Page 1 2007 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 7 Front Seats ... 8 Rear Seats ... 18 Safety Belts ... 20 Child Restraints ... 42 Airbag System ... 68 Restraint System Check Features and Controls ... 89 Keys ...
Page 2 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires ... 392 Appearance Care ... 435 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ... 445 Electrical System ... 446 Capacities and Speciﬁcations Maintenance Schedule ... 459 ... 390 Maintenance Schedule Customer Assistance Information ... 481 Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects ...
Page 3: Canadian Owners
For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 15864562 A First Printing...
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 6 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Front Seats ... 8 Manual Seats ... 8 Power Seats ... 9 Power Lumbar ... 10 Heated Seats ... 10 Memory Seat and Mirrors ... 11 Reclining Seatbacks ... 14 Head Restraints ... 17 Rear Seats ... 18 Split Folding Rear Seat ...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: If the 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 seatback to be sure it is locked. Your vehicle may have manual seats.
Page 9: Power Seats
Power Seats If the vehicle has power seats, the controls used to operate them are located on the outboard side of the seats. • Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the horizontal control forward or rearward. • Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the horizontal control up or down.
Page 10: Power Lumbar
Power Lumbar Your vehicle may have this feature. The driver’s and passenger’s seatback lumbar support can be adjusted by moving the control located on the outboard side of the seat cushions. To increase or decrease support, hold the control forward or rearward. Keep in mind that as your seating position changes, as it may during long trips, so should the position of your lumbar support.
Page 11: Memory Seat And Mirrors
To turn on the heated seats, press the button once. The seat will heat to the HI setting. Press the button again to switch to the LO setting. Pressing the button a third time turns the system off. The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on.
Page 12 If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the vehicle must be in PARK (P) to recall the stored driving positions. If your vehicle has a manual transmission and the engine is running, the parking brake must be set to recall the memory seat driving positions. The stored driving positions can be recalled without setting the parking brake if the vehicle is off.
Page 13 3. Press and hold the exit button located above buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door armrest for at least three seconds. Two beeps will sound to conﬁrm that the exit position has been saved. 4. Repeat the procedure for a second driver using memory seat button 2 or the RKE transmitter, that has the number 2 on the back of it.
Page 14: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 15 To return the seatback to an upright position, do the following: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 16 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 17: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the occupant’s head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the...
Page 18: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seat Your vehicle may have a split folding rear seat. A split folding rear seat allows you to carry long cargo by folding down part or all of the rear seat. Use the following steps to lower one or both of the rear seatbacks: 1.
Page 19 To return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: CAUTION: If the 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 seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 20: Safety Belts
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly.
Page 21 CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Page 22 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels.
Page 23 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 24 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense.
Page 25: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Page 26: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 42 or Infants and Young Children on page 45.
Page 27 The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
Page 28 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 29 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 30 What is wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen.
Page 31 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 32 What is wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 33: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women.
Page 34: Right Front Passenger Position
Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 26. The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt — except for one thing. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle the belt.
Page 35 Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 36 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 37 The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.
Page 38: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 39 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat.
Page 40 CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 41: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. Although you cannot see them, they are located on the buckle end of the safety belts. They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crash.
Page 42: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. What is the proper way to wear safety belts? An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 43 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
Page 44 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 45: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 46 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force...
Page 47 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 48 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Page 49: Child Restraint Systems
CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 50 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 51 A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Page 52 Securing an Add-on Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual.
Page 53: Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint There are several systems for securing the child within the child restraint. One system, the three-point harness, has straps that come down over each of the infant’s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch. The ﬁve-point harness system has two shoulder straps, two hip straps, and a crotch strap.
Page 54: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
Page 55: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH-compatible child restraint...
Page 56 Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash.
Page 57 To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion, showing where the anchors are located. To assist you in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is located on the trim cover.
Page 58 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
Page 59 CAUTION: Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Secure any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, if your vehicle has one, after the child restraint has been...
Page 60 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. 2.2.
Page 61: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat Position
If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts. 3. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 62 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 63: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
5. If your child restraint has a top tether, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to step ﬁve under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 55. 6.
Page 64 A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates.
Page 65 If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 55. There is no top tether anchor in the right front passenger’s position. Do not secure a child seat in this position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored.
Page 66 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. 4.
Page 67 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. You may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6.
Page 68: Airbag System
A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers heaters or massagers, located between the seat cushion and the child restraint or small occupant, can affect how the passenger sensing system operates. Remove any additional material from the seat cushion before reinstalling/securing the child restraint or small occupant.
Page 69 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it.
Page 70 CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you are too close to an inﬂating airbag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for airbag inﬂation before and during a crash.
Page 71: Where Are The Airbags
There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 192 for more information. Where Are the Airbags? The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
Page 72 The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s seat-mounted side impact airbag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door.
Page 73 The right front passenger’s seat-mounted side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. The roof-mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the passenger directly behind the driver is in the ceiling above the side windows.
Page 74 The roof-mounted side impact airbag for the front passenger and the passenger directly behind the front passenger is in the ceiling above the side windows. CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.
Page 75: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inﬂate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non-deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in...
Page 76: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
Frontal airbags (driver and right front passenger) are not intended to inﬂate during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts. The side impact airbags are intended to inﬂate in moderate to severe side crashes. A side impact airbag will inﬂate if the crash severity is above the system’s designed “threshold level.”...
Page 77: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
But the frontal airbags would not help you in many types of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts, and many side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward the airbag. Side impact airbags would not help you in many types of collisions, including many frontal or near frontal collisions, rollovers, and rear impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is not...
Page 78 The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deﬂated airbags. Airbag inﬂation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle.
Page 79: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible when you turn your ignition key to ON or START. The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off, will be visible on the rearview mirror during the system check.
Page 80 Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right...
Page 81 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if: • The right front passenger seat is unoccupied. • The system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat. • The system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint.
Page 82 passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled, the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active. For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag, depending upon the person’s seating posture and body build.
Page 83 CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag.
Page 84: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. You do not want the system to inﬂate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system.
Page 85: Adding Equipment To Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, front end or side sheet metal or height, they may keep the airbag system from working properly.
Page 86: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 87: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary...
Page 88 NOTES...
Page 89: Features And Controls
Section 2 Keys ... 91 Remote Keyless Entry System ... 92 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ... 93 Doors and Locks ... 96 Door Locks ... 96 Central Door Unlocking System ... 97 Power Door Locks ... 97 Delayed Locking ... 98 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...
Page 90 Section 2 ® OnStar System ... 137 Universal Home Remote System ... 139 Universal Home Remote System (With Three Round LED) ... 139 Universal Home Remote System (With One Triangular LED) ... 140 Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED) ... 141 Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED) ...
Page 91: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 92: Remote Keyless Entry System
Notice: If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside ® Service . See Roadside Service on page 488.
Page 93: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
At times you may notice a decrease in operating range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: •...
Page 94 (Unlock): Press this symbol on the RKE transmitter to unlock the driver’s door. This also disarms the theft-deterrent system. Press the button again to unlock the other doors. You can program your vehicle so that the exterior lamps will ﬂash when you unlock the doors with the RKE transmitter.
Page 95 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in the RKE transmitter should last about four years. The battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery.
Page 96: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked.
Page 97: Central Door Unlocking System
From the inside, use the manual lock levers located on the door panels near the windows. Push down on the manual lock lever to lock the door. To unlock the door, pull up on the lever. Central Door Unlocking System Your vehicle has a central door unlocking feature.
Page 98: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking With this feature, you can delay the actual locking of the doors. When the power door lock switch or the lock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed when the key is not in the ignition and the driver’s door is opened, a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active.
Page 99: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. You must open the rear doors to access them.
Page 100: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection If you press the power door lock switch when the key is in the ignition and any door is open, all the doors will lock and only the driver’s door will unlock. If you close the doors, you can lock them using the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 101 Trunk Lock Release The remote trunk release button is located on the lower portion of the driver’s door. To use the remote trunk release, the shift lever must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for a vehicle with an automatic transmission. The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL, with the parking brake set for a vehicle with a manual transmission.
Page 102 Rear-Seat Pass Through If your vehicle has the rear seat-pass through door, you can access the trunk without opening the trunk lid. This is especially useful when transporting long items. To open the door, pull down the rear seat armrest. Then pull the lever all the way down to release the door.
