Cadillac BLS Owner's Manual
Cadillac BLS Owner's Manual

Cadillac BLS Owner's Manual

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460_OM_MY09.book Page 1 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM
© Copyright General Motors Corporation 2008
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Printed in Sweden
Owner's Manual
Cadillac BLS
Safety
Locks and car alarm
Instruments and controls
Interior equipment
Starting and driving 123
Car care 173
Technical data 235
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61
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Index 255

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  • Page 1 460_OM_MY09.book Page 1 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Owner’s Manual Cadillac BLS Safety Locks and car alarm Instruments and controls Interior equipment Starting and driving 123 Car care 173 Technical data 235 Index 255 © Copyright General Motors Corporation 2008...
  • Page 2 Cadillac. Since the policy at Cadillac is one of con- not followed. The specifications, design particulars and illus- tinual improvement, we retain the right to trations included in the manual are not binding.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 3 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instrument panel, LHD Fuel gauge___________________ Speedometer_________________ Temperature gauge ____________ Warning and indicator lights _____ Rev counter __________________ Settings _____________________ Milometer and trip meter ________ DIC ________________________ Direction indicators _______ Cruise control ___________ 144 Dip switch ______________ Changing wiper blades ____ Wash/wipe _____________...
  • Page 4: Front Fog Lights

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 4 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instrument panel, RHD Fuel gauge___________________ Speedometer_________________ Temperature gauge ____________ Settings _____________________ Warning and indicator lights _____ DIC ________________________ Rev counter __________________ Milometer and trip meter ________ Changing wiper blades ____ Wash/wipe _____________ Direction indicators _______ Washer fluid ____________ Cruise control ___________ 144...
  • Page 5 460_OM_MY09.book Page 5 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Exterior Maximum loads _______________ Bonnet ______________________ Mounting holes for roof carriers ___ Washing the engine bay_________ Roof load ____________________ Body __________________ 230 Touching up paintwork_____ 230 Anti-corrosion treatment ___ 231 Front lights _____________ Service programme_______ 232 Direction indicators _______ Sunroof ________________ 102...
  • Page 6 460_OM_MY09.book Page 6 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior Interior rear view mirror _________ Interior lighting: changing bulbs ___ Vanity mirror _________________ Interior light switches ___________ Door mirrors__________________ Sunroof _____________________ Airbag _________________ Airbag _________________ Steering wheel adjustment _ Child seats _____________ Seat belts ______________ Seat belt care ___________ Child safety locks ________...
  • Page 7 460_OM_MY09.book Page 7 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Engine bay, Engine: description ____________ Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ 182 Engine oil: topping up __________ Driving in hot climates __________ 162 turbo petrol engine Engine: technical data __________ Radiator_____________________ 238 Important considerations for Temperature gauge ____________ driving______________________ Vehicle identification...
  • Page 8 460_OM_MY09.book Page 8 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Engine bay, Engine: description ____________ Cooling system, coolant capacity__ Engine oil: topping up __________ Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ petrol engine V6 Engine: technical data __________ Driving in hot climates __________ Important considerations for Temperature gauge ____________ driving______________________ Power steering___________ 185...
  • Page 9 460_OM_MY09.book Page 9 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Engine bay, Engine: description ____________ Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ 182 diesel engine TiD 3 Engine oil: topping up __________ Driving in hot climates __________ 162 Engine: technical data __________ Radiator_____________________ 238 Important considerations for Temperature gauge ____________ driving______________________ Vehicle identification...
  • Page 10 460_OM_MY09.book Page 10 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Engine bay, Engine: description ____________ Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ 182 diesel engine, TTiD 3 Engine oil: topping up __________ Driving in hot climates __________ 162 Engine: technical data __________ Radiator_____________________ 238 Important considerations for Temperature gauge ____________ driving______________________ Vehicle identification...
  • Page 11: Warning Labels

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 11 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Warning labels Fuel-driven heater Switch off the parking heater before Radiator fan adding fuel. Radiator fan may start at any time. A/C system Refrigerant at high pressure. Do not loosen or remove the A/C system fittings before discharging the A/C system.
  • Page 12 • Only use the jack on a level and firm surface. • Do not crawl under a car raised by a jack; use axle stands. • There must no one inside the car. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop for Xenon bulb replacement 3.
  • Page 13 460_OM_MY09.book Page 13 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Example of symbols that can be found in your car No sparks, Windscreen Coolant flames or Buckle up Headlights Radiator fan wipers temperature smoking Refer to the Direction Windscreen No charge to Owner’s Airbag Fuel...
  • Page 14 460_OM_MY09.book Page 14 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM (This page has been left blank.)
  • Page 15: Safety

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 15 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Safety Seat belts _____________ Seats ________________ Head restraints ________ Child safety ___________ Airbag________________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
  • Page 16: Seat Belts

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 16 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Seat belts Three-point inertia reel seat belts are pro- vided for all seats. Research has established that it is equally WARNING as dangerous for rear seat passengers not to wear their seat belts as for front seat pas- •...
  • Page 17 460_OM_MY09.book Page 17 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Correct position for seat belt • Position the hip strap snugly and low across the hips so that it just touches the thighs. The diagonal strap must be as far WARNING in on the shoulder as possible.
  • Page 18 460_OM_MY09.book Page 18 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Buckling up Press the red button to release the belt Front belt guide Front seat belts Belt guide Position the diagonal strap as far in on the shoulder as possible. Fasten the belt by smoothly pulling out the The belt guide for the front seat belts can be Press the red button on the buckle to...
  • Page 19 We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop. Never make any alterations or repairs to the seat belts yourself. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop. The seat belts of the front seats have pre- Expectant mothers tensioners and force limiters.
  • Page 20 460_OM_MY09.book Page 20 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Seat belts, rear seat WARNING • Take care that the belt does not become trapped when the backrest is folded down or raised, see page 110. • If you must place an item of luggage on a seat, ensure that it is secured properly with the seat belt.
  • Page 21: Seats

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 21 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Seats We recommend that you adjust the driver’s seat in the following order: 1 Height WARNING 2 Legroom Only adjust the driver’s seat when the car 3 Backrest rake angle is stationary.
  • Page 22 460_OM_MY09.book Page 22 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Legroom adjustment Adjusting the backrest Lumbar support adjustment Lumbar support 3 Legroom adjustment Backrest rake angle Adjust the firmness of the lumbar support by turning the wheel. WARNING WARNING Check that the seat is locked in its new The backrest should be upright for position.
  • Page 23 460_OM_MY09.book Page 23 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Electrically adjustable front seats 3 WARNING • The seats are actuated by powerful motors. Make sure that nothing can be trapped or damaged when adjusting the seat. • Bear in mind that children can be injured if they play with the electrically adjustable seats.
  • Page 24 460_OM_MY09.book Page 24 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Adjusting the backrest Lumbar support adjustment Memory function buttons Lumbar support 3 Memory function 3 Backrest rake angle Adjust the firmness of the lumbar support by turning the wheel. WARNING WARNING The backrest should be upright for The legroom of the electrically operated...
  • Page 25 460_OM_MY09.book Page 25 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety When the ignition is ON, all seat settings can be adjusted. When the door is open and before the remote control has been inserted into the ignition switch, all seat settings can be adjusted for up to 20 minutes.
  • Page 26: Head Restraints

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 26 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Head restraints WARNING • Adjust the head restraint height so that your head is optimally supported, thus reducing the likelihood of whiplash injury in the event of an accident. • Raise the head restraint of the seats that are occupied.
  • Page 27: Child Safety

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 27 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Child safety WARNING WARNING WARNING • Never leave children unattended in Make sure children do not get locked the car, not even for a short period of in the luggage compartment •...
  • Page 28 The car seats available from authorised Children must use specially adapted safety Cadillac dealers are fitted using the car’s equipment. The equipment must be standard 3-point seat belt. adapted to the size of the child.
  • Page 29 460_OM_MY09.book Page 29 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Rear seat - fitting a child seat The underside anchorage straps of a rear- facing 3 child seat must be attached to the attachment points that are found under the driver and passenger seats (see illustra- tion).
  • Page 30 460_OM_MY09.book Page 30 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Cadillac recommends that child seats 3 be placed in the rear seat of the car. The various seats are approved as follows: Weight Front Outer rear Centre rear (age) passenger seat...
  • Page 31 460_OM_MY09.book Page 31 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Child seats 3, approved as per ECE R44.03 Weight (age) Height Up to 10 kg Child Seat (up to approx. with infant insert 9 months) Up to 13 kg Child Seat (up to approx.
  • Page 32 460_OM_MY09.book Page 32 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety ISOFIX To facilitate fitting a child seat, your car has ISOFIX attachment points. ISOFIX is a car industry standard for the fitting of child seats. There are ISOFIX attachment points in the outer rear seats.
  • Page 33 5 Tighten the tether so that the back of the sult your Cadillac dealer. child restraint is pressed hard against The car is provided with three top tether the backrest.
  • Page 34: Airbag

