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Power
Reclining
Seatbacks
If
your
seats
have
power
reclining
seatbacks,
use
the
vertical
power
seat
control
located
on
the
outboard
side
of
each
seat.
•
To
recline
the
seatback,
press
the
control
toward
the
rear
of
the
vehicle.
•
To
raise
the
seatback,
press
the
control
toward
the
front
of
the
vehicle.
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Table of Contents
Section 2 Features and Controls
77
Default Chapter
2
How to Use this Manual
2
Vehicle Symbols
4
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Front Seats
8
Manual Seats
8
Power Lumbar
9
Power Seats
9
Reclining Seatbacks
11
Head Restraints
14
Rear Seats
15
Split Folding Rear Seat
15
Safety Belts
17
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
17
Why Safety Belts Work
18
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
21
Driver Position
22
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
22
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
28
Rear Seat Passengers
29
Right Front Passenger Position
29
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
32
Safety Belt Extender
35
Safety Belt Pretensioners
35
Child Restraints
36
Older Children
36
Infants and Young Children
38
Child Restraint Systems
42
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
45
Where to Put the Restraint
46
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (Latch)
47
Top Tether Anchor
48
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
51
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
54
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
56
Airbag System
60
Where Are the Airbags
62
When Should an Airbag Inflate
65
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
67
How Does an Airbag Restrain
67
Passenger Sensing System
69
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
73
Checking the Restraint Systems
75
Restraint System Check
75
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
76
Table of Contents
77
Features and Controls
77
Keys
79
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
81
Matching Transmitter(S) to Your Vehicle
82
Battery Replacement
83
Doors and Locks
84
Door Locks
84
Central Door Unlocking System
85
Power Door Locks
85
Delayed Locking
85
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
86
Rear Door Security Locks
86
Lockout Protection
87
Trunk
88
Trunk Lock Release
88
Windows
90
Power Windows
91
Programming the Power Windows
92
Sun Visors
94
Theft-Deterrent Systems
94
Theft-Deterrent System
94
Testing the Alarm
95
Immobilizer
96
Immobilizer Operation
96
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
98
New Vehicle Break-In
98
Ignition Positions
98
Manual Transmission
99
Automatic Transmission
100
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
100
Starting the Engine
101
Automatic Transmission Operation
101
Manual Transmission Operation
101
Engine Coolant Heater
102
Parking Brake
109
Shifting into Park (P)
110
(Automatic Transmission)
110
Shifting out of Park (P)
112
(Automatic Transmission)
112
Parking Your Vehicle
112
(Manual Transmission)
112
Parking over Things that Burn
113
Engine Exhaust
113
Running the Engine While Parked
114
Mirrors
115
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Onstar
115
With Onstar
115
And Compass
115
Compass Calibration
116
Outside Power Mirrors
118
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror
118
Outside Convex Mirror
119
Outside Heated Mirrors
119
Onstar System
119
Onstar Services
120
Universal Home Remote System
121
Universal Home Remote System Operation
122
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming
124
Storage Areas
125
Glove Box
125
Cupholder(S)
125
Center Console Storage Area (CTS Only)
125
Map Pocket
125
Roof Rack
126
Convenience Net
126
Sunroof
127
Vehicle Personalization
128
Memory Seat and Mirrors
128
Section 3 Instrument Panel
131
Instrument Panel Overview
134
Hazard Warning Flashers
136
Other Warning Devices
136
Horn
136
Tilt Wheel
136
Reconfigurable Steering Wheel
137
Controls (SWC) (CTS)
137
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
139
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
139
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
140
Flash-To-Pass
140
Windshield Wipers
141
Windshield Washer
142
Headlamp Washer
142
Cruise Control
143
Resuming a Set Speed
144
Setting Cruise Control
144
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
145
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
145
Headlamps
146
Wiper Activated Headlamps
147
Headlamps on Reminder
147
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
147
Light Sensor
149
Fog Lamps
149
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
150
Instrument Panel Brightness
150
Entry Lighting
151
Parade Dimming
151
Reading Lamps
151
Accessory Power Outlet(S)
151
Ashtray(S) and Cigarette Lighter
152
Climate Controls
153
Cigarette Lighter
153
Dual Climate Control System
153
Manual Operation
154
Rear Window Defogger
157
Outlet Adjustment
158
