Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Speed Limiter ..5-14 Information Displays Engine Oil Pressure Driver Information Controls Gauge ..... . 5-15 Center (DIC) .
Instruments and Controls For vehicles without a navigation Steering Wheel Controls (Previous/Next): system, press and hold Press to go to the previous or next two seconds to interact with radio station stored as a favorite, OnStar® or Bluetooth. See or the previous or next track of OnStar Overview on page 14 1 a CD.
Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel Horn (Mist): Single wipe, briefly move the lever down and release. The vehicle may be equipped with a Press on the steering wheel pad Several wipes, hold the lever down. heated steering wheel. to sound the horn. (Off): Turns the wipers off.
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Instruments and Controls Heavy snow or ice can overload the Windshield Washer (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity wiper motor. A circuit breaker will Control): Move the windshield stop the motor until it cools down. WARNING wiper lever to . Turn the band on the wiper lever to adjust the Rainsense In freezing weather, do not use sensitivity.
Instruments and Controls WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID Rear Window Wiper/ (Rear Wiper Delay Short): displays on the Driver Information Sets a five second delay between Washer Center (DIC) when the washer fluid wipes. is low. See Washer Fluid Messages For vehicles with a rear window (Rear Wiper Delay Long): Sets on page 5 45.
Instruments and Controls when the washer button is pressed. To adjust for compass variance, use If the washer fluid is low, the the following procedure: headlamp washers will not work. Compass Variance (Zone) See Windshield Wiper/Washer on Procedure page 5 4 for more information. 1.
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Instruments and Controls 5. Calibrate the compass. See the vehicle, move the magnetic Compass Calibration item, then turn on the vehicle and Procedure following. calibrate the compass. Compass Calibration Compass Calibration Procedure The compass can be manually 1. Before calibrating the compass, calibrated.
Instruments and Controls 4. The DIC will display cause the clock to advance Remove the cover to access and CALIBRATING DRIVE IN faster. Release the button before replace when not in use. CIRCLES. Drive the vehicle in the desired time is reached. Leaving electrical tight circles at less than 3.
5-10 Instruments and Controls Hanging heavy Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there equipment from the power outlet could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and can cause damage not covered function. Often gauges and warning by the vehicle warranty. The lights work together to indicate a Indicators power outlets are designed for...
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Speedometer Trip Odometer The CTS-V tachometer has tracer lights that follow the movement of The speedometer shows the The trip odometer can record the the tachometer indicator. The tracer vehicle's speed in either kilometers number of kilometers or miles lights also flash when it is time to per hour (km/h) or miles per traveled for up to two trips.
5-14 Instruments and Controls An arrow on the fuel gauge Boost Gauge For the CTS-V, this gauge is in the indicates the side of the vehicle the instrument cluster. fuel door is on. This gauge indicates positive The FUEL LEVEL LOW message manifold pressure, which is the appears in the Driver Information induction air pressure level in the...
Instruments and Controls 5-15 For the CTS-V, the tachometer A reading outside the normal tracer lights flash prior to reaching operating range may be caused by engine speed limit. The tracer lights a dangerously low oil level or some also flash on automatic transmission other problem causing low oil vehicles while in the DSC or Tap pressure.
5-16 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Safety Belt Reminders Temperature Gauge Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument cluster. English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. If the engine When the vehicle is started, this Metric coolant overheats, the engine light flashes and a chime may come...
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Passenger Safety Belt If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the Reminder Light light comes on. There is a passenger safety belt The front passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger warning light and chime may turn on airbag status indicator.
5-18 Instruments and Controls If there is a problem with the airbag If the word OFF or the off symbol is system, a Driver Information Center lit on the passenger airbag status (DIC) message may also come on. indicator, it means that the See Airbag System Messages on passenger sensing system has page 5 43.
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Charging System Light If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Malfunction Indicator Lamp This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not A computer system called OBD II running, as a check to show it is...
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5-20 Instruments and Controls If the vehicle is This light comes on during a Light On Steady: An emission continually driven with this light malfunction in one of two ways: control system malfunction has on, the emission controls might been detected on the vehicle. Light Flashing: A misfire condition not work as well, the vehicle fuel Diagnosis and service might be...
Instruments and Controls 5-21 or stumbling on acceleration. happen if the 12-volt battery has These conditions might go away recently been replaced or run once the engine is warmed up. down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical If one or more of these conditions emission control systems during occurs, change the fuel brand used.
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5-22 Instruments and Controls WARNING The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system Metric English For vehicles with the Electric warning light on can lead to a Parking Brake (EPB), this parking crash.
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Antilock Brake System brakes, but not antilock brakes. For the CTS-V, the tracer lights If the regular brake system warning function as a performance up-shift (ABS) Warning Light light is also on, the vehicle does not light.
5-24 Instruments and Controls If the TCS is off, the system does If the light does not come on, have Engine Coolant not assist in controlling the vehicle. the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Temperature Warning Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak If the system is working normally, Light systems and the warning light...
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light The oil pressure light should come will come on at every ignition cycle.
5-26 Instruments and Controls Security Light For information regarding this light Front Fog Lamp Light and the vehicle's security system, see Vehicle Alarm System on page 2 22. High-Beam On Light The security light should come on The fog lamp light comes on when briefly as the engine is started.
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Cruise Control Light Information Displays If a problem is detected, a warning message appears on the display. All messages should be taken Driver Information seriously; clearing the message Center (DIC) does not correct the problem. The Driver Information Center (DIC) DIC Operation and Displays provides status of many vehicle systems.
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5-28 Instruments and Controls Trip A or Trip B If the fuel is low, the FUEL LEVEL (Vehicle Information): Press LOW message displays. See Fuel to scroll through the vehicle Displays the current distance Level Low under Fuel System information displays. See Vehicle traveled since the last reset for each Messages on page 5 36 for more Information Display Menu Items...
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Instruments and Controls 5-29 To reset the timer to zero, press and Blank Display The Oil Life must be reset after hold the set/reset button. each oil change. Avoid accidental This display shows no information. resetting of the Oil Life system. Inst (Instantaneous) Economy Vehicle Information Display It cannot be reset accurately until...
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5-30 Instruments and Controls When the URPA system is turned See Tire Pressure on page 10 67 select between ON or OFF. If you off and the vehicle is shifted out of and Tire Messages on page 5 43 for choose ON, the system will be P (Park), the DIC displays the more information.
Instruments and Controls 5-31 Trans (Transmission) Temp Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and (Temperature) (CTS-V Only) Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC This display shows the transmission indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE fluid temperature in either degrees some action that may be needed to Celsius (°C) or degrees This message displays when the...
5-32 Instruments and Controls BATTERY VOLTS LOW The normal battery voltage range is Brake System Messages 11.5 to 15.5 volts. Monitor battery This message displays when the PARK BRAKE RELEASED voltage on the DIC by pressing the electrical system is charging less vehicle information button until For vehicles with the electric parking than 10 volts or the battery has...
