Cadillac ATS 2014 - Additional Storage Features; Cargo Tie-Downs

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

6014430) - 2014 - CRC - 8/19/13

Storage 4-3

Rear Armrest

Pull the armrest down and lift the

cover to access the storage area.

Additional Storage

Features

Cargo Tie-Downs

The cargo tie-downs can be used to

secure small loads inside the trunk.

Table of Contents

Contents1
Danger, Warnings and Cautions4
Symbols4
Vehicle Symbol Chart5
Active Emergency Braking7
Forward Collision Alert (Fca)7
In Brief7
Steering Wheel7
- Table of Contents7
- Instrument Panel Overview8
- Initial Drive Information10
- Remote Keyless Entry System10
- Cancelling a Remote Start11
- Door Locks11
- Remote Vehicle Start11
- Starting the Vehicle11
- Power Door Locks12
Trunk12
Windows12
- Lumbar Adjustment13
- Power Seats13
Seat Adjustment13
- Heated Seats14
- Memory Features14
- Reclining Seatbacks14
- Second Row Seats14
- Head Restraint Adjustment15
Passenger Sensing System15
Safety Belts15
- Automatic Dimming Rearview16
- Exterior Mirrors16
- Interior Mirrors16
- Mirror Adjustment16
- Dome Lamp17
- Interior Lighting17
- Reading Lamps17
- Steering Wheel Adjustment17
- Exterior Lighting18
- Windshield Wiper/Washer18
- Climate Controls19
- Automatic Transmission20
- Driver Shift Control or Tap Shift20
Satellite Radio21
- Siriusxm Satellite Radio Service21
- Vehicle Features21
- Bluetooth ®22
- Cruise Control23
Portable Audio Devices22
Steering Wheel Controls22
Infotainment System23
- Drive Information Center (DIC)24
- Infotainment System24
- Alert (SBZA)25
- Warning (LDW)25
  - Active Emergency Braking System26
  - Power Outlets26
- Sunroof26
Side Blind Zone Alert25
Engine Oil Life System28
- Resetting the Oil Life System28
- Stability Control28
  - Driving for Better Fuel Economy29
  - E85 or Flexfuel29
Tire Pressure Monitor28
Onstar ®30
Roadside Service30
- Keys, Doors, and Windows31
- Keys32
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation33
- Keyless Access Operation34
- Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door34
- Keyless Trunk Opening35
- Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Passenger Doors35
- Passive Locking35
- Temporary Disable Passive Locking Feature35
- Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle36
- Programming with a Recognized Transmitter36
- Programming Without a Recognized Transmitter37
- Battery Replacement38
- Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery38
- Extending Engine Run Time40
- Remote Vehicle Start40
  - Starting the Engine Using Remote Start40
  - Canceling a Remote Start41
  - Conditions in Which Remote Start will Not Work41
- Door Locks41
  - Key Cylinder Access42
  - Keyless Access42
  - Inside the Vehicle43
  - Automatic Door Locks44
  - Delayed Locking44
  - Lockout Protection44
  - Safety Locks45
  - Unlocked Door Anti Lock out45
- Keys, Doors, and Windows46
  - Trunk Lock Release46
  - Emergency Trunk Release Handle47
- Keys47
- Arming the Alarm System48
- Vehicle Alarm System48
- Vehicle Security48
  - Disarming the Alarm System49
  - How to Detect a Tamper Condition49
- Immobilizer Operation49
- Power Sounder and Inclination Sensor49
- Convex Mirrors51
- Exterior Mirrors51
- Memory Mirrors51
- Power Mirrors51
- Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)51
- Automatic Dimming Rearview52
- Folding Mirrors52
- Heated Mirrors52
- Interior Rearview Mirrors52
- Manual Rearview Mirror52
- Park Tilt Mirrors52
- Power Windows53
  - Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature54
  - Express Window Anti-Pinch Override54
  - Express-Down/Up Windows54
  - Programming the Power Windows55
- Sun Visors55
  - Window Lockout55
  - Anti-Pinch Feature56
- Roof56
- Sunroof56
  - Seats and Restraints57
  - Front Seats58
  - Head Restraints58
  - Rear Seats59
  - Power Seat Adjustment60
  - Thigh Support Adjustment61
  - Memory Seats62
  - Automatically Recalling Memory Positions63
  - Manually Recalling Memory Positions63
  - Storing Memory Positions63
  - Easy Exit Recall64
  - Heated Front Seats65
  - Folding the Seatback66
  - Remote Start Heated Seats66
