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Page 2: Table Of Contents
2015 Cadillac CTS Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Driving and Operating .
Page 3 2015 Cadillac CTS Owner Manual Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 General Information ..11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ..11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ..11-5 Maintenance Records .
Page 4: Using This Manual
Caution indicates a hazard that this manual including, but not limited alphabetical list of what is in the could result in property or vehicle to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, manual and the page number where damage. the CADILLAC Emblem, and CTS it can be found.
Page 5 Introduction Symbols : Air Conditioning : Windscreen Washer Fluid Refrigerant Oil The vehicle has components and : Antilock Brake System (ABS) labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with : Audio Steering Wheel Controls the text describing the operation or : Brake System Warning Light information relating to a specific component, control, message,...
Page 6: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-9 Rear Vision Mirror Adjustment ... . 1-10 Camera (RVC) ... . . 1-16 Steering Wheel Rear Cross Traffic Alert Instrument Panel...
Page 7: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 8 In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-8. 9. Glove Box Button. See Glove 15. Cruise Control on page 9-31 (If Box on page 4-1. Equipped). 2. Indicator Lever. See Indicator and Lane-Change Signals on Automatic Parking Assist (If Adaptive Cruise Control on Equipped).
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief 21. Shift Lever. See Automatic Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry Transmission on page 9-20. (RKE) System Information Manual Mode Button. See The RKE transmitter may work up to Automatic Transmission on This section provides a brief 60 m (197 ft) away. page 9-20.
Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Starting the Vehicle Cancelling a Remote Start Press twice quickly to release the boot. To cancel a remote start do any of 1. Press and release on the the following: transmitter. Press and release to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold until the 2.
Page 11 In Brief From the inside rear doors, push For Keyless Access, press the From inside, press . The down on the door lock knob on top touch pad on the rear of the boot indicator light in the switch will of the door.
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Raise or lower the seat by Press the switch down to lower the See Lumbar Adjustment on moving the rear of the control up window. Pull the switch up to raise page 3-4. or down. it. See Power Windows on Bolster Adjustment page 2-21.
Page 13: Memory Features
In Brief Reclining Seat Backrests Memory Features Heated and Ventilated Seats To adjust the seat back: The SET, "1," "2," and (Exit) Front Seats Tilt the top of the control buttons on the driver door are used If equipped, the buttons are near the rearward to recline.
Page 14: Safety Belts
In Brief To achieve a comfortable seating Refer to the following sections for Press to ventilate the driver position, change the seatback important information on how to use or passenger seat. A ventilated seat recline angle as little as necessary safety belts properly: has a fan that pulls or pushes air while keeping the seat and the head...
Page 15: Mirror Adjustment
1-10 In Brief passenger sensing system. See To adjust each mirror: Steering Wheel Passenger Sensing System on Adjustment 1. Press (L) or (R) to select the page 3-28. driver or passenger side mirror. The passenger airbag status 2. Press the arrows on the control indicator lights on the overhead pad to move the mirror up, console are visible when the vehicle...
Page 16: Interior Lighting
In Brief 1-11 Power Tilt and Telescoping Wheel To set the power tilt wheel memory Reading Lamps position, see Memory Seats on There are front and rear reading page 3-6. lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. Interior Lighting These lamps come on when any door is opened.
Page 17: Exterior Lighting
1-12 In Brief Exterior Lighting See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1. Windscreen Wiper/ Washer There are four positions: Press the button next to each rear : Turns off the exterior lamps. With the ignition in ACC/ passenger reading lamp. The knob returns to the AUTO ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, position after it is released.
Page 18: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-13 INT: Move the windscreen wiper lever to INT. Turn the INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If equipped with Rainsense, turn the band to adjust the sensitivity. To turn the Rainsense feature on or off, see Rain Sense Wipers under Vehicle Personalisation on page 5-47.
Page 19: Vehicle Features
1-14 In Brief 1. Outside Temperature Display Temporary Tap Shift Mode may be Vehicle Features entered while in D (Drive) using the 2. Driver and Passenger tap shift controls on the back of the Temperature Controls Infotainment System steering wheel. 3.
Page 20: Cruise Control
In Brief 1-15 Cruise Control increase speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, press +RES up to the second detent. SET : Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed.
Page 21: Lane Change Alert (Lca)
1-16 In Brief Forward Collision Alert The system will not assist or alert if Rear Vision it detects that you are actively (FCA) System Camera (RVC) steering. Override LKA by turning the steering wheel. LKA uses a If equipped, FCA may help avoid or If equipped, RVC displays a view of camera to detect lane markings reduce the harm caused by...
Page 22: Parking Assist
In Brief 1-17 Parking Assist When the vehicle speed is below Active Emergency 30 km/h (18 mph), press the APA Braking System If equipped, Rear Parking Assist button, , to enable the system. (RPA) uses sensors on the rear If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise bumper to assist with parking and See Automatic Parking Assist Control (ACC) it also has the Active...
Page 23 1-18 In Brief Inside the storage area under The passenger side switch (2) the armrest cover. operates the sunshade. Press and release the front or rear of the On the rear of the centre switch (2) to express open or console, if equipped.
Page 24: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief 1-19 Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button Performance and again to turn traction control Maintenance back on. To turn off both TCS and Traction Control/ StabiliTrak, press and hold the Electronic Stability TCS/StabiliTrak button on the The low tyre pressure warning light Control centre console until alerts to a significant loss in...
Page 25: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
1-20 In Brief Replace the vehicle's tyres with The TPMS does not replace normal Driving for Better Fuel the same TPC Spec number monthly tyre maintenance. Maintain Economy moulded into the tyre's sidewall the correct tyre pressures. near the size. Driving habits can affect fuel See Tyre Pressure Monitor System mileage.
Page 26: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-19 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-19 Keys Heated Mirrors .
Page 27: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the transmitter's battery. This key, inside the Remote Keyless See Battery Replacement later Entry (RKE) transmitter, is used for in this section. the driver door, front passenger door, and rear folding seats. If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your To remove the key, press the button dealer or a qualified technician...
Page 28 Keys, Doors, and Windows Personalisation on page 5-47. If the See Remote Lock, Unlock, Start under Vehicle Personalisation on passenger door is open when page 5-47. pressed, all doors lock. Pressing will disarm the alarm Pressing may also arm the alarm system.
Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows The Keyless Access system can be (Vehicle Locator/Panic programmed to unlock all doors on Alarm): Press and release one the first lock/unlock press from the time to initiate vehicle locator. The driver door. See Vehicle exterior lamps flash and the horn Personalisation on page 5-47.
Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from vehicle is off and at least one Keyless Boot Opening the Passenger Doors transmitter has been removed or Press the touch pad on the boot none remain in the vehicle. When the doors are locked and the handle to open the boot if the RKE RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft).
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows Starting the Vehicle with a Low Battery Replacement Transmitter Battery Warning If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal, Make sure that you dispose of old the DIC may display NO REMOTE batteries in accordance with DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY environmental protection...
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. Press the button on the side of 2. Separate the two halves of the 3. Remove the old battery. Do not the transmitter near the bottom transmitter using a flat tool use a metal object. and pull the key out.
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows If your vehicle is low on fuel, do not (Remote Vehicle Start): This 2. Immediately press and hold use the remote start feature. The button will be on the RKE for at least four seconds or until vehicle may run out of fuel.
Page 34: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows The remote start can only be Conditions in Which Remote Start Door Locks extended once. Will Not Work When the remote start is extended, The remote start will not operate if Warning any of the following occur: the second 10 minute period is Unlocked doors can be added on to the first 10 minutes for...
Page 35 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door 3. Move the cap (2) rearward and Warning (Continued) handle, press the lock/unlock remove. button. When unlocking from the 4. Use the key (4) in the cylinder. Outsiders can easily enter driver door, the first press unlocks through an unlocked door...
Page 36: Delayed Locking
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Inside the Vehicle (Lock): Press to lock the doors. The indicator light in the switch will On the rear doors, push down on illuminate when activated. the door lock knob to lock the door manually. Pull once on the door (Unlock): Press to unlock the handle to unlock the door and again doors.
Page 37: Lockout Protection
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Lockout Protection can be turned on or off using the Press on the door lock switch vehicle personalisation menus. See again, or press on the RKE If the vehicle is in ACC/ Vehicle Personalisation on transmitter, to override this feature ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START page 5-47.
Page 38: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 The rear door power windows are Doors Warning (Continued) also disabled. See Power Windows on page 2-21. Boot Adjust the climate control system to a setting that Press again to deactivate the brings in only outside air and lockout switch.
Page 39 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Boot Release The boot can be opened while the Emergency Boot Release vehicle is locked by pressing the Handle touch pad above the number plate while the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear of the vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2.
Page 40: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 There is a glow-in-the-dark Vehicle Security On Solid: Vehicle is secured emergency boot release handle on during the delay to arm the system. This vehicle has theft-deterrent the boot lid. This handle will glow Fast Flash: Vehicle is unsecured. features;...
Page 41 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows will bypass the 30-second delay Disarming the Alarm System How to Detect a Tamper and immediately arm the alarm Condition To disarm the alarm system or turn system. off the alarm if it has been activated: is pressed on the transmitter The vehicle alarm system will not and the horn chirps and the lights...
Page 42: Anti-Theft Locking System
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 The inclination sensor can set off Intrusion and Inclination Operation under Remote Keyless the alarm if it senses movement of Entry (RKE) System Operation on Sensors Disable Switch the vehicle, such as a change in page 2-2.
Page 43 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle is automatically vehicle. If the transmitter is ever It is possible for the immobiliser immobilised when the vehicle is damaged, you may not be able to system to learn new or replacement turned off. start your vehicle.
