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Cadillac CTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6081492) - 2014 - CRC 1st Edition - 7/2/13

1-2 In Brief

Instrument Panel

Table of Contents

Table of Contents1
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions4
Symbols4
Table of Contents7
Overview7
Instrument Panel8
Instrument Panel9
- Initial Drive Information10
- Starting the Engine10
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System10
- Canceling a Remote Start11
Remote Vehicle Start11
Door Locks11
Power Door Locks12
Trunk12
Windows12
Power Seats13
Seat Adjustment13
- Reclining Seatbacks14
- Memory Features14
- Heated and Ventilated Seats14
- Head Restraint Adjustment15
Safety Belts15
- Mirror Adjustment16
- System16
- Steering Wheel Adjustment17
- Interior Lighting17
- Power Tilt and Telescoping Wheel17
- Dome Lamps17
- Exterior Lighting18
- Reading Lamps18
Windshield Wiper/Washer19
Climate Touch Screen Controls20
Climate Controls20
Vehicle Features21
Steering Wheel Controls21
- Cruise Control21
Infotainment System21
- Driver Information Center (DIC)22
- System22
- Alert (SBZA)23
  - Automatic Parking Assist (APA)23
  - Rear Vision Camera (RVC)23
- System23
- Warning (LDW)23
- Power Outlets24
- Universal Remote System24
Sunroof24
- Performance and Maintenance25
- Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control25
- Resetting the Oil Life System26
- Stability Control26
Tire Pressure Monitor26
Engine Oil Life System26
- Driving for Better Fuel Economy27
- Onstar ®28
Roadside Service28
- Keys, Doors, and Windows29
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation30
- Keyless Access Operation32
- Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door32
- Keyless Trunk Opening33
- Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Passenger Door33
- Passive Locking33
- Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle33
- Programming Without a Recognized Transmitter34
- Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery35
- Battery Replacement (Transmitter)36
- Remote Vehicle Start Operation37
- Conditions in Which Remote Start will Not Work38
- Door Locks Operation38
- Extending Engine Run Time38
- Key Cylinder Access39
- Keyless Access39
- Delayed Locking40
- Automatic Door Locks41
- Lockout Protection41
- Safety Lock41
- Trunk - Safety Warning42
- Emergency Trunk Release Handle43
- Rear Seat Pass-Through43
- Trunk Release43
- Arming the Alarm System44
- Vehicle Alarm System44
- Vehicle Security44
- Disarming the Alarm System45
- How to Detect a Tamper Condition45
- Power Sounder and Inclination Sensor45
- Immobilizer Operation46
- Convex Mirrors47
- Exterior Mirrors47
- Power Mirrors47
- Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror48
- Folding Mirrors48
- Interior Rearveiw Mirrors48
- Reverse Tilt Mirrors48
- Power Windows49
- Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature50
- Express Window Anti-Pinch Override50
- Express-Down/Up Windows50
- Programming the Power Windows50
- Sun Visors51
- Window Lockout51
- Rear Passenger Door Sunshades52
- Rear Window Sunshade52
- Anti-Pinch Feature (Sunroof)53
- Roof53
- Sunroof Operation53
- Seats and Restraints55
- Head Restraints56
- Front Seats57
- Power Seat Adjustment57
- Bolster Adjustment58
- Lumbar Adjustment58
- Thigh Support Adjustment59
- Memory Seats60
- Manually Recalling Memory Positions61
- Recalling RKE Memory Positions (Auto Memory Recall)61
- Easy Exit Recall62
- Heated and Ventilated Front Seats62
- Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats63
- Folding the Seatback (Rear)64
- Rear Seats64
- Raising the Seatback (Rear)65
- Heated Rear Seats66
- Rear Seat Pass-Through Door66
- Safety Belts67
- How to Wear Safety Belts Properly68
- Questions and Answers about Safety Belts68
- Lap-Shoulder Belt69
- Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster71
- Automatic Safety Belt Tightening System72
- Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides72
- Safety Belt Pretensioners72
- Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy74
- Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash75
- Safety Belt Care75
- Safety Belt Extender75
- Safety System Check75
- Airbag System76
- Where Are the Airbags?78
