Page 1: Table Of Contents
$10araCTS Page 1 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Cadillac Owner’s Manual CTS/CTS-V Table of Contents How to Use this Manual ........ 3 Important Safety Precautions ....... 6 Section 1 Instrumentation and Controls ....21 Section 2 Seats and Restraints ........197 Section 3 Starting and Operating Instructions ..
Page 2: Important Notes About This Manual
$10araCTS Page 2 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Notes About this Manual We thank you for choosing a Production waste is recycled, with The illustrations throughout the General Motors product, and we some of the waste material recov- manual are typical and are not want to assure you of our continu- ered for re-use.
Page 3: How To Use This Manual
$10araCTS Page 3 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM How to Use this Manual When it comes to service, keep in Use this manual to learn about the This manual is divided into five mind that your dealer knows your features of your new vehicle and sections: vehicle best and is committed to...
Page 4 $10araCTS Page 4 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM How to Use this Manual • Section 2: Seats and • Section 3: Starting and • Section 4: Service and Restraints Operating Instructions Maintenance Next, focus on the center of Once you have been familiar- The Service and Maintenance your vehicle: the seats and ized with your vehicle’s instru-...
Page 5 $10araCTS Page 5 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM How to Use this Manual - contains information about • Section 5: Problems on the Each section begins with a brief tire inﬂation, inspection, rota- Road table of contents to help you tion and replacement locate the information you want.
Page 6: Important Safety Precautions
$10araCTS Page 6 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions CAUTION AND NOTICE BOXES Safety Belts CAUTIONS and NOTICES alert you CAUTION to conditions that may result in injury, or that may damage your Always wear your safety belt. Be vehicle.
Page 7 $10araCTS Page 7 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions CAUTION (Continued) Wear your belt fitted closely against the body. Do not wear your shoulder belt under your arm. Make sure the belt is not twisted across your body. You could be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Page 8 $10araCTS Page 8 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions Air Bags CAUTION Both the safety belt restraint system and the air bag restraint system are designed to best protect adults. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, an inflating air bag could be seriously injured CAUTION CAUTION...
Page 9 $10araCTS Page 9 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions CAUTION (Continued) Air bags are designed to be used with the safety belts. Even with an air bag, if you are in a crash and not wearing a safety belt, your injuries could be much worse.
Page 10 $10araCTS Page 10 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions Leaving Your Vehicle CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION A rear-facing child restraint in Infants who must use rear- the front seat could be pushed facing child restraints cannot Avoid leaving your vehicle while into the seatback by the front ride safely in passenger air bag- the engine is running.
Page 11 $10araCTS Page 11 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) (Continued) It is very dangerous to leave • Be sure the shift lever is in children inside the vehicle for P (Park) and the parking any extended period of time - brake is ﬁrmly applied when especially in hot weather.
Page 12 $10araCTS Page 12 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) (Continued) • Do not idle the engine in a • It can also be very dangerous closed-in place, such as the to drive with the trunk, rear garage.
Page 13 $10araCTS Page 13 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions Water and Your Vehicle CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION If you suspect that exhaust is entering your vehicle, drive After a car wash or driving with all the windows open, turn through a puddle, the brakes the air conditioning (if may not work well.
Page 14 $10araCTS Page 14 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions Driving on Hills Vehicle Loading CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try If you need to stop on a hill, do Do not load your vehicle in to drive through flowing water, not hold the vehicle there with...
Page 15 $10araCTS Page 15 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions Fuel and Other Flammable CAUTION (Continued) Materials Do not put paper or flammable CAUTION items in an ashtray. They may catch fire from a cigarette. Turn off the engine before refueling.
Page 16 $10araCTS Page 16 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions Batteries Towing Your Vehicle CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION CAUTION Every new GM vehicle uses an ® AC Delco battery that requires Vehicle batteries can hurt you. To help avoid injury to you or no maintenance.
Page 17 $10araCTS Page 17 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) Exercise extreme caution Under some conditions the around the electric engine fan. ethylene glycol in engine cool- It sometimes starts by itself, ant is combustible. To avoid even when the engine is not being burned, do not spill cool- running.
Page 18 $10araCTS Page 18 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, Changing a tire can cause inju- can make the wheel nuts ry.
Page 19 $10araCTS Page 19 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions System Problems NOTICE CAUTION Additional electronic equip- ment, such as a CB radio, cellu- Driving with the brake warning lar phone, navigation package light on can lead to an accident. or two-way radio, may interfere Have the brakes checked imme- with the operation of your vehi-...
Page 20 $10araCTS Page 20 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Important Safety Precautions Additional Safety Cautions CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION Medical research shows that Unlocked doors can be danger- alcohol in a person’s system can ous. Make sure to lock all doors Drinking and driving is very make crash injuries worse.
Page 21 $10araCTS Page 21 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM – Section 1 - Instrumentation and Controls Dash- and Console-Mounted Instruments Wiper Activated Headlights ......116 and Controls...........25 Fog Lights............. 117 Instrument Cluster ..........28 Curbside Parking Lights ........ 118 Warning Lights ..........33 Illuminated Entry System.......
Page 22 $10araCTS Page 22 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 - Instrumentation and Controls Navigation System ........154 Mirrors ............168 Controls Mounted on Outside Mirrors..........168 Steering Wheel/Column ......155 Inside Day/Night Mirror........ 170 Multifunction Lever........155 Vanity Mirrors ..........171 Windshield Wipers/Washer Stalk ....155 Windows............
Page 23 $10araCTS Page 23 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 - Instrumentation and Controls Overhead Area and Roof.......183 Ashtray and Lighter........187 Sun Visors .............183 Retained Accessory Power ......187 Sunroof ............184 Battery Rundown Protection ......188 Storage ............186 Electric Power Management ......
Page 24: Instrumentation And Controls
$10araCTS Page 24 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls 10 11 14 15 . . . 24...
Page 25: Dash- And Console-Mounted Instruments And Controls
Switch 22. Heating and Air Conditioning 1. Air Vents 12. Navigation Display Dimmer System 2. Driver Information Center Control (If equipped) 23. Electric Parking Brake (CTS-V – Buttons 13. Navigation System (If Model Only) 3. Instrument Panel Dimmer equipped)/Audio System 24.
Page 26 $10araCTS Page 26 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls . . . 26...
Page 27 $10araCTS Page 27 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 – 27 . . .
Page 28: Instrument Cluster
$10araCTS Page 28 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. High Beam Indicator The indicator light turns on The instrument cluster shown is when the headlights are set to typical. Your actual cluster may high beams. vary depending on the particular options included in your vehicle.
Page 29 $10araCTS Page 29 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Under some driving condi- The vehicle is also equipped 4. Driver Information Center tions, including those listed with an engine coolant tem- Display below, it is normal for the tem- perature warning light.
Page 30 $10araCTS Page 30 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Press the button repeatedly 5. Speedometer to scroll through the vehicle The speedometer displays the information displays. vehicle's speed. - Odometer The reading will be indicated - Trip Odometers in metric units of KM/H (kilo- meters per hour) or in English - Fuel Range...
Page 31 $10araCTS Page 31 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 See the following under "Driv- 7. Tachometer If your vehicle is a CTS-V er Information Center" later in model, the tracer lights will The tachometer displays the this section for more informa-...
Page 32 You or others could be burned. warning light will come on. Check the oil as soon as See "Engine Oil Pressure Warn- 8. Oil Pressure Gage (CTS possible and have your vehicle ing Light" later in this section. Model Only) serviced.
Page 33: Warning Lights
Some warning lights come – on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they're working properly. 10. Boost Gage (CTS-V Model Only) When a warning light or gage shows there may be a problem, The gage indicates positive see your dealer for service.
Page 34 $10araCTS Page 34 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls oil is not going through the NOTICE engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated. The engine could be Engine damage resulting from low on oil, or could have some improper maintenance is not other oil problem.
Page 35 $10araCTS Page 35 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Have it checked right away. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, a message will be displayed. See "Driver Information Center Messages" later in this section. Driving while this light is on could –...
Page 36 $10araCTS Page 36 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls A warning chime should sound This light will stay on or flash if the when this light turns on. parking brake is not fully released. If it stays on after the parking brake See Sections 4 and 5 for more is fully released, it means you may information on your vehicle's...
Page 37 Light Note: This feature is only This light will go on when you start available on CTS-V models. the engine and may stay on for a few seconds. If it doesn't come on, This light should come on briefly then have it fixed so it will be ready as you turn the ignition on.
Page 38 $10araCTS Page 38 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Pull over and stop the vehicle as If the light does not come on when soon as it is safe to do so. Then the ignition is turned on, you may start the engine to reset the have a problem with a fuse or system.
Page 39 $10araCTS Page 39 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 If the light continues to flash, stop • If you have just driven through NOTICE and turn the ignition off, wait at a deep puddle which may have least 10 seconds and then restart caused the electrical system to If you keep driving your vehicle the engine.
Page 40 Shift Indicator Light (If If you have recently replaced the equipped) battery in your vehicle, or if the If your vehicle is a CTS model battery has run down, the vehicle’s equipped with a manual on-board diagnostic system may transmission, this light will show...
Page 41 $10araCTS Page 41 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 If your vehicle is a CTS-V model, Whenever this light is on, the the tracer lights on the tachometer system will not limit wheel spin. will flash to show you when to Adjust your driving accordingly.
Page 42: Section 2
$10araCTS Page 42 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls If there is a problem with the air bag system, the SERVICE AIR BAG (service air bag) message will appear on the Driver Information Center display. See "Driver Infor- mation Center Messages"...
Page 43: Section 2
$10araCTS Page 43 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 – Passenger Air Bag On/Off Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Security System Light Indicator Light This light flashes when the Theft See "Automatic Occupant Sensor See "Safety Belts" in Section 2 for Deterrent System has been System"...
Page 44 $10araCTS Page 44 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Fog Lamp Light Rear Fog Lamp Light Lights On Reminder Light This light will come on when the This light will come on when the This light turns on as a reminder fog lights are turned on.
Page 45 $10araCTS Page 45 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Also, see "Driver Information Center Messages" later in this section for more information. The low tire pressure warning light will flash for about one minute and then shine steadily for the remain- der of the ignition cycle if a prob- lem with the tire pressure monitor –...
Page 46: Driver Information Center
$10araCTS Page 46 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls The control buttons are located on If the system senses a problem, a the instrument panel, near the message will appear on the steering wheel. display. See "Driver Information Center See "Driver Information Center Buttons"...
Page 47: Driver Information Center Buttons
$10araCTS Page 47 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • Fuel Range • Average Fuel Economy • Timer • Instant Fuel Economy • Average Speed • Speedometer – • Blank Display See the following, later in this Driver Information Center TRIP/FUEL INFORMATION section, for more information: BUTTON...
Page 48 • Tire Pressure Monitor Displays • Battery Voltage • Compass Operation • Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Matching • Transmission Fluid Temperature (CTS-V Model Only) • Oil Pressure (CTS-V Model Only) VEHICLE INFORMATION CUSTOMIZATION BUTTON BUTTON • Lateral Acceleration (CTS-V The Driver Information Center can...
Page 49: Trip/Fuel Information Menu
$10araCTS Page 49 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • Odometer The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven. The reading will be indicated in metric units of kilometers or in US-English units of miles. • Trip Odometers: –...
Page 50 $10araCTS Page 50 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls The reading will be indicated in • FUEL RANGE (fuel range) • AVG ECONOMY (average metric units of kilometers or in economy) This display shows how far the US-English units of miles.
Page 51 $10araCTS Page 51 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • TIMER 00:00:00 (timer • INST ECONOMY (instant fuel • Speedometer 00:00:00) economy) Your vehicle is equipped with a This feature acts as a stop- This will show what the fuel digital speed display.
Page 52: Vehicle Information Menu
$10araCTS Page 52 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls • Blank Display OIL LIFE REMAINING (oil life remaining) A blank page ends this menu. This display shows the percentage of oil life remaining since the system was last reset. If, for example, you see 95% OIL LIFE REMAINING (95% oil life remaining) that means that the...
Page 53 $10araCTS Page 53 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 To reset the system, do the If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL UNITS (units) following: SOON (change engine oil soon) To switch your displays between message comes back on, the 1.
Page 54 $10araCTS Page 54 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls PARKING ASSIST (parking assist) See the following, later in this Tire Pressure Monitor Displays section, for more information: Use this display to enable or Press repeatedly to display the disable the Ultrasonic Rear Parking •...
Page 55 $10araCTS Page 55 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 If the system detects low tire pres- BATTERY VOLTAGE (battery PRESS TO CALIBRATE sure in one or more of the tires, a voltage) COMPASS (press to calibrate message will be displayed on the compass) This display lets you monitor Driver Information Center indicat-...
Page 56 $10araCTS Page 56 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls PRESS TO CHANGE COMPASS PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE Even if only one transmitter is ZONE: XX (press to change KEY (press to relearn remote being replaced, you must rematch compass zone: XX) key) all of your transmitters at the same...
Page 57 A blank page ends this menu. XXX°C) Note: This feature is only Note: This feature is only available on CTS-V models. available on CTS-V models. This display shows how much This display shows the G-force is being applied when the transmission fluid temperature.
Page 58: Feature Customization
$10araCTS Page 58 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Feature Customization ENTERING PROGRAMMING Once you have entered program- MODE ming mode, press the button The Driver Information Center can repeatedly to scroll through the list If the ignition is on and your vehi- be used to program various of customizable features available cle has an automatic transmission,...
Page 59 $10araCTS Page 59 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 FEATURE CUSTOMIZATION • REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK PRESS TO DISPLAY IN MENU FEEDBACK (remote door ENGLISH (press to display in unlock feedback) English) To enter this menu, see "Entering Programming Mode" earlier in this •...
Page 60 $10araCTS Page 60 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls DISPLAY LANGUAGE (display • FRANÇAIS (French Language) • JAPANESE (Japanese Lan- language) guage) All information is displayed in the French language. All information is displayed in Use this menu to select the the Japanese language.
Page 61 $10araCTS Page 61 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Languages listed in this manual AUTO DOOR LOCK (automatic • AT VEHICLE SPEED (at vehicle may not be available in all areas door lock) speed) and/or for all vehicle displays. This feature allows you to The doors automatically lock If the desired Driver Information...
Page 62 $10araCTS Page 62 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls AUTO DOOR UNLOCK • DRIVER ONLY AT OFF (driver • ALL IN PARK (all in park) (automatic door unlock) only at off) All doors automatically unlock This item allows you to With this feature activated, the when you shift into P (Park).
Page 63 $10araCTS Page 63 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 REMOTE DOOR LOCK • LIGHTS ONLY (lights only) Once the desired setting is FEEDBACK (remote door lock displayed, press the button to With this setting activated, the feedback) select it. exterior lights will ﬂash when This feature allows you to select the lock button on the...
Page 64 $10araCTS Page 64 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK While in this submenu, press the Once the desired setting is FEEDBACK (remote door unlock button repeatedly to scroll displayed, press the button to feedback) through the following options: select it.
Page 65 $10araCTS Page 65 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 EXIT LIGHTING (exit lighting) While in this submenu, press the Once the desired setting is button repeatedly to scroll displayed, press the button to This feature allows you to desig- through the following options: select it.
Page 66 $10araCTS Page 66 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls APPROACH LIGHTING While in this submenu, press the Once the desired setting is (approach lighting) button repeatedly to scroll displayed, press the button to through the following options: select it.