Page 44: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Power Folding Mirrors The outside mirrors fold inward to Convex Mirrors prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold the mirrors move the selector Warning switch to and press the down A convex mirror can make things, arrow on the control pad.
Page 45: Interior Mirrors
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle may have an Auto Reverse Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors Mirror Folding feature, see Remote The passenger and/or driver mirror Keyless Entry (RKE) System Interior Rearview Mirrors tilt to a preselected position when Operation on page 2-2. the vehicle is in R (Reverse).
Page 46: Power Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Warning pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window especially with the windows...
Page 47 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express-Down/Up Windows Express Window Anti-Pinch Programming the Power Override Windows The express feature allows the windows to be raised and lowered If the vehicle battery has been Warning all the way without holding the recharged or disconnected, or is not switch.
Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 The window is now reprogrammed. Sun Visors Press to activate the safety Repeat the process for the other locks on the rear doors. The windows. indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated. Comfort Open The rear door power door locks are To open the windows remotely, also disabled.
Page 49: Rear Window Sunshade
2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Window Sunshade When shifting the vehicle into To close the sunshade, use the R (Reverse), the sunshade will handle to unhook and hold it while it automatically retract if it is retracts down. extended. It will re-extend after a short delay when shifting into D (Drive).
Page 50: Roof
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-25 Roof Vent: Press and release the front sunshade will then return to the of the switch (1) to vent the sunroof. full-open position. To close the The sunshade will automatically sunroof/sunshade, see Express Sunroof open approximately 38 cm (15 in). Open/Express Close.
Page 51 2-26 Keys, Doors, and Windows If water is seen dripping into the water drainage system, this is normal.
Page 52: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belts Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ..... 3-32 Safety Belts ....3-13 Restraints Adding Equipment to the How to Wear Safety Belts...
Page 53: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the To raise or lower the head restraint, top of the restraint is at the same press the button located on the side height as the top of the occupant's of the head restraint, and pull up or Warning head.
Page 54: Seats And
Seats and Restraints head restraint after the button is Front Seats released to make sure that it is locked in place. Power Seat Adjustment The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable. Warning Rear Seats You can lose control of the The vehicle's rear seats have vehicle if you try to adjust a driver adjustable head restraints in the...
Page 55: Lumbar Adjustment
Seats and Restraints To adjust the seat: Lumbar Adjustment Bolster Adjustment Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down. If available, raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
Page 56: Thigh Support Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Thigh Support Reclining Seat Backrests Warning Adjustment Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body.
Page 57: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To save positions to the 1 and 2 buttons: 1. Adjust the driver seat, outside mirrors, and the power tilt and telescoping steering column (if equipped) to the desired driving positions. 2. Press and release SET. A beep will sound.
Page 58 Seats and Restraints Depending upon the Auto Memory To stop recall movement, press one 3. Immediately press and hold Recall feature enabled in the vehicle of the memory, power mirror, until two beeps sound. personalisation menu, memory 1 or power seat controls; or press the Manually Recalling Memory or 2 positions are recalled in the power tilt and telescoping steering...
Page 59: Heated And Ventilated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Easy Exit recall automatically the memory item that is not Warning (Continued) activates when one of the following recalling for two seconds. Try occurs: recalling again by opening the care when using the seat heater, driver door and pressing The vehicle is turned off and the especially for long periods of the RKE transmitter.
Page 60 Seats and Restraints If equipped, the buttons are near the high, the level may automatically be The heated or ventilated seats will climate controls on the centre stack. lowered after approximately not turn on during a remote start To operate, the ignition must be in 30 minutes.
Page 61: Rear Seats
3-10 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Folding the Seat Backrest To fold the seatback: Caution Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.
Page 62 Seats and Restraints 3-11 Raising the Seat Backrest To raise a seatback: 1. Lift the seatback up. Make sure Warning the centre seat belt and latch do not get trapped behind the seat. If either seatback is not locked, it Push the seatback rearward to could move forward in a sudden secure it in place.
Page 63: Heated Rear Seats
3-12 Seats and Restraints Heated Rear Seats With the ignition in ON/RUN/START, Rear Seat press to heat the left or right Pass-Through Door outboard seat cushion and Warning seatback. An indicator on the climate control display appears If you cannot feel temperature when this feature is on.
Page 64 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work Warning (Continued) This section of the manual are more likely to be seriously describes how to use safety belts injured or killed. Do not allow properly. It also describes some passengers to ride in any area of things not to do with safety belts.
Page 65: Safety Belts
3-14 Seats and Restraints safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all regions, the safety belts makes such good law requires wearing safety sense. belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle This section is only for people of after a crash if I am wearing a adult size.
Page 66: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-15 Wear the shoulder belt over the If you are using a rear seating 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull shoulder and across the chest. position with a detachable seat belt the belt across you. Do not let it These parts of the body are best and the seat belt is not attached, get twisted.
Page 67: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
3-16 Seats and Restraints To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle.
Page 68 Seats and Restraints 3-17 Automatic Seat Belt Tightening See Seat Belt Messages on page 5-44. Other seat belt functions System are not affected by the Automatic If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Seat Belt Tightening System. Control (ACC), it also has the Safety Belt Pretensioners Automatic Seat Belt Tightening System.
Page 69 3-18 Seats and Restraints Rear Safety Belt Comfort To install: Guides This vehicle may have rear safety belt comfort guides. If not, they may be available through your dealer. Rear safety belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
Page 70: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-19 To remove and store the comfort Warning (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can and across the chest. These parts be removed from the guide. Store of the body are best able to take the guide in its storage pocket on belt restraining forces.
Page 71: Safety System Check
3-20 Seats and Restraints A pregnant woman should wear a crash. They can rip apart under Replacing Safety Belt lap-shoulder belt, and the lap impact forces. If a belt is torn or System Parts after a portion should be worn as low as frayed, get a new one right away.
Page 72: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-21 A roof-rail airbag for the front See your dealer to have the safety Airbag System outboard passenger and the belt assemblies inspected or passenger seated directly The vehicle has the following replaced. behind the front outboard airbags: New parts and repairs may be passenger.
Page 73 3-22 Seats and Restraints the risk of injury from the force of an Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job. vehicle should wear a safety belt Occupants should not lean on or Here are the most important things properly, whether or not there is sleep against the door or side...
Page 74: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-23 Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical The driver knee airbag is below the problem.
Page 75 3-24 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
Page 76: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-25 When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the The vehicle also has a seat position direction of the impact, and how sensor that enables the sensing Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. system to monitor the position of the front outboard passenger seat.
Page 77: What Makes An Airbag
3-26 Seats and Restraints rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many will inflate when either side of the types of collisions, primarily Restrain? vehicle is struck, if the sensing because the occupant's motion is system predicts that the vehicle is not toward those airbags.
Page 78 Seats and Restraints 3-27 be some smoke and dust coming The vehicle has a feature that may Warning (Continued) from the vents in the deflated automatically unlock the doors, turn airbags. Airbag inflation does not on the interior lamps and hazard Use caution if attempting to prevent the driver from seeing out of warning lights, and shut off the fuel...
Page 79: Passenger Sensing
3-28 Seats and Restraints crash. See Vehicle Data The symbol for on and off will be Whenever possible, children age Recording and Privacy on visible during the system check. 12 and under should be secured in page 13-2. When the system check is a rear seating position.
Page 80 Seats and Restraints 3-29 The system determines that an When the passenger sensing Warning (Continued) infant is present in a child system has allowed the airbags to restraint. be enabled, the on indicator will light Even if the passenger sensing and stay lit as a reminder that the A front outboard passenger system has turned off the front...
Page 81 3-30 Seats and Restraints 4. Reinstall the child restraint 6. Restart the vehicle. Warning (Continued) following the directions provided The passenger sensing system by the child restraint may or may not turn off the have the vehicle serviced right manufacturer and refer to airbags for a child in a child away.
Page 82 Seats and Restraints 3-31 If a person of adult size is sitting in A thick layer of additional material, Warning the front outboard passenger seat, such as a blanket or cushion, but the off indicator is lit, it could be or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger because that person is not sitting...
Page 83: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-32 Seats and Restraints Liquid pooled on the seat that Warning Warning (Continued) has not soaked in may make it more likely that the passenger Stowing of articles under the can still inflate during improper sensing system will turn on the passenger seat or between the service.
Page 84: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-33 garnish trim, overhead console, sensing system from properly Caution front sensors, side impact sensors, turning off the passenger airbag(s). or airbag wiring. See Passenger Sensing System on If an airbag covering is damaged, page 3-28. Your dealer and the service manual opened, or broken, the airbag have information about the location If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail...
Page 85: Child Restraints
3-34 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning Older Children protect you and your Safety procedures must always passenger(s) in a crash, resulting be observed when disposing of in serious injury or even death. To the vehicle or vehicle parts. help make sure the airbag Disposal should only be systems are working properly...
Page 86 Seats and Restraints 3-35 Can proper safety belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that In a crash, children who are not maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the buckled up can strike other people trip? If yes, continue.
Page 87: Infants And Young Children
3-36 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the injuries.
