Technical Data 12-3, Engine Specifications | Cadillac 2015 - CRC

		Technical Data	12-3
	Engine Specifications
Engine	VIN Code	Spark Plug Gap
3.6L V6 Engine (LF3)	8	0.75–0.90 mm
		(0.030–.035 in)
3.6L V6 Engine (LFX)	3	0.95–1.10 mm
		(0.037–.043 in)

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Cadillac 2015 - CRC manual Technical Data 12-3, Engine Specifications, Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap

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Page Instruments and Controls Keys, Doors,Seats and Restraints Driving and Operating Service and Maintenance Customer Information Introduction Using this ManualCanadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens Symbols Vehicle Symbol ChartIv Introduction Introduction Vi Introduction Brief Vehicle FeaturesPerformance and Maintenance Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on Initial Drive Information Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Remote Vehicle Start Canceling a Remote StartPower Door Locks Door Locks Trunk Windows Lumbar Adjustment Seat AdjustmentPower Seats Reclining Seatbacks Uplevel Seat Control Uplevel Seat AdjustmentMassage Driver Seat Shown, Passenger Seat Similar Heated and Ventilated Seats Memory FeaturesSecond Row Seats Driver Buttons Shown, Passenger Buttons Similar Passenger Sensing System Head Restraint AdjustmentSafety Belts United States Canada Exterior Mirror Mirror AdjustmentSteering Wheel Adjustment Interior Mirror Interior Lighting Dome LampReading Lamps Exterior Lighting Windshield Wiper/Washer Climate Controls Climate Control ButtonsClimate Touch Screen Controls Infotainment System Vehicle FeaturesTransmission Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Driver Information Center DIC Lane Keep Assist LKA Forward Collision Alert FCA SystemLane Departure Side Blind Zone Alert Sbza Automatic Parking Assist APA Rear Cross Traffic Alert Rcta SystemParking Assist Rear Automatic Braking RAB System Power Outlets Universal Remote SystemSunroof Sunshade Switch Performance and MaintenanceSunroof Switch Traction Control Electronic Stability Resetting the Oil Life System Tire Pressure MonitorEngine Oil Life System Roadside Service Driving for Better Fuel EconomyOnStar Keys and Locks KeysKeys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation See Vehicle Personalization on Keyless Access Operation Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver DoorDriver Side Shown, Passenger Similar Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Open the center console storage area and the storage tray Programming without a Recognized Transmitter Remote Learn PENDING, Please Wait Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery Battery Replacement Remote Vehicle Start Extending Engine Run Time Starting the Engine Using Remote StartCanceling a Remote Start Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work Inside the Vehicle Outside the Vehicle Keyless Access Key Cylinder Access Power Door Locks Delayed LockingAutomatic Door Locks Safety Locks Lockout ProtectionUnlocked Door Anti Lock Out Doors Trunk Lock Release Vehicle Alarm System Vehicle SecurityEmergency Trunk Release Handle Arming the Alarm System Disarming the Alarm System How to Detect a Tamper Condition ImmobilizerImmobilizer Operation Power Mirrors Exterior MirrorsConvex Mirrors Heated Mirrors Power Folding MirrorsFolding Mirrors Reverse Tilt Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Interior MirrorsWindows Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Power Windows Express Window Anti-Pinch FeatureExpress-Down/Up Windows Programming the Power Windows Express Window Anti-Pinch OverrideWindow Operation from Outside the Vehicle Sun Visors Rear Window SunshadeWindow Lockout Roof Rear Passenger Door Sunshades Anti-Pinch Feature Keys, Doors, and Windows Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Seats and Restraints Front Seats Lumbar and Bolster Support Power Seat Adjustment Upper Shoulder Support Lumbar Adjustment Thigh Support Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions Manually Recalling Memory Positions Easy Exit Recall Driver Only Obstructions Heated and Ventilated Front Seats Remote Start Heated Ventilated Seats Massage Rear Seats Folding the SeatbackRaising the Seatback Rear Seat Armrest Locking and Unlocking the Seatback Heated Rear Seats Safety Belts Rear Seat Pass-Through Door How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Why Safety Belts WorkQuestions and Answers About Safety Belts Lap-Shoulder Belt Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety Belt Extender Safety System CheckSafety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash Airbag System Roof-rail airbag for the driver and front outboard passenger Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar Rear Seat Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar When Should an Airbag Inflate? What Makes an Airbag Inflate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? Passenger Sensing System United States Canada Front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash Child Restraints Older Children What is the proper way to wear safety belts? Infants and Young Children What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Seats and Restraints Forward-Facing Child Seat Child Restraint SystemsRear-Facing Infant Seat Booster Seats Where to Put Restraint Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the VehicleSecuring the Child Within the Child Restraint Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Latch System Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Replacing Latch System Parts After a Crash Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints Front Passenger Seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-31 for additional Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Instrument Panel Storage Additional Storage FeaturesStorage Compartments Storage Glove Box Armrest Storage Center Console Storage Rear Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie-Downs Cargo Management System Convenience Net Information Displays Instruments and ControlsControls Vehicle Messages Vehicle Personalization ControlsHeated Steering Wheel Universal Remote System Horn RainsenseWiper Parking Wiper Arm Assembly Protection CompassINT Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Control Move the windshield Setting the Clock Clock Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating Current Cigarette Lighter Gauges, Indicators Instrument Cluster English Base Cluster Shown, Metric Similar English Uplevel Balanced Cluster Shown, Metric Similar Performance Configuration Reconfigurable Instrument ClusterSimple Configuration Balanced Configuration Navigation Cluster Settings MenuCluster Application Displays Audio Trip Odometer SpeedometerOdometer Tachometer When the ignition is on, the fuel Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Safety Belt RemindersDriver Safety Belt Reminder Light Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Airbag Readiness Light Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Charging System Light Instruments and Controls Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Brake System Warning Light Electric Parking Brake LightMetric English Service Electric Parking Brake Light Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light Vehicle Ahead Indicator Lane Departure Warning LDW LightLane Keep Assist LKA Light Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF LightTraction Control System TCS/StabiliTrak Light Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light When the Light Is On SteadyTire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure LightLow Fuel Warning Light IntelliBeam Light Lamps On Reminder Cruise Control LightAdaptive Cruise Control Light Door Ajar Light Information Displays DIC Information Display OptionsDIC Information Displays Turn Arrow Shows the next maneuver when using route guidance Battery Voltage Shows the current battery voltage Head-Up Display HUD HUD Display on the Vehicle Windshield HUD Views Instruments and Controls HUD Troubleshooting Vehicle MessagesCare of the HUD Battery Voltage and Charging Messages Brake System Messages Compass Messages Cruise Control Messages Door Ajar Messages Engine Cooling System Messages Fuel System Messages Engine Power MessagesEngine Oil Messages Key and Lock Messages Lamp Messages No Remote Detected Press Brake to Restart Object Detection System Messages GHz Radars OFF Service Automatic Collision Prep Service Front Camera Ride Control System Messages Airbag System Messages Security Messages Service Vehicle Messages Starting the Vehicle MessagesTire Messages Vehicle Speed Messages Transmission MessagesVehicle Reminder Messages Washer Fluid Messages Time and Date Valet Mode If EquippedVehicle Personalization Language Language Teen Driver If Equipped Radio Vehicle Collision/Detection Systems Comfort and Convenience Lighting Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Bluetooth Voice Rear Camera Return to Factory SettingsDisplay Software Information Universal Remote System Universal Remote System ProgrammingProgramming the Universal Remote System Learn or Smart Button Universal Remote System Operation Radio Signals for Canada and Some Gate OperatorsUsing the Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp ControlsLighting IntelliBeam System Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeamDriving with IntelliBeam Exterior Lamps Off Reminder Headlamp High/ Low-Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass Daytime Running Lamps DRL Automatic Headlamp System Lights On with Wipers Adaptive Forward Lighting AFLHazard Warning Flashers Curve Lighting Turn and Lane-Change Signals Interior LightingInstrument Panel Illumination Control Courtesy Lamps Dome LampsReading Lamps Lighting Features Entry LightingExit Lighting Battery Power Protection Exterior Lighting Battery Saver Lighting Infotainment System IntroductionInfotainment Introduction Infotainment System Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control SystemClimate Controls Climate Control Touch Screen Climate Control Status ScreenAutomatic Operation Climate Controls Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats If Equipped Rear Climate Control SystemSensor Climate Controls Air Vents Operation Tips Maintenance ServicePassenger Compartment Air Filter Climate Controls Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving InformationDistracted Driving Conversions and Add-Ons Control of a Vehicle Defensive DrivingDrunk Driving Braking Steering Electric Power SteeringHydraulic Power Steering Variable Effort Steering Curve Tips Off-Road RecoveryLoss of Control Steering in Emergencies Driving on Wet Roads Hill and Mountain Roads HydroplaningOther Rainy Weather Tips Winter Driving Driving on Snow or IceBlizzard Conditions If the Vehicle Is Stuck Tire and Loading Information Label Vehicle Load LimitsRocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Label Example Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Example Certification Label Driving and