September 2018, Volume 20, No. 17
All-New Cadillac XT4 Enters
Compact Luxury SUV Market
All-new 2019 XT4
The all-new 2019 XT4 is Cadillac’s first entry in the compact luxury SUV market. The
5-passenger SUV is available as a front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD)
model with three trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport.
The compact XT4 has a wheelbase of 109.4 inches (277.9 cm) with an overall length of
181.1 inches (460 cm). It has 6.7 inches (17 cm) of ground clearance.
New Turbocharged Engine
The XT4’s new 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine (RPO LSY) — featuring Active Fuel Management (AFM), Spark Ignited Direct Injection (SIDI), Dual Overhead
Camshafts (DOHC), and Variable Valve Timing (VVT) — produces 237 horsepower and
258 lb.-ft. of torque with a 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) estimated time of 7 seconds (FWD)
or 7.2 seconds (AWD). It’s the first engine built off the new cylinder set strategy (CSS)
engine architecture.
Cadillac designed the new turbocharged 2.0L engine for the XT4 to deliver performance
along with fuel efficiency. It has a twin-scroll turbocharger to help reduce turbo lag while
also using Active Fuel Management (AFM) and an automatic engine stop/start system
to help improve fuel economy. To better balance power output with fuel economy, the
engine also has a Sliding Cam Valve Lift System (SCS) that modifies camshaft timing
under changing engine demand.
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CONTENTS
All-New Cadillac XT4 Enters
Compact Luxury SUV Market . . . . . . . . . . 1
2019 XT4 Features New Integrated
Brake Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Engine Belt or Water Pump Noise. . . . . . . . 6
Intermittent ABS Light on Express and
Savana Vans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Navigation System SD Card Now
Shipped in Keys Bag for 2019 Silverado
1500 and Sierra 1500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Service Know-How . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Customer Care and Aftersales
All-New Cadillac XT4 – continued from page 1
A new active
thermal management cooling
system on the
engine is used to
control the coolant temperature,
sending heat
where it is needed
to reduce friction and to heat
the passenger
compartment
while also cooling
the engine and
transmission.
An electric water
New 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine (RPO LSY)
pump is mounted
to the bottom left
side of the engine
and supplies the coolant flow through the entire active thermal
management system. The ECM controls the water pump over the
Local Interconnect Network (LIN).
The main rotary valve and the block rotary valve are combined into
one unit called the coolant control valve. The main rotary valve distributes coolant to the transmission and engine oil heat exchangers
as well as the radiator and cabin heat exchangers. The block rotary
valve provides coolant flow for engine block temperature control as
well as cabin heating during warm-up.
Engine Oil
as soon as possible. The air filter life status should be reset using
the DIC controls after replacing the air filter.
9-Speed Transmission
The Hydra-Matic 9T50 automatic transmission (RPO M3H) is a
9-speed, transverse-mounted, electronically-controlled transmission. It consists primarily of a 4-element torque converter, a compound planetary gear set, friction and mechanical clutch assemblies,
and a hydraulic pressurization and control system. Drivers make a
gear selection using the Electronic Precision Shift lever.
Electronic Precision Shift (EPS),
or Electronic
Transmission
Range Selector
(ETRS), features a
console-mounted
lever to shift gears
electronically. It
does not use a
mechanical connection. The shift
pattern, displayed
on the top of the
shift lever, is a
straight up-anddown pattern,
which is slightly
different from the
pattern of the EPS
in the XT5.
9T50 automatic transmission (RPO M3H)
Use dexos1® - GEN 2 full synthetic SAE 0W-20 engine oil in the
2.0L turbo engine.
Engine oil pan
TIP: The lower engine oil pan is made of plastic and is attached
at the engine block lower structural extension. Do not use the oil
pan to lift the engine.
Air Filter
The Engine Air Filter Monitor is a software feature that uses
sensors to read the pressure drop across the engine air filter. A
higher pressure drop indicates that more debris has accumulated
in the filter. A computer-based algorithm uses the pressure drop
reading and the age of the air filter to calculate a precise reading
of air filter life, which can be viewed as a percentage on the Driver
Information Center (DIC).