  - Raising the Seatback67
  - Rear Seat Pass-Through Door68
  - How to Wear Safety Belts Properly69
  - Questions and Answers about Safety Belts69
  - Why Safety Belts Work69
  - Lap-Shoulder Belt70
  - Safety Belt Pretensioners72
  - Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides73
  - Safety Belt Exterior75
  - Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy75
  - Safety System Check75
  - Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash76
  - Safety Belt Care76
  - Airbag System77
  - Where Are the Airbags?79
  - When Should an Airbag Inflate?80
  - What Makes an Airbag Inflate?81
  - How Does an Airbag Restrain?82
  - If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Sized Occupant86
  - If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint86
  - Additional Factors Affecting System Operation87
  - Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle88
  - Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle88
  - Airbag System Check89
  - Child Restraints90
  - Older Children90
  - Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash90
  - Infants and Young Children93
  - Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle96
  - Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint97
  - Where to Put the Restraint97
  - Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System98
  - Lower Anchors99
  - Top Tether Anchor99
  - Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations100
  - Instrument Panel Storage111
  - Storage Compartments111
  - Armrest Storage112
  - Glove Box112
  - Additional Storage Features113
  - Cargo Tie-Downs113
  - Instruments and Controls115
  - Controls116
- Instruments and Controls117
- Steering Wheel Controls117
- Heated Steering Wheel118
- Horn118
Windshield Wiper/Washer118
- Rainsense119
- Windshield Wiper/Washer119
  - Wiper Arm Assembly Protection119
  - Wiper Parking119
  - Auto Set120
- Clock (Base Radio)120
- Compass120
- Headlamp Washer120
- Clock (Uplevel Radio)121
- Power Outlets121
- Setting the Time121
- Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators122
- Instrument Cluster123
  - Audio124
  - Cluster Application Displays124
  - Navigation124
  - Phone124
- Fuel Gauge125
- Speedometer125
- Tachometer125
- Trip Odometer125
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge126
- Airbag Readiness Light127
  - Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light127
  - Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light127
- Safety Belt Reminders127
- Passenger Airbag Status Indicator128
- Charging System Light129
- Indicator Lamp129
  - Malfunction Indicator Lamp129
  - Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs131
  - Brake System Warning Light132
- Parking Brake Light132
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light133
  - Service Electric Parking Brake Light133
- (LDW) Light134
- Lane Departure Warning134
- Traction off Light134
- Vehicle Ahead Indicator134
  - (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light135
  - Stabilitrak off Light135
- Traction Control System135
Engine Coolant Temperature135
Stabilitrak ® off Light135
Engine Oil Pressure Light136
Tire Pressure Light136
Low Fuel Warning Light137
Security Light137
Adaptive Forward Lighting138
Cruise Control Light138
High-Beam on Light138
Lamps on Reminder138
- Adaptive Cruise Control Light139
- Driver Information Center (DIC)139
- Information Displays Driver Information139
- DIC Information Displays140
- Head-Up Display (HUD)142
- Vehicle Messages145
- Battery Saver Active146
- Battery Voltage and Charging146
- Brake System Messages146
- Low Battery146
- Compass Messages147
- Cruise Control Messages147
- Door Ajar Messages147
- Engine Power Messages149
- Fuel System Messages149
- Key and Lock Messages149
- Lamp Messages150
Engine Oil Messages148
- Engine Overheated Turn Vehicle off148
- Automatic Collision Prep Unavailable150
- Object Detection System Messages150
- Forward Collision Alert off151
- Front Camera Blocked Clean Windshield151
- Lane Departure Warning Unavailable151
- Park Assist off151