Operating Starting Operating New Vehicle Break-InIgnition Positions Set the parking brake. See Service Only Mode Starting ProcedureStarting the Engine Engine Heater To Use the Engine Coolant Heater Retained Accessory Power RAP Shifting Into Park Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine RunningTorque Lock Shifting out of Park Parking over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle While Parked 9-20 and Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on Automatic Transmission See Manual Mode on All-Wheel Drive Manual ModeDrive Systems Tap Shift Antilock Brake System ABS Using ABSBrakes Braking in Emergencies Electric Parking Brake EPB Apply Brake Assist EPB ReleaseAutomatic EPB Release Ride Control Systems Hill Start Assist HSASystem Operation Turning the Systems Off and On Magnetic Ride Control Limited-Slip Rear Axle Cruise Control Automatic Level Control Setting Cruise Control Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Reducing Speed While Using Cruise ControlResuming a Set Speed Adaptive Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise ControlUsing Cruise Control on Hills Ending Cruise Control Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed Increasing Speed While ACC is at a Set Speed Reducing Speed While ACC is at a Set SpeedSelecting the Follow Distance Gap Alerting the Driver Approaching and Following a Vehicle Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects ACC Automatically DisengagesNotification to Resume ACC ACC Override Curves in the Road Other Vehicle Lane Changes Driver Assistance Systems Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a TrailerCleaning the Sensing System Disengaging ACC Audible or Safety Alert Seat Assistance Systems for Parking or BackingRear Vision Camera RVC Driving and Operating Backing Warning and Rear Automatic Braking Rear Cross Traffic Alert Rcta Turning the Features On or Off Automatic Parking Assist APA Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly Assistance Systems for Driving Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Collision Alert With Head-Up Display Without Head-Up Display Unnecessary Alerts Cleaning the SystemSelecting the Alert Timing Tailgating Alert Intelligent Brake Assist IBA Automatic Collision Preparation ACP SystemBrake Preparation Automatic Braking Sbza Detection Zones When the System Does Not Seem to Work ProperlyHow the System Works Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror Display Display Radio Frequency Information Lane Keep Assist LKA Driving and Operating Fuel California Fuel Requirements Use of Seasonal FuelsProhibited Fuels Fuels in Foreign Countries Fuel AdditivesFilling the Tank Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can Filling a Portable Fuel Container General Towing Information Driving Characteristics and Towing TipsTrailer Towing Driving with a Trailer Backing Up Following DistancePassing Making Turns Maintenance when Trailer Towing Parking on HillsLeaving After Parking on a Hill Weight of the Trailer Weight of the Trailer TongueTrailer Towing Towing Equipment Total Weight on Your Vehicles TiresSafety Chains Hitches Conversions Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Driving and Operating Vehicle Care 10-1 General Information California Proposition 65 WarningVehicle Care Doing Your Own Service Work Vehicle ChecksVehicle Care 10-3 Hood Engine Compartment Overview Vehicle Care 10-56L V6 Engine Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Vehicle Care 10-7 6L V6 Engine Twin Turbo Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Under Engine Cover. See Engine Cover Engine Oil Vehicle Care 10-9Checking Engine Oil Selecting the Right Engine Oil When to Add Engine OilSpecification LFX 3.6L LF3 3.6L Twin Turbo Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes When to Change Engine OilVehicle Care 10-11 What to Do with Used Oil How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Air Cleaner/FilterWhen to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transmission Fluid Cooling System Vehicle Care 10-15 6L V6 Engine 6L V6 Engine Twin Turbo Engine Coolant What to Use How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank Vehicle Care 10-17Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the CAC Bottle Engine Overheating Vehicle Care 10-19If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment When to Check Power Steering Fluid Power Steering Fluid LF3 and LFX with AWDPower Steering Fluid LFX with FWD How to Check Power Steering Fluid Washer Fluid BrakesAdding Washer Fluid Brake Pedal Travel Brake FluidVehicle Care 10-23 Replacing Brake System Parts Battery What to Add Vehicle Storage Starter Switch CheckVehicle Care 10-25 Transfer Case Wiper Blade Replacement Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function CheckPark Brake and P Park Mechanism Check Windshield Replacement Vehicle Care 10-27 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting Bulb ReplacementHeadlamp Aiming LED Lighting License Plate Lamp Replacement BulbsLamp Assembly Bulb Assembly Vehicle Care 10-29 Electrical System Overload Headlamp WiringElectrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Engine Compartment Fuse Block Vehicle Care 10-31Case Usage Fuses Mini Fuses Usage Vehicle Care 10-33 Mini Relays Usage Instrument Panel Fuse Block Micro Usage RelaysFuses Usage Vehicle Care 10-35 Relays Usage Rear Compartment Fuse Block Fuse Usage Number Vehicle Care 10-37 Wheels and Tires Tires Summer Tires All-Season TiresWinter Tires Vehicle Care 10-39 Tire Sidewall Labeling