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Fuses

Usage

RDO/ONSTAR

Radio, OnStar

®

INT LAMP

Interior Lamps

LT TRN/LDW

Left Turn Signal, Lane Departure
Warning (Option)

REAR DEFOG

Rear Defogger

REAR/FOG

Rear Fog Lamps (Option)

RIM

Rear Integration Module

RIM /RPA

/ISRVM /CLM

Rear Integration Module, Rear
Parking Aid, Inside Rearview Mirror,
Column Lock Module, Power
Sounder, Active Front Steering
(AFS), Supervisory Control Module

RUN/CRNK

UHBEC Run, CRNK Relay Coil,
Rear Fog Lamp Relay Coil

S/ROOF

Sun Roof Module (Option)

SPARE

Spare

STOP LAMPS

Stop Lamps

RT TRN/SZBA

Right Turn Signal, Side Blind Zone
Alert (Option)

Relays

Usage

DIFF PUMP

Rear Differential Pump (Option)

FUEL PUMP

Fuel Pump

INT LAMP

Interior Lamps

REAR DEFOG

Rear Defogger

REAR/FOG

Rear Fog Lamps (Option)

RUN/CRNK

Ignition 1

SPARE

Spare

STOP LAMP

Stop Lamp

Circuit

Breakers

Usage

WINDOW

MTRS

Power Window Motors Circuit
Breaker

Diodes

Usage

TRUNK DIODE Trunk Release

Joint

Connector

Usage

J/C

Splice Pack (Blue)

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Summary of Contents for 2009 STS

Page 1: ...System 2 53 Storage Areas 2 60 Sunroof 2 60 Vehicle Personalization 2 61 Instrument Panel 3 1 Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 Climate Controls 3 48 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 55 Driver Inform...

Page 2: ...entification 5 112 Electrical System 5 113 Capacities and Specifications 5 124 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 Maintenance Schedule 6 2 Customer Assistance Information 7 1 Customer Assistance and Information...

Page 3: ...atures and controls Pictures symbols and words work together to explain vehicle operation Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can...

Page 4: ...that could hurt you or other people Cautions tell what the hazard is and what to do to avoid or reduce the hazard Read these cautions A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle Notice...

Page 5: ...s 1 35 Where to Put the Restraint 1 37 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 45 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Posi...

Page 6: ...seatback See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 4 If the vehicle has the memory feature you can program and recall memory settings for seat positions See Memory Seat Mirrors and Steering Wheel on pag...

Page 7: ...est bar shows the high range and the shortest bar shows the low range The heated seat will automatically shut off when the vehicle is turned off Heated and Ventilated Seats On vehicles with this featu...

Page 8: ...ining seatbacks Use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of the seat to operate them To recline the seatback press the control toward the rear of the vehicle To raise the seatb...

Page 9: ...ot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the...

Page 10: ...nsole Pressing this button will turn the heated seat on at the highest setting Each press of the button will decrease the seat temperature or turn the seat off The light indicates which setting the se...

Page 11: ...jured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passenger s are restrained properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to...

Page 12: ...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 safety belts they could have been badly hurt or k...

Page 13: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 9...

Page 14: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 10...

Page 15: ...ng a safety belt or not But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted And you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you...

Page 16: ...for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the...

Page 17: ...the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The sho...

Page 18: ...o loose It will not give 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 The sho...

Page 19: ...tection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal in...

Page 20: ...an 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 on the pelvic bones This could cause s...

Page 21: ...red if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and...

Page 22: ...houlder 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 force to the ribs which are not a...

Page 23: ...sh you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then...

Page 24: ...ss the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work...

Page 25: ...s happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If you ever pull the shoulder portion of a passenger belt out all the way you may engage the child restra...

Page 26: ...ry to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants 6 This safety belt has a feature that will reduce the tension of the safety belt on t...

Page 27: ...of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of t...

Page 28: ...ctivate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 67 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guide...

Page 29: ...he 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 cord must be under the belt and the guide on...

Page 30: ...4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edge...

Page 31: ...r pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Safety Belt Extender If the safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt i...

Page 32: ...oes the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear safety belt comfort guide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 21 for more informat...

Page 33: ...ety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 21 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint sy...

Page 34: ...properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap...

Page 35: ...angled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Airb...

Page 36: ...rash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg infant will suddenly become a 240 lb 110...

Page 37: ...ver put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you mus...

Page 38: ...e a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular ch...

Page 39: ...uld cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems A rea...

Page 40: ...n the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of injury the...

Page 41: ...Within the Child Restraint CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Secure the child properly following the instructio...

Page 42: ...will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you sec...

Page 43: ...ust also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATC...

Page 44: ...ither will have a single attachment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others requ...

Page 45: ...or Seating positions with two lower anchors To assist you in locating the lower anchors each seating position with lower anchors has two labels near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushio...

Page 46: ...cident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 37 for additional information Securing a Child Res...

Page 47: ...nt has been installed Notice Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle s safety belts This may damage these parts If necessary move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attac...

Page 48: ...t 2 4 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and...

Page 49: ...H on page 1 39 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instru...

Page 50: ...o the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retra...

Page 51: ...pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is at...

Page 52: ...ough it is turned off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front...

Page 53: ...rned off the right front passenger frontal airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when the vehicle is started See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...

Page 54: ...houlder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your kne...

Page 55: ...d the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the right front passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the right front passenger All of the airbags in your vehicle...

Page 56: ...ety belts Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person CAUTION Airbags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye Anyone...

Page 57: ...rotection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 28 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 31 There is an a...

Page 58: ...airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Sid...

Page 59: ...flating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not use s...

Page 60: ...a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the airbags could in...

Page 61: ...the airbag module Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel For vehicles with seat mounted side impact airbags there are airbag modules in the side of the front...

Page 62: ...windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems...

Page 63: ...nicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer retailer for service Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sen...

Page 64: ...ear 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 airbag inflates This is because the...

Page 65: ...raint manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1 47 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indica...

Page 66: ...emove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position then sit upright...

Page 67: ...dditional material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates We recommend that...

Page 68: ...ey are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Ve...

Page 69: ...erly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 59 If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone n...

Page 70: ...safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 57 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 118 Airbags The airbag system does...

Page 71: ...y belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If the vehicle has the LATCH syste...

Page 72: ...NOTES 1 68...

Page 73: ...n 2 24 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 25 New Vehicle Break In 2 25 Ignition Positions 2 26 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 27 Starting the Engine 2 27 Engine Coolant Heater 2 29 Automatic Transm...

Page 74: ...Star System 2 50 Universal Home Remote System 2 53 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 2 54 Storage Areas 2 60 Glove Box 2 60 Cupholders 2 60 Center Console Storage 2 60 Conven...

Page 75: ...jured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The windows will function with the keyless access transmitter in the vehicle and they could be...

Page 76: ...y contact Cadillac Roadside Assistance See Roadside Service on page 7 7 Keyless Access System The Keyless Access System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC R...

Page 77: ...The Keyless Access System transmitter functions will work up to 195 feet 60 m away from the vehicle The Keyless Access System lets you lock and unlock the doors without removing the remote transmitter...

Page 78: ...reverses and the horn sounds See Express Window Anti Pinch Feature under Power Windows on page 2 19 for more information See Lights Flash at Lock and Horn Chirps at Lock under Vehicle Personalization...

Page 79: ...page 2 77 and Vehicle Personalization on page 2 61 Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only keyless access transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a r...

Page 80: ...d transmitter to complete the process 9 To program additional transmitters repeat Step 6 Press Acc on the ignition switch if programming is complete Programming without a Recognized Transmitter This p...

