Page 1 2009 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Head Restraints ......... 1-2 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ..4-2 Front Seats Towing ..........1-4 ........... 4-26 Rear Seats ..........1-13 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, DTS AND DTS Digital Surround are registered the CADILLAC Crest & Wreath, and the name CTS trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. are registered trademarks, and the name CTS-V is a trademark, of General Motors Corporation.
Page 3: Canadian Owners
For vehicles ﬁrst sold auprès de concessionnaire ou à l’adresse suivante: in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division Helm Incorporated wherever it appears in this manual. P.O. Box 07130...
Page 4 Safety Warnings and Symbols A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. A circle with a slash Notice: These mean there is something that could through it is a safety damage your vehicle. symbol which means Many times, this damage would not be covered by the “Do Not,”...
Page 5 Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuel Gage Here are some additional symbols that may be found on : Fuses the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer : Airbag Readiness Light : LATCH System Child Restraints : Air Conditioning : Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
Page 6 ✍ NOTES...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint System Head Restraints ..........1-2 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-44 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Front Seats ............1-4 Children (LATCH) ........1-45 Manual Seats ..........1-4 Securing a Child Restraint in a Power Seats ..........1-5 Rear Seat Position ........1-51 Power Lumbar ..........1-6 Securing a Child Restraint in the Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters ......1-6...
Page 8: Head Restraints
Head Restraints The vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The vehicle’s rear seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions, but they are not adjustable. CAUTION: 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 9 Pull the head restraint up Push down on the head restraint after the button is to raise it. To lower the released to make sure that it is locked in place. head restraint, press The vehicle’s head restraints are not designed to be the button, located on removed.
Page 10: Front Seats
Front Seats To move a manual seat forward or rearward: 1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. Manual Seats 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 11: Power Seats
Manual Leg Extension Power Seats On vehicles with power seats, the controls are located on the outboard side of the seats. On vehicles with this feature, adjust the manual leg extension by reaching under it, in the pocketed area. • Press the release button and pull or push to lengthen or Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the shorten it.
Page 12: Power Lumbar And Side Bolsters
Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters The vertical control is used for reclining the seatback. See “Power Reclining Seatbacks” under Reclining Seatbacks on page 1-10 for more information. Power Lumbar The vehicle may have this feature. The driver and passenger seatback lumbar support can be adjusted by moving the control located on the...
Page 13: Heated And Ventilated Seats
Power Lumbar Heated and Ventilated Seats On vehicles with this feature: On vehicles with this feature, the buttons are located on the climate control panel. • Press and hold the top of the control (B) to increase support to the top of the seatback and decrease (Heated Seat and Seatback): Press to heat the support to the bottom of the lumbar.
Page 14 Memory Seat, Mirrors and To save your positions in memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner and Steering Wheel lumbar, both outside mirrors, and the steering wheel to a comfortable position. On vehicles with the memory package the controls are located on the driver door.
Page 15 Easy Exit Recall On vehicles with the Keyless Access System, automatic adjustment occurs when the driver door is opened. : With the vehicle in P (Park) for an automatic See “MEMORY SEAT RECALL” under DIC Vehicle transmission or the parking brake applied for a manual Customization on page 3-72 for more information.
Page 16: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION: Manual Reclining Seatbacks If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could CAUTION: cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to locked.
Page 17: Power Reclining Seatbacks
Power Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the recline lever. If the seats have power reclining seatbacks, use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of each seat. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
Page 18 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 19: Rear Seats
Rear Seats To return the seatback to the upright position: Split Folding Rear Seat CAUTION: The vehicle may have a split folding rear seat. If the seatback is not locked, it could move To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks: forward in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 20: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, This section of the manual describes how to use inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, safety belts properly. It also describes some things not people riding in these areas are more likely to be to do with safety belts.
Page 21: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have it goes.
Page 22 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-16...
Page 23 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-17...
Page 24: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Page 25: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This section is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in Be aware that there are special things to know about a crash —...
Page 26 In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
Page 27 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt snugly against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose.
Page 28 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 29 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 30 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 31 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 32 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 33 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to ﬁx it.
Page 34 Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.
Page 35 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. shoulder belt. The belt should return to its stowed position. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the of the way.
Page 36 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for driver and right front passenger seating positions. front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt safety belt assembly.
Page 37: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head.
Page 38 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. 4. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as The elastic cord must be under the belt and the described previously in this section. Make sure guide on top. that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder.
Page 39: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, women.
Page 40: Child Restraints
Child Restraints The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt Older Children until the child passes the below ﬁt test: • Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue.
Page 41 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? CAUTION: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face Never do this. or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the Never allow two children to wear the same safety hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 42 CAUTION: Never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt.
Page 43: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes nor its airbag system is designed for them. Every time infants and all other children.
Page 44 CAUTION: Never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) infant will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms.
Page 45 CAUTION: Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 46 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during Selection of a particular restraint should take a crash, infants need complete support.
Page 47: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint with the seating surface A young child’s hip bones are still so small that against the back of the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain the infant. low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen.
Page 48 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.
Page 49: Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint
Securing the Child Within the Child system. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-45 for more information. A child can Restraint be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the CAUTION: instructions that come with the restraint which may be on...
Page 50: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seating position.
Page 51: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CAUTION: (Continued) Children (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a of a child restraint easier.
Page 52: Top Tether Anchor
Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the position that will accommodate a child restraint with vehicle.
Page 53 Some child restraints with top tethers are designed To assist you in locating for use with or without the top tether being attached. the lower anchors, each Others require the top tether always to be attached. seating position with lower In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing anchors has two labels, child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be...
Page 54: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
The top tether anchors are located under the covers Accident statistics show that children are safer if they on the rear seatback ﬁller panel. Be sure to use are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. See an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as Where to Put the Restraint on page 1-44 for additional the seating position where the child restraint will information.
Page 55 Notice: Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle’s safety belts. This may damage CAUTION: these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments. Do not attach more than one child restraint to a Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt single anchor.
Page 56 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that If the position you are the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the using does not have a top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. head restraint and you Refer to the child restraint instructions and are using a dual tether, the following steps:...
Page 57: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat Position
If the position you are Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top using has a ﬁxed head tether anchor if a national or local law requires that restraint and you are using the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that a single tether, route the come with the child restraint say that the top strap must tether over the head...
Page 58 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
Page 59 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-45 for more information. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 60: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the CAUTION: Right Front Seat Position This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger Put the Restraint on page 1-44.
Page 61 Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that CAUTION: (Continued) the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear strap must be anchored.
Page 62 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
Page 63 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. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint ”...
Page 64: Airbag System
Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger. The vehicle has the following airbags: • A frontal airbag for the driver. With seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the side of the seatback closest •...
Page 65 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: CAUTION: Airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if seriously injured or killed.
Page 66: Instrument Panel
CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument safety belt system nor its airbag system is panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol.
Page 67: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-61...
Page 68 Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks and second row outboard passengers are in the closest to the door.
Page 69: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? CAUTION: Frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver’s or If something is between an occupant and an airbag, right front passenger’s head and chest.
Page 70 Frontal airbags may inﬂate at different crash speeds. The vehicle has seat-mounted side impact and For example: roof-rail airbags. See Airbag System on page 1-58. Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags • If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags are intended to inﬂate in moderate to severe side could inﬂate at a different crash speed than if the crashes.
Page 71: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel electrical signal triggering a release of gas from or the instrument panel.
Page 72: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an CAUTION: Airbag Inﬂates? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact When an airbag inﬂates, there may be dust in the airbags inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, so quickly that air. This dust could cause breathing problems for some people may not even realize an airbag inﬂated.
Page 73: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the Additional windshield breakage may also occur right front passenger position. The passenger airbag from the right front passenger airbag.
Page 74 The passenger sensing system turns off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. CAUTION: The driver airbag, seat-mounted side impact airbags and the roof-rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger seat.
Page 75 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off For some children, including children in child restraints, the right front passenger airbag if: and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger •...
Page 76: Child Restraint
If the On Indicator is Lit for a If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Child Restraint Adult-Size Occupant If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle. 3.
Page 77 Additional Factors Affecting System If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front Operation passenger frontal airbag: Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the 1. Turn the vehicle off. seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps 2.
Page 78: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped A wet seat can affect the performance of the passenger sensing system. Here is how: Vehicle • The passenger sensing system may turn off the passenger airbag when liquid is soaked into the Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. seat.
Page 79: Adding Equipment To Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding Equipment to Your interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment Airbag-Equipped Vehicle of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the Is there anything I might add to or change passenger airbag(s).
Page 80: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag Checking the Restraint Systems readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-36 for more information. Safety Belts Notice: If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, Now and then, check the safety belt reminder light, or broken, the airbag may not work properly.
Page 81: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If the vehicle has been in a crash, do you need new safety belts or LATCH system (if equipped) parts? After a Crash After a very minor crash, nothing may be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged.
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Page 83: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ....2-30 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ....2-5 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-30 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Ignition Positions (Key Access) .......2-31 Operation ...........2-6 Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) ....2-32 Keyless Access System ........2-8 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ....2-33 Keyless Access System Operation ....2-8...
Page 84 Section 2 Features and Controls Object Detection Systems .......2-54 Storage Areas ..........2-64 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ....2-54 Glove Box ...........2-64 Cupholders ..........2-64 ® OnStar System ..........2-56 Instrument Panel Storage .......2-65 Universal Home Remote System ......2-60 Center Console Storage .........2-65 Universal Home Remote System Operation Convenience Net ..........2-65 (With One Triangular LED) ......2-60...
Page 85: Keys
Keys CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: The windows will function with the keyless access transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key closing window.
Page 86 This key is used for the To remove the key, press driver door, ignition, and the button (A) near the glove box. bottom of the keyless access transmitter, and pull the key out. Never pull the key out without pressing the button. This vehicle may have the Keyless Access System.
Page 87: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to System use this equipment. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, If this vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) try this: system, it operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules...
Page 88 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) If enabled through the DIC, the parking lamps ﬂash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred. See DIC System Operation Vehicle Customization on page 3-72. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold for work up to 65 feet (20 m) away from the vehicle.
Page 89 Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer/retailer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to the vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be programmed.
Page 90: Operation
Keyless Access System If you ever notice a decrease in the keyless access transmitter range, try doing one of the following: Your vehicle may have a Keyless Access System that • Check the distance. You may be too far from your operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal vehicle.
Page 91 Keyless Unlocking (Lock): Press once to lock the doors. The turn With the keyless access transmitter in range, approach signal indicators ﬂash. the front door to unlock it and pull the handle to open When is pressed twice, the door. All doors will unlock when you approach the vehicle with the keyless access transmitter and open the the turn signal indicators ﬂash twice, and the...
Page 92 Programming Transmitters to the For vehicles with the memory feature, press on the keyless access transmitter to program and recall the Vehicle memory settings. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Only keyless access transmitters programmed to the Wheel on page 1-8 for more information. vehicle will work.
Page 93 4. Turn the key to the unlock position ﬁve times within 7. A beep sounds once the transmitter is programmed. ﬁve seconds. The DIC displays Ready To Learn Electronic Key #3 or 4, or Maximum # Electronic Keys 5. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays Ready Learned.
