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Service Tire Monitor System

If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
system, this message will appear if the TPM system is
not working properly. Have your vehicle serviced at
your GM dealer as soon as possible. See Tire Pressure
Monitor System on page 5-69 for more information.

Service Transmission

This message will display if there is a problem with
the transmission of your vehicle. Have your vehicle
serviced by your GM dealer.

Service Vehicle Soon

This message is displayed when a non-emissions
related powertrain malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle
serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible.

Stability System Engaged

If your vehicle has StabiliTrak

®

, this message will be

displayed any time StabiliTrak

®

is actively assisting you

with directional control of the vehicle. Slippery road
conditions may exist when this message is displayed,
so adjust your driving accordingly. This message
may stay on for a few seconds after StabiliTrak

®

stops

assisting you with directional control of the vehicle.
See StabiliTrak

®

System on page 4-12 for more

information.

Stability System Off

If your vehicle has StabiliTrak

®

, this message will be

displayed any time you turn off StabiliTrak

®

using the

TC (traction control) on/off button. See Traction Control
System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-9 or Traction Control
System (TCS) (CTS-V) on page 4-10 for more
information. When this message has been displayed,
StabiliTrak

®

is no longer available to assist you

with directional control of the vehicle. Adjust your driving
accordingly.

Stability System Ready

If your vehicle has StabiliTrak

®

, this message will be

displayed any time you turn StabiliTrak

®

on again using

the TC (traction control) on/off button. See Traction
Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-9 or Traction
Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on page 4-10 for
more information. When this message has been
displayed, StabiliTrak

®

is ready to assist you with

directional control of the vehicle, if needed.

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Summary of Contents for 2006 CTS-V

Page 1: ...hts Gages and Indicators 3 30 Message Center 3 47 Driver Information Center DIC 3 53 Audio System s 3 83 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 37 Service and App...

Page 2: ...ve this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Man...

Page 3: ...ON These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these...

Page 4: ...warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text de...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...ildren 1 29 Infants and Young Children 1 32 Child Restraint Systems 1 35 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Pos...

Page 8: ...person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked Your vehicle may have manual seats To adjust the seat lift the bar under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the...

Page 9: ...To move the seat forward or rearward slide the horizontal control forward or rearward The vertical control is used for reclining your seatback See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 4 for more information...

Page 10: ...e button once The seat will heat to the HI setting Press the button again to switch to the LO setting Pressing the button a third time turns the system off The heated seats can only be used when the i...

Page 11: ...the seatback to be sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position pull up on the lever without applying pressure to the seatback If your vehicle has power reclining seatbacks the co...

Page 12: ...The shoulder belt cannot do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt f...

Page 13: ...d restraint down to lower it Both the front and rear head restraints tilt forward and rearward also Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This...

Page 14: ...lt buckle Use the following steps to lower one or both of the rear seatbacks 1 Insert a tool with a small tip into the slot as shown to unlatch the seatbelt buckle Then move the belt to the side so it...

Page 15: ...belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted To return the seatback to the upright...

Page 16: ...or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to r...

Page 17: ...ven buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or kill...

Page 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 12...

Page 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 13...

Page 20: ...pside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safet...

Page 21: ...afety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 29 or Infants and Young Children on page 1...

Page 22: ...on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to...

Page 23: ...o loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury...

Page 24: ...n be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause se...

Page 25: ...riously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 26: ...across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can...

Page 27: ...women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as po...

Page 28: ...it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle the belt Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that...

Page 29: ...slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pul...

Page 30: ...elvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt s...

Page 31: ...mfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away fr...

Page 32: ...c cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic co...

Page 33: ...kle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 22 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt...

Page 34: ...ing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 66 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer wil...

Page 35: ...should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal int...

Page 36: ...o small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt...

Page 37: ...his way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap p...

Page 38: ...ildren ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead...

Page 39: ...le in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the m...

Page 40: ...always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young chi...

Page 41: ...or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against...

Page 42: ...es such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and...

Page 43: ...sts low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child...

Page 44: ...t would be very close to the inflating airbag Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child CAUTION Continue...

Page 45: ...installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be attached using only...

Page 46: ...op of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to r...

Page 47: ...ufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether a...

Page 48: ...ther than the front seat See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 38 for additional information Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not...

Page 49: ...the seat 4 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors if equipped in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you how 5 If the child restraint i...

Page 50: ...Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 39 If your child restraint does not have the LATC...

Page 51: ...Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 45...

Page 52: ...5 If your child restraint has a top tether attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to step five under Lower Anchors...

Page 53: ...s is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airb...

Page 54: ...our vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the air...

Page 55: ...use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 7 If the airbag is off the off indicator...

Page 56: ...occupant If the on indicator is still lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the veh...

Page 57: ...e designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued And fo...

Page 58: ...intaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed...

Page 59: ...symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 34 for more information Where Are the...

Page 60: ...The front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 1 54...

Page 61: ...s side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door The roof mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the passenger directly behind the driver is in the ceiling ab...

Page 62: ...r 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 othe...

Page 63: ...full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deploymen...

Page 64: ...re are all part of the airbag modules inside the steering wheel instrument panel the side of the front seatbacks closest to the door and the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows How Does an Ai...

Page 65: ...on does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there is dust in th...

Page 66: ...after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7 10 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work...

Page 67: ...te a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUT...

Page 68: ...n the Right Front Seat Position on page 1 47 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pr...

Page 69: ...ith the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag...

Page 70: ...bag systems Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Y...

Page 71: ...thing that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or fr...

Page 72: ...ave LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inf...

Page 73: ...errent System 2 18 Immobilizer 2 20 Immobilizer Operation 2 20 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 22 New Vehicle Break In 2 22 Ignition Positions 2 22 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 24 Starting the...

