Page 1 2013 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2013 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual Wheels and Tires ... 10-41 Customer Information ..13-1 Jump Starting ....10-73 Customer Information .
Page 3: Using This Manual
à l'adresse Keep this manual in the vehicle for this manual including, but not limited suivante: quick reference. to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, Helm, Incorporated the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, Attention: Customer Service and ATS are trademarks and/or...
Page 4 Introduction Danger, Warnings, and Symbols WARNING Cautions The vehicle has components and These mean there is something labels that use symbols instead of Warning messages found on vehicle that could hurt you or other text. Symbols are shown along with labels and in this manual describe people.
Page 5 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle : Heated Steering Wheel and what they mean. For more : LATCH System Child information on the symbol, refer to Restraints the Index.
Page 6 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 7 In Brief In Brief Interior Lighting ....1-10 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..1-19 Exterior Lighting ... . . 1-11 Active Emergency Braking Windshield Wiper/Washer .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 9 In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8 9. 7. Infotainment Display. 14. Tap Shift Controls (If Equipped). See Manual Mode 2. Exterior Lamp Controls on AM-FM Radio on page 7 7. on page 9 25. page 6 1. Infotainment System. See the 15.
Page 10: In Brief
In Brief 23. Traction Control System (TCS) Initial Drive Press and hold on page 9 33. three seconds to sound the panic Information ® alarm. StabiliTrak System on page 9 34. This section provides a brief Press again or start the vehicle overview about some of the Electric Parking Brake.
Page 11: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief From the inside, to lock a rear See Keys on page 2 1 and Remote Canceling a Remote Start door push down on the door lock Keyless Entry (RKE) System To cancel a remote start, do any of knob on top of the door.
Page 12: Trunk
In Brief Windows Press the switch to lower the From the inside, press . The window. Pull the switch up to raise indicator light in the switch will it. See Power Windows on illuminate when activated. See page 2 20. Power Door Locks on page 2 11.
Page 13: Memory Features
In Brief Raise or lower the seat by To adjust the lumbar and bolster To adjust the seatback: moving the rear of the control up support: Tilt the top of the control or down. Press and hold the control rearward to recline. If available, raise or lower the forward or rearward to increase Tilt the top of the control forward...
Page 14: Second Row Seats
In Brief seat and outside mirrors. These Heated Seats the off setting. The indicator lights manually stored positions are next to the buttons indicate three for referred to as Button Memory the highest setting and one for the positions. lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be The vehicle will also automatically lowered after approximately...
Page 15: Safety Belts
In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead System console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 13. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors United States Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: Canada and Mexico...
Page 16: Steering Wheel
1-10 In Brief The dimming feature comes on 4. Pull the lever up to lock the 3. Move the selector switch to when the vehicle is started. See steering wheel in place. deselect the mirror. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Do not adjust the steering wheel The vehicle has manual folding on page 2 19.
Page 17: Exterior Lighting
In Brief 1-11 DOOR: The lamp comes on when Press the lamp lens to turn the rear the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) a door is opened. passenger reading lamps on or off. on automatic transmission vehicles, and when the parking brake is ON: Turns the lamp on.
Page 18: Windshield Wiper/Washer
1-12 In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer : Pull the lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5 3. Climate Controls INT: Move the lever up to INT for For vehicles with one of these intermittent wipes, then turn the With the ignition in ACC/ systems, it controls the heating,...
Page 19 In Brief 1-13 Base 1. Driver and Passenger 7. Driver and Passenger Heated Temperature Controls Seats (If Equipped) 2. Fan Control 8. AC (Air Conditioning) 3. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 9. Defrost 4. Air Delivery Mode Control 10. Rear Window Defogger 5.
Page 20: Transmission
1-14 In Brief Transmission Automatic Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) or Tap Shift Vehicles equipped with DSC allow shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever, or the tap shift controls on the back of the steering wheel (if equipped).
Page 21: Radio(S)
In Brief 1-15 While a station is highlighted, Vehicle Features Mixed-Audio Favorites press the MOVE screen button. Favorites can be stored including The screen button will change Radio(s) radio stations, phone, and tone to DROP. settings. : Press to turn the system on Press the MENU knob to grab To display the favorites page, press and off.
Page 22: Portable Audio Devices
1-16 In Brief ® SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide Bluetooth Steering Wheel Controls variety of programming and The Bluetooth system allows users commercial-free music, coast to with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone coast, and in digital-quality sound. to make and receive hands-free A fee is required to receive the calls using the vehicle audio system SiriusXM service.
Page 23: Cruise Control
In Brief 1-17 (Next/Previous : Press to turn the system on Favorite): Press the five-way and off. An indicator appears in the control up or down to the previous instrument cluster when turned on. or next saved song or media +RES: Press the control up briefly favorite.
Page 24: Infotainment System
1-18 In Brief Infotainment System Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System See the CUE infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio FCA is intended to help avoid or players, phone, navigation system, reduce the harm caused by and voice or speech recognition. front-end crashes.
Page 25: Alert (Sbza)
In Brief 1-19 amber and flashing. In addition, the See Assistance Systems for Parking Active Emergency driver seat will pulse or beeps will or Backing on page 9 49. Braking System sound. Ultrasonic Parking Assist If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Control (ACC) it also has the Active on page 9 59.
Page 26: Universal Remote System
1-20 In Brief Lift the cover to access the Read the instructions completely accessory power outlet. before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because See Power Outlets on page 5 6. of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person Universal Remote System available to assist you with programming the Universal Remote...
Page 27: Performance And Maintenance Traction Control
In Brief 1-21 ® Express Open/Express Close: Performance and StabiliTrak System Press the rear or front of the Maintenance The StabiliTrak system assists with switch (1) to the second detent and directional control of the vehicle in release to express open or express difficult driving conditions.
Page 28: Tire Pressure Monitor
1-22 In Brief Tire Pressure Monitor tire pressures are getting low and to change the engine oil and filter. the tires need to be inflated to the The oil life system should be reset This vehicle may have a Tire proper pressure.
Page 29: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
In Brief 1-23 Replace the vehicle's tires with The oil life system can also be reset Driving for Better Fuel the same TPC Spec number as follows: Economy molded into the tire's sidewall 1. Turn the ignition on with the near the size.
Page 30: Onstar
1-24 In Brief Roadside Service and OnStar (U.S. and Canada) If the vehicle has an active OnStar subscription, contact OnStar and the vehicle s current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor to assess the situation, contact Roadside Service, and relay the exact location to send help.
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-18 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-18 Keys Folding Mirrors .
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 21 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: Check the distance.
Page 33: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry immediately unlock. See Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out under Vehicle (RKE) System Operation Personalization on page 5 41. If the The RKE transmitter functions may passenger door is open when work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from pressed, all doors lock.
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows On some models, pressing and Keyless Access Operation holding will open all of the Some vehicles have the keyless windows. access system that lets you lock and unlock the doors and access (Remote Start): For vehicles the trunk without removing the RKE with this feature, press and release transmitter from your pocket, purse,...
Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from transmitter has been removed from Programming Transmitters to the Passenger Doors the interior of the vehicle, the doors the Vehicle will lock after eight seconds. When the doors are locked and the Only RKE transmitters programmed RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) Temporarily disable the locking to the vehicle will work.
Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Remove the key lock cylinder 3. Place the new transmitter into Programming without a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless cap. See Door Locks on the transmitter pocket. The page 2 10. Insert the vehicle key center console storage area will Access Vehicles Only) into the key lock cylinder on the need to be opened to access the...
Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC 6. Remove the transmitter from the displays PRESS ENGINE transmitter pocket and press START BUTTON TO LEARN on the transmitter. and then press the START/ STOP button. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4 6.
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows Replace the battery if the REPLACE 4. Insert the new battery on the BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY back housing, positive side message displays in the DIC. facing down. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery. 5. Align the key release button and snap the transmitter back together.
Page 39: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows Laws in some local communities When the remote start is extended, 2. Immediately press and hold may restrict the use of remote the second 10-minute period will for at least two seconds or until starters. For example, some laws start immediately.
Page 40 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Conditions in Which Remote Start Door Locks WARNING (Continued) Will Not Work The remote start will not operate if WARNING injuries or even death from any of the following occur: heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be vehicle whenever leaving it.
Page 41: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Use the key in the front doors. To replace the cap: (Lock): Press to lock the doors. The key cylinder is covered by The indicator light in the switch will 1. Insert the two tabs at the back of a cap.
Page 42: Automatic Door Locks
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows This feature can also be Lockout Protection locking is requested for all doors to programmed. See Vehicle remain locked. When this feature is If the vehicle is in ACC/ Personalization on page 5 41. off, the Delayed Door Lock menu ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START will be available.
Page 43: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Doors Press to activate the safety WARNING (Continued) locks on the rear doors. The indicator light in the switch will Trunk Adjust the climate control illuminate when activated. system to a setting that brings in only outside air and The rear door power windows are WARNING set the fan speed to the...
Page 44 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Trunk Lock Release With the keyless access system, 3. Pull the release handle toward if the vehicle is locked, the RKE the front of the vehicle to open transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) the trunk.
Page 45: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Emergency Trunk Release The emergency trunk release Vehicle Security handle is only intended to aid a Handle This vehicle has theft-deterrent person trapped in a latched trunk, features; however, they do not make enabling them to open the trunk the vehicle impossible to steal.
Page 46: Immobilizer
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Arming the System Disarming the System How to Detect a Tamper Condition 1. Close all doors, the trunk, and To disarm the system, either unlock the hood. the doors using the transmitter, is pressed and the horn chirps or start the vehicle with a 2.
Page 47 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 The vehicle is automatically vehicle. If the transmitter is ever If the ignition modes will not change immobilized when the vehicle is damaged, you may not be able to with the other transmitter, your turned off. start your vehicle.
Page 48: Exterior Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror The vehicle may have a driver Convex Mirrors exterior automatic dimming mirror that will automatically adjust for the CAUTION glare of headlamps behind. A convex mirror can make things, Memory Mirrors like other vehicles, look farther The vehicle may have memory...
Page 49: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Folding Mirrors Heated Mirrors Interior Mirrors (Rear Window Defogger): Manual Folding Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Press to heat the mirrors. The mirrors can be folded inward See Dual Automatic Climate Control To adjust the inside rearview mirror, toward the vehicle to prevent System (Base) on page 8 1 or Dual hold the rearview mirror in the...
Page 50: Windows
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows For vehicles with an automatic Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are dimming rearview mirror, the mirror designed to improve fuel economy will automatically reduce the glare performance. This may result in a WARNING from the headlamps from behind. pulsing sound when either rear The dimming feature comes on window is down and the front...
Page 51 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Express-Down/Up Windows Express Window Anti-Pinch Override Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and WARNING lowered all the way without holding the switch. If express override is activated, Press or pull the switch fully and the window will not reverse release it to activate the express automatically.
Page 52: Sun Visors
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming the Power Window Lockout The rear door safety locks are also disabled. See Safety Locks on Windows page 2 12. If the vehicle battery has been recharged or disconnected, or is not Press again to deactivate the working, the front power windows lockout switch.
Page 53: Sunroof
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Roof Open/Close: Press the rear or front of switch (1) to the first detent and hold to open or close the Sunroof sunroof. For vehicles equipped with a Express Open/Express Close: sunroof, the ignition must be in ON/ Press the rear or front of the RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in switch (1) to the second detent and...
