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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When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly
The following messages may be displayed on the DIC:
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST: If this message occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer
for repair.
PARKING ASSIST OFF: This message occurs if the drive ...
Anti-Pinch Feature
If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing, the
anti-pinch feature detects the object and stops the sunroof from closing at the
point of the obstruction. The sunroof then returns ...
Lane departure technology debuts
Continuing Cadillac's commitment to using advanced safety features, the 2008
STS will offer new features including a new performance handling package;
enhanced variable-effort steering with Stabil ...