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Cadillac 2013 Caddilac CTS, Owner'S Manual

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Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12

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Driving and Operating

Maintenance When Trailer
Towing

The vehicle needs service more
often when pulling a trailer. See the

Maintenance Schedule on
page 11

‑

3

. Things that are

especially important in trailer
operation are automatic
transmission fluid, engine oil, axle
lubricant, belts, cooling system and
brake system. Inspect these before
and during the trip.

Check periodically to see that all
hitch nuts and bolts are tight.

Engine Cooling When Trailer
Towing

The cooling system may temporarily
overheat during severe operating
conditions. See

Engine Overheating

on page 10

‑

22

.

Trailer Towing (CTS-V and
Coupe)

The vehicle is neither designed nor
intended to tow a trailer.

Trailer Towing (Except
CTS-V and Coupe)

Before pulling a trailer, there are
three important considerations that
have to do with weight:

.

The weight of the trailer.

.

The weight of the trailer tongue.

.

The total weight on your
vehicle's tires.

Weight of the Trailer

How heavy can a trailer safely be?

It should never weigh more than
454 kg (1,000 lbs). But even that
can be too heavy.

It depends on how the rig is used.
For example, speed, altitude, road
grades, outside temperature, and
how much the vehicle is used to pull
a trailer are all important. It can
depend on any special equipment
on the vehicle, and the amount of
tongue weight the vehicle can carry.
See

“

Weight of the Trailer Tongue

”

later in this section.

Maximum trailer weight is calculated
assuming only the driver is in the
tow vehicle and it has all the
required trailering equipment. The
weight of additional optional
equipment, passengers, and cargo
in the tow vehicle must be
subtracted from the maximum trailer
weight.

Ask your dealer for trailering
information or advice, or write us at
our Customer Assistance Offices.
See

Customer Assistance Offices

(U.S. and Canada) on page 13

‑

4

or

Customer Assistance Offices
(Mexico) on page 13

‑

5

.

Summary of Contents for 2013 Caddilac CTS

Page 1: ...Gauges and Indicators 5 10 Information Displays 5 27 Vehicle Messages 5 31 Vehicle Personalization 5 46 Universal Remote System 5 53 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 6 Lighting F...

Page 2: ...ance 11 3 Maintenance Schedule 11 3 Special Application Services 11 9 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 10 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 13 Maintenance Records 11 17 Technical Data 12 1...

Page 3: ...of this owner manual Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the...

Page 4: ...lt in injury or death WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be c...

Page 5: ...Conditioning Antilock Brake System ABS Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 vi Introduction 2 NOTES...

Page 7: ...ment 1 12 Interior Lighting 1 12 Exterior Lighting 1 13 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 13 Climate Controls 1 15 Transmission 1 15 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 16 Satellite Radio 1 16 Portable Audio Devices 1...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel CTS Shown CTS V Similar...

Page 9: ...m Manual 14 Parking Brake Release Lever See Parking Brake Electric on page 9 33 or Parking Brake Manual on page 9 33 15 Hood Release See Hood on page 10 5 16 Cruise Control on page 9 39 Heated Steerin...

Page 10: ...ing temperature After approximately 20 seconds the engine will begin to transition to its normal quieter idle speed which can vary depending on the temperature This is normal operation Remote Keyless...

Page 11: ...n to ON RUN to drive the vehicle When the vehicle starts the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come...

Page 12: ...ease handle or press Q or K on the RKE transmitter See Door Locks Sedan and Wagon on page 2 12 or Door Locks Coupe on page 2 13 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access on page 2 4 or...

Page 13: ...button is on the driver door inside the storage compartment under the armrest On vehicles with an automatic transmission the shift lever must be in P Park or N Neutral On vehicles with a manual trans...

Page 14: ...Power Seats Seat Position To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the horizontal control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving...

Page 15: ...on page 3 5 Seat Cushion and Seatback Bolsters To adjust the seat cushion and seatback bolster support if equipped Press the top or bottom of the control 1 to increase or decrease support in the seat...

Page 16: ...three for the highest setting and one for the lowest See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3 9 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed...

Page 17: ...18 Mirror Adjustment Exterior Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door To adjust each mirrors 1 Press 1 or 2 to select the driver or passenger side mirror 2 Press the arrows on th...

Page 18: ...ntrol up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle Do not adjust the steering wheel while dr...

Page 19: ...Turns on the parking lamps together with the sidemarker lamps taillamps license plate lamps and instrument panel lights 5 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps sidemarker lamps taill...

Page 20: ...ice on the windshield blocking your vision Sedan and Coupe Model K Press the button with this symbol on the end of the windshield washer lever to wash the windshield The washer fluid sprays onto the w...

Page 21: ...limate Control System on page 8 1 Transmission Automatic Transmission Driver Shift Control DSC or Tap Shift Driver Shift Control DSC allows shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual trans...

Page 22: ...ontain any combination of AM FM or SiriusXM stations For more information see AM FM Radio on page 7 8 Setting the Clock The analog clock is on the instrument panel above the radio The clock is not con...

Page 23: ...on the audio system See Auxiliary Devices on page 7 33 Bluetooth The Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth enabled mobile phone to make and receive hands free calls using the vehicle audio s...

Page 24: ...press and hold b g for two seconds and say hands free to interact with OnStar or Bluetooth For more information see Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 3 Cruise Control CTS Shown CTS V Similar I Press...

Page 25: ...o scroll up and down the menu items See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 27 Vehicle Customization Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the DIC buttons on the instrument panel to the...

Page 26: ...Pull up on the handle to open the cargo management system See Cargo Management System Wagon on page 4 3 for more information Power Outlets Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical eq...

Page 27: ...unshade Express Open Express Close Press and release the rear or front of the switch 1 to express open or express close the sunshade To stop the sunshade partway press the switch 1 a second time The p...

Page 28: ...d To turn off both traction control and electronic stability control press and hold the TCS StabiliTrak button Y on the instrument panel CTS or steering wheel CTS V until g illuminates and the appropr...

Page 29: ...es engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter The oil life system should be reset to 100 only following an...

Page 30: ...into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Roadside Service U S 1 800 224 1400 Canada 1 800 882 1112 TTY Users U S Only 1 888 889 2438 Mexico 01 800 466 0805 New...

Page 31: ...lizer 2 23 Immobilizer Operation Key Access 2 24 Immobilizer Operation Keyless Access 2 25 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 26 Power Mirrors 2 26 Folding Mirrors 2 27 Heated Mirrors 2 27 Interior Mir...

Page 32: ...e following keys comes with the vehicle Key Access This key is used for the driver door ignition and glove box Keyless Access This key inside the transmitter is used for the driver door glove box and...

Page 33: ...may have the Key Access System or a Keyless Access System See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access on page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access on page 2 6...

Page 34: ...orks up to 20 m 65 ft away Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 4 Sedan and Coupe Shown Wagon Similar Do not pull on the chrome...

Page 35: ...alization on page 5 46 for more information Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be pu...

Page 36: ...n the driver door will cause all of the doors to unlock This is not customizable To customize which doors unlock when the driver door is opened see Keyless Unlock under Vehicle Personalization on page...

Page 37: ...tion V 8 Remote Trunk Liftgate Release Press and hold for about one second to unlock the trunk liftgate The automatic transmission must be in P Park or the manual transmission must be in Neutral with...

Page 38: ...transmitter into the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area between the driver and front passenger seats 7...

Page 39: ...Y ACTIVE WAIT XX MIN and counts down to zero 8 The DIC displays PRESS START CONTROL TO LEARN KEYS again 9 Press the ignition switch in again 10 Repeat Steps 7 8 and 9 11 The DIC reads LEARN DELAY ACTI...

Page 40: ...less ignition Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible Battery Replacement Notice When replacing the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter Static from your body could...

Page 41: ...le the vehicle is running Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter see Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 4 for additional information Starting the Vehicle Using Remote St...

Page 42: ...ll Not Work The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if any of the following occur The key is in the ignition A keyless access transmitter is inside the vehicle The vehicle s hood is not clos...

Page 43: ...RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access on page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access on page 2 6 Door Locks Coupe WARNING Unlocked doors ca...

Page 44: ...side use the power door lock switch 3 See Power Door Locks on page 2 15 To open a door from the inside press the door latch button 2 A tone will sound when the button is pressed If the vehicle has los...

