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    SC Intercooler outlet line broke

    I just got the same CEL while on highway. Called OnStar; they emailed me this: Car smells like coolant a bit when idling, but no visible leaks, coolant temp normal, no misfire, all else ok. 2024 CT5BW w/5,500 miles. Dealer looked at car today. They are saying it's an intercooler leak...
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    Escalade IQ Pricing

    So, I went in to talk with a local dealer about the IQ. They said I could put $500 down to reserve a spot in line for the truck. When they have the ability to order the truck, they will call me and let me know what the "dealer premium" will be on top of the MSRP. They expect the...
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    2025 5BW updates

    Where are the magnesium wheels?
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    2023 CT5 Blackwing engine failure

    It's the failure causing the shavings, not the shavings causing the failure. If you see visible shavings or good-sized chunks of metal on the drain plug, you probably have an issue.
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    CT5-V Engine failure

    This seems like a random occurrence in Cadillac V's, not a design flaw. It's not uncommon for ANY manufacturer to have metallurgy failures in parts that lead to catastrophic engine failures. Cams fail, valves fail, bearings fail, etc. even for Nissan and Toyota. Other cars have had...
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    Cadillac Smart Driver and Privacy Concerns

    Pro Tip: 99% of car thieves can't drive a manual.
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    Cadillac Smart Driver and Privacy Concerns

    Checked my app a couple of weeks ago, OnStar Smart Driving was OFF. Today it was ON. Maybe there was an update...
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    CT5-V ZL1 1LE transmission in 5BW? Or, how the 5BW is a 7-speed missing 6th gear.

    The current gear ratios make the car very useable in every gear. For most highway driving, having that big 6th gear overdrive helps keep rpms low BUT is still very useable to get through traffic. The issue is at that momentum is hard to gain after the 165 mph mark, but realistically, how...
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    Aftermarket or Hacked Remote Start - Manual Transmissions

    Yes, the remote start companies do offer it. You just have to jump through some hoops when you turn it off if you intend on remote starting it: - Can You Remote Start a Manual-Transmission / Stick-Shift Vehicle? - Viper Support Center
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    Track Mode

    As a follow-up, I did see this in a GM article (https://gmauthority.com/blog/2021/04/heres-what-the-cadillac-v-mode-button-does-in-the-ct4-v-and-ct5-v/): Competition Driving Mode: Affects steering assistance, traction control settings, Electronic Limited Slip Differential settings...
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    Track Mode

    A couple of questions for you guys... If you are in 'Track' or 'Sport' and push Traction Control twice, it goes into 'Competitive Driving Mode': Q: What exactly does 'Competitive Driving Mode' do that doesn't occur normally in the 'Track' or 'Sport" modes? Question 2: If you are in 'Track'...
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    Monochromatic Badges @ Cadillac.com?

    I do not. It's a 6MT...
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    Spring mountain- experienced racers?

    Dude, if you are an experienced racer, there is no need to go. From what I've read, Spring Mountain is a like a V track day for people that don't do a lot of track days. You just gonna be bored. If you wanna take your V on the track, just do a track day with a local car club (Porsche, Alfa...
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    Front plate

    They'll run out of tickets before you run out of money, son!
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    5BW 6sp - heel and toe issues

    They look a little slippery. Are they slippery?
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    5BW 6sp - heel and toe issues

    Can you post up a link to those pedals? ALSO, if you set 'Brake Feel' for more aggressive, the pedal doesn't move down as much under hard braking. If you set 'Brake Feel' for Less aggressive, the pedal will sink more under braking. Perhaps more brake pedal movement will help people having...
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    Clutch break-in

    This new V has an excellent, mild-mannered clutch. Easy to get a smooth release from a stop with minimal throttle, minimal slip. Or if you use more throttle for an aggressive launch, it's easy to fade it the clutch like you want. After 3K miles, mine seems to be a little less sensitive that it...
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    Monochromatic Badges @ Cadillac.com?

    Thanks. When I put in my car information (2024 CT5BW) it says it will not fit that vehicle. Is that a mistake on their end?
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    CT5-V Anyone know highest decibels of sound?

    As I recall, there's a decibel meter app for your phone that records the highest db reading. You could set the phone down on the ground, drive a little ways, turn around, and come back past the phone at full chat... See what db it records. FYI, I used that app at a Blackhawks hockey game...
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    Manual trans owners--both 4 and 5

    I'm not sure about that... I had my V1 for 35,000 miles and my V2 for 40,000 miles, and I never had to bleed the clutch or the brakes. Same with a whole bunch of other performance cars, some of which saw track use. In fact, the only cars I've had that required even occasional brake or clutch...
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