Page 74: ...tside Convex Mirror 2 43 Outside Heated Mirrors 2 43 OnStar System 2 43 Universal Home Remote System 2 45 Universal Home Remote System Operation 2 46 Storage Areas 2 49 Glove Box 2 49 Cupholder s 2 49...

Page 75: ...the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not...

Page 76: ...tar system with an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle See OnStar System on page 2 43 for more information Remote...

Page 77: ...if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for servi...

Page 78: ...orn symbol when the ignition is turned off The horn will sound and the exterior lamps will flash for up to 30 seconds To stop the instant panic alarm press the symbol again or turn the ignition to ON...

Page 79: ...not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 1 Use a flat thin object to pry open the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is separat...

Page 80: ...troke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening...

Page 81: ...oor lock switch or the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed when the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened a chime will sound three times indicating that...

Page 82: ...closed again it will not lock automatically Use the manual lever or the power door lock switch to lock the door The power door locks can be programmed through prompts displayed on the Driver Informati...

Page 83: ...ity lock label and turn it to disengage the lock 3 Repeat the steps for the other lock The rear door locks will now work normally Lockout Protection If you press the power door lock switch when the ke...

Page 84: ...icle See Climate Control System If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 37 Trunk Lock Release The remote trunk release button is loc...

Page 85: ...wn the rear seatback See Split Folding Rear Seat on page 1 8 for more information 2 Reach upward through the opening to locate the trunk release handle 3 Pull forward on the trunk release handle to op...

Page 86: ...emergency trunk release handle located on the back wall of the trunk This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle toward the front of the vehicle to open the trunk from t...

Page 87: ...s the up or down arrows on the switches to raise or lower the windows Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off for u...

Page 88: ...will need to replace or recharge your vehicle s battery To program each window follow these steps 1 With the ignition in ACCESSORY ON or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active press and hold the...

Page 89: ...e on an object in its path Use care when using the override mode Window Lockout This feature allows you to disable the passenger window switches The passenger window lockout button is located below th...

Page 90: ...as a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Theft Deterrent System If your vehicle has this feature the security light is located on the i...

Page 91: ...itter or by starting the vehicle with a valid key Testing the Alarm 1 From inside the vehicle roll down the window then get out of the vehicle keeping the door open 2 From outside of the vehicle with...

Page 92: ...se interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an aut...

Page 93: ...wo current driver s keys You must add a step to the following procedure After Step 2 repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the second current driver s key Then continue with Step 3 To program a new key do the fol...

Page 94: ...ke linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this break in guideline every time you get new linings Do not tow a trailer during b...

Page 95: ...your vehicle has an automatic transmission and you turn off the engine the transmission will lock If you need to shift the transmission out of PARK P the ignition key has to be in ON D START This posi...

Page 96: ...detaches from the steering column cover 3 Insert a narrow pointed object into the hole in the steering column cover and press the spring 4 Then turn the ignition switch to OFF and remove the key Reta...

Page 97: ...accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you turn the key to START If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing Notice Your engine is designed to wor...

Page 98: ...ould be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Befo...

Page 99: ...engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in ON If you cannot shif...

Page 100: ...running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Th...

Page 101: ...from the mileage to a number indicating the requested gear range when moving the shift lever forward or rearward See Speedometer and Odometer on page 3 33 for more information on the odometer While u...

Page 102: ...on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal For the CTS you can shift into FIRST 1 when you are going less than 25 mph 40 km h If you come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into F...

Page 103: ...ompletely stop the vehicle and shift into REVERSE R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal For the CTS pull the shift lever quickly to the left and then forward into ge...

Page 104: ...ssage center in the speedometer during light throttle low speed maneuvers 15 to 19 mph 24 to 31 km h When this message appears you can only shift from FIRST 1 to FOURTH 4 instead of FIRST 1 to SECOND...

Page 105: ...ght on page 3 38 for more information To release the parking brake pull the release lever located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel Notice Driving with the parking brake on can...

Page 106: ...see Towing a Trailer on page 4 39 To shift into PARK P use the following steps 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P by pressing the button on the front o...

Page 107: ...f you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the button on the shift lever If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Tran...

Page 108: ...e on the shift lever Push the shift lever all the way into PARK P while pushing the button on the shift lever as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the desired gear Parking...

Page 109: ...consciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was...

Page 110: ...AUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle...

Page 111: ...r an airbag symbol in Canada when the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 for more information Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or simil...

Page 112: ...d by a magnetic antenna mount note pad holder or similar object If the letter C appears in the compass window the compass may need to be reset or calibrated The mirror can be calibrated by driving the...

Page 113: ...Compass Calibration listed previously Passenger Airbag Indicator The mirror may be equipped with a passenger airbag indicator on the mirror glass just above the buttons If the vehicle has this featur...

Page 114: ...position before driving If the vehicle has the memory package the mirrors can be programmed for personalization and curb view assist For more information see Memory Seat and Mirrors on page 2 52 and D...

Page 115: ...outside rearview mirrors to help clear them of fog or ice See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Climate Control System on page 3 23 for more information OnStar System OnStar uses global positioning syst...

Page 116: ...Star Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar the Safe and Sound Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase You can extend this plan beyond the first year or upgrade to the Directio...

Page 117: ...By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands you can browse through the various topics Customize your information profile at www myonstar com See the OnStar user s guide for mor...

Page 118: ...ehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remote programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed Universal Home Remote buttons should be erased for security purp...

Page 119: ...light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage...

Page 120: ...sal Home Remote The Universal Home Remote indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming Universal Home Remote to complete Using Universal Home Remot...

Page 121: ...tomer Assistance Offices on page 7 4 Storage Areas Glove Box To open the glove box lift up on the lever Use your door key to lock or unlock it Cupholder s There are two cupholders for the front seat p...

