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Cadillac 2014 XTS, Owner'S Manual

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Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-6006999) -

2014 - CRC - 9/11/13

Service and Maintenance

11-5

.

Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
or contamination. See

Exterior

Care on page 10-82

. Replace

worn or damaged wiper blades.
See

Wiper Blade Replacement

on page 10-27

.

.

Check tire inflation pressures.
See

Tire Pressure on

page 10-46

.

.

Inspect tire wear. See

Tire

Inspection on page 10-53

.

.

Visually check for fluid leaks.

.

Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on

page 10-13

.

.

Inspect brake system.

.

Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of
wear. See

Exterior Care on

page 10-82

.

.

Check restraint system
components. See

Safety System

Check on page 3-20

.

.

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 10-82

.

.

Check starter switch. See

Starter

Switch Check on page 10-25

.

.

Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See

Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function Check on
page 10-26

.

.

Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See

Park Brake and

P (Park) Mechanism Check on
page 10-26

.

.

Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.

.

Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.

.

Check tire sealant expiration
date, if equipped. See

Tire

Sealant and Compressor Kit on
page 10-62

.

.

Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See

Sunroof on

page 2-25

.

Summary of Contents for 2014 XTS

Page 1: ...1 Storage Compartments 4 1 Additional Storage Features 4 4 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 9 Information Displays 5 30 Vehicle Messages 5 36 Vehicle Personalization 5 48 Universal Remote System 5 53 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 6 Lighting Features 6 8 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Climate Controls 8 1 Climate Con...

Page 2: ...Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance 11 3 Maintenance Schedule 11 4 Special Application Services 11 9 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 9 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 13 Maintenance Records 11 16 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Def...

Page 3: ...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 Propriéta...

Page 4: ...g 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 components and labels that use symbols instead of text Sym...

Page 5: ...ditioning Refrigerant Oil Antilock Brake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar if equipped Brake System Warning Light I Certified Technician Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps H Flammable Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Heated Steering Wheel j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure O Power R...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 vi Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ...Interior Lighting 1 10 Exterior Lighting 1 11 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 11 Climate Controls 1 12 Transmission 1 13 Vehicle Features Steering Wheel Controls 1 14 Cruise Control 1 15 Infotainment System 1 15 Driver Information Center DIC 1 15 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 1 16 Lane Departure Warning LDW 1 16 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 1 16 Rear Vision Camera RVC 1 16 Ultrasonic Parking Assist 1...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...

Page 9: ...7 1 8 Glove Box Button See Glove Box on page 4 2 Parking Assist Button See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9 43 9 Instrument Panel Storage on page 4 1 10 Hood Release See Hood on page 10 4 11 Data Link Connector DLC Out of View See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 20 12 Cruise Control on page 9 32 Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9 35 If Equipped Forward Collision Alert FCA System on page 9 5...

Page 10: ...r three seconds to sound the panic alarm Press again or start the vehicle to cancel the panic alarm i Press and hold to release the trunk Press the key release button near the bottom of the transmitter to remove the key The key can be used for the driver door See Keys on page 2 2 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 Remote Vehicle Start If equipped with remote start the engine...

Page 11: ...unlock a door pull once on the door handle to unlock it and again to open it Power Door Locks From the inside press Q or K See Power Door Locks on page 2 12 From the outside press Q or K on the RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 From the outside if the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Access press the button on the door handle when the Remote Keyless Entry RK...

Page 12: ...h that controls only that window Press the switch to lower the window Pull the switch up to raise it See Power Windows on page 2 21 Seat Adjustment Power Seats To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of th...

Page 13: ...ee Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 6 Memory Features Driver Buttons Shown Passenger Buttons Similar If equipped the SET 1 2 and B Exit buttons on the driver door and front passenger door are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver and passenger seats The driver memory buttons also store outside mirror and power tilt and telescoping steering column positions See Memory Seats o...

Page 14: ...three for the highest setting and one for the lowest If the front heated seats are on high the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes 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 ...

Page 15: ... Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 18 Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirror 1 Move the selector switch to L Left or R Right to choose the driver or passenger mirror 2 Press one of the four arrows to move the mirror 3 Move the selector switch to to deselect the mirror The vehicle has manual folding mirrors or if equipped power folding mirrors See Folding Mirrors on page 2 20 Interior Mirror Adjustment ...

Page 16: ...ior Lighting Dome Lamp The dome lamp is in the overhead console To change the dome lamp settings press OFF Turns the lamp off even when a door is open DOOR The lamp comes on automatically when a door is opened ON Turns the dome lamp on Reading Lamps There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened To manuall...

Page 17: ...b returns to the AUTO position after it is released Turn to O again to reactivate the AUTO mode AUTO Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off depending on outside lighting Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps except the headlamps 5 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Turn and Lane Change Signal...

Page 18: ...down For several wipes hold the lever down n L Pull the lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 3 Climate Controls The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating cooling and ventilation Climate Control Buttons 1 Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2 Fan Control 3 OFF Fan 4 Driver and Pass...

Page 19: ... Touch Screen 8 Air Delivery Mode Control See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 and Rear Climate Control System on page 8 6 If Equipped Transmission Automatic Transmission Tap Shift Tap Shift allows the driver to manually control the automatic transmission To use Tap Shift the shift lever must be in M Manual Mode If equipped the controls are on the back of the steering wheel Tap th...

Page 20: ...14 1 or Bluetooth in the infotainment manual c Press to decline an incoming call or end a current call Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on a call S or T Press to go to the previous or next menu option y or z Move SEL up or down to go to the next or previous selection SEL Press to select a highlighted menu option C or B Press to go to the next or previous favorite when liste...

Page 21: ... to set the speed and activate cruise control If the cruise control is already active use to decrease vehicle speed To decrease speed by 1 km h 1 mph press SET down to the first detent To decrease speed to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedometer press SET down to the second detent Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory See Cruise Control on page 9 32 or A...

Page 22: ...kings The LDW indicator appears green if a lane marking is detected If the vehicle departs the lane the indicator will change to amber and flash In addition beeps will sound or the driver seat will pulse See Lane Departure Warning LDW on page 9 56 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA If equipped SBZA will detect vehicles in the next lane over in the vehicle s side blind zone area When this happens the SBZA ...

Page 23: ...e Cruise Control ACC it also has the Active Emergency Braking System which includes Intelligent Brake Assist IBA and the Automatic Collision Preparation ACP System These systems can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle to help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes See Active Emergency Braking System on page 9 52 Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to pl...

Page 24: ...ress and hold the front of to vent the sunroof The sunshade will automatically open approximately 38 cm 15 in Press and hold the rear of to close the vent Comfort Stop Feature This feature stops the sunroof from opening fully Press and release the rear of to open the sunroof to the comfort open position Press the rear of again to open the sunroof fully If the sunshade is not fully open when the co...

Page 25: ... DIC message is displayed See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 44 Press and release the g button again to turn on both systems See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 29 Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle s tires If the warning li...

Page 26: ...NE OIL SOON message and reset the oil life at 100 Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change The oil life system can also be reset as follows 1 Turn the ignition on with the engine off 2 Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds If the CHANGE EN...

Page 27: ...ded 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 vehicles are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program See Roadside Service on page 13 5 OnStar If equipped this vehicle has a comprehensive in vehicle system that can connect to a live Advisor for Emergency Security Navigation Connection and Diagnostic Services Se...

Page 28: ...Black plate 22 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 1 22 In Brief 2 NOTES ...

Page 29: ...ks 2 12 Delayed Locking 2 13 Automatic Door Locks 2 13 Lockout Protection 2 13 Safety Locks 2 14 Doors Trunk 2 14 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 16 Vehicle Alarm System 2 16 Immobilizer 2 18 Immobilizer Operation 2 18 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 19 Power Mirrors 2 19 Folding Mirrors 2 20 Heated Mirrors 2 20 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 2 20 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirro...

Page 30: ... others could be caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter There is a key inside the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter that is used for locking unlocking the driver door and for locking the rear seatbacks so they cannot be folded See Rear Seats on page 3 10 To remove the key press the button near the bottom of the transmitter and pull the ...

Page 31: ...Keyless Entry RKE System Operation The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within range See Keyless Access Operation following The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m 197 ft away from the vehicle Other conditions such as those previously stated can impact the performance of the transmitter Q Lock Press to lock all doors The turn signal indicators may fl...

Page 32: ...e vehicle using the RKE transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 9 L Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm Press and release to initiate vehicle locator The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times Press and hold L for three seconds to sound the panic alarm The horn sounds and the turn signal lamps flash for 30 seconds or until L is pressed again or the vehicle is started i Remote Trunk Re...

Page 33: ...l doors Any vehicle door has been opened and all doors are now closed Passive Locking This feature will lock the vehicle several seconds after all doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at least one RKE transmitter has been removed from the interior or none remain in the interior Temporary Disable Passive Locking Feature Temporarily disable the passive locking by pressing and holding K on the ...

Page 34: ...ll transmitters both currently recognized and new must be with you 1 Open the center console storage area and the storage tray 2 Place the recognized transmitter s in the pocket The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area between the driver and front passenger seats 3 Remove the key lock cylinder cap See Door Locks on page 2 10 Insert the vehicle key into the key lock cylinder...

Page 35: ...ters to be programmed must be with you 1 Remove the key lock cylinder cap See Door Locks on page 2 10 Insert the vehicle key into the key lock cylinder on the driver door handle then turn the key counterclockwise to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds The Driver Information Center DIC displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING PLEASE WAIT 2 Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE S...

Page 36: ...r Battery If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE when you try to start the vehicle See Key and Lock Messages on page 5 40 To start the vehicle 1 Open the center console storage area and the storage tray 2 Place the transmitter in the t...

Page 37: ...itions The rear defog indicator light does not come on during remote start Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters For example some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view Check local regulations for any requirements If your vehicle is low on fuel do not use the remote start feature The vehicle may run out of fuel The RKE transmitter ...

Page 38: ...ng a Remote Start To cancel a remote start do any of the following Press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the vehicle on and then back off Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work The remote start will not operate if any of the following occur The ignition is in any mode other than OFF The transmitter is in the vehicle The hood is not closed ...

Page 39: ...t this from happening Keyless Access If equipped use the Keyless Access system to lock and unlock the door When the doors are locked and the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft of the driver door handle press the lock unlock button When unlocking from the driver door the first press unlocks that door press again within five seconds to unlock all passenger doors See Remote Keyle...

