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Cadillac ATS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-6335741) - 2014 -

CRC - 5/20/13

Instruments and Controls

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High-Beam On Light

This light comes on when the
high-beam headlamps are in use.

See

Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Changer on page 6-4

Automatic High-Beam Light

This light comes on when the
automatic high-beam headlamps are
in use.

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
come on, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer.

This light comes on solid when
there is a problem with the AFL
system. It flashes when the system
is switching between lighting
modes. See

Adaptive Forward

Lighting (AFL) on page 6-6

Summary of Contents for ATS 2014

Page 1: ... Storage 4 1 Storage Compartments 4 1 Additional Storage Features 4 3 Roof Rack System 4 4 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 9 Information Displays 5 31 Vehicle Messages 5 39 Vehicle Personalization 5 52 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 8 Lighting Features 6 9 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 8 Audio Players 7 13 ...

Page 2: ...amp Aiming 10 31 Bulb Replacement 10 32 Electrical System 10 34 Wheels and Tires 10 45 Jump Starting 10 68 Towing the Vehicle 10 72 Appearance Care 10 75 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Maintenance Schedule 11 3 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 7 Maintenance Records 11 10 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 3 Customer Information 13 1 Cus...

Page 3: ...f this owner manual Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle You may contact your dealer for further queries Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle use the Index in the back of the manual It is an alphabetical list of what is in th...

Page 4: ...g the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and wha...

Page 5: ...tion v Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Heated Steering Wheel H LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d Traction Control StabiliTrak M Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual 2014 CRC 5 20 13 vi Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ...t 1 12 Interior Lighting 1 12 Exterior Lighting 1 13 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 14 Climate Controls 1 15 Transmission 1 16 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 17 Portable Audio Devices 1 18 Steering Wheel Controls 1 18 Cruise Control 1 19 Infotainment System 1 20 Driver Information Center DIC 1 20 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 1 20 Lane Departure Warning LDW 1 21 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 1 21 Rear Vi...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 6335741 2014 CRC 5 20 13 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...

Page 9: ... Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 3 If Equipped 6 Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 4 7 Infotainment on page 7 1 8 Light Sensor See Automatic Headlamp System on page 6 5 9 Dual Automatic Climate Control System Base on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System Uplevel on page 8 6 10 Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 8 11 Hood Release Out of View See Hood on page 10 4 12 Data ...

Page 10: ...23 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 39 24 MODE Button See Driver Mode Control on page 9 41 25 Instrument Panel Storage on page 4 1 If Equipped 26 Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 7 Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle For more detailed information refer to each o...

Page 11: ...c 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 and the glove box 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 can be started from outside of the vehicle Starting the Vehicle 1 Press a...

Page 12: ... the door handle when the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is within range See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 Use the key in the front driver door The key cylinder is covered by a cap See Door Locks on page 2 11 From the inside to lock a rear door push down on the door lock knob on top of the door To unlock a door pull once on the door handle to unlock it and again to op...

Page 13: ...emote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 and Trunk on page 2 16 Windows The power windows only operate with the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN START or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 24 The power window switches on the driver door control all the windows Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window Press th...

Page 14: ...ng the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down If available raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4 Lumbar Adjustment To adjust the lumbar and bolster support Press and hold the control forward or rearward to increase or decrease lumbar support ...

Page 15: ...t if available See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3 5 Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 6 Memory Features If equipped the 1 2 SET and B Exit buttons on the driver door are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver seat and outside mirrors ...

Page 16: ... are near the climate controls on the center stack To operate the ignition must be in ON RUN START Press J M or z L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback Press the button once for the highest setting With each press of the button the seat will change to the next lower setting and then to the off setting The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest set...

Page 17: ...ing the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position See Head Restraints on page 3 2 and Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4 Safety Belts Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts on page 3 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3 15 Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 16 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System o...

Page 18: ...view Mirror This vehicle has an automatic dimming rearview mirror The mirror will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2 23 Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel ...

Page 19: ...ading Lamps There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors These lamps come on when any door is opened To manually turn the reading lamps on or off Press m or n next to each overhead console reading lamp Press the lamp lens to turn the rear passenger reading lamps on or off For more information on interior lighting see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on pag...

Page 20: ...with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 and Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 6 5 Windshield Wiper Washer With the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN START move the lever to select the wiper speed HI Use for fast wipes LO Use for slow wipes INT Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes then turn the x INT band up for more frequent wipes or d...