Page 45: ...e five second timer will reset itself once all the doors are closed again You can press the door lock switch again or the lock button on the RKE transmitter to override this feature and lock the doors...

Page 46: ...e prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside Lock Label shown The rear door security locks are on the inside edge of each rear door The rear doors must be open to access them The l...

Page 47: ...of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Continued WARNING CONTINUED Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan sp...

Page 48: ...wn the rear seat armrest Then pull the lever all the way down to release the door To close the door push it up and back into place Then try to open the door without pulling up on the lever to make sur...

Page 49: ...in the Index Continued WARNING CONTINUED If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function See Engine Exhaust on page 9 24 WARNING You or others could be injured if...

Page 50: ...tgate button 8 on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter until the liftgate starts moving See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access on page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Oper...

Page 51: ...warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or open position After removing the obstacle the power liftgate operation can be used again If the lif...

Page 52: ...close the liftgate use the pull cup With the power liftgate disabled the liftgate electric latch will still power latch once contact is made with the striker Always close the liftgate before driving I...

Page 53: ...tting off the alarm by accident Lock the vehicle with the door key after the doors are closed Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter or by using the key in the driver door cylinder Unlocking a...

Page 54: ...ity light stays on there is a problem with the system Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged or the light continues to stay on try a...

Page 55: ...e or more keyless access transmitters can be matched to the vehicle s immobilizer control unit Only a correctly matched keyless access transmitter will start the vehicle If the keyless access transmit...

Page 56: ...y or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than the...

Page 57: ...Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror Automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind you If the vehicle has a rear vision...

Page 58: ...The passenger switch only controls that window Press the switch down to lower the window Pull the switch up to raise it Retained Accessory Power RAP allows the use of the power windows after the ignit...

Page 59: ...mming the Power Windows If the vehicle battery has been recharged disconnected or not working the front power windows will need to be reprogrammed for the express up feature to work Before reprogrammi...

Page 60: ...Power RAP on page 9 21 The driver side switch 1 operates the sunshade Open Close Press and hold the front or rear of the switch 1 to open or close the sunshade Express Open Express Close Press and re...

Page 61: ...in to fully open the sunroof Anti Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof sunshade when it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof sunshade from...

Page 62: ...Black plate 32 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 2 32 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES...

Page 63: ...fety Belt Care 3 19 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 19 Airbag System Airbag System 3 20 Where Are the Airbags 3 22 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 23 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3...

Page 64: ...and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Th...

Page 65: ...ese automatically tilt forward to reduce the risk of neck injury if the vehicle is hit from behind Front Seats Seat Adjustment WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver...

Page 66: ...pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause Continued WARNING CONTINUED injury to the pers...

Page 67: ...quipped Press and hold the top of the control 2 to increase support to the top of the seatback and decrease support to the bottom of the seatback Press and hold the bottom of the control 2 to decrease...

Page 68: ...against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at...

Page 69: ...turn to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Power Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a power seatback if equipped Tilt the top of the vertical control rearward to...

Page 70: ...sed The seat outside mirrors and or power steering column will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver Automatic Entry Recall If entry exit recall is programmed on in the vehi...

Page 71: ...ehicles with a manual transmission 2 4 The ignition is turned off 2 5 The driver door is opened Steps 2 and 3 are intended to reflect that the vehicle has been moved If the vehicle is not moved or the...

Page 72: ...eat may take longer to heat up The heated and or ventilated seats are canceled after the ignition is turned off Remote Start Heated Seats During a remote start the heated seats may turn on depending u...

Page 73: ...he top outboard side of the seatback to unlock the seatback 2 Fold the seatback down To return a seatback to the upright position WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a su...

Page 74: ...rea inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers riding in these areas Continued WARNING CONTINUED are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow passengers to ride in any...

Page 75: ...ar Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size There are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants I...

Page 76: ...the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt...

Page 77: ...of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Sedan and Wagon The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adju...

Page 78: ...afety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side or rear crash Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash the pretensioners and possibly other parts of t...

Page 79: ...t that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder Continued WARNING CONT...

Page 80: ...ety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Safety Belt Ex...

Page 81: ...NING A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help mak...

Page 82: ...e word AIRBAG will appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protecti...

Page 83: ...ositions with seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags WARNING Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus...

Page 84: ...driver s frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The drive...

Page 85: ...h of a seat mounted side impact airbag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path of an i...

Page 86: ...n a severe frontal impact Seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags will inflate if the crash severity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific ve...

Page 87: ...ejection in rollover events although no system can prevent all such ejections But airbags would not help in many types of collisions primarily because the occupant s motion is not toward those airbags...

Page 88: ...h severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle such as the fuel system brake and steering systems etc Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after...

Page 89: ...from a distance you may not see the system check When the system check is complete either the word ON or OFF or the symbol for on or off will be visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page...

Page 90: ...urned off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though the airbag is turned off Secur...

Page 91: ...vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 17 for more information including important safety information If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint If a child restraint h...

Page 92: ...ly upright position 4 Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with legs comfortably extended 5 Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to t...

Page 93: ...tor may be lit if an object such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic device is put on an unoccupied seat If this is not desired remove the object from the seat WARNING Stowin...

Page 94: ...with non GM covers upholstery or trim or with GM covers upholstery or trim designed for a different vehicle Any object such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed...

Page 95: ...ings If there are any opened or broken airbag covers have the airbag covering and or airbag module replaced For the location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags on page 3 22 See your dealer for s...

Page 96: ...oulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can...

Page 97: ...rash they can be crushed together and seriously injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time WARNING Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their...

Page 98: ...r belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Every time infants and...

Page 99: ...the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint b...

Page 100: ...y structure This alone could 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 Chil...

Page 101: ...the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 41 Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is...

Page 102: ...and children who are large enough using safety belts Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING A chil...

Page 103: ...e even when no child is in it Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System The LATCH system secures a child restraint during driving or in a crash LATCH attachments on the child restraint are u...

Page 104: ...child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a...

Page 105: ...tether anchors H Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors To assist in locating the lower anchors each seating position with lower anchors has two labels near the crease between the seatb...

Page 106: ...aint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with...

Page 107: ...to set the lock if the vehicle has one after the child restraint has been installed Notice Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle s safety belts This may damage these parts If neces...

Page 108: ...tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor 2 2 Press the ribbed area of the cover to open the cover and expose the anch...

Page 109: ...roper installation Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint resulting in...

Page 110: ...ed In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the safety...

Page 111: ...ull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufact...

Page 112: ...ry close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position E...

Page 113: ...securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light...

Page 114: ...ed repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to...

Page 115: ...ence Net Sedan and Coupe 4 5 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System Wagon 4 6 Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage There is a storage area below the climate control system To access push the cover...

Page 116: ...ull out shade toward the rear of the vehicle 2 Align the cartridge over the pin 2 on both sides Press the cartridge down and turn it slightly forward until it clicks 3 The cartridge is properly instal...

Page 117: ...gement system The cover can be opened to two positions to allow access to the storage area Some items may be stored in the cargo area when the cover is closed D Ring Sliders There are four D Ring slid...

Page 118: ...s are not properly stored damage to the net could occur and items can be thrown about the vehicle You or others could be injured Always store items behind the net For vehicles equipped with a cargo ne...

Page 119: ...be mounted to the tethers on the back of the rear seats when the seats are upright 5 Pull on the straps to tighten the net Convenience Net Sedan and Coupe The vehicle may have a convenience net in the...

Page 120: ...than 75 kg 165 lbs or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the crossrails making sure to fasten cargo securely To prevent dama...

Page 121: ...row 2 that needs to point toward the front of the vehicle A pin 1 will be visible on the bottom when the crossrail support lever is down To install the crossrail support move the lever into the forwar...

Page 122: ...in first position beyond the channel cut out area 2 7 Move the levers on both crossrails to the down position Slide the crossrail until the crossrail pin engages 8 The crossrails should lock in the s...

Page 123: ...Lamp 5 19 Brake System Warning Light 5 21 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 23 Up Shift Light 5 23 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 23 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 24 Engine Coolant...

Page 124: ...ontrols Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Pull the lever up...