Page 88 Seats and Restraints 3-37 Warning (Continued) Warning tightened around a child's neck, Never hold an infant or a child the only way to loosen the belt is while riding in a vehicle. Due to to cut it. crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not Never leave children unattended possible to hold it during a crash.
Page 89: Child Restraints
3-38 Seats and Restraints For most basic types of child Warning (Continued) Warning restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing the front outboard seat, always A young child's hip bones are still a child restraint, be sure it is move the front passenger seat as so small that the vehicle's regular designed to be used in a motor...
Page 90: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-39 Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 91: Where To Put The Restraint
3-40 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Securing the Child within the crash if the child restraint is not Restraint in the Vehicle Child Restraint properly secured in the vehicle. Warning When securing an add-on child Warning restraint, refer to the instructions A child can be seriously injured or...
Page 92 Seats and Restraints 3-41 assemblies or ISOFIX anchors for Warning additional passengers or child restraints. Adjacent seating Do not use a rearward facing positions should not be used if the child restraint on a seat protected child restraint prevents access to or by an airbag in front of it! interferes with the routing of the safety belt.
Page 93 3-42 Seats and Restraints ISOFIX Child Restraint Systems Installation Suitability Mass Group Class Fixture Vehicle ISOFIX Positions Size Front Rear Left Rear Centre Rear Right Passenger Passenger Passenger Passenger Carrycot ISO/L1 ISO/L2 ISO/R1 (up to 10 kg) ISO/R1 (up to 13 kg) ISO/R2 ISO/R3 ISO/R2...
Page 94 Seats and Restraints 3-43 Child Restraint Systems Installation Suitability Mass Group Seating Positions Front Rear Left Rear Centre Rear Right Passenger Outboard Outboard Group 0 Up to 10 kg Group 0 + Up to 13 kg Group I 9 to 18 kg Group II 15 to 25 kg Group III...
Page 95: Isofix Child Restraint
3-44 Seats and Restraints ISOFIX Child Restraint No more than two ISOFIX child Restraint Systems Suitability table restraint systems can be installed by IUF. See Where to Put the Systems on the rear seats at the same time, Restraint on page 3-40. though not right next to each other.
Page 96 Seats and Restraints 3-45 the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the ISOFIX system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 97: Securing Child Restraints
3-46 Seats and Restraints 5. If the child restraint has a top In addition, the vehicle has a Warning (Continued) tether, follow the child restraint passenger sensing system which is manufacturer's instructions designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag regarding the use of the top outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is...
Page 98 Seats and Restraints 3-47 If the child restraint uses a top light and stay lit when you start tether, see ISOFIX Child Restraint the vehicle. See Passenger Systems on page 3-44 for top tether Airbag Status Indicator on anchor locations. page 5-18.
Page 99: Pedestrian Protection System
3-48 Seats and Restraints 6. Before placing a child in the Pedestrian Protection child restraint, make sure it is System securely held in place. Push and pull the child restraint in different Your vehicle is equipped with a directions to be sure it is secure. pedestrian protection system which If the airbags are off, the off is designed to lift the rear part of the...
Page 100 Seats and Restraints 3-49 Vehicle speed at impact is less Warning Caution than 22 km/h (14 mph) or greater than 50 km/h (31 mph). After the bonnet has lifted, the After the pedestrian protection The vehicle impacts a small rear bonnet hinge area may be system has deployed, see your object.
Page 101 3-50 Seats and Restraints Temporary Bonnet Repair Warning Warning If the rear of the bonnet is raised, the bonnet may be repositioned You or others could be injured Do not drive the vehicle if the temporarily if a towing service is not when the bonnet is lowered or bonnet is not securely latched at available.
Page 102 Seats and Restraints 3-51 Warning Safety procedures must always be observed when disposing of the vehicle or vehicle parts. Disposal should only be performed by an authorised service centre, to help protect the environment and your health.
Page 103 3-52 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
Page 104: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage Touch the bottom of the climate control system panel until the door Compartments automatically starts to open. The storage area may contain a USB Storage Compartments port, SD card reader, and auxiliary Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 jack.
Page 105: Cupholders
Storage To open, press the button. Close the pushing or pulling the handle. See Pull the armrest down to access the glove box manually. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) rear seat storage area and on page 9-16. cupholders. Cupholders Press the latch to open the Power Retractable Cover storage area.
Page 106: Additional Storage Features
Storage two USB ports, an SD card reader, Additional Storage Convenience Net a power outlet, and an input jack Features If equipped, the convenience net is inside. in the rear. Put small loads behind the net. It can also be positioned Cargo Tie-Downs into an envelope style to hold smaller items.
Page 107 Storage NOTES...
Page 108: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Seat Belt Reminders ..5-17 Adaptive Forward Lighting Airbag Readiness Light ..5-18 (AFL) Light ....5-28 Controls Passenger Airbag Status Lamps On Reminder .
Page 109: Controls
Instruments and Controls Airbag System Messages ..5-44 Controls Power Tilt and Telescoping Wheel Safety Belt Messages ..5-44 Security Messages ..5-45 Steering Wheel Service Vehicle Messages .
Page 110: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls To set the power tilt wheel memory The steering wheel takes about position, see Memory Seats on three minutes to be fully heated. page 3-6. Horn Steering Wheel Controls Press on the steering wheel pad The infotainment system can be to sound the horn.
Page 111 Instruments and Controls Clear snow and ice from the wiper If the ignition is put in OFF while the blades and windscreen before using wipers are performing wipes due to them. If frozen to the windscreen, windscreen washing or Rainsense carefully loosen or thaw them.
Page 112: Headlamp Washer
Instruments and Controls been activated. See Washer Fluid Headlamp Washer Setting the Time on page 10-15 for information on To set the time: If equipped with headlamp washers, filling the windscreen washer fluid they are located to the side of the reservoir.
Page 113: Power Sockets
Instruments and Controls To set the clock display: These outlets are powered while the It is possible to replace the factory vehicle is in ON/RUN/START or power outlet with a cigar lighter 1. Press the SETTINGS screen ACC/ACCESSORY mode, or until receptacle, if desired.
Page 114 Instruments and Controls indicator light turns off. To reset the Caution circuit, unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained Hanging heavy equipment from Accessory Power (RAP) off and the power outlet can cause then back on. See Retained damage not covered by the Accessory Power (RAP) on vehicle warranty.
Page 115: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls Cigarette Lighter Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges, and There may be a cigarette lighter There is a removable ashtray inside inside the front storage area near the front storage area near the gear Indicators the gear lever and inside the lever and inside the storage area on storage area on the rear of the the rear of the centre console.
Page 116 Instruments and Controls When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous.
Page 117: Instrument Cluster
5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Level...
Page 118 Instruments and Controls 5-11 Uplevel, Balanced Configuration Shown...
Page 119 5-12 Instruments and Controls Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster There are four uplevel instrument cluster display configurations to choose from: Simple, Performance, Balanced, or Enhanced. Performance Configuration Balanced Configuration The Performance configuration has The Balanced configuration has two interactive display zones: one in three interactive display zones: one the centre of the speedometer and in the centre of each of the gauges.
Page 120 Instruments and Controls 5-13 Use the five-way control on the right Cluster Application Displays recent calls, select from favourites, side of the steering wheel to move or scroll through contacts. If there is The cluster can display information between the different display zones an active call, mute the phone or regarding Navigation, Audio, and and scroll through the different...
Page 121: Speedometer
5-14 Instruments and Controls Display Layout: Press SEL while Mileometer Caution Display Layout is highlighted to The odometer shows how far the change the configuration of the If the engine is operated with the vehicle has been driven, in either uplevel cluster.
Page 122: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Fuel Gauge Uplevel Balanced Configuration, Uplevel Simple and Enhanced Performance Similar Configurations Base Level When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank. There is an arrow near the fuel gauge pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on.
Page 123: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-16 Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some Engine Coolant owners ask about. None of these Temperature Gauge show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
Page 124: Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Under some driving conditions, See Engine Overheating on If the driver safety belt is buckled, including those listed below, it is page 10-14 for more information. neither the light nor the chime normal for the temperature to rise comes on.
Page 125: Airbag Readiness Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls If the passenger safety belt is If there is a problem with the airbag fastened, neither the chime nor the system, a Driver Information Centre light comes on. (DIC) message may also come on. See Airbag System Messages on The front passenger safety belt page 5-44.
Page 126: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls 5-19 light either the on or off symbol to let go out when the engine is started. Warning you know the status of the front For vehicles with a reconfigurable outboard passenger frontal airbag cluster, this light may not come on If the airbag readiness light ever and knee airbag.
Page 127 5-20 Instruments and Controls of the vehicle to ensure emissions assists the service technician in Caution (Continued) are at acceptable levels, helping to correctly diagnosing any maintain a clean environment. The malfunction. (TPC) can affect the vehicle's malfunction indicator lamp comes emission controls and can cause on when the vehicle is placed in Caution...
Page 128 Instruments and Controls 5-21 Avoid hard accelerations. Make sure the capless funnel If one or more of these conditions adapter is removed, if fuel has occurs, change the fuel brand used. Avoid steep uphill grades. been added to the vehicle using It may require at least one full tank If towing a trailer, reduce the the capless funnel adapter.
Page 129: Brake System Warning
5-22 Instruments and Controls ready for inspection. This can If the warning light comes on, there happen if the 12-volt battery has is a problem with the braking recently been replaced or run system. Have the brake system down. The diagnostic system is inspected immediately.
Page 130: Parking Brake Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Driver Information Centre (DIC). brake system to work at a reduced Warning (Continued) See Brake System Messages on level. The vehicle can still be driven, page 5-36. but should be taken to a dealer as warning light on can lead to a soon as possible.
Page 131: Gear Shifting Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls system. If the ABS light stays on, This light comes on when a gear LKA may assist by gently turning or comes on again while driving, the shift is recommended for best fuel the steering wheel if the vehicle vehicle needs service.
Page 132: Traction Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-25 See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) This light and the StabiliTrak OFF If the StabiliTrak and TCS are off, System on page 9-49. light come on when StabiliTrak is the system does not assist in turned off. controlling the vehicle.
Page 133: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-26 Instruments and Controls message may display. Check the is working normally the indicator Tyre Pressure Light DIC messages to determine which light goes off. For vehicles with the feature(s) is no longer functioning reconfigurable cluster, this light may and whether the vehicle requires not come on when starting the service.
