2009 Cadillac CTS-V Owner's Manual - Page 324

Engine Oil There is an oil pressure light in the instrument cluster and an Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine message on the Driver Information Center (DIC). Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the engine oil dipstick. 1. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If this is not done, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. If the light and/or message appear, check the engine oil level right away. For more information, see "Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-57 and Oil Pressure Light on page 3-45. Check the engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. 5-18