Page 81: ...8 The DIC displays OFF ACC TO LEARN again 9 Press Acc on the ignition switch 10 Steps 7 8 and 9 will be repeated two more times 11 A beep sounds and the DIC reads READY FOR FOB 1 All previously known...

Page 82: ...d Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible Change the transmitter battery if the DIC displays KEY FOB BATTERY LOW Battery Replacement Notice When replacing the battery do not touch any of t...

Page 83: ...parking lamps will turn on and remain on while the vehicle is running 3 If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven repeat these steps while the engine is still running to exten...

Page 84: ...e started using the keyless access with pushbutton start feature if the engine needs to be restarted See Starting the Engine on page 2 27 for more information regarding the keyless ignition The remote...

Page 85: ...an help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside Pull the door handle If you have the keyless access transmitter the vehicle recognizes the t...

Page 86: ...lso pre programmed to unlock every time the shift lever is moved into P Park The power door locks can be programmed through the radio display The radio display allows you to choose various lock and un...

Page 87: ...ch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be s...

Page 88: ...n on page 2 5 The vehicle must be in P Park or N Neutral and the valet mode turned off Squeeze the trunk release button located on the rear of the trunk lid above the license plate If the vehicle is l...

Page 89: ...oor To open the trunk lid pull the emergency trunk release handle located in the trunk on the other side of the door opening See Emergency Trunk Release Handle following Emergency Trunk Release Handle...

Page 90: ...e with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a ve...

Page 91: ...vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows The power window switches are located on the armrest nea...

Page 92: ...sed Repeat the process for all windows Express Window Anti Pinch Feature If any object is in the path of the window when the express up is active the window will stop at the obstruction and auto rever...

Page 93: ...completely it reverses and the horn chirps See Anti Pinch Feature previously The engine must be off to operate this feature Sun Visors Swing down the visor or detach it from the center mount and move...

Page 94: ...hould turn off the theft deterrent system is armed If Passive Arming is activated through the vehicle personalization feature the system will arm automatically after you close the door and take at lea...

Page 95: ...123 If the fuse does not need to be replaced you may need to have your vehicle serviced To reduce the possibility of theft always arm the Theft Deterrent system when leaving your vehicle Do not leave...

Page 96: ...her than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Immobilizer Operation The vehicle has a passive theft deterrent system The system is automatically armed when the...

Page 97: ...ansmitter s to Your Vehicle under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2 5 Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Starting and Operatin...

Page 98: ...n page 3 79 for more information 9 Acc OFF ACCESSORY Press to turn the engine off in any gear If the shifter is in P Park RAP will engage if all doors are closed RAP will turn off when a front door is...

Page 99: ...n to work Cell phone chargers can interfere with the operation of the Keyless Access System Battery chargers should not be plugged in when starting or turning off the engine To start the vehicle do th...

Page 100: ...anking motor to cool down When the engine starts let go of the accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing This clears the extra gasoline from the engine The vehic...

Page 101: ...have an internal thermostat in the cord which will prevent engine coolant heater operation at temperatures above 0 F 18 C To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unw...

Page 102: ...rk with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You o...

Page 103: ...utral only You can also use N Neutral when the vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake...

Page 104: ...ing and acceleration 2 Press the shift lever forward to upshift or rearward to downshift When using the DSC mode the number displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC indicates the gear that the t...

Page 105: ...should come on If it does not you need to have the vehicle serviced See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 62 for more information To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down then push th...

Page 106: ...ushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle Release the button 3 With your foot still holding the brake pedal down set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 33 for more inform...

Page 107: ...ry mode and the brake pedal is applied The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage less than 9 volt battery See Jump Starting on page 5 42 for more in...

Page 108: ...m leaks due to corrosion or damage CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued The vehicle s exhaust system has been modified damaged or improperly repaired There are holes or openings in the vehicle body fro...

Page 109: ...to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running un...

Page 110: ...or off Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle i...

Page 111: ...be placed in calibration mode manually by pressing and holding O until a C is shown in the compass display Compass Variance The mirror is set to zone eight If you do not live in zone eight or drive o...

Page 112: ...The preferred mirror positions can be stored with the memory option See Memory Seat Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2 77 Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through car w...

Page 113: ...rive to R Reverse occur during a parallel parking maneuver If the outside mirror selector switch is in the middle position neither outside mirror will move Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA If the vehicle ha...

Page 114: ...not replace driver vision It cannot detect objects that are below the bumper underneath the vehicle or if they are too close or far from the vehicle children pedestrians bicyclists or pets CAUTION Con...

Page 115: ...lso be within 5 feet 1 5 m from the rear bumper This distance may be less during warmer or humid weather A single beep will sound the first time an object is detected between 20 inches 0 5 m and 5 fee...

Page 116: ...s on a very large truck If the system is still disabled after driving forward at least 15 mph 25 km h take the vehicle to your dealer retailer Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA For vehicles with the SBZA sys...

Page 117: ...detects a vehicle in the side blind zone amber SBZA displays will light up in the side mirrors This indicates that it may be unsafe to change lanes Before making a lane change always check the SBZA di...

Page 118: ...key located on the navigation radio then press I See Configure Menu in the index of the Navigation System manual The symbol will be highlighted when the feature is active If SBZA is disabled by the d...

Page 119: ...IDE BLIND ZONE ALERT ON option will not be selectable if the conditions for normal system operation are not met Until normal operating conditions for SBZA are met you should not rely upon SBZA while d...

Page 120: ...ed LDW will indicate the system is working whenever it detects either the left or right lane marking So if you depart on the side of the lane that LDW is not detecting LDW will not warn you If you do...

Page 121: ...ht lane marking This symbol will change to amber and flash and three beeps will sound if you cross a detected lane marking without using the turn signal LDW is not currently operating and will not war...

Page 122: ...gation service with one trial route is available on most vehicles Press the OnStar button to have an OnStar advisor contact Roadside Service OnStar service is provided subject to the OnStar Terms and...

Page 123: ...Driving Directions Advisor delivered RideAssist Information and Convenience Services OnStar Hands Free Calling OnStar Hands Free Calling allows eligible OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls us...

Page 124: ...wner s Guide for more information How OnStar Service Works The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle information This information is automatically sent to an OnStar Call Center when the OnStar...

Page 125: ...the OnStar button to confirm that the OnStar equipment is active Universal Home Remote System The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand held Radio Frequency RF transm...

Page 126: ...er model manufactured before April 1 1982 Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available...

Page 127: ...side buttons at the same time for one to two seconds and immediately release them 2 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button It can usually...

Page 128: ...d Code For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote System call 1 866 572 2728 or go to learcar2u com Most garage door openers sold before 1996 are Fixed Code units Programming a garage...

Page 129: ...ead dip switch settings can also be used when the original hand held transmitter is not available The panel of switches might not appear exactly as they do in the examples above but they should be sim...

Page 130: ...Universal Home Remote when completing Step 4 3 From inside your vehicle first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds Release the buttons to put the Universal Home Rem...

Page 131: ...button in Step 6 than what was used for the garage door opener Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while th...

Page 132: ...Sunroof If the vehicle has a power sunroof the switches are located on the overhead console To open or close the sunroof the ignition must be on or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active See Reta...

Page 133: ...to the two options previously described under the Close feature instructions Do not keep the sunroof open for long periods of time while the vehicle is not in use Debris can collect in the tracks and...

Page 134: ...ess than 6 mph 9 km h To avoid excessive drain on the battery it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press any button on the appropriate keyless access transmitter to identify yourself...

Page 135: ...y following the instructions listed previously under Entering the Personal Settings Menu 2 Turn the tune select knob until DRIVER GREETING is highlighted 3 Press the tune select knob to turn on the DR...