Page 125: ...the volume b g Mute Speech Recognition Push to Talk Press and release to silence the vehicle speakers only The audio of the wireless and wired headphones if the vehicle has these features do not mute...

Page 126: ...the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed 8 Mist Single wipe briefly move the lever down and release Several wipes hold the lever down Off Turns the wipers off 3 Adjustable Interval Wipes...

Page 127: ...the band down for less sensitivity to moisture Move the windshield wiper lever out of the 3 position to deactivate Rainsense Wiper Arm Assembly Protection When using an automatic car wash move the wi...

Page 128: ...immediately turn off when the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF or the windshield wiper control is turned off Rear Window Wiper Washer For vehicles with a rear window wiper washer the controls are on the...

Page 129: ...ssed If the washer fluid is low the headlamp washers will not work See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 4 for more information Compass The vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Information Center...

Page 130: ...om tall buildings utility wires manhole covers or other industrial structures if possible If the DIC display does not show a heading for example N for North or the heading does not change after making...

Page 131: ...can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player There are three accessory power outlets The power outlets below the climate control system inside the center console sto...

Page 132: ...replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when...

Page 133: ...Black plate 11 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 Instruments and Controls 5 11 Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar...

Page 134: ...Black plate 12 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 5 12 Instruments and Controls English V Series Shown Metric and Manual Similar...

Page 135: ...traveled for up to two trips The trip odometer is part of the Driver Information Center DIC for more information see Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 27 For vehicles that have the navigation sy...

Page 136: ...gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off Boost Gauge Metric English For the CTS V this gauge is in the instrument...

Page 137: ...g range the oil pressure light will come on See Engine Oil Pressure Light on page 5 25 for more information A reading outside the normal operating range may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or...

Page 138: ...gine Overheating on page 10 22 for more information Safety Belt Reminders Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument cluster When the vehicle is s...

Page 139: ...e handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic device To turn off the warning light and or chime remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if...

Page 140: ...nds the status indicator will light either ON or OFF or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger frontal airbag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the...

Page 141: ...puter system called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation monitors the operation of the vehicle to ensure emissions are at acceptable levels helping to maintain a clean environment The malfunc...

Page 142: ...trol system on the vehicle Diagnosis and service might be required To prevent more serious damage to the vehicle Reduce vehicle speed Avoid hard accelerations Avoid steep uphill grades If towing a tra...

Page 143: ...The vehicle may not pass inspection if The malfunction indicator lamp is on with the engine running or if the light does not come on when the ignition is turned to ON RUN while the engine is off See...

Page 144: ...e vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service For vehicles with the Electric Parking Brake EPB this red brake status light comes on when the parking b...

Page 145: ...g light is also on the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 21 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DI...

Page 146: ...iliTrak system have been disabled A DIC message may display Check the DIC messages to determine which feature s is no longer functioning and whether the vehicle requires service If the indicator warni...

Page 147: ...n stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS If the problem is not corrected the light will come on at every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 70 Engine Oil Pressure Lig...

Page 148: ...ash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed The light will stay on if the alarm is arming and all entry points are closed For information rega...

Page 149: ...e instrument panel next to the steering wheel The DIC comes on when the ignition is on After a short delay the DIC displays the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off The...

Page 150: ...rip A or Trip B is displayed Fuel Range Displays the approximate remaining kilometers km or miles mi you can drive without refilling the fuel tank This estimate is based on the current driving conditi...

Page 151: ...isplay the following menu items Oil Life Remaining If the vehicle has this display it shows the estimated oil life remaining If you see 99 Oil Life Remaining on the display that means that 99 of the c...

Page 152: ...f the battery The battery voltage may fluctuate when viewing this information on the DIC This is normal If there is a problem with the battery charging system the charging system light illuminates and...

Page 153: ...ondition Multiple messages may appear one after another The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing V Set Reset The messages that require immediate ac...

Page 154: ...itor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the vehicle information button until Battery Voltage is displayed SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the gen...

Page 155: ...System ABS Warning Light on page 5 23 Stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display If the message displays immediately or again af...

Page 156: ...splays when the hood is not closed completely Make sure that the hood is closed completely LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays when the driver side rear door is not closed completely Make sure t...

Page 157: ...minutes or if the overheat light stays on shut the vehicle off and have it serviced before driving again See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 5 24 See Overheated Engine Protection Ope...

Page 158: ...educed to protect the engine from damage There could be several malfunctions that might cause this message Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but...

Page 159: ...interference Examples of these devices are cell phones and cell phone chargers two way radios power inverters or similar items Try moving the keyless access transmitter away from these devices when s...

Page 160: ...RKE System Operation Keyless Access on page 2 6 for more information MAXIMUM ELECTRONIC KEYS LEARNED If the vehicle has the keyless access system this message displays when the maximum number of tran...

Page 161: ...lem with this feature See your dealer Lamp Messages AFL ADAPTIVE FORWARD LIGHTING LAMPS NEED SERVICE This message displays when the Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL system is disabled and needs service S...

Page 162: ...ce Take the vehicle to your dealer SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM OFF This message indicates that the driver has turned the system off SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE This message i...

Page 163: ...StabiliTrak system The TCS StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument cluster also comes on If this message comes on while you are driving pull off the road as soon as possible and stop carefully Tr...

Page 164: ...conditions that can cause this message to appear If there is overheating which could occur if StabiliTrak activates continuously for an extended period of time If the brake system warning light is on...

Page 165: ...be started when this message displays See your dealer for service THEFT ATTEMPTED This message displays if the theft deterrent system has detected a break in attempt while you were away from the vehi...

Page 166: ...on label See Tires on page 10 59 Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 and Tire Pressure on page 10 67 If the vehicle does not have a spare tire the message will display USE INFLATOR KIT IN TRUNK Use the i...

Page 167: ...n will also be displayed when DSC is in use See Manual Mode on page 9 27 for more information TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE This message displays when the transmission fluid in the vehicle is too hot S...

Page 168: ...language other than English has been set This feature allows for changing the language of the DIC messages back to English Press the customization button until the Press V To Display In English scree...

Page 169: ...k when the vehicle speed is above 8 km h 5 mph for three seconds No Change No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while t...

Page 170: ...u press the lock button on the transmitter Horn Only The horn will sound on the second press of the lock button on the transmitter Horn Lights default The exterior lamps will flash when you press the...

Page 171: ...Change No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC Approach Lighting This fe...

Page 172: ...he vehicle the doors will lock after several seconds For example if there are two keyless access transmitters in the vehicle and one is removed the other will be locked in The keyless access transmitt...

Page 173: ...nlock appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the menu up down button to scroll through the following settings Entry Door Only Onl...

Page 174: ...button Entry Exit Recall On Vehicles without Power Tilt Steering Wheel If this setting is selected the following option will be available Easy Exit will automatically move the driver seat rearward a...

Page 175: ...he ignition is turned on No Change No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Exiting the Feature Settings Menu The feature settings menu will be exited when any of the fol...

Page 176: ...e erased for security purposes See Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons later in this section When programming a garage door park outside of the garage Park directly in line with and facing the gar...

Page 177: ...n selected in Step 2 while observing the indicator light and garage door activation If the indicator light stays on continuously or the garage door starts to move when the Universal Remote system butt...

Page 178: ...programming the Universal Remote system call 1 800 355 3515 or go to www homelink com Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmissi...

Page 179: ...or the lease ends To erase all programmed buttons on the Universal Remote device 1 Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds 2 Release both...

Page 180: ...Black plate 58 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 5 58 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES...

Page 181: ...ol 6 6 Reading Lamps 6 6 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 7 Exit Lighting 6 7 Parade Dimming 6 7 Battery Load Management 6 8 Battery Power Protection 6 8 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 6 9 Exterior...

Page 182: ...t to return to low beams If the vehicle is turned off while the high beams are on they will come on the next time the vehicle is started This indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when th...

Page 183: ...immediately Once the vehicle leaves the garage it takes about one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside During that delay the instrument cluster may not be...

Page 184: ...will also stay on after you exit the vehicle This feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center DIC See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 46 The regular headlamp system can be turned o...

Page 185: ...y until the lane change is complete The arrow will automatically flash three times The lever returns to its starting position when it is released If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow fla...

Page 186: ...headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control The instrument panel brightness knob is on the instrument panel next to the steering column D Instru...