Page 103: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 104: Power Windows
Power Windows The power window switches are located on the armrest near each window. Press the up or down arrows on the switches to raise or lower the windows. Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that allows you to use the power windows for up to 10 minutes once the ignition has been turned off.
Page 105 To program each window, follow these steps: 1. With the ignition in ACCESSORY, ON or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active, press and hold the down arrow on the power window switch until the window has fully opened. 2. Press the up arrow on the power window switch until the window is fully closed.
Page 106: Sun Visors
Window Lockout This feature allows you to disable the passenger window switches. The passenger window lockout button is located below the power window switches on the driver’s door armrest. Press the button to disable the passenger window controls. The light on the button will illuminate, indicating that the feature is in use.
Page 107: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Theft-Deterrent System If your vehicle has this feature, the security light is located on the instrument panel...
Page 108 To avoid activating the alarm by accident do the following: • Lock the door with the key or the manual door lock after the doors are closed if you do not want to arm the theft-deterrent system. • Always unlock a door with a key or use the RKE transmitter.
Page 109: Immobilizer
Immobilizer This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 110 The theft-deterrent system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the theft-deterrent system at this time. In an emergency, contact Cadillac Roadside ® Service . See Roadside Service on page 488.
Page 111: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km): • Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow.
Page 112: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key to four different positions. Notice: Using a tool to force the key from its cylinder could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand.
Page 113 Key In the Ignition Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle, a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s door.
Page 114: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The following accessories on your vehicle may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned from ON to OFF: • Radio • Power Windows • Audio Steering Wheel Controls (CTS, if programmed) •...
Page 115 Manual Transmission The shift lever should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the ﬂoor and start the engine. Your vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down — that is a safety feature.
Page 116: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F ( 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 117 CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a ﬁre. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.
Page 118: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation The shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. There are several different positions for the shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle cannot move easily.
Page 119 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You must fully apply your regular brakes ﬁrst and then press the shift lever button before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON.
Page 120 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. •...
Page 121 If you do not move the shift lever forward or rearward, the vehicle will be in sport mode. When you are in the sport mode the vehicle will still shift automatically. While driving in sport mode, the transmission may remain in a gear longer than it would in the normal driving mode based on braking, throttle input, and vehicle lateral acceleration.
Page 122: Manual Transmission Operation
Manual Transmission Operation If your vehicle has a manual transmission, the shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. The following explains how to operate the manual transmission. These are the shift patterns for the six-speed manual transmissions.
Page 123 NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. Your shift lever is in NEUTRAL when it is centered in the shift pattern, not in any gear. REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal, completely stop the vehicle, and shift into REVERSE (R).
Page 124: Parking Brake
Skip Shift (CTS-V) 4: This message may appear in the message center in the speedometer during light throttle, low speed maneuvers (15 to 19 mph (24 to 31 km/h)). When this message appears, you can only shift from FIRST (1) to FOURTH (4) instead of FIRST (1) to SECOND (2).
Page 125 If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster should come on. If it does not, you need to have your vehicle serviced. See Brake System Warning Light on page 197 for more information. To release the parking brake, pull the release lever located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel.
Page 126: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 127 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 128: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Shifting Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. To shift out of PARK (P): 1. Apply the regular brake pedal. 2. Then press the shift lever button. 3. Move the shift lever to the desired gear. If you are still unable to shift out of PARK (P): 1.
Page 129: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn.
Page 130: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. •...
Page 131: Running The Engine While Parked
Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 132: Mirrors
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ® with OnStar The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror with OnStar more information about OnStar System on page 137. (On/Off): The on/off button, located on the lower left side of the mirror, is used for the automatic dimming functions of the rearview mirror.
Page 133: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ® with OnStar and Compass The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror with a compass and ® OnStar controls. For more information about ® ® OnStar , see OnStar System on page 137. The mirror has an eight-point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror.
Page 134 Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance, the compass could give false readings. The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if the vehicle is driven outside zone eight.
Page 135: Outside Power Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Indicator The mirror may have a passenger airbag indicator on the mirror glass, just above the buttons. If the vehicle has this feature, the mirror will display the word ON, or an airbag symbol in Canada, when the passenger airbag is enabled. See Passenger Sensing System on page 79 for more information.
Page 136: Outside Curb View Assist Mirror
Once a mirror is selected, use the arrows on the control pad to move the mirror to the correct direction. Adjust each mirror so you can see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle. The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash.
Page 137: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
Page 138 ® A complete OnStar Owner’s Guide and the Terms and Conditions of the OnStar Service Agreement are included in the vehicle’s ® OnStar Subscriber Information packet located in your vehicle. For more information, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca, contact ® OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or ®...
Page 139: Universal Home Remote System
® OnStar Virtual Advisor Your vehicle may have Virtual Advisor. It is a ® feature of OnStar Hands-Free Calling that uses your minutes to access weather, local traffic reports, and stock quotes. By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands, you can browse through the various topics.
Page 140: (With One Triangular Led)
Universal Home Remote System (With One Triangular LED) The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand-held radio-frequency (RF) transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home lighting. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 141: Operation (With Three Round Led)
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED) Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System. If there are three round Light Emitting Diode (LED) above the Universal Home Remote System buttons, follow the instructions below. If there is one triangular LED above the Universal Home Remote System buttons, follow the instructions under Universal Home Remote System Operation (with one triangular LED).
Page 142 Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles, as well as, for future programming. You only need the original remote control transmitter for ﬁxed code programming. It is also recommended that upon the sale or lease termination of the vehicle, the programmed buttons should be erased for security purposes.
Page 143 Programming Universal Home Remote — Fixed Code Fixed Code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced prior to 1996. Fixed code uses the same coded signal every time, which is manually programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code. To program up to three channels, 1.
Page 144 4. The indicator light will blink slowly. In order from left to right, and within two and one-half minutes, enter each switch setting into the Universal Home Remote System. Push one button for each switch as follows: • Left button = “on” switch position. •...
Page 145 Programming Universal Home Remote — Rolling Code Rolling code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced after 1996 and are code protected. Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every time your remote control garage door opener is used. Programming a rolling code garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before you begin.
Page 146 3. Press and hold the button you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. You may need to hold the button from ﬁve to 20 seconds.
Page 147: Universal Home Remote System Operation
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED) Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System. If there is one triangular Light Emitting Diode (LED) above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions below. If your vehicle has three round LED above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions under Universal Home Remote System Operation (With three round LED).
Page 148 Programming Universal Home Remote Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Press and hold down the two outside Universal Home Remote buttons, releasing only when the Universal Home Remote indicator light begins to ﬂash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat this step to program a second and/or third hand-held transmitter to the remaining...
Page 149 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart”...
Page 150 Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons To erase programming from the three Universal Home Remote buttons do the following: 1.
Page 151: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Glove Box To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use your door key to lock or unlock it. Cupholder(s) There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers. They are located in the center console. There are two cupholders located in the rear seat center armrest.
Page 152: Roof Rack
Roof Rack CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth — the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control.
Page 153: Sunroof
Sunroof Your vehicle may have a power sunroof. It will operate when the ignition is turned on, or in ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 114. The sunroof controls are located on the overhead console.
Page 154 Anti-Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof will then return to the full-open or vent position. To close the sunroof once it has re-opened, turn the control to the closed position.
Page 155 Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ... 158 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 160 Other Warning Devices ... 160 Horn ... 160 Tilt Wheel ... 161 Reconﬁgurable Steering Wheel Controls (SWC) (CTS) ... 161 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ... 163 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ... 163 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...
Page 156 Section 3 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ... 200 Tire Pressure Light (CTS-V Only) ... 201 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ... 202 Oil Pressure Light ... 206 Sport Mode Light (Automatic Transmission/CTS) ... 207 Security Light ... 207 Fog Lamp Light ... 207 Lights On Reminder ...
Page 157 NOTES...
Page 158: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview CTS shown, CTS-V similar...
Page 159 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 185. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 163. C. Reconﬁgurable Steering Wheel Controls (CTS) (If Equipped) or Message Center Controls (CTS-V).
Page 160: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel.
Page 161: Tilt Wheel
Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column.
Page 162 3. When SETUP appears on the display, press the knob once to select it. 4. Scroll through the SETUP menu by turning the knob. 5. When CONFIGURE SWC KEYS appears on the display, press the knob once to select it. 6.