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Instruments and Controls 5-33 PRESS BRAKE TO START SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 21. This message may also ENGINE (AUTOMATIC This message displays if there is a be displayed for other brake system TRANSMISSION ONLY) problem with the brake system.
5-34 Instruments and Controls Compass Messages Door Ajar Messages REAR ACCESS OPEN (Wagon) This message displays when the CALIBRATING DRIVE IN DRIVER DOOR OPEN liftgate is not closed completely. CIRCLES This message displays when the Make sure that the liftgate is closed driver door is not closed completely.
Instruments and Controls 5-35 See Engine Coolant Temperature This message displays when the When you reset the CHANGE Gauge on page 5 16. To avoid engine coolant temperature is too ENGINE OIL SOON message by added strain on a hot engine, the air hot.
5-36 Instruments and Controls OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW If you drive the vehicle This message displays when the This message displays when the while the engine oil pressure is engine power is being reduced to vehicle is low on fuel.
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Instruments and Controls 5-37 ELECTRONIC KEY ALREADY interference. Examples of these devices are cell phones and cell KNOWN phone chargers, two-way radios, If the vehicle has the keyless power inverters, or similar items. access system, this message Try moving the keyless access displays if you try to match a transmitter away from these transmitter that has already been...
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5-38 Instruments and Controls ELECTRONIC KEY NOT transmitters to the vehicle. See the transmitters to the vehicle. See the Keyless Access information for keyless access information for DETECTED RESTART Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ALLOWED System Operation (Key Access) on System Operation (Key Access) on If the vehicle has the keyless page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry...
Instruments and Controls 5-39 needs to be replaced. To replace with this feature. See your dealer. TURN SIGNAL ON the battery, see Battery This message displays as a Lamp Messages Replacement under Remote reminder to turn off the turn signal if Keyless Entry (RKE) System you drive the vehicle for more than AFL (ADAPTIVE FORWARD...
5-40 Instruments and Controls PARKING ASSIST OFF after continued driving, the system Ride Control System needs service. Take the vehicle to Messages After the vehicle has been started, your dealer. this message displays to remind the ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF driver that the URPA system has SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT been turned off.
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Instruments and Controls 5-41 SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE heavier, but you will still be able to See Magnetic Ride Control on steer the vehicle. See Steering on page 9 38. Have the vehicle This message displays if a problem page 9 4. serviced by your dealer.
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5-42 Instruments and Controls Adjust your driving accordingly. See There are several conditions that SUSPENSION MODE SPORT Competitive Driving Mode on can cause this message to appear: (CTS-V ONLY) page 9 38. If there is overheating, which This message will be displayed could occur if StabiliTrak STABILITRAK NOT READY when sport mode is selected using...
Instruments and Controls 5-43 Airbag System Messages START ABORTED BY THEFT SERVICE VEHICLE SOON DETERRENT This message displays when a SERVICE AIR BAG non-emissions related malfunction This message displays if there is a This message displays when there occurs. Have the vehicle serviced communication problem between is a problem with the airbag system.
5-44 Instruments and Controls TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE If a tire pressure message appears Transmission Messages on the DIC, stop as soon as you This message displays when the DIFFERENTIAL HOT, REDUCE can. Inflate the tires by adding air Tire Pressure Monitor System until the tire pressure is equal to the SPEED (CTS-V ONLY) (TPMS) is re-learning the tire...
Instruments and Controls 5-45 SERVICE TRANSMISSION SPORT MODE SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH) This message displays when there This message displays when the is a problem with the vehicle's vehicle is in sport mode. The This message displays when the transmission.
5-46 Instruments and Controls Vehicle 2. Press the customization button Press the customization button until to enter the feature the Display Language screen Personalization settings menu. appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access Vehicle customization allows certain Feature Settings Menu Items the settings for this feature.
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Instruments and Controls 5-47 Russian: All messages will appear Shift Out Of Park (default on Press the customization button until in Russian. Automatic Transmission) Auto Door Unlock appears on the (Automatic Transmission Only): DIC display. Press the set/reset No Change: No change will be The vehicle's doors automatically button once to access the settings made to this feature.
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5-48 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ for this feature. Then press the Remote Door Unlock Feedback reset button while the desired menu up/down button to scroll This feature allows you to select the setting is displayed on the DIC. through the following settings.
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Instruments and Controls 5-49 Lights Off: The exterior lamps will Off: The exterior lamps will not for this feature. Then press the not flash when you press the unlock turn on. menu up/down button to scroll button on the transmitter. through the following settings.
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5-50 Instruments and Controls Factory Settings vehicle exit. When the ignition is (RKE) System Operation (Keyless turned off and all doors become Access) on page 2 6 for more This feature allows you to set all of closed, the vehicle will determine information.
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Instruments and Controls 5-51 The doors will automatically lock To select whether the lights flash To select a setting, press the set/ several seconds after you turn the when the vehicle is unlocked, see reset button while the desired ignition off, remove a keyless Remote Door Unlock earlier in this setting is displayed on the DIC.
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5-52 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ cause the driver seat to move Entry/Exit Recall On (Vehicles reset button while the desired rearward a certain distance, and the with Power Tilt Steering Wheel): setting is displayed on the DIC. steering column to move full up and If this setting is selected the full forward, if equipped.
Instruments and Controls 5-53 Entry/Exit Steering Only: Easy Exiting the Feature Universal Remote Exit will automatically move the Settings Menu System steering column to a full up and The feature settings menu will be full forward position when the See Radio Frequency Statement on exited when any of the following key is removed from the ignition page 13 20 for information...
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5-54 Instruments and Controls This system provides a way to See Erasing Universal Remote Programming a garage door opener replace up to three remote control System Buttons later in this involves time-sensitive actions, so transmitters used to activate section. read the entire procedure before devices such as garage door starting.
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Instruments and Controls 5-55 2. At the same time, press and button selected in Step 2) while hold both the hand-held observing the indicator light and transmitter button and one of the garage door activation. three Universal Remote system If the indicator light stays on buttons to be used to operate continuously or the garage the garage door.
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5-56 Instruments and Controls 6. Immediately return to the Gate Operator and Canadian you live, replace Step 2 under vehicle. Firmly press and hold Programming the Universal Remote Programming for two seconds the Universal System with the following: If you have questions or need help Remote system button, selected Continue to press and hold the programming the Universal Remote...
Instruments and Controls 5-57 Universal Remote System To erase all programmed buttons on Reprogramming a Single the Universal Remote device: Universal Remote Button Operation To reprogram any of the three Using Universal Remote Universal Remote buttons, repeat the programming instructions earlier Press and hold the appropriate in this section, beginning with Universal Remote button for at least...
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Driving and Operating Driving and Starting the Engine ..9-19 Brakes Retained Accessory Antilock Brake Operating Power (RAP) ....9-21 System (ABS) .
Driving and Operating careless and make mistakes. WARNING WARNING (CONTINUED) Anticipate what they might do and be ready. Taking your eyes off the road too Do not drink and drive or ride with Allow enough following distance long or too often could cause a a driver who has been drinking.
