Cadillac sts 2005 User Manual

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing.

Notice: Use of automatic transmission fluid labeled
other than DEXRON

-III, Approved for the

H-Specification, may damage your vehicle, and the
damages may not be covered by your warranty.
Always use automatic transmission fluid labeled
DEXRON

-III, Approved for the H-Specification.

Engine Coolant

The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with
DEX-COOL

engine coolant. This coolant is designed

to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles
(240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add
only DEX-COOL

extended life coolant.

The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem
with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on
page 5-26.

A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX-COOL

coolant will:

•

Give freezing protection down to

−

34°F (

−

37°C).

•

Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).

•

Protect against rust and corrosion.

•

Help keep the proper engine temperature.

•

Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.

Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL

may

cause premature engine, heater core or radiator
corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may
require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km)
or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs
would not be covered by your warranty. Always use
DEX-COOL

(silicate-free) coolant in your vehicle.

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