Page 163: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • Turn and Lane-Change Signals. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 163. • Headlamps. See Headlamps on page 172. • Headlamp High/Low Beam-Changer. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 164.
Page 164: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on for about 1 mile (1.6 km), a warning chime will sound and the Turn Signal On message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. See “Turn Signal On” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 228 for more information.
Page 165: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of the steering column operates the windshield wipers. (Mist): Pull the lever down and release it for a single wiping cycle. The lever will return to its original position. For more cycles, hold the lever down before releasing it.
Page 166: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. (Washer Fluid): Press the button with this symbol located at the end of the windshield washer lever to wash the windshield.
Page 167: Headlamp Washer
Headlamp Washer If your vehicle has the high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps, your vehicle will also have headlamp washers. The headlamp washers help clear the headlamp lenses. The headlamp washers are located on the inboard side of the headlamp lenses. The headlamps must be on in order to be washed. If the headlamps are off, only the windshield will be washed when the washer button is pressed.
Page 168: Cruise Control
Cruise Control These controls are located on the end of the multifunction lever. (Off): This position turns the system off. (On): This position turns the system on. + (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever to this symbol to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate when cruise is already active.
Page 169 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the Traction Control System (TCS) begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 295 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on page 297 and ®...
Page 170 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, disengages the cruise control. But you do not need to reset it. Once you are going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch brieﬂy from on to resume/accelerate.
Page 171 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: • Press in the button at the end of the lever until the desired lower speed is reached, then release it. • To slow down in very small amounts, brieﬂy press the set button.
Page 172: Headlamps
Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, the cruise control set speed memory is erased. Headlamps The exterior lamp control is located in the middle of the turn signal/multifunction lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 163. (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the control with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps.
Page 173: Headlamps On Reminder
Headlamps on Reminder A warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp control is left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp position and the driver’s door is opened with the ignition off. See Lights On Reminder on page 207 for additional information. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during...
Page 174 If it is dark enough outside and the exterior lamp control is off, a Headlamps Suggested message will appear on the Driver’s Information Center (DIC) display. This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended even though the DRL are still on. Turning the exterior lamp control to AUTO or to the low-beam headlamp position will turn off the DRL and cancel the Headlamps Suggested message.
Page 175: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamp control is located on the turn signal/multifunction lever. (Fog Lamps): The band with/or next to this symbol is used to turn the fog lamps on and off. The parking lamps must be on for the fog lamps to work.
Page 176: Instrument Panel Brightness
Instrument Panel Brightness The lever for this feature is located on the overhead console. Slide the lever toward the symbol to brighten the lights or away from it to dim them. If you slide the lever all the way toward the symbol past the resistance point, the interior lamps will come on.
Page 177: Parade Dimming
Parade Dimming This feature prohibits dimming of the instrument panel displays and backlighting during daylight hours when the key is in the ignition and the headlamps are on. This feature operates with the light sensor and is fully automatic. When the light sensor reads darkness outside and the parking lamps are active, the instrument panel displays can be adjusted by sliding the instrument panel...
Page 178: Accessory Power Outlet(S)
Accessory Power Outlet(s) Accessory power outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. There are two accessory power outlets. The front accessory power outlet is located in the ashtray on the instrument panel below the climate control system.
Page 179: Ashtray(S) And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter. Notice: If you put papers, pins, or other ﬂammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle. Never put ﬂammable items in the ashtray.
Page 180: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Uplevel Version Shown, Base Similar Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When this button is pressed and the temperature is set, the system will automatically control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode, the air conditioning compressor, and the fan speed.
Page 181 You can switch from English to metric units through the Driver Information Center (DIC). If you have the Base audio system, see DIC Main Menu on page 224. If you have the Navigation system, see “Setup Menu” in the Index of the Navigation System Owner Manual.
Page 182 If the airﬂow seems low when the fan speed is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air ﬁlter may need to be replaced. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 186 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 463. (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle.
Page 183 Sensors There is a solar sensor located on the instrument panel, near the windshield. There is also an interior temperature sensor located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. These sensors monitor the solar radiation and the air inside your vehicle, they use the information to maintain the selected temperature by adjusting to the temperature, the fan speed, and the air...
Page 184 Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers.
Page 185: Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in ON. (Rear Window Defogger): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible.
Page 186: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the ﬂow of air into your vehicle. • Use of non-GM approved hood deﬂectors may adversely affect the performance of the system.
Page 187: Steering Wheel Climate Controls (Cts)
3. Open the hood to access the engine compartment. See Hood Release on page 341 for more information. 4. Remove the four screws that hold the leaf screen in place and lift off the screen by lifting and sliding toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 188: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 189: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you are using and many of the other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 190: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer CTS-V (United States version shown, Canada similar) The speedometer lets you see your speed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 191: Trip Odometers
If your vehicle has to have a new odometer installed, the new one may read the correct mileage. This is because your vehicle’s computer has stored the mileage in memory. While the Driver Shift Control (DSC) feature is active, the odometer will change to show the gear range.
Page 192: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will ﬂash for several more.
Page 193 This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to ON and it will ﬂash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready. If it does not go out, have your vehicle serviced right away.
Page 194: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your rearview mirror has a passenger airbag status indicator. United States Canada When the ignition key is turned to ON or START, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check.
Page 195 CAUTION: If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear-facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger’s seat, it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates.
Page 196: Charging System Light
If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. CAUTION: If the off indicator and the airbag readiness light ever come on together, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system.
Page 197: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem.
Page 198: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), the light will come on when your engine is started and stay on for several seconds. This is normal. If the ABS warning light comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the anti-lock portion of the brake system.
Page 199: Traction Control System (Tcs) Warning Light
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light If the TC (traction control) warning light comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the traction control system. The TC warning light will come on brieﬂy when you turn the ignition to ON. If it does not come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
Page 200: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (CTS) This light will come on when you ﬁrst start the vehicle as a check to let you know that the light is working. It will go out after a few seconds. If the light does not come on, see your GM dealer.
Page 201: Tire Pressure Light (Cts-V Only)
Tire Pressure Light (CTS-V Only) If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure Monitor System, this light will come on if the system detects low tire pressure. This light will also come on for a bulb check when the vehicle is started. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 405 for more information.
Page 202: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 203 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: •...
Page 204 If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling the Tank on page 338. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 205 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on or not working properly.
Page 206: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
Page 207: Sport Mode Light
Sport Mode Light (Automatic Transmission/CTS) This light will come on while the sport mode is in use. When you turn off the sport mode, the light will go out. If it stays on, your vehicle may need service. See your dealer. See “Sport Mode” under Automatic Transmission Operation on page 118 for more information.
Page 208: Cruise Control Light
Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your cruise control. The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 168 for more information. Highbeam On Light This light comes on whenever the high-beam headlamps are on.
Page 209: Message Center
Here are a few concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All of these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage: • At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full.
Page 210 These are the controls for the message center. They are located on the left spoke of the steering wheel. The outboard switch (A and B) controls the display of information inside of the tachometer. The upper button (C) on the inboard switch controls the display of information inside of the speedometer.
Page 211: Oil Pressure
Tachometer Display Press (B) to cycle through the following displays: coolant temperature, oil pressure, oil temperature, transmission temperature, tire pressure, and lateral acceleration. Press (A) to cycle through the displays in reverse order. If you press (A), for about one second, the display will become blank. Coolant Temperature When the coolant temperature displays...
Page 212 Oil Temperature When the oil temperature displays you will see the oil temperature symbol. The temperature displays in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius with a graph beneath the reading. If the graph shows the temperature in the shaded area all the way on the right, then the oil temperature is hot.
Page 213: Tire Pressure
Tire Pressure When the tire pressure is displayed you will see a vehicle in the display. The numbers in each corner represent the tire pressure for the corresponding tire. The tire pressure will be displayed in psi or kPa. If any of the tires are blinking on the vehicle in the display, this means that the tire pressure in that tire is either high or low.
Page 214: Transmission Fluid Hot Message
Transmission Fluid Hot Message When you see this ﬂashing symbol, the transmission ﬂuid temperature is high (290°F (143°C)). To acknowledge this warning, press either button on the outboard switch on the left spoke of the steering wheel. After you press this button, the warning will redisplay every 10 minutes until the temperature returns to the normal operating range.