- When Should an Airbag Inflate?80
- How Does an Airbag Restrain?81
- What Makes an Airbage Inflate?81
- What will You See after an Airbag Inflates?81
- Passenger Sensing System83
- If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint85
- Additional Factors Affecting Restraint System Operation86
- If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Sized Occupant86
- Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle88
- Airbag System Check88
- Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash89
- Child Restraints90
- Older Children90
- Infants and Young Children92
- Child Restraint Systems94
- Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle95
- Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint96
- Where to Put the Restraint96
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)97
- Lower Anchors98
- Top Tether Anchor98
- Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System100
- Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash103
- Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)104
- Securing Child Restraint (Front Passenger Seat)106
- Instrument Panel Storage111
- Storage Compartments111
- Cupholders112
- Glove Box112
- Power Retractable Cover Anti-Pinch Feature112
- Armrest Storage113
- Center Console Storage113
- Cargo Tie-Downs114
- Convenience Net114
- Adjustment115
- Instruments and Controls115
Transmission116
- Heated Steering Wheel117
- Horn117
- Instruments and Controls117
  - Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls117
  - INT (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Control)118
  - Rainsense118
  - Wiper Arm Assembly Protection118
  - Wiper Parking118
- Compass119
- Wiper-Activated Headlamps119
- Clock120
- Power Outlets120
- Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating Current121
- Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators123
- Instrument Cluster124
  - Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster126
  - Cluster Application Displays127
  - Cluster Settings Menu127
- Speedometer128
- Tachometer128
- Trip Odometer128
- Fuel Gauge129
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge130
- Airbag Readiness Light131
  - Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light131
  - Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light131
- Safety Belt Reminders131
- Passenger Airbag Status Indicator132
- Charging System Light133
  - Malfunction Indicator Lamp133
  - Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs135
  - Brake System Warning Light136
- Antilock Brake System (ABS)137
- Parking Brake Light137
  - Service Electric Parking Brake Light137
  - Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light138
- Vehicle Ahead Indicator138
- Stabilitrak ® off Light139
- Starting the Engine139
- Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light139
- Traction off Light139
- Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light140
- Tire Pressure Light140
- Engine Oil Pressure Light141
- Low Fuel Warning Light141
- Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) Light142
- High-Beam on Light142
- Intellibeam Light142
- Security Light142
- Cruise Control Light143
- Door Ajar Light143
- Lamps on Reminder143
- Center (DIC)144
- DIC Information Display Options144
- Information Displays Driver Information144
- Head-Up Display (HUD)147
  - HUD Views148
  - Care of the HUD150
  - HUD Troubleshooting150
- Vehicle Messages150
- Battery Voltage and Charging Messages151
- Brake System Messages151
- Compass Messages151
- Cruise Control Messages152
- Door Ajar Messages152
- Engine Cooling System153
- Engine Oil Messages153
- Engine Power Messages154
- Fuel System Messages154
- Key and Lock Messages154
- Lamp Messages155
  - Object Detection System Messages155
  - Ride Control System Messages158
- Airbag System Messages159
- Safety Belt Messages159
- Security Messages159
- Service Vehicle Messages159
- Messages160
- Starting the Vehicle160
- Tire Messages160
- Transmission Messages161
- Vehicle Reminder Messages161
- Vehicle Speed Messages161
- Washer Fluid Messages161
  - Language162
  - Radio162
  - Valet Mode162
- Vehicle Personalization162
  - Auto Fan Max Speed163
  - Auto Volume163
  - Maximum Startup Volume163
  - Number of Favorites Pages163
