Representative photoWheel alignment for a 2005 Cadillac STS
Wheel alignment for the 2005 Cadillac STS: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 13.1 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Body
- Midsize Cars
- Length
- 4.99 m
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2005 Cadillac STS for wheel alignment
- Body: midsize cars (EPA size class).
2005 Cadillac STS: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.6 L | 4.6 L | 4.6 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 15 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 23 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 | 22 | 20 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,700 | US$4,550 | US$4,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,062 | $4,586 | $4,830 |
| Dimension | Sts V8 4dr Sedan Awd |
|---|---|
| Length | 4.99 m (196 in) |
| Width | 1.84 m (72 in) |
| Height | 1.46 m (57 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.95 m (116 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,919 kg (4,231 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2005 Cadillac STS
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 101 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (23), power train (22) and engine (12). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07V589000 | 2007-12-20 | power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR AXLE PINION SEAL DOES NOT MEET ALL OF THE SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY EXPERIENCE A FLUID LEAK. |
| 06V125000 | 2006-04-20 | suspension:rear | CERTAIN VEHICLES HAVE A LEFT OR RIGHT REAR SUSPENSION TOE LINK THAT COULD SEPARATE BECAUSE OF AN INCORRECT WELD. |
| 06V020000 | 2006-01-25 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery | CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V6 ENGINES MAY HAVE A CONDITION WHERE FUEL IS NO LONGER SUPPLIED TO THE ENGINE. THIS CONDITION OCCURS WITHOUT THE ILLUMINATION OF THE FUEL LEVEL LOW INDICATOR LIGHT OR THE WARNING CHIME. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Arranging the work for the STS
Searching for wheel alignment for the 2005 Cadillac STS? CarmaCars does not do this work itself; we arrange it with a trusted shop. An alignment keeps the car driving straight and the tires wearing evenly.
Details the shop needs
Your owner's manual lists the maintenance schedule for the STS. Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. The shop sets its own price and time after it sees the car. It is powered by the 3.6L 6-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive.
What we arrange
Send a request with the car and what it needs; a person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one. Your request goes to a person, who arranges a trusted shop or gives you its name. We do not set the shop's price or promise a date.
Driving while yours is at the shop
A rental from us keeps you moving while the shop has your car. Add a rental to the same request as the repair. Pick it up from us for free, or have it brought to you.
Good habits for your car
Keep an emergency kit in the trunk in winter. Switch to winter tires before the first snow, and back in spring. Wash the underside of the car in winter to clear road salt.
Questions to ask the shop
Ask what warranty the shop gives on its parts and labour. If the car must stay overnight, ask where it will be kept. Ask whether anything else is close to needing attention, and how soon.
Get an offer
Start with the car, the job and your location.
Request wheel alignment
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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We have no car while yours is in on the site right now. Request one and we look for it for your dates, or take a similar car that is available now.
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