Page 1 Owner’s Manual...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction ......2 In Brief ....... 5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .
Page 3 GM, the reduce them. GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC A circle with a slash through it is a Emblem, and XTS are trademarks and/ Danger safety symbol which means Do Not, or service marks of General Motors...
Page 4 Shown when the owner manual Exterior Lamps has additional instructions or Flame/Fire Prohibited information. Fuel Gauge Shown when the service manual Fuses has additional instructions or information. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Shown when there is more information on another page Heated Steering Wheel see page.
Page 6 IN BRIEF In Brief Steering Wheel Controls ..19 Cruise Control ..... 19 Driver Information Center (DIC) .
Page 7: Instrument Panel
IN BRIEF Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 8 IN BRIEF 1. Air Vents 0 165. 9. Dual Automatic Climate Control Heated Steering Wheel 0 104 (If System 0 159. Equipped). 2. Electric Parking Brake 0 186. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 17. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out Instrument Panel Illumination 0 58 (If Equipped).
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
IN BRIEF Initial Drive Information Starting the Vehicle : Press twice quickly to release the trunk. 1. Press and release on the RKE This section provides a brief overview transmitter. about some of the important features that may or may not be on your 2.
Page 10: Door Locks
IN BRIEF Door Locks From the outside, press To open the trunk, press from on the RKE transmitter. See inside the vehicle or press twice To lock or unlock a door manually: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System quickly on the Remote Keyless Entry Use the key in the driver door.
Page 11: Seat Adjustment
IN BRIEF The power window switches on the 2. Up Base Seat Adjustment driver door control all the windows. 3. Rearward Each passenger door has a switch that 4. Down controls only that window. 5. Forward Press the switch to lower the window. Move Feature Select (1) to display Pull the switch up to raise it.
Page 12 IN BRIEF Lumbar and Bolster Support See Lumbar Adjustment 0 54. Upper Shoulder Support To adjust bolster support, if equipped: To adjust upper shoulder support, Uplevel Seat Adjustment if equipped: If equipped, the ignition must be on to use all uplevel seat features. To adjust lumbar support, if equipped: Press and release or hold Feature Select (1) to scroll to bolster...
Page 13: Memory Features
IN BRIEF Reclining Seatbacks Massage Memory Features Base Shown, Uplevel Similar Driver Seat Shown, Passenger Seat Driver Buttons Shown, Passenger Similar Buttons Similar To adjust the seatback: If equipped, the ignition must be on If equipped, the SET, 1, 2, and Tilt the top of the control to use the massage feature.
Page 14: Second Row Seats
IN BRIEF 1 and 2 are recalled when the ignition Heated and Ventilated The indicator lights next to the is changed from OFF to ON/RUN or buttons indicate three for the highest Seats ACC/ACCESSORY. setting and one for the lowest. If the front heated seats are on high, the If programmed on in the vehicle level may automatically be lowered...
Page 15: Safety Belts
IN BRIEF Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirror The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing Refer to the following sections for System 0 75.
Page 16: Steering Wheel Adjustment
IN BRIEF Interior Mirror Press the control to move the tilt and DOOR : The lamp comes on telescoping steering wheel up and automatically when a door is opened. Adjustment down or forward and rearward. ON : Turns the dome lamp on. Hold the rearview mirror in the center Do not adjust the steering wheel while Reading Lamps...
Page 17: Exterior Lighting
IN BRIEF Turn the control to the following Windshield Wiper/Washer positions: : Turns off the exterior lamps. The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released. Turn to again to reactivate the AUTO mode. AUTO : Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY on outside lighting.
Page 18: Climate Controls
IN BRIEF If equipped with Rainsense and the Climate Controls feature is enabled in vehicle The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating, personalization, move the windshield cooling, and ventilation. wiper lever to INT and turn the INT band to adjust the sensitivity to moisture.
Page 19: Transmission
IN BRIEF Information Center (DIC) message See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 159 and Rear Climate Control indicates the gear the vehicle is in. See Manual Mode 0 184. System 0 163 (if equipped). Transmission Tap Shift Climate Touch Screen Controls 1.
Page 20: Vehicle Features
IN BRIEF Vehicle Features Cruise Control SET : Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If the cruise control is already Infotainment System active, use to decrease vehicle speed. To decrease speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), See the infotainment manual for press SET down to the first detent.
Page 21: Driver Information
IN BRIEF Driver Information See Driver Information Center boost to braking or automatically (DIC) 0 128. brake the vehicle. This can help avoid Center (DIC) or lessen the severity of crashes when Forward Collision Alert The DIC display is in the instrument driving in a forward gear.
Page 22: Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)
IN BRIEF Side Blind Zone Rear Vision Camera (RVC) It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may display a warning Alert (SBZA) If equipped, RVC displays a view of triangle on the Rear Vision Camera the area behind the vehicle on the If equipped, SBZA will detect moving screen and a graphic on the infotainment display when the vehicle...
Page 23: Power Outlets
IN BRIEF Power Outlets sunshade is not fully open when the comfort feature is pressed the second Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct time, the sunshade will open fully. Current Express Close : Press and release the The accessory power outlet can be front of to express close the used to plug in electrical equipment,...
Page 24: Performance And Maintenance
IN BRIEF Performance and cluster and the appropriate DIC The low tire pressure warning light message is displayed. See Ride may come on in cool weather when Maintenance the vehicle is first started, and then Control System Messages 0 141. turn off as the vehicle is driven.
Page 25: Fuel
IN BRIEF Fuel (LF3 3.6L V6 Twin Resetting the Oil Life System If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is not on, the Turbo Engine) 1. Using the DIC controls on the system is reset. right side of the steering wheel, display REMAINING OIL LIFE on See Engine Oil Life System 0 230.
Page 26 IN BRIEF Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
Page 27: Keys
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Keys, Doors, and Heated Mirrors ..... 42 Keys and Locks Automatic Dimming Mirror ..42 Windows Reverse Tilt Mirrors .
Page 28: System
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS driver door and for locking the rear Check the transmitter's battery. seatbacks so they cannot be folded. See Battery Replacement later in See Rear Seats 0 60. this section. To remove the key, press the button If the transmitter is still not near the bottom of the transmitter, working correctly, see your dealer...
Page 29 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS If equipped with auto mirror folding, unless remote window operation is enabled. See Vehicle pressing and holding Personalization 0 144. one second will fold the mirrors. The auto mirror folding feature will not : If equipped, press and release operate unless it is enabled.
Page 30: Keys, Doors, And Windows
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS of the door being opened. If the button on a passenger door handle vehicle has this feature, there will be a will unlock all doors. Pressing the button on the outside door handles. lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur: Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first lock/...
Page 31 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Temporary Disable of Passive Programming Transmitters to To start the vehicle: Locking Feature the Vehicle 1. Open the center console storage Temporarily disable the passive area and the storage tray. Only RKE transmitters programmed to locking by pressing and holding the vehicle will work.
Page 32: Remote Vehicle Start
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Battery Replacement Caution When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter. Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC.
Page 33 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS If equipped, heated and ventilated running. An extension can be Starting the Engine Using Remote front seats may also come on if Start requested, 30 seconds after starting. enabled in vehicle personalization. See This provides a total of 20 minutes. 1.
Page 34: Door Locks
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Conditions in Which Remote Start Door Locks Warning (Continued) Will Not Work The remote start will not operate if Warning vehicle. Lock the doors to any of the following occur: help prevent this from Unlocked doors can be dangerous. happening.
Page 35 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Keyless Access Key Cylinder Access To replace the cap: 1. Pull the door handle to the open If equipped, use the Keyless Access To access the key cylinder: position. system to lock and unlock the door. 1.
Page 36: Power Door Locks
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Power Door Locks When all the doors are closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds. If a door is reopened before five seconds have elapsed, the five-second timer will reset once all the doors are closed again. Press on the door lock switch again or press...
Page 37: Lockout Protection
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Automatic door locking cannot be requested, all the doors will lock and The rear door power windows are also disabled. Automatic door unlocking only the driver door will unlock. The disabled. See Power Windows 0 43. can be programmed.
Page 38: Trunk
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Doors Press twice quickly on the Warning (Continued) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Trunk set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Control Systems in the Index. Warning If the vehicle is equipped with Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle a power liftgate, disable the if it is driven with the liftgate or...
Page 39 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Emergency Trunk Release If equipped, there is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk Handle release handle on the trunk lid. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside. After use, return to the stored position.
Page 40: Vehicle Security
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Vehicle Security Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. If the driver door is opened without A door, the hood, or the trunk is open. first unlocking with the RKE This vehicle has theft-deterrent transmitter, the horn will chirp and Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed.
Page 41: Immobilizer Operation
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS To avoid setting off the alarm by The vehicle is automatically When trying to start the vehicle, the accident: immobilized when the vehicle is security light may come on briefly turned off. when the ignition is turned on. Lock the vehicle after all occupants have left the vehicle The immobilization system is...
Page 42: Exterior Mirrors
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS transmitters, see Programming Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Transmitters to the Vehicle under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Convex Mirrors Operation 0 27. Do not leave the key or device that Warning disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are.