Page 54 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 55 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-14 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-30 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-17 Airbag System Check .
Page 56: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the To lower the head restraint, press top of the restraint is at the same the button located on the side of the height as the top of the occupant's head restraint, push the head WARNING head.
Page 57: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints of the head restraint and move the Front Seats head restraint rearward until the desired locking position is reached. Power Seat Adjustment Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure WARNING that it is locked in place.
Page 58: Lumbar Adjustment
Seats and Restraints To adjust the seat: Lumbar Adjustment Thigh Support Adjustment Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down. If available, raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control...
Page 59: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks WARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Page 60: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints Memory Seats placed in OFF. These automatically 2. Press and hold SET and stored positions are referred to as the same time until a beep RKE Memory positions. See sounds. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Recalling Button Memory System Operation on page 2 3.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints If the driver door is already Remove the obstruction; then press Recalling RKE Memory Positions (Auto Memory Recall) open, press on the RKE and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is transmitter to activate the recall. The Auto (Automatic) Memory not recalling for two seconds.
Page 62: Heated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints control for the memory item that is If something has blocked the driver WARNING (Continued) not recalling for two seconds. Try seat while recalling the exit position, recalling the memory position again the recall may stop. Remove the cause the seat heater to by opening the driver door and obstruction;...
Page 63: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints is turned on. Press the button to use Rear Seats Press to heat the the heated seats after the vehicle is driver or passenger seat cushion started. Folding the Seatback and seatback. The heated seat indicator lights do On some vehicles, either side of the Press the button once for the not turn on during a remote start.
Page 64 3-10 Seats and Restraints To fold the seatback: Raising the Seatback WARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
Page 65: Rear Seat Pass-Through Door
Seats and Restraints 3-11 To raise a seatback: Rear Seat Safety Belts Pass-Through Door 1. Lift the seatback up. Make sure This section of the manual the center safety belt and latch describes how to use safety belts do not get trapped behind the properly.
Page 66 3-12 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing WARNING (Continued) safety belts makes such good sense. are more likely to be seriously Questions and Answers About injured or killed. Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of Safety Belts the vehicle that is not equipped Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 67: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-13 Wear the shoulder belt over the Also, in nearly all states and in shoulder and across the chest. all Canadian provinces, the law These parts of the body are best requires wearing safety belts. able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 68: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-14 Seats and Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. If you are using a rear center seating position with a detachable safety belt and the safety belt is not attached, see Folding the Seatback under Rear Seats on page 3 9 for instructions on reconnecting the safety belt to the...
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-15 They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met. And, on vehicles with side impact and roof-rail airbags, safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event.
Page 70 3-16 Seats and Restraints properly adjusted, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat. To install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 2.
Page 71: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-17 To remove and store the comfort A pregnant woman should wear a WARNING (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges lap-shoulder belt, and the lap together so that the safety belt can portion should be worn as low as and across the chest.
Page 72: Safety System Check
3-18 Seats and Restraints use it for securing child seats. To Safety Belt Care WARNING (Continued) wear it, attach it to the regular safety Keep belts clean and dry. belt. See the instruction sheet that crash. To help make sure the comes with the extender.
Page 73: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-19 New parts and repairs may be Airbag System The vehicle may have the following necessary even if the safety belt airbags: The vehicle has the following system was not being used at the Seat-mounted side impact airbags: time of the crash.
Page 74 3-20 Seats and Restraints the risk of injury from the force of an WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job. vehicle should wear a safety belt Occupants should not lean on or Here are the most important things properly, whether or not there is sleep against the door or side...
Page 75: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-21 Where Are the Airbags? WARNING (Continued) vehicle. To read how, see Older Children on page 3 32 or Infants and Young Children on page 3 34. The driver knee airbag is below the steering column. The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the The driver frontal airbag is in the There is an airbag readiness light...
Page 76 3-22 Seats and Restraints WARNING (Continued) or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
Page 77: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-23 When Should an Airbag whether the object is fixed or inflate at a level less than full moving, rigid or deformable, narrow deployment. For more severe frontal Inflate? or wide. impacts, full deployment occurs. Frontal airbags are designed to Thresholds can also vary with The passenger seat position sensor inflate in moderate to severe frontal...
Page 78: What Makes An Airbag
3-24 Seats and Restraints Seat-mounted side impact airbags of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, designed to help reduce the risk of are not intended to inflate in frontal and related hardware are all part of full or partial ejection in rollover impacts, near frontal impacts, the airbag module.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-25 several minutes. For location of the WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? on page 3 21. airbag inflates, then get fresh air system, brake and steering The parts of the airbag that come by opening a window or a door.
Page 80: Passenger Sensing
3-26 Seats and Restraints crash. A new system will include airbag, under certain conditions. No airbag modules and possibly other airbag is affected by the other parts. The service manual passenger sensing system. for the vehicle covers the need The passenger sensing system to replace other parts.
Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-27 A front outboard passenger Never put a rear-facing child seat in WARNING (Continued) takes his/her weight off of the the front. This is because the risk to seat for a period of time. the rear-facing child is so great, inflate under some unusual if the airbag inflates.
Page 82 3-28 Seats and Restraints For some children, including If the On Indicator Is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child children in child restraints, and for restraint and restarting the Child Restraint very small adults, the passenger vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, If a child restraint has been installed sensing system may or may not turn turn the vehicle off.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-29 If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material in the Index for additional from the seat, such as blankets, information about the importance of Adult-Size Occupant cushions, seat covers, seat proper restraint use. heaters, seat massagers, a A thick layer of additional material, laptop, or other electronic...
Page 84: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-30 Seats and Restraints lit, and the airbag readiness light an unoccupied seat. If this is not WARNING on the instrument cluster will desired, remove the object from also be lit. the seat. For up to 10 seconds after the Liquid pooled on the seat that vehicle is turned off and the WARNING...
Page 85: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-31 diagnostic module, steering wheel, could either prevent proper Airbag System Check instrument panel, roof-rail airbag deployment of the passenger The airbag system does not need modules, ceiling headliner or pillar airbag(s) or prevent the passenger regularly scheduled maintenance or garnish trim, overhead console, sensing system from properly replacement.
Page 86: Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash
3-32 Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash your dealer for service. Older Children If the airbag readiness light stays on WARNING after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag A crash can damage the airbag...
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Can proper safety belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that restraint system or infant restraint maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the system secured in a rear seating trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that position.
Page 88: Infants And Young
3-34 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young WARNING (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the injuries.
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-35 Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older children, but not for young children arms. An infant should be child restraint in the right front and infants. Neither the vehicle's secured in an appropriate seat.
Page 90 3-36 Seats and Restraints Q: What are the different types of are many kinds of restraints WARNING (Continued) add-on child restraints? available for children with special needs. A: Add-on child restraints, which Instead, it may settle up around are purchased by the vehicle the child's abdomen.
Page 91: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-37 Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 92: Where To Put The
3-38 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-39 We recommend that children and When securing a child restraint in a WARNING (Continued) child restraints be secured in a rear rear seating position, study the seat, including: an infant or a child instructions that came with the child passenger airbag inflates and the riding in a rear-facing child restraint;...
Page 94: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
3-40 Seats and Restraints Keep in mind that an unsecured a top tether, you must also use Lower Anchors child restraint can move around in a either the lower anchors or the collision or sudden stop and injure safety belts to properly secure the people in the vehicle.
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-41 Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
Page 96: System
3-42 Seats and Restraints To assist in locating the lower The outboard lower anchors are the instructions that come with the anchors, each seating position with behind the vertical openings in the child restraint say that the top tether lower anchors has two labels, near seat trim.
Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-43 If you need to secure more than one WARNING (Continued) WARNING child restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put the Restraint on belts to secure the restraint, Children can be seriously injured page 3 38. following the instructions that or strangled if a shoulder belt is This system is designed to make...
Page 98 3-44 Seats and Restraints 1.1. Find the lower anchors for 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten the desired seating the top tether according to position. your child restraint instructions and the 1.2. Put the child restraint on following instructions: the seat. 1.3.
Page 99: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, If the position you are using If the position you are using resulting in serious injury or even has an adjustable headrest has an adjustable headrest...
Page 100: Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
3-46 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints WARNING WARNING (Continued) (Front Passenger Seat) A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints This vehicle has airbags. A rear restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the seat is a safer place to secure a or killed if the passenger frontal airbag(s) are off.
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-47 the instructions that come with the 2. Put the child restraint on child restraint say that the top strap the seat. must be anchored. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run In Canada, the law requires that the lap and shoulder portions of forward-facing child restraints have the vehicle's safety belt through...
Page 102: (Rear Seat)
3-48 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the Securing Child Restraints child restraint, make sure it is (Rear Seat) securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the When securing a child restraint in a safety belt path and attempt to rear seating position, study the move it side to side and back...
Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-49 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 104 3-50 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3 40 for more information.
Page 105: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Glove Box ....4-2 Armrest Storage .
Page 106: Glove Box
Storage Touch the bottom of the climate Armrest Storage control system panel again until the door automatically starts to close. Glove Box To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use the key to lock and unlock it. The glove box may have a compact disc player and MP3 connection inside.
Page 107: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Roof Rack System Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than Features 91 kg (200 lbs) or hangs over the WARNING rear or sides of the vehicle may Cargo Tie-Downs damage the vehicle. Load cargo If something is carried on top of so that it rests evenly between the vehicle that is longer or wider...
Page 108 Storage NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 109 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Airbag Readiness Light ..5-12 Adaptive Forward Lighting Passenger Airbag Status (AFL) Light ....5-23 Controls Indicator .
Page 110 Instruments and Controls Airbag System Messages ..5-39 Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Security Messages ..5-39 while driving. Service Vehicle Messages . . . 5-39 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Starting the Vehicle...
Page 111: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Horn (End Call): Press to decline an (Next or Previous incoming call, or end a current call. Favorite): Press to go to the next Press on the steering wheel pad Press to mute or unmute the or previous favorite radio station or to sound the horn.
Page 112 Instruments and Controls Wiper Parking INT (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Control): Move the windshield If the ignition is put in OFF while the wiper lever to INT. Turn the wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they band on the wiper lever to adjust the will immediately stop.