Page 215: Hot Coolant Temperature Warning
Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message When you see this ﬂashing symbol, the engine coolant temperature is high (257°F (125°C)). To acknowledge this warning, press either button on the outboard switch on the left spoke of the steering wheel. After you press a button, this warning will come on every 10 minutes until the temperature returns to the normal operating range.
Page 216: Oil Temperature Warning Message
Oil Temperature Warning Message When you see this ﬂashing symbol, the engine oil temperature is high. To acknowledge this warning, press either button on the outboard switch on the left spoke of the steering wheel. After you press a button, the warning will come on every 10 minutes until the temperature returns to the normal operating range.
Page 217: One-To-Four Shift Message (Cts-V Only)
For conditions 1 and 2, this warning will ﬂash ﬁve times and the display will then show the tire pressure gage. For condition 3, this warning will ﬂash continuously until the driver acknowledges it. In any of the three cases, the warning will redisplay every 10 minutes until the situation is corrected.
Page 218: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. It is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. All messages will appear on the audio system display. If your vehicle has the Base audio system, use the information contained in this manual for instructions on operating the DIC for your vehicle.
Page 219: Status Of Vehicle Systems
See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 228 and Status of Vehicle Systems on page 219 for more information. TUNE/SEL (Select) Knob: Turn this knob, located in the lower right corner of the audio system, to scroll through the menu items displayed. Press this knob to select the menu item.
Page 220 Vehicle Information Menu Item Descriptions The following paragraphs contain a more detailed description of each menu item: OUTSIDE TEMP: If you select this item, the current outside temperature is displayed at the top of the screen. It will be in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°C) depending upon whether the system is set for English or metric units.
Page 221 MPG AVG (L/100 KM AVG): If you select this item, the approximate average miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) is displayed. This number is calculated based on the number of mpg (L/100 km) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset.
Page 222 BATTERY VOLTS: If you select this item, the current battery voltage is displayed. If the voltage is in the normal range, the display will have OK after it. For example, the display may read 13.2 BATTERY VOLTS OK. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, there are four possible DIC messages that may be displayed.
Page 223 When you reset the Change Trans Fluid message by clearing it from the display, you still must reset the transmission ﬂuid life monitor separately. For more information on resetting the transmission ﬂuid life monitor, see Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 353. LF TIRE: If you select this item, the driver’s side front tire pressure will be displayed.
Page 224: Dic Main Menu
DIC Main Menu Accessing the DIC Main Menu To access the main menu of the DIC, do the following: 1. Press the PWR/VOL knob to turn the radio on. 2. Press the TUNE/SEL knob once. 3. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob clockwise or counterclockwise to scroll through the menu items.
Page 225 DSP (Digital Signal Processing): If your vehicle ® has a Bose Audio System, this menu item allows you to select the DSP type that you want on the audio system. You may choose Normal, Talk, Spacious, Rear Seat, or Driver Seat. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to scroll through these choices.
Page 226 TA (Traffic Announcement): This menu item allows you to turn the TA feature on and off. To turn the TA feature on, press the TUNE/SEL knob once. When TA is on, an X will be in the box next to TA on the menu. The X disappears when TA is off.
Page 227 The measurement units that you choose will be reﬂected on all the vehicle system displays, not just the DIC information. For example, the climate control panel will display degrees Celsius if you choose METRIC UNITS. TCS (Traction Control System): You can enable or disable the Traction Control System (TCS) using this menu item.
Page 228: Dic Warnings And Messages
To change the language displayed on the radio, select LANGUAGE by pressing the TUNE/SEL knob. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob to scroll through the available languages and press the knob to make your selection. If you accidentally select a language that you did not want, ENGLISH is always at the top of the language list.
Page 229 Battery Voltage High This message indicates that the electrical charging system is overcharging the battery. When the system detects that the battery voltage is above approximately 16 volts, this message will be displayed. To reduce the charging overload, use the vehicle’s accessories.
Page 230 Buckle Passenger This message reminds you to buckle the passenger’s seat belt. This message will display and a chime will sound when the ignition is on, the driver’s seat belt is buckled, the passenger’s seat belt is unbuckled with the passenger airbag enabled, and the vehicle is in motion.
Page 231 Change Trans (Transmission) Fluid (Automatic Transmission) This message indicates that the life of the transmission ﬂuid has expired and it should be changed. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 463 and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 474 for the proper ﬂuid and change intervals.
Page 232 Competitive Driving (CTS-V) When competitive driving mode is turned on with the TC (traction control) button, this message will be displayed on the DIC. The TC light will be on when the competitive driving mode is on. The Traction Control System (TCS) will not operate while in competitive driving mode.
Page 233 Engine Coolant Hot – Idle Engine Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed.
Page 234 Fuel Level Low When this message appears on the display, it means that your vehicle is low on fuel. You should reﬁll the fuel tank as soon as possible. A single chime will sound when this message is displayed. Headlamps Suggested This message will appear when the amount of available light outside the vehicle is low and the exterior lamp control is off.
Page 235 Right Rear Door Ajar When this message appears on the display, it means that the passenger’s side rear door was not closed completely. You should check to make sure that the door is closed completely. Service AC (Air Conditioning) System This message appears when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working.
Page 236 Service Stability System ® If your vehicle has StabiliTrak be displayed if there has been a problem ® detected with StabiliTrak If this message comes on while you are driving, pull off the road as soon as possible and stop carefully.
Page 237 Service Vehicle Soon This message is displayed when a non-emissions related powertrain malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible. Stability System Engaged ® If your vehicle has StabiliTrak be displayed any time StabiliTrak assisting you with directional control of the vehicle. Slippery road conditions may exist when this message is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly.
Page 238 Theft Attempted This message is displayed if the content theft-deterrent system has detected a break-in attempt while you were away from your vehicle. Top Speed – Fuel Cut Off This message will appear when the Engine Control Module (ECM) detects that the maximum speed for your vehicle has been reached.
Page 239: Dic Vehicle Personalization
DIC Vehicle Personalization If your vehicle has the navigation system, see the navigation system manual for instructions on operating the DIC for your vehicle. Your vehicle has personalization that allows you to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people. The number of programmable features varies depending upon which model of the vehicle is purchased.
Page 240 7. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until the feature you want to change is highlighted, then press the TUNE/SEL knob to turn the feature on or off. If the feature is turned on, a check mark will appear next to the feature name. If none of the personalization items are turned on, turn on the personalization menu by pressing the TUNE/SEL knob.
Page 241 The name you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. To program the next feature, enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously.
Page 242 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until REMOTE RECALL MEMORY is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 243 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until REMOTE EXIT RECALL is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 244 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until KEY IN RECALL MEMORY is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 245 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until AUTO EXIT SEAT is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 246 To determine the mode to which the vehicle is programmed or to program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until TWILIGHT DELAY is highlighted.
Page 247 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until LIGHTS FLASH AT UNLOCK is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 248 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until LIGHTS FLASH AT LOCK is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 249 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until HORN SOUNDS AT LOCK is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 250 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until EXT. LIGHT AT UNLOCK is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 251 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until DRIVER UNLOCK IN PARK is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 252 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until DRIVER UNLOCK KEY OUT/OFF is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch between on and off.
Page 253 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until DOORS UNLOCK IN PARK is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 254 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until DOORS UNLOCK KEY OUT/OFF is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch between on and off.
Page 255 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until DELAYED LOCKING is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 256 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until LOCK PASS WINDOW is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 257 To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until MIRROR TO CURB IN REV is highlighted. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off.
Page 258: Audio System(S)
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Exiting the Personalization Menu To exit the personalization portion of the SETUP menu, press the CLR button once you have ﬁnished making your selections.
Page 259 CAUTION: This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed. Always keep your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive —...
Page 260: Setting The Time
Setting the Time 1. Press the TUNE/SEL (select) knob to enter the main menu. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until SET CLOCK appears on the display. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to select SET CLOCK. 4. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob to adjust the time. 5.
Page 261 Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming •...
Page 262 Press this button while in XM™ mode to retrieve three different categories of information related to the current song or channel: Artist, Song Title, and Category. To view this information, perform the following: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu.
Page 263 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to turn AVC on or off. An X will appear in the box when AVC is selected on. 4. Press the CLR button to exit the display. To return to the original display, repeatedly press the CLR button or wait for the display to time out.
Page 264 LOCAL/DISTANT Selection: With this feature you can set the radio to search for local stations or stations that are further away for a larger selection. To set this feature to LOCAL or DISTANT, perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu.
