Cadillac CT4 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-16500442) -
2023 - CRC - 5/10/22
Driving and Operating
259
Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). The GVWR
includes the weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, fuel,
and cargo.
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Warning
Things inside the vehicle
can strike and injure
people in a sudden stop
or turn, or in a crash.
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Put things in the cargo
area of the vehicle. In
the cargo area, put
them as far forward as
possible. Try to spread
the weight evenly.
.
Never stack heavier
things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so
that some of them are
above the tops of the
seats.
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Warning (Continued)
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Do not leave an
unsecured child
restraint in the vehicle.
.
Secure loose items in
the vehicle.
.
Do not leave a seat
folded down unless
needed.
Starting and
Operating
New Vehicle Break-In
Caution
Follow these recommended
guidelines during the first
2 414 km (1,500 mi) of driving
this vehicle. Parts have a
break-in period and
performance will be better in
the long run.
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Avoid full throttle starts
and abrupt stops.
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Caution (Continued)
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Do not exceed 4000
engine rpm.
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Avoid driving at any one
constant speed, fast
or slow.
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Do not drive above
129 km/h (80 mph).
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Avoid downshifting to
brake or slow the vehicle
when the engine speed
will exceed 4000 rpm.
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Do not let the engine
labor. Never lug the engine
in high gear at low speeds.
With a manual
transmission, shift to the
next lower gear. This rule
applies at all times, not
just during the break-in
period.
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Do not participate in
racing events, sport
driving schools, or similar
activities during this
break-in period.
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