Page 136: ...rk will be cleared and the customized driver greeting is off To change a customized driver greeting after exiting the screen to spell the name turn the driver greeting feature off and then back on KEY...

Page 137: ...of the following features by turning the tune select knob to highlight the feature then pressing the knob to turn it on CLIMATE CONTROL The climate control system will engage when the vehicle is star...

Page 138: ...can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle START BUTTON RECALL If your vehicle has the optional mem...

Page 139: ...g the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle AUTO EXIT COLUMN If your vehicle has the optional memory package you will have this feature When this fea...

Page 140: ...Menu 2 Turn the tune select knob until LIGHTS FLASH AT UNLOCK is highlighted 3 Press the tune select knob to switch back and forth between on and off When the mode is turned on a check mark will appea...

Page 141: ...e available on your vehicle EXT Exterior LIGHTS AT UNLOCK This feature turns on the exterior lamps when the keyless access transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle The lamps will remain on for about...

Page 142: ...ress the tune select 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 The mode you selected is now set You can either exit...

Page 143: ...nstructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle DRIVER UNLOCK AT OFF This feature allows the driver s door to automatically unlock when the ignition is turned o...

Page 144: ...tions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle DRIVER UNLOCK IN PARK The feature allows the driver s door to automatically unlock when the transmission is shifted in...

Page 145: ...next feature available on your vehicle KEYLESS FT Front DOOR UNLOCK This feature automatically unlocks the appropriate front door when you approach the vehicle with the keyless access transmitter and...

Page 146: ...rogram the next feature available on your vehicle LOCK DELAY This feature delays the locking of the vehicle s doors for eight seconds after a power door lock switch or the lock button on the keyless a...

Page 147: ...not be able to open the door even with a transmitter in the vehicle You may temporarily disable the passive door locking feature by pressing the door unlock switch for three seconds on an open door Pa...

Page 148: ...mode is turned on a check mark will appear next to the feature name The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or pro...

Page 149: ...e available on your vehicle by pressing the F6 BACK button located on the radio to return to the PERSONAL SETTINGS MENU Exiting the Personal Settings Menu Once you have finished making your selections...

Page 150: ...using voice recognition if your vehicle has this feature See Voice Recognition in the Index of the Navigation System manual for more information Entering the Driver Selection Submenu To enter the mem...

Page 151: ...like to recall or store exit settings for the selected driver see RECALL EXIT SETTINGS or STORE EXIT SETTINGS later in this section RECALL DRIVER SETTINGS To recall driver settings 1 Enter the memory...

Page 152: ...ade to the HUD audio system and climate controls while driving will be automatically stored when the ignition is turned off 5 Repeat the procedure for a second driver by programming the other driver n...

Page 153: ...ror position button If you would like the stored exit positions to be recalled when your vehicle is in P Park the vehicle is off and the driver s door is opened see AUTO EXIT SEAT and AUTO EXIT COLUMN...

Page 154: ...NOTES 2 82...

Page 155: ...tinel 3 38 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 3 40 Instrument Panel Brightness 3 40 Entry Lighting 3 41 Parade Dimming 3 41 Reading Lamps 3 41 Battery Load Management 3 41 Electric Power Management 3 42...

Page 156: ...er 3 70 Cruise Control Light 3 70 Highbeam On Light 3 70 Fuel Gage 3 71 Driver Information Center DIC 3 72 DIC Operation and Displays 3 72 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 79 Other Messages 3 96 Audio Syst...

Page 157: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 158: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 159: ...Cluster on page 3 56 E Windshield Wipers on page 3 13 F Audio System s on page 3 97 Navigation Radio System on page 3 116 If Equipped G Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 131 If Equipped Adaptiv...

Page 160: ...trouble Press again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on the turn signals do not work Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Pow...

Page 161: ...wheel Press to turn the heated steering wheel on or off A light on the button displays when the feature is turned on The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating Turn Signal Multifun...

Page 162: ...returns to its starting position when it is released If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Have the bulbs replaced If t...

Page 163: ...perates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following tw...

Page 164: ...you are following a vehicle too closely that is ahead of you FCA may not provide you with enough time to avoid a collision FCA is not designed to warn the driver of pedestrians or animals Your complet...

Page 165: ...Adaptive Cruise Control switch is on If you press another Adaptive Cruise Control button you might go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Be careful not to...

Page 166: ...e conditions Do not use FCA when the radar is blocked by snow ice or dirt Keep your radar clean See Cleaning the System under Adaptive Cruise Control on page 3 20 CAUTION FCA may not detect and warn s...

Page 167: ...ing Lamps DRL mode the high beam headlamps will turn on They will stay on as long as the lever is held there Release the lever to turn them off If the headlamps are in high beam mode they will switch...

Page 168: ...is feature the moisture sensor is mounted on the interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror It is used to automatically operate the wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture build up...

Page 169: ...asher The windshield washer button is located at the end of the windshield wiper lever on the right side of the steering column K Washer Fluid Press and hold to spray windshield washer fluid on the wi...

Page 170: ...elow about 25 mph 40 km h If the brakes are applied the cruise control shuts off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use the cruise contro...

Page 171: ...cancel cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cru...

Page 172: ...trol There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press T at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal The vehicle will...

Page 173: ...upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle s speed When going downhill you might have...

Page 174: ...tem It allows you to keep cruise control engaged in moderate traffic conditions without having to constantly be reset Adaptive Cruise Control uses radar to detect a vehicle directly ahead in your path...

Page 175: ...arning beep and alert symbol may indicate that you are driving in conditions where Adaptive Cruise Control should not be used See Alerting the Driver in this section On slippery roads fast changes in...

Page 176: ...se control Engaging Adaptive Cruise Control With the Set Button CAUTION If you leave your Adaptive Cruise Control switch on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when...

Page 177: ...his symbol appears on the Head Up Display HUD to indicate that Adaptive Cruise Control is active The number indicates the set speed See Head Up Display HUD on page 3 43 for more information Make sure...

Page 178: ...icle will not reach the set speed until the system determines there is no vehicle in front of you At that point your vehicle speed will increase to the set speed Decreasing Set Speed While Using Adapt...

Page 179: ...The follow distance selection ranges from near to far one second to two seconds follow time The distance maintained for a selected follow distance varies based on vehicle speed The faster the vehicle...

Page 180: ...ected in the system See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 79 for more information See Defensive Driving on page 4 2 CAUTION Adaptive Cruise Control has only limited braking ability to slow your vehi...

Page 181: ...apply limited braking if necessary When braking is active your brake lights come on It may feel or sound different than if you were applying the brakes yourself This is normal Stationary or Very Slow...

Page 182: ...rmation If Adaptive Cruise Control was braking when the HUD is turned off the braking will continue briefly Passing a Vehicle Adaptive Cruise Control Override To increase speed to pass a vehicle use t...

Page 183: ...tra attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves Adaptive Cruise Control might operate differently in a sharp curve It might redu...

Page 184: ...CAUTION Adaptive Cruise Control may lose track of the vehicle ahead and accelerate up to your set speed while entering or on highway exit ramps You could be startled by this acceleration and even los...

Page 185: ...ptive Cruise Control information does not appear on the HUD while the system is not engaged Erasing Set Speed Memory The set speed memory is erased when the Adaptive Cruise Control switch or the ignit...

Page 186: ...atically depending upon how much light is outside of the vehicle The automatic lights may be disabled even if the control is in the AUTO position To enable automatic lighting do any of the following T...

Page 187: ...is enabled Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeam AUTO 3 IntelliBeam On Off Press and release the IntelliBeam button on the inside rear view mirror The indicator on the mirror turns on Once the system ha...