Page 21: ... of these systems it controls the heating cooling and ventilation Base 1 Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2 Fan Control 3 AUTO Automatic Operation 4 Air Delivery Mode Control 5 OFF Fan 6 SYNC Synchronized Temperature 7 Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped 8 AC Air Conditioning 9 Defrost 10 Rear Window Defogger 11 Recirculation ...

Page 22: ...ar Window Defogger 8 Recirculation See Dual Automatic Climate Control System Base on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System Uplevel on page 8 6 Transmission Automatic Transmission Driver Shift Control DSC or Tap Shift Vehicles equipped with DSC allow shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission DSC can be enabled through the shift lever or the tap shift controls o...

Page 23: ...rites page press the FAV button on the radio faceplate While at the active screen such as AM or FM press and hold the area just above the chrome bar and below one of the preset screen buttons to save the current station as a favorite Press the area just above the chrome bar to recall a favorite station From the Settings menu press the MENU knob to select Manage Favorites The Manage Favorites featu...

Page 24: ...ge devices may be connected depending on the audio system See Auxiliary Jack on page 7 21 and USB Port on page 7 16 Steering Wheel Controls If equipped with audio steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel g If equipped with a Bluetooth system press to talk or interact with those systems See the infotainment manual c Press to reject an incoming call or end a ...

Page 25: ...uster when cruise is turned on RES Press the control up briefly to resume to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or press and hold to accelerate If cruise control is already active use to increase vehicle 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 Pre...

Page 26: ...tatus of many vehicle systems y or z Press to move up or down in a list S or T Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster Press S to go back to the previous menu SEL Press to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 31 Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped FCA is intended to help...

Page 27: ...ng outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on See Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA on page 9 70 Rear Vision Camera RVC If equipped RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on the center stack display when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9 59 Ultrasonic Parking Assist If equipped Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA use...

Page 28: ... Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player The vehicle has two accessory power outlets Inside the front storage bin below the climate control system On the rear of the center floor console Lift the cover to access the accessory power outlet See Power Outlets on page 5 8 Sunroof If equipped with a sunroof the ignition must be ...

Page 29: ...raction Control Electronic Stability Control The traction control system limits wheel spin The system is on when the vehicle is started The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions The system is on when the vehicle is started To turn off traction control press and release g on the center console i illuminates in the instrument cluster Press...

Page 30: ...essures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance Maintain the correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 52 Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the en...

Page 31: ... system is reset See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 11 Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions are appropriate use cruise control Always f...

Page 32: ...Black plate 26 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 6335741 2014 CRC 5 20 13 1 26 In Brief 2 NOTES ...

Page 33: ... 2 11 Power Door Locks 2 14 Delayed Locking 2 14 Automatic Door Locks 2 15 Lockout Protection 2 15 Safety Locks 2 16 Doors Trunk 2 16 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 19 Vehicle Alarm System 2 19 Immobilizer Operation 2 20 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 22 Power Mirrors 2 22 Folding Mirrors 2 23 Heated Mirrors 2 23 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 2 23 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mi...

Page 34: ...and children or others could be seriously injured or killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter This key inside the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is used...

Page 35: ...his equipment If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If the transmitter is still not working correctly see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless ...

Page 36: ...rsonalization on page 5 52 If the passenger door is open when Q is pressed all doors lock Pressing Q may also arm the theft deterrent system See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2 19 When the doors are locked the fuel door is also locked K Unlock Press to unlock the driver door or all doors When remotely unlocking the vehicle at night the headlamps and back up lamps will come on for about 30 seconds t...

Page 37: ... and hold until the trunk begins to move to open the power trunk Keyless Access Operation Some vehicles have the Keyless Access system that lets you lock and unlock the doors and access the trunk without removing the RKE transmitter from your pocket purse briefcase etc The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m 3 ft of the door being opened If the vehicle has this feature there will be a button on the...

Page 38: ...k unlock button on a passenger door handle will unlock all doors Pressing the lock unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur The lock unlock button was used to unlock all doors Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed Passive Locking If equipped with Keyless Access this feature will lock the vehicle several seconds after all doors are closed if the ve...

Page 39: ...rk If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it See your dealer to progra...

Page 40: ...itter battery as soon as possible Battery Replacement Caution When replacing the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter Static from your body could damage the transmitter Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC 1 Press the button near the bottom of the transmitter and pull the key out 2 Use the oval base of the key blade to separat...

Page 41: ...has remote start The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start The rear window defogger may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions 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 ...

