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Cadillac 2011 STS Owner's Manual (529 pages)
Brand:
Cadillac
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 4.12 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
Canadian Owners
4
Vehicle Symbols
5
In Brief
8
Instrument Panel
9
Initial Drive Information
11
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
11
Trunk Lid Release
13
Seat Adjustment
14
Power Seats
14
Heated Seats (Front)
15
Memory Features
15
Heated and Ventilated Seats
16
Head Restraint Adjustment
16
Heated Seats (Rear)
16
Safety Belt
17
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag
17
Interior Mirror
18
Interior Lighting
19
Steering Wheel Adjustment
19
Windshield Wiper/Washer
21
Climate Controls
22
Vehicle Features
23
Steering Wheel Controls
25
Vehicle Personalization
27
Performance and Maintenance
28
Power Outlets
28
Resetting the Oil Life System
30
Roadside Service
30
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
30
Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
32
Your Responsibility
32
Section 2 Seats and Restraint System
34
Seats and Restraint System
34
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a
34
Front Seats
35
Power Lumbar
36
Heated Seats
37
Power Reclining Seatbacks
43
Head Restraints
45
Rear Seats
47
Heated Seats
47
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door
47
Safety Belts
47
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
47
Why Safety Belts Work
49
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
52
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
52
Lap-Shoulder Belt
61
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
64
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
66
Safety Belt Extender
67
Child Restraints
67
Older Children
67
Infants and Young Children
71
Child Restraint Systems
74
Where to Put the Restraint
76
Position
77
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (Latch)
78
Top Tether Anchor
79
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
81
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front
86
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
86
Airbag System
90
Where Are the Airbags
92
When Should an Airbag Inflate
95
How Does an Airbag Restrain
96
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
96
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
97
Passenger Sensing System
99
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
103
Vehicle
103
Restraint System Check
105
Checking the Restraint Systems
105
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a
106
Section 3 Features and Controls
108
Features and Controls
108
Keys
110
Keyless Access System
111
Keyless Access System Operation
112
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
114
Battery Replacement
117
Remote Vehicle Start
117
Doors and Locks
119
Door Locks
119
Power Door Locks
120
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
121
Rear Door Security Locks
121
Lockout Protection
122
Trunk
122
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
124
Windows
125
Power Windows
126
Programming the Power Windows
127
Sun Visors
128
Theft-Deterrent Systems
129
Theft-Deterrent System
129
Testing the Alarm
130
Immobilizer
131
Immobilizer Operation
131
Valet Lockout Switch
131
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
132
New Vehicle Break-In
132
Ignition Positions
133
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
134
Starting Procedure
134
Starting the Engine
134
Engine Coolant Heater
136
Stopping the Engine
136
Automatic Transmission Operation
137
Parking Brake
140
Shifting into Park
141
Parking over Things that Burn
142
Shifting out of Park
142
Engine Exhaust
143
Running the Vehicle While Parked
143
Mirrors
144
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
144
Compass
145
Compass Calibration
145
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
146
Outside Power Mirrors
146
Outside Convex Mirror
147
Outside Heated Mirrors
147
Park Tilt Mirrors
147
Object Detection Systems
148
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)
148
How the System Works
149
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
151
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
154
Universal Home Remote System
156
Universal Home Remote System Operation
156
Storage Areas
163
Cupholders
163
Glove Box
163
Center Console Storage
163
Floor Mats
163
Convenience Net
164
Sunroof
164
Vehicle Personalization
166
Remote Start
169
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel
182
Section 4 Instrument Panel
188
Instrument Panel Overview
190
Hazard Warning Flashers
190
Horn
190
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering
190
Heated Steering Wheel
191
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
191
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
191
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
192
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
193
Flash-To-Pass
196
Windshield Wipers
197
Windshield Washer
198
Headlamp Washer
198
Cruise Control
199
Resuming a Set Speed
200
Setting Cruise Control
200
Adaptive Cruise Control
202
Decreasing Set Speed While Using Adaptive Cruise Control
207
Headlamps
214
Wiper Activated Headlamps
218
Headlamps on Reminder
218
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
219
Light Sensor
220
Fog Lamps