Page 40: ... the seal 5 and the metal base 6 3 Move the cap forward and press to snap the cap in place 4 Release the door handle Inside the Vehicle On the rear doors push down on the door lock knob to lock the door manually Pull once on the door handle to unlock the door and again to open the door Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all doors automatically See Power Door Locks on page 2 12 Powe...

Page 41: ...ock To unlock the doors Press an unlock switch on a door Shift the transmission into P Park The power door locks can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 48 Lockout Protection If the vehicle is in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN START with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter in the vehicle and the power door lock switch is pressed with the driv...

Page 42: ...e the safety locks If the rear inside door handle is being pulled when the safety lock is deactivated that door will remain locked and the indicator light may flash Release the handle then press the safety lock twice to deactivate the safety locks Doors Trunk 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 ...

Page 43: ...se To open the trunk press from inside the vehicle or press i on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or press the touch pad on the trunk above the license plate With the Keyless Access system the RKE transmitter must be within 1 m 3 ft of the trunk for it to be recognized Use the handle to assist in closing the trunk Do not use the handle as a tie down If the vehicle is ever without power the...

Page 44: ...k emergency trunk release handle on the trunk lid This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft deterrent features however they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has an anti theft alarm system The indicator light on the instrument panel near the windshie...

Page 45: ... with the RKE transmitter the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre alarm If the vehicle is not started or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10 second pre alarm the alarm will be activated The alarm will also be activated if a passenger door the trunk or the hood is opened without first disarming the system When the alarm is activated the ...

Page 46: ...lem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system The system has one or more RKE transmitters matched to an immobilizer control unit in your vehicle Only a correctly matched RKE transmitter will start the vehicle If the transmitter is ever damaged you may not be able to start your vehicle When trying to start the vehicle the security light may come on briefly when the ignition is turned on I...

Page 47: ...tivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Caution A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on the right Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The passenger side mirror is convex shaped A convex mirror s sur...

Page 48: ... Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors The mirrors can be folded inward toward 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 Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror f...

Page 49: ...und 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 the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout switch to prevent operation of the windows See Keys on page 2 2 The power windows only o...

Page 50: ...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 reactivated In this mode the window can close on an...

Page 51: ...indow movement to stop This feature may be turned off by your dealer Window Lockout This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating except from the driver position Press v to activate the window lockout The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated The rear door locks are also disabled See Safety Locks on page 2 14 Press v again to deactivate the lockout switch I...

Page 52: ...de press and release the switch again The sunshade will fully close If the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse when the sunshade is extended it will automatically close When the vehicle is shifted into D Drive the sunshade will not automatically extend Press and release the switch to extend the sunshade If equipped the rear seat center armrest may have rear window sunshade buttons Rear Passenger Doo...

Page 53: ...comfort open position Pressing the rear of again will open the sunroof fully If the sunshade is not fully open when the comfort stop feature is pressed the second time the sunshade will open fully Express Close Press and release the front of to express close the sunroof Sunshade Switch Open Close Press and hold the front or rear of Q to open or close the sunshade to the desired position Express Op...

Page 54: ... the track This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise It could also plug the water drainage system Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth mild soap and water Do not remove grease from the sunroof If water is seen dripping into the water drainage system this is normal ...

Page 55: ...heck 3 20 Safety Belt Care 3 21 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 21 Airbag System Airbag System 3 22 Where Are the Airbags 3 24 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 26 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 27 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 27 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 27 Passenger Sensing System 3 29 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 33 Adding Equipment to the Airbag ...

Page 56: ...pant is seated in the seat 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 Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try t...

Page 57: ...t is locked in place The front seat outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed Rear Seats The vehicle s rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions 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 restraint press the button lo...

Page 58: ...aint up and push it rearward until it locks into place Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked Always adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head Rear outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed Front Seats Power Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adj...

Page 59: ... support see Lumbar Adjustment on page 3 5 Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibrating pulse alert in the driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9 43 Lumbar Adjustment To adjust the lumbar support Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease lumbar support Press and hold the control upward to raise or do...

Page 60: ...en when buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job The shoulder 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 ha...

Page 61: ... the B Exit button and easy exit features 1 Adjust the driver or passenger seat to the desired position for getting out of the vehicle If storing a driver exit position also adjust the power tilt and telescoping steering column and the outside mirrors on some vehicles 2 Press and release SET then immediately press and hold B until a beep sounds Manually Recalling Memory Positions If the vehicle is...

Page 62: ...te To activate the recall when On At Ignition On is selected in the vehicle personalization menu Place the ignition in ON RUN START See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 48 To stop recall movement press one of the memory power mirror or power seat controls or press the power tilt and telescoping steering column control If On At Ignition On is selected in the vehicle personalization menu placing th...

Page 63: ...sition again If the exit position is still not recalling see your dealer for service Heated and Ventilated Front Seats Warning If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin the seat heater may cause burns To reduce the risk of burns people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater especially for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulate...

Page 64: ...ted seats if equipped can be turned on automatically When it is cold outside the heated seats turn on and when it is hot outside the ventilated seats turn on The heated or ventilated seats are canceled when the ignition is turned on Press the heated or ventilated seat button to use the heated or ventilated seats after the vehicle is started The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights do not tur...

Page 65: ...safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted To raise a seatback 1 Lift the seatback up and push it rearward to lock it in place A red tab...

Page 66: ... down when the seatback lock is engaged Rear Seat Armrest The rear seat has an armrest in the center of the seatback Lower the armrest to access the cupholders To fold lift the armrest up and push it rearward until it is flush with the seatback The armrest may also have controls for the rear window sunshade and or the infotainment system See the infotainment manual and Rear Window Sunshade on page...

Page 67: ... on high the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes Rear Seat Pass Through Door Some vehicles have a rear seat pass through door in the center of the rear seatback Fold down the center armrest and pull the latch to open the door The pass through door can be locked or unlocked using the knob on the back of the door Open the trunk to access the lock Turn the knob toward Q ...

Page 68: ... the instrument panel or the safety belts When you wear a safety belt you and the vehicle slow down together There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and when worn properly your strongest bones take the forces from the safety belts That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a cra...

Page 69: ...portant things to know about wearing a safety belt properly Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you Always use the correct buckle for your seating position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under i...

Page 70: ...t twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again 3 Push the latch plate into...

Page 71: ... belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions Adjust the guide so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it The belt should be close to but not conta...

Page 72: ... side crash If the vehicle has roof rail airbags for the driver front outboard passenger and second row outboard passengers the pretensioners can tighten the safety belts in a rollover event Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash the pretensioners and possibly other parts of the safety belt system will need to be replaced See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after ...

Page 73: ...ng A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder Continued Warning Continued and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Ma...

Page 74: ... belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for...

Page 75: ... or even death in a Continued Warning Continued crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement of safety belts may not be necessary But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the...

Page 76: ...d side impact airbag for the driver and the front outboard passenger A roof rail airbag for the driver and front outboard 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 is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger For knee airbags the w...

Page 77: ...ecessarily 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 maintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with ...

Page 78: ... driver knee airbag is below the steering column The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the glove box Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door The roof rail airbags for vehicles with a standard wheelbase and a factory installed rear seat are in the ceilin...

Page 79: ... side windows for the driver and front outboard passenger only Warning If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering whee...

Page 80: ... rigid or deformable narrow or wide Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers in rear impacts or in many side impacts In addition the vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags Advanced technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity Knee airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal impacts Knee airbags ar...

Page 81: ...ants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts by distributing the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s body Rollover capable roof rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows The rollover capable roof rail airbags are designed to help re...

Page 82: ... has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors turn on the interior lamps turn on the hazard warning flashers and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate You can lock the doors turn off the interior lamps and turn off the hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features Warning A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions...

Page 83: ... The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off will be visible during the system check See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 18 The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front...

Page 84: ...better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger airbag and knee airbag if The front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines that an infant is present in a child restraint A front outboard passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time There is a critical problem with the a...

Page 85: ...ld restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove the child restraint from the vehicle 3 Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 4 Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat on page...

Page 86: ...erson sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with legs comfortably extended 5 Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the on indicator is lit Warning If the front outboard passenger airbag is turned off for an adult sized occupant the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect that person in a crash resulting in an incre...

Page 87: ...enger sensing system will turn on the passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag while a child restraint or child occupant is on the seat If the passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag are turned on the on indicator will be lit If the front passenger seat gets wet dry the seat immediately If the airbag readiness light is lit do not install a child restraint or allow anyone to oc...

Page 88: ...g sensors sensing and diagnostic module and airbag wiring In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position which includes sensors that are part of the passenger seat The passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non GM covers upholstery or trim or with GM covers upholstery or trim designed for a diff...

Page 89: ...s see Where Are the Airbags on page 3 24 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them ...

Page 90: ... 16 If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear...

Page 91: ... together and seriously injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time Warning Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and nec...

Page 92: ...they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle Warning Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle Due to crash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not poss...

Page 93: ...f child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle If it is the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In additi...

Page 94: ...ected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems Rear Facing Infant Seat A rear facing infant seat provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in ...

Page 95: ...by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 43 Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet ...

Page 96: ...d seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys Warning A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously in...

Page 97: ...ured 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 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System The LATCH system secures a child restraint during driving or in a crash LATCH attachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child restraint to the...

Page 98: ... than 29 5 kg 65 lbs The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in the vehicle Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments Lower Anchors Lower anchors 1 are metal bars built into the vehicle There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child r...

Page 99: ...er always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Rear Seat I Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors H Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors To assist in locatin...

Page 100: ... 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 correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Install a LATCH type child restraint properly using the anchors or use the vehicle safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the...

Page 101: ...re three child restraints using the LATCH anchors in the rear seat at the same time but you can install two of them If you want to do this install one LATCH child restraint in the right rear seating position and install the other one either in the left rear seating position or in the center seating position If you need to install child restraints in both the center and left rear seating positions ...

Page 102: ...the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to the child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 For outboard rear seating positions put the head restraint in the upright position See Head Restraints on page 3 2 1 3 P...

Page 103: ... using a single tether raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and around the headrest or h...

Page 104: ...nd where to install your child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 43 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the in...

Page 105: ...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 5 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 installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your knee...

