2012 CADILLAC CTS LR4/LFX (XE2)
XE2 / Sedan / Wagon (Europe and select markets) / North America, select global markets
LR4LFXLF3Exact year/trim recordSilver
Engine identity
Oils and fluids
Service and parts data
Common and chronic problems
- Timing chain wear on early LR4 V6 engines
- Supercharger belt wear on V-Sport models
- Electrical gremlins in instrument cluster
First checks
- Inspect timing chain tension and noise on V6 engines
- Check for oil leaks around valve covers
- Examine transmission fluid condition and shift quality
Before replacing parts
- Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
- Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
- Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.
Important notes
- The 2012 Cadillac CTS marked the second generation with North American launch in 2008, globally mostly represented in North America and select export markets.
- Trim levels and engines vary strongly between North America and export markets, with supercharged V6 in V-Sport trims typically limited to North America.
- Technical data here condenses main engine/transmission profiles, some markets may have additional diesel or different engines but are less documented globally.