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 34 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Airbag Airbag system components Note: The sensor reacts differently depending • Airbag in steering wheel. on whether or not the front seat belts on the • Airbag in front of front passenger seat. driver’s and passenger sides are used.
  • Page 35 460_OM_MY09.book Page 35 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety If the impact sensors register forces corre- sponding to a high speed collision (airbag stage II activated), the inflatable curtains will also be triggered. See page 40. If a fault arises in the airbag system during a journey, the airbag warning lamp on the main instrument panel will come on and the DIC will display:...
  • Page 36 460_OM_MY09.book Page 36 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Airbag system Accessories and other equipment must not be fitted to the surfaces marked as 1 Steering wheel with integral airbag these are where the airbags inflate in the 2 Passenger airbag 3 Side airbags event of a collision 4 Inflatable curtain...
  • Page 37 We rec- ommend an authorised Cadillac work- • Fumes are generated by the chemical shop. If the airbag lamp is illuminated, reaction that inflates the airbag.
  • Page 38 460_OM_MY09.book Page 38 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety Operation of the steering wheel airbag in Front passenger seat • Keep your feet on the floor - never put a front-end collision The system is the same as that used on the feet up on the fascia, on the seat or out driver’s side.
  • Page 39: Side-Impact Protection

    • Damage or wear to the upholstery or seams of the seat in the area near the side airbag must be immediately recti- fied. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop.
  • Page 40 460_OM_MY09.book Page 40 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety • Do not position a sun visor or similar in the area that would be filled by the inflatable curtain. • Do not attach anything to the car’s headlining, roof pillars or side panels as this could prevent the side-impact protection from providing the intended protection.
  • Page 41 The car must be checked trical circuitry. immediately. We recommend that you • During any welding, both battery contact an authorised Cadillac workshop. cables must be disconnected and cov- See page 65. ered over. Prohibited seating position Servicing the airbag system •...
  • Page 42 What won’t trigger the airbag? the airbags are detonated, that the airbag Cadillac workshop. will make optimum contact with the occu- The airbag system will not be activated in all pant, i.e. square on from the front. If the front-end collisions.
  • Page 43 We recommend your skin as it can cause irritation. not remember the noise of the detonation - that you contact an authorised Cadillac In case of persistent irritation, consult a only the noise of the collision itself.
  • Page 44 460_OM_MY09.book Page 44 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Safety (This page has been left blank.)
  • Page 45: Locks And Car Alarm

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 45 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Locks and car alarm Locks and car alarm Doors ________________ Locks ________________ Car alarm 3 ___________ Opening the fuel filler flap manually 3_______ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
  • Page 46 If one is lost, a replacement should be manual as the remote control. obtained as soon as possible. We recom- mend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop. When a new remote control is programmed into the car, the lost one will be deprogrammed automatically.
  • Page 47 (option for cars without car alarm, we recommend that you • Warm the remote control in your contact an authorised Cadillac workshop), hands for a couple of minutes if it has see page 57. become very cold to prevent malfunc- tion.
  • Page 48 460_OM_MY09.book Page 48 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Locks and car alarm TSL locking 3 Locking/unlocking the car Remote unlocking (Theft Security Lock) Pressing the button once – unlocks all TSL locking means that the doors can doors, the fuel filler flap and the boot lid. WARNING only be unlocked with the remote control.
  • Page 49 460_OM_MY09.book Page 49 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Locks and car alarm Intermittent malfunctioning If remote unlocking should fail to work Equipment in the vicinity of the car that uses 1 Remove the traditional key from the the same frequency as the remote control remote control by pressing the emblem may cause interference to the remote con- on the reverse of the remote control.
  • Page 50: Switch On Driver's Door

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 50 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Locks and car alarm Locking a car with flat battery Boot lid The steering wheel lock requires sufficient The boot lid is unlocked along with the battery voltage to lock and unlock. If the car doors.
  • Page 51: Child Safety Locks

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 51 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Locks and car alarm • Locking the car with the remote control Child safety locks renders this switch inoperative. The rear doors are equipped with child • If you are inside the car and lock the car safety locks that are operated by means with the remote control, TSL will be acti- of a catch adjacent to the door lock.
  • Page 52 WARNING temperatures and good service life, we grammed. We recommend that you contact recommend the use of a Sony or Panasonic an authorised Cadillac workshop, see Keep the battery and other small compo- CR2032, 3V lithium battery. page 248. nents of the remote control out of reach of The battery should last for about 4 years of children.
  • Page 53 460_OM_MY09.book Page 53 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Locks and car alarm 3 Change the battery. Insert it in same way as the old battery, with the positive (+) side facing down. 4 Fit and press together the two halves of the remote control until you hear several clicks.
  • Page 54: Car Alarm

    WARNING Each time you remove the remote control from the ignition, the electronic starting Visit an authorised Cadillac workshop to Never leave a child or animal in the car. In interlock is activated, the LED double- have the problem checked and rectified.
  • Page 55: Signals When The Alarm Is Tripped

    The alarm is armed when all doors, the signals will be set off: Cadillac workshop. bonnet and the boot lid are closed and you • All direction indicators flash for 5 minutes. lock the car with the remote control.
  • Page 56: Tilt Sensor

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 56 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Locks and car alarm Movement sensor 3 Switching off the alarm if tripped If the alarm has been triggered (direction NOTICE The movement sensor monitors the cabin. indicators flashing and siren sounding) it The alarm will be triggered if a movement •...
  • Page 57 The alarm will be triggered if a window Cadillac workshop. The panic function is smashed and someone sticks in their 1 Select Settings using the steering makes it possible to trigger the alarm to arm to take something from the car.
  • Page 58 Some car alarm functions and indications can be reprogrammed. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop Tilt sensor The tilt sensor trips the alarm if the angle of the for details of the possibilities. See also page 248.
  • Page 59 Change of status of immobilizer Double-flashes for 3 s system, valid key inserted or Cadillac & Corvette Europe hereby declares that the original equipment used removed from ignition switch. in the remote control, door locks and alarm, as well as the decoding equip- ment of the immobilizer system, fulfils the basic requirements stipulated in R&TTE, Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council...
  • Page 60 Lift up the screws and press them out of their keys. The fuel filler flap can now be opened as usual. Contact a workshop to have the fault reme- died. We recommend that you contact a Cadillac workshop.
  • Page 61: Instruments And Controls

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 61 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Warning and indicator lights _______________ Instruments ___________ DIC (Driver Information Centre)______________ Switches _____________ Wipers and washers ____ Automatic climate control (ACC) 3 ______ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
  • Page 62: Warning And Indicator Lights

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 62 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Main instrument panel Warning and indicator lights The warnings and indications that can be shown depend on the engine variant and equipment level. ABS brakes warning light This warning light illuminates when a fault arises in the anti-lock brake system.
  • Page 63 We recommend engine and check the oil level. See that you contact an authorised Cadillac If the fault is not rectified, more serious page 180. faults may arise affecting driveability.
  • Page 64 The following message appears in DIC at to the nearest workshop to have the brake the same time: system checked. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop. Rear fog light indicator Brake fluid level low. The brake system provides Electronic This lamp indicates when the rear fog light Brakeforce Distribution (EBD).
  • Page 65 We Airbag malfunction. WARNING recommend that you contact an authorised Contact service. Cadillac workshop. Refer to Brake warning • Always apply the handbrake on light on page 64, ABS brakes warning parking. light on page 62 and TCS OFF or WARNING ®...
  • Page 66 460_OM_MY09.book Page 66 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls ® Cruise control indicator TCS or StabiliTrak light 3 indicator light 3 Fuel-low indicator light The light comes on when there is less than This light comes on when the system is approx.
  • Page 67 SPORT button or when the engine is pages 148/ 150. switched off. Have the system checked at a workshop. We recommend that you contact an author- ised Cadillac workshop. Indicator, glow plug See also Traction Control System (TCS) on (cars with diesel engine) ®...
  • Page 68 460_OM_MY09.book Page 68 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Automatic tyre pressure monitoring 3 The lamp illuminates if the tyre pressure in one or more tyres is too low or a fault has arisen in the tyre pressure system, see page 214.
  • Page 69: Instruments

