Shocks and struts typically don’t last for the lifetime of a vehicle, If your Cadillac XT5 is experiencing poor handling, excessive wear on tires and suspension components, or a jarring noise, it likely has bad shocks or struts. If your XT5 is experiencing any steering problems, it’s vital to check your vehicle out immediately, as … Read more
The TPMS light indicates that your Cadillac XT5’s tire pressure is above or below the minimum threshold set by the manufacturer. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light is the most common warning light on a modern vehicle. If you have a TPMS warning light, your vehicle’s tire pressure must be checked. If your Cadillac … Read more
It can be very jarring when your Cadillac XT5 shakes when idle. If your XT5 has this problem, many issues can cause it. We’ve lined out some of the most common causes below. The most common reasons a vehicle shakes when idling is a misfire or bad motor mount. Table of Contents Cadillac XT5 Shaking … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Cadillac XT5 is P0174. It indicates that your Cadillac XT5 is running lean on the bank two side of the engine. P0174 and P0171 (fuel trim lean bank one) are the most frequently seen air/fuel mixture-related codes. If they appear together, it reduces the list of … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Cadillac XT5 is P0171. It indicates that your Cadillac XT5 is running lean on the bank one side. It’s the most common air/fuel mixture-related code. It’s not the most complicated OBDII trouble code to diagnose. It is also one of the most common codes. The most … Read more
If your Cadillac XT5 is jerking when you press the accelerator, a few common issues can cause this. This guide is built to help you get a better idea as to why your vehicle is jerking. The most common reason a vehicle jerks when accelerating is a misfire. Checking for trouble codes can make the … Read more
One of the most alarming sounds you can hear from your Cadillac XT5 is the engine knocking. Unfortunately, an engine knock can be a sign of significant engine problems. The first thing you should do is check your XT5’s oil. If it’s low, fill it up. If it appears frothy, there may be coolant getting into … Read more
If your Cadillac XT5 is stuck in Park, the odds are that you’re not stranded. We’ve made this guide to quickly help you get back on the road if your vehicle doesn’t shift into gear. Most vehicles with an automatic transmission have a linkage that connects the gear selector to the transmission. Recently, more vehicles … Read more
One of the most inconvenient things that can happen to your Cadillac XT5 is when the speedometer stops working. You don’t realize how much you look at the thing until it’s always sitting at 0 MPH while driving down the road. If your vehicle’s speedometer is not working, it’s usually caused by an issue with … Read more
When you start your Cadillac XT5, the airbag module runs a self-diagnostic check on all its major systems. If any of these checks fail, you will see an airbag warning light on the dashboard. Depending on the model year and what country you happen to be in, you may get something along the lines of … Read more