  - Auto Collision Preparation164
  - Auto Defog164
  - Collision/Detection Systems164
  - Rear Cross Traffic Alert164
  - Chime Volume165
  - Comfort and Convenience165
  - Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout165
  - Vehicle Locator Lights165
  - Auto Door Unlock166
  - Passive Door Lock166
  - Remote Door Unlock166
  - Remote Unlock Light Feedback166
  - Bluetooth167
  - Confidence Threshold167
  - Proximity Sensing167
  - Ringtones167
  - Calibrate Touchscreen168
  - Clear All Private Data168
  - Rear Camera168
  - Return to Factory Settings168
  - Universal Remote System Programming169
  - Learn or Smart Button170
  - Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons171
  - Universal Remote System Operation171
  - Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button172
  - Exterior Lamp Controls173
  - Lighting173
  - Intellibeam System174
  - Exterior Lamps off Reminder175
  - Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer175
  - Automatic Headlamp System176
  - Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)176
  - Flash-To-Pass176
  - Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL)177
  - Hazard Warning Flashers177
  - Lights on with Wipers177
  - Turn and Lane-Change Signals177
  - Instrument Panel Illumination Control178
  - Entry Lighting179
  - Exit Lighting179
  - Lighting Features179
  - Battery Load Management180
  - Battery Power Protection181
  - Exterior Lighting Battery Saver181
  - Climate Control Systems185
  - Dual Automatic Climate Control System185
  - Climate Control Automatic Operation186
  - Climate Control Status Screen186
  - Climate Control Touch Screen186
  - Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls187
  - Fan Control187
  - SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)187
  - Air Conditioning188
  - Air Delivery Mode Control188
  - Automatic Air Recirculation188
  - Defrost188
  - Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats189
  - Rear Window Defogger189
  - Remote Start Climate Control Operation189
  - Air Quality Sensor190
  - Rear Climate Control System190
  - Solar Sensor190
  - Rear Climate Control Automatic Operation191
  - Rear Climate Control Manual Operation191
  - Rear Control Lockout191
  - Air Vents192
  - Climate Controls Maintenance193
  - Passenger Compartment Air Filter193
  - Driving and Operating195
- Distracted Driving196
- Driving Information196
- Braking197
- Control of a Vehicle197
- Defensive Driving197
- Drunk Driving197
  - Curve Tips198
  - Driving and Operating198
  - Electric Power Steering198
  - Steering in Emergencies198
  - Variable Effort Steering198
- Loss of Control199
- Off-Road Recovery199
  - Skidding199
  - Track Events and Competitive Driving200
  - Driving on Wet Roads201
  - Hydroplaning201
- Highway Hypnosis202
- Hill and Mountain Roads202
  - Blizzard Conditions203
  - Driving on Snow or Ice203
- Winter Driving203
- If the Vehicle Is Stuck204
  - Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out205
  - Tire and Loading Information Label205
- Vehicle Load Limits205
  - Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit206
  - Certification Label208
- New Vehicle Break-In209
- Starting and Operating209
- Ignition Positions210
  - Starting the Engine Procedure212
  - Retained Accessory Power (RAP)213
- Engine Coolant Heater214
- Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running214
- Shifting into Park214
- Shifting out of Park215
- Torque Lock215
- Engine Exhaust216
  - Parking over Things that Burn216
  - Automatic Transmission217
  - P (Park)217
  - Running the Vehicle While Parking217
  - N (Neutral)218
  - R (Reverse)218
- Automatic Transmission219
  - D (Drive)219
  - M (Manual Mode)219
- Manual Mode219
  - Tap Shift219
  - To Enter Permanent Tap Mode220
- All-Wheel Drive221
- Antilock Brake221
- Drive Systems221
- System (ABS)221
- Braking in Emergencies222
- Electric Parking Brake222
  - EPB Apply222
  - Using ABS222
  - Automatic EPB Release223
- Brake Assist223
  - EPB Release223
  - Electronic Stability Control224
- Ride Control Systems224
  - Traction Control224
  - Turning the Systems off and on225
  - Driver Mode Control226
  - Competetive Driving Mode227
  - Snow/Ice Mode227
