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Cadillac 2011 CTS COUPE User Manual

Cadillac 2011 CTS COUPE
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Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2011
2011 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-46
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-54
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-16
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-26
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-38
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-41
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-43
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-59

Table of Contents

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Cadillac 2011 CTS COUPE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCadillac
Model2011 CTS COUPE
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's instrument panel layout and controls.

Initial Drive Information

Guidance for new drivers on essential vehicle features and operation.

Vehicle Features

Details on various vehicle features including audio, cruise control, and navigation.

Performance and Maintenance

Information on vehicle performance systems and essential maintenance procedures.

Keys, Doors and Windows

Keys and Locks

Information on key access, remote keyless entry, and door lock operation.

Doors

Details on trunk, liftgate operation, and door lock mechanisms.

Vehicle Security

Covers anti-theft alarm systems, immobilizer operation, and tamper detection.

Exterior Mirrors

Instructions for adjusting convex, power, folding, and heated exterior mirrors.

Interior Mirrors

Information on the automatic dimming rearview mirror and its features.

Windows

Details on power windows, express features, and anti-pinch override.

Roof

Information on sunroof and sunshade operation and features.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Guidance on adjusting head restraints for proper safety and injury prevention.

Front Seats

Instructions for adjusting front seats, including power and manual seat controls.

Rear Seats

Procedures for folding rear seatbacks for access to the trunk.

Safety Belts

Comprehensive guide on proper safety belt usage and its importance.

Airbag System

Details on airbag types, locations, deployment, and safety precautions.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for securing children, including rear-facing seats and booster seats.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Locations and operation of various storage areas like glove box and console.

Additional Storage Features

Information on cargo cover, management systems, and cargo nets for added storage.

Roof Rack System

Instructions for installing and using the roof rack system for cargo.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Details on steering wheel adjustment, audio controls, horn, and wipers.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument cluster.

Information Displays

Overview of the Driver Information Center (DIC) and its operation and displays.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Operation of exterior lamps, including auto headlamps and fog lamps.

Interior Lighting

Information on instrument panel illumination and reading lamps.

Lighting Features

Details on entry/exit lighting, parade dimming, and battery protection.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Overview of the audio and non-audio system features for driver familiarity.

Navigation System

Information on using the navigation system and its features.

Theft-Deterrent Feature

Explanation of the TheftLock® system designed to discourage radio theft.

Operation

Guide to operating the vehicle's radio and audio system controls.

Radio

Details on AM-FM radio, seeking stations, and storing favorites.

Audio Players

Instructions for using CD, DVD, MP3, HDD, and auxiliary devices.

Phone

Information on Bluetooth pairing, voice recognition, and phone controls.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Overview of the dual automatic climate control system and its functions.

Air Vents

Instructions on using air outlets and thumbwheels to direct airflow.

Maintenance

Guidance on passenger compartment air filter inspection and replacement.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Tips on defensive driving, drunk driving, and general vehicle control.

Starting and Operating

Procedures for new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting the engine.

Engine Exhaust

Information on engine exhaust, carbon monoxide hazards, and parking safety.

Automatic Transmission

Details on operating the automatic transmission and manual mode (DSC).

Manual Transmission

Instructions for operating the manual transmission and shift speeds.

Drive Systems

Explanation of All-Wheel Drive and its operation.

Brakes

Information on the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and brake system warning light.

Ride Control Systems

Details on Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak® System.

Cruise Control

Instructions on setting, increasing, reducing, and ending cruise control.

Object Detection Systems

Information on Ultrasonic Parking Assist and Rear Vision Camera (RVC).

Vehicle Care

General Information

Guidance on obtaining service, parts, and GM accessories.

Vehicle Checks

Instructions for performing basic vehicle checks and self-service tasks.

Headlamp Aiming

Procedure for adjusting headlamp vertical aim for optimal road illumination.

Bulb Replacement

Guidance on replacing halogen and HID headlamp bulbs.

Electrical System

Information on electrical system overload, fuses, circuit breakers, and wiring.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of maintenance for vehicle condition, fuel economy, and emissions.

Scheduled Maintenance

Guidelines for routine maintenance, including oil changes and tire rotation.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Specifications for engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and other essential fluids.

Maintenance Records

A log to record dates, odometer readings, and services performed.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Locating the VIN and understanding engine and service parts identification labels.

Vehicle Data

Approximate capacities and specifications for various vehicle systems.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)

Steps for resolving concerns with dealership or GM if issues remain unresolved.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report vehicle defects to U.S. and Canadian government agencies and GM.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle performance data recording and privacy policies.

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