Page 42: ...al and select the ON RUN START ignition mode to drive the vehicle Extending Engine Run Time The engine run time can also be extended by another 10 minutes if during the first 10 minutes Steps 1 3 are repeated while the engine is still running This provides a total of 20 minutes The remote start can only be extended once A maximum of two remote starts or a remote start with an extension are allowed...

Page 43: ...assengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked So all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven Continued Warning Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out ...

Page 44: ... 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 Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 Key Cylinder Access To access the key cylinder 1 Pull the door handle 1 to the open position 2 Insert the key 4 into the slot 3 on the bottom of the cap 2 and pry outward 3 Move th...

Page 45: ... 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 14 ...

Page 46: ...ed Door Anti Lockout feature has been turned off When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch with the door open a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active The doors will then lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed If a door is reopened before five seconds have elapsed the five second timer will reset once all the doors are closed again Press Q ...

Page 47: ...with the driver door open all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock If the vehicle is off with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and the power door lock switch is pressed with the driver door open all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock after closing all of the doors This feature can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q...

Page 48: ...4 Press v again to deactivate the lockout switch If an inside rear door handle is being pulled at the same time the safety lock is deactivated only 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 o...

Page 49: ... Engine Exhaust on page 9 27 Trunk Lock Release To open the trunk the vehicle must be off or the shift lever must be in P Park Press on the driver door Press i on the RKE transmitter Press the touch pad on the rear of the trunk above the license plate when all doors are unlocked If equipped with Keyless Access the trunk may also be opened while the vehicle is locked by pressing the touch pad on th...

Page 50: ...own the rear seatback See Rear Seats on page 3 11 2 Reach inward through the opening to locate the emergency trunk release handle 3 Pull the release handle toward the front of the vehicle to open the trunk Emergency Trunk Release Handle Caution Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle There is a glow ...

Page 51: ...during the delay to arm the system Fast Flash Vehicle is unsecured A door the hood or the trunk is open Slow Flash Alarm system is armed Arming the Alarm System 1 Turn off the vehicle 2 Lock the vehicle in one of three ways Use the RKE transmitter Use the Keyless Access system With a door open press Q on the interior of the door 3 After 30 seconds the alarm system will arm and the indicator light ...

Page 52: ... System To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated Press K on the RKE transmitter Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Access system Start the vehicle To avoid setting off the alarm by accident Lock the vehicle after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter or use the Keyless Access system Unlocking th...

Page 53: ...the engine does not start and the security light stays on there is a problem with the system Turn the ignition off and try again If the vehicle will not change ignition modes ACC ACCESSORY ON RUN START OFF and the RKE transmitter appears to be undamaged try another transmitter Or you may try placing the transmitter in the transmitter pocket located in the center console See Key and Lock Messages o...

Page 54: ...irrors 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 Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror The vehicle may have a driver exterior automatic dimming mirror that will automatically adjust for the glare of headlamps behind Memory Mirrors The vehicle may have me...

Page 55: ...efogger Press to heat the mirrors See Dual Automatic Climate Control System Base on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System Uplevel on page 8 6 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampened with water Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The re...

Page 56: ... The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave the Remote Keyless Entry RKE tran...

Page 57: ...witch up to raise it Express Down Up Windows Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without holding the switch Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate the express feature The express mode can be canceled by briefly pressing or pulling the switch Express Window Anti Pinch Feature If any object is in the path of the window when the e...

Page 58: ...e switch is released the express mode is reactivated In this mode the window can close on an object in its path Use care when using the override mode Programming the Power Windows If the vehicle battery has been recharged or disconnected or is not working the front power windows may need to be reprogrammed for the express up feature to work Before reprogramming replace or recharge the vehicle batt...

Page 59: ... rear door safety locks are also disabled See Safety Locks on page 2 16 Press v again to deactivate the lockout switch If the indicator light flashes the feature may not be working properly Sun Visors Pull the visor toward you or move it to the side to help reduce glare To use the lighted mirror lift the cover Roof Sunroof If equipped with a sunroof the ignition must be in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY ...

Page 60: ... must be manually opened Press and hold the rear of the switch 2 to close the sunroof vent Anti Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction The sunroof then retracts away from the object Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track This ...

Page 61: ... Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 22 Airbag System Airbag System 3 23 Where Are the Airbags 3 26 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 28 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 29 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 30 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 30 Passenger Sensing System 3 32 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 38 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 39 Airbag Sy...

