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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Dual Piston Front Disc Brake -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GAS

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in disc thickness. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pulsation is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. To inspect for this condition, measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius appro...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Component Locations -> Electra (1985-90), Park Avenue (1991-98), LeSabre (1999-86), DeVille (1985-05), CTS, DTS, Fleetwood (1985-92), 88 (1999-86), 98 (1985-96), LSS, Regency, Bonneville (1987-05) & STS (2005-06)
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS 3.6 V6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear (AWD) -> Rear (RWD)
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove the propeller shaft heat shield.
  • Remove the propeller shaft CV joint-to-differential flange bolts. Reference mark the location of the propeller shaft constant velocity (CV) joint to the transfer case flange.
  • Install a flat-bladed tool into the notch on the differential flange.
  • Using a flat-bladed tool, carefully move the propeller shaft toward the rear of the vehicle in order to release the propeller shaft CV joint from the differential pinion flange.
  • Remove the propeller shaft CV joint-to-transfer case flange bolts.
  • Install a flat-bladed too...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Place the ignition switch in the Run position.
  • Press the keyless entry transmitters lock and unlock buttons at the same time until a horn chirp sounds or use the scan tool and select Special Functions/Sensor Learn Mode Enable/Enable soft key. A horn chirp will sound indicating the mode has been enabled.
  • The horn should chirp twice and the low tire pressure warning indicator should begin to flash indicating the system is in the learn mode.
  • Using GM tool No. J-46079 or equivalent, starting with the left front tire, hold ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove intake manifold assembly.
  • Disconnect starter S terminal wire and battery cable.
  • Remove mounting bolts and starter.
  • Remove solenoid and battery...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2005-09 STS
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS 3.6 V6 GAS

On 2005-07 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

On 2008-09 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 25,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air fi...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Service Electrical System Lamp -> Cadillac
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS 3.6 V6 GAS

This lamp should light when a fault condition in the charging system is present. The lamp should light during engine starting as a bulb inspection...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Remove auxiliary cooling fan to condenser upper mounting bolts.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove retainers and front air deflector.
  • Drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Disconnect auxiliary cooling fan electrical connectors.
  • Remove mounting bolts and auxiliary cooling fan.
  • Remove condenser upper and lower mounting bolts.
  • Disconnect side air baffle lower retaining pins from radiator.
  • Position con...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Alternator -> Supercharger -> Water Pump, Air Conditioning Compressor and Power Steering Pump
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GAS

Supercharger

  • Remove engine sight shield.
  • Remove front section of supercharger inlet duct assembly.
  • Rotate tensioner in a clockwise direction, using special tool no. EN-47913 or equivalent serpentine belt removal tool.
  • Remove supercharger drive belt.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Water Pump, Air Conditioning Compressor and Power Steering Pump

  • Remove engine sight shield.
  • Remove front section of supercharger inlet duct assembly.
  • Remove supercharger drive belt.
  • Rotate tensioner assembly clockwise and remove belt from water pump pulley.
  • Remove drive belt from behind te...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2006 Cadillac STS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Climate Control Components Diagram for 2006 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GASClimate Control Components Diagram for 2006 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Radio
  • Speaker
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
  • HVAC Control Module
  • Door Components Diagram for 2006 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GASDoor Components Diagram for 2006 Cadillac STS V 4.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Speaker Connector
  • Connector C801
  • Connector C800
  • Splice S800
  • Door Courtesy Lamp Connector
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2006 Cadillac STS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 Cadillac STS  4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Cadillac STS 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • Horn Switch
  • Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil
  • 2006 Cadillac STS  4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Cadillac STS 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Radio
  • Audio Amplifier
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2006 Cadillac STS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac STS 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2006 Cadillac STS AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2006 Cadillac STS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2006 Cadillac STS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2006 Cadillac STS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2006 Cadillac STS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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