Page 134: Engine Oil Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 When the Light Flashes First and This light is near the fuel gauge and Then Is On Steady comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is If the light flashes for about a minute working.
Page 135: Main-Beam On Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls ® For vehicles with the reconfigurable IntelliBeam Light reconfigurable cluster, this light is in cluster, this light may not come on the display area and may not come when the engine is started. on when the ignition is turned on. If the light stays on and the engine This light comes on solid when does not start, there could be a...
Page 136: Cruise Control Light
Instruments and Controls 5-29 Cruise Control Light the ACC is set and active. See Information Displays Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9-33. Driver Information Centre (DIC) Door Ajar Light The DIC displays are shown in the left and right interactive display zones on the instrument cluster.
Page 137 5-30 Instruments and Controls 4. Press SEL while an item is The average fuel economy shows : Press to move between highlighted to select or deselect the approximate average litres per the interactive display zones in the that item. When an item is 100 kilometres (L/100 km) or miles cluster.
Page 138 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Average Fuel Economy (Base per hour (mph). This average is Distance to Destination: Shows Cluster): Shows the approximate calculated based on the various the distance to the destination when average litres per 100 kilometres vehicle speeds recorded since the using route guidance.
Page 139: Head-Up Display (Hud)
5-32 Instruments and Controls Oil Life: Shows an estimate of the seconds while the Oil Life display is Head-Up Display (HUD) oil's remaining useful life. active. See Engine Oil Life System If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is on page 10-7. Warning displayed, that means 99% of the Tyre Pressure: Shows the...
Page 140 Instruments and Controls 5-33 Lane Departure Caution Low Fuel If you try to use the HUD image Some vehicle messages or alerts displayed in the HUD may be as a parking aid, you may cleared by using the steering wheel misjudge the distance and controls.
Page 141 5-34 Instruments and Controls HUD Views (Image Adjustment): Press down or lift up to centre the HUD There are four views in the HUD. image. The HUD image can only be Some vehicle information and adjusted up and down, not side vehicle messages or alerts may be to side.
Page 142 Instruments and Controls 5-35 Performance View: This displays If the HUD image is not correct, the speedometer reading, rpm contact your dealer. reading, transmission positions, and The windscreen is part of the HUD gear shift indicator. system. If the windscreen needs replacing, see Windscreen Care of the HUD Replacement on page 10-21.
Page 143: Vehicle Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and TRANSPORT MODE ON Charging Messages This message is displayed when the Messages displayed on the DIC vehicle is in transport mode. Some indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE features can be disabled while in some action that may be needed to this mode, including Remote...
Page 144: Cruise Control Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 displays, the brake pedal may be ADAPTIVE CRUISE NO CRUISE BRAKING harder to push and the stopping TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE ACCELERATOR PEDAL distance may be longer. Take the APPLIED This message displays when vehicle to your dealer for service. attempting to activate Adaptive This message displays when SERVICE PARKING BRAKE...
Page 145: Door Ajar Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls Door Ajar Messages Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Messages DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime A/C OFF ENGINE A door open symbol will be sounds when the engine coolant COOLANT HOT displayed on the DIC showing which temperature is too hot.
Page 146: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Engine Oil Messages message remains on, take the speed while this message is on, but vehicle to your dealer for service. maximum acceleration and speed CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON See Engine Oil on page 10-5. may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle This message displays when the OIL PRESSURE LOW...
Page 147: Lamp Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls NO REMOTE KEY WAS NUMBER OF KEYS AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL DETECTED PLACE KEY IN PROGRAMMED ON/OFF TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN This message displays when This message is displayed when the START YOUR VEHICLE programming new keys to the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and vehicle.
Page 148: Object Detection System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 Heavy rain or snow is interfering Object Detection System braking functions of the Auto with the radar object detection or Collision Preparation feature. Some Messages camera performance. last-second automatic braking capability is still provided with the 24 GHz RADARS OFF This message may also be Alert setting, but braking is less...
Page 149 5-42 Instruments and Controls LANE CHANGE ALERT OFF REAR AUTO BRAKE AND SERVICE AUTOMATIC PARK ASSIST UNAVAILABLE COLLISION PREP This message indicates that the driver has turned the Side Blind This message displays when If this message displays, take the Zone Alert (SBZA) and Lane attempting to activate the parking vehicle to your dealer to repair the...
Page 150: Ride Control System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-43 Lane Departure Warning (LDW), and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) TAKE STEERING and Forward Collision Alert (FCA) features will not work. Take the If LKA does not detect active driver features. vehicle to your dealer. steering, an alert and chime may be provided.
Page 151: Airbag System Messages
5-44 Instruments and Controls See All-Wheel Drive on page 9-24. SERVICE SUSPENSION TRACTION CONTROL ON SYSTEM This message may display when the SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE Traction Control System (TCS) has This message displays when there This message displays if a problem been turned on.
Page 152: Security Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-45 SERVICE AUTOMATIC SERVICE PEDESTRIAN Starting the Vehicle SEATBELT TIGHTENING PROTECTION SYSTEM Messages SYSTEM This message displays when there PRESS BRAKE TO START is a problem with the pedestrian If this message displays, take the VEHICLE protection system. See your retailer vehicle to your dealer to repair the for service immediately.
Page 153: Tyre Messages
5-46 Instruments and Controls start, turn the steering wheel the The low tyre pressure warning light SHIFT DENIED other way, and try starting the will also come on. See Tyre This message displays when using vehicle again. Pressure Light on page 5-26. the Driver Shift Control (DSC) and If a tyre pressure message appears attempting to shift to a gear not...
Page 154: Vehicle Reminder
Instruments and Controls 5-47 Vehicle Reminder Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle Messages Personalisation WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Use the audio system controls to WITH CARE access the personalisation menus This message may display when the for customising vehicle features. washer fluid level is low.
Page 155 5-48 Instruments and Controls Personalisation Menus Language [Language] Radio The following list of menu items may Select Language, then select from Press to display the Radio menu be available: the available language(s). and the following may display: Time and Date The selected language will display Manage Favourites on the system, and voice...
Page 156 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Auto Volume adjusted to this level. To set the Select Low, Medium, or High. maximum startup volume, press + This feature adjusts the volume Air Quality Sensor to increase or decrease. based on the vehicle speed. This allows for selection of air Vehicle Select Off, Low, Medium-Low,...
Page 157 5-50 Instruments and Controls Alert Type Alert setting, but it is much less Lane Change Alert likely to be triggered by most driving This feature will set crash alerts to This allows the Lane Change Alert conditions. Off disables all Forward beeps or seat vibrations.
Page 158 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Easy Exit Options Select Off or On. Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, or 120 Seconds. This feature automatically recalls Rainsense Wipers the current driver's previously stored Power Door Locks This allows the feature to be turned Exit button position when exiting the on or off.
Page 159 5-52 Instruments and Controls Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback Passive Door Unlock When on, this feature will delay the This allows selection of what type of This allows the selection of what locking of the doors. To override the feedback is given when locking the doors will unlock when using the delay, press the power door lock...
Page 160 Instruments and Controls 5-53 Device Management button. Type a new number, then Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. select SAVE or press the SAVE Ringtones Display button. Voice Mail Numbers Select and the following may Voice display: Pair New Device Select and the following may Mode Select to pair a new device.
Page 161 5-54 Instruments and Controls Turn Display Off Return to Factory Settings Select to turn the display off. Press Select and the following may anywhere on the display area or any display: faceplate button to turn the Restore Vehicle Settings display on. Clear All Private Data Rear Camera Restore Radio Settings...
Page 162: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Entry Lighting ....6-8 Exit Lighting ....6-8 Exterior Lamp Controls Battery Load Management .
Page 163 Lighting The system detects a preceding Turning On and Enabling (Headlamps): Turns on the vehicle's tail lamps. IntelliBeam headlamps together with the parking The outside light is bright lamps and instrument panel lights. To enable the IntelliBeam system, enough that main beam with the indicator lever in the neutral ®...
Page 164: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting Your vehicle is loaded such that The main beams may not turn off Headlamp Main/ the front end points upward, automatically if the system cannot Dipped-Beam Changer causing the light sensor to aim detect other vehicle's lamps high and not detect headlamps because of any of the following: (Headlamp Main/ and tail lamps.
Page 165: Daytime Running
Lighting The light sensor determines it is Pull and hold the indicator lever daytime. toward you to use this feature. When this is done the following will The parking brake is released or occur: the vehicle is not in P (Park). If the headlights are off or in The tail lamps, instrument panel dipped-beam mode, the...
Page 166: Adaptive Forward
Lighting system changes to the DRL. During not operating, these lamps turn off. Hazard Lights that delay, the instrument cluster Move the exterior lamp control to may not be as bright as usual. Make to disable this feature. sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position.
Page 167: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting Turn and Lane-Change The indicator and lane-change (Rear Fog Lamps): Turn the fog signal can be turned off manually by Signals lamp band on the stalk to moving the lever back to its original release it, to turn the rear fog lamps position.
Page 168: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting panel illumination control will set the Reading Lamps lowest level to which the displays There are front and rear reading will automatically be adjusted. Instrument Panel lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. Illumination Control Dome Lamps These lamps come on when any...
Page 169: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features door handle lamps come on at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when the driver door is Entry Lighting opened after the ignition is turned off. The dome lamp comes on after The headlamps, tail lamps, number the ignition is changed to the OFF plate lamps, dome lamps, and most position.
Page 170: Battery Power Protection
Lighting When the battery's state of charge EPM works to prevent excessive If some interior lamps are left on is low, the voltage is raised slightly discharge of the battery. It does this and the ignition is turned off, the to quickly bring the charge back up.
Page 171 6-10 Lighting NOTES...
Page 172: Introduction
