Page 1 2009 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ... 1-1 Head Restraints ... 1-2 Front Seats ... 1-4 Rear Seats ... 1-13 Safety Belts ... 1-14 Child Restraints ... 1-33 Airbag System ... 1-55 Restraint System Check ... 1-71 Features and Controls ...
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Page 3: Canadian Owners
For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it appears in this manual. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your speciﬁc vehicle.
Page 4: Vehicle Symbols
Safety Warnings and Symbols A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning.
Page 5 Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. : Airbag Readiness Light : Air Conditioning : Antilock Brake System (ABS) : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar : Brake System Warning Light "...
Page 6 ✍ NOTES...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-4 Manual Seats ...1-4 Power Seats ...1-5 Power Lumbar ...1-6 Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters ...1-6 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-7 Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel ...1-8 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-10 Rear Seats ...1-13 Split Folding Rear Seat ...1-13 Safety Belts ...1-14 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ...1-14...
Page 8 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 The vehicle’s head restraints are not designed to be button, located on the top removed.
Page 10: Manual Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 11 Manual Leg Extension 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 shorten it. Release the button to lock it in place. Power Seats On vehicles with power seats, the controls are located on the outboard side of the seats.
Page 12 • Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down. • Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down. The vertical control is used for reclining the seatback. See “Power Reclining Seatbacks”...
Page 13 Power Lumbar On vehicles with this feature: • Press and hold the top of the control (B) to increase support to the top of the seatback and decrease support to the bottom of the lumbar. • Press and hold the bottom of the control to decrease support to the top of the seatback and increase support to the bottom of the seatback.
Page 14 Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel On vehicles with the memory package the controls are located on the driver door. This feature is used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirror, and the steering wheel position if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature.
Page 15 If something has blocked the driver seat or the steering column while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction, then press the appropriate control for the area that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button.
Page 16 Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 17: Power Reclining Seatbacks
To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the recline lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to an upright position: 1.
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 Split Folding Rear Seat The vehicle may have a split folding rear seat. To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks: 1. Pull forward on the tab, located on the outboard side of the seatback, to unlock the seatback. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts.
Page 20 Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly.
Page 21: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. 1-15...
Page 22 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-16 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 23 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. 1-17...
Page 24 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 This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 1-33 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-36.
Page 26 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way. 1-20 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.
Page 27 What is wrong with this? The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 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.
Page 28 What is wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle. 1-22 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.
Page 29 What is wrong with this? The belt is over an armrest. 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 30 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-24 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.
Page 31 What is wrong with this? The belt is behind the body. 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 32 What is wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-26 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 33 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. 2.
Page 34 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. 1-28 To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position.
Page 35 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder. The belt should be away from the face and neck, but not falling off the shoulder.
Page 36 There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip.
Page 37 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued)
Page 38 To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip, and then slide the guide onto the clip. Turn the guide and clip inward and slide them in between the seatback and the interior body, leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed.
Page 39: Older Children
Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. 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 until the child passes the below ﬁt test: •...
Page 40 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? 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 or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 41 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 42 Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 43 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 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) restraint in a rear seat.
Page 44 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Page 45 CAUTION: A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure.
Page 46 A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. 1-40 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...
Page 47: Where To Put The Restraint
When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer.
Page 48 A label on the sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inﬂates.
Page 49: Lower Anchors And Tethers
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system.
Page 50: Top Tether Anchor
Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash.
Page 51 To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. To assist you in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is located on the cover.
Page 52: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Install a LATCH-type child restraint properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with the child...
Page 53 Notice: Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle’s safety belts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments. Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled.
Page 54 If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using has a ﬁxed head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether around the head restraint.
Page 55: Securing A Child Restraint In A
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-43 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH.
Page 56 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 57 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 58: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1-41. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions.
Page 59 If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-43 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-43 for top tether anchor locations.
Page 60 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-54 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 61: Airbag System
If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint ” under Passenger Sensing System on page 1-63 for more information. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position.
Page 62 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them.
Page 63: Where Are The Airbags
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 safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 64 The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-58 Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.
Page 65 Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows. CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.
Page 66: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? 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 right front passenger’s head and chest. However, they are only designed to inﬂate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold.
Page 67: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inﬂated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags, inﬂation is determined by what the vehicle hits, the angle of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down.
Page 68: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inﬂated. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least partially inﬂated for some time after they deploy.
Page 69: Passenger Sensing System
In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • Airbags are designed to inﬂate only once. After an airbag inﬂates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system.
Page 70 The passenger sensing system turns off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbag, seat-mounted side impact airbags and the roof-rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger seat.
Page 71 CAUTION: (Continued) Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though the airbag is turned off. Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off.
Page 72 For some children, including children in child restraints, and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag, depending upon the person’s seating posture and body build. Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly —...
Page 73 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion.
Page 74 If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 75: Instrument Panel
A wet seat can affect the performance of the passenger sensing system. Here is how: • The passenger sensing system may turn off the passenger airbag when liquid is soaked into the seat. If this happens, the off indicator will be lit, and the airbag readiness light on the instrument panel will also be lit.
Page 76: Adding Equipment To Your
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? Yes. If you add things that change the vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly.
Page 77: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Safety Belts Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job.
Page 78: Replacing Restraint System Parts
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as...
Page 79: Features And Controls
Section 2 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-5 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-6 Keyless Access System ...2-8 Keyless Access System Operation ...2-9 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-15 Doors and Locks ...2-17 Door Locks ...2-17 Central Door Unlocking System ...2-17 Power Door Locks ...2-18 Delayed Locking ...2-18 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-18...
Page 80 Section 2 Mirrors ...2-53 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-53 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-53 Park Tilt Mirrors ...2-54 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-54 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-54 Object Detection Systems ...2-54 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ...2-54 ® OnStar System ...2-57 Features and Controls Universal Home Remote System ...2-61 Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED) ...2-61...
Page 81: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key 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. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 82 One of the following keys come with the vehicle. This key is used for the driver door, ignition, and glove box. This key, located inside the keyless access transmitter, is used for the driver door, glove box, and rear seat pass-through door.
Page 83: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System If this vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, it operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 84: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 65 feet (20 m) away from the vehicle. There are other conditions that can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-5. Do not pull on the chrome base of the transmitter.
Page 85: Programming Transmitters To The Vehicle
For example, the memory seat position for driver 1 will be recalled when using the transmitter labeled “1”, if enabled through the DIC. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 1-8 and DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-71 for more information. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle...
Page 86: Operation
Keyless Access System Your vehicle may have a Keyless Access System that operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 87: Keyless Access System Operation
Keyless Access System Operation The Keyless Access System transmitter functions will work up to 195 feet (60 m) away from the vehicle. The Keyless Access System lets you lock and unlock the doors and access the trunk without removing the remote transmitter from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc.
Page 88: Keyless Trunk Opening
Keyless Trunk Opening Press the trunk release button located on the trunk lid above the license plate to open the trunk if the keyless access transmitter is within range. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Keyless Access System on page 2-8.
Page 89 (Trunk): Press and hold for about one second to unlock the trunk. If the engine is running, the shift lever must be in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or in Neutral with the parking brake set for a manual transmission.
Page 90: Programming Without A Recognized Transmitter
6. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats. 2-12 7. A beep sounds once the transmitter is programmed. The DIC displays Ready To Learn Electronic Key #3 or 4, or Maximum # Electronic Keys Learned.
Page 91 The procedure requires three, ten minute cycles to complete the matching process. 1. The vehicle must be off. 2. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats.
Page 92 Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery Replace the battery if the Replace Battery In Remote Key message displays in the DIC. See “Replace Battery In Remote Key” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-57 for additional information. If the transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may display Electronic Key Not Detected when you try to start the vehicle.
Page 93: Remote Vehicle Start
Remote Vehicle Start This vehicle may have a remote starting feature that allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. It may also start the vehicle’s automatic climate control system. When the remote start system is active, the climate control system heats and cools the inside of the vehicle according to the previous settings of the system before turning the vehicle off.
Page 94 The remote vehicle start feature provides two separate starts, each with 10 minutes of engine running, or it provides one start with 10 minutes of engine running that may be extended 10 more minutes. If the transmitter lock button is pressed and released and then the remote start button is pressed and held again before the ﬁrst 10 minutes of engine running time has expired, 10 minutes are added to the remaining minutes.
Page 95: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked.
Page 96: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks On vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the front doors. " (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. (Lock): Remove the key from the ignition and press to lock the doors. Delayed Locking With this feature, you can delay the actual locking of the doors.
Page 97: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks The vehicle has rear door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. The rear doors must be open to access them.
Page 98: Trunk
Trunk CAUTION: Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled.
Page 99 Press the button to open the trunk. You can also press the button with the trunk symbol on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to open the trunk. With the Keyless Access System, when you have the transmitter, the trunk can be opened by the trunk release button located on the rear of the trunk above the license plate.