Page 62: ...the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions The height of the head restraint can be adjust...

Page 63: ...ng position To adjust the head restraint rearward press the button located on the side of the head restraint and move the head restraint rearward until the desired locking position is reached Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place The front seat outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed Rear Seats The vehicle s rear seats h...

Page 64: ...e seatback and push the head restraint down Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place Rear 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 adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving ...

Page 65: ...trol up or down To adjust the seatback see Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 6 To adjust the lumbar support see Lumbar Adjustment on page 3 5 Some vehicles are equipped with a Safety Alert Seat This feature activates a vibrating pulse alert in the driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9 58 Lumbar Adjustment To adjust the lumbar and bolster support Press and...

Page 66: ...just the seatback Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even 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 injuri...

Page 67: ...the driver door are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver seat and outside mirrors Storing Memory Positions To save positions to the 1 and 2 buttons 1 Adjust the driver seat and outside mirrors to the desired driving positions 2 Press and hold SET and 1 at the same time until a beep sounds 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a second driver using 2 To save positions to the B Exit ...

Page 68: ...ontrol for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button If the memory position is still not recalling see your dealer for service Automatically Recalling RKE Memory Positions Auto Memory Recall The Auto Automatic Memory Recall feature automatically recalls the current driver s previously stored 1 or 2 positi...

Page 69: ...ng for two seconds Try recalling the memory position again by opening the driver door and pressing K on the RKE transmitter If the memory position is still not recalling see your dealer for service Easy Exit Recall If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu the Easy Exit feature automatically moves the driver seat and outside mirrors to the memory positions saved to the B Exit button See...

Page 70: ...ge the seat Uplevel Buttons Shown Base Buttons Similar If available the buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack To operate the ignition must be in ON RUN START Press J M or z L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback Press the button once for the highest setting With each press of the button the seat will change to the next lower setting and then to the off sett...

Page 71: ...ormal The heated seats will not turn on during a remote start unless they are enabled in the vehicle personalization menu See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 9 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5 52 Rear Seats Folding the Seatback Either side of the seatback can be folded for more cargo space Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving Caution Folding a rear seat with the safety belts sti...

Page 72: ...rward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked Warning A 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 ...

Page 73: ... upright locked position Rear Seat Pass Through Door There is 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 Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly It also describes some things not to do with safety belts Warning Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn p...

Page 74: ...page 5 15 Why Safety Belts Work When riding in a vehicle you travel as fast as the vehicle does If the vehicle stops suddenly you keep going until something stops you It could be the windshield 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 str...

Page 75: ...ction is only for people of adult size There are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the vehicle see Older Children on page 3 41 or Infants and Young Children on page 3 43 Follow those rules for everyone s protection It is very important for all occupants to buckle up Statistics show that...

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

Page 77: ...y 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 If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate flat to unlock 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure...

Page 78: ...hicle Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal near frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And on vehicle...

Page 79: ...ed safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed and properly adjusted the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To install a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat 2 Place the guide o...

Page 80: ... the belt and the guide on top Warning 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 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 se...

Page 81: ...ion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten a...

Page 82: ...ake sure the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5 15 Keep safety belts clean and dry See Safety Belt Care on page 3 22 Safety Belt Care 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 Replacing...

Page 83: ...ag System The vehicle has the following airbags A frontal airbag for the driver A frontal airbag for the front outboard passenger A knee airbag for the driver A knee airbag for the front outboard passenger A seat mounted side impact airbag for the driver A seat mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger A roof rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the...

Page 84: ...gs must inflate very quickly to do their job Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system Warning You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt even with airbags Airbags are designed to work with safety belts not replace them Also airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash In some crashes safety belts are the only restraint S...

Page 85: ...ould 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 seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags Warning Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection ...

Page 86: ...the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 16 Where Are the Airbags The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel The driver knee airbag is below the steering column The front outboard passenger knee a...

Page 87: ...er Side Shown Passenger Side Similar On vehicles with second row seat mounted side impact airbags they are in the sides of the rear seatback closest to the door 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...

Page 88: ...e the severity of the impact Deployment thresholds can vary with specific vehicle design Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver s or front outboard passenger s head and chest Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is...

Page 89: ...mounted side impact airbag is designed to inflate on the side of the vehicle that is struck Roof rail airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact In addition these roof rail airbags are designed to inflate during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact Roof rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts Both roof rail airbag...