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 69 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Instruments Speedometer Temperature gauge The speedometer displays the speed of the The temperature gauge shows the temper- car in miles per hour (mph). It receives infor- ature of the coolant. The needle should be Rev counter mation about vehicle speed from the ABS’s in the middle of the scale when the engine...
  • Page 70: Fuel Gauge

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 70 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls NOTICE WARNING If the needle goes into the red zone, Never remove the expansion tank filler despite these measures, stop the car in a cap completely while the engine is warm. suitable place and allow the engine to Slacken the cap carefully.
  • Page 71: Dic (Driver Information Centre)

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 71 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls DIC (Driver Information Milometer and trip meter The milometer displays the distance trav- Centre) elled in miles, and the trip meter in miles and tenths of miles. It lights when the car DIC displays various types of information: is unlocked or when the door is opened milometer, trip meter, warnings, indications,...
  • Page 72 460_OM_MY09.book Page 72 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Trip computer functions in DIC Outside temperature Dist Distance to destinations. Function can also be used as a trip meter WARNING WARNING Speed Ø Average speed Bear in mind that ice can develop on the Trip computer settings should be made SPD W Speed warning...
  • Page 73 460_OM_MY09.book Page 73 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Setting values Using DIST as a trip meter Resetting the trip computer 1 Select the function using the steering 1 Select Dist using the steering wheel 1 Press and hold the CLR button (approx. 3 seconds) until audible confirmation is wheel buttons, buttons,...
  • Page 74 460_OM_MY09.book Page 74 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Speed warning Calculating the arrival time Calculating the arrival time if a specified average speed is maintained This value is preset to 55 mph (90 km/h). (When will I arrive if I know how far I have to The value can be set to between drive?) (When will I arrive if I know how far I have...
  • Page 75: Settings

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 75 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Settings Park Assistance, page 155. Settings Parameters such as language and unit of Block Heater, page 253. measure are selected via this heading. 1 Select Settings using the steering MANUAL START Alarm Clock, page 76.
  • Page 76 The percentage refers, then, to the other service type. MAIN Main services are carried out at specific meter settings. This interval varies depending on market and engine variant. Contact a workshop for more information. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop.
  • Page 77 460_OM_MY09.book Page 77 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Resetting the service check Analogue clock INTERMEDIATE Reset the service check as follows: The analogue clock is set manually. It is not The intermediate service, on the linked to the clock in the radio display. 1 Turn the remote control to position.
  • Page 78: Switches

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 78 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Switches Lights off The car’s exterior lights are off. The headlights can be flashed. Position lights The position lights can be turned on irre- Light switches Dip switch spective of the position of the ignition switch.
  • Page 79: Headlight Levelling

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 79 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Follow-me-home lighting The "Follow-me-home" delay function allows the headlights to remain on dipped beam and the reversing lights to remain on for about 30 seconds after the driver’s door has been closed.
  • Page 80: Rear Fog Light

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 80 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Cars with Xenon headlights 3 The switch’s three settings are designed for the following loads: Cars with Xenon headlights have an auto- matic headlight levelling system 3. This Posi- Number of Load...
  • Page 81: Direction Indicators

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 81 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls WARNING In poor visibility, avoid following the tail lights of the vehicle in front. There is a risk of driving too close. If the vehicle brakes suddenly, you may be unable to avoid a collision and therefore risk injury to your- self and others.
  • Page 82: Hazard Warning Lights

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 82 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Warning triangle 3 Priority of audible information If two or more of these functions are active The warning triangle is stowed on the simultaneously, the most important function luggage compartment floor.
  • Page 83: Wipers And Washers

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 83 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Wipers and washers Washers Activate the washers by pulling the stalk Windscreen wipers switch towards the steering wheel. When the washers are operated, the wipers Position 1 is a spring-loaded position that will make 3, 4 or 5 sweeps, depending on will produce a single sweep of the wipers.
  • Page 84 460_OM_MY09.book Page 84 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Rain sensor 3 WARNING Turn the rain sensor off if the ignition is ON to avoid personal injury when clearing snow and ice from the windscreen. NOTICE Turn the rain sensor off before washing the car in an automatic car wash, to avoid Control for setting intermittent wiper delay.
  • Page 85 460_OM_MY09.book Page 85 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Adjusting sensitivity Explanation of sensor sensitivity. The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be HIGH adjusted in Settings. If you increase the sensitivity, the wipers will make one sweep The sensor is set to high sensitivity.
  • Page 86 460_OM_MY09.book Page 86 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Rear window wiper, Wagon The washer jet is not adjustable. Changing wiper blades, see page 188. To obtain: When the washer fluid level drops below 1 • a single sweep: move the control to posi- litre, the rear window washer is deactivated.
  • Page 87: Automatic Climate

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 87 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Automatic climate control (ACC) 3 The Automatic Climate Control system (ACC) maintains the desired temperature inside the car, regardless of the outside temperature and weather conditions. The system will achieve the desired temper- ature in the quickest possible way.
  • Page 88 460_OM_MY09.book Page 88 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls The system has seven sensors: • Outside air temperature sensor. • Cabin temperature sensor (above rear view mirror). • Sun sensor (mounted on top of the fascia). • Two blended air temperature sensors (located in the front floor vents).
  • Page 89 460_OM_MY09.book Page 89 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Temperature control Once the desired climate has been MAX heating (red indicator) achieved, the rear centre vents can be The MAX heating setting is obtained by The cabin is divided into two temperature closed to prevent warm air being distributed turning the temperature control to the first zones:...
  • Page 90: Seat Heating

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 90 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Functions The rear window and door mirror heating is controlled manually. Manual settings are not affected by the system’s automation. Deactivate the heating as soon as the rear window is Pressing AUTO will cancel all manual settings.
  • Page 91 460_OM_MY09.book Page 91 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Air distribution One press: When the defroster is chosen manu- Defroster and floor vents ally, all the windows (except the rear side windows, where the air flow is off) are demisted by: •...
  • Page 92 460_OM_MY09.book Page 92 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Initial settings in cold weather To start with, the system will automatically select the defroster set- ting, maximum heat and low fan speed. As the engine warms up, air will also be distributed through the floor vents and the fan speed will be increased.
  • Page 93 460_OM_MY09.book Page 93 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls Formation of ice and mist in Calibration Electric heating, extreme weather conditions front seats 3 The ACC system is calibrated automatically every 40th start (if the ignition has been off It is only in the most extreme conditions that The seat cushions and backrests of the front for more than 2 hours) or if the battery has...
  • Page 94 460_OM_MY09.book Page 94 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Instruments and controls (This page has been left blank)
  • Page 95: Interior Equipment

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 95 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Interior equipment Steering wheel adjustment __________ Electric windows_______ Rear view mirrors ______ Sunroof 3 ____________ Interior lighting ________ Can holder 3 __________ Ashtrays 3 ____________ Storage compartments__ Luggage compartment __ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
  • Page 96: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 96 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Steering wheel adjustment WARNING Only adjust the steering wheel while the car is stationary so that you are not dis- tracted from the traffic. The height and reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
  • Page 97: Electric Windows

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 97 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Electric windows WARNING Bear in mind the pinch hazard when closing the side windows. Risk of serious or fatal injuries! • Always remove the remote control from the ignition switch when leaving the car.
  • Page 98 460_OM_MY09.book Page 98 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Comfort closing 3 To close Deactivating the rear window switches WARNING WARNING in the driver’s door deactivates the window switches in the rear doors. Take care when closing a window to Make sure no one is so close to the car The illuminated switch will change colour ensure that no one gets caught.
  • Page 99 460_OM_MY09.book Page 99 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment If dirt, ice or similar create so much resist- Calibration is performed as follows: ance that the pinch protection engages in 1 Close the doors. the front electric windows (the window cannot be closed), the pinch protection can 2 The car must be running at idling speed.
  • Page 100: Rear View Mirrors

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 100 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Rear view mirrors Door mirrors To adjust The door mirrors are electrically adjustable and heated. The controls for adjusting the mirrors are on the driver’s door: 1 Select a door mirror with the upper button.
  • Page 101: Interior Rear View Mirror