Page 100: Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Close the trunk by pulling on the handle. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. Rear-Seat Pass Through If the vehicle has the rear seat-pass through door, the trunk can be accessed through the rear seat. This is useful when transporting long items. To open the door, pull down the rear seat armrest.
Page 101: 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 102: Power Windows
Power Windows 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. The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 103 Express-Down/Up Windows Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without holding the switch. Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate the express feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by brieﬂy pressing or pulling the switch.
Page 104: Sun Visors
Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged, disconnected, or is not working, you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle’s battery. To program each front window, follow these steps: 1.
Page 105: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they do not make it impossible to steal. Theft-Deterrent System If your vehicle has this feature, the security light is located on the instrument panel cluster.
Page 106: Immobilizer
Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps: 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s window and open the driver’s door. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the transmitter. 3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait for the security light to go out.
Page 107: Immobilizer Operation (Key Access)
6. Repeat the Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to be programmed. In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside Service. See Roadside Service on page 7-8. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle.
Page 108: Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access)
Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access) Your vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically armed when the ignition control knob is turned to LOCK/OFF. The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition control knob is pushed in and a valid transmitter is found in the vehicle.
Page 109: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: • Keep your speed at 70 mph (113 km/h) or less for the ﬁrst 1,500 miles (2 414km).
Page 110: Ignition Positions (Key Access)
Ignition Positions (Key Access) The key can be turned to four different positions. To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the brake pedal must be applied. Notice: Using a tool to force the key from its cylinder could cause damage or break the key.
Page 111: Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) You can turn the ignition control knob to four different positions. To shift out of P (Park), ignition must be in the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be applied. Using a tool to force the ignition control knob from its cylinder could damage it.
Page 112: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: • Audio System • Power Windows • Sunroof (if equipped) Power to the audio system will work up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened.
Page 113: Starting Procedure
Starting Procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. If the vehicle has the keyless access system, push the ignition control knob in and turn the knob to the START position. When the engine starts, let go of the ignition.
Page 114 Engine Coolant Heater 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 warm-up. Plug in the coolant heater at least four hours before starting your vehicle.
Page 115 Automatic Transmission Operation The shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. There are several different positions for the shift lever. P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily.
Page 116 If you cannot shift out of P (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into P (Park) as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear.
Page 117 D (Drive): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
Page 118 The tachometer display on the instrument panel cluster will show which gear the vehicle is in. The number indicates the requested gear range when moving the shift lever forward or rearward. See Speedometer and Odometer on page 3-33 for more information on the odometer. CTS-V vehicles use tracer lights around the outside of the tachometer as a performance up-shift light.
Page 119 Tap Shift To use Tap Shift, the shift lever must be in Manual Mode. Vehicles with this feature have switches on the back of the steering wheel. Tap the left switch to downshift, and the right switch to upshift. The tachometer display on the instrument panel cluster will show which gear the vehicle is in and a number indicating the requested gear range when moving the shift lever forward or rearward.
Page 120 Manual Transmission Operation If the vehicle has a manual transmission, the shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. The following explains how to operate the manual transmission. 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First). Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.
Page 121 Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission) CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of the vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. Notice: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you release the clutch pedal while downshifting, you...
Page 122: Parking Brake
Skip Shift (CTS-V) Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allow you to shift from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth). Shifts from 1 (First) to 2 (Second) or 3 (Third) are not allowed. This helps improve fuel mileage. Under harder acceleration, Skip Shift is disabled, and the driver has all gears available.
Page 123: Driver Information Center (Dic)
If you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill, see Towing a Trailer (CTS-V) on page 4-29 or Towing a Trailer (CTS) on page 4-29 for more information. Electric Parking Brake CAUTION: On vehicles with a manual transmission, releasing the clutch and pressing the accelerator will release the Electric Parking Brake.
Page 124 EPB Apply The EPB can be applied any time the vehicle is stopped. The EPB is applied by momentarily lifting up on the EPB switch. Once fully applied, the BRAKE light will be on, and the DIC message “Park Brake Set” will be displayed.
Page 125 EPB Release To release the EPB, turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, apply and hold the brake pedal, and push down momentarily on the EPB switch. If you attempt to release the EPB without the brake pedal applied, a chime will sound, and the DIC message “Press Brake Pedal to Release Park Brake”...
Page 126: Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 127: Shifting Out Of Park
Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 128: Parking The Vehicle (Manual Transmission)
If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting on page 5-48 for more information. To shift out of P (Park) use the following: 1. Apply the brake pedal. 2.
Page 129: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled.
Page 130: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle.
Page 131: Mirrors
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview ® mirror with OnStar controls, located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer/retailer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar. See OnStar System on page 2-57 for more information about the services OnStar provides.
Page 132: Park Tilt Mirrors
Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has this feature, the passenger and/or driver outside mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the driver to view the curb when parallel parking. When the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) and after a ﬁve-second delay, the mirrors return to their original position.
Page 133 CAUTION: The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system does not replace driver vision. It cannot detect: • objects that are below the bumper, underneath the vehicle, or if they are too close or far from the vehicle • children, pedestrians, bicyclists, or pets. If you do not use proper care before and while backing;...
Page 134: How The System Works
How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse). The rear display brieﬂy illuminates to indicate the system is working. URPA operates only at speeds less than 5 mph (8 km/h). If the vehicle is above this speed, the red light on the rear display will ﬂash.
Page 135: Onstar System
When the System Does Not Seem to 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 136 Some services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may not be available until the owner of the vehicle registers with OnStar. After the ﬁrst prepaid year, contact OnStar to select a monthly or annual subscription payment plan. If a payment plan is not selected, the OnStar system and all services, including airbag notiﬁcation and emergency services, may be deactivated and no...
Page 137: Onstar Virtual Advisor
OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows eligible OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice commands. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle, and can be used with OnStar Pre-Paid Minute Packages. Most vehicles include 30 trial minutes good for 60 days.
Page 138: How Onstar Service Works
How OnStar Service Works The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an OnStar Call Center when the OnStar button is pressed, the emergency button is pressed, or if the airbags or AACN system deploy. This information usually includes the vehicle’s GPS location and, in the event of a crash, additional information regarding the crash that the vehicle was involved in (e.g.
Page 139: Universal Home Remote System
Universal Home Remote 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. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 140: Programming The Universal Home Remote System
Keep the original hand-held transmitter for use in other 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. See “Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons”...
Page 141 3. At the same time, press and hold both the Universal Home Remote button to be used to control the garage door and the hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the Universal Home Remote button or the hand-held transmitter button until Step 4 has been completed.
Page 142: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” button. After you press this button, you will have 30 seconds to complete Step 8. 8. Immediately return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the Universal Home Remote button, chosen in Step 3 to control the garage door, for two seconds, and then release it.
Page 143: Storage Areas
Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends.
Page 144: Instrument Panel Storage
Instrument Panel Storage Your vehicle has a storage area located below the climate control systems. To access, push on the lid. Center Console Storage Your vehicle has a center console with an upper and lower storage area. To access the upper storage area, lift the driver side lever on the front of the console and lift the cover.
Page 145 Express-Close: To close the sunshade, fully press and release the front of the driver side switch. The sunshade will automatically close. To stop the sunshade partway, press the switch a second time. The sunshade will open automatically with the sunroof, but can also be opened manually.
Page 146 ✍ NOTES 2-68...
Page 147: Instrument Panel Overview
Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel ...3-6 Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column ...3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-8 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Windshield Wipers ...3-9 Rainsense™...
Page 148: Audio System(S)
Section 3 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...3-39 ® StabiliTrak /Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ...3-40 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ...3-40 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-41 Tire Pressure Light ...3-41 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-42 Oil Pressure Light ...3-45 Engine Oil Pressure Gage ...3-46 Security Light ...3-47 Fog Lamp Light ...3-47...
Page 149 ✍ NOTES...
Page 150: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar...
Page 151 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Outlet Adjustment on page 3-29. B. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-49. C. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-20. D. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7. E. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-31. F.
Page 152: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button located on the instrument panel, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press again to turn the ﬂashers off. Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.
Page 153: Power Tilt Wheel And Telescopic Steering Column
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column For vehicles with this feature, the power tilt wheel control is located on the left side of the steering column. To operate the power tilt feature, push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle.
Page 154: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster ﬂashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash to signal a lane change.
Page 155: Flash-To-Pass
Flash-to-Pass 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 156: Rainsense™ Wipers
(Delay Adjustment): Use this band to set the length of the delay between wipes when using the delay feature. The closer the band is moved towards the delay. The windshield wiper lever must be in delay for this feature to work. 1 (Low Speed): For slow, steady wiping cycles.
Page 157: Windshield Washer
The level one or lowest setting is at the bottom of the band. This setting lets more rain or snow collect on the windshield between wipes. Turn the delay band forward to a higher setting to let less rain or snow collect on the windshield between wipes.
Page 158 Heated Windshield Washer For vehicles with the heated windshield washer ﬂuid system it can be used to help clear ice, snow, tree sap, or bugs from the windshield. The button is located on the climate control system panel. Push to begin four heated wipe cycles. Heating Washer Fluid Wash Wipes Pending displays on the DIC.