Page 90: ...ond rows The rollover capable roof rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollover events although no system can prevent all such ejections But airbags would not help in many types of collisions primarily because the occupant s motion is not toward those airbags See When Should an Airbag Inflate on page 3 28 Airbags should never be regarded as anything mor...

Page 91: ...ld cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment you should seek me...

Page 92: ... Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for the airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to replace other parts The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnosti...

Page 93: ...termine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag should be allowed to inflate or not According to accident statistics children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in a correct child restraint for their weight and size Whenever possible children age 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is beca...

Page 94: ...g 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 airbag system or the passenger sensing system When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag a...

Page 95: ...adiness light ever comes on and stays on it 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 16 for more information including important safety information If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboar...

Page 96: ...ushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint See Head Restraints on page 3 2 6 Restart the vehicle The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbags for a child in a child restraint depending upon the child s size It is better to secure a child restraint i...

Page 97: ...ury or even death An adult sized occupant should not ride in the front outboard passenger seat if the passenger airbag off indicator is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Safety Belts and Child Restraints ...

Page 98: ...er knee airbag are turned on the on indicator will be lit If the 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 occupy the seat See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 16 for important safety information The on indicator may be lit if an object such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic ...

Page 99: ...nostic module steering wheel instrument panel any airbag module ceiling or pillar garnish trim overhead console front sensors side impact sensors or airbag wiring Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag sensors sensing and diagnostic module and airbag wiring In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position...

Page 100: ... replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 16 Caution If an airbag covering is damaged opened or broken the airbag may not work properly Do not open or break the airbag coverings If there are any opened or broken airbag coverings have the airbag covering and or airbag module replaced For the location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags on...

Page 101: ...ve outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle safety belts The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster Use a booster seat with a lap shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below Sit all the way back on the seat Do the knees bend at the seat edge If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap ...

Page 102: ... just touching the top of the thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 16 According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position In a cras...

Page 103: ...e under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to ...

Page 104: ... 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 possible to hold it during a crash For example in a crash at only 40 km h 25 mph a 5 5 kg 12 lb infant will suddenly become a...

Page 105: ... forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different ...

Page 106: ... so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected 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 ...

Page 107: ...ed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window Securing an Add On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system following th...

Page 108: ...y are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it Securing the Child within the Child Restraint Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the c...

Page 109: ...nts in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 32 for additional information When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the...

Page 110: ...a child restraint that has LATCH attachments LATCH compatible rear facing and forward facing child seats can be properly installed using either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle s safety belts Do not use both the safety belts and the LATCH anchorage system to secure a rear facing or forward facing child seat Booster seats use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the child in the booster seat If the...

Page 111: ...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 restraint with lower attachments 2 Top Tether Anchor A top tether 3 4 anchors the top of the child restraint to the veh...

Page 112: ... being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your 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 locating the lower anchors each seating position with lower anchors has two l...

Page 113: ...e as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in ...

Page 114: ... the instructions in this manual Warning Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash attach only one child restraint per anchor Warning Children...

Page 115: ...m is designed to make the installation of child restraints easier When using lower anchors do not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead use the vehicle s anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether 1 Attach and fasten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower att...

Page 116: ...hten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the head restraint and route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether...

Page 117: ...if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle If the child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 50 for how and where to i...

Page 118: ...eat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle check if the correct buckle is being used Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could ...

Page 119: ...e child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it Securing Child Restraints Front Passenger Seat This vehicle has airbags A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child re...

Page 120: ... some unusual circumstance even though the airbag s are off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag s are off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front outboard passenger seat always move the seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat If the child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethe...

Page 121: ...urned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 17 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The ...

Page 122: ...ehicle safety belt 6 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 is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbags are off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicato...

Page 123: ...2 Armrest Storage 4 3 Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs 4 3 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System 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 press on the cover and release There is an accessory power outlet inside See Power Outle...

Page 124: ...ere is a USB port inside See USB Port on page 7 16 Keep the storage area closed when not in use Touch the bottom of the climate control system panel again until the door automatically starts to close Glove Box To open the glove box lift up on the lever Use the key to lock and unlock it The glove box may have a compact disc player inside Cupholders There are two cupholders in the front center conso...

Page 125: ...cess the storage area There is a USB port SD card reader and auxiliary jack inside See USB Port on page 7 16 SD Card Reader on page 7 20 and Auxiliary Jack on page 7 21 Rear Armrest Pull the armrest down and lift the cover to access the storage area Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs The cargo tie downs can be used to secure small loads inside the trunk ...