Page 67 $10araCTS Page 67 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 FACTORY SETTINGS (factory Once the desired setting is KEYLESS LOCKING (keyless settings) displayed, press the button to locking) select it. This feature allows you to reset all If your vehicle is equipped with the of the system's programmable You may now either exit program- keyless access system, this item...
Page 68 $10araCTS Page 68 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls • ON (on) Once the desired setting is Passive locking may be temporarily displayed, press the button to disabled by pressing the unlock With this setting activated, the select it.
Page 69 $10araCTS Page 69 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 KEYLESS UNLOCK (keyless • ALL DOORS (all doors) Once the desired setting is unlock) displayed, press the button to With this setting activated, all select it. If your vehicle is equipped with the the doors will automatically keyless access system, this item unlock when you approach the...
Page 70 $10araCTS Page 70 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls CHIME VOLUME (chime volume) Note: You may now either exit programming mode or program This feature allows you to change There is no default setting for the next available feature. the chime volume level.
Page 71 $10araCTS Page 71 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 EASY EXIT RECALL (easy exit • AUTOMATIC ON (automatic In vehicles equipped with the recall) remote keyless entry system and the removable ignition key, Note: This feature may not be With this setting activated, the automatic recall is triggered available on all vehicles.
Page 72 $10araCTS Page 72 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Once the desired setting is EASY EXIT SETUP (easy exit • TILT/TELESCOPE (tilt/tele- displayed, press the button to setup) scope) select it. Note: This feature may not be With this setting activated, the You may now either exit program- available on all vehicles.
Page 73 $10araCTS Page 73 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Once the desired setting is EXITING PROGRAMMING • Do not press any buttons. displayed, press the button to MODE The display will time out after select it. To exit programming mode, do 40 seconds of inactivity.
Page 74: Compass
$10araCTS Page 74 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Compass There may be a strong magnetic If an incorrect reading is displayed, field (from various magnetic first check that the compass is set With the ignition on, the compass objects on the vehicle) interfering to the correct variance zone.
Page 75 $10araCTS Page 75 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Compass Calibration 2. Make sure the compass is set 5. Drive your vehicle in tight to the correct variance zone. 360° circles at a speed of While calibrating the compass, do 8 km/h or less until CALIBRA- not operate any power switches.
Page 76 $10araCTS Page 76 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Compass Variance To adjust for compass variance: 3. Press repeatedly to select the correct compass zone. Your vehicle’s compass zone 1. Park the vehicle on a level should be pre-set to the region surface and apply the parking 4.
Page 77: Driver Information Center Messages
$10araCTS Page 77 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Driver Information Center • ACCESSORY MODE ACTIVE • AFL LAMPS NEED SERVICE (accessory mode active) (adaptive forward lighting Messages lamps need service) Note: This message may not be These messages will appear if a available on all vehicles.
Page 78 $10araCTS Page 78 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls • ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF (all This message may appear • AUTOMATIC LIGHT wheel drive off) under the following conditions: CONTROL OFF (automatic light control off) Note: This message may not be - Loss of wheel speed or vehicle available on all vehicles.
Page 79 $10araCTS Page 79 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE • BATTERY VOLTS LOW You can monitor battery (battery saver active) (battery volts low) voltage using the Driver Information Center. Appears if the vehicle detects Appears when the electrical that the battery voltage is system is charging less than...
Page 80 $10araCTS Page 80 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls • CALIBRATING DRIVE IN • CALIBRATION COMPLETE • CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON CIRCLES (calibrating drive in (calibration complete) (change engine oil soon) circles) Appears when the compass cal- Appears when the life of the Appears while you are calibrat- ibration is complete.
Page 81 $10araCTS Page 81 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • CHECK TIRE PRESSURE (check The Low Tire Pressure Light Also see "Tire Pressure Monitor" tire pressure) may also appear on the instru- under "Tires" in Section 4 for ment cluster.
Page 82 If the message is not Note: This feature is only Appears while trying to match acknowledged, the message available on CTS-V models. a keyless access transmitter that will be displayed until the cause has already been learned. Appears if the differential ﬂuid is corrected.
Page 83 $10araCTS Page 83 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • ELECTRONIC KEY NOT Interference may be caused by DETECTED (electronic key not equipment plugged into the detected) accessory power outlet on the center console. Examples of Note: This message may not be such equipment include: available on all vehicles.
Page 84 $10araCTS Page 84 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Try moving the transmitter to The vehicle may be stopped • ENGINE HOT A/C OFF (engine different locations within the near a strong radio antenna hot air conditioning off) vehicle.
Page 85 $10araCTS Page 85 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL • ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE See "Engine Coolant Tempera- (engine oil low add oil) ENGINE (engine overheated ture Light" earlier in this sec- idle engine) tion.
Page 86 $10araCTS Page 86 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls • ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED The next time the vehicle is • LEARN DELAY ACTIVE WAIT (engine power is reduced) driven, there may be a notice- XX MIN (learn delay active able reduction in the vehicle's wait XX minutes) Appears when engine power is...
Page 87 Note: This feature is only learned) Appears when the engine oil available on CTS-V models. Note: This message may not be pressure is low. If your vehicle is equipped with available on all vehicles. The Engine Oil Pressure...
Page 88 (passenger door open) Note: This feature is only Appears when the vehicle is Appears when the front available on CTS-V models. started while the ultrasonic rear passenger door is open or ajar. parking assist feature is If your vehicle is equipped with •...
Page 89 $10araCTS Page 89 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • PRESS START CONTROL TO • RAINSENSE WIPERS ACTIVE • READY TO LEARN ELEC- LEARN KEYS (press start con- (rain sensitive wipers active) TRONIC KEY # X (ready to trol to learn keys) learn electronic key # X) Note: This feature may not be...
Page 90 Note: This feature is only avail- Note: This feature may not be Appears if the transmitter able on CTS-V models. available on all vehicles. battery is low. Replace the battery. If your vehicle is equipped with...
Page 91 $10araCTS Page 91 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN • SERVICE AIR BAG (service air • SERVICE A/C SYSTEM (service (right rear door open) bag) air conditioning system) Appears when the right rear Appears if there is a problem Appears when the electronic door is open or ajar.
Page 92 $10araCTS Page 92 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls • SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE This message may appear • SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING (service all wheel drive) under the following conditions: SYSTEM (service battery charging system) Note: This feature may not be - There is an electronics prob- available on all vehicles.
Page 93 $10araCTS Page 93 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST See the following, earlier in this • SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM (service brake assist) section, for more information: (service brake system) Appears if there is a problem - Brake System Warning Light Appears when the ignition is with the brake system.
Page 94 See your dealer for service. Note: This feature is only avail- able on CTS-V models. If your vehicle is equipped with the electric parking brake, this message appears when the electric parking brake system needs service.
Page 95 Note: This feature is only malfunctioning. Take the vehicle to the dealer available on CTS-V models. as soon as possible to have the If this message comes on and Appears when there is a system checked.
Page 96 $10araCTS Page 96 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls • SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT • SERVICE TIRE MONITOR • SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM (service theft SYSTEM (service tire monitor CONTROL (service traction deterrent system) system) control) Appears if there is a problem Appears when the tire pressure Appears when there is a with the theft deterrent system.
Page 97 $10araCTS Page 97 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • SERVICE TRANSMISSION • SHIFT TO PARK (shift to park) • SPEED LIMITED TO XXX (service transmission) KM/H (speed limited to xxx If your vehicle is equipped with km/h) Appears if there is a problem the keyless access system, this with the transmission.
Page 98 $10araCTS Page 98 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls • SPORT MODE (sport mode) • STABILITRAK COMPETITIVE • STABILITRAK NOT READY MODE (Stabilitrak competitive (Stabilitrak not ready) Appears when the vehicle is in mode) Sport Mode. When you begin driving, the Appears when the competitive STABILITRAK NOT READY The selected gear will be dis-...
Page 99 $10araCTS Page 99 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • STABILITRAK OFF (Stabilitrak - The stability system is • START ABORTED BY THEFT off) overheating due to DETERRENT (start aborted by continuous use for an theft deterrent) Appears when the stability extended period of time.
Page 100 Note: This feature is only Appears if the theft deterrent Note: This feature is only available on CTS-V models. system has detected a break-in available on CTS-V models. attempt while you were away Appears when the vehicle is in from the vehicle.
Page 101 $10araCTS Page 101 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 • TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE (tire • TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE One of the following displays learning active) (tire low add air to tire) will also appear to indicate which tire should be checked: Appears when the tire pressure Appears when the tire pressure...
Page 102 $10araCTS Page 102 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls If the vehicle does not have a Also see "Tire Pressure Monitor" • TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE spare tire, USE INFLATOR KIT under "Tires" in Section 4 for ENGINE (transmission hot idle IN TRUNK (use inﬂator kit in more information.
Page 103 $10araCTS Page 103 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 LIGHTS • TURN SIGNAL ON (turn • WASHER FLUID LOW ADD signal on) FLUID (washer ﬂuid low add The main light controls are on the ﬂuid) Appears to remind you that the steering column.
Page 104: Analog Clock
$10araCTS Page 104 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls AUDIO SYSTEM (IF ANALOG CLOCK 2. Press and release the button to increase the clock by one EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with an minute intervals until the analog clock located on the See "Audio System", later in this desired time is reached.
Page 105 $10araCTS Page 105 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 HOOD RELEASE PARKING BRAKE RELEASE The electric parking brake switch is located at the base of the gear shift Use the hood release handle, Your vehicle is equipped with lever.
Page 106: Hazard Warning Flasher
$10araCTS Page 106 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls On vehicles with rear-wheel drive, when the system senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction, it selectively applies the brakes and/or reduces engine power to limit wheel spin.
Page 107 Stabilitrak /Traction Control System Light flashes. The TC button is also used to If your vehicle is a CTS-V model, control the Stabilitrak system. You may feel or hear the system the button is located on the working, but this is normal.
Page 108: Competitive Driving Mode
The transmission could be To activate this mode, press the TC damaged. button twice. Damage to your transmission If your vehicle is a CTS-V model, would not be covered by the the button is located on the warranty. steering wheel. Otherwise, the...
Page 109 $10araCTS Page 109 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 If you use your CTS-V model for NOTICE competitive driving, the brake If you use your vehicle for fluid should be replaced with a competitive driving, your high-performance brake fluid that...
Page 110: Stabilitrak
Continue to steer in the direction engine. you want to go. If your vehicle is a CTS-V model, the button is located on the You may feel or hear the system steering wheel. Otherwise, the working, but this is normal.
Page 111: Accessory Power Outlets
$10araCTS Page 111 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 ■ ACCESSORY POWER More steering effort is required If your vehicle is in cruise control when the system is turned off. when the Stabilitrak system is OUTLETS activated, the cruise control will If the SERVICE STABILITRAK Outlets can be used to plug in automatically disengage.
Page 112 $10araCTS Page 112 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE Leaving electrical equipment Adding some electrical equip- Power outlets are designed for on for extended periods of time ment to your vehicle can accessory plugs only. Do not can drain your battery.
Page 113: Lights
$10araCTS Page 113 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 ■ LIGHTS Rotate the control to to turn off all the lights and activate the auto- The main light controls are on the matic headlight system. multifunction lever. Additional When activated, this automatic controls are on the instrument headlight feature turns your head-...
Page 114: Automatic Headlight System
$10araCTS Page 114 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Headlight High Beam The lights may also turn on when you drive through a low-light area. Flashing The lights will turn off when the This feature lets you flash your ignition is turned off.
Page 115: Lights On Reminder
$10araCTS Page 115 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Lights On Reminder Adaptive Forward Lighting The system is not immediately operable after starting the System If the ignition is off and you open vehicle. the driver's door while the lights' The Adaptive Forward Lighting The vehicle must be driven a short manual control is in either the...
Page 116: Automatic Headlight Leveling Control
$10araCTS Page 116 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Automatic Headlight Wiper Activated Headlights Leveling Control (If equipped) The headlight leveling is If the automatic lights control is controlled automatically, on, the headlights and parking depending on the load the vehicle lights will automatically come on is carrying.
Page 117: Fog Lights
$10araCTS Page 117 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 The band returns to its original position when released. Your vehicle's parking lights must be on in order for the fog lights to operate. When the fog lights are on, the Fog Lamp Light on the instrument –...
Page 118: Curbside Parking Lights
$10araCTS Page 118 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Curbside Parking Lights Illuminated Entry System To illuminate the front position lamp and the rear taillight on the This feature makes it easier for The interior lights will come on for left side of your vehicle, do the others to see your vehicle while it a while when you open any door...
Page 119: Instrument Light Dimmer
$10araCTS Page 119 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Reading Lights Rotate the knob all the way to the right to turn on the interior lights. The reading lights are located on If the headlights are turned on the overhead console.
Page 120: Heating And Air Conditioning System
$10araCTS Page 120 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls ■ HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Dual Zone Climate Control System The following pages describe how to operate your dual zone climate control system. This electronic, automatic air conditioning system allows the driver and the front seat passenger to independently select desired air...
Page 121 $10araCTS Page 121 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 AUTOMATIC MODE 3. Wait for the system to adjust In cold weather, the system will the temperature. delay turning on the fan to avoid In automatic mode, all you have to blowing cold air into the vehicle.
Page 122 $10araCTS Page 122 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls TEMPERATURE CONTROL Dual zone climate control systems allow the driver and the front seat passenger to independently select desired air temperatures. Driver Temperature Control Press the up or down arrow on the driver’s side to adjust the temperature for the driver’s side.
Page 123 $10araCTS Page 123 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Press to reactivate the The blending mode directs This mode divides airﬂow automatic mode. airflow through both the between the windshield instrument panel outlets defroster vents, the ﬂoor If there is a reduction in the airflow and the floor outlets.
Page 124 $10araCTS Page 124 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Use this mode in cold weather to remove fog or ice from the windshield. Most of the air is directed through the windshield defroster outlets, with a small amount directed through the side window defogger outlets.
Page 125 $10araCTS Page 125 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Press to turn off the recircula- Air Conditioning Mode Remote-Start Climate Control tion feature and circulate outside Operation (If equipped) Press to override the air into your vehicle. automatic mode and turn the air This feature may automatically The indicator light comes on to conditioning compressor off and...
Page 126: Sensors
$10araCTS Page 126 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls When the ignition is turned to ON, the climate control system will return to settings used before the vehicle was last turned off. Also, the heated seats (if equipped) will turn off.
Page 127: Air Outlets
$10araCTS Page 127 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Air Outlets Air Quality Sensor (If equipped) Under certain conditions, the sensor may not activate the If your vehicle is equipped with an Angle the outlets up, down, right recirculation mode, such as during air quality sensor, the climate or left to direct airflow as desired.
Page 128: Operating Tips
$10araCTS Page 128 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Operating Tips If the defogger is reactivated immediately after completion of Before using the air conditioning the initial cycle, it will only run for system, open the windows for a ten minutes at a time.
Page 129: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
$10araCTS Page 129 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Passenger Compartment The access panel for the filter is on NOTICE the passenger's side of the engine Air Filter Don't use a razor blade or compartment, below the hood at A disposable passenger anything else that is sharp on the base of the windshield.