Page 113: Headlamp Washer
Instruments and Controls With Rainsense, if the transmission Compass WARNING is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle The vehicle may have a compass speed is very slow, the wipers will In freezing weather, do not use display on the Driver Information automatically stop at the base of the the washer until the windshield is Center (DIC).
Page 114: Clock
Instruments and Controls Clock Power Outlets Certain accessory power plugs may not be compatible with the The accessory power outlets can be Setting the Time accessory power outlet and could used to plug in electrical equipment, overload vehicle or adapter fuses. To set the time: such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
Page 115: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
Page 116: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 117: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls Cluster Application Displays Audio Info Pages: Press SEL while Info Pages is highlighted to select the While the Audio application page is The cluster has three interactive items to be displayed in the DIC displayed, press SEL to enter the display zones.
Page 118: Trip Odometer
5-10 Instruments and Controls possible, it is set at zero and a label Fuel Gauge Here are four things that some is put on the driver door to show the owners ask about. None of these old mileage reading. show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel Trip Odometer pump shuts off before the gauge...
Page 119: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Engine Coolant Safety Belt Reminders Temperature Gauge Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument cluster. English This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine. When the vehicle is started, this Metric light flashes and a chime may come While driving under normal...
Page 120: Airbag Readiness Light
5-12 Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on warning light and chime may turn on for several seconds when the Reminder Light if an object is put on the seat such vehicle is started.
Page 121: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Passenger Airbag Status When the vehicle is started, the If, after several seconds, both status passenger airbag status indicator indicator lights remain on, or if there Indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol are no lights at all, there may be a for on and off for several seconds problem with the lights or the The vehicle has a passenger...
Page 122: Charging System Light
5-14 Instruments and Controls Charging System Light See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5 31. If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. If the malfunction indicator lamp Malfunction comes on while the engine is...
Page 123 Instruments and Controls 5-15 smoothly. This could lead to could damage the emission control The following may correct an costly repairs that might not be system on the vehicle. Diagnosis emission control system covered by the vehicle warranty. and service might be required. malfunction: Notice: Modifications made to the To prevent more serious damage to...
Page 124 5-16 Instruments and Controls The OBD II (On-Board If one or more of these conditions Diagnostics) system determines occurs, change the fuel brand used. that critical emission control It may require at least one full tank systems have not been of the proper fuel to turn the light off.
Page 125: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Brake System Warning problem with the electric parking WARNING brake system or another system. Light A message may also display in the The brake system might not be Driver Information Center (DIC). The vehicle brake system consists working properly if the brake See Brake System Messages on of two hydraulic circuits.
Page 126: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls If this light stays on, there is a If the light does not come on, have it See Brake System Warning Light on problem with the electric parking fixed so it will be ready to warn if page 5 17 and Brake System brake system or another system on there is a problem.
Page 127: Forward Collision Alert (Fca) Warning Light
Instruments and Controls 5-19 See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Traction Off Light See Traction Control System (TCS) ® on page 9 59. on page 9 33 and StabiliTrak System on page 9 34. Forward Collision Alert ® StabiliTrak OFF Light (FCA) Warning Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine.
Page 128: Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak ® Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls See Traction Control System (TCS) feature(s) is no longer functioning If it does not, have the vehicle ® on page 9 33 and StabiliTrak and whether the vehicle requires serviced by the dealer. If the system System on page 9 34.
Page 129: Tire Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light The oil pressure light should come will come on at every ignition cycle.
Page 130: Low Fuel Warning Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light High-Beam On Light This light is near the fuel gauge and The immobilizer light should come This light comes on when the comes on briefly when the ignition is on briefly as the engine is started. high-beam headlamps are in use.
Page 131: Adaptive Forward Lighting
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Adaptive Forward Lamps On Reminder Adaptive Cruise Control Light Lighting (AFL) Light This light in the Driver Information The lamps on reminder light comes Center (DIC) comes on when the on when the exterior lamps are in This light should come on briefly as Adaptive Cruise Control (if use.
Page 132: Information Displays
5-24 Instruments and Controls Information Displays 4. Press SEL while an item is : Press the five-way control highlighted to select or deselect to move between the interactive that item. When an item is display zones in the cluster. Press Driver Information selected, a checkmark will to go back to the previous menu.
Page 133 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Fuel Range: The Fuel Range reflects only the fuel economy that last reset. To stop the timer, press display shows the approximate the vehicle has right now and SEL briefly while this display is distance the vehicle can be driven changes frequently as driving active and the timer is running.
Page 134: Head-Up Display (Hud)
5-26 Instruments and Controls Speed Warning: The Speed See Engine Oil Messages on Tire Pressure: The Tire Pressure Warning display allows the driver to page 5 33. The oil should be display shows the approximate set a speed that they do not want to changed as soon as possible.
Page 135: Instrument Cluster On Page 5
Instruments and Controls 5-27 For vehicles with HUD, some The language selection is changed The HUD may display different information concerning the through the radio and the units of alerts and information for vehicles operation of the vehicle is projected measurement is changed through equipped with these features: onto the windshield.
Page 136 5-28 Instruments and Controls There are four views in the HUD : Press to select the display display: view. Release when the desired display is shown on the HUD. If vehicle messages are displayed, pressing the DIC select button may clear the message.
Page 137 Instruments and Controls 5-29 maneuver. All navigation information is provided to the HUD by the navigation radio or OnStar (if equipped). Metric Metric Metric English English Audio/Phone View: This display Navigation View: This display includes the information in speed includes the information in speed view along with audio/phone view along with Turn-by-Turn English...
Page 138: Vehicle Messages
5-30 Instruments and Controls outside lighting. However, the HUD If You Cannot See the HUD Vehicle Messages brightness control can still be Image When the Ignition Is On Messages displayed on the DIC adjusted as needed. Is anything covering the indicate the status of the vehicle or The HUD image can temporarily HUD lens?
Page 139: Brake System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-31 Battery Voltage and Brake System Messages SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST Charging Messages This message may be displayed BRAKE FLUID LOW when there is a problem with the BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message is displayed when the brake boost assist system. When brake fluid level is low.
Page 140: Cruise Control Messages
5-32 Instruments and Controls Cruise Control Messages NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS TRUNK OPEN PEDAL APPLIED This message will display along with ADAPTIVE CRUISE a symbol when the trunk is open. This message displays when TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE Close the trunk completely. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is This message displays when active and the driver is pressing the...
Page 141: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-33 ENGINE OVERHEATED Engine Oil Messages message remains on, take the vehicle to your dealer for service. IDLE ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON See Engine Oil on page 10 10. This message displays and a chime This message displays when the OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP sounds when the engine coolant...
Page 142: Fuel System Messages
5-34 Instruments and Controls speed while this message is on, but Key and Lock Messages NUMBER OF KEYS maximum acceleration and speed PROGRAMMED NO REMOTE KEY WAS may be reduced. Anytime this This message displays when DETECTED PLACE KEY IN message stays on, the vehicle programming new keys to the should be taken to your dealer for...
Page 143: Object Detection System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL Object Detection System This can occur under the following conditions: ON/OFF Messages The radar is not clean. Keep the This message is displayed when the 24 GHz RADARS OFF radar sensors free of mud, dirt, exterior lamp control is in AUTO and snow, ice, and slush.
Page 144 5-36 Instruments and Controls FORWARD COLLISION This message could be due to the This can occur under the following camera being blocked. Cleaning the conditions: ALERT OFF outside of the windshield behind the The radar is not clean. Keep the This message displays when the rearview mirror may correct the radar sensors free of mud, dirt,...
Page 145 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), SERVICE REAR AUTO BRAKE SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM Forward Collision Alert (FCA), AND PARK ASSIST UNAVAILABLE Active Emergency Braking System, This message displays if there is a This message indicates that Side Assistance Systems for Parking or problem with the parking and Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) and Rear Backing, and/or Lane Departure...
Page 146: Ride Control System Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls Ride Control System SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL Messages This message displays if a problem occurs with the All-Wheel-Drive This message displays when there ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF (AWD) system. The vehicle will run is a problem with the Traction in 2WD.
Page 147: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Airbag System Messages SERVICE POWER STEERING SERVICE KEYLESS START SYSTEM This message is displayed if there is SERVICE AIRBAG a problem with the power steering This message is displayed if there is This message displays if there is a system and a chime may sound.
Page 148: Transmission Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls This message also displays LEFT Transmission Messages TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT ENGINE SERVICE TRANSMISSION REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate This message displays and a chime the location of the low tire. This message displays if there is a sounds if the transmission fluid in problem with the transmission.
Page 149: Vehicle Speed Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 Collision/Detection Systems Vehicle Speed Messages Vehicle Comfort and Convenience Personalization SELECTED SPEED LIMIT Language EXCEEDED The audio system controls are used Lighting to access the personalization This message is displayed when the vehicle speed is greater than the set menus for customizing vehicle Power Door Locks features.
Page 150 5-42 Instruments and Controls Auto Fan Max Speed Pollution Control Auto Heated Seats This feature will set the maximum When on, this feature will When on, this feature will turn the auto fan speed. automatically turn air recirculation heated seats on when using remote on based on vehicle speed.
Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-43 Press MENU when Auto Rear Defog Press Alert Type. Press to select Press Auto Collision Preparation. is highlighted. Turn and press the Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. Press Press to select Off, Alert & Brake, MENU knob to select Off or On. BACK to go back to the last menu.
Page 152 5-44 Instruments and Controls Side Blind Zone Alert Auto Memory Recall go back to the last menu. Press to select Off , On - Driver and This allows the Side Blind Zone This allows the Auto Memory Recall Passenger , On - Driver or On - Alert feature to be turned on or off.
Page 153 Instruments and Controls 5-45 Press MENU when Chime Volume Language Vehicle Locator Lights is highlighted. Turn the MENU knob This allows the vehicle locator lights Select the Language menu and the to adjust the volume between 0 and to be turned on or off. following will be displayed: 63.
Page 154 5-46 Instruments and Controls Press MENU when Left or Right Adaptive Forward Lighting Power Door Locks Hand Traffic is highlighted. Turn and This allows the selection of how Select Power Door Locks and the press the MENU knob to select Left long the exterior lamps stay on following will be displayed: Hand Traffic or Right Hand Traffic.
Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-47 (automatic transmission) or at Press MENU when Delayed Door Press MENU when Remote Unlock 13 km/h (8 mph) (manual Lock is highlighted. Turn and press Light Feedback is highlighted. Turn transmission). the MENU knob to select Off or On. and press the MENU knob to select Press BACK to go back to the Off or Flash Lights.
Page 156 5-48 Instruments and Controls Relock Remotely Unlocked Doors Press MENU when Remote Start Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder Auto Heat Seats is highlighted. Turn When on, if the doors are unlocked This allows the remote left in vehicle and press the MENU knob to select from the RKE transmitter and a door feature to be turned on or off.
Page 157: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-49 Clear All Private Data Universal Remote If the vehicle has this feature, you will see these buttons with one This allows selection to clear all System indicator light next to them in the private information from the vehicle. overhead console.
Page 158 5-50 Instruments and Controls also recommended that upon the Programming a garage door opener slowly to a rapidly flashing light. sale of the vehicle, the programmed involves time-sensitive actions, so You now may release both Universal Remote system buttons read the entire procedure before buttons.
Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-51 If the Universal Remote 5. Firmly press and release the To program the remaining two system indicator light blinks Learn or Smart button. After Universal Remote system buttons, rapidly for two seconds, pressing this button, you will begin with Step 1 of Programming then turns to a constant have 30 seconds to complete...
Page 160: Universal Remote System
5-52 Instruments and Controls If you live in Canada, or you are Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single having difficulty programming a gate Universal Remote System Operation operator or garage door opener by Button using the Programming the Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the three Universal Remote System System...