Page 187: ...the ignition The exterior lights and dome lamps remain on after the door is closed for a set amount of time then automatically turn off For vehicles with keyless access the exterior lamps and dome la...

Page 188: ...mps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the...

Page 189: ...ition is turned off if the parking lamps or headlamps have been manually left on This protects against draining the battery To restart the 10 minute timer turn the exterior lamp control to the off pos...

Page 190: ...Black plate 10 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 6 10 Lighting 2 NOTES...

Page 191: ...dio Players CD Player 7 16 CD DVD Player 7 19 MP3 7 23 Hard Drive Device HDD 7 27 Auxiliary Devices 7 33 Phone Bluetooth 7 35 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 7 43 I...

Page 192: ...more information see Defensive Driving on page 9 3 Notice Contact your dealer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the engine radi...

Page 193: ...Deterrent Feature TheftLock is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle s radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to...

Page 194: ...P Volume Power Press to turn the system on and off Volume Control VOL P Volume Power Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble BASS MI...

Page 195: ...the softkey under the desired tab to highlight the desired tone setting 3 To increase the highlighted setting do one of the following Turn the TUNE TONE knob clockwise Turn the MENU SELECT knob clock...

Page 196: ...ive the best possible sound quality Centerpoint Select to enable Bose Centerpoint signal processing circuitry Centerpoint creates a Bose surround sound listening experience from stereo CDs MP3s and sa...

Page 197: ...ess the CONFIG button to display the radio setup menu 3 Press the softkey under the AUTO VOL tab on the radio display 4 Press the softkey under the desired Speed Compensated Volume setting OFF Low Med...

Page 198: ...ation list Press the MENU SELECT knob to select the desired station INFO Press to display additional information that may be available for the current song When information is not available No Informa...

Page 199: ...h AM and FM the stations are arranged in frequency order Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is stopped Tune to favor...

Page 200: ...he radio will no longer be playing live radio Instead time shifted content is being played from the buffer When the radio is playing time shifted content from the buffer a buffer status bar shows belo...

Page 201: ...E TONE Turn to search for stations Press to enter the Tone menu MENU SELECT Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to scroll through the category list Press to select the desired category INFO Press to di...

Page 202: ...ng the presets favorites button and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has this feature FAV Favorites A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six softkeys below the radio...

Page 203: ...d the s REV or FWD buttons to rewind or fast forward through the time shift buffer Hold FWD until the end of the currently recorded buffer to resume live radio playback With live radio playing the rad...

Page 204: ...is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No CAT Info No category information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properly No Information No...

Page 205: ...vice SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service provides digital radio reception Tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals causing the sound to fade in and out In addition traveling or...

Page 206: ...y Store CDs in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust The CD player scans the bottom surface of the disc If the surface of a disc is damaged such as crac...

Page 207: ...ng a CD Single Disc Player With the printed side facing up insert a CD into the audio CD slot until it is drawn in The CD track number and a Shuffle tab display and playback begins If the ignition or...

Page 208: ...EK to go to the next track If SEEK or SEEK is held or pressed multiple times the player continues moving backward or forward through the tracks on the CD To use the TUNE TONE knob or the MENU SELECT k...

Page 209: ...an play audio discs and MP3 discs Discs that are 8 cm 3 in in diameter will not work in the CD DVD player The CD DVD player does not support the playback of DVD video discs If a DVD video disc is inse...

Page 210: ...or SEEK Press to select tracks TUNE TONE Turn and then press to select tracks MENU SELECT Turn and then press to select r j Play Pause Press to pause and restart CD or DVD playback s REV Fast Reverse...

Page 211: ...hen press the MENU SELECT knob to select the track Fast Forward and Rewind s REV Fast Reverse Press and hold to reverse playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elaps...

Page 212: ...ss changes playback to a speed of 4X 10X or 21X Press r j to resume normal playback FWD Fast Forward Press to advance playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume Press once to c...

Page 213: ...ects it could be for one of the following reasons The radio system does not support the playlist format the compressed audio format or the data file format It is very hot When the temperature returns...

Page 214: ...ayback Create playlists that have a m3u or wpl extension other file extensions may not work Minimize the length of the file folder or playlist names Long file folder or playlist names or a combination...

Page 215: ...go to the root folder The radio displays F1 DISC for the root directory Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD R or CD RW play in the following order Play begins from the first track in the first fol...

Page 216: ...keys below the folder tabs on the infotainment display To use the seek buttons Press the SEEK button to go to the start of the current track if more than five seconds have played Press the SEEK button...

Page 217: ...the beginning section of the list Press the second softkey under the display to go to the middle section of the list Press the third softkey under the display to go to the last section of the list Pla...

Page 218: ...es to determine the song artist album and genre information The Gracenote Database allows the radio to record an audio CD to the HDD and store the content using song artist album and genre information...

Page 219: ...io station that was on begins playing and a status bar appears on the top of the display when the recording process starts The status bar disappears when the process has ended The recorded songs are n...

Page 220: ...ying back all songs from the selected playlist in the order they were added AudioBook System is playing back AudioBook content HDD Menu 1 Press the MENU SELECT knob to display the HDD Menu 2 Turn the...

Page 221: ...ere is content on the hard drive from five individual artists Select the HDD Menu category to display the available items in each individual category then select an item from one of these submenus to...

Page 222: ...dicated favorites position Album Saves the album associated with the currently playing track in the indicated favorites position Genre Saves the genre associated with the currently playing track in th...

Page 223: ...ump to the previous or next song or commercial When the radio station is changed the buffer is cleared and automatically restarted for the current station You cannot rewind the content from a previous...

Page 224: ...the latest firmware from Apple The iPod firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes application See www apple com itunes Connecting a USB Storage Device Connect the USB storage device to the USB...

Page 225: ...e that came as standard equipment with the vehicle as part of the USB option The special iPod connection cable can also be purchased or made available from your dealer See your dealer for more informa...

Page 226: ...Not all phones support all functions and not all phones work with the Bluetooth system See www gm com bluetooth for more information on compatible phones Voice Recognition The Bluetooth system uses vo...

Page 227: ...er at the same time Up to five cell phones can be paired to the Bluetooth system The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving Pairing only needs to be completed once unless the pairing i...

Page 228: ...to delete is unknown see Listing All Paired and Connected Phones Connecting to a Different Phone To connect to a different cell phone the Bluetooth system looks for the next available cell phone in t...

Page 229: ...Hands Free after the tone 2 Say Digit Store 3 Say each digit one at a time that you want to store After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone After the l...

Page 230: ...all 3 Say 911 Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Using the Digit Dial Command The digit dial command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits on...

Page 231: ...isconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling Three Way Calling must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work 1 While on a call...

Page 232: ...cell phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds For vehicles with a navigation system say Hands Free after the tone 2 Say Bluetooth This command can be skipped 3 Say Voice The system responds with OK...

Page 233: ...RSS GEN 210 220 310 Trademarks and License Agreements Manufactured under license under U S Patent s 5 451 942 5 956 674 5 974 380 5 978 762 6 487 535 other U S and worldwide patents issued pending DT...

Page 234: ...marks of Gracenote in the United States and or other countries If you require more information regarding the use of the Gracenote Service visit www gracenote com corporate For the data provided by Gra...

Page 235: ...ing about who you are For more information see the web page for the Gracenote Privacy Policy for the Gracenote service The Gracenote Software and each item of Gracenote Data are licensed to you AS IS...

Page 236: ...Black plate 46 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 7 46 Infotainment System 2 NOTES...

Page 237: ...6 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 6 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system...

Page 238: ...r warm up depends on the outside temperature and the length of time that has elapsed since the vehicle was last driven 3 Wait for the system to regulate This may take from 10 to 30 minutes Then adjust...

Page 239: ...re Air is directed to the windshield floor and side window outlets When this mode is selected the system turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature...

Page 240: ...runs for about 10 minutes The defogger can also be turned off by turning off the engine The heated outside rearview mirrors turn on when the rear window defogger button is on and helps to clear fog o...

Page 241: ...over the sensors or the automatic climate control system will not work properly Air Quality Sensor For vehicles with an air quality sensor the climate control system adjusts to limit some exhaust fume...

Page 242: ...Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter traps most of the dust and pollen from the air entering the vehicle The filter will need to be changed periodically Se...