Page 130: Audio System
$10araCTS Page 130 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls ■ AUDIO SYSTEM (IF NOTICE NOTICE EQUIPPED) Added audio or communication Cellular phone usage may equipment could interfere with cause interference with your CAUTION the operation of the vehicle's vehicle's radio.
Page 131 $10araCTS Page 131 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Otherwise, your vehicle is equipped with the following sound system: • RDS Sound System with 6-Disc CD Player (MP3 Compatible) The following pages describe the sound system in your vehicle, and –...
Page 132: Sound Controls
$10araCTS Page 132 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls RDS features are only available for use on FM stations which broad- cast RDS information. In areas where the Radio Data System is not available, your radio's RDS (Radio Data System) mode is not operable, and should not be activated.
Page 133 $10araCTS Page 133 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Automatic Volume Control You may choose between LOW MANUAL TONE ADJUSTMENT (low), MED (medium), HIGH This feature automatically To adjust the tone, do the follow- (high) and OFF (off). compensates for the increase in ing: road noise levels at higher speeds.
Page 134 $10araCTS Page 134 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls To quickly set a tone control to its Digital Signal Processing 2. Press the push-button under middle position, press and hold (If equipped) the desired setting. the push-button under BASS This feature is used to provide a - NORMAL (normal) (bass), MID (midrange), or TREB...
Page 135 $10araCTS Page 135 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 ADJUSTING THE SPEAKERS 3. After choosing the desired To quickly set a speaker control to control, rotate the TUNE/ its middle position, press and hold To adjust the speaker balance or TONE (tune/tone) knob to the the push-button under the desired fade, do the following:...
Page 136: Radio Controls
$10araCTS Page 136 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Radio Controls FINDING A STATION Band Selection Press the FM/AM button to change between the AM and FM bands. Tuning Rotate the TUNE/TONE (tune/ tone) knob to the right to go to a higher station and to the left to go to a lower station.
Page 137 $10araCTS Page 137 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Local Station List Presetting Stations To set up the number of "Favorites" pages, do the Press the MENU/SELECT (menu/ Your sound system allows you to following: select) knob to display a list of local store up to 36 preset stations using stations.
Page 138 $10araCTS Page 138 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls To store a radio station to a To recall a preset station from a INFORMATION BUTTON preset list, do the following: mixed-band list, do the Press INFO to view additional text following: 1.
Page 139 $10araCTS Page 139 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 SOURCE SELECTION RADIO DATA SYSTEM (RDS) When you are tuned to an RDS station, the station name will Press CD to switch from the radio RDS is not available in the region appear on the display instead of to the CD changer.
Page 140: 6-Disc Cd Changer
$10araCTS Page 140 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls 6-Disc CD Changer Be sure never to touch the signal If an error message ever appears surface when handling discs. Pick on the display, see "Error Messag- With the compact disc changer, up discs by grasping the outer es"...
Page 141 $10araCTS Page 141 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 LOADING AND REMOVING To load two or more compact Ejecting Discs DISCS discs: Press and release to eject the With the compact disc changer, 1. Press and hold the load but- disc that is currently playing.
Page 142 $10araCTS Page 142 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls PLAYING A COMPACT DISC Fast Forward/Reverse Random Playback Use the volume, tone, and speaker Press and hold the FWD or Press the push-button under controls just as you do for the REV button to move quickly SHUFFLE (shuffle) to hear the radio.
Page 143 $10araCTS Page 143 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Seeking Display Control Playing MP3 or WMA Format Push the SEEK right arrow button Press INFO to view additional text to move quickly to the beginning information related to the current See "Playing MP3 or WMA Format of the next track.
Page 144: Playing Mp3 Or Wma Format Cds
$10araCTS Page 144 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Playing MP3 or WMA SOURCE SELECTION • 112 kbps Format CDs Press CD to switch from the radio • 128 kbps to the CD changer. The player will recognize MP3 and •...
Page 145 $10araCTS Page 145 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 If you burn your own MP3 or WMA The player will be able to read and Organize songs by album using disc on a personal computer: play a maximum of 50 folders, 50 one folder for each album.
Page 146 $10araCTS Page 146 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Root Directory No Folder Order of Play The root directory will be treated When the CD only contains The first track under the root direc- as a folder. If the root directory compressed audio files without tory will play first.
Page 147 $10araCTS Page 147 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Playlists can be changed by File System and Naming Preprogrammed Playlists pressing the next and previous The displayed song title is taken The radio will recognize prepro- folder buttons. from the file's ID3 tag.
Page 148 $10araCTS Page 148 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls PLAYING AN MP3 AUDIO FILE Seeking Previous/Next Folder Press the load button Rotate the TUNE/TONE (tune/ To move ahead to the first track in tone) knob to the right or left to go the next folder, press the push- When the message appears on the to the next or previous track.
Page 149: Care Of Your Compact Disc Player
$10araCTS Page 149 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 CARE OF YOUR COMPACT Fast Forwarding/Rewinding Random Playback DISC PLAYER Press and hold the FWD or Press the push-button under REV button to move quickly SHUFFLE (shuffle) to hear the Do not add labels to discs.
Page 150: Care Of Your Compact Discs
$10araCTS Page 150 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls CARE OF YOUR COMPACT ERROR MESSAGES Do not add paper labels to discs. They could get caught in the DISCS If DISC ERROR appears and/or the compact disc player. disc comes out, it means there is When playing any compatible If any error occurs repeatedly or if...
Page 151: Portable Audio Device
$10araCTS Page 151 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 PORTABLE AUDIO DEVICE Volume Control Source Selection Rotate the VOL (volume/power) Press AUX to select the auxiliary A portable audio player such as an knob to the right to increase the device source.
Page 152: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Source Selection (If equipped) Note: This feature is not available on CTS-V models. Press to switch between the available audio sources: • AM Band • FM Band •...
Page 153 $10araCTS Page 153 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Volume Control Steering Wheel Mute Control/Navigation System Press the top or bottom of the Voice Recognition Button (If volume button to increase or equipped) decrease the volume. With the navigation system, button controls the voice recognition system.
Page 154: Anti-Theft Feature
$10araCTS Page 154 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls ■ NAVIGATION SYSTEM ANTI-THEFT FEATURE DIVERSITY ANTENNA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage radio theft by The multi-band antenna is located The navigation system is located at learning a portion of the Vehicle on the roof of the vehicle.
Page 155: Controls Mounted On Steering Wheel/Column
$10araCTS Page 155 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 ■ CONTROLS MOUNTED ON STEERING WHEEL/ COLUMN You will find the following controls mounted on the steering wheel or steering column. – Multifunction Lever Use this lever to control the following features: •...
Page 156: Horn
$10araCTS Page 156 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Horn Telescopic and Tilt Steering Wheel Control Sound the horn by pressing the horn symbols on your steering You can change the angle and wheel. depth of the steering wheel to your desired position.
Page 157: Steering Wheel Controls
$10araCTS Page 157 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Steering Wheel Controls ® • Stabilitrak Button/Traction Control Button (CTS-V Model Your vehicle is equipped with Only) steering wheel-mounted controls for the following systems: Press and release the TC button to turn the system off.
Page 158 $10araCTS Page 158 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls • Audio System See the following in Section 3 for more information: Your vehicle is equipped with steering wheel-mounted radio - Automatic Transmission Tap controls. See "Audio System" Up/Tap Down Shift Controls earlier in this section for more information.
Page 159: Multifunction Lever
$10araCTS Page 159 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 An arrow on the instrument panel If the arrows don't turn on at all will flash three times in the when you signal a turn or lane direction of the turn or lane change, check for burned out change.
Page 160: High-Low Beam Control
$10araCTS Page 160 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls High-Low Beam Control Pull the multifunction lever toward you to select low-beams or push it away from you to select the high-beam headlights. When the high beams are on, an indicator light on the instrument cluster will also be on.
Page 161: Rain Sensitive Wipers
$10araCTS Page 161 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Rain Sensitive Wipers (If For steady wiper cycles, push the Wiper Arm Assembly Protection stalk upward to 1 (low speed) or 2 equipped) Turn the wipers off before going (high speed), depending on the through a car wash to disable the The rain sensitive wiper system can...
Page 162: Wiper Activated Headlights
$10araCTS Page 162 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Wiper Activated Headlights For refilling the windshield washer reservoir, see "Windshield Washer If the automatic lights control is Fluid" in Section 4 for information. on, the headlights and parking lights will automatically come on CAUTION when the windshield wipers have...
Page 163: Cruise Control
$10araCTS Page 163 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 CAUTION It is dangerous to use cruise control in heavy traffic, or on slippery or winding roads. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about – 40 km/h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.
Page 164 $10araCTS Page 164 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the Stabilitrak system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disen-...
Page 165 $10araCTS Page 165 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 – To Get Out of Cruise Control To turn off cruise control and erase To Go Back to Your Set Speed the set speed memory, do one of To temporarily turn off cruise If you have temporarily turned off the following: control without erasing the set...
Page 166 $10araCTS Page 166 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls When you press the RES (resume/ accelerate) button to return to your chosen speed, don't hold the button down. If you hold it, the vehicle will accelerate and continue to gain speed.
Page 167 $10araCTS Page 167 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 To Pass Another Vehicle When Using Cruise Control on Hills You're in Cruise Control How well the cruise control system Just use the accelerator pedal will work on hills depends on when you need more speed.
Page 168: Mirrors
$10araCTS Page 168 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls ■ MIRRORS The passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from Outside Mirrors the driver’s seat. Adjust the outside mirrors with the control on the door so that a little CAUTION of the vehicle and the area next to...
Page 169 $10araCTS Page 169 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 When you are finished, press Heated Mirror button again to deselect The outside mirrors are heated the mirror. every time the rear defogger is For information on programming activated. two sets of outside mirror positions See "Rear Window Defogger"...
Page 170: Inside Day/Night Mirror
$10araCTS Page 170 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Inside Day/Night Mirror A disengaged mirror may shake or Automatic Inside Day/Night flutter at normal driving speeds Mirror NOTICE and may not stay in position. Your vehicle is equipped with the If a mirror ever becomes fully automatic inside rearview Do not spray glass cleaner...
Page 171: Vanity Mirrors
$10araCTS Page 171 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 ■ WINDOWS Vanity Mirrors CAUTION There are vanity mirrors located on CAUTION Do not leave children in the the sun visors. When you lift the vehicle with the ignition key or cover, the lights around the mirror Leaving children, helpless a transmitter.
Page 172: Power Windows
$10araCTS Page 172 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls To activate the express open mode CAUTION (Continued) and open the window all the way, Children can be seriously press the front of the switch all the injured or killed if caught in the way down to the second position path of a closing window.
Page 173 $10araCTS Page 173 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 To stop the window while it is To reprogram a window once Anti-Pinch Feature closing, tap the switch or pull the electrical power is restored: If a head, hand or another object is switch up briefly.
Page 174 $10araCTS Page 174 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls You can control the passenger CAUTION windows with the switches on the Lifting and holding the power driver’s door armrest while this window control will override feature is activated. the anti-pinch feature.
Page 175: Doors
$10araCTS Page 175 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 ■ DOORS Manual Door Locks CAUTION (Continued) From the inside, use the manual CAUTION • If the doors are unlocked, door lock on the rear doors to lock your chances of being thrown Unlocked doors can be and unlock each rear door out of the vehicle in a crash...
Page 176: Power Door Locks
$10araCTS Page 176 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Central Unlocking System From the outside, press the lock or unlock button on the transmitter When unlocking the driver's door to lock or unlock the driver's door. from the outside with the key, you can unlock the other doors by The door locks can be holding the key in the unlock...
Page 177 $10araCTS Page 177 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 If the theft deterrent system is Delayed Locking When the power door lock switch armed, remember to unlock the or the lock button on the This feature allows you to delay doors with a transmitter to avoid transmitter is pressed while a door vehicle locking for 5 seconds in the...
Page 178: Central Door Lock System
$10araCTS Page 178 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Central Door Lock System Programmable Automatic If a door is unlocked after the doors have already automatically Door Locks Locking the driver’s door will lock locked, the door will not lock all the doors.
Page 179: Anti-Lockout Feature
$10araCTS Page 179 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Anti-lockout Feature The lock and unlock positions are shown on a label near the lock. If your vehicle is equipped with a When the security lock is engaged, removable ignition key, when the you can lock and unlock the rear power door lock switch is pressed doors using the transmitter, the...
Page 180: Trunk Area
$10araCTS Page 180 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls ■ TRUNK AREA Security Lock Activation To activate this feature, use any CAUTION key to turn the rear door security lock to the horizontal position, and It can be very dangerous to then close the door.
Page 181 $10araCTS Page 181 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 If the vehicle is locked, the trunk The handle is located at the rear of 2. Reach up through the trunk will open only if a recognized the trunk. compartment to ﬁnd the keyless access transmitter is within release handle.
Page 182: Rear Seat Pass-Through Door
$10araCTS Page 182 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Rear Seat Pass-Through Emergency Trunk Release Door (If equipped) Handle If the vehicle has the rear seat pass- NOTICE through door, the trunk can be accessed through the rear seat. The emergency trunk release This is useful when transporting handle should not be used to...
Page 183: Convenience Net
$10araCTS Page 183 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 ■ OVERHEAD AREA AND Convenience Net Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (If ROOF The optional net, which should be equipped) installed in the rear area, is Sun Visors designed to prevent small things, If your vehicle is equipped with a such as grocery bags, from falling tire sealant and compressor kit,...
Page 184: Sunroof
$10araCTS Page 184 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls Sunroof (If equipped) From the vent position, press the back of the sunroof switch again to For the sunroof to operate, the open the sunroof to the full-open ignition must be on or in the position.
Page 185 $10araCTS Page 185 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 To activate the sunshade’s express Anti-Pinch Feature mode, press and release the rear of If a head, hand or another object is the left switch to express open or in the way of the sunroof or press and release the front of the sunshade as it is closing, the...
Page 186: Storage
$10araCTS Page 186 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls ■ STORAGE Instrument Panel Storage Cupholders Compartment (If equipped) Your vehicle has many storage There are two cupholders at the compartments. front of the center console. There may be a storage compart- ment located at the center of the To open the cupholder, push on Center Console Storage...
Page 187: Ashtray And Lighter
$10araCTS Page 187 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 ■ ASHTRAY AND ■ RETAINED ACCESSORY NOTICE LIGHTER POWER Do not put papers and other Your vehicle may be equipped Your vehicle has retained accesso- things that burn into the with two removable ashtrays.
Page 188: Battery Rundown Protection
$10araCTS Page 188 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls ■ BATTERY RUNDOWN ■ ELECTRIC POWER Exterior Lights PROTECTION MANAGEMENT If the manual light control is left on when the ignition is turned off, the This feature is designed to protect This system monitors the tempera- exterior lights will turn off your vehicle's battery.
Page 189 $10araCTS Page 189 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 This system monitors the electrical Using the accessory power outlets To help reduce electrical load, turn load of the vehicle's battery and or pulling a trailer will also produce off all unneeded accessories, such automatically increases the idle heavy electrical loads.
Page 190: Object Detection
$10araCTS Page 190 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls ■ OBJECT DETECTION CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) Use care when parking your The system is not designed to ULTRASONIC REAR vehicle. Always check for detect children, pedestrians, PARKING ASSIST people, other vehicles and bicyclists or pets.
Page 191: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (Without Light Display)
$10araCTS Page 191 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 Ultrasonic Rear Parking This system may not be available A single chime will sound to let or interference may occur as a Assist (Without Light you know the system is active. result of any of the following Display) The system uses a series of chimes...