Page 94 The procedure requires three, ten minute cycles to 6. Press the ignition switch in. complete the matching process. 7. The DIC reads Learn Delay Active Wait XX Min and 1. The vehicle must be off. counts down to zero. 8. The DIC displays Press Start Control To Learn Keys again.
Page 95 Starting the Vehicle with a Low Battery Replacement Transmitter Battery Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static Replace the battery if the Replace Battery In Remote from your body could damage the transmitter. Key message displays in the DIC.
Page 96: Remote Vehicle Start
Remote Vehicle Start 3. If it is the ﬁrst remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat these steps, while the engine is still running, to extend the engine running time by This vehicle may have a remote starting feature that 10 minutes.
Page 97 • The remote vehicle start feature provides two separate There is an emission control system malfunction. starts, each with 10 minutes of engine running, or it • The remote start feature is not enabled. See provides one start with 10 minutes of engine running “Remote Start”...
Page 98: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle. From the inside, use the manual lock levers located on the door panels near the windows. Door Locks Push down on the manual lock lever to lock the door. To unlock the door, pull up on the lever.
Page 99: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks door lock switch or the lock button on the RKE transmitter. See DIC Vehicle Customization on The power door lock switches are located on the page 3-72 for more information. front doors. " Programmable Automatic Door (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. Locks (Lock): Remove the key from the ignition and press to lock the doors.
Page 100: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks To set the locks, do the following: 1. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it The vehicle has rear door security locks. These prevent so the slot is in the horizontal position. passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside.
Page 101: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection Trunk If the power door lock switch is pressed when the key is in the ignition and a door is open, all the doors will CAUTION: lock and only the driver door will unlock. If the doors are closed, they can be locked by using the Remote Exhaust gases may enter the vehicle if it is driven Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 102 Trunk Lock Release If the vehicle is locked, the keyless access transmitter must be within 3 feet (1 meter) of the trunk opening for it to be recognized and allow the trunk to open. On vehicles with this feature, the remote trunk If the vehicle is ever without power, the trunk area release button is located can still be accessed by using one of the following...
Page 103: Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Emergency Trunk Release Handle Close the trunk by pulling on the handle. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release Rear-Seat Pass Through handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle.
Page 104: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 105: Power Windows
Power Windows The power window switches are located on the driver door. CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.
Page 106: Programming The Power Windows
Express-Down Window To program each front window, follow these steps: 1. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or This feature is on all windows. Press the switch to the when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active, second position and release the switch to activate close all doors.
Page 107: Sun Visors
Express Window Anti-Pinch Override Window Lockout (Window Lockout): The rear window lockout button is located on the driver door near the window switches. CAUTION: Press the right side of the button to disable the rear window controls. The light on the button will illuminate, If express override is activated, the window will not indicating the feature is in use.
Page 108: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems If a locked door or trunk is opened without using the key in the driver’s door key cylinder or the transmitter, a ten second pre-alarm will occur. The horn will chirp and Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. the lights will ﬂash.
Page 109: Immobilizer
Testing the Alarm Immobilizer The alarm can be tested by following these steps: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s window and open the driver’s door.
Page 110: Immobilizer Operation (Key Access)
At this time, you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside Service. Breakers on page 5-115. If the engine still does not start See Roadside Service on page 7-7.
Page 111: Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access)
Immobilizer Operation If the ignition control knob does not rotate, and the keyless access transmitter appears to be undamaged, (Keyless Access) try another keyless access transmitter. Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the transmitter pocket Your vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. located in the center console.
Page 112: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your If these procedures are not followed, the engine, axle, or other parts could be damaged. Vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the ﬁrst 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new New Vehicle Break-In linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement.
Page 113: Ignition Positions (Key Access)
Ignition Positions (Key Access) A (LOCK/OFF): This is the only position in which the key can be inserted or removed. This position locks the ignition and shifter on automatic transmission vehicles, and the ignition and steering wheel on manual transmission vehicles. B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off.
Page 114: Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) A (LOCK/OFF): The ignition control knob cannot be removed from the vehicle. The keyless access transmitter must be inside the vehicle to start the You can turn the ignition control knob to four different engine. This position locks the ignition and shifter on positions.
Page 115: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) If the vehicle has the keyless access system, put your foot on the brake pedal and turn the ignition control knob to the START position. When the engine begins cranking, These vehicle accessories can be used for up to let go of the ignition control knob, it will return to the 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: ON/RUN position.
Page 116: Starting Procedure
Starting Procedure and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the to let the cranking motor cool down. ignition key to START. If the vehicle has the keyless 2.
Page 117: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: Vehicles with the engine coolant heater can use this option in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could warm-up.
Page 118 Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: The shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift There are several different lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake positions for the shift lever.
Page 119 Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with moving forward could damage the transmission. The the engine running at high speed may damage repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. the transmission.
Page 120 M (Manual Mode): This position allows the driver to SPORT MODE will be displayed in the DIC select the range of gears appropriate for current driving momentarily. The vehicle will remain in sport mode conditions. If the vehicle has this feature, see Driver if the shift lever is not moved.
Page 121 Tap Shift CTS-V vehicles use tracer lights around the outside of the tachometer as a performance up-shift light. These tracers ﬂash to indicate when to shift to the next higher gear to avoid the engine speed limit. See Tachometer on page 3-34 for more information.
Page 122 Manual Transmission Operation CTS-V vehicles use tracer lights around the outside of the tachometer as a performance up-shift light. These tracers If the vehicle has a manual transmission, the shift lever is ﬂash to indicate when to shift to the next higher gear to located on the center console between the front seats.
Page 123 Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission) 2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2 (Second). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. CAUTION: 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth) and 6 (Sixth): Shift into 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth) and 6 (Sixth) the same If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could way you do for 2 (Second).
Page 124: Parking Brake
Up-Shift Light Skip Shift (CTS-V) CTS vehicles with a manual Under light acceleration, the transmission will only transmission have an allow you to shift from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth). Shifts from economy up-shift light on 1 (First) to 2 (Second) or 3 (Third) are not allowed. the instrument panel.
Page 125 If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on the Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can instrument panel cluster should come on. If it does not, overheat the brake system and cause premature you need to have the vehicle serviced. See Brake System wear or damage to brake system parts.
Page 126: Electric Parking Brake
Electric Parking Brake Vehicles with the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) have CAUTION: a switch in the center console. On vehicles with a manual transmission, releasing the clutch and pressing the accelerator will release the Electric Parking Brake. If the vehicle is not in a gear, the vehicle could move, and you or others could be injured.
Page 127 EPB Apply If this light is ﬂashing, the EPB is only partially applied or released, or there is a problem with the EPB. The EPB can be applied any time the vehicle is stopped. The DIC message “Service Park Brake” will be The EPB is applied by momentarily lifting up on the EPB displayed.
Page 128 EPB Release Automatic EPB Release To release the EPB, turn the ignition switch to the The EPB will automatically release if the vehicle is ON/RUN position, apply and hold the brake pedal, and running, placed into gear and an attempt is made to push down momentarily on the EPB switch.
Page 129: Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)
Shifting Into Park Use this procedure to shift into P (Park): 1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking (Automatic Transmission) brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-42 for more information. CAUTION: 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by holding in the button on the shift lever and pushing the lever all It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the the way toward the front of the vehicle.
Page 130: Shifting Out Of Park
Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) Running (Automatic Transmission) Torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle puts too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the transmission into P (Park) is not done properly and then it CAUTION: is difficult to shift out of P (Park).
Page 131: Parking The Vehicle (Manual Transmission)
Parking the Vehicle If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. (Manual Transmission) See Jump Starting on page 5-46 for more information. To shift out of P (Park) use the following: Before you get out of the vehicle, place the shift lever in R (Reverse) and ﬁrmly apply the parking brake.
Page 132: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: • The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage. • The vehicle’s exhaust system has been Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) modiﬁed, damaged or improperly repaired. which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to •...
Page 133: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Running the Vehicle While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in CAUTION: P (Park) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 134: Mirrors
Mirrors Outside Power Mirrors Controls for the outside Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror power mirrors are located on the driver’s door. This vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview ® ® mirror with OnStar controls. See OnStar System on page 2-56 for more information. (On/Off): Press to turn the dimming feature on or off.
Page 135: Park Tilt Mirrors
Outside Convex Mirror Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to return to its original position. CAUTION: Park Tilt Mirrors A convex mirror can make things (like other If the vehicle has the memory package, the passenger vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
Page 136: Object Detection Systems
Object Detection Systems CAUTION: (Continued) Ultrasonic Rear Parking If you do not use proper care before and while Assist (URPA) backing; vehicle damage, injury, or death could occur. Even with URPA, always check behind the For vehicles with the URPA system, it operates at speeds vehicle before backing up.
Page 137: How The System Works
How the System Works The following describes what will occur with the URPA display as the vehicle gets closer to a detected object: URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse). The rear display brieﬂy Description English Metric...
Page 138: Onstar System
® When the System Does Not Seem to OnStar System Work Properly If the URPA system will not activate due to a temporary condition, the message PARK ASSIST OFF will be displayed on the DIC and a red light will be shown on the rear URPA display when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse).
Page 139 OnStar Services Available with the Some services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may not be available until Safe & Sound Plan the owner of the vehicle registers with OnStar. After the ﬁrst prepaid year, contact OnStar to select a monthly or •...
Page 140: Onstar Virtual Advisor
OnStar Services Included with OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation Directions & Connections Plan Vehicles with the OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation system can provide voice-guided driving directions. Press the • All Safe and Sound Plan Services OnStar button to have an OnStar advisor locate a •...
Page 141: How Onstar Service Works
How OnStar Service Works Location information about the vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available. The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle The vehicle must have a working electrical system, information. This information is automatically sent to an including adequate battery power, for the OnStar OnStar Call Center when the OnStar button is pressed, equipment to operate.
Page 142: Universal Home Remote System
Universal Home Remote Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED) System The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand-held Radio-Frequency (RF) transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home lighting. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 143 Keep the original hand-held transmitter for use in other To program up to three devices: vehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remote programming. It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed Universal Home Remote buttons should be erased for security purposes.
Page 144 3. At the same time, press and hold both the Universal If the Universal Home Remote indicator light Home Remote button to be used to control the blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns garage door and the hand-held transmitter button. to a constant light, continue with the programming Do not release the Universal Home Remote button or Steps 6 through 8.
Page 145: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
Gate Operator and Canadian 7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” button. After you press this button, you will have Programming 30 seconds to complete Step 8. If you have questions or need help programming the 8. Immediately return to the vehicle. Firmly press and Universal Home Remote System, call 1-800-355-3515 hold the Universal Home Remote button, chosen in or go to www.homelink.com.
Page 146: Storage Areas
Using Universal Home Remote Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second. The indicator light To reprogram any of the three Universal Home Remote will come on while the signal is being transmitted. buttons, repeat the programming instructions earlier in this section, beginning with Step 2.
Page 147: Instrument Panel Storage
Instrument Panel Storage Sunroof Your vehicle has a storage area located below the If the vehicle has a power sunroof it will only operate climate control systems. To access, push on the lid. when the ignition is turned on, or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
Page 148 Express-Close: To close the sunshade, fully press and Comfort Stop Feature: The sunroof has a comfort release the front of the driver side switch. The sunshade stop feature which stops the sunroof from opening to the will automatically close. To stop the sunshade partway, full-open position.