Page 43: Folding Mirrors
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Memory Mirrors Power Folding Mirrors Automatic Dimming Mirror The vehicle may have memory The vehicle has an automatic mirrors. See Memory Seats 0 57. dimming outside mirror on the driver side. The mirror will adjust for the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) glare of headlamps behind you.
Page 44: Interior Mirrors
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Interior Mirrors Windows window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the Interior Rearview Mirrors Warning sunroof, if equipped. Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless adult, Power Windows view of the area behind the vehicle.
Page 45 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Window Lockout A door may remain locked if that door handle is pulled at the same time the safety lock is disengaged. Release the door handle, then press twice. Window Express Movement Express-down/up allows the windows to be opened or closed without holding the window switch.
Page 46: Sun Visors
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Obstacle Detection Override 2. Place the ignition in ON/RUN or Sun Visors ACC/ACCESSORY. Warning 3. Partially open the window to be programmed, then close it and If obstacle detection override is continue to pull the switch activated, the window will not briefly after the window has fully reverse automatically.
Page 47: Rear Window Sunshade
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Rear Window Sunshade If equipped, the rear seat center armrest may have rear window sunshade buttons. Rear Passenger Door Sunshades Attach it to the hooks at the top of the window. To close the sunshade, use the handle On vehicles with a rear window to release it from the hooks and roll sunshade, the sunshade switch is on...
Page 48: Roof
KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Roof Sunroof Switch Express Open/Express Close : Press and release the rear or front of Vent Feature : Press and hold the express open or express close the Sunroof front of to vent the sunroof. The sunshade.
Page 49 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris.
Page 50: Seats And Restraints
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Seats and Restraints Replacing Safety Belt System Parts Securing Child Restraints (With after a Crash ..... . 69 the Safety Belt in the Rear Seat) .
Page 51: Seats And Restraints
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Head Restraints The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash.
Page 52 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place. To adjust the head restraint forward The head restraint can be folded or rearward, press the button located forward to allow for better visibility...
Page 53 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 2. Press both buttons on the head event of an emergency, the following can be used as removal and restraint posts at the same time, and pull up on the head installation instructions. Store the removed head restraints in a secure restraint.
Page 54: Front Seats
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS To reinstall the head restraint: Front Seats Uplevel Seat Control Power Seat Adjustment Uplevel Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Page 55: Lumbar Adjustment
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Press Rearward (3) to make Raise or lower the front part of the Press and hold the control up to rearward adjustments of the seat cushion by moving the front increase upper lumbar support selected feature. of the control up or down. and decrease lower lumbar support.
Page 56: Thigh Support Adjustment
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) Upper Shoulder Support Thigh Support Adjustment to adjust lumbar forward or To adjust upper shoulder support, rearward. if equipped: Press Up (2) or Down (4) to adjust lumbar up or down. To adjust bolster support, if equipped: Base Seat If equipped, pull up on the lever.
Page 57: Reclining Seatbacks
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Reclining Seatbacks Warning (Continued) The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt could go up over your abdomen.
Page 58: Memory Seats
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions Manually Recalling Memory Positions To store positions to the 1 and 2 buttons: Press and hold 1, 2, or manually recall the previously stored 1. The ignition must be in ON/ memory positions. Releasing 1, 2, RUN/START or ACC/ACCESSORY.
Page 59: Heated And Ventilated Front
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS To stop recall movement, press one of Easy exit recall automatically activates If recalling the exit position, press the memory, power mirror, or power when one of the following occurs: and hold the appropriate manual seat controls; or press the power tilt control for the exit feature not The vehicle is turned off and the and telescoping steering column...
Page 60 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS on, the symbol turns red. When a seats off. If the passenger seat is ventilated seat is turned on, the unoccupied, the auto heated or symbol turns blue. ventilated seats feature will not activate that seat. The auto heated or Press the button once for the highest ventilated seats feature can be setting.
Page 61: Massage
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS The heated or ventilated seats may be 3. Press up or down to select the Rear Seats enabled or disabled in the vehicle massage type. personalization menu. See Remote Folding the Seatback 4. Press forward or rearward to Vehicle Start 0 31 and Vehicle change the intensity.
Page 62 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS To fold the seatback: Raising the Seatback To raise a seatback: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it Warning rearward to lock it in place. A red tab near the seatback lever If either seatback is not locked, it retracts when the seatback is could move forward in a sudden locked in place.
Page 63: Rear Seat Armrest
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Rear Seat Armrest Heated Rear Seats Warning If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. See the Warning under Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 58. 1. Insert the vehicle key into the lock next to the seatback release lever.
Page 64: Rear Seat Pass-Through Door
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS With the ignition in ON/RUN/START, Rear Seat Safety Belts press to heat the left or right Pass-Through Door This section of the manual describes outboard seat cushion and seatback. how to use safety belts properly. On vehicles without rear climate It also describes some things not to controls, an indicator light on the do with safety belts.
Page 65: How To Wear Safety Belts
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS When riding in a vehicle, you travel as Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Warning (Continued) fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle should I have to wear safety stops suddenly, you keep going until belts? area of the vehicle that is not something stops you.
Page 66: Lap-Shoulder Belt
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be Lap-Shoulder Belt to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap All seating positions in the vehicle unbelted people are hurt more often belt.
Page 67 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged.
Page 68 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS To unlatch the belt, push the button effectiveness of the safety belt in a Safety Belt Pretensioners on the buckle. The belt should return crash. See How to Wear Safety Belts This vehicle has safety belt to its stowed position. Properly 0 64.
Page 69: Safety Belt Use During
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might Rear safety belt comfort guides may keep a safety belt system from provide added safety belt comfort for performing properly. See your dealer older children who have outgrown to have it repaired.
Page 70: After A Crash
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Safety belts should be properly cared Airbag System Warning (Continued) for and maintained. The vehicle has the following airbags: Safety belt hardware should be kept inspected and any necessary A frontal airbag for the driver. dry and free of dust or debris. As replacements made as soon as necessary exterior hard surfaces and possible.
Page 71 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG Warning Warning is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument You can be severely injured or Because airbags inflate with great panel for the front outboard killed in a crash if you are not force and faster than the blink of an passenger.
Page 72: Where Are The Airbags
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Where Are the Airbags? Warning Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children 0 81 or Infants and Young Children 0 82.
Page 73: When Should An Airbag
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Warning (Continued) and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag.
Page 74: What Makes An Airbag Inflate
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS has electronic sensors that help the In addition, the vehicle has advanced either side of the vehicle is struck, airbag system determine the severity technology frontal airbags. Advanced if the sensing system predicts that the of the impact. Deployment thresholds technology frontal airbags adjust the vehicle is about to roll over on its can vary with specific vehicle design.
Page 75: How Does An Airbag Restrain
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS How Does an Airbag Airbags should never be regarded as Warning anything more than a supplement to Restrain? safety belts. When an airbag inflates, there may In moderate to severe frontal or near be dust in the air. This dust could What Will You See after an frontal collisions, even belted cause breathing problems for...
Page 76: Passenger Sensing System
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS interior lamps, and turn off the hazard the airbag system. If you do not warning flashers by using the controls get them, the airbag system will for those features. not be there to help protect you in another crash.
Page 77 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS According to accident statistics, The system determines that an Warning (Continued) children are safer when properly infant is present in a child secured in a rear seat in a correct restraint. Even if the passenger sensing child restraint for their weight A front outboard passenger takes system has turned off the front and size.
Page 78 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS For some children, including children knee airbag if the system determines sure that the vehicle seatback is in child restraints, and for very small that an infant is present in a child not pushing the child restraint adults, the passenger sensing system restraint.
Page 79 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an heaters, or seat massagers, a massagers can affect how well the laptop, or other electronic passenger sensing system operates. Adult-Sized Occupant We recommend that you not use seat devices. covers or other aftermarket equipment 3.
Page 80: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS If the passenger frontal airbag and Servicing the Adding Equipment to the passenger knee airbag are turned Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on, the on indicator will be lit. Airbags affect how the vehicle should Adding accessories that change the If the passenger seat gets wet, dry the be serviced.
Page 81: Airbag System Check
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS object, such as an aftermarket seat Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System heater or a comfort-enhancing pad or Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need device, installed under or on top of regularly scheduled maintenance or the seat fabric, could also interfere replacement.
