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Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

11-16

Service and Maintenance

Part

GM Part Number

ACDelco Part Number

Wiper Blades

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Except CTS-V

Driver Side

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56.5 cm (22 in)

15890062

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Passenger Side

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53.3 cm (21 in)

15890064

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Wiper Blades

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CTS-V

Driver Side

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56.5 cm (22 in)

20791461

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Passenger Side

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53.3 cm (21 in)

20791462

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Rear Wiper Blade (Wagon)

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30.5 cm (12 in)

20825882

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Summary of Contents for 2014 Cadillac CTS

Page 1: ... 4 2 Roof Rack System 4 6 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 10 Information Displays 5 27 Vehicle Messages 5 31 Vehicle Personalization 5 46 Universal Remote System 5 54 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 6 Lighting Features 6 7 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 8 Audio Players 7 16 Phone 7 35 Trademarks and License A...

Page 2: ...re 10 112 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance 11 3 Maintenance Schedule 11 4 Special Application Services 11 10 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 10 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 13 Maintenance Records 11 17 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reportin...

Page 3: ...t to the printing 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 name General Motors of Canada Limited for Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners ...

Page 4: ...des information on risk of accident or injury Disregarding this information may lead to injury Caution Text marked Caution provides information that may indicate a hazard that could result in injury or death It could also result in possible damage to the vehicle A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do not let this happen Symbols The vehicle has c...

Page 5: ...nformation on the symbol refer to the Index 9 Airbag Readiness Light Air 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 Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Heated Steering Wheel j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp O...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014443 2014 CRC 4 3 13 vi Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ...ger Sensing System 1 11 Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 11 Interior Lighting 1 12 Exterior Lighting 1 12 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 13 Climate Controls 1 14 Transmission 1 14 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 15 Satellite Radio 1 15 Portable Audio Devices 1 16 Bluetooth 1 16 Steering Wheel Controls 1 16 Cruise Control 1 17 Navigation System 1 17 Driver Information Center DIC 1 18 Rear Vision Camera RVC 1 19 U...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014443 2014 CRC 4 3 13 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel CTS Shown CTS V Similar ...

Page 9: ...page 7 1 14 Parking Brake Release Lever See Parking Brake Manual on page 9 34 or Parking Brake Electric on page 9 35 15 Hood Release See Hood on page 10 5 16 Cruise Control on page 9 41 Heated Steering Wheel on page 5 4 If Equipped Traction Control System TCS Disable Button CTS V Model Only See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 38 17 Tap Shift Controls If Equipped Located on ...

Page 10: ...ng 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 Entry RKE System On some models the RKE transmitter is used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 20 m 65 ft away from the vehicle On other models it can be used up to 60 m 195 ft away Sedan and Coup...

Page 11: ...art press the brake pedal and turn the ignition 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 on The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes Repeat the steps for a 10 minute time extension Remote start can be extended only once Canceling a Remot...

Page 12: ...oor release handle or press Q or K on the RKE transmitter See Door Locks on page 2 13 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access on page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access on page 2 9 Power Door Locks Sedan Wagon Shown Coupe Similar Q Press to lock the doors K Press to unlock the doors See Power Door Locks on page 2 15 Liftgate Power Liftgate Vehicles wit...

Page 13: ...er the liftgate handle and pull up on the handle To close the liftgate pull down on the pull cup See Liftgate on page 2 19 Trunk Release To open the trunk Press the trunk release button on the driver door The shift lever must be in P Park or N Neutral for automatic transmissions For manual transmissions the shift lever must be in Neutral and the parking brake set Press V on the Remote Keyless Entr...

Page 14: ...at Adjustment 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 the front or rear of the horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4 Use the ver...

Page 15: ...ecrease support to the entire seatback See Lumbar Adjustment 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 cushion bolsters Press the top or bottom of the control 3 to increase or decrease support in the seatback bolsters See Lumbar Adjustment on...

Page 16: ... the off setting The lights on the climate control display indicate 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 and adjusted properly To achieve a comfortable seating position change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keepi...

Page 17: ... visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 18 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 to lock the steering wheel in place Power Tilt Wheel If equipped with the power tilt and telesco...

Page 18: ...r more information see Reading Lamps on page 6 6 Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 6 Exterior Lighting The exterior lamp control is toward the end of the turn signal lever O Turn the band with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps The exterior lamp control has four positions O Turns off all lamps except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL AUTO Automatically turns the exterior lam...

Page 19: ...es 1 Use for slow wipes 2 Use for fast wipes Windshield Washer Warning In freezing weather do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form 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 windshield and the wi...

Page 20: ...ir 12 Rear Window Defogger See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 Transmission Automatic Transmission Driver Shift Control DSC or Tap Shift DSC allows shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission DSC can be enabled through the shift lever or the Tap Shift controls on the back of the steering wheel if equipped See Manual Mode on page 9 28 Manual Transmission Sk...

Page 21: ... button Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites each having six favorite stations available per page Each page of favorites can contain 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 connected with any other vehicle system and runs b...

Page 22: ... in the center console External devices such as iPods laptop computers MP3 players CD changers and USB drives may be connected depending 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 system and controls The Bluetooth enabled mobile phone must be pa...

Page 23: ... interact with OnStar or Bluetooth For vehicles with a navigation system OnStar or Bluetooth 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 to turn the system on or off The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is on RES Press ...

Page 24: ...rsonalization menu The DIC buttons are on the instrument panel next to the steering wheel 3 Press to scroll through the trip and fuel displays T Press to scroll through the vehicle information displays U Press to customize the feature settings on your vehicle See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 46 V Press to reset certain DIC features and to acknowledge DIC warning messages and clear them from t...

Page 25: ...r Parking Assist URPA uses audible beeps to provide distance and system information Keep the sensors on the vehicle s rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 43 Power Outlets Accessory power outlets 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 c...

Page 26: ...ss open or express close the sunshade To stop the sunshade partway press the switch 1 a second time The passenger side switch 2 operates the sunroof Vent Coupe only press and hold the front of the switch 2 to vent the sunroof The sunshade will automatically open approximately 38 cm 15 in Press and hold the rear of the switch 2 to close the sunroof vent Express Open Express Close Press and release ...

Page 27: ...liTrak button Y again to turn traction control back on 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 appropriate DIC message displays See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 41 Press the TCS StabiliTrak button Y again to turn on both systems See Tracti...

Page 28: ...NGINE 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 oil change Resetting the Oil Life System 1 Using the DIC display OIL LIFE REMAINING See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 27 and Engine Oil Messages on page 5 36 2 Press V and hold for two seconds to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and reset the oil...

Page 29: ...imits or drive more slowly when conditions require Keep vehicle tires properly inflated Combine several trips into a single trip Replace the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded 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 New Cadillac owners are automatica...

Page 30: ...Black plate 24 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014443 2014 CRC 4 3 13 1 24 In Brief 2 NOTES ...

Page 31: ...ntral Door Unlocking System 2 15 Power Door Locks 2 15 Delayed Locking 2 15 Automatic Door Locks 2 16 Lockout Protection 2 16 Safety Locks Sedan and Wagon 2 16 Doors Trunk 2 17 Liftgate 2 19 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 23 Vehicle Alarm System 2 23 Immobilizer 2 24 Immobilizer Operation Key Access 2 24 Immobilizer Operation Keyless Access 2 25 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 26 Power Mirr...

Page 32: ...rs could be seriously injured or killed They could operate the power window or other controls or make the vehicle move The windows will function with the key in the ignition or with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key or an RKE transmitter One of the following keys comes w...

Page 33: ...17 Keyless Access If the vehicle has the Keyless Access System the transmitter has a thin button near the bottom of the transmitter used to remove the key Press the button and pull the key out Do not pull the key out without pressing the button Key Access If the vehicle has the Key Access System there is no key in the transmitter Caution If the transmitter does not have a button near the base do n...

Page 34: ...dio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If the transmitter is still not working correctly see your dealer or a qualified technician for...

Page 35: ...ect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 4 With Remote Start Shown without and Wagon Similar Q Lock Press once to lock the doors The turn signal indicators flash When Q is pressed twice the turn signal indicators flash twice and the horn sounds once to confirm locking To program the vehicle so the turn signal indicators do not flash and the horn does not...

Page 36: ...ory seat position for driver 1 will be recalled when using the transmitter labeled 1 if enabled through the DIC See Memory Seats on page 3 7 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5 46 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 purchased and programmed through your dealer The vehicle can be ...

Page 37: ... program additional transmitters repeat Steps 6 9 Programming without a Recognized Transmitter United States owners are permitted to program a new transmitter to their vehicle when a recognized transmitter is not available The Canadian immobilizer standard requires that Canadian owners see their dealer for programming new transmitters when two recognized transmitters are not available The procedur...

Page 38: ...ronic key number Up to eight transmitters can be programmed The DIC displays MAXIMUM ELECTRONIC KEYS LEARNED and exits the programming mode 14 Press the ignition control knob if programming is complete 15 Press K on each newly programmed transmitter to complete the process Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays ...

Page 39: ...bject inserted into the slot on the side of the transmitter Do not try to separate the transmitter by inserting a flat thin object into the key slot This will permanently damage the transmitter 3 Remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 4 Insert the new battery positive side facing down Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 5 Snap the transmitter back together 6 Reinstall the key int...

Page 40: ...Press and release to locate the vehicle The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times Press and hold L for three seconds to activate the panic alarm The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds for 30 seconds The alarm turns off when the ignition is moved to START or L is pressed again The ignition must be in LOCK OFF for the panic alarm to work The vehicle comes with two transmit...

Page 41: ...e new battery positive side facing up Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 4 Snap the transmitter back together Remote Vehicle Start This vehicle may have a remote starting feature that allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle Remote Vehicle Start This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start The automatic climate control may begin to heat or cool your v...

Page 42: ... engine is running The vehicle s doors will be locked 3 After entering the vehicle during a remote start press the brake pedal and turn the ignition to ON RUN to drive the vehicle After a remote start the engine will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done or the ignition has been turned to ON RUN Extending Engine Run Time To extend the engine run time by 10 m...

Page 43: ...oolant temperature is too high The oil pressure is low Two remote vehicle starts have already been used The maximum number of remote starts between ignition cycles with the key is two Door Locks Warning Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked it will not open You increase the chance of being thr...

Page 44: ...Key Access on page 2 9 Coupe From the outside press Q or K on the RKE transmitter 1 Door Handle Sensor 2 Door Latch Button 3 Power Door Lock Switch With the RKE transmitter within range grip the door handle sensor 1 See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access on page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access on page 2 9 When the passenger door is opened first the...

Page 45: ...r Power Door Locks Sedan Wagon Shown Coupe Similar The switches are on the front doors K Unlock Press to unlock the doors Q Lock Press to lock the doors Delayed Locking With this feature you can delay the actual locking of the doors When the power door lock switch is pressed when the key is not in the ignition and the driver door is opened a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed loc...

Page 46: ...s can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 46 Lockout Protection If the power door lock switch is pressed when the key is in the ignition and a door is open all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock If the doors are closed they can be locked by using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Be sure to remove the key from t...

Page 47: ...ng Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows...

Page 48: ...unk release button on the rear of the trunk above the license plate On vehicles with the Keyless Access System if the vehicle is locked the keyless access transmitter must be within 1 m 3 ft of the trunk for it to be recognized the trunk can then be opened by the trunk release button above the license plate Use the key in the trunk lock cylinder Close the trunk by pulling on the handle Do not use ...

Page 49: ... Warning Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Continued Warning Continued If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk h...

Page 50: ...gate opens to the full open height 3 4 The liftgate opens to a reduced open height that can be set in a range of approximately open to full open Use this setting to prevent the liftgate from opening into overhead obstructions such as a garage door or roof mounted cargo during power operation The liftgate can still be opened fully manually OFF The liftgate only operates manually in this position In...

Page 51: ...mperatures or low battery conditions If this occurs the liftgate can still be operated manually If the liftgate is powered open and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure the turn signals will flash and a chime will sound The liftgate will stay open and then slowly close See your dealer for service before using the liftgate Obstacle Detection Features If the liftgate encounters an obstacle...

Page 52: ... Liftgate To change the liftgate to manual operation with the vehicle in P Park for an automatic transmission or Neutral for a manual transmission turn the mode selector switch to OFF With the power liftgate disabled and all of the doors unlocked the liftgate can be manually opened and closed Manual operation of a vehicle with a power liftgate requires more effort than a standard non power liftgat...

Page 53: ... cylinder or the RKE transmitter a 10 second pre alarm will occur The horn will chirp and the lights will flash If the key is not placed in the ignition and turned to START or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10 second pre alarm the alarm will go off The headlamps will flash and the horn will sound for about 30 seconds then will turn off to save the battery ...