Page 188: ...l is turned back to the AUTO position and the AUTOMATIC LIGHTS ON message displays on the DIC The IntelliBeam system is turned off at the inside rearview mirror The vehicle s speed drops below 15 mph...

Page 189: ...s off To re enable IntelliBeam press the IntelliBeam button on the mirror A different sensitivity setting is available for dealer diagnostics This is done by pushing and holding this button for 20 sec...

Page 190: ...required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system comes on when the following conditions are met It is still daylight and the ignition is on The automatic lights are enabled The transmissi...

Page 191: ...from AUTO to off and back to AUTO An AUTOMATIC LIGHTS OFF message will appear on the DIC showing that automatic lighting has been disabled See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 79 The regular headl...

Page 192: ...to the dot and release it The band will return to its original position If the high beam headlamps are turned on the fog lamps will turn off The fog lamps will come back on when the high beam headlam...

Page 193: ...ion See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 40 for more information You can idle the vehicle with the lamps off even when it is dark outside First set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF...

Page 194: ...battery saver does not work if the headlamps are turned on after the ignition is turned off If you need to leave the lamps on for more than 10 minutes use the exterior lamp control to turn the lamps b...

Page 195: ...nal information Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened For manual operation press the button next to each lamp to...

Page 196: ...ds and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery It does this by balancing the generator s output and the vehicle s electrical needs It can inc...

Page 197: ...following information Speedometer Turn Signal Indicators High Beam Indicator Symbol Driver Shift Control Transmission Feature see Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 30 Check Gages Icon Adapti...

Page 198: ...so it can be seen properly 1 Adjust the seat to a comfortable driving position before adjusting the HUD position 2 Start the engine 3 Adjust the position and brightness of the HUD display The brightn...

Page 199: ...isplays on page 3 72 The Speed Advisor can be set to show a speed alert when the vehicle speed exceeds the speed alert limit as set in the DIC menu Depending on the level of the HUD on the vehicle you...

Page 200: ...Power Outlet s Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone The vehicle has one outlet in front of the center console one in the center console lid...

Page 201: ...htray The ashtray automatically slides open for use To empty the ashtray with the ashtray in full open position locate the release button to the right of the ash receiver and slide it to the right in...

Page 202: ...e the system to heat or cool any faster If the system is set at the warmest temperature setting the system will try to continuously heat the vehicle and will not adjust the system down as the vehicle...

Page 203: ...passenger compartment air filter may need to be replaced For more information see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3 54 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 y N z Air Delivery Mode Press to c...

Page 204: ...lso cause the fan speed and air temperature to increase Air Conditioning Press to turn the air conditioning off Press AUTO to return to automatic operation To limit fogging on the windshield the air c...

Page 205: ...The defogger can also be turned off by turning off the engine The heated outside rearview mirrors also heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror when the rear window defogger is...

Page 206: ...er side to side or up and down Use the thumbwheels to open or close the outlets to adjust the airflow Turn the thumbwheel towards the vehicle door to open the outlets and allow the maximum amount of a...

Page 207: ...kwise to increase or decrease the temperature Air Delivery Mode Control Turn to change the direction of the airflow for the rear seat passengers To change the current mode select one of the following...

Page 208: ...small particles like paper and leaves to be pulled into your climate control system which may cause damage to it Make sure you always replace the old filter with a new one The access panel for the pas...

Page 209: ...t something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gages could prevent injury Warning lights come on when ther...

Page 210: ...er is designed to show how the vehicle is running It shows how fast the vehicle is going how much fuel is being used and many of the other things needed to drive safely and economically United States...

Page 211: ...needs a new odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer Tachometer This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Safety Belt Remind...

Page 212: ...if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion If the passenger safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light comes on Airbag Readiness Light The system checks the airbag s e...

Page 213: ...g Driver Information Center DIC message can also come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 79 for more information Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system...

Page 214: ...o not use a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat if the airbag is turned on CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenge...

Page 215: ...s turned to START but the engine is not running as a check to show it is working If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer The light should go out once the engine starts If it s...

Page 216: ...e is set The light will stay on if the parking brake does not release fully If it stays on after the parking brake is fully released it means there is a brake problem If the light comes on while drivi...

Page 217: ...e System Warning Light on page 3 62 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 79 for all brake related DIC messages Traction Control System TCS Warning...

Page 218: ...e marking is crossed without using a turn signal For more information see the Index in the Navigation Manual Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light The engine coolant temperature warning light comes...

Page 219: ...t For vehicles with a tire pressure light this light comes on briefly when the engine is started and provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System When the Light is...

Page 220: ...D II problem and service is required Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle This system a...

Page 221: ...llowing Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed See Filling the Tank on page 5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel...

Page 222: ...and hold the button down for five seconds The instrument panel including the check engine light will light up and the ignition will be on but the engine will not start press the bottom of the Acc but...

Page 223: ...me on with the ignition on there may be a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop a chime sounds and the light may blink on and off This is...

Page 224: ...e on See Headlamps on Reminder on page 3 36 for more information Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever the cruise control is set The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off Se...

Page 225: ...ngs and Messages on page 3 79 for more information All of the following situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off be...

Page 226: ...or trip odometer information The bottom line of the DIC display also shows the outside temperature on the right side and the shift lever position indicator in the center See Automatic Transmission Ope...

Page 227: ...DIC also has additional vehicle information displays which include engine boost engine oil temperature oil pressure and transmission fluid temperature See MPH km later in this section for more informa...

Page 228: ...button to move the HUD image down To adjust the brightness of the HUD image see Head Up Display HUD on page 3 43 For information on adjusting the instrument panel brightness see Instrument Panel Brig...

Page 229: ...ased on the number of mpg L 100 km recorded since the last time this display was reset To reset MPG AVG press the reset button The display will return to zero MPG INST L 100 km INST This display shows...

Page 230: ...TIMER OFF This display can be used like a stopwatch You can record the time it takes to travel from one point to another To access the timer press the information button until 00 00 00 TIMER OFF disp...

Page 231: ...ler retailer for service ENGINE OIL LIFE If your vehicle has this display it shows the estimated oil life remaining If you see 99 ENGINE OIL LIFE on the display that means that 99 of the current oil l...

Page 232: ...ing the trip Information button Odometer Press the trip information button until the odometer appears on the DIC display The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either mil...

Page 233: ...ssages require action before they can be cleared Take any messages that appear on the display seriously and remember that clearing the messages will only make the messages disappear not correct the pr...

Page 234: ...to allow the battery to recharge The normal battery voltage range is 11 5 to 15 5 volts To monitor battery voltage on the DIC press the information button until BATTERY VOLTS displays BATTERY VOLTAGE...

Page 235: ...and stays on have it checked immediately to determine the cause of this problem To help the generator recharge the battery quickly reduce the load on the electrical system by turning off the accessor...

Page 236: ...ing Information label See Tires on page 5 54 Loading the Vehicle on page 4 24 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 64 The DIC also shows the tire pressure values See DIC Operation and Displays on pag...

Page 237: ...the door is closed completely ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating severe engine damage may occur If an overheat warning appears on the inst...

Page 238: ...retailer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine ENGINE POWER REDUCED This message displays when the engine power is being reduced to protect the engine from damage There could be several m...

Page 239: ...quire service when this message is displayed FUEL LEVEL LOW This symbol appears with this message This message displays and a chime sounds if the fuel level is low Refuel as soon as possible See Fuel...

Page 240: ...ng conditions may cause this message to appear Driver added equipment plugged into the accessory power outlet on the center console is causing interference Examples of these devices are cell phones an...