Page 149 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Battery Run-Down Protection ......3-22 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ......3-22 Horn .............3-6 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ......3-23 Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel ....3-6 Analog Clock ..........3-23 Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Climate Controls ..........3-24 Column ............3-7 Dual Climate Control System ......3-24...
Page 150 Section 3 Instrument Panel Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......3-43 DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-58 Oil Pressure Light .........3-46 DIC Vehicle Customization ......3-72 Engine Oil Pressure Gage ......3-47 Audio System(s) ..........3-85 Security Light ..........3-48 Radio(s) ............3-86 Fog Lamp Light ..........3-48 Using an MP3 ..........3-108 Lights On Reminder ........3-48 XM Radio Messages ........3-112 Cruise Control Light ........3-48...
Page 151 ✍ NOTES...
Page 152: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar...
Page 153 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Outlet Adjustment on page 3-29. O. Hood Release on page 5-12. B. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-50. P. Cruise Control on page 3-14. Traction Control System (TCS) Disable Button (CTS-V Model Only). C.
Page 154: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel A tilt and telescope wheel lets the steering wheel (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button be adjusted. located on the instrument panel, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. This warns The tilt and telescope lever others that you are having trouble.
Page 155: Power Tilt Wheel And Telescopic Steering Column
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Steering Column The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: : Turn and Lane-Change Signals : Exterior Lamp Control For vehicles with this feature, the power tilt wheel control is located on the left side of the steering column.
Page 156: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on for about 1 mile (1.6 km), An arrow on the instrument a warning chime will sound and the TURN SIGNAL ON panel cluster ﬂashes in the message will appear on the Driver Information Center direction of the turn or (DIC) display.
Page 157: Flash-To-Pass
Flash-to-Pass Windshield Wipers This feature allows the high-beam headlamps to be used to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. Pull and hold the turn signal/multifunction lever toward you to use this feature. When this is done the following will occur: •...
Page 158: Rainsense™ Wipers
Rainsense™ Wipers 1 (Low Speed): For slow, steady wiping cycles. 2 (High Speed): For rapid wiping cycles. Vehicles with Rainsense windshield wipers, have a moisture sensor for this feature mounted on the interior If the windshield wipers are in use for about six seconds side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror.
Page 159 Rainsense windshield wipers operate in a delay mode, The mist and wash cycles operate as normal and are as well as a continuous low or high speed as needed. not affected by the Rainsense function. The Rainsense Move the wiper lever up to the delay position and system can be overridden at any time by manually turn the band to one of ﬁve settings.
Page 160: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer Heated Windshield Washer For vehicles with the heated windshield washer ﬂuid system it can be used to help clear ice, snow, tree sap, CAUTION: or bugs from the windshield. The button is located on In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the climate control system the windshield is warmed.
Page 161: Headlamp Washer
Headlamp Washer After the ﬁrst wipe cycle, it can take up to 20 seconds for each of the remaining cycles. The system will Your vehicle may have headlamp washers. automatically turn off after four wipe cycles have been The headlamp washers clear debris from the completed or press again to turn it off.
Page 162: Cruise Control
Cruise Control The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel. CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads.
Page 163 Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set, or Suppose the cruise control is set at a desired speed if the master cylinder brake ﬂuid level is low. and then the brake is applied. This shuts off the cruise control.
Page 164 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Using Cruise Control on Hills Control How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle’s speed, load, and the steepness of the To reduce the vehicle’s speed while using cruise hills. When going up steep hills, you might have to step control: on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle’s speed.
Page 165: Headlamps
Headlamps Wiper Activated Headlamps The exterior lamp control is located towards the end of This feature activates the headlamps and parking the turn signal/multifunction lever. lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for about six seconds. For this feature to work, (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the band with this the exterior lamp control must be in AUTO.
Page 166: Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) When the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the DRL turns off and the low-beam headlamps will turn on. When it is bright enough outside, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for the low-beam headlamps will go off, and the DRL will others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 167: Adaptive Forward Lighting System
Light Sensor position will deactivate the system. AFL will operate when the vehicle speed is greater than 2 mph (3 km/h). The light sensor for the AFL will not operate when the transmission is in DRL and AUTO headlamp R (Reverse). AFL is not immediately operable after feature is located on starting the vehicle;...
Page 168: Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver Entry Lighting The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the The entry lighting system turns on the reading and ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF, if the parking lamps dome lamps and the backlighting to the exterior lamp or headlamps have been left on.
Page 169: Reading Lamps
Reading Lamps The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may not be The reading lamps are located on the overhead console. spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that These lamps come on automatically when any door is is needed for very high electrical loads.
Page 170: Battery Run-Down Protection
Battery Run-Down Protection Notice: If electrical devices are left plugged into a power outlet, the battery may drain causing the vehicle not to start or damage to the battery. This feature helps to prevent battery drain if accessory This would not be covered by the warranty. lamps are left on.
Page 171: Ashtray(S) And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Analog Clock The vehicle may have two removable ashtrays and The analog clock is located on the instrument panel cigarette lighters. One ashtray can be placed into the above the radio. The clock is not connected with instrument panel storage compartment and the other any other vehicle system and runs by itself.
Page 172: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): The system automatically controls fan speed, air delivery, and air conditioning in order Dual Climate Control System to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature. When the indicator light is on, the system is in full The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can automatic operation.
Page 173: Manual Operation
Manual Operation English can be changed to metric units through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Vehicle (Power): Press to turn the climate control system on Customization on page 3-72. or off. When the climate control system is turned off (Temperature Control): The temperature can be the air inlet defaults to outside air.
Page 174 The outboard air outlets always receive some airﬂow in (Defrost): This mode clears the windshield of fog every mode, except defrost. or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield, with some air directed to the side windows. In this mode, To change the current mode, select one of the following: the system automatically turns off recirculation and runs the air-conditioning compressor, unless the outside...
Page 175: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger (Recirculation/Outside Air): Press this button to switch between recirculation and outside The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to air modes. The indicator light comes on to show which remove fog or frost from the rear window. It only works mode is being used.
Page 176 Sensors Heated and Ventilated Seats: Press to heat or ventilate the seat. See Heated and Ventilated Seats on page 1-7. The solar sensor located on the instrument panel, (Heated Windshield Washer, If Equipped): near the windshield, For more information, see Windshield Washer on monitors the solar heat.
Page 177: Outlet Adjustment
Passenger Compartment Air Filter The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to adjust the fan speed and the air delivery, in order to maintain the selected temperature. The passenger compartment air ﬁlter traps most of The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the dust and pollen from the air entering the vehicle.
Page 178: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and To replace the passenger compartment air ﬁlter: 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off. Indicators 2. Turn on the windshield wipers and turn the ignition off again when the wipers are straight up Warning lights and gages can signal that something is on the windshield.
Page 179: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to indicate how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle is going, how much fuel the vehicle has used and many of the other things needed to drive safely and economically. United States Automatic Transmission Cluster shown, Manual and Canada similar 3-31...
Page 180 United States V–Series Automatic Transmission Cluster shown, Manual and Canada similar 3-32...
Page 181: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometers The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in either The trip odometer can record the number of miles or miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). kilometers traveled for up to two trips. The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been The trip odometer is part of the Driver Information driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or Center (DIC), for more information see DIC Operation...
Page 182: Tachometer
Tachometer The CTS-V tachometer has tracer lights that follow the movement of the tachometer indicator. The tracer lights can be turned off in the DIC Vehicle Customization. See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-72 for more information. For the CTS-V, the tracer lights also ﬂash when it is time to up-shift to avoid the engine speed limit.
Page 183: Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started, a Safety Belt Reminder Light chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. This only occurs When the engine is started, a chime sounds for if the passenger airbag is enabled.
Page 184: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light CAUTION: The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for possible malfunctions. If the light stays on it indicates there is an electrical problem. The system check If the airbag readiness light stays on after the includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing means the airbag system might not be working...
Page 185: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled (may inﬂate). The vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-67 for If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger important safety information.
Page 186: Charging System Light
Charging System Light Up-Shift Light This light comes on brieﬂy The vehicle may have an when the ignition key is up-shift light, it shows turned to START, but when to shift to the next the engine is not running, higher gear for best as a check to show it fuel economy.
Page 187: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light If the light stays on after the parking brake is fully released there is a base brake problem. This vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into For vehicles with the Electric Park Brake (EPB), if the two parts.
Page 188: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light comes on brieﬂy when the engine is started. For vehicles with the Electric Park Brake (EPB), this light should come on brieﬂy when ignition is turned to ON/RUN.
Page 189: Stabilitrak ® /Traction Control System (Tcs) Warning Light
® StabiliTrak /Traction Control Engine Coolant Temperature System (TCS) Warning Light Warning Light The Traction Control The engine coolant System (TCS)/StabiliTrak temperature warning light warning light should comes on brieﬂy when come on brieﬂy when the engine is started. the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer.
Page 190: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with a tire pressure light, this light comes on brieﬂy when the engine is started and provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires is signiﬁcantly United States Canada...
Page 191: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle. Check Engine Light This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation Notice: If the vehicle is continually driven with...
Page 192 This light comes on during a malfunction in one of An emission system malfunction might be corrected by two ways: doing the following: • Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed. See Filling Light Flashing: A misﬁre condition has been detected. the Tank on page 5-8.
Page 193: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
• If none of the above have made the light turn off, your The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD II dealer/retailer can check the vehicle. The dealer/retailer (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to emission control systems have not been completely ﬁx any mechanical or electrical problems that might have diagnosed by the system.
Page 194: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light CAUTION: For vehicles with an oil pressure light, if there is a problem with the oil, Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. the light may stay on The engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. after the engine is started, Someone could be burned.
Page 195: Engine Oil Pressure Gage
Engine Oil Pressure Gage A reading outside the normal operating range may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Oil should be checked as soon as possible. See Oil pressure Low Stop Engine under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-58 and Engine Oil on page 5-18.
Page 196: Security Light
Security Light Lights On Reminder For information regarding This light comes on this light and the vehicle’s whenever the parking security system, see lamps are on. Theft-Deterrent System on page 2-26. See Headlamps on Reminder on page 3-17 for more Fog Lamp Light information.
Page 197: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light If the fuel supply gets low, the Fuel Level Low message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and a single chime will sound. See DIC Warnings and This light comes on when Messages on page 3-58 for more information. the high-beam headlamps are in use.
Page 198: Boost Gage
Boost Gage Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. The DIC is also used to display warning/status messages. All messages appear in the DIC display located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster.
Page 199: Dic Operation And Displays
DIC Operation and Displays Set/Reset: Press this button to reset certain DIC features and to acknowledge DIC warning messages The Driver Information and clear them from the DIC display. Center (DIC) has different displays which can be Menu Up/Down: Press this button to scroll up accessed by pressing the and down the menu items.
Page 200 Fuel Range Timer This display shows the approximate number of This display can be used like a stopwatch. You can remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) you can drive record the time it takes to travel from one point to without reﬁlling the fuel tank.