220
Twilight Sentinel
221
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
222
Instrument Panel Brightness
222
Entry Lighting
223
Parade Dimming
223
Reading Lamps
223
Battery Load Management
223
Electric Power Management
224
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
224
Head-Up Display (HUD)
225
Speed Alert
227
Accessory Power Outlet(S)
229
Climate Controls
230
Dual Climate Control System
230
Manual Operation
231
Rear Window Defogger
233
Outlet Adjustment
235
Rear Climate Control System
236
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
237
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
238
Instrument Panel Cluster
239
Speedometer and Odometer
240
Tachometer
240
Safety Belt Reminders
240
Airbag Readiness Light
241
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
242
Charging System Light
244
Brake System Warning Light
245
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
246
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning
247
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
247
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
248
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
248
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
249
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
252
Tire Pressure Light
249
Oil Pressure Light
253
Cruise Control Light
254
Front Fog Lamp Light
254
Lights on Reminder
254
Security Light
254
Fuel Gauge
255
Highbeam on Light
255
Driver Information Center (DIC)
256
DIC Operation and Displays
257
Trip Odometer
262
DIC Warnings and Messages
263
Battery Voltage Low
265
Check Brake Fluid
265
Check Gas Cap
265
Check Washer Fluid
266
Engine Coolant Hot Idle Engine
267
Engine Power Reduced
267
Fuel Level Low
268
Hood Ajar
269
Left Rear Door Ajar
269
Ice Possible
269
Passenger Door Ajar
271
Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
271
Right Rear Door Ajar
272
Service Air Bag
273
Service Theft System
275
Service Transmission
275
Service Tire Monitor
275
Service Vehicle Soon
275
Theft Attempted
278
Traction Active
278
Trunk Open
279
Other Messages
280
Audio System(S)
281
Playing the Radio
282
Finding a Station
283
Setting Preset Stations
285
Rds Messages
287
Rds and XM
289
Radio Message
290
Using the Single CD Player
290
XM Satellite Radio Service
290
Using the Six-Disc CD Changer
291
Care of the CD Player
293
Care of Cds
293
Using an Mp
295
XM Radio Messages
299
Voice Recognition
300
Audio System
300
Navigation/Radio System
300
Bluetooth Controls
301
Pairing a Phone
301
Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers
303
Making a Call
304
Receiving a Call
305
Call Waiting
305
Transferring a Call
306
Other Information
307
Radio Personalization
307
Base Audio System
310
Theft-Deterrent Feature
310
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
311
Radio Reception
312
Backglass Antenna
313
Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle
314
Driving Your Vehicle
314
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
315
Defensive Driving
315
Drunk Driving
315
Control of a Vehicle
316
Braking
317
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
318
Brake Assist
319
Braking in Emergencies
319
Stabilitrak ® System
319
Enhanced Stabilitrak
320
Traction Control System (TCS)
322
Limited-Slip Rear Axle
324
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
324
Steering
324
Steering Tips
325
Steering in Emergencies
326
Off-Road Recovery
327
Passing
327
Loss of Control
327
Driving at Night
329
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
329
Other Rainy Weather Tips
330
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
331
Highway Hypnosis
331
Hill and Mountain Roads
332
Winter Driving
333
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice
335
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
336
Loading the Vehicle
336
Tire and Loading Information Label
337
Certification Label
340
Towing
342
Towing Your Vehicle
342
Recreational Vehicle Towing
342
Dinghy Towing
343
Towing a Trailer
344
Pulling a Trailer
345
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
346
Safety Chains
347
Driving with a Trailer
348
Making Turns
349
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
349
Driving on Grades
350
Parking on Hills
350
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
351
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
351
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
352
Service and Appearance Care
352
Service
355
Accessories and Modifications
355
California Proposition 65 Warning
356
California Perchlorate Materials
356
Requirements
356
Doing Your Own Service Work
356
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the
357
Fuel
357
Gasoline Octane
357
Gasoline Specifications
358
California Fuel
358
Additives
358
Fuels in Foreign Countries
359
Filling the Tank
360
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
362
Checking Things under the Hood
363
Hood Release
363
Engine Compartment Overview
364
Engine Oil
367
When to Add Engine Oil
368
Engine Oil Life System
371
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
372
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
373
Automatic Transmission Fluid
374
Cooling System
375
Engine Coolant
376
What to Use
377
Checking Coolant
378
Engine Overheating
381
Operating Mode
383
Overheated Engine Protection