Page 106: ...traint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 42 In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the front passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag under certain conditions See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 29 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 18 for more information including important safety information Never put a rear facing c...

Page 107: ...p tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instru...

Page 108: ...the child restraint as you tighten the belt Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint...

Page 109: ...Glove Box 4 2 Armrest Storage 4 2 Center Console Storage 4 3 Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs 4 4 Cargo Management System 4 4 Convenience Net 4 4 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 To access push on the cover and release ...

Page 110: ...ot in use Touch the bottom of the climate control system panel to close Glove Box To open touch the button If equipped there is a compact disc player and MP3 connection inside Close the glove box manually Armrest Storage Rear Pull up on the lever to access the storage area To access the cupholders press the long center button on the front edge of the armrest If equipped there are controls for the ...

Page 111: ...storage area There is a power outlet auxiliary jack USB port s and SD card port inside See Power Outlets on page 5 7 and the infotainment manual Push the cover forward to access There is a power outlet inside To close push the cover again and release There are cupholders in the center console Push and release on the passenger side of the cover to access the cupholders ...

Page 112: ...ence net See Convenience Net on page 4 4 if equipped Cargo Management System To open the cargo management system push down on the rear of the handle then lift the handle up Convenience Net The vehicle may have a convenience net in the trunk The net is attached to the cargo tie downs Put small loads behind the net It can also be positioned into an envelope to hold smaller items inside Do not use th...

Page 113: ...ectric Parking Brake Light 5 23 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 23 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 5 24 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 5 24 Traction Off Light 5 25 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 25 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 25 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 26 Tire Pressure Light 5 26 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 27 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 27 Security Light 5 28 High...

Page 114: ...hicle Personalization 5 48 Universal Remote System Universal Remote System 5 53 Universal Remote System Programming 5 53 Universal Remote System Operation 5 55 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment Press the control to move the tilt and telescoping steering wheel up and down or forward and rearward Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering...

Page 115: ...Favorite Press to go to the next or previous favorite when listening to the radio Press to go to the next or previous track when listening to a media source x or x Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume Heated Steering Wheel Heated Steering Wheel For vehicles equipped with a heated steering wheel press to turn on or off A light next to the button displays when the feature is turned on The...

Page 116: ...lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield Rainsense For vehicles with Rainsense a sensor near the top center of the windshield detect...

Page 117: ...page 10 22 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir 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 Compass The vehicle may have a compass display on the Driver Information Center DIC The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioni...

Page 118: ...r decrease month day or year 3 Press Back to go back to the previous menu Auto Set When on the time and date will automatically update To set auto set 1 Press the SETTINGS screen button then press Time and Date 2 Press Set Time or Set Date 3 Press Auto Set then select On Cell Network or Off Manual to manually set the time and date 4 Press Back to go back to the previous menu If auto timing is set ...

Page 119: ...ipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment See Add On Electrical Equipment on page 9 68 Caution Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only such as cell phone charge cords Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not pl...

Page 120: ... on page 9 20 The power restarts when equipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected The power outlet is not designed for the following and may not work properly if this equipment is plugged in Equipment with high initial peak wattage such as compressor driven refrigerators and electric power tools Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power...

Page 121: ... becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when 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 w...

Page 122: ...Black plate 10 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 5 10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Base Cluster Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 123: ...Black plate 11 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 Instruments and Controls 5 11 English Uplevel Balanced Cluster Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 124: ... Simple Configuration The Simple configuration has one interactive display zone in the center Performance Configuration The Performance configuration has two interactive display zones one in the center of the speedometer and one in the lower left of the cluster screen Balanced Configuration The Balanced configuration has three interactive display zones one in the center of each of the gauges Enhan...

Page 125: ...re is an active route press SEL to end route guidance or turn the voice prompts on or off Audio While the Audio application page is displayed press SEL to enter the Audio menu In the Audio menu search for music select from favorites or change the audio source Phone While the Phone application page is displayed press SEL to enter the Phone menu In the Phone menu if there is no active phone call vie...

Page 126: ... vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer If the vehicle needs a new cluster installed the new odometer is set to the mileage of the old odometer If this is not possible it is set at zero and a label is put on the driver door to show the old mileage reading Trip Odometer The trip odometer can show how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset The trip odometer is access...

Page 127: ... Performance Similar Uplevel Simple and Enhanced Configurations When the ignition is on the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank There is an arrow near the fuel gauge pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on When the indicator nears empty the low fuel light comes on There still is a little fuel left but the vehicle should be refueled soon ...

Page 128: ... little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a little while turning a corner 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 tu...

Page 129: ...or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the driver safety belt is buckled neither the light nor the chime comes on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 29 When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten t...

Page 130: ...mes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury have the vehicle serviced right away If there is a problem with the airbag system a Driver Information Center DIC message may also come on See Airbag System Messages on page 5 45 Passenger Airbag Status...

Page 131: ...means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 18 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light On some vehicles the charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on but the engine is not running as a check to show t...

Page 132: ...y problem is apparent Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle This system also assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Caution If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on the emission controls might not work as well the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoothly This could lead to cos...

Page 133: ...y correct an emission control system malfunction Make sure the capless funnel adapter is removed if fuel has been added to the vehicle using the capless funnel adapter See Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can under Filling the Tank on page 9 60 The diagnostic system can detect if the adapter has been left installed in the vehicle allowing fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving tri...

Page 134: ...that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if the 12 volt battery has recently been replaced or run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This can take several days of routine driving If this has been done and the vehicle still...

Page 135: ...nformation Center DIC See Brake System Messages on page 5 37 If the light does not come on or remains flashing see your dealer Service Electric Parking Brake Light On some vehicles the service electric parking brake light should come on briefly when the vehicle is in ON RUN If it does not come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem For vehicles with the reconfigurable c...

Page 136: ... on page 5 22 and Brake System Messages on page 5 37 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light For some vehicles with the Lane Departure Warning LDW system this light briefly comes on amber while starting the vehicle If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light then turns off For vehicles with the uplevel cluster this light may not come on wh...

Page 137: ...Control on page 9 29 StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer This light comes on when the StabiliTrak system is turned off If StabiliTrak is off the Traction Control System TCS is also off If the StabiliTrak and TCS are off the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle Turn on the TCS and the Stabil...

Page 138: ...e vehicle has overheated Driving with this light on can damage the engine and it may not be covered by the vehicle warranty See Engine Overheating on page 10 19 The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on when the engine has overheated If this happens pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 10 19 Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with the Tire ...

Page 139: ...f the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low have the vehicle serviced Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil This light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly The vehicle ...

Page 140: ...t system See Immobilizer Operation on page 2 18 High Beam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 6 3 IntelliBeam Light This light comes on when the IntelliBeam system is enabled See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL Light This light should come on briefly as the vehicle is started If it does not...

Page 141: ...nd ready and turns green when the cruise control is set and active See Cruise Control on page 9 32 Adaptive Cruise Control Light This light is white when the Adaptive Cruise Control ACC if equipped is on and ready and turns green when the ACC is set and active See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9 35 Door Ajar Light For vehicles equipped with this light it comes on when a door is open or not secur...

Page 142: ...g the Settings page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster 2 Scroll to Info Pages and press SEL 3 Press y or z to move through the list of possible info displays 4 Press SEL while an item is highlighted to select or deselect that item When an item is selected a checkmark will appear next to it DIC Information Displays The following is the list of all possible DIC information displa...

Page 143: ... is active Instantaneous Fuel Economy Shows the current fuel economy in either liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km or miles per gallon mpg This number reflects only the fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change Average Speed Shows the average speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph This average is calculated based ...

Page 144: ... means 99 of the current oil life remains When the remaining oil life is low the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display See Engine Oil Messages on page 5 40 The oil should be changed as soon as possible See Engine Oil on page 10 9 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 4 The Oil ...

Page 145: ... an image focused out toward the front of the vehicle Caution If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid you may misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid The HUD information can be displayed in various languages The speedometer reading and other numerical values can be displayed in either English or metric units The language selection is changed...

Page 146: ...ch press will change the display view D Image Brightness Lift up and hold to brighten the display Press down and hold to dim the display Hold down to turn the display off The HUD image will automatically dim and brighten to compensate for outside lighting The HUD brightness control can also be adjusted as needed The HUD image can temporarily light up depending on the angle and position of the sunl...

Page 147: ...ation when the driver uses the steering wheel controls to adjust the audio settings appearing in the instrument cluster Incoming phone calls appearing in the instrument cluster may also display in any HUD view Metric English Navigation View This displays the speed view along with Turn by Turn Navigation information The compass heading is displayed when navigation routing is not active Navigation T...

Page 148: ...rn Windshield and HUD lens are clean If the HUD image is not correct contact your dealer The windshield is part of the HUD system See Windshield Replacement on page 10 27 Vehicle Messages Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition Multiple messages may display one after the other The messages that do not require immedia...

Page 149: ...be disabled while in this mode including Remote Keyless Entry RKE remote start and the vehicle alarm system Take the vehicle to your dealer for service to turn transport mode off Brake System Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low See Brake Fluid on page 10 23 BRAKES OVERHEATED This message is displayed when the brakes are becoming overheated This may ...

Page 150: ...ollowing conditions The radar is not clean Keep the radar sensors free of mud dirt snow ice and slush Clean the entire front and or rear of the vehicle For cleaning instructions see Exterior Care on page 10 82 Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance CRUISE SET TO XXX This message displays when the cruise control speed is set See Cruise Control on pag...

Page 151: ...n a hot engine the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off When the coolant temperature returns to normal the air conditioning compressor turns back on The vehicle can continue to be driven If this message continues to appear have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD COOLANT This message will display if the coolant i...

Page 152: ...low oil pressure levels occur Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle s engine power is reduced Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability t...

Page 153: ...s when programming new keys to the vehicle REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE This message displays when leaving the vehicle with the RKE transmitter still inside REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays when the battery in the RKE transmitter needs to be replaced Lamp Messages AFL ADAPTIVE FORWARD LIGHTING LAMPS NEED SERVICE This message displays when the AFL system is disabled and needs service S...

Page 154: ... likely to occur See Active Emergency Braking System on page 9 52 AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP UNAVAILABLE This message displays when the Active Emergency Braking System has been unavailable for some time The Active Emergency Braking System does not need service This can occur under the following conditions The radar is not clean Keep the radar sensors free of mud dirt snow ice and slush Clean the ent...