Page 159: Headlamp Washer
Headlamp Washer Your vehicle may have headlamp washers. The headlamp washers clear debris from the headlamp lenses. The headlamp washers are located beneath the headlamps. Press the washer button located at the end of the windshield wiper lever, to wash the headlamps. Both the headlamps and the windshield will be washed.
Page 160: Setting Cruise Control
The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel. CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar (On/Off): Press to turn the system on or off. The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is on. + RES (Resume/Accelerate): Press to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed.
Page 161 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brake is applied. This shuts off the cruise control. But it does not need to be reset. Once the vehicle is driving at about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, press the +RES button on the steering wheel.
Page 162: Headlamps
Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle’s speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle’s speed. When going downhill, you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle’s speed down.
Page 163: Wiper Activated Headlamps
Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in use for about six seconds. For this feature to work, the exterior lamp control must be in AUTO. The wiper-activated headlamps immediately turn off, when the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF or the windshield wiper control is turned off.
Page 164: Light Sensor
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, the low-beam headlamps will go off, and the DRL will turn back on.
Page 165: Adaptive Forward Lighting System
Adaptive Forward Lighting System The Adaptive Forward Lighting System (AFL) pivots the headlamps horizontally to provide greater road illumination while turning. To enable AFL, set the exterior lamp switch on the multifunction lever to the AUTO position. Moving the switch out of the AUTO position will deactivate the system.
Page 166: Instrument Panel Brightness
Instrument Panel Brightness The knob with this symbol is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights. Turn the knob completely clockwise to turn on the interior lamps.
Page 167: Electric Power Management
Electric Power Management The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery’s temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery. When the battery’s state of charge is low, the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring the charge back up.
Page 168: Accessory Power Outlet(S)
Accessory Power Outlet(s) Accessory power outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone. There are three accessory power outlets. There is an outlet located in the front storage area below the climate control system, one inside the center console storage bin, and one on the rear of the center console.
Page 169: Ashtray(S) And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter The vehicle may have two removable ashtrays and cigarette lighters. One ashtray can be placed into the instrument panel storage compartment and the other into the center console rear compartment. To use the lighter, push it in all the way and let go. When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself.
Page 170: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. A. Display H. Temperature Control B. Fan Control C. Power I. Air Conditioning D. AUTO J. Recirculation/ E. PASS (Passenger Climate Control) K.
Page 171: Manual Operation
The length of time needed for warm up depends on the outside temperature and the length of time that has elapsed since the vehicle was last driven. 3. Wait for the system to regulate. This may take from 10 to 30 minutes. Then adjust the temperature, if necessary.
Page 172 To change the current mode, select one of the following: (Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. (Bi-Level): Air is divided between the instrument panel outlets and the ﬂoor outlets. In automatic operation, cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the ﬂoor outlets.
Page 173: Rear Window Defogger
(Recirculation/Outside Air): Press this button to switch between recirculation and outside air modes. The indicator light comes on to show which mode is being used. The recirculation mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle.
Page 174 (Heated Windshield Washer, If Equipped): For more information, see Windshield Washer on page 3-11. Remote Start Climate Control Operation: For vehicles with remote vehicle start feature and it is activated, the climate control system heats and cools the inside of the vehicle using the previous settings of the system before the vehicle was turned off.
Page 175: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to direct the airﬂow. Use the thumbwheels near the air outlets to open or close off the airﬂow. Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the ﬂow of air into the vehicle.
Page 176: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
To replace the passenger compartment air ﬁlter: 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off. 2. Turn on the windshield wipers and turn the ignition off again when the wipers are straight up on the windshield. This allows access to the leaf screen. The passenger compartment air ﬁlter is located under the screen.
Page 177: 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 178 United States V–Series Automatic Transmission Cluster shown, Manual and Canada similar 3-32...
Page 179: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). If the vehicle has to have a new odometer installed, the new one may read the correct mileage.
Page 180: Engine Speed Limiter
For the CTS-V, the tracer lights also ﬂash when it is time to up-shift to avoid the engine speed limit. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-37 or Manual Transmission Operation on page 2-42 for more information. Engine Speed Limiter This feature prevents the engine speed from reaching an unsafe level.
Page 181: Airbag Readiness Light
This chime and light are repeated if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop or other electronic device.
Page 182: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-63 for important safety information. The instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator. United States When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check.
Page 183: Charging System Light
Charging System Light This light comes on brieﬂy when the ignition key is turned to START, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer.
Page 184: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light This vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop the vehicle. For good braking both parts need to be working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem.
Page 185: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
For vehicles with the Electric Park Brake (EPB), this light should come on brieﬂy when ignition is turned to ON/RUN. If it does not come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If this light comes on there is a problem with a system on the vehicle that is causing the park brake system to work at a reduced level.
Page 186: Stabilitrak ® /Traction Control
® StabiliTrak /Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light The Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak warning light should come on brieﬂy when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off.
Page 187: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the engine coolant overheats the engine coolant temperature warning light will come on. See Engine Overheating on page 5-38 and Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 3-40 for more information.
Page 188: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates that there could be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System. The light ﬂashes for about a minute and stays on steady for the remainder of the ignition cycle.
Page 189 This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing: A misﬁre condition has been detected. A misﬁre increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. The following can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle: •...
Page 190: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
If none of the above have made the light turn off, your dealer/retailer can check the vehicle. The dealer/retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to ﬁx any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control...
Page 191: Maintenance Schedule
Oil Pressure Light For vehicles with an oil pressure light, if there is a problem with the oil, the light may stay on after the engine is started, or comes on while driving. This light indicates that oil is not going through the engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated.
Page 192: Maintenance Schedule
Engine Oil Pressure Gage United States For vehicles with an engine oil pressure gage. It shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but if readings are outside the normal operating range, the oil pressure light will come on.
Page 193: Security Light
Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle’s security system, see Theft-Deterrent System on page 2-27. Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 3-19 for more information.
Page 194: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8 for more information. Fuel Gage The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank. It works only when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 195: Boost Gage
Boost Gage United States For the CTS-V, this gage is located in the instrument panel cluster. This gage indicates positive manifold pressure which is the induction air pressure level in the intake manifold before it enters the combustion chamber. This gage reads zero under light throttle before boost is generated.
Page 196: Dic Operation And Displays
DIC Operation and Displays The Driver Information Center (DIC) has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. Trip/Fuel: Press this button to scroll through the trip and fuel displays. See “Trip/Fuel Display Menu Items”...
Page 197 Fuel Range This display shows the approximate number of remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) you can drive without reﬁlling the fuel tank. This estimate is based on the current driving conditions and changes if the driving conditions change. For example, if you are driving in traffic and making frequent stops, the display may read one number, but if you enter the freeway, the number may change even though you still have the same amount...
Page 198: Parking Assist
Speedometer This display shows a digital speedometer in the DIC. The speed displays in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). To change the units from English to metric, see “Units” later in this section. Blank Display This display shows no information.
Page 199: Tire Pressure
Tire Pressure The pressure for each tire can be viewed in the DIC. The tire pressure is shown in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). Press the vehicle information button until the DIC displays Front Tire PSI (kPa) Left ## Right ##. Press the vehicle information button again until the DIC displays Rear Tire PSI (kPa) Left ## Right ##.
Page 200 To match an RKE transmitter to the vehicle: 1. Press the vehicle information button until Press To Relearn Remote Key displays. 2. Press the set/reset button until Remote Key Learning Active is displayed. 3. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the ﬁrst transmitter at the same time for about 15 seconds.
Page 201: 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 202: Compass Calibration
Compass Calibration The compass can be manually calibrated. Only calibrate the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location, such as an open parking lot, where driving the vehicle in circles is not a danger. It is suggested to calibrate away from tall buildings, utility wires, manhole covers, or other industrial structures, if possible.
Page 203: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another.
Page 204: Battery Saver Active
Automatic Light Control Off This message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned off. Automatic Light Control On This message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned on. Battery Saver Active This message displays when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping below expected levels.
Page 205: Check Tire Pressure
Calibrating Drive In Circles This message displays when calibrating the compass. Drive the vehicle in circles at less than 5 mph (8 km/h) to complete the calibration. See DIC Compass on page 3-55 for more information. Calibration Complete This message displays when the compass calibration is complete.
Page 206 Differential Hot, Reduce Speed (CTS-V Only) This message displays and a chime sounds if the differential ﬂuid temperature exceeds 300°F (150°C). Driving aggressively or at high speeds can cause the differential ﬂuid temperature to be higher than normal. If this message appears, you may continue to drive at a slower speed.
Page 207 If moving the transmitter to different locations within the vehicle does not help, place the transmitter in the center console transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle and then start the vehicle. • The vehicle’s battery voltage is low. The battery voltage must be above 10 volts for the keyless access transmitter to be detected properly.
Page 208: Fuel Level Low
Engine Oil Low Add Oil If the vehicle has an oil level sensor, this message displays if the oil level in the vehicle is low. Check the oil level and correct it as necessary. You may need to let the vehicle cool or warm up and cycle the ignition to be sure this message clears.