Page 122: ...ned from your Cadillac dealer The mounting locations are on the roof rail Open the doors to access them The threaded nuts are covered with a plastic cap that must be removed before use For more inform...

Page 123: ...p position It provides less wind noise than the full open position A Full Open Turn the control clockwise to this position to open the glass panel all the way The sunshade will open with the glass pan...

Page 124: ...Seat and Mirrors If your vehicle has the memory feature you can program and recall memory settings for the driver s seating and outside rearview mirror driving positions for up to two drivers The butt...

Page 125: ...door armrest for at least three seconds Two beeps will sound to confirm that the exit position has been saved 4 Repeat the procedure for a second driver using memory seat button 2 or the remote keyles...

Page 126: ...NOTES 2 54...

Page 127: ...ry Power Outlet s 3 21 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 22 Climate Controls 3 23 Dual Climate Control System 3 23 Outlet Adjustment 3 28 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 29 Steering Wheel Climate C...

Page 128: ...51 Tire Pressure Warning Message 3 52 One to Four Shift Message 3 52 Driver Information Center DIC 3 53 System Controls 3 53 Status of Vehicle Systems 3 54 DIC Main Menu 3 57 DIC Warnings and Message...

Page 129: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 130: ...Instrument Panel Overview CTS shown CTS V similar 3 4...

Page 131: ...n page 3 6 G Audio Base Audio System or Audio Navigation System If Equipped See Audio System s on page 3 83 or Navigation Radio System on page 3 101 H Voice Recognition Button See Navigation System Su...

Page 132: ...e the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If...

Page 133: ...s SWC CTS If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to customize the four steering wheel controls to work with the OnStar the climate controls audio and traction control systems The controls for...

Page 134: ...s the multi function button next to the Setup prompt at the right of the display 3 Press the multi function button next to Prog SWC located at the right of the screen 4 Turn the TUNE SEL knob to scrol...

Page 135: ...or down The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change Raise or lower the lever until the ar...

Page 136: ...ams on the high beams will be on the next time you start your vehicle This light on the instrument panel cluster will be on indicating high beam usage Flash to Pass This feature allows you to use the...

Page 137: ...lever must be in delay for this feature to work 6 Low Speed Put the lever in this position for slow steady wiping cycles 1 High Speed Put the lever in this position for rapid wiping cycles If the wind...

Page 138: ...display See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 61 If the headlamps are on when you wash the windshield the headlamp washers if equipped will turn on Both the windshield and the headlamps will be was...

Page 139: ...about 25 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control...

Page 140: ...l This light on the instrument panel cluster will come on while cruise control is on Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of co...

Page 141: ...set button at end of the lever to increase cruise set speed your new set speed must be at least 5 mph higher than current speed for this method to work If it is not 5 mph higher switch cruise switch o...

Page 142: ...h to off to turn off the system completely Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Headlamps The exterior lamp control...

Page 143: ...ing lamp position and the driver s door is opened with the ignition off See Lights On Reminder on page 3 45 for additional information Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it e...

Page 144: ...Driver s Information Center DIC display This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended even though the DRL are still illuminated Turning the exterior lamp control t...

Page 145: ...bol is used to turn the fog lamps on and off The parking lamps must be on for the fog lamps to work To operate the fog lamps To turn the fog lamps on turn the fog lamp band on the lever up to the dot...

Page 146: ...are turned on after the ignition is turned to OFF If you need to leave the lamps on for more than 10 minutes use the exterior lamp control to turn the lamps back on Instrument Panel Brightness The lev...

Page 147: ...can be adjusted by sliding the instrument panel brightness lever toward the symbol to brighten or away from the symbol to dim the lighting Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead c...

Page 148: ...maximum amperage rating Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the electrical e...

Page 149: ...heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating To use the lighter press the lighter all the way in and release it It will pop back out by itself once t...

Page 150: ...re and the length of time that has elapsed since your vehicle was last driven 3 Wait for the system to regulate This may take from 10 to 30 minutes Then adjust the temperature if necessary You can swi...

Page 151: ...e information see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3 29 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 h Recirculation This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle It can be used to prevent o...

Page 152: ...tton again Sensors There is a solar sensor located on the instrument panel near the windshield There is also an interior temperature sensor located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument...

Page 153: ...it will be cancelled after 10 minutes If you have fogging on the side windows turn the thumbwheel on the outboard outlets to the side window defog position See Outlet Adjustment on page 3 28 for more...

Page 154: ...e knobs located in the center of each outlet to change the direction of the airflow Use the thumbwheels to open or close the outlets j Side Window Defog Turn the thumbwheel to this symbol to use the s...

Page 155: ...dure listed below to replace the passenger compartment air filter 1 Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off 2 Turn on the windshield wipers and turn them off again when the wipers are straight up...

Page 156: ...your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar wit...

Page 157: ...gned to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going how much fuel you are using and many of the other things you will need to know to drive safely and eco...

Page 158: ...CTS V United States version shown Canada similar 3 32...

Page 159: ...meter is part of the Driver Information Center DIC for more information see Status of Vehicle Systems on page 3 54 For vehicles equipped with the navigation system see your Navigation System manual fo...

Page 160: ...l which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensors the...

Page 161: ...if there is a problem If there is a problem with the airbag system in your vehicle the Service airbag message will appear on the DIC display See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 61 for more inform...

Page 162: ...ur vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facin...

Page 163: ...iced promptly because an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 34 Charging System Light Whe...

Page 164: ...arking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comes on while...

Page 165: ...s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 38 Traction Control System TCS Warning Light If the TC traction control warning light comes on and stays on there may be a...

Page 166: ...ys on while you are driving your vehicle may have a problem with the cooling system You should stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine A warning chim...

Page 167: ...Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The check engine light comes...

Page 168: ...detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction...