Page 155: ... backing features of the Driver Assistance System when they are temporarily unavailable The system does not need service This can occur under the following conditions The radar is not clean Keep the radar sensors free of mud dirt snow ice and slush Clean the entire front and or rear of the vehicle For cleaning instructions see Exterior Care on page 10 82 Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the ...

Page 156: ...er continued driving the vehicle needs service Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA and Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA features will not work Take the vehicle to your dealer SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE This message indicates that Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA and Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA are disabled either because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in the blind zone or the vehicle is p...

Page 157: ...ontrol Electronic Stability Control on page 9 29 SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the Magnetic Ride Control system See Magnetic Ride Control on page 9 31 Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System TCS See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on ...

Page 158: ...s message displays if there is a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 49 TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays when the system is learning new tires See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 49 TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the tires is low This message also displays LEFT FRO...

Page 159: ...ing with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level Vehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when ice conditions are possible Vehicle Speed Messages SELECTED SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED This message is displ...

Page 160: ... Menus Press Time and Date to adjust the time date and clock display See Clock on page 5 5 Press Language and the following selections may be available English Francais Canadien Espanol Latino Press to select the language Press Vehicle and the following list of menu items may be available Climate and Air Quality Collision Detection Systems Comfort and Convenience Lighting Power Door Locks Remote L...

Page 161: ...aration This feature will turn on or off the Forward Collision Alert feature as well as the Automatic Braking capability of the Auto Collision Preparation feature With the Alert Brake setting both Forward Collision Alert as well as the Automatic Braking capability of the Auto Collision Preparation feature are available The Alert setting disables most automatic braking functions of the Auto Collisi...

Page 162: ...utside mirrors will tilt downward when the vehicle is shifted to R Reverse to improve visibility of the ground near the rear wheels They will return to their previous driving position when the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse or the engine is turned off Select Off On On Driver and Passenger On Driver or On Passenger Rain Sense Wipers This allows the Rain Sense Wipers feature to be disabled or e...

Page 163: ...elect Off or On Remote Lock Unlock Start Select Remote Lock Unlock Start and the following may be displayed Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Lock Feedback Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Passive Door Unlock Passive Door Lock Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Remote Unlock Light Feedback When on the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitte...

Page 164: ... the vehicle Select Off or On Rear Camera This allows for Rear Camera Display Rear Park Assist Symbols Guidance Lines and Rear Cross Traffic Alert to be turned off or on Select Off or On for the desired feature See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9 43 Return to Factory Settings Select Return to Factory Settings and the following list may display Restore Vehicle Settings Clear All Private Data Re...

Page 165: ...il 1 1982 Read these instructions completely before programming the Universal Remote system It may help to have another person assist with the programming process Keep the original hand held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming Erase the programming when vehicle ownership is terminated See Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons later in this section To program a...

Page 166: ...on 3 Press and hold the newly programmed Universal Remote system button for five seconds while watching the indicator light and garage door activation If the indicator light stays on continuously or the garage door moves when the button is pressed then programming is complete There is no need to complete Steps 4 6 If the indicator light does not come on or the garage door does not move a second bu...

Page 167: ... or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for the Universal Remote system to pick up the signal during programming If the programming did not work replace Step 2 under Programming the Universal Remote System with the following Press and hold the Universal Remote system button while pressing and releasing the hand held transmitter button every two seconds until the ...

Page 168: ...ntrols Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons 1 Press and hold any one of the buttons Do not release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the button proceed with Step 1 under Programming the Universal Remote System ...

Page 169: ...e Signals 6 6 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control 6 6 Courtesy Lamps 6 7 Dome Lamps 6 7 Reading Lamps 6 7 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 8 Exit Lighting 6 8 Battery Power Protection 6 9 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 6 9 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the turn signal lever Turn the control to the following positions O Off Turns off...

Page 170: ...Beam system is enabled Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeam To enable the IntelliBeam system with the turn signal lever in the neutral position turn the exterior lamp control to AUTO The blue high beam on light appears on the instrument cluster when the high beams are on Driving with IntelliBeam The system only activates the high beams when driving over 40 km h 25 mph There is a sensor near the top...

Page 171: ...se exhaust smoke fog snow road spray mist or other airborne obstructions The vehicle s windshield is dirty cracked or obstructed by something that blocks the view of the light sensor The vehicle is loaded such that the front end points upward causing the light sensor to aim high and not detect headlamps and taillamps Driving on winding or hilly roads The automatic high beam headlamps may need to b...

Page 172: ...t be on The DRL turn off when the headlamps are turned to O or the ignition is off Automatic Headlamp System When the exterior lamp control is set to AUTO and it is dark enough outside the headlamps come on automatically There is a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Do not cover the sensor The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel When it is...

Page 173: ... when the transmission is in R Reverse AFL is not immediately operable after starting the vehicle driving a short distance is required to calibrate the AFL See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Curve Lighting The light beam pivots based on the steering wheel position and vehicle speed of at least 10 km h 6 mph The headlamps shine at an angle of up to 15 degrees to the right or left of the directi...

Page 174: ...sed and released the turn signal flashes three times The turn and lane change signal can be turned off manually by moving the lever back to its original position If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Replace any burned out bulbs If a bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 30 In...

Page 175: ...amps come on when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the DOOR position Dome Lamps The dome lamp is in the overhead console To change the dome lamp settings press OFF Turns the lamp off even when a door is open DOOR The lamp comes on when a door is opened ON Turns the lamp on Reading Lamps There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors These lamps come on ...

Page 176: ...xterior lamps turn off then the dome lamps and remaining interior lights dim to off Entry lighting can be disabled manually by changing the ignition out of the OFF position or by pressing Q on the RKE transmitter This feature can be changed See Vehicle Locator Lights under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 48 Exit Lighting The headlamps taillamps parking lamps outside mirror lamps license plate la...

Page 177: ... automatically turns the lamp off after some time Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lamps turn off about 10 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...

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Page 179: ...4 CRC 9 11 13 Infotainment System 7 1 Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment 7 1 Introduction Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio audio players phone navigation system and voice or speech recognition It also includes information on settings ...

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Page 181: ...ents Air Vents 8 8 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 9 Service 8 9 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating cooling and ventilation Climate Control Buttons 1 Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2 Fan Control 3 OFF Fan 4 Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats If Equipped...

Page 182: ...y mode air conditioning driver and passenger temperatures and SYNC settings can be controlled by pressing CLIMATE on the infotainment home screen or the climate button in the touch screen application tray A selection can then be made on the front climate control page displayed See the infotainment manual Climate Control Status Screen The climate control status screen appears briefly when the clima...

Page 183: ...temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the passenger Press to increase or decrease the temperature Press and hold to rapidly increase or decrease the temperature The driver and passenger temperatures can also be adjusted by pressing the controls on the touch screen SYNC Synchronized Temperature Press SYNC on the touch screen to link all climate zone settings to the driver settin...

Page 184: ...atic air conditioning on or off If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing the air conditioner will not run Press AUTO to return to automatic operation and the air conditioner runs as needed Automatic Air Recirculation When the AUTO indicator light is on the air is automatically recirculated as needed to help quickly cool the inside of the vehicle The climate control ...

Page 185: ...turns on automatically when the interior temperature is cold and the outside temperature is about 4 C 40 F and below The auto rear defogger turns off automatically after about 10 minutes At higher vehicle speeds the rear window defogger may stay on continuously The upper region of gridlines on the rear window are antenna lines and are not intended to heat when the defogger is activated The heated ...

Page 186: ...d seats they may come on during a remote start See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 9 and Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3 9 Sensor The solar sensor on top of the instrument panel near the windshield monitors the solar heat The climate control system uses the sensor information to adjust the temperature fan speed recirculation and air delivery mode for best comfort If the sensor is covere...

Page 187: ...uch screen the O button on the rear climate control faceplate must be pressed twice to turn the system back on SYNC Press SYNC on the touch screen to match the rear climate control temperature to the front climate control driver temperature The SYNC button will be lit Press the TEMP MODE or AUTO button twice to unlink the set driver and rear temperatures The SYNC button turns off Rear Control Lock...

Page 188: ...rea M or L Heated Rear Seats If Equipped Press M or L to heat the left or right outboard seat cushion and seatback See Heated Rear Seats on page 3 12 Air Vents Adjustable air vents are in the center and on the side of the instrument panel 1 Thumbwheel 2 Slider Knob Use the thumbwheels 1 near the air vents to open or close off the airflow Move the slider knobs 2 to change the direction of the airfl...

Page 189: ...e See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 4 See your dealer regarding replacement of the filter Service This vehicle may have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant R1234yf This refrigerant has a significantly reduced global warming impact on the environment compared to the traditional automotive refrigerant R 134a All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the v...

Page 190: ...Black plate 10 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 8 10 Climate Controls 2 NOTES ...

Page 191: ...1 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 22 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 22 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 23 Manual Mode 9 25 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 9 25 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 26 Electric Parking Brake 9 27 Brake Assist 9 28 Hill Start Assist HSA 9 29 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 9 29 Magnetic Ride Control 9 31 Limited Slip...

Page 192: ...ith 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 information on phones or other electronic devices Designate a front seat passenger to handle potent...

Page 193: ... 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 are with a group designate a driver who will ...

Page 194: ...er assist may be reduced Normal use of the power steering assist should return when the system cools down See specific vehicle steering messages under Vehicle Messages on page 5 36 Variable Effort Steering Some vehicles have a steering system that varies the amount of effort required to steer the vehicle in relation to the speed of the vehicle The amount of steering effort required is less at slow...

Page 195: ...e is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand Antilock Brake System ABS allows steering while braking Off Road Recovery The vehicle s right wheels can drop off the...

Page 196: ...our driving according to weather conditions Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water snow ice gravel or other material on the road Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Try to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking inclu...

Page 197: ...ra following distance Pass with caution Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 10 38 Turn off cruise control Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest Other drivin...

Page 198: ...or grip Wet ice can occur at about 0 C 32 F when freezing rain begins to fall resulting in even less traction Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand Drive with caution whatever the condition Accelerate gently so traction is not lost Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick so there is even less...

Page 199: ...om time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control system to a setting that circulates the air inside the Continued Warning Continued vehicle and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Cont...

Page 200: ...the wheels as little as possible To prevent transmission wear wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears Release the accelerator pedal while shifting and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after...