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 101 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Interior rear view mirror with auto dimming 3 Press button 2 to activate auto dimming. The rear view mirror has two sensors: one forward-facing and one rear-facing sensor. The forward-facing sensor detects whether it is dark outside.
  • Page 102: Sunroof 3

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 102 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Sunroof 3 WARNING Bear in mind the pinch hazard when closing the electric sunroof. Risk of serious or fatal injuries! • Always remove the remote control from the ignition switch when you leave the car.
  • Page 103 460_OM_MY09.book Page 103 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Comfort opening 3 To close Ventilation position (rear edge of sunroof open) Comfort opening is the remote opening of windows and the sunroof 3. • To open – press the control up. WARNING Press and hold the unlocking button on the •...
  • Page 104 460_OM_MY09.book Page 104 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Pinch protection 3 WARNING Make sure nothing obstructs the sunroof when it is closed without pinch protection. The sunroof is equipped with pinch protec- tion. This is activated if something gets trapped when the sunroof is being closed.
  • Page 105: Interior Lighting

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 105 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Rear lighting 1 Interior lighting always off 1 Reading lights 2 Interior lighting controlled by the doors 2 Roof light 3 Interior lighting on continuously Interior lighting When the switch is in the mid-position (door- If a door is left open, the light switch is in activated), the interior lighting will come on: position 2 or 3 and the ignition is OFF, the...
  • Page 106: Can Holder 3

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 106 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Can holder 3 WARNING • The can holder should not be used to hold cups made of china or glass as these can cause personal injury in the event of a collision. •...
  • Page 107: Ashtrays 3

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 107 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Ashtrays 3 Open the rear ashtray by gently pulling its upper edge obliquely downwards. Remove the ashtray by opening it and then lifting it straight up. Refit the ashtray by sliding straight in.
  • Page 108: Glove Compartment

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 108 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Storage compartments WARNING The glove compartment must be closed while travelling. This particularly applies if the car has a passenger airbag. An open glove compartment door could cause per- sonal injury in the event of a collision.
  • Page 109 460_OM_MY09.book Page 109 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Open the glove compartment with the Sliding cover in glove compartment to Storage pocket on front edge of seat button on the left of the moulding. admit cold air .
  • Page 110: Luggage Compartment

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 110 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Luggage compartment Folding down the rear seat backrest, Sedan WARNING • Never driver the car if the backrest is not correctly locked into position as this increases the risk of personal injury in the event of heavy braking or a collision.
  • Page 111: Load-Through Hatch

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 111 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment For greater flexibility, the rear seat is split so that the narrow and the wide part can be folded down separately. Next to the hinges in the luggage compartment are handles for unlocking the rear seat backrests.
  • Page 112: Lighting

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 112 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Luggage compartment lighting WARNING The luggage compartment lighting comes on when the compartment is opened and goes out when it is closed. • Always secure the load firmly, for example using the middle seat belt.
  • Page 113: Spare Wheel

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 113 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Emergency opening the narrow Securing loads section of the backrest, Sedan The narrow section of the backrest can be WARNING opened in an emergency if the car is without electricity (not possible to open boot lid) and •...
  • Page 114 460_OM_MY09.book Page 114 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Cargo net 3 • If possible, avoid having the rear seat folded down when driving with a heavy load, because the anchoring possibili- WARNING ties are restricted when the rear seat is in this position.
  • Page 115 460_OM_MY09.book Page 115 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Tipping the rear seat down, Wagon WARNING • Never driver the car if the backrest is not correctly locked into position as this increases the risk of personal injury in the event of heavy braking or a collision.
  • Page 116 460_OM_MY09.book Page 116 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Luggage compartment lighting On the two side trims is a light that is switched on and off when the WARNING luggage compartment is opened and closed. • Lay heavy bags on the floor. Place smaller and lighter bags If the luggage compartment is left open, the lighting will be switched on top.
  • Page 117 460_OM_MY09.book Page 117 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Load-through hatch, Wagon WARNING • Always secure the load firmly, for example using the middle seat belt. This reduces the danger of personal injury resulting from the displacement of the load on hard braking or in the event of a collision.
  • Page 118 460_OM_MY09.book Page 118 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Load anchoring • Provide protection on sharp edges to prevent damage to the anchoring straps. WARNING • Never use the elastic floor net 3 and • Put heavy loads as low down and as elastic side net 3 when the rear seat is far forward as possible in the luggage folded down.
  • Page 119 460_OM_MY09.book Page 119 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Cargo net 3 Cargo net, vertical, Wagon WARNING Fit the net behind the rear seat backrest. WARNING 1 Remove the rear cover panels in the • Match the speed and driving style roof.
  • Page 120 460_OM_MY09.book Page 120 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Attaching the cargo net to the roof Cargo net fitted in front anchorage eye Storing the cargo net Storage When the cargo net is not in use it should be stored in the bag supplied.
  • Page 121 460_OM_MY09.book Page 121 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Cargo net, floor mounted, Wagon 1 Fold up the floor. Position the edges of the floor in the slots in the side pieces. 2 Fit the bag/carrier on the lower floor and secure the net’s hooks in the folded-up floor.
  • Page 122 460_OM_MY09.book Page 122 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Interior equipment Cargo guard 3, Wagon NOTICE Do not place any objects on the extended cargo guard. It is designed to shield against view and not for storage. To fit 1 1 Hold the cartridge so that the extend- ible part faces backward.
  • Page 123: Starting And Driving

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 123 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Starting and driving Parking aid system 3 ___ Ignition switch ________ Steering wheel lock ____ Economical motoring ___ Starting the engine ____ Driving in cold climates _ Important considerations Driving in hot climates __ for driving __________ Towing a caravan or...
  • Page 124: Ignition Switch

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 124 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Ignition switch In cars with automatic transmission, the remote control can only be removed when the selector lever is in position P. WARNING Position 1 Position 2 • Always remove the remote control The position lights, hazard warning lights Parts of the electrical system are operative.
  • Page 125 460_OM_MY09.book Page 125 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Position 3 Position 4 The entire electrical system is operative. Do The starter motor cranks (automatic trans- not leave the remote control in this posi- mission: selector lever must be in P or N) tion when the engine is not running.
  • Page 126: Steering Wheel Lock

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 126 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Steering wheel lock If there is a fault that may affect the function Starting the engine of the steering wheel lock, the following message will be displayed on the DIC: The steering wheel lock is electronic and is WARNING engaged when the remote control is with-...
  • Page 127: Useful Tips On Starting

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 127 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Starting the engine Cars with automatic transmission Useful tips on starting 1 The selector lever must be in the P or Avoid racing the engine or loading it heavily Petrol engine N position.
  • Page 128 460_OM_MY09.book Page 128 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Cars with diesel engine 3 Petrol engine designed for E85 3 Starting in cold climates (diesel engines) At very low temperatures, you may need to If the car is to be used in a cold climate for When the temperature is about 0 °C or run the starter motor for up to 60 seconds.
  • Page 129: Important Considerations For Driving

    • If the engine sounds strange there is a when it is idling. malfunction. We recommend that you 3 Boost pressure regulation. contact an authorised Cadillac work- Cars with turbo petrol engine shop. • The system is optimised for RON 95, 1 Starting and driving.
  • Page 130 We recommend that you contact an "Engine malfunction (CHECK authorised Cadillac workshop. To ensure that the catalytic converter con- ENGINE)" indicator illuminates in the main tinues to function properly, and also to avoid...
  • Page 131 • Never park the car in dry grass or on other catalytic converter. We recommend that combustible material. The catalytic con- you contact an authorised Cadillac work- verter gets very hot and could therefore shop for advice. start a fire.
  • Page 132 During town driving for example, the engine car and cause damage. may seem sluggish during acceleration which is preceded by engine braking. This • Use a genuine Cadillac exhaust is least noticeable during highway driving. system, which is designed to with- stand the temperature increase that...
  • Page 133: Refuelling

