Service and repair manuals for 17 model years of the Cadillac CTS, 2003 to 2019. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Cadillac published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 3.2L V6 — DOHC · 5.7L V8 — OHV · 3.6L V6 — 217 cu in, DOHC · 2.8L V6 — 170 cu in, DOHC · 6.0L V8 — 364 cu in, OHV · 6.2L V8 — 376 cu in, OHV, supercharged · 3.0L V6 — DOHC · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 3.6L V6 — 217 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 3.6L V6 — DOHC.
Federal safety record, all years: 37 recalls, 3,094 owner complaints and 9,184 technical service bulletins are logged for the CTS. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your CTS year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $49.99 | — | 6.2L V8; 3.6L V6; 2.0L I4; 3.6L V6 | V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Vsport Premium Luxury Sedan 4-Door +3 | select |
| 2018 | $49.99 | 2 | 6.2L V8; 3.6L V6; 2.0L I4; 3.6L V6 | V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Vsport Premium Luxury Sedan 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 2017 | $49.99 | 2 | 6.2L V8; 3.6L V6; 2.0L I4; 3.6L V6 | V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Vsport Premium Luxury Sedan 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 2016 | $49.99 | 3 | 6.2L V8; 2.0L I4; 3.6L V6; 3.6L V6; 3.6L V6 | V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Performance Sedan 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 2015 | $49.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 3.6L V6; 6.2L V8; 3.6L V6 | Premium Sedan 4-Door · V Coupe 2-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Performance Sedan 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 2014 | $49.99 | 6 | 2.0L I4; 3.6L V6; 6.2L V8; 3.0L V6; 3.6L V6 | Performance Wagon 4-Door · V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · V Coupe 2-Door +14 | details → |
| 2013 | $49.99 | 2 | 3.6L V6; 6.2L V8; 3.0L V6 | Performance Wagon 4-Door · V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · V Coupe 2-Door +14 | details → |
| 2012 | $29.99 | 1 | 6.2L V8; 3.6L V6; 3.0L V6 | V Black Diamond Coupe 2-Door · Performance Wagon 4-Door · V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door +20 | details → |
| 2011 | $29.99 | 2 | 3.0L V6; 3.6L V6; 6.2L V8 | Performance Wagon 4-Door · V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · V Coupe 2-Door +11 | details → |
| 2010 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.0L V6; 3.6L V6; 6.2L V8 | Performance Wagon 4-Door · V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door +5 | details → |
| 2009 | $29.99 | 3 | 6.2L V8; 3.6L V6 | V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Luxury Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2008 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.6L V6 | Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Luxury Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2007 | $29.99 | 1 | 6.0L V8; 2.8L V6; 3.6L V6 | V Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2006 | $29.99 | 2 | 6.0L V8; 2.8L V6; 3.6L V6 | V Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2005 | $29.99 | 2 | 5.7L V8; 2.8L V6; 3.6L V6 | V Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2004 | $29.99 | 4 | 5.7L V8; 3.2L V6; 3.6L V6 | V Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2003 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.2L V6 | Luxury Sport Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Luxury Sedan 4-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2019 CTS manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 1,087
- General Information 1,903
- Accessories & Equipment 9,985
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 414
- Body & Frame 2,694
- Maintenance 15
- Brakes 1,145
- Restraints 427
- Drivelines & Axles 299
- Steering 608
- Electrical 6,545
- Suspension 302
- Engine Mechanical 1,337
- Transmission 987
- Engine Performance 9,513
- Front 250
- Rear 250
04 / Other yearsOther CTS years
2019 Cadillac CTS · $49.99 select →
Engines: 6.2L V8 — 376 cu in, OHV, supercharged; 3.6L V6 — DOHC; 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 3.6L V6 — 217 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: V Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Vsport Premium Luxury Sedan 4-Door · Vsport Sedan 4-Door · Luxury Sedan 4-Door · Premium Luxury Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2019 CTS. 16 complaints · 660 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore CTS manual | $29.99–$49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the CTS manual
Which CTS years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2003 to 2019 — 17 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Cadillac CTS manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Cadillac published for the CTS, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include CTS wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every CTS manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover CTS recalls?
37 recalls are on federal record across the 2003–2019 CTS, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Cadillac dealers.
Why do some CTS years cost more?
Pricing follows the manual: 2003–2012 at $29.99, 2013–2019 at $49.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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