If the air filter should be replaced at the next engine oil change, the
Replace at Next Oil Change message will display on the DIC. If the
Replace Now message is displayed, the air filter should be replaced
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Electronic Precision Shift
The selected gear position illuminates in red on the shift lever, while
all others are white. If the shift is not immediate, as in very cold
temperatures, the indicator on the shift lever may flash until it is
fully engaged. The shift lever always starts from a center position
and, after releasing the shift lever, returns to the center position.
The shifter has a dedicated Park button at the top of the lever and
a Shift Lock Release button on the left side of the lever. The Shift
Lock Release button must be pressed to shift out of Park or to shift
into Reverse.
AWD System
The all-wheel drive (AWD) system with Active Twin Clutch on the
XT4 electronically splits the torque as needed between the rear
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All-New Cadillac XT4 – continued from page 2
wheels using twin clutches. Compared to a single clutch system
with a 50/50 split, the Active Twin Clutch has the capability to
enhance traction and stability across all driving conditions. Plus,
by not pushing torque when it’s not needed, the system improves
vehicle fuel economy.
Active Sport Suspension
Available as an option on the Sport Trim is the Active Sport
Suspension, which features Continuous Damping Control with
electronic sensors that monitor the road in real time and make
damping adjustments every two milliseconds.
Suspension characteristics as well as steering and powertrain
tuning can be changed at any time by the driver by using the Mode
button on the center console to select a different Drive Mode
setting.
The Bluetooth
system also
enables two
phones to be
paired at the same
time. The infotainment system will
connect to the
phone that is set
to First to Connect, which can be
selected by going
to Settings >
System > Phones
and touching the
NFC icon near the Home button
Information icon
by the phone
name. The secondary phone can only receive calls.
Rotary Controller
Drive Mode settings
Integrated Brake Control
The XT4 is the first Cadillac to use electro-hydraulic braking assist, which enhances fuel economy and takes up less space under
the hood compared to a traditional vacuum-assisted power braking
system.
The system uses an Integrated Brake Control (IBC), also called the
K160 Brake System Control Module, that interprets and converts
driver brake pedal input and provides a corresponding hydraulic
pressure output to activate a standard brake system.
Depending on optional equipment, vehicle performance systems may include antilock brakes (ABS), traction control, electronic stability control, brake pad life monitoring, Dynamic Rear
Proportioning, brake drying, Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control,
Adaptive Cruise Control, and others.
Next Generation Infotainment Systems
In addition to the touch screen, a multi-function rotary controller for
interacting with the infotainment system is located on the center
console. The center console controls consist of a large dial that
enables movement
between apps and
menus (press the
controller to select
an item); a small
dial for audio volume/tuning along
with seek buttons;
and shortcut buttons for Home,
Audio, Phone,
and Navigation (if
equipped) menus
as well as a Back
button to return to
Infotainment controls on the center console
a previous menu.
Driver Assistance Systems
Depending on option packages, the new XT4 features a number
of active safety and driver awareness systems. Available systems
include:
• Safety Alert Seat
• Rear Camera Mirror
• Surround Vision 360-degree Camera
• Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
The XT4 offers two infotainment systems (RPOs IOS, IOT) that
include the next generation of the Cadillac User Experience. The
system is designed to operate more like a smartphone and features
high-resolution screen graphics, faster response to inputs, and improved voice recognition technology.
• Front/Rear Park Assist
It also includes Near Field Communication (NFC) device pairing.
NFC is a set of communication protocols that enable two electronic
devices, such as a smartphone, to establish communication by
bringing them within 1.57 inches (4 cm) or less of each other. To
pair a compatible smartphone using the NFC system, simply hold
the phone up to the NFC icon near the Home button below the infotainment screen. After pairing is initiated, confirm the codes that
appear on the infotainment screen.
• Forward/Reverse Automatic Braking
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Front Pedestrian Braking
• Forward Collision Alert
• Head-Up Display
• Automatic Parking Assist with Braking
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All-New Cadillac XT4 – continued from page 3
Special Tools
Tool Number
Description
EN-51955
Injector Seal Protector, Installer, Size
EN-52287
Harmonic Balancer Holder
EN-52436
Timing Chain Tensioner Retention Tool
EN-52439
Crankshaft Oil Seal Ring Guide – Rear
EN-52441
Balance Shaft Timing Tool
XT4 features a number of active safety and driver awareness systems.