Page 209: Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
Heated Washer Fluid System Off If the vehicle has this feature, this message displays when you manually turn off the heated windshield washer ﬂuid system or when the system automatically turns off. See “Heated Windshield Washer” under Windshield Washer on page 3-11 for more information. This message clears itself after 10 seconds.
Page 210: Automatic Transmission Only
Park Brake Released For vehicles with the Electric Parking Brake, this message displays when the parking brake has been released from the set position. See Electric Parking Brake on page 2-45 for more information. Park Brake Set For vehicles with the Electric Parking Brake, this message displays when the parking brake has been applied to the set position.
Page 211: Service Air Bag
Rainsense Wipers Active If the vehicle has this feature, this message displays while the Rainsense™ wipers are active. See Rainsense™ Wipers on page 3-10 for more information. Ready To Learn Electronic Key # X If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this message displays while matching new transmitters to the vehicle.
Page 212 Service A/C System This message displays when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer/retailer if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency. Service All Wheel Drive This message displays if a problem occurs with the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system.
Page 213: Service Brake System
Service Brake System This message displays, while the ignition is on, when the brake ﬂuid level is low. The brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster also comes on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-38 for more information.
Page 214: Service Transmission
Service Theft Deterrent System This message displays when there is a problem with the theft-deterrent system programmed in the key. A fault has been detected in the system which means that the system is disabled and it is not protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts;...
Page 215: Sport Mode
Shift To Park (Automatic Transmission Only) If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this message displays if the vehicle is not in P (Park) while the engine is being turned off. The vehicle will be in ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the shift lever is moved to P (Park), the ignition needs to be turned off.
Page 216: Theft Attempted
Stabilitrak Off This message displays when you turn off StabiliTrak, or when the stability control has been automatically disabled. The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument panel cluster also comes on. To realize the full beneﬁts of the stability enhancement system, you should normally leave StabiliTrak on.
Page 217: Trunk Open
Tighten Gas Cap This message displays when the fuel cap has not been fully tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to ensure that it is on and tightened properly. Tire Learning Active This message displays when the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is re-learning the tire positions on the vehicle.
Page 218 Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1. Turn the ignition on. To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. 2. Press the customization button to enter the feature settings menu. Feature Settings Menu Items The following are customization features that allow you to program settings to the vehicle: Display In English...
Page 219: Auto Door Lock
Auto Door Lock This feature allows you to select when the vehicle’s doors will automatically lock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-18 for more information. Press the customization button until Auto Door Lock appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
Page 220 Remote Door Lock Feedback This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or keyless access transmitter, or when the vehicle is automatically locked using the Keyless Locking feature.
Page 221: Exit Lighting
Remote Door Unlock Feedback This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or keyless access transmitter, or when the vehicle is automatically unlocked using the Keyless Unlock feature. You will not receive feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the transmitter if the doors are open.
Page 222: Approach Lighting
Approach Lighting This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on brieﬂy during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or keyless access transmitter. Press the customization button until Approach Lighting appears on the DIC display.
Page 223 Keyless Locking If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this feature allows you to select whether the doors automatically lock during normal vehicle exit. When the ignition is turned off and all doors become closed, the vehicle will determine how many keyless access transmitters remain in the vehicle interior.
Page 224 Keyless Unlock If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this feature allows you to select which doors will automatically unlock when you approach the vehicle with the keyless access transmitter and open the driver’s door. See Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-9 for more information.
Page 225 Easy Exit Recall If the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select your preference for the automatic easy exit seat feature. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 1-8 for more information. Press the customization button until Easy Exit Recall appears on the DIC display.
Page 226: Audio System(S)
Easy Exit Setup If the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select which areas will recall with the automatic easy exit seat feature. It also allows you to turn off the automatic easy exit feature. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 1-8 and “Easy Exit Recall”...
Page 227: Radio(S)
This system provides access to many audio and non audio listings. To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, do the following while the vehicle is parked: • Become familiar with the operation and controls of the audio system. •...
Page 228 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 on the navigation audio system.
Page 229: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio (Volume/Power): The power knob is part of the VOL knob and is located above the radio, at the left side of the clock. Press to turn the system on and off. Turn the VOL knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume.
Page 230: Finding A Station
Finding a Station TUNE/TONE: Turn to select different radio stations within a selected band. FM/AM: Press to switch between FM and AM radio bands. © ¨ SEEK : Press to go to the previous or to the next radio station and stay there. The radio only tunes into stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band.
Page 231: Storing A Radio Station As A Favorite
Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is stopped. Tune to favorite stations using the presets, favorites button, and steering wheel controls, if the vehicle has this feature. See Defensive Driving on page 4-2.
Page 232: Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade
Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble) BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): To adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the TUNE/TONE knob until the tone control labels display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label, or press the pushbutton positioned under the desired label. Turn the TUNE/TONE knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted setting.
Page 233 Digital Signal Processing (DSP) If the radio has this feature, it is used to provide a choice of different listening experiences. To choose a DSP setting, perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/TONE knob to display the tone/speaker, and DSP labels. 2.
Page 234: Radio Message
Conﬁguring Radio Functions CONFIG: Press to display FAV, AUTO VOL, XM (if equipped), or HDD (if available), and Back. See the information provided in this radio section to learn more options about the FAV, AUTO VOL, XM, and HDD (if available) label functions. See “Speed Compensated Volume (SCV)”...
Page 235 Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player) (Load): Press to load CDs into the CD player. This CD player holds up to six CDs. To insert one CD: 1. Press and release the load button. 2. Wait for the message to insert the disc. 3.
Page 236 © ¨ SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ﬁve seconds have played. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If either arrow is held, or pressed multiple times, the player continues moving backward or forward through the tracks on the CD.
Page 237 FWD (Fast Forward): Press to advance playback quickly within a track. Sound is heard at a reduced volume. Press once to change playback to a speed of 2X. Each successive press changes playback to a speed of 4X, 10X, or 21X. Press playback.
Page 238 Selecting DVD Audio Streams Each DVD audio Group may contain audio content that is encoded in one or two formats. For example, a particular Group may have both a 5.1 surround audio stream and a 2.0 stereo audio stream available. Press the pushbutton located under the Audio label to display the current audio stream playing.
Page 239 Care of Your CD or DVD-A Player Do not add any label to a disc, it could get caught in the CD/DVD-A player. If a disc is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, label the top of the recorded disc with a marking pen.
Page 240 Hard Drive Device (HDD) Radios with a hard drive device are able to record songs from Audio CDs, MP3/WMA discs, and USB mass storage devices. This type of radio has a 40 GB (gigabyte) HDD. A portion of the HDD is used for the storage of radio system ﬁles.
Page 241 Audio CD Song, Artist, Album and Genre Information Radios with HDD, contain a Gracenote the radio uses to determine the song, artist, album and genre information. The Gracenote radio to record an audio CD to the HDD and store the content using song, artist, album and genre information.
Page 242 Gracenote and CDDB are registered trademarks of Gracenote. The Gracenote logo and logotype, and the “Powered by Gracenote” logo are trademarks of Gracenote. If you require more information regarding the use of the Gracenote Service, visit: gracenote.com/corporate For the data provided by Gracenote Service, the content is not necessarily guaranteed 100%.
Page 243: Usb Host Support
The Gracenote Software and each item of Gracenote Data are licensed to you “AS IS.” Gracenote makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy of any Gracenote Data from in the Gracenote Servers. Gracenote reserves the right to delete data from the Gracenote Servers or to change data categories for any cause that Gracenote deems sufficient.
Page 244: Hdd Menu
USB Supported Devices • USB Flash Drives • Portable USB Hard Drives Playing From the Hard Drive Device HDD (Hard Drive Device): Press the HDD button to start the HDD mode. HDD displays and playback resumes from where it was last stopped. HDD Playback Mode This radio system displays the current hard drive playback mode.
Page 245 Quick Jump To scroll up or down the list of Artists, Albums, or Song Titles, press and hold the pushbutton located under the FWD or REV tab. To jump to the beginning, middle, or last section of the list: • Press the ﬁrst pushbutton located under the display to go to the beginning section of the list.
Page 246 Recently Saved Select this option from the HDD Menu to display the last 50 songs added since the vehicle was last turned on. The songs are categorized into songs recorded from CDs or USB devices. Audiblebook The radio is able to play back audio-book content ®...
Page 247 Conﬁguring HDD Favorites Press the CONFIG button to display the radio conﬁguration options. Press the pushbutton under the HDD label to display the available favorite modes. Press the pushbutton under the favorite label to set the available favorite modes. Available favorite modes are highlighted.
Page 248: Using The Auxiliary Input Jack
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack The radio system has an auxiliary input jack. It is in the center console bin. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. An external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3 player, etc.