- Ride Control System Messages152
- Service Front Camera152
- Service Park Assist152
- Service Rear Auto Brake and Park Assist152
- Airbag System Messages153
- Security Messages153
- Service All Wheel Drive153
- Service Vehicle Messages153
- Tire Messages154
- Shift to Park155
- Vehicle Personalization156
- Washer Fluid Messages156
Transmission Messages155
- Vehicle Reminder Messages155
- Vehicle Speed Messages155
  - Vehicle Speed Limited156
  - Washer Fluid Low Add Fluid156
  - Auto Defog157
  - Auto Fan Max Speed157
  - Climate and Air Quality157
  - Collision/Detection Systems157
  - Auto Memory Recall158
  - Chime Volume158
  - Comfort and Convenience158
  - Easy Exit Options158
  - Auto Door Unlock159
  - Lighting159
  - Return to Factory Settings160
  - Universal Remote System Programming161
  - Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons164
  - Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button164
  - Universal Remote System Operation164
  - Using the Universal Remote System164
  - Exteior Lighting165
  - Exterior Lamp Controls165
  - Automatic High-Beam System166
  - Driving with Automatic High Beams166
  - Exterior Lamps off Reminder167
  - Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer167
  - Automatic Headlamp System168
  - Daytime Running Lamps168
  - Flash-To-Pass168
  - Hazard Warning Flashers169
  - Lights on with Wipers169
  - Instrument Panel Illumination Control170
  - Turn and Lane-Change Signals170
  - Courtesy Lamps171
  - Dome Lamps171
  - Battery Power Protection172
  - Entry Lighting172
  - Exit Lighting172
  - Lighting Features172
  - Theft-Deterrent Feature174
  - Home Page Features177
  - Manage Favorites178
  - Number of Favorites178
  - Radio Setup178
  - Maximum Startup Volume179
  - Park Assist Symbols179
  - Rear Camera179
  - Rear Camera Display179
  - English and Metric Unit Conversion180
  - Playing the Radio180
  - Software Updates180
  - Finding a Station182
  - Seeking a Station182
  - Storing Radio Station Presets182
  - Turning a Station182
  - Browsing Siriusxm Channels183
  - Radio Reception183
  - Siriusxm Messages183
  - Backglass Antenna184
  - Cell Phone Usage184
  - Multi-Band Antenna184
  - Audio Players185
  - CD Player185
  - Playing an Audio CD185
  - Empty Folders187
  - Error Messages187
  - Playing MP3 CD187
  - Root Directory187
  - Playing from a USB188
  - USB Port188
  - Ipod Menu189
  - Playing from an Ipod189
  - Auxiliary Jack191
  - Playing from an Iphone or Ipad191
  - SD Card Reader191
  - Bluetooth Controls193
  - Voice Recognition193
  - Bluetooth Audio Quality194
  - Switching to Handset or Handsfree Mode194
  - Connecting to a Different Phone195
  - Deleting a Paired Phone195
  - Pairing a Phone or Device195
  - Making a Call Using Contacts and Recent Calls196
  - Phone Menu196
  - Accepting or Declining a Call197
  - Making a Call Using the Keypad197
  - Call Waiting198
  - Ending a Call198
  - Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers200
  - Using the Delete Command200
  - Using the Digit Store Command200
  - Using the Store Command200
  - Listing Stored Numbers201
  - Three-Way Calling203
  - Clearing the System204
  - Dual Tone Multi-Frequency204
  - Voice Pass-Thru204
  - Climate Control System207
  - Dual Automatic Climate Control System207
  - Rear Window Defogger210
  - Sensors210
- Distracted Driving220
- Driving and Operating220
- Driving Information220
- Braking221
- Control of a Vehicle221
- Defensive Driving221
- Drunk Driving221
  - Electric Power Steering222
  - Variable Effort Steering222
  - Curve Tips223
- Loss of Control223
- Off-Road Recovery223
  - Steering in Emergencies223
  - Track Events and Competitive Driving224
- Driving on Wet Roads225
- Highway Hypnosis226
  - Hydroplaning226
  - Other Rainy Weather Tips226
  - Driving on Snow or Ice227
- Hill and Mountain Roads227
- Winter Driving227
- Blizzard Conditions228
- If the Vehicle Is Stuck229
  - Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out229
  - Tire and Loading Information Label230
- Vehicle Load Limits230
- Certification Label233
- New Vehicle Break-In234