Page 54: ... a passive theft deterrent system The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is removed from the ignition The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is started with the correct key The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms the system The vehicle may not...

Page 55: ...how quickly the key is programmed 6 Repeat Steps 1 4 if additional keys are to be programmed Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Immobilizer Operation Keyless Access This vehicle has a passive theft deterrent system The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the ignition co...

Page 56: ...the vehicle It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement RKE transmitters Up to eight RKE transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle To program additional transmitters see Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle for Keyless Access under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access on page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access on page 2...

Page 57: ...oward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Heated Mirrors Rear Window Defogger Press to heat the mirrors See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror Automatic dimming reduces the glar...

Page 58: ...t windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent operation of the windows See Keys on page 2 2 Coupe Shown Sedan Wagon Sim...

Page 59: ...cally You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged Before you use express override make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path The anti pinch feature can be overridden Hold the window switch all the way up to the second position The window will rise for as long as the switch is held Once the switch is released the express mode is re activated In this m...

Page 60: ...tion Press v to activate the rear window lockout switch The indicator light comes on when activated Press v again to deactivate the lockout switch Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare If equipped detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or to extend along the rod Roof Sunroof If the vehicle has a power sunroof it will only operate when the ignition is in ...

Page 61: ... the sunroof To stop the sunroof partway press the switch 2 a second time Comfort Stop The sunroof has a comfort stop feature that stops the sunroof from opening to the full open position Press the rear of the sunroof switch 2 to the first detent to open the sunroof to the comfort open position Press the rear of the switch 2 again to fully open the sunroof Anti Pinch Feature If an object is in the...

Page 62: ...Black plate 32 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014443 2014 CRC 4 3 13 2 32 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES ...

Page 63: ... System Check 3 19 Safety 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 24 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 24 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 25 Passenger Sensing System 3 26 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 31 Adding Equipment to th...

Page 64: ...upants are installed 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 The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the head rest...

Page 65: ...t seating positions These 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 seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust a manual seat 1 Lift the bar to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the des...

Page 66: ...ack to the upright position Push and 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 injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked A driver seat entry exit position can be recalled automatically using the vehicle personalization menu See Mem...

Page 67: ...he lumbar support if equipped 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 support to the top of the seatback and increase support to the bottom of the seatback Press and hold the front or rear of the control 2 to increase or decrease support to the en...

Page 68: ...ulder belt will not be 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 your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear...

Page 69: ...t applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return 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 recline Tilt the top of the vertical control forward to raise Memory Seats If available memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver door are used ...

Page 70: ...the identified driver Automatic Entry Recall If entry exit recall is programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu automatic entry recall occurs when the ignition is turned on See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 46 To stop recall movement press one of the power seat memory or outside mirror buttons or the power steering column switch if equipped If something has blocked the driver seat or th...

Page 71: ...ps 2 and 3 are intended to reflect that the vehicle has been moved If the vehicle is not moved or the steps above are not performed automatic exit recall movement will not occur In this case press B to activate exit recall movements If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling the exit position the recall may stop Remove the obstruction then press and hold the power seat control rearwa...

Page 72: ...f the button the seat will change to the next lower setting and then to the off setting The lights on the climate control display indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest The passenger seat 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 depe...

Page 73: ...eturn them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat The vehicle may have a split folding rear seat Sedan or Coupe To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks 1 Pull forward on the tab on the outboard side of the seatback to unlock the seatback 2 Fold the seatback down This allows access to the trunk See Trunk on page 2 17 Wagon To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks 1 Pull on ...

Page 74: ...gs not to do with safety belts Warning Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly In a crash if you or your passenger s are not wearing safety belts injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing safety belts You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle In addition anyone who is not buckled up ca...

Page 75: ...ot Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection Also in nearly ...

Page 76: ...is a sudden stop or crash Warning You can be seriously injured or even killed by not wearing your safety belt properly Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder belt The following instr...

Page 77: ...r you See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster later in this section for use and important safety information 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Before a do...

Page 78: ...board occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And if the vehicle has side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a...

Page 79: ...guide to the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top ...

Page 80: ...e the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and slide them in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women L...

Page 81: ...m from doing its job See your dealer to have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5 16 Keep safety belts clean and dry See Safety Belt Care on page 3 19 Safety Belt Care Keep belts clean a...

Page 82: ...mounted side impact airbag for the outboard front passenger A roof rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the outboard front passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the outboard front passenger All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening For frontal airbags the word AIRBAG i...

Page 83: ... an eye anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to any airbag as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear a safety belt even with airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maint...

Page 84: ...re Are the Airbags The 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 driver and front outboard passenger seat mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door ...

Page 85: ... 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 inflating roof rail airbag will be blocked When Should an Airbag Inflate This vehicle is equipped with airbags See Airbag System on page 3 20 Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system s deployment threshold...

Page 86: ... struck Roof rail airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact In addition these roof rail airbags are designed to inflate during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact Roof rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts Both roof rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck if the sensing system predi...

Page 87: ...g inflated Roof rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they inflate Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes For location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags on page 3 22 The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflate...

Page 88: ...breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for the airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to r...

Page 89: ...or their weight and size Whenever possible children age 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position 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 inflates Warning A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates This is because the back of ...

Page 90: ...sing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children including children in child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has...

Page 91: ...on if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint See Head Restraints on page 3 2 6 Restart the vehicle The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbag for a child in a child restraint depending u...

Page 92: ...king which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Safety Belts and Child Restraints in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system op...

Page 93: ...ler and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 11 Warning For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Avoid ...

Page 94: ...sing System on page 3 26 If the vehicle has rollover roof rail airbags see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 10 81 for additional important information If you have to modify your vehicle because you have a disability and you have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle s airbag system or if you have questions about whether the airbag system will be affected if the v...

Page 95: ...ss Light on page 5 17 Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle safety belts The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster Use a booster seat with a lap shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below Sit all the way back on the seat Do the knees bend at the...

Page 96: ...omfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 14 According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly Warning Never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt The s...

Page 97: ... to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Warning Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play wi...

Page 98: ...en who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you must secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front Continued Warning Continued seat al...

Page 99: ...ition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support In a crash if an infant is in a rear facing child restraint the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants should always be secured in rear facing child re...

Page 100: ...ting surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat provides restraint for the child s body with the harness Booster Seats A booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can ...

Page 101: ...to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it In some areas of the United States and Canada...

Page 102: ...rbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 26 for additional information When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it ...

Page 103: ... system this can be done as long as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap shoulder belt on the child Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety bel...

Page 104: ...otation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forwar...

Page 105: ...er 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 seatback and the seat cushion For a wagon the lower anchors are beneath zippers near the labels Open the zippers to access the lower anchors To assist in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is on the ...

Page 106: ...en and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 39 for additional information Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Warning If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to anchors the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correct...

Page 107: ...d restraint in the rear seat see Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 39 This system is designed to make installation of child restraints easier When using lower anchors do not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead use the vehicle s anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure the top tether 1 Attach and tighten the low...

Page 108: ...your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has a fixed head restraint and you are using a sing...

Page 109: ...any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash new LATCH system parts may be needed New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came wi...

Page 110: ... and as the instructions say If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 39 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Push the latch plate into t...

Page 111: ... securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disco...

Page 112: ...senger Sensing System on page 3 26 for additional information If the child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 41 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 41 for top tether anc...

Page 113: ...lt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When in...

Page 114: ...d back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbag is off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit see If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint under Passenger Sensing Syste...

Page 115: ...edan and Wagon 4 3 Cargo Net Sedan and Wagon 4 4 Convenience Net Coupe 4 6 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System Sedan and Wagon 4 6 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Instrument Panel Storage There is a storage area below the climate control system To access push the c...

Page 116: ...ll the armrest down to use Center Console Storage The center console has an upper and lower storage area To access lift the levers on either side of the center console There is an additional storage area behind the center console To access push the cover Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover Wagon The cargo cover can be used to cover items in the cargo area To install the cargo cover 1 Hold the ...

Page 117: ... and remove it from the pin 2 on the trim panel Repeat this on the other side Warning An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle Cargo Management System Sedan and Wagon Press the bottom of the load floor handle assembly to lift the top on the handle Pull up on the handle to open the cargo manageme...

Page 118: ... to move the D Ring slider The rings can be locked into various positions along the rail Cargo Net Sedan and Wagon Warning Do not stack items higher than the upper end of the cargo net or hang anything from the net Avoid items that have sharp edges or that apply excessive force to the net If items are not properly stored damage to the net could occur and items can be thrown about the vehicle You o...

Page 119: ...rear seats Insert the top corners of the cargo net into the large opening in the roof and secure by sliding them into the small opening 2 There are four tether positions for the lower hook straps In the front position the seatbacks should be down for the net to properly hold items 3 Mount the cargo net to the rear seat tethers on the front of the bottom cushions 4 The net can also be mounted to th...

Page 120: ...cle Never carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier If equipped the roof rack can be used to load items For roof racks that do not have crossrails included GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory See your dealer for additional information Caution Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 75 kg ...

Page 121: ...rossrails 2 Siderail Cover Before installing the crossrails 1 remove the siderail covers 2 Pull straight up on the rear of the siderail cover Store covers flat do not stack items on them 1 Identify the front and rear crossrail 2 The front crossrail 1 is smaller than the rear crossrail 2 3 The crossrail supports are labeled with an arrow 2 that needs to point toward the front of the vehicle A pin 1...

Page 122: ...out area 2 For the rear crossrail slide the crossrail assembly 1 rearward until the entire crossrail support is 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 same hole position on each side Removing the Crossrails 1 Move both levers of the crossrai...

Page 123: ...Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 19 Brake System Warning Light 5 22 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 Temperature Warning Light 5 24 Tire Pressure Light 5 25 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 25 Security Light 5 26 High Beam On Light 5 26 Front Fog Lamp Light 5 26 Lamps On Reminder 5 2...

Page 124: ...eration 5 57 Controls 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 to lock the steering wheel in place Power Tilt Wheel If equipped with the power tilt and telescoping wheel the control is on the left side of the steering column Push the control up or d...

Page 125: ... See Bluetooth on page 7 35 e Volume Press to increase or to decrease 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 equipped does not mute Press and release b g again to turn the sound on For vehicles with a navigation system press and hold b g for two seconds to initiate speech recogniti...

Page 126: ...e steering column Move 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 For a delayed wiping cycle Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes 1 Slow wipes 2 Fast wipes If the windshield wipers are in use for about six se...

Page 127: ...ivity to moisture Turn 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 windshield wiper lever to the position This disables the windshield wipers and or rear wipers if equipped Windshield Washer Warning In freezing weather do not use the washer until ...

Page 128: ... exterior lamp control must be in AUTO The wiper activated headlamps 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 end of the windshield wiper lever Press the upper or lower portion of the button to control the rear wiper and rear wiper delay Th...

Page 129: ... off only the windshield will be washed when the washer button is pressed 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 DIC Compass Zone The zone is set to zone eight If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area the variance needs to be c...

Page 130: ...y does not show a heading for example N for North or the heading does not change after making turns there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount magnetic note pad holder or any other magnetic item Turn off the vehicle move the magnetic item then turn on the vehicle and calibrate the compass Compass Calibration Procedure 1 ...

Page 131: ...nd on the rear of the center console are powered while the vehicle is in ON RUN START or ACC ACCESSORY mode or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle The CTS Wagon has an additional accessory power outlet near the rear cargo net that is powered at all times Remove the cover to access and replace when not in use Caution Leaving electrical equipment plugged in f...

Page 132: ...jury Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving ...

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Page 135: ... kilometers or miles 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 system see the navigation manual for more information Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Caution If the engine is operated with the ta...

Page 136: ...ner or speeding up The 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 cluster This gauge indicates positive manifold pressure which is the induction air pressure level in the intake manifold before it enters the combustion chamber This gauge reads ...

Page 137: ...e the normal operating 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 some other problem causing low oil pressure Oil should be checked as soon as possible See Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine under Engine Oil Messages on page 5 36 and Engine Oil on pa...

Page 138: ...ht on page 5 24 and Engine Overheating on page 10 24 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 started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle may continue...

Page 139: ...evice 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 there is an electrical problem with the airbag system The system check includes the airbag sensor s passenger sensing system the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the airba...

Page 140: ...t on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the outboard front passenger frontal airbag is allowed to inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the outboard front passenger frontal airbag If after several seconds both status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at ...

Page 141: ...ion monitors the operation of the vehicle to ensure emissions are at acceptable levels helping to maintain a clean environment The malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the vehicle is placed in ON RUN as a check to show it is working If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer See Ignition Positions Keyless Access on page 9 15 or Ignition Positions Key Access on page 9 17 for more i...