Page 169: ...designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once...

Page 170: ...low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil mainte...

Page 171: ...ssion Operation on page 2 26 for more information Security Light For information regarding this light see Theft Deterrent System on page 2 18 Fog Lamp Light This light will come on when the fog lamps...

Page 172: ...e Fuel Level Low message will appear on the DIC and a single chime will sound See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 61 for more information Here are a few concerns some owners have had about the fue...

Page 173: ...action Control System TCS CTS on page 4 9 or Traction Control System TCS CTS V on page 4 10 for more information Speedometer Display This display will show information relating to vehicle speed odomet...

Page 174: ...l The oil pressure will be displayed in psi or kPa and there will be a graph at the bottom of the display If the graph shows the pressure in the shaded area all the way to the left then the oil pressu...

Page 175: ...ration Lateral acceleration is a measure of how hard you are taking a corner For example when you are turning right you will feel your body push to the left This force is measured in a g This gage wil...

Page 176: ...normal vehicle operation on flat roads your vehicle may need service See your dealer for an inspection See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 61 and Manual Transmission Fluid on page 5 26 for more in...

Page 177: ...temperature and oil viscosity This warning should correspond with the Oil Pressure Light See Oil Pressure Light on page 3 44 for more information Oil Temperature Warning Message When you see this fla...

Page 178: ...ing light elsewhere on the cluster that will stay illuminated after this warning is acknowledged See Tire Pressure Light on page 3 41 for more information Also see Tire Pressure Monitor System on page...

Page 179: ...for instructions on operating the DIC for your vehicle System Controls Use the following controls located on the audio system to operate the DIC INFO Information Use the up or down arrows on this swit...

Page 180: ...ID LIFE Automatic Transmission Only PSI LF TIRE KPA LF TIRE PSI RF TIRE KPA RF TIRE PSI RR TIRE KPA RR TIRE PSI LR TIRE KPA LR TIRE BLANK LINE These items can be reset Each one must be reset individua...

Page 181: ...et the MPG AVG L 100 KM AVG press the CLR button located to the right of the screen The display will return to zero MPG INST L 100 KM INST If you select this item the current fuel economy is displayed...

Page 182: ...Engine Oil on page 5 16 for more information When you reset the Change Engine Oil message by clearing it from the display you still must reset the engine oil life system separately For more informati...

Page 183: ...with this item The pressure can be displayed in pounds per square inch PSI or kilopascals KPA To change the units see DIC Main Menu on page 3 57 DIC Main Menu LR TIRE If you select this item the drive...

Page 184: ...the desired choice is displayed turn the knob to set your DSP choice and continue scrolling through the main menu See Using DSP under Radio with CD on page 3 85 for more information AVC Automatic Vol...

Page 185: ...in the box next to AF on the menu The X disappears when AF is off See Activating Category CAT Stations RDS and XM under Radio with CD on page 3 85 for more information A SEEK LOCAL DISTANT This featur...

Page 186: ...t the time on the clock See Setting the Time on page 3 85 for more information 8 4 Clock Information Display Use this menu item to toggle between the clock display and the XM Information Song Artist A...

Page 187: ...may not be able to notice At the point that the features are disabled this message is displayed It means that the vehicle is trying to save the charge in the battery Turn off all unnecessary accessor...

Page 188: ...ds you to buckle the passenger s seat belt This message will display and a chime will sound when the ignition is on the driver s seat belt is buckled the passenger s seat belt is unbuckled with the pa...

Page 189: ...parately For more information on resetting the transmission fluid life monitor see Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 25 Check Brake Fluid This message will display if the ignition is in ON to inf...

Page 190: ...competitive driving mode is on The traction control system will not operate while in competitive driving mode You should adjust your driving accordingly See the CTS V portion of Traction Control Syste...

Page 191: ...immediately to avoid severe engine damage See Engine Overheating on page 5 30 A chime will also sound when this message is displayed Engine Power Reduced This message informs you that the vehicle is...

Page 192: ...nger s side front door was not closed completely You should make sure that the door is closed completely Right Rear Door Ajar When this message appears on the display it means that the passenger s sid...

Page 193: ...ssible and stop carefully Try resetting the system by turning the ignition off and then back on If this message still stays on or comes back on again while you are driving your vehicle needs service H...

Page 194: ...your driving accordingly This message may stay on for a few seconds after StabiliTrak stops assisting you with directional control of the vehicle See StabiliTrak System on page 4 12 for more informati...

Page 195: ...s been reached Your vehicle s top speed is based on the top speed rating of the tires This ensures that your vehicle stays in a safe operating range for the tires Traction Engaged This message will ap...

Page 196: ...button 1 or 2 located on the driver s door Certain features can be programmed not to recall until the key is placed in the ignition To change feature preferences see Entering the Personalization Menu...

Page 197: ...alphabet with both upper and lower case letters and the numbers zero through nine Also included are spaces and other non letter characters such as the ampersand 4 Press the TUNE SEL knob once to sele...

Page 198: ...ctory To program the vehicle to a different mode use the following procedure 1 Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously 2 Turn the TUNE SEL knob...

Page 199: ...ollowing the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Key in Recall Memory If your vehicle has the optional memory package you will have this feature Wh...

Page 200: ...ce it left the factory To program the vehicle to a different mode use the following procedure 1 Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously 2 Turn...

Page 201: ...This feature flashes the exterior lamps when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle The lamps will flash for approximately 20 seconds unless a door is opened the ignition i...

Page 202: ...K is highlighted 3 Press the TUNE SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off When the mode is turned on a check mark will appear next to the feature name You can select this feature by itsel...

Page 203: ...s when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle The lamps will remain on for about 20 seconds unless a door is opened the ignition is turned to ACCESSORY ON or START or the r...