- Starting and Operating234
- Ignition Positions235
- Starting the Engine237
- Engine Heater239
  - Retained Accessory Power (RAP)239
  - To Use the Engine Coolant Heater239
- Shifting into Park240
  - Torque Lock240
  - Parking over Things that Burn241
- Shifting out of Park241
- Engine Exhaust242
- Running the Vehicle While Parked242
- Automatic Transmission243
- Driver Shift Control (DSC)245
- Manual Mode245
- Tap Shift245
- Manual Transmission246
- All-Wheel Drive247
- Drive Systems247
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS)248
  - Braking in Emergencies248
  - Using ABS248
  - EPB Apply249
- Parking Brake (Electric)249
  - Automatic EPB Release250
  - EPB Release250
- Brake Assist251
- Parking Brake (Manual)251
- Hill Start Assist (HSA)252
- Ride Control Systems252
- Turning the Systems off and on253
- Driver Mode Control254
  - Snow/Ice Mode255
  - Sport Mode255
  - Tour Mode255
  - Cruise Control256
- Limited-Slip Rear Axle256
  - Resuming a Set Speed257
  - Setting Cruise Control257
  - Increasing Speed While Cruise Control Is at a Set Speed258
  - Reducing Speed While Cruise Control Is at a Set Speed258
  - Using Cruise Control on Hills258
- Adaptive Cruise Control259
  - Ending Cruise Control259
  - Erasing Speed Memory259
  - Setting Adaptive Cruise Control260
  - Alerting the Driver263
  - ACC Automatically Disengages264
  - Notification to Resume ACC264
  - Stationary or very Slow-Moving Objects264
  - ACC Override265
  - Cleaning the Sensing System267
  - Ending ACC267
  - Other Vehicle Lane Changes267
  - Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing268
- Camera (RVC)268
- Driver Assistance Systems268
  - Turning the Features on or off272
  - Assistance Systems for Driving273
  - Detecting the Vehicle Ahead273
  - Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System273
  - Collision Alert274
  - Tailgating Alert274
  - Selecting the Alert Timing275
  - Unnecessary Alerts275
  - Automatic Collision Preparation (ACP) System276
  - Brake Preparation276
  - Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)276
  - Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)277
  - SBZA Detection Zones278
  - Lane Departure Warning (LDW)279
  - Fuel281
  - When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly281
  - Prohibited Fuels282
  - Recommended Fuel282
  - Use of Seasonal Fuels282
  - California Fuel Requirements283
  - Fuel Additives283
  - Fuels in Foreign Countries283
  - Gasoline Specifications283
E85 or Flexfuel283
- Filling the Tank284
- Filling a Portable Fuel Container286
- Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips287
- Trailer Towing287
- Backing up288
- Following Distance288
- Making Turns288
- Passing288
- If Parking the Rig on a Hill289
- Leaving after Parking on a Hill289
- Maintenance When Trailer Towing289
- Parking on Hills289
- Weight of the Trailer290
- Weight of the Trailer Tongue290
- Hitches291
- Safety Chains291
- Towing Equipment291
- Trailer Brakes291
- Add-On Electrical Equipment292
- Conversions and Add-Ons292
- Vehicle Care293
- Vehicle Checks296
- Hood297
- Engine Compartment Overview298
- Checking Engine Oil303
- Selecting the Right Engine Oil304
- When to Add Engine Oil304
- Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes305
- Viscosity Grade305
- What to Do with Used Oil305
- How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System306
- Automatic Transmission Fluid307
- Hydraulic Clutch307
- Manual Transmission Fluid307
- Engine Air Cleaner/Filter308
- How to Check and Add Fluid308
- When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter308
- Cooling System309
- Engine Coolant310
- Checking Coolant311
- Liquid to Cooling System311
- How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank312
- Engine Overheating314
- If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment314
- Adding Washer Fluid315
- If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment315
- Washer Fluid315
- Brake Adjustment316
- Brake Pedal Travel316
- Brakes316
- Brake Fluid317
- Replacing Brake System Parts317
- Battery318
- Checking Brake Fluid318