Page 142: ...ge 10 3 This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control 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 trailer red...

Page 143: ...ive your vehicle may be required to participate in an emission control system inspection and maintenance program For the inspection the emission system test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC The DLC is under the instrument panel to the next to the steering wheel See your dealer if assistance is needed The vehicle may not pass inspection if The malfunction indic...

Page 144: ...e is a base brake problem Warning The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the 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 ...

Page 145: ...warning light is not on the vehicle still has brakes but not antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning 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 22 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC see Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 27 for all brake related DIC messages Up Sh...

Page 146: ...he light is on and not flashing the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak 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 warning light is on and flashing the TCS and or the StabiliTrak system is actively working See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control ...

Page 147: ... for about a minute and then 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 73 Engine Oil Pressure Light Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the veh...

Page 148: ...off The light will flash 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 regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Vehicle Alarm System on page 2 23 High Beam On Light The high beam on light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use...

Page 149: ... DIC buttons are on the 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 top line of the DIC display shows the DIC information The bottom line shows the compass The compass displays in the trip fuel menus and in some vehicle information menus If a pr...

Page 150: ...t reset button when Trip 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 conditions and changes if the driving conditions change For example freeway driving may produce better fuel economy than city driving with frequent stops so the range would adjust for th...

Page 151: ...to metric see Units later in this section Blank Display This display shows no information Vehicle Information Display Menu Items T Vehicle Information Press to display 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 current oil life remains When the oil li...

Page 152: ...to a specific tire displays See Tire Pressure on page 10 70 and Tire Messages on page 5 44 Battery Voltage This display shows the current battery voltage The vehicle s charging system regulates voltage based on the state of 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...

Page 153: ...or corner For example when turning right it forces to the left This gauge displays the g force from 0 0 g to 2 0 g Blank Display This display shows no information DIC Compass The vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Information Center DIC See Compass on page 5 7 Vehicle Messages Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a cond...

Page 154: ...e that the generator can still recharge the battery The battery should recharge while driving but may take a few hours to do so Consider using an auxiliary charger to boost the battery after returning home or arriving at a final destination Make sure you follow the manufacturer s instructions If this message appears while driving or after starting the vehicle and stays on have it checked immediate...

Page 155: ...hout having the brake pressed The brake needs to be pressed when starting the engine See Ignition Positions Keyless Access on page 9 15 or Ignition Positions Key Access on page 9 17 RELEASE PARK BRAKE SWITCH For vehicles with the electric parking brake this message displays if the switch is pulled while the vehicle is moving See the electric parking brake information under Parking Brake Manual on ...

Page 156: ...lays if you try to release the park brake system without first pressing the brake pedal See the electric parking brake information under Parking Brake Manual on page 9 34 or Parking Brake Electric on page 9 35 Compass Messages CALIBRATING DRIVE IN CIRCLES This message displays when calibrating the compass Drive the vehicle in circles at less than 8 km h 5 mph to complete the calibration See Compas...

Page 157: ...y Engine Cooling System Messages ENGINE HOT A C AIR CONDITIONING OFF This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5 16 To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off When the coolant temperature returns to normal the air conditioning compressor turns bac...

Page 158: ...essage clears itself after 10 seconds until the next ignition cycle See Engine Oil on page 10 10 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE This message displays when the vehicle s engine oil pressure is low The oil pressure light may also appear on the instrument cluster See Engine Oil Pressure Light on page 5 25 See Engine Oil on page 10 10 Stop the vehicle immediately as engine damage can result from driving...

Page 159: ...less Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access on page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access on page 2 9 ELECTRONIC KEY NOT DETECTED If equipped with the Keyless Access system this message displays if the vehicle does not detect the presence of a transmitter when you have attempted to start the vehicle or a vehicle door has just closed The following conditions may cause this ...

Page 160: ...ccess system to be jammed If you have the RKE transmitter with you get out of the vehicle and lock the doors If you do not have the RKE transmitter with you you will be able to start the vehicle again within five minutes or after the vehicle s content theft deterrent system is armed See Starting the Engine on page 9 20 LEARN DELAY ACTIVE WAIT XX MIN MINUTES If equipped with the Keyless Access syst...

Page 161: ...his message displays when the battery in the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter needs to be replaced To replace the battery see Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access on page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access on page 2 9 ROTATE CONTROL TO OFF POSITION If equipped with the Keyless Access system this message displays as a remind...

Page 162: ...em to be disabled See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 43 Press the set reset button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display SERVICE PARKING ASSIST This message displays if there is a problem with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system Do not use this system to help you park See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 43 for more information See your dealer for service...

Page 163: ...us electrical issues If this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the ignition for 30 seconds Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display If the message still displays or appears again when you begin driving the system needs service See your dealer right away SERVICE POWER STEERING This message displays if a problem is detected with the speed variable assist s...

Page 164: ...light will turn on Adjust your driving accordingly See Competitive Driving Mode on page 9 39 STABILITRAK NOT READY This message may display after first driving the vehicle and exceeding 30 km h 19 mph for 30 seconds The TCS StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument cluster also comes on The StabiliTrak system is not functional until the message has turned off See Traction Control Electronic Stab...

Page 165: ...ide Control on page 9 40 TRACTION CONTROL OFF This message displays when the traction control system has been turned off Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with the airbag system Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 17 for more information Security Messages SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM This mes...

Page 166: ...Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS is not working properly The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Light on page 5 25 Several conditions may cause this message to appear See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 73 for more information If the warning comes on and stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS See your dealer TIRE...

Page 167: ...EED CTS V ONLY This message displays and a chime sounds if the differential fluid temperature exceeds 150 C 300 F Driving aggressively or at high speeds can cause the differential fluid temperature to be higher than normal If this message appears you may continue to drive at a slower speed If you have been operating the vehicle under normal driving conditions the vehicle may need service See your ...

Page 168: ...vehicle speed is limited to 128 km h 80 mph because the vehicle detects a problem in the speed variable assist steering or magnetic ride control systems Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer Washer Fluid Messages WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID This message displays when the vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid Refill the windshield washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible See Washer Fluid on...

Page 169: ...croll through the following settings English default All messages will appear in English Deutsch All messages will appear in German Italiano All messages will appear in Italian Francais All messages will appear in French Espanol All messages will appear in Spanish Portuguese All messages will appear in Portuguese Arabic All messages will appear in Arabic Chinese All messages will appear in Chinese...

Page 170: ...ttings Off None of the doors will automatically unlock Driver Only At Off Only the driver door will unlock when the ignition is turned off All At Off default on Manual Transmission All of the doors will unlock when the ignition is turned off All In Park default on Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission Only All of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P Park No Change No ch...

Page 171: ...feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or when the vehicle is automatically unlocked using the Keyless Unlock feature You will not receive feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the transmitter if the doors are open See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access on page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key ...

Page 172: ...ods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Press the customization button until Approach Lighting 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 Off The exterior lights will not turn on when you unlock the vehicle with the transmitter O...

Page 173: ...hicle can still be used to start the vehicle or unlock the doors if needed A person approaching the outside of the locked vehicle without an authorized RKE transmitter however will not be able to open the door even with a transmitter in the vehicle See the Keyless Access information for Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access on page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operatio...

Page 174: ...er and open the driver door All Doors default All doors will automatically unlock when you approach the vehicle with the RKE transmitter and open the driver door 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 the desired setting is displayed on the DIC Chime Volume This feature allows you to select the volume le...

Page 175: ...ll be available Easy Exit will automatically move the driver seat rearward a certain distance when the key is removed from the ignition on key access vehicles or when the ignition is turned off and the driver door is opened on Keyless Access vehicles This movement will also occur when the door mounted exit button is pressed Easy Entry will automatically recall the driver seat and outside mirror me...

Page 176: ...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 following occurs The vehicle is no longer in ON RUN The trip fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons are pressed The end of the feature settings menu is reached and exited A 40 second time period has ela...

Page 177: ...re the hand held transmitter has a new battery for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal Programming the Universal Remote System For questions or help programming the Universal Remote system call 1 800 355 3515 or see www homelink com Programming involves time sensitive actions and may time out causing the procedure to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 Hol...

Page 178: ...n changes to a solid light and the garage door does not move continue with programming Steps 4 6 Learn or Smart Button 4 After completing Steps 1 3 locate the Learn or Smart button inside the garage on the garage door opener receiver The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer 5 Press and release the Learn or Smart button Step 6 must be completed within 30 seconds of pressing this bu...

Page 179: ...ed by the Universal Remote system The Universal Remote system indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 3 under Programming the Universal Remote System to complete Universal Remote System Operation Using the Universal Remote System Press and hold the appropriate Universal Remote system button for at least one half second The indicator light will come on while th...

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Page 181: ...trol 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 Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is toward the end of the turn signal lever O Exterior Lamp Control Turn the band with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps The e...

Page 182: ...beam headlamps are on Flash to Pass This feature allows the high beam headlamps to be used to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass Pull and hold the turn signal lever toward you to use this feature When this is done the following will occur If the headlamps are off or in low beam mode the high beam headlamps will turn on at full brightness Release the lever to turn them off If t...

Page 183: ...the exterior lamp control to off or to the low beam headlamp position will turn off the DRL If the parking lamps or the fog lamps were turned on instead the DRL will still turn off This will work regardless of gear position and whether or not the parking brake is set When the DRL are active and a turn signal is operated the DRL on the side the turn signal is activated will turn off until the turn ...

Page 184: ...ated in daylight with the engine on and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO the headlamps parking lamps and other exterior lamps come on The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed When the wipers are not operating these lamps turn off Move the exterior lamp control to P or to disable this feature Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL If equipped the Adaptive Forward Lighting ...

Page 185: ...ange the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Have any burned out bulbs replaced If a bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 38 Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on for about 1 6 km 1 mi a warning chime will sound and the TURN SIGNAL ON message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC display See Tu...

Page 186: ... Illumination Control The instrument panel brightness knob is on the instrument panel next to the steering column D Instrument Panel Brightness Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights Turn the knob completely clockwise to turn on the interior lamps Reading Lamps The reading lamps are on the overhead console These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened...

Page 187: ...oved from the ignition The exterior lamps and dome lamps remain on after the door is closed for a set amount of time then automatically turn off If equipped with Keyless Access the exterior lamps and dome lamps automatically turn on when a door is opened after the ignition is turned off See Ignition Positions Keyless Access on page 9 15 or Ignition Positions Key Access on page 9 17 The exterior la...

Page 188: ...ng are on such as headlamps high beams fog lamps 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 battery It does this by balancing the generator s output and the vehicle s electrical needs It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power whene...

Page 189: ... minutes after the ignition 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 position and then back to the parking lamp or headlamp position To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes the ignition must be in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position ...

Page 190: ...Black plate 10 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014443 2014 CRC 4 3 13 6 10 Lighting 2 NOTES ...

Page 191: ... 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 Introduction Infotainment Read the following pages to become familiar with the audio system s features Warning Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death t...

Page 192: ... For more information see Defensive Driving on page 9 3 Caution Contact your dealer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played ev...

Page 193: ...ment System 7 3 Theft 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 a different vehicle Operation Full View of Radio with CD Shown Radio with Six Disc CD Similar ...

Page 194: ...me 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 SiriusXM m Press to choose the SiriusXM band if equipped Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble BASS MID TREB Bass Midrange or Treble To adjust bass midrange or treble 1 Press the TUNE TONE knob until the tone control tabs display 2 Continue pressing t...

Page 195: ...ng the TUNE TONE knob or press 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 clockwise Press the FWD button Press the SEEK button 4 To decrease the highlighted setting do one of the following Turn the TUNE TONE knob counterclockwise Turn the MENU SELEC...

Page 196: ...rocessing circuitry Centerpoint creates a Bose surround sound from stereo CDs MP3s and satellite radio This feature is not available in AM FM radio mode If equipped with the Bose 5 1 Cabin Surround sound system the radio can support the playback of 5 1 surround sound DVD A discs or DTS 5 1 surround sound CD discs When a 5 1 surround sound formatted disc is playing DSP options available are 5 1 Sur...

Page 197: ...y If the vehicle has the radio with DVD Audio HDD and USB it has Bose AudioPilot noise compensation technology When turned on AudioPilot continuously adjusts the audio system equalization to compensate for background noise To activate AudioPilot 1 Press the CONFIG button to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the softkey under the AUTO VOL tab on the radio display 3 Press the softkey below the On...

Page 198: ...DS The audio system has an RDS feature RDS is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available While the radio is tuned to an FM RDS station the station name or call letters display In rare cases a radio station can broadcast incorrect information that cau...

Page 199: ...tes can contain any combination of AM FM or SiriusXM stations To store a station as a favorite 1 Tune to the desired radio station 2 Press the FAV button to display the page where the station is to be stored 3 Press and hold one of the six softkeys until a beep sounds and Favorite Saved displays When that softkey is pressed and released the radio recalls the station that was set 4 Repeat the steps...