Page 241: ...he keyless access transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle while you are trying to turn the ignition off Your vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing the keyless access system...

Page 242: ...ngine Oil on page 5 18 for more information Stop the vehicle immediately as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer as s...

Page 243: ...YSTEM This message displays when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer retailer if...

Page 244: ...liTrak option have a stability enhancement system called Enhanced StabiliTrak This message displays if there has been a problem detected with the stability system If this message comes on while drivin...

Page 245: ...ur dealer retailer as soon as possible If the Active Steering system needs service the system may be operating in the Stability Secure Mode and the STABILITY SECURE MODE message will display See Enhan...

Page 246: ...ZA on page 2 44 and DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 72 for more information SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA system this message displays when...

Page 247: ...ition cycle or until the vehicle condition or fault is returned to normal See Enhanced StabiliTrak on page 4 6 for more information STABILITY SYS System ACTIVE This message displays any time the Stabi...

Page 248: ...essage has been displayed StabiliTrak is ready to assist with directional control of the vehicle if needed See StabiliTrak System on page 4 6 for more information STABILITY TOURING MODE If your All Wh...

Page 249: ...ntrol System TCS on page 4 10 for more information TRANS Transmission HOT IDLE ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warn...

Page 250: ...ACCESSORY ACTIVE See Ignition Positions on page 2 26 KNOWN FOB See Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2 5 MAX FOBS LEARNED See Matching Transmitter s...

Page 251: ...e is parked Become familiar with the operation and controls of the audio system Set up the tone speaker adjustments and preset radio stations For more information see Defensive Driving on page 4 2 Not...

Page 252: ...To adjust the date 1 Press w to enter the main menu 2 Turn w until SET DATE displays 3 Press w to select SET DATE 4 Turn w to adjust the date 5 Press w to update the date and VEHICLE DATE UPDATED disp...

Page 253: ...an also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast Finding a Station BAND Press to select FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 w Tune Turn to se...

Page 254: ...t categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY To view this information 1 Press w to enter the main menu 2 Turn w until INFO displays 3 Press w to...

Page 255: ...atedly press F6 or wait for the display to time out The radio presets do not have to be reset when the vehicle is started or when the battery power is removed PRESETS HOME AWAY This feature stores two...

Page 256: ...ess F6 to exit the display To return to the original display repeatedly press F6 or wait for the display to time out AUDIO EQUALIZER Use this feature to choose one of the following customized equaliza...

Page 257: ...cements are received If the radio tunes to a related network station for the announcement it returns to the original station when the announcement ends The announcement should be heard even if the vol...

Page 258: ...A Traffic Announcement Displays when the feature is turned on and allows the radio to automatically seek radio stations that broadcast traffic announcements If the current radio station broadcasts tra...

Page 259: ...l PROGRAM TYPE MODE displays 3 Press w to select ON or OFF An X appears in the box when ON is selected 4 Press F6 to exit the display To return to the original display repeatedly press F6 or wait for...

Page 260: ...gle CD Player Load a CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls it in 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...

Page 261: ...o stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing Eject can be used when the ignition and the radio are off Using the Six Disc CD Changer M Load Press to load CDs into the CD play...

Page 262: ...at play RPT DISC disappears from the display RDM TRCK Random Track Plays the tracks on the current CD in random rather than sequential order RDM TRCK displays Press F5 MODE again to turn off random pl...

Page 263: ...uch the bottom side of a CD while handling it this could damage the surface Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge To clean a CD use a soft lint free cloth...

Page 264: ...aler retailer when reporting the problem Configurable Radio Display Keys The four keys located on each side of the radio display can be configured to adjust the radio features and other non radio rela...

Page 265: ...version 1 and 2 The song name that is displayed on the radio is the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag the radio displays the file name without...

Page 266: ...play on the radio and the system ignores them and advances to the next directory or folder that has compressed audio files in it No Folder On a CD that only contains compressed audio files in the root...

Page 267: ...lder in random press and release F3 RDM until RDM FLDR displays This feature does not work with playlists To turn random off press and release F3 RDM until NORMAL displays F4 RPT Repeat Single tracks...

Page 268: ...Press F6 to exit the display To return to the original display repeatedly press F6 or wait for the display to time out XM Radio Messages XL Explicit Language Channels These channels or any others can...

Page 269: ...for the selected category The system is working properly XM Theftlocked The XM receiver in your vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swap...

Page 270: ...tooth for more information on compatible phones Voice Recognition The Bluetooth system uses voice recognition to interpret voice commands to dial phone numbers and name tags Noise Keep interior noise...

Page 271: ...uetooth phone is not connected calls will be made using OnStar Hands Free Calling if available Refer to the OnStar owner s guide for more information Pairing Information Up to five cell phones can be...

Page 272: ...Phone name has been successfully paired after the pairing process is complete 7 Repeat Steps 1 through 7 for additional phones to be paired Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1 Press and hold b g...

Page 273: ...Store Digit Store Directory Using the Store Command The store command allows a phone number to be stored without entering the digits individually 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system respon...

Page 274: ...number is recognized by the system say Clear at any time to clear the last number To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system say Verify at any time and the system will repeat them 4 After the...

Page 275: ...turning to the main menu If the name tag is incorrect say No The system responds with No OK let s try again please say the name tag Using the Delete All Name Tags Command The delete all name tags comm...

Page 276: ...to be re entered Using the Digit Dial Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Digit Dial The system responds with Digit dial using phone n...

Page 277: ...ill be heard through the audio speakers Using the Re dial Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 After the tone say Re dial The system respond...

Page 278: ...Call During a call all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them To Mute a call 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed b...

Page 279: ...3 Say Voice The system responds with OK accessing phone name The cell phone s normal prompt messages will go through its cycle according to the phone s operating instructions Dual Tone Multi Frequenc...

Page 280: ...Name Tags Other Information The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those...

Page 281: ...he Tone Bass Treble under Radio s on page 3 98 for more information x BALANCE FADER This item allows the balance and fader features of the audio system to be adjusted See Adjusting the Speakers Balanc...

Page 282: ...gest signal or to seek all radio stations with a strong signal in a large area Use LOCAL while in urban areas where there are several strong radio station signals and you want to limit the number of s...

Page 283: ...display to time out SETUP The following submenus are available when this item is selected PERSONAL SETTINGS MENU DRIVER SELECTION DRIVER EXIT SETTINGS CONFIGURE DISPLAY KEYS SETUP Submenu Items The f...

Page 284: ...information on the DRIVER EXIT SETTINGS submenu item see Recalling Exit Settings and Storing Exit Settings under Memory Seat Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2 77 CONFIGURE DISPLAY KEYS Base Audio S...

Page 285: ...go to the next or previous radio station with a strong signal in the selected band while listening to the radio Left Side Standard Audio Steering Wheel Controls and Cruise Control Cancel Left Side Au...

Page 286: ...ess and wired headphones if the vehicle has these features does not mute Press and release this button again to turn the sound on For vehicles with a navigation system press and hold b g for two secon...

Page 287: ...65 km Although the radio has a built in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference some static can occur especially around tall buildings or hills causing the sound to fade in...

Page 288: ...ach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception Notice Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window antenna and or the rear...

Page 289: ...2 Off Road Recovery 4 15 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 15 Competitive Driving 4 17 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 18 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 19 Highway Hypnosis 4 19...

Page 290: ...hen driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after d...

Page 291: ...nhanced StabiliTrak on page 4 6 Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on...

Page 292: ...al will be harder to push Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 Antilock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has the...

Page 293: ...al Braking in Emergencies With ABS you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help more than even the very best braking Brake Assist This vehicle has a Brake Assist feat...