Page 201: ...s the tire size of the original equipment tires 3 and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures 4 For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 10 38 and Tire Pressure on page 10 46 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle see Certifi...

Page 202: ... 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 load from your trailer will be transferred ...

Page 203: ... 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 204: ...ead it out See Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit earlier in this section Warning Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles This could cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle...

Page 205: ... in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any one constant speed fast or slow for the first 805 km 500 mi Do not make full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km 200 mi or so During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean prema...

Page 206: ...mission Messages on page 5 47 When the vehicle is shifted into P Park the ignition system will switch to OFF Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete ...

Page 207: ...s available for service and diagnostics and to verify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes With the vehicle off and the brake pedal not applied pressing and holding the button for more than five seconds will place the vehicle in Service Only Mode The instruments and audio systems will operate as they do in ON RUN but the vehicle...

Page 208: ...icle has a Computer Controlled Cranking System This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components If the ENGINE START STOP button is pressed and then released 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 button is pressed for many seconds cranking will be stopped after 15 second...

Page 209: ...g end of the cord will prevent engine coolant heater operation at temperatures above 18 C 0 F To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The electrical cord is on the driver side of the engine compartment between the fender and the engine compartment fuse block 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet Warning Plugging the cord i...

Page 210: ...he ignition off Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running Warning It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running It could overheat and catch fire It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Continued Warning Continued Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running If you have lef...

Page 211: ... an automatic transmission shift lock control system The shift lock control is designed to prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON RUN and the brake pedal is applied The shift lock control 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 battery with low voltage try ch...

Page 212: ...d Continued Warning Continued There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows completely down Have the vehicle repaired immediately Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such a...

Page 213: ... lever to P Park See Shifting Into Park on page 9 20 and Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 62 Make sure the shift lever is fully in P Park before starting the engine The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system The regular brake must be fully applied first and then the shift lever button pressed before shifting from P Park when the ignition is in ON RUN If yo...

Page 214: ... Caution Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle D Drive This position is for normal driving It provides the best fuel economy If more power is needed for passing and the vehicle is Going less than 56 km h 3...

Page 215: ... message indicates the gear the vehicle is in When accelerating the vehicle from a stop in snowy and icy conditions you may want to shift into 2 Second gear A higher gear ratio allows you to gain more traction on slippery surfaces Drive Systems All Wheel Drive If equipped this feature transfers torque to the rear wheels as required It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road condit...

Page 216: ...op rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As the brakes are applied the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot...

Page 217: ...lied EPB Apply To apply the EPB 1 Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop 2 Lift up the EPB switch momentarily The red parking brake status light will flash and then stay on once the EPB is fully applied If the red parking brake status light flashes continuously then the EPB is only partially applied or there is a problem with the EPB A DIC message will display Release the EPB and try to apply i...

Page 218: ...g brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Automatic EPB Release The EPB will automatically release if the vehicle is running placed into gear and an attempt is made to drive away Avoid rapid acceleration when the EPB is applied to preserve parking brake lining life If parking on a hill or if the vehicle is pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing T...

Page 219: ...ystem TCS and StabiliTrak an electronic stability control system These systems help limit wheel slip and assist the driver in maintaining control especially on slippery road conditions TCS activates if it senses that any of the drive wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction On an All Wheel Drive AWD vehicle the system will operate if it senses that any of the wheels are spinning or beginn...

Page 220: ...r system is not working If either system fails to turn on or to activate a message displays in the Driver Information Center DIC and d comes on and stays on to indicate that the system is inactive and is not assisting the driver in maintaining control The vehicle is safe to drive but driving should be adjusted accordingly If d comes on and stays on 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Turn the engine off and wait...

Page 221: ...he appropriate DIC message is displayed Adding accessories can affect the vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3 Magnetic Ride Control The Magnetic Ride Control monitors the suspension system Based on road conditions steering wheel angle and vehicle speed the system automatically adjusts to provide the best handling while providing a smooth ride The Tour and Sport Modes...

Page 222: ...en the height is being adjusted this is normal If the compressor runs often for longer than one minute within the same trip and the vehicle remains low in the rear see your dealer for service If the vehicle is not used for several weeks the rear of the vehicle may look low When the engine is started the vehicle will return to the proper height If a weight distributing hitch is being used it is rec...

Page 223: ...speed To increase speed by 1 km h 1 mph press RES up to the first detent To increase speed to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedometer press RES up to the second detent SET Set Coast Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control If the cruise control is already active use to decrease vehicle speed To decrease speed by 1 km h 1 mph press SET down to the first dete...

Page 224: ...k on the speedometer The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Cluster on page 5 10 The increment value used depends on the units displayed Reducing Speed While Cruise Control is at a Set Speed If the cruise control system is already activated Press and hold SET down until the desired lower speed is reached then release it To decrease the vehicle spe...

Page 225: ... speed is erased from memory if J is pressed or if the ignition is turned off Adaptive Cruise Control If equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control ACC it allows the driver to select the cruise control set speed and following gap Read this entire section before using this system The following gap is the following time between your vehicle and a vehicle detected directly ahead in your path moving in the...

Page 226: ...d Warning Continued Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when On winding and hilly roads or when the sensors are blocked by snow ice or dirt The system may not detect a vehicle ahead Keep the entire front of the vehicle clean Visibility is low such as in fog rain or snow conditions Adaptive Cruise Control performance is limited under these conditions On slippery roads where fast changes in tire trac...

Page 227: ...not being used Select the set speed desired for cruise This is the vehicle speed when no vehicle is detected in its path ACC will not set at a speed less than 25 km h 16 mph although it can be resumed when driving at lower speeds To set ACC 1 Press 2 Get up to the desired speed 3 Press and release the SET control on the steering wheel 4 Remove foot from the accelerator After ACC is set it may imme...

Page 228: ...k on the speedometer When it is determined that there is no vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is beyond the selected following gap then the vehicle speed will increase to the set speed The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Cluster on page 5 10 The increment value used depends on the units displayed Reducing Speed While ACC is at a Set Speed If A...

Page 229: ...electing the following gap The range of selectable gaps may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions Changing the gap setting automatically changes the alert timing sensitivity Far Medium or Near for the Forward Collision Alert FCA feature See Forward Collision Alert FCA System on page 9 50 Alerting the Driver If ACC is engaged driver action may be required when ACC cannot apply s...

Page 230: ...ays required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes ACC Automatically Disengages ACC may automatically disengage and the driver will need to manually apply the brakes to slow the vehicle when The sensors are blocked The Traction Control System TCS or electronic stability control system has activated or been disabled No traffic or other objects are being detected ...

Page 231: ...placing it in P Park can be dangerous Do not leave the vehicle while it is being held at a stop by ACC Always place the vehicle in P Park and turn off the ignition before leaving the vehicle ACC Override If using the accelerator pedal while ACC is active a DIC warning message will indicate that automatic braking will not occur See Vehicle Messages on page 5 36 ACC will resume operation when the ac...

Page 232: ...ce the vehicle speed if the curve is too sharp When following a vehicle and entering a curve ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead and accelerate to the set speed When this happens the vehicle ahead symbol will not appear ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes ACC may occasionally provide an alert and or braking that is considered unnecessary It could respond to vehi...

Page 233: ...em The camera sensor on the back of the rearview mirror and the radar sensors on the front of the vehicle can become blocked by snow ice dirt or mud These areas need to be cleaned for ACC to operate properly For cleaning instructions see Washing the Vehicle under Exterior Care on page 10 82 System operation may also be limited under snow heavy rain or road spray conditions Driver Assistance System...

Page 234: ...ad of beeping To change this see Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 48 Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing When the vehicle is in R Reverse the Rear Vision Camera RVC and Rear Parking Assist may help the driver to avoid a crash or to reduce crash damage Some models may also have the Rear Automatic Braking and Backing Warning System Rear Cross Traffic Alert RC...

Page 235: ... and increases in size the closer the object On vehicles with the Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA a red warning triangle with a left or right pointing arrow may also display on the RVC screen to warn of traffic coming from the left or right This system detects objects coming from up to 20 m 65 ft from the left or right side of the vehicle When an object is detected either three beeps sound from the ...

Page 236: ... detected in the rear one beep will be heard from the rear or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse two times When an object is very close 0 6 m 2 ft in the vehicle rear or 0 3 m 1 ft in the vehicle front five beeps will sound from the front or rear depending on object location or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times Beeps for Front Parking Assist are higher pitched t...

Page 237: ... backing crashes Do not wait for the automatic braking to apply This system is not designed to replace driver braking but only acts when the vehicle may not stop in time The system in some situations or environments may not brake or may not brake in time to avoid a crash It does not detect children pedestrians bicyclists animals or objects below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the...

Page 238: ...raffic Alert and then select OFF or ON Automatic Parking Assist APA If equipped Automatic Parking Assist APA searches for and steers the vehicle into parallel parking spots When using APA you must still shift gears and control the brakes and accelerator The Driver information Center DIC and audible beeps help to guide parking maneuvers Warning APA does not apply the brakes APA may not detect objec...

Page 239: ... When instructed to drive in reverse shift to R Reverse to engage automatic steering The steering wheel will vibrate briefly as a reminder to remove hands from the steering wheel Check surroundings and continue braking or accelerating as needed and be prepared to stop to avoid vehicles pedestrians or objects If the vehicle exceeds 10 km h 6 mph APA is automatically disengaged A DIC progress arrow ...

Page 240: ...nce of approximately 60 m 197 ft and operates at speeds above 40 km h 25 mph If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control ACC it can detect vehicles to distances of approximately 110 m 360 ft and operates at all speeds See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9 35 Warning FCA is a warning system and does not apply the brakes When approaching a slower moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly or when fo...

Page 241: ...a vehicle on winding or hilly roads or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog rain or snow or if the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition Keep the windshield headlamps and FCA sensors clean and in good repair Collision Alert With Head Up Display Without Head Up Display When your vehicle approaches another vehicle too rapidly six red lights or the red collisio...

Page 242: ...trol ACC feature Unnecessary Alerts FCA may provide unnecessary alerts for turning vehicles vehicles in other lanes objects that are not vehicles or shadows These alerts are normal operation and the vehicle does not need service Cleaning the System The camera sensor on the back of the rearview mirror and the radar sensors on the front of the vehicle if equipped can become blocked by snow ice dirt ...