Page 200: ... fast forward 30 seconds of content When the radio station is changed the buffer is cleared and automatically restarted for the current station You cannot rewind to content from a previously tuned station Time shifting of FM or AM is not available while recording or while other sources of playback are selected Pausing FM or AM with the Vehicle Turned Off If FM or AM is paused before the vehicle is...

Page 201: ...D and Radio with Six Disc CD Only 1 Press the CONFIG button 2 Press the softkey below the XM tab 3 Turn the TUNE TONE knob or the MENU SELECT knob to scroll through the available categories 4 Press any softkey below the Remove or Add tab to add or remove the displayed category 5 Press any softkey below the Restore All tab to restore all removed categories Selecting a SiriusXM Station Seek Tuning P...

Page 202: ...tation is to be stored 3 Press and hold one of the six softkeys until a beep sounds When that softkey is pressed and released the radio recalls the station that was set 4 Repeat the steps for each radio station to be stored as a favorite The number of favorites pages can be set up using the CONFIG button To set up the number of favorites pages 1 Press the CONFIG button to display the radio setup m...

Page 203: ...hile other sources of playback are selected Pausing SiriusXM with the Vehicle Turned Off If SiriusXM is paused before the vehicle is turned off the radio will continue to buffer the current radio station for up to one hour If the vehicle is turned back on within one hour the radio will automatically resume playback from the pause point SiriusXM Messages XL Explicit Language Channels These channels...

Page 204: ... the SiriusXM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown If this message is received when tuned to channel 0 there could be a receiver fault Consult with your dealer Check XM Receivr If this message does not clear within a short period of time the receiver could have a fault Consult with your dealer XM Not Available If this message does not clear within a...

Page 205: ... scratch the inside surface or damage the lines in the glass If the inside surface is damaged it could interfere with radio reception For proper radio reception the antenna connector needs to be properly attached to the post on the glass If attaching a cell phone antenna to the glass attach it between the grid lines Caution Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window can da...

Page 206: ...dge If the surface of a disc is soiled take a soft lint free cloth or dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water and clean it Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge Care of the CD Player Do not add a label to a disc it could get caught in the CD player If a label is needed label the top of the recorded disc with a marking pen The use of...

Page 207: ...ress to load CDs into the CD player This CD player holds up to six CDs To insert one CD 1 Press and release 2 Wait for the message to insert the disc 3 Load a CD Insert the CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls the CD in A Shuffle tab and the DISC icon display 4 Press the softkey below the Shuffle tab to play the tracks of a current disc in random order Press the softkey again to...

Page 208: ...se playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the track displays Release to resume playing the track FWD Fast Forward Press and hold to advance playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the track displays Release to resume playing the track Playing Tracks in Random Order Press the softkey under the Shu...

Page 209: ...nd quality can be reduced due to disc quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the disc has been handled Handle discs carefully Store CDs and DVDs in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust The CD DVD player scans the bottom surface of the disc If the surface of a disc is damaged such as cracked broken...

Page 210: ...olume When released normal playback resumes and the elapsed time of the track displays In DVD Audio playback mode press once to change playback to a speed of 2X Each successive press changes playback to a speed of 4X 10X or 21X Press r j to resume normal playback FWD Fast Forward In CD or MP3 playback mode press and hold to advance playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume...

Page 211: ...d at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the track displays Release to resume playing the track Playing Tracks in Random Order Press the softkey under the Shuffle tab to play the tracks of a CD in random order Press again to turn Shuffle off Shuffle Off displays Playing a DVD A Audio Disc The Radio with DVD Audio HDD and USB is capable of playing DVD audio discs in the Bose 5 1 Cabin surround...

Page 212: ...ongs in the current Group Press again to turn off random playback Stopping DVD Audio Playback Press the softkey under the c tab to stop playback of the DVD audio disc DVD PreStop displays Press the r j button to resume playback from where it was stopped Press the softkey under the c tab again while in DVD PreStop DVD Stop displays Press the r j button while in DVD Stop to begin playback from the b...

Page 213: ... other reason try a known good disc If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem MP3 MP3 WMA Format The Single CD and the Six Disc CD Radio will play MP3 WMA files that were recorded on a CD R or CD RW disc The HDD Radio can also play MP3 WMA files ...

Page 214: ...lders can also be played If a CD R or CD RW contains more than the maximum of 50 folders and playlists and 255 files the player lets you access and navigate up to the maximum but all items over the maximum are not accessible The HDD Radio can support more than 255 files on an MP3 WMA disc The HDD Radio does not support playlists on a disc or USB storage device Root Directory The root directory of ...

Page 215: ...lder the display does not automatically show the new folder name unless the folder mode has been chosen as the default display The new track name displays File System and Naming The song name contained in the ID3 tag displays If the song name is not in the ID3 tag the radio displays the file name without the extension Track names longer than 32 characters are shortened Parts of words on the last p...

Page 216: ...softkey under the Folder tab to go to the first track in the previous folder Folder T Next Folder Press the softkey under the Folder tab to go to the first track in the next folder 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 elapsed time of the track displays Release to resume playing the track FWD ...

Page 217: ...ess to start recording tracks from the disc while it is playing The radio has the option to record the current track playing or all tracks from the CD Press the softkey under the desired record option The last radio 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 recorde...

Page 218: ...To make HDD navigation easier CDs with NO INFO can first be converted to MP3 format with Tag information on a home computer and then recorded to the HDD from an MP3 disc or USB device Occasionally the radio may find more than one match in the Gracenote Database for an audio CD that has been recorded If this happens the radio will display Multi Hit for the name information when the songs are select...

Page 219: ...he HDD HDD displays and playback resumes from where it was last stopped HDD Playback Mode The infotainment system displays the current HDD playback mode The following table shows the display mode options and what happens as the mode is displayed Mode When Displayed Shuffle System is randomly playing back all HDD content Artist System is playing back content by a selected artist in alphabetical ord...

Page 220: ...ist Shuffle Songs Select this option from the HDD Menu to randomly play back HDD content Playlist Select this option from the HDD Menu to display all six favorite playlists then select one of the six playlists to display a list of songs that have been added to that favorite playlist Select a song from the list to begin playback of that song and to put the HDD into the Playlist mode See Saving HDD ...

Page 221: ...d from CDs or USB devices AudioBook The radio is able to play back AudioBook content downloaded from www audible com This content can be transferred into the HDD by either burning it to a CD or copying it to a USB storage device and then recording it to the HDD The audible com playback requires activation of the vehicle as a player for downloaded content The radio system activates the audible com ...

Page 222: ... Playlist and select the softkey below Playlist Configuring HDD Favorites Press the CONFIG button to display the radio configuration options Press the softkey under the HDD tab to display the available favorite modes Press the softkey under the favorite tab to set the available favorite modes Available favorite modes are highlighted Time Shifting Pause and Rewind Live FM AM and SiriusXM if equippe...

Page 223: ...e vehicle is turned off the radio will continue to buffer the current radio station for up to one hour If the vehicle is turned back on within one hour the radio will automatically resume playback from the pause point Auxiliary Devices The 3 5 mm 1 8 in auxiliary input jack and the USB port if equipped in the center console allow portable devices to connect to the vehicle This is not an audio outp...

Page 224: ...nnect the other end to both the USB port and the auxiliary input jack in the center console The USB port if equipped and the auxiliary input jack are in the center console If the vehicle is on and the USB connection works a GM logo may appear on the iPod The iPod s music information will be shown on the radio s display and the music begins playing through the vehicle s audio system The iPod s batt...

Page 225: ...bility the system can interact with many cell phones allowing Placement and receipt of calls in a hands free mode Sharing of the cell phone s address book or contact list with the vehicle To minimize driver distraction before driving and with the vehicle parked Become familiar with the features of the cell phone Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or rarely used ...

Page 226: ...and natural voice Audio System When using the in vehicle Bluetooth system sound comes through the vehicle s front audio system speakers and over rides the audio system Use the audio system volume knob during a call to change the volume level The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls To prevent missed calls a minimum volume level is used if the volume is turned down too low Blueto...

Page 227: ...d 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 Pair The system responds with instructions and a four digit Personal Identification Number PIN The PIN will be used in Step 5 4 Start the pairing process on the cell phone that you want to pair For help with this process see your cell phone manufacturer s user...

Page 228: ... connected Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers The system can store up to 30 phone numbers as name tags in the Hands Free Directory that is shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems The following commands are used to delete and store phone numbers Store This command will store a phone number or a group of numbers as a name tag Digit Store This command allows a phone number to be stored as a n...

Page 229: ...ags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the OnStar Turn by Turn Destinations Directory To delete all name tags 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds For vehicles with a navigation system say Hands Free after the tone 2 Say Delete all name tags Listing Stored Numbers The list command will list all stored numbers and name tags Using the List Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds For vehicl...

Page 230: ...ds Free after the tone 2 Say Digit Dial 3 Say each digit one at a time that you want to dial After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone After the last digit has been entered say Dial Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Using the Re dial Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds For vehicles with a navigation sy...

Page 231: ...ear them To mute a call press b g and then say Mute Call To cancel mute press b g and then say Un mute Call Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the in vehicle Bluetooth system and the cell phone The cell phone must be paired and connected with the Bluetooth system before a call can be transferred The connection process can take up to two minutes after the ignition is turned to ON ...

Page 232: ...luetooth system can send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call You can use this feature when calling a menu driven phone system Account numbers can also be stored for use To send a number or name tag during a call 1 Press b g For vehicles with a navigation system say Hands Free after the tone 2 Say Dial 3 Say the number or name tag to send Clearing the System Unless information...

Page 233: ...de for iPod and Made for iPhone mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone respectively and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affec...

Page 234: ...ile identification and obtain music related information including name artist track and title information Gracenote Data from online servers or embedded databases collectively Gracenote Servers and to perform other functions You may use Gracenote Data only by means of the intended End User functions of this application or device You agree that you will use Gracenote Data the Gracenote Software and...

Page 235: ...he right to delete data from the Gracenote Servers or to change data categories for any cause that Gracenote deems sufficient No warranty is made that the Gracenote Software or Gracenote Servers are error free or that functioning of Gracenote Software or Gracenote Servers will be uninterrupted Gracenote is not obligated to provide you with new enhanced or additional data types or categories that G...

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Page 237: ...ir Vents 8 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 1 Driver and Passenger Displays 2 Fan 3 Power 4 AUTO Automatic Operation 5 PASS Passenger Climate Control 6 Defrost 7 Air Delivery Mode 8 Temperature and Heated Ventilated Seat 9 Air Condit...

Page 238: ...gth of time needed for 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 the temperature if necessary English can be changed to metric units through the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 27 Q R Temperature Contr...

Page 239: ...ndows of fog or moisture 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 is at or below freezing If recirculation is selected while in defog mode it is cancelled after 10 minutes 0 Defrost This mode clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly ...

Page 240: ...speeds the rear window defogger may stay on continuously With each additional press the defogger 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 or frost from the surface of the mirrors See Heated Mirrors on page 2 27 Caution Do not try to clear fros...

Page 241: ...to the side of the vehicle facing the sun The recirculation mode will also be activated as necessary Do not cover 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 fumes from being pulled inside your vehicle Press the AUTO button on the climate control to act...

Page 242: ...m Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle 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 See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 4 Using the climate control system without the passenger air filter installed could let...

Page 243: ... under the screen 3 Open the hood to access the engine compartment See Hood on page 10 5 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 the filter cover 6 Lift the filter cover off by pulling it straight up 7 Remove the old filter and insert a new one See Maintenanc...

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Page 245: ...tarting the Engine 9 20 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 22 Engine Coolant Heater 9 22 Shifting Into Park 9 23 Shifting out of Park 9 24 Parking Manual Transmission 9 25 Parking over Things That Burn 9 25 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 25 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 26 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 26 Manual Mode 9 28 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 9 31 Drive Syste...

Page 246: ...ad Many local 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 the drive Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes or look up informati...

Page 247: ...ath and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy Warning Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you ar...

Page 248: ...e 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 Caution If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel and is held in that position for more than 15 seconds damage may occur to the power steering system and there may be loss of power steering assist Curve Tips Take curves...

Page 249: ... lose cornering force Acceleration Skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible If the vehicle starts to slide follow these suggestions Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go The v...

Page 250: ... level often during racing track testing or other competitive driving and keep the level at or near the upper mark that shows the proper operating range on the engine oil dipstick For track testing and competitive driving it is recommended that the brake fluid be replaced with a high performance brake fluid that has a dry boiling point greater than 279 C 534 F After conversion to the high performa...

Page 251: ...so they actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When the vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down other wet weather driving tips include Allow extra following distance...