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio Introduction players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....7-1 and voice or speech recognition.
Page 173 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 174: Climate Control Systems
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the Dual Automatic Climate Control heating, cooling, and ventilation. System ..... . 8-1 Rear Climate Control System .
Page 175 Climate Controls 8. Recirculation 8. Air Delivery Mode Control Climate Control Status Screen Climate Control Touch Screen The fan, air delivery mode, air conditioning, driver and passenger temperatures and SYNC settings can be controlled by pressing CLIMATE on the infotainment home screen or the climate button in the touch screen application tray.
Page 176 Climate Controls When the indicator light is on or English units can be changed to When the passenger settings are AUTO is displayed on the touch metric units through the instrument adjusted, the SYNC button is screen, the system is in full cluster.
Page 177 Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Control: When The climate control system may (Defrost): Clears the the climate information is displayed, have a sensor to detect air pollution. windscreen of mist or frost more press the desired air delivery mode When using automatic air quickly.
Page 178 Climate Controls Auto Defog: The climate control turns on automatically when the Driver and Passenger Heated and system may have a sensor to interior temperature is about 4°C Ventilated Seats (If Equipped): automatically detect high humidity (40°F) and below. Press to heat the driver or inside the vehicle.
Page 179: Rear Climate Control System
Climate Controls Sensor Air Quality Sensor Climate and Air Quality under Vehicle Personalisation on If equipped with an air quality page 5-47. sensor, the climate control system adjusts to limit some exhaust fumes Rear Climate Control from being pulled inside the vehicle. System Press the AUTO button on the climate control to activate the air...
Page 180 Climate Controls 2. AUTO (Automatic Operation) SYNC: Press SYNC on the touch 4. REAR (On/Off) screen to match the rear climate 3. MODE (Air Delivery Mode 5. Rear AUTO (Automatic control temperature to the front Control) Operation) climate control driver temperature. The SYNC button will be lit.
Page 181: Air Vents
Climate Controls Manual Operation Air Vents (Fan Control): Press or Adjustable air vents are in the press and hold the front climate centre and on the side of the control buttons or touch screen to instrument panel. increase or decrease the rear climate airflow.
Page 182: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Keep the path under the front Maintenance The refrigerant system should only seats clear of objects to help be serviced by trained and certified circulate the air inside of the technicians. The air conditioning Passenger Compartment vehicle more effectively. evaporator should never be repaired Air Filter or replaced by one from a salvage...
Page 183 8-10 Climate Controls NOTES...
Page 184: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Engine Exhaust Driver Assistance Systems Engine Exhaust ....9-19 Driver Assistance Operating Running the Vehicle While Systems ....9-42 Parked .
Page 185: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving Information Braking General Towing Braking action involves perception Information ....9-61 Defensive Driving time and reaction time. Deciding to Driving Characteristics and push the brake pedal is perception Towing Tips .
Page 186: Steering
Driving and Operating power brake assist but it will be steering but steering will be stiffer See specific vehicle steering used when the brake is applied. than normal at slow speeds. See messages under Vehicle Messages Once the power assist is used up, it your dealer for service.
Page 187: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Antilock Brake System (ABS) 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids allows steering while braking. one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tyre contacts the existing conditions, and by not Off-Road Recovery pavement edge.
Page 188: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, There is no hard and fast rule about Warning (Continued) acceleration, or braking, aquaplaning. The best advice is to including reducing vehicle speed slow down when the road is wet. After driving through a large by shifting to a lower gear.
Page 189: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Check all fluid levels and brakes, Wet ice can occur at about 0°C Warning (Continued) tyres, cooling system, and (32°F) when freezing rain begins to transmission. fall, resulting in even less traction. loss of steering. Always have the Avoid driving on wet ice or in Shift to a lower gear when going engine running and the vehicle...
Page 190 Driving and Operating clear. Avoid sudden steering Warning Warning (Continued) manoeuvres and braking while on ice. Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust See Antilock Brake System (ABS) or under the instrument under the vehicle. This may on page 9-24.
Page 191: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating If it takes some time for help to Slowly spinning the wheels in the Warning arrive, now and then when you run forward and reverse directions the engine, push the accelerator causes a rocking motion that could If the vehicle's tyres spin at high pedal slightly so the engine runs free the vehicle.
Page 192 Driving and Operating Tyre and Loading Information Warning Label A vehicle-specific Tyre and Do not load the vehicle any Loading Information label is heavier than the Gross attached to the vehicle's centre Vehicle Weight Rating pillar (B-pillar). The Tyre and (GVWR), or either the Loading Information label shows maximum front or rear Gross...
Page 193 9-10 Driving and Operating Steps for Determining Correct and luggage load capacity is Load Limit 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Locate the statement "The Determine the combined combined weight of occupants and cargo should weight of luggage and cargo never exceed XXX kg or being loaded on the vehicle.
Page 194 Driving and Operating 9-11 seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification Label Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
Page 195 9-12 Driving and Operating fuel, and cargo. Never exceed If you put things inside the Warning (Continued) the GVWR for the vehicle or the vehicle - like suitcases, tools, Gross Axle Weight Rating packages, or anything else - Never stack heavier (GAWR) for either the front or they will go as fast as the things, like suitcases,...
Page 196: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-13 Do not participate in track Starting and Ignition Positions events, sport driving schools, Operating or similar activities during this running-in period. New Vehicle Run-In Check engine oil with every refuelling and add if necessary. Follow these recommended Oil and fuel consumption may be guidelines during the first 2,400 km higher than normal during the...
Page 197 9-14 Driving and Operating to the Keyless Access system. See The vehicle may have an electric 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) steering column lock. The lock is This can be done while the System Operation on page 2-2. activated when the vehicle is vehicle is moving.
Page 198: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-15 If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, See Starting the Engine on Caution and must be shut off while driving, page 9-15. The ignition will then press and hold the ENGINE START/ remain in ON/RUN. Do not try to shift to P (Park) if STOP button for longer than Service Only Mode the vehicle is moving.
Page 199: Retained Accessory
9-16 Driving and Operating Starting Procedure This clears the extra petrol from Caution the engine. Do not race the 1. With the Keyless Access engine immediately after starting system, the Remote Keyless Cranking the engine for long it. Operate the engine and Entry (RKE) transmitter must be periods of time, by returning the transmission gently until the oil...
Page 200: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating 9-17 Shifting Into Park set. After shifting into P (Park), try to Warning (Continued) move the shift lever out without first Use this procedure to shift into pushing the button on the shift lever. It is dangerous to get out of the P (Park): If you can, the shift lever was not vehicle if the shift lever is not fully...
Page 201: Shifting Out Of Park
9-18 Driving and Operating Shifting out of Park If unable to shift out of P (Park): Warning (Continued) 1. Fully release the shift lever This vehicle is equipped with an button. If the vehicle is on a level surface electronic shift lock release system. or uphill slope, engage 1 (First) The shift lock release is designed to 2.
Page 202: Parking Over Things
Driving and Operating 9-19 Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) There are holes or openings For vehicles with automatic Warning in the vehicle body from transmission, the key can only be damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon removed when the selector lever modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be is in the P (Park) position.
Page 203: Running The Vehicle While
9-20 Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning While Parked Transmission It can be dangerous to get out of It is better not to park with the the vehicle if the automatic engine running. But if you ever have transmission shift lever is not fully to, here are some things to know.
Page 204 Driving and Operating 9-21 regular brakes first and then press ice or sand without damaging your Warning the shift lever button before shifting transmission. See If the Vehicle Is from P (Park) when the ignition is in Stuck on page 9-8. It is dangerous to get out of the ON/RUN.
Page 205: Manual Mode
9-22 Driving and Operating Downshifting the transmission in While in Sport Mode, the vehicle Caution slippery road conditions could result monitors driving behaviour, and in skidding. See Skidding under automatically enables Performance Shifting out of P (Park) or Loss of Control on page 9-4. Shift Features when spirited driving N (Neutral) with the engine is detected.
Page 206: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-23 Vehicles with Tap Shift have 2. Tap the left control to downshift engine rpm is too high or to the next controls on the back of the steering and the right control to upshift. higher gear when the maximum wheel to manually shift the engine rpm is reached.
Page 207: Drive Systems
9-24 Driving and Operating When the arrow is pointed down, a Drive Systems Brakes downshift is recommended. The number displayed with the arrow All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake indicates the recommended gear. System (ABS) Vehicles with this feature always send engine power to all four This vehicle has ABS, an advanced wheels.
Page 208: Electric Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-25 If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Electric Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS computer senses the wheels are...
Page 209 9-26 Driving and Operating The system has a red handbrake continuously, then the EPB is only normal, and is done to periodically status light and an amber partially applied or there is a check the correct operation of the handbrake warning light. See problem with the EPB.
Page 210: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating 9-27 speed in emergency driving Ride Control Systems Caution conditions. This feature uses the stability system hydraulic brake Traction Control/ Driving with the parking brake on control module to supplement the can overheat the brake system Electronic Stability power brake system under and cause premature wear or conditions where the driver has...
Page 211 9-28 Driving and Operating If cruise control is being used and comes on and stays on: traction control or StabiliTrak begins 1. Stop the vehicle. to limit wheel spin, cruise control will disengage. Cruise control may be 2. Turn the engine off and wait turned back on when road 15 seconds.
Page 212: Driver Mode Control
Driving and Operating 9-29 To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, changes the software calibration of Caution various sub-systems. Depending on press and hold the button until the option package, available the traction off light Do not repeatedly brake or features, and mode selected, the accelerate heavily when TCS is StabiliTrak OFF light...
Page 213: Limited-Slip Differential
9-30 Driving and Operating Tour Mode Snow/Ice Mode Use for normal city and highway Use when more traction is needed driving to provide a smooth, during slippery conditions. The soft ride. transmission will use 2 (Second) gear instead of 1 (First) gear when Sport Mode accelerating from a stop.
