Purchasing a Cadillac means that you want maximum performance and maximum luxury. Another feature that Cadillac owners are looking for these days is how to get the most mileage and fuel efficiency for their model. Maintaining a fuel-efficient vehicle is great for the bank and the economy. Below are a few tips on how to get the most mileage out of your Cadillac.
1. Use Recommended Gas
When you head over to the gas pump, make sure that you are filling your tank with the gas required by the manufacturer. These recommendations are made specifically so that your Cadillac model will maximize its mileage and the engine will only use what it needs while driving. If you are not sure what type of gas is recommended for your Cadillac, you can find this information either on the gas cap or in the manual.
2. Maintain Correct Tire Pressure
The tires on your Cadillac have a weight range that they must maintain in order to keep the engine running properly and reducing the stress. This allows your vehicle to properly manage and shift weight evenly for maximum performance. When the tires are lower in pressure, this increases pressure on the engine because the weight in the Cadillac has shifted.
3. Choose Correct Oil Changes
While most Cadillac models start off with conventional oil changes, the shift to synthetic oil starts as you build miles on your Cadillac. Conventional oil is a cheaper option, but it does not have the lifespan or quality level of synthetic oil. Because of the purity in synthetic oil, your engine is not stressed and has a reduction in the gas it needs to operate. Especially as your Cadillac ages and the miles start to add up, synthetic oil keeps it running like it is brand new.
4. Keep Your Filters Changed
Your engine oil filter and engine air filter can adversely affect your Cadillac mileage if they are not changed regularly. They are meant to capture dirt and particles from getting into the engine and causing unnecessary stress. This additional stress on the engine forces it to use more gas when it has debris funneling through the engine, forcing it to use more gas and reduce mileage in your new Cadillac.
5. Keep Weight off of Your Cadillac
When you add significant weight to your Cadillac model and haul it around regularly, your engine readjusts its fuel needs to match this new weight. With additional weight comes the need to burn through more gas, further reducing your mileage as opposed to increasing it. Only carry this additional weight when you are transporting from point A to point B. Do not use your Cadillac as a storage center.
6. Maintain all Maintenance Services
As you add more miles to your Cadillac, you can get better fuel efficiency and more miles in general when you maintain the maintenance services required by the manufacturer. The aforementioned services are just a start, but there are other maintenance services to consider:
- 30,000 miles service inspection
- 60,000 miles service inspection
- 90,000 miles service inspection
These maintenance services reviews and inspect various operations in your Cadillac, making sure that all the correct fluids are topped off and replace any hoses or parts that have caused leaks or stress on the engine that requires additional gas.
Is It Time to Service Your Cadillac?
If your engine remains stressed for long periods of time, then you may lose some of its performance and getting the most mileage out of your new or preowned Cadillac. If you are in need of service, give Sunset Cadillac of Bradenton a call today at (941)-782-9491. Feel free to schedule your service online also if that is more convenient. Our service center is opened six days a week for your convenience.