Page 252: ...ways have the engine running and the vehicle in gear Stay in your own lane Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane Be alert on top of hills something could be in your lane stalled car accident Pay attention to special road signs falling rocks area winding roads long grades passing or no passing zones and take appropriate action Wint...

Page 253: ...dside Service on page 13 5 To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe Turn on the hazard warning flashers Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror Warning Snow can trap engine exhaust under the vehicle This may cause exhaust gases to get inside Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle is stuck in the sn...

Page 254: ...rn the traction system off and use the rocking method See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 38 Warning If the vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured The vehicle can overheat causing an engine compartment fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km h 35 mph Rocking the Vehicle to Get it ...

Page 255: ...ng Continued vehicle handles This could cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label Label Example A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar With the driver door open you will find the label attached near the door lock post The Tire and Loading Information la...

Page 256: ... amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer lo...

Page 257: ... 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to the vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed the vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label Label Example A vehicle specific Cert...

Page 258: ...mum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles This could Continued Warning Continued cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle Warning Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of the vehicle In the ca...

Page 259: ...s rule applies at all times not just during the break in period Do not participate in track events sport driving schools or similar activities during this break in period Check engine oil with every refueling and add if necessary Oil and fuel consumption may be higher than normal during the first 2 414 km 1 500 miles To break in new tires drive at moderate speeds and avoid hard cornering for the f...

Page 260: ...rakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving After shifting to neutral firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location 3 Come to a complete stop Shift to P Park with an automatic transmission or Neutral with a manual transmission Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 4 Set t...

Page 261: ...Ignition Positions Key Access The ignition switch can be turned to four different positions To shift out of P Park the ignition switch must be in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY and the brake pedal must be applied Caution Using a tool to force the key from its cylinder could cause damage or break the key Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand Make sure the key is all the way in If it is ...

Page 262: ... After shifting to neutral firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location 3 Come to a complete stop Shift to P Park with an automatic transmission or Neutral with a manual transmission Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 4 Set the parking brake See Parking Brake Manual on page 9 34 or Parking Brake Electric on page 9 35 Warning Turning off the vehicle while moving may cause loss of pow...

Page 263: ...e key is in the ignition Key Lock Release Vehicles with an automatic transmission are equipped with an electronic key lock release system The key lock release is designed to prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park The key lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage less than 9 volt battery If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a...

Page 264: ...ing again When the engine begins cranking let go of the ignition control knob it will return to the ON RUN position If the transmitter is not in the vehicle or something is interfering with the transmitter the Driver Information Center DIC will display ELECTRONIC KEY NOT DETECTED See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 27 If the battery in the RKE transmitter needs replacing the DIC displays R...

Page 265: ...ased when the engine begins cranking the engine will continue cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts If the engine does not start and the key is held in START for many seconds cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage To prevent gear damage this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running Engine cranking can be stopped by turning ...

Page 266: ...damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty See Add On Electrical Equipment on page 9 59 Retained Accessory Power RAP These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off Audio System Power Windows Sunroof if equipped Power to the audio system will work up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened Power to the windows or sunroof will work up to 1...

Page 267: ...n page 9 35 for more information 2 Move the shift lever into P Park by holding in the button on the shift lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 4 For vehicles with key access remove the key and take it with you If you can leave the vehicle with the ignition key in your hand the vehicle is in P Park For vehicles with the Keyless Acce...

Page 268: ...hift out of P Park Shifting out of Park This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button fully released for vehicles with key access Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY and the brake p...

Page 269: ...nsmitter If towing a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 53 Parking over Things That Burn Warning Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Engine Exhaust Warning Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled Exposure to CO can cause un...

Page 270: ...a such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running If the vehicle is left with the engine running follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park on page 9 23 and Engine Exhaust on page 9 25 If the vehicle has a manual transmission see Parking Manual Transmission on...

Page 271: ... you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into P Park as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear See Shifting out of Park on page 9 24 Caution Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the v...

Page 272: ...ive the first forward gear automatic shift after start will be from 1 First gear Following starts will begin in 2 Second gear When in M Manual Mode the vehicle will start in 1 First gear every time M Manual Mode This position allows the driver to select the range of gears appropriate for current driving conditions See Driver Shift Control DSC or Tap Shift later in this section Caution Spinning the...

Page 273: ...r in the upshift forward position briefly If equipped the tap shift controls are on the back of the steering wheel The tap shift controls can be used in D Drive M Manual Mode with Sport Mode automatic shift active or M Manual Mode with Manual Shifting Mode To use the DSC feature using the Tap Shift controls 1 Move the shift lever to the right from D Drive to M Manual Mode 2 Tap the left control to...

Page 274: ... more power or engine braking The transmission will only allow you to shift into gears appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute RPM The transmission will not automatically shift to the next lower gear if the engine rpm is too high nor to the next higher gear when the maximum engine rpm is reached If shifting is prevented for any reason the currently selected gear will fl...

Page 275: ...accelerating 3 Third 4 Fourth 5 Fifth and 6 Sixth Shift into 3 Third 4 Fourth 5 Fifth and 6 Sixth the same for 2 Second To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when you start or idle your engine Your shift lever is in Neutral when it is centered in the s...

Page 276: ... the best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic conditions allow For the best fuel economy accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on While you accelerate it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator Ignore the light when you downshift CTS V vehicles use tracer lights aro...

Page 277: ...ent a braking skid When the vehicle begins to drive away ABS checks itself A momentary motor or clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light on page 5 23 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes nec...

Page 278: ...o steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help more than even the very best braking Parking Brake Manual The parking brake pedal is on the lower portion of the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel To set the parking brake hold the brake pedal down then push the parking brake pedal down If the ignition is on the brake system warning light on the instrument cl...

Page 279: ...Continued Warning Continued accelerator pedal until you are ready to release the parking brake and drive away Vehicles with the electric parking brake EPB have a switch in the center console The EPB takes the place of the manual parking brake system the foot pedal and release handle The EPB can always be activated even if the ignition is off To avoid draining the battery do not operate the EPB too...

Page 280: ...e See your dealer If the yellow light is on the EPB has detected an error in another system and is operating with reduced functionality To apply the EPB when this light is on lift up on the EPB switch and hold it in the up position Full application of the parking brake by the EPB system may take a longer period of time than normal when this light is on Continue to hold the switch until the BRAKE l...

Page 281: ...ituation perform the normal clutch and or accelerator actions required to begin moving the vehicle There is no need to push the switch to release the EPB If you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 53 for more information Brake Assist This vehicle has a brake assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle s...

Page 282: ... or StabiliTrak begins to limit wheel spin cruise control will disengage Cruise control may be turned back on when road conditions allow Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move The systems may be heard or felt while they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle It is recommende...

Page 283: ...and release the Y button If TCS is limiting wheel spin when the Y button is pressed the system will not turn off until the wheels stop spinning To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak press and hold the Y button until the StabiliTrak OFF light g comes on in the instrument cluster The appropriate DIC message displays See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 41 To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on again pr...

Page 284: ... for normal city and highway driving This setting provides a smooth soft ride SPORT Use where road conditions or personal preference demand more control This setting provides more feel or response to road conditions The setting can be changed at any time Based on road conditions steering wheel angle and the vehicle speed the system automatically adjusts to provide the best handling while providing...

Page 285: ...s to limit wheel spin while you are using cruise control the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 38 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again the cruise control can be turned back on CTS Shown CTS V Similar I On Off Press to turn cruise control on or off The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is...

Page 286: ...tton Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated Press and hold the SET button on the steering wheel until the desired speed is reached then release it To decrease the vehicle speed in small increments briefly press the SET button on the steering wheel For each press the vehicle goes...

Page 287: ...ith parking and avoiding objects while in R Reverse URPA operates at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph The sensors on the rear bumper detect objects up to 2 5 m 8 ft behind the vehicle and at least 25 cm 10 in off the ground Warning The URPA system does not detect children pedestrians bicyclists animals or objects below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle It is not available a...

Page 288: ...system does not activate due to a temporary condition this message displays on the DIC This can occur under the following conditions The ultrasonic sensors are not clean Keep the vehicle s rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush For cleaning instructions see Exterior Care on page 10 112 The park assist sensors are covered by frost or ice Frost or ice can form around and behind the sensors ...

Page 289: ... the vehicle or 3 5 m 11 ft The height of the zone is approximately between 0 5 m 1 5 ft and 2 m 6 ft off the ground This zone starts at approximately the middle of the vehicle and goes back 5 m 16 ft How the System Works The SBZA symbol lights up in the side mirrors when the system detects a vehicle in the next lane over that is in the side blind zone This indicates it may be unsafe to change lan...

Page 290: ...rubs and other non moving objects This is normal system operation the vehicle does not need service SBZA may not operate when the SBZA sensors in the left or right corners of the rear bumper are covered with mud dirt snow ice or slush or in heavy rainstorms For cleaning instructions see Washing the Vehicle under Exterior Care on page 10 112 If the DIC still displays the SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTE...

Page 291: ...o the previous screen 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 can be canceled by performing one of the following Shift into P Park Reach a vehicle speed of 8 km h 5 mph Rear Vision Camera Error Messages Service Rear Vision Camera System This message can display when the system is...

Page 292: ... vision camera system 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 on the camera lens Clean the lens rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth The back of the vehicle is in an accident The position and mounting angle of the camera can chan...

Page 293: ...emium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher If the octane is less than 91 you could damage the engine and may void your vehicle warranty If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher the engine needs service Use of Seasonal Fuels Use summer and winter fuels in the appropriate season Driving or starting could be affected if the incorrect fuel is...

Page 294: ...e in states adopting California 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 on and the vehicle may not pass a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 19 If this occurs return to your authorized dealer for diagnosis If it is det...

Page 295: ...l Do not leave the fuel pump unattended Do not reenter the vehicle while pumping fuel Continued Warning Continued Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is opened too quickly This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop then unscrew t...

Page 296: ...ed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 19 Warning If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Caution If a new fuel cap is needed be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer The wrong type of ...

Page 297: ...a trailer For towing a disabled vehicle see Towing the Vehicle on page 10 109 For towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home see Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10 109 Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips Driving with a Trailer When towing a trailer Become familiar with the state and local laws that apply specifically to trailer towing Do not tow a trailer during the fir...

Page 298: ...ctrical connectors lamps tires and mirrors If the trailer has electric brakes start the combination moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes work During the trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and the lamps and any trailer brakes still work Towing with a Stability Control System When towing the sound of the stability control system mig...

Page 299: ...ally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade If the transmission is not shifted down the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well The vehicle can tow in D Drive Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often When towing at high altitude o...

Page 300: ...ocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule on page 11 4 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...

Page 301: ... on page 13 3 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load 1 of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo carried in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle If there are a lot of options equipment passengers or cargo in the vehicle it will reduce t...

Page 302: ...t attach to the bumper Will any holes be made in the body of the vehicle when the trailer hitch is installed If so seal the holes when the hitch is removed If the holes are not sealed dirt water and deadly carbon monoxide CO from the exhaust can get into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 9 25 Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer Cross the safety chains under ...

Page 303: ...or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 31 and Adding Equipment...

Page 304: ...Black plate 60 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014443 2014 CRC 4 3 13 9 60 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES ...

Page 305: ...Steering Fluid 10 25 Washer Fluid 10 26 Brakes 10 27 Brake Fluid 10 28 Battery 10 29 All Wheel Drive 10 30 Starter Switch Check 10 31 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 31 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 32 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 32 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 32 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 34 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 10 35 Halogen Bulb...

Page 306: ...m 10 72 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 10 73 Tire Inspection 10 76 Tire Rotation 10 76 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 78 Buying New Tires 10 79 Different Size Tires and Wheels 10 81 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 82 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 83 Wheel Replacement 10 83 Tire Chains 10 84 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 85 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 86 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compre...

Page 307: ...lt pretensioners and 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 perchlorate Accessories and Modifications Adding non dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbag...

Page 308: ...vice Work Warning It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper 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 the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can To ord...

Page 309: ...vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks 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 hood release lever The lever is under the front edge of the grille near the center Lift the release lever up a...

Page 310: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014443 2014 CRC 4 3 13 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview CTS 3 6L V6 Engine Shown 3 0L V6 Engine Similar ...

Page 311: ...mp Starting on page 10 105 4 Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 10 105 5 Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 8 6 6 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 18 7 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 10 25 8 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil on page 10 10 9 Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Engine Oil on page 10 10 10 Hydraulic C...

Page 312: ...Black plate 8 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014443 2014 CRC 4 3 13 10 8 Vehicle Care CTS V 6 2L V8 Engine ...

Page 313: ... Oil on page 10 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 18 9 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 18 10 Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir If Equipped See Hydraulic Clutch on page 10 15 11 Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 27 12 Engine Co...