Driving and Operating Antilock Brake System (ABS) Helpful braking tips to keep in mind If power steering assist is lost allows steering while braking. include: because the engine stops or because of a system malfunction, Keep enough distance between Off-Road Recovery the vehicle can be steered but may you and the vehicle in front require increased effort.
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids acceleration, or braking, one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to including reducing vehicle speed right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not by shifting to a lower gear.
Driving and Operating CTS V Only: Be sure to check the testing or other competitive driving WARNING (CONTINUED) oil level often during racing, track an engine oil cooler must be testing or other competitive driving installed. Flowing or rushing water creates and keep the level at or near the strong forces.
Driving and Operating Keep your eyes moving scan Other Rainy Weather Tips WARNING (CONTINUED) the road ahead and to the sides. Besides slowing down, other wet Check the rearview mirror and weather driving tips include: none going down a hill. You could vehicle instruments often.
Driving and Operating Stay in your own lane. Do not Drive with caution, whatever the swing wide or cut across the condition. Accelerate gently so center of the road. Drive at traction is not lost. Accelerating too Turn off cruise control, on slippery speeds that let you stay in your quickly causes the wheels to spin surfaces.
Driving and Operating feel really uncomfortable from the WARNING WARNING (CONTINUED) cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps. Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust If it takes some time for help to or under the instrument under the vehicle.
9-10 Driving and Operating Slowly spinning the wheels in the WARNING WARNING forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could Do not load the vehicle any If the vehicle's tires spin at high free the vehicle. If that does not get speed, they can explode, and you heavier than the Gross the vehicle out after a few tries, it...
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Driving and Operating 9-11 Tire and Loading Information positions (1), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label vehicle capacity weight (2) in Load Limit kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement The The Tire and Loading combined weight of Information label also shows the occupants and cargo should tire size of the original never exceed XXX kg or...
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9-12 Driving and Operating and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
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Driving and Operating 9-13 seating positions. The combined GVWR includes the weight of weight of the driver, passengers, the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo should never exceed and cargo. Never exceed the the vehicle's capacity weight. GVWR for the vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating Certification Label (GAWR) for either the front or...
9-14 Driving and Operating Starting and WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING (CONTINUED) Operating cause loss of control and a Never stack heavier crash. Overloading can also things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In shorten the life of the vehicle. inside the vehicle so that Follow these recommended some of them are above guidelines during the first...
Driving and Operating 9-15 manual transmission, shift to the Ignition Positions Make sure the keyless access next lower gear. This rule transmitter is inside the vehicle (Keyless Access) applies at all times, not just when trying to turn the ignition during the break-in period.
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9-16 Driving and Operating If the vehicle must be shut off in an the malfunction indicator lamp as WARNING emergency: may be required for emission inspection purposes. 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while pressure. Do not pump the If you need to shift the transmission moving may cause loss of power brakes repeatedly.
Driving and Operating 9-17 Ignition Positions (Key key is all the way in. If it is and The ignition switch can bind in the you have a manual transmission LOCK/OFF position with the wheels Access) vehicle, turn the steering wheel turned off center.
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9-18 Driving and Operating 4. Set the parking brake. See position can also be used for Key Lock Release service and diagnostics, and to verify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes.
Driving and Operating 9-19 low voltage, try charging or jump Automatic Transmission If the battery in the keyless access starting the battery. See transmitter needs replacing, the DIC Move the shift lever to P (Park) or displays REPLACE BATTERY IN N (Neutral).
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9-20 Driving and Operating Starting Procedure START for many seconds, the cranking motor, and drain the cranking will be stopped after battery. Wait at least 15 seconds 1. With your foot off the accelerator 15 seconds to prevent cranking between each try, to let the pedal, turn the ignition key to motor damage.
Driving and Operating 9-21 If you add electrical parts Engine Coolant Heater WARNING or accessories, you could change Vehicles with the engine coolant the way the engine operates. Any Plugging the cord into an heater can use this option in cold resulting damage would not be ungrounded outlet could cause an weather conditions at or below...
9-22 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park Leaving the Vehicle With the If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle must Engine Running (Automatic Use this procedure to shift into be in P (Park) and the parking brake Transmission) P (Park): set.
Driving and Operating 9-23 Shifting out of Park To shift out of P (Park): Parking (Manual Transmission) 1. Apply the brake pedal. This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system. 2. Release the parking brake. See Before getting out of the vehicle, The shift lock release is place the shift lever in R (Reverse) designed to:...
9-24 Driving and Operating Parking over Things Engine Exhaust WARNING (CONTINUED) That Burn There are holes or openings WARNING in the vehicle body from WARNING damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be Things that can burn could touch completely sealed.
Driving and Operating 9-25 Running the Vehicle Automatic WARNING While Parked Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the It is better not to park with the The shift lever is on the center vehicle if the shift lever is not fully engine running.
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9-26 Driving and Operating Make sure the shift lever is fully in At low vehicle speeds, R (Reverse) Shifting out of P (Park) or P (Park) before starting the engine. can be used to rock the vehicle N (Neutral) with the engine The vehicle has an electronic shift back and forth to get out of snow, running at high speed may...
Driving and Operating 9-27 When the CTS-V is in D (Drive), the Manual Mode The vehicle will be in sport mode first forward gear automatic shift and will shift automatically if the Driver Shift Control (DSC) or after start will be from 1 (First) gear. shift lever is not moved forward Following starts will begin in Tap Shift...
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9-28 Driving and Operating 2. Tap the left control to downshift, and the right control to upshift. 3. To return to sport mode, hold the right upshift control briefly, or hold the shift lever forward briefly, or return the shift lever to D (Drive).
Driving and Operating 9-29 While using the DSC feature, the While in the DSC mode, the CTS Manual Transmission vehicle will have firmer, quicker automatic transmission will If the vehicle has a manual shifting. You can use this for sport automatically downshift when the transmission, the shift lever is on driving or when climbing or...
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9-30 Driving and Operating Shift into 1 (First) when you are R (Reverse): To back up, press release the clutch pedal while going less than 40 km/h (25 mph). down the clutch pedal, completely downshifting, you could damage For CTS-V, shift into 1 (First) when stop the vehicle, and shift into the engine, clutch, driveshaft or you are going less than 64 km/h...
Driving and Operating 9-31 When this light comes on, you can Skip Shift (CTS-V) Drive Systems shift to the next higher gear if Under light acceleration, the weather, road, and traffic conditions All-Wheel Drive transmission will only allow you to allow.
9-32 Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
Driving and Operating 9-33 Parking Brake (Manual) A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set, the ignition is on, and the vehicle begins to move. To stop the chime, fully release the parking brake. If you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill, see for more information.
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9-34 Driving and Operating draining the battery, do not operate is flashing. See your dealer. See WARNING (CONTINUED) the EPB too often without the engine running. for more information. accelerator pedal until you are The system has two warning lights If the EPB is applied while the ready to release the parking and five Driver Information Center...