Page 82: Child Restraints
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Q: What is the proper way to wear come with the booster seat state the safety belts? weight and height limitations for that Older Children A: An older child should wear a booster.
Page 83: Infants And Young Children
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Warning Warning Never allow more than one child to Never allow a child to wear the wear the same safety belt. The safety belt with the shoulder belt safety belt cannot properly spread behind their back. A child can be the impact forces.
Page 84 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Warning (Continued) Warning Warning The shoulder belt locks when it is Never hold an infant or a child Children who are up against, pulled all the way out of the while riding in a vehicle. Due to or very close to, any airbag when it retractor.
Page 85 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS For each type of child restraint, there Warning (Continued) are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be the hip bones, as it should. Instead, sure it is designed to be used in a it may settle up around the child's motor vehicle.
Page 86: Child Restraint Systems
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child restraint A belt-positioning booster seat is used Rear-Facing Infant Seat provides restraint for the child's body for children who have outgrown their A rear-facing child restraint provides with the harness.
Page 87: Where To Put The Restraint
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child Where to Put the Restraint restraint, refer to the instructions that Restraint in the Vehicle According to accident statistics, come with the restraint which may be children and infants are safer when on the restraint itself or in a booklet, Warning properly restrained in an appropriate...
Page 88: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Child restraints and booster seats vary Lower Anchors and Warning (Continued) considerably in size, and some may fit Tethers for Children in certain seating positions better Even if the passenger sensing (LATCH System) than others. system has turned off the front The LATCH system secures a child Depending on where you place the passenger frontal airbag, no system...
Page 89 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS as long as the booster seat can be Child restraints built after March 2014 Lower Anchors positioned properly and there is no will be labeled with the specific child interference with the proper weight up to which the LATCH system positioning of the lap-shoulder belt on can be used to install the restraint.
Page 90 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the child restraint.
Page 91 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS secured in a rear seating position. See Warning (Continued) Where to Put the Restraint 0 86 for additional information. restraint to a single anchor. Securing a Child Restraint Attaching more than one child Designed for the LATCH System restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a...
Page 92 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) tightened around a child s neck, the buckled. This could damage the only way to loosen the belt is to safety belt or the seat. Unbuckle cut it. and return the safety belt to its stowed position, before folding Buckle any unused safety belts the seat.
Page 93 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Installing child restraints using 1.2. For outboard rear seating LATCH in the center and left rear positions, put the head seating positions at the same time is restraint in the upright prohibited. position. See Head Restraints 0 50. Make sure to attach the child restraint at the proper anchor location.
Page 94: Replacing Latch System Parts
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS and you are using a dual Replacing LATCH System tether, route the tether Parts After a Crash over the seatback. Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting If the position you are in serious injury or even death in a...
Page 95: Securing Child Restraints
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Securing Child Restraints belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the (With the Safety Belt in the instructions that came with the child Rear Seat) restraint. When securing a child restraint in a If more than one child restraint needs rear seating position, study the to be installed in the rear seat, be sure...
Page 96: Securing Child Restraints
SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 87. 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place.
Page 97 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS passenger frontal airbag and Do not secure a child seat in a Warning (Continued) passenger knee airbag under certain position without a top tether anchor if conditions. See Passenger Sensing a national or local law requires that Even if the passenger sensing System 0 75 and Passenger Airbag the top tether be anchored, or if the...
Page 98 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
Page 99 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If the airbags are off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started.
Page 100: Storage Compartments
STORAGE Storage Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments Storage Compartments ... . 99 Do not store heavy or sharp objects Instrument Panel Storage ..99 in storage compartments.
Page 101: Glove Box
STORAGE Glove Box Armrest Storage Center Console Storage Rear To open, press the button. If equipped, Press the button and lift to access the Pull up on the lever to access the there is a compact disc player and storage area. There is a power outlet, storage area.
Page 102: Additional Storage Features
STORAGE Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie-Downs Push the cover forward to access. There are cupholders in the center There is a power outlet inside. To console. Push and release on the close, push the cover again and passenger side of the cover to access release.
Page 103: Cargo Management System
STORAGE Cargo Management Safety Kit The items stored in the safety kit bag include: System 1. Fire Extinguisher 2. Warning Triangle 3. First Aid Kit 4. Highway Safety Kit To open the cargo management system, push down on the rear of the handle, then lift the handle up.
Page 104 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Instruments and Airbag Readiness Light ..119 Information Displays Passenger Airbag Status Driver Information Controls Indicator ......119 Center (DIC) .
Page 105: Steering Wheel Adjustment
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Vehicle Speed Messages ..143 Controls Heated Steering Wheel Washer Fluid Messages ..143 Window Messages ....143 Steering Wheel Adjustment Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization .
Page 106: Instruments And Controls
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Windshield Wiper/Washer frequent wipes. If Rainsense is Wiper Parking enabled, see Rainsense later in this If the ignition is put in OFF while the section. wipers are on LO, HI, or INT with If the windshield wipers are in use Rainsense disabled, they will while driving, the exterior lamps come immediately stop.
Page 107: Compass
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INT : When enabled, move the The wiper operations return to normal heading and other information from windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn when the transmission is no longer in the Global Positioning System (GPS) ® N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed has antenna, StabiliTrak , and vehicle INT band on the wiper lever...
Page 108: Power Outlets
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Setting the Clock Auto Set 2. Touch Clock Display, then select Off or On. When on, the time and date will Time automatically update. 3. Touch Back to go back to the To set the time: previous menu. To set auto set: 1.
Page 109: Wireless Charging
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS (RAP) off and then back on. See Caution Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 180. The power restarts when equipment Hanging heavy equipment from the using 150 watts or less is plugged into power outlet can cause damage not the outlet and a system fault is not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 110 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS for phone or other device Warning compatibility, see your dealer for details. Remove all metal objects from the charging pad before charging your Warning mobile device. Metal objects, such as coins, keys, rings, or paper clips, Wireless charging can affect the between the phone and charging operation of an implanted pad will become very hot.
Page 111: Cigarette Lighter
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 2. Remove all objects from the To activate the cigarette lighter, push Caution charging pad. The system may it into the heating element and let go. not charge if there are any The lighter pops out when it is ready Holding a cigarette lighter in while objects on the charging pad.
Page 112: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working.
Page 113: Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Base Cluster...
Page 114 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Uplevel Balanced Cluster Shown...
Page 115 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Reconfigurable Instrument 4. Each layout in the menu is represented by a small preview Cluster image of the display layout. The uplevel cluster display layout can Scroll up or down and highlight be changed. the selection. Press SEL to select the desired cluster configuration.
Page 116: Speedometer
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Phone Info Pages : Press SEL while Info steering wheel controls. When FAV Pages is highlighted to select the Primary is selected, pressing While the Phone application page is items to be displayed in the DIC info will go to the next or previous displayed, press SEL to enter the displays.
Page 117: Odometer
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Odometer Caution (Continued) The odometer shows how far the the vehicle warranty. Do not operate vehicle has been driven, in either the engine with the rpm s in the kilometers or miles. warning area. Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset.
Page 118: Engine Coolant Temperature
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Here are four things that some owners Engine Coolant ask about. None of these show a Temperature Gauge problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
Page 119: Safety Belt Reminders
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS High speed operation in warm weather. Uphill driving. Trailer towing or hauling a heavy load. It is normal for the reading to When the vehicle is started, this light When the vehicle is started, this light fluctuate. flashes and a chime may come on to flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their...
Page 120: Airbag Readiness Light
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Airbag Readiness Light When the vehicle is started, the Warning (Continued) passenger airbag status indicator will This light shows if there is an light the symbol for on and off, for working properly. The airbags in the electrical problem with the airbag several seconds as a system check.
Page 121: Charging System Light
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS a reconfigurable cluster, this light may on to show that it is working when Warning not come on when the ignition is the ignition is in Service Only Mode. See Ignition Positions 0 177. turned on. If the airbag readiness light ever If the light stays on, or comes on comes on and stays on, it means while driving, there may be a problem...