Page 249 To connect and control the iPod, connect one end of the special iPod connection cable to the iPod’s dock connector. Connect the other end to both the USB port and the auxiliary input jack. The USB port and the auxiliary input jack are located in the center console bin. If the vehicle is on and the USB connection works, a GM logo may appear on the iPod.
Page 250: Using An Mp
Using an MP3 MP3/WMA Format The Single CD and the Six-Disc CD Radio will play MP3/WMA ﬁles that were recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW disc. The HDD Radio is similar and can also play MP3/WMA ﬁles recorded on DVD +/− R discs or a USB storage device.
Page 251 Playlists can be selected by using the previous and next folder buttons, the SEEK arrows, buttons. An MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW that was recorded using no ﬁle folders can also be played. If a CD-R or CD-RW contains more than the maximum of 50 folders and playlists, and 255 ﬁles, the player lets you access and navigate up to the maximum, but all items over the maximum are not accessible.
Page 252 Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD-R or CD-RW play in the following order: • Play begins from the ﬁrst track in the ﬁrst folder and continues sequentially through all tracks in each folder. When the last track of the last folder has played, play continues from the ﬁrst track of the ﬁrst playlist.
Page 253: Playing An Mp3/Wma
Playing an MP3/WMA Insert a CD partway into the slot (Single CD Player), or press the load button and wait for the message to insert disc (Six-Disc CD Player), label side up. The player pulls in the CD and should begin playing. For the Single CD Player, the track number displays at the left and center of the screen.
Page 254: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages XL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). XM Updating: The encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and no action is required. This process should take no longer than 30 seconds.
Page 255: Voice Recognition
Unknown: If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there could be a receiver fault. Consult with your dealer/retailer. Check XM Receivr: If this message does not clear within a short period of time, the receiver could have a fault.
Page 256: Bluetooth Controls
Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons located on the steering wheel to operate the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-122 for more information. (Push To Talk): Press to answer incoming calls, to conﬁrm system information, and to start speech recognition.
Page 257: Pairing A Phone
Pairing a Phone 1. Press and hold for two seconds: • For vehicles without a navigation system, the system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. • For vehicles with a navigation system, the system responds with a tone. After the tone say “Hands Free”.
Page 258 Deleting a Paired Phone 1. Press and hold for two seconds: • For vehicles without a navigation system, the system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. • For vehicles with a navigation system, the system responds with a tone. After the tone say “Hands Free”.
Page 259: Storing Name Tags
Storing Name Tags The system can store up to thirty phone numbers as name tags that are shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems. The system uses the following commands to store and retrieve phone numbers: • Store • Digit Store •...
Page 260 Using the Digit Store Command The digit store command allows a phone number to be stored by entering the digits individually. 1. Press and hold for two seconds: • For vehicles without a navigation system, the system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. •...
Page 261: Deleting Name Tags
Deleting Name Tags The system uses the following commands to delete name tags: • Delete • Delete all name tags Using the Delete Command The delete command allows speciﬁc name tags to be deleted. To use the delete command: 1. Press and hold for two seconds: •...
Page 262: Making A Call
2. Say “Delete all name tags”. The system responds with “You are about to delete all name tags stored in your phone directory and your route destination directory. Are you sure you want to do this? Please say yes or no.” •...
Page 263: Using The Call Command
Using the Digit Dial Command 1. Press and hold for two seconds: • For vehicles without a navigation system, the system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. • For vehicles with a navigation system, the system responds with a tone. After the tone say “Hands Free”.
Page 264: Call Waiting
Using the Re-dial Command 1. Press and hold for two seconds: • For vehicles without a navigation system, the system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. • For vehicles with a navigation system, the system responds with a tone. After the tone say “Hands Free”.
Page 265: Bluetooth System
Ending a Call c ª Press to end a call. Muting a Call During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them. To Mute a call 1.
Page 266 Voice Pass-Thru Voice Pass-Thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone. See the cell phone manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature. This feature can be used to verbally access contacts stored in the cell phone. 1.
Page 267: Other Information
Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call 1. Press . The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Send name tag.” The system responds with “Say a name tag to send tones” followed by a tone. 3.
Page 268: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Audio Steering Wheel Controls Left-Side Steering Right-Side Steering Wheel Controls for CTS Wheel Controls for CTS (CTS-V Similar) 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 following: SRCE (Source): Press to switch between the radio AM, FM, XM, CD, HDD, auxiliary input jack,...
Page 269: Radio Reception
Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet.
Page 270: Backglass Antenna
Backglass Antenna The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Make sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception.
Page 271: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...4-2 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunk Driving ...4-3 Control of a Vehicle ...4-3 Braking ...4-4 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...4-5 Braking in Emergencies ...4-6 ® StabiliTrak System ...4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) ...4-7 Magnetic Ride Control™...
Page 272: Your Driving, The Road, And The Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. • Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. • Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. •...
Page 273: Drunk Driving
Drunk Driving CAUTION: Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking.
Page 274: Braking
Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-38. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three-fourths of a second.
Page 275: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Antilock Brake System (ABS) This vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid. When the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away, ABS checks itself. A momentary motor or clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on, and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little.
Page 276: Braking In Emergencies
Braking in Emergencies ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than even the very best braking. Brake Assist (Except CTS-V) This vehicle has a Brake Assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditions.
Page 277: Traction Control System (Tcs)
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 be turned off, press the TC (traction control) on/off button. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-7. If cruise control is being used when the StabiliTrak activates, the cruise control will automatically disengage.
Page 278: Competitive Driving Mode
To turn the system off, press the TCS/StabiliTrak button located on the instrument panel (CTS) or the steering wheel (CTS-V). Press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button and the traction control system will turn off and the TCS/StabiliTrak warning light will come on. Press the button again to turn the system back on.
Page 279: Magnetic Ride Control
Magnetic Ride Control™ With this feature on the CTS-V, the Magnetic Ride Control system adjusts the ride of the vehicle to Touring or Sport modes. Magnetic Ride Control monitors the suspension system to determine the proper system response. TOUR: Use for normal city and highway driving. This setting provides a smooth, soft ride.
Page 280: Steering
Steering Power Steering If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort. Speed Variable Assist Steering The vehicle has a steering system that varies the amount of effort required to steer the vehicle in relation to the speed of the vehicle.
Page 281: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 282: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery The vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that the vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 283 Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to the vehicle’s three control systems.
Page 284: Competitive Driving
Competitive Driving Competitive driving may affect the vehicle warranty. See the warranty book before using the vehicle for competitive driving. Notice: If you use your vehicle for competitive driving, the engine may use more oil than it would with normal use. Low oil levels can damage the engine.
Page 285: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But, as we get older, these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver might need at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate.
Page 286: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: • Allow extra following distance. • Pass with caution. • Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape. • Keep the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir ﬁlled. • Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires on page 5-63.
Page 287: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on ﬂat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: • Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. • Check all ﬂuid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
Page 288: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 32°F (0°C) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand.
Page 289 Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Service on page 7-8. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: •...
Page 290: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
To save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the way to save heat. Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold.
Page 291: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or stability system. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a forward gear, or with a manual transmission, between 1 (First) or 2 (Second) and R (Reverse), spinning the wheels as little as possible.
Page 292 Tire and Loading Information Label Example Label A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver’s door open, you will ﬁnd the label attached below the door lock post (striker). 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.
Page 293 The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 −...
Page 294 Example 2 Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = 4-24 Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg) Example 3 Description Vehicle Capacity...
Page 295 Refer to your vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information label for speciﬁc information about your vehicle’s capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle’s capacity weight. Certiﬁcation Label A vehicle speciﬁc Certiﬁcation label is attached to either the driver’s door edge or the lower center pillar on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 296: Towing
If you put things inside your vehicle, like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else, they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. CAUTION: Things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn,...
Page 297: Dinghy Towing
Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: • What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. • What is the distance that will be travelled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.
Page 298: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing (Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) Use the following procedure to dolly tow a rear-wheel-drive vehicle from the rear: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Put the rear wheels on the dolly. 4-28 3. Firmly set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-44.
Page 299: Towing A Trailer (Cts-V)
Towing a Trailer (CTS-V) The CTS-V is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer. Towing a Trailer (CTS) CAUTION: The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly.
Page 300: Pulling A Trailer
Pulling A Trailer Here are some important points: • There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure the rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you will be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police.
Page 301: 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 302: Safety Chains
Total Weight on the Vehicle’s Tires Be sure the vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit for cold tires. These numbers can be found on the Certiﬁcation label. See Loading the Vehicle on page 4-21. Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle, or the GAWR, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Page 303: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Get to know the rig before setting out for the open road. Get acquainted with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
Page 304: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer The arrows on the instrument panel ﬂash whenever signaling a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also ﬂash, telling other drivers the vehicle is turning, changing lanes or stopping. When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument panel ﬂash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out.
Page 305: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills CAUTION: Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous. If something goes wrong, the rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both the vehicle and the trailer can be damaged.
Page 306: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: • Start the engine • Shift into a gear • Release the parking brake 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4.