Page 243: ...more information 4 Remove the three screws that hold the screen in place and lift off the screen by lifting and sliding it toward the center of the vehicle 5 Pull out on the two tabs on each end of th...

Page 244: ...Black plate 8 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 8 8 Climate Controls 2 NOTES...

Page 245: ...ory Power RAP 9 21 Engine Coolant Heater 9 21 Shifting Into Park 9 22 Shifting out of Park 9 23 Parking Manual Transmission 9 23 Parking over Things That Burn 9 24 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 24 R...

Page 246: ...governments have enacted laws regarding driver distraction Become familiar with the local laws in your area To avoid distracted driving always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mind on...

Page 247: ...een you and the driver in front of you Focus on the task of driving Drunk Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy WARNING Drinking and then driving is very da...

Page 248: ...0 23 If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or because of a system malfunction the vehicle can be steered but may require increased effort See your dealer if there is a problem Curv...

Page 249: ...second skid if it occurs Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water snow ic...

Page 250: ...Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddle...

Page 251: ...ruments often Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain Tips for driving in these conditions include Keep the vehicle ser...

Page 252: ...nd makes the surface under the tires slick so there is even less traction Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the t...

Page 253: ...ate Control Systems in the Index For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 24 Run the engine for short periods only as needed to keep warm but be careful To save fuel run...

Page 254: ...ansmission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it mig...

Page 255: ...inflation see Tires on page 10 59 and Tire Pressure on page 10 67 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross...

Page 256: ...Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle See Trailer Towing CTS V and Coupe on page 9 56 or Trailer Towing Except CTS V and Coupe...

Page 257: ...label is attached to either the driver door edge or the lower center pillar on the driver side of the vehicle The label tells the gross weight capacity of the vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight R...

Page 258: ...of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle Secure loose items in the vehicle Do not leave a seat folded down unless needed Starting and Operating...

Page 259: ...ignition control knob can be turned to four different positions To shift out of P Park the ignition must be in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be applied Using a tool to forc...

Page 260: ...driving only shut the vehicle off in an emergency If the vehicle cannot be pulled over and must be shut off while driving switch the ignition to ACC ACCESSORY 2 ACC ACCESSORY This position allows you...

Page 261: ...is the only position in which the key can be removed This position locks the ignition and shift lever on automatic transmission vehicles and the ignition and steering wheel on manual transmission vehi...

Page 262: ...ify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes To shift the transmission out of P Park the ignition key has to be in ACC ACCESSORY or ON...

Page 263: ...e engine To rotate the ignition control knob put your foot on the brake pedal and turn the ignition control knob to the START position If the ignition control knob does not turn try pushing the knob i...

Page 264: ...ition switch to ACC ACCESSORY or LOCK OFF When first starting the vehicle the engine idle speed will be elevated to allow the catalytic converter an emissions control device to quickly reach operating...

Page 265: ...nd better fuel economy during engine warm up Plug in the coolant heater at least four hours before starting your vehicle An internal thermostat in the plug end of the cord may exist which will prevent...

Page 266: ...he vehicle when the engine is running If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly...

Page 267: ...Park 1 Apply the brake pedal 2 Release the parking brake See Parking Brake Electric on page 9 33 or Parking Brake Manual on page 9 33 3 Press the shift lever button 4 Move the shift lever If unable to...

Page 268: ...parking garages tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle exha...

Page 269: ...console between the front seats There are several different positions for the shift lever P Park This position locks the rear wheels Use this position when starting the engine because the vehicle cann...

Page 270: ...page 9 9 for additional information N Neutral In this position the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only You can also use N Neutral...

Page 271: ...SC or Tap Shift Notice Driving with the engine at a high rpm without upshifting while using Driver Shift Control DSC could damage the vehicle Always upshift when necessary while using DSC Vehicles wit...

Page 272: ...ward briefly or return the shift lever to D Drive With the shift lever in D Drive the tap shift controls will activate a temporary tap manual shift mode allowing the transmission to be manually shifte...

Page 273: ...ny reason the currently selected gear will flash multiple times indicating that the transmission has not shifted gears While in the DSC mode the CTS automatic transmission will automatically downshift...

Page 274: ...letely stop the vehicle and shift into R Reverse Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal The CTS V transmission prevents easily shifting into R Reverse using normal shif...

Page 275: ...limit See Tachometer on page 5 13 for more information Skip Shift CTS V Under light acceleration the transmission will only allow you to shift from 1 First to 4 Fourth Shifts from 1 First to 2 Second...

Page 276: ...o stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help the driver steer around...

Page 277: ...verheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving A warning chime w...

Page 278: ...plied the BRAKE light will be on and the DIC message PARK BRAKE SET will be displayed While the brake is being applied the status light will flash until full apply is reached If the light does not com...

Page 279: ...error in another system and is operating with reduced functionality To release the EPB when this light is on push down on the EPB switch and hold it in the down position EPB release may take a longer...

Page 280: ...n Control System TCS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions On a rear wheel drive vehicle the system operates if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are...

Page 281: ...StabiliTrak It is an advanced computer controlled system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions StabiliTrak activates when the system senses a discrepanc...

Page 282: ...ILITRAK COMPETITIVE MODE displays in the Driver Information Center DIC While in the StabiliTrak Competitive Mode the StabiliTrak Off light comes on TCS does not limit wheel spin and more effort is req...

Page 283: ...he center of the instrument panel to change modes Limited Slip Rear Axle Vehicles with a limited slip rear axle can give more traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel When traction is low this feature...

Page 284: ...t speed from memory Setting Cruise Control If the cruise button is on when not in use it could get bumped and go into cruise when not desired Keep the cruise control switch off when cruise is not bein...

Page 285: ...wn to the previous set cruise speed Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hill...

Page 286: ...gle tone sounds to indicate the system is working URPA operates only at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph An obstacle is indicated by audible beeps The interval between the beeps becomes shorter as the ve...

Page 287: ...normal operation A tow bar is attached to the vehicle The bumper is damaged Take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system Other conditions such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the compressi...

Page 288: ...t come on when approaching or passing other vehicles SBZA displays may come on when a vehicle you have passed remains in or drops back into the detection zone for more than two seconds SBZA can be dis...

Page 289: ...e driver has turned the system off SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE This message indicates that the SBZA system is disabled because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect vehicles...

Page 290: ...e last screen that had been displayed or the video image will automatically disappear from the mirror after a delay The delay after shifting out of R Reverse is approximately five seconds The delay ca...

Page 291: ...might not work properly or display a clear image if the following occurs It is dark The sun or the beam of headlamps is shining directly into the camera lens Ice snow mud or anything else builds up o...

Page 292: ...e VIN is at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number VIN on page 12 1 Recommended Fuel If the vehicle has a V6 engine use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane r...

Page 293: ...Emissions Standards the vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance might be affected The malfunction indicator lamp could turn...

Page 294: ...le in your area We recommend that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 15 ethanol must not be us...

Page 295: ...kwise While refueling hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door If the fuel cap is not installed properly a message will appear on the Driver Information Center display See Fuel System...

Page 296: ...damage the fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 19 Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause...

Page 297: ...ver 80 km h 50 mph and do not make starts at full throttle Vehicles with automatic transmissions can tow in D Drive but M Manual Mode is recommended See Manual Mode on page 9 27 Use a lower gear if th...

Page 298: ...nd the passed vehicle before returning to the lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand To move the trailer to the left move your hand to the left To move the trailer to the...

Page 299: ...he vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous If something goes wrong the rig could start to move People can be injured and both the vehicle and the trailer can be damaged When possi...

Page 300: ...with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than...

Page 301: ...Limits on page 9 10 The trailer tongue 1 should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight 2 After loading the trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the wei...

Page 302: ...Trailer Brakes Does the trailer have its own brakes Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed adjusted and maintained properly Because the vehicle has an...

Page 303: ...id 10 24 Brakes 10 25 Brake Fluid 10 26 Battery 10 27 All Wheel Drive 10 28 Starter Switch Check 10 28 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 29 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 1...

Page 304: ...essure Monitor Operation 10 70 Tire Inspection 10 73 Tire Rotation 10 73 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 75 Buying New Tires 10 76 Different Size Tires and Wheels 10 78 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 1...