Page 204: ...is turned on a check mark will appear next to the feature name If this feature is selected Driver Unlock Key Out Off Doors Unlock Key Out Off or Doors Unlock in Park cannot be selected The mode you s...

Page 205: ...to automatically unlock when the transmission is shifted into PARK P Programmable Modes Mode 1 ON Mode 2 OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 2 The mode to w...

Page 206: ...3 Press the TUNE SEL knob to switch between on and off When the mode is turned on a check mark will appear next to the feature name If this feature is selected Doors Unlock in Park automatic transmis...

Page 207: ...l be disabled when the window lockout button is pressed If the feature is off only the rear passenger window switches will be disabled See Power Windows on page 2 15 for more information Programmable...

Page 208: ...the following procedure 1 Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously 2 Turn the TUNE SEL knob until MIRROR TO CURB IN REV is highlighted 3 Press t...

Page 209: ...ion made the SETUP menu will be exited automatically Audio System s Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer driving experience See Defensive Driving on page 4 2 By taking a few moments...

Page 210: ...deral rules covering mobile radio and telephone units If sound equipment can be added it is very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s en...

Page 211: ...isplay If the CLOCK RADIO DISP is configured into one of the configurable keys pressing the key will switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time See Configurable Radio Display...

Page 212: ...rts talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information including song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive the XM service For more in...

Page 213: ...m the following steps 1 Press the TUNE SEL knob to enter the main menu 2 Turn the TUNE SEL knob until AUTO VOLUME COMP appears on the display 3 Press the TUNE SEL knob to turn AVC on or off An X will...

Page 214: ...tion To set this feature to LOCAL or DISTANT perform the following steps 1 Press the TUNE SEL knob to enter the main menu 2 Turn the TUNE SEL knob until SEEK LOCAL or SEEK DISTANT appears on the displ...

Page 215: ...ns with the strongest signal The stations will be stored by signal strength not sequential order The set preset station number will appear on the display above the firm key that it is set to Whenever...

Page 216: ...mized equalization settings To choose an equalization setting EQ0 through EQ5 perform the following steps 1 Press the TUNE SEL knob to enter the main menu 2 Turn the TUNE SEL knob until EQUALIZER appe...

Page 217: ...til one of the five settings appears on the display 3 Press the TUNE SEL knob to select a DSP setting 4 Press the CLR button to exit the display To return to the original display repeatedly press the...

Page 218: ...ted message has been displayed MSG will disappear from the display until another new message is received To display the last message perform the following steps 1 Press the TUNE SEL knob to enter the...

Page 219: ...l appear in the box when CAT is selected on 4 Press the CLR button to exit the display To return to the original display repeatedly press the CLR button or wait for the display to time out Once CAT is...

Page 220: ...n that is blocking the XM signal When the vehicle is moved into an open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processi...

Page 221: ...e on this channel The system is working properly XM Lock Theft lock active The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swap...

Page 222: ...check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs later i...

Page 223: ...the ignition and the radio off Using the Six Disc CD Changer The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same man...

Page 224: ...the radio can be on or off 2 Press and hold the LOAD button for two seconds Please Wait will appear on the display and you will hear a beep 3 Load the CD when INSERT appears on the display insert a C...

Page 225: ...s on the current CD in random rather than sequential order RDM TRK will appear on the display Press the MODE firm key again to turn off random play RDM TRK will disappear from the display RDM ALL Rand...

Page 226: ...write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Configurable Radio Display Keys This feature allows you to customize the four keys that are located on each side of the radio...

Page 227: ...avigation Radio System Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system The navigation system has built in features intended to minimize driver distraction Technology alone no matter how advanced can n...

Page 228: ...silence the system Press this button again or turn the VOL knob to turn the sound on If your vehicle has the navigation system press this button to initiate voice recognition See Voice Recognition in...

Page 229: ...unnels may cause loss of XM signal for a period of time The radio may display NO XM SIGNAL to indicate interference Cellular Phone Usage Cellular phone usage may cause interference with your vehicle s...

Page 230: ...zor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear window defogger grid and affect your radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty If s...

Page 231: ...sist 4 13 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 16 Passing 4 16 Loss of Control 4 17 Competitive Driving 4 18 Driving at Night 4 19 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City Driving 4 22 Freeway Driving...

Page 232: ...her drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Ye...

Page 233: ...tes nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medi...

Page 234: ...water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks T...

Page 235: ...BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s...

Page 236: ...time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a s...

Page 237: ...l still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM accessories...

Page 238: ...d The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on...

Page 239: ...king but this is normal This warning light will come on to let you know if there s a problem with your traction control system See Traction Control System TCS Warning Light on page 3 39 When this warn...

Page 240: ...ys under Radio with CD on page 3 85 for programming instructions Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for more information Trac...

Page 241: ...tion control button located on the steering wheel If you press the TC button once the traction control system will turn off and the traction control system warning light will come on If you press the...

Page 242: ...ll be on The traction engaged symbol will be displayed temporarily in the DIC and a chime will be heard Limited Slip Rear Axle If your vehicle has this feature your limited slip rear axle can give you...

Page 243: ...r Traction Control System TCS CTS V on page 4 10 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the StabiliTrak activates the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to s...

Page 244: ...n wet ice you will understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are i...

Page 245: ...ese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space...

Page 246: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a...

Page 247: ...ur shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of th...

Page 248: ...ced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces beca...

Page 249: ...less trouble adjusting to night But if you are driving do not wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily bli...

Page 250: ...the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid Replace your win...

Page 251: ...deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If yo...

Page 252: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See...

Page 253: ...e a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the...

Page 254: ...y Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before sta...

Page 255: ...the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventil...

Page 256: ...d then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go down hills The most important thing...

Page 257: ...scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will...

Page 258: ...riving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Traction control improves your ability to accelerate when dr...