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Driving and Operating 9-35 attempt to apply it again. If this light chime will sound, and the DIC Automatic EPB Release continues to flash, do not drive the message STEP ON BRAKE TO The EPB will automatically release if vehicle. See your dealer. RELEASE PARK BRAKE will be the vehicle is running, placed into displayed.
9-36 Driving and Operating Brake Assist Ride Control Systems (Except CTS-V) Traction Control This vehicle has a brake assist System (TCS) feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle The vehicle has a Traction Control speed in emergency driving The TCS/StabiliTrak light flashes System (TCS) that limits wheel spin.
Driving and Operating 9-37 or snow and rocking the vehicle is Adding non-dealer accessories can required. See affect your vehicle's performance. . See for information on using TCS when driving in snowy or icy ® StabiliTrak System conditions. When the system activates, this The vehicle has an electronic warning light flashes on the stability control system called...
9-38 Driving and Operating message displays. Press the TCS/ vehicle, to turn TCS back on and StabiliTrak button again to turn both turn the TCS/StabiliTrak warning systems back on. light off. If cruise control is being used when When traction control is the StabiliTrak activates, the cruise turned off, or Competitive Driving control will automatically disengage.
Driving and Operating 9-39 TOUR: Use for normal city and Cruise Control highway driving. This setting provides a smooth, soft ride. WARNING SPORT: Use where road conditions or personal preference demand Cruise control can be dangerous more control. This setting provides where you cannot drive safely at Press and release this button in the more feel, or response to road...
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9-40 Driving and Operating If the vehicle has the Stabilitrak® +RES (Resume/Accelerate): 3. Press the SET button and system and begins to limit wheel Press briefly to make the vehicle release it. spin while you are using cruise resume to a previously set speed, 4.
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Driving and Operating 9-41 To increase vehicle speed in Passing Another Vehicle While Ending Cruise Control small amounts, press the +RES Using Cruise Control There are four ways to end cruise button. Each time this is done, Use the accelerator pedal to control: the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h increase the vehicle's speed.
9-42 Driving and Operating Object Detection (8 ft) of the rear bumper. This WARNING (CONTINUED) distance may be less during warmer Systems or humid weather. damage, even with URPA, always Turning the System On and Off check the area around the vehicle Ultrasonic Parking Assist and check all mirrors before The system can be disabled through...
Driving and Operating 9-43 PARK ASSIST BLOCKED SEE cycle. Once the object is WARNING OWNER'S MANUAL: If the URPA removed, URPA will return to system does not activate due to a normal operation. SBZA does not detect vehicles temporary condition, this message A tow bar is attached to the rapidly approaching outside of the displays on the DIC.
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9-44 Driving and Operating SBZA Detection Zones When the vehicle is started, both When the System Does Not Seem outside mirror displays will briefly to Work Properly The SBZA sensor covers a zone of come on to indicate that the system approximately one lane over from Occasional missed alerts can occur is operating.
Driving and Operating 9-45 instructions, see SBZA Messages continued driving, the system needs . If the infotainment service. Take the vehicle to your The following messages may display still shows the SIDE BLIND dealer. appear on the infotainment display: ZONE ALERT SYSTEM FCC Information SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE...
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9-46 Driving and Operating shifts out of R (Reverse), the If any other problem occurs or if a WARNING navigation screen will go back to the problem persists, see your dealer. last screen that had been displayed, Rear Vision Camera Location The RVC system does not display or the video image will automatically children, pedestrians, bicyclists,...
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Driving and Operating 9-47 Ice, snow, mud, or anything else The following illustration shows the builds up on the camera lens. field of view that the camera Clean the lens, rinse it with provides. water, and wipe it with a soft cloth.
9-48 Driving and Operating Fuel Recommended Fuel If the vehicle has a V6 engine, use Use of the recommended fuel is an regular unleaded gasoline with a important part of the proper posted octane rating of 87 or higher. maintenance of this vehicle. To help If the octane rating is less than 87, keep the engine clean and maintain an audible knocking noise,...
Driving and Operating 9-49 You might also hear audible spark California Fuel Fuels in Foreign knock during acceleration. Refill the Requirements Countries tank with premium fuel as soon as possible to avoid damaging the If the vehicle is certified to meet Never use leaded gasoline or any engine.
9-50 Driving and Operating However, some gasolines contain Gasolines containing oxygenates, fuel contains MMT. We recommend only the minimum amount of such as ethers and ethanol, and against the use of such gasolines. additive required to meet U.S. reformulated gasolines might be Fuels containing MMT can reduce Environmental Protection Agency available in your area.
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Driving and Operating 9-51 If the fuel cap is not installed WARNING (CONTINUED) properly, a message will appear on the Driver Information Center Do not leave the fuel pump display. See unattended. Do not reenter the vehicle When reinstalling the cap, turn it while pumping fuel.
9-52 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel WARNING WARNING (CONTINUED) Container If a fire starts while you are Place the nozzle inside the fill refueling, do not remove the WARNING opening of the container nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by before dispensing fuel, and Filling a portable fuel container shutting off the pump or by...
Driving and Operating 9-53 Do not tow a trailer during the Towing WARNING (CONTINUED) first 800 km (500 miles), to prevent damage to the engine, General Towing When towing a trailer: axle or other parts. Information Do not drive with the liftgate, Then, during the first 800 km trunk/hatch, or rear-most (500 miles) trailer towing, do not...
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9-54 Driving and Operating Before starting, check all trailer hitch This can help to avoid situations When turning with a trailer, make parts and attachments, safety that require heavy braking and wider turns than normal so the chains, electrical connectors, lamps, sudden turns.
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Driving and Operating 9-55 transmission is not shifted down, the Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then brakes might have to be used so apply the parking brake and shift much that they would get hot and no into P (Park) for vehicles with an WARNING longer work well.
9-56 Driving and Operating Maintenance When Trailer Trailer Towing (CTS-V and It depends on how the rig is used. For example, speed, altitude, road Towing Coupe) grades, outside temperature, and The vehicle needs service more how much the vehicle is used to pull The vehicle is neither designed nor often when pulling a trailer.
Driving and Operating 9-57 Weight of the Trailer Tongue Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires The tongue load (1) of any trailer is an important weight to measure Be sure the vehicle's tires are because it affects the total gross inflated to the upper limit for cold weight of the vehicle.
9-58 Driving and Operating Will any holes be made in the Trailer Brakes Conversions and body of the vehicle when the Does the trailer have its own Add-Ons trailer hitch is installed? If so, brakes? Be sure to read and follow seal the holes when the hitch is the instructions for the trailer brakes removed.
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Rear Compartment Fuse Tire Pressure Monitor Storing the Tire Sealant and Block (CTS-V Coupe and Operation ....10-70 Compressor Kit Sedan) ....10-52 Tire Inspection .