Page 161: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Entry Lighting ....6-8 Exit Lighting ....6-8 Exterior Lamp Controls Battery Power Protection .
Page 162 Lighting and when the parking brake is Automatic High-Beam System control to AUTO. The blue released on manual transmission high-beam on light appears on the This system turns the vehicle's vehicles. instrument cluster when the high high-beam headlamps on and off beams are on.
Page 163: Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
Lighting The outside light is bright Your vehicle is loaded such that The high beams may not turn off enough that high-beam the front end points upward, automatically if the system cannot headlamps are not required. causing the light sensor to aim detect other vehicle's lamps high and not detect headlamps because of any of the following:...
Page 164: Headlamp High/ Low-Beam Changer
Lighting Headlamp High/ Pull and hold the turn and lane The DRL system turns on the change lever toward you to use this low-beam headlamps at a reduced Low-Beam Changer feature. When this is done the brightness. For vehicles with High following will occur: Intensity Discharge (HID) (Headlamp High/Low-Beam...
Page 165: Automatic Headlamp System
Lighting Automatic Headlamp The system may also turn on the Adaptive Forward headlamps when driving through a System Lighting (AFL) parking garage or tunnel. When the exterior lamp control is On vehicles with the Adaptive When it is bright enough outside, set to AUTO and it is dark enough Forward Lighting (AFL) system, the the headlamps will turn off or may...
Page 166: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change The turn and lane-change signal can be turned off manually by Signals moving the lever back to its original position. If after signaling a turn or lane change, the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb might be burned out.
Page 167: Dome Lamps
Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps The dome lamp is in the overhead There are reading lamps on the Instrument Panel console. overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps Illumination Control come on when any door is opened. To manually turn the reading lamps on or off: The brightness of the instrument...
Page 168: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features This feature can be changed. See Battery Power Protection Vehicle Locator Lights under The battery saver feature is Vehicle Personalization on Entry Lighting designed to protect the vehicle's page 5 41. battery. The headlamps, taillamps, license Exit Lighting plate lamps, back-up lamps, outside If some interior lamps are left on mirror lamps, exterior door handle...
Page 169 Infotainment System Infotainment Phone Introduction Bluetooth (Overview) ..7-19 System Bluetooth (Infotainment Infotainment Controls) ....7-20 Bluetooth (Voice Read the following pages to Recognition) .
Page 170: Infotainment System
Infotainment System The infotainment system has built-in engine calibrations, exhaust system, Theft-Deterrent Feature features intended to help with this microphones, radio, or speakers are TheftLock® is designed to by disabling some functions when modified or replaced. This could discourage theft of the vehicle's driving.
Page 171: Overview
Infotainment System Press and hold to clear the Overview screen and display the time. Infotainment System Overview The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons on the faceplate Press to mute the system. and steering wheel controls. Press again to unmute. Turn the knob to adjust the volume.
Page 172: Home Page
Infotainment System For AM, FM, or SiriusXM® On a page accessed (Home Page) (if equipped), press to seek directly by a faceplate See Home Page following to the previous strong button or Home Page station. in this section. screen button, press BACK to go to the 7.
Page 173 Infotainment System PHONE: Select the PHONE screen Valet Mode: Return to Factory Settings: See icon to display the Phone main Return to Factory Settings later in 1. Type a four-digit code on the page. See PHONE in this section. this section. circular numeric keypad.
Page 174 Infotainment System Press the MENU knob to grab Bose® AudioPilot® (If Rear Camera (If Equipped) the station tab. Turn the MENU Equipped): This feature can be From the Rear Camera screen knob and the station tab will turned on or off. Turning it on will button, the following may be follow the path to the desired adjust the volume level to...
Page 175: Software Updates
See Steering Wheel Controls on clears all private information from Cadillac page 5 2. the vehicle. Select Clear All Private In the U.S., see www.cadillac.com. Data. Select Cancel or Continue. AM, FM, SiriusXM (If Equipped) In Canada, see www.cadillac.ca. Select...
Page 176 Infotainment System 4. Turn the MENU knob to highlight to the left for more sound from Bose® AudioPilot® (If either AM, FM, or SiriusXM (if the front speakers and to the Equipped): This feature can be equipped) and press the MENU right for more sound from the turned on or off.
Page 177: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System Rear: Adjusts the audio to give Also see the radio settings common Mixed-Audio Favorites the rear seat occupants the best for all sources earlier in this section. Favorites can be stored including possible sound quality. radio stations. Finding a Station Centerpoint®: Turns on Bose To display the favorites page, press Centerpoint®...
Page 178: Radio Reception
7-10 Infotainment System variety of programming and SiriusXM Messages XM Radio ID: If tuned to station 0, commercial-free music, coast to this message displays with the XM XL (Explicit Language coast, and in digital-quality sound. radio eight-digit radio ID label. This Channels): These stations, or any A service fee is required to receive label is needed to activate the...
Page 179: Backglass Antenna
Infotainment System 7-11 interference, some static can occur, Cell Phone Usage not be covered by the vehicle especially around tall buildings or warranty. Do not clear the inside Cell phone usage, such as making hills, causing the sound to fade in rear window with sharp objects.
Page 180: Audio Players
7-12 Infotainment System Audio Players There can be increased skipping, 2. Insert a disc into the slot, label difficulty in recording tracks, side up. The player pulls it in the difficulty in finding tracks, and/or rest of the way. If the disc is CD Player difficulty in loading and ejecting.
Page 181 Infotainment System 7-13 to the previous track. If longer If a Blu-ray Disc or DVD disc is medium, medium-high, and high. than five seconds, the current loaded into the CD player and the Press BACK to go to the track starts from the beginning. CD screen button is selected, a previous menu.
Page 182 7-14 Infotainment System There are load or eject errors. Recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW. Error Messages If the CD is not playing correctly, for Root Directory If Disc Error displays and/or the disc any other reason, try a known comes out, it could be for one of the The root directory is treated as a good CD.
Page 183: Usb Port
Infotainment System 7-15 USB Port While the USB source is active, use Auto Volume: If equipped, see the icons on the screen to operate Playing an Audio CD. Playing from a USB USB function: Bose® AudioPilot®: If equipped, A USB mass storage device or this feature can be turned on or off.
Page 184 7-16 Infotainment System iPod touch® (1st and 2nd iPod music information displays on Tone Settings: Select to adjust generation) the radio s display and begins Bass, Midrange, Treble, Balance, playing through the vehicle s audio Fade, and EQ (Equalizer). See There may be problems with system.
Page 185: Sd Card Reader
Infotainment System 7-17 Browse iPod Media 4. To begin playback, select a song 4. Turn the MENU knob to highlight from the album. and press to select an album to Use the following to browse: view songs. Albums: Playlists: 5. Turn the MENU knob to highlight 1.
Page 186: Auxiliary Jack
7-18 Infotainment System Set up any SD card while the This jack is not an audio output. Do AUX Menu vehicle is in P (Park). not plug headphones into the Press the MENU knob to display the auxiliary input jack. Drivers are 1.
Page 187: Bluetooth (Overview)
Infotainment System 7-19 Phone duplicate or rarely used entries. WARNING (Continued) If possible, program speed dial or other shortcuts. Bluetooth (Overview) (navigation) system. Taking your Review the controls and eyes off the road too long or too Instructions for using the cell phone operation of the infotainment often could cause a crash may differ between infotainment...
Page 188: Controls)
7-20 Infotainment System Bluetooth Controls PHONE: Press to enter the phone knob during a call to change the main menu. See Bluetooth volume level. The system maintains Use the buttons on the faceplate (Infotainment Controls) on a minimum volume level. and the steering wheel to operate page 7 20 or Bluetooth (Voice the Bluetooth system.
Page 189 Infotainment System 7-21 MUTE MIC: Press the area just vehicle before it can be used. See paired to the system. To link to a above the chrome bar and below your cell phone manufacturer's user different paired phone, see MUTE MIC to mute the current call. guide for Bluetooth functions before Linking to a Different Phone pairing the cell phone.
Page 190 7-22 Infotainment System system recognizes the new 3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight Making a Call Using connected phone after the the phone to be deleted. Phone Book pairing process is complete. 4. Press the area just above the For cell phones that support the 6.
Page 191 Infotainment System 7-23 To make a call using the Phone 3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight Accepting a Call Book menu: the contact or the phone To accept a call, do one of the number. 1. Turn the MENU knob, then press following: to select the PHONE screen 4.
Page 192: Recognition)
7-24 Infotainment System Accepting a Call Waiting Call Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Bluetooth (Voice (DTMF) Tones Recognition) To accept a call waiting call, do one of the following: The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can Using Voice Recognition send numbers during a call. This is Press the area just above the used when calling a menu-driven chrome bar and below the...
Page 193 Infotainment System 7-25 Pairing Information 2. Say Bluetooth. Listing All Paired and Connected Phones Up to five cell phones can be 3. Say Pair. The system responds The system can list all cell phones paired to the Bluetooth system. with instructions and a four-digit Personal Identification Number paired to it.
Page 194 7-26 Infotainment System Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone 3. Say the phone number or group of numbers all at once with no Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, pauses, then follow the the Bluetooth system looks for the The following commands are used directions given by the system to next available cell phone in the...
Page 195 Infotainment System 7-27 Using the Delete Command 2. Say Directory. Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio 3. Say Hands-Free Calling. 1. Press . The system responds speakers. Ready, followed by a tone. 4. Say List. Calling 911 Emergency 2.
Page 196 7-28 Infotainment System To hear all of the numbers Once connected, the person called Press to disconnect the recognized by the system, say will be heard through the audio current call and switch to the call Verify at any time. speakers.
Page 197 Infotainment System 7-29 Transferring a Call phone. See your cell phone Dual Tone Multi-Frequency manufacturer's user guide for more (DTMF) Tones Audio can be transferred between information. the Bluetooth system and the cell The Bluetooth system can send phone. Voice Pass-Thru numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call.
Page 198 7-30 Infotainment System Trademarks and iPod and iPhone are trademarks of In Canada: Some deterioration of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in service may occur in extreme License Agreements the U.S. and other countries. northern latitudes. This is beyond the control of SiriusXM® Satellite FCC Information Radio.
Page 199 Infotainment System 7-31 It is prohibited to copy, decompile, 2. For products to be distributed, disassemble, reverse engineer, marketed, and/or sold in hack, manipulate, or otherwise Canada, a separate agreement make available any technology or is required with Canadian software incorporated in receivers Satellite Radio Inc.
Page 200 7-32 Infotainment System NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 201 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Base) Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control For vehicles with this system, it controls the heating, cooling, and ventilation. System (Base) ....8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Uplevel) .
Page 202 Climate Controls 11. Recirculation passenger settings are adjusted, the light will not come on. Press SYNC button is displayed when the select recirculation; press it again to Automatic Operation temperatures are unlinked. select outside air. The system automatically controls Manual Operation English units can be changed to the fan speed, air delivery, air metric units through the instrument...
Page 203 Climate Controls To change the current mode, select Press AUTO to return to automatic Manual recirculation mode is not one of the following: operation and the air conditioner available when in Defrost or Defog runs as needed. When the indicator modes.
Page 204 Climate Controls turning off. At higher vehicle anything else that is sharp. This Sensors speeds, the rear window defogger may damage the rear window may stay on continuously. defogger grid and affect the radio's ability to pick up stations The rear window defogger can be clearly.
Page 205 Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Uplevel) The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation. Climate Touch Screen Controls 1. Outside Air Temperature Display 2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Displays Climate Control Buttons 3.
Page 206 Climate Controls Climate Control Touch Screen adjusted. The air delivery mode can To improve fuel efficiency and to be adjusted on the climate control cool the vehicle faster, recirculation The fan, air delivery mode, A/C status screen. may be automatically selected in mode, and SYNC settings can be warm weather.
Page 207 Climate Controls SYNC (Synchronized Air Delivery Mode Control: Press (Defrost): Clears the Temperature): Press SYNC on the the CLIMATE touch screen button to windshield of fog or frost more touch screen to link all climate zone select climate control. Press the air quickly.
Page 208 Climate Controls Quality Control, see Climate and system does not detect possible auto rear defogger turns off Air Quality under Vehicle window fogging, it returns to normal automatically after about Personalization on page 5 41. operation. To turn Auto Defog off or 10 minutes.
Page 209: Air Vents
Climate Controls Remote Start Climate Control The climate control system uses the Air Vents Operation: For vehicles with the sensor information to adjust the Adjustable air vents are in the remote vehicle start feature, the temperature, fan speed, center and on the side of the climate control system may run recirculation, and air delivery mode instrument panel.
Page 210: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
8-10 Climate Controls Operation Tips Maintenance Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from air inlets at the Passenger Compartment base of the windshield that could Air Filter block the flow of air into the vehicle. The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside Keep the path under the front air that is pulled into the vehicle.