Page 214: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-31 ® Cruise Control If the StabiliTrak system begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control, the cruise control Warning automatically disengages. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Cruise control can be dangerous Control on page 9-27. If a collision where you cannot drive safely at alert occurs when cruise control is a steady speed.
Page 215 9-32 Driving and Operating (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, 3. Press and release SET . Increasing Speed While Cruise press +RES up to the second Control is at a Set Speed 4. Remove foot from the detent. accelerator. If the cruise control system is already activated: SET (Set/Coast): Press the When the cruise control has been...
Page 216: Adaptive Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-33 Reducing Speed While Cruise page 5-10. The increment value to brake or shift to a lower gear to Control is at a Set Speed used depends on the units keep the vehicle speed down. If the displayed.
Page 217 9-34 Driving and Operating section before using this system. ACC will not engage if the TCS or Warning The following gap is the following electronic stability control system is time between your vehicle and a disabled. Adaptive Cruise Control will not vehicle detected directly ahead in detect or brake for children, your path moving in the same...
Page 218 Driving and Operating 9-35 SET (Set/Coast): Press the Select the set speed desired for control down briefly to set the speed cruise. This is the vehicle speed and activate ACC or to decrease when no vehicle is detected in vehicle speed if ACC is already its path.
Page 219 9-36 Driving and Operating To increase vehicle speed in The ACC indicator displays in the Increasing Speed While ACC is at larger increments, press +RES instrument cluster and Head-Up a Set Speed up to the second detent. For Display (HUD) (if equipped). When If ACC is already activated, do one each press, the vehicle speed the ACC is active, the indicator...
Page 220 Driving and Operating 9-37 accelerator pedal. The vehicle Selecting the Follow Distance selecting the following gap. The will now cruise at the lower range of selectable gaps may not be When a slower moving vehicle is speed. appropriate for all drivers and detected ahead within the selected driving conditions.
Page 221 9-38 Driving and Operating Alerting the Driver Collision/Detection Systems under selected follow gap. The vehicle Vehicle Personalisation on speed increases or decreases to page 5-47. follow the vehicle in front of you, but will not exceed the set speed. It may See Defensive Driving on page 9-2.
Page 222 Driving and Operating 9-39 Notification to Resume ACC on. See Electric Parking Brake on Warning (Continued) page 9-25. To release the electric ACC will maintain a follow gap handbrake, press the accelerator behind a detected vehicle and slow could cause a crash. Use caution pedal.
Page 223 9-40 Driving and Operating Warning Warning Warning Leaving the vehicle without The ACC will not automatically On bends, ACC may respond to a placing it in P (Park) can be apply the brakes if your foot is vehicle in another lane, or may dangerous.
Page 224 Driving and Operating 9-41 When following a vehicle and Other Vehicle Lane Changes Do not use ACC when driving on entering a bend, ACC may not steep hills or when towing a trailer. detect the vehicle ahead and ACC will not detect a vehicle in the accelerate to the set speed.
Page 225: Driver Assistance Systems
9-42 Driving and Operating Cleaning the Sensing System Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) The camera sensor on the Systems windscreen behind the rear-view Detect children, pedestrians, mirror and the radar sensors on the This vehicle may have features that bicyclists, or animals. front of the vehicle can become work together to help avoid crashes Detect vehicles or objects...
Page 226: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Reversing
Driving and Operating 9-43 Audible or Safety Alert Seat Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Some driver assistance features When the vehicle is shifted into alert the driver of obstacles by R (Reverse), the RVC displays an beeping. To change the volume of image of the area behind the vehicle the warning chime, see Comfort in the centre stack display.
Page 227 9-44 Driving and Operating the vehicle within a zone 25 cm Warning (10 in) high off the ground and below bumper level. These The RVC system does not display detection distances may be shorter children, pedestrians, bicyclists, during warmer or humid weather. crossing traffic, animals, or any Blocked sensors will not detect other object located outside the...
Page 228 Driving and Operating 9-45 times. Beeps for Front Parking may automatically brake hard to a Warning Assist are higher pitched than for stop to help avoid or reduce the Rear Parking Assist. harm caused by a reversing crash. The Reversing Warning System Reversing Warning and Rear only operates at speeds greater Warning...
Page 229 9-46 Driving and Operating from the back of the vehicle do not Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) move further back when a trailer is towed. Automatic Braking, always check Braking system. Before releasing Turning the Features On or Off the area around the vehicle the brakes, check the RVC before and while reversing.
Page 230 Driving and Operating 9-47 To turn the rear parking assist large enough to park in. The system Warning (Continued) symbols or guidance lines on or off, cannot detect whether it is a legal see Rear Camera under Vehicle parking space. soft or narrow, objects high off the Personalisation on page 5-47.
Page 231 9-48 Driving and Operating There is a failure with the APA into a previously detected space. system. The APA system does not need service. Electronic stability control or antilock brakes are activated. If the vehicle exceeds 10 km/h (6 mph), APA is automatically A high priority vehicle message disengaged and automatic steering is displayed in the DIC.
Page 232: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)
Driving and Operating 9-49 (LKA), Side Blind Zone Alert (360 ft) and operates at all speeds. of Collision/Detection Systems (SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA), See Adaptive Cruise Control on under Vehicle Personalisation on and/or the Active Emergency page 9-33. page 5-47. Braking System can help to avoid a Detecting the Vehicle Ahead crash or reduce crash damage.
Page 233 9-50 Driving and Operating Collision Alert Continue to apply the brake pedal Warning as the driving situation dictates. Cruise control may be disengaged FCA does not provide a warning when the Collision Alert occurs. to help avoid a crash, unless it Tailgating Alert detects a vehicle.
Page 234 Driving and Operating 9-51 Selecting the Alert Timing alert will occur. Consider traffic and Active Emergency weather conditions when selecting Braking System the alert timing. The range of selectable alert timing may not be If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise appropriate for all drivers and Control (ACC) it also has the Active driving conditions.
Page 235: System
9-52 Driving and Operating Warning Warning Warning (Continued) IBA may increase vehicle braking ACP is an emergency crash Complete attention is always in situations when it may not be preparation feature and is not required while driving, and you necessary. You could block the designed to avoid crashes.
Page 236: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating 9-53 happens, Automatic Braking may the Lane Change Alert system, read Warning engage the Electric Parking Brake the entire Lane Change Alert (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a stop. section before using this feature. Using the Automatic Collision To release the EPB, press the EPB Preparation System while towing Lane Change Alert...
Page 237 9-54 Driving and Operating approximately between Warning (Continued) 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The Side Blind Zone Alert changing lanes may result in (SBZA) warning area starts at injury, death, or vehicle damage. approximately the middle of the Before making a lane change, vehicle and goes back 5 m (16 ft).
Page 238: Lane Departure
Driving and Operating 9-55 page 5-47. If LCA is disabled by the vehicles. This is normal system If the LCA displays do not light up driver, the LCA mirror displays will operation; the vehicle does not need when vehicles are in the blind zone not light up.
Page 239: Lane Keep Assist (Lka)
9-56 Driving and Operating of the Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Warning Warning (Continued) system, read the entire LKA section before using this feature. Detect lanes on winding or The LKA system does not hilly roads. continuously steer the vehicle. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) It may not keep the vehicle in the If LKA only detects lane markings If equipped, LKA may help avoid...
Page 240 Driving and Operating 9-57 Roads with poor lane markings, approaches a detected lane marking Warning such as two-lane roads. without using a indicator in that direction. It may also provide an If the LKA system is not functioning Using LKA while towing a trailer properly when lane markings are LDW alert by flashing amber...
Page 241: Fuel
9-58 Driving and Operating Fuel vehicle until the fuel is at one-half Some petrol, mainly high octane tank or less, then refuel with the racing petrol, can contain an Use the recommended fuel for current seasonal fuel. octane-enhancing additive called proper vehicle maintenance.
Page 242: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-59 Filling the Tank To open the fuel filler flap, push and Warning (Continued) release the rearward centre edge of the flap. If equipped, the fuel door is Warning Fuel can spray out if the locked when the vehicle doors are refuelling nozzle is inserted locked.
Page 243: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-60 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Warning (Continued) Warning Container shutting off the pump or by Attempting to refuel without using notifying the station attendant. the funnel adapter may cause fuel Warning Leave the area immediately. spillage and damage the capless Filling a portable fuel container fuel system.
Page 244: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-61 Do not tow a trailer during the Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) first 2 414 km (1500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, General Towing axle, or other parts. Place the nozzle inside the fill Information Then during the first 800 km opening of the container (500 mi) of trailer towing, do not...
Page 245 9-62 Driving and Operating Towing a trailer requires a certain Overtaking Warning amount of experience. The More overtaking distance is needed combination you are driving is when towing a trailer. The When towing a trailer, exhaust longer and not as responsive as the combination will not accelerate as gases may collect at the rear of vehicle itself.
Page 246 Driving and Operating 9-63 Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift Parking on Hills Caution (Continued) the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often Warning The vehicle could be damaged. under heavy loads and/or hilly Avoid making very sharp turns conditions.
Page 247 9-64 Driving and Operating 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then lubricant, belts, cooling system and a trailer are all important. It can apply the parking brake and shift brake system. It is a good idea to depend on any special equipment into P (Park).
Page 248: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-65 Will any holes be made in the equipment, passengers, or cargo in proper. If they are not, adjustments body of the vehicle when the the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue might be made by moving some trailer hitch is installed? If so, weight the vehicle can carry, which items around in the trailer.
Page 249 9-66 Driving and Operating Trailer Brakes Conversions and The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything Does the trailer have its own Add-Ons electrical to the vehicle, see brakes? Be sure to read and follow Servicing the Airbag-Equipped the instructions for the trailer brakes Add-On Electrical Vehicle on page 3-32 and Adding...
Page 250: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Shift Engine Compartment Fuse Lock Control Function Block ..... 10-25 Check ..... 10-20 Instrument Panel Fuse Park Brake and P (Park) Block .
Page 251: Vehicle Care
10-2 Vehicle Care Wheel Replacement ..10-49 General Information not covered under the terms of the Tyre Chains ....10-50 vehicle warranty and may affect For service and parts needs, visit If a Tyre Goes Flat .