Page 259: ...oads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard...

Page 260: ...u and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And chec...

Page 261: ...r so until help comes If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast...

Page 262: ...hat may free your vehicle If that does not get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 37 Loading Your Vehicle It is ver...

Page 263: ...n pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 58 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 66 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tell...

Page 264: ...luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces t...

Page 265: ...acity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label f...

Page 266: ...heavy load you should spread it out Do not carry more than 132 lbs 60 kg in the trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum fron...

Page 267: ...o not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Service o...

Page 268: ...ions Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you ll want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4...

Page 269: ...transmission or in NEUTRAL for a manual transmission 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing...

Page 270: ...NOTES 4 40...

Page 271: ...c Clutch 5 27 Engine Coolant 5 28 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 30 Engine Overheating 5 30 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 32 Cooling System 5 33 Power Steering Fluid 5 38 Windshield...

Page 272: ...anel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 96 Wood Panels 5 96 Speaker Covers 5 97 Care of Safety Belts 5 97 Weatherstrips 5 97 Washing Your Vehicle 5 97 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 97 Finish Care 5...

Page 273: ...l and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle...

Page 274: ...rong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want to do some of your own service work you will want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to se...

Page 275: ...e octane rating is less than 87 you may notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knock If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possib...

Page 276: ...ditional information California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications See the underhood emissi...

Page 277: ...d rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl ma...

Page 278: ...ended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door o...

Page 279: ...iagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 41 The Check Ga...

Page 280: ...ill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Und...

Page 281: ...instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever The lever is located under the front edge of the grille near the center Move the release lever to the s...

Page 282: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3 6L V6 engine 2 8L V6 engine similar you will see the following 5 12...

Page 283: ...5 38 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 16 G Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 16 H Brake Master Cylinder Rese...

Page 284: ...When you open the hood on the 6 0L V8 CTS V you will see the following 5 14...

Page 285: ...ter on page 3 29 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 16 G Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 38 H Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir...

Page 286: ...is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level gr...

Page 287: ...fications on page 5 114 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be dama...

Page 288: ...equires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M SAE 5W 30 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle These number...

Page 289: ...se only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result...

Page 290: ...meet this GM standard You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M Notice If you use oils that do not have the GM4718M Standard designation you can cause engine damage not c...

Page 291: ...s filled at the factory with a Mobil 1 synthetic oil which meets all requirements for your vehicle Substitute Engine Oil When adding oil to maintain engine oil level oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M ma...

Page 292: ...is ever reset accidentally you must change your oil at 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Engine Oil Lif...

Page 293: ...containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the o...

Page 294: ...wing 1 Remove the two screws located on the sides of the cover 2 Lift the cover off 3 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 15 for the cor...

Page 295: ...to Reset the Change Transmission Fluid Message and the Transmission Fluid Indicator After the transmission fluid has been changed the Change Trans Fluid message and the transmission fluid life indica...

Page 296: ...too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine part or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause...

Page 297: ...lutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid will not correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Ch...

Page 298: ...25 000 miles 41 500 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle What to Use Use a mixture of one...

Page 299: ...e Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out a...

Page 300: ...it is hand tight and fully seated Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and...

Page 301: ...on page 5 32 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repair...

Page 302: ...the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This operating mod...

Page 303: ...gine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant...

Page 304: ...fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine...

Page 305: ...can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if y...

Page 306: ...tank add coolant as follows 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn th...

Page 307: ...this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD FROID line...

Page 308: ...wer steering fluid do the following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean r...

Page 309: ...ymbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructio...

Page 310: ...top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remo...

Page 311: ...ell or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral...

Page 312: ...d result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes...

Page 313: ...ber shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related acce...

Page 314: ...t could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground b...

Page 315: ...g unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And...

Page 316: ...connect a negative cable to the ECM ECM mounting bracket or any cables that attach to the ECM bracket you may damage the ECM Always attach the negative cable to your vehicle s remote negative ground...

Page 317: ...and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not...

Page 318: ...es not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at leas...

Page 319: ...attery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the...

Page 320: ...nd Lubricants on page 6 13 Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However if the vehicle i...

Page 321: ...uld be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg sitting on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated The spare tire is in its original location in the vehicle...

Page 322: ...ow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface 7 Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly The adjustment...

Page 323: ...vice any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them Your vehicle may have HID headlamps After your vehicle s HID headlamp bulb has...

Page 324: ...ulb socket from the housing by turning the bulb socket one quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by lifting the two plastic clips 5 Pull the old bulb from the b...

Page 325: ...the bulb socket out of the lamp reflector 8 Pull the old bulb from the bulb socket keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out 9 Install a new bulb 10 Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly...

Page 326: ...Lamp W5WLL Rear Sidemarker Lamp 2825 L W5WL For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracki...

Page 327: ...e arm Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty Do not allow the wi...

Page 328: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious i...

Page 329: ...you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle All season tires provide good overall performance on most surfaces but they may not offer the traction you would like or the same level of performance...

Page 330: ...ode indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT Department...

Page 331: ...The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure nee...

Page 332: ...bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load range and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load car...

Page 333: ...4 32 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 Intended Outboa...

Page 334: ...Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes ca...

Page 335: ...the tire You can just keep on driving The tire can operate effectively with no air pressure for up to 65 miles 105 km at speeds up to 55 mph 90 km h The shorter the distance you drive and the slower...

Page 336: ...signed to last for 10 years under normal driving conditions See your dealer if you ever need to have a wheel replaced or if the sensors ever need replacement Notice Using liquid sealants can damage th...

Page 337: ...additional information regarding the compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire CTS Only on page 5 93 How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tir...

Page 338: ...es These high performance tires require inflation pressure adjustment when driving your vehicle at speeds of 130 mph 209 km h or higher with occupants and cargo weighing 600 lbs 272 kg up to 882 lbs 4...