    Only use fuel grades from a well-known oil For optimum performance we recommend: company. • RON 95 for 4-cyl. petrol engines. All Cadillac petrol engines can be driven WARNING • RON 98 for 2.8 V6. on petrol with an octane rating between 91 RON and 98 RON (RON = Research •...
  • Page 134 460_OM_MY09.book Page 134 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Cars adapted to run on E85 • When the engine is cold and the propor- (85% ethanol) tion of E85 in the fuel tank is large NOTICE (above 50%) engine torque is limited in The fuel tank holds 61 litres.
  • Page 135 460_OM_MY09.book Page 135 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Cars with diesel engine 3 Refuelling Only use diesel fuel intended for vehicle use. Diesel engines must be run on diesel WARNING fuel that fulfils the EN590 European standard.
  • Page 136 We recommend that you contact Do not run the starter motor for an unnec- standing in the car, in the luggage an authorised Cadillac workshop. essarily long time if there is no fuel in the compartment or any other surface tank.
  • Page 137: Running-In

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 137 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Running-in Manual gearbox Pistons, bores and bearings need time to When changing gear, fully depress the bed in, to obtain uniform, wear-resistant sur- clutch pedal and then release it smoothly. It faces.
  • Page 138: Automatic Transmission

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 138 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Automatic transmission 3 WARNING Indication of gear position on main instrument panel • Depress the brake pedal when shifting the selector lever from P or N. Park Brake Shift Lock •...
  • Page 139 460_OM_MY09.book Page 139 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Adaptive gear change patterns Thermal transmission protection of the gearbox The adaptive gear change pattern function adapts gear changing to the prevailing If the temperature of the transmission fluid driving conditions.
  • Page 140 460_OM_MY09.book Page 140 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Lock-up Driving with a heavy load on hilly Descending hills roads The transmission’s torque converter has a If the speed of the car increases while so-called lock-up function. This means that descending a steep hill, despite the acceler- The transmission fluid can overheat when in gear, the torque converter is locked in,...
  • Page 141 Check fuse 6 in the engine bay electrical centre. If the fuse is whole the battery may be flat. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop to have the problem checked and rectified.
  • Page 142 460_OM_MY09.book Page 142 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Selector positions You must press the brake pedal to move the selector lever from the neutral position (N). The selector lever is locked and the transmission In neutral, the transmission is disengaged from the is mechanically blocked.
  • Page 143 460_OM_MY09.book Page 143 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Sentronic, manual gear selection Move the selector lever to the manual position (M) (to the left position D) to select gear manually. Select a higher gear by pressing the selector lever forward or a lower gear by pulling it back.
  • Page 144: Cruise Control 3

    Error messages If a fault occurs in the system, a fault (Cruise Control system) message is shown in DIC. We recommend contacting an authorised Cadillac WARNING workshop. Do not use the cruise control system in wet or icy conditions, in dense traffic or on winding roads.
  • Page 145 460_OM_MY09.book Page 145 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving To set the speed Temporary increase in speed Accelerate, without shifting down (manual 1 Slide the switch to ON. gearbox), to exceed the set speed such as 2 Jog the control to SET/+ or SET/– when for overtaking.
  • Page 146: Braking

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 146 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Braking ABS brakes WARNING It is good practice to try your brakes period- WARNING ically while driving. This is particularly The brake pressure required when the important when driving in heavy rain, on engine is off, such as when the car is on No ABS system can set aside the laws of roads with a lot of surface water, in snow or...
  • Page 147 460_OM_MY09.book Page 147 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving The brake system provides Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD). This distrib- utes the brake pressure between the front and rear wheels, in such a way as to achieve optimum braking performance irrespective of the car’s speed or load.
  • Page 148: All-Wheel Drive (Awd) 3

    5% to the rear wheels. for information. We recommend that you The torque is distributed steplessly and contact an authorised Cadillac work- How the system works instantaneously between the front and rear shop. wheels, depending on the driving condi- The Traction Control System (TCS) is tions.
  • Page 149 460_OM_MY09.book Page 149 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving so low that a lot of wheelspin can occur rap- TCS indicator Turning the TCS off temporarily idly: When the remote control is turned to posi- The TCS is switched on automatically when •...
  • Page 150: Stabilitrak

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 150 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving ® StabiliTrak wheel speed, yaw angle rate, lateral accel- eration, steering wheel angle and brake pressure. Signals from these sensors are Anti-skid system used to calculate the course of the vehicle, the driver’s intentions and whether the WARNING ®...
  • Page 151 Contact service. ®® when theStabiliTrak system is operative. NOTICE Chassis modifications, such as change of wheels, bumper or suspension, could ® affect the function of the StabiliTrak system. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop before replacing chassis components.
  • Page 152: Handbrake

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 152 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Handbrake If conditions allow, it is best if the brake pedal is not depressed, or only depressed as little as necessary so as to stop the car WARNING rolling, when the handbrake is applied.
  • Page 153: Parking

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 153 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Parking Parking on a hill NOTICE When parking on a steep hill, turn the front wheels so that they will be blocked by the WARNING Empty the car yourself and bear in mind: kerb if the car should move.
  • Page 154: Starting And Driving

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 154 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Laying the car up If the car is not going to be used for some time, e.g. three to four months, the following steps are recommended: • Drain the washer fluid reservoir and hoses.
  • Page 155: Parking Aid System 3

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 155 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Parking aid system 3 WARNING Responsibility always lies with the driver when reversing. • The parking aid system can facilitate parking and reversing. • Bear in mind that small objects, such as a child lying on the ground, and/or narrow objects e.g.
  • Page 156 460_OM_MY09.book Page 156 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving When the sensors detect an object within Reversing alongside a wall You can temporarily deactivate the parking the monitored area, pulses of sound (- - - - - aid system as follows: If the distance between an object and a ) will be heard.
  • Page 157 460_OM_MY09.book Page 157 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving The system can be switched off in Settings. Explanation of ON and OFF. 1 Select Settings using the steering wheel buttons, The parking aid system is activated 2 Hold the SET button depressed until a automatically when reverse is chime sounds.
  • Page 158: Economical Motoring

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 158 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Economical motoring How to read the diagram (the following example relates to petrol-engined cars): If fuel consumption with the engine at normal Factors affecting fuel temperature is 28 mpg (10 l/100 km), the consumption actual fuel consumption 3 miles (5 km) after the engine has started from cold will be:...
  • Page 159 Under- pressure increases fuel consumption. • Check the fuel consumption regularly. Increased fuel consumption can indicate that something is wrong and that the car needs to be checked at a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop.
  • Page 160: Driving In Cold Climates

    Cadillac workshop. • For how to check the level of antifreeze in fuel filter and starve the engine of fuel. the engine coolant, see page 182.
  • Page 161 We recommend that you contact an author- has a manual gearbox, the best response is wheel arch liner at full lock. ised Cadillac workshop regarding approved to freewheel, which means declutching so snow chains. • Refer to the "Technical data" section...
  • Page 162: Driving In Hot Climates

    3 Have the car’s cooling system checked the temperature gauge falls, wait until a at a workshop. We recommend that you normal temperature is shown (about in contact an authorised Cadillac work- Always check the coolant level before the middle of the scale) before switching shop.
  • Page 163: Towing A Caravan Or Trailer

    (front) wheels will be weight. Your authorised Cadillac If the car has a 13-pin Cadillac genuine elec- so low that the wheels can start to spin workshop has information on how the trical socket then it is possible to supply a and prevent further progress.
  • Page 164 460_OM_MY09.book Page 164 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Recommendations for cars with • If the caravan or trailer has additional automatic transmission electrical equipment, besides the standard exterior lighting (e.g. interior The following driving time limits are based lighting, a fan or a charger for a sepa- on the capacity of the cooling system in hot rate battery) and it is connected to the...
  • Page 165 460_OM_MY09.book Page 165 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving The following message will be displayed on Recommendations for cars with the DIC if the transmission fluid becomes manual gearbox too hot: Rises in coolant temperature are indicated by the temperature gauge in the main instru- Gearbox too hot.
  • Page 166: Driving With A Roof Load

    See also page 210 and 245. mend that you contact an authorised Do not drive through puddles or water Cadillac dealer. Always fasten roof loads • The braking distance of a loaded car is deeper than 20 cm and do not drive faster securely.
  • Page 167: Towing

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 167 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Towing Front towing eye WARNING WARNING • Make sure that the towing eye is • Remember that the brake servo does screwed in tightly. It has a left-hand not operate when the engine is off.
  • Page 168: Towing The Car

    • Do not tow the car backwards. • Release the handbrake if the car is to be towed on its rear wheels. Cadillac BLS AWD with automatic trans- mission: Cadillac BLS AWD with manual gearbox: If the car is towed with all four wheels on...
  • Page 169: Vehicle Recovery