Page 314: ...the engine cover forward 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 attention must be paid to engine oil Following these simple but important steps will help protect your investment Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of th...

Page 315: ...in keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick add 1 L 1 qt of the recommended oil and then recheck the level See Selecting 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 Caution Do not add too...

Page 316: ...use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W 30 10W 40 or 20W 50 Cold Temperature Operation In an area of extreme cold where the temperature falls below 29 C 20 F an SAE 0W 30 oil may be used An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade always select an oil of the correct spe...

Page 317: ...ssage comes on See Engine Oil Messages on page 5 36 Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 1 000 km 600 mi It is possible that if driving under the best conditions the oil life system might indicate that an oil change is not necessary for up to a year The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset Your dealer has trained service...

Page 318: ...d have it repaired as soon as possible The vehicle is not equipped with a transmission fluid level dipstick There is a special procedure for checking and changing the transmission fluid Because this procedure is difficult it should be done at the dealer Contact your dealer for additional information or refer to the procedure in the service manual To purchase a service manual see Service Publicatio...

Page 319: ...oir to make sure the fluid level is at the MIN minimum line on the side of the reservoir The hydraulic clutch fluid system should be closed and sealed Do not remove the cap to check the fluid level or to top off the fluid level Remove the cap only when necessary to add the proper fluid until the level reaches the MIN line Engine Air Cleaner Filter The engine air cleaner filter is in the engine com...

Page 320: ...rn the ignition off 2 Remove the side cover by pulling up on the front of the cover 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the air box 4 Loosen the screw on the clamp holding the air outlet duct in place Do not remove the clamp Move the duct aside 5 Remove the hose from the air cleaner housing mounting arm Move the hose aside 6 Remove the three air cleaner housing cover screws ...

Page 321: ...ing cover tabs to the air cleaner housing 3 Install the air cleaner housing cover 4 Install the air cleaner housing cover screws 5 Install the hose to the air cleaner housing mounting arm The hose must be routed correctly 6 Install the air cleaner outlet duct to the air cleaner housing 7 Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct screw clamp 8 Attach the electrical connector to the air box 9 Reinstall th...

Page 322: ...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 can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Warning Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do y...

Page 323: ...is a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 10 24 What to Use Warning Adding only plain water or some other liquid to 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 the wrong mixture the engine could get too hot but you woul...

Page 324: ... compartment on the driver side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 Check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank If the coolant inside the surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant ...

Page 325: ...ressure cap to cool If coolant is needed add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant surge tank If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows 1 Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one quarter turn an...

Page 326: ...be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FROID FULL COLD line on the side of the coolant surge tank 5 Replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated Caution If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly...

Page 327: ...terclockwise about one quarter of a turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This allows any pressure still left to be vented 2 Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to the fill neck until the coolant is within the cold fill region With the intercooler system pressure cap off start the engine and let it run for a couple of minutes Then tu...

Page 328: ... the engine is overheating the fan s should be running If they are not do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced Caution Running the engine without coolant may cause damage or a fire Vehicle damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 10 25 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency If Steam Is Co...

Page 329: ...riven Continue to drive the vehicle slow for about 10 minutes Keep a safe vehicle distance from the car in front of you If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally and have the cooling system checked for proper fill and function If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while parked If ...

Page 330: ...at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the HOT and COLD marks If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level between the marks What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 Always use the proper fluid Washer Fluid What to Use When adding windshield washer fluid to the vehicle be sure to read the manufacturer s ...

Page 331: ...icle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly Warning The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to a crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Caution Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the bra...

Page 332: ...Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear When new linings are installed the fluid level goes back up A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system can also cause a low fluid level Have the brake hydraulic system fixed...

Page 333: ... badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the vehicle If you do wash it off immediately Battery The battery is in the trunk behind the trim panel on the passenger side of the vehicle Refer to the replacement number show...

Page 334: ... the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger All Wheel Drive If your vehicle is equipped with all wheel drive this is an additional system that needs lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check the transfer case fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an un...

Page 335: ... For automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in P Park or N Neutral If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your dealer for service For manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in Neutral push the clutch pedal down halfway and try to start the engine The vehicle should start only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all...

Page 336: ...ehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ab...

Page 337: ...indshield 4 Lift up the wiper blade assembly cap 5 Pull the wiper blade assembly down far enough to release it from the J hooked end of the wiper arm Slide the assembly away from the arm Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to to...

Page 338: ...emove the cover 4 After wiper blade replacement ensure that the cover hook slides into the slot in the blade assembly 5 Snap the cover down to secure To remove the wiper blade 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever 2 to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm 1 out of the blade assembly 3 3 Push the new blade assembly securely on the wiper arm until the release le...

Page 339: ...a very high voltage If you try to service any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced the beam might be a slightly different shade than it was originally This is normal LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps For replacement of any LED lighting assembly contact your dealer F...

Page 340: ...Coupe and Sedan To replace one of these bulbs 1 Push the tab to remove the license plate lamp 2 Turn the license plate lamp assembly down to remove it 3 Turn the socket counterclockwise and remove it 4 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it 5 Push the new bulb straight into the socket 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp assembly License Plate Lamp Wagon To replace one ...

Page 341: ... License Plate Lamp W5WLL For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload When the current electrical load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed This gre...

Page 342: ...ation of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems To check a fuse look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse goes out ...

Page 343: ...may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component Mini Fuses Usage 11 Not Used 19 Antilock Braking System ABS 22 Display 23 Not Used Mini Fuses Usage 24 Body Control Module 1 25 Automatic Forward Lighting System HID Only 26 Body Control Module 5 ...

Page 344: ...Beam Headlamp 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 47 Right High Beam Headlamp 50 Right Daytime Running Lamp Windshield Washer Pump 51 Airbag System Ignition Switch Mini Fuses Usage 52 Engine Control Module Ignition Transmission Control Mod...

Page 345: ...1 71 Even Ignition Coils 72 Engine 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 Cooling Fan 2 7 Cooling Fan 1 8 Starter 9 Brake Vacuum Pump 10 Antilock Brake System Motor J Case Fuses Usage 13 Not Used 14 Electric Parking Brake 15 Not Used 16 Not...

Page 346: ...rn Signal Export Only 45 Front Fog 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 Speed Engine Compartment Fuse Block CTS Wagon This fuse block is on the left side of the engine compartment Lift the fuse block cover to access the fuses The vehicle ma...

Page 347: ...Mini Fuses Usage 24 Body 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 Module Battery 31 Horn 33 Left Low Beam Headlamp Domestic Non HID Only 34 Pedestrian Protection System Export Only 35 Body Control Module 3 36 Body Control Module 2 38 Headlamp Washe...

Page 348: ... Fuses Usage 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 Running Lamps non HID Left Low Beam HID Only 59 Right Daytime Running Lamp HID Only Right Trailer Turn Signal Export Only Mini Fuses Usage 60 Instrument Panel Auxiliary Power Outlet 61 Air Quali...

Page 349: ...ge 13 Not Used 14 Electric Parking Brake 15 Not Used 16 Not Used 17 Blower Motor 18 Transmission Control Module Battery 37 Trailer Export Only Relays Usage 1 Cooling Fan 2 2 Cooling Fan 1 3 Starter 4 Rear Window Defogger 5 Instrument Panel Auxiliary Power Outlet Relays Usage 12 Horn 20 Headlamp Washer HID Only 21 Cooling Fan Series Parallel 32 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch 39 Not Used 42 Righ...

Page 350: ... Windshield Wipers 67 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 fuses The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers ...

Page 351: ... Fuses Usage 24 Body 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 31 Horn 33 Not Used 34 Pedestrian Protection System Export Only 35 Body Control Module 3 36 Body Control Module 2 38 Headlamp Washer HID Only 40 Not Used 41 Air Conditioning Comp...

Page 352: ...er Moding Immobilizer 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 Auxiliary Power Outlet 61 Air Quality Sensor Inside Rear View Mirror Rear Camera 62 Ignition 64 Steering Wheel Illumination 65 Front Fog Lamps HID Only Mini Fuses Usage 69 Body Control ...

Page 353: ... 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 32 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch 39 Windshield Washer Pump 42 Right Daytime Running Lamp 44 Left Daytime Running Lamp HID Relays Usage 45 Front Fog Lamps HID Only 48 High Beam Headlamps 49 Low Beam Headlamps HID 53 Not Used 63 Mai...

Page 354: ...may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component Mini Fuses Usage 11 Not Used 19 Antilock Braking System ABS 22 Display 23 Sunroof Mini Fuses Usage 24 Body Control Module 1 25 Automatic Forward Lighting System HID Only 26 Body Control Module 5 ...

Page 355: ...age 43 Left Daytime Running Lamp HID 46 Left High Beam Headlamp 47 Right High Beam Headlamp 50 Right Daytime Running Lamp 51 Airbag System Ignition Switch 52 Engine Control Module Ignition Transmission Control Module Ignition 54 Power Moding Immobilizer Module Ignition Switch 55 Intercooler Pump 56 Windshield Wipers Mini Fuses Usage 57 Right Low Beam HID Only 58 Left Low Beam HID Only 59 Right Day...

Page 356: ...rter J Case Fuses Usage 9 Not Used 10 Antilock Brake System Motor 13 Not Used 14 Electric Parking Brake 15 Not Used 16 Not Used 17 Blower Motor 18 Rear Window Defogger 37 Magnetic Ride Suspension Control Relays Usage 1 Cooling Fan 2 2 Cooling Fan 1 3 Starter Relays Usage 4 Rear Window Defogger 5 Instrument Panel Auxiliary Power Outlet 12 Horn 20 Headlamp Washer HID Only 21 Cooling Fan Series Paral...

Page 357: ... Windshield Wipers High Speed Rear Compartment Fuse Block CTS Wagon This fuse block is on the right side of the vehicle behind the trim panel in the rear compartment The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Relays Usage 5 Stop Lamps Export Only 6 Door Lock 7 Door Unlock 8 Fuel Door Unlock Export Only Relays Usage 9 Right Position Lamp Export Only 10 Console A...

Page 358: ...roof 22 Right Position Lamp Export Only Mini Fuses Usage 23 Regulated Voltage Control Sensor 24 Audio System Radio 25 Airbag System 26 Remote Keyless Entry PASS Key Theft Deterrent Module 27 Audio Speakers Subwoofer 28 OnStar System If Equipped 29 Engine Control Module 30 Canister Vent 31 Fuel Pump 33 Stop Lamps Export Only Mini Fuses Usage 34 Theft Deterrent System Universal Garage Door Opener 35...

Page 359: ...Compartment Fuse Block CTS V Wagon The rear compartment fuse block is on the passenger side of the vehicle behind the trim panel in the rear compartment The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown Relays Usage 5 Stop Lamps Export Only 6 Door Lock 7 Door Unlock 8 Fuel Door Unlock Export Only Relays Usage 9 Right Position Lamp Export Only 10 Console Auxiliary Power Outlet ...

Page 360: ...p 22 Right Position Lamp Export Only Mini Fuses Usage 23 Regulated Voltage Control Sensor 24 Audio System Radio 25 Airbag System 26 Remote Keyless Entry PASS Key Theft Deterrent Module 27 Audio Speakers Subwoofer 28 OnStar 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 Ope...

Page 361: ...e Block CTS Coupe The rear compartment fuse block is on top of the battery on the right side of the trunk The battery access door must be removed to access the fuse block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Relays Usage 5 Stop Lamps Export Only 6 Door Lock 7 Door Unlock 8 Fuel Door Unlock Export Only Relays Usage 9 Right Position Lamp Export Only 10 Cons...

Page 362: ... Coupe Only 21 Sunroof Mini Fuses Usage 22 Right Position Lamp Export Only 23 Regulated Voltage Control Sensor 24 Audio System Radio 25 Airbag System 26 Remote Keyless Entry PASS Key Theft Deterrent Module 27 Audio Speakers Subwoofer 28 OnStar System If Equipped 29 Engine Control Module 30 Canister Vent 31 Fuel Pump 33 Stop Lamps Export Only Mini Fuses Usage 34 Theft Deterrent System Universal Gar...

Page 363: ...k CTS V Coupe and Sedan The rear compartment fuse block is on top of the battery on the right side of the trunk The battery access door must be removed to access the fuse block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Relays Usage 5 Stop Lamps Export Only 6 Door Lock 7 Door Unlock 8 Fuel Door Unlock Export Only Relays Usage 9 Right Position Lamp Export Only 1...

