Cadillac Deville The flagship luxury car, offering the class with which the Cadillac has been associated, for decades

maintanence

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 12, 2008 | 05:51 PM
  #1  
deville ss's Avatar
Thread Starter
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 25
From:
Default maintanence

I want to know what should i get inspected on my car for a maintanence check at 53000 miles what should be looked at

 
Old Oct 12, 2008 | 09:15 PM
  #2  
Katzmans Caddy's Avatar
Super Moderator
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 1,461
From: Toronto, CANADA
Default RE: maintanence

Since you are new to this car here's my suggestions:

1. Compression test
2. pressure test cooling system
3. Change coolant now then every two years
4. Change oil
5. Check brakes
6. Check steering and tie rod ends
7. Check tires
8. Check steering lines and brake lines
9. Check exhaust system, catalytic converter, pipes mufflers
10. Check alignment
11. Check coil packs and plugs.
12. Check air and fuel filters
13. Check wiper blades and operation of washer
14. Check trans fluid and depending on condition consider change
15. Check codes for any history items.
 
Old Oct 12, 2008 | 09:34 PM
  #3  
deville ss's Avatar
Thread Starter
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 25
From:
Default RE: maintanence

oh ok thanks. what are the known problems with the 2000 deville(most common)
 
Old Oct 12, 2008 | 09:40 PM
  #4  
Katzmans Caddy's Avatar
Super Moderator
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 1,461
From: Toronto, CANADA
Default RE: maintanence

The number one concern in earlier engines is a neglected cooling system which can coorode head gaskets and cause failures. If this occurs and engine is allowed to repeatedly overheat serious damage can occur.Cadillac made some engine improvements for 2000 to address this problem. Oil useage is also common but no cause for alarm, just check at regular intervals and top up as needed between changes.

My personal experience with Cadillac is that it is a reliable and enjoyable automobile, I own two.
 
Old Oct 12, 2008 | 09:50 PM
  #5  
deville ss's Avatar
Thread Starter
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 25
From:
Default RE: maintanence

ok thanks appreciate it
 
Old Oct 13, 2008 | 08:31 AM
  #6  
Katzmans Caddy's Avatar
Super Moderator
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 1,461
From: Toronto, CANADA
Default RE: maintanence

The thing to remember is to take care of any problem when it crops up. If you don't you are in for trouble. Cadillacs tend to have sophisticated sytems and leading technology even older models when compared to run of the mill Camrys and what not. Repairs can therefore be more costly. If the repairs are out of budget then another make of car should be considered.
 
Old Oct 13, 2008 | 03:19 PM
  #7  
deville ss's Avatar
Thread Starter
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 25
From:
Default RE: maintanence

ok thanks.
 
Old Oct 13, 2008 | 03:20 PM
  #8  
deville ss's Avatar
Thread Starter
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 25
From:
Default RE: maintanence

what brake pads should i use on front pads
 
Old Oct 13, 2008 | 06:34 PM
  #9  
Katzmans Caddy's Avatar
Super Moderator
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 1,461
From: Toronto, CANADA
Default RE: maintanence

Most parts stores sell three levels of pads. Don't buy the least expensive go with mid range or highest range. I usually buy mid range rotors and top end pads. It's up to you and your budget.
 
Old Oct 13, 2008 | 09:15 PM
  #10  
deville ss's Avatar
Thread Starter
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 25
From:
Default RE: maintanence

Thanks katzman
 



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:16 PM.