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CAUTION:
Never
do
this.
Children
who
are
up
against,
or
very
close
to,
any
airbag
when
it
inflates
can
be
seriously
injured
or
killed.
Never
put
a
rear-facing
child
restraint
in
the
right
front
seat.
Secure
a
rear-facing
child
restraint
in
a
rear
seat.
It
is
also
better
to
secure
a
forward-facing
child
restraint
in
a
rear
seat.
If
you
must
secure
a
forward-facing
child
restraint
in
the
right
front
seat,
always
move
the
front
passenger
seat
as
far
back
as
it
will
go.
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Table of Contents
Main Page
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
5
Default Chapter
3
Canadian Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Table of Contents
5
Seats and Restraint Systems
5
Head Restraints
6
Front Seats
8
Heated and Ventilated Seats
10
Power Lumbar
10
Manual Reclining Seatbacks
12
Reclining Seatbacks
12
Power Reclining Seatbacks
13
Rear Seats
15
Why Safety Belts Work
17
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
20
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
21
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
33
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
35
Child Restraints
36
Rear Seats
37
Safety Belts
37
Infants and Young Children
39
Child Restraint Systems
43
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
50
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
53
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
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
68
Passenger Sensing System
69
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
74
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
74
Vehicle
74
Restraint System Check
76
Checking the Restraint Systems
76
Replacing Restraint System Parts
77
After a Crash
77
Section 2 Features and Controls
79
Default Chapter
79
Features and Controls
79
Keys
82
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
84
Operation
87
Keyless Access System
87
Keyless Access System Operation
88
Remote Vehicle Start
94
Doors and Locks
96
Door Locks
96
Central Door Unlocking System
97
Power Door Locks
97
Delayed Locking
97
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
98
Rear Door Security Locks
98
Lockout Protection
99
Trunk
99
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
101
Windows
102
Power Windows
103
Programming the Power Windows
104
Sun Visors
105
Theft-Deterrent Systems
106
Theft-Deterrent System
106
Immobilizer
107
Testing the Alarm
107
Immobilizer Operation (Key Access)
108
Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access)
109
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
110
New Vehicle Break-In
110
Ignition Positions (Key Access)
110
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)
112
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
113
Starting the Engine
113
Automatic Transmission Operation
113
Manual Transmission Operation
114
Engine Coolant Heater
115
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
115
Parking Brake
122
Shifting into Park (Automatic Transmission)
123
Shifting out of Park
125
Parking the Vehicle (Manual Transmission)
125
Parking over Things that Burn
126
Engine Exhaust
126
Running the Vehicle While Parked
127
Mirrors
128
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
128
With Onstar
128
Outside Power Mirrors
128
Park Tilt Mirrors
129
Outside Convex Mirror
129
Outside Heated Mirrors
129
Object Detection Systems
130
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)
130
How the System Works
131
Onstar System
133
Onstar Virtual Advisor
134
Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
135
How Onstar Service Works
135
Your Responsibility
135
Universal Home Remote System
136
Universal Home Remote System Operation
136
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming
139
Storage Areas
140
Glove Box
140
Cupholders
140
Instrument Panel Storage
141
Center Console Storage
141
Convenience Net
141
Sunroof
141
Section 3 Instrument Panel
143
Default Chapter
143
Instrument Panel
143
Instrument Panel Overview
146
Hazard Warning Flashers
148
Horn
148
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
148
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering
149
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
149
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
150
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
150
Flash-To-Pass
151
Windshield Wipers
151
Rainsense™ Wipers
152
Windshield Washer
154
Headlamp Washer
155
Cruise Control
156
Headlamps
159
Wiper Activated Headlamps
159
Headlamps on Reminder
159
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
160
Adaptive Forward Lighting System
161
Fog Lamps
161
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
162
Instrument Panel Brightness
162
Entry Lighting
162
Parade Dimming
162
Reading Lamps
163
Electric Power Management
163
Battery Run-Down Protection
164
Accessory Power Outlet(S)
164
Ashtray(S) and Cigarette Lighter
165
Analog Clock
165
Climate Controls
166
Dual Climate Control System