Page 339: ...isplays If a low tire pressure condition is detected the TPMS will display the Check Tire Pressure message on the DIC or message center and at the same time illuminate the low tire pressure warning sy...

Page 340: ...re and wheel positions If it takes longer than two minutes to match the first tire and wheel or more than five minutes to match all four tire and wheel positions the matching process stops and you wil...

Page 341: ...message center and the system detects a missing or inoperable sensor an error message of several dashes will be shown on the message center display If you have replaced a tire and wheel assembly witho...

Page 342: ...tion is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 When rotating your tires always use the correct rotatio...

Page 343: ...n emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire CTS Only on page 5 84 Wh...

Page 344: ...he tires have an all season tread design the TPC spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 5 60 for additional information Winter tires with the same sp...

Page 345: ...is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 for more information about the Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Different S...

Page 346: ...requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlle...

Page 347: ...dup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overal...

Page 348: ...h you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or o...

Page 349: ...ive slowly re adjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Lifting Your Vehicle...

Page 350: ...the jack and be sure to use the correct lifting points to avoid damaging your vehicle Notice Lifting your vehicle improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your wa...

Page 351: ...front wheel well 2 Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle 3 Lift the vehicle with the jack making sure the jack is centered on the front lifting point Lifting From the Rear...

Page 352: ...lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehic...

Page 353: ...ing capabilities will be reduced during severe maneuvers If you drive too fast you could lose control of your vehicle You or others could be injured Do not drive over 55 mph 90 km h when the low tire...

Page 354: ...l place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or RE...

Page 355: ...tion will tell you next how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools CTS Only The equipment you will need is in the trunk To gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipm...

Page 356: ...move it Then remove the jack and wheel wrench 3 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire CTS Only on page 5 93 for more information about the compact spare tire 4 The tools you will be usi...

Page 357: ...the wrench off the lug nut for each turn 2 Find the jacking location using the diagram above and corresponding hoisting notches located in the plastic molding The notches in the plastic molding are m...

Page 358: ...e slips off the jack Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the veh...

Page 359: ...ad fit into the metal flange located behind the triangle on the plastic molding as shown 6 Put the compact spare tire near you 7 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehic...

Page 360: ...cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might c...

Page 361: ...iginal equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 114 for wh...

Page 362: ...ck a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After...

Page 363: ...o 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience Of course it is best to replace the spare wi...

Page 364: ...damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spra...

Page 365: ...th a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For soils always try to r...

Page 366: ...o clean your vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Never use shoe polish on your leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Sur...

Page 367: ...way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong...

Page 368: ...rfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new ke...

Page 369: ...s only Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Notice If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wa...

Page 370: ...ody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every sprin...

Page 371: ...wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and oth...

Page 372: ...ts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your vehicle s engine specifications...

Page 373: ...d is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from sho...

Page 374: ...on location To access the fuses push in the two tabs located on each side of the fuse block cover Then lift the cover off Relays Usage LO SPEED FAN RELAY MINI Low Speed Fan Motor HI SPEED FAN RELAY MI...

Page 375: ...r Clutch IGN 1 RELAY MICRO Ignition Switch ON Wiring Harnesses Usage BODY W H Wiring Harness Connection BODY W H Wiring Harness Connection ENG W H Engine Wiring Harness Connection J Cases Usage R REAR...

Page 376: ...ata Link FLASHER Turn Signal Hazard Flasher Module ECM Electronic Control Module Fuses Usage STRG CTLS Steering Wheel Control Pad Headlamp Switch HTR VLV CLTCH Clutch Switch Normal Closed Clutch Switc...

Page 377: ...tch FOG LAMP Fog Lamps OUTLET Center Console Accessory Power Outlet POST 02 Driver s and Passenger s Side Oxygen Sensors LRPDB Pusher Cooling Fan Relay I P OUTLET Instrument Panel Accessory Power Outl...

Page 378: ...it carefully you could damage the fuse center Avoid contact between the rear seat and the fuse center whenever you remove or reinstall the rear seat To remove the rear seat cushion do the following 1...

Page 379: ...e not twisted To reinstall the rear seat cushion do the following 1 Position the seat cushion so that you can route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion 2 Slide the rear of th...

Page 380: ...s Usage SPARE Not Used SPARE Not Used AUDIO Radio OnStar Module SPARE Not Used REAR DR MOD Rear Door Modules SPARE Not Used DRIVER DR MOD Driver s Door Module BAS Taillamps Center High Mounted Stoplam...

Page 381: ...R FAN Pusher Fan Export Only L POSITION RELAY MICRO Driver s Side Position Lamp TRK DR REL SOL RELAY MICRO Trunk Release Motor Relays Usage REV LAMP RELAY MICRO ISRVM Inside Rearview Mirror License Pl...

Page 382: ...runk Lamp POWER SOUNDER Power Sounder Inclination Sensor SPARE Not Used CANISTER VENT Canister Vent Solenoid FUEL PUMP MTR Fuel Pump Motor SPARE Not Used R FRT HTD SEAT MOD Passenger s Side Heated Sea...

Page 383: ...oof Module Relays Usage SPARE Not Used REAR DEFOG RELAY MINI Rear Window Defogger SPARE Not Used REAR FOG LAMP RLY MICRO Rear Fog Lamps Export Only Relays Usage FUEL PUMP MOTOR RLY MICRO Fuel Pump Mot...

Page 384: ...1 L 3 6L HFV6 12 1 qt 11 8 L 6 0L V8 13 4 qt 12 7 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 8L HFV6 6 0 qt 5 7 L 3 6L HFV6 6 0 qt 5 7 L 6 0L V8 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank 17 5 gal 66 2 L Transmission Automatic 9 5 qt 9...