Page 122 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS If the light continues to flash, find a up. If this occurs, change the fuel Caution safe place to park. Turn the vehicle off brand. It may require at least one and wait at least 10 seconds before full tank of the proper fuel to turn Modifications to the engine, restarting the engine.
Page 123: Brake System Warning Light
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The vehicle may not pass still work to stop the vehicle. For Warning (Continued) inspection if: normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working. The light is on when the engine is with the brake system warning light running.
Page 124: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS If the light does not come on, Antilock Brake System and there is a problem with the or remains flashing, see your dealer. regular brakes. See your dealer for (ABS) Warning Light service. Service Electric Parking See Brake System Warning Light 0 122 Brake Light and Brake System Messages 0 135.
Page 125: Stabilitrak Off Light
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ® This light changes to amber and Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light flashes to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed without using a turn signal in that direction. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 211. Vehicle Ahead Indicator This light comes on briefly while This light comes on briefly while...
Page 126: Traction Control System (Tcs)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Traction Control System See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Caution (Continued) Control 0 188. ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light and it may not be covered by the Engine Coolant vehicle warranty. See Engine Temperature Warning Light Overheating 0 237. The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on when the engine has overheated.
Page 127: Engine Oil Pressure Light
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS When the Light Is On Steady Low Fuel Warning Light Caution (Continued) This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the A Driver Information Center (DIC) tire oil level as soon as possible.
Page 128: High-Beam On Light
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ® On some vehicles the immobilizer IntelliBeam Light This light comes on solid when there light should come on briefly as the is a problem with the AFL system. engine is started. If it does not come It flashes when the system is on, have the vehicle serviced by your switching between lighting modes.
Page 129: Door Ajar Light
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The cruise control light is white when Door Ajar Light Information Displays the cruise control is on and ready, and turns green when the cruise control is Driver Information set and active. Center (DIC) See Cruise Control 0 191. The DIC is displayed in the Adaptive Cruise Control Light instrument cluster.
Page 130 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS SEL : Press to open a menu or select a Speed (Base Cluster) : Shows the Fuel Range : Shows the approximate menu item. Press and hold to reset vehicle speed in either kilometers per distance the vehicle can be driven values on certain screens.
Page 131 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS economy that the vehicle has right Estimated Time to Arrival : Shows Driver Assistance (Uplevel now and changes frequently as driving the estimated time until arrival at Cluster) : Shows information for Lane conditions change. your destination. Departure Warning (LDW) and Forward Collision Alert (FCA).
Page 132: Head-Up Display (Hud)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per instrument panel. The information oil's remaining useful life. square inch (psi). If the pressure is appears as an image focused out If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is low, the value for that tire is shown in toward the front of the vehicle.
Page 133 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Some vehicle messages or alerts : Lift up and hold to brighten the displayed in the HUD may be cleared display. Press down and hold to dim by using the steering wheel controls. the display. Hold down to turn the See Vehicle Messages 0 134.
Page 134 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS All HUD views may briefly display audio information when the driver uses the steering wheel controls to adjust the audio settings appearing in the instrument cluster. Incoming phone calls appearing in the instrument cluster, may also display Speed View : This display gives the Performance View : This display in any HUD view.
Page 135: Vehicle Messages
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS HUD is adjusted to the proper Vehicle Messages vehicle that may be noticed. At the height. point that features are disabled, this Messages displayed on the DIC message displays. Turn off Polarized sunglasses are not worn. indicate the status of the vehicle or unnecessary accessories to allow the Windshield and HUD lens are some action that may be needed to...
Page 136: Brake System Messages
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Brake System Messages assist motor may be heard and brake ADAPTIVE CRUISE TEMPORARILY pedal pulsation may be felt. This is UNAVAILABLE BRAKE FLUID LOW normal under these conditions. Take This message displays when the vehicle to your dealer for service. This message is displayed when the attempting to activate Adaptive Cruise brake fluid level is low.
Page 137: Door Ajar Messages
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS PEDAL message will also be displayed. The normal, the air conditioning DOOR OPEN message may also be compressor turns back on. The vehicle APPLIED displayed if the vehicle starts to move. can continue to be driven. This message displays when Adaptive Close the door completely.
Page 138: Engine Oil Messages
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS This message clears when the engine filling to the recommended level. acceleration and speed may be has cooled to a safe operating If the oil is not low and this message reduced. Anytime this message stays temperature. remains on, take the vehicle to your on, or displays repeatedly, the vehicle dealer for service.
Page 139: Lamp Messages
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS NO REMOTE DETECTED REPLACE BATTERY IN TURN SIGNAL ON REMOTE KEY This message displays when the This message is displayed if the turn transmitter battery may be weak. See signal has been left on. Turn off the This message displays when the Starting the Vehicle with a Low turn signal.
Page 140 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS FORWARD COLLISION SYSTEM This message may also be displayed if when it is temporarily unavailable. there is a problem with the StabiliTrak The LDW system does not need REDUCED system. See Traction Control/Electronic service. This message displays when the Stability Control 0 188.
Page 141 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS entire front and/or rear of the Warning (LDW) system may not work. SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF vehicle. For cleaning instructions, Do not use these systems until the This message indicates that the driver see Exterior Care 0 278. vehicle has been repaired.
Page 142: Ride Control System
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ride Control System SERVICE LEVELING SYSTEM TRACTION CONTROL OFF Messages This message displays when there is a This message displays when the problem with the automatic rear level Traction Control System (TCS) has SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE control.
Page 143: Service Vehicle Messages
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE KEYLESS START The low tire pressure warning light will also come on. See Tire Pressure SYSTEM SERVICE POWER STEERING Light 0 125. This message is displayed if there is a This message displays and a chime If a tire pressure message appears on problem with the pushbutton start may sound when there may be a...
Page 144: Vehicle Speed Messages
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS appropriate for the vehicle speed and Vehicle Speed Messages Window Messages engine revolutions per minute (rpm). SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/ See Manual Mode 0 184. PASSENGER WINDOW This message is displayed when the SHIFT TO PARK vehicle speed is greater than the set This message is displayed when the This message displays when the...
Page 145: Vehicle Personalization
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Vehicle Personalization Language (Language) Valet Mode (If Equipped) Valet Mode This will lock the infotainment system Use the audio system controls to and steering wheel controls. It may Radio access the personalization menus for also limit access to vehicle storage customizing vehicle features.
Page 146 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Manage Favorites Maximum Start Up Volume Auto Rear Defog This allows favorites to be edited. See This feature sets the maximum Auto Fan Max Speed Manage Favorites in Settings under startup volume. If the vehicle is This feature will set the maximum Radio in the infotainment manual.
Page 147 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS interior temperature. The auto heated Rear Cross Traffic Alert Go Notifier seats can be turned off by using the Lane Change Alert This feature will give a reminder that heated seat buttons on the center Adaptive Cruise Control provides Alert Type stack.
Page 148 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Rain Sense Wipers position when the vehicle is shifted Vehicle Locator Lights out of R (Reverse) or the engine is This feature will flash the exterior Auto Memory Recall turned off. lamps and allows some of the exterior This feature automatically recalls the Select Off, On, On - Driver and lamps and most of the interior lamps...
Page 149 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Door Unlock When on, this feature will keep the This allows selection of which doors Select and the following may display: driver door from locking when the will unlock when pressing on the Remote Unlock Light Feedback door is open.
Page 150 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Passive Door Unlock Pair New Device Apple CarPlay This allows the selection of what Select to pair a new device. See This feature allows Apple devices to doors will unlock when using the Pairing in Infotainment Controls be connected to the infotainment button on the driver door to unlock under Bluetooth in the infotainment...
Page 151 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Voice Turn Display Off Clear All Private Data Restore Radio Settings Select and the following may display: Mode Confidence Threshold Select to change the display screen for Restore Vehicle Settings day or night driving. Prompt Length This allows selection of restoring Select Auto, Day, or Night.
Page 152: Exterior Lamp Controls
LIGHTING Lighting Exterior Lighting : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting ® IntelliBeam System Exterior Lamp Controls ..151 If equipped, this system turns the Exterior Lamps Off Reminder .
Page 153: Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
LIGHTING AUTO. The blue high-beam on light feature. If this happens, the High/ The vehicle is loaded such that the appears on the instrument cluster Low-Beam Changer must be front end points upward, causing when the high beams are on. activated two times within the light sensor to aim high and not detect headlamps and...
Page 154: Flash-To-Pass
LIGHTING The light sensor determines it is There is a light sensor on top of the daytime. instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor. The parking brake is released or the vehicle is not in P (Park). The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a When the DRL are on, the taillamps, parking garage or tunnel.
Page 155: Adaptive Forward
LIGHTING Lights On with Wipers driving a short distance is required to : Press this button on the center calibrate the AFL. See Exterior Lamp stack to make the front and rear turn If the windshield wipers are activated Controls 0 151. signal lamps flash on and off.