Page 265 5. Repeat the steps for each ﬁrm key. To set the preset stations with an equalization setting, DSP (digital signal processing) setting, or a program type (PTY) setting, see each of these features later in this section. When a preset station is selected, once one of these additional settings is selected, the preset station will remember each setting and it will remain active, until the setting is selected off for that...
Page 266 PRESETS HOME/AWAY: This feature gives you the ability to store two different kinds of station presets. HOME can be used for stations available where you live and AWAY can be for stations available outside of your local broadcasting area. To set preset stations for home and away perform the following steps: 1.
Page 267 AUDIO EQUALIZER: This feature allows you to select customized equalization settings. To choose an equalization setting (EQ0 through EQ5), perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until EQUALIZER appears on the display.
Page 268 Using Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Available only with the premium Bose system, this feature is used to provide a choice of ﬁve different listening experiences: DSP normal, talk, spacious, rear seat, and driver seat. DSP can be used while listening to the radio or the CD player.
Page 269 RDS Messages The RDS message feature is available only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. See Radio Data System (RDS) for more information earlier in this section. ALERT: Alert warns of local and national emergencies. When, an alert announcement comes on the current radio station or a related network station, ALERT will appear on the display.
Page 270 TP (Traffic Program): TP will appear on the display when the radio detects a signal from an RDS station that has traffic announcement broadcast capability. TA (Traffic Announcement): If TA appears on the display, the tuned radio station broadcasts traffic announcements and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned station you will hear it.
Page 271 To activate program types, perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu. 2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until CATEGORY appears on the display. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to select ON or OFF. An X will appear in the box when CAT is selected on.
Page 272 Radio Message THEFTLOCK: This message is displayed when ® the THEFTLOCK system has been activated. Take the vehicle to the dealer for service. Radio Messages for XM™ Only See XM Radio Messages on page 279 later in this section for further detail. Using the Single CD Player Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up.
Page 273 Notice: If you add any label to a CD, insert more than one CD into the slot at a time, or attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs, you could damage the CD player. When using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and...
Page 274 Using the Six-Disc CD Changer The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner. If playing a CD-R, the sound quality may be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been...
Page 275 To insert one CD, do the following: 1. The ignition and the radio can be on or off. 2. Press and release the LOAD button. Please Wait will appear on the display. 3. Load the CD, when INSERT appears on the display, insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up.
Page 276 CD FWD (Forward): Press this ﬁrm key to go to the next track. Press and hold this ﬁrm key to advance quickly within the track. Release the ﬁrm key to play the passage. The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display. F5 MODE: Press this ﬁrm key to select from NORMAL, RPT TRCK (Repeat Track), RPT CD (Repeat CD), RDM TRK (Random Track),...
Page 277 (Eject): Press this button to eject the CD that is currently playing, or press and hold this button to eject all of the CDs loaded. You will hear a beep. Eject may be activated with the ignition or radio off. CD Messages If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons:...
Page 278 Conﬁgurable Radio Display Keys This feature allows you to customize the four keys that are located on each side of the radio display to make it easier to adjust the radio features. Other non-radio related features are also available for customization. To program the conﬁgurable radio display keys, perform the following steps: 1.
Page 279: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and No Signl Loss of signal Loading Acquiring channel audio...
Page 280 Radio Display Message No Info Category Name not available NotFound No channel available for the chosen category No Info No Text/Informational message available XM Lock Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if...
Page 281: Navigation/Radio System
Navigation/Radio System Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system. The navigation system has built-in features intended to minimize driver distraction. Technology alone, no matter how advanced, can never replace your own judgment. See the Navigation System manual for some tips to help you reduce distractions while driving.
Page 282: Audio Steering Wheel Controls (Cts-V)
(Mute/Voice Recognition): Press this button to silence the system. Press this button again or turn the VOL (volume) knob to turn the sound on. If your vehicle has the navigation system, press this button to initiate voice recognition. See “Voice Recognition”...
Page 283 SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped), radio, or CD. ® (OnStar /Voice Recognition): If your vehicle has the Radio with CD or Radio with Six-Disc CD audio system, press this button to interact with the OnStar system.
Page 284: Radio Reception
Radio Reception You may experience frequency interference and static during normal radio reception if items such as cellphone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet.
Page 285: Care Of Your Cds
Cellular Phone Usage Cellular phone usage may cause interference with your vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone’s battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference causes an increased level of static while listening to the radio. If static is received while listening to the radio, unplug the cellular phone and turn it off.
Page 286: Diversity Antenna System
Diversity Antenna System The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Make sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the grid lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception.
Page 287: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ... 288 Defensive Driving ... 288 Drunken Driving ... 289 Control of a Vehicle ... 292 Braking ... 292 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... 293 Braking in Emergencies ... 295 Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) ... 295 Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) ...
Page 288: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 20. CAUTION: Defensive driving really means “Be ready for anything.”...
Page 289: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: •...
Page 290 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of liquors like whiskey, gin, or vodka.
Page 291 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent.
Page 292: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering, and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road.
Page 293: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. The brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. The brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 294 Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel.
Page 295: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: ABS does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 296 The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on. But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to.
Page 297: Traction Control System (Tcs) (Cts-V)
Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) Your vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction.
Page 298: Competitive Driving Mode (Cts-V)
If you press the TC button once, the traction control system will turn off and the TCS warning light will come on. If you press the TC button again within ﬁve seconds, the traction control system will remain off, the warning light will stay on, and the stability system will enter Competitive Driving Mode.
Page 299: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Limited-Slip Rear Axle If your vehicle has this feature, your limited-slip rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle.
Page 300: Panic Brake Assist
If your vehicle is in cruise control when the ® StabiliTrak activates, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may reengage the cruise control. See Cruise Control on page 168 for more information. Panic Brake Assist Your vehicle has a panic brake assist system that monitors the intention of the driver while braking.
Page 301 Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here is why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves.
Page 302 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 303: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 304 So here are some tips for passing: • Drive ahead. Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. •...
Page 305: Loss Of Control
• Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the next vehicle. • Do not overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lamps are not ﬂashing, it may be slowing down or starting to turn.
Page 306: Competitive Driving
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs.
Page 307 • Since you cannot see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. • Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your vehicle’s headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. •...
Page 308: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction.
Page 309 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you cannot, try to slow down before you hit them. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous.
Page 310: City Driving
Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION: Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through ﬂowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of ﬂowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle.
Page 311: Freeway Driving
Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 312: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ﬂow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 313: Highway Hypnosis
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you will ﬁnd experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America.
Page 314: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in ﬂat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. •...
Page 315 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
Page 316: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Also see Tires on page 392. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reﬂective warning...
Page 317 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation.
Page 318 The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) improves your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have ABS, you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 293.
Page 319 You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 320: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold.
Page 321: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First, turn the steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around the front wheels. You should turn the traction control system off. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 295 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on page 297.
Page 322 Tire and Loading Information Label Example Label A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver’s door open, you will ﬁnd the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds.
Page 323 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs).
Page 324 Example 2 Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) Available Cargo Weight Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg) Refer to your vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information label for speciﬁc information about your vehicle’s capacity weight and seating positions.
Page 325 Certiﬁcation Label A vehicle speciﬁc Certiﬁcation label is attached to either the driver’s door edge or the lower center pillar on the driver’s side of the vehicle. This label shows the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo.
Page 326: Towing
If you put things inside your vehicle, like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else, they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop...
Page 327 With the proper preparation and equipment, many vehicles can be towed in these ways. See “Dinghy Towing” and “Dolly Towing,” following. Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: • What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations.
Page 328: Towing A Trailer
Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the rear wheels on the dolly. 2. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. 3. Put the vehicle in PARK (P) for an automatic transmission or in NEUTRAL for a manual transmission.
Page 329: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ... 332 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 332 California Proposition 65 Warning ... 333 Doing Your Own Service Work ... 333 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ... 334 Fuel ... 334 Gasoline Octane ... 334 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...
Page 330 Section 5 Tires ... 392 Winter Tires ... 393 Tire Sidewall Labeling ... 394 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions ... 397 Run-Flat Tires (CTS-V) ... 400 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ... 402 High-Speed Operation ... 404 Tire Pressure Monitor System ... 405 Tire Inspection and Rotation ...