Page 211 Climate Controls 8-11 Service This vehicle may have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant, R1234yf. This refrigerant has a significantly reduced global warming impact on the environment, compared to the traditional automotive refrigerant, R-134a. All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle.
Page 212 8-12 Climate Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 213 Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Parking Brake (Manual) ..9-31 Power (RAP) ....9-20 Brake Assist ....9-32 Operating Shifting Into Park (Automatic Hill Start Assist (HSA) .
Page 214: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-61 distractions.
Page 215: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle WARNING between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 216: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the vehicle seems harder to steer See specific vehicle steering vehicle is being driven, brake than normal when parking or driving messages under Vehicle Messages normally but do not pump the slowly, there may be a problem with on page 5 30.
Page 217: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Antilock Brake System (ABS) 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids allows steering while braking. one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not Off-Road Recovery pavement edge.
Page 218: Racing Or Other Competitive Driving
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, boiling point >279 °C (534 °F) is For 3.6L Engine Only: Keep the acceleration, or braking, qualified. If racing brake fluid is level at or near 0.5 L (0.5 qt) above including reducing vehicle speed used, replace it with GM the upper mark that shows the by shifting to a lower gear.
Page 219: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Pass with caution. Driving on Wet Roads WARNING (Continued) Keep windshield wiping Rain and wet roads can reduce equipment in good shape. happens, you and other vehicle vehicle traction and affect your Keep the windshield washer fluid occupants could drown.
Page 220: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating Pay attention to special road Hill and Mountain Roads WARNING signs (falling rocks area, winding Driving on steep hills or through roads, long grades, passing or Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving no-passing zones) and take or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 221 Driving and Operating Try not to break the fragile traction. Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) If you accelerate too fast, the drive Being stuck in snow can be a wheels will spin and polish the serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: surface under the tires even more.
Page 222: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
9-10 Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get WARNING (Continued) it Out Slowly and cautiously spin the For more information about Turn the steering wheel left and wheels to free the vehicle when carbon monoxide, see Engine right to clear the area around the stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 223: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating 9-11 Vehicle Load Limits 2. Maximum Vehicle Capacity WARNING (Continued) Weight It is very important to know how 3. Size of the Original Equipment vehicle handles. This could much weight the vehicle can Tires cause loss of control and a carry.
Page 224 9-12 Driving and Operating There is also important loading The resulting figure equals If your vehicle will be towing information on the Certification the available amount of cargo a trailer, the load from your label. It tells you the Gross and luggage load capacity.
Page 225 Driving and Operating 9-13 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg Example 2 = 453 kg Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
Page 226 9-14 Driving and Operating seating positions. The combined fuel, and cargo. Never exceed If you put things inside the weight of the driver, passengers, the GVWR for the vehicle, or the vehicle like suitcases, tools, and cargo should never exceed Gross Axle Weight Rating packages, or anything the vehicle's capacity weight.
Page 227: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-15 Starting and next lower gear. This rule WARNING (Continued) applies at all times, not just Operating during the break-in period. Never stack heavier Check engine oil with every things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In refueling and add if necessary. inside the vehicle so that Oil and fuel consumption may be Follow these recommended...
Page 228: Ignition Positions
9-16 Driving and Operating Ignition Positions to the keyless access system. See Manual Transmission Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) If the vehicle is stationary, the System Operation on page 2 3. ignition will turn OFF, and Retained To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle Accessory Power (RAP) will remain active.
Page 229 Driving and Operating 9-17 If the vehicle must be shut off in an The ignition will switch from ACC/ WARNING emergency: ACCESSORY to OFF after five minutes to prevent battery 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while rundown.
Page 230: Starting The Engine
9-18 Driving and Operating The instruments and audio systems Notice: If you add electrical parts Starting Procedure (Keyless Access) will operate as they do in ON/RUN, or accessories, you could change but the vehicle will not be able to be the way the engine operates.
Page 231: Engine Heater
Driving and Operating 9-19 If the battery in the keyless Engine cranking can be stopped the same thing. This clears the access transmitter needs by pressing the START button a extra gasoline from the engine. replacing, a DIC message second time. Do not race the engine displays.
Page 232: Shifting Into Park
9-20 Driving and Operating To Use the Engine Coolant 4. Before starting the engine, be Shifting Into Park sure to unplug and store the Heater (Automatic Transmission) cord as it was before to keep it 1. Turn off the engine. away from moving engine parts.
Page 233: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-21 Leaving the Vehicle with the and then shift into P (Park). To find WARNING (Continued) out how, see "Shifting Into Park" Engine Running (Automatic listed previously. Transmission) If you are towing a trailer, see If torque lock does occur, the Driving Characteristics and vehicle may need to be pushed WARNING...
Page 234: Parking Over Things That Burn
9-22 Driving and Operating To shift out of P (Park): Parking Parking over Things That Burn 1. Apply the brake pedal. If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before getting out of 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN or the vehicle, move the shift lever into WARNING ACC/ACCESSORY.
Page 235: Engine Exhaust
Driving and Operating 9-23 Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings WARNING It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be...
Page 236: Automatic Transmission
9-24 Driving and Operating Automatic from P (Park) with the ignition in ON/ WARNING RUN. If you cannot shift out of Transmission P (Park), ease pressure on the shift It is dangerous to get out of the lever and push the shift lever all the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully way into P (Park) as you maintain in P (Park) with the parking brake...
Page 237: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-25 is already moving, use N (Neutral) D (Drive): This position is for Manual Mode only. You can also use N (Neutral) normal driving. It provides the best Driver Shift Control (DSC) when the vehicle is being towed. fuel economy.
Page 238 9-26 Driving and Operating To use DSC using the shift lever: If equipped, the tap shift controls While using the DSC feature, the are on the back of the steering vehicle will have firmer, quicker 1. Move the shift lever to the left wheel.
Page 239: Manual Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-27 Manual Transmission 2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal WARNING and let up on the accelerator pedal, If the vehicle has a manual then shift into 2 (Second). Then, If you skip a gear when you transmission, the shift lever is slowly let up on the clutch pedal downshift, you could lose control located on the center console...
Page 240: System (Abs)
9-28 Driving and Operating Drive Systems Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a System (ABS) computer senses that the wheels Vehicles with this feature always are slowing down.
Page 241 Driving and Operating 9-29 suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake (Electric) The vehicle may have an Electric leave enough room up ahead to Parking Brake (EPB). The switch for stop, even with ABS. the EPB is on the center console for vehicles with a manual Using ABS transmission, or on the left side of...
Page 242 9-30 Driving and Operating EPB Apply If the parking brake status light the vehicle is not moving. This is flashes continuously, then the EPB normal, and is done to periodically The EPB can be applied any time is only partially applied or released, check the correct operation of the the vehicle is stopped.
Page 243: Parking Brake (Manual)
Driving and Operating 9-31 EPB release may take a longer The EPB can also be used to Parking Brake (Manual) period of time than normal when this prevent roll back for vehicles with a light is on. Continue to hold the manual transmission taking off on a switch until the parking brake status hill.
Page 244: Brake Assist
9-32 Driving and Operating brake is fully released and the power brake system under completely stops and holds the brake warning light is off before conditions where the driver has vehicle in a complete standstill on a driving. quickly and forcefully applied the grade, HSA will be automatically brake pedal in an attempt to quickly activated.
Page 245: Ride Control Systems
Driving and Operating 9-33 Ride Control Systems conditions, the system should 2. Turn the engine off and wait always be left on. But, TCS can be 15 seconds. turned off if needed. Traction Control 3. Start the engine. System (TCS) still comes on and stays on at a speed above 20 km/h (13 mph), see The vehicle has TCS, which limits...
Page 246: System
9-34 Driving and Operating ® system will not limit wheel spin. StabiliTrak System Driving should be adjusted The vehicle has a vehicle stability accordingly. Press and release enhancement system called again to turn the system back on. StabiliTrak. It is an advanced It may be necessary to turn the computer controlled system that system off if the vehicle gets stuck...
Page 247 Driving and Operating 9-35 comes on and stays on, reset the system: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. TCS/StabiliTrak Light 3. Start the engine. When the stability control system still comes on and stays on at a activates, flashes on the speed above 20 km/h (13 mph), see...
Page 248: Driver Mode Control
9-36 Driving and Operating on in the instrument cluster. When to achieve the desired mode Press the MODE button on the StabiliTrak is turned off, the system characteristics. If the vehicle is center console to make a mode will not assist with directional control equipped with MagneRide , selection.
Page 249: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Driving and Operating 9-37 throttle input, and vehicle lateral Limited-Slip Rear Axle Cruise Control acceleration. The steering will Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle change to provide more precise can give more traction on snow, WARNING control. If the vehicle has mud, ice, sand, or gravel.
Page 250 9-38 Driving and Operating If the StabiliTrak® system begins to +RES (Resume/Accelerate): Setting Cruise Control limit wheel spin while using cruise Press the control up briefly to If the cruise button is on when not in control, the cruise control resume to a previously set speed or use, it could get bumped and go into automatically disengages.
Page 251 Driving and Operating 9-39 Once the vehicle speed reaches The speedometer reading can be The speedometer reading can be about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, displayed in either English or metric displayed in either English or metric press +RES up briefly on the units.
Page 252: Adaptive Cruise Control
9-40 Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control vehicle detected directly ahead in WARNING your path moving in the same There are four ways to end cruise direction. If no vehicle is detected in control: ACC has limited braking ability your path, ACC works like regular and may not have time to slow Step lightly on the brake pedal cruise control.
Page 253 Driving and Operating 9-41 SET (Set/Coast): Press the WARNING (Continued) control down briefly to set the speed and activate ACC or to decrease Do not use Adaptive Cruise vehicle speed if ACC is already Control when: activated. To decrease speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET down to On winding and hilly roads or the first detent.
Page 254 9-42 Driving and Operating ACC will not set at a speed less The ACC indicator displays in the Increasing Speed While ACC is at a Set Speed than 40 km/h (25 mph), although it instrument cluster and Head-Up can be resumed when driving at Display (HUD) (if equipped).
Page 255 Driving and Operating 9-43 To increase vehicle speed in Press and hold SET down until Press on the steering wheel to larger increments, press +RES the desired lower speed is adjust the following gap. Each press up to the second detent. For reached, then release it.
Page 256 9-44 Driving and Operating Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward the front, or both sides of the Safety ACC automatically slows the vehicle Collision Alert (FCA) System on Alert Seat will pulse five times. See down and adjusts vehicle speed to page 9 53.
Page 257 Driving and Operating 9-45 Notification to Resume ACC (Manual) on page 9 31. To resume WARNING (Continued) ACC and release the electric ACC will maintain a follow gap parking brake, press the accelerator behind a detected vehicle and slow appears due to a vehicle ahead pedal and then RES+.
Page 258 9-46 Driving and Operating ACC Override ACC may operate differently in a WARNING (Continued) sharp curve. It may reduce the If using the accelerator pedal while vehicle speed if the curve is too ACC is active, a DIC warning accelerates up to the set speed, sharp.
Page 259 Driving and Operating 9-47 Other Vehicle Lane Changes Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills or when towing a trailer. ACC will not detect a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep hills. The driver will often need to take over acceleration and braking on steep hills, especially when towing a trailer.
Page 260: Driver Assistance Systems
9-48 Driving and Operating Cleaning the Sensing System Driver Assistance WARNING (Continued) The camera sensor on the back of Systems the rearview mirror and the radar Under many conditions, these sensors on the front of the vehicle This vehicle may have features that systems will not: can become blocked by snow, ice, work together to help avoid crashes...
Page 261: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing
Driving and Operating 9-49 Audible or Safety Alert Seat When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), the RVC displays an Some driver assistance features image of the area behind the vehicle alert the driver of obstacles by in the center stack display. beeping.
Page 262 9-50 Driving and Operating Displayed images may be farther or With URPA, as the vehicle backs up closer than they appear. The area at speeds of less than 8 km/h displayed is limited and objects that (5 mph), the sensors on the rear are close to either corner of the bumper detect objects up to 2.5 m bumper or under the bumper do not...