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 169 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Set the selector lever in the N position. Vehicle recovery Switch on the position light. If the car has to be transported on a The national regulations on towing recovery vehicle or similar, it must be speeds must be followed.
  • Page 170: Jump Starting

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 170 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Driving with the Jump starting compact spare wheel WARNING See page 216. • When working on the battery, highly Tyre repair kit 3 explosive gas can build up. A spark could ignite this gas that collects On certain markets, the spare wheel has around the battery.
  • Page 171 460_OM_MY09.book Page 171 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Starting and driving Charging the battery 3/jump 1 Switch off the ignition and all current- consuming devices (lighting, rear starting window heating, etc.). To avoid damaging the car’s electrical 2 Switch off the donor car’s engine. system and electronics, the following rules must be followed when charging the battery 3 Start by connecting the positive (+) ter-...
  • Page 172: Before Long Journeys

    Starting and driving Before long journeys • Check the battery charge. • Check the tread and pressure of all tyres, Cadillac has a brochure containing the including the spare wheel. Refer to address of authorised Cadillac servicing page 245 for tyre pressures.
  • Page 173: Car Care

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 173 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Car care Bonnet ______________ Fuses ________________ Engine ______________ Wheels _______________ Turbo petrol engine, Spare wheel ___________ 4-cyl _______________ Changing wheels ______ Diesel engine 3 _______ Seatbelts _____________ Engine oil ____________ Upholstery ____________ Air filter______________ Textile carpeting _______...
  • Page 174: Bonnet

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 174 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Bonnet The bonnet lock handle is located under the fascia on the driver’s side. Open the bonnet as follows: 1 Pull the release handle. 2 The bonnet opens to the half-locked position, being arrested by a catch at the front edge.
  • Page 175: Engine

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 175 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Turbo petrol engine, V6 3 Diesel engine 3 Engine The V6 engine is a turbo charged V6 The diesel engine is a transverse, four- Turbo petrol engine, 4-cyl engine. The engine block and cylinder head cylinder, in-line engine.
  • Page 176: Turbo Petrol Engine, 4-Cyl

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 176 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Turbo petrol engine, 4-cyl 1 Oil filler cap 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Brake and clutch fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Fuses 6 Washer fluid reservoir 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Engine oil dipstick...
  • Page 177 460_OM_MY09.book Page 177 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Turbo petrol engine, V6 3 1 Power steering fluid reservoir 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Brake and clutch fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Fuses 6 Washer fluid reservoir 7 Oil filler cap 8 Engine oil dipstick...
  • Page 178: Diesel Engine

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 178 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Diesel engine, TiD 3 1 Oil filler cap 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Brake and clutch fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Fuses 6 Washer fluid reservoir 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Engine oil dipstick...
  • Page 179 460_OM_MY09.book Page 179 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Diesel engine, TTiD 3 1 Oil filler cap 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Brake and clutch fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Fuses 6 Washer fluid reservoir 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Engine oil dipstick...
  • Page 180: Engine Oil

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 180 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Engine oil 2.0 Turbo (210 hp): When the engine is started, the engine oil level is checked. If the level is too low, the Checking the engine oil following message appears on the DIC: Check the engine oil level regularly.
  • Page 181: Air Filter

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 181 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Air filter WARNING To ensure reliable operation, only use an air filter recommended by Cadillac when changing. We recommend that you con- tact an authorised Cadillac workshop. Transmission fluid Manual gearbox...
  • Page 182: Coolant

    Coolants of a different brand could damage the engine or cooling system. We therefore recommend strict use of coolants that have been approved by Cadillac. If the expansion tank is empty when coolant is added, run the engine until warm so that the thermostat opens.
  • Page 183 COLD mark. illustration). Top up with a mixture of equal parts of Cadillac-approved concentrated coolant and clean water. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop.
  • Page 184: Brake/Clutch Fluid And Braking Lining

    The brake and clutch fluid reservoir is trans- workshop. We recommend that you con- parent to facilitate checking of the fluid level. tact an authorised Cadillac workshop. The fluid level should lie between the MAX and MIN marks. Brake fluid reservoir...
  • Page 185: Power Steering

    We recom- the level may be higher. mend that you contact an authorised Top up with "CHF 11S power steering fluid" Cadillac workshop. or "CHF 202". Power steering fluid reservoir, turbo petrol engine, V6.
  • Page 186: Battery

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 186 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Battery NOTICE WARNING A discharged battery can freeze and frac- ture. Batteries should therefore always be stored away from sub-zero temperatures. • When working on the battery, highly explosive gas can build up. A spark could ignite this gas that collects The battery is maintenance-free.
  • Page 187 460_OM_MY09.book Page 187 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Check the drive belt, see page 188. If the belt is damaged, the engine may overheat, the battery may not be charged, the A/C compressor may not work and power assist- ance for the steering (diesel-engined cars) may be lost.
  • Page 188: Drive Belt

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 188 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Drive belt A slipping or broken poly-V-belt can result Wipers and washers Wiper blades • insufficient engine cooling (diesel- WARNING engined cars) Check and clean all wiper blades regularly. •...
  • Page 189: Washer Fluid

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 189 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Washer fluid reservoir Windscreen Rear window, Wagon 1 Press the two catches together. 1 Detach the blade from the arm by press- Washers ing the blade’s mounting from under- 2 Hold the wiper arm and move the wiper neath.
  • Page 190: Changing Bulbs

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 190 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Headlight washers are only available in cer- Changing bulbs tain markets/variants. Fill with a mixture of washer fluid and water WARNING as recommended by the table on the pack- aging to reduce the risk of freezing and to ensure effective cleaning, see also Switch off the engine before changing a...
  • Page 191 460_OM_MY09.book Page 191 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Auto checking of lights If a brake light bulb fails Wrong bulb fitted Sedan: If a brake light bulb fails, for reasons If a dipped or main beam bulb of too high a The outer bulbs are monitoring by the car’s of safety the adjacent tail light will serve as rating is fitted, a bulb failure message will be...
  • Page 192 We recommend that you con- If the system malfunctions, the following tact an authorised Cadillac workshop. message will appear on the DIC: Xenon headlights produce roughly twice as Headlight levelling much light as halogen bulbs and have a sig- malfunction.
  • Page 193 460_OM_MY09.book Page 193 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Removing the entire lamp fitting The entire lamp fitting must be removed before the bulbs of the position lights, direction indicators, dipped beam (hal- ogen) and main beam can be replaced. 1 Remove the upper screw (1).
  • Page 194 460_OM_MY09.book Page 194 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care 2 Guide the hole in the lamp fitting over the Installing the entire lamp fitting guide pin in the fitting retainer and the 1 Plug in the connector. tongue into the recess in the lamp fitting. Then slide the lamp fitting straight back until the tongue and the upper bracket engage.
  • Page 195 460_OM_MY09.book Page 195 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Dipped beam bulb Main beam bulb Dipped beam (halogen) and main beam NOTICE 1 Remove the entire lamp fitting from the body before bulb Do not fit bulbs with a higher rating than 55 W as this could replacement.
  • Page 196 460_OM_MY09.book Page 196 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Position light bulb Direction indicator bulb Position light and front direction Side-mounted direction indicator indicator 1 Slide the lamp fitting forward so that its rear end can be pulled out. 1 Remove the entire lamp fitting from the body before bulb replacement.
  • Page 197 460_OM_MY09.book Page 197 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care 1 Undo one screw in the wheel housing. Lower the air shield. 2 Remove the protective cover. Release the two spring clips securing the bulb. 3 Unplug the connector. 4 Change the bulb.
  • Page 198: Tail Lights

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 198 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Brake lights, tail lights and direction indicators Sedan: If a brake light bulb fails, for reasons of safety the adjacent tail light will serve as a brake light. Replace the defective bulb as soon as possible.
  • Page 199 460_OM_MY09.book Page 199 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Changing bulbs Reversing lights and rear fog Roof lighting, front 1 Twist the bulb holder anticlockwise and light, Wagon take it out. 1 Pull down the rear edge of the lens. 2 Fit the new bulb.
  • Page 200 460_OM_MY09.book Page 200 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Glove compartment lighting 3 Dome light, rear Number plate lighting 1 Remove the entire overhead panel: 1 Undo the two screws and remove the 1 Release one edge of the lamp fitting ease out the trailing end first, and then lens.
  • Page 201 460_OM_MY09.book Page 201 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Luggage compartment lighting, Luggage compartment lighting, Luggage compartment lighting, Sedan Wagon (in tailgate), Wagon The lamp fitting is located under the parcel 1 Pull the lamp housing forward and lift it 1 On one short side of the bulb holder shelf.
  • Page 202 Other bulbs If any other bulbs need changing, we recommend that you visit a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop. Courtesy/footwell lighting 3 1 Release one edge of the lamp fitting using a screwdriver. 2 Fit the new bulb.
  • Page 203 460_OM_MY09.book Page 203 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Bulb table No. Designation Wattage Headlight Front fog lights 3 P21W Reversing light, brake light, tail light, rear direction indicator PR21W Rear fog light (red) PY21W Front direction indicator R10W Rear dome lighting, courtesy lighting 3, glove compartment...
  • Page 204: Fuses