Page 252: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle Care 10-3 Vehicle Checks Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. Doing Your Own Service Work Caution Even small amounts of Warning contamination can cause damage It can be dangerous to work on to vehicle systems.
Page 253 10-4 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview...
Page 254: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-5 1. Windscreen Washer Fluid Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine page 10-15. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to performance and long life, careful 2.
Page 255 10-6 Vehicle Care 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution with a clean paper towel or cloth, Selecting the right engine oil then push it back in all the way. depends on both the proper oil Do not add too much oil.
Page 256: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-7 Engine Oil Additives/Engine from the filter before disposal. Never Caution dispose of oil by putting it in the Oil Flushes trash or pouring it on the ground, Use only engine oil that is Do not add anything to the oil. The into sewers, or into streams or recommended oils meeting the approved to the dexos2...
Page 257: Automatic Transmission
10-8 Vehicle Care Change the oil as soon as possible See OIL LIFE REMAINING under Change the fluid and filter at the within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). Driver Information Centre (DIC) on intervals listed in Scheduled It is possible that, if driving under page 5-29 for information on the Maintenance on page 11-2, and be the best conditions, the oil life...
Page 258: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-9 How to Inspect the Engine Air 1. Disconnect the outlet duct by Caution loosening the air duct clamp (1). Cleaner/Filter 2. Disconnect the electrical To inspect the engine air cleaner/ If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt connector (2) and wiring filter, remove the filter from the can easily get into the engine,...
Page 259: Engine Coolant
10-10 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Schedule booklet and Warning (Continued) and Pressure Cap Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-5. 2. Engine Cooling Fan (Out cause an engine fire, and you of View) The following explains the cooling could be burned.
Page 260 Vehicle Care 10-11 Checking Coolant Warning (Continued) Caution The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant could be burned. Use a 50/ If improper coolant mixture, level. 50 mixture of clean, drinkable inhibitors, or additives are used in water and DEX-COOL coolant.
Page 261 10-12 Vehicle Care If no coolant is visible in the coolant Warning Warning (Continued) surge tank, add coolant as follows: How to Add Coolant to the Steam and scalding liquids from a could catch fire and you or others Coolant Surge Tank hot cooling system can blow out could be burned.
Page 262 Vehicle Care 10-13 2. Keep turning the pressure cap mixture to the surge tank top slowly and remove it. Open the chamber until the level reaches surge tank service port cap to the bottom of the fill neck. the lower chamber. The service 5.
Page 263: Engine Overheating
10-14 Vehicle Care Engine Overheating If Steam Is Coming from the If No Steam Is Coming from Engine Compartment the Engine Compartment The vehicle has an indicator to warn If an engine overheat warning is of the engine overheating. Warning displayed but no steam can be seen If the decision is made not to lift the or heard, the problem may not be...
Page 264: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-15 for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe Adding Washer Fluid Caution (Continued) vehicle distance from the vehicle in front. If the warning does not come to freeze and damage the back on, continue to drive normally washer fluid tank and other and have the cooling system parts of the washer system.
Page 265: Brake Fluid
10-16 Vehicle Care proper sequence to torque Brake Fluid Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications on page 12-3. The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as means that soon the brakes will complete sets. not work well. That could lead to a crash.
Page 266: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-17 hydraulic system fixed, since a What to Add Caution (Continued) leak means that sooner or later Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid the brakes will not work well. from a sealed container. engine oil, in the brake Do not top off the brake fluid.
Page 267: All-Wheel Drive
10-18 Vehicle Care Warning Warning Warning (Continued) Batteries should not be disposed Do not use a match or flame near Battery posts, terminals and of with regular refuse. Make sure a vehicle's battery. If you need related accessories contain lead that you dispose of old batteries more light, use a torch.
Page 268: Starter Switch Check
Vehicle Care 10-19 Transfer Case How to Check Lubricant 2. Drain Plug To get an accurate reading, the When to Check Lubricant vehicle should be on a level It is not necessary to regularly surface. check the transfer case fluid unless If the level is below the bottom of a leak is suspected or an unusual the fill plug hole, on the transfer...
Page 269: Function Check
10-20 Vehicle Care 1. Before starting this check, be 1. Before starting this check, be Park Brake and P (Park) sure there is enough room sure there is enough room Mechanism Check around the vehicle. around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.
Page 270: Wiper Blade Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-21 To check the P (Park) 2. Press the button in the middle of Caution (Continued) mechanism's holding ability: the wiper arm connector, and With the engine running, shift to pull the wiper blade away from the vehicle warranty. Do not allow P (Park).
Page 271: Headlamp Aiming
10-22 Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Headlamp alignment has been For the proper type of replacement preset and should need no further bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on Warning adjustment. page 10-23. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, For any bulb-changing procedure The high intensity discharge the headlamp alignment may be...
Page 272: Replacement Bulbs
Vehicle Care 10-23 Number Plate Lamp 1. Bulb Socket Replacement Bulbs 2. Bulb Exterior Lamp Bulb 3. Lamp Assembly Number To replace one of these bulbs: Number W5W LL 1. Push the lamp assembly (3) Plate Lamp toward the centre of the vehicle. For replacement bulbs not listed 2.
Page 273: Electrical System
10-24 Vehicle Care Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload, overload An electrical overload may cause due to heavy snow or ice may Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in cause wiper linkage damage. some cases to remain off.
Page 274: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-25 Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location, if a fuse goes out. Replace the fuse as soon as possible. To identify and check fuses, circuit breakers, and relays, see Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10-25, Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10-28, and Rear Compartment Fuse Block on...
Page 275 10-26 Vehicle Care Number Usage Not Used Not Used Passenger Motorised Seat Belt Body Control Module 6 Not Used Driver Power Seat Not Used Headlamp Washer Relay Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Passenger Power Seat Body Control Module 5 Front Wiper...
Page 276 Vehicle Care 10-27 Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage AFS AHL/ Fuel Heater Not Used Pedestrian Headlamp Washer AIR Solenoid Relay Protection Not Used Washer Passenger Window Antilock Brake Not Used Switch System Pump Front Washer Relay Body Control Antilock Brake Module 7 Not Used System Valve...
Page 277: Block
10-28 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Number Usage Number Usage Block Right Main Intensity AIR Solenoid Discharge The instrument panel fuse block is Transmission Headlamp in the end of the driver side of the Control Module/ instrument panel. Spare Headlamp Main Left/Right Headlamp Dipped Relay...
Page 278 Vehicle Care 10-29 To install the end cover, insert the tabs on the back of the cover into the slots in the instrument panel at the points shown. Align the clips with the slots in the instrument panel, and press the cover into place.
Page 279 10-30 Vehicle Care MiniFuses Usage MiniFuses Usage MiniFuses Usage Spare Motorised Spare Cupholder Spare J Case Usage Electric Steering Spare Fuses Column Lock Spare Spare Data Link Spare Connector Spare Spare Heater, Ventilation, Front Heater, and Air Conditioning Ventilation, and Air Sensing Diagnostic Control Conditioning Blower...
Page 280: Block
Vehicle Care 10-31 Relays Usage K644 Glove Box Release Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is behind a cover on the driver side of the rear compartment. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
Page 281 10-32 Vehicle Care Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Electric Parking Trailer/Sunshade Electronic Limited Slip Differential/DC Brake Rear Heated Seats DC Transformer Not Used Semi-Active Left Window Boot Release Damping System Body Control Run Relay Transfer Case Module 8 Control Module/ Logistics Relay A/C Inverter Electronic Limited...
Page 282: Wheels And Tyres
Vehicle Care 10-33 Wheels and Tyres Number Usage Number Usage Not Used Not Used Tyres Not Used Fuel Door Every new GM vehicle has Memory Seat high-quality tyres made by a * Optional Module leading tyre manufacturer. See Body Control the warranty manual for Module 3 information regarding the tyre...
Page 283: All-Season Tyres
10-34 Vehicle Care See Tyre Pressure for Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) High-Speed Operation on page 10-38 for inflation pressure and a serious crash. See Worn or old tyres can adjustment for high-speed Vehicle Load Limits on cause a crash. If the tread driving.
Page 284: Winter Tyres
Vehicle Care 10-35 Use only radial ply tyres of the traction or performance as winter Warning same size, load range and tyres on snow or ice-covered roads. speed rating as the original See Winter Tyres on page 10-35. If the low tyre warning light equipment tyres.
Page 285: Summer Tyres
10-36 Vehicle Care (50 mi); and a heavy load 45 km normal driving conditions. See your installing winter tyres on the vehicle (25 mi). As soon as possible, dealer for wheel or sensor if frequent driving at temperatures contact the nearest authorised GM replacement.
Page 286: Tyre Pressure
Vehicle Care 10-37 For additional information Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) regarding how much weight the vehicle can carry, and an Poor handling. directly on the tyres. Always example of the Tyre and inspect tyres before use. See Reduced fuel economy. Loading Information label, see Tyre Inspection on page 10-43.
Page 287: Tyre Pressure For High-Speed Operation
10-38 Vehicle Care has not been driven for at least Tyre Pressure for Vehicles with P245/45R17 95V, P245/40R18 93V, or 255/ three hours or no more than High-Speed Operation 35R19 96V size tyres require 1.6 km (1 mi). inflation pressure adjustment when Remove the valve cap from the Warning driving the vehicle at speeds of...
Page 288: Tyre Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-39 Tyre Pressure Monitor tyres of a different size than the size responsibility to maintain correct indicated on the vehicle placard or tyre pressure, even if under-inflation System tyre inflation pressure label, you has not reached the level to trigger should determine the proper tyre illumination of the TPMS low tyre Caution...
Page 289: Tyre Pressure Monitor
10-40 Vehicle Care telltale after replacing one or more about the DIC operation and tyres or wheels on your vehicle to displays see Driver Information ensure that the replacement or Centre (DIC) on page 5-29. alternate tyres and wheels allow the The low tyre pressure warning light TPMS to continue to function may come on in cool weather when...
Page 290 Vehicle Care 10-41 The TPMS can warn about a low Tyre Loading Selection TPMS Malfunction Light and tyre pressure condition but it does Equipped Message not replace normal tyre Adjust the vehicle tyre pressures to The TPMS will not function properly maintenance.
Page 291 10-42 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the process was not done or not being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the tyre, passenger side front tyre, rotating the tyres.
Page 292: Tyre Inspection
Vehicle Care 10-43 4. Use the five-way DIC control on 8. Proceed to the passenger side Tyre Inspection the right side of the steering front tyre, and repeat the We recommend that the tyres, wheel to scroll to the Tyre procedure in Step 7.
Page 293: Tyre Rotation
10-44 Vehicle Care The tyre has a puncture, cut, Anytime unusual wear is or other damage that cannot noticed, rotate the tyres as soon be repaired well because of as possible, check for proper the size or location of the tyre inflation pressure, and damage.