Page 305: ...lithium batteries contained in Remote Keyless Entry transmitters may contain perchlorate materials Special handling may be necessary For additional information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perch...

Page 306: ...knowledge service manual tools or parts Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work If doing some of your own service work use t...

Page 307: ...Hood To open the hood 1 Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it It is inside the vehicle on the lower side of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary ho...

Page 308: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview CTS 3 6L V6 Engine Shown 3 0L V6 Engine Similar...

Page 309: ...age 10 101 4 Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 10 101 5 Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 8 6 6 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 17 7 Power Steering...

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Page 311: ...10 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil on page 10 10 7 Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 8 6 8 Intercooler System Pressure Cap See Cooling System on page 10 17 9 Engine Cooling Fans Out of Vie...

Page 312: ...rd until it is clear of the smaller piece 3 Lift and remove the engine cover 4 Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall the engine cover Engine Oil To ensure proper engine performance and long life careful atte...

Page 313: ...ing the Right Engine Oil in this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Notice Do not add too much oil O...

Page 314: ...specification and displaying the dexos certification mark are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage...

Page 315: ...hanged at 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil...

Page 316: ...nual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to a dealer for s...

Page 317: ...and replace it at the first oil change after each 80 000 km 50 000 mile interval See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine o...

Page 318: ...d properly in the air cleaner housing 2 Align the air cleaner housing cover tabs to the air cleaner housing 3 Install the air cleaner housing cover 4 Install the air cleaner housing cover screws 5 Ins...

Page 319: ...rking temperature 3 6L V6 Shown 3 0L V6 Engine and 6 2L V8 Engine Similar 1 Engine Cooling Fan s Out of View 2 Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood...

Page 320: ...the cooling system can be dangerous Plain water and other liquids can boil before the proper coolant mixture will The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or t...

Page 321: ...LD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done If the engine is warm or hot the coolant...

Page 322: ...ing the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to slightly above the FROID FULL COLD line on the side of the coolant surge tank 4 With the coolant surg...

Page 323: ...0 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant fill bottle but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done Adding Coolant to the Intercooler System Coolant CTS V 1 R...

Page 324: ...do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced Notice Running the engine without coolant may cause damage or a fire Vehicle damage would not be covered by the warranty See Overheated...

Page 325: ...e for three minutes while parked If the warning is still displayed turn off the engine until it cools down Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode next in this section Overheated Engine P...

Page 326: ...ure may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid The WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC when...

Page 327: ...d evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Trav...

Page 328: ...gs are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system WARNING If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on the engine and burn if the engine...

Page 329: ...harm Wash hands after handling After a power loss such as disconnecting the battery or removing the maxi fuses in the power distribution fuse block the following steps must be performed to calibrate...

Page 330: ...To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the transfer case you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough...

Page 331: ...NG When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle I...

Page 332: ...icle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your...

Page 333: ...lade assembly by sliding it over the wiper arm to engage the J hooked end Pull up on the assembly to lock it into place 8 Repeat the steps for the other wiper Rear Wiper Blade Replacement Wagon The re...

Page 334: ...eset and should need no further adjustment If the vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the pr...

Page 335: ...fog lamp bulb 1 Pull out the push pins on the underside of the protection shield to remove the shield 2 Reach up behind the front bumper area from under the vehicle to access the lamp housing 3 Remov...

Page 336: ...bulbs 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 2 18 Passenger Side Shown Driver Side Similar 2 Push the left end of the lamp assembly toward the right 3 Turn the lamp assembly down to remove it from t...

Page 337: ...rotect power devices in the vehicle Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced the same amperage fuse can be b...

Page 338: ...d relays see Engine Compartment Fuse Block CTS V Wagon on page 10 47 or Engine Compartment Fuse Block CTS Coupe and Sedan on page 10 36 or Engine Compartment Fuse Block CTS V Coupe and Sedan on page 1...

Page 339: ...ody Control Module 1 25 Automatic Forward Lighting System HID Only 26 Body Control Module 5 Mini Fuses Usage 27 Body Control Module 4 28 Navigation Motor 29 All Wheel Drive 30 Transmission Control Mod...

Page 340: ...ge 52 Engine Control Module Ignition Transmission Control Module Ignition 54 Power Moding Immobilizer Module Ignition Switch 55 Not Used 56 Windshield Wipers 57 Right Low Beam HID Only 58 Daytime Runn...

Page 341: ...14 Electric Parking Brake 15 Not Used 16 Not Used 17 Blower Motor 18 Rear Window Defogger 37 Not Used Relays Usage 1 Cooling Fan 2 2 Cooling Fan 1 3 Starter 4 Rear Window Defogger 5 Instrument Panel A...

Page 342: ...Powertrain 68 Windshield Wipers High Speed Engine Compartment Fuse Block CTS V Coupe and Sedan This fuse block is on the left side of the engine compartment Lift the fuse block cover to access the fu...

Page 343: ...Control Module 1 25 Automatic Forward Lighting System HID Only 26 Body Control Module 5 Mini Fuses Usage 27 Body Control Module 4 28 Navigation Motor 29 Not Used 30 Transmission Control Module Battery...

Page 344: ...Module Ignition Switch 55 Intercooler Pump Mini Fuses Usage 56 Windshield Wipers 57 Right Low Beam HID Only 58 Left Low Beam HID Only 59 Right Daytime Running Lamp HID Only 60 Instrument Panel Auxili...

Page 345: ...sion Control Relays Usage 1 Cooling Fan 2 2 Cooling Fan 1 3 Starter 4 Rear Window Defogger 5 Instrument Panel Auxiliary Power Outlet 12 Horn 20 Headlamp Washer HID Only 21 Cooling Fan Series Parallel...

Page 346: ...access the fuses The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any e...

Page 347: ...amp Domestic Non HID Only 41 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch 43 Low Beam Daytime Running Lamps non HID Left Daytime Running Lamps HID Left Trailer Turn Signal Export Only 46 Left High Beam Headlamp...

Page 348: ...Control Module 73 Emissions 2 74 Odd Ignition Coils Mini Fuses Usage 75 Transmission Output Speed Sensor Brake Vacuum Relay 76 Spare 77 Spare 78 Spare 79 Spare 80 Spare 81 Spare J Case Fuses Usage 6 C...

Page 349: ...Lamps HID Only 48 High Beam Headlamps Relays Usage 49 Daytime Running Lamps Non HID Low Beam Headlamps HID 53 Not Used 63 Main Ignition 66 Windshield Wipers 67 Powertrain 68 Windshield Wipers High Sp...

Page 350: ...Control Module 1 25 Automatic Forward Lighting System HID Only 26 Body Control Module 5 Mini Fuses Usage 27 Body Control Module 4 28 Navigation Motor 29 Not Used 30 Transmission Control Module Battery...

Page 351: ...56 Windshield Wipers Mini Fuses Usage 57 Right Low Beam HID Only 58 Left Low Beam HID Only 59 Right Daytime Running Lamp HID Only 60 Instrument Panel Auxiliary Power Outlet 61 Air Quality Sensor Insi...

Page 352: ...lamp Washer HID Only 21 Cooling Fan Series Parallel 32 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch 39 Not Used 42 Right Daytime Running Lamp 44 Left Daytime Running Lamp HID 45 Front Fog Lamps HID Only 48 High...

Page 353: ...9 Right Position Lamp Export Only 10 Console Auxiliary Power Outlet Relays Usage 11 Sedan Trunk Release Coupe Rear Fog Export Only 12 Side Marker Lamps 13 Left Position Lamps Mini Fuses Usage 14 Right...

Page 354: ...heft Deterrent System Universal Garage Door Opener 35 Memory Seat Module 36 Passenger Door Module 38 Side Blind Zone Alert Coupe Only 39 Amplifier Circuit Breakers Usage 1 Driver Power Seat Switch 2 P...

Page 355: ...Right Position Lamp Export Only 10 Console Auxiliary Power Outlet Relays Usage 11 Sedan Trunk Release Coupe Rear Fog Export Only 12 Side Marker Lamps 13 Left Position Lamps Mini Fuses Usage 14 Right...

Page 356: ...Stop Lamps Export Only Mini Fuses Usage 34 Theft Deterrent System Universal Garage Door Opener 35 Memory Seat Module 36 Passenger Door Module 38 Side Blind Zone Alert Coupe Only 39 Amplifier Circuit B...