Page 192: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (With Light Display)
$10araCTS Page 192 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls • The system sensors or the rear If the system does not activate bumper are damaged. because of a temporary condition, the following message will appear Take the vehicle to the dealer in the Driver Information Center as soon as possible to have the display:...
Page 193 $10araCTS Page 193 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 The system uses a combination of Use the following chart to inter- This system may not be available display lights and chimes to warn pret the display warnings and or interference may occur as a you as the rear of the vehicle determine the distance between...
Page 194: Memory Feature
$10araCTS Page 194 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls ■ MEMORY FEATURE (IF • The system sensors or the rear If the system does not activate bumper are damaged. because of a temporary condition, EQUIPPED) the following message will appear Take the vehicle to the dealer The memory feature allows two in the Driver Information Center...
Page 195 $10araCTS Page 195 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 1 To put a position in memory: You can also use the Driver Infor- Memory recall can be stopped by mation Center to program the pressing any of the following: 1.
Page 196 $10araCTS Page 196 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Instrumentation and Controls If something blocks the seat or You can also use the Driver Infor- steering column while recalling a mation Center to select when the memory position, the feature may easy exit position will be recalled.
Page 197 $10araCTS Page 197 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM –– Section 2 - Seats and Restraints Seat Controls ..........198 Supplemental Restraints ....... 217 Manual Seat Controls ........198 Safety Belt Pretensioners ....... 218 Power Seat Controls ........200 Air Bag System..........218 Heated Front Seats ........203 Passenger Sensing System......
Page 198: Seats And Restraints
$10araCTS Page 198 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints CAUTION A seat that is not locked into place properly could move during a sudden stop or collision. People in the vehicle could be injured. Make sure the seat is locked in place.
Page 199 People in the vehicle equipped) – could be injured. Make sure the If your vehicle is a CTS-V model, it seat is locked in place. may be equipped with this feature. To lengthen or shorten the seat extension, do the following: 1.
Page 200: An Power Seat Controls
$10araCTS Page 200 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints The rear part of the switch makes the rear of the seat go up or down. Move the entire switch up or down to make the whole seat move up or down.
Page 201 $10araCTS Page 201 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 CAUTION Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when the seatback is excessively reclined.
Page 202 $10araCTS Page 202 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints Power Bolsters Control MEMORY SEAT, MIRRORS AND STEERING COLUMN (IF Press the top or bottom of control EQUIPPED) to increase or decrease support in the seat cushion bolsters. The memory feature allows two different drivers (Driver 1 and Press the top or bottom of control...
Page 203: Heated Front Seats
$10araCTS Page 203 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 Heated Front Seats (If equipped) CAUTION If you are unable to feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low – temperatures.
Page 204: Heated And Ventilated Front Seats
$10araCTS Page 204 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints Heated and Ventilated Front Seats (If equipped) CAUTION If you are unable to feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures.
Page 205: Head Restraints
$10araCTS Page 205 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 CAUTION Do not remove the head restraint. Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of neck or spinal injuries in case of a collision. – Make sure the head restraint is installed on the seatback and properly adjusted before Head Restraints...
Page 206: Rear Seats
$10araCTS Page 206 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seatback (If equipped) NOTICE Your vehicle may have a split rear seat which can be folded down for Damage to the rear seat or additional cargo space.
Page 207: Safety Belts
$10araCTS Page 207 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 Rear Seat Pass-Through Door (If CAUTION equipped) If the seatback isn't locked, it If your vehicle is equipped with the could move forward in a rear seat pass-through door, fold sudden stop or crash.
Page 208 $10araCTS Page 208 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints To determine whether a child is CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) ready to transition out of a booster In the same crash, you might Do not allow anyone to ride in into a rear seat, see "Older not be injured if you are buck- any area of the vehicle that is...
Page 209: Lap/Shoulder Belt
$10araCTS Page 209 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 The lap/shoulder belt may lock 4. Push the latch plate into the if you pull it out very quickly. buckle until it clicks. Make To unlock it, let the belt go sure the release button on the back slightly then pull it across buckle faces upward or...
Page 210 $10araCTS Page 210 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints 6. Pull on the shoulder section to To unlatch the belt: The lap/shoulder belt should be adjust the lap ﬁt. worn as shown above. • Push the button on the buckle. For smaller occupants, you Before you close the door, make CAUTION...
Page 211 $10araCTS Page 211 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 When using a safety belt, sit up To move the height adjuster up, straight and keep your feet on the just push up on the shoulder belt floor in front of you. guide.
Page 212 $10araCTS Page 212 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Comfort Guides (If To install the comfort guide: 2. Place the guide over the belt, equipped) inserting the belt edges into 1. Pull the elastic cord out from the slots of the guide.
Page 213 $10araCTS Page 213 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 4. Buckle, position and release CAUTION the safety belt as you would The shoulder belt should go normally. over the shoulder and across Make sure the shoulder por- the chest. These parts of the tion of the belt is midway over body are best able to take belt the shoulder and across the...
Page 214: Safety Belt Extension
$10araCTS Page 214 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extension Care of Safety Belts To remove the comfort guide: 1. Squeeze the belt edges If the safety belt is not long Keep the safety belts clean and together and remove the belt enough to fasten around you, your dry.
Page 215: Replacing Safety Belts
$10araCTS Page 215 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 Replacing Safety Belts If you are in a collision serious enough to deploy the air bags, any CAUTION belt worn during the collision must be replaced. A crash can damage the Your vehicle is equipped with restraint systems so that they safety belt pretensioners.
Page 216: Safety Belt Reminder
$10araCTS Page 216 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints If the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion, an extended chime will sound and the safety belt light will flash. After several seconds, the light will stop flashing and stay on until the driv- er's safety belt is buckled.
Page 217: Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
$10araCTS Page 217 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 ■ SUPPLEMENTAL When you start the vehicle, a chime will come on for several RESTRAINTS seconds to remind the front passenger to fasten their safety CAUTION belt. The passenger safety belt A crash can damage the reminder light will also flash.
Page 218: Safety Belt Pretensioners
$10araCTS Page 218 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Pretensioners Frontal air bags are not designed to inflate at all in rollovers, rear Your vehicle is equipped with collisions, or in many side crashes. safety belt pretensioners. Pretensioners help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal or...
Page 219 $10araCTS Page 219 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 In a rollover event, roof-rail airbag deployment is determined by the direction of the roll. Rollover capable roof-mounted side impact air bags help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollover events, although no system can prevent all such –...
Page 220 $10araCTS Page 220 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints Accident statistics show that CAUTION CAUTION children are safer when properly Both the safety belt restraint secured in a rear seat in the correct A child in a rear-facing child system and the air bag restraint child restraint for their weight and restraint in the front passenger...
Page 221 $10araCTS Page 221 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Although your vehicle is If, however, you secure a If you are too close to an equipped with a passenger air forward-facing child restraint in inflating air bag, it could bag deactivation feature which the front passenger seat, be seriously injure you.
Page 222 $10araCTS Page 222 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Do not attach anything to the Do not secure anything to the When an air bag inflates, there area from where the air bag roof of your vehicle by routing may be dust in the air.
Page 223 $10araCTS Page 223 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 The air bag only inflates once. It NOTICE CAUTION must be replaced after a collision. Let only qualified technicians work Do not damage the air bag For up to ten seconds after the on the air bag system.
Page 224: Passenger Sensing System
$10araCTS Page 224 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints When you turn the ignition to ON or START, the air bag "on" and "off" indicators will appear briefly in the passenger sensing system status bar (located on the instrument panel).
Page 225 $10araCTS Page 225 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 The passenger sensing system will It is important to note that for turn off the passenger frontal some children, including children air bag under the following in child restraints, and for very conditions: small adults, the system may or may not turn off the air bag,...
Page 226 $10araCTS Page 226 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints See the following, later in this If the front passenger’s seat gets CAUTION section, for more information: wet, dry it immediately. Keep the area under the • System Operation with a Child •...
Page 227 $10araCTS Page 227 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 If the passenger seat is wet, do not System Operation with a Child secure a child restraint or allow Restraint anyone to occupy the front Accident statistics show that passenger’s seat if the air bag light children are safer when properly is on.
Page 228 $10araCTS Page 228 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) Although your vehicle is It is therefore recommended A child in a forward-facing child equipped with a passenger air that children in child restraints restraint in the front passenger bag deactivation feature which and older children who are...
Page 229 $10araCTS Page 229 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 When the vehicle is started with a A thick layer of material (such as a child restraint installed in the front blanket) or aftermarket equipment passenger seat, the "off" indicator (such as seat covers, heaters or should appear in the passenger massagers) located between the...
Page 230 $10araCTS Page 230 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints See "Head Restraints" earlier in this If a person of adult size is sitting in section for more information. the front passenger seat and the passenger air bags remain CAUTION deactivated, it may be because the person is not sitting properly in the...
Page 231 $10araCTS Page 231 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 If the passenger sensing system Make sure the passenger sits in an CAUTION does not recognize that a person upright position, centered on the of adult size is sitting in the seat, seat cushion with his/her legs If the air bag light stays on or turn the vehicle off.
Page 232 $10araCTS Page 232 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints If your vehicle is equipped with the CAUTION remote-start feature, you may not see the system self-check when If the air bag light stays on or using the vehicle remote-start comes on while you are driving, feature to start the engine.
Page 233: Child Restraints
$10araCTS Page 233 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) After installing a child restraint, An unsecured child restraint pull the shoulder belt all the may be tossed about the way out of the retractor to set vehicle in a collision or sudden the lock.
Page 234 $10araCTS Page 234 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints The restraint manufacturer’s instructions should state the weight and height limitations for the particular restraint. CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. In a crash, an infant in a rear- facing child restraint settles into the restraint, so the crash forces...
Page 235 $10araCTS Page 235 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION A young child’s hip bones are A child can be seriously injured If a child restraint is not still so small that the vehicle’s or killed in a crash if the child is properly secured in the vehicle, regular safety belt may not not properly secured in the...
Page 236 $10araCTS Page 236 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints When you pull the shoulder Push and pull the child restraint in Also, do not use a child restraint portion of some passenger lap/ different directions to make sure it that requires the top strap to be shoulder belts all the way out, the is secure.
Page 237 $10araCTS Page 237 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) A child in a forward-facing child Although your vehicle is restraint in the front passenger equipped with a passenger air seating position could be bag deactivation feature which seriously injured or killed if the is designed to turn off the passenger's air bag inflates and...
Page 238 $10araCTS Page 238 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints OLDER CHILDREN CAUTION CAUTION Older children who have In fact, because the risk to a When the vehicle is started with outgrown booster seats should rear-facing child is so great if a child restraint installed in the sit in a rear seat, restrained by a the air bag deploys, there is a...
Page 239 $10araCTS Page 239 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 To determine whether a child is • With the child sitting all the • Does the lap belt ﬁt low and ready to transition out of a booster way back on the seat, with snug on the hips, touching the into a rear seat, check your local knees bent at the seat edge,...
Page 240 $10araCTS Page 240 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints • Can the proper safety belt ﬁt Otherwise, in a crash, the belt CAUTION be maintained for the duration would apply force to the child’s of the trip? abdomen.
Page 241 $10araCTS Page 241 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 To use the system, you need a CAUTION child restraint that has attaching points at its base (and possibly a If a child restraint is not top strap). attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be Use this system instead of the able to protect a child sitting...
Page 242 $10araCTS Page 242 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints TOP STRAP CAUTION A child restraint may have a top Do not install a child restraint strap. using only the top strap anchor. Some top strap-equipped child Make sure that the child restraints are designed for use with restraint is properly installed or without the top strap being...
Page 243 $10araCTS Page 243 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 Child restraints that require the top strap to be anchored can only be used in the rear outboard seat- ing positions. There are no anchor brackets available for the front seating positions or the center rear seating position.
Page 244 $10araCTS Page 244 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints For a forward-facing child • If the seat has a ﬁxed head rest • If the seat has a ﬁxed head rest restraint, attach the top strap to or head restraint and the child or head restraint and the child the top strap anchor.
Page 245 $10araCTS Page 245 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 Securing a Child Restraint with NOTICE NOTICE Lower Attaching Points and Top Strap Contact between the child Folding an empty rear seat with restraint’s lower attachment the safety belts secured may CAUTION parts and the vehicle’s safety cause damage to the safety belt...
Page 246 $10araCTS Page 246 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Seats and Restraints 2. Place the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach the child restraint’s attachment points to the anchors in the vehicle, and tighten as necessary. Follow the instructions that come with the restraint.
Page 247 $10araCTS Page 247 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 2 4. For a forward-facing child To remove the child restraint, CAUTION restraint, attach the top strap unhook the top strap (if equipped) Each top strap anchor or set of to the top strap anchor.
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Page 249 $10araCTS Page 249 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM ––– Section 3 - Starting and Operating Instructions Star New Vehicle Break-In Period......251 Ignition Switch ..........275 ting Keys..............252 Retained Accessory Power ......278 Immobilizer...........254 Starting Instructions........278 Theft Deterrent System.........254 Engine Starting ..........
Page 250 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ......296 Tire and Loading Information Label ....308 Brake Adjustment..........297 Certification/Tire Label........309 Brake Pedal Travel .........297 Trailer Towing (CTS-V Model Only) ..... 310 Anti-Lock Brake System .........297 Trailer Towing (CTS Model Only)....310 Brake Assist ..........297 Hitches ............313 Parking Brake ..........298...
Page 251: New Vehicle Break-In Period
$10araCTS Page 251 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 ■ NEW VEHICLE • Do not let the engine labor. • To break-in new tires, drive at Never lug the engine in high moderate speeds and avoid BREAK-IN PERIOD gear at low speeds.
Page 252: Starting And Operating Instructions
$10araCTS Page 252 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions ■ KEYS CAUTION Do not leave children in the vehicle with the ignition key or a transmitter. If your vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Access System, vehi- cle ignition and starting func- tions could be activated if the Your vehicle’s ignition is operated...
Page 253 $10araCTS Page 253 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 If your vehicle is equipped with Note that the only lock cylinder is the rear seat pass-through on the driver’s door. door, this key will also unlock NOTICE the pass-through door. See "Rear Seat Pass-Through Door"...
Page 254: And Immobilizer
$10araCTS Page 254 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Immobilizer To arm the system using the power door lock switch or the Your vehicle is equipped with a remote keyless entry or keyless passive theft deterrent system. access transmitter, do the follow- If your vehicle has a removable ing:...