Page 156: Interior Lighting
LIGHTING change is completed. If the lever is Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps briefly pressed and released, the turn The courtesy lamps come on when signal flashes three times. Instrument Panel any door is opened and the dome The turn and lane-change signal can Illumination Control lamp is in the DOOR position.
Page 157: Reading Lamps
LIGHTING ON : Turns the lamp on. Lighting Features Reading Lamps Entry Lighting There are reading lamps on the The headlamps, taillamps, license overhead console and over the rear plate lamps, outside mirror lamps, passenger doors. These lamps come exterior door handle lamps, dome on automatically when any door is lamps, and most of the interior lights opened.
Page 158: Exit Lighting
LIGHTING Exit Lighting Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The headlamps, taillamps, parking lamps, outside mirror lamps, license The exterior lamps turn off about plate lamps, and exterior door handle 10 minutes after the ignition is turned lamps come on at night, or in areas off, if the parking lamps or headlamps with limited lighting, when a door is have been manually left on.
Page 159: Introduction
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment Introduction See the infotainment manual for Infotainment ..... 158 information on the radio, audio players, phone, and navigation system.
Page 160: Climate Controls
CLIMATE CONTROLS Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating, Dual Automatic Climate Control cooling, and ventilation. System ......159 Rear Climate Control System .
Page 161 CLIMATE CONTROLS adjusted. The air delivery mode can be Climate Control Touch Screen adjusted on the climate control status The fan, air delivery mode, air screen. conditioning, driver and passenger temperatures, and SYNC settings can Automatic Operation be controlled by pressing CLIMATE on The system automatically controls the the infotainment home screen or the fan speed, air delivery, air...
Page 162 CLIMATE CONTROLS recirculation light will not come on. Rear : If equipped, press this button control and the direction of the on the front climate control touch airflow can be controlled manually. Press to select recirculation; press screen to open the rear climate Press AUTO to return to automatic it again to select outside air.
Page 163 CLIMATE CONTROLS turned off or the outside temperature Pressing this button cancels automatic Personalization 0 144. When Auto Rear falls below freezing, the air recirculation. Press AUTO to return to Defog is selected, the rear window conditioner will not run. defogger turns on automatically when automatic operation;...
Page 164: Rear Climate Control
CLIMATE CONTROLS Driver and Passenger Heated and light does not come on during a If the sensor is covered, the automatic Ventilated Seats : If equipped, remote start. If equipped with heated climate control system may not work or ventilated seats, they may come on properly.
Page 165 CLIMATE CONTROLS 7. Rear Control Lockout Rear Control Lockout : Press to lock (On/Off) or unlock control of the rear climate 8. Air Delivery Mode Control 5. MODE (Air Delivery Mode control system from the rear seat Control) Rear : Press this button on the front passengers.
Page 166: Air Vents
CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Vents : Press the desired mode button on the touch screen or the Adjustable air vents are in the center MODE button on the rear faceplate to and on the side of the instrument change the direction of the airflow in panel.
Page 167: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
CLIMATE CONTROLS Use of non-GM approved hood Maintenance Service deflectors can adversely affect the All vehicles have a label underhood performance of the system. Check Passenger Compartment that identifies the refrigerant used in with your dealer before adding Air Filter the vehicle.
Page 168 DRIVING AND OPERATING Driving and Engine Exhaust Assistance Systems for Driving ......206 Engine Exhaust ....182 Operating Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Running the Vehicle While...
Page 169: Driving And Operating
DRIVING AND OPERATING Driving Information Become familiar with vehicle Defensive Driving features before driving, such as Defensive driving means always programming favorite radio Distracted Driving expect the unexpected. The first step stations and adjusting climate in driving defensively is to wear the control and seat settings.
Page 170: Steering
DRIVING AND OPERATING Average driver reaction time is about Steering Caution three-quarters of a second. In that Variable Effort Steering time, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h If the steering wheel is turned until (60 mph) travels 20 m (66 ft), which Some vehicles have a steering system it reaches the end of its travel, and could be a lot of distance in an...
Page 171: Off-Road Recovery
DRIVING AND OPERATING Holding both sides of the steering 2. Turn the steering wheel about If the vehicle starts to slide, follow wheel allows you to turn one-eighth of a turn, until the these suggestions: 180 degrees without removing right front tire contacts the Ease your foot off the accelerator a hand.
Page 172: Driving On Wet Roads
DRIVING AND OPERATING Driving on Wet Roads Have good tires with proper tread Warning (Continued) depth. See Tires 0 254. Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle Turn off cruise control. ignore police warnings and be very traction and affect your ability to stop cautious about trying to drive and accelerate.
Page 173: Winter Driving
DRIVING AND OPERATING about 0 °C (32 °F) when freezing rain Blizzard Conditions Warning begins to fall. Avoid driving on wet ice Stop the vehicle in a safe place and or in freezing rain until roads can be signal for help. Stay with the vehicle Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or treated.
Page 174: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
DRIVING AND OPERATING restart the vehicle and to signal for Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Warning (Continued) help with the headlamps. Do this as Turn the steering wheel left and right little as possible, to save fuel. to clear the area around the front Open a window about 5 cm wheels.
Page 175 DRIVING AND OPERATING Two labels on the vehicle may Tire and Loading Information inflation pressures (4). For more show how much weight it may Label information on tires and inflation properly carry: the Tire and see Tires 0 254 and Tire Loading Information label and the Pressure 0 256.
Page 176 DRIVING AND OPERATING Subtract the combined weight this reduces the available Available Occupant and cargo and luggage load of the driver and passengers Cargo Weight = 317 kg capacity of your vehicle. from XXX kg or XXX lbs. (700 lbs). The resulting figure equals See Trailer Towing 0 218 for important information on towing...
Page 177 DRIVING AND OPERATING weight of the driver, passengers, Warning and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a Certification Label sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Put things in the cargo area of the vehicle.
Page 178: Starting And Operating
DRIVING AND OPERATING Starting and Operating The transmitter must be in the vehicle Caution (Continued) for the system to operate. If the pushbutton start is not working, the New Vehicle Break-In Following break-in, engine speed vehicle may be near a strong radio and load can be gradually antenna signal causing interference to increased.
Page 179 DRIVING AND OPERATING Do not turn the engine off when the ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Warning vehicle is moving. This will cause a Light) : This mode is for driving and loss of power assist in the brake and starting. With the ignition off, and the Turning off the vehicle while steering systems and disable the brake pedal applied, pressing the...
Page 180: Starting The Engine
DRIVING AND OPERATING Starting the Engine Caution Caution Move the shift lever to P (Park) or If you add electrical parts or Cranking the engine for long N (Neutral). To restart the engine accessories, you could change the periods of time, by pressing when the vehicle is already moving, way the engine operates.
Page 181: Retained Accessory
DRIVING AND OPERATING clears the extra gasoline from the All of these features will work when Warning (Continued) engine. Do not race the engine the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ immediately after starting it. ACCESSORY. Do not leave the vehicle when the Operate the engine and engine is running.
Page 182: Shifting Out Of Park
DRIVING AND OPERATING Torque Lock The shift lock control is always Parking over Things functional except in the case of an That Burn Torque lock is when the weight of the uncharged or low voltage (less than vehicle puts too much force on the 9-volt) battery.
Page 183: Engine Exhaust
DRIVING AND OPERATING Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle While Warning (Continued) Parked There are holes or openings Warning It is better not to park with the engine in the vehicle body from running. Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO), which cannot be...
Page 184: Automatic Transmission
DRIVING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission lever button and move the shift lever Warning (Continued) into another gear. See Shifting out of Park 0 181. Do not leave the vehicle when the R : Use this gear to back up. engine is running. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can Caution move suddenly.
Page 185: Manual Mode
DRIVING AND OPERATING D : This position is for normal driving. Manual Mode Warning It provides the best fuel economy. Tap Shift If more power is needed for passing, Shifting into a drive gear while the and the vehicle is: engine is running at high speed is Going less than 56 km/h (35 mph), dangerous.
Page 186: All-Wheel Drive
DRIVING AND OPERATING When accelerating the vehicle from a Drive Systems Brakes stop in snowy and icy conditions, you may want to shift into 2 (Second) gear. All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake A higher gear ratio allows you to gain System (ABS) more traction on slippery surfaces.
Page 187: Electric Parking Brake
DRIVING AND OPERATING a sudden obstacle, a computer senses Using ABS The EPB switch is on the left side of the wheels are slowing down. If one of the instrument panel. The EPB can Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the the wheels is about to stop rolling, the always be activated, even if the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS...
Page 188: Brake Assist
DRIVING AND OPERATING The red parking brake status light will The vehicle may automatically apply Caution flash and then stay on once the EPB is the EPB in some situations when the fully applied. If the red parking brake vehicle is not moving. This is normal, Driving with the parking brake on status light flashes continuously, then and is done to periodically check the...
Page 189: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
DRIVING AND OPERATING supplement the power brake system Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ride Control Systems under conditions where the driver has This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist quickly and forcefully applied the Traction Control/Electronic (HSA) feature, which may be useful brake pedal in an attempt to quickly when the vehicle is stopped on a Stability Control...
Page 190 DRIVING AND OPERATING pressure at any one of the vehicle's 2. Turn the engine off and wait brakes to help steer the vehicle in the 15 seconds. direction which you are steering. 3. Start the engine. If cruise control is being used and Drive the vehicle.
Page 191: Magnetic Ride Control
DRIVING AND OPERATING Control System Messages 0 141. To The vehicle is normally in Tour Mode. Caution turn TCS and StabiliTrak on again, Sport Mode is engaged when the shift lever is placed in M (Manual Mode). press and release .
Page 192: Automatic Level Control
