Segment:
Full-size Luxury Sedan
Target Audience:
Buyers seeking comfortable, spacious, and traditionally styled American luxury.
Key Competitors:
Lincoln Town Car, Chrysler 300 (in its luxury trims), Mercedes-Benz S-Class (lower trims), BMW 7 Series (lower trims).
Defining Characteristics:
Comfortable ride, quiet interior, spacious seating, V8 power, distinctive American luxury styling.
Positioned As:
Cadillac's flagship sedan, emphasizing comfort and a traditional luxury experience.
Primary Focus:
Owner operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting for the 2011 Cadillac DTS.
Secondary Focus:
Vehicle features, comfort, safety, and general care.
Estimated Page Count:
Approximately 300-400 pages (typical for this era's owner manuals).
Powertrain:
Engine operation, fluids (oil, coolant, fuel), battery, air filter.
Chassis:
Brakes (basic operation, fluid), steering, suspension (general information).
Electrical:
Instrument cluster, lighting systems, power outlets, infotainment basics.
Comfort Convenience:
Climate controls, seating adjustments, locks, security systems, mirrors, windows.
Safety:
Seat belts, airbags, child restraint systems (LATCH), basic safety feature operation.
Routine Maintenance:
Checking fluid levels (engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer fluid), tire pressure checks, basic cleaning instructions.
Basic Troubleshooting:
Understanding warning lights and messages, basic advice for common drivability issues.
Accessory Operation:
Proper use of infotainment system, climate control, cruise control, and other driver controls.
Depth:
Covers operational and user-level maintenance information. Does not include detailed repair procedures, diagnostic codes, or component-level diagnostics typically found in a Service Manual.
Format Details:
PDF file, readable on any device with a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader).
Searchability:
Likely contains searchable text, allowing users to quickly find specific information.
Quality:
Digital reproduction of factory original, intended for on-screen viewing or personal printing.
Binding:
Not Applicable (Digital Format)
Paper:
Not Applicable (Digital Format)
Engine Code:
RPO L37 (4.6L Northstar V8)
Engine Type:
4.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve Aluminum
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
287 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (SFI)
Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended for optimal performance)
Common Topics:
Location of dipsticks, fluid reservoirs, battery, air filter, and basic maintenance points.
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
5 Stars
NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
5 Stars
NHTSA Side Impact Front Driver:
5 Stars
NHTSA Side Impact Front Passenger:
5 Stars
NHTSA Side Impact Rear Driver:
5 Stars
NHTSA Side Impact Rear Passenger:
5 Stars
NHTSA Rollover Resistance:
4 Stars
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Stability Control:
Standard StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control
Airbags:
Frontal, side-impact, and curtain airbags.
Seat Belts:
3-point safety belts with pretensioners and load limiters.
Child Seats:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system for child seat installation.
Audio System:
Bose premium audio system often standard or optional, with CD player and auxiliary input.
Navigation:
Optional DVD-based navigation system with a touchscreen interface.
Climate Controls:
Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear seat vents.
Parking Assist:
Rear parking assist sensors (RPO UD7) often equipped.
Headlights:
Automatic headlights, HID (High-Intensity Discharge) Xenon headlights available on some trims.
Bluetooth:
Optional Bluetooth for hands-free calling (RPO UE1 - OnStar system may be integrated).
Oil Change Interval:
Recommended every 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first, under normal driving conditions. Consult manual for severe conditions.
Tire Rotation Interval:
Recommended every 7,500 miles.
Engine Coolant Change:
Initial change at 5 years or 100,000 miles, then every 2-3 years or 30,000-50,000 miles thereafter (depending on coolant type).
Engine Oil Specification:
SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil (GM specification: GMW4500M)
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 5 quarts (with filter change)
Transmission Fluid Specification:
Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)
Coolant Type:
GM Universal Coolant (Purple) or equivalent Dex-Cool (OAT - Organic Acid Technology)
Common Wear Items:
Front strut mounts, sway bar links, water pump seals (Northstar engine), intake manifold gaskets (older Northstar variants, less common on this year).
Electrical Gremlins:
Occasional issues with body control modules, sensors, or infotainment system glitches, typical of electronics-heavy vehicles of this era.
Oil Filter Example:
ACDelco PF44 (or equivalent)
Air Filter Example:
ACDelco A2867C (or equivalent)
Cadillac Legacy:
Cadillac has a long history of producing large, luxurious American sedans, often synonymous with prestige and comfort.
Dts Lineage:
The DTS is the successor to the Cadillac Sedan de Ville and DeVille models, representing a continuation of Cadillac's front-wheel-drive large sedan tradition.
Production Period:
The DTS was produced from the 2006 model year through 2011, marking the end of an era for Cadillac's large, traditional luxury sedans.
Manufacturing Location:
Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly, Michigan, USA.
