Track Events And Competitive Driving - Cadillac 2014 CTS Owner's Manual

9-6 Driving and Operating
material on the road. Learn to
recognize warning clues
as enough water, ice, or packed
snow on the road to make a
mirrored surface
down when you have any doubt.
Try to avoid sudden steering,
acceleration, or braking,
including reducing vehicle speed
by shifting to a lower gear. Any
sudden changes could cause
the tires to slide.
Remember: Antilock brakes help
avoid only the braking skid.
Track Events and
Competitive Driving
Track events and competitive
driving may affect the vehicle
warranty. See the warranty manual
before using the vehicle for
competitive driving.
such
If the vehicle is used for track
events and competitive driving,
and slow
the engine may use more oil than
it would with normal use. Low oil
levels can damage the engine.
Check the oil level often and at
the proper level. See
Because the fluid temperatures may
be higher, it is necessary to change
the rear axle fluid after a first time
track or competitive driving event.
After a first time event, the rear axle
fluid should be changed every
24 hours of racing or competitive
driving. See
Caution
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Caution
During a first time track or racing
event, high rear axle
temperatures can occur. Damage
could be caused to the rear axle
and would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.
Do not drive as long or as fast the
first time the vehicle is driven on
the track or raced.
The 2.0L and 3.6L (LFX) is not
available with a track package
option and not recommended for
track use.
The twin turbo 3.6L engine (LF3)
requires premium fuel, and comes
standard with a 7 qt sump,
integrated oil cooler, and other
powertrain and powertrain cooling
components in preparation for
track use.
For track events and competitive
driving, it is recommended that the
brake fluid be replaced with a high