Cadillac XTS 2014 User Manual

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Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-6006999) -
2014 - CRC - 9/11/13
2014 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-4
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-48
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-53
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-15
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-23
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-29
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-43
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-58
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-68

Cadillac XTS 2014 Specifications

General

Brand	Cadillac
Model	XTS 2014
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the instrument panel and its components.

Initial Drive Information

Key features and information for the initial operation of the vehicle.

Vehicle Features

Details on various features available in the vehicle.

Performance and Maintenance

Information on traction control, tire pressure, and engine oil life.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Information on vehicle keys, remote keyless entry, and door locking mechanisms.

Door Locks

Instructions for manually and automatically locking and unlocking vehicle doors.

Windows

Details on power window operation, express features, and lockout functions.

Seats and Restraints

Safety Belts

Guidance on proper use, care, and replacement of safety belts.

Airbag System

Explanation of airbag system components, operation, and safety precautions.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for selecting, installing, and using child restraint systems.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Locations and operation of various storage areas within the vehicle.

Center Console Storage

Details on accessing and using the center console storage area.

Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

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

Vehicle Messages

Information on messages displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC).

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Controls and operation of exterior lamps, including headlamps and signals.

Interior Lighting

Details on instrument panel illumination, courtesy, dome, and reading lamps.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Operation of the dual automatic climate control system and its components.

Air Vents

Instructions for adjusting air vents and their operation tips.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Tips on defensive driving, distracted driving, and drunk driving.

Brakes

Information on the antilock brake system, brake assist, and parking brake.

Driver Assistance Systems

Overview of systems like FCA, LDW, SBZA, and APA.

Fuel

Guidance on fuel types, specifications, and seasonal fuel usage.

Vehicle Care

Vehicle Checks

Instructions for performing basic maintenance checks and service work.

Engine Oil

Details on checking, adding, and selecting the correct engine oil.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire maintenance, inspection, rotation, and replacement.

Service and Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended maintenance intervals and services for normal and severe driving conditions.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

List of recommended fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts for the vehicle.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on the VIN and service parts identification label.

Vehicle Data

Capacities and specifications for various vehicle systems.

Customer Information

Reporting Safety Defects

Procedures for reporting safety defects to government agencies and General Motors.

Customer Assistance Offices

Contact information for customer assistance in the US and Canada.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Introduction to the OnStar system, its status light, and basic functions.

OnStar Services

Details on Emergency, Security, Navigation, and Connections services.