  - Tour Mode/Sport Mode227
  - Track Mode227
  - Cruise Control228
  - Limited-Slip Differential228
  - Increasing Speed While Cruise Control Is at a Set Speed230
  - Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control230
  - Reducing Speed While Cruise Control Is at a Set Speed230
  - Resuming a Set Speed230
- Adaptive Cruise Control231
  - Ending Cruise Control231
  - Erasing Speed Memory231
  - Using Cruise Control on Hills231
  - Increasing Speed While ACC Is at a Set Speed233
  - Setting Adaptive Cruise Control233
  - Reducing Speed While ACC Is at a Set Speed234
  - Selecting the Follow Distance234
  - Alerting the Driver235
  - Approaching and Following a Vehicle235
  - ACC Automatically Disengages236
  - Notification to Resume ACC236
  - Stationary or very Slow-Moving Objects236
  - ACC Override237
  - Curves in the Road237
  - Other Vehicle Lane Changes238
  - Cleaning the Sensing System239
- Driver Assistance Systems239
- Ending ACC239
- Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing240
- Audible or Safety Alert Seat240
- Camera (RVC)240
  - Automatic Parking Assist - APA244
  - Turning the Features on or off244
- System245
  - Assistance Systems for Driving246
  - Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System246
  - Collision Alert247
  - Detecting the Vehicle Ahead247
  - Selecting the Alert Timing248
  - Tailgating Alert248
  - Active Emergency Braking System249
  - Automatic Collision Preparation (ACP) System249
  - Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)249
  - Unnecessary Alerts249
  - Automatic Braking250
  - Brake Preparation250
  - SBZA Detection Zones251
  - Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)251
  - Lane Departure Warning (LDW)252
- Fuel255
  - Prohibited Fuels255
  - Use of Seasonal Fuels255
- California Fuel256
- Fuels in Foreign Countries256
- Gasoline Specifications256
- Requirements256
- Filling the Tank257
- Fuel Additives257
  - Filling a Portable Fuel Container258
  - Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can258
  - Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips259
  - Driving with a Trailer259
- General Towing259
- Information259
- Trailer Towing259
  - Backing up260
  - Following Distance260
  - Passing260
  - Driving on Grades261
  - Making Turns261
  - Parking on Hills261
  - Leaving after Parking on a Hill262
  - Maintenance When Trailer Towing262
  - Trailer Towing (with LFX Engine)262
  - Weight of the Trailer262
  - Hitches263
  - Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires263
- Towing Equipment263
  - Weight of the Trailer Tongue263
  - Add-On Electrical Equipment264
- Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical264
  - Safety Chains264
  - Trailer Brakes264
  - Vehicle Care265
  - Doing Your Own Service Work267
  - Vehicle Checks267
  - Hood268
  - Engine Compartment Overview269
  - Checking Engine Oil274
  - Engine Oil Specification275
  - When to Add Engine Oil275
  - Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes276
  - Viscosity Grade276
  - What to Do with Used Oil276
  - When to Change Engine Oil276
  - How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System277
  - Automatic Transmission Fluid Check278
  - Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspection278
  - Cooling System280
  - Engine Coolant282
  - Checking Coolant283
  - How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank283
  - Engine Overheating285
  - If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment285
  - Adding Washer Fluid286
  - If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment286
  - Washer Fluid - What to Use286
  - Brake Adjustment287
  - Brake Pedal Travel287
  - Brakes287
  - Brake Fluid288
  - Replacing Brake System Parts288
  - Battery289
  - Transfer Case - Checking Lubricant290
  - Vehicle Storage and the Battery290
  - Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check291
  - Starter Switch Check291
  - Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check292
  - Wiper Blade Replacement292
  - Headlamp Aiming293
  - Windshield Replacement293
  - Bulb Replacement294
  - Halogen Bulbs294
  - High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting/Led Lighting294
  - License Plate Lamp294