Page 294: ...m is not operational Driving should be adjusted accordingly StabiliTrak comes on automatically whenever the vehicle is started To help assist with directional control of the vehicle always leave the s...

Page 295: ...ility Competitive Mode that is turned on by pressing the Traction Control TC button twice quickly This mode is designed to be used by the performance conscious driver who desires less stability contro...

Page 296: ...t at high vehicle speeds may be required Stability Secure Mode will be activated if a compact spare tire is being used See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 79 and Compact Spare Tire on page 5 114 P...

Page 297: ...ity Off Mode press and hold the TC button until the STABILITY SYS OFF message is displayed on the DIC The DIC will briefly display the STABILITY TOURING MODE message prior to displaying the STABILITY...

Page 298: ...63 When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly TCS automatically comes on whenever the vehicle is started To limit wheel spin especially in slipp...

Page 299: ...ve Driving Mode The STS V driver can select this optional handling mode by pressing the Traction Control button located near the shift lever quickly two times STABILITY COMPETITIVE MODE is displayed o...

Page 300: ...ive but there is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions Steering Power Steering If you lose power stee...

Page 301: ...er to have the problem corrected and the steering wheel position centered When stability control activates the system automatically adjusts the front road wheel steering angle modifies the suspension...

Page 302: ...time But sometimes you cannot there is not room That is the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply the brakes See...

Page 303: ...er while passing Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass If in doubt wait Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines that could in...

Page 304: ...enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs You might see the STABILITY SYS ACTIVE message on the Driver Information Center See DIC Warnings and Messages on p...

Page 305: ...o be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Night driving tips include Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Reduce headlamp glare by adjusting the inside rearview mi...

Page 306: ...ed away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerou...

Page 307: ...o they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay atte...

Page 308: ...assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so...

Page 309: ...d polish the surface under the tires even more The Traction Control System TCS on page 4 10 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads but slow down and adjust your driving to the road condi...

Page 310: ...n a window about two inches on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the Climate Control system to...

Page 311: ...ehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 24 If the vehicle has a traction system it can often help to free a stuck vehicle Refer to the vehicle s trac...

Page 312: ...a few tries it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Loading the Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle c...

Page 313: ...n pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 54 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 64 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tell...

Page 314: ...n 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 the available cargo and luggage loa...

Page 315: ...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 316: ...either the front or rear axle CAUTION Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on...

Page 317: ...less you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle needs to be towed See Roadside Service on page 7 7 To tow the vehicle...

Page 318: ...prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 19 Dinghy Towing Notice If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repai...

Page 319: ...gnition to LOCK OFF Dolly Towing STS V Notice Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of reduced ground clearance Always put the vehicle on a flatbed truck The STS V can onl...

Page 320: ...acity of the vehicle read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handli...

Page 321: ...er The weight of the trailer tongue The total weight on the vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 lbs 450 kg But even that can b...

Page 322: ...icle can carry which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow If towing a trailer the tongue load must be added to the GVW because the vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loadi...

Page 323: ...ill also prevent dirt and water from entering the vehicle Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent...

Page 324: ...g Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer This can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Pas...

Page 325: ...in can tell you if one of the vehicle lamps is out Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade If the transmission is not shifted down the b...

Page 326: ...brake pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal while you Start the engine Shift into a gear Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until th...

Page 327: ...ng System 5 26 Engine Coolant 5 27 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 34 Engine Overheating 5 34 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 36 Power Steering Fluid 5 37 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 38...

Page 328: ...g 5 115 Fabric Carpet 5 116 Leather 5 117 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 117 Wood Panels 5 117 Speaker Covers 5 118 Care of Safety Belts 5 118 Weatherstrips 5 118 Washing Your Veh...

Page 329: ...ld even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module modificat...

Page 330: ...ssary For additional information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on...

Page 331: ...ument panel See Vehicle Identification Number VIN on page 5 122 Gasoline Octane If the vehicle has the 3 6L V6 engine VIN Code V use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or high...

Page 332: ...or 3 511 in Canada Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT See Additives on...

Page 333: ...with the specifications described earlier However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 10 ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels Notice This vehicl...

Page 334: ...attended when refueling the vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethere...

Page 335: ...stic 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 66 The CHECK GAS CAP...

Page 336: ...the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Ch...

Page 337: ...eft side of the 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 Push the releas...

Page 338: ...s engine cover These sight shields will need to be removed in order to access some of the underhood components in your vehicle To remove the sight shields turn the fasteners on each shield to the lef...

Page 339: ...eering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 37 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 H Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil un...

Page 340: ...4 6L V8 Engine 5 14...

Page 341: ...Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 G Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 H Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir...

Page 342: ...4 4L V8 STS V Engine 5 16...

Page 343: ...Fluid on page 5 37 I Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 J Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 18 K Brake Maste...

Page 344: ...Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick 1 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you do not do this the oi...

Page 345: ...ications on page 5 134 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 damag...

Page 346: ...ity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container...

Page 347: ...ailure and result in severe engine damage Damage caused by use of the wrong engine oil filter would not be covered by your new vehicle warranty When the system has calculated that oil life has been di...

Page 348: ...es not return to 100 or if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start the vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engin...

Page 349: ...g the air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the air cleaner filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50 000 mile 80 0...

Page 350: ...f the airbox are hinged at the bottom Open the airbox by pushing the top of the airbox cover toward the engine 5 Remove the air filter by lifting it straight up through the opening in the airbox 6 Ins...

Page 351: ...luid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealer retailer service department and have it repaired as soon as possible There is a special procedure for checking and changing the transmission f...

Page 352: ...k and Pressure Cap CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood ele...

Page 353: ...g sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in the vehicle Engine Coolant...

Page 354: ...to be added This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not dam...

Page 355: ...hing else until it cools down If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD FROID line add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant s...

Page 356: ...engine is cold the coolant level should be visible in the intercooler fill neck How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contain...

Page 357: ...N An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If no coolant i...

Page 358: ...is the largest of the hoses which comes out of the radiator on the passenger side of the vehicle Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may...

Page 359: ...n page 5 27 for more information CAUTION Turning the Intercooler System pressure cap when the engine and intercooler are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never t...

Page 360: ...nstalled coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant l...

Page 361: ...vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 5 36 for information on driving to a safe place in...

Page 362: ...r in front of you If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no sign of steam idle the engine f...

Page 363: ...partment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and loo...

Page 364: ...dd 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 instructions for adding...

Page 365: ...er or later the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake li...

Page 366: ...s could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil...

Page 367: ...the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign that brake service might be required Brake Adjustment Every time the brakes are ap...

Page 368: ...tery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage If the vehicle is driven infrequently remove the black negative cable from the battery This helps keep the battery from running down Extended Storage For ext...

Page 369: ...ehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transmission in P Park or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parkin...

Page 370: ...If you connect a negative cable to the Engine Control Module 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 vehi...

Page 371: ...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 372: ...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 373: ...following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive c...

Page 374: ...raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Flu...

Page 375: ...se the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 Front Axl...

Page 376: ...of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However if your vehicle is dam...

Page 377: ...rvice any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer retailer or a qualified technician service them The vehicle may have HID headlamps After the vehicle s HID headlamp b...

Page 378: ...ulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up 3157K For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer retailer Windshield Replacement The windshield is part of the Head Up Display HUD system If you e...

Page 379: ...bly away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the tabs on each side of the wiper blade assembly and slide the assembly off the end of the wiper arm 3 Replace the blade assembly with a new one Allowing the wi...

Page 380: ...ed CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire...

Page 381: ...o drive on snow or ice covered roads often 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...

Page 382: ...tion code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the...

Page 383: ...re tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 5 114 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5 84 B Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread C Tire Identification Num...