    Sound fuse/Blown fuse • We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop before modifying or connecting any electrical equipment. Incorrect installation could damage the electrical system. To check if a fuse has blown, first remove it from the panel.
  • Page 205 Electrical centre in end of fascia in the electrical system. Have the car checked at a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac A special tool for removing fuses is provided workshop. on the hatch on the left-hand end of the fascia.
  • Page 206 460_OM_MY09.book Page 206 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Interior lighting incl. glove compartment lighting Accessories ® ® Amplifier 2 Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound System 3 Control module in driver’s door 7.5 Road toll 3 7.5 Manual climate control; fan, parking heater 3 7.5 Manual headlight levelling switch 3 7.5 Handsfree 3;...
  • Page 207 460_OM_MY09.book Page 207 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Left-hand brake light; rear right direction indicator; right tail light; right reversing light; high-mounted brake light; trailer lights Rear wiper 3 Seat heating, left seat 3 Seat heating, right seat 3 7.5 Auto dimming rear view mirror 3;...
  • Page 208: Relays

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 208 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care A/C compressor, diesel Washer fluid pump 3, headlights Front right position light; front right direction indicator; left and right side direction indicator; right main beam; left dipped beam; front left fog light Windscreen wiper motor, low speed Windscreen wiper motor, high speed Parking heater 3;...
  • Page 209 460_OM_MY09.book Page 209 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Relays R 1 Washer fluid pump, windscreen R 2 A/C compressor, diesel R 3 - R 4 Fuel filter, diesel (preheating) R 5 Extra lights R 6 Horn R 7 Engine control module, diesel; injection, diesel R 8 Starter motor R 9 Windscreen wipers ON/OFF R10 Washer fluid pump, rear window 3...
  • Page 210: Wheels

    Check the tyre pressure at least once a that are too low can: Wheel/tyre combinations that are not month and before long journeys. Under- approved by Cadillac can negatively affect inflation can result in: • be damaged in potholes, etc. the car’s directional stability, steering and •...
  • Page 211: Shifting The Wheels

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 211 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Note: Low tyre pressure also causes pre- Shifting the wheels Tyre markings mature tyre wear and increased fuel con- Tyre marking 215/55 R16 93V means: sumption. WARNING Tyre pressure should match the current 215 Tyre section width, mm load and speed of the car, see page 245.
  • Page 212 460_OM_MY09.book Page 212 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Tyre date code Tyres’ direction of rotation Tyres should be considered as perishable Direction of rotation is important for most goods. As they age, they become progres- types of tyre. These tyres have a marking on sively harder, resulting in deteriorating road the sidewall.
  • Page 213 460_OM_MY09.book Page 213 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Automatic tyre pressure monitoring 3 NOTICE Tyre replacement must take place with great care to avoid damaging the sensors WARNING that are built together with the valves. • Remove the rear side first. The system is an aid to the driver.
  • Page 214 460_OM_MY09.book Page 214 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care If the tyre pressure continues to decrease Check/adjust the pressure in the other tyres then an alarm is shown on the DIC when the when a fault message is shown. pressure has decreased below the lowest Note that tyre pressure can decrease permitted pressure which is 1.6 bar...
  • Page 215 460_OM_MY09.book Page 215 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Malfunctions Tyre pressure system failure. Contact service. The above message is shown on the DIC if: • a wheel without pressure sensor has been fitted (e.g. spare wheel) • one, two or three pressure sensors are broken or missing •...
  • Page 216: Spare Wheel

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 216 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Spare wheel WARNING The spare wheel or punctured wheel must be stowed under the luggage com- partment floor, and secured in place with the retaining nut. Compact spare The compact spare wheel may only be used when one of the car’s normal tyres has punctured.
  • Page 217 460_OM_MY09.book Page 217 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Driving with the compact spare wheel The following should be observed when the compact spare wheel is used: • Do not drive further than necessary with the compact spare fitted - the maximum life of the wheel is approx.
  • Page 218 460_OM_MY09.book Page 218 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Warning triangle 3 Important considerations when driving with a compact spare wheel: Stow the warning triangle far in on the right- • The car’s ground clearance is reduced. hand side of the luggage compartment. If the luggage compartment if full, it is eas- •...
  • Page 219: Changing Wheels

    • Do not use the jack on a car other than • Never crawl under a car that is only your Cadillac. supported by the jack. Always use • Grit, salt and rust can clog the inner axle stands.
  • Page 220 460_OM_MY09.book Page 220 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care When the car has to be lifted, the jack must be positioned at one of the four jacking points (front or rear) under the sill members. If a trolley jack is used, the jack’s lifting plate must be positioned under one of the illus- trated jacking points.
  • Page 221 460_OM_MY09.book Page 221 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Jacking points for a trolley jack Plastic covers and removal tool Clean any rust or dirt from the contact sur- faces between the wheel and brake disc 3 Wind the jack up to a suitable height 4 Wind the jack to raise the wheel clear of 5 Clean any rust or dirt from the contact before placing it under the jacking point.
  • Page 222 Light-alloy wheels: 110 Nm. toolkit. Cadillac workshop. Steel wheels: 110 Nm. Driving with snow chains 3, 8 Retighten the wheel bolts after twenty or see page 161 so miles.
  • Page 223 We recommend that you contact an when the tyre is repaired. There is other- The sealant canister can only be used once. authorised Cadillac workshop. The seal- wise a risk of personal injury. Replace a used canister at a workshop. We...
  • Page 224 460_OM_MY09.book Page 224 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care 1 Allow the engine to idle. 3 Remove the electric cable and the air 4 Connect the air hose from the com- hose from the compartment on the pressor to the connection on the 2 Remove the repair kit from the luggage bottom of the compressor.
  • Page 225 460_OM_MY09.book Page 225 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care 7 Connect the air hose from the canister to 10 Start the compressor. 13 The tyre should be inflated to the recom- the valve on the wheel. mended pressure within 10 minutes. 11 While the canister of sealant empties Switch off the compressor once the 8 The switch on the compressor must be...
  • Page 226 460_OM_MY09.book Page 226 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care 14 Assemble the repair kit and return it to its 19 Stop after approximately 6 miles designated place in the luggage com- (10 km) or 10 minutes (whichever partment. occurs first) and check the tyre pres- sure.
  • Page 227: Seatbelts

    The same can occur if the car has workshop. We recommend that you con- not been moved for a long time. tact an authorised Cadillac workshop. There must be no frayed threads on the belt strap. Flat spots can give rise to vibration that can...
  • Page 228: Upholstery

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 228 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Upholstery Cleaning and caring for leather Textile carpeting upholstery 3 To remove fluff and hairs from the seats, Textile carpeting should be vacuum The principal reason for treating leather door armrests and headlining, use a cleaned regularly.
  • Page 229 460_OM_MY09.book Page 229 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care The underside of the car also needs washing regularly, and this should be done NOTICE NOTICE extra thoroughly at the end of winter. Clean the underside of the car by hand if the car is •...
  • Page 230: Engine Bay

    Waxing and polishing for purchase. We recommend that you con- final gloss and protects the base from mois- tact an authorised Cadillac workshop. ture and environmental contaminants. Do not wax a new car during the first 3-4 months. In fact, there is no need to...
  • Page 231: Anti-Corrosion Treatment

    We recommend that you contact wheel arches, where grit, road salt and the 4 Cathodic ED 23 µm an authorised Cadillac workshop. 5 Intermediate coat 35 µm like that are thrown up can give rise to cor- 6 Metallic base/solid base 11 µm...
  • Page 232: Service Programme

    The service programme has been designed We recommend that you contact an author- to ensure that your car is properly serviced ised Cadillac workshop, which will always and to keep servicing costs to a minimum. have the latest particulars applying to your car.
  • Page 233: Air Conditioning (A/C)