Page 331 Section 5 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ... 445 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ... 445 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ... 445 Electrical System ... 446 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 446 Windshield Wiper Fuses ... 446 Power Windows and Other Power Options ... 446 Service and Appearance Care Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...
Page 332: Service
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Page 333: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
Page 334: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airﬂow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Page 335: Gasoline Speciﬁcations
If your vehicle has the 6.0L V8 engine (VIN Code U), use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher. You may also use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher, but your vehicle’s acceleration may be slightly reduced, and you may notice a slight audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark knock.
Page 336: California Fuel
California Fuel If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California speciﬁcations. See the underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal speciﬁcations, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Page 337: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area. General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the speciﬁcations described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels.
Page 338: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling.
Page 339 CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.
Page 340: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs.
Page 341: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and ﬁnd the secondary hood release lever.
Page 342: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3.6L V6 engine (2.8L V6 engine similar), you will see the following:...
Page 343 A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Block on page 447. B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 370. C. Battery. See Battery on page 376. D. Passenger Compartment Air Filter. See Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 186.
Page 344 When you open the hood on the 6.0L V8 CTS-V, you will see the following:...
Page 345 A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Block on page 447. B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 370. C. Battery. See Battery on page 376. D. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 346.
Page 346: Engine Oil
Engine Oil There is an oil pressure light in the instrument cluster and an Oil Pressure Low - Stop Engine message on the Driver Information Center (DIC). If the light and/or message appear, it means you need to check the engine oil level right away. For more information, see “Oil Pressure Low - Stop Engine”...
Page 347: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil V6 Engines V8 Engine If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, you will need to add at least one quart/liter of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 348 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM4718M Your vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identiﬁed as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard.
Page 349 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API). You should look for this on the oil container, and use only those oils that are identiﬁed as meeting GM Standard GM4718M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container.
Page 350: Engine Oil Life System
Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably.
Page 351 After the oil has been changed, the change engine oil message and the oil life indicator must be reset. To reset the message and indicator, use one of the following procedures: Base Audio System Press the CLR button located to the right of the DIC display to acknowledge the change engine oil message.
Page 352: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter CTS shown, CTS-V similar The engine air cleaner/ﬁlter is in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle, near the front. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for more information on location. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the ﬁrst oil change...
Page 353: Automatic Transmission Fluid
3. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 476 for the correct part number for the ﬁlter. 4. Reinstall the cover by reversing Steps 1 and 2. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned.
Page 354 How to Reset the Change Transmission Fluid Message and the Transmission Fluid Indicator After the transmission ﬂuid has been changed, the Change Trans Fluid message and the transmission ﬂuid life indicator must be reset. To reset the message and indicator, use one of the following procedures: Base Audio System Press the CLR (Clear) button located to the right...
Page 355: Manual Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual transmission ﬂuid level. A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your GM dealer service department and have it repaired as soon as possible.
Page 356: Hydraulic Clutch
How to Add Manual Transmission Fluid Here is how to add ﬂuid. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 474 to determine which type of ﬂuid to use. 1. Remove the ﬁller plug. 2. Add ﬂuid at the ﬁller plug hole. Add only enough ﬂuid to bring the ﬂuid level up to the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole.
Page 357: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for ﬁve years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs ﬁrst, if you add only DEX-COOL life coolant.
Page 358 What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water ® and one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
Page 359 Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank and pressure cap are located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, toward the rear of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for more information on location. CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 360: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper ® DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 361 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 362: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An Engine Coolant Hot − Idle Engine warning, along with a low coolant, can indicate a serious problem. If you get an Engine Coolant Hot − Idle Engine warning, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 363: Overheated Engine Protection
If the warning continues and you have not stopped, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away. If there is still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine for three minutes while you are parked. If you still have the warning, turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 364: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: 3.6L V6 Engine shown, 2.8L V6 and 6.0L V8 Engines similar A. Electric Engine Cooling Fans B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine...
Page 365 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant.
Page 366 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at the FULL COLD/FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable ®...
Page 367 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning.
Page 368 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper and remove it. mixture, to slightly above the FULL COLD/FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank.
Page 369: Power Steering Fluid
4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. The upper radiator hose is the top hose coming out of the radiator, on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
Page 370: Windshield Washer Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering ﬂuid, do the following: 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag.
Page 371 Adding Washer Fluid The CHECK WASHER FLUID message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the ﬂuid level is low. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 228 for more information. Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer ﬂuid until the tank is full.
Page 372: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down. The ﬁrst is that the brake ﬂuid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 373 What to Add When you do need brake ﬂuid, DOT-3 brake ﬂuid is recommended for use. DOT-4 brake ﬂuid is also compatible with your vehicle’s brake system parts. However, if you choose to use DOT-4 ﬂuid, it is recommended that you ﬂush your brake hydraulic system and reﬁll it with new DOT-4 ﬂuid at a regular maintenance service every two years.
Page 374 Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving, except when you are pushing on the brake pedal ﬁrmly.
Page 375 Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.
Page 376: Battery
Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 342 for battery location. Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California...
Page 377: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: •...
Page 378 Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3.
Page 379 Your vehicle has a remote negative ( ) ground location, as shown in the illustration. It is located between the battery and the underhood fuse block. You should always use this remote ground location, instead of the terminal on the battery.
Page 380 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a ﬂashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle.
Page 381 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.
Page 382 Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal.
Page 383: Rear Axle
Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 384: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system. The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. However, if the vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected and adjustment may be necessary.
Page 385 Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle’s low-beam headlamps. The high-beam headlamps will be correctly aimed if the low-beam headlamps are aimed properly. To adjust the vertical aim, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 341 for more information. 2.
Page 386 Passenger’s Side Shown 7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws, which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly. The adjustment screw can be turned with a 6 mm hex socket. 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line.
Page 387: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 390. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting CAUTION: The low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage.
Page 388: Front Turn Signal And Fog Lamps
Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps A. Turn Signal Lamp B. Fog Lamp To replace a turn signal or fog lamp bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the protection shield located on the underside of the front of the vehicle by pulling out the push-pins located on the underside of the protection shield.
Page 389: Back-Up And License Plate Lamps
1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 100 for more information. 2. Remove the compact spare tire cover by turning the wing nut counterclockwise. 3. Remove the four convenience net wing nuts. 4. Pull the carpet back away from the body of the vehicle on the side with the burned out bulb.
Page 390: Replacement Bulbs
4. Pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle to expose the bulb sockets. 5. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn counterclockwise and pull the bulb and socket out of the lamp reﬂector. 6. Pull the old bulb from the bulb socket keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out.
Page 391 4. Lift the wiper blade assembly up so it is in a T-shaped position. You should be able to see a tab. 5. Squeeze the tab together and pull the wiper blade assembly down far enough to release it from the J-hooked end of the wiper arm. Slide the assembly away from the arm.
Page 392: Tires
Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle.
Page 393: Winter Tires
Notice: If your vehicle has 245/45R18, P245/45ZR18 or P225/50R18 size tires, they are classiﬁed as low-proﬁle tires. Low-proﬁle tires are more susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb impact than standard proﬁle tires. Tire and or wheel assembly damage can occur when coming into contact with road hazards like, potholes, or sharp edged objects or when sliding into a curb.
Page 394: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description.
Page 395 (E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 414.
Page 396 (B) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (C) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following the DOT (Department of Transportation) code is the Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured.
Page 397: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
(B) Tire Width: The three-digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. (C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in item C of the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide.
Page 398 Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat from driving. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 402. Curb Weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo.
Page 399 Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire.
Page 400: Run-Flat Tires (Cts-V)
Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg) plus the rated cargo load. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 321. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight.
Page 401 Some road hazards can damage a tire beyond repair. This damage could occur even before you have driven on the tire in a deﬂated condition. When a tire has been damaged, or if you have driven any distance on a run-ﬂat tire, check with an authorized run-ﬂat tire service center to determine whether the tire can be repaired or should be replaced.
Page 402: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under-inﬂation or over-inﬂation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under-inﬂation), you can get the following: •...
Page 403 When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget to check the compact spare tire, if your vehicle has one. The compact spare should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). For additional information regarding the compact spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire (CTS Only) on page 434.
Page 404: High-Speed Operation
High-Speed Operation CAUTION: Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others could be killed.
Page 405: Tire Pressure Monitor System
The high-performance tires, size P225/55R16, P225/50R17 or P2225/50R18 require inﬂation pressure adjustment when driving your vehicle at speeds of 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher. Set the cold tire inﬂation pressure to the maximum inﬂation pressure shown on the tire sidewall, or 38 psi (262 kPa), whichever is lower.