Page 201: Parking Assist
Speedometer The Oil Life must be reset after each oil change. It does not reset itself. Avoid accidental resetting of the This display shows a digital speedometer in the DIC. Oil Life system. It cannot be reset accurately until The speed displays in either miles per hour (mph) the next oil change.
Page 202: Tire Pressure
Tire Pressure If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the charging system light illuminates and/or the DIC The pressure for each tire can be viewed in the DIC. displays a message. See Charging System Light The tire pressure is shown in either pounds per square on page 3-38, DIC Warnings and Messages on inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa).
Page 203 Relearn Remote Key Trans (Transmission) Temp (Temperature) (CTS-V Only) If the vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, this display allows you to match the transmitter This display shows the transmission ﬂuid temperature in to the vehicle. If the vehicle has the keyless access either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°C).
Page 204: Dic Compass
DIC Compass The vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Information Center (DIC). Compass Zone The zone is set to zone eight. If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area, the variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone.
Page 205: Compass Calibration
Compass Calibration To calibrate the compass, use the following procedure: Compass Calibration Procedure The compass can be manually calibrated. Only calibrate the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location, 1. Before calibrating the compass, check that the such as an open parking lot, where driving the vehicle compass is set to the correct variance zone.
Page 206: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages AFL (Adaptive Forward Lighting) Lamps Need Service Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that This message displays when the Adaptive Forward some action may be needed by the driver to correct the Lighting (AFL) system is disabled and needs service.
Page 207: Battery Saver Active
Automatic Light Control Off Battery Volts Low This message displays when the automatic headlamps This message displays when the electrical system is are turned off. charging less than 10 volts or the battery has been drained. Automatic Light Control On If this message appears immediately after starting the This message displays when the automatic headlamps engine, it is possible that the generator can still recharge...
Page 208: Check Tire Pressure
Calibrating Drive In Circles Check Tire Pressure This message displays when calibrating the compass. This message displays when the pressure in one or Drive the vehicle in circles at less than 5 mph (8 km/h) more of the vehicle’s tires needs to be checked. It also to complete the calibration.
Page 209 Differential Hot, Reduce Speed Electronic Key Not Detected (CTS-V Only) If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this message displays if the vehicle does not detect the This message displays and a chime sounds if the presence of a transmitter when you have attempted to differential ﬂuid temperature exceeds 300°F (150°C).
Page 210 Electronic Key Not Detected Restart Allowed If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this message displays when the keyless access transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle while you are trying to turn the ignition off. The vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing the keyless access system to be jammed.
Page 211: Fuel Level Low
Engine Oil Low Add Oil Engine Power Is Reduced If the vehicle has an oil level sensor, this message This message displays when the engine power is displays if the oil level in the vehicle is low. Check the being reduced to protect the engine from damage. oil level and correct it as necessary.
Page 212: Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
Heated Washer Fluid System Off Left Rear Door Open If the vehicle has this feature, this message displays This message displays when the driver side rear door is when you manually turn off the heated windshield not closed completely. Make sure that the door is washer ﬂuid system or when the system automatically closed completely.
Page 213: Automatic Transmission Only
Passenger Door Open Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. This message displays when the passenger side front Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as door is not closed completely. Make sure that the door soon as possible when this message is displayed.
Page 214: Service Air Bag
Rainsense Wipers Active Replace Battery In Remote Key If the vehicle has this feature, this message displays This message displays when the battery in the Remote while the Rainsense™ wipers are active. See Keyless Entry (RKE) or keyless access transmitter Rainsense™...
Page 215 Service A/C System Service Battery Charging System This message displays when the electronic sensors that This message displays when there is a problem with the control the air conditioning and heating systems are generator and battery charging systems. Driving with this no longer working.
Page 216: Service Brake System
Service Brake System Service Power Steering This message displays, while the ignition is on, when This message displays if a problem is detected with the brake ﬂuid level is low. The brake system warning the speed variable assist steering system. When light on the instrument panel cluster also comes on.
Page 217: Service Transmission
Service Theft Deterrent System limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See your dealer/retailer for service. See Traction This message displays when there is a problem with the Control System (TCS) on page 4-6 for more theft-deterrent system programmed in the key. A fault information.
Page 218: Sport Mode
Speed Limited To XXX MPH (km/h) Stabilitrak Not Ready This message displays when the vehicle speed is limited This message may display after ﬁrst driving the vehicle to 80 mph (128 km/h) because the vehicle detects a and exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h) for 30 seconds. problem in the speed variable assist steering, magnetic The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument ride control, or automatic leveling control systems.
Page 219: Theft Attempted
• Suspension Mode Tour (CTS-V Only) The message could display if the stability system takes longer than usual to complete its diagnostic This message will be displayed when touring mode checks due to driving conditions. is selected using the Magnetic Ride Control button in •...
Page 220: Dic Vehicle Customization
Transmission Hot Idle Engine DIC Vehicle Customization This message displays when the transmission ﬂuid in Vehicle customization allows certain features to be the vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle programmed for one preferred setting. until the transmission cools down or until this message Only the customization options available will be is removed.
Page 221 Feature Settings Menu Items Italiano: All messages will appear in Italian. Francais: All messages will appear in French. The following are customization features that allow you to program settings to the vehicle: Espanol: All messages will appear in Spanish. Display In English Portugese: All messages will appear in Portugese.
Page 222 Auto Door Lock Auto Door Unlock This feature allows you to select when the vehicle’s This feature allows you to select whether or not the doors will automatically lock. See Programmable door(s) will automatically unlock. It also allows you to Automatic Door Locks on page 2-17 for more select which doors and when they will automatically information.
Page 223: Remote Door Lock
All In Park (default on Automatic Transmission) Press the customization button until Remote Door Lock (Automatic Transmission Only): All of the doors will appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). once to access the settings for this feature.
Page 224: Remote Door Unlock
Remote Door Unlock Delay Door Lock This feature allows you to select the type of feedback This feature allows you to select whether or not the you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the locking of the vehicle’s doors will be delayed. When Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or keyless access locking the doors with the power door lock switch and a transmitter, or when the vehicle is automatically...
Page 225: Approach Lighting
Approach Lighting No Change: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. This feature allows you to select whether or not to To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the have the exterior lights turn on brieﬂy during low light desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 226: Factory Settings
Factory Settings Feature Settings Exit This feature allows you to set all of the customization This feature allows you to exit the feature settings menu. features back to their factory default settings. Press the customization button until Feature Settings Press the customization button until Factory Settings Press To Exit appears in the DIC display.
Page 227 A person approaching the outside of the locked vehicle No Change: No change will be made to this feature. without an authorized keyless access transmitter, The current setting will remain. however, will not be able to open the door, even To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the with a transmitter in the vehicle.
Page 228 All Doors: All doors will automatically unlock when No Change: No change will be made to this feature. you approach the vehicle with the keyless access The current setting will remain. transmitter and open the driver’s door. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 229 Park Tilt Mirrors Easy Exit Recall If the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select If the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select whether or not the outside mirror(s) will automatically tilt your preference for the automatic easy exit seat feature. down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
Page 230 Button And Automatic (Key Access default): If the Press the customization button until Easy Exit Setup features are enabled though the Easy Exit Setup menu, appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button the driver’s seat will move back, and if the vehicle once to access the settings for this feature.
Page 231: Remote Start
Memory Seat Recall Remote Start If the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select If the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the your preference for the remote memory seat recall remote start feature off or on. The remote start feature feature.
Page 232 Gage Tracers Exiting the Feature Settings/Advanced Features Menu If the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the gage tracers in the speedometer and tachometer The feature settings/advanced features menus will be off or on. exited when any of the following occurs: Off: The gage tracers feature will be disabled.
Page 233: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, do the following while the vehicle is parked: Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the • Become familiar with the operation and controls of following pages to become familiar with its features. the audio system.
Page 234: Radio(S)
Radio(s) Partial View of Radio with DVD Audio, Hard Drive Device (HDD), and USB The vehicle may have one of these radios as its audio system. If the vehicle does not have one of these radio systems, it may have a navigation radio system. See the Navigation System manual for more information Full View of Radio with CD shown, on the navigation audio system.
Page 235: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio The radio with DVD Audio, HDD, and USB utilizes ® Gracenote technology to provide Song, Artist, Album, (Volume/Power): The power knob is part of and Genre information for many CD audio discs and is capable of playing DVD-A and DTS encoded the VOL knob and is located above the radio, at the left discs, (DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered side of the clock.
Page 236: Finding A Station
Finding a Station Noise Compensation Technology: If the vehicle has the Radio with DVD Audio, HDD, and USB, it includes ® TUNE/TONE: Turn to select different radio stations Bose AudioPilot noise compensation technology. within a selected band. ® When turned on, AudioPilot continuously adjusts FM/AM: Press to switch between FM and AM the audio system equalization, to compensate for...
Page 237 Turn the MENU/SELECT knob clockwise or To store a station as a favorite, perform the counterclockwise to scroll through the list. Press this following steps: knob to select the desired item. The selected item 1. Tune to the desired radio station. displays a speaker symbol to indicate it is the current 2.
Page 238 Setting the Tone Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) (Bass/Midrange/Treble) BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust balance or fade, press the TUNE/TONE knob until the speaker BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): To control labels display. Continue pressing to highlight the adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the TUNE/TONE desired label, or press the pushbutton positioned knob until the tone control labels display.
Page 239 Digital Signal Processing (DSP) This feature is not available in AM/FM radio mode. ® If the vehicle is equipped with the Bose 5.1 Cabin If the radio has this feature, it is used to provide a ® Surround sound system, the radio can support the choice of different listening experiences.
Page 240: Radio Message
Radio Message Playing a CD (Single Disc Player) ® Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Locked: Displays when the THEFTLOCK system has The player pulls it in. The CD track number and a locked up the radio. Take the vehicle to your Shuffle label displays.
Page 241 To insert multiple CDs, do the following: (Eject): To eject the disc that is currently playing, press and release. Ejecting Disc displays and a beep 1. Press and hold this button for ﬁve seconds. sounds. Once the disc is ejected, Remove Disc displays. A beep sounds and Load All Discs displays.
Page 242 FM/AM: Press to listen to the radio when a CD is CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to switch between playing. The CD remains inside the radio for future CD/DVD-A, auxiliary input, and USB devices. listening. REV (Fast Reverse): Press to reverse playback CD: Press to play a CD when listening to the radio.
Page 243 Stopping DVD Audio Playback MENU/SELECT: To change Groups, press the pushbutton located under the Menu label to display a Press the pushbutton located under the (stop) label to list of all Groups. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to stop playback of the DVD audio disc. “DVD PreStop” highlight the desired Group.
Page 244 Care of Your CD and DVD-A Discs The use of disc lens cleaners for discs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the disc If playing a CD or DVD-A disc, the sound quality can be optics with lubricants internal to the CD/DVD-A player reduced due to disc quality, the method of recording, mechanism.
Page 245 Disc Messages Hard Drive Device (HDD) Radios with a hard drive device are able to record DISC ERROR: If this message displays and/or the disc songs from Audio CDs, MP3/WMA discs, and USB mass ejects, it could be for one of the following reasons: storage devices.