Page 126: ...d crossrails can be purchased as an accessory See your dealer for additional information Caution Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 91 kg 200 lb or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the crossrails and fasten cargo securely To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving check to make sure crossrails and c...

Page 127: ...Indicator 5 17 Charging System Light 5 18 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 18 Brake System Warning Light 5 21 Parking Brake Light 5 22 Service Electric 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 Coolan...

Page 128: ...ssages 5 44 Lamp Messages 5 45 Object Detection System Messages 5 45 Ride Control System Messages 5 48 Airbag System Messages 5 49 Security Messages 5 49 Service Vehicle Messages 5 49 Starting the Vehicle Messages 5 50 Tire Messages 5 50 Transmission Messages 5 51 Vehicle Reminder Messages 5 51 Vehicle Speed Messages 5 52 Washer Fluid Messages 5 52 Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization 5...

Page 129: ... wheel while driving Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel g Push to Talk For vehicles with a Bluetooth system press to talk or interact with those systems See the infotainment manual c End Call Press to decline an incoming call or end a current call Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system S or T Pr...

Page 130: ...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 Press to turn the heated steering wheel on or off A light on the button displays when the feature is turned on The steering wheel takes about three minutes to be fully heated Horn Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the...

Page 131: ... If frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them Damaged blades should be replaced See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 30 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor Wiper Parking If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers are on LO HI or INT they will immediately stop If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes the w...

Page 132: ...ndshield wipers With Rainsense if the transmission is in N Neutral and the vehicle speed is very slow the wipers will automatically stop at the base of the windshield The wiper operations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N Neutral or the vehicle speed has increased n L Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate t...

Page 133: ...io The infotainment system controls are used to access the time and date settings through the menu system See Overview in the separate infotainment manual for information about how to use the menu system Setting the Time To set the time 1 Press the SETTINGS screen button and press Time and Date 2 Press Set Time and press or to increase or decrease hours minutes and AM or PM Press 12Hr or 24Hr for ...

Page 134: ...em On the rear of the center floor console Lift the cover to access the accessory power outlet Certain accessory power plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle or adapter fuses If a problem is experienced see your dealer When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment See Add On Electr...

Page 135: ...ing lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving or when o...

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Page 137: ...age is displayed press SEL to enter the Audio menu In the Audio menu search for music 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 view recent calls or scroll through contacts If there is an active call mute the phone or switch to handset operation Settings Press SEL while the Set...

Page 138: ... 5 52 for more information Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven in either kilometers or miles This 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 ...

Page 139: ...l 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 Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge At the service station the fuel pump shuts off before ...

Page 140: ...asures the engine coolant temperature The warning area at the far end of the gauge may appear shaded or may be colored red If the pointer approaches the warning area or the shaded thermostat symbol the engine may be too hot Under some driving conditions including those listed below it is normal for the temperature to rise above the usual operating range and approach the far end of the gauge stop a...

Page 141: ...driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument cluster When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the driver safety belt is buckled neither the light ...

Page 142: ... with the airbag system The system check includes the airbag sensor s passenger sensing system the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the airbag system see Airbag System on page 3 23 The airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehicle is started If the light does not come on then have it fixed immedia...

Page 143: ...d knee airbag If the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag are allowed to inflate If the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag If after several seconds both status indicator lig...

Page 144: ...splays a message See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5 39 If a short distance must be driven with the light on be sure to turn off all accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Malfunction Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation monitors the operation of the vehicle to ensure emissions are at acceptable levels helping to maintain ...

Page 145: ...ake or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect the vehicle s emission controls and can cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance...

Page 146: ...een left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Check that good quality fuel is used Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may cause stalling after start up stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear misfiring hesita...

Page 147: ... does not come on See your dealer for assistance in verifying proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp The OBD II On Board Diagnostics system determines 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 des...

Page 148: ...orking properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service Parking Brake Light The parking brake status light comes on when the parking brake is applied If the light continues flashing after the parking brak...

Page 149: ...t a reduced level The vehicle can still be driven but should be taken to a dealer as soon as possible See the information for the Electric Parking Brake under Parking Brake Manual on page 9 35 or Parking Brake Electric on page 9 36 If a message displays in the Driver Information Center DIC see Brake System Messages on page 5 40 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light This light comes on briefly wh...