Page 406 If a low tire pressure condition is detected, the TPMS will display the Check Tire Pressure message on the DIC or message center and, at the same time, illuminate the low tire pressure warning symbol on the instrument panel cluster. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inﬂated to the inﬂation pressure recommended by the vehicle...
Page 407 Your vehicle’s TPMS can alert you about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 409 and Tires on page 392. Notice: Do not use a tire sealant if your vehicle has Tire Pressure Monitors.
Page 408 6. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem. Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire’s air pressure for ﬁve seconds, or until a horn chirp sounds. The horn chirp, which may take up to 30 seconds, conﬁrms that the sensor identiﬁcation code has been matched to this tire position.
Page 409: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry and Science Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 410 When rotating your vehicle’s tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. If your vehicle has a compact spare tire, do not include it in the tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.
Page 411: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining.
Page 412 The 18-inch performance tires, size 245/45R18 96V, used on some vehicles, meet the General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec) rating but the TPC Spec code has not been molded onto the tire’s sidewall. If your vehicle has these tires, and you need to replace them, you can still get these TPC Spec rated tires by asking your GM dealer.
Page 413 CAUTION: If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the wheel rim ﬂanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle. If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed...
Page 414: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic systems such as, anti-lock brakes, traction control, and electronic stability control, the performance...
Page 415 While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 416: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 417 If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your vehicle. CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle...
Page 418: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash.
Page 419 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 420 Lifting From the Front The front lifting points can be accessed from either side of your vehicle, behind the front tires. 1. Locate the front lifting points using the diagram shown above and corresponding triangular-shaped hoisting notches located in the plastic molding. The front lifting location is about 14 inches (35.6 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel well.
Page 421 Lifting From the Rear The rear lifting points can be accessed from either side of your vehicle, in front of the rear tires. 1. Locate the rear lifting points using the diagram shown above and corresponding triangular-shaped hoisting notches located in the plastic molding.
Page 422: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you are driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. See Tires on page 392. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout”, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do:...
Page 423 Your vehicle also has a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) which will alert you if there is a loss of tire pressure in any of the tires. These tires perform so well without any air pressure that a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) is used to alert you when there is a low tire condition.
Page 424: Changing A Flat Tire (Cts Only)
Changing a Flat Tire (CTS Only) If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning ﬂashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people.
Page 425: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools (Cts Only)
The following information will tell you next how to use the jack and change a tire. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools (CTS Only) The equipment you will need is in the trunk. To gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment, do the following: 1.
Page 426 2. Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it. Then remove the jack and wheel wrench. 3. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire (CTS Only) on page 434 for more information about the compact spare tire. 4.
Page 427: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire (Cts Only)
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire (CTS Only) 1. Loosen the wheel nuts, but do not remove them yet, using the wheel wrench. Turn the handle about 180 degrees, then ﬂip the handle back to the starting position. This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn.
Page 428 2. Find the jacking location using the diagram above and corresponding triangular-shaped hoisting notches located in the plastic molding. The front location (A) is about 14 inches (35.6 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel well, and the rear location (B) is about 7 inches (17.8 cm) from the front edge of the rear wheel well.
Page 429 CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
Page 430 7. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact spare tire to ﬁt under the vehicle. 8. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire.
Page 431 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 432 13. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 433: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools (Cts Only)
14. Tighten the wheel Notice: Wheel covers will not ﬁt on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare. Do not try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire.
Page 434: Compact Spare Tire (Cts Only)
Use the following diagram as a guide for storing the compact spare tire in the trunk: A. Compact Spare F. Flat Road Tire Tire Cover G. Compact Wing Nut Spare Tire B. Compact Spare H. Foam Insert Tire Cover I. Bolt C.
Page 435: Appearance Care
And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not ﬁt. Keep the spare tire and its wheel together. Notice: Tire chains will not ﬁt your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too.
Page 436 Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrated in your vehicle’s breathing space. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle’s interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle’s doors and windows.
Page 437: Fabric/Carpet
Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on ﬂoor carpet and carpeted ﬂoor mats. For soils, always try to remove them ﬁrst with plain water or club soda.
Page 438: Leather
Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean leather.
Page 439: Wood Panels
Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean spots with just water and mild soap.
Page 440: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
GM-approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 444. Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be ﬂushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain.
Page 441: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap, or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a glass cleaning liquid or powder and water solution.
Page 442: Tires
Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes.
Page 443: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
Page 444: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil, Remover and asphalt. Chrome Cleaner and Use on chrome or Polish stainless steel. White Sidewall Tire Removes soil and black Cleaner marks from whitewalls.
Page 445: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This is the legal identiﬁer for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Page 446: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 447: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of ﬁres caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 448 Relays LO SPEED Low Speed Fan Motor RELAY MINI HI SPEED FAN High Speed Fan Motor RELAY MINI ACCESSORY Wipe-Wash RELAY MINI S/P FAN Series/Parallel Fan RELAY MINI PARK LAMP RELAY MICRO Parking Lamps HORN RELAY Horn MICRO Relays HI BEAM RELAY MICRO High-Beam Headlamps DRL RELAY MICRO-OPT...
Page 449: J Cases
Wiring Usage Harnesses BODY W/H Wiring Harness Connection BODY W/H Wiring Harness Connection ENG W/H Engine Wiring Harness Connection J Cases Usage RRPDB (Passenger’s Side Rear R REAR Power Distribution Box) RRPDB (Passenger’s Side Rear R REAR Power Distribution Box) LRPDB (Driver’s Side Rear Power L REAR Distribution Box)
Page 450 Fuses Turn Signal Switch, Cruise Control STRG CTLS Switch Clutch Switch (Normal Closed), HTR VLV/ Clutch Switch (Normal Open), CLTCH Jumper to Start Relay Coil for Automatic Transmission Driver’s and Passenger’s Side WASH NOZ Heated Washer Nozzles Driver’s & Passenger’s Side Oxygen PRE O2/CAM Sensors, CAM Phaser, Canister Purge...
Page 451: Rear Underseat Fuse Block
Rear Underseat Fuse Block To access the rear underseat fuse blocks, you will have to ﬁrst remove the rear seat cushion. Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Notice: If, when removing or reinstalling the rear seat, you do not do it carefully, you could damage the fuse center.
Page 452 Split-Folding Rear Seat CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt has not been routed through the seat cushion at all, it will not be there to work for the next passenger.
Page 453 3. With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and then press down on the seat cushion until the seat cushion snaps into place. 4. Push and pull on the seat cushion to make sure it is locked into place. 5. Check to make sure the safety belts are properly routed and that no portion of any safety belt is trapped under the seat cushion.
Page 454 Fuses Heated Seat Modules, Air Inlet IGN 3 Motor, Shifter Assembly SPARE Not Used SPARE Not Used FUSE PULLER Fuse Puller L FRT HTD Driver’s Heated Seat Module SEAT MOD MEM/ADAPT Driver’s Power Seat Switch, Memory SEAT Seat Module TRUNK Trunk Release Motor DR RELEASE REVERSE...
Page 455 Rear Underseat Fuse Block (Passenger’s Side) The passenger’s side rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the rear fuse block. See “Removing the Rear Seat Cushion”...
Page 456 Fuses INTERIOR Hush Panel Lamps, Puddle Lamps, LAMP Overhead Courtesy Lamp Assembly PSGR DR MOD Right Front Passenger Door Module RIM (Rear Integration Module), RIM/IGN SW Ignition Switch, Key Lock Cylinder REAR FOG Rear Fog Lamps (Export Only) LAMP SPARE Not Used TV Tuner Assembly (Export Only), TV/VICS...
Page 457: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 474 for more information. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 2.8L HFV6 Engine 3.6L HFV6 Engine 6.0L V8 Engine Engine Oil with Filter 2.8L HFV6 Engine 3.6L HFV6 Engine...
Page 458 Application Transmission (Pan Removal and Replacement) Automatic 6-Speed Manual – CTS 6-Speed Manual – CTS-V Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck ﬂuid level after ﬁlling. Engine 2.8L HFV6 3.6L HFV6...
