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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Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) Light
This light should come on briefly as the vehicle is started. If it does not
come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
This light comes on solid when there is a problem with the Adapti ...
XM™ Satellite Radio Service
XM Satellite Radio Service gives
digital radio reception from coast to
coast in the 48 contiguous United
States, and in Canada. Just as with
FM, tall buildings or hills can
interfere with sa ...
Adaptive cruise control
The XLR will be among the first vehicles with adaptive cruise control (ACC).
While not a substitute for full driver attention, this system greatly expands
the convenience of cruise control. ACC us ...