Page 243: ...on Alert FCA System on page 9 50 Warning ACP is an emergency crash preparation feature and is not designed to avoid crashes Do not rely on ACP to brake the vehicle ACP may not Respond to stopped vehicles pedestrians or animals Detect a vehicle ahead on winding or hilly roads Detect a stopped or slow moving vehicle or other object ahead Detect a vehicle when weather limits visibility such as in fog...

Page 244: ...vehicle personalization See the Auto Collision Preparation portion of Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 48 Warning Using the Automatic Collision Preparation System while towing a trailer could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and crash Turn the system off when towing a trailer Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA If equipped the SBZA system is a lane changing aid th...

Page 245: ...em is operating When the vehicle is moving forward the left or right side mirror display will light up if a vehicle is detected in that blind zone If the turn signal is activated in the same direction of a detected vehicle this display will flash as an extra warning not to change lanes SBZA can be disabled through vehicle personalization See Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalizatio...

Page 246: ...he personalization menu FCC Information See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 Lane Departure Warning LDW If equipped LDW may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures It may provide a warning if the vehicle is crossing a detected lane marker without using a turn signal in the lane departure direction LDW uses a camera sensor to detect the lane markings It only operates at speed...

Page 247: ... detects a left or right lane marking while the vehicle is traveling at 56 km h 35 mph or greater If the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking without using the turn signal in the lane departure direction this indicator will change to amber and flash In addition three beeps will be sounded from the left or right side or the Safety Alert Seat will pulse three times on either the left or right sid...

Page 248: ...lp keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance we recommend using TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines See www toptiergas com for a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines If the vehicle has the 3 6L V6 LFX engine VIN Code 3 use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane rating is less than 87 an audible knocking noise commonly referred to as spark ...

Page 249: ...park plug life and affect emission control system performance The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs see your dealer for service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT See...

Page 250: ...art number 88861013 added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change can help Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors It is available at your dealer Filling the Tank Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn...

Page 251: ...ill result in fuel spillage Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Care on page 10 82 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 Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can If the vehicle runs out of fuel and must be filled from ...

Page 252: ...iner before dispensing fuel and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete Fill the container no more than 95 full to allow for expansion Do not smoke light matches or use lighters while pumping fuel Avoid using cell phones or other electronic devices Trailer Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle Contact your deal...

Page 253: ...tgate trunk hatch or rear most window open Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Also adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air See Climate Control Systems in the Index For more information about Carbon Monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 22 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience The combination you are driving is longe...

Page 254: ...trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn out the arrows on the instrument cluster will still flash for turns It is important to check occasionally 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 ...

Page 255: ...rake pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal 2 Start the engine 3 Shift into a gear 4 Release the parking brake 5 Let up on the brake pedal 6 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 7 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance when Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer See Maintenance Schedule on ...

Page 256: ...r Customer Assistance Offices See Customer Assistance Offices 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 ...

Page 257: ...ch 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 22 Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer Cross the safety chains under the to...

Page 258: ...se 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 33 and Adding Equipment to th...

Page 259: ...h AWD 10 21 Power Steering Fluid LFX with FWD 10 21 Washer Fluid 10 22 Brakes 10 22 Brake Fluid 10 23 Battery 10 25 All Wheel Drive 10 25 Starter Switch Check 10 25 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 26 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 26 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 27 Windshield Replacement 10 27 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 28 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replaceme...

Page 260: ...t 10 59 Tire Chains 10 60 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 60 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 62 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 69 Tire Changing 10 70 Compact Spare Tire 10 75 Full Size Spare Tire 10 76 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 76 Towing the Vehicle Towing the Vehicle 10 80 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 80 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 82 Interior Care 10 87 Floor Mats 10 90 Gen...

Page 261: ...l These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Access...

Page 262: ...ms 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 to find the secondary hood release handle The handle is under the front edge of the hood near the center Push the handle to the right and at the s...

Page 263: ...Black plate 5 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 Vehicle Care 10 5 Engine Compartment Overview 3 6L V6 Engine Turbo ...

Page 264: ...l Dipstick Out of View See Engine Oil on page 10 9 5 Engine Cover on page 10 8 6 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 15 7 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 22 8 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Engine Coolant on page 10 16 9 Battery on page 10 25 Battery Cover not Shown 10 Remote Positive Terminal Battery Cover not Shown See Jump Starting on page 1...

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Page 266: ...s Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 15 7 Charged Air Coolant Reservoir and Pressure Cap See Engine Coolant on page 10 16 8 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 22 9 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Engine Coolant on page 10 16 10 Battery on page 10 25 Battery Cover not Shown 11 Remote Positive Terminal Battery Cover not Shown See Jump Starting on page 10 76 12 Engine C...

Page 267: ...eck the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 11 Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill In order...

Page 268: ...the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Add en...

Page 269: ... protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose...

Page 270: ...ow to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change To reset the system 1 Using the DIC controls on the right side of the steering wheel display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 30 When remaining oil life is low the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear o...

Page 271: ...ct the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the air cleaner filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 4 If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake it to release loose dust and dirt If ...

Page 272: ...over 3 Remove the screws 1 on top of the cover 4 Lift the filter cover housing away from the engine 5 Pull out the filter 6 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 7 Reverse Steps 1 5 to reinstall the filter cover housing Warning Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the ...

Page 273: ...arged Air Coolant CAC Bottle and Pressure Cap 3 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 you can be burned Do not...

Page 274: ...ing 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 would not get the overheat warning The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burn...

Page 275: ...bottle are in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 Check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank and CAC bottle 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 mark pointed to on the surge tank or at the CAC bottle CO...

Page 276: ...nt surge tank with the proper mixture to the mark pointed to on the front of the coolant surge tank 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture t...

Page 277: ... is made not to lift the hood when one of these warnings appears but get service help right away See Roadside Service on page 13 5 If the decision is made to lift the hood make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating the fans should be running If they are not do not continue to run the engine and have the v...

Page 278: ...ssary 3 When it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P Park or N Neutral and let the engine idle If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays the vehicle can be driven 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 ...

Page 279: ...heck power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or an unusual noise is heard A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid Check the level when the engine is cool To check the power steering fluid 1 Remove the engine cover Refer to Engine Cover on page 10 8 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the r...

Page 280: ...r It can damage the windshield washer system and paint Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage the washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer instructions for adding water Fill the washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for fluid Co...

Page 281: ...ith or without the vehicle moving the brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking The vehicle was designed and tested with top quality brake parts When parts of the braking system are replaced be sure to get new approved replacement parts ...

Page 282: ...he brake fluid falls to a low level the brake warning light comes on See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 22 What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir Warning With the wrong kind o...

Page 283: ...battery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage Remove the black negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger All Wheel Drive Transfer Case Under normal driving conditions transfer case fluid does not require changing or checking unless there is a fluid leak or unusual noise If...

Page 284: ...regular brake try to move the shift lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park contact your dealer for service Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check Warning When you are doing this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front Continued Warning Continued of the vehicle in case i...

Page 285: ...de is installed could damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty Do not allow the wiper arm to touch the windshield To replace the wiper blade 1 Pull the wiper assembly away from the windshield 2 Lift up on the latch in the middle of the wiper blade where the wiper arm attaches 3 With the latch open pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield far enough ...

Page 286: ...n contact your dealer High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting Warning The high intensity discharge lighting system operates at 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...

Page 287: ...Assembly To replace one of these bulbs 1 Push the lamp assembly 3 toward the right 2 Pull the lamp assembly down to remove 3 Turn the bulb socket 1 counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly 3 4 Pull the bulb 2 straight out of the bulb socket 1 5 Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it into the lamp assembly 6 Push the lamp...

Page 288: ...on and off or remain off Windshield Wipers If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the windshield wipers If the overload ...

Page 289: ...he three retaining clips on the cover and lift it straight up Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown J Case Fuses Usage 6 Wiper 12 Starter J Case Fuses Usage 21 Rear Power Windows 22 Sunroof 24 Front Power Windows ...

Page 290: ...pressor Clutch 4 SAI Solenoid 5 Engine Control Module Run Crank 8 Ignition Coils Even Six Cylinder Engine 9 Ignition Coils Odd Six Cylinder Engine 10 Engine Control Module Switched Battery from Engine Control Module Relay 11 Six Cylinder Engine Post Catalytic Converter Oxygen Sensor Heater Mass Air Flow Sensor Flex Fuel Sensor Mini Fuses Usage 13 Run Crank for Transmission Control Module and Fuel ...

Page 291: ...e 49 Right High Intensity Discharge Headlamp 50 Left High Intensity Discharge Headlamp 51 Horn 52 Cluster Run Crank 53 Run Crank for Inside Rearview Mirror Rear Vision Camera 54 Run Crank for Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning 55 Outside Rearview Mirror Universal Garage Door Opener Front Window Switches 56 Windshield Washer 57 Steering Column Lock Mini Fuses Usage 60 Heated Mirror 62 Not Use...

Page 292: ...adlamp Low Beam Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is in the instrument panel on the driver side of the vehicle To access the fuses open the fuse panel door by pulling down at the top Press in on the sides of the door to release it from the instrument panel Pull the door toward you to release it from the hinge The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays an...

Page 293: ...entilation Air Conditioning Blower J Case Fuse 12 Passenger Seat Circuit Breaker 13 Driver Seat Circuit Breaker Fuses Usage 14 Diagnostic Link Connector 15 Airbag 16 Glove Box 17 Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning Controller 18 Pre Fuse for Fuses 1 4 and 5 19 Electronic Steering Column Lock 20 Automatic Occupant Sensing 21 Spare 22 Steering Wheel Controls Backlight 23 Body Control Module 3 24 Bod...

Page 294: ...Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is on the left side of the trunk behind a cover The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuse Number Usage F01 Not Used F02 Not Used F03 Not Used Fuse Number Usage F04 Leveling Compressor F05 Not Used F06 Not Used F07 Not Used ...

Page 295: ...ive Damping System F19 Universal Garage Door Opener Rain Light and Humidity Sensor F20 Shunt F21 Side Blind Zone Fuse Number Usage F22 Not Used F23 All Wheel Drive F24 Not Used F25 Not Used F26 Not Used F27 Not Used F28 Not Used F29 Not Used F30 Front Camera F31 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist Lane Departure Warning F32 Not Used F33 Not Used F34 Not Used F35 Not Used F36 Not Used F37 Not Used Relay...