Page 364: ...21 Fuel Pump Mini Fuses Usage 22 Right Position Lamp Export Only 23 Regulated Voltage Control Sensor 24 Audio System Radio 25 Airbag System 26 Remote Keyless Entry PASS Key Theft Deterrent Module 27 Audio Speakers Subwoofer 28 OnStar System If Equipped 29 Engine Control Module 30 Canister Vent 31 Rear Differential Cooling Pump 33 Stop Lamps Export Only Mini Fuses Usage 34 Theft Deterrent System Un...

Page 365: ...e tire warranty and where to get service For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer Warning Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 11 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting cr...

Page 366: ...ice etc Excessive spinning may cause the tires to explode See Tire Pressure for High Speed Operation on page 10 71 for inflation pressure adjustment for high speed driving All Season Tires This vehicle may come with all season tires These tires are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire perfo...

Page 367: ... load range and speed rating as the original equipment tires Winter tires with the same speed rating as the original equipment tires may not be available for H V W Y and ZR speed rated tires If winter tires with a lower speed rating are chosen never exceed the tire s maximum speed capability Low Profile Tires If the vehicle has P235 50R18 245 45ZR19 P245 45R19 255 40ZR19 P265 45R18 275 40ZR19 or 2...

Page 368: ...on the vehicle if frequent driving in cold temperatures or on snow or ice covered roads is expected See Winter Tires on page 10 63 Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire Example 1 Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers use...

Page 369: ...ws the manufacturer and plant code tire 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 5 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 6 Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwe...

Page 370: ...re although only one side may have the date of manufacture 4 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load 5 Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 420 kPa 60 psi For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Tire Pressure on page 10 70 6 Tire Size A combination of letters...

Page 371: ...B means belted bias ply construction 5 Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches 6 Service Description These characters represent the load index and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load carrying capacity a tire is certified to carry The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air ins...

Page 372: ...Limits on page 9 11 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 11 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 11 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used...

Page 373: ...Load Limits on page 9 11 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can oper...

Page 374: ...e See Tire and Loading Information Label under Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 11 Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Caution Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good Underinflated tires or tires that do not have enough air can result in Tire overloading and overheating which could lead to a blowout Premature or irregular wear Poor handling...

Page 375: ...If the cold tire inflation 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 reached If the inflation pressure is high press on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve to release air Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gauge Return the valve cap...

Page 376: ... the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an ad...

Page 377: ...n page 13 15 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly if the vehicle has one The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in the tires and transmits the tire pressure re...

Page 378: ...rect tire sealant is not covered by the vehicle warranty Always use only the 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 damage the TPMS sensors See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 86 for information regarding the inflator kit materials ...

Page 379: ...TPMS malfunction light and DIC message comes on and stays on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire wheel position 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 con...

Page 380: ...ng mode is no longer active 9 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 10 Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the tire and loading information label 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 three or more places around the ...

Page 381: ...nt on page 10 83 Directional tires should not be rotated Each tire and wheel should be used only in the position it is in Directional tires will have an arrow on the tire 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 directional Different tire siz...

Page 382: ...el could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can be used however use a 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 ...

Page 383: ...king for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criter...

Page 384: ...plode during improper service Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury or death Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires Warning Mixing tires of different sizes other than those originally installed on the vehicle brands or types may cause loss of control of the vehicle resulting in a crash or other vehicle damage Use the correct size b...

Page 385: ...fferent size than the original equipment wheels and tires vehicle performance including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resistance to rollover may be affected If the vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock brakes rollover airbags traction control electronic stability control or All Wheel Drive the performance of these systems can also be affected Warning If diff...

Page 386: ...ay vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addition To These Grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified...

Page 387: ...ly or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing are not necessary on a regular basis Consider an alignment check if there is unusual tire wear or the vehicle is significan...

Page 388: ... chain clearance to the body and chassis Used Replacement Wheels Warning Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown It could fail suddenly and cause a crash When replacing wheels use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains Warning Do not use tire chains There is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without th...

Page 389: ...very bumpy and noisy Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash Never attempt to re inflate a tire that has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat Have your dealer or an authorized ...

Page 390: ...th a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit To use the jacking equipment to change a spare tire safely follow the instructions below Then see Tire Changing on page 10 96 To use the tire sealant and compressor kit see Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 86 When the vehicle has a flat tire 2 use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks ...

Page 391: ...ision loose equipment could strike someone Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit there may not be a spare tire or tire changing equipment and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm 0 25 in in the tread area of the...

Page 392: ... on the label adhered to the sealant canister Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant canister and sealant air h...

Page 393: ...Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 4 See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 85 for other important safety warnings Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire 1 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Coupe on page 10 94 or Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Wagon on...

Page 394: ...e pressure will quickly drop and start to rise again as the tire inflates with air only 10 Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge 3 The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 70 The pressure gauge 3 may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on Turn the co...

Page 395: ...ire is repaired or replaced 17 Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle 18 Immediately drive the vehicle 8 km 5 mi to distribute the sealant in the tire 19 Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure Refer to Steps 1 11 under Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Punctured If the tire pressure has fallen more than 68 kPa...

Page 396: ... replaced Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Punctured To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant 1 Selector Switch Sealant Air or Air Only 2 On Off Button 3 Pressure Gauge 4 Pressure Deflation Button 5 Tire Sealant Canister 6 Sealant Air Hose Clear 7 Air Only Hose Black 8 Power Plug 9 Canister Release Button Under Sealant...

Page 397: ...r 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 not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 7 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor 8 Press and turn the selector switch 1 clockwise to the Air Only position 9 Press the on off but...

Page 398: ...r plug 8 and cord back in its original location 15 Place the equipment in the original storage location in the vehicle The tire sealant and compressor kit has an accessory adapter located in a compartment on the bottom of its housing that may be used to inflate air mattresses balls etc Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister 1 Unwrap the sealant hose 2 Press...

Page 399: ... Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Wagon The tire sealant and compressor kit is in the rear of the vehicle 1 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 2 Foam Container 3 Subwoofer Optional 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 2 19 2 Pull up on the tire sealant and compressor kit 1 to remove it from the foam container 2 It is not necessary to remove the subwoofer 3 to access the tire sealant and compressor...

Page 400: ...Foam Container 3 Wing Nut 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 17 2 Locate the tire sealant and compressor kit 1 in the center of the cargo area 3 Remove the wing nut 3 that holds the tire sealant and compressor kit 1 in place 4 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit 1 from the foam container 2 To store the tire sealant and compressor kit reverse the steps Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire...

Page 401: ...tire 6 The tools you will be using next include the jack 3 wheel wrench 4 and extension 5 if the vehicle has one Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Wagon 1 Wing Nut 2 Spare Tire 3 Jack 4 Subwoofer If Equipped 5 Wheel Wrench Two Piece Shown Three Piece Similar 6 Extension If Equipped 7 Cable To access the spare tire and jacking equipment 1 Remove the spare tire cover 2 Remove the subwoofer 4 if the ...

Page 402: ...ard to remove it from the floor storage bracket Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 85 2 Use the wrench to loosen all of the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 3 Find the jacking location using the diagram above and the corresponding V shaped locating notches in the plastic molding Warning Getting under a vehi...

Page 403: ...elp avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Caution If you position the jack under the rocker molding and attempt to raise the vehicle you could break the molding and or cause other damage to your vehicle Always position the jack so that when the jack head is raised it will fit firmly in the notch located inboar...

Page 404: ... ground for the compact spare tire to fit under the vehicle 9 Remove all of the wheel nuts and the flat tire Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a p...

Page 405: ...arning Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for original equipmen...

Page 406: ...d collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Storing the Flat Tire with a Flat Load Floor Sedan 1 Cargo Tie Down 2 Hook 3 Loop 1 Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on 2 Put the flat tire in the tire storage bag if there is one 3 Place the tire lying flat in the rear storage compartment 4 ...

Page 407: ... compartment cover on 2 Put the flat tire in the tire storage bag if there is one 3 Place the tire lying flat in the rear storage compartment 4 Route one of the hooks 1 at the end of the cable provided through the liftgate striker 2 5 Slide both D rings 5 on each side of the vehicle as far rearward as they will go 6 Route one hook 1 under the wheel spoke 3 and place the hook into the slot in the c...

Page 408: ...The vehicle will perform differently with the spare tire installed and it is recommended that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km h 50 mph To conserve the tread of the spare tire have the standard tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area When using a compact spare tire the ABS and Traction Control systems may engage until the spare tire is rec...

Page 409: ...be covered by the vehicle warranty Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Caution If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground...

Page 410: ... Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal locations or the remote positive and remote negative terminals of the other vehicle Then locate the remote positive location on your vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for locations of the terminals Your vehicle has a remote negative ground location as shown in the illustration It is on the left side of the engine comp...

Page 411: ...d be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately Warning Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If t...

Page 412: ...h anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 45 cm 18 in away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and th...

Page 413: ...control arms and links during towing and recovery of a disabled vehicle or when securing the vehicle to a flatbed car carrier Use the proper nylon strap harnesses around the tires to secure them to the flatbed car carrier Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed car carrier A wheel lift tow truck could damage the vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must ...

Page 414: ...ring professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed Dinghy Towing Caution If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not tow the vehicle w...

Page 415: ... Electric on page 9 35 4 Put the vehicle in P Park for an automatic transmission or in 1 First for a manual transmission 5 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the dolly 6 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 7 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Dolly Towing All Wheel Drive Vehicles Caution Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four...

Page 416: ... care product Caution Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 30 cm 12 in to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can result in damage or removal of paint and decals The e symbol is on any underhood compartment electrical center that should not be power washed This could cause damage that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If using an automat...

Page 417: ...inish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle To keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings Caution Failure to clean and protect the bright metal moldings can result in a hazy white finish or pitting This damage would not be covere...

Page 418: ...cessive heat generated Caution Failure to clean lamps properly can cause damage to the lamp cover that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Air Intakes Clear debris from the air intakes between the hood and windshield when washing the vehicle Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner Clean rubber blades using a lint free cloth or paper towel soaked ...

Page 419: ...ons such as ice and dust Always wash the chrome with soap and water after exposure Caution To avoid surface damage do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome plated wheels Use only approved cleaners Also never drive a vehicle with aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an Continued Caution Continued automatic car wash ...

Page 420: ...k painted vehicle surfaces causing blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface See Finish Care previously in this section Interior Care To prevent dirt particle abrasions regularly clean the vehicle s interior Immediately remove any soils Note that newspapers or dark garments that can transfer color to home furnishings can also permanently transf...

Page 421: ...th Commercial glass cleaners may be used if necessary after cleaning the interior glass with plain water Caution To prevent scratching never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may damage the rear window defogger Cleaning the windshield with water during the first three to six months of ownership will reduce tendency to fog Speaker Covers Vacuum aroun...

Page 422: ...stness before using a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter If ring formation occurs clean the entire fabric or carpet Following the cleaning process a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information and Radio Displays For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays use a microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces Before wiping the surfa...

Page 423: ...cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or painted surface in the vehicle blot immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Damage caused by air fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Cargo Cover and Convenience Net Wash with warm water and mild detergent Do not use chlorine bleach ...

Page 424: ...lways check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a single floor mat on the driver s side Do not place one floor mat on top of another The driver side floor mat is held in place by a button type retainer Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1 Pull up on ...

Page 425: ...ent Parts 11 15 Maintenance 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 against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance It may also help to maintain the value of the vehicle if it is sold It is the responsibility of th...

Page 426: ...2 000 km 7 500 mi Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition improves fuel economy and reduces vehicle emissions Because of the way people use 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 limits on the Tire and Loa...

Page 427: ... with the Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance It is a maintenance program that covers select maintenance services during the first 4 years or 80 000 km 50 000 mi whichever comes first Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance covers routine maintenance services when scheduled in accordance with the owner manual including Oil changes based on the vehicle s oil life monitor system Tire rotation every 12 000 k...

Page 428: ...eed for vehicle service for more than a year The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset Your trained dealer technician can perform this work If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally service the vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last service Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on p...

Page 429: ... 3 19 Visually inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts Lubricate body components See Exterior Care on page 10 112 Check starter switch See Starter Switch Check on page 10 31 Check automatic transmission shift lock control function See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10 31 Check ignit...

Page 430: ...i 216000km 135 000m i 228000km 142 500m i 240000km 150 000m i Rotate tires if recommended for the vehicle and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed 1 Replace passenger compartment air filter 2 Inspect evaporative control system 3 Replace engine air cleaner filter 4 Except CTS V Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires CT...

Page 431: ...otation See Tire Rotation on page 10 76 2 Or every two years whichever comes first More frequent replacement may be needed if the vehicle is driven in areas with heavy traffic areas with poor air quality or areas with high dust levels Replacement may also be needed if there is a reduction in air flow excessive window fogging or odors 3 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up ro...

Page 432: ... tires if recommended for the vehicle and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed 1 Replace passenger compartment air filter 2 Inspect evaporative control system 3 Replace engine air cleaner filter 4 Except CTS V Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires CTS V Only Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires Change automat...