Page 246 Deleting a Recorded Song or Category Audio CD Song, Artist, Album and Genre Information DEL (Delete): You must select a song from one of the ® Radios with HDD, contain a Gracenote Database that song lists or you must be listening to a song to delete it. the radio uses to determine the song, artist, album and Once the song is selected, press the DEL hard key.
Page 247 Occasionally, the radio may ﬁnd more than one match Gracenote and CDDB are registered trademarks of ® in Gracenote Database for an audio CD that has Gracenote. The Gracenote logo and logotype, and been recorded. If this happens, the radio will display the “Powered by Gracenote”...
Page 248 YOU AGREE NOT TO USE OR EXPLOIT GRACENOTE The purpose of a randomly assigned numeric identiﬁer DATA, THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE, OR is to allow the Gracenote service to count queries GRACENOTE SERVERS, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY without knowing anything about who you are. For more PERMITTED HEREIN.
Page 249: Usb Host Support
GRACENOTE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES AAC and OGG Vorbis ﬁle types are not fully supported. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT These ﬁle types may or may not play and may be shown LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF without Tag information. Without Tag information MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR available, these ﬁle types may be identiﬁed only by PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
Page 250 Playing From the Hard Drive Device HDD Menu 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to display the HDD (Hard Drive Device): Press the HDD button to HDD Menu. start the HDD mode. HDD displays and playback resumes from where it was last stopped. 2.
Page 251 Quick Jump HDD Categories To scroll up or down the list of Artists, Albums, or Song The HDD category mode can be used to select a song by Titles, press and hold the pushbutton located under a particular artist, album, or genre for playback. As an the FWD or REV tab.
Page 252 Audiblebook Favorites can be saved by pressing and holding the pushbutton located under the favorites selection. The radio is able to play back audio-book content Store favorites according to the following table: ® downloaded from audible.com . This content can be transferred into the HDD by either burning it to a CD or Favorites copying it to a USB storage device and then recording...
Page 253 Time-shifting — Pause and Rewind Live On AM/FM, press the REV or FWD button multiple times to rewind or fast forward. Each press will rewind FM/AM and XM™ (if equipped) or fast forward 30 seconds of content. On XM, press The Radio with DVD Audio, HDD, and USB has the REV or FWD button multiple time to jump to the ability to rewind 60 minutes of FM/AM and XM...
Page 254: Using The Auxiliary Input Jack
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack CD or CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing. Press again to The radio system has an auxiliary input jack. It is in the start playing audio from the connected portable audio center console bin.
Page 255 To connect and control the iPod, connect one end of while the vehicle is turned off or removed. With the the specially purchased iPod connection cable to vehicle turned off, the iPod will automatically be powered the iPod’s dock connector. Connect the other end to off and will not charge or draw power from the vehicle’s both the USB port and the auxiliary input jack.
Page 256: Using An Mp
Using an MP3 • Make sure the CD does not have more than a maximum of 50 folders and playlists, and 255 ﬁles to MP3/WMA Format read and play. • Create a folder structure that makes it easy to ﬁnd The Single CD and the Six-Disc CD Radio will play songs while driving.
Page 257 Empty Directory or Folder Playlists can be selected by using the previous and next folder buttons, the SEEK arrows, FWD, or If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the buttons. An MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW that was ﬁle structure that contains only folders/subfolders and no recorded using no ﬁle folders can also be played.
Page 258 Order of Play Track names longer than 32 characters are shortened. Parts of words on the last page of text and the Tracks recorded to the CD-R or CD-RW play in the extension of the ﬁlename is not displayed. following order: The HDD Radio will display ﬁle names with the extension.
Page 259 Playing an MP3/WMA © ¨ SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current MP3/WMA ﬁle, if more than ﬁve seconds Insert a CD partway into the slot (Single CD Player), or have played. Press the right arrow to go to the press the load button and wait for the message to next MP3/WMA ﬁle.
Page 260: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages No Title Info: No song title information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. XL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels, or No CAT Info: No category information is available at this any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, time on this channel.
Page 261: Bluetooth Controls
Navigation/Radio System Audio System For vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the When using the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, sound separate Navigation System manual. comes through the vehicle’s front audio system speakers and over-rides the audio system. Use the audio ®...
Page 262: Pairing A Phone
Pairing Pairing a Phone 1. Press and hold for two seconds: A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the in-vehicle Bluetooth system ﬁrst and then connected to • For vehicles without a navigation system, the the vehicle before it can be used. See the cell phone system responds with “Ready”...
Page 263 Deleting a Paired Phone 5. The system prompts for a name for the phone. Use a name that best describes the phone. This name 1. Press and hold for two seconds: will be used to indicate which phone is connected. •...
Page 264: Storing Name Tags
Linking to a Different Phone Storing Name Tags 1. Press and hold for two seconds: The system can store up to thirty phone numbers as name tags that are shared between the Bluetooth and • For vehicles without a navigation system, the OnStar systems.
Page 265 Using the Digit Store Command 3. Say the complete phone number to be stored at once with no pauses. The digit store command allows a phone number to be • If the system recognizes the number it responds stored by entering the digits individually. with “OK, Storing”...
Page 266: Deleting Name Tags
Deleting Name Tags 5. Say a name tag for the phone number. The name tag is recorded and the system responds with The system uses the following commands to delete “About to store <name tag>. Does that sound OK?”. name tags: •...
Page 267 2. Say “Delete”. The system responds with “Delete, To use the delete all name tags command: please say the name tag” followed by a tone. 1. Press and hold for two seconds: 3. Say the name tag to be deleted. The system •...
Page 268 Making a Call 3. Say the entire number without pausing. • If the system recognizes the number, it responds Calls can be made using the following commands: with “OK, Dialing” and dials the number. • Dial • If the system does not recognize the number, it •...
Page 269 3. Say the digit to be dialed one at a time. Following 3. Say the name tag of the person to call. each digit, the system will repeat back the digit it • If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it heard followed by a tone.
Page 270 Three-Way Calling 2. After the tone, say “Re-dial”. The system responds with “Re-dial using <phone name>” and dials the Three-Way Calling must be supported on the last number called from the connected Bluetooth Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service phone.
Page 271: Bluetooth System
To Mute a Call To Transfer Audio to the In-Vehicle Bluetooth System 1. Press . The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. The cellular phone must be paired and connected with the Bluetooth system before a call can be transferred. 2.
Page 272 Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones Voice Pass-Thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone. See the cell phone The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers and manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone numbers stored as name tags during a call.
Page 273: Other Information
Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call Other Information ® 1. Press . The system responds with “Ready” The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the ® Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by followed by a tone.
Page 274: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Theft-Deterrent Feature Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on the vehicle’s options. Some audio controls ® can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of the following: vehicle’s radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN).
Page 275: Radio Reception
Radio Reception (Mute/Speech Recognition/Push to Talk): Press and release to silence the vehicle speakers only. Frequency interference and static can occur during The audio of the wireless and wired headphones, if normal radio reception if items such as cell phone the vehicle has these features, does not mute.
Page 276: Xm Satellite Radio Service
XM Satellite Radio Service If a cellular telephone antenna needs to be attached to the glass, make sure that the grid lines for the AM-FM XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception antenna are not damaged. There is enough space from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, between the grid lines to attach a cellular telephone and in Canada.
Page 277: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ....4-2 Competitive Driving ........4-13 Driving for Better Fuel Economy .......4-2 Driving at Night ..........4-13 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ....4-14 Drunk Driving ..........4-3 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-15 Control of a Vehicle ........4-3 Highway Hypnosis ........4-15...
Page 278: Your Driving, The Road, And The Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Defensive Driving the Vehicle Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The ﬁrst step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt — See Safety Belts: They Are for Driving for Better Fuel Economy Everyone on page 1-14.
Page 279: Drunk Driving
Drunk Driving For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological, and developmental reasons for these laws. CAUTION: The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 280: Braking
Braking and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39. Braking action involves perception time and reaction If your vehicle’s engine ever stops while you are driving, time.
Page 281: Braking In Emergencies
Using ABS If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light will Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down stay on. See Antilock Brake ﬁrmly and let antilock work for you. You might hear the System (ABS) Warning antilock pump or motor operate, and feel the brake pedal Light on page 3-40.
Page 282: Stabilitrak System
® StabiliTrak System StabiliTrak comes on automatically whenever the vehicle is started. The system should be left on to help assist with directional control of the vehicle. If StabiliTrak needs to The vehicle has an electronic stability control system be turned off, press the TC (traction control) on/off button. called StabiliTrak.
Page 283 The TCS/StabiliTrak To turn the system off, warning light comes on if press the TCS/StabiliTrak there is a problem with button located on the the traction control system. instrument panel (CTS) or the steering wheel (CTS-V). ® See StabiliTrak /Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button ®...
Page 284: Competitive Driving Mode
Competitive Driving Mode Magnetic Ride Control™ To select this optional handling mode, press the With this feature on the CTS-V, the Magnetic Ride TCS/StabiliTrak button quickly two times and the Control system adjusts the ride of the vehicle to Touring STABILITRAK COMPETITVE MODE displays in the or Sport modes.
Page 285: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Steering Press and release this button, located in the center of the instrument Power Steering panel, to change modes. If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Speed Variable Assist Steering Limited-Slip Rear Axle Your vehicle has a steering system that varies the...
Page 286: Steering Tips
Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control.
Page 287: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing The vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of a Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be road onto the shoulder while driving. dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: • Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass.
Page 288 Skidding Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, you In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable conditions.
Page 289: Competitive Driving
Competitive Driving Night driving tips include: • Drive defensively. Competitive driving may affect the vehicle warranty. • Do not drink and drive. See your warranty book before using your vehicle for competitive driving. • Reduce headlamp glare by adjusting the inside rearview mirror.
Page 290: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and your vehicle’s tires so they actually ride on the affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive water.
Page 291: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, ﬁnd a safe place to park your vehicle and rest.
Page 292: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads CAUTION: Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on ﬂat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition • off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
Page 293: Winter Driving
Winter Driving The Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-6 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads, but slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions. Driving on Snow or Ice When driving through deep snow, turn off the traction control system to help maintain vehicle motion at lower Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the speeds.
Page 294 Blizzard Conditions CAUTION: (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. • Open a window about two inches (5 cm) on If possible, use the Roadside Service on page 7-7. the side of the vehicle that is away from the To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: wind to bring in fresh air.
Page 295: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about to keep warm CAUTION: also helps. If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then If you let your vehicle’s tires spin at high speed, when you run the engine, push the accelerator they can explode, and you or others could be pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle...
Page 296: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Loading the Vehicle Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area It is very important to know how much weight your around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or stability vehicle can carry.
Page 297 Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D).
Page 298 Steps for Determining Correct Load Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That Limit weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated Locate the statement “The combined weight of in Step 4.
Page 299 Example 1 Example 2 Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Vehicle Capacity 1,000 lbs 1,000 lbs Weight for Weight for (453 kg) (453 kg) Example 2 = Example 1 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 300 lbs (136 kg) Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (340 kg) (68 kg) ×...
Page 300 positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle’s capacity weight. Certiﬁcation Label Example 3 Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity 1,000 lbs Weight for (453 kg) Example 3 = Subtract Occupant 1,000 lbs Weight 200 lbs (453 kg) (91 kg) ×...
Page 301 the front and rear axles, called the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Never exceed the GVWR CAUTION: or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle. Things you put inside the vehicle can strike CAUTION: and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.