Page 255 $10araCTS Page 255 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 The alarm is not armed if you lock First, a pre-alarm will sound for Tamper Detection the doors with a key or the manual 10 seconds. The horn will chirp If the unlock button on the trans- lock lever.
Page 256: Er-Immobilizer
$10araCTS Page 256 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions IMMOBILIZER Immobilizer (Remote If a damaged or wrong key has been used, the system will not Keyless Entry System) Your vehicle is equipped with a allow the engine to start. If the passive theft deterrent system.
Page 257: Immobilizer (Keyless Access System)
$10araCTS Page 257 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Immobilizer (Keyless Access Programming Additional Keys If additional keys are to be programmed, repeat the previous System) 1. Verify that the new key has steps. stamped on it. If your vehicle has a removable Do not leave the key or the device ignition key, see "Immobilizer 2.
Page 258 $10araCTS Page 258 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions If a damaged or incorrectly If the ignition control knob does matched transmitter has been not rotate and the transmitter used, the system will not allow the appears to be undamaged, try engine to start.
Page 259: Remote Keyless Entry System
$10araCTS Page 259 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 ■ REMOTE KEYLESS The keyless entry transmitter also The numbers on the transmitters allows you to activate a vehicle correspond to memory buttons 1 ENTRY SYSTEM (IF locator, or to sound the vehicle's and 2.
Page 260: Transmitter Operation
$10araCTS Page 260 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Pressing the lock button on the Different feedback options may be keyless entry transmitter also arms chosen for keyless entry buttons. the theft deterrent system. See For more information, see "Feature "Theft Deterrent System"...
Page 261: Transmitter Range
$10araCTS Page 261 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Transmitter Range Trunk Release Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm Press and hold for one second Press and release to locate your At times you may notice a to unlatch the trunk. vehicle.
Page 262: Battery Replacement
$10araCTS Page 262 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Battery Replacement 3. Use a pencil or a similar non-metal object to remove If the system does not respond to the old battery. the remote transmitter from any 4.
Page 263: Matching Transmitters
$10araCTS Page 263 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Matching Transmitters Programming Additional 3. Press and hold the lock and Transmitters unlock buttons on the Matching transmitters to your transmitter together for about You will need to use the Driver vehicle may be necessary if you 15 seconds.
Page 264: Keyless Access System
$10araCTS Page 264 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions ■ KEYLESS ACCESS Your vehicle may be equipped CAUTION with a passive/active Keyless SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Do not leave children in the Access transmitter. If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle with the keyless access With this system you can press a removable ignition key, see...
Page 265 $10araCTS Page 265 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 The following passive functions are • Pull the rear door handle once The numbers on the transmitters also available when the transmitter to unlock all the doors. Pull the correspond to memory buttons 1 is within range: handle again to open the door.
Page 266: Transmitter Operation
$10araCTS Page 266 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Pressing the lock button on the The settings stored by the vehicle's transmitter also arms the theft memory feature (if equipped) can deterrent system. See "Theft also be recalled by pressing the Deterrent System"...
Page 267 $10araCTS Page 267 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Remote-Start (If equipped) Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm Trunk Release This feature is only available on Press and release to locate your Press and hold for one second vehicles equipped with an vehicle.
Page 268: Transmitter Range
$10araCTS Page 268 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Transmitter Range Battery Replacement At times you may notice a If the system does not respond to decrease in the range. This is the remote transmitter from any normal.
Page 269 $10araCTS Page 269 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 3. Put the new battery in positive NOTICE (+) side down. When replacing the battery, use Use the same type of battery as care not to touch any of the the old one.
Page 270: Matching Transmitters
$10araCTS Page 270 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Matching Transmitters Programming Additional 3. Remove the key from one of Transmitters the recognized transmitters. Matching transmitters to your You will need to use the Driver 4. Place the recognized vehicle may be necessary if you Information Center to program transmitters in the cupholder.
Page 271: Immobilizer
$10araCTS Page 271 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Immobilizer 7. Place the new, unrecognized 9. Press the ignition control knob transmitter in the center to exit programming mode. Your vehicle is equipped with a console transmitter pocket 10.
Page 272: Vehicle Remote-Start
$10araCTS Page 272 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Vehicle Remote-Start (If To start the vehicle using the remote-start feature, do the equipped) following: This feature is only available on 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicles equipped with an vehicle.
Page 273 $10araCTS Page 273 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 This feature may automatically When the ignition is turned to ON, During remote-start engine activate certain climate control the climate control system will runtime, do the following to functions when you use the return to normal operation.
Page 274 $10araCTS Page 274 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions If you do not transition the vehicle To end remote-start engine Do not use the remote-start to normal vehicle operation during runtime without transitioning to feature if your vehicle is low on the engine runtime provided normal vehicle operation, do any fuel.
Page 275: Ignition Switch
$10araCTS Page 275 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 ■ IGNITION SWITCH The remote-start feature will not For information on other operate under any of the following conditions which can affect the CAUTION conditions: performance of the transmitter, see "Transmitter Range"...
Page 276 $10araCTS Page 276 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions You can turn the ignition to one of the following four positions: 1. OFF (off) If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, turning to this position locks your ignition and transmission.
Page 277 $10araCTS Page 277 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 2. ACC (Accessory) 3. ON (on) NOTICE In this position, you can The ignition returns to the ON If your key seems stuck, first operate your electrical position after you start the make sure that the key is the accessories while the engine is engine and release the key or...
Page 278: Retained Accessory Power
$10araCTS Page 278 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions ■ STARTING Retained Accessory Power Engine Starting INSTRUCTIONS Your vehicle has retained accesso- Make sure the parking brake is ry power, which allows you to applied before starting the engine. NOTICE operate the following electrical To start a vehicle with an...
Page 279 $10araCTS Page 279 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 If your vehicle is equipped with an If your vehicle is equipped with an Allow enough time for the engine ignition control knob, apply the ignition control knob, the keyless to warm up and deliver oil to the regular brakes before turning the access transmitter must be in the...
Page 280: Engine Starting Problems
$10araCTS Page 280 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Engine Starting Problems Computer Controlled Cranking Turn the ignition to the ACC or System OFF position to stop cranking and Engine Flooding turn the engine off. This feature helps start the engine If your engine will not start or and protects the components.
Page 281 $10araCTS Page 281 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Keyless Access Transmitter Not With a manual transmission, push Detected the clutch pedal to the floor and put the transmission in neutral. If your vehicle is equipped with an The engine won't start if the clutch ignition control knob, the keyless pedal is not all the way down.
Page 282: Engine Block Heater
-18°C. could overheat and cause a fire. If your vehicle is a CTS model, the You could be seriously injured. cord is located in the engine Plug the cord into a properly compartment in front of the fuse grounded outlet.
Page 283: Transmission
$10araCTS Page 283 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Keep the heater plugged in for a CAUTION (Continued) minimum of four hours before starting the engine. Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is racing is Be sure to unplug and restow the dangerous.
Page 284 $10araCTS Page 284 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Your vehicle has an automatic CAUTION transmission shift lock control system. With the engine running, Do not leave your vehicle while you have to fully apply the regular the engine is running.
Page 285 $10araCTS Page 285 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 R (Reverse) N (Neutral) NOTICE Use this to back up. In this position, the engine doesn't Damage to your transmission connect with the wheels. You can At low vehicle speeds you can use caused by shifting out of use N (Neutral) to restart a stalled R (Reverse) to rock your vehicle...
Page 286 Spinning the tires too fast or EQUIPPED) transmission may cause skidding. holding the vehicle in one If your vehicle is a CTS-V model, in place on a hill using only the NOTICE D (Drive), the first forward gear accelerator pedal may damage...
Page 287 – To use this feature, move the shift It is normal for the transmission to If your vehicle is a CTS-V model, lever from the D (Drive) position to remain in a gear longer when the tracer lights around the the right, into the M (Manual sport mode is selected.
Page 288 The transmission will only allow with driver shift control switches you to shift into gears appropriate If your vehicle is a CTS model, the on the back of the steering wheel. for the vehicle speed and rpm. transmission will downshift...
Page 289: Manual Transmission
$10araCTS Page 289 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 If your vehicle is a CTS-V model, the tracer lights around the outside of the tachometer will indicate when to shift to the next higher gear for better performance and to avoid the engine speed limit.
Page 290 $10araCTS Page 290 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions If your vehicle is a CTS model, shift SHIFT SPEEDS NOTICE into 1 (first) only when vehicle CAUTION speed is below 40 km/h. If you skip a gear when you...
Page 291 EQUIPPED) Under harder acceleration, this – feature is disabled and the driver If your vehicle is a CTS model, this may select any gear. light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel –...
Page 292: All-Wheel Drive
$10araCTS Page 292 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions ■ ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (IF ■ VEHICLE PARKING Automatic Transmission (If equipped) EQUIPPED) Manual Transmission (If With this feature, engine power is NOTICE equipped) always sent to all four wheels. It is If you do not park your vehicle Place your manual transmission in fully automatic, and adjusts itself...
Page 293 $10araCTS Page 293 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 1. Set the parking brake. If you must leave your vehicle with CAUTION the engine running, check that the See "Parking Brake" later in this Avoid leaving your vehicle while shift lever is fully in P (Park).
Page 294 $10araCTS Page 294 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Torque Lock Shifting Out of P (Park) If you cannot shift out of P (Park), maintain brake application while If you park your vehicle on a hill, Your vehicle has an electronic shift you do the following: make sure to apply the parking...
Page 295: Traction
$10araCTS Page 295 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 ■ TRACTION ■ STEERING Stabilitrak ® System There are three systems that The system helps maintain Power Steering control the vehicle: steering, directional control under slippery brakes, and accelerator. To keep road conditions.
Page 296: Brakes
$10araCTS Page 296 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions ■ BRAKES Disc Brake Wear Indicators Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. If the engine stops as you're Your vehicle has disc brakes. driving, brake normally but don't CAUTION Disc brake pads have built-in wear...
Page 297: Brake Adjustment
The anti-lock brake system helps Note: This feature is not available whether or not the vehicle is you maintain directional stability on CTS-V models. moving, your brakes adjust for on wet or slippery road surfaces. It Your vehicle is equipped with a wear.
Page 298: Parking Brake
• If your vehicle is equipped with If your vehicle is a CTS model, the parking brake handle located on an electric parking brake, there parking brake pedal is located to...
Page 299 Make sure that the parking If the manual transmission is If your vehicle is a CTS-V model, brake is fully released and the not in a gear, the vehicle could your vehicle is equipped with an –...
Page 300 $10araCTS Page 300 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions The electric parking brake can Applying the Electric Parking always be activated even if the Brake ignition is off. The electric parking brake can be To avoid draining the battery, do applied any time the vehicle is not operate the electric parking stopped.
Page 301 $10araCTS Page 301 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 If the Brake System Warning Light The vehicle will decelerate as long does not come on, or it continues as the switch is held in the up flashing, have the vehicle serviced. position.
Page 302 $10araCTS Page 302 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions If the Brake System Warning Light If the warning light is flashing When the Electric Parking Brake is flashing continuously, then continuously, release the electric Light is on, full application of the either the electric parking brake is parking brake, and attempt to electric parking brake may take...
Page 303 $10araCTS Page 303 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Releasing the Electric Parking The electric parking brake is To release the electric parking Brake released when the Brake System brake when the Electric Parking Warning Light is off and the Brake Light is on, press down on To release the electric parking following message appears on the...
Page 304 $10araCTS Page 304 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Automatic Release of the Electric Using both feet, apply the clutch NOTICE Parking Brake and accelerator pedals in Do not drive with the parking preparation for moving the vehicle The electric parking brake will brake set.
Page 305: Suspension
$10araCTS Page 305 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 ■ SUSPENSION If you are towing a trailer and CAUTION parking on a hill, see the following The suspension system in your On vehicles with a manual in section 4: vehicle is designed to provide a transmission, releasing the •...
Page 306: Magnetic Ride Control
As driving conditions equipped) change, the system automatically Note: This feature is only available adjusts the ride and handling on CTS-V models. depending on speed, steering wheel angle, and road conditions. This feature allows you to select a suspension mode based on When you first start the engine or different driving conditions.
Page 307: Speed Limiter
This figure includes the weight of will return to normal. unsecured child restraints inside all occupants, cargo and all the vehicle. Try to secure If your vehicle is a CTS-V nonfactory-installed options. anything that is carried inside model, the tracer lights will flash as –...
Page 308: Tire And Loading Information Label
$10araCTS Page 308 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Also, see "Certification/Tire Label" The label is located below the door for additional tire and loading lock mechanism on the rear frame information. of the left front door. TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION It also tells how many people can SEATING CAPACITY...
Page 309: Certification/Tire Label
$10araCTS Page 309 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is Maximum Front and Rear Axle the maximum permissible loaded Weights This label shows the vehicle's Gross weight of the vehicle. It includes The label also shows the maximum Vehicle Weight Rating.
Page 310: Trailer Towing (Cts-V Model Only)
$10araCTS Page 310 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions ■ TRAILER TOWING ■ TRAILER TOWING (CTS CAUTION (CTS-V MODEL ONLY) MODEL ONLY) Things you put inside your vehi- Your vehicle is neither designed cle can strike and injure people CAUTION nor intended to tow a trailer.
Page 311 $10araCTS Page 311 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Only use towing equipment that • The Gross Combination Weight CAUTION (Continued) has been designed for the vehicle. Rating is the maximum Pulling a trailer improperly can permissible total loaded weight Installation of towing equipment damage your vehicle and result of both the vehicle and the...
Page 312 $10araCTS Page 312 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions • During the ﬁrst 800 km of • Use the cruise control when • You should not park vehicles trailer towing, don't drive over towing. with trailers on a grade (hill). 80 km/h and don't make full- However, if you must park on a •...
Page 313: Hitches
$10araCTS Page 313 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Hitches Safety Chains If you do get an overheat warning, see "Engine It's important to have the correct You should always attach chains Overheating" in Section 5 for hitch equipment. Sidewinds and between your vehicle and your instructions.
Page 314: Trailer Brakes
$10araCTS Page 314 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions Trailer Brakes Trailer Turn Signals Parking on Hills Trailer brakes of adequate size are NOTICE CAUTION required on trailers of more than 450 kilograms loaded weight. Making very sharp turns while When towing a trailer, avoid trailering could cause the trailer parking your vehicle on a hill.
Page 315: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
$10araCTS Page 315 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 Maintenance When Trailer You should not park vehicles with 5. Reapply the regular brakes. trailers on a grade (hill). However, Then apply your parking Towing if you must park on a grade, follow brake, and then shift to Your vehicle will need service more these steps:...
Page 316: Recreational Vehicle Towing
$10araCTS Page 316 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Starting and Operating Instructions ■ RECREATIONAL The most common methods for TOWING YOUR VEHICLE WITH recreational vehicle towing are: ALL FOUR WHEELS ON THE VEHICLE TOWING GROUND • towing your vehicle with all If you decide to tow your vehicle four wheels on the ground Your vehicle was not designed to...
Page 317 $10araCTS Page 317 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 3 TOWING YOUR VEHICLE WITH Use the following procedure: TOWING YOUR VEHICLE ON A TWO WHEELS ON THE GROUND PLATFORM TRAILER 1. Attach the dolly to the tow AND TWO WHEELS UP ON A vehicle.
Page 318 $10araCTS Page 318 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM...
