Under the Hood

Cadillac's 4.6-liter Northstar V-8 comes in a choice of two configurations in the DTS. The L37 edition produces an estimated 291 horsepower at 5,600 rpm, while the LD8 is rated at 275 hp at 5,200 rpm. The L37 is designed to rev higher, while the LD8 emphasizes quick launches and has greater peak torque. Both engines work with a four-speed-automatic transmission.

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    Lateral Acceleration (CTS-V Only)
    Lateral Acceleration measures the force of a turn or corner. For example, when turning right, it forces to the left. This gauge displays the “g” force from 0.0 g to 2.0 g. ...

    Calibrate Compass
    The vehicle may have this feature. The compass can be manually calibrated. To calibrate the compass through the DIC, see Compass. ...

    Headlamp Aiming
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