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For service and parts needs, visit your dealer. You will receive Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories or genuine GM parts and GM-trained one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle and supported service people. known to the State of California to can affect vehicle performance and cause cancer and birth defects or...
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GM Accessories are designed to If doing some of your own service complement and function with other work, use the proper service systems on the vehicle. See your manual. It tells you much more dealer to accessorize the vehicle about how to service the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories than this manual can.
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Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly. To open the hood: 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever.
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1. Windshield Washer Fluid 11. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See Reservoir (Out of View). See 6. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See 12. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See 7. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. 8. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See 9.
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1. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See 8. Intercooler System Pressure Cap. See 9. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See 10. Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (If Equipped). See 11. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See 3. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. 12. Engine Coolant Surge Tank 1.
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3. Pull the engine cover (2) forward To remove: to slide the rear tabs (3) out from The engine cover consists of two To ensure proper engine under the retainers. pieces. Only the larger front piece performance and long life, careful 4.
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2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then It is a good idea to check the engine push it back in all the way. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to Remove it again, keeping the tip get an accurate reading, the vehicle down, and check the level.
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This certification mark indicates that used. An oil of this viscosity grade your skin for very long. Clean your the oil has been approved to the will provide easier cold starting for skin and nails with soap and water, dexos1 specification. the engine at extremely low or a good hand cleaner.
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indicated can vary considerably. For If the system is ever reset Be careful not to reset the oil life the oil life system to work properly, accidentally, the oil must be display accidentally at any time the system must be reset every time changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) other than after the oil is the oil is changed.
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to use the fluid listed in It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. It is not necessary to check the A transmission fluid leak is the only manual transmission fluid level. reason for fluid loss. If a leak A transmission fluid leak is the only The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir occurs, take the vehicle to the...
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side of the reservoir. The hydraulic clutch fluid system should be closed and sealed. To inspect the air cleaner/filter, Do not remove the cap to check the remove the filter from the vehicle fluid level or to top off the fluid level. and lightly shake the filter to release Remove the cap only when loose dust and dirt.
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7. Move the air cleaner housing 2. Align the air cleaner housing cover and remove the cover cover tabs to the air cleaner from the air cleaner housing. housing. 3. Install the air cleaner housing cover. 4. Install the air cleaner housing cover screws.
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helps to stop flames if the engine and can cause injury. Keep backfires. Use caution when hands, clothing, and tools away working on the engine and do not from any underhood electric fan. drive with the air cleaner/filter off. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
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Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, nothing else needs to be added. This mixture: Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system Gives freezing protection down can be dangerous. Plain water to 37°C ( 34°F), outside and other liquids, can boil before temperature.
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If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of and it will burn if the engine parts clean, drinkable water and Never dispose of engine coolant by are hot enough.
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If coolant is needed, add the proper 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the the proper mixture, to slightly coolant surge tank. above the FROID/FULL COLD line on the side of the coolant If no coolant is visible in the surge surge tank.
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region in the fill neck, add a 50/ about one-quarter of a turn. 50 mixture of clean, drinkable water If you hear a hiss, wait for that to and DEX-COOL coolant at the stop. This allows any pressure coolant fill bottle, but be sure the still left to be vented.
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Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, the fan(s) off and get everyone away from should be running. If they are not, the vehicle until it cools down. do not continue to run the engine Wait until there is no sign of and have the vehicle serviced.
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Idles for long periods in traffic. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park the vehicle Tows a trailer. right away. If the overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the with no sign of steam: engine for three minutes while 1.
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2. Wipe the cap and the top of the your vehicle in an area where the reservoir clean. temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the protection against freezing. dipstick with a clean rag. 4.
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Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the The braking system on a vehicle is This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly complex. Its many parts have to be brake pads have built-in wear applied.
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hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid the brakes will not work well. from a sealed container. See Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are Always clean the brake fluid worn, there will be too much fluid...
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4. Start and run the engine for at least 30 seconds. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to Batteries have acid that can burn cause cancer and reproductive you and gas that can explode.
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Refer to the If your vehicle is equipped with to determine what kind all-wheel-drive, this is an additional of lubricant to use. See system that needs lubrication. It is not necessary to regularly check the transfer case fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise.
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2. Firmly apply both the parking regular brake, try to move the brake and the regular brake. shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer for service. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off When you are doing this...
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To check the P (Park) 2. Turn on the windshield wipers mechanism's holding ability: and turn them off again when With the engine running, shift to the wipers are in the out-wipe P (Park). Then release the position. The driver side blade parking brake followed by the will be straight up and down on regular brake.
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5. Pull the wiper blade assembly To remove the cover: down far enough to release it from the J-hooked end of the wiper arm. Slide the assembly away from the arm. Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield.
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Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb changing procedure If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact necessary, see your dealer.
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5. Pull the old bulb from the lamp housing keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out. 6. Install a new bulb. 7. Reinstall the electrical connector The low beam high intensity by pushing in the two plastic discharge lighting system clips.
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3. Turn the socket counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it. 5. Push the new bulb straight into the socket. 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp assembly. 4. Turn the bulb socket (1) counterclockwise to remove it To replace one of these bulbs: from the lamp assembly (3).
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8. Push on the lamp side opposite the clip until the lamp assembly An electrical overload may cause snaps into place. the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. Have the headlamp wiring checked right away The vehicle has fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or breakers to protect against an...
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To identify and check fuses, circuit breakers, and relays, see The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
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Body Control Module 4 Navigation Motor All-Wheel Drive Transmission Control Module Battery Horn Left Low-Beam Headlamp (Domestic Non-HID Only) Pedestrian Protection System (Export Only) Body Control Not Used Body Control Module 3 Module 1 Antilock Braking Body Control System (ABS) Automatic Forward Module 2 Lighting System...
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Right Low-Beam Engine Control Instrument Panel Headlamp Module Ignition, Auxiliary Power (Domestic Transmission Outlet Non-HID Only) Control Module Air Quality Sensor, Ignition Air Conditioning Inside Rear View Compressor Clutch Power Moding Mirror, Rear (Immobilizer Camera Low-Beam Daytime Module, Ignition Running Lamps Ignition Switch) (non-HID), Left...
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Transmission Horn Output Speed Not Used Headlamp Washer Sensor, Brake Electric Parking (HID Only) Vacuum Relay Brake Cooling Fan (Series/ Spare Not Used Parallel) Spare Not Used Air Conditioning Spare Compressor Clutch Blower Motor Spare Windshield Rear Window Washer Pump Spare Defogger Right Daytime...
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The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays Daytime Running shown. Lamps (Non-HID), Low-Beam This fuse block is on the left side of Headlamps (HID) the engine compartment. Not Used Main Ignition Windshield Wipers Powertrain Windshield Wipers High Speed Lift the fuse block cover to access...
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Body Control Module 4 Navigation Motor Not Used Transmission Control Module Battery Horn Not Used Pedestrian Protection System (Export Only) Body Control Module 3 Body Control Not Used Body Control Module 2 Module 1 Antilock Braking Headlamp Washer System (ABS) Automatic Forward (HID Only) Lighting System...