    We recommend that you contact an densation will be produced. authorised Cadillac workshop. • Never mix R134a with other Inadequate cooling refrigerants. • The A/C system is pressurised. Do not...
  • Page 234 460_OM_MY09.book Page 234 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Car care Car care and maintenance Other than in extremely cold weather, do not screen the radiator, e.g. with netting, as this will greatly diminish its cooling capacity. NOTICE • Applicable to the manual climate control system during cold months, the air condi- Do not use a pressure washer when tioning should be switched on once or...
  • Page 235: Technical Data

    Electrical system ______ heater 3_____________ Brake system _________ Mounting points for Wheels and tyres______ genuine Cadillac towbar 3 ____________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
  • Page 236: General Particulars

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 236 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data General particulars Gross vehicle weight (GVW) Overall length, including bumpers: Maximum train weight Sedan ___________________________ 4680 mm (GVW + max. trailer weight) Wagon __________________________ 4716 mm Maximum axle load, Overall width, including door mirrors _____ 2038 mm front Maximum height:...
  • Page 237 When towing a caravan or trailer, increase the pressure of the rear tyres by 0.2 bar (3 psi). The above speed and weight restrictions are those specified by Cadillac. Note that national restrictions may apply to trailer speeds and weights, see page 163.
  • Page 238: Engine

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 238 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Engine Engine oil Type Information regarding suitable engine oils can be found in the Warranty and Service book. Petrol engine, 2.0 l (2.0t and 2.0Turbo)__ Four cylinders, double overhead camshafts, Oil capacity, including filter (oil change) 16 valves, two...
  • Page 239: Fuel

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 239 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Fuel Engines 2.0t Petrol engine Recommended octane rating: Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ 129 kW (175 hp) 2.8 V6 ___________________________ Unleaded 98 RON Maximum torque, EEC at 2500–3500 rpm 265 Nm (26.9 kgf m) other ____________________________ Unleaded 95 RON 2.0 Turbo Cars that are adapted for ethanol...
  • Page 240: Electrical System

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 240 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Brake system 2.0t BioPower Foot brake (with ABS and EBD) ________ Hydraulic disc Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ 147 kW (200 hp) brakes with vacuum Maximum torque, EEC at 2500–4000 rpm 300 Nm (30.5 kgf m) servo unit.
  • Page 241: Wheels And Tyres

    235/45 R18 98 Y Maximum life _____________________ 2100 miles Before changing to wheels/tyres of another size, we recommend (3500 km) that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop regarding acceptable options. Maximum speed ___________________ 50 mph (80 km/h) Spare wheel 3 Winter tyres 6.5x16 ___________________________ 215/55 R16 93 Q...
  • Page 242 6.5x16________ 215/55 R16 M+S or 215/55 R16 7x17__________ 215/50 R17 95 RF/XL M+S We recommend that you contact an authorised Cadillac workshop Cars fitted with the larger brake discs (345 mm in diameter, front) regarding suitable wheels for winter tyres. Some models have must have 17"...
  • Page 243 460_OM_MY09.book Page 243 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Recommended tyre/engine combinations 2.0t 2.0 Turbo 1.9 TiD 1.9 TTiD 175 hp 210 hp Summer tyres 215/55 R16 93 V – – – – 215/60 R16 95 V – –...
  • Page 244 – 7x17, aluminium – 7.5x17, aluminium – 7.5x18, aluminium 3 RF/XL = Reinforced (eller Extra Load) däck. Gäller endast vissa 16" aluminium fälgar, kontakta en återförsäljare för information. Även 2.0t FLEXPOWER Gäller endast vissa AWD-modeller/marknader. Kontakta en Cadillac-verkstad för information.
  • Page 245: Tyre Pressure

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 245 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Recommended lowest tyre pressure, cold tyres 235/45 R18 94 Y 1–3 pers/0–190 2,4/35 2,4/35 4–5 pers./0–190 2,4/35 2,4/35 Tyre size Load/speed. Front Rear 1–5 pers./190– 2,8/41 2,8/41 (km/h) bar/psi bar/psi For improved fuel economy 2,8/41...
  • Page 246 460_OM_MY09.book Page 246 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Cold tyres refers to tyres that are the same temperature as the surrounding air. The tyre pressure values in the table apply at 20 °C. Tyre pressure will increase as the tyres become warm (e.g. during motorway driving), and decrease as they cool.
  • Page 247: Plates And Labels

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 247 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Plates and labels When contacting the workshop it may sometimes be necessary to quote the car’s vehicle identification, engine and gearbox numbers. 1 VIN and barcode, inside the windscreen 2 Gearbox number 3 Engine number 4 Tyre pressure and colour code (body...
  • Page 248: Programmable Functions

    Automatic climate control (ACC) 3 We recommend that you contact an author- • You can choose the length of time the ised Cadillac workshop for information. lights are on. • To increase the flow of air to the panel Listed below are a number of examples of and floor vents, the defroster vents can •...
  • Page 249: Warnings And Indications That Can Be Shown On The Dic

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 249 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Warnings and indications that Reduced engine power. Tap brakes lightly can be shown on the DIC Contact service. before using cruise ctrl. The warnings and indications that can be shown depend on the engine variant and Traction control failure.
  • Page 250 460_OM_MY09.book Page 250 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Alarm tripped during Left front fog light Right main beam failure. last arming period. failure. Rear left seat Right dipped beam Right front fog light backrest unlocked. failure. failure. Rear right seat High mounted stop Left reversing light...
  • Page 251 460_OM_MY09.book Page 251 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Flat tyre rear left. Make a safe stop. Flat tyre rear right. Make a safe stop. Flat tyre front left. Make a safe stop. Flat tyre front right. Make a safe stop. Tyre pressure system failure.
  • Page 252: Auxiliary And Parking Heater 3

    This requires an accessory kit. We recommend that you contact an Parking heater 3, diesel or petrol-driven authorised Cadillac workshop. The start time of the parking heater is controlled with the DIC. See When the electric engine heater is switched on, any 230 V socket in page 253.
  • Page 253 460_OM_MY09.book Page 253 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data interrupted automatically when the engine To now start the heater, MANUAL START To switch off the heater when it is run- is started. ( heater is switched off) ning 1 Press the SET button.
  • Page 254: Mounting Points For Genuine Cadillac Towbar 3

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 254 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Technical data Mounting points for genuine Cadillac towbar 3...
  • Page 255: Index

    460_OM_MY09.book Page 255 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Index ____________ Index Changing wheels ________ Changing wiper blades _________________ _________ Battery Charger/Jump starting ____ Bedding-in of new brake lining Charging the battery/Jump starting _________ Before long journeys Checking the number of remote _________________ _________________ Belt guide...
  • Page 256 460_OM_MY09.book Page 256 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Index _____________ Electric windows Electrical centre in end of fascia ____________ ____ Date codes, tyres Electrical centre in engine bay Factors affecting fuel consumption _________________ Deactivating the rear window switches 98 Electrical centre in luggage Filler cap ______...
  • Page 257 460_OM_MY09.book Page 257 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Index __________ ______________ Glove compartment Indicator lights ______ _____________ Glove compartment lighting Inflatable curtain ________ ______ Glow plug, diesel engine Initial settings in cold weather, ACC Labels and plates, location ________________ ________ Grade, fuel Initial settings in hot weather, ACC...
  • Page 258 460_OM_MY09.book Page 258 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Index ______ _________________ ______ Manual tripping of car alarm Parking Rear seat - fitting a child seat _____ __________ ___________ Manually adjusted front seats Parking aid system Rear seat, folding _____________ ____________ Materials used in the car, reclamation 232 Parking brake...
  • Page 259 460_OM_MY09.book Page 259 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Index _____________ _______________ SPORT mode Towbar load _______________ __________________ Sport mode Towing _______ _______________ ______ Saab Parking Assistance StabiliTrak Towing a caravan or trailer __________________ _____ _____________ Safety StabiliTrak, anti-skid system Towing the car __________ ____...
  • Page 260 460_OM_MY09.book Page 260 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 10:32 AM Index ______________ Wiper blades __________________ Wipers _______________ Vanity mirror Work on and scrapping of airbags and _____ _________ Vehicle identification number seatbelt pretensioners ____________ Vehicle recovery __________ Viscosity, engine oil ___________ Xenon headlights _____________ Warning labels...
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