Page 302: Towing
Towing • Is the proper towing equipment going to be used? See your dealer/retailer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment Towing Your Vehicle recommendations. • Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparing Consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is service if the disabled vehicle needs to be towed.
Page 303: Towing A Trailer (Cts-V)
Dolly Towing (Rear-Wheel-Drive 4. Put the vehicle in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or in 1 (First) for a manual Vehicles) transmission. 5. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the dolly. 6. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing.
Page 304: Towing A Trailer (Cts)
Towing a Trailer (CTS) The vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears CAUTION: later in this section. Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself.
Page 305: Pulling A Trailer
Pulling A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: • The weight of the trailer. Here are some important points: • The weight of the trailer tongue. • There are many different laws, including speed limit • restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure The total weight on the vehicle’s tires.
Page 306: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 307: Safety Chains
Total Weight on the Vehicle’s Tires Safety Chains Be sure the vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper Always attach chains between the vehicle and the limit for cold tires. These numbers can be found on trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the the Certiﬁcation label.
Page 308: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Passing Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. Get to know the rig before setting out for the open Because the rig is longer, it is necessary to go much road.
Page 309: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Driving On Grades The arrows on the instrument panel ﬂash whenever Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting signaling a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the down a long or steep downgrade. If the transmission is trailer lamps also ﬂash, telling other drivers the vehicle not shifted down, the brakes might have to be used so is turning, changing lanes or stopping.
Page 310: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: • CAUTION: Start the engine • Shift into a gear Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer • Release the parking brake attached can be dangerous.
Page 311: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ....5-37 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......5-3 Engine Overheating ........5-37 California Proposition 65 Warning .....5-4 Overheated Engine Protection California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ..5-4 Operating Mode .........5-39 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Power Steering Fluid ........5-40 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-41...
Page 312 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Tire Pressure Monitor Operation .....5-73 Care of Safety Belts ........5-109 Tire Inspection and Rotation ......5-76 Weatherstrips ..........5-109 When It Is Time for New Tires .......5-77 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-110 Buying New Tires .........5-78 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....5-110 Different Size Tires and Wheels ......5-80 Finish Care ..........5-110 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......5-80...
Page 313: Service
Service Accessories and Modiﬁcations When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. the vehicle, they can affect vehicle performance and You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability, supported service people.
Page 314: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning Doing Your Own Service Work Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause CAUTION: cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and some You can be injured and the vehicle could be component wear by-products contain and/or emit...
Page 315: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of The Vehicle
Fuel If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the the proper service manual, see Service Publications proper maintenance of this vehicle.
Page 316: Gasoline Octane
Gasoline Octane If the vehicle has the 6.2L supercharged V8 engine (VIN Code P), use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher. For best If the vehicle has the 3.6L V6 engine (VIN Code V), use performance, use premium unleaded gasoline with a regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of posted octane rating of 93.
Page 317: California Fuel
California Fuel that is advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline. Also, your dealer/retailer has additives that will help correct and prevent most deposit-related problems. If the vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and California speciﬁcations.
Page 318: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling the Tank If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be hard CAUTION: to ﬁnd. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 319 The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel door on the To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. passenger side. To open the fuel door, push the The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is released rearward center edge in and release and it will open.
Page 320 While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overﬁll the hook on the fuel door. tank and wait a few seconds after you have ﬁnished pumping before removing the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible.
Page 321: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: CAUTION: If a ﬁre starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the ﬂow of fuel by Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in the shutting off the pump or by notifying the station vehicle.
Page 322: Hood Release
Checking Things Under Hood Release the Hood To open the hood: 1. Pull the hood release lever with this symbol CAUTION: on it. It is located inside the vehicle on the lower left side An electric fan under the hood can start up and of the instrument injure you even when the engine is not running.
Page 323 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and ﬁnd the secondary hood release lever. The lever is located under the front edge of the grille near the center. Push the release lever up and raise the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the ﬁller caps are on properly.
Page 324: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3.6 L engine (2.8 L engine similar), you will see the following: 5-14...
Page 325 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding G. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (Under Engine Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid Cover). See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-40. on page 5-41. H. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil on page 5-18. B.
Page 326 CTS-V When you open the hood on the 6.2L Super Charged engine, you will see the following: 5-16...
Page 327 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding H. Intercooler System Pressure Cap. See Cooling Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid System on page 5-31. on page 5-41. I. Engine Cooling Fan. See Cooling System on B. Underhood Fuse Block (CTS) on page 5-115 or page 5-31.
Page 328: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you There is an oil pressure get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil light in the instrument must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. cluster and an Oil Pressure The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop.
Page 329: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the proper operating range and into the upper cross-hatched area on the dipstick, the engine could be damaged.
Page 330: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Notice: Using oils that do not have the GM4718M Standard designation can cause engine damage not Look for three things: covered by the vehicle warranty. • SAE 5W-30 SAE 5W-30 is best for the vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Page 331: Engine Oil Life System
Engine Oil Additives / Engine Oil When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary. Flushes A Change Engine Oil Soon message will come on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-58. Change Do not add anything to the oil.
Page 332: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life What to Do with Used Oil System Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 333: Engine Cover
Engine Cover To remove: 1. Remove the oil ﬁll cap (A). Engine Cover (CTS) 2. Raise the right front corner of engine cover (B) to release from the ball stud. 3. Pull the engine cover (B) forward to slide the rear tabs (C) out from under the retainers.
Page 334 Engine Cover (CTS-V) To remove: The engine cover consists of two pieces. Only the larger piece needs to be removed to access the engine oil and power steering ﬁll caps. 1. Raise the front of engine cover (A) to release from the ball studs (B).
Page 335: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter: 1. Turn the ignition off. The engine air cleaner/ﬁlter is in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle, near the front. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for more information on location.
Page 336 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the air box. 6. Remove the three air cleaner housing cover screws. 4. Loosen the screw on the clamp holding the air outlet duct in place. Do not remove the clamp. Move the duct aside. 5.
Page 337 7. Pivot the air cleaner housing cover and remove the 8. Remove the air cleaner ﬁlter from the air cleaner cover from the air cleaner housing. housing. 5-27...
Page 338 How to Reinstall Engine Air Cleaner/Filter CAUTION: 1. Install the air cleaner into the air cleaner housing. The outer air cleaner ﬁlter seal must be ﬁtted Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off properly in the air cleaner housing. can cause you or others to be burned.
Page 339: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission ﬂuid may damage the vehicle, and the damages may not be covered by the vehicle’s warranty. How to Check Automatic Transmission Always use the automatic transmission ﬂuid listed in Fluid Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14.
Page 340: Hydraulic Clutch
Hydraulic Clutch Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper ﬂuid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14. The ﬂuid requires changing every It is not necessary to regularly check clutch ﬂuid unless two years. See Additional Required Services on you suspect there is a leak in the system.
Page 341: Cooling System
Cooling System CAUTION: The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what start up even when the engine is not running and you will see: can cause injury.
Page 342: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and ® DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, nothing else needs to be added. This mixture: The cooling system in the vehicle for all engines and ® the intercooler is ﬁlled with DEX-COOL .
Page 343 Checking Coolant (CTS) How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. CAUTION: The engine coolant reservoir is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle. See You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14.
Page 344 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: CAUTION: 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer system can blow out and burn you badly.
Page 345 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. The upper radiator hose is the top hose coming out of the radiator, on the passenger side of the vehicle.
Page 346 Checking Coolant in the Intercooler Adding Coolant to the Intercooler System (CTS-V) System Coolant (CTS-V) The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. The super charged engine intercooler coolant ﬁll bottle is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle.
Page 347: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
® Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 3. Add the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture to the ﬁll neck until the coolant reaches the COLD FILL line on the ﬁll neck. Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. With the intercooler system pressure cap off, start Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured.
Page 348: If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine If you do decide to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface. Compartment Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running.
Page 349: If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
If No Steam Is Coming From The If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park the vehicle right away. Engine Compartment If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam three minutes while parked.
Page 350: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering ﬂuid: See Engine Compartment 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment Overview on page 5-14 for cool down. the location of the power steering ﬂuid reservoir.
Page 351: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow What to Use the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When adding windshield washer ﬂuid to the vehicle, be • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before Water can cause the solution to freeze and use.
Page 352: Brakes
Brakes Do not top off the brake ﬂuid. Adding ﬂuid does not correct a leak. If ﬂuid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much ﬂuid when new brake linings are Brake Fluid installed. Add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 353 What to Add Notice: • Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage brake DOT-3 brake ﬂuid is recommended. DOT-4 brake ﬂuid is hydraulic system parts. For example, just a also compatible with the vehicle’s brake system parts. few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine However, if DOT-4 ﬂuid is used, it is recommended that oil, in the brake hydraulic system can damage the brake hydraulic system be ﬂushed and reﬁlled with...
Page 354: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are ﬁrst applied or lightly This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have applied. This does not mean something is wrong with built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning the brakes.
Page 355: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many chemicals known to the State of California to cause parts have to be of top quality and work well together if cancer and reproductive harm.
Page 356: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage Jump Starting If the vehicle battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your CAUTION: vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that CAUTION: can explode.
Page 357 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly Notice: If you leave the radio or other accessories damage to your vehicle that would not be covered on during the jump starting procedure, they could be by your warranty. damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the warranty.
Page 358 Notice: If you connect a negative cable to the Engine Control Module (ECM), ECM mounting bracket, or any cables that attach to the ECM bracket, you may damage the ECM. Always attach the negative cable to your vehicle’s remote negative ground location, instead of the ECM, ECM bracket, or any cables attached to the ECM bracket.
Page 359 CAUTION: CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts and some have been blinded. Use a ﬂashlight if once the engine is running.
Page 360 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the negative terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (−) cable does not go to the dead battery.
Page 361: All-Wheel Drive
Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may the following: occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the not be covered by your warranty.
Page 362: Rear Axle
How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14. Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 363: Headlamp Aiming
How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14. Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system. The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment.
Page 364 It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to your To adjust the vertical aim: dealer/retailer for service if the headlamps need to be 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-12 re-aimed. It is possible however, to re-aim the for more information.
Page 365 4. At a wall, measure from the ground upward (A) to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it. 5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) the width of the High Intensity Discharge Headlamps vehicle at the wall where it was marked in Step 4. 2.
Page 366 9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. The lamp on the left (A) shows the correct Driver Side Shown headlamp aim. The lamp on the right (B) shows the incorrect headlamp aim.
Page 367: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement The vehicle may have HID headlamps. After the vehicle’s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, you may notice that the beam is a slightly different For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see shade than it was originally. This is normal. Replacement Bulbs on page 5-59.
Page 368: Front Turn Signal And Fog Lamps
Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps 3. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by lifting the two plastic clips. 4. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp housing by turning the bulb socket one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 5. Pull the old bulb from the lamp housing keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out.
Page 369: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Fog Lamp (Up Level Only) H11LL License Plate Lamp W5WLL For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your dealer/retailer. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking.
Page 370 4. Lift up the wiper blade assembly cap. 5. Pull the wiper blade assembly down far enough to release it from the J-hooked end of the wiper arm. Slide the assembly away from the arm. 7. Reinstall the wiper blade assembly by sliding it over the wiper arm to engage the J-hooked end.