Page 263 Driving and Operating 9-51 Beeps for Front Parking Assist are vehicle is backing too fast to avoid a WARNING higher pitched than for Rear Parking crash with a detected object, it may Assist. automatically brake hard to a stop. The Backing Warning System Vehicles with Adaptive Cruise only operates at speeds greater WARNING...
Page 264: Driving
9-52 Driving and Operating Pressing the brake pedal after the Turning the Features On or Off The Rear Vision Camera (RVC) can vehicle comes to a stop will release be turned on or off through the the Rear Automatic Braking. If the Settings menu on the infotainment brake pedal is not pressed within system.
Page 265: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)
Driving and Operating 9-53 (SBZA), and/or the Active Detecting the Vehicle Ahead WARNING Emergency Braking System can help to avoid a crash or reduce FCA is a warning system and crash damage. does not apply the brakes. When approaching a slower-moving or Forward Collision Alert stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, (FCA) System...
Page 266 9-54 Driving and Operating Collision Alert When your vehicle approaches WARNING another vehicle too rapidly, the red lights, or the collision alert symbol FCA does not provide a warning on the HUD, will flash on the to help avoid a crash, unless it windshield.
Page 267: Active Emergency Braking
Driving and Operating 9-55 Selecting the Alert Timing Press the collision alert/following Unnecessary Alerts gap button on the steering wheel to FCA may provide unnecessary set the FCA timing to Far, Medium, alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles Near, or on some vehicles, Off. The in other lanes, objects that are not first button press shows the current vehicles, or shadows.
Page 268 9-56 Driving and Operating Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) Automatic Collision WARNING (Continued) Preparation (ACP) System IBA may activate when the brake pedal is applied quickly by providing Detect a stopped or ACP may help reduce crash a boost to braking based on the slow-moving vehicle or other damage by applying the vehicle s speed of approach and distance to...
Page 269: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating 9-57 Automatic Braking Side Blind Zone WARNING (Continued) Alert (SBZA) Automatic Braking applies the brakes, even if the driver has not be uncomfortable and startling. To If available, the Side Blind Zone applied the brakes, in many override Automatic Braking, firmly Alert system is a lane-changing aid imminent front-end crash situations...
Page 270 9-58 Driving and Operating How the System Works detected on the same side, the display will flash as an extra The SBZA symbol lights up in the warning not to change lanes. side mirrors when the system SBZA displays may come on when detects a vehicle in the side blind a passed vehicle remains in or zone, indicating it may be unsafe to...
Page 271 Driving and Operating 9-59 SBZA may not operate when the FCC Information direction. LDW will not warn if the SBZA sensors in the left or right turn signal is on or if a sharp See Radio Frequency Statement on corners of the rear bumper are maneuver is made.
Page 272 9-60 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not WARNING (Continued) Seem to Work Properly departing the lane on the side If the LDW symbol does not appear: where it has detected a lane The lane markings on the road marker.
Page 273 Driving and Operating 9-61 Fuel WARNING Use of the recommended fuel is an If the LDW camera sensor is important part of the proper blocked by dirt, snow, or ice, or if maintenance of this vehicle. To help the headlamps are not cleaned or keep the engine clean and maintain properly aimed, or if the optimum vehicle performance, we...
Page 274: Recommended Fuel
9-62 Driving and Operating Recommended Fuel use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or label. If this fuel is not available in higher as soon as possible. states adopting California Emissions If the vehicle has a 2.5L L4 engine Otherwise, you could damage the Standards, the vehicle will operate or a 3.6L V6 engine, use regular engine.
Page 275: Fuel Additives
Driving and Operating 9-63 To check the fuel availability, ask an marketers providing TOP TIER Notice: This vehicle was not auto club, or contact a major oil Detergent Gasoline can be found at designed for fuel that contains company that does business in the www.toptiergas.com.
Page 276: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
9-64 Driving and Operating Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) At a minimum, E85 should meet Notice: Some additives are not ASTM Specification D 5798 or compatible with E85 fuel and can Vehicles that have a yellow fuel cap CGSB Specification 3.512. Filling harm the vehicle's fuel system.
Page 277: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-65 Filling the Tank The cap is behind a locking fuel WARNING (Continued) door on the passenger side of the vehicle. WARNING Fuel can spray out if the fuel To open the fuel door, push the cap is opened too quickly. Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn rearward center edge in and release This spray can happen if the...
Page 278: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-66 Driving and Operating Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not Notice: If a new fuel cap is WARNING (Continued) top off or overfill the tank and wait a needed, be sure to get the right few seconds after you have finished type of cap from your dealer.
Page 279: General Towing
Driving and Operating 9-67 Do not tow a trailer during the Towing WARNING first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, axle, General Towing When towing a trailer, exhaust or other parts. gases may collect at the rear of Information Then during the first 800 km the vehicle and enter if the...
Page 280 9-68 Driving and Operating Towing a trailer requires a certain Passing When turning with a trailer, make amount of experience. The wider turns than normal. Do this so More passing distance is needed combination you are driving is the trailer will not strike soft when towing a trailer.
Page 281 Driving and Operating 9-69 When towing at high altitude on 3. Shift into a gear. WARNING (Continued) steep uphill grades, consider the 4. Release the parking brake. following: Engine coolant will boil at the vehicle and the trailer can be 5.
Page 282: V6 Engine)
9-70 Driving and Operating Trailer Towing (With Maximum trailer weight is calculated the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue assuming only the driver is in the weight the vehicle can carry, which V6 Engine) tow vehicle and it has all the will also reduce the trailer weight the required trailering equipment.
Page 283: Engine)
Driving and Operating 9-71 proper. If they are not, adjustments Towing Equipment Safety Chains might be made by moving some Always attach chains between the Hitches items around in the trailer. vehicle and the trailer. Cross the Use the correct hitch equipment. safety chains under the tongue of Total Weight on Your Vehicle's See your dealer or a hitch dealer for...
Page 284: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-72 Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating.
Page 285 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Washer Fluid ....10-21 Electrical System Brakes ..... 10-22 Electrical System Brake Fluid .
Page 286: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Inspection ....10-54 Appearance Care General Information Tire Rotation ....10-55 Exterior Care .
Page 287: Warning
Vehicle Care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock Doing Your Own many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Service Work wear by-products contain and/or control.
Page 288: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood Before attempting to do your own To open the hood: service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3 30. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed.
Page 289: Engine Compartment
Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview 2.0L L4 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 290 10-6 Vehicle Care 1. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on page 10 21. 2. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Battery on page 10 24. 3. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 10 15. 4.
Page 291 Vehicle Care 10-7 2.5L L4 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 292 10-8 Vehicle Care 1. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on page 10 21. 2. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Battery on page 10 24. 3. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 10 15. 4.
Page 293 Vehicle Care 10-9 3.6L V6 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 294: Engine Oil
10-10 Vehicle Care 1. Windshield Washer Fluid Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine page 10 21. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful 2.
Page 295 Vehicle Care 10-11 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it be damaged. You should drain certification mark indicates that the with a paper towel or cloth, then out the excess oil or limit driving oil has been approved to the dexos1 push it back in all the way.
Page 296: Engine Oil Life System
10-12 Vehicle Care Cold Temperature Operation: In an What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System area of extreme cold, where the Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil temperature falls below 29°C elements that can be unhealthy for ( 20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be This vehicle has a computer system your skin and could even cause...
Page 297: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-13 be changed at least once a year page 5 24. When remaining oil 2. Fully press and release the and at this time the system must be life is low, the CHANGE accelerator pedal three times reset. Your dealer has trained ENGINE OIL SOON message within five seconds.
Page 298: Manual Transmission
10-14 Vehicle Care The vehicle is not equipped with a as possible. See Recommended cap. See Engine Compartment transmission fluid level dipstick. Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 Overview on page 10 5 for reservoir There is a special procedure for for the proper fluid to use.
Page 299: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-15 When to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the air cleaner/ WARNING filter: Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Operating the engine with the air scheduled maintenance intervals. cleaner/filter off can cause you or See Maintenance Schedule on others to be burned.
Page 300 10-16 Vehicle Care 2.0L L4 LTG Engine 2.5L L4 LCV Engine 3.6L V6 LFX Engine 1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and 1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and 1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap Pressure Cap Pressure Cap 2. Engine Cooling Fan (Out 2.
Page 301: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-17 Engine Coolant WARNING WARNING (Continued) The cooling system in the vehicle is Heater and radiator hoses, and mixture, the engine could get too filled with DEX-COOL engine other engine parts, can be very hot but you would not get the coolant.
Page 302 10-18 Vehicle Care Notice: If improper coolant It is normal to see coolant moving in could cause the engine to mixture, inhibitors, or additives the upper coolant hose return line overheat and be severely are used in the vehicle cooling when the engine is running.
Page 303 Vehicle Care 10-19 1. Remove the coolant surge tank WARNING WARNING pressure cap from the top chamber when the cooling Adding only plain water or some You can be burned if you spill system, including the coolant other liquid to the cooling system coolant on hot engine parts.
Page 304: Engine Overheating
10-20 Vehicle Care 4. With the coolant surge tank levels, repeat Steps 1 3 and Notice: Running the engine pressure cap off and the surge reinstall the pressure cap and close without coolant may cause tank service port cap open, start the service port.
Page 305: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-21 3. In heavy traffic, let the engine Washer Fluid WARNING (Continued) idle in N (Neutral) for an What to Use automatic transmission or engine if it overheats, and get out Neutral for a manual When windshield washer fluid is of the vehicle until the engine transmission while stopped.
Page 306: Brakes
10-22 Vehicle Care Notice Brakes Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the When using concentrated This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly washer fluid, follow the brake pads have built-in wear applied.
Page 307: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-23 Replacing Brake System Parts Brake Fluid since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not The braking system on a vehicle is work well. complex. Its many parts have to be Do not top off the brake/clutch fluid. of top quality and work well together Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
Page 308: Battery
10-24 Vehicle Care If brake fluid is spilled on the Checking Brake Fluid Always clean the brake/clutch fluid vehicle's painted surfaces, reservoir cap and the area around The brake/clutch fluid can be the paint finish can be the cap before removing it. This checked without taking off the cap damaged.
Page 309: All-Wheel Drive
Vehicle Care 10-25 After a power loss, such as Vehicle Storage All-Wheel Drive disconnecting the battery or If the vehicle is equipped with removing the maxi fuses in the WARNING All-Wheel-Drive (AWD), this is an power distribution fuse block, the additional system that needs following steps must be performed Batteries have acid that can burn...
Page 310: Starter Switch Check
10-26 Vehicle Care How to Check Lubricant 2. Drain Plug 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room To get an accurate reading, the around the vehicle. vehicle should be on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake.
Page 311: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
Vehicle Care 10-27 With the key access ignition when the clutch pedal is not 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. system, the ignition key should pushed all the way down, See Parking Brake (Electric) on come out only in LOCK/OFF. contact your dealer for service.
Page 312: Replacement
10-28 Vehicle Care To check the parking brake's To replace the windshield wiper 4. Remove the wiper blade. holding ability: With the engine blade: Allowing the wiper blade arm to running and the transmission in 1. Pull the windshield wiper touch the windshield when no N (Neutral), slowly remove foot assembly away from the...
Page 313: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-29 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on WARNING page 10 31. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected.
Page 314: Back-Up Lamps
10-30 Vehicle Care Back-Up Lamps To replace one of these bulbs: License Plate Lamp 1. Reach under the rear fascia and locate the back-up lamp assembly. 2. Remove the bulb socket (1) by turning counterclockwise and pulling straight out of the lamp assembly (2).
Page 315: Electrical System
Vehicle Care 10-31 1. Bulb Socket Replacement Bulbs Electrical System 2. Bulb Bulb Exterior Lamp Electrical System Number 3. Lamp Assembly Overload Back-Up Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: (W16W) The vehicle has fuses and circuit 1. Push the lamp assembly (3) breakers to protect against an License Plate Lamp W5W LL...
Page 316: Fuses And Circuit
10-32 Vehicle Care Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Breakers Fuse Block An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are The underhood fuse block is on the some cases to remain off.
Page 317 Vehicle Care 10-33 Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 318 10-34 Vehicle Care Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Not Used Not Used AFS AHL/ Pedestrian Not Used Headlamp Washer Protection Not Used Not Used Passenger Window Body Control Antilock Brake Switch Module 6 System Pump Body Control Not Used Antilock Brake Module 7 System Valve...