Page 307: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ...5-4 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ...5-4 California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-5 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...5-5 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-5 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...5-6 Fuel ...5-6 Gasoline Octane ...5-6 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...5-7 California Fuel ...5-7 Additives ...5-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-8...
Page 308 Section 5 Tires ...5-63 Winter Tires ...5-64 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-65 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions ...5-68 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ...5-72 High-Speed Operation ...5-74 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...5-75 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation ...5-76 Tire Inspection and Rotation ...5-80 When It Is Time for New Tires ...5-81 Buying New Tires ...5-82 Different Size Tires and Wheels ...5-84 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...5-84...
Page 309 Section 5 Electrical System ...5-119 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-119 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-119 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-119 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-120 Service and Appearance Care Underhood Fuse Block (CTS) ...5-120 Underhood Fuse Block (CTS-V) ...5-124 Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS) ...5-127 Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V) ...5-130 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ...5-133...
Page 310: Service
Service For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Accessories and Modiﬁcations When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to the vehicle, they can affect vehicle performance and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like antilock brakes,...
Page 311: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
Page 312: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of The Vehicle
Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Record on page 6-18. Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle Things added to the outside of the vehicle can affect the airﬂow around it.
Page 313: California Fuel
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 performance, use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 93. In an emergency, you can use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher.
Page 314: Fuels In Foreign Countries
For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change, can help clean deposits from fuel injectors and intake valves. GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors.
Page 315: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off the engine when you are refueling.
Page 316 To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is released too soon, it will spring back to the right. While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door.
Page 317 When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
Page 318: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor. You can be badly burned and the vehicle damaged if this occurs.
Page 319: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood: 1. Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and ﬁnd the secondary hood release lever.
Page 320: 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 321 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-42. B. Underhood Fuse Block (CTS) on page 5-120 or Underhood Fuse Block (CTS-V) on page 5-124. C. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 5-48.
Page 322 CTS-V When you open the hood on the 6.2L Super Charged engine, you will see the following: 5-16...
Page 323 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-42. B. Underhood Fuse Block (CTS) on page 5-120 or Underhood Fuse Block (CTS-V) on page 5-124. C. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 5-48.
Page 324: Engine Oil
Engine Oil There is an oil pressure light in the instrument cluster and an Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine message on the Driver Information Center (DIC). If the light and/or message appear, check the engine oil level right away. For more information, see “Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine”...
Page 325: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil level is within the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-133.
Page 326: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for three things: • GM4718M This vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identiﬁed as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard. Use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M.
Page 327: Engine Oil Life System
Engine Oil Additives / Engine Oil Flushes Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils with the starburst symbol that meet GM standards are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system ﬂushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 328: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle use. Whenever the oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where the oil is changed prior to a Change Engine Oil Soon message being turned on, reset the system.
Page 329: Engine Cover
Engine Cover Engine Cover (CTS) To remove: 1. Remove the oil ﬁll cap (A). 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 330 Engine Cover (CTS-V) 5-24 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 331: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 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. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the ﬁrst oil change after each...
Page 332 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the air box. 4. Loosen the screw on the clamp holding the air outlet duct in place. Do not remove the clamp. Move the duct aside. 5. Remove the hose from the air cleaner housing mounting arm.
Page 333 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 334 How to Reinstall Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 1. Install the air cleaner into the air cleaner housing. The outer air cleaner ﬁlter seal must be ﬁtted properly in the air cleaner housing. 2. Align the air cleaner housing cover tabs to the air cleaner housing.
Page 335: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission ﬂuid level. A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealer/retailer service department and have it repaired as soon as possible.
Page 336: When To Check And What To Use
When to Check and What to Use The hydraulic clutch ﬂuid reservoir cap has this symbol on it. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for reservoir location. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper ﬂuid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14.
Page 337: Engine Coolant
CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 338: What To Use
What to Use CAUTION: Adding only plain water to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning.
Page 339: Checking Coolant
Notice: If an improper coolant mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and other parts.
Page 340 How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. Notice: This vehicle has a speciﬁc coolant ﬁll procedure.
Page 341 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one-quarter turn and then stop.
Page 342 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to slightly above the FROID/FULL COLD line on the side of the coolant surge tank. 5-36 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.
Page 343 Checking Coolant in the Intercooler System (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. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14.
Page 344: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
® 3. Add the proper DEX-COOL ﬁll neck until the coolant reaches the COLD FILL line on the ﬁll neck. With the intercooler system pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run for a couple of minutes. Then turn the engine off.
Page 345: If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
If you do decide to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface. Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced.
Page 346: If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: •...
Page 347: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency. Should a hot engine condition exist, an overheat protection mode which alternates ﬁring groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage.
Page 348: Windshield Washer Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering ﬂuid: 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag.
Page 349: Adding Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid The Washer Fluid Low Add Fluid message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the ﬂuid level is low. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-57 for more information. Open the cap with the washer symbol on it.
Page 350: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT 3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down: •...
Page 351 What to Add DOT 3 brake ﬂuid is recommended. DOT 4 brake ﬂuid is also compatible with the vehicle’s brake system parts. However, if DOT 4 ﬂuid is used, it is recommended that the brake hydraulic system be ﬂushed and reﬁlled with new DOT 4 ﬂuid at a regular maintenance service every two years.
Page 352: Brake Adjustment
Brake Wear This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving, except when applying the brake pedal ﬁrmly.
Page 353: Battery
Battery This vehicle has a maintenance free battery. It is located in the trunk, behind the trim panel, on the passenger side of the vehicle. When it is time for a new battery, see your dealer/retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label.
Page 354: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If the vehicle battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: •...
Page 355 4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations or the remote positive (+) and remote negative (−) terminals of the other vehicle. Then locate the remote positive (+) location on your vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for more information on locations the terminals.
Page 356 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a ﬂashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle.
Page 357 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Page 358 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle.
Page 359: All-Wheel Drive
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
Page 360: Rear Axle
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 361: Headlamp Aiming
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 362 Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle’s low-beam headlamps. The high-beam headlamps will be correctly aimed if the low-beam headlamps are aimed properly. To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-13 for more information. Halogen Headlamps 5-56 High Intensity Discharge Headlamps...
Page 363 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 vehicle at the wall where it was marked in Step 4. Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming.
Page 364: Bulb Replacement
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 headlamp aim. The lamp on the right (B) shows the incorrect headlamp aim. 10.
Page 365: Halogen Bulbs
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 shade than it was originally. This is normal. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
Page 366: License Plate Lamp
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 367: Replacement Bulbs
3. Turn the socket counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it. 5. Push the new bulb straight into the socket. 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp assembly. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Fog Lamp (Up Level Only) License Plate Lamp...
Page 368 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. Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield.
Page 369: Tires
Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer.
Page 370: Winter Tires
Low-Proﬁle Performance Tires If your vehicle has 235/50ZR18, P235/50R18, 255/40ZR19 or 285/35ZR19 size tires, they are classiﬁed as low-proﬁle tires. These tires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement. You may also notice more road noise with low-proﬁle performance tires and that they tend to wear faster.
Page 371: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example (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, and service description.
Page 372 (D) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN) letters and numbers following DOT (Department of Transportation) code is the Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture.
Page 373 (B) Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (C) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN) and numbers following the DOT (Department of Transportation) code is the Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured.
Page 374: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
(C) Aspect Ratio A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in item C of the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide.
Page 375 Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. 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 from driving.
Page 376 Maximum Inﬂation Pressure pressure to which a cold tire can be inﬂated. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inﬂation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight.
Page 377 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead.
Page 378: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under-inﬂation or over-inﬂation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under-inﬂation), you can get the following: •...
Page 379: How To Check
When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget to check the compact spare tire, if your vehicle has one. The compact spare should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). For additional information regarding the compact spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire on page 5-108.
Page 380: High-Speed Operation
High-Speed Operation CAUTION: Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others could be killed. Some high-speed rated tires require inﬂation pressure adjustment for high speed operation.
Page 381: Tire Pressure Monitor System
Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle’s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inﬂated to the inﬂation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on...
Page 382: Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry and Science Canada The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates on a radio frequency and complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2.
Page 383 A DIC warning message to check the pressure in a speciﬁc tire is also shown on the DIC display screen. The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come at each ignition cycle until the tires are inﬂated to the correct inﬂation pressure.
Page 384: Tpms Malfunction Light And Message
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When the system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light ﬂashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle.
Page 385: Tpms Sensor Matching Process
TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identiﬁcation code. Any time you replace one or more of the TPMS sensors or rotate your vehicle’s tires, the identiﬁcation codes need to be matched to the new tire/wheel position. The sensors are matched to the tire/wheel positions in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear tire using a...
Page 386: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Inspect tires regularly for signs of wear or damage. Also inspect the spare tire, if the vehicle has one. For more information on tire inspection, see When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-81. Tire rotation is not recommended if the vehicle has 255/40R19 size tires on the front wheels and 285/35R19 size tires on the rear wheels.
Page 387: When It Is Time For New Tires
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5-76. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-133. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 388: Buying New Tires
You need new tires if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. • You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. • The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.