Page 371: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever • Underinﬂated tires pose the same danger have questions about your tire warranty and where as overloaded tires. The resulting to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty accident could cause serious injury.
Page 372: Winter Tires
Low-Proﬁle Performance Tires Winter Tires If your vehicle has 235/50ZR18, P235/50R18, If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads 255/40R19 or 285/35R19 size tires, they are often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle. classiﬁed as low-proﬁle tires.
Page 373: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling (A) Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, Useful information about a tire is molded into its and service description. See the “Tire Size” sidewall.
Page 374 (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) (A) Temporary Use Only The compact spare Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of based on three performance factors: treadwear, approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should traction, and temperature resistance.
Page 375 (F) Tire Size A combination of letters and (B) Tire Width The three-digit number indicates numbers deﬁne a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall construction type, and service description. The to sidewall. letter T as the ﬁrst character in the tire size means (C) Aspect Ratio A two-digit number that the tire is for temporary use only.
Page 376: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat Air Pressure The amount of air inside the from driving.
Page 377 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an Occupant Distribution Designated seating asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward positions. when mounted on a vehicle. Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an Kilopascal (kPa) The metric unit for air pressure. asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 378 Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread are determined by tire manufacturers using and the bead. government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to Tire Quality Grading on page 5-80.
Page 379: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle. This label lists your vehicle’s original equipment tires and shows the Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they operate effectively.
Page 380: High-Speed Operation
How to Check High-Speed Operation Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly CAUTION: inﬂated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inﬂated even when they are underinﬂated.
Page 381: Tire Pressure Monitor System
See the example following. When you end this Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be high-speed driving, return the tires to the cold tire checked monthly when cold and inﬂated to the inﬂation inﬂation pressure shown on the Tire and Loading pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer Information label.
Page 382 Federal Communications Commission Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is (FCC) and Industry and Science Canada not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will on a radio frequency and complies with Part 15 of...
Page 383: Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is ﬁrst started, and then This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System turn off as you start to drive. This could be an early (TPMS).
Page 384: Tpms Malfunction Light And Message
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message • Replacement tires or wheels do not match your vehicle’s original equipment tires or wheels. Tires The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the and wheels other than those recommended for your TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable.
Page 385 The TPMS sensors can also be matched to each 4. Start with the driver side front tire. tire/wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire’s 5. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem. air pressure. If increasing the tire’s air pressure, do Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or not exceed the maximum inﬂation pressure indicated on decreasing the tire’s air pressure for 10 seconds, or...
Page 386: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. Inspect tires regularly for signs of wear or damage. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-77 Also inspect the spare tire, if the vehicle has and Wheel Replacement on page 5-82.
Page 387: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5-73. Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions tightened.
Page 388: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires You need new tires if any of the following statements are true: GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires for your • You can see the indicators at three or more places vehicle. The original equipment tires installed on your around the tire.
Page 389 GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will help CAUTION: keep your vehicle performing most like it did when the tires were new. Replacing less than a full set of tires can affect the braking and handling performance of your If you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the vehicle.
Page 390: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels Uniform Tire Quality Grading If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than Quality grades can be found where applicable on your original equipment wheels and tires, this may the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and affect the way your vehicle performs, including its maximum section width.
Page 391 Traction – AA, A, B, C While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, respect to these grades, they must also conform A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s to federal safety requirements and additional ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC)
Page 392: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and and C, representing the tire’s resistance to balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate tire life and best overall performance.
Page 393 Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted CAUTION: the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts original equipment parts.
Page 394: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to a crash. Be sure Do not use tire chains. There is not enough to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 395: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat 3. Turn off the engine. 4. Inspect the ﬂat tire. It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving, especially if you maintain the tires properly. See Tires on page 5-61. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to CAUTION: leak out slowly.
Page 396: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit CAUTION: CAUTION: Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or ventilation is dangerous.
Page 397 This vehicle may have one of the following tire sealant and compressor kits. The kit includes: A. Selector Switch E. Tire Sealant Canister (Sealant/Air or F. Sealant/Air Hose Air Only) (Clear) B. On/Off Button G. Air Only Hose C. Pressure Gage (Black) D.
Page 398: Tire Sealant
Tire Sealant Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inﬂate a Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the Punctured Tire label adhered to the sealant canister. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage.
Page 399 3. Place the kit on the ground. Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it. 4. Remove the valve stem cap from the ﬂat tire by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (F) onto the tire valve stem.
Page 400 9. Press the on/off (B) button to turn the tire sealant Notice: If the recommended pressure cannot be and compressor kit on. reached after approximately 25 minutes, the vehicle should not be driven farther. The tire is too severely The compressor will inject sealant and air into damaged and the tire sealant and compressor kit the tire.
Page 401 14. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 19. Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure. Refer to Steps 1 through 11 under “Using the Tire 15. Replace the sealant/air hose (F), and the power Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to plug (H) back in their original location.
Page 402: Not Punctured
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inﬂate a Tire (Not Punctured) To use the air compressor to inﬂate a tire with air only and not sealant: Always do a safety check ﬁrst. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5-85.
Page 403 3. Place the kit on the ground. 8. Turn the selector switch (A) clockwise to the Air Only position. Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it. 9. Press the on/off (B) button to turn the compressor on. 4.
Page 404 11. Press the on/off button (B) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off. Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage. 12. Unplug the power plug (H) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle.
Page 405: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit Storage
Removal and Installation of the Sealant Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Pressure Deﬂation Button Canister To remove the sealant canister: 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 2. Press the canister release button. 3. Pull up and remove the canister. 4. Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer/retailer.
Page 406: Changing A Flat Tire
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit with Changing a Flat Tire Pressure Deﬂation Button If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-19. driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning ﬂashers.
Page 407 CAUTION: (Continued) 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed.
Page 408: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools To gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment, do the following: 1. Remove the spare tire cover. 2. Remove the stow rod cap by pulling it straight up off of the rod. 3.
Page 409: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-96 for more information. 3. Find the jacking location using the diagram above and corresponding V-shaped locating notches located in the plastic molding.
Page 410 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the 4.
Page 411 CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
Page 412 9. Remove all the wheel nuts and the ﬂat tire. CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel.
Page 413 13. Tighten each wheel nut by turning it clockwise with Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead your hand until the wheel is held against the hub. to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel 14.
Page 414: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Page 415: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Use the following diagram as a guide for storing the compact spare tire in the trunk: If your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare tire it Compact Spare Tire and Tools was fully inﬂated when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Page 416: Appearance Care
Appearance Care When cleaning the vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners speciﬁcally designed for the surfaces being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on Interior Cleaning surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray The vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is from other surfaces immediately.
Page 417: Fabric/Carpet
Fabric/Carpet Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles. Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment Products that remove odors from the vehicle’s upholstery frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister and clean the vehicle’s glass can be obtained from your vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used dealer/retailer.
Page 418: Leather
If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or products, or those containing organic solvents to clean spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial the vehicle’s interior because they can alter the upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a appearance by increasing the gloss in a non-uniform small hidden area for colorfastness ﬁrst.
Page 419: Wood Panels
Care of Safety Belts Some commercial products may increase gloss on the instrument panel. The increase in gloss may cause annoying reﬂections in the windshield and even make it Keep belts clean and dry. difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 420: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 12 inches (30 cm) to the surface of the vehicle. The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274 kPa) it clean by washing it often.
Page 421: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid damaging polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish may protective trim, never use auto or chrome polish, damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum. A coating of polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat wax, rubbed to high polish, is recommended for all paint ﬁnish on the vehicle.
Page 422: Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels And Trim
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, and Trim chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated them because they could damage the surface.
Page 423: Tires
Tires Underbody Maintenance To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the products on the vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, and/or tires.
Page 424: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label This label is on the spare tire cover. It is very helpful if Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) you ever need to order parts. The label has the following information: • Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) •...
Page 425: Windshield Wiper Fuses
Windshield Wiper Fuses If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature of your vehicle The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal that you can get along without —...
Page 426 Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch AIRBAG IGN Airbag Switch Antilock Braking System (ABS) All-Wheel Drive Adaptive Forward Lighting System BCM 1 Body Control Module 1 5-116...
Page 427 Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage BCM 2 Body Control Module 2 HORN Horn BCM 3 Body Control Module 3 LO BEAM Low-Beam Daytime Running DRL LEFT Lamps (Left) BCM 4 Body Control Module 4 LT HI BEAM Left High-Beam Headlamp BCM 5 Body Control Module 5 LT LO BEAM Left Low-Beam Headlamp...
Page 428 Mini-Fuses Usage J-Case Fuses Usage STR/WHL/ SPARE Spare Steering Wheel Illumination ILLUM STRTR Starter Transmission Control Module TCM BATT SPARE Spare Battery WSW/HTR Windshield Washer Heater MAN SPD Manual Speed Sensor SNSR Relays Usage Windshield Wiper A/C CMPRSR ENG PUMP Engine Pump Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch CLTCH...
Page 429: Underhood Fuse Block (Cts-V)
Underhood Fuse Block (CTS-V) Relays Usage LO BEAM (W/O Low-Beam (without High Intensity The underhood fuse block is located on the passenger HID) LT Discharge), Left Daytime Running side of the engine compartment. DRL (HID) Lamp (High Intensity Discharge) PWR/TRN Powertrain REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger SPARE...
Page 430 Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch S/ROOF Sunroof Antilock Braking System (ABS) BCM 1 Body Control Module 1 Adaptive Forward Lighting System BCM 2 Body Control Module 2 AIRBAG IGN Airbag Switch BCM 3 Body Control Module 3 5-120...
Page 431 Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage BCM 4 Body Control Module 4 NAV MTR Navigation Motor BCM 5 Body Control Module 5 ODD COILS Odd Coils SPARE Spare PED PRO Not Used BCM 6, BCM 7 Body Control Module 6 and 7 PASS-Key III+ Module, Body Control PWR MODING Module...
Page 432: Rear Compartment Fuse Block (Cts)
J-Case Fuses Usage Relays Usage REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger PWR/TRN Powertrain SPARE Spare REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger Electric Park Brake SPARE Spare MRTD MR Ride/Suspension Control STRTR Starter STRTR Starter Windshield Wiper SPARE Spare WPR HI Windshield Wiper High Speed WSW/HTR Windshield Washer Heater Daytime Running Lamps/Windshield...
Page 433 Relays Usage Relays Usage FUEL/PUMP Fuel Pump RT/POS/LP Right Position Lamp Lock FUEL/DR/ Not Used RELSE LT/POS/LP Left Position Lamp STOP/LP Stoplamp REAR/FOG Not Used 5-123...
Page 434: Rear Compartment Fuse Block (Cts-V)
Relays Usage Mini-Fuses Usage TRUNK/RELSE Trunk Release S/ROOF Sunroof UNLCK Unlock SPARE Spare SPARE Spare STOP/LP Stoplamp Mini-Fuses Usage Theft Deterrent System, Universal AIRBAG Airbag System THEFT/UGDO Home Remote System Ampliﬁer TRUNK/RELSE Trunk Release AUX/OUTLET Auxiliary Power Outlet CNSTR/VENT Canister Vent Circuit Usage DR/LCK...