Page 384: ...d Rim Association B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to widt...

Page 385: ...that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air...

Page 386: ...r pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for th...

Page 387: ...h a tire can operate 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 Narr...

Page 388: ...re is no spare tire and no tire changing equipment Your vehicle also has a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS which will alert you if there is a loss of tire pressure in any of the tires See Tire Press...

Page 389: ...ermine whether the tire can be repaired or should be replaced To maintain your vehicle s run flat feature all replacement tires must be self supporting tires To locate the nearest GM or authorized run...

Page 390: ...inal equipment tires and shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure n...

Page 391: ...ire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture High Speed Operation CAUTION Driv...

Page 392: ...f provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle ha...

Page 393: ...he TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels al...

Page 394: ...her when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive This could be an early indicator that the air pressure in the tire s are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper...

Page 395: ...sfully after rotating the vehicle s tires The DIC message and TPMS malfunction light should go off once the TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process late...

Page 396: ...than one minute to match the first tire and wheel or more than five minutes to match all four tire wheel positions the matching process stops and you will need to start over The TPM matching process i...

Page 397: ...s and P275 40R19 size tires on the rear wheels Different tire sizes should not be rotated front to rear Each tire and wheel should only be used in the original front or rear position it is in Tire rot...

Page 398: ...tor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 68 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 134 CAUTION Rust...

Page 399: ...he tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of...

Page 400: ...ud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 5 56 for additional information GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will help keep your vehicl...

Page 401: ...5 114 CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on the vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial p...

Page 402: ...ance to rollover Additionally if your vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock brakes traction control and electronic stability control the performance of these systems can be affected CAUTION...

Page 403: ...with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to thes...

Page 404: ...ion of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degen...

Page 405: ...en driving on a smooth road the tires and wheels might need to be rebalanced See your dealer retailer for proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or c...

Page 406: ...u could have a collision in which 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 lif...

Page 407: ...anufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to the vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting the vehicle and do not spin the vehicle s wheels If you do find traction d...

Page 408: ...with your left foot 4 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you can put blocks in front of and behind the wheels Also see Shifting Into Park on page 2 34 and Parking Br...

Page 409: ...e jacking location lift points and is not leaning on any other vehicle components such as the rocker panels the floor pan or the stone guard moldings Lift only in the areas shown in the following pict...

Page 410: ...ee Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5 4 If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving especially if you maintain your tires properly See Tires on page 5 54 If air go...

Page 411: ...the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in P Park 3 Turn off the engine 4 Inspect the flat tire CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous witho...

Page 412: ...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 warning light is displayed Drive cautiously and check your tire...

Page 413: ...n If the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above see the operating instructions that follow If the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above follow the operating...

Page 414: ...ION Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Sto...

Page 415: ...adhered to the sealant canister Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are ava...

Page 416: ...s in the off O position 2 Unwrap the sealant air hose F and the power plug C 3 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it 4 R...

Page 417: ...ed on off until the correct pressure is reached Notice If the recommended pressure cannot be reached after approximately 25 minutes the vehicle should not be driven farther The tire is too severely da...

Page 418: ...n more than 10 psi 68 kPa below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Service on page 7 7...

Page 419: ...the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it 6 Remove the tire valve stem cap by turning it counterclockwise 7 Attach the air only hose F onto the tire valve stem an...

Page 420: ...ful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage 13 Unplug the power plug C from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 14 Disconnect the air only hose F from...

Page 421: ...r dealer retailer for more information To install a new sealant canister 1 Align the sealant air hose F with the slot in the air compressor 2 Push the sealant canister B down and turn it clockwise 3 W...

Page 422: ...f the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above see the operating instructions that follow If the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above follow the operating ins...

Page 423: ...pressor kit 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 the tire sealant and compressor k...

Page 424: ...to the sealant canister Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at...

Page 425: ...sor Kit Storage on page 5 104 2 Unwrap the sealant air hose F and the power plug H 3 Place the kit on the ground 4 Remove the valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise 5 Attach...

Page 426: ...on off until the correct pressure is reached Notice If the recommended pressure cannot be reached after approximately 25 minutes the vehicle should not be driven farther The tire is too severely damag...

Page 427: ...more than 10 psi 68 kPa below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Service on page 7 7 I...

Page 428: ...he power plug H into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 3 46 If the vehicle has an accessory power outle...

Page 429: ...usage 12 Unplug the power plug H from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 13 Disconnect the air only hose G from the tire valve stem by turning it counterclockwise and replace the tire valve st...

Page 430: ...there is no spare tire and no tire changing equipment The vehicle is equipped with run flat tires See Run Flat Tires STS V on page 5 62 for more information If you have an STS model the vehicle may b...

Page 431: ...o not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire f...

Page 432: ...ee Trunk on page 2 15 for more information 2 Remove the compact spare tire cover 3 Pull the stow rod A to remove it 4 Turn the nut B holding the jack package container counterclockwise and remove it T...

Page 433: ...o a safety check before proceeding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 104 for more information 2 Loosen all of the wheel nuts but do not remove them yet using the wheel wrench Turn the handle about 18...

Page 434: ...AUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CA...

Page 435: ...otice If you position the jack under the rocker molding and attempt to raise the vehicle you could break the molding and or cause other damage to your vehicle Always position the jack so that when the...

Page 436: ...wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where...

Page 437: ...rom the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 11 Install the spare tire 12 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel 13 Tighten each wheel nut by turning it...

Page 438: ...Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specificati...

Page 439: ...3 Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can Compact Spare Tire and...

Page 440: ...ances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repaired or replaced where you want You must calibrate the tire inflation monitor system after installing or re...

Page 441: ...to the vehicle s interior When cleaning the vehicle s interior only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for w...

Page 442: ...cle s interior Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carp...

Page 443: ...ts to clean the vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Never use shoe polish on leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfa...

Page 444: ...cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle Check the cleaning product label If it states that it should not be used on plastic parts do not use it on the vehi...

Page 445: ...it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil an...

Page 446: ...ving on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium calcium or sodium chloride These chlorides are used on roads for conditions such as ice and dust Always wash the vehicle s chrome with soap and wate...

Page 447: ...manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired r...

Page 448: ...n a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver side It can be seen through the windshield from outside the vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Pa...

Page 449: ...windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow the wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Power Windows and Ot...

Page 450: ...Underhood Fuse Block 5 124...

Page 451: ...Active Front Steering BLWR Blower Motor FAN 1 Cooling Fan Low Speed FAN 2 Cooling Fan High Speed LPDB 1 Driver Side Rear Fuse Block LPDB 2 Driver Side Rear Fuse Block RPDB 1 Passenger Side Rear Fuse...

Page 452: ...k Connector LIC DIM License Plate Instrument Panel Dimming LT HI BEAM Driver Side High Beam Headlamp LT LO BEAM Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp LT PRK Driver Side Park Lamp Driver Side Taillamp Fuses Mi...

Page 453: ...FUEL COOL Fuel Cooling Pump HI BEAM High Beam Headlamp HI FAN SPD Cooling Fan High Speed HORN Horn Relays Usage LO FAN SPD Cooling Fan Low Speed LOW BEAM W O HID HID Low Beam Headlamp High Intensity...

Page 454: ...tween the rear seat and the fuse center whenever you remove or reinstall the rear seat Do not remove covers from any of the covered parts and do not store anything under the seats To remove the rear s...

Page 455: ...safety belts get twisted 2 Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame 3 With the seat cushion lowered push rearward...