Page 319 (All-Wheel Drive Vehicles) ......344 Service Parts Identification Label....380 Rear Axle Lubricant ........344 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......380 Rear Differential Cooler (CTS-V Model Only) ..345 Engine Compartment Fuse Block Power Steering Fluid ........345 (CTS-V Model Only)........387 Brake Master Cylinder Fluid......346 Rear Compartment Fuse Block Windshield Washer Fluid .......348...
Page 320: Service And Maintenance
$10araCTS Page 320 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance ■ MAINTENANCE ■ DOING YOUR OWN If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service GUIDELINES SERVICE WORK manual. The required maintenance CAUTION intervals vary considerably between climates, geographical You can be injured and the locations, terrain and driving...
Page 321: Accessories And Modifications
$10araCTS Page 321 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 ■ ACCESSORIES AND Add-on electrical equipment can Modifications to the control drain your battery, even if your module may cause problems or MODIFICATIONS vehicle is not operating. damage to vehicle components. Adding accessories to your vehicle The vehicle has an air bag system.
Page 322: Fuel
$10araCTS Page 322 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance NOTICE NOTICE Use clean fuel only. Contami- Do not use fuels containing nated fuel may reduce the life more than 10% ethanol in your of the fuel delivery system and vehicle.
Page 323 $10araCTS Page 323 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 The engine in your vehicle is For the V8 engine, use gasoline NOTICE designed to accept unleaded with a posted octane of 95 Fuel containing oxygenates, gasoline only. The use of leaded (research method) or higher.
Page 324 $10araCTS Page 324 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance The use of gasoline with an FUEL ADDITIVES Gasoline containing oxygenates, octane rating lower than that such as ethers and ethanol, Gasoline should contain detergent recommended may cause engine may be available in your area.
Page 325: Locking Fuel Door
$10araCTS Page 325 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Locking Fuel Door Filling the Tank Manual Fuel Door Release In case of an electrical system Your vehicle is equipped with a The cap is behind a locking fuel failure, you can use the manual locking fuel filler door.
Page 326 $10araCTS Page 326 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Make sure the fuel cap is properly If the fuel door is not securely installed. latched, the fuel door will not lock when the driver’s door is locked. If the fuel cap is not installed properly, the TIGHTEN GAS CAP CAUTION...
Page 327 $10araCTS Page 327 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 CAUTION NOTICE CAUTION If you open the cap rapidly If a new fuel cap is needed, be • Never ﬁll a portable fuel while pressure inside the tank is sure to get the right type of cap container while it is in your high, gasoline may spray out...
Page 328 $10araCTS Page 328 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance CAUTION CAUTION NOTICE Static electricity can ignite To allow room for fuel expan- Don't spill fuel on the vehicle's gasoline vapor. You can be sion in the fuel tank (caused by exterior surfaces.
Page 329: Hood Release
$10araCTS Page 329 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 CAUTION An electric cooling fan can start even if the engine is not running. Be careful around any underhood electric fan. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot –...
Page 330: Engine Compartment
Reverse the steps to reinstall the engine. They could start a fire cover. and you or others could be burned. Engine Cover (CTS Model Only) ENGINE COVER (IF EQUIPPED) To remove the engine cover, do Your vehicle may be equipped the following: with an engine cover that may 1.
Page 331 $10araCTS Page 331 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Engine Cover (CTS-V Model 2. Pull the cover forward until Only) the two sections of the engine cover separate. To access the engine oil and power steering fill caps, only the larger 3.
Page 332 $10araCTS Page 332 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance 3.6 L V6 ENGINE (3.0 L V6 ENGINE SIMILAR) When you open the hood, you'll see: 1. Windshield Washer Reservoir 2. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 3. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal 4.
Page 333 $10araCTS Page 333 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 6.2 L V8 ENGINE When you open the hood, you'll see: 1. Windshield Washer Reservoir 2. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 3. Remote Positive (+) Battery – Terminal 4. Remote (-) Negative Battery Terminal –...
Page 334: Engine Oil
$10araCTS Page 334 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance The oil level should be checked NOTICE each time you fill your fuel tank. Failure to use the recommend- If the Engine Oil Pressure Warning ed oil can result in engine Light comes on and/or the OIL damage not covered by your PRESSURE LOW -- STOP ENGINE...
Page 335 Be sure to check the oil level – dipstick. Add oil as required. Avoid often during competitive 3. If your vehicle is a CTS-V over-filling the engine since this driving and keep the level at or model and your vehicle is may cause engine damage.
Page 336 $10araCTS Page 336 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Oil meeting this standard will also Substitute oil not meeting GM have the American Petroleum Standard GM4718M should not Institute Starburst symbol on its be used for an oil change. container.
Page 337 $10araCTS Page 337 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Choosing the Right Oil Viscosity SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. Your vehicle requires the use of a synthetic oil meeting GM standard SAE 0W-30 GM4718M. Substitute oil not meeting GM SAE 5W-30 Standard GM4718M should not –...
Page 338 $10araCTS Page 338 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance If an oil meeting GM standard Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Engine Oil Change Intervals GM4718M is not available, use Flushes The required oil and oil filter an oil that meets the American Your engine should not need any change intervals vary considerably Petroleum Institute Service SM...
Page 339: Engine Coolant
$10araCTS Page 339 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Engine Coolant The oil and oil filter change After the oil change message intervals recommended in the comes on, change the engine oil CAUTION Maintenance Schedule for your as soon as possible within the next engine are based on the use of 1000 km.
Page 340 $10araCTS Page 340 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance The cooling system in your vehicle If you have to add coolant more CAUTION is designed to use a coolant (a than once or twice a year, have mixture of ethylene glycol, your cooling system checked.
Page 341: Section 5
$10araCTS Page 341 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 NOTICE CAUTION CAUTION This vehicle has a specific Adding only plain water or a Under some conditions the coolant fill procedure. Failure to liquid other than the recom- ethylene glycol in engine cool- follow this procedure could mended coolant can be ant is combustible.
Page 342: Automatic Transmission Fluid
$10araCTS Page 342 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Automatic Transmission INTERCOOLER SYSTEM (CTS-V 1. The vehicle must be on a level MODEL ONLY) surface. Fluid (If equipped) 2. Turn off the engine. It is not necessary to check the NOTICE transmission fluid in your vehicle.
Page 343: Manual Transmission Fluid
$10araCTS Page 343 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Manual Transmission Fluid The hydraulic clutch fluid system should be kept closed and sealed. (If equipped) Do not remove the cap to check It is not necessary to check the the fluid level or to top off the fluid transmission fluid in your vehicle.
Page 344: Transfer Case Lubricant (All-Wheel Drive Vehicles)
$10araCTS Page 344 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Transfer Case Lubricant Rear Axle Lubricant (All-Wheel Drive Vehicles) It is not necessary to regularly check the rear axle fluid unless you It is not necessary to regularly suspect there is a leak in the check the fluid unless you suspect system or you hear an unusual...
Page 345: Rear Differential Cooler (Cts-V Model Only)
$10araCTS Page 345 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Rear Differential Cooler (CTS-V Model Only) Your vehicle is equipped with a rear differential cooler system. The differential cooler is designed to reduce the temperature of the rear differential fluid during high –...
Page 346: Brake Master Cylinder Fluid
5. Remove the cap again and check the ﬂuid level on the 2. If your vehicle is a CTS-V dipstick. model and your vehicle is equipped with an engine The level should be between...
Page 347 $10araCTS Page 347 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 It is not a good idea to "top off" Check the master cylinder fluid If it is low, bring it up to the proper your brake fluid. Adding brake level if the SERVICE BRAKE level using DOT-3 fluid from a fluid will not correct a leak.
Page 348: Windshield Washer Fluid
$10araCTS Page 348 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Open the cap with the washer NOTICE symbol on it. • Don’t mix water with ready- See "Engine Compartment" earlier to-use washer ﬂuid. It could in this section to determine the freeze and damage washer location.
Page 349: Battery
$10araCTS Page 349 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Your vehicle is equipped with a CAUTION (Continued) battery that requires no periodic Batteries have acid that can maintenance. burn you and gas that can The battery is located in the trunk, explode.
Page 350: Air Cleaner/Filter
$10araCTS Page 350 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Air Cleaner/Filter After a power loss, such as Vehicle Storage disconnecting the battery or If the vehicle is driven infrequently, The engine air cleaner/filter removing the maxifuses in the fuse disconnect the cable from the assembly is located on the left side block, the following steps must be...
Page 351 $10araCTS Page 351 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 – To access the filter, do the 4. Disconnect the electrical 8. Remove the screws that secure following: connector from the air box. the air cleaner cover. – 1. Turn the ignition off. 5.
Page 352 $10araCTS Page 352 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance 11. Away from the vehicle’s engine compartment, lightly shake the ﬁlter to release loose dust and dirt. Change the filter if it remains caked with dirt. For the type of filter to use, see "Component Specifica- tions"...
Page 353 $10araCTS Page 353 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 15. Reinstall the cover. CAUTION NOTICE Tighten the screws. Operating the engine without Driving without the air filter 16. Install the hose on the air the air cleaner/filter properly properly installed may allow cleaner housing.
Page 354: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
$10araCTS Page 354 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance To remove and replace the air NOTICE filter: Using the heating and air 1. With the ignition on and conditioning system without the engine off, turn on the the passenger air filter installed windshield wipers.
Page 355: Starter Switch Check
CHECK start the engine in each gear. If your vehicle is a CTS model, CAUTION the parking brake pedal is The vehicle should start only in located to the left of the P (Park) or N (Neutral).
Page 356: Control System Check
CAUTION cle begins to move. If the shift lever moves out of When you are doing this If your vehicle is a CTS model, P (Park), see your dealer for inspection, the vehicle could the parking brake pedal is service.
Page 357: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
$10araCTS Page 357 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 ■ IGNITION ■ PARKING BRAKE AND See "Parking Brake" in Section 3 for information on how to properly TRANSMISSION LOCK P (PARK) MECHANISM set and release the parking brake. CHECK CHECK •...
Page 358: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
See "Engine Coolant" earlier in this section. Intercooler System ® 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL coolant. (CTS-V Model Only) Hydraulic Brake DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM part no. 88862806) System Windshield Washer ®...
Page 359 – Slip Differential) ments of GM 9986115. With a complete drain and refill add 118 ml (4 ounces) of (CTS Model Only) limited-slip axle lubricant additive (GM part no. 1052358) where required. Rear Axle (Limited- SAE 75W-90 Synthetic axle lubricant (GM part no. 89021677) meeting require- –...
Page 360 $10araCTS Page 360 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance ■ RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS (CONTINUED) USAGE FLUID / LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly, ® Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM part no. 12346293) or lubricant meeting Secondary Latch, requirements of NLGI grade 2, category LB or GC-LB. Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood, Door, and...
Page 361: Tires
$10araCTS Page 361 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 ■ TIRES CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high- Poorly maintained and • Do not overinﬂate your tires. quality tires made by a leading tire improperly used tires are Overinﬂated tires are more manufacturer.
Page 362 $10araCTS Page 362 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Your vehicle is equipped with CAUTION NOTICE low-profile tires. Do not use more than one Low-profile tires are more These tires are designed for very compact spare tire at a time on susceptible to damage from responsive driving on wet or dry your vehicle.
Page 363: Inflation
$10araCTS Page 363 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Inﬂation The air pressure indicated on the If you replace the original tires label as "cold" should be on your vehicle with tires of a See the tire information label for maintained for the tires to different size, the pressure listed your vehicle's tire inflation...
Page 364 $10araCTS Page 364 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance To check and adjust tire If the pressure is low, add air until NOTICE pressure: you reach the recommended Improper tire pressure pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are promotes adverse effects in tire properly inflated simply by looking If you overfill the tire, release air by...
Page 365: Tire Pressure Monitor
$10araCTS Page 365 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 HIGH SPEED OPERATION You must adjust the tire pressure for high-speed driving if the CAUTION vehicle is equipped with the following high-performance tire Driving at high speeds, sizes: 160 km/h or higher, puts an additional strain on tires.
Page 366 $10araCTS Page 366 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Sensors, located on each wheel Driving on a significantly under- except the compact spare tire and inflated tire causes the tire to wheel assembly, transmit tire overheat and can lead to tire pressure readings to a receiver in failure.
Page 367 $10araCTS Page 367 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 If the warning light or the message If you replace the original tires The low tire pressure warning light does not disappear, make sure to on your vehicle with tires of a will flash for 60 seconds and then check the tire pressure and inflate different size, the pressure listed...
Page 368: Section 5
$10araCTS Page 368 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance • The spare tire (if equipped) was • The original tires or wheels on If your vehicle is equipped with a installed on the vehicle. your vehicle were replaced tire sealant and compressor kit, the with tires or wheels not sealant in the tire sealant and...
Page 369 $10araCTS Page 369 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor NOTE: To reset the tire pressure monitor: Identification Codes Read through all of the 1. Set the parking brake. Each sensor has a unique following programming 2.
Page 370 $10araCTS Page 370 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance 5. Remove the valve cap from 6. Repeat the previous step for 8. Set the tire pressures to the the valve stem and increase or each of the remaining tires in correct level.
Page 371: Inspection And Rotation
$10araCTS Page 371 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Inspection and Rotation CAUTION Check your tires and wheels Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on regularly for unusual wear or the parts to which it is fastened, damage.
Page 372: Tire Replacement
$10araCTS Page 372 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Tire Replacement CAUTION The rubber in your vehicle's tires Incorrect wheel nuts or improp- degrades over time. This is also erly tightened wheel nuts can true for the spare tire (if cause the wheel to become equipped), even if it is not being loose and even come off.
Page 373 $10araCTS Page 373 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 If you can see the tread wear The tire information label says Make sure the replacement tire is indicators at three or more places what size tires you need. compatible with your tire pressure around the tire, you need a new monitoring system.
Page 374 $10araCTS Page 374 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Mixing sizes, brands or types of If you add different sized Never drive faster than the tires on your vehicle (other than wheels, and then if tires not speed for which your tires are the tire size/type originally recommended for those wheels...
Page 375: Tire Chains
$10araCTS Page 375 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Tire Chains CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION If you use bias-ply tires on your Use another type of traction vehicle, the wheel rim flanges device only if its manufacturer Do not use tire chains. could develop cracks after recommends it for use on your They could damage your vehi-...
Page 376: Summer Performance Tires
$10araCTS Page 376 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Summer Performance Tires Winter Tires When using winter tires on your vehicle, be sure to use them on all (If equipped) Your all season tires may not offer four wheels.
Page 377: Spare Tire
See "Tire Sealant and Compressor Use only new, GM original – Kit" in Section 5 for more equipment. See your dealer for If your vehicle is a CTS-V model, information. assistance. only use adhesive wheel weights to balance the wheels.
Page 378 $10araCTS Page 378 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance NOTICE CAUTION CAUTION The wrong wheel can cause Putting a used wheel on the Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on problems with bearing life, vehicle is dangerous. the parts to which it is fastened, brake cooling, speedometer or can make the wheel nuts...
Page 379: Vehicle Identification Number
$10araCTS Page 379 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 • The vehicle identiﬁcation CAUTION number may appear on the Incorrect wheel nuts or improp- right side of vehicle on the erly tightened wheel nuts can shock tower in the engine SAMPLE4UX1M072675 cause the wheel to become compartment.
Page 380: Service Parts Identification Label
$10araCTS Page 380 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance ■ SERVICE PARTS ■ FUSES AND CIRCUIT To access the fuse block, you must first open the trunk access panel. IDENTIFICATION LABEL BREAKERS See "Rear Compartment Fuse This label is located on the spare The wiring circuits in your vehicle Block"...
Page 381 $10araCTS Page 381 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 NOTICE Do not spill liquids on the vehicle’s electrical components, or damage may occur. Always reinstall the fuse block cover when you are done. – You can remove fuses with a fuse Look at the silver-colored band extractor.