- Transfer Case319
- Vehicle Storage319
- How to Check Lubricant320
- Starter Switch Check320
- Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check321
- Park Brake and P Mechanism Check321
- Windshield Replacement322
- Wiper Blade Replacement322
- Bulb Replacement323
- Headlamp Aiming323
- High Intensity Discharge Lighting323
- LED Lighting323
- Back-Up Lamps324
- License Plate Lamp324
- Electrical System325
- Electrical System Overload325
- Replacement Bulbs325
- Engine Compartment Fuse Block326
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers326
- Headlamp Wiring326
- Windshield Wipers326
- Instrument Panel Fuse Block330
- Rear Compartment Fuse Block333
- Wheels and Tires336
- All-Season Tires337
- Run0Flat Tires337
- Winter Tires337
- Summer Tires339
- Tire Sidewall Labeling339
- Tire Designations340
- Tire Size340
- Accessory Weight341
- Air Pressure341
- Aspect Ratio341
- Tire Terminology and Definitions341
- Tire Pressure344
- Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation345
- Tire Pressure Monitor System346
- Tire Pressure Monitor Operation347
- TPMS Malfunction Light and Message348
- TPMS Sensor Matching Process349
- Tire Inspection350
- Tire Rotation350
- When It Is Time for New Tires352
- Different Size Tires and Wheels354
- Treadwear355
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading355
- Temperature356
- Traction356
- Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance356
- Wheel Replacement357
- Tire Chains358
- If a Tire Goes Flat359
- Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit360
- Tire Sealant362
- Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister368
- Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit368
- Jump Starting369
- Jumper Cable Removal371
- Towing the Vehicle371
- Recreational Vehicle Towing372
- Dinghy Towing373
- Dolly Towing373
- Appearance Care374
- Exterior Care374
- Locks374
- Washing the Vehicle374
- Finish Care375
- Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses and Emblems376
- Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings376
- Air Intakes377
- Tires377
- Weatherstrips377
- Windshield and Wiper Blades377
- Body Component Lubrication378
- Sheet Metal Damage378
- Underbody Maintenance378
- Chemical Paint Spotting379
- Finish Damage379
- Interior Care379
- Coated Moldings380
- Interior Glass380
- Speaker Covers380
- Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces/Vehicle Information and Radio Displays381
- Cargo Cover and Convenience Net382
- Care of Safety Belts383
- Floor Mats383
- Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats383
- General Information385
- Service and Maintenance385
- Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance387
- Maintenance Schedule387
- Engine Oil Change388
- Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 Km/7,500 MI388
- Additional Required Services390
- Special Application Services393
- Additional Maintenance and Care394
- Hoses395
- Lamps395
- Shocks and Struts395
- Wheel Alignment396
- Windshield396
- Wiper Blades396
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants397
- Maintenance Replacement Parts399
- Engine Identification403
- Technical Data403
- Vehicle Identification403
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)403
- Capacities and Specifications404
- Vehicle Data404
- Engine Drive Belt Routing406
- Customer Information407
- Onstar Overview423
- Emergency424
- Onstar Services424
- Security424
- Connections425
- Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route425
- Calling 911 Emergency426
- Hands-Free Calling426
- Onstar Mobile App426
- Retrieve My Number426
- Onstar Additional Information427
- Transferring Service427
- TTY Users428
- Cellular and GPS Antennas429
- Onstar Personal Identification Number429
- Potential Issues429
- Unable to Connect to Onstar Message429
- Privacy430
- Vehicle and Power Issues430
- Index433
Exterior Lighting434
Climate Controls435
Instrument Panel Overview438
- System438
- Lane Departure Warning439
Memory Features440
Onstar Additional441

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