Engine Oil - Cadillac CTS 2013 Owner's Manual

3. Pull the engine cover (2) forward
to slide the rear tabs (3) out from
under the retainers.
4. Lift and remove the engine
cover.
5. Reverse Steps 1 4 to reinstall
the engine cover.
Engine Cover (CTS-V)
1. Engine Cover
2. Ball Studs
To remove:
The engine cover consists of two
pieces. Only the larger front piece
needs to be removed to access the
engine oil and power steering
fill caps.
1. Raise the front of the engine
cover (1) to release it from the
ball studs (2).
2. Pull the engine cover forward
until it is clear of the smaller
piece.
3. Lift and remove the engine
cover.
4. Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall
the engine cover.
Vehicle Care

Engine Oil

To ensure proper engine
performance and long life, careful
attention must be paid to engine oil.
Following these simple, but
important steps will help protect
your investment:
Always use engine oil approved
to the proper specification and of
the proper viscosity grade. See
Selecting the Right Engine Oil
in this section.
Check the engine oil level
regularly and maintain the
proper oil level. See Checking
Engine Oil and When to Add
Engine Oil in this section.
Change the engine oil at the
appropriate time. See Engine Oil
Life System on page 10 11.
Always dispose of engine oil
properly. See What to Do with
Used Oil in this section.
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