Page 382 $10araCTS Page 382 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance . . . 382...
Page 383 $10araCTS Page 383 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Model Only) Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Relays Air Conditioning Spare Compressor Clutch Cooling Fan 2 Ignition 1 Windshield Washer Cooling Fan 1...
Page 384 $10araCTS Page 384 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Model Only) (Continued) Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected J Cases Mini-Fuses All-Wheel Drive (If equipped) Cooling Fan 2 Spare Transmission Control Cooling Fan 1...
Page 385 $10araCTS Page 385 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Model Only) (Continued) Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Air Conditioning ® Steering Wheel PASS-Key III+ Compressor Clutch Illumination Module; Body Not Used Front Fog Lights...
Page 386 $10araCTS Page 386 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance . . . 386...
Page 387: Engine Compartment Fuse Block (Cts-V Model Only)
$10araCTS Page 387 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V Model Only) Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Relays Not Used J Cases Cooling Fan 1 Not Used Cooling Fan 2 Cooling Fan 2...
Page 388 $10araCTS Page 388 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V Model Only) (Continued) Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Mini-Fuses Body Control Module Body Control Module Spare Cigarette Lighter Intercooler Pump Antilock Brake System...
Page 389 $10araCTS Page 389 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V Model Only) (Continued) Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Windshield Washer Navigation Motor Steering Wheel Pump Illumination Windshield Wiper Air Bag Switch Front Fog Lights...
Page 390: Rear Compartment Fuse Block (Cts Model Only)
Left Position Light Mini-Fuses Right Position Light Left Position Light Door Locks Rear Compartment Fuse Circuits Protected Trunk Release Block (CTS Model Only) Power Windows Trailer Position Light Circuits Protected Power Steering Rear Fog Lights Circuit Breakers Column Left Front Power Seat...
Page 391 $10araCTS Page 391 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Model Only) (Continued) Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Spare Audio System Passenger Door Speakers Module Sunroof Not Used Accessory Power Right Position Light...
Page 392: Rear Compartment Fuse Block (Cts-V Model Only)
Right Position Light Trunk Release Rear Fog Lights Side Marker Lights Left Position Light Rear Compartment Fuse Circuits Protected Block (CTS-V Model Only) Right Front Power Circuits Protected Seat Circuit Breakers Power Windows Left Front Power Seat . . . 392...
Page 393 $10araCTS Page 393 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V Model Only) (Continued) Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Mini-Fuses Air Bag System Rear Differential Cooling Pump Right Position Light Remote Keyless Entry System (If equipped);...
Page 394: Bulb Replacement
$10araCTS Page 394 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance ■ BULB REPLACEMENT High Intensity Discharge Lighting See your dealer for any bulb Your vehicle is equipped with high changing procedure not listed in intensity discharge headlights. this section. After a headlight bulb has been Headlight aiming is important to replaced, you may notice that the...
Page 395 $10araCTS Page 395 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 2. Reach up behind the front Side Repeater Lights 6. Reinstall the light assembly. bumper area from under the Follow this procedure for bulb When reinstalling the light vehicle to access the light replacement.
Page 396: Replacement Bulb Specifications
$10araCTS Page 396 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance ■ REPLACEMENT BULB SPECIFICATIONS See your dealer for any bulb not listed in this section. License Plate Lights ............W5W LL Front Fog Lights ..............H11 LL License Lights Follow this procedure for bulb replacement.
Page 397: Specifications And Capacities
$10araCTS Page 397 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 ■ SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Component Speciﬁcations 3.0 L V6 Engine Engine Code............................G Transmission ........................Automatic Horsepower......................211 kW @ 7000 rpm – Engine Torque....................310 Nm @ 5300 rpm Passenger Compartment Air Filter................19130403 /CF133 –...
Page 398 $10araCTS Page 398 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance Component Speciﬁcations (Continued) 3.6 L V6 Engine Engine Code............................V Transmission .......................Automatic or Manual Horsepower......................241 kW @ 6600 rpm Engine Torque....................380 Nm @ 5200 rpm Passenger Compartment Air Filter................19130403 /CF133 Air Cleaner Filter....................
Page 399 $10araCTS Page 399 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 Component Speciﬁcations (Continued) 6.2 L V8 Engine Engine Code............................P Transmission .......................Automatic or Manual Horsepower......................454 kW @ 6100 rpm Engine Torque....................793 Nm @ 3800 rpm – Passenger Compartment Air Filter................19130403 /CF133 Air Cleaner Filter....................
Page 400: Capacities (Approximate)
3.6L V6 Engine ........................10.3 L 6.2L V8 Engine ........................11.8 L 6.2L V8 Engine Intercooler......................2.3 L Crankcase (with Filter) ........................5.7 L Transmission (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) CTS Model only Automatic ..........................6.3 L Manual ..........................1.8 L CTS-V Model only Automatic ..........................6.3 L Manual ..........................3.8 L...
Page 401: Vehicle Top Speed
$10araCTS Page 401 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 4 ■ VEHICLE TOP SPEED 3.0 L Engine (Sedan Model) Automatic Transmission Rear-Wheel Drive......................225 km/h* All-Wheel Drive ......................225 km/h* Manual Transmission – Rear-Wheel Drive......................225 km/h* 3.6 L Engine Automatic Transmission –...
Page 402: Appearance Care
$10araCTS Page 402 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Service and Maintenance ■ APPEARANCE CARE General Motors offers products specially designed to maintain the CAUTION appearance and to help care for your vehicle. Care should be taken to avoid See your dealer for more informa- contamination of the safety belt tion.
Page 403 Checking and Adding Coolant ......411 the Keyless Ignition System ......444 Checking and Adding Coolant to Intercooler Data Collection and Event Data Recorders... 445 System (CTS-V Model Only...... 415 Road Flat Tires ............417 Changing a Flat Tire (Vehicles with Compact Spare Tire) ....418 Jack and Spare Tire Removal......419...
Page 404: Problems On The Road
$10araCTS Page 404 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road ■ WARNING TRIANGLE ■ JUMP STARTING CAUTION If your vehicle is stopped on the If your battery has run down, you Batteries have acid that can road or involved in an accident, may use another vehicle and some burn you and gas that can use the warning triangle to warn...
Page 405 $10araCTS Page 405 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 To jump start your vehicle, 2. Turn off the ignition on both CAUTION follow these steps: vehicles. Turn off the radios Do not use a match or flame and all lights that aren't NOTICE near a vehicle’s battery.
Page 406 $10araCTS Page 406 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road 3. Now open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and negative (-) battery terminals. CAUTION An electric cooling fan can start even if the engine is not running.
Page 407 $10araCTS Page 407 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 5. Connect the positive (+) (red) NOTICE cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged Do not connect a negative battery. Use the remote cable to the engine control positive (+) terminal if the module, its mounting bracket, vehicle has one.
Page 408: Towing
$10araCTS Page 408 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road ■ TOWING 8. Attach the other end of the NOTICE negative cable to a heavy See your dealer or a professional metal part on the engine of Damage to your vehicle may towing service if you need to have the vehicle with the dis-...
Page 409: Engine Overheating
$10araCTS Page 409 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 An overheat warning message CAUTION may appear in the driver Continued operation of an information center display. overheated engine, even for a See "Driver Information Center short time, may result in a fire Messages"...
Page 410 $10araCTS Page 410 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road If an overheat warning appears If there is still no sign of steam, run If the engine is overheated, the while you are driving, there could the engine at idle speed for about engine cooling fans should be be a problem.
Page 411: Checking And Adding Coolant
$10araCTS Page 411 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 Checking and Adding Overheat Protection Mode CAUTION Coolant If you still have the overheat Do not run the engine if there is warning, the engine has a feature a leak. All the coolant could leak CAUTION whereby it alternates firing groups out and cause an engine fire.
Page 412 $10araCTS Page 412 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road CAUTION NOTICE NOTICE Do not substitute any liquids for Do not substitute any liquids for If there is too much water in the the proper coolant mixture. the proper coolant mixture.
Page 413 $10araCTS Page 413 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 If coolant is visible in the surge If no coolant is visible in the Here's how to add coolant to the tank: surge tank: coolant tank: If coolant is visible in the tank but Add a 50/50 mixture of clean 1.
Page 414 $10araCTS Page 414 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road CAUTION The electric engine cooling fan can start even if the engine is not running. Be careful around 4. With the pressure cap off, start 5. If the level in the surge tank the engine and let it run until has dropped, add more of the you can feel that the upper...
Page 415: Checking And Adding Coolant To Intercooler
$10araCTS Page 415 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 Checking and Adding NOTICE Coolant to Intercooler The surge tank cap is a System (CTS-V Model Only) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent NOTICE coolant loss and possible The intercooler system on the engine damage from 6.2L V8 engine has a specific...
Page 416 $10araCTS Page 416 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road If the engine is cold, the coolant Here's how to add coolant to the CAUTION level should be near the COLD intercooler system: FILL (cold fill) line on the side of The electric engine cooling fan The vehicle should be parked on a the coolant fill bottle.
Page 417: Road Flat Tires
$10araCTS Page 417 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 ■ FLAT TIRES 3. With the intercooler system NOTICE pressure cap off, start the CAUTION engine and let it run for a The intercooler system cap is couple of minutes. a pressure-type cap and must Do not use more than one be tightly installed to prevent...
Page 418: Changing A Flat Tire
$10araCTS Page 418 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road CHANGING A FLAT TIRE CAUTION CAUTION (VEHICLES WITH Changing a tire can cause inju- To help prevent the vehicle COMPACT SPARE TIRE) ry. The vehicle can slip off the from moving while changing jack and injure you or other the flat tire:...
Page 419: Jack And Spare Tire Removal
$10araCTS Page 419 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 3. Turn the wing nut counter- clockwise and remove it. 4. Remove the compact spare tire Place the compact spare tire on the ground near the flat tire. – 5.
Page 420: Changing The Flat Tire
$10araCTS Page 420 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
Page 421 $10araCTS Page 421 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 NOTICE If you try to raise the vehicle with the jack positioned under the rocker molding, the molding could break and the vehicle could be damaged. Position the jack so that the jack –...
Page 422 $10araCTS Page 422 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 423 $10araCTS Page 423 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 CAUTION CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs Incorrect wheel nuts or or nuts. If you do, the nuts improperly tightened wheel might come loose. Your wheel nuts can cause the wheel to could fall off, causing a serious become loose and even come accident.
Page 424: Storing Tire And Jacking Equipment
$10araCTS Page 424 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road Storing Tire and Jacking NOTICE CAUTION Equipment Improperly tightened wheel Storing a jack, a tire or other nuts can lead to brake pulsation equipment in the passenger's CAUTION and rotor damage.
Page 425 $10araCTS Page 425 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 FLAT TIRE STORAGE Store the flat tire and tools in the trunk. You cannot store a full-size tire in the spare tire storage compart- ment. 1. Open the trunk. –...
Page 426 $10araCTS Page 426 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road JACK AND SPARE TIRE STORAGE Store the spare tire and tools in the storage compartment on the trunk floor. 1. Open the trunk. 2. Store all the equipment in the proper storage areas.
Page 427: Compact Spare Tire
$10araCTS Page 427 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 Compact Spare Tire (If CAUTION NOTICE equipped) Driving with more than one Tire chains won't fit your Although the compact spare was compact spare at a time could compact spare. Using them will fully inflated when your vehicle result in loss of braking and damage your vehicle and...
Page 428: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
$10araCTS Page 428 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road TIRE SEALANT AND CAUTION CAUTION COMPRESSOR KIT (IF Be careful not to overinflate Storing the tire sealant and EQUIPPED) things. They could explode and compressor kit or other you or others could be injured.
Page 429 $10araCTS Page 429 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 The tire sealant and compressor kit If the flat tire is due to a small After inflating the tire to its uses a liquid tire sealant and air to puncture, less than 6 mm in size, recommended pressure, drive the seal small punctures in the tread...
Page 430 $10araCTS Page 430 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road Be aware of the following NOTICE 2 3 4 concerning tire sealant: Your vehicle is equipped with a • Tire sealant is only a temporary tire pressure monitoring ﬁx.
Page 431 $10araCTS Page 431 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 6. black air only hose The kit can also be used without the sealant. See "Using the Air 7. clear sealant/air hose Compressor Without Tire Sealant" 8. air compressor accessory plug later in this section.
Page 432: Removing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
$10araCTS Page 432 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road Removing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the trunk storage area. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Without Air Pressure Deflation With Air Pressure Deflation Button...
Page 433: Using The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
$10araCTS Page 433 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 Using the Tire Sealant and Sealing and Inflating a Flat Tire 3. Turn off the engine and apply the parking brake. Compressor Kit Before beginning the procedure, read all the instructions. 4.
Page 434 $10araCTS Page 434 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road 6. Place the kit on the ground. 11. Plug the air compressor into CAUTION the accessory power outlet. Make sure the valve stem is Idling the engine inside an positioned close to the ground - Note: enclosed area such as a garage...
Page 435 $10araCTS Page 435 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 13. Turn the selector switch coun- 15. Use the air compressor to NOTICE terclockwise to the sealant and inﬂate the tire to the proper air position. inﬂation pressure as shown If the proper tire pressure on the Tire and Loading cannot be reached after...
Page 436 $10araCTS Page 436 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road CAUTION CAUTION Be careful not to overinflate Be careful when disconnecting things. They could explode and the air compressor. Some you or others could be injured. components can get very warm after usage.
Page 437 $10araCTS Page 437 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 24. Attach the maximum speed 26. Drive the vehicle 8 km to See "Using the Air Compressor label (if equipped) to a highly evenly distribute the tire seal- Without Tire Sealant" later in this visible location within the ant.
Page 438: Using The Air Compressor Without Tire Sealant
$10araCTS Page 438 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road Using the Air Compressor If the sealant is not removed from 5. Unwrap the black air hose and the damaged tire within 161 km of the accessory plug from the Without Tire Sealant driving, the tire will probably compressor.
Page 439 $10araCTS Page 439 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 10. Plug the air compressor into 12. Turn the selector switch clock- CAUTION one of the accessory power wise to the air only position. outlets. Idling the engine inside an 13.
Page 440 $10araCTS Page 440 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road 15. Check the tire pressure using 16. Press the on/off button to turn CAUTION the air pressure gage on the the air compressor off. tire sealant and compressor Be careful not to overinflate CAUTION kit.
Page 441: Disconnecting And Replacing The Tire Sealant Canister
$10araCTS Page 441 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 Disconnecting and 19. Reinstall the cap on the valve CAUTION stem. Replacing the Tire Sealant Storing the tire sealant and Canister 20. Store the hose in its original compressor kit or other location.
Page 442: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
$10araCTS Page 442 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road ■ IF YOUR VEHICLE GETS To replace the tire sealant canister, 3. Press the yellow button to do the following: release the sealant canister. STUCK 1. Remove the tire sealant and 4.
Page 443: Rocking Your Vehicle
If the vehicle gets stuck, spin spinning before shifting gears. the wheels as little as possible. If your vehicle is a CTS-V Release the accelerator pedal – Do not spin the wheels above model, the button is located...
Page 444: Recovery Hooks
$10araCTS Page 444 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road ■ IF YOU CANNOT START Recovery Hooks To use the recovery hook, you must install the eye bolt. YOUR VEHICLE USING Your vehicle is equipped with front 1.
Page 445: Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
$10araCTS Page 445 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Section 5 ■ DATA COLLECTION These modules may also retain the Special equipment is needed to owner’s personal preferences, retrieve this data. AND EVENT DATA such as radio pre-sets, seat posi- Law enforcement agencies or RECORDERS tions and temperature settings.
Page 446 $10araCTS Page 446 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:30 PM Problems on the Road GM will only access this informa- On vehicles equipped with the Some vehicles use radio frequency tion with the consent of the vehi- navigation system, the following identification technology for cle owner or lessee, in response to information may also be recorded...

