Cadillac Automobiles
We are back at the 2005 Cadillac Deville. This time step-by-step replacement on the front disk brake pads and rotors.
Doing this DIY project will give you huge savings on labor.
It is a 3 hour morning job for the average guy. Total Parts cost $65.00 when sourced on eBay. Total Labor savings...
A good video tutorial showing how to replace the rear brake rotor and pads on the 2001-2005 Cadillac Deville.
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This video is for information only. You should always use the service manual and be competent in auto repair. If you do it wrong you will die.
By: Pepsi2185
Safety
Exercise caution when working around electronics and unless you are well versed in automotive electronics DO NOT USE A TEST LIGHT. Although many times it is harmless to use a test light, in only takes one poke to destroy a 5 thousand dollar body controller...
By: Pepsi2185
Safety
Exercise caution when working around electronics and unless you are well versed in automotive electronics DO NOT USE A TEST LIGHT. Although many times it is harmless to use a test light, in only takes one poke to destroy a 5 thousand dollar body controller.
Identification...
Submitted by: Arnott, Inc
1. Raise vehicle with proper lifting equipment. The tires must be off the ground. Suspension must be fully down with no load.
ALWAYS USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN LIFTING VEHICLE!
(Refer to your owners manual for lifting instructions)
2. Remove front wheel(s)...
By: Pepsi2185
Safety
Exercise caution when working around electronics and unless you are well versed in automotive electronics DO NOT USE A TEST LIGHT. Although many times it is harmless to use a test light, in only takes one poke to destroy a 5 thousand dollar body controller...
By: Speedy_2
Ok, here's my "How To" on installing the "Nitrous Express "Incognito" Hidden Dry System"(NX# 60000) and give your 1998 Cadillac STS Performance Power
Here's the kit
(Click on photos to enlarge them)
System comes with:
# 1.4 lb. bottle
# solenoid
# fill fitting
# polyline
#...
Submitted by: StealthV
Variable-assist power steering A power steering system that uses valves and speed sensors to vary the amount of steering assist according to engine or road speed. At slow speeds more steering assist is delivered and steering the wheels is easier; necessary for parking...
Submitted by StealthV
Items Required:
-- Four quarts of Dextron III Automatic Transmission Fluid (for mine I used Mobil1 ATF).
-- Fluid pump (make sure the threads are big enough for the Mobil1 bottle) or a suction gun would also work well
-- Oil drain pan
-- Set of Rhino ramps (preferable) or...
Submitted By: Stealth V
Tire options
Lots of snow tire options in 245/45/18:
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-22
Continental ContiWinterContact TS790 V
Dunlop Winter Sport M3
Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2
Pirelli Winter 240 SnowSport
Fuel treatment
For winter storage, recommend adding Sta-bil to...
Submitted by: StealthV
Items Required:
-- Two quarts of GM Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-90 GM #12378261 (~$27/quart)
-- One 4 oz. bottle of Limited Slip Axle Lubricant Additive GM #1052358
-- One 10-mm hex allen wrench
-- Suction gun
-- Oil drain pan
-- Set of ramps or jack stands and a...
Submitted by: StealthV
Use this as a pictorial reference only; always refer to the official B&B instructions for more detail or clarification.
For more information, please visit B&B Performance Exhaust
Installation time: Approximately one hour with one person.
Items/tools needed:
1 set...
Submitted by: StealthV
Use this as a pictorial reference only; always refer to the official B&B Performance Exhaust instructions for more detail or clarification.
For more information, please visit B&B Performance Exhaust
Installation time: Approximately two leisurely hours with one...
Changing a 3" Race X-Pipe Cat-Back To a Resonator Style for the Cadillac CTS-V
Submitted by: StealthV
Step 1. Safely raise and support the Cadillac CTS V.
Step 2. Underneath the driver's side of the transmission, locate the CAGS harness which is near the "Use Dextron III ATF Only"...
Submitted by: StealthV
Step 1. Safely raise and support the Cadillac CTS V.
Step 2. Underneath the driver's side of the transmission, locate the CAGS harness which is near the "Use Dextron III ATF Only" orange sticker. The factory CAGS harness has two wires - one is gray and the other is...
Here are instructions on how to install an oil cooler in a Z06 corvette which should be very similar to the Cadillac CTS-V.
If anyone completes this install, take pictures and note the differences and then e-mail me the results!
Taken from here: z06Vette.com
After a lot of research, I...
Submitted By: StealthV
Caution - the LS6 engine and cover can be very hot!
Allow the engine to cool to ambient temperature before performing the cover installation.
1. Use a 18-mm socket on an extension with a ratchet to remove the four bolts circled in green that attach the strut tower...
By: Pepsi2185
Safety
Exercise caution when working around electronics and unless you are well versed in automotive electronics DO NOT USE A TEST LIGHT. Although many times it is harmless to use a test light, in only takes one poke to destroy a 5 thousand dollar body controller...