Page 433: ...76 2 Or every two years whichever comes first More frequent replacement may be needed if the vehicle is driven in areas with heavy traffic areas with poor air quality or areas with high dust levels Replacement may also be needed if there is a reduction in air flow excessive window fogging or odors 3 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 4 Or every four y...

Page 434: ... dealer technicians know your vehicle best Your dealer can also perform a thorough assessment with a multi point inspection to recommend when your vehicle may need attention The following list is intended to explain the services and conditions to look for that may indicate services are required Battery The battery supplies power to start the engine and operate any additional electrical accessories...

Page 435: ...e filled Hoses Hoses transport fluids and should be regularly inspected to ensure that there are no cracks or leaks With a multi point inspection your dealer can inspect the hoses and advise if replacement is needed Lamps Properly working headlamps taillamps and brake lamps are important to see and be seen on the road Signs that the headlamps need attention include dimming failure to light crackin...

Page 436: ... products are available from your dealer For information on how to clean and protect the vehicle s interior and exterior see Interior Care on page 10 116 and Exterior Care on page 10 112 Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is critical for ensuring that the tires deliver optimal wear and performance Signs that the alignment may need to be adjusted include pulling improper vehicle handling or unusual ti...

Page 437: ... 10 19 Fuel Additive Fuel System Treatment PLUS Part number 88861013 See Fuel Additives on page 9 50 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Hydraulic Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 89021185 in Canada 89021186 Hydraulic ...

Page 438: ...8900330 in Canada 992694 where required Chassis Lubrication Chassis 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 10953474 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 89021668 in ...

Page 439: ... obtained from your dealer 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 25177917 PF2129 3 6L V6 Engine 25177917 PF2129 6 2L V8 Engine 89017524 PF48 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 19130403 CF133 Spark Plugs 3 0L V6 Engine 12622561 41 109 3 6L V6 Engine...

Page 440: ... 11 16 Service and Maintenance 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 20791461 Passenger Side 53 3 cm 21 in 20791462 Rear Wiper Blade Wagon 30 5 cm 12 in 20825882 ...

Page 441: ...ervice and Maintenance 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 maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed ...

Page 442: ...ck plate 18 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014443 2014 CRC 4 3 13 11 18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed ...

Page 443: ...e It can be seen through 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 VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 fo...

Page 444: ...3 for more information Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System Engine 3 0LV6 Engine 10 3 L 10 9 qt 3 6LV6 Engine 11 3 L 11 9 qt 6 2LV8 Engine 11 8 L 12 5 qt Cooling System Intercooler 6 2LV8 Engine 2 3 L 2 4 qt En...

Page 445: ...Wheel Nut Torque 150 Y 110 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3 0LV6 Engine 5 Automatic Manual 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 043 in 3 6LV6 Engine 3 Automatic 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 043 in 6 2LV8 Engine P Automatic Manual 0 95 ...

Page 446: ...Black plate 4 1 Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014443 2014 CRC 4 3 13 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing CTS V6 Engine CTS V 6 2L V8 Engine ...

Page 447: ...icle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 14 Event Data Recorders 13 14 OnStar 13 15 Navigation System 13 15 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 15 Radio Frequency Statement 13 15 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the oper...

Page 448: ...ed with the new vehicle 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 The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpret...

Page 449: ...e believe our impartial 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 Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre 1 888 446 2000 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to Mediation Arbitration Program c ...

Page 450: ...ac online owner experience is a one stop resource that allows interaction with Cadillac and keeps important vehicle specific information in one place Membership Benefits E Vehicle Information Download owner manuals and view vehicle specific how to videos G Maintenance Information View maintenance schedules required alerts OnStar onboard vehicle diagnostic information and schedule service appointme...

Page 451: ...ftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift for the vehicle For more information on the limited offer visit www gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text Telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program Visit www gm ca or call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for d...

Page 452: ...Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock may be available if you have OnStar For security reasons the driver must present identification before this service is given Emergency Tow from a Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for warranty service or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven Assistance is also given when the ve...

Page 453: ...ervice Lock Out Service Vehicle registration is required Trip Interruption Benefits and Service Pre authorization original detailed receipts and a copy of the repair orders are required Once authorization has been received the Roadside Service advisor will help you make arrangements and explain how to receive payment Alternative Service If assistance cannot be provided right away the Roadside Serv...

Page 454: ...venience by providing 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 Transportation Dealers may provide shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes one way or round trip shuttle service within reasona...

Page 455: ...on Collision Damage Repair If 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 diminish the vehicle resale value and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with th...

Page 456: ...ion for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts Some 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 such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier consider switching to another insurance carrier If the veh...

Page 457: ...the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair 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 parts even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost If anot...

Page 458: ...800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover see Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated Attention 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 S funds Make checks pay...

Page 459: ...Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe 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 Branch 80 rue Noel Gatineau QC J8Z 0A1 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Can...

Page 460: ... assist in understanding 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 is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened How far if at all ...

Page 461: ...ystem If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system use of the system may result in the storage of destinations addresses telephone numbers 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 functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition sys...

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Page 463: ... status light is next to the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Press Q or call 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Press to Make a call end a call or answer an incoming call Give OnStar Hands Free Calling voice commands Give OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation voice commands Requires the available Directio...

Page 464: ...y personnel The Advisor is also trained to offer critical assistance in emergency situations Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if equipped OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors remotely if equipped with automatic door locks and can help police locate the vehicle if it is stolen Navigation OnStar navigation requires the Dire...

Page 465: ...hen responds with OnStar ready then a tone Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav Allows subscribers to send destinations from MapQuest com to their Turn by Turn Navigation or screen based navigation system When ready the directions will be downloaded to the vehicle Destination Download Press Q then request the Advisor to download directions to the navigation system in the veh...

Page 466: ...1 Press System responds OnStar Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Call System responds Please say the name or number to call 3 Say 911 without pausing System responds 911 4 Say Call System responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free Calling number is then says the number End a Call Press System responds Call end...

Page 467: ...nt information If OnStar receives information that vehicle ownership has changed OnStar may send a voice message to the vehicle requesting updated account information Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible after acquiring the vehicle The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain the OnStar service offers and options a...

Page 468: ... prevent service such as hills tall buildings tunnels weather electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle damage to the vehicle in a crash or wireless phone network congestion or jamming See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 Services for People with Disabilities Advisors provide services to help subscribers with physical disabilities and medical conditions Press Q for help with ...

Page 469: ...sistance and a locksmith to help gain access to the vehicle Global Positioning System GPS Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a large city with tall buildings in parking garages around airports in tunnels underpasses or parking garages or in an area with very dense trees If GPS signals are not available the OnStar system should still operate to call OnStar However OnStar could have difficulty iden...

Page 470: ...vate communications without consent OnStar libcurl and unzip acknowledgments Certain OnStar components include libcurl and unzip software Below are the notices and licenses associated with this software libcurl COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICE Copyright c 1996 2010 Daniel Stenberg daniel haxx se All rights reserved Permission to use copy modify and distribute this software for any purpose with or w...

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Page 473: ...3 25 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 23 Where Are the Airbags 3 22 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 31 Passenger Status Indicator 5 18 Readiness Light 5 17 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 31 System Check 3 20 Alarm Vehicle Security 2 23 Alert Side Blind Zone SBZA 9 44 All Wheel Drive 10 30 9 33 AM FM Radio 7 8 Antenna Multi band 7 15 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 33 Warning Light 5 23 ...

Page 474: ...g Lamps 10 35 6 5 Halogen Bulbs 10 35 Headlamp Aiming 10 34 Headlamps 10 35 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 10 35 License Plate Lamps 10 36 Buying New Tires 10 79 C Calibration 5 7 California Fuel Requirements 9 50 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 3 Camera Rear Vision RVC 9 46 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 25...

Page 475: ... 86 Connections OnStar 14 3 Control Traction and Electronic Stability 9 38 Control of a Vehicle 9 3 Convenience Net 4 6 Convex Mirrors 2 26 Coolant Engine 10 19 Engine Temperature Gauge 5 16 Engine Temperature Warning Light 5 24 Cooling System 10 18 Engine Messages 5 35 Courtesy Transportation Program 13 8 Cover Cargo 4 2 Engine 10 9 Cruise Control 9 41 Light 5 27 Messages 5 34 Cupholders 4 2 Cust...

Page 476: ... 11 Wet Roads 9 6 Winter 9 8 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 8 1 DVD CD Player 7 19 E Easy Entry Seat 3 3 Electrical Equipment Add On 9 59 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block 10 38 10 42 10 46 10 49 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 10 38 Overload 10 37 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 10 53 10 55 10 57 10 59 Emergency OnStar 14 2 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 10 15 Check and Service Engine Soon...

Page 477: ...matic Transmission 10 14 Brakes 10 28 Power Steering 10 25 Washer 10 26 Fog Lamps Bulb Replacement 10 35 6 5 Folding Mirrors 2 27 Front Fog Lamp Light 5 26 Front Seats Adjustment 3 3 Heated and Ventilated 3 9 Fuel 9 49 Additives 9 50 Economy Driving 1 23 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 9 52 Filling the Tank 9 51 Foreign Countries 9 50 Gasoline Specifications 9 50 Gauge 5 13 Requirements Californ...

Page 478: ...ps DRL 6 2 Flash to Pass 6 2 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 10 35 High Beam On Light 5 26 High Low Beam Changer 6 2 Lamps On Reminder 5 26 Washer 5 7 Heated Steering Wheel 5 4 Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 3 9 Heated Mirrors 2 27 Heater Engine Coolant 9 22 High Beam On Light 5 26 High Speed Operation 10 71 Highway Hypnosis 9 7 Hill and Mountain Roads 9 8 Hood 10 5 Horn 5 4 How to Wear S...

Page 479: ...n Control 6 6 LED 10 35 Parade Dimming 6 7 Lights Airbag Readiness 5 17 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 5 23 Brake System Warning 5 22 Charging System 5 18 Cruise Control 5 27 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 5 24 Engine Oil Pressure 5 25 Flash to Pass 6 2 Front Fog Lamp 5 26 High Beam On 5 26 High Low Beam Changer 6 2 Safety Belt Reminders 5 16 Security 5 26 StabiliTrak OFF 5 23 Lights cont d...

Page 480: ...ower 5 36 Messages cont d Fuel System 5 37 Key and Lock 5 37 Lamp 5 39 Object Detection System 5 40 Ride Control System 5 41 Security 5 43 Service Vehicle 5 44 Tire 5 44 Transmission 5 45 Vehicle 5 31 Vehicle Speed 5 46 Washer Fluid 5 46 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview 2 27 Convex 2 26 Folding 2 27 Heated 2 27 Power 2 27 Monitor System Tire Pressure 10 72 MP3 7 23 Multi band Antenna 7 15 N Navi...

Page 481: ...ngine 10 24 P Parade Dimming 6 7 Park Shifting Into 9 23 Shifting Out of 9 24 Parking 9 25 Brake 9 34 9 35 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 32 Over Things That Burn 9 25 Parking Assist Ultrasonic 9 43 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 5 18 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 6 Passenger Sensing System 3 26 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 10 3 Personalization Vehicle 5 46 Phone Blue...

Page 482: ... 32 Maintenance 11 15 Replacing Airbag System 3 32 Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash 3 47 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 19 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 13 13 General Motors 13 13 U S Government 13 12 Restraints Where to Put 3 39 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 22 Ride Control Systems Limited Slip Rear Axle 9 40 Magnetic 9 40 Messages 5 41 Roads Driving ...

Page 483: ... 1 Publications Ordering Information 13 11 Scheduling Appointments 13 7 Vehicle Messages 5 44 Servicing the Airbag 3 31 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 10 31 Shifting Into Park 9 23 Out of Park 9 24 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 9 44 Signals Turn and Lane Change 6 5 Spare Tire Compact 10 104 Specifications and Capacities 12 2 Speed Limiter Engine 5 14 Speedometer 5 13 Stabili...

Page 484: ... 76 Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 86 Sealant and Compressor Kit Storing 10 94 10 96 Sidewall Labeling 10 64 Terminology and Definitions 10 67 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 82 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 83 Wheel Replacement 10 83 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 78 Winter 10 63 Towing Driving Characteristics 9 53 Equipment 9 58 General Information 9 53 Recreational Vehicle 10 109 Towing ...

Page 485: ... 11 Security 2 23 Speed Messages 5 46 Towing 10 109 Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 94 10 96 Tire Pressure 10 70 Ventilation Air 8 6 Visors 2 30 W Warning Brake System Light 5 22 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 10 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 4 Washer Fluid 10 26 Messages 5 46 Washer Headlamps 5 7 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 83 Di...

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