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Section 1 - Instrumentation and Controls

Dash- and Console-Mounted Instruments and Controls

Traction Control System

Stabilitrak

Accessory Power Outlets

Lights

Heating and Air Conditioning System

Audio System

Navigation System

Controls Mounted on Steering Wheel/Column

Multifunction Lever

Windshield Wipers/Washer Stalk

Cruise Control

Mirrors

Windows

Doors

Trunk Area

Overhead Area and Roof

Storage

Retained Accessory Power

Ashtray and Lighter

Electric Power Management

Battery Rundown Protection

Object Detection

Memory Feature

Section 2 - Seats and Restraints

Seat Controls

Safety Belts

Supplemental Restraints

Section 3 - Starting and Operating Instructions

New Vehicle Break-In Period

Keys

Theft Deterrent System

Remote Keyless Entry System

Keyless Access System

Ignition Switch

Starting Instructions

Engine Block Heater

Transmission

Vehicle Parking

All-Wheel Drive

Traction

Steering

Brakes

Suspension

Vehicle Loading

Speed Limiter

Trailer Towing (CTS-V Model Only)

Trailer Towing (CTS Model Only)

Recreational Vehicle Towing

Section 4 - Service and Maintenance

Maintenance Guidelines

Doing Your Own Service Work

Accessories and Modifications

Fuel

Hood Release

Engine Compartment

Starter Switch Check

Control System Check

Automatic Transmission Shift Lock

Ignition Transmission Lock Check

Parking Brake Andp (Park) Mechanism Check

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Tires

Wheels

Vehicle Identification Number

Service Parts Identification Label

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

Bulb Replacement

Replacement Bulb Specifications

Specifications and Capacities

Vehicle Top Speed

Appearance Care

Section 5 - Problems on the Road

Jump Starting

Warning Triangle

Towing

Engine Overheating