Page 435 Relays Usage Relays Usage FUEL/PUMP Fuel Pump REAR/FOG Not Used Lock RT/POS/LP Right Position Lamp LT/POS/LP Left Position Lamp 5-125...
Page 436 Relays Usage Mini-Fuses Usage FUEL/DR/ RT/POS/LP Right Position Lamp Not Used RELSE RT/POS/LP Right Position Lamp STOP/LP Stoplamp RVC/SNSR Regulated Voltage Control Sensor TRUNK/RELSE Trunk Release FSCM Fuel System Control Module UNLCK Unlock SPARE Spare SPARE Spare Mini-Fuses Usage STOP/LP Stoplamp AIRBAG Airbag System...
Page 437: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a under the hood.
Page 438 Capacities Application English Metric Transmission Fluid 6-Speed Automatic CTS 6.7 qt 6.3 L 6-Speed Automatic CTS-V 6.7 qt 6.3 L 6-Speed Manual CTS 1.9 qt 1.8 L 6-Speed Manual CTS-V 4.0 qt 3.8 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190 Y All capacities are approximate.
Page 439 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 Owner Checks and Services ......6-10 Introduction ...........6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-11 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 At Least Once a Month .........6-11 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-12 Using the Maintenance Schedule ......6-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-14 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 440: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, Introduction replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and to keep this vehicle in good working condition. change as recommended.
Page 441: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule CAUTION: We want to help keep this vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You might drive very short distances only a Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be few times a week.
Page 442: Scheduled Maintenance
The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids, and lubricants to When the Change Engine Oil Soon message displays in use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants the Driver Information Center (DIC), service is required on page 6-14 and Maintenance Replacement Parts for the vehicle.
Page 443 ❑ Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). When the Change Engine Oil Soon message appears, the following services, checks, and inspections are ❑ Check engine coolant and windshield washer ﬂuid required: levels and add ﬂuid as needed. ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on ❑...
Page 444: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000) (200 000)
Page 445 Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000) (200 000) (240 000) All-wheel-drive vehicles: Change • transfer case ﬂuid (normal service). See footnote (q). CTS-V Only: Change hydraulic clutch •...
Page 446: Maintenance Footnotes
Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000) (200 000) (240 000) CTS-V Only: Inspect supercharger drive • belt. See footnote (m). If using DOT-4 brake ﬂuid, change brake ﬂuid at a regular maintenance service every two years.
Page 447 (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders. Lubricate all body door (i) Drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll cooling system. This service can hinges. Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer perform for the hood, rear compartment, console door, and any this service.
Page 448: Owner Checks And Services
(n) If the vehicle has the 3.6L V6 (Code V) engine, (r) Change transfer case ﬂuid if the vehicle is mainly replace the engine air cleaner ﬁlter every 40,000 miles driven under one or more of these conditions: (64 000 km). −...
Page 449: At Each Fuel Fill
At Each Fuel Fill Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield It is important to perform these underhood checks at washer ﬂuid reservoir and add the proper ﬂuid if each fuel ﬁll. necessary. Engine Oil Level Check At Least Once a Month Notice: It is important to check the engine oil...
Page 450: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check Starter Switch Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or could move suddenly.
Page 451: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn brake. the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. •...
Page 452: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Lubricants Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part Windshield ® Optikleen Washer Solvent. Washer number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer/retailer.
Page 453 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Hood Latch Key Lock (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Assembly, Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Cylinders in Canada 10953474). Secondary (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, Latch, Pivots, in Canada 992723) or lubricant Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Spring meeting requirements of NLGI #2, (GM Part No.
Page 454: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Part GM Part Numbers ACDelco Part Numbers Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 3.6L V6 Engine 15875795 A3096C 6.2L V8 Engine 25898499 A3105C Engine Oil Filter 3.6L V6 Engine 25177917 PF2129...
Page 455: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing CTS-V 6-17...
Page 456: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record 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. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-10 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 457 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading 6-19...
Page 458 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading 6-20...
Page 459: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-14 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the Online Owner Center ........7-5 United States Government ......7-14 Customer Assistance for Reporting Safety Defects to the Text Telephone (TTY) Users ......7-6 Canadian Government ........7-15 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-6 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..7-15...
Page 460: Customer Assistance And Information
Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre at 1-888-446-2000. Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Have the...
Page 461 STEP THREE (U.S. Owners): Both General Motors You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the and your dealer are committed to making sure you are toll-free telephone number or write them at the following completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, address: if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the BBB Auto Line Program...
Page 462 STEP THREE (Canadian Owners): For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), General Motors Participation in the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call the General Motors Mediation/Arbitration Program Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777 In the event that you do not feel your concerns have (English), 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write to been addressed after the following the procedure outlined the Mediation/Arbitration Program at the following...
Page 463: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section of (United States only) gmcanada.com where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership tools and forms with greater ease.
Page 464: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free 1-888-446-2000 number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) to write or e-mail Cadillac, the letter should be Roadside Assistance: 1-800-882-1112 addressed to: Overseas — Customer Assistance United States —...
Page 465: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, visit and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935.
Page 466: Cadillac Owner Privileges
Coverage • Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for warranty Services are provided up to 5 years/100,000 miles service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot (160 000 km), whichever comes ﬁrst.
Page 467: Services Not Included In Roadside Assistance
• Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an Fuel delivery: Reimbursement is approximately auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac $5 Canadian. Diesel fuel delivery may be owner in the United States with the advantage of restricted. Propane and other fuels are not contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a provided through this service.
Page 468: Scheduling Service Appointments
Scheduling Service Appointments Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage your dealer/retailer and request an appointment.
Page 469: Additional Program Information
Additional Program Information U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer amounts should reﬂect actual costs and be supported for speciﬁc information about availability.
Page 470: Repair Facility
Collision Parts Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the facility that meets your needs before you ever need same materials and construction methods as the parts collision repairs.
Page 471: If A Crash Occurs
If a Crash Occurs • Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash. number, driver’s license number, vehicle license • plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), insurance company and...
Page 472: Reporting Safety Defects
Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Reporting Safety Defects Process Reporting Safety Defects to the In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its United States Government repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there.
Page 473: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. In Canada, call 1-888-446-2000, or write: RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only. General Motors of Canada Limited RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee...
Page 474: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Current and Past Model Order Forms Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, specify year and model name of the vehicle. Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle’s ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 performance and how it is driven.
Page 475: Event Data Recorders
Event Data Recorders Important: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or location) is recorded.
Page 476: Onstar
® OnStar Radio Frequency Identiﬁcation (RFID) If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services, please refer to the OnStar Terms and RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions Conditions for information on data collection and use. such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system ®...
Page 477 Antenna, Backglass ........3-128 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......5-3 System ............. 3-128 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-22 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ......4-4 Adaptive Forward Lighting System ..... 3-19 Antilock Brake, System Warning Light ....3-40 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Appearance Care Vehicle ............
Page 478 Audio System ..........3-85 Braking in Emergencies ........4-5 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ....3-126 Break-In, New Vehicle ........2-30 Backglass Antenna ........3-128 Bulb Replacement ........... 5-57 Navigation/Radio System, Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps ....5-58 see Navigation Manual ......3-113 Halogen Bulbs ..........
Page 479 Chemical Paint Spotting ......... 5-113 Climate Control System Child Restraints Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ....3-29 Child Restraint Systems ....... 1-41 Dual ............3-24 Infants and Young Children ......1-37 Outlet Adjustment ........3-29 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ..1-45 Clock ............
Page 480 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Driver Information Center (DIC) ......3-50 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-6 DIC Operation and Displays ......3-51 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..... 7-2 DIC Vehicle Customization ......3-72 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ....7-7 DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-58 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..
Page 481 Engine Flash-to-Pass ........... 3-9 Air Cleaner/Filter ......... 5-25 Flat Tire ............5-85 Check and Service Engine Soon Lamp ... 3-43 Flat Tire, Changing ......... 5-96 Coolant ............5-32 Flat Tire, Storing ........... 5-104 Coolant Heater ..........2-35 Fluid Coolant Temperature Gage ......3-42 Automatic Transmission ........
Page 482 Headlamps (cont.) Daytime Running Lamp ........ 3-18 Gage Flash-to-Pass ..........3-9 Boost ............3-50 Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps ....5-58 Engine Coolant Temperature ......3-42 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-57 Engine Oil Pressure ........3-47 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ... 5-57 Fuel ............
Page 483 Ignition Positions ........2-31, 2-32 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ........5-63 Immobilizer ............ 2-27 Lamp Immobilizer Operation ......2-28, 2-29 Malfunction Indicator ........3-43 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ....1-37 Lamps Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ........5-69 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...... 3-20 Inﬂator Kit, Tire ..........
Page 484 Light (cont.) ® StabiliTrak /Traction Control System (TCS) Magnetic Ride Control ........4-8 Warning Light .......... 3-41 Maintenance Schedule Tire Pressure ..........3-42 Additional Required Services ......6-6 Up-Shift ............. 3-38 At Each Fuel Fill ......... 6-11 Lighting At Least Once a Month ........ 6-11 Entry ............
Page 485 Mirrors Online Owner Center ........7-5 Automatic Dimming Rearview ......2-52 OnStar, Privacy ..........7-18 ® ® Outside Convex Mirror ......... 2-53 OnStar System, see OnStar Manual ....2-56 Outside Heated Mirrors ........ 2-53 Operation, Universal Home Remote System ..2-60 Outside Power Mirrors ........
Page 486 Parking Your Vehicle ........2-49 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ..... 3-37 Radio Frequency Identiﬁcation (RFID), Privacy ..7-18 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ..... 3-29 Radio(s) ............3-86 Passenger Sensing System ......1-67 Radios Passing ............4-11 Navigation/Radio System, Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California ..5-4 see Navigation Manual ......
Page 487 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....5-98 Safety Warnings and Symbols ......iv Replacement Bulbs ......... 5-59 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4 Replacement Parts, Maintenance ...... 6-16 Seats Reporting Safety Defects Heated and Ventilated Seats ......1-7 Canadian Government ........7-15 Memory, Mirrors ..........
Page 488 Spare Tire Compact ........... 5-105 Tachometer ............ 3-34 Installing ............ 5-99 Telescopic Steering Column, Power Tilt Wheel ..3-7 Removing ........... 5-98 Telescopic Wheel ..........3-6 Storing ............. 5-104 Theft - Deterrent System ........2-26 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ....... 5-127 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ........3-126 Speedometer ..........
Page 489 Tires (cont.) Traction (cont.) Installing the Spare Tire ........ 5-99 Magnetic Ride Control ........4-8 ® Pressure Monitor Operation ......5-73 Stabilitrak System ........4-6 Pressure Monitor System ......5-71 Transmission Removing the Flat Tire ......... 5-99 Fluid, Automatic ........... 5-29 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....
Page 490 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ......5-82 Vehicle Different Size ..........5-80 Control ............4-3 Replacement ..........5-82 Loading ............4-20 Where to Put the Restraint ....... 1-44 Parking Your ..........2-49 Windows ............2-22 Running While Parked ........2-51 Power ............

Cadillac CTS-V 2009 Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint System

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Object Detection Systems

Onstar System

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

All-Wheel Drive

Rear Axle

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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