Page 357: ...ght Position Lamp Export Only 10 Console Auxiliary Power Outlet Relays Usage 11 Not Used 12 Side Marker Lamps 13 Left Position Lamps Mini Fuses Usage 14 Right Position Lamp 15 Left Position Lamp 16 Do...

Page 358: ...s Usage 34 Theft Deterrent System Universal Garage Door Opener 35 Memory Seat Module 36 Passenger Door Module 38 Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet 39 Amplifier Circuit Breakers Usage 1 Driver Power Seat Swi...

Page 359: ...ht Position Lamp Export Only 10 Console Auxiliary Power Outlet 11 Not Used Relays Usage 12 Side Marker Lamps 13 Left Position Lamps Mini Fuses Usage 14 Right Position Lamp 15 Left Position Lamp 16 Doo...

Page 360: ...System 29 Engine Control Module 30 Canister Vent 31 Rear Differential Cooling Pump 33 Stop Lamps Export Only Mini Fuses Usage 34 Theft Deterrent System Universal Garage Door Opener 35 Memory Seat Mod...

Page 361: ...use serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or bro...

Page 362: ...vered roads Consider installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on snow or ice covered roads is expected See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire...

Page 363: ...xcellent durability and low noise levels In severe winter climates where snowfall may be significant these tires may be found to provide less traction Summer Tires This vehicle may come with high perf...

Page 364: ...esent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 4 Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers foll...

Page 365: ...ire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture 4 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that...

Page 366: ...ode A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means be...

Page 367: ...ifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation DOT Motor Vehicle Safety Standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator w...

Page 368: ...l of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflatio...

Page 369: ...hicle showing the vehicle capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading Information Label under Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 Tire Pre...

Page 370: ...ation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflation pressure is low add air until the recommended pressure is...

Page 371: ...d 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 has tires o...

Page 372: ...3 20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a...

Page 373: ...he GM approved tire sealant available through your dealer or included in the vehicle Factory installed Tire Inflator Kits use a GM approved liquid tire sealant Using non approved tire sealants could d...

Page 374: ...after rotating the vehicle s tires or replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors Also the TPMS sensor matching process should be performed after replacing a spare tire with a road tire containing the T...

Page 375: ...bel Tire Inspection We recommend that the tires including the spare tire if the vehicle has one be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Replace the tire if The indicators at thr...

Page 376: ...e indicating the proper direction of rotation or will have left or right molded on the sidewall Use this rotation pattern if the vehicle has different size tires on the front and rear and they are non...

Page 377: ...scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build up D...

Page 378: ...GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec system rating W...

Page 379: ...e vehicle resulting in a crash or other vehicle damage Use the correct size brand and type of tire on all four wheels WARNING Using bias ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to dev...

Page 380: ...ed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 10 76 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire...

Page 381: ...ete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hy...

Page 382: ...se the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it Some aluminum wheels can be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know...

Page 383: ...o avoid vehicle damage drive slowly and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle Do not spin the wheels If traction devices are used install them on the rear tires If a Tire G...

Page 384: ...at tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided with the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tire If...

Page 385: ...an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and eve...

Page 386: ...adside Service U S and Canada on page 13 7 or Roadside Service Mexico on page 13 9 Read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions The kit includes 1 Selector Switch Sealant Ai...

Page 387: ...ure Gauge 4 Pressure Deflation Button 5 Tire Sealant Canister 6 Sealant Air Hose Clear 7 Air Only Hose Black 8 Power Plug When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm t...

Page 388: ...ry power outlets See Power Outlets on page 5 9 If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarette lighter Do no...

Page 389: ...essor kit off The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tire therefore Steps 12 18 must be done immediately after Step 11 B...

Page 390: ...8 kPa 10 psi from the recommended inflation pressure inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure 20 Wipe off any sealant from the wheel tire and vehicle 21 Dispose of the used sealant canis...

Page 391: ...ed close to the ground so the hose will reach it 4 Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise 5 Attach the air only hose 7 onto the tire valve stem by turning it...

Page 392: ...ealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage 12 Unplug the power plug 8 from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 13 Disconnect the air only hose 7 from the tire valve stem by turnin...

Page 393: ...age 2 17 2 Remove the retainer that holds the tire sealant and compressor kit in place 3 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from the foam container To store the tire sealant and compressor kit...

Page 394: ...ctions To store the tire sealant and compressor kit reverse the steps Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Sedan The tire sealant and compressor kit is in the trunk in one of the following loca...

Page 395: ...ed 6 Strap To access the spare tire and jacking equipment 1 Remove the spare tire cover 2 Remove the foam cover if equipped 3 Remove the stow rod cap by pulling it straight up off of the rod 4 Turn th...

Page 396: ...e connector wire 2 3 Pull the subwoofer 4 up to remove it from the stow rod 3 Remove the spare tire 2 and place it next to the flat tire 4 Remove the jack 3 wheel wrench 5 and extension 6 if the vehic...

Page 397: ...hicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided with the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tire WARNING Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even mak...

Page 398: ...ting notches on the plastic molding as shown 7 Put the compact spare tire near you 8 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact...

Page 399: ...ounded end of the nuts toward the wheel 13 Tighten each wheel nut by turning it clockwise with your hand until the wheel is held against the hub 14 Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counte...

Page 400: ...irmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools WARNING Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudd...

Page 401: ...4 Wheel Spoke 5 D rings 1 Return all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover on 2 Put the flat tire in the tire storage bag if there is one 3 Place the...

Page 402: ...rrectly inflated after being installed on the vehicle The compact spare tire is designed for temporary use only The vehicle will perform differently with the spare tire installed and it is recommended...

Page 403: ...It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt...

Page 404: ...ocation as shown in the illustration It is on the left side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 You should always use this remote ground location instead of the term...

Page 405: ...hat the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should kno...

Page 406: ...connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Your vehicle s remote negative ground location...

Page 407: ...behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Dolly tow...

Page 408: ...four wheels on the ground If a rear wheel drive vehicle must be towed a dolly or a trailer should be used If an all wheel drive vehicle must be towed a trailer should be used See Dolly Towing followi...

Page 409: ...e ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle with any of its wheels on the ground All wheel drive vehicles can only be towed with all four wheels on a trailer Appea...

Page 410: ...cessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should be done to remove residue from the paint finish See...

Page 411: ...Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the...

Page 412: ...replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corros...

Page 413: ...not use laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers For liquid cleaners use approximately 20 drops per 3 78 L 1 gal of water A concentrated soap solution will leave a residue that creates...

Page 414: ...cleaning cloth 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution followed only by club soda or plain water If the soil is not completely removed it may be necessary to use a commercial...

Page 415: ...nt panel Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions Notice Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces If an air fres...

Page 416: ...is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Use...

Page 417: ...nance Records Maintenance Records 11 17 General Information Your vehicle is an important investment This section describes the required maintenance for the vehicle Follow this schedule to help protect...

Page 418: ...vehicles maintenance needs vary There may need to be more frequent checks and services The Additional Required Services Normal are for vehicles that Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limi...

Page 419: ...vehicle s oil life monitor system Tire rotation every 12 000 km 7 500 mi Engine air cleaner filter replacement Passenger compartment air filter replacement Multi point vehicle inspection MPVI performe...

Page 420: ...llowing services See Tire Rotation on page 10 73 Check engine oil level and oil life percentage If needed change engine oil and filter and reset oil life system See Engine Oil on page 10 10 and Engine...

Page 421: ...heck on page 10 29 Check ignition transmission lock See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10 29 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism...

Page 422: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 11 6 Service and Maintenance...

Page 423: ...n in air flow excessive window fogging or odors 3 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve if the vehicle has one works properly Rep...

Page 424: ...Black plate 8 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 11 8 Service and Maintenance...

Page 425: ...oses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve if the vehicle has one works properly Replace as needed 4 Or every four years whichever comes first 5 Do not directly power was...

Page 426: ...to start the vehicle maintain a battery with full cranking power Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion f...

Page 427: ...ance or uneven tire wear As part of the multi point inspection trained dealer technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking blown seals or damage and can advise when serv...