383
Power Steering Fluid
384
Windshield Washer Fluid
385
Brake Fluid
386
Brakes
386
Brake Wear
387
Brake Adjustment
388
Battery
389
Jump Starting
389
Vehicle Storage
389
All-Wheel Drive
394
Rear Axle
395
Front Axle
396
Headlamp Aiming
397
Bulb Replacement
398
Halogen Bulbs
398
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
398
Windshield Replacement
399
Back-Up Lamps
399
Replacement Bulbs
399
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
400
Tires
401
Winter Tires
402
Tire Sidewall Labeling
403
Tire Size
405
Tire Terminology and Definitions
406
Inflation - Tire Pressure
409
How to Check
410
High-Speed Operation
411
Tire Pressure Monitor System
411
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
413
Tpms Malfunction Light and Message
414
Tpms Sensor Matching Process
415
Tire Inspection and Rotation
416
When It Is Time for New Tires
418
Buying New Tires
418
Different Size Tires and Wheels
421
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
422
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
423
Wheel Replacement
423
Used Replacement Wheels
424
Tire Chains
425
If a Tire Goes Flat
425
Switch)
427
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
427
Punctured Tire
430
Not Punctured
433
With Selector Switch
436
Changing a Flat Tire
445
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage
445
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
447
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and
454
Compact Spare Tire
456
Appearance Care
457
Electrical System
465
Add-On Electrical Equipment
465
Service Parts Identification Label
465
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
465
Power Windows and Other Power Options
466
Headlamp Wiring
466
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
466
Windshield Wiper Fuses
466
Rear Underseat Fuse Block
471
Capacities and Specifications
479
Introduction
481
Maintenance Schedule
481
Scheduled Maintenance
482
Additional Required Services
484
Owner Checks and Services
486
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
488
Maintenance Replacement Parts
490
Engine Drive Belt Routing
491
Maintenance Record
492
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
496
Customer Assistance and Information
497
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
497
Online Owner Center
500
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY)
501
P.O. Box
501
Customer Assistance Offices
501
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
502
Roadside Service
503
Cadillac Owner Privileges
504
Scheduling Service Appointments
506
Courtesy Transportation Program
507
Collision Damage Repair
508
Repair Facility
509
Insuring Your Vehicle
510
If a Crash Occurs
510
Reporting Safety Defects
511
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States
511
Service Manuals
512
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
512
Service Publications Ordering Information
512
Owner Information
513
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
514
Event Data Recorders
514
Onstar
515
Navigation System
515
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
515
Radio Frequency Statement
515
Checking Things under the Hood
518
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
518
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
525
Spare Tire
527
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
529
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Cadillac 2011 STS Owner's Manual (528 pages)
Cadillac 2011 STS Automobile Owner's Manual
Brand:
Cadillac
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 4.02 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
107
Keyless Access System
110
Remote Vehicle Start
116
Door Locks
119
Power Door Locks
119
Rear Door Security Locks
120
Trunk
121
Keyless Access System Operation
122
Power Windows
125
Theft-Deterrent System
128
Valet Lockout Switch
130
Immobilizer
130
Engine Coolant Heater
135
Parking Brake
139
Engine Exhaust
142
Shifting into Park
143
Compass
144
Outside Power Mirrors
145
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)
147
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
150
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
153
Glove Box
162
Cupholders
162
Center Console Storage
162
Floor Mats
162
Convenience Net
163
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
165
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel
189
Automatic Transmission Operation
224
Overheated Engine Protection
351
Appearance Care
515
Airbag System
515
Automatic Transmission
516
Child Restraints
517
Climate Control System
517
Climate Control Systems
517
Drive Systems
518
Customer Information
518
Electrical System
519
Fog Lamps
519
Front Fog Lamps
519
Engine Oil
519
Fuel Economy
520
Instrument Panel
521
Lockout Protection
522
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
522
New Vehicle Break-In
523
Park Tilt Mirrors
523
Rearview Mirrors
524
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
525
Running the Vehicle While Parked
525
Sun Visors
526
Starting the Engine
526
Shifting out of Park
526
Vehicle Identification
528
Vehicle Personalization
528
XM Satellite Radio
528
CADILLAC 2011 STS Brochure (9 pages)
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CADILLAC 2011 STS Specifications (1 page)
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