Page 296: ...es pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when hitting a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Continued Warning Continued Worn or...

Page 297: ...ce covered roads Consider installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on ice or snow covered roads is expected See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires on page 10 55 With winter tires there may be decreased dry road traction increased road noise and shorter tread life After changing to winter tires be alert fo...

Page 298: ...code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines 3 DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards DOT Tire Date of Manufacture The last four digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufactured date The first two...

Page 299: ... Tire Example 1 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 2 Temporary Use Only The compact spare tire or temporary use tire should not be driven at speeds over 80 km h 50 mph The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat If the vehicle has a compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 10 75 and...

Page 300: ...ation Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines Tire Designations Tire Size The following is an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size 1 Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P ...

Page 301: ...pressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory Weight The combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission power windows power seats and air conditioning Aspect Ratio The relationship of a tire s height to its width Belt A rubber coated layer of cords between the plies and the tread Cords may be made from steel or other rei...

Page 302: ...Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum p...

Page 303: ... can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 6 mm 1 16 in of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10 54 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards ...

Page 304: ...rregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy Overinflated tires or tires that have too much air can result in Unusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards The Tire and Loading Information label on the vehicle indicates the original equipment tires and the correct cold tire inflation pressures The recommended pressure is the minimum air pressure needed to support the ...

Page 305: ...ize tires the cold inflation pressure is 35 psi 241 kPa If the vehicle has 235 55R18 size tires the cold inflation pressure depends on the vehicle mass and should be determined by the vehicle coach builder A Tire and Loading Information label provided by the final stage manufacturer should be attached to the B pillar on the driver side of the vehicle If the final stage manufacturer s label is not ...

Page 306: ...ire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle pla...

Page 307: ...malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehi...

Page 308: ...n This could be an early indicator that the air pressure is getting low and needs to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label attached to your vehicle shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its l...

Page 309: ...d go off after successfully completing the sensor matching process See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See your dealer for service Replacement tires or wheels do not match the origina...

Page 310: ...Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 30 4 Use the five way DIC control on the right side of the steering wheel to scroll to the Tire Pressure screen under the DIC info page See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 30 5 Press and hold the SEL button in the center of the five way DIC control The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message di...

Page 311: ...d cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Tire Rotation Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 mi See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 4 Tires are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for all tires The first rotation is the most impo...

Page 312: ...e 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 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 corr...

Page 313: ...bber Parking 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 Performanc...

Page 314: ...inued Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires Warning Mixing tires of different sizes brands or types may cause loss of control of the vehicle resulting in a crash or other vehicle damage Use the correct size brand and type of tires on all wheels Warning Using bias ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many mi...

Page 315: ...of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 10 55 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can b...

Page 316: ... due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warni...

Page 317: ...le is vibrating when driving on a smooth road the tires and wheels may need to be rebalanced See your dealer for proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it Some aluminum wheels can be repaired See your dealer if any of ...

Page 318: ...on device only if its manufacturer recommends it for the vehicle s tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To avoid vehicle damage drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle Do not spin the wheels If traction devices are used install them on the front tires If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blow out while...

Page 319: ...lat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided with the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place well off the road if possible Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 5 Warni...

Page 320: ...g a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation For more information see Engine Exhaust on page 9 22 Warning Overinflating a tire could cause the tire...

Page 321: ...maged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective See Roadside Service on page 13 5 Read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions The kit includes 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 Un...

Page 322: ...age 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 Air Hose When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes This will help to inflate the tire...

Page 323: ...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 counterclockwise to the Sealant Air position 9 Press the on off button 2 to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on The compressor will inject sealant and air into the ...

Page 324: ...hile handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage 12 Unplug the power plug 8 from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 13 Turn the sealant air hose 6 counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem 14 Replace the tire valve stem cap 15 Replace the sealant air hose 6 and the power plug 8 back in their original location 16 If the flat tire was able to infl...

Page 325: ...n pressure 20 Wipe off any sealant from the wheel tire and vehicle 21 Dispose of the used sealant canister 5 and sealant air hose 6 assembly at a local dealer or in accordance with local state codes and practices 22 Replace with a new canister assembly available from your dealer 23 After temporarily sealing the tire using the tire sealant and compressor kit take the vehicle to an authorized dealer...

Page 326: ...h the air only hose 7 onto the tire valve stem by turning it clockwise until it is tight 6 Plug the power plug 8 into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Power Outlets on page 5 7 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 pin...

Page 327: ...m the tire valve stem by turning it counterclockwise and replace the tire valve stem cap 14 Replace the air only hose 7 and the power 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 ma...

Page 328: ...tainer Nut 2 Jack 3 Wrench 4 Tow Hook If Equipped 5 Fastener To access the spare tire and tools 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the spare tire cover 3 Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise and remove the spare tire Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed 4 The jack and tools are stored below the spare tire Remove them from their container and place them near the tire being changed If this i...

Page 329: ...ed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dan...

Page 330: ...own The jack must not be used in any other position 9 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the road tire to clear the ground 10 Remove all of the wheel nuts 11 Remove 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 cou...

Page 331: ...he hub 15 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Warning 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 Continued Warning Continued aftermarket manufacturer when us...

Page 332: ... Tire and Tools Warning Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 1 Turn the wrench counterclockwise to remove the fastener 2 Replace the fastener with the one provided in the foam 3 Turn the wrench clockwise to tighten the fastener 4 ...

Page 333: ...rary use only 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 spa...

Page 334: ...peeds up to 112 km h 70 mph at the recommended inflation pressure so you can finish your trip Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced and installed back onto the vehicle as soon as possible so the spare tire will be available in case it is needed again Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes because they will not fit Keep the spare tire and its wheel together Jump Starting F...

Page 335: ...ttery cover which must be removed to gain access to the battery for jump starting 1 Clips 2 Pivot Points To remove the battery cover 1 Release the two rear clips 1 2 Lift the battery cover up towards the front of the vehicle to release it from the pivot points 2 and remove 3 Reverse Steps 1 2 to reinstall the battery cover The vehicle has a remote positive terminal under a trim cover It is under t...

Page 336: ... vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting 2 Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching 3 Set the parking brake firmly Vehicles with an automatic transmission should be in P Park See Shifting Into Park on page 9 20 Caution If any accessories are left on or plugged in during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be cove...

Page 337: ...he engine is running 5 Connect one end of the red positive cable to the jump start remote positive terminal for the discharged battery 6 Connect the other end of the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the good battery 7 Connect one end of the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery 8 Connect the other end of the black negative cable to the remote negative post...

Page 338: ...hicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motor home see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground D...

Page 339: ...olly towing Dolly Towing from the Front Front Wheel Drive Vehicles with front wheel drive can be dolly towed from the front Use the following procedure to dolly tow the vehicle from the front 1 Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer instructions 2 Drive the front wheels onto the dolly 3 Shift the transmission to P Park 4 Firmly set the parking brake 5 Use an adequate ...

Page 340: ...r Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory Use a de icing agent only when absolutely necessary and have the locks greased after using See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 Washing the Vehicle To preserve the vehicle s finish wash it often and out of direct sunlight Caution Do not use petroleum based acidic or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle s paint metal...

Page 341: ... car wash equipment Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Finish Care Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant wax materials is not recommended If painted surfaces are damaged ...

Page 342: ...ng solution approved for aluminum Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain alkaline substances and can damage the moldings Always dilute a concentrated cleaner according to the manufacturer s instructions Do not use chrome cleaners Do not use cleaners that are not intended for automotive use Use a nonabrasive wax on the vehicle after washing to protect and extend the molding finish Cleaning Exte...

Page 343: ...ee cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades Bugs road grime sap and a buildup of vehicle wash wax treatments may cause wiper streaking Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions sand salt heat sun snow and ice Weatherstrips Apply Dielectric silicone...

Page 344: ... vehicle with aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Steering Suspension and Chassis Components Visually inspect steering suspension and chassis components for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year Inspect power stee...

Page 345: ...ents that can transfer color to home furnishings can also permanently transfer color to the vehicle s interior Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument cluster Using a mild soap solution immediately remove hand lotions sunscreen and insect repellent from all interior surfaces or permanent damage may result Your dealer may have products for cleaning the inte...

Page 346: ...ning the windshield with water during the first three to six months of ownership will reduce tendency to fog Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker will not be damaged Clean spots with just water and mild soap Coated Moldings Coated moldings should be cleaned When lightly soiled wipe with a sponge or soft lint free cloth dampened with water When heavily soiled use ...

Page 347: ...use a microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces Before wiping the surface with the microfiber cloth use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that could scratch the surface Then use the microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to clean Never use window cleaners or solvents Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately using mild soap Do not use bleach or fabric softener Rinse thoroughly and air dry befor...

Page 348: ...er and mild detergent Do not use chlorine bleach Rinse with cold water and then dry completely Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Warning Do not bleach or dye safety belts It may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Floor Mats Warning If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not prop...

Page 349: ...t Use only a single floor mat on the driver side Do not place one floor mat on top of another The driver side floor mat is held in place by button type retainers Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1 Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock the retainers and remove 2 Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position 3 Make sure the floo...

Page 350: ...Black plate 92 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 10 92 Vehicle Care 2 NOTES ...

Page 351: ...ts 11 14 Maintenance Records Maintenance Records 11 16 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 the owner...

Page 352: ...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 Loading I...

Page 353: ...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 km 7 50...

Page 354: ...r 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 page 10...

Page 355: ...ents See Safety System Check on page 3 20 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 82 Check starter switch See Starter Switch Check on page 10 25 Check automatic transmission shift lock control function See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Funct...

Page 356: ...km 105 000 mi 180 000 km 112 500 mi 192 000 km 120 000 mi 204 000 km 127 500 mi 216 000 km 135 000 mi 228 000 km 142 500 mi 240 000 km 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Replace s...

Page 357: ...affic 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 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System on page 10 15 5 Or every 10 years whichever...

Page 358: ...km 105 000 mi 180 000 km 112 500 mi 192 000 km 120 000 mi 204 000 km 127 500 mi 216 000 km 135 000 mi 228 000 km 142 500 mi 240 000 km 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Change au...

Page 359: ...comes first Inspect for fraying excessive cracking or damage replace if needed 6 Or every 10 years whichever comes first Special Application Services Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km 3 000 mi Have underbody flushing service performed See Underbody Maintenance in Exterior Care on page 10 82 Additional Maintenance and Care Your vehicle is an important i...

