Jump Starting a Vehicle
At some point in time, vehicle owners endure the frustration of a dead battery. However, in most instances, the battery can be revived by being using the power from another vehicle. The front of the other vehicle needs to be as close as possible to the front of your vehicle. Nose to nose parking is recommended. Both engines need to be turned off and the transmissions in the park position. Put the positive end of the battery jumper cable on the positive post of the dead battery. Apply the other positive end to the positive post of the other vehicle. Repeat the process with the negative cable ends. Start the engine of the vehicle having a good battery. Let the vehicle run for a couple of minutes. Try to restart the vehicle with the dead battery. Remove the cables. If unsuccessful after three tries, contact one of our Landmark Cadillac technicians.
Safely Removing Vehicle Badges
Here at Landmark Cadillac, we want to help all of our customers in any way possible. If you’re planning on customizing a vehicle, we would hate to see it accidentally damaged. We’ve prepared some handy tips to help you to safely remove badges from your vehicle. First, find out how the badging is attached to your vehicle. If clips or rivets are used, you may need to do some minor bodywork afterwards. If an adhesive is used, hot water and a glue remover should do the trick. A hair dryer can also be used to warm up and loosen the adhesive. Once loosened, carefully remove the badges with a plastic wedge, a credit card or dental floss. After removing any remaining adhesive, you’ll want to thoroughly wash the area. Use a coat of wax to finish. For repair or service work, please pay us a visit at Landmark Cadillac.
What Should You Have In Your Roadside Safety Kit?
Nobody wants to think about an emergency happening to them while they are driving. But unfortunately, things do happen. The best way to deal with any emergencies while driving is to be prepared beforehand! And your friends from Landmark Cadillac are here with some tips on what you should have in your roadside safety kit. The most important part of your emergency roadside assistance kit should be jumper cables. You can use this for both yourself or someone else, in case of a vehicle battery dying. As long as you have jumper cables and an extra vehicle available, you should be able to jump-start the battery. Another important tool to have in your kit is a flashlight. In case you would happen to break down in a dark area with low visibility, a flashlight will increase your sense of safety. If you have broken down recently, make sure to get your vehicle to the dealership to have it checked out.
The Cadillac CTS features a lean design with plenty of unique add-ons that only add to its performance. The HID headlights come with adaptive forward lighting features that adjust with the steering wheel so that you get the best visibility no matter where you are. The grille not only looks impressive, but it also comes equipped with grille shutters that open and close as you drive for the best aerodynamic ride. In the back of the car, there are rear spoilers, including a 48 LED brake lamp in the center. The lamp helps to control air flow, stir up some downforce, and punctuate as the car departs. Every design element part of the Cadillac CTS’ exterior package has a purpose in ensuring the car helps you achieve the best and safest ride possible. Be sure to stop by Landmark CADILLAC to see for yourself how all of these impressive designs look in real life.
Are you looking for a vehicle that is large enough to hold not only your children but also all of their friends? Are you trying to find a vehicle that can do that and keep everyone safe? The Cadillac Escalade is a popular luxury large SUV that has been set up with safety features to look out for everyone. Are you someone who can get a little distracted while you are driving and who needs help staying in the lane where you are supposed to be? The Cadillac Escalade has technology available that will keep you in your lane and warn you when you are about to drift out of it.
There are many hazards on the road and you want to avoid all of them if you can. There is available help that you can get with the Cadillac Escalade that will warn you when there is something on the road before you and help you stay safe.
When a smaller luxury car packed with all the features of an authentic Cadillac driving experience meets your requirements for memorable and pleasurable driving, the Cadillac ATS Sedan is here in Springfield to fulfill the desires of discerning drivers. Starting at $46,995, this Cadillac includes top-notch performance features making this luxury vehicle a distinctive find. Magnetic ride control means that the Cadillac ATS Sedan reads variables of any driving surface about 1,000 times every second providing an amazing amount of control. Adjusting to road surfaces is the specialty of magnetic ride control. It creates an exceptionally smooth ride with any driving style. Another feature providing outstanding performance is all-wheel drive. This gives you confidence that your ride will remain stable and enjoyable under all conditions. But, you’d have to drive it for yourself at Landmark Cadillac to truly appreciate the nuances.
Are you searching for a luxury vehicle that feels like a luxury vehicle and that offers you many different technology features? The team at Landmark Cadillac may have found just what you are seeking with the Cadillac CT6 Sedan. This popular full-size luxury sedan is the type of vehicle that was carefully designed to feature the best technology features. Whether driving about in Springfield or on a long trip, you will appreciate you will appreciate the opportunity to outfit your Cadillac CT6 Sedan with a special audio system. There is an available audio system for this car that features over thirty speakers. If you travel with passengers often, you will love the way that the Cadillac CT6 Sedan helps you keep them entertained. This vehicle features the option for a special, advanced infotainment center that is set up for those passengers who are riding on the rear seat of the vehicle.
Why Winter Wiper Blades are Important
When driving in the winter time, it’s important to always have a windshield clear of snow, ice or slush because each of these things can make driving dangerous. The professionals at Landmark Cadillac want you to be safe while driving in the winter and would like to show you their selection of winter wiper blades and winter accessories. Many people don’t realize that all windshield wipers are not created equal. While conventional windshield wipers will handle rain, they tend to allow snow and ice to clog up, which results in streaks on the windshield. Drivers who are driving in winter conditions should consider using winter wiper blades because they have a heavy outer coating, which prevents streaking and clogging. Give us a call or stop in at our Springfield showroom and check out some winter wiper blades or allow us to schedule your vehicle for some winter service maintenance.
Demystifying The Blind Spot Monitor
It’s not commonly known, but a blind spot monitor saves lives. The monitor essentially watches your back and side as you drive, helping you avoid collisions. How exactly does your blind spot monitor work? It’s a common question we often get here at Landmark Cadillac. Blind Spot Monitor 101 “Blind spot monitor” refers to a safety system of sensors and/or cameras embedded on the outside of your vehicle. The system bounces waves of sound off of vehicles around your car, tracking their motion and position. The system tells you when there is a vehicle in your blind spot before you change lanes or before you make a turn. Blind Spot Monitors Are SuperheroesFew components of collision-avoidance and safety tech can boast such statistics: According to the IIHS, blind spot monitors and lane departure warning systems prevented nearly 85,000 crashes and crash-related injuries in the year 2015. Our team in Springfield encourage you to consider adding this system if your car doesn’t already have it.
Cadillac models have always been sophisticated, but the Cadillac CTS offers something more. With its sporty performance complementing its regal design, this Cadillac sedan is more than just a stylish driving option: it is a force to be reckoned with on the road.
Whether you have never bought a Cadillac vehicle before, or even if you swear by their capabilities on the road, these vehicles have a reputation that precedes them. That is why so many drivers are drawn to them: they are known for delivering stylish, comfortable, and unique experiences on the road that cannot be rivaled.
While underneath the hood the Cadillac CTS delivers power and efficiency, behind the wheel you get all of the luxury you expect. Gorgeous seat design, easily accessible features, and plenty of interior space for passengers and cargo are just a few of the benefits you can expect from this vehicle!
If you would like to learn more about the Cadillac CTS, or if you have any questions about the performance benefits it offers on the road, please feel free to visit us at Landmark Cadillac in Springfield, IL. Our team would be happy to help you schedule a test drive with your preferred driving option on our lot!
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