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I could tell you that I will put one together, but I would be lying. We just don't have the time. However, if you guys want to post links to worthwhile write-ups, instructions, do-it-yourselfs, etc, I will index them in the first post of this thread as you add them.

Engine, Drivetrain and Mechanicals:

Timing Chain Recall Thread: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...sion/222387-2008-cts-timing-chain-recall.html

AWD differential binding during turns: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...70-awd-shudder-during-sharp-turns-please.html

3.6 Non-DI Spark Plug Change: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...ssion/252622-how-change-your-spark-plugs.html

Steering vibration thread: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...ave-we-solved-steering-vibration-freeway.html

Trans Fluid Change: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...s-transmission-fluid-change.html#post16051265

Front diff fluid change: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...sion/331066-diy-front-diff-pic-pic-fluid.html

Rear diff fluid change: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...iscussion/331058-diy-rear-diff-w-lsd-pic.html

Note: According to this post, the Slip Lock Differential Additive is only needed for cars with the limited slip differential. To determine whether or not your car has the limited slip differential, check your RPO sticker for code "G80". Note that the diff change procedure above is for an '08 and the code for the limited slip differential is for an '09. It probably hasnt changed but just in case...​

Transfer case fluid drain fill procedure: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...2793-need-transfer-case-fluid-drain-fill.html

DIY replacement of the input/output shaft: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...-another-awd-stripped-input-output-shaft.html

Drainage of the AC Evap: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...255800-help-need-service-techs-advice-my.html


Entertainment, Navigation, etc:

Bluetooth add on How-to and information: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...iscussion/187314-2008-gen-7-gen-8-onstar.html

Bose 5.1 Surround Sound information: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...ion/230478-bose-5-1-cabin-surround-sound.html


Interior:

Mold removal + Cabin filter change: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...n/324353-diy-moldy-c-smell-removal-cabin.html

Sunroof Water Leaks: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...n/241035-water-leak-passenger-floor-area.html

Seat Belt Pilling/fraying: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...scussion/229908-seat-belt-pilling-solved.html

Re-indexing windows to fix auto-express windows: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...-passenger-window-express-up-not-working.html

Rear Deck Rattle Fix: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...y-detailed-description-rear-deck-removal.html


Exterior:

Wagon taillight fix: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...cubed3rs-wagon-taillight-fix-easy-hidden.html

Gen 2 CTS to CTS-V Front & Rear Bumper swap: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...nce-mods/244236-cts-v-bumpers-08-cts-how.html

Backup Camera Install: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...2619-how-install-rear-view-backup-camera.html

Heated washer fluid system replacement with AT37GM: http://www.alphathermusa.com/GM-cars-unit-placement.html


General Information:

Owner's Manual Thread: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...scussion/224106-owner-manuals-pdf-format.html


Performance Mods:

Aftermarket Lowering Spring Installation: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...-diy-how-install-lowering-springs-eibach.html
 
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Re: ******CTS FAQ, DIY thread******

Here are some posts; none of which I can take credit for writing but they may help others out there. Let's all try to get some more info into this thread; hopefully if we can get some good info in here it will be re-posted as a sticky and help a lot of other people out:

Bluetooth add on How-to and information:
http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...iscussion/187314-2008-gen-7-gen-8-onstar.html

Seat Belt Pilling/fraying:
http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...scussion/229908-seat-belt-pilling-solved.html

Heated washer fluid system replacement with AT37GM:
http://www.alphathermusa.com/GM-cars-unit-placement.html
 
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Re: ******CTS FAQ, DIY thread******

the oil change rwd and awd threads could be included here to keep only one sticky
title it "FAQ: how do do you own oil change and more!" or something like that...
 
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Re: ******CTS FAQ, DIY thread******

you can get owners manuals and nav manuals (and sometimes more) at the GM Owner Center

and for cars only a year or two old it's right on the cadillac website ... not need to sign up for the owner center
 
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