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
159
Steering Wheel Climate Controls (CTS)
160
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
160
Instrument Panel Cluster
161
Speedometer and Odometer
163
Trip Odometers
163
Tachometer
163
Engine Speed Limiter
163
Safety Belt Reminder Light
164
Airbag Readiness Light
164
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
165
Charging System Light
167
Brake System Warning Light
168
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
169
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light
169
Engine Coolant Temperature
170
Warning Light (CTS)
170
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
170
Tire Pressure Light (CTS-V Only)
171
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
171
If the Light Is Flashing
172
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
173
If the Light Is on Steady
173
Maintenance Schedule
174
Oil Pressure Light
174
Sport Mode Light
175
Transmission/Cts)
175
Security Light
175
Fog Lamp Light
175
Lights on Reminder
175
Cruise Control Light
176
Highbeam on Light
176
Fuel Gage
176
Message Center
177
Message Center (CTS-V)
177
Coolant Temperature
178
Transmission Fluid Hot Message
180
Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message
180
Check Engine Oil Pressure Message
181
Oil Temperature Warning Message
181
Tire Pressure Warning Message
182
One-To-Four Shift Message
182
Driver Information Center (DIC)
183
System Controls
183
Vehicle Information Menu
184
Status of Vehicle Systems
184
DIC Main Menu
187
DIC Main Menu Item Descriptions
188
DIC Warnings and Messages
191
Battery Voltage Low
192
Buckle Passenger
192
Change Engine Oil
193
Check Brake Fluid
193
Check Coolant Level
193
Check Gas Cap
193
Check Tire Pressure
194
Check Washer Fluid
194
Driver Door Ajar
194
Engine Power Reduced
195
Fuel Level Low
195
Ice Possible
196
Left Rear Door Ajar
196
Passenger Door Ajar
196
Right Rear Door Ajar
196
Service Air Bag
196
Service Charging System
197
Service Electrical System
197
Service Fuel System
197
Service Idle Control
197
Service Steering System
197
Service Theft System
197
Service Tire Monitor System
198
Service Transmission
198
Service Vehicle Soon
198
Trunk Open
199
DIC Vehicle Personalization
200
Personalization Features
201
Automatic Transmission Only
208
Delayed Locking
210
Audio System(S)
213
Setting the Time
215
Radio with CD
215
Playing the Radio
217
Setting Preset Stations
218
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
220
Using Dsp
221
Rds Messages
222
Radio Message
223
Rds and XM
223
Using the Single CD Player
226
Using the Six-Disc CD Changer
227
Navigation/Radio System
231
Theft-Deterrent Feature
231
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (CTS)
232
Radio Reception
232
Care of Your Cds
233
Care of the CD Player
234
Diversity Antenna System
234
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
234
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
235
Driving Your Vehicle
235
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
236
Defensive Driving
236
Drunken Driving
237
Control of a Vehicle
240
Braking
240
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
241
Braking in Emergencies
243
Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS)
243
Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V)
244
Competitive Driving Mode (CTS-V)
246
Limited-Slip Rear Axle
246
Stabilitrak System
246
Power Steering
247
Panic Brake Assist
247
Steering
247
Steering Tips
248
Steering in Emergencies
249
Off-Road Recovery
250
Passing
250
Loss of Control
251
Competitive Driving
252
Driving at Night
253
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
254
Driving through Deep Standing Water
255
Driving through Flowing Water
255
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
255
City Driving
256
Freeway Driving
257
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
258
Highway Hypnosis
259
Hill and Mountain Roads
259
Winter Driving
261
Driving on Snow or Ice
262
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
263
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow
265
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
266
Loading Your Vehicle
266
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
267
Towing
271
Towing Your Vehicle
271
Recreational Vehicle Towing
271
Dinghy Towing
272
Towing a Trailer
273
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
275
Service and Appearance Care
275
Service
277
Accessories and Modifications
277
California Proposition 65 Warning
277
Doing Your Own Service Work
278
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
279
Fuel
279
Gasoline Octane
279
Gasoline Specifications
280
California Fuel
280
Additives
280
Fuels in Foreign Countries
281
Filling the Tank
282
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
284
Checking Things under the Hood
284
Hood Release
285
Engine Compartment Overview
286
Engine Oil
290
When to Add Engine Oil
291
Engine Oil Additives
293
Engine Oil Life System