Page 389 Winter tires with the same speed rating as your original equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y and ZR speed rated tires. If you choose snow tires with a lower speed rating, never exceed the tire’s maximum speed capability.
Page 390: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover.
Page 391 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 392: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis.
Page 393 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause a crash. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 394: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous. You cannot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.
Page 395: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving, especially if you maintain the tires properly. See Tires on page 5-63. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly.
Page 396: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit CAUTION: Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation.
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 Sealant/Air Hose Air Only) (Clear) B. On/Off Button F. Air Only Hose C. Pressure Gage (Black) D.
Page 398: Tire Sealant
Tire Sealant Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer/retailer.
Page 399 When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for 5 minutes. This will help to inﬂate the tire faster. Always do a safety check ﬁrst. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5-89.
Page 400 9. Press the on/off (B) button to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on. The compressor will inject sealant and air into the tire. The pressure gage (C) will initially show a high pressure while the compressor pushes the sealant into the tire.
Page 401 14. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 15. Replace the sealant/air hose (F), and the power plug (H) back in their original location. 16. If the ﬂat tire was able to inﬂate to the recommended inﬂation pressure, remove the maximum speed label from the sealant canister (E) and place it in a highly...
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: 5-96 Always do a safety check ﬁrst. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5-89.
Page 403 5. Attach the air only hose (G) onto the tire valve stem by turning it clockwise until it is tight. 6. Plug the power plug (H) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-22.
Page 404: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit Storage
14. Replace the air only hose (G) and the power plug (H) and cord back in its original location. 15. Place the equipment in the original storage location in the vehicle. The tire sealant and compressor kit has an accessory adapter located in a compartment on the bottom of its housing that may be used to inﬂate air mattresses, balls, etc.
Page 405 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Pressure Deﬂation Button A. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit B. Foam Container C. Wing Nut 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-20. 2. Locate the tire sealant and compressor kit (A) in the center of the cargo area.
Page 406: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning ﬂashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people.
Page 407: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools A. Wing Nut D. Wheel Wrench B. Spare Tire E. Extension C. Jack F. Strap The equipment you will need is in the trunk. To gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment, do the following: 1.
Page 408: 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 5-100 for more information. 2. Loosen the wheel nuts, but do not remove them yet, using the wheel wrench. Turn the handle about 180 degrees, then return the handle back to the starting position.
Page 409 4. Insert the hooked end of the extension handle through the jack and the ﬂat end through the wheel wrench. 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.
Page 410 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. Notice: If you position the jack under the rocker molding and attempt to raise the vehicle, you could break the molding and/or cause other damage to...
Page 411 9. Remove all the wheel nuts and the ﬂat tire. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 412: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
13. Tighten each wheel nut by turning it clockwise with your hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 14. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. CAUTION: Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off.
Page 413 Storing the Flat Tire with a Flat Load Floor 1. Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on. 2. Put the ﬂat tire in the tire storage bag, if there is one.
Page 414: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire and Tools Use the following diagram as a guide for storing the compact spare tire and tools in the trunk: A. Wing Nut C. Jack B. Compact Spare Tire D. Wheel Wrench or Flat Tire (valve E. Extension stem down) F.
Page 415: Appearance Care
Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire, wheel and other parts of the vehicle. Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.
Page 416 When cleaning the vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners speciﬁcally designed for the surfaces being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately.
Page 417: Fabric/Carpet
Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on ﬂoor carpet and carpeted ﬂoor mats. For any soil, always try to remove it ﬁrst with plain water or club soda.
Page 418: Leather
Leather A soft cloth dampened with water can be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean leather.
Page 419: Wood Panels
Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean spots with just water and mild soap.
Page 420: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain. Dry the ﬁnish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle.
Page 421: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Page 422: Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels And Trim
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied.
Page 423: Tires
Tires To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle.
Page 424: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This is the legal identiﬁer for the vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side. It can be seen through the windshield from outside the vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certiﬁcation and Service Parts labels and the certiﬁcates of title and registration.
Page 425: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer/retailer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle’s warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 426: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of ﬁres caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 427 Mini-Fuses Usage A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch Antilock Braking System (ABS) Adaptive Forward Lighting System Mini-Fuses Usage AIRBAG IGN Airbag Switch All-Wheel Drive BCM 1 Body Control Module 1 5-121...
Page 428 Mini-Fuses BCM 2 Body Control Module 2 BCM 3 Body Control Module 3 BCM 4 Body Control Module 4 BCM 5 Body Control Module 5 SPARE Spare BCM 6, BCM 7 Body Control Module 6 and 7 DISPLY Display DRL RT Right Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps/Windshield DRL/WSW...
Page 429 Mini-Fuses Usage STR/WHL/ Steering Wheel Illumination ILLUM Transmission Control Module TCM BATT Battery MAN SPD Manual Speed Sensor SNSR Windshield Wiper ENG PUMP Engine Pump J-Case Fuses Usage ABS MTR ABS Motor BLWR Blower BRK VAC Brake Vacuum Pump PUMP FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 FAN 2...
Page 430: Underhood Fuse Block (Cts-V)
Relays PWR/TRN Powertrain REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger SPARE Spare STRTR Starter Windshield Wiper WPR HI Windshield Wiper High Speed WSW PUMP Windshield Washer Pump FOG LAMP Fog Lamps Right Daytime Running Lamp RT DRL (HID) (High Intensity Discharge) Circuit Breakers HEAD LAMP Headlamp Washer WASH...
Page 431 Mini-Fuses Usage A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch Antilock Braking System (ABS) Adaptive Forward Lighting System Mini-Fuses Usage AIRBAG IGN Airbag Switch S/ROOF Sunroof BCM 1 Body Control Module 1 5-125...
Page 432 Mini-Fuses BCM 2 Body Control Module 2 BCM 3 Body Control Module 3 BCM 4 Body Control Module 4 BCM 5 Body Control Module 5 SPARE Spare BCM 6, BCM 7 Body Control Module 6 and 7 DISPLY Display DRL RT Right Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps/Windshield DRL/WSW...
Page 433: Rear Compartment Fuse Block (Cts)
J-Case Fuses Usage FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger SPARE Spare Electric Park Brake MRTD MR Ride/Suspension Control STRTR Starter SPARE Spare WSW/HTR Windshield Washer Heater Relays Usage A/C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch CLTCH LO BEAM Low Beam...
Page 434 Relays FUEL/PUMP Fuel Pump Lock 5-128 Usage Relays LT/POS/LP REAR/FOG Usage Left Position Lamp Not Used...
Page 435 Relays Usage RT/POS/LP Right Position Lamp FUEL/DR/ Not Used RELSE STOP/LP Stoplamp TRUNK/RELSE Trunk Release UNLCK Unlock Mini-Fuses Usage AIRBAG Airbag System Ampliﬁer AUX/OUTLET Auxiliary Power Outlet CNSTR/VENT Canister Vent DR/LCK Door Lock Engine Control Module (ECM) Mini-Fuses Usage FUEL/PUMP Fuel Pump LT/POS/LP Left Position Lamp...
Page 436: Rear Compartment Fuse Block (Cts-V)
Mini-Fuses S/ROOF Sunroof SPARE Spare SPARE Spare STOP/LP Stoplamp THEFT/UGDO Theft Deterrent System, Universal Home Remote System TRUNK/RELSE Trunk Release Circuit Breakers LF FRT/ Left Front Power Seat PWR/SEAT PWR CLMN Power Steering Column 5-130 Usage Circuit Breakers PWR/WNDW RT FRT/ PWR/SEAT LT/REAR/ WNDW...
Page 437 Relays Usage FUEL/PUMP Fuel Pump Lock LT/POS/LP Left Position Lamp Relays Usage REAR/FOG Not Used RT/POS/LP Right Position Lamp 5-131...
Page 438 Relays FUEL/ Not Used DR/RELSE STOP/LP Stoplamp TRUNK/RELSE Trunk Release UNLCK Unlock Mini-Fuses AIRBAG Airbag System Ampliﬁer AUX/OUTLET Auxiliary Power Outlet CNSTR/VENT Canister Vent DR/LCK Door Lock Engine Control Module (ECM) FUEL/PUMP Fuel Pump LT/POS/LP Left Position Lamp Memory Seat Module ®...
Page 439: 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. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 3.6L V6 Engine (VIN Code 7) 3.6L V6 Engine (VIN Code V) 6.2L V8 Engine —...
Page 440 Application Transmission Fluid 6-Speed Automatic CTS 6-Speed Automatic CTS-V 6-Speed Manual CTS 6-Speed Manual CTS-V Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck ﬂuid level after ﬁlling. Engine 3.6L V6 Engine 3.6L V6 Engine...
Page 441 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-10 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-10 At Least Once a Month ...6-11 At Least Once a Year ...6-11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-14...
Page 442: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements the vehicle warranties. See the Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer/retailer for details. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and...