DRIVING AND OPERATING Automatic Level Control If the compressor runs often for Cruise Control longer than one minute within the The automatic level control rear same trip and the vehicle remains low Warning suspension is available on some in the rear, see your dealer for service. vehicles.
Page 193 DRIVING AND OPERATING If the Traction Control/Electronic The speedometer reading can be : Press to turn the system on and Stability Control system begins to displayed in either English or metric off. A white indicator appears in the limit wheel spin while using cruise units.
Page 194 DRIVING AND OPERATING Resuming a Set Speed press, the vehicle speed increases Passing Another Vehicle While to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark Using Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a desired on the speedometer. speed and then the brakes are applied Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed.
Page 195: Adaptive Cruise Control
DRIVING AND OPERATING Ending Cruise Control moving in the same direction. If no Warning (Continued) vehicle is detected in your path, ACC There are four ways to end cruise works like regular cruise control. control: ahead, or enter your lane. Also see If a vehicle is detected in your path, Alerting the Driver in this section.
Page 196 DRIVING AND OPERATING +RES : Press the control up briefly to Setting Adaptive Cruise Control Warning (Continued) resume the previous set speed or to is on when not in use, it could increase vehicle speed if ACC is Visibility is low, such as in get pressed and go into ACC when not already engaged.
Page 197 DRIVING AND OPERATING Increasing Speed While ACC is at a When it is determined that there is no Set Speed vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is beyond the selected following gap, Do one of the following: then the vehicle speed will increase to Use the accelerator to get to the the set speed.
Page 198 DRIVING AND OPERATING Selecting the Follow Distance Changing the gap setting Approaching and Following a automatically changes the alert timing Vehicle When a slower moving vehicle is sensitivity (Far, Medium, or Near) for detected ahead within the selected the Forward Collision Alert (FCA) following gap, ACC will adjust the feature.
Page 199 DRIVING AND OPERATING feel or sound different than if the The sensors are blocked. When the vehicle ahead drives away, brakes were applied manually. This is press +RES or the accelerator pedal to The Traction Control System (TCS) normal. resume cruise control. If stopped for or electronic stability control more than two minutes or if the driver system has activated or been...
Page 200 DRIVING AND OPERATING Curves in the Road Warning Warning (Continued) Warning Leaving the vehicle without placing brakes if necessary. Select an it in P (Park) can be dangerous. Do appropriate speed while driving in On curves, ACC may not detect a not leave the vehicle while it is curves.
Page 201 DRIVING AND OPERATING Other Vehicle Lane Changes driving on steep hills. The driver will often need to take over acceleration and braking on steep hills, especially when towing a trailer. If the brakes are applied, the ACC disengages. Disengaging ACC There are three ways to disengage ACC: ACC may detect a vehicle that is not...
Page 202: Driver Assistance Systems
DRIVING AND OPERATING Cleaning the Sensing System Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) The camera sensor on the back of the Systems rearview mirror and the radar sensors Detect vehicles or objects on the front of the vehicle can become This vehicle may have features that outside the area monitored by blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud.
Page 203: Or Backing
DRIVING AND OPERATING Audible or Safety Alert Seat Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Some driver assistance features alert When the vehicle is shifted into the driver of obstacles by beeping. To R (Reverse), the RVC displays an change the volume of the warning image of the area behind the vehicle chime, see Comfort and Convenience in the infotainment display.
Page 204 DRIVING AND OPERATING display. The front camera is in the displays after shifting from R (Reverse) grille or near the front emblem, the to a forward gear, or by pressing side cameras are on the bottom of the CAMERA in the center stack, and outside rearview mirrors, and the rear when the vehicle is moving forward camera is above the license plate.
Page 205 DRIVING AND OPERATING Parking Assist vehicle rear, or <0.3 m (1 ft) in the Warning (Continued) vehicle front), five beeps will sound With RPA, and if equipped with FPA, from the front or rear depending on as the vehicle moves at speeds of less always check the area around the object location, or both sides of the than 8 km/h (5 mph) the sensors on...
Page 206 DRIVING AND OPERATING Warning Warning Warning The Backing Warning System only RAB may not avoid many types of There may be instances where operates at speeds greater than backing crashes. Do not wait for the unexpected or undesired automatic 8 km/h (5 mph). It does not detect automatic braking to apply.
Page 207: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)
DRIVING AND OPERATING Use caution while backing up when Assistance Systems for 110 m (360 ft) and operates at all towing a trailer, as the RCTA speeds. See Adaptive Cruise Driving detection zones that extend out from Control 0 194. the back of the vehicle do not move If equipped, when driving the vehicle further back when a trailer is towed.
Page 208 DRIVING AND OPERATING Collision Preparation portion of Warning (Continued) Collision/Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0 144. vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is Detecting the Vehicle Ahead blocked by dirt, snow, or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding Without Head-Up Display or hilly roads, or in conditions that...
Page 209: Forward Automatic
DRIVING AND OPERATING The vehicle ahead indicator will The faster the vehicle speed, the Forward Automatic display amber when you are following farther away the alert will occur. Braking (FAB) a vehicle ahead much too closely. Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting the alert If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Selecting the Alert Timing...
Page 210 DRIVING AND OPERATING FAB may slow the vehicle to a Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal Warning complete stop to try to avoid a movement during this time is normal potential crash. If this happens, FAB and the brake pedal should continue FAB is an emergency crash may engage the Electric Parking Brake to be applied as needed.
Page 211: Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)
DRIVING AND OPERATING Side Blind Zone SBZA Detection Zones lanes. Before making a lane change, check the SBZA display, check mirrors, Alert (SBZA) glance over your shoulder, and use the If equipped, the Side Blind Zone Alert turn signals. system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas.
Page 212: Lane Departure
DRIVING AND OPERATING When the System Does Not heavy rainstorms. For cleaning Warning instructions, see "Washing the Seem to Work Properly Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 278. The LDW system does not steer the SBZA displays may not come on when If the DIC still displays the system passing a vehicle quickly, for a vehicle.
Page 213: Fuel
DRIVING AND OPERATING Fuel the turn signal in that direction, Warning (Continued) changes to amber and flashes. Use the recommended fuel for proper Additionally, there will be three beeps, or death could occur. Always keep vehicle maintenance. or the driver seat will pulse three the windshield, headlamps, and times, on the right or left, depending For the LFX 3.6L V6 engine, use...
Page 214: Fuel Additives
DRIVING AND OPERATING Fuel Additives Caution Warning (Continued) Gasoline should contain detergent Do not use fuels with any of the To help avoid injuries to you additives that help prevent engine and and others, read and follow following conditions; doing so may fuel system deposits from forming.
Page 215 DRIVING AND OPERATING The vehicle has a capless refueling Warning (Continued) Warning system and does not have a fuel cap. The filling nozzle must be fully weather. Insert the refueling If a fire starts while you are inserted and latched prior to starting nozzle slowly and wait for any refueling, do not remove the nozzle.
Page 216: Filling A Portable Fuel
DRIVING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Warning Warning (Continued) General Towing Attempting to refuel without using Use approved fuel containers. the funnel adapter may cause fuel Information Remove the container from spillage and damage the capless the vehicle, trunk, or pickup Only use towing equipment that has fuel system.
Page 217 DRIVING AND OPERATING Do not tow a trailer during the itself. Get acquainted with the Warning first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent handling and braking of the rig before damage to the engine, axle, setting out for the open road. When towing a trailer, exhaust or other parts.
Page 218 DRIVING AND OPERATING Following Distance Making Turns When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument cluster flash for turns Stay at least twice as far behind the even if the bulbs on the trailer are Caution vehicle ahead as you would when burned out.
Page 219: Trailer Towing
DRIVING AND OPERATING Parking on Hills 5. Release the brake pedal. Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Leaving After Parking on a Hill Warning The cooling system may temporarily 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal overheat during severe operating while you: Parking the vehicle on a hill with conditions.
Page 220: Towing Equipment
DRIVING AND OPERATING the amount of tongue weight the GVW because the vehicle will be Total Weight on Your Vehicle's vehicle can carry. See Weight of the carrying that weight, too. See Vehicle Tires Trailer Tongue later in this section. Load Limits 0 173.
Page 221: Conversions And Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment
DRIVING AND OPERATING carbon monoxide (CO) from the Conversions and Caution exhaust can get into the vehicle. Add-Ons See Engine Exhaust 0 182. Some electrical equipment can Safety Chains damage the vehicle or cause Add-On Electrical components to not work and would Always attach chains between the Equipment not be covered by the vehicle...
Page 222: Vehicle Care
VEHICLE CARE Vehicle Care Starter Switch Check ... . . 243 All-Season Tires ....255 Automatic Transmission Shift Winter Tires .
Page 223: Vehicle Care
VEHICLE CARE Appearance Care General Information Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the Exterior Care ..... . 278 For service and parts needs, visit your installation or use of non-GM certified Interior Care .
Page 224: Vehicle Checks
VEHICLE CARE Vehicle Checks Caution Doing Your Own Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to Service Work vehicle systems. Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids, Warning reservoir caps, or dipsticks. It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the Hood proper knowledge, service manual,...
Page 225: Overview
VEHICLE CARE Engine Compartment Overview 3.6L V6 Engine...
Page 226 VEHICLE CARE 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 231. 13. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Fluid 0 239. (Under Engine Cover). See Power Steering Fluid 0 238. 3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 228. 4.
Page 227 VEHICLE CARE 3.6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine...
Page 228: Engine Cover
VEHICLE CARE 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 231. 13. Windshield Washer Fluid 3. Raise the engine cover (3) to Reservoir. See Washer release it from the retainers. 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Fluid 0 239. (Under Engine Cover). See Power 4.
Page 229: Engine Oil
VEHICLE CARE 4. Lift and remove the engine cover. Checking Engine Oil improves when checking a cold engine prior to starting. Remove 5. Reverse Steps 1 4 to reinstall the Check the engine oil level regularly, the dipstick and check the level. engine cover.