Page 150: ... Warning Light on page 5 21 and Brake System Messages on page 5 40 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light If equipped this light briefly comes on 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 This light comes on green when the system is on and ready to operate When the system determines that the veh...

Page 151: ...turned off If the TCS is off wheel spin is not limited Adjust driving accordingly See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 39 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...

Page 152: ...he TCS and or the StabiliTrak system is actively working See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 39 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not have the vehicle serviced by the dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off Caution The engine coolant temperature warning light indicates tha...

Page 153: ... on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 49 When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS If the problem is not corrected the light will come on at every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 54 Engine Oil Pressure Light Caution Lack of proper e...

Page 154: ... Low Fuel Warning Light This light is near the fuel gauge and comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working It also comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel The light turns off when fuel is added If it does not have the vehicle serviced Security Light The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serv...

Page 155: ...gh Beam Light This light comes on when the automatic high beam headlamps are in use 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 come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer This light comes on solid when there is a problem with the AFL system It flashes when the system is switching between...

Page 156: ...xterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Cruise Control Light The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready and turns green when the cruise control is set and active See Cruise Control on page 9 43 Adaptive Cruise Control Light This light in the Driver Information Center DIC comes on when the Adaptive Cruise Control if equipped is active See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9 4...

Page 157: ... five way control to move up or down in a list S or T Press the five way control to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster Press S to go back to the previous menu SEL Select Press the center to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens DIC Information Display Options The information displays on the DIC can be turned on or off through the...

Page 158: ...ctive Fuel Range The Fuel Range display shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank Average Fuel Economy The Average Fuel Economy display shows the approximate ...

Page 159: ...ection the vehicle is driving Turn Arrow The Turn Arrow display shows the next maneuver when using route guidance Travel Time The Travel Time display shows the estimated time duration remaining for the current route Distance to Destination The Distance to Destination display shows the distance to the destination when using route guidance Speed Limit The Speed Limit display shows the current speed ...

Page 160: ...r each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system press and hold SEL for several seconds while the Oil Life display is active See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 11 Oil Pressure This display s...

Page 161: ...mation appears as 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 sel...

Page 162: ...control is to the left of the steering wheel To adjust the HUD image 1 Adjust the driver seat to a comfortable position 2 Start the engine Use the following settings to adjust the HUD Image Adjustment Press down or lift up to center the HUD image The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down not side to side Display View Press to select the display view Release when the desired display is shown o...

Page 163: ...isplayed in any view Speed View This display gives the speedometer reading in English or metric units speed sign advisor Adaptive Cruise Control speed Forward Collision Alert status Lane Departure Warning and Vehicle Ahead indicator Some information only appears on vehicles that have these features and when they are active Audio Phone View This display includes the information in speed view along ...

Page 164: ...English or metric units rpm reading transmission positions and gear shift indicator Care of the HUD Clean the inside of the windshield to remove any dirt or film that could reduce the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth sprayed with glass cleaner Wipe the lens gently then dry it HUD Troubleshooting Check that Nothing is covering the HUD lens HUD brightness se...

Page 165: ...oltage and Charging Messages BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point The battery saver system starts reducing features of the vehicle that may be noticed At the point that features are disabled this message displays Turn off unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge LOW BATTERY This messa...

Page 166: ...ual on page 9 35 or Parking Brake Electric on page 9 36 SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST This message may be displayed when there is a problem with the brake boost assist system When this message is displayed the brake boost assist motor might be heard operating and you might notice pulsation in the brake pedal This is normal under these conditions Take the vehicle to your dealer for service SERVICE PARKING B...

Page 167: ...t detection or camera performance CRUISE SET TO XXX This message displays when the cruise control speed is set See Cruise Control on page 9 43 NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS PEDAL APPLIED This message displays when Adaptive Cruise Control ACC is active and the driver is pressing the gas pedal When this occurs ACC will not brake See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9 47 Door Ajar Messages DOOR OPEN A door op...

Page 168: ...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 ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE This message displays and a chime sounds when the engine coolant temperature is too hot The engine coolant temperature warning light will also be on Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down EN...

Page 169: ...l is not low and this message remains on take the vehicle to your dealer for service See Engine Oil on page 10 8 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE This message displays if 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...

Page 170: ...message displays when trying to start the vehicle if an RKE transmitter is not detected The transmitter battery may be weak See Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 NO REMOTE PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART This message is displayed when attempting to turn off the vehicle and the remote is no longer detected Restarting is allowed wi...