Page 443: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule 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 few times a week. Or you might drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 444: Scheduled Maintenance
When you go to your dealer/retailer for service, trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine parts. To purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-17. Owner Checks and Services on page 6-10 tells what should be checked, when to check it, and what can easily be done to help keep the vehicle in good condition.
Page 445 If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, service the vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since the last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-21 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system.
Page 446: 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. Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components.
Page 447 Additional Required Services (cont’d) Service and Miles (Kilometers) All-wheel-drive vehicles: Change transfer case ﬂuid (normal service). See footnote (q). CTS-V Only: Change hydraulic clutch ﬂuid. See footnote (o). CTS-V Only: Change rear axle ﬂuid (severe service only). See footnote (o). CTS-V Only: Change brake ﬂuid (severe service only).
Page 448: Maintenance Footnotes
Service and Miles (Kilometers) 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. See footnote (j). Maintenance Footnotes (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc.
Page 449 (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders. Lubricate all body door hinges. Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, rear compartment, console door, and any folding seat hardware. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Page 450: Engine Oil Level Check
(q) During any maintenance, if a power washer is used to clean mud and dirt from the underbody, care should be taken to not directly spray the transfer case output seals. High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case ﬂuid. Contaminated ﬂuid will decrease the life of the transfer case and should be replaced.
Page 451: At Least Once A Month
At Least Once a Month Tire Inspection and Inﬂation Check Inspect the vehicle’s tires for wear and make sure they are inﬂated to the correct pressures. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-72. At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly.
Page 452: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.
Page 453: Underbody Flushing Service
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission P (Park) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.
Page 454: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit If the vehicle has a Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit, check the sealant expiration date printed on the instruction label of the kit at least once a year. See your dealer/retailer for a replacement canister. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part...
Page 455 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Manual SAE 75W-90 GL5 Gear Oil Transmission (GM Part No. U.S. 88862475, (CTS) in Canada 88862476). Manual Manual Transmission Fluid Transmission (GM Part No. U.S. 88861800, (CTS-V) in Canada 88861801). ® Automatic DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Transmission Fluid. Transfer Case Transfer Case Fluid (All-Wheel...
Page 456: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 3.6L V6 Engine 6.2L V8 Engine Engine Oil Filter 3.6L V6 Engine 6.2L V8 Engine Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element Spark Plugs 3.6L V6 Engine 6.2L V8 Engine...
Page 457: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing CTS-V 6-17...
Page 458: 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 459 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading 6-19...
Page 460 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading 6-20...
Page 461: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...7-6 Customer Assistance Offices ...7-6 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ...7-7 Roadside Service ...7-8 Scheduling Service Appointments ...7-11 Courtesy Transportation ...7-11 Collision Damage Repair ...7-13 Customer Assistance Information Reporting Safety Defects ...7-16...
Page 462: Customer Assistance And Information
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by the dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 463 STEP THREE (U.S. Owners): Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you can ﬁle with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program to enforce your rights.
Page 464 STEP THREE (Canadian Owners): General Motors Participation in the Mediation/Arbitration Program In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after the following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two. General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge mediation/Arbitration program.
Page 465: Online Owner Center
— all in one convenient place. • Digital owner manual, warranty information, and more • Online service and maintenance records • Find Cadillac dealers for service nationwide • Exclusive privileges and offers • Recall notices for your speciﬁc vehicle • ®...
Page 466: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
(TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, the letter should be addressed to: United States — Customer Assistance Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O.
Page 467: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col.
Page 468: Roadside Service
Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiﬁcation. Cadillac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often,...
Page 469: Cadillac Owner Privileges
• Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven. Assistance is also given when the vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud, or snow.
Page 470: Services Not Included In Roadside Assistance
Cadillac Technician Roadside Service (U.S. only) Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner in the United States with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on-site service.
Page 471: Scheduling Service Appointments
Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer/retailer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer/retailer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related.
Page 472: Additional Program Information
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires warranty repairs, and public transportation is used instead of the dealer’s shuttle service, the expense must be supported by original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by GM for shuttle service. In addition, for U.S.
Page 473: Collision Damage Repair
Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualiﬁed technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions.
Page 474: Insuring Your Vehicle
Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts.
Page 475 • If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s name, the service’s name, and the phone number. • Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away.
Page 476: Reporting Safety Defects
Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts.
Page 477: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, please notify General Motors. Call 1-800-458-8006, or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169 In Canada, call 1-888-446-2000, or write:...
Page 478: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Current and Past Model Order Forms 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. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc.
Page 479: Event Data Recorders
Event Data Recorders This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.
Page 480: Onstar
® OnStar If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services, please refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for information on data collection ® and use. See also OnStar System on page 2-57 in this manual for more information. Navigation System If your vehicle has a navigation system, use of the system may result in the storage of destinations,...
Page 481 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 5-4 Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-22 Adaptive Forward Lighting System ... 3-19 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1-70 Additives, Fuel ... 5-7 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 5-119 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ... 5-25 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ... 3-36 Readiness Light ...
Page 482 Audio Systems Radio Reception ... 3-123 Theft-Deterrent Feature ... 3-121 Automatic Transmission Fluid ... 5-29 Operation ... 2-37 Backglass Antenna ... 3-124 Battery ... 5-47 Electric Power Management ... 3-21 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ... 3-19 Run-Down Protection ... 3-21 Belt Routing, Engine ...
Page 483 Chains, Tire ... 5-88 Charging System Light ... 3-37 Check Engine Lamp ... 3-42 Checking Things Under the Hood ... 5-12 Chemical Paint Spotting ... 5-117 Child Restraints Infants and Young Children ... 1-36 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ... 1-43 Older Children ...
Page 484 Covers Engine ... 5-23 Cruise Control ... 3-13 Cruise Control Light ... 3-47 Cupholders ... 2-65 Customer Assistance ... 7-6 Offices ... 7-6 Text Telephone (TTY) Users ... 7-6 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information ... 7-17 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ... 7-2 Damage Repair, Collision ...
Page 485 EDR ... 7-18 Electric Parking Brake ... 2-45 Electrical Equipment Add-On Equipment ... 5-119 Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers ... 5-120 Power Windows and Other Power Options ... 5-119 Rear Compartment Fuse Block ... 5-127, 5-130 Underhood Fuse Block ... 5-120, 5-124 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...
Page 486 Fog Lamp Light ... 3-47 Folding Rear Seat ... 1-13 Fuel ... 5-6 Additives ... 5-7 California Fuel ... 5-7 Economy Driving ... 4-2 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ... 5-12 Filling the Tank ... 5-9 Fuels in Foreign Countries ... 5-8 Gage ...
Page 487 Highway Hypnosis ... 4-16 Hill and Mountain Roads ... 4-17 Hood Checking Things Under ... 5-12 Release ... 5-13 Horn ... 3-6 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ... 1-19 Hydraulic Clutch ... 5-29 Ignition Positions ... 2-32, 2-33 Immobilizer ... 2-28 Immobilizer Operation ...
Page 488 LATCH System for Child Restraints ... 1-43 Light Airbag Readiness ... 3-35 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ... 3-39 Brake System Warning ... 3-38 Charging System ... 3-37 Cruise Control ... 3-47 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ... 3-40 Fog Lamp ... 3-47 Highbeam On ...
Page 489 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ... 6-14 Scheduled Maintenance ... 6-4 Using ... 6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ... 6-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ... 3-42 Manual Seats ... 1-4 Manual Transmission Fluid ... 5-29 Operation ... 2-42 Memory Seat, Mirrors, Steering Wheel Controls ...
Page 490 Paint, Damage ... 5-117 Parade Dimming ... 3-20 Park Shifting Into ... 2-48 Shifting Out of ... 2-49 Park Aid ... 2-54 Park Brake ... 2-44 Park Tilt Mirrors ... 2-54 Parking Assist ... 2-54 Over Things That Burn ... 2-51 Parking Your Vehicle ...
Page 491 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ... 6-14 Recreational Vehicle Towing ... 4-26 Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility ... 7-7 Remote, Keyless Access System ... 2-8 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ... 2-5 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation ... 2-6 Remote Vehicle Start ... 2-15 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ...
Page 492 Service ... 5-4 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ... 5-6 Doing Your Own Work ... 5-5 Engine Soon Lamp ... 3-42 Publications Ordering Information ... 7-17 Service, Scheduling Appointments ... 7-11 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1-69 Sheet Metal Damage ...
Page 493 Tire Sealant Storing ... 5-98 Tires ... 5-63 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, Cleaning ... 5-116 Buying New Tires ... 5-82 Chains ... 5-88 Changing a Flat Tire ... 5-100 Cleaning ... 5-117 Compact Spare Tire ... 5-108 Different Size ... 5-84 High-Speed Operation ...
Page 494 Vehicle Control ... 4-3 Loading ... 4-21 Parking Your ... 2-50 Running While Parked ... 2-52 Symbols ... iv Vehicle Customization, DIC ... 3-71 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ... 7-18 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ... 5-118 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ... 5-118 Vehicle, Remote Start ...

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Cadillac 2009 CTS Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint System

Front Seats

Head Restraints

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

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 and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

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

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