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

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

Vehicle Care 10-35

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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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