Cadillac ATS/ATS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-9085354) - 2016 - crc - 7/30/15316 Vehicle CareWhen the brake/clutch fluid falls to alow level, the brake warning lightcomes on. See Brake SystemWarning Light 0 123.Brake fluid absorbs water over timewhich degrades the effectiveness ofthe brake fluid. Replace brake fluidat the specified intervals to preventincreased stopping distance. SeeMaintenance Schedule 0 379.What to AddUse only GM approved DOT 3brake fluid from a clean, sealedcontainer. See RecommendedFluids and Lubricants 0 389.{ WarningThe wrong or contaminated brakefluid could result in damage to thebrake system. This could result inthe loss of braking leading to apossible injury. Always use theproper GM approved brake fluid.CautionIf brake fluid is spilled on thevehicle's painted surfaces, thepaint finish can be damaged.Immediately wash off any paintedsurface.Battery - North AmericaThe original equipment battery ismaintenance free. Do not removethe cap and do not add fluid.The battery is in the trunk, beneaththe trim panel, on the driver side ofthe vehicle. Refer to thereplacement number shown on theoriginal battery label when a newbattery is needed.{ WarningWARNING: Battery posts,terminals, and relatedaccessories contain lead and leadcompounds, chemicals known tothe State of California to cause(Continued)Warning (Continued)cancer and birth defects or otherreproductive harm. Batteries alsocontain other chemicals known tothe State of California to causecancer. WASH HANDS AFTERHANDLING. See CaliforniaProposition 65 Warning 0 291.After a power loss, such asdisconnecting the battery orremoving the maxi fuses in thepower distribution fuse block, thefollowing steps must be performedto calibrate the electronic throttlecontrol. If this is not done, theengine will not run properly.1. Turn the ignition on but do notstart the engine.2. Leave the ignition on for atleast three minutes so that theelectronic throttle control willcycle and relearn its homeposition.3. Turn the ignition off.