EN-52442
Balance Shaft Holding Tool
Hands-Free Power Liftgate
EN-52442
Balance Shaft Holding Tool
The power liftgate can be programmed to an adjustable height using
the power button next to the pull handle. It also features hands-free
operation, which is activated by kicking your foot straight under the
left corner of the rear bumper. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter must be within 3 feet (0.91 meters) of the liftgate.
EN-52443
HP Fuel Pump Alignment Tool
EN-52461-100
Adapter 50T of Cam Phaser Torque Reaction
Tool
EN-52462-A
Camshaft Tool
EN-52476
Flywheel Lock and Alignment Tool
EN-52461
Cam Phaser Torque Reaction Tool
EN-52486
Oil Pressure Gauge Adapter
EN-52483
Guide Pins (Cover Inst.)
EN-50791-100
Adapter, Fuel Injector Installation Tool
CH-52519
EVAP Service Port Adapter
EN-51007-10
Engine Support Fixture Adapter Feet
CH-47976-517
Adapter, Cable G8
EN-52055-150
Lift Table Adapter
EN-52055
Lift Table Adapter Set
GE-52200
Powertrain Lift Table
To indicate the hands-free kicking location, the vehicle logo projects
on the ground near the left corner of the rear bumper when an RKE
transmitter is detected within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of the liftgate. The
logo is shown for one minute, depending on operating conditions.
Hands-free kicking location (A) and projected vehicle logo (B)
Special Tools
The following new special tools were released for the 2019 XT4.
For more information on the new 2019 XT4, refer to Bulletin
#18-NA-258.
9T50 Transmission (RPO M3H) Special Tools have been shipped
previously for other GM vehicles. The tools also are available
through the GM Loan Tool Program (U.S.) and for purchase by
calling 1-800-GM-TOOLS.
Thanks to Richard Miller and Sherman Dixon
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September 2018
2019 XT4 Features New Integrated Brake Control
The 2019 XT4 is the first Cadillac to use electro-hydraulic braking
assist, which enhances fuel economy and takes up less space under
the hood compared to a traditional vacuum-assisted power braking
system.
axle. The IBC supplies voltage to the brake pad wear sensor, which
is part of the brake caliper assembly.
The system uses an Integrated Brake Control (IBC) — the K160
Brake System Control Module — that interprets and converts driver
brake pedal input and provides a corresponding hydraulic pressure
output to activate a standard brake system. In the event of no electrical energy or a failure condition, the driver’s brake pedal input is
mechanically converted to a hydraulic pressure output.
The XT4 also is equipped with unique directional Wheel Speed Sensors (WSS) that can detect wheel direction as well as zero wheel
speed. As the wheel spins, the WSS sends the IBC a DC square
wave signal. The IBC uses the frequency of the square wave signal
to calculate the wheel speed.
Wheel Speed Sensors
The IBC is a one-piece module that eliminates the master cylinder,
vacuum pump and associated hoses while incorporating electronic
stability control, traction control and an electric motor to push
hydraulic fluid to the brakes at all four corners. The module is 13
lbs. (6 kg) lighter than the total weight of a conventional system.
Brake Pedal Signal
When the driver applies the brake pedal, the brake pedal position sensor reads the driver's intent to apply the brakes. The Body
Control Module (BCM) monitors the brake pedal position sensor
signal and sends a high-speed serial data message to the IBC indicating the brake pedal position. By using a digital signal, brake rotor
runout feedback to the driver at the brake pedal also is eliminated.
Wheel speed sensor
If excessive wheel slip is monitored for greater than five seconds
with a vehicle reference velocity of less than 1.9 mph (3 km/h), the
traction control system will recognize this as a “stuck” condition.
Once detected, the traction control system will allow additional
wheel slip of 5% to help assist the vehicle. The additional wheel slip
does not guarantee the vehicle will get out of the stuck condition,
but is designed to assist the driver.
Power-Up-Self Test
Integrated Brake Control
During a panic stop, the system does not rely on brake pedal apply
force to determine the driver's intent but rather the speed with
which the driver applies the brake pedal. Increased brake pressure
is provided electronically through the IBC, which activates the antilock braking system if necessary and stops the vehicle as quickly as
possible.
The Brake System Control Module is able to detect many malfunctions whenever the ignition is on. However, certain failures cannot
be detected unless active diagnostic tests are performed on the
components. Shorted solenoid coil or motor windings, for example,
cannot be detected until the components are commanded on by the
Brake System Control Module. A power-up self-test is performed
by the Brake System Control Module when the ignition is first
turned on to verify correct operation of system components along
with electrical checks of system sensors and circuits.