Page 456: ...es listed below Driver s Side Fuses Usage AMP Amplifier INCLR PUMP Inner Cooler Pump Option THEFT SHFT Theft Sensors Auto Shifter Power Sounder Fuses Usage MRTD MDL Magnetic Ride Control Module Option...

Page 457: ...Valet Lockout Switch BCK UP LAMP Reverse Lamps Rear Parking Aid Inside Rearview Mirrors AIR BAG BATT Airbag POS LAMPS Rear Taillamps ELC CMPRSR Automatic Level Control Option Relays Usage INCLR PUMP I...

Page 458: ...Passenger Supplemental Inflatable Restraint CNSTR VENT Canister Vent Solenoid DIFF PUMP Rear Differential Pump Fuses Usage FRT PDM Front Passenger Door Module Right Power Subwoofer FUEL PUMP Fuel Pum...

Page 459: ...trol Module RUN CRNK UHBEC Run CRNK Relay Coil Rear Fog Lamp Relay Coil S ROOF Sun Roof Module Option SPARE Spare STOP LAMPS Stop Lamps RT TRN SZBA Right Turn Signal Side Blind Zone Alert Option Relay...

Page 460: ...g system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Brake Fluid Capacities 1 1 qt 1 0 L Cooling System 3 6L Engine...

Page 461: ...ll to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck the fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3 6L SIDI V6 V Automatic 0 044 in 1 11...

Page 462: ...NOTES 5 136...

Page 463: ...led Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 8 Owner Checks and Services 6 10 At Each Fuel Fill 6 10 At Least Once a Month 6 11 At Least Once a Year 6 11 Recommended Fl...

Page 464: ...to keep this vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle...

Page 465: ...See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 8...

Page 466: ...ge 5 71 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 11 When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays in the Driver Information Center DIC service is required for the vehicle Have th...

Page 467: ...5 54 If tire rotation is recommended for the vehicle rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 71 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 11 Inspect brake system See...

Page 468: ...0 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 23 See footno...

Page 469: ...plugs An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j 4 4L Supercharged Engine Intercooler system servic...

Page 470: ...age 5 52 and Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 5 120 for more information e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety belt assemblies are working properly Look for any other loose or damag...

Page 471: ...conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change n Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obvious damage Replace belt if necessary p If the vehicle has the 3 6L V6 VIN Code V en...

Page 472: ...rtant to check the engine oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep the engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to the engine not covered by the vehicle warranty Check the...

Page 473: ...stem service notification Check the tires for wear and if necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 71 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing...

Page 474: ...the shift lever moves out of P Park contact your dealer retailer for service Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission P Park Mechanism Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could beg...

Page 475: ...r retailer for a replacement canister Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer retailer Usage Flui...

Page 476: ...3474 Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 89021677 in Canada 89021678 meeting GM Specification 9986115 Usage Fluid Lubricant Front Axle All Wheel Drive SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axl...

Page 477: ...0175271 PF261 4 6L Engine 89017342 PF61 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 88957450 CF13C Spark Plugs 3 6L Engine 92220447 41 990 4 4L V Series Engine 12592619 41 991 4 6L Engine 12571535 41 987 Wiper B...

Page 478: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 3 6L V6 Engine 4 4L V8 Engine 6 16...

Page 479: ...4 6L V8 Engine 6 17...

Page 480: ...f services performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 10 can be added on the following record pages Yo...

Page 481: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 6 19...

Page 482: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 6 20...

Page 483: ...tesy Transportation 7 10 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7...

Page 484: ...eral manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the United States call the Cadillac Cus...

Page 485: ...te resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case...

Page 486: ...is designed so that the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offe...

Page 487: ...and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy...

Page 488: ...ssed to United States Customer Assistance Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 www Cadillac com 1 800 458 8006 1 800 833 2622 For Text Te...

Page 489: ...more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of...

Page 490: ...OnStar For security reasons the driver must present identification before this service is given Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for warranty service or i...

Page 491: ...traction devices Towing or services for vehicles driven on a non public road or highway Services Specific to Canadian Purchased Vehicles Fuel delivery Reimbursement is approximately 5 Canadian Diesel...

Page 492: ...ourtesy transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A sep...

Page 493: ...tc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair It may not be possible to pr...

Page 494: ...Limited Warranty and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs bef...

Page 495: ...surance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number driver s license...

Page 496: ...ot obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the...

Page 497: ...eral Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engin...

Page 498: ...n residents are to make checks payable in U S funds Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance a...

Page 499: ...s recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data w...

Page 500: ...other trip information Refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions Radio Frequency Identification RFID RFID technology is used in some...

Page 501: ...eel Drive AWD System 4 12 Antenna Backglass 3 134 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 134 Antilock Brake System ABS 4 4 Antilock Brake System Warning Light 3 63 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chr...

Page 502: ...Light 3 62 Braking 4 3 Braking in Emergencies 4 5 Break In New Vehicle 2 25 Bulb Replacement 5 51 Back Up Lamps 5 52 Halogen Bulbs 5 51 Headlamp Aiming 5 50 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 5 51...

Page 503: ...ers 5 108 Tires 5 111 Underbody Maintenance 5 111 Washing Your Vehicle 5 108 Weatherstrips 5 108 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 110 Wood Panels 5 107 Climate Control System Air Filter Passenger Compart...

Page 504: ...3 111 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Door Locks 2 13 Power Door Locks 2 13 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 14 Rear Door Security Locks 2 14 Driver Information Center DIC 3 72 DIC Operation and D...

Page 505: ...1 27 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 3 40 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 23 Finish Damage 5 111 Flashers Hazard Warning 3 6 Flash to Pass 3 13 Flat Tire 5 84 Flat Tire Changing 5 94 Flat Tire Storing 5...

Page 506: ...ge HID Lighting 5 51 High Low Beam Changer 3 9 Headlamps cont On Reminder 3 36 Washer 3 16 Wiper Activated 3 36 Head Up Display HUD 3 43 Heated Seats 1 3 Heated Steering Wheel 3 7 Heater 3 48 Engine C...

Page 507: ...ing the Vehicle Tires 5 82 Light Airbag Readiness 3 58 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 3 63 Brake System Warning 3 62 Charging System 3 61 Cruise Control 3 70 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 64...

Page 508: ...6 2 Owner Checks and Services 6 10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 13 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Maintenance Schedule cont Using 6 3 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...

Page 509: ...wer Mirrors 2 40 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 36 Owner Checks and Services 6 10 Owners Canadian iii P Paint Damage 5 111 Parade Dimming 3 41 Park Shifting Into 2 34 Shifting Out of 2...

Page 510: ...d Slip 4 12 Rear Climate Control System 3 53 Rear Door Security Locks 2 14 Rear Heated Seats 1 6 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming 2 38 Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature 1 6 Reclining Seatb...

Page 511: ...g Seatbacks 1 4 Power Seats 1 2 Securing a Child Restraint Rear Seat Position 1 45 Right Front Seat Position 1 47 Security Light 3 69 Service 5 3 Accessories and Modifications 5 3 Adding Equipment to...

Page 512: ...pic Steering Column Power Tilt Wheel 3 6 Theft Deterrent System 2 21 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 130 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 21 Immobilizer 2 24 Immobilizer Operation 2 24 Time Setting 3 98 Tire Pressur...

Page 513: ...agnetic Ride Control 4 12 Stabilitrak System 4 6 Transmission Fluid Automatic 5 25 Transmission Operation Automatic 2 30 Trunk 2 15 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 8 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7...

Page 514: ...5 79 Where to Put the Restraint 1 37 Windows 2 18 Power 2 19 Windshield Rainsense II Wipers 3 14 Replacement 5 52 Washer 3 15 Windshield cont Washer Fluid 5 38 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 52 Wiper Blad...

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