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Left Daytime Windshield Wipers Body Control Running Module 6, Body Right Low Beam Lamps (HID) Control Module 7 (HID Only) Left High Beam Emissions 1 Left Low Beam Headlamp (HID Only) Even Ignition Coils Right High Beam Right Daytime Odd Ignition Coils Headlamp Running Lamp Emissions 2...
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Cooling Fan 2 Left Daytime Cooling Fan 2 Running Lamp (HID) Cooling Fan 1 Cooling Fan 1 Front Fog Lamps Starter (HID Only) Starter Rear Window High Beam Not Used Defogger Headlamps Antilock Brake Instrument Panel Low Beam System Motor Auxiliary Power Headlamps (HID) Outlet...
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This fuse block is on the left side of the engine compartment. Lift the fuse block cover to access the fuses. Body Control The vehicle may not be equipped Not Used Module 1 with all of the fuses and relays Antilock Braking shown.
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Body Control Right Low Beam Engine Control Module 4 Headlamp Module Ignition, (Domestic Non Transmission Navigation Motor HID Only) Control Module All-Wheel Drive Ignition Air Conditioning Transmission Compressor Clutch Power Moding Control Module (Immobilizer Low Beam Daytime Battery Module, Ignition Running Lamps Switch) Horn...
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Instrument Panel Transmission Auxiliary Power Output Speed Not Used Outlet Sensor, Brake Electric Parking Vacuum Relay Air Quality Sensor, Brake Inside Rear View Spare Not Used Mirror, Rear Spare Not Used Camera Spare Blower Motor Ignition Spare Steering Wheel Transmission Illumination Spare Control Module...
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Horn Daytime Running Lamps (Non HID), Headlamp Washer Low Beam (HID Only) Headlamps (HID) Cooling Fan (Series/ Not Used Parallel) Main Ignition Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Windshield Wipers Not Used Powertrain Windshield Wipers Right Daytime Lift the fuse block cover to access Running Lamp, High Speed the fuses.
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Body Control Module 4 Navigation Motor Not Used Transmission Control Module Battery Horn Not Used Pedestrian Protection System (Export Only) Body Control Module 3 Body Control Body Control Not Used Module 2 Module 1 Antilock Braking Headlamp Washer Automatic Forward System (ABS) (HID Only) Lighting System...
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Left Daytime Right Low-Beam Emissions 1 Running (HID Only) Even Ignition Coils Lamp (HID) Left Low-Beam Odd Ignition Coils Left High-Beam (HID Only) Emissions 2 Headlamp Right Daytime Engine Control Right High-Beam Running Lamp Module Headlamp (HID Only) Right Daytime Instrument Panel Not Used Running Lamp...
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Rear Window Low-Beam Not Used Defogger Headlamps (HID) Antilock Brake Instrument Panel Not Used System Motor Auxiliary Power Main Ignition Outlet Not Used Windshield Wipers Horn Electric Parking Powertrain Brake Headlamp Washer (HID Only) Windshield Wipers Not Used High Speed Cooling Fan (Series/ Not Used Parallel)
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Sedan Trunk Release/Coupe Rear Fog (Export Only) Side Marker Lamps Left Position Lamps Right Position Lamp Left Position Lamp Door Lock Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Fog/Export Body Control Stop Lamps Right Position Lamp Module (Export Only) (Export Only) (Export Only) Door Lock Console/Auxiliary Trunk Release...
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Right Position Lamp Theft Deterrent (Export Only) System/Universal Left Rear Window Garage Door Switch Regulated Voltage Opener Control Sensor Right Rear Window Memory Seat Switch Audio System Module (Radio) Passenger Door Airbag System Module Remote Keyless Side Blind Zone Entry/PASS-Key® Alert (Coupe Only) Theft Deterrent The rear compartment fuse block is...
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Sedan Trunk Release/Coupe Rear Fog (Export Only) Side Marker Lamps Left Position Lamps Right Position Lamp Left Position Lamp Door Lock Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Fog/Export Body Control Stop Lamps Right Position Lamp Module (Export Only) (Export Only) (Export Only) Door Lock Console/Auxiliary Trunk Release...
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Right Position Lamp Theft Deterrent (Export Only) System/Universal Left Rear Window Garage Door Switch Regulated Voltage Opener Control Sensor Right Rear Window Memory Seat Switch Audio System Module (Radio) Passenger Door Airbag System Module Remote Keyless Side Blind Zone This fuse block is on the right side Entry/PASS-Key®...
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Not Used Side Marker Lamps Left Position Lamps Right Position Lamp Left Position Lamp Door Lock Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Fog/Export Body Control Module (Export Only) Rear Windshield Stop Lamps Fuel Door Unlock Wiper/Washer (Export Only) (Export Only) Windshield Door Lock Right Position Lamp Washer Pump (Export Only)
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Regulated Voltage Theft Deterrent Control Sensor System/Universal Left Rear Window Garage Door Switch Audio System Opener (Radio) Right Rear Window Memory Seat Switch Airbag System Module Remote Keyless Passenger Door ® Entry/PASS Key Module Theft Deterrent Module Rear Auxiliary The rear compartment fuse block is Power Outlet on the passenger side of the Audio Speakers/...
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Side Marker Lamps Left Position Lamps Right Position Lamp Left Position Lamp Door Lock Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Fog/Export Body Control Module (Export Only) Rear Windshield Wiper/Washer Stop Lamps Right Position Lamp Windshield (Export Only) (Export Only) Washer Pump Door Lock Console/Auxiliary Fuel Pump Power Outlet...
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Regulated Voltage Theft Deterrent Control Sensor System/Universal Left Rear Window Garage Door Switch Audio System Opener (Radio) Right Rear Window Memory Seat Switch Airbag System Module Remote Keyless Passenger Door Entry/PASS-Key® Module Theft Deterrent Module Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet Audio Speakers/ Subwoofer Amplifier OnStar®...
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Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury. service center should repair, leading tire manufacturer.
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Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not, originally, speed rating as the original all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires. designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased Winter tires with the same speed performance on most road surfaces...
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noise levels. In severe winter climates where snowfall may be Useful information about a tire is significant, these tires may be molded into its sidewall. The found to provide less traction. examples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall.
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and service description. See the The type Tire Size illustration later in this The last four of cord and number of plies section. digits of the TIN indicate the tire in the sidewall and under the manufactured date. The first tread.
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spare tire, see information on tire pressure and inflation see A combination of The letters and numbers letters and numbers define a following the DOT (Department tire's width, height, aspect ratio, of Transportation) code are the construction type, and service Tire Identification Number (TIN).
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A two-digit is certified to carry. The speed number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a height-to-width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load. For example, if the tire size The following is an example of a aspect ratio is 60, as shown in typical passenger vehicle item 3 of the illustration, it would...