Page 459: Maintenance Schedule
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ... 460 Introduction ... 460 Maintenance Requirements ... 460 Your Vehicle and the Environment ... 461 Using the Maintenance Schedule ... 461 Scheduled Maintenance ... 463 Additional Required Services ... 466 Maintenance Footnotes ... 467 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...
Page 460: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and...
Page 461: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance is important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe.
Page 462 This schedule is for vehicles that: • carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will ﬁnd these limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 321. • are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits.
Page 463: Scheduled Maintenance
If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 501. Owner Checks and Services on page 469 tells you what should be checked, when to check it, and what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition.
Page 464 If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 350 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system.
Page 465 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 346. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 350. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (k). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 466: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components.
Page 467: Maintenance Footnotes
Service and Miles (Kilometers) CTS-V Only: Change brake ﬂuid (severe service only). See footnote (l). Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Engine cooling system service (or every ﬁve years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
Page 468 (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace with genuine GM parts as needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year.
Page 469: Owner Checks And Services
(i) Drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll cooling system. This service can be complex; you should have your dealer perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 357 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and ﬁller neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
Page 470: At Each Fuel Fill
At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel ﬁll. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 346 for further details. Notice: It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level.
Page 471: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
Page 472 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.
Page 473 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll.
Page 474: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identiﬁed as synthetic, and should also be identiﬁed with the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for...
Page 475 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Key Lock (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Cylinders in Canada 10953474). Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, Floor Shift in Canada 992723) or lubricant Linkage meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant Rear Axle...
Page 476: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.8L V6 and 3.6L V6 Engines 6.0L V8 Engine Engine Oil Filter 2.8L V6 and 3.6L V6 Engines 6.0L V8 Engine Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element Spark Plugs...
Page 477: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 6.0L V8 Engine 2.8L V6 and 3.6L V6 Engines...
Page 478: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 460. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 469 can be added on the following record pages.
Page 479 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 480 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 481: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information ... 482 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ... 482 Online Owner Center ... 485 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ... 486 Customer Assistance Offices ... 486 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ... 487 Roadside Service ... 488 Courtesy Transportation ...
Page 482: Customer Assistance And Information
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 483 STEP THREE (United States Owners): Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ﬁle with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program to enforce your rights.
Page 484 STEP THREE (Canadian Owners): General Motors Participation in the Mediation/Arbitration Program In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after the following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two. General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge mediation/Arbitration program.
Page 485: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center Online Owner Center (United States only) The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: • Get e-mail service reminders. •...
Page 486: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
(TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, the letter should be addressed to: United States — Customer Assistance Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O.
Page 487: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col.
Page 488: Roadside Service
New Vehicle Limited Warranty, up to a maximum coverage of $100. These services are provided at a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer covered by the warranties listed previously. Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canada.
Page 489 Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations: • Towing Service: Emergency towing from a public roadway or highway to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Winch-out assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow.
Page 490 Roadside Service cannot provide timely assistance. Your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service, and you will be reimbursed up to $100 upon submission of the original receipt to Cadillac Roadside ® Service Roadside Service Availability...
Page 491: Courtesy Transportation
Any customer who has access to a (TTY) or a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada 1-888-889-2438 — daily, 24 hours. Cadillac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement...
Page 492 Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related.
Page 493 All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Cadillac and General Motors of Canada reserve the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at their sole discretion.
Page 494: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if the vehicle has the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS),...
Page 495: Collision Damage Repair
In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: • use the data for GM research needs, • make it available for research where appropriate conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or • share summary data which is not tied to a speciﬁc vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes.
Page 496 Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair. These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior accidents. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment GM part, may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s originally designed appearance and safety performance, however, the history of...
Page 497 If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that assures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read your lease carefully, as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs.
Page 498 • Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle.
Page 499 Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there.
Page 500: Reporting Safety Defects
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify us. Please call us at 1-800-458-8006, or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169...
Page 501: Service Publications Ordering Information
In Canada, please call us at 1-888-446-2000. Or, write: Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 General Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Page 502 Owner Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US + Processing Fee Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only.
Page 503 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 332 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ... 178 Additives, Fuel ... 336 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 446 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ... 352 Air Conditioning ... 180 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ... 194 Readiness Light ... 192 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...
Page 504 Appearance Care (cont.) Speaker Covers ... 439 Tires ... 442 Underbody Maintenance ... 443 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ... 444 Washing Your Vehicle ... 439 Weatherstrips ... 439 Windshield and Wiper Blades ... 441 Wood Panels ... 439 Ashtray(s) ... 179 Audio System(s) ...
Page 505 Calibration ... 133 California Fuel ... 336 California Proposition 65 Warning ... 333 Canadian Owners ... 3 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ... 457 Carbon Monoxide ... 100, 130, 316, 328 Care of Safety Belts ... 439 Your CD Player ... 285 Your CDs ...
Page 506 Collision Damage Repair ... 495 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ... 38 Compact Spare Tire ... 434 Compass ... 133 Competitive Driving ... 306 Competitive Driving Mode ... 298 Control of a Vehicle ... 292 Convenience Net ... 152 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ...
Page 507 Driver Information Center (DIC) (cont.) Status of Vehicle Systems ... 219 System Controls ... 218 Driving At Night ... 306 City ... 310 Defensive ... 288 Drunken ... 289 Freeway ... 311 Hill and Mountain Roads ... 314 In Rain and on Wet Roads ... 308 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ...
Page 508 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ... 352 Finish Damage ... 442 Flashers, Hazard Warning ... 160 Flash-to-Pass ... 164 Flat Tire ... 422 Flat Tire, Changing ... 424 Flat Tire, Storing ... 433 Fluid Automatic Transmission ... 353 Manual Transmission ... 355 Power Steering ...
Page 509 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 160 Head Restraints ... 17 Headlamp Aiming ... 384 Headlamps ... 172 Bulb Replacement ... 387 Daytime Running Lamps ... 173 Flash-to-Pass ... 164 Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps ... 388 Halogen Bulbs ... 387 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ...
Page 510 Keyless Entry System ... 92 Keys ... 91 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ... 394 Lamps Battery Run-Down Protection ... 177 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ... 175 Fog ... 175 Reading ... 177 LATCH System Child Restraints ... 55 Lifting Your Vehicle, Tires ... 418 Light Airbag Readiness ...
Page 511 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ... 466 At Each Fuel Fill ... 470 At Least Once a Month ... 470 At Least Once a Year ... 471 Introduction ... 460 Maintenance Footnotes ... 467 Maintenance Record ... 478 Maintenance Requirements ... 460 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...
Page 512 Odometer ... 190 Odometers, Trip ... 191 Off-Road Recovery ... 303 Engine ... 346 Pressure Light ... 206 Oil, Engine Oil Life System ... 350 Oil Temperature Warning Message ... 216 Older Children, Restraints ... 42 One-to-Four Shift Message ... 217 Online Owner Center ...
Page 513 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 25 Radios ... 258 Care of Your CD Player ... 285 Care of Your CDs ... 285 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ... 281 Radio with CD ... 260 Setting the Time ... 260 Theft-Deterrent ...
Page 514 Safety Belt Pretensioners ... 41 Reminder Light ... 192 Safety Belts Care of ... 439 Driver Position ... 26 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ... 26 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 25 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ... 38 Rear Seat Passengers ...
Page 515 Spare Tire Compact ... 434 Installing ... 427 Remving ... 425 String ... 433 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ... 457 Speedometer ... 190 Sport Mode Light ... 207 ® StabiliTrak System ... 299 Starting Your Engine ... 114 Status of Vehicle Systems, DIC ... 219 Steering ...
Page 516 Tires (cont.) Inspection and Rotation ... 409 Installing the Spare Tire ... 427 Lifting Your Vehicle ... 418 Pressure Monitor System ... 405 Removing the Flat Tire ... 427 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ... 425 Run-Flat ... 400 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ...
Page 517 Vehicle Control ... 292 Damage Warnings ... 5 Loading ... 321 Parking Your ... 128 Symbols ... 5 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ... 494 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ... 445 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ... 445 Vehicle Personalization DIC ...
Page 518 Windshield Washer ... 166 Washer Fluid ... 370 Wiper Blade Replacement ... 390 Wiper Blades, Cleaning ... 441 Wiper Fuses ... 446 Wipers ... 165 Winter Driving ... 316 Winter Tires ... 393 Wiper Activated Headlamps ... 172 XM Radio Messages ... 279 XM™...

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Cadillac 2007 CTS Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar System

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Message Center

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Rear Axle

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

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