Cadillac STS Key Fob Not Working: 5 Common Causes

If your Cadillac STS’s key fob is not working, the most common reason is a dead battery. Followed by water damage or fob failure.  Below, we’ve listed everything you need to do to get your car’s fob working again. A dead battery is the most common reason a Cadillac STS’s key fob fails. Table of … Read more

Cadillac STS Bad Fuel Mileage: Causes

If you’re filling your car up regularly and still getting crummy mileage, there are a few things that could be to blame. In this post, we’ll explore some of the most common reasons your Cadillac STS is getting bad gas mileage. Before diving in, it’s important to note whether or not your STS’s check engine … Read more

Cadillac STS Metal Shavings in Oil: Causes

If your Cadillac STS has metal shavings in the oil, it almost always indicates engine damage, but it’s not always easy to tell what is causing the issue. This article will help you figure out what’s going on with your car. Metal shavings accompanied by a knocking sound typically indicate your STS has spun a … Read more

Cadillac STS RPM Goes Up and Down While Parked: Causes

When your Cadillac STS is in Park, its engine RPM level (revolutions per minute) should stay relatively even. If it doesn’t, there’s likely something wrong with your engine. If your car’s check engine light is on, we’ve provided the most common causes of RPMs going up and down while in Park and the common codes … Read more

Cadillac STS: Symptoms of Bad Shocks or Struts

Shocks and struts typically don’t last for the lifetime of a vehicle, If your Cadillac STS is experiencing poor handling, excessive wear on tires and suspension components, or a jarring noise, it likely has bad shocks or struts. If your STS is experiencing any steering problems, it’s vital to check your car out immediately, as … Read more

Cadillac STS P1174 & P1175: Meaning, Causes, How to Fix

P1174 and P1175 are GM-specific DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes). They indicate fuel bank trim issues on bank 1 and bank 2 of your Cadillac STS. Cadillac STS P1174 + P1175 Quick Info GM P1174 + P1175 Definition Fuel Trim Cylinder Balance (Bank 1 or Bank 2) Symptoms Mild misfire, MIL light Common Causes Bad O2 … Read more

Cadillac STS Horn Not Working: 5 Most Common Causes

A functioning horn is one of a vehicle’s most critical safety features. If your Cadillac STS’s horn isn’t working, there are a few potential causes. We’ll cover each of them, starting with the easiest and most likely issues and working from there. A test light can make diagnosing a horn that isn’t working much easier. … Read more

Cadillac STS P0100: Meaning, Causes, How to Fix

P0100 is a generic OBD2 trouble code that indicates an issue with your Cadillac STS’s Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor.   This code is usually caused by a MAF sensor that is faulty, dirty or a wiring issue related to it. It may be tempting to replace your STS’s MAF sensor without checking the electrical system … Read more

Cadillac STS Sloshing Sound (How to Find and Fix)

A mysterious noise you don’t know the source of is one of the most stressful things that can happen during vehicle ownership. If your Cadillac STS is making a sloshing sound while driving it, this is the guide for you. If your STS makes a sound like sloshing water while driving, this is undoubtedly a … Read more