Page 385: ...Speed Manual 0 043 inches 1 1 mm 3 6L HFV6 7 Automatic 6 Speed Manual 0 043 inches 1 1 mm 6 0L V8 U 6 Speed Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm CTS V Engine Data Engine Horsepower Torque Displacement Compress...

Page 386: ...NOTES 5 116...

Page 387: ...intenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 8 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 10 At Least Once a Month 6 10 At Least Once a Year 6 11 Recommended Fluids an...

Page 388: ...ry to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenanc...

Page 389: ...n label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 32 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Main...

Page 390: ...nd at this time the system must be reset Your GM Goodwrench dealer has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life syst...

Page 391: ...ures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 72 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 10 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washe...

Page 392: ...0 000 166 000 125 000 207 500 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Fi...

Page 393: ...e rear axle fluid severe service only See footnotes l and m CTS V Only Change brake fluid severe service only See footnote l Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system servi...

Page 394: ...acking Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and...

Page 395: ...checked Add fluid if needed l Change fluid if the vehicle is used for high performance operation m Change fluid whenever the vehicle has been driven for 3 000 miles 5 000 km with the transmission tem...

Page 396: ...28 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a Month...

Page 397: ...alfway and try to start the engine The vehicle should start only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the floor If the vehicle starts when the clutch is not pushed all the way down cont...

Page 398: ...re is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill...

Page 399: ...standard may be identified as synthetic and should also be identified with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol However not all synthetic API oils with the...

Page 400: ...3 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 12378261 in Canada 10953455 meeti...

Page 401: ...rs Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25728874 A2029C Engine Oil Filter 2 8L V6 and 3 6L V6 25177917 PF2129 6 0L V8 88984215 PF46 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 25740404 CF133 Spark Plugs 2 8 L HFV6...

Page 402: ...rd the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks an...

Page 403: ...Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17...

Page 404: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18...

Page 405: ...oadside Service 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 10 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United...

Page 406: ...TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 24 hours a d...

Page 407: ...e Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally b...

Page 408: ...States only Refer to the web for updated information To register your vehicle visit www MyGMLink com United States or My GM Canada within www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephon...

Page 409: ...tance General Motors of Canada Limited Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 888 446 2000 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TT...

Page 410: ...is more than an auto club or towing service It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and where available a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provid...

Page 411: ...will arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership Reaching Roadside Service Dial the toll free Roadside Service number 1 800 882 1112 A Roadside Service Advisor will assist you an...

Page 412: ...t them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day...

Page 413: ...coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty...

Page 414: ...sition vehicle speed safety belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance and the severity of a collision This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improv...

Page 415: ...d for repair These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior accidents In most cases the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A recycled orig...

Page 416: ...Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right If you are uninjured make sure that no one else in your vehicle or the...

Page 417: ...u have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that y...

Page 418: ...lved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or...

Page 419: ...write Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre 163 005 General Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals...

Page 420: ...Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications...

Page 421: ...enna System 3 104 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 104 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 39 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 98 Care of...

Page 422: ...nt 5 53 Back Up and License Plate Lamps 5 55 Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps 5 54 Bulb Replacement cont Halogen Bulbs 5 53 Headlamp Aiming 5 50 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 5 53 Replacement B...

Page 423: ...hing Your Vehicle 5 97 Weatherstrips 5 97 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 98 Wood Panels 5 96 Climate Control System Air Filter Passenger Compartment 3 29 Dual 3 23 Outlet Adjustment 3 28 Steering Wheel...

Page 424: ...rk 5 4 Door Central Door Unlocking System 2 9 Delayed Locking 2 9 Locks 2 8 Power Door Locks 2 9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 10 Rear Door Security Locks 2 10 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 15 D...

Page 425: ...otection Operating Mode 5 32 Overheating 5 30 Speed Limiter 3 33 Starting 2 25 Entry Lighting 3 21 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 10 Extender Safety Belt 1 28 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 3 20 F Filter...

Page 426: ...3 17 Headlamps cont Flash to Pass 3 10 Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps 5 54 Halogen Bulbs 5 53 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 5 53 High Low Beam Changer 3 10 On Reminder 3 17 Washer 3 12 Wiper...

Page 427: ...ck Brake System Warning 3 39 Brake System Warning 3 38 Charging System 3 37 Cruise Control 3 46 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 40 Fog Lamp 3 45 Highbeam On 3 46 Lights On Reminder 3 45 Malfuncti...

Page 428: ...Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 13 Maintenance Schedule cont Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using 6 3 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 4...

Page 429: ...3 52 Online Owner Center 7 4 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 2 43 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 28 Outside Convex Mirror 2 43 Curb View Assist Mirror 2 42 Heated Mirrors 2 43 Power Mi...

Page 430: ...Belts 1 22 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar 2 39 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar and Compass 2 39 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 13 Reconfigura...

Page 431: ...aintenance 6 4 Seats Head Restraints 1 7 Heated Seats 1 4 Manual 1 2 Memory 2 52 Seats cont Power Lumbar 1 3 Power Seats 1 3 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Split Folding Rear Seat 1 8 Securing a Child Restra...

Page 432: ...50 Cupholder s 2 49 Glove Box 2 49 Map Pocket 2 49 Roof Rack Provisions 2 50 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 31 Sun Visors 2 18 Sunroof 2 51 System Controls DIC 3 53 T Tachometer 3 33 Taillamps Turn...

Page 433: ...When It Is Time for New Tires 5 73 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 37 Towing a Trailer 4 39 Your Vehicle 4 37 Traction Control System TCS 4 9 4 10 Control System Warning Light 3 39 Limited Slip Rear Axl...

Page 434: ...es 3 61 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 77 Different Size 5 75 Replacement 5 77 Where to Put the Rest...

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