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Cadillac ATS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
6014430) - 2014 - CRC - 8/19/13
Driving and Operating
9-7
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Gasolines with a Pump Octane
((R+M)/2) of 99 or greater and
ethanol content below 15%
volume must be used for
competitive driving to protect
against engine damage. Colder
spark plug ratings should also
be used. Consult your dealer.
For 3.6L Engine Only:
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Keep the level at or near 0.5 L
(0.5 qt) above the upper mark
that shows the proper operating
range on the engine oil dipstick.
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Install an engine oil cooler kit,
including engine oil cooler lines
and oil filter adapter.
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Install a heavy duty fan. This
requires electrical changes to
the vehicle. Contact your dealer.
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Caution
Failure to change the brake fluid
and transfer case fluid after any
performance or race track driving
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
could result in damage not
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Have the brake fluid and transfer
case fluid changed by your dealer
after any performance or race
track driving. See
Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants on
page 11-13
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For vehicles equipped with front
Brembo brake systems:
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Performance/racing brake pads
are required prior to racing or
closed track driving. Vehicles
with option code Y4Q have
performance brake pads.
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Before racing, replace existing
brake fluid with a qualified racing
brake fluid from a sealed
container. Brake fluid with a dry
boiling point >279°C (534°F) is
qualified. If racing brake fluid is
used, replace it with GM
approved brake fluid before
driving on public roads. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11-13
.
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Do not use silicone-based fluids.
If racing brake fluid is in the vehicle
and the age of the brake fluid is
over a month old or unknown,
replace the brake fluid before
racing/closed track driving.
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The rear axle lubricant should be
replaced with new lubricant.
.
Additional cooling capacity is
also required for continuous
competitive driving.
Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce
vehicle traction and affect your
ability to stop and accelerate.
Always drive slower in these types
of driving conditions and avoid
driving through large puddles and
deep
‐
standing or flowing water.