Catless DP and Cat delete
i just installed a catless downpipe and deleted the secondary cat. along with my custom magnaflow exhaust, the sound is really epic. im also running the trifecta tune and so far my CEL has not come on....
View ArticleCabin Air Filter
Was looking at some Cadillac accessories and found this. According to the text, apparently it's a better filter. Anyone use this before? I notice that when I get behind a diesel vehicle, it comes...
View ArticleATS Needs New Pistons...
Dropped it off last night, just heard back from service: Cylinder 1 came back with 70psi. 2-4 were 120-140 for comparison. They are ordering parts today. No ETA on when it will be finished, might be...
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BWoody Performance ATS Rear Sway Bar End Links - 2.0 Revised Design is now...
Hello Folks, You may of seen my prior posts on the BWoody rear sway bar end links for our ATS'. Some of you expressed concern over the installation and potential of having to redrill. Well Mike and the...
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2014 ATS 2.0T cracked piston, with pics.
So I've been hesitant to post all this until I had all the info in front of me, to give you some insight I'm a master certified GM/Ford tech for the last 11 years, I own a small repair/tuning shop here...
View ArticleLoss of power 2.0T
I am driving the other day and my car is feeling like it has no turbo..... I push accelerator to floor and engine barely revs to 4000rpm - felt like I was driving what I imagine a Prius would feel...
View ArticleRattling noise (timing set/Tensioner) possible
So just brought my car into the dealer well recently my car has been making a very noticeable noise from the timing area of the engine. I know there has been tensioner issues on the 3.6l engine but has...
View ArticleHomelink Install
Anyone added Homelink to a base model ATS? Did a few searches and really didn't find anything ATS specific. Is just Plug and Play. IE - Remove the old console and install the new with Homelink?
View ArticleFor those driving with left elbow on door
My car is 10 months old, 12 000 miles. I noticed this summer a faded patch on the black tream of the top of the door where your can rest your arm or elbow. I tried to clean it, put some amor all, but...
View ArticleConvert Non-Cue to Cue: Feasability, Involvement, Cost?
I have a 2013 ATS non-CUE set up. I wanted to get more information about possibly converting to a CUE system. Questions are: Is it feasible? What is involved? What is the cost? Issues doing this? Much...
View Article2013 Cadillac ATS Suspension problem?
Hi, I bought a used Cadillac ATS 2.5L Luxury 2-3 months ago from a Cadillac dealership bought extended warranty just in case. Recently went into woodland hills Cadillac dealership for a maintenance and...
View Article2015 bumper and grill on 13?
Does anyone know if a 2015 bumper and grille would fit a 2013? or is the fenders headlights, hood etc are all different? Just curios to know if it would fit.
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New header
Thanks for the header Trent at TRS-Fabrication for the amazing work and now the build begins. Can't wait for intercooler! Attachment 260114 Attached Images image-497371256.jpg (297.0 KB)
View ArticleAny chance the new cts/ats keyfob works for a 2013 ATS?
I have a 2013 ATS that i bought used and it only came with one key fob. Any one know if the 2015 key fob ats(looks like the 2014 cts key fob) can be programmed to the 2013? Thanks, Andrew
View ArticleInterior LED Upgrade
I got it all but the rear seat bulbs upgraded. What is the secret to getting the bulb holder out. Because it has a switch it does not pop out like the others. I took the handle off but the light still...
View Article2.0 Oil Change
I thought that I'd asked this already but I cannot find it anywhere: Does anyone have tips on removing cover/access engine oil drain plug and filter? I have no idea what to expect yet. Appreciate the...
View ArticleWeight Balance Challenge 2.0T RWD 6MT
I have a base 2.0T RWD 6MT. I'm doing a scale challenge this weekend and wanted to know if anyone knew the magic number for gas to get the weight balance perfect. Has anyone put the ATS on the scales...
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Got a little closer to 11s, ran out of time. :(
I went back to the track on the same tune and got a little better launch putting down a 12.06 just under 111 mph. Unfortunately the track closed early due to cold temps and they are done for the year....
View Article2.0 T oil use
I have a 2013 AWD 2.0T. I have 40,000 km on it. I have never had to add oil and I check it once a month to 6 weeks. I was going to check it this week. I had an add oil warning yesterday, check it and...
View ArticleHow much exhaust gas from oil cap is normal? Piston blow-by issue?
With the engine running and the oil cap off, how much (if any) exhaust gas should you feel if you hold your hand over the oil cap opening on the 2.0T engine? I feel a puffing that is almost as strong...
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