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A rubber coated layer of maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Gross Axle Weight cords between the plies and the and coolant, but without Rating for the rear axle. See tread. Cords may be made from passengers and cargo. steel or other reinforcing A code molded materials.
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model name molding that is The portion of a tire load rating for a tire at the higher or deeper than the same between the tread and the bead. maximum permissible inflation moldings on the other sidewall pressure for that tire. of the tire.
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A label A tire permanently attached to a information system that provides vehicle showing the vehicle consumers with ratings for a capacity weight and the original tire's traction, temperature, equipment tire size and and treadwear. Ratings recommended inflation pressure. are determined by tire See Tire and Loading manufacturers using Information Label under...
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How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the affects vehicle handling and ride tire valve stem. Press the tire comfort. Never load the vehicle gauge firmly onto the valve to with more weight than it was get a pressure measurement. designed to carry.
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Vehicles with 255/40ZR19 or pressure telltale when one or more 285/35ZR19 size tires require of your tires is significantly inflation pressure adjustment when under-inflated. driving the vehicle at speeds of The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher.
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The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. for information This sequence will continue upon When a low tire pressure condition regarding Part 15 of the Federal subsequent vehicle start-ups as is detected, the TPMS illuminates...
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displays see for the remainder of the ignition cycle. A DIC warning message also displays. The malfunction light and DIC warning message come on at The low tire pressure warning light each ignition cycle until the problem may come on in cool weather when is corrected.
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sensor matching process. See for service if the TPMS malfunction There are two minutes to match the TPMS Sensor Matching light and DIC message comes on first tire/wheel position, and Process later in this section. and stays on. five minutes overall to match all four tire/wheel positions.
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The tire has a puncture, cut, sensor identification code has or other damage that cannot been matched to this tire and We recommend that the tires, wheel position. be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the 6.
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If the unusual wear continues after the rotation, check the wheel alignment. See Directional tires should not be rotated. Each tire and wheel should be used only in the position it is in. Directional tires will have an arrow on the tire indicating the proper direction of Use this rotation pattern if the Use this rotation pattern when...
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towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor remove all rust or dirt. System. See Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing Check that all wheel nuts are grease after a wheel change or properly tightened.
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GM recommends that tires, at least a month, remove the tires or number is molded onto the tire's including the spare if equipped, be raise the vehicle to reduce the sidewall near the tire size. If the replaced after six years, regardless weight from the tires.
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necessary to replace only one If the vehicle tires must be axle set of worn tires, place the replaced with a tire that does not new tires on the rear axle. have a TPC Spec number, make Mixing tires of different sizes sure they are the same size, (other than those originally Winter tires with the same speed...
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treadwear, traction, and temperature performance. This applies only to vehicles sold in developed for the vehicle, and If wheels or tires are installed that the United States. The grades have them properly installed by a are a different size than the original are molded on the sidewalls of GM certified technician.
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All Passenger Car Tires Must conditions on a specified indoor Conform to Federal Safety laboratory test wheel. Sustained The traction grades, from Requirements In Addition To high temperature can cause the highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, These Grades. material of the tire to degenerate and C.
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Replace any wheel that is bent, Using the wrong replacement cracked, or badly rusted or The tires and wheels were aligned wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming and balanced at the factory to loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts can be dangerous.
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It is unusual for a tire to blow out control and a crash. Use another while driving, especially if the tires type of traction device only if its are maintained properly. See Replacing a wheel with a used manufacturer recommends it for .
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Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for Changing a tire can be permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could dangerous. The vehicle can slip Re-inflating a tire after it has been be badly injured or killed if the off the jack and roll over or fall driven on while severely...
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This vehicle may come with a jack The following information explains and spare tire or a tire sealant and how to repair or change a tire. compressor kit. To use the jacking Overinflating a tire could cause equipment to change a spare tire the tire to rupture and you or safely, follow the instructions below.
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If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: 2. On/Off Button compressor kit, there may not be a 3. Pressure Gauge spare tire or tire changing 4. Pressure Deflation Button equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store 5.
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assembly must be replaced. See 3. Pressure Gauge Removal and Installation of the 4. Pressure Deflation Button Sealant Canister following. 5. Tire Sealant Canister 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) 7. Air Only Hose (Black) 8. Power Plug Follow the directions closely for When using the tire sealant and correct sealant usage.
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1. Remove the tire sealant and 6. Plug the power plug (8) into the 9. Press the on/off button (2) to compressor kit from its storage accessory power outlet in the turn the tire sealant and location. See vehicle. Unplug all items from compressor kit on.
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The pressure gauge (3) may The tire is not sealed and will read higher than the actual tire continue to leak air until the pressure while the compressor vehicle is driven and the is on. Turn the compressor off sealant is distributed in the tire, to get an accurate pressure therefore, Steps 12 18 must be reading.
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19. Stop at a safe location and 21. Dispose of the used sealant check the tire pressure. Refer canister (5) and sealant/air to Steps 1 11 under Using the hose (6) assembly at a local Tire Sealant and Compressor dealer or in accordance with Kit without Sealant to Inflate a local state codes and practices.
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3. Pressure Gauge 2. Unwrap the air only hose (7) and Do not pinch the power plug the power plug (8). cord in the door or window. 4. Pressure Deflation Button 3. Place the kit on the ground. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle 5.
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The pressure gauge (3) may 12. Unplug the power plug (8) from The tire sealant and compressor kit read higher than the actual tire the accessory power outlet in has an accessory adapter located in pressure while the compressor the vehicle. a compartment on the bottom of its is on.
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The tire sealant and compressor kit The tire sealant and compressor kit is in the trunk in one of the following is in the rear of the vehicle. locations. 1. Open the trunk. See 2. Remove the retainer that holds the tire sealant and compressor kit in place.
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2. Pull up on the tire sealant and compressor kit (1) to remove it from the foam container (2). It is not necessary to remove the The tire sealant and compressor kit subwoofer (3) to access the tire sealant and compressor kit; is in the trunk in one of the following locations.
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To store the tire sealant and 5. Extension (If Equipped) compressor kit, reverse the steps. 6. Strap To access the spare tire and jacking equipment: 1. Remove the spare tire cover. 2. Remove the foam cover, if equipped. 3. Remove the stow rod cap by pulling it straight up off of the rod.
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1. Wing Nut 4. Remove the jack (3), wheel 3. Slide the jack (3) forward to wrench (5), and extension (6), remove it from the floor storage 2. Spare Tire if the vehicle has one. bracket. 3. Jack To remove the jack: 4.
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Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could 4.
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6. Raise the jack by turning the 9. Remove all of the wheel nuts wheel wrench clockwise until the and the flat tire. slots in the jack head fit into the metal flange located behind the V-shaped locating notches on the plastic molding as shown.
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14. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the towel can be used; however, use jack completely. a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off.
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Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 1. Cargo Tie-Down 2. Hook 3.
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4. Route the loop end of the 9. Slide the buckle to tighten the 1. Return all tools as they were strap (3) through one of the cargo tie-down strap. stored in the rear storage cargo tie-downs (1) in the rear of compartment and put the the vehicle.
