Cadillac CTS Owner's Manual page 98

Vehicle speed at impact is less
than 22 km/h (14 mph) or
greater than 50 km/h (31 mph).
The vehicle impacts a small
object.
For other frontal impacts or vehicle
speeds, the airbags may also
deploy. See Airbag System 0 71.
After the pedestrian protection
system has deployed, the bonnet
will remain in the raised position and
the driver's view may be reduced by
the raised bonnet.
Warning
Do not drive the vehicle when the
bonnet is raised.
Operating the vehicle with the
bonnet raised can obstruct your
view and may cause a collision
resulting in damage to the
vehicle, damage to other property,
personal injury, or even death.
Caution
After the pedestrian protection
system has deployed, see your
dealer for service. The bonnet
assembly including hinges, latch,
and actuators must be replaced.
If towing service is not available, the
bonnet may be repositioned
temporarily. See Temporary Bonnet
Repair following.
The SERVICE PEDESTRIAN
PROTECTION SYSTEM message
will appear when there is a problem
with the pedestrian protection
system. See your dealer for service
immediately.
During a frontal impact involving a
pedestrian, the vehicle may record
information about the condition of
the vehicle and how it was
operated. See Vehicle Data
Recording and Privacy 0 338.
Seats and Restraints
Temporary Bonnet Repair
If the bonnet is raised, the bonnet
may be repositioned temporarily if a
towing service is not available.
Warning
Before beginning the procedure,
read all the instructions. Failure to
read and follow the instructions
could injure you or others and
damage the vehicle.
Warning
After the bonnet has lifted, the
bonnet hinge and latch area may
be hot. Do not touch the
pedestrian protection system
components.
Allow the engine to cool before
attempting any repair.
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