Passenger P-Metric Tire Example Vehicle Care 10-41 Compact Spare Tire Example Tire Size Tire DesignationsTire Terminology and Definitions Passenger P-Metric Tire Vehicle Care 10-43 Intended Outboard Sidewall Designated seating positions Tire Pressure Vehicle Care 10-45 When to Check How to CheckProfessional Vehicle Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation Tire Pressure Monitor SystemVehicle Care 10-47 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation Vehicle Care 10-49 Tpms Malfunction Light and Message Tpms Sensor Matching Process Vehicle Care 10-51 Tire Inspection Tire Rotation When It Is Time for New Tires Vehicle Care 10-53 Buying New Tires Vehicle Care 10-55 Different Size Tires and Wheels Uniform Tire Quality Grading Vehicle Care 10-57 TemperatureTreadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature a Treadwear Wheel Replacement Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance If a Tire Goes Flat Used Replacement WheelsTire Chains Vehicle Care 10-59 Vehicle Care Tire Sealant Compressor Kit Vehicle Care 10-61 Tire Sealant Vehicle Care 10-63 Vehicle Care Vehicle Care 10-65 Vehicle Care Vehicle Care 10-67 Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Vehicle Care 10-69 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare TireTire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Vehicle Care Vehicle Care 10-71 Vehicle Care Compact Spare Tire Vehicle Care 10-73Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Full-Size Spare Tire Jump Starting Vehicle Care 10-75 Vehicle Care Vehicle Care 10-77 Towing the Vehicle Recreational Vehicle TowingJumper Cable Removal Vehicle Care 10-79 Dinghy Towing Dolly Towing from the Front Front-Wheel Drive Dolly Towing from the Front All-Wheel Drive Appearance Care Exterior CareVehicle Care 10-81 Finish Care Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses, Emblems, Decals Stripes Vehicle Care 10-83Air Intakes Tires Windshield and Wiper BladesWeatherstrips Wheels and Trim Aluminum or Chrome Vehicle Care 10-85 Interior Care Chemical Paint SpottingInterior Glass Coated Moldings Vehicle Care 10-87Speaker Covers Fabric/Carpet/Suede Vehicle Care Vehicle Care 10-89 Care of Safety BeltsFloor Mats Cargo Cover Convenience Net Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Service and Maintenance Fuel on Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Engine Oil Change Maintenance ScheduleOwner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Stop Exterior Care on Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe Special Application Services Belts Additional Maintenance and CareBattery Brakes Lamps FluidsHoses Shocks and Struts Vehicle Care Wheel AlignmentWiper Blades Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and LubricantsUsage Fluid/Lubricant Maintenance Replacement Parts 11-14 Service and MaintenancePart GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Records Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification LabelTechnical Data 12-1 Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle Data Capacities and SpecificationsTechnical Data Application Capacities Metric English Technical Data 12-3 Engine SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap Engine Drive Belt Routing Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer InformationCustomer Information 13-1 Customer Information Customer Assistance Offices Customer Information 13-3United States and Puerto Rico Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY UsersOnline Owner Center Overseas Cadillac Owner Centre Canada cadillacowner.ca Calling for ServiceCustomer Information 13-5 Coverage Cadillac Technician Roadside Service U.S. Only Services Not Included in Roadside ServiceServices Specific to Canadian-Purchased Vehicles Courtesy Transportation Program Scheduling Service AppointmentsShuttle Service Customer Information 13-7 Collision Parts Collision Damage RepairAdditional Program Information Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement Insuring the Vehicle Customer Information 13-9Repair Facility If a Crash Occurs Service Publications Ordering Information Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process Customer Information 13-11 Service BulletinsRadio Frequency Identification Rfid Owner Information Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States GovernmentRadio Frequency Statement Vehicle Data Recording Privacy Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian GovernmentReporting Safety Defects to General Motors Customer Information 13-13 Event Data Recorders Customer Information 13-15 Customer Information OnStar OnStar ServicesOnStar Overview OnStar Overview OnStar Services Emergency Security Using Voice Commands During a Planned RouteOther Navigation Services Available from OnStar Navigation Connections WiFi Connectivity If EquippedOnStar RemoteLink Key Fob Services OnStar RemoteLink Mobile App If Equipped Calling 911 Emergency Place a Call Using a Stored NumberOnStar Hands-Free Calling Retrieve My Number Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional Information TTY Users Services for People with DisabilitiesWarranty OnStar Personal Identification Number PIN Global Positioning System GPS Potential IssuesVehicle and Power Issues Cellular and GPS Antennas OnStar software acknowledgements LibcurlUnzip OnStar Index Antilock Sealant Index Towing Labeling, Tire Sidewall Lamps Lighting Lights contd Off-Road Recovery Oil Parking or Backing 13-7 Shift Lock Control Function Tires contd Towing contd Wheels Alignment and Tire Index