The check engine is the most common warning light that appears in the Cadillac XT5’s instrument cluster. Well over half of this site’s content is related to solving the various reasons why the check engine light comes on. The good news is that the check engine light indicates that there are Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) … Read more
If your Cadillac XT5 has a soft brake pedal, it is a sign of a serious brake system issue. It’s usually caused by air entering the system in some way through a leak. This article covers the six most common causes of a soft brake pedal as well as a solid diagnostic order if you … Read more
Most GM vehicles built in the last 20+ years have a theft deterrent system, that includes the Cadillac XT5. Depending on the model year, your vehicle’s theft deterrent system disables the fuel pump, ignitions system, or starter if unauthorized access is detected. When your vehicle XT5 theft deterrent system message, the system will not let … Read more
Your Cadillac XT5’s alarm system is designed to detect potential intruders, keep its contents safe, and keep them from driving your vehicle away. However, it is not uncommon for a car alarm to go off, or keep going off, for no apparent reason– also known as false or “nuisance alarms”. This article will discuss some … Read more
If your Cadillac XT5’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 vehicle’s fob working again. A dead battery is the most common reason a Cadillac XT5’s key fob fails. Table of … Read more
If you own a Cadillac XT5 and it’s idling rough, you may be feeling frustrated. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most common causes of a rough idle in the XT5 and how to fix the problem. The most common cause of a rough idle is misfiring. What an Engine Needs to … Read more
Do you need help getting Apple CarPlay to work in your Cadillac XT5? You’re not alone. Many people have experienced an issue with CarPlay connections, which can be frustrating. The good news is the fix is usually pretty simple. This article covers the most common reasons Apple CarPlay isn’t working in the Cadillac XT5 and … Read more
If you’re filling your vehicle 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 XT5 is getting bad gas mileage. Before diving in, it’s important to note whether or not your XT5’s check engine … Read more
If your Cadillac XT5 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 vehicle. Metal shavings accompanied by a knocking sound typically indicate your XT5 has spun a … Read more
When your Cadillac XT5 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 vehicle’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