Page 230 VEHICLE CARE meeting the dexos1 specification are Caution (Continued) marked with the dexos1 approved logo. See www.gmdexos.com. cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. You should drain out the excess oil or limit 3.6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine driving of the vehicle and seek a If the oil is below the cross-hatched service professional to remove the...
Page 231: Engine Oil Life System
VEHICLE CARE viscosity grade, it is recommended to Used oil can be a threat to the When the system has calculated that select an oil of the correct environment. If you change your own oil life has been diminished, it specification.
Page 232: Automatic Transmission
VEHICLE CARE How to Reset the Engine Oil Life The oil life system can also be reset as See your dealer to have the fluid and follows: filter changed at the intervals listed in System the Maintenance Schedule 0 288. 1.
Page 233 VEHICLE CARE if damaged. Do not clean the engine 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall the 1. Screws air cleaner/filter or components with filter cover housing. 2. Secondary Air Hose water or compressed air. 3. Lower Air Duct Clamp 4.
Page 234: Cooling System
VEHICLE CARE Warning Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
Page 235: Engine Coolant
VEHICLE CARE Engine Coolant Warning Warning (Continued) The engine and Charged Air Coolant Heater and radiator hoses, and warning. The engine could catch (CAC) cooling systems in the vehicle ® other engine parts, can be very hot. fire and you or others could be are filled with DEX-COOL engine Do not touch them.
Page 236 VEHICLE CARE The engine coolant surge tank and How to Add Coolant to the Caution CAC bottle are in the engine Surge Tank compartment on the driver side of the If improper coolant mixture, vehicle. See Engine Compartment Warning inhibitors, or additives are used in Overview 0 224.
Page 237 VEHICLE CARE 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) the proper mixture to the mark pointed to on the front of the including the surge tank pressure and it will burn if the engine parts coolant surge tank. cap, is hot.
Page 238: Engine Overheating
VEHICLE CARE 2. Fill the CAC bottle with the Caution Warning (Continued) proper mixture to the COLD FILL mark pointed to on the front of Running the engine without coolant If you keep driving when the engine the CAC bottle. may cause damage or a fire.
Page 239: Overheated Engine Protection
VEHICLE CARE 2. Turn the heater on to the highest Overheated Engine Power Steering Fluid temperature and to the highest Protection Operating Mode fan speed. Open the windows as necessary. This emergency operating mode allows the vehicle to be driven to a 3.
Page 240: Washer Fluid
VEHICLE CARE To check the power steering fluid: What to Use 1. Remove the engine cover. Refer To determine what kind of fluid to to Engine Cover 0 227. use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 295. Always use the 2.
Page 241: Brakes
VEHICLE CARE proper sequence to torque Caution (Continued) Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications 0 299. to freeze and damage the The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as washer fluid tank and other means that soon the brakes will not complete sets.
Page 242: Brake Fluid
VEHICLE CARE Brake Fluid Always clean the brake fluid reservoir the specified intervals to prevent cap and the area around the cap increased stopping distance. See before removing it. Maintenance Schedule 0 288. Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding What to Add fluid does not correct a leak.
Page 243: Battery
VEHICLE CARE Battery Vehicle Storage Warning (Continued) Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, The original equipment battery is negative ( ) cable from the battery to When working around a vehicle s maintenance free. Do not remove the keep the battery from running down. battery, shield your eyes with cap and do not add fluid.
Page 244: Starter Switch Check
VEHICLE CARE Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Park Brake and P (Park) Shift Lock Control Function Mechanism Check Warning Check Warning When you are doing this inspection, Warning the vehicle could move suddenly. When you are doing this check, the If the vehicle moves, you or others vehicle could begin to move.
Page 245: Wiper Blade Replacement
VEHICLE CARE To check the P (Park) mechanism's To replace the wiper blade: Windshield Replacement holding ability: With the engine 1. Pull the wiper assembly away HUD System running, shift to P (Park). Then from the windshield. release the parking brake followed The windshield is part of the HUD by the regular brake.
Page 246: Headlamp Aiming
VEHICLE CARE Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps. Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement For replacement of any LED lighting should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs 0 247. assembly, contact your dealer.
Page 247: License Plate Lamp
VEHICLE CARE 2. Remove the bulb socket (1) by License Plate Lamp 2. Bulb turning counterclockwise and 3. Lamp Assembly pulling straight out of the lamp To replace one of these bulbs: assembly (2). 1. Push the lamp assembly (3) 3.
Page 248: Replacement Bulbs
VEHICLE CARE Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause the Bulb Exterior Lamp Electrical System Overload lamps to go on and off, or in some Number cases to remain off. Have the Back-Up Lamp 921 (W16W) The vehicle has fuses and circuit headlamp wiring checked right away if breakers to protect against an...
Page 249: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
VEHICLE CARE Fuses and Circuit Breakers Engine Compartment Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
Page 250 VEHICLE CARE Fuses Usage Engine control module/Switched battery Post-catalytic converter O2 sensor heater (V6 engine)/ Mass air flow sensor/ Flex fuel sensor Starter Transmission control module/Chassis control module/Run/ Crank Right rear heated seat Left rear heated seat The vehicle may not be equipped with Fuses Usage all of the fuses, relays, and features...
Page 251 VEHICLE CARE Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Front power windows Cooling fan K2 Heated mirror Retained accessory Headlamp washer Massage memory power bolster Cooling fan K1 ABS pump Adaptive forward Cooling fan relay lighting module Electric parking brake Pre-catalytic Trunk release Rear window defogger converter O2 sensor...
Page 252: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
VEHICLE CARE The instrument panel fuse block is in Relays Usage Fuses Usage the instrument panel, on the driver Cooling fan Body control side of the vehicle. To access the module 7 fuses, open the fuse panel door by Headlamp washer pulling down at the top.
Page 253: Rear Compartment Fuse
VEHICLE CARE Fuses Usage Relays Usage Diagnostic link Retained accessory connector power Airbag AOS Rear Compartment Fuse Glove box Block HVAC controller Logistics Telematics (OnStar) Steering wheel controls/Backlight Body control module 3 Body control module 2 The rear compartment fuse block is Power steering on the left side of the trunk behind a column...
Page 254 VEHICLE CARE Fuses Usage Video processing module Semi-active damping system Universal garage door opener/Rain, light, and humidity sensor Shunt Side blind zone The vehicle may not be equipped with Fuses Usage all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses Usage Front courtesy lamps Leveling compressor...
Page 255: Wheels And Tires
VEHICLE CARE Wheels and Tires Fuses Usage Warning (Continued) Front camera/EOCM Tires Underinflated tires pose Rear parking assist/ the same danger as Every new GM vehicle has Lane departure overloaded tires. The warning high-quality tires made by a resulting crash could cause leading tire manufacturer.
Page 256: All-Season Tires
VEHICLE CARE All-Season Tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on Warning (Continued) ice or snow covered roads is expected. This vehicle may come with all-season See your dealer for details regarding Replace any tires that have tires. These tires are designed to winter tire availability and proper tire been damaged by impacts provide good overall performance on...
Page 257: Low-Profile Tires
VEHICLE CARE Low-Profile Tires special tread and compound will have Caution (Continued) decreased performance in cold If the vehicle has P245/40R20 or climates, and on ice and snow. It is directly on the tires. Always inspect P245/45R19 size tires, they are recommended that winter tires be tires before use.
Page 258: Tire Pressure For High-Speed
VEHICLE CARE When to Check inflation pressure is low, add air Caution (Continued) until the recommended pressure is Check the tires once a month or reached. If the inflation pressure Overinflated tires, or tires that more. Do not forget the compact is high, press on the metal stem in have too much air, can result in: spare, if the vehicle has one.
Page 259: Tire Pressure Monitor System
VEHICLE CARE at speeds of 160 km/h (100 mph) or Each tire, including the spare (if Warning (Continued) higher. Set the cold inflation pressure provided), should be checked monthly to 270 kPa (39 psi). when cold and inflated to the heat buildup and can cause sudden inflation pressure recommended by Return the tires to the recommended...
Page 260: Operation
VEHICLE CARE Please note that the TPMS is not a telltale after replacing one or more When a low tire pressure condition is substitute for proper tire maintenance, tires or wheels on your vehicle to detected, the TPMS illuminates the and it is the driver's responsibility to ensure that the replacement or low tire pressure warning light located...
Page 261 VEHICLE CARE A Tire and Loading Information label, TPMS Malfunction Light and light and the DIC message should attached to your vehicle, shows the go off after successfully Message size of the original equipment tires completing the sensor matching The TPMS will not function properly if and the correct inflation pressure for process.
Page 262 VEHICLE CARE service if the TPMS malfunction light The TPMS sensor matching process is: 7. Place the relearn tool against the and DIC message comes on and tire sidewall, near the valve stem. 1. Set the parking brake. stays on. Then press the button to activate 2.
Page 263: Tire Inspection
VEHICLE CARE 12. Set all four tires to the The tire has a puncture, cut, recommended air pressure level or other damage that cannot as indicated on the Tire and be repaired well because of the Loading Information label. size or location of the damage. Tire Inspection Tire Rotation We recommend that the tires,...
Page 264: When It Is Time For New
VEHICLE CARE Check that all wheel nuts are When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. This also applies to the spare tire, properly tightened. See Wheel Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is Nut Torque under Capacities and Factors such as maintenance, never used.
Page 265: Buying New Tires
VEHICLE CARE Parking for an extended period can the tire's sidewall near the tire maximum speed capability when cause flat spots on the tires that may size. If the tires have an all-season using winter tires with a lower result in vibrations while driving. tread design, the TPC Spec speed rating.
Page 266: Different Size Tires And Wheels
VEHICLE CARE The Tire and Loading Information Warning Warning label indicates the original equipment tires on the vehicle. Using bias-ply tires on the If different sized wheels are used, See Vehicle Load Limits 0 173 for there may not be an acceptable vehicle may cause the wheel rim the label location and more level of performance and safety if...
Page 267: Wheel Replacement
VEHICLE CARE slight pull to the left or right, Used Replacement Wheels Warning depending on the crown of the road and/or other road surface variations Warning Using the wrong replacement such as troughs or ruts, is normal. wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts If the vehicle is vibrating when driving Replacing a wheel with a used one can be dangerous.
Page 268: If A Tire Goes Flat