  - Electrical System Overload295
  - Replacement Bulbs295
  - Engine Compartment Fuse Block296
  - Fuses and Circuit Breakers296
  - Headlamp Wiring296
  - Windshield Wipers296
  - Instrument Panel Fuse Block299
  - Rear Compartment Fuse Block302
  - Tires305
  - All-Season Tires306
  - Winter Tires306
  - Run-Flat Tires307
  - Low-Profile Tires308
  - Summer Tires308
  - Tire Sidewall Labeling308
  - Tire Designations310
  - Tire Size310
  - Tire Terminology and Definitions310
  - Tire Pressure313
  - How to Check Tire Pressure314
  - Tire Pressure for High Speed Operation314
  - When to Check Tire Pressure314
  - Tire Pressure Monitor System315
  - Tire Pressure Monitor Operation316
  - TPMS Malfunction Light and Message317
  - TPMS Sensor Matching Process318
  - Tire Inspection319
  - Tire Rotation320
  - When It Is Time for New Tires321
  - Buying New Tires322
  - Vehicle Storage and Tires322
  - Different Size Tires and Wheels324
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading324
  - Temperature (Tire Grades)325
  - Traction325
  - Treadwear325
  - Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance326
  - Wheel Replacement326
  - Tire Chains327
  - Used Replacement Wheels327
  - If a Tire Goes Flat328
  - Jump Starting328
  - Jumper Cable Removal331
  - Towing the Vehicle331
  - Dinghy Towing332
  - Recreational Vehicle Towing332
  - Dolly Towing333
  - Appearance Care334
  - Exterior Care334
  - Locks Care334
  - Washing the Vehicle334
  - Finish Care335
  - Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings335
  - Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses, Emblems, Decals and Stripes336
  - Air Intakes Cleaning337
  - Weatherstrips Cleaning337
  - Wheels and Trim - Aluminium or Chrome337
  - Windshield and Wiper Blades Cleaning337
  - Body Component Lubrication338
  - Finish Damage338
  - Interior Care338
  - Steering, Suspension and Chassis Components Cleaning338
  - Interior Glass339
  - Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces/Vehicle Information/Radio Displays340
  - Coated Moldings Cleaning340
  - Fabric/Carpet/Suede340
  - Speaker Covers Cleaning340
  - Cargo Cover and Convenience Net341
  - Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces Cleaning341
  - Floor Mats342
  - Service and Maintenance343
  - Maintenance Schedule345
  - Owner Checks and Services345
  - Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 Km/7,500 MI346
  - Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal348
  - Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe350
  - Special Application Services351
  - Additional Maintenance and Care352
  - Belts Care352
  - Brakes Care352
  - Hoses Care352
  - Lamps Care353
  - Shocks and Struts Care353
  - Tires Care353
  - Wheel Alignment353
  - Windshield Care354
  - Wiper Blades Care354
  - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants355
  - Maintenance Replacement Parts356
  - Engine Identification361
  - Service Parts Identification Label361
  - Technical Data361
  - Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)361
  - Capacities and Specifications362
  - Vehicle Data362
  - Engine Specifications363
  - Engine Drive Belt Routing364
  - Customer Information365
  - Event Data Recorders378
  - Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy378
  - Onstar Overview381
  - Emergency382
  - Navigation382
  - Onstar Services382
  - Security382
  - Cancel Route383
  - Get My Destination383
  - Route Preview383
  - Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route383
  - Calling 911 Emergency384
  - Hands-Free Calling384
  - Place a Call Using a Stored Number384
  - Retrieve My Number384
  - Diagnostics385
  - Transferring Service (Onstar)385
  - Onstar Personal Identification Number (PIN)386
  - Services for People with Disabilities386
  - TTY Users386
  - Cellular and GPS Antennas387
  - Global Positioning System (GPS)387
  - Unable to Connect to Onstart Message387
  - Vehicle and Power Issues387
  - Add-On Electrical Equipment and Onstar388
  - Onstar - Libcurl and Unzip Acknowledgments388
  - Index391
Exterior Lighting392
- Lane Departure Warning396
- Traction Control System397
Memory Features397
Onstar Additional398

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