166
Manual Operation
167
Defogging and Defrosting
169
Rear Window Defogger
169
Outlet Adjustment
170
Operation Tips
170
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
171
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
172
Instrument Panel Cluster
173
Speedometer and Odometer
174
Trip Odometers
174
Tachometer
174
Engine Speed Limiter
174
Safety Belt Reminders
175
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
175
Airbag Readiness Light
176
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
177
Charging System Light
179
Up-Shift Light
179
Brake System Warning Light
180
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
181
Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak
181
Warning Light
181
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
182
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
182
Tire Pressure Light
183
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
183
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
185
Oil Pressure Light
186
Engine Oil Pressure Gage
187
Security Light
188
Fog Lamp Light
188
Lights on Reminder
188
Cruise Control Light
188
Highbeam on Light
189
Fuel Gage
189
Driver Information Center (DIC)
190
DIC Operation and Displays
190
Parking Assist
193
Tire Pressure
194
Battery Voltage
194
DIC Compass
195
Compass Calibration
197
DIC Warnings and Messages
198
Battery Saver Active
199
Check Tire Pressure
200
Fuel Level Low
203
Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
204
Service Air Bag
206
Service Brake System
207
Service Tire Monitor System
208
Service Transmission
208
Service Vehicle Soon
209
Sport Mode
209
Theft Attempted
210
DIC Vehicle Customization
211
Trunk Open
211
Turn Signal on
211
Remote Door Lock
214
Remote Door Unlock
214
Exit Lighting
216
Approach Lighting
216
Factory Settings
217
Remote Start
223
Audio System(S)
224
Radio(S)
225
Playing the Radio
226
Finding a Station
227
Usb Host Support
242
Usb Supported Devices
242
Hdd Menu
243
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
246
Using an Mp
248
XM Radio Messages
252
Voice Recognition
253
Audio System
254
Bluetooth Controls
254
Making a Call
260
Bluetooth System
263
Transferring a Call
263
Other Information
265
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
266
Radio Reception
267
Backglass Antenna
268
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
269
Default Chapter
269
Driving Your Vehicle
269
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
270
Defensive Driving
270
Drunk Driving
270
Control of a Vehicle
271
Braking
272
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
273
Braking in Emergencies
273
Traction Control System (TCS)
274
Limited-Slip Rear Axle
275
Competitive Driving Mode
275
Stabilitrak ® System
276
Panic Brake Assist
277
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
277
Steering
277
Power Steering
277
Steering Tips
278
Steering in Emergencies
279
Off-Road Recovery
280
Passing
280
Loss of Control
280
Competitive Driving
282
Driving at Night
282
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
283
Other Rainy Weather Tips
283
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
284
Highway Hypnosis
284
Hill and Mountain Roads
284
Winter Driving
285
Driving on Snow or Ice
286
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
287
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow
289
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
290
Loading the Vehicle
290
Towing
296
Towing Your Vehicle
296
Recreational Vehicle Towing
296
Towing a Trailer
298
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
299
Weight of the Trailer
299
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
300
Safety Chains
301
Trailer Brakes
301
Trailer Wiring Harness
302
Driving with a Trailer
302
Following Distance
302
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
303
Making Turns
303
Parking on Hills
304
Driving on Grades
304
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
307
Default Chapter
307
Service and Appearance Care
307
Service
310
Accessories and Modifications
310
California Proposition 65 Warning
311
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
311
Doing Your Own Service Work
311
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle
312
Fuel
312
Gasoline Octane
313
Gasoline Specifications
313
California Fuel
313
Additives
314
Fuels in Foreign Countries
314
Filling the Tank
315
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
317
Hood Release
318
Checking Things under the Hood
318
Engine Compartment Overview
320
Engine Oil
322
When to Add Engine Oil
323
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
324
Engine Oil Additives
325
Engine Oil Life System
325
When to Change Engine Oil
325
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
326
What to Do with Used Oil
326
Engine Cover
327
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
327
Automatic Transmission Fluid
331
Manual Transmission Fluid
332
When to Check and What to Use
333
Hydraulic Clutch
333
How to Check and Add Fluid
334
Engine Coolant
