Cadillacs are the ultimate in luxurious domestic vehicles and have been for more than century. Classic Cadillacs have been under the General Motors umbrella since 1909 and consistently rank at the top...
Drivers who are shopping around for the perfect used Cadillac may want to check out cars under their certified pre-owned program. Many manufacturers have a certified pre-owned (CPO) program, and each one is...
The 2012 Cadillac CTS comes with high tech features and a large amount of standard equipment when compared to its Japanese and European counterparts. The CTS is available in wagon, coupe, and sedan...
There’s no denying that the former king of luxury, quality, and name prestige in the American automobile market has suffered from a case of getting lost in the crowd in recent years. Their...
When you’ve said “Cadillac Escalade”, you’ve pretty much said it all. The Escalade has been synonymous with luxury since it first hit the scene in 1999. With the 2012 edition, Cadillac proved nothing has changed....
When most people think of the Cadillac Escalade, two words generally come to mind: power and luxury. The 2012 Cadillac Escalade ESV is no different. However, with this model, you can throw...
Even with hybrids being all the rage these days, you might find it hard to imagine a full-size SUV embracing this new tech. However, the 2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid should be all...
The 2011 Cadillac DTS is a full-size sedan that offers the comfort and luxury you expect from this automaker. It manages to combine a comfortable ride with tremendous amounts of cargo capacity in...
Big, bold and beautiful, the 2011 Cadillac STS is a full-size, four-door sedan that promises more than ample room for the entire family, as well as the power and performance you expect from...
The 2012 Cadillac SRX is one of Cadillac’s top sellers and one of the more popular luxury crossover SUVs on the market. It has a fuel saving eco feature along with being practical...
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If you make your living as a realtor or real estate agent, you may have a number of considerations when it comes to purchasing a used vehicle. The most...
While shorter than average drivers can have a tough time finding the right car, it’s equally hard for taller drivers, perhaps more so. If you’re feeling squished, or have to...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle may be experiencing a wide variety of issues. Considering the age of the vehicle, the list can get even more extensive. Unfortunately, this is going to be a process of elimination until...
Hello, thank you for writing in. Starting the car relies on the battery alone. If the battery is not producing the voltage and amperage needed to start the car, then the battery and the cables need to be inspected. First,...
Hi There, Its sounds like you may have an issue with the refrigerant being overfilled or potentially have a bad AC compressor switch, which is what controls the AC compressor and when it cycles on and off. Any time the...
If the fuel injectors have never been serviced, that would be a good start on a car of this age. To do it right the injectors have to be removed from the fuel rail and sent out for cleaning to...
Hi There, It sounds like your vehicle may be a bit low on transmission fluid or you may potentially have a bad transmission control solenoid. As you know, the transmission works on hydraulic pressure built up from the fluid inside...
Hi There, This may depend on what is causing the fuel gauge not to work properly. Generally, this is either related to a problem with the instrument cluster in the dash or the fuel gauge sending unit in the fuel...
Hi There, Our experts here at YourMechanic are certainly able to fix any issues found when diagnosing the ABS and traction control system. As you may know, the traction control system monitors the steering and stability of the vehicle and...
Hi there. In most cases, when your engine will shake while idling after completing a replacement job, it's due to a vacuum leak. Quite often, you'll have to remove vacuum lines, air intakes or other components to access the alternator....
The switch contacts are welded (stuck) shut OR the circuit is being powered due to a wiring fault or some sort of short. It is also possible that relay contacts in the wiper circuit are stuck on, regardless of switch...
Hi there. On your 2004 Cadillac Escalade, there are two unique belts. One is the serpentine belt, the other is a static AC belt. They are on opposite sides of the engine, and should be replaced at the same time....
Hi There, Your differential fluid should be changed about every 30,000 miles. You may however also want to at least have the differential cover inspected for leaks during every service in between. Since your car only has 12,000 miles on...
Hi there. Although many of today's vehicles have transfer cases utilize advanced lubricants, it's still recommended to have this service completed at a scheduled interval, just like any other fluid service. Cadillac recommends this service be completed every 45,000 miles....
Usually when a fuse blows, it is due to some kind of short in the electrical circuit that is related to the blown fuse. I would recommend having the wiring to the cooling fan inspected for damages. I would also...
Hi There, You may have a very small head gasket leak that may be allowing very small amounts of coolant to leak int the cylinders resulting in the coolant being burned with the fuel in the cylinders, which is what...
Hi There, Depending on which upper hose you are referring to, the cost to repair may be different. Assuming you are referring to the upper radiator hose, this may also vary depending on the specific make and model of your...
Hi there. Each door sensor is unique for it's location and to work with other sensors near the seat to relay information to the ECU. As such, it's highly improbable that what you are requesting would work for your Cadillac...
Determining the repair would depend on what trouble codes are stored in your vehicle's OBD2 system. I would recommend having a certified professional that you trust perform a check engine light inspection to determine the exact cause of your car...
Hi there. This is actually a very good video on how this process is completed on a 2006 DTS, but it's very similar to your CTS. Hopefully this helps you.
Hi Andy. I believe we attempted to answer your question yesterday. Most people that have this problem will take their vehicles to a Cadillac dealership to have this completed. The main reason why we don't complete this service or provide...
Hello, thank you for writing in. Particularly having the check engine light on, the vehicle will have set off diagnostic troubleshooting codes that pertain to whatever component has set off the warning lights. You will want to start by having...