Page 428: ...quipment to ensure proper wheel alignment Windshield For safety appearance and the best viewing keep the windshield clean and clear Signs of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer te...

Page 429: ...ulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 88863461 in Canada 88863462 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Hydraulic P...

Page 430: ...s Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 1...

Page 431: ...aler Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 3 0L V6 Engine 15875795 A3096C 3 6L V6 Engine 15875795 A3096C 6 2L V8 Engine 25898499 A3105C Engine Oil Filter 3 0L V6 Engine 251...

Page 432: ...intenance Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Wiper Blades Except CTS V Driver Side 56 5 cm 22 in 15890062 Passenger Side 53 3 cm 21 in 15890064 Wiper Blades CTS V Driver Side 56 5 cm 22 in 207914...

Page 433: ...11 17 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all mai...

Page 434: ...Black plate 18 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 11 18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed...

Page 435: ...gh the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the V...

Page 436: ...on Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more...

Page 437: ...lter Replacement 3 0LV6 Engine 6 Speed Automatic 6 3 L 6 7 qt 3 6LV6 Engine 6 Speed Automatic 6 3 L 6 7 qt 6 2LV8 Engine 6 Speed Automatic 6 3 L 6 7 qt 3 0LV6 Engine 6 Speed Manual 1 8 L 1 9 qt 6 2LV8...

Page 438: ...al 2013 CRC 4 18 12 12 4 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3 0LV6 Engine 5 Automatic Manual 1 1 mm 0 043 in 3 6LV6 Engine 3 Automatic 1 1 mm 0 043 in 6 2...

Page 439: ...Black plate 5 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 Technical Data 12 5 Engine Drive Belt Routing CTS V6 Engines CTS V 6 2L V8 Engine...

Page 440: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 12 6 Technical Data 2 NOTES...

Page 441: ...cts to the Canadian Government 13 18 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 18 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 19 Event Data Recorders 13 19 OnStar 13 2...

Page 442: ...le However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights T...

Page 443: ...partial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitra...

Page 444: ...rs for support if needed STEP THREE If your case is not resolved in a reasonable amount of time by your dealer please call the General Motors Customer Assistance Center CAC and provide the following i...

Page 445: ...day 08 00 to 20 00 hours and Saturdays from 08 00 to 15 00 hours All e mail inquiries to the Customer Assistance Center CAC should be sent to cac cadillac gm com Mexico From Mexico City 5329 0816 From...

Page 446: ...location maps phone numbers and hours J Warranty Tracking Information Track the vehicle s warranty information J Recall Information View active recalls or search by Vehicle Identification Number VIN S...

Page 447: ...Text Telephone TTY Users U S Only 1 888 889 2438 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Service When calling Roadside Service have the following information ready Your name h...

Page 448: ...is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service to jump start a dead battery Trip Interruption Benefits and Service If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure incidental expenses...

Page 449: ...side Service Mexico As a new owner your vehicle is automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program The services are available at no cost under the terms and conditions of the program The Roa...

Page 450: ...f the vehicle is in another city outside of your residence Roadside Assistance is limited to moving the vehicle to the nearest dealer If you would like the vehicle moved to a different dealer you will...

Page 451: ...mplimentary Transportation for Vehicle Pick Up Transportation to pick up your vehicle after repairs are complete Once the dealer has reported that the vehicle has been repaired Roadside Assistance wil...

Page 452: ...de Assistance services are of no cost to you and available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Costs are only incurred in situations that exceed the limits of the program some of which are listed previousl...

Page 453: ...roviding several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer one of the following Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transporta...

Page 454: ...the vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts Poorly performed collision repairs...

Page 455: ...insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts When purchasing insurance we recommend that you ensure that the vehicle will be repaired with GM original equipment collision parts If...

Page 456: ...air using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if the vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM...

Page 457: ...tion Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery All listed prices are quoted in U...

Page 458: ...that the vehicle has a safety defect notify Transport Canada immediately and notify General Motors of Canada Limited Call Transport Canada at 1 800 333 0510 or write to Transport Canada Road Safety B...

Page 459: ...ing how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle...

Page 460: ...rs and other trip information See the navigation manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions Radio Frequency Identification RFID RFID technology is used in some vehicles for fu...

Page 461: ...lid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Push or call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Push to Make a call end a call or answer an incoming call Gi...

Page 462: ...arrive Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if the vehicle is equipped with these services OnStar can unlock the vehicle door...

Page 463: ...s voice commands Get My Destination 1 Push System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my destination System responds with address and the distance to the destination then responds with OnStar...

Page 464: ...911 without pausing The system responds 911 4 Say Call The system responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Push System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free...

Page 465: ...hip has changed OnStar may send a voice message to the vehicle requesting updated account information Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Push and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as p...

Page 466: ...FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Services for People with Disabilities Advisors provide services to help subscribers with physical disabilities and medical conditions Push f...

Page 467: ...ystem should still operate to call OnStar However OnStar could have difficulty identifying the exact location In emergency situations OnStar can use the last stored GPS location to send to emergency r...

Page 468: ...e 9 58 Added electrical equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate Privacy The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may be found at www onstar com Privacy...

Page 469: ...When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 23 Where Are the Airbags 3 22 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 32 Passenger Status Indicator 5 18 Readiness Light 5 17 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 31...

Page 470: ...ID Lighting 10 33 License Plate Lamps 10 33 10 34 Buying New Tires 10 76 C Calibration 5 7 California Fuel Requirements 9 49 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 3 Camera Rear Vision 9 4...

Page 471: ...4 Cooling System 10 17 Engine Messages 5 34 Courtesy Transportation Program 13 13 Cover Cargo 4 2 Engine 10 9 Cruise Control 9 39 Light 5 27 Messages 5 34 Cupholders 4 1 Customer Assistance 13 5 Offic...

Page 472: ...10 40 10 44 10 47 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 10 36 Overload 10 35 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 10 50 10 52 10 54 10 56 Emergency OnStar 14 2 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 10 15 Check and Service Engine Soo...

Page 473: ...9 48 Additives 9 49 Economy Driving 1 24 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 9 52 Filling the Tank 9 50 Foreign Countries 9 49 Gasoline Specifications 9 49 Gauge 5 13 Recommended 9 48 Requirements Cali...

Page 474: ...Beam On Light 5 26 High Speed Operation 10 68 Highway Hypnosis 9 7 Hill and Mountain Roads 9 7 Hood 10 5 Horn 5 4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 3 13 Hydraulic Clutch 10 14 I Ignition Positions 9 1...

Page 475: ...nger 6 2 Safety Belt Reminders 5 16 Security 5 26 StabiliTrak OFF 5 23 Tire Pressure 5 25 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak 5 24 Up Shift 5 23 Limited Slip Rear Axle 9 39 Locks Automatic Door 2...

Page 476: ...ata Recording and Privacy 13 20 Net Cargo 4 4 Net Convenience 4 5 New Vehicle Break In 9 14 O Object Detection System Messages 5 39 Object Detection Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 9 43 Odometer 5 13 Trip...

Page 477: ...dows 2 28 Pregnancy Using Safety Belts 3 18 Privacy Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 20 Program Courtesy Transportation 13 13 Proposition 65 Warning California 10 3 R Radio Frequency Identificat...

Page 478: ...rs 5 16 Replacing after a Crash 3 19 Use During Pregnancy 3 18 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 13 18 General Motors 13 18 U S Government 13 17 Safety Locks 2 16 Safety System Check 3 18 S...

Page 479: ...Console 4 2 Convenience Net 4 5 Glove Box 4 1 Instrument Panel 4 1 Roof Rack System 4 6 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 91 10 92 Stuck Vehicle 9 9 Sun Visors 2 30 Sunroof 2 30 Symbols i...

Page 480: ...56 Transmission Automatic 9 25 Fluid Automatic 10 14 Fluid Manual 10 14 Messages 5 44 Transportation Program Courtesy 13 13 Trip Odometer 5 13 Trunk 2 17 Turn and Lane Change Signals 6 5 U Ultrasonic...

Page 481: ...d Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 5 Washer Fluid 10 24 Messages 5 45 Washer Headlamps 5 6 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 80 Different Size 10 78 Replacement 10 80 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 75...

Page 482: ...Black plate 14 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual 2013 CRC 4 18 12 i 14 INDEX 2 NOTES...

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