334
What to Use
335
Checking Coolant
336
Adding Coolant
337
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
337
Engine Overheating
337
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
338
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
338
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
339
Cooling System
340
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
342
Power Steering Fluid
345
Windshield Washer Fluid
346
Brakes
347
Brake Wear
348
Brake Pedal Travel
349
Brake Adjustment
349
Replacing Brake System Parts
349
Battery
350
Vehicle Storage
350
Jump Starting
351
All-Wheel Drive
356
Rear Axle
357
Headlamp Aiming
358
Bulb Replacement
361
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
361
Halogen Bulbs
361
Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps
362
License Plate Lamp
362
Replacement Bulbs
363
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
363
Tires
364
Winter Tires
366
Tire Sidewall Labeling
366
Tire Terminology and Definitions
369
Inflation - Tire Pressure
372
When to Check
373
How to Check
373
High-Speed Operation
374
Tire Pressure Monitor System
375
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
376
Tpms Malfunction Light and Message
378
Tpms Sensor Matching Process
379
Tire Inspection and Rotation
380
When It Is Time for New Tires
381
Buying New Tires
382
Different Size Tires and Wheels
384
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
384
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
386
Wheel Replacement
386
Used Replacement Wheels
387
Tire Chains
388
If a Tire Goes Flat
388
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (with Sealant Selector Switch)
389
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (Without Sealant Selector Switch)
390
With Sealant Selector Switch
390
Without Sealant Selector Switch
399
Punctured Tire
401
Not Punctured
405
Changing a Flat Tire
408
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
410
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
411
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
416
Compact Spare Tire
417
Appearance Care
418
Interior Cleaning
418
Fabric/Carpet
419
Leather
420
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
421
Wood Panels
421
Speaker Covers
421
Care of Safety Belts
421
Weatherstrips
421
Washing Your Vehicle
422
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
422
Finish Care
422
Windshield and Wiper Blades
423
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim
424
Sheet Metal Damage
425
Finish Damage
425
Underbody Maintenance
425
Chemical Paint Spotting
425
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
426
Vehicle Identification
427
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
427
Service Parts Identification Label
427
Electrical System
428
Add-On Electrical Equipment
428
Windshield Wiper Fuses
428
Power Windows and Other Power Options
428
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
429
Underhood Fuse Block
429
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
432
Capacities and Specifications
435
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
437
Introduction
438
Maintenance Requirements
438
Maintenance Schedule
438
Your Vehicle and the Environment
438
Using the Maintenance Schedule
439
Scheduled Maintenance
440
Additional Required Services
442
Maintenance Footnotes
444
At each Fuel Fill
446
At Least Once a Month
446
Engine Oil Level Check
446
Owner Checks and Services
446
Engine Coolant Level Check
446
At Least Once a Year
447
Starter Switch Check
447
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
448
Underbody Flushing Service
449
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
450
Maintenance Replacement Parts
452
Engine Drive Belt Routing
453
Maintenance Record
454
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information
457
Default Chapter
457
Customer Assistance Information
457
Customer Assistance and Information
458
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
458
Customer Assistance and Information
458
Online Owner Center
461
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
462
Customer Assistance Offices
462
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
463
Roadside Service
463
Cadillac Owner Privileges
464
Calling for Assistance
466
Scheduling Service Appointments
466
Transportation Options
467
Courtesy Transportation
467
Additional Program Information
468
Collision Damage Repair
468
Repair Facility
469
Insuring Your Vehicle
470
If a Crash Occurs
470
Reporting Safety Defects
472
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
472
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
473
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
473
Service Manuals
473
Service Bulletins
473
Service Publications Ordering Information
473
Owner Information
473
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
474
Event Data Recorders
475
Onstar
476
Navigation System
476
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
476
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