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9. Slide the D-ring (5) on that side Stop as soon as possible and check Do not mix the compact spare tire or forward to engage the hook. that the spare tire is correctly wheel with other wheels or tires. inflated after being installed on the They will not fit.
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2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, For more information about the but be sure the vehicles are not vehicle battery, see touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you do not want. You If the vehicle battery has run down, would not be able to start your you may want to use another...
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3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save the radio! An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running...
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5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could Be sure the battery has enough get a shock. The vehicles could water. You do not need to add be damaged too. water to the battery installed in Before you connect the cables, your new vehicle.
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8. Now connect the black 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) cable at least 45 cm negative terminal of the good (18 in) away from the dead battery. Use a remote battery, but not near engine negative ( ) terminal if the parts that move.
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What is the distance that will be travelled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another Is the proper towing equipment vehicle such as behind a going to be used? See your motorhome.
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The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If a rear-wheel-drive vehicle must be towed, a dolly or a trailer should be used. If an all-wheel-drive vehicle must be towed, a trailer should be used. See Dolly Towing following for more information.
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4. Put the vehicle in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or in 1 (First) for a manual transmission. 5. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the dolly. To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct 6.
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damage the vehicle's finish if they To keep the paint finish looking new, remain on painted surfaces. Wash keep the vehicle garaged or the vehicle as soon as possible. covered whenever possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
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clean cloth. See Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or paper towel soaked with Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to windshield washer fluid or a mild clean the tires. detergent.
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washing system can do this. If not removed, rust and corrosion can Airborne pollutants can fall upon develop. and attack painted vehicle surfaces Visually inspect the front and rear causing blotchy, ring-shaped suspension and steering system for discolorations, and small, irregular damaged, loose, or missing parts or If the vehicle is damaged and dark spots etched into the paint...
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Never use a brush with stiff Your dealer may have products for bristles. cleaning the interior. Use cleaners specifically designed for the Never rub any surface surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive permanent damage. Apply all pressure. cleaners directly to the cleaning Do not use laundry detergents or cloth.
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3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface center. Fold the cleaning cloth to using a soft brush attachment. If a a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being For vehicles with high gloss prevent forcing the soil in to the used during vacuuming, only use it...
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Keep belts clean and dry. Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Wash with warm water and mild detergent.
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replacing, it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals. Always If a floor mat is the wrong size or check that the floor mats do not is not properly installed, it can interfere with the pedals.
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Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
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You may contact the BBB Auto Line Center at 1-800-458-8006. In Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Canada, call the Canadian Cadillac dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Customer Care Centre at...
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our impartial program offers In the event that you do advantages over courts in most not feel your concerns have been jurisdictions because it is informal, addressed after following the quick, and free of charge. procedure outlined in Steps One For further information concerning and Two, General Motors of Canada eligibility in the Canadian Motor...
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If you have a problem that has not assistance. However, if a customer been satisfactorily handled through Center (CAC) and provide the wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, the normal means, we suggest the following information: the letter should be addressed to:...
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To assist customers who are deaf, Roadside Service: 1-800-882-1112 hard of hearing, or speech-impaired 1-866-466-8195 and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment Please contact the local General available at its Customer Assistance Motors Business Unit. 00-800-052-1005 Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-2622.
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Select a preferred dealer and view dealer location, Take a trip to the Cadillac Owner maps, phone numbers, and hours. Centre: The Cadillac online owner Chat live with online help experience is a one-stop resource Track the vehicle s representatives.
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When calling Roadside Service, New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For more information on the limited have the following information Cadillac and General Motors of offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or ready: Canada Limited reserve the right to call the GM Mobility Assistance...
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If your trip is service station. Cadillac parts and tools required to interrupted due to a warranty handle most roadside repairs. Service to failure, incidental expenses may...
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Cadillac copy of the repair orders are the program. The Roadside Customer Assistance Center at required.
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Cadillac dealership to repair the vehicle the same day, requiring If the vehicle is in another city Transmission of urgent phone...
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exceed the amount authorized availability at the chosen Canada are at the owner's expense for these services, you must pay destination. Restrictions apply and will be reimbursed by Roadside the difference at the time of based on vehicle specifications. Assistance. service.
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Cost of towing a trailer when of your transportation needs, your To contact Roadside Assistance by choosing a Cadillac dealer that dealer can help minimize your phone, use the following numbers: is nearest to the temporary inconvenience.
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If your dealer requests you to bring entitled Limited Warranty and the vehicle for service, you are Owner Assistance Information urged to do so as early in the work furnished with each new vehicle If the vehicle requires overnight day as possible to allow for provides detailed warranty coverage warranty repairs, and public same-day repair.
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Rental reimbursement will be limited Collision parts are the best choice to and must be supported by original ensure that the vehicle's designed receipts. This requires that you sign appearance, durability, and safety and complete a rental agreement are preserved. The use of Genuine and meet state/provincial, local, and GM parts can help maintain the GM rental vehicle provider requirements.
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poorly, exhibit premature durability/ various insurance policy terms. corrosion problems, and may not Many insurance policies provide If there has been an injury, call perform properly in subsequent reduced protection to the GM emergency services for help. Do not collisions. Aftermarket parts are not vehicle by limiting compensation for leave the scene of a crash until all covered by the GM New Vehicle...
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Vehicle Identification original GM parts. Remember, Number (VIN). recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty. Insurance company and policy number. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair. General description of the Service Manuals have the diagnosis Depending on your policy limits, damage to the other vehicle.
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In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Or write to: Owner Manual, and Warranty Helm, Incorporated Booklet. Attention: Customer Service RETAIL SELL PRICE: 47911 Halyard Drive $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Plymouth, MI 48170 shipping fees. Prices are subject to change without Without Portfolio: Owner notice and without incurring Manual only.
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Vehicle Safety Hotline Cadillac Customer Assistance toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Center (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Cadillac Motor Car Division If you live in Canada, and you P.O. Box 33169 write to: believe that the vehicle has a safety Detroit, MI 48232-5169...
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These data can help provide a better understanding of the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a record, in certain crash or near non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
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GM will not access this data or share it with others except: with the If the vehicle is equipped with a consent of the vehicle owner or, navigation system, use of the if the vehicle is leased, with the This vehicle has systems that system may result in the storage of consent of the lessee;...
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Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ....10-107 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-25 Interior .
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LATCH System Lights (cont'd) Lower Anchors and Tethers Engine Oil Pressure ..5-25 Replacing Parts after a for Children (LATCH Crash ..... . .3-47 Flash-to-Pass .
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Replacing LATCH System Seats (cont'd) Power Adjustment, Front ..3-4 Parts after a Crash ... 3-47 Safety Belts ....3-12 Replacing Safety Belt Rear .
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Shift Lock Control Function Storage Areas Time ......5-9 Check, Automatic Cargo Cover ....4-2 Tires Transmission .
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