294
Base Audio System
294
Navigation System
295
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
295
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
296
Automatic Transmission Fluid
297
Manual Transmission Fluid
298
Hydraulic Clutch
299
Engine Coolant
300
What to Use
300
Checking Coolant
301
Adding Coolant
302
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
302
Engine Overheating
302
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
303
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
303
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
304
Cooling System
305
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
307
Power Steering Fluid
310
Windshield Washer Fluid
311
Adding Washer Fluid
311
Brakes
312
Brake Adjustment
314
Battery
315
Replacing Brake System Parts
315
Jump Starting
316
Rear Axle
322
Headlamp Aiming
323
Bulb Replacement
326
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
326
Halogen Bulbs
326
Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps
327
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps
327
Back-Up and License Plate Lamps
328
Replacement Bulbs
329
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
329
Tires
331
Winter Tires
332
Tire Sidewall Labeling
332
Tire Size
335
Tire Terminology and Definitions
335
Run-Flat Tires (CTS-V)
338
Inflation - Tire Pressure
339
How to Check
340
Tire Pressure Monitor System
342
Tire Inspection and Rotation
345
When It Is Time for New Tires
346
Buying New Tires
347
Different Size Tires and Wheels
349
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
349
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
351
Wheel Replacement
351
Tire Chains
352
Lifting Your Vehicle (CTS-V)
353
Lifting from the Front
354
Lifting from the Rear
355
If a Tire Goes Flat
356
Changing a Flat Tire (CTS Only)
358
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools (CTS Only)
359
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire (CTS Only)
361
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (CTS Only)
367
Compact Spare Tire (CTS Only)
368
Appearance Care
368
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
368
Fabric/Carpet
370
Leather
370
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
371
Wood Panels
371
Speaker Covers
371
Care of Safety Belts
371
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
372
Finish Care
372
Washing Your Vehicle
372
Weatherstrips
372
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
373
Windshield and Wiper Blades
373
Sheet Metal Damage
374
Tires
374
Chemical Paint Spotting
375
Finish Damage
375
Underbody Maintenance
375
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
376
Vehicle Identification
377
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
377
Service Parts Identification Label
377
Electrical System
378
Add-On Electrical Equipment
378
Windshield Wiper Fuses
378
Power Windows and Other
378
Power Options
378
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
378
Underhood Fuse Block
379
Rear Underseat Fuse Block
383
Capacities and Specifications
389
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
391
Introduction
392
Maintenance Requirements
392
Maintenance Schedule
392
Your Vehicle and the Environment
392
Using the Maintenance Schedule
393
Scheduled Maintenance
394
Additional Required Services
396
Maintenance Footnotes
398
Owner Checks and Services
399
At each Fuel Fill
400
At Least Once a Month
400
At Least Once a Year
401
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
402
Underbody Flushing Service
402
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
403
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
405
Engine Drive Belt Routing (CTS-V)
406
Maintenance Record
407
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information
411
Customer Assistance and Information
411
Customer Assistance and Information
412
Online Owner Center
414
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
415
Customer Assistance Offices
415
P.O. Box
415
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
417
Roadside Service
417
Cadillac Owner Privileges
418
Reaching Roadside Service
418
Roadside Service Availability
418
Courtesy Transportation
419
Scheduling Service Appointments
419
Transportation Options
419
Additional Program Information
420
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders
421
Collision Damage Repair
422
Repair Facility
422
Insuring Your Vehicle
423
Reporting Safety Defects
425
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
425
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
425
Service Manuals
426
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
426
Service Publications Ordering Information
426
Current and Past Model Order Forms
427
Service Bulletins
427
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Model
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Category
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Language
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