Page 360: ...d dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts engineered for the vehicle Fluids Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle s systems and components See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 for GM approved fluids Engine oil and windshield washer fluid levels should be checked at every fuel fill Instrument cluste...

Page 361: ...ced Maintaining the tires can save money and fuel and can reduce the risk of tire failure Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right tires Your dealer can also provide tire w...

Page 362: ...s the required equipment to ensure proper wheel alignment Windshield For safety appearance and the best viewing keep the windshield clean and clear Signs of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs of...

Page 363: ... Coolant on page 10 16 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Hydraulic Power Steering System DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Transfer Case All Wheel Drive Transfer Case Fluid ...

Page 364: ...gory LB or GC LB Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in Canada 10953481 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 3 6 L LF3 20972655 A3175C ...

Page 365: ...ng U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 Service and Maintenance 11 15 Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Spark Plugs 3 6 L LF3 12642791 41 118 3 6 L LFX 12622561 41 109 Wiper Blades Driver Side 65 cm 25 6 in 25892079 Passenger Side 45 cm 17 7 in 25882578 ...

Page 366: ...ervice and Maintenance 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 367: ...Black plate 17 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed ...

Page 368: ...Black plate 18 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 11 18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed ...

Page 369: ...h 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 for the vehicle s engine ...

Page 370: ...ge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling System 3 6 L LF3 9 6 L 10 1 qt 3 6 L LFX 7 1 L 7 5 qt Engine Oil with Filter 3 6 L LF3 6 6 L 7 0 qt 3 6 L LFX 5 7 L 6 0 qt Fuel Tank Front Wheel Drive 70 0 L 18 5 gal All Wheel Drive 74 0 L 19 5 gal Wheel Nut Torque 150 Y 110 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the...

Page 371: ...Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 Technical Data 12 3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 3 6L V6 Engine LF3 8 0 75 0 90 mm 0 030 035 in 3 6L V6 Engine LFX 3 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 043 in ...

Page 372: ...Black plate 4 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing ...

Page 373: ...ivacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 13 Event Data Recorders 13 13 OnStar 13 14 Infotainment 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 operation of the vehicle wil...

Page 374: ...h 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 interpretation ...

Page 375: ...eve 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 o Cust...

Page 376: ...ine 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 appointments I ...

Page 377: ...er Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Odometer reading Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem Coverage Services are provided up to 6 years 110 000 km 70 000 mi whichever comes first In the U S anyone driving the vehicle is covered In Canada a person driving the veh...

Page 378: ...0 000 mi Powertrain warranty period Items considered are hotel meals and rental car Cadillac Technician Roadside Service U S Only Cadillac s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service It provides every Cadillac owner in the United States with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and where available a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on site...

Page 379: ...service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If your dealer requests you to bring the vehic...

Page 380: ...be supported by original receipts See your dealer for information regarding the allowance amounts for reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if the vehicle is kept for an overnight warranty repair Rental reimbursement will be limited and m...

Page 381: ...rformance however the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also available These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for the vehicle As a result these parts may fit poorly exhibit premature durability corrosion proble...

Page 382: ...following information Driver name address and telephone number Driver license number Owner name address and telephone number Vehicle license plate number Vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN Insurance company and policy number General description of the damage to the other vehicle Choose a reputable repair facility that uses quality replacement parts See Collision Pa...

Page 383: ...neral Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of the vehicle Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Manual RET...

Page 384: ...may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about mot...

Page 385: ...ipped to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed These modules may retain personal preferences such as radio presets seat positions and temperature settings Event Data Recorders Th...

Page 386: ...t can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR GM will not access this data or share it with others except with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request by police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law Data t...

Page 387: ...yless Entry RKE transmitters for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in vehicle transmitters for garage door openers RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communi...

Page 388: ...Black plate 16 1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 13 16 Customer Information 2 NOTES ...

Page 389: ...s 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 Directions and...

Page 390: ...onnel 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 Directions...

Page 391: ...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 vehicle...

Page 392: ...s 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 ended Sto...

Page 393: ...ormation 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 availab...

Page 394: ...nt 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 Locati...

Page 395: ...ce 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 identifyin...

Page 396: ...ommunications 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 without...

Page 397: ...l von Behren Rich Wales Mike White This software is provided as is without warranty of any kind express or implied In no event shall Info ZIP or its contributors be held liable for any direct indirect incidental special or consequential damages arising out of the use of or inability to use this software Permission is granted to anyone to use this software for any purpose including commercial appli...

Page 398: ...s also must not be misrepresented as being Info ZIP releases including but not limited to labeling of the altered versions with the names Info ZIP or any variation thereof including but not limited to different capitalizations Pocket UnZip WiZ or MacZip without the explicit permission of Info ZIP Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use of the Zip Bugs or Info ZIP e ...

Page 399: ...9 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 27 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 27 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 26 Where Are the Airbags 3 24 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 34 Passenger Status Indicator 5 18 Readiness Light 5 18 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 33 System Check 3 22 Alarm Vehicle Security 2 16 Alert Side Blind Zone SBZA 9 54 All Wheel Drive 9 25 10 25 Antilock Br...

Page 400: ...Plate Lamps 10 29 Buying New Tires 10 55 C Calibration 5 5 California Fuel Requirements 9 59 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 2 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 22 Trunk 2 14 Winter Driving 9 8 Cargo Management System 4 4 Tie Downs 4 4 Cautions Danger and Warnings iv Center Console Storage 4 3 Chains Tire 10 60 Chargi...

Page 401: ...5 Customer Assistance 13 4 Offices 13 3 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 4 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 11 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 D Damage Repair Collision 13 9 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders Event 13 13 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 4 Defensive Driving 9 3 Delayed Locking 2 13 Diagnostics OnStar 14 5 Distracted Driving 9 2 Dome Lamps 6 7...

Page 402: ...ck and Service Engine Soon Light 5 20 Compartment Overview 10 5 Coolant 10 16 Coolant Temperature Gauge 5 16 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 26 Cooling System 10 15 Cooling System Messages 5 39 Cover 10 8 Drive Belt Routing 12 4 Exhaust 9 22 Heater 9 19 Oil Life System 10 11 Oil Messages 5 40 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 10 20 Overheating 10 19 Power Messages 5 40 Engine cont d Pressur...

Page 403: ...se Block 10 31 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 10 30 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 10 34 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 10 36 G Garage Door Opener 5 53 Programming 5 53 Gasoline Specifications 9 59 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 5 16 Fuel 5 15 Odometer 5 14 Speedometer 5 14 Tachometer 5 14 Trip Odometer 5 14 Warning Lights and Indicators 5 9 General Information Service and Maintenance 11 1 Towing 9 62 Ve...

Page 404: ...strument Cluster 5 10 Instrument Panel Storage Area 4 1 Instrument Panel Overview 1 2 Interior Rearview Mirrors 2 20 Introduction iii J Jump Starting 10 76 K Key and Lock Messages 5 40 Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 10 40 Lamps Courtesy 6 7 Daytime Running DRL 6 4 Dome 6 7 Exterior Controls 6 1 Lamps cont d Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 6 3 Exterior Lighting Ba...

Page 405: ...ectric Parking Brake 5 23 StabiliTrak OFF 5 25 Tire Pressure 5 26 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak 5 25 Traction Off 5 25 Limited Slip Rear Axle 9 31 Locks Automatic Door 2 13 Delayed Locking 2 13 Door 2 10 Lockout Protection 2 13 Power Door 2 12 Safety 2 14 Loss of Control 9 6 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 27 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 3 43 Lumbar Adjustment 3 5 Front S...

Page 406: ...ion System Messages 5 42 Odometer 5 14 Trip 5 14 Off Road Recovery 9 5 Oil Engine 10 9 Engine Oil Life System 10 11 Messages 5 40 Pressure Light 5 27 Older Children Restraints 3 36 Online Owner Center 13 4 OnStar System In Brief 1 21 OnStar Additional Information 14 5 OnStar Connections 14 3 OnStar Diagnostics 14 5 OnStar Emergency 14 2 OnStar Navigation 14 2 OnStar Overview 14 1 OnStar Security 1...

Page 407: ...r Axle Limited Slip 9 31 Rear Climate Control System 8 6 Rear Seat Armrest 3 12 Rear Seat Pass Through Door 3 13 Rear Seats 3 10 Heated 3 12 Rearview Mirrors Automatic Dimming 2 20 Reclining Seatbacks 3 6 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 13 Records Maintenance 11 16 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 80 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 3 Remote Vehicle Start 2 9 Replacement Bulbs 10 29 Replacemen...

Page 408: ...t 3 5 Memory 3 7 Power Adjustment Front 3 4 Rear 3 10 Reclining Seatbacks 3 6 Securing Child Restraints 3 50 3 52 Security Light 5 28 Messages 5 45 OnStar 14 2 Vehicle 2 16 Vehicle Alarm 2 16 Service 8 9 Accessories and Modifications 10 3 Doing Your Own Work 10 3 Engine Soon Light 5 20 Maintenance Records 11 16 Maintenance General Information 11 1 Parts Identification Label 12 1 Service cont d Pub...

Page 409: ...Systems Driver Assistance 9 43 T Tachometer 5 14 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 4 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 18 Immobilizer 2 18 Thigh Support Adjustment 3 5 Time 5 5 Tires Buying New Tires 10 55 Chains 10 60 Changing 10 70 Compact Spare 10 75 Designations 10 42 Different Size 10 57 Full Size Spare 10 76 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 60 Inflation Monitor System 10 49 Inspection 10 53 Tires cont d Messages 5 ...

Page 410: ...5 53 Operation 5 55 Programming 5 53 Using This Manual iv V Vehicle Alarm System 2 16 Canadian Owners iii Control 9 3 Identification Number VIN 12 1 Load Limits 9 10 Messages 5 36 Personalization 5 48 Reminder Messages 5 47 Remote Start 2 9 Security 2 16 Speed Messages 5 47 Towing 10 80 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 5 24 Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 69 Tire Pressure 10 46 ...

Page 411: ...S Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 6006999 2014 CRC 9 11 13 INDEX i 13 Windows 2 21 Messages 5 47 Power 2 21 Windshield Replacement 10 27 Wiper Washer 5 3 Winter Driving 9 8 Winter Tires 10 39 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 27 ...

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