Thanks to Richard Miller and Sherman Dixon
Brake Pad Wear Sensors
The XT4 features a new brake lining wear sensor system that estimates the remaining life of the front and rear brake pads. When
the feature is active, brake pad life can be displayed on the Driver
Information Center along with a percentage and distance for each
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Engine Belt or Water Pump Noise
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Some 2016-2018 ATS, CTS, Camaro
and 2017-2018 Acadia, LaCrosse, and
XT5 models equipped with the 3.6L V6
engine (RPO LGX) and 2016-2018 CT6
models equipped with the turbocharged
3.0L V6 engine (RPO LGW) or the 3.6L
V6 engine (RPO LGX) may have a slight,
intermittent squeak noise coming from
the front of the engine belt area. The
Check Engine MIL may be illuminated
and DTC P0324 (Knock Sensor System
Performance) may be set in the Engine
Control Module (ECM). At times, DTC
P0324 may be set by noise from the
water pump.
If a sound is heard, listen to the water
pump with a stethoscope or chassis ears
tool for any unusual noise. Compare the
noise to a similar vehicle.
Water pump on the 3.6L engine
In addition, observe the knock retard bank-to-bank using GDS 2 and then remove
the belt and check the knock retard again.
If there is a difference in the knock retard or a noise is heard at the water pump,
replace the water pump and reevaluate the condition.
If there are not any noises heard or a different in knock retard, follow the normal
diagnostics outlined in the appropriate Service Information.
For additional information, refer to PIP5545A.
Thanks to Aron Wilson
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Intermittent ABS Light on Express
and Savana Vans
The Antilock Brake System (ABS)
light may illuminate intermittently and
a Service StabiliTrak message may be
displayed on some 2018 Express and
Savana vans equipped with dual rear
wheels (RPO R05). DTC C0050 Sym 0F
(Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
Signal Erratic) also may be set.
Follow the published diagnostic
procedure in the appropriate Service
Information for DTC C0050 Sym 0F.
Axle shaft-mounted wheel speed sensors
TIP: The inboard axle shaft-mounted
wheel speed sensors, sensor retainers
and bolts, sensor rings and ring retainers are unique to the updated 11.5 HD dual
rear wheel axle. These components are mounted inboard near the differential, rather
than near the wheel ends of the axle tubes as on other axle models. The Wheel
Speed Sensor Ring is attached to the differential adjuster with a clip type retainer.
If the condition is not corrected after following the normal diagnostics, ask the
customer if the conditions only occur after driving on rumble strips on the right side
of the road.
Do not perform any additional repairs for these conditions. For more information,
refer to PIT5623A.
Thanks to Scott Fibranz
September 2018
Navigation System SD Card Now Shipped in Keys Bag for
2019 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500
2019 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 models equipped with
infotainment system RPO IOT are the only models that will have
an SD card for the navigation system. There is not an SD card for
infotainment system RPOs IOR and IOS because they do not have
embedded navigation systems.
Navigation radio RPO IOT
Navigation radio RPO IOT
In response to dealership feedback, the assembly plant no longer
places the navigation SD card separately in the Loose Items bag.
The navigation SD card is now placed in a smaller bag labeled Keys,
which is included inside the Loose Items bag.
In addition, the Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Form Special Instruction Items section has been revised to point out the inclusion of the
navigation SD card, how it is shipped, and that it should be inserted
into the SD card slot during the PDI process.
During PDI, the SD card should be inserted into the SD slot in the
center console or the center of the instrument panel below the
climate controls.
Updated PDI form
Thanks to Dave MacGillis
If the navigation SD card is not inserted into the SD slot, the
infotainment system may display an SD card error message. Do
not remove the SD card during the same ignition cycle. If an error
message is displayed across ignition cycles, follow the appropriate
Service Information.
Service Know-How
10218.09V – Emerging Issues – September 13, 2018
The latest service topics from GM Brand Quality and Engineering are
covered, including a preview of the 2019 Camaro and a look at Service
Information wiring diagram symbols and icons.
To view Emerging Issues seminars:
• Log into www.centeroflearning.com.
• Enter Emerging Issues in the Search box.
• Select the desired Emerging Issues seminar course title.
• Click the Launch button.
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