Page 319 Vehicle Care 10-35 Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Fuel Heater AIR Solenoid Right High Intensity Discharge AIR Solenoid Relay Transmission Headlamp Control Module/ Washer Spare Headlamp High Rear Washer Relay Left/Right Headlamp Low Front Washer Relay Relay Horn Not Used Headlamp high Horn Relay Relay...
Page 320: Block
10-36 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays Block shown. The instrument panel fuse block is Notice: Spilling liquid on any in the end of the driver side of the electrical component on the instrument panel.
Page 321 Vehicle Care 10-37 Number Usage Not Used Data Link Connector Not Used Not Used Heater, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Control Electric Steering Column Lock Battery Heated Steering Wheel Not Used Logistics Shunt 1 SDM/AOS Cluster/HUD/ICS/ Steering Wheel Controls I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 322: Block
10-38 Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse Number Usage Number Usage Block Radio/Heater, Power Steering Ventilation, and Air Column Conditioning Not Used Not Used Circuit Usage Accessory Power Breakers Outlet 1 Not Used Accessory Power Outlet 2 CB26 Not Used Steering Wheel Controls Relays Usage...
Page 323 Vehicle Care 10-39 Number Usage Not Used Left Window Body Control Module 8 Not Used Passive Entry Passive Start Battery 1 Body Control Module 4 Heated Mirrors Amplifier Rear Window Defogger Not Used Trailer Connector OnStar (If Equipped) Right Window I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 324 10-40 Vehicle Care Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Electric Parking Not Used Memory Seat Brake Module Semi-Active Not Used Damping System Body Control Module 3 Trunk Release Transfer Case Control Module Not Used Run Relay Theft Module/ Battery Regulated Logistics Relay Universal Garage Voltage Control...
Page 325: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-41 Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury.
Page 326: Winter Tires
10-42 Vehicle Care and weather conditions. Original driving on snow or ice-covered tires with a lower speed rating are equipment tires designed to GM's roads is expected. See your dealer chosen, never exceed the tire's specific tire performance criteria for details regarding winter tire maximum speed capability.
Page 327: Summer Tires
Vehicle Care 10-43 When driving on a deflated run-flat Notice: Using liquid sealants can WARNING (Continued) tire, avoid potholes and other road damage the tire valves and tire hazards that could damage the tire pressure monitor sensors in the the low tire warning light is and/or wheel beyond repair.
Page 328: Tire Sidewall Labeling
10-44 Vehicle Care Tire Sidewall Labeling (2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date Useful information about a tire is Specification) Original of 0310. molded into its sidewall. The equipment tires designed to (4) Tire Identification Number examples show a typical GM's specific tire performance...
Page 329: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-45 resistance. For more information the tire size means a passenger (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of see Uniform Tire Quality vehicle tire engineered to the wheel in inches. Grading on page 10 60. standards set by the U.S. Tire (6) Service Description These and Rim Association.
Page 330 10-46 Vehicle Care steering, power brakes, power before a tire has built up heat GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure Rating for the front axle. See conditioning. on page 10 48. Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 11.
Page 331 Vehicle Care 10-47 Maximum Inflation Pressure Outward Facing Sidewall Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic The maximum air pressure to side of an asymmetrical tire that tire in which the ply cords that which a cold tire can be inflated. has a particular side that faces extend to the beads are laid at The maximum air pressure is outward when mounted on a...
Page 332: Tire Pressure
10-48 Vehicle Care Treadwear Indicators Narrow 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated Notice: Neither tire bands, sometimes called wear cargo load. See Vehicle Load underinflation nor bars, that show across the tread Limits on page 9 11. overinflation is good. of a tire when only 1.6 mm Underinflated tires, or tires Vehicle Maximum Load on the...
Page 333 Vehicle Care 10-49 The Tire and Loading How to Check of the tire valve to release air. Information label on the vehicle Re check the tire pressure with Use a good quality pocket-type the tire gauge. indicates the original equipment gauge to check the tire tires and the correct cold tire pressure.
Page 334: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-50 Vehicle Care Return the tires to the tire inflation pressure label, you WARNING (Continued) recommended cold tire inflation should determine the proper tire pressure when high-speed driving inflation pressure for those tires.) driven at high speeds, make sure has ended. See Vehicle Load Limits As an added safety feature, your the tires are rated for high-speed on page 9 11 and Tire Pressure on...
Page 335: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-51 not reached the level to trigger ensure that the replacement or and wheel assembly. The TPMS illumination of the TPMS low tire alternate tires and wheels allow the sensors monitor the air pressure in pressure telltale. TPMS to continue to function the tires and transmits the tire properly.
Page 336 10-52 Vehicle Care inflated to the correct inflation The TPMS can warn about a low TPMS Malfunction Light and pressure. Using the DIC, tire tire pressure condition but it does Message pressure levels can be viewed. For not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly additional information and details maintenance.
Page 337 Vehicle Care 10-53 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the process was not done or not being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger rotating the tires.
Page 338: Tire Inspection
10-54 Vehicle Care 4. Under the Settings menu select 8. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Inspection Display Options and then Tire front tire, and repeat the We recommend that the tires, Pressure using the five-way DIC procedure in Step 7. including the spare tire, if the control on the right side of the 9.
Page 339 Vehicle Care 10-55 The tire has a puncture, cut, Anytime unusual wear is or other damage that cannot noticed, rotate the tires as soon be repaired well because of as possible, check for proper tire the size or location of the inflation pressure, and check for damage.
Page 340: Tire Rotation
10-56 Vehicle Care Adjust the front and rear tires to WARNING (Continued) the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and off and cause an accident. When Loading Information label after changing a wheel, remove any the tires have been rotated. See rust or dirt from places where the Tire Pressure on page 10 48 wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 341: Tires
Vehicle Care 10-57 When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. slow aging. This area should be free This also applies to the spare tire, of grease, gasoline, or other Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate never used.
Page 342 10-58 Vehicle Care GM's exclusive TPC Spec If proper rotation and WARNING (Continued) system considers over a dozen maintenance have been done, all four tires should wear out at critical specifications that impact could cause injury or death. the overall performance of the about the same time.
Page 343: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-59 The Tire and Loading WARNING WARNING Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the Using bias-ply tires on the If different sized wheels are used, vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits vehicle may cause the wheel there may not be an acceptable on page 9 11, for the label level of performance and safety if rim flanges to develop cracks...
Page 344: Uniform Tire Quality
10-60 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on Grading or to some limited-production the government course as a tire Quality grades can be found tires.
Page 345: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-61 straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory road, the tires and wheels might need to be rebalanced. See your tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum dealer for proper diagnosis. required by law. Warning: The acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction temperature grade for this tire is...
Page 346 10-62 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on Using the wrong replacement Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel the parts to which it is tightened wheel nuts can cause nuts can be dangerous. It could the wheel to become loose and fastened, can make wheel affect the braking and handling of...
Page 347: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-63 Used Replacement Wheels that are the proper size for the WARNING (Continued) tires. Install them on the tires of the rear axle. Don't use chains on WARNING suspension, or other vehicle the tires of the front axle. Tighten parts.
Page 348 10-64 Vehicle Care A rear blowout, particularly on a WARNING WARNING curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction as Special tools and procedures are Lifting a vehicle and getting under used in a skid. Stop pressing the required to service a run-flat tire.
Page 349: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-65 3. Put an automatic transmission in Tire Sealant and WARNING (Continued) P (Park) or a manual Compressor Kit transmission in 1 (First) or and compressor kit instructions R (Reverse). and inflate the tire to its WARNING 4. Turn off the ignition. recommended pressure.
Page 350 10-66 Vehicle Care If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: 2. On/Off Button compressor kit, there may not be a 3. Pressure Gauge spare tire or tire changing 4. Pressure Deflation Button equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store 5.
Page 351 Vehicle Care 10-67 There is only enough sealant to seal 3. Pressure Gauge one tire. After usage, the sealant 4. Pressure Deflation Button canister and sealant/air hose 5. Tire Sealant Canister assembly must be replaced. See Removal and Installation of the 6.
Page 352 10-68 Vehicle Care 1. Remove the tire sealant and 6. Plug the power plug (8) into the 9. Press the on/off button (2) to compressor kit from its storage accessory power outlet in the turn the tire sealant and location. See Storing the Tire vehicle.
Page 353 Vehicle Care 10-69 The pressure gauge (3) may 11. Press the on/off button (2) to read higher than the actual tire turn the tire sealant and pressure while the compressor compressor kit off. is on. Turn the compressor off The tire is not sealed and will to get an accurate pressure continue to leak air until the reading.
Page 354 10-70 Vehicle Care 19. Stop at a safe location and 21. Dispose of the used sealant check the tire pressure. Refer canister (5) and sealant/air to Steps 1 11 under Using the hose (6) assembly at a local Tire Sealant and Compressor dealer or in accordance with Kit without Sealant to Inflate a local state codes and practices.
Page 355 Vehicle Care 10-71 3. Pressure Gauge 3. Place the kit on the ground. 8. Press and turn the selector switch (1) clockwise to the Air 4. Pressure Deflation Button Make sure the tire valve stem is Only position. positioned close to the ground 5.
Page 356: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-72 Vehicle Care excess pressure by pressing 15. Place the equipment in the 2. Press the canister release the pressure deflation original storage location in the button. button (4) until the proper vehicle. 3. Pull up and remove the canister. pressure reading is reached.
Page 357: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-73 Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to For more information about the the vehicle that would not be vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty. page 10 24. Trying to start the vehicle by If the battery has run down, try to pushing or pulling it will not use another vehicle and some...
Page 358 10-74 Vehicle Care The jump start positive post (1) and 3. Set the parking brake firmly and WARNING negative post (2) are on the battery put the shift lever in P (Park) of the vehicle providing the jump with an automatic transmission, An electric fan can start up even start.
Page 359 Vehicle Care 10-75 6. Connect the other end of the red Notice: If the jumper cables are WARNING (Continued) positive (+) cable to the connected or removed in the positive (+) terminal of the good wrong order, electrical shorting add water to take care of that battery.
Page 360: Towing The Vehicle
10-76 Vehicle Care Towing Install the tow eye into the socket by Here are some important things to turning it clockwise until it stops. consider before recreational vehicle When the tow eye is removed, towing: Towing the Vehicle reinstall the cover with the notch in What is the towing capacity of the original position.
Page 361 Vehicle Care 10-77 Dinghy Towing Notice: If the vehicle is towed Dolly Towing with all four wheels on the (Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
Page 362: Appearance Care
10-78 Vehicle Care 4. Put the vehicle in P (Park) for an Appearance Care automatic transmission or in 1 (First) for a manual Exterior Care transmission. Washing the Vehicle 5. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the dolly. To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct 6.
Page 363 Vehicle Care 10-79 exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) cleaners that are marked safe for Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts can result in damage or removal painted surfaces to remove foreign of paint and decals. matter. Regularly clean bright metal parts Rinse the vehicle well, before Occasional hand waxing or mild with water or chrome polish on...
Page 364 10-80 Vehicle Care Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires and dust. Always wash the cloth or paper towel soaked with chrome with soap and water after Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to windshield washer fluid or a mild exposure.
Page 365 Vehicle Care 10-81 check constant velocity joints, material to parts repaired or Interior Care rubber boots, and axle seals for replaced to restore corrosion To prevent dirt particle abrasions, leaks. protection. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Original manufacturer replacement Body Component Lubrication Immediately remove any soils.
Page 366 10-82 Vehicle Care remain on the surface being 3.78 L (1 gal) of water. Notice: Cleaning the windshield cleaned for extended periods A concentrated soap solution will with water during the first three to of time. leave a residue that creates six months of ownership will streaks and attracts dirt.
Page 367 Vehicle Care 10-83 Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and Start by vacuuming the surface center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Radio Displays using a soft brush attachment. If a a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being For vehicles with high gloss...
Page 368 10-84 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase Cargo Cover and gloss, especially on the instrument Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces Convenience Net panel. Reflected glare can decrease Use a soft microfiber cloth Wash with warm water and mild visibility through the windshield dampened with water to remove detergent.
Page 369 Vehicle Care 10-85 Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage. Floor Mats The original equipment floor WARNING mats were designed for your If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended is not properly installed, it can that GM certified floor mats be...