Page 171: ...ge 6 5 XXX TURN INDICATOR FAILURE When one of the turn signals is out this message displays to show which bulb needs to be replaced See Bulb Replacement on page 10 32 and Replacement Bulbs on page 10 34 TURN SIGNAL ON This message is displayed if the turn signal has been left on Turn off the turn signal Object Detection System Messages 24 GHz RADARS OFF This message displays when driving in certai...

Page 172: ...ing the outside of the windshield behind the rearview mirror may correct the issue The Lane Departure Warning system will not operate Forward Collision Alert FCA may not work or may not work as well LANE DEPARTURE WARNING UNAVAILABLE This message displays when attempting to activate the Lane Departure Warning LDW system when it is temporarily unavailable The LDW system does not need service This m...

Page 173: ... to your dealer to repair the system SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM If this message displays take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Forward Collision Alert FCA Active Emergency Braking System Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing and or Lane Departure Warning LDW system may not work Do not use these systems until the vehicle has been repaired SERVICE FRO...

Page 174: ...cle 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 passing through an open area such as the desert where there is insufficient data for operation This message may also activate during heavy rain o...

Page 175: ...Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIRBAG This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system Take the vehicle to your dealer for service Security Messages THEFT ATTEMPTED This message displays if the vehicle detects a tamper condition Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE AC SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the air conditioning system Take the vehicle to your dealer f...

Page 176: ...ng wheel while starting the vehicle to unlock the steering column If the vehicle still does not start turn the steering wheel the other way and try starting the vehicle again Tire Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 54 TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays whe...

Page 177: ...on See your dealer SHIFT DENIED This message displays when using the Driver Shift Control DSC and attempting to shift to a gear not appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute rpm See Manual Mode on page 9 31 SHIFT TO PARK This message displays when the transmission needs to be shifted to P Park This may appear when attempting to remove the key from the vehicle if the vehic...

Page 178: ...access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features The following are all possible personalization features Depending on the vehicle some may not be available Base Radio Audio System Controls MENU Press the center of the knob to enter the menus and select menu items Turn the knob to scroll through the menus S BACK Press to exit or move backward in a menu To access the personalization...

Page 179: ...uality Select the Climate and Air Quality menu and the following may be displayed Auto Fan Max Speed Air Conditioning Mode Pollution Control Auto Compartment Zone Temp Auto Heated Seats Auto Defog Auto Rear Defog Auto Fan Max Speed This feature will set the maximum auto fan speed Select Low Medium or High Air Conditioning Mode This allows for selecting automatic start of the air conditioning upon ...

Page 180: ...On Auto Defog This will turn auto defog on or off Only vehicles with the uplevel dual automatic climate control system will have this option Select Off or On Auto Rear Defog If equipped this will turn auto rear defog on or off This feature will automatically turn on the rear window defogger when it is cold outside Select Off or On Collision Detection Systems Select the Collision Detection Systems ...

Page 181: ...ered by most driving conditions Off disables all Forward Collision Alert and Automatic Braking capabilities of the Auto Collision Preparation feature See Active Emergency Braking System on page 9 68 Select Off Alert Brake or Alert Park Assist This allows the Ultrasonic Parking Assist feature to be turned on or off Select Off or On Go Notifier This feature will give a reminder that Adaptive Cruise ...

Page 182: ...hifted out of R Reverse or the ignition is turned to OFF Select Off On Driver and Passenger On Driver or On Passenger Easy Exit Options This allows the Easy Exit Options feature to be turned on or off Select Off or On Chime Volume This allows the selection of the chime volume level Select a volume between 0 and 63 Personalization by Driver This allows the Personalization by Driver feature to be tu...

Page 183: ...he Auto High Beam to be turned on or off Select Off or On On some vehicles select Off Normal Sensitivity or Low Sensitivity Power Door Locks Select Power Door Locks and the following may be displayed Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out Auto Door Lock Delayed Door Lock Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When on this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open If Off is selected the Delaye...

Page 184: ...ck This allows selection of what type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter Select Off Lights and Horn Lights Only or Horn Only Remote Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing the unlock button on the RKE transmitter Select All Doors or Driver Door Only Relock Remotely Unlocked Doors When on if the doors are unlocked from the RKE t...

Page 185: ...t in Vehicle Reminder This allows the remote left in vehicle feature to be turned on or off Select Off or On