What transmission is used in the Cadillac XT4?

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The transmission in the Cadillac XT4 is independently developed and produced by General Motors. SAIC General Motors Co., Ltd., established on June 12, 1997, is a joint venture between SAIC Motor Corporation Limited and General Motors Company. It has four major production bases: Pudong Jinqiao, Yantai Dongyue, Shenyang Beisheng, and Wuhan Branch, comprising four vehicle assembly plants and two powertrain plants, making it one of the significant enterprises in China's automotive industry. The Cadillac XT4 utilizes a 9-speed automatic manual transmission, which features eight forward gears. Essentially, an automatic manual transmission is a traditional AT or CVT transmission with added manual shifting capability. The purpose of this transmission is to enhance the driving pleasure of automatic vehicles. When using the Cadillac XT4's transmission in daily driving, the following points should be noted: Do not delay changing the transmission oil for extended periods. Although many models now feature maintenance-free transmission oil, 'maintenance-free' does not mean it never needs replacement. Prolonged failure to change the transmission oil can damage internal components such as bearings and the housing. Avoid coasting in neutral for long durations. While many experienced drivers coast in neutral when driving manual transmission vehicles, doing so in an automatic transmission can cause overheating. Additionally, shifting back into Drive (D) mode may result in a noticeable jolt. Never shift into Drive (D) or Reverse (R) before the vehicle comes to a complete stop. Many drivers attempt to showcase 'smooth' operation by shifting into reverse while the vehicle is still moving, which can severely damage the transmission gears and, over time, lead to gear grinding and other failures. Avoid frequently climbing steep slopes in Drive (D) mode. Automatic transmission vehicles often overheat under high loads or shift prematurely, leading to insufficient power when climbing steep slopes. In such cases, using manual mode to lock in lower gears or switching to sport mode can help protect the transmission. Do not tow the vehicle over long distances. If an automatic transmission vehicle breaks down, it should be transported using a flatbed tow truck with the transmission in Neutral (N). Using a tow rope or towing the vehicle directly is not recommended.