VEHICLE CARE A rear blowout, particularly on a Warning (Continued) Warning curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction as used in size combination and road Lifting a vehicle and getting under a skid. Stop pressing the accelerator conditions.
Page 269: Tire Changing
VEHICLE CARE Tire Changing Warning (Continued) Removing the Spare Tire and death. Find a level place to change Tools the tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a 1.
Page 270 VEHICLE CARE 2. Turn the wheel wrench Warning counterclockwise to loosen and remove the wheel nut caps. Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack 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 271 VEHICLE CARE 9. Raise the vehicle by turning the Warning jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground Lifting a vehicle and getting under so there is enough room for the it to do maintenance or repairs is road tire to clear the ground.
Page 272 VEHICLE CARE Warning (Continued) Warning Caution changing a wheel, remove any rust Never use oil or grease on bolts or Improperly tightened wheel nuts or dirt from places where the wheel nuts because the nuts might come can lead to brake pulsation and attaches to the vehicle.
Page 273: Compact Spare Tire
VEHICLE CARE 17. Lower the jack all the way and The compact spare is for temporary remove the jack from under the use only. Replace the compact spare vehicle. tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. 18. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrench.
Page 274: Jump Starting
VEHICLE CARE the vehicle speed be limited to Do not use the compact spare on Jump Starting 80 km/h (50 mph). To conserve the other vehicles. For more information about the tread of the spare tire, have the Do not mix the compact spare tire or vehicle battery, see Battery 0 242.
Page 275 VEHICLE CARE To remove the battery cover: Caution 1. Release the two rear clips (1). Ignoring these steps could result in 2. Lift the battery cover up toward costly damage to the vehicle that the front of the vehicle to release would not be covered by the vehicle it from the pivot points (2) and warranty.
Page 276 VEHICLE CARE 4. Turn the ignition to OFF and Caution Warning switch off all lights and accessories in both vehicles, If the other vehicle does not have a Fans or other moving engine parts except the hazard warning 12-volt system with a negative can injure you badly.
Page 277: Towing The Vehicle
VEHICLE CARE 10. Try to start the vehicle that had Towing the Vehicle Recreational Vehicle the dead battery. If it will not Towing start after a few tries, it probably Caution needs service. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle such as a motor home.
Page 278 VEHICLE CARE Is the proper towing equipment Dinghy Towing Dolly Towing from the Front going to be used? See your dealer (Front-Wheel Drive) or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations. Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed.
Page 279: Appearance Care
VEHICLE CARE 5. Use an adequate clamping device Vehicles with All-Wheel Drive cannot Appearance Care designed for towing to ensure be dolly towed. that the front wheels are locked Exterior Care Dolly Towing from the Rear into the straight-ahead position. Locks 6.
Page 280 VEHICLE CARE If using an automatic car wash, follow non-abrasive cleaners that are marked Caution (Continued) the car wash instructions. The safe for painted surfaces to remove windshield wiper and rear window foreign matter. correct product usage, necessary wiper, if equipped, must be off. Occasional hand waxing or mild safety precautions, and appropriate Remove any accessories that may be...
Page 281 VEHICLE CARE Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Do not use cleaners that are not Aftermarket appearance caps or Moldings intended for automotive use. covers while the lamps are illuminated, due to excessive heat Use a nonabrasive wax on the generated. Caution vehicle after washing to protect and extend the molding finish.
Page 282 VEHICLE CARE Windshield and Wiper Blades Tires Caution (Continued) Clean the outside of the windshield Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to with glass cleaner. clean the tires. magnesium, calcium, or sodium chloride. These chlorides are used Clean rubber blades using a lint-free on roads for conditions such as ice Caution cloth or paper towel soaked with...
Page 283: Interior Care
VEHICLE CARE Brake System clean cloth will make them last Finish Damage longer, seal better, and not stick or Visually inspect brake lines and hoses Quickly repair minor chips and squeak. for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, scratches with touch-up materials cracks, chafing, etc.
Page 284 VEHICLE CARE lotions, sunscreen, and insect (1 gal) of water. A concentrated Speaker Covers repellent from all interior surfaces or soap solution will create streaks Vacuum around a speaker cover permanent damage may result. and attract dirt. Do not use gently, so that the speaker will not be solutions that contain strong or Use cleaners specifically designed for...
Page 285 VEHICLE CARE To clean: commercial upholstery cleaner or spot Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl, lifter. If ring formation occurs, clean Other Plastic Surfaces, Low 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free the entire fabric or carpet. Gloss Paint Surfaces, and colorfast cloth with water. Natural Open Pore Wood Microfiber cloth is recommended After cleaning, use a paper towel to...
Page 286: Floor Mats
VEHICLE CARE Do not use cleaners that increase The original equipment floor mats Warning gloss, especially on the instrument were designed for your vehicle. panel. Reflected glare can decrease If the floor mats need replacing, it Do not bleach or dye safety belt visibility through the windshield is recommended that GM certified webbing.
Page 287 VEHICLE CARE Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock the retainers and remove. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position.
Page 288: Service And Maintenance
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Service and General Information additional maintenance items like tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper Maintenance Your vehicle is an important blades. investment. This section describes the required maintenance for the vehicle. Caution Follow this schedule to help protect General Information against major repair expenses Damage caused by improper...
Page 289: Maintenance Schedule
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE checks and services. The Additional Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Required Services - Normal are for Maintenance Schedule Additional vehicles that: Required Services - Severe chart. Owner Checks and Services Carry passengers and cargo within At Each Fuel Stop Warning recommended limits on the Tire...
Page 290 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE oil life system is reset accidentally, Check tire inflation pressures. See Check automatic transmission service the vehicle within 5 000 km/ Tire Pressure 0 256. shift lock control function. See 3,000 mi since the last service. Reset Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Inspect tire wear.
Page 291 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 292 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Footnotes Maintenance Schedule (3) Or every two years, whichever Additional Required Services - comes first. If driving in dusty Normal conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first.
Page 293 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 294 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Footnotes Maintenance Schedule (3) Or every two years, whichever Special Application Additional Required Services - comes first. If driving in dusty Services Severe conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever Severe Conditions Requiring comes first.
Page 295 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Any vehicle consistently Note: All vehicles with rear-wheel operated in a high sand or dust drive change driveline axle oil environment such as those used every 30 000 km/19,000 mi if on oil pipelines and similar vehicle is used for towing applications.
Page 296: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Automatic Transmission DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. ®...
Page 297: Maintenance Replacement Parts
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 3.6L (LF3) 22989313 A3180C 3.6L (LFX) 20972655 A3175C Engine Oil Filter 3.6L (LF3) 89017525...
Page 298: Maintenance Records
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
Page 299: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification This label, on the load floor under the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) spare tire cover in the trunk, has the Vehicle Identification following information: Number (VIN) ....298 Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label .
Page 300: Vehicle Data
TECHNICAL DATA Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 3.6 L (LF3) 9.8 L 10.4 qt...
Page 301 TECHNICAL DATA Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Horsepower Torque Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 Engine (LF3) 306 kW @ 6000 rpm @1900 0.75 0.90 mm (410 hp @ 6000 rpm) 5600 rpm (0.030 .035 in) (369 lb ft @ 1900 5600 rpm) 3.6L V6 Engine (LFX) 227 kW @ 6800 rpm...
Page 302 TECHNICAL DATA Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 303: Customer Information
CUSTOMER INFORMATION Customer Vehicle Data Recording situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, and Privacy Information data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The vehicle has a number of The EDR is designed to record data computers that record information related to vehicle dynamics and safety Vehicle Data Recording and...
Page 304 CUSTOMER INFORMATION gender, age, and crash location) are Infotainment System recorded. However, other parties, such Using the navigation system may as law enforcement, could combine result in the storage of destinations, the EDR data with the type of addresses, telephone numbers, and personally identifying data routinely other trip information.
Page 305: Index
INDEX Index Airbags Adding Equipment to the Accessories and Modifications ..222 Vehicle ......79 Accessory Power .
Page 306 INDEX Automatic (cont'd) Braking ......168 Check Door Locks ......35 Automatic Forward .
Page 307 INDEX Control of a Vehicle ....168 Door Convenience Net ....102 Ajar Light .
Page 308 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Fluid (cont'd) Oil Pressure Light ....126 Power Steering ....238 Gauges Overheated Protection Washer .
Page 309 INDEX Headlamps (cont'd) Infotainment ......158 Lamps (cont'd) High Intensity Discharge Infotainment System ....303 On Reminder .
Page 310 INDEX Lights (cont'd) Locks (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Engine Cooling System ... 136 Brake System Warning ... 122 Power Door ......35 Charging System .
Page 311 INDEX Mirrors, Interior Rearview ... 43 Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts ..68 Monitor System, Tire Pressure ..258 Privacy Park Vehicle Data Recording ..302 Shifting Into .
Page 312 INDEX Replacement Parts (cont'd) Service (cont'd) Accessories and Maintenance ..... . 296 Safety Belts ......63 Replacing Airbag System .
Page 313 INDEX StabiliTrak System Tires (cont'd) Wheel Replacement ....266 OFF Light ......124 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) .
Page 314 INDEX Warnings Hazard Flashers ....154 Vehicle Washer Fluid ......239 Alarm System .

Cadillac XTS Owner's Manual

Xts Owner's Manual

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Instrument Panel

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Vehicle Features

Performance and Maintenance

26 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Airbag System

Head Restraints

Safety Belts

Airbag System

Storage Storage Compartments

Instruments and Controls

Lighting Exterior Lighting

Driving and Operating

Engine Exhaust

Automatic Transmission

Drive Systems

Brakes

Cruise Control

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