Page 370 10-86 Vehicle Care NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 371: General Information
General Information ..11-1 Maintenance Records expenses resulting from neglect or Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Records ..11-16 inadequate maintenance. It may Maintenance also help to maintain the value of the vehicle if it is sold.
Page 372: Service And Maintenance
11-2 Service and Maintenance Frequently towing a trailer. technicians, the dealer is the place Because of the way people use for routine maintenance such as oil vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Used for high speed or changes and tire rotations and There may need to be more competitive driving.
Page 373: Maintenance Schedule
Cadillac requires that all Cadillac first 4 years or 80 000 km Premium Care Maintenance Once a Month (50,000 mi), whichever comes first. services be performed by a Cadillac Check the tire inflation Cadillac Premium Care authorized service dealer. pressures. See Tire Pressure on Maintenance covers routine page 10 48.
Page 374 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check engine coolant level. See for more than a year. The engine oil or missing parts or signs of Engine Coolant on page 10 17. and filter must be changed at least wear. See Exterior Care on once a year and the oil life system page 10 78.
Page 375 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check on page 10 27. Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed. Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage.
Page 376 11-6 Service and Maintenance I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 377 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Footnotes Maintenance (5) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System on Services Normal page 10 15. (1) Or every two years, whichever (6) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. More frequent comes first.
Page 378 11-8 Service and Maintenance I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 379 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Footnotes Maintenance (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services Services Severe pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer (1) Or every two years, whichever Severe Commercial Use case fluid.
Page 380 11-10 Service and Maintenance Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
Page 381 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Hoses Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall; or a bulge or Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control split in the tire. be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride.
Page 382 11-12 Service and Maintenance Wheel Alignment Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance. provide a clear view. Signs that the alignment may Signs of wear include streaking, need to be adjusted include skipping across the windshield,...
Page 383: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10 10. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
Page 384: Maintenance Replacement Parts
11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 385 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Passenger Compartment Air Filter Particle Filter 13356916 Accessory Odor and Particle Filter 13356914 Spark Plugs 2.0L L4 Engine 12626906 41-116 2.5L L4 Engine 12627160 41-115 3.6L V6 Engine 12622561 41-109 Wiper Blades Driver Side...
Page 386: Maintenance Records
11-16 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 387 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 388 11-18 Service and Maintenance NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 389: Vehicle Identification
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 390: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 391: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Fuel Tank 62.5 L 16.5 gal Transfer Case 0.8 L 0.8 qt Transmission Fluid (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 6-Speed Automatic 6.0 L 6.4 qt Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Page 392 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.0L and 2.5L L4 Engines 3.6L V6 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 393: Customer Information
Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
Page 394 You may contact the BBB Auto Line Center at 1-800-458-8006. In Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Canada, call the Canadian Cadillac dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Customer Care Centre at...
Page 395: Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)
Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Did you get the Warranty Extension Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor Plan? This plan is recommended by not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), General Motors to supplement the addressed after following the...
Page 396: Customer Assistance Offices (U.s. And Canada)
Motors Customer Assistance STEP ONE assistance. However, if a customer Center (CAC) and provide the Explain your case to your dealer wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, following information: service agent, service manager, the letter should be addressed to: Name...
Page 397: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users (U.s. And Canada)
Roadside Service: 1-800-882-1112 United States and Canada hard of hearing, or speech-impaired Overseas 1-866-466-8195 and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment Please contact the local General Costa Rica available at its Customer Assistance Motors Business Unit. 00-800-052-1005 Center.
Page 398: Online Owner Center
Cadillac Owner Centre (Preferred Dealer (Canada) cadillacowner.ca Information): Select a preferred Online Owner Experience dealer and view dealer location, Take a trip to the Cadillac Owner (U.S.) my.cadillac.com maps, phone numbers, and hours. Centre: The Cadillac online owner (Warranty Tracking...
Page 399: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
The Roadside of its term, contact the Cadillac aftermarket adaptive equipment Assistance program is not part of, Customer Assistance Center at required for the vehicle, such as or included, in the coverage 01-800-466-0805.
Page 400 This service is limited to the If the vehicle cannot be received nearest dealer for warranty transfer of the vehicle to the by the nearest Cadillac dealer service if the vehicle cannot be repair facility. due to scheduling conflicts, the driven.
Page 401 Once the dealer has with a carrying capacity greater Cadillac dealership to repair the reported that the vehicle has than 3.5 tons. vehicle the same day, requiring been repaired, Roadside...
Page 402 Assistance program. For more caused by external forces. information, see your new vehicle Cadillac reserves the right to make warranty. Acts of terrorism, riot or uproar, any changes or discontinue the armed forces or police actions...
Page 403 Roadside Service is not a part of the Calling for Service must present identification New Vehicle Limited Warranty. before this service is given. Cadillac and General Motors of When calling Roadside Service, Canada Limited reserve the right to Emergency Tow from a Public have the following information...
Page 404 Cadillac parts and tools required to Lock-Out Service: Vehicle be reimbursed during the handle most roadside repairs. registration is required. 6 years/110 000 km (70,000 mi)
Page 405: Canada)
Customer Information 13-13 Roadside Service. Mechanical If your dealer requests you to bring entitled Limited Warranty and failures may be covered, the vehicle for service, you are Owner Assistance Information however any cost for parts and urged to do so as early in the work furnished with each new vehicle labor for repairs not covered by day as possible to allow for...
Page 406: Collision Damage Repair (U.s. And Canada)
13-14 Customer Information Public Transportation or Fuel Rental reimbursement will be limited General Motors reserves the right to Reimbursement and must be supported by original unilaterally modify, change, receipts. This requires that you sign or discontinue Courtesy If the vehicle requires overnight and complete a rental agreement Transportation at any time and to warranty repairs, and public...
Page 407 Customer Information 13-15 Collision parts are the best choice to poorly, exhibit premature durability/ various insurance policy terms. ensure that the vehicle's designed corrosion problems, and may not Many insurance policies provide appearance, durability, and safety perform properly in subsequent reduced protection to the GM are preserved.
Page 408 13-16 Customer Information Vehicle Identification If a Crash Occurs original GM parts. Remember, Number (VIN). recycled parts will not be covered by If there has been an injury, call the GM vehicle warranty. Insurance company and policy emergency services for help. Do not number.
Page 409: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-17 Service Publications In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Or write to: Owner Manual, and Warranty Ordering Information Helm, Incorporated Booklet. Attention: Customer Service Service Manuals RETAIL SELL PRICE: 47911 Halyard Drive $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Plymouth, MI 48170 Service Manuals have the diagnosis shipping fees.
Page 410: Government
13-18 Customer Information Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call Reporting Safety Defects the Vehicle Safety Hotline to the Canadian Defects toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Government (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Reporting Safety Defects http://www.safercar.gov; or If you live in Canada, and you to the United States believe that the vehicle has a safety write to:...
Page 411: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
For example, the understanding how a vehicle s Center vehicle uses computer modules to systems performed. The EDR is Cadillac Motor Car Division monitor and control engine and designed to record data related to P.O. Box 33169 transmission performance, to...
Page 412: Onstar
13-20 Customer Information These data can help provide a if the vehicle is leased, with the system may result in the storage of better understanding of the consent of the lessee; in response destinations, addresses, telephone circumstances in which crashes and to an official request by police or numbers, and other trip information.
Page 413: Statement
Customer Information 13-21 Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN/210/220/310. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 414 13-22 Customer Information NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 415: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Push Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
Page 416: Emergency
14-2 OnStar Push the OnStar Emergency button OnStar Services equipped with automatic door locks, to get a priority connection to an and can help police locate the Emergency Advisor available vehicle if it is stolen. Emergency 24/7 to: Navigation With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency.
Page 417: Connections
OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands 2. Say Repeat. System responds Destination Download: Push with the last direction given, then During a Planned Route then request the Advisor to responds with OnStar ready, download directions to the Cancel Route then a tone. navigation system in the vehicle.
Page 418 14-4 OnStar Hands-Free Calling Retrieve My Number 5. Say Yes or No to try again. System responds: OK, storing 1. Push . System responds: 1. Push . System responds: <name tag>. OnStar ready. OnStar ready. Place a Call Using a Stored 2.
Page 419: Onstar Additional Information
OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling perform a vehicle check every are available on most vehicles. Not Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, all OnStar services are available transmission, antilock brakes, and everywhere or on all vehicles.
Page 420 14-6 OnStar network capacity, reception, and Services for People with OnStar.com technology compatible with OnStar Disabilities The website provides access to service. Service involving location account information, manages the Advisors provide services to help information about the vehicle cannot OnStar subscription, and allows subscribers with physical disabilities work unless GPS signals are viewing of videos of each service.
Page 421 OnStar 14-7 manufacturer of the vehicle garages; or in an area with very Unable to Connect to OnStar furnishes detailed warranty dense trees. If GPS signals are Message information. not available, the OnStar system If there is limited cellular coverage should still operate to call Languages or the cellular network has reached...
Page 422 14-8 OnStar Privacy Permission to use, copy, modify, Except as contained in this notice, and distribute this software for any the name of a copyright holder shall The complete OnStar Privacy purpose with or without fee is not be used in advertising or Statement may be found at hereby granted, provided that the otherwise to promote the sale, use...
Page 423 OnStar 14-9 Johnny Lee, Onno van der Linden, 2. Redistributions in binary form Info-ZIP releases including, but Igor Mandrichenko, Steve P. Miller, (compiled executables) must not limited to, labeling of the Sergio Monesi, Keith Owens, reproduce the above copyright altered versions with the names George Petrov, Greg Roelofs, Kai notice, definition, disclaimer, and Info-ZIP (or any variation...
Page 424 14-10 OnStar NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 425 INDEX Airbag System AM-FM Radio ....7-7 Check ......3-31 Antenna Accessories and How Does an Airbag...
Page 426 INDEX Automatic Transmission Braking System Carbon Monoxide Manual Mode ....9-25 Active Emergency ... .1-19 Engine Exhaust .
Page 427: Driver Information
INDEX Cleaning Cooling System ....10-15 Defensive Driving ....9-3 Exterior Care ....10-78 Engine Messages .
Page 428 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Emergency Event Data Recorders ..13-19 ® Highway Hypnosis ... . . 9-7 OnStar ..... .14-2 Exit Lighting .
Page 429 INDEX Front Seats Heated ......3-8 Garage Door Opener ..5-49 Halogen Bulbs .
Page 430: Lane Departure
INDEX High-Beam On Light ... 5-22 Lamps (cont'd) High-Speed Operation ..10-49 Messages ....5-34 Jack Highway Hypnosis .
Page 431: Recommended Fluids
INDEX Lights Locks Memory Seats ....3-6 Airbag Readiness ... . .5-12 Automatic Door ....2-12 Messages Antilock Brake System Delayed Locking .
Page 432: Onstar Additional
INDEX Mirrors Automatic Dimming Engine ..... . 10-10 Park Rearview ....2-19 Engine Oil Life System .
Page 433: Retained Accessory
INDEX Power Radios Replacement Bulbs ... 10-31 Door Locks ....2-11 AM-FM Radio ....7-7 Replacement Parts Mirrors .
Page 434 i-10 INDEX Rotation, Tires ....10-55 Seats Service (cont'd) Routing, Engine Drive Belt ..12-4 Head Restraints ....3-2 Publications Ordering Run-Flat Tires .
Page 435 INDEX i-11 Start Assist, Hills ....9-32 System Tires (cont'd) Start Vehicle, Remote ..2-8 Active Emergency Braking ..9-55 Inspection .
Page 436 i-12 INDEX Towing Transportation Program, Driving Characteristics ..9-67 Courtesy ....13-13 Vehicle Equipment ....9-71 Trip Odometer .
Page 437 INDEX i-13 Windshield Replacement ....10-28 Warning Wiper/Washer ....5-3 Brake System Light .
Page 438 i-14 INDEX NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

Cadillac 2013 ATS Owenrs Manual

Table of Contents

In Brief 1-1 in Brief

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks

Keys and Locks

Vehicle Security

Windows

Roof

3-1 Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Airbag System

Instruments and Controls

Infotainment System

Introduction

Radio

Phone

Driving and

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Engine Exhaust

Automatic Transmission

Drive Systems

Ride Control Systems

Cruise Control

Driver Assistance

Conversions and Add-Ons

Quick Links

Chapters

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