Page 294 Vehicle Care 10-45 Adjust the front and rear tyres to Warning the recommended inflation pressure on the Tyre and Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Loading Information label after parts to which it is fastened, can the tyres have been rotated. See make wheel nuts become loose Tyre Pressure on page 10-37 after time.
Page 295: When It Is Time For New
10-46 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New The rubber in tyres ages over time. slow ageing. This area should be This also applies to the spare tyre, free of grease, petrol, or other Tyres if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate never used.
Page 296 Vehicle Care 10-47 GM's exclusive TPC Spec all four tyres should wear out at speed capability when using system considers over a dozen about the same time. See Tyre winter tyres with a lower speed critical specifications that impact Rotation on page 10-44 for rating.
Page 297: Different Size Tyres And Wheels
10-48 Vehicle Care Vehicles that have a tyre brakes, rollover airbags, traction Warning (Continued) control, electronic stability control, pressure monitoring system or All-Wheel Drive, the performance could give an inaccurate a crash or other vehicle damage. of these systems can also be low-pressure warning if non-TPC Use the correct size, brand, and affected.
Page 298: Wheel Alignment And Tyre Balance
Vehicle Care 10-49 Wheel Alignment and If the wheel leaks air, replace it. Warning (Continued) Some aluminium wheels can be Tyre Balance repaired. See your dealer if any of a crash. Always use the correct these conditions exist. The tyres and wheels were aligned wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel and balanced at the factory to Your dealer will know the kind of...
Page 299: Tyre Chains
10-50 Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels If a Tyre Goes Flat Caution It is unusual for a tyre to blow out Warning Do not install traction devices on while driving, especially if the tyres the front tyres. are maintained properly. If air goes Replacing a wheel with a used out of a tyre, it is much more likely one is dangerous.
Page 300: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-51 The vehicle has no spare tyre, no Jump Starting Caution tyre changing equipment and no For more information about the place to store a tyre. Ignoring these steps could result vehicle battery, see Battery on If the vehicle has run-flat tyres, in costly damage to the vehicle page 10-17.
Page 301 10-52 Vehicle Care 3. Discharged Battery Remote Caution Caution Positive Terminal 4. Discharged Battery Remote If the other vehicle does not have If any accessories are left on or Negative Ground Terminal a 12-volt system with a negative plugged in during the jump The jump start positive terminal (1) ground, both vehicles can be starting procedure, they could be...
Page 302 Vehicle Care 10-53 5. Connect one end of the red Warning Caution positive (+) cable to the remote positive (+) terminal on the Using a match near a battery can If the jump leads are connected discharged battery. cause battery gas to explode. or removed in the wrong order, 6.
Page 303: Towing The Vehicle
10-54 Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle ground. Dolly towing is towing the Caution vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a Improper use of the tow eye can Caution device known as a dolly. cause vehicle damage. Use Here are some important things to Incorrectly towing a disabled caution and low speeds to...
Page 304 Vehicle Care 10-55 Dinghy Towing The vehicle was not designed to be 2. Put the rear wheels on the dolly. towed with all four wheels on the 3. Shift the transmission to ground. If the vehicle must be P (Park). towed, a dolly should be used.
Page 305: Appearance Care
10-56 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing (All-Wheel Drive Vehicles with all-wheel drive cannot Appearance Care be dolly towed. Vehicles) Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-5.
Page 306 Vehicle Care 10-57 washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from products can be obtained from industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, your dealer.
Page 307 10-58 Vehicle Care The bright metal mouldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Caution (Continued) vehicle are aluminium or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals and steel. To prevent damage always Stripes damage it. Use only non-abrasive follow these cleaning instructions: waxes and polishes that are Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Be sure the moulding is cool to made for a base coat/clear coat...
Page 308 Vehicle Care 10-59 Aftermarket appearance caps or Windscreen and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a covers while the lamps are clean cloth. See Recommended Clean the outside of the windscreen illuminated, due to excessive Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-5. with glass cleaner.
Page 309 10-60 Vehicle Care silicone grease on weatherstrips Caution Caution (Continued) with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick Chrome wheels and other chrome automatic car wash that uses or squeak. trim may be damaged if the silicone carbide tyre cleaning Underbody Maintenance vehicle is not washed after driving...
Page 310: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-61 Finish Damage Use a soft bristle brush to remove To prevent damage, do not clean dust from knobs and crevices on the the interior using the following Quickly repair minor chips and instrument cluster. Using a mild cleaners or techniques: scratches with touch-up materials soap solution, immediately remove...
Page 311 10-62 Vehicle Care Interior Glass Coated Mouldings To clean: 1. Saturate a clean lint-free To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated mouldings should be colourfast cloth with water. dampened with water. Wipe droplets cleaned. Microfiber cloth is recommended left behind with a clean dry cloth. When lightly soiled, wipe with a to prevent lint transfer to the Commercial glass cleaners may be...
Page 312 Vehicle Care 10-63 cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small Caution Caution hidden area for colourfastness before using a commercial Do not attach a device with a Soaking or saturating leather, upholstery cleaner or spot lifter. suction cup to the display. This especially perforated leather, as If ring formation occurs, clean the may cause damage and would...
Page 313: Floor Mats
10-64 Vehicle Care The original equipment floor Caution Warning mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need Use of air fresheners may cause Do not bleach or dye safety belts. replacing, it is recommended permanent damage to plastics It may severely weaken them.
Page 314 Vehicle Care 10-65 Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock the retainers and remove. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position.
Page 315 10-66 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 316: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Please read the information under Scheduled Maintenance. To keep Maintenance the vehicle in good condition, see Caution your dealer. The maintenance schedule is for Maintenance intervals, checks, General Information vehicles that: inspections, recommended fluids General Information .
Page 317: Scheduled Maintenance
11-2 Service and Maintenance Rotation of New Tyres Scheduled Warning (Continued) Tyre rotation is not recommended if Maintenance the vehicle has different size tyres If in doubt, see your dealer to on the front and rear wheels. If tyre Engine Oil Change have a qualified technician do the rotation is recommended for the work.
Page 318 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Engine cooling system Steering and suspension Bonnet/Boot lid/Tailgate/Liftglass inspection. Visual inspection of inspection. Visual inspection for Support Gas Strut Service: hoses, pipes, fittings, and damaged, loose, or missing Visually inspect gas strut, clamps and replacement, parts or signs of wear. if equipped, for signs of wear, if needed.
Page 319 11-4 Service and Maintenance Additional Maintenance Every Contaminated fluid will decrease Additional Maintenance Every the life of the transfer case and 30 000 km or 2 Years 250 000 km or Every Five should be replaced. Years, Whichever Occurs First In addition to the items listed under Additional Maintenance Every Inspection Every 15 000 km or 1...
Page 320: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Service and Maintenance 11-5 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos2 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. Look for the dexos2 approved logo for GM approved engine oil.
Page 321: Maintenance Replacement Parts
11-6 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Bonnet Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668) or lubricant meeting Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Release Pawl Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No.
Page 322: Maintenance Records
Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
Page 323 11-8 Service and Maintenance NOTES...
Page 324: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification windscreen, or in the engine compartment on the right-hand body panel. Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Identification Plate Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification The identification plate is located on Number (VIN) ....12-1 the front left or right-hand door Engine Identification .
Page 325 12-2 Technical Data Model designation. Paint information. Production options and special equipment. Do not remove this label from the vehicle.
Page 326: Vehicle Data
Technical Data 12-3 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-5. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the bonnet.
Page 327 12-4 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Horsepower Torque Spark Plug Gap 2.0L L4 Engine 203 kW (272 hp)@ (295 lb ft) 0.75 0.90 mm (0.030 5 500 min @3000 min 0.035 in) Fuel Consumption and Emissions Information Urban Extra-Urban Combined Saloon...
Page 328 Technical Data 12-5 Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.0L L4 Engine...
Page 329 12-6 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 330: Customer Information
Infotainment System ..13-2 door openers. RFID technology in Cadillac vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other Cadillac system containing personal information.
Page 331: Privacy
13-2 Customer Information Vehicle reactions in particular Vehicle Data When using the vehicle, situations driving situations (e.g., inflation may occur in which this technical Recording and of an airbag, activation of the data related to other information stability regulation system). (accident report, damages on the Privacy vehicle, witness statements, etc.)
Page 332 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Antilock Brake What Makes an Airbag System (ABS) ....9-24 Accessories and Inflate? ..... .3-26 Warning Light .
Page 333 INDEX Bulb Replacement ... . 10-23 Child Restraints Halogen Bulbs ....10-22 Infants and Young Battery ..... . . 10-17 Headlamp Aiming .
Page 334: Driver Assistance Systems
INDEX Convex Mirrors ....2-19 Door Driving (cont'd) Vehicle Load Limits ... . 9-8 Coolant Ajar Light .
Page 335 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Fuel (cont'd) Gauge ......5-15 Coolant ..... 10-10 Features Coolant Temperature Low Fuel Warning Light .
Page 336 INDEX General Information Heated ISOFIX Child Restraint Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Rear Seats ....3-12 Systems ..... 3-44 Towing .
Page 337 INDEX Lamps (cont'd) Lights Locking Systems, Anti-theft ..2-17 On Reminder ....5-28 Airbag Readiness ... . .5-18 Locks Reading .
Page 338 INDEX Messages Mirrors Airbag System ....5-44 Automatic Dimming Engine ......10-5 Battery Voltage and Rearview .
Page 339 INDEX Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-28 Rear Seats ....3-10 Rev Counter ....5-14 Pedestrian Protection Heated .
Page 340 INDEX Securing Child Side Blind Zone Restraints ....3-44, 3-46 Alert (SBZA) ....9-53 Safety Belts .
Page 341 i-10 INDEX Summer Tyres ....10-36 Traction Tyres (cont'd) Pressure Light ....5-26 Sun Visors .
Page 342 INDEX i-11 Vehicle (cont'd) Wheels Security ..... .2-15 Alignment and Tyre Speed Messages ... . .5-47 Balance .
Page 343 i-12 INDEX NOTES...

Cadillac CTS 2015 Owner's Manual

Keys, Doors, and

3-1 Seats and

Storage

Instruments and Controls

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting

9-1 Driving and Engine Exhaust Driver Assistance Systems

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Engine Exhaust

Automatic Transmission

Brakes

Drive Systems

Ride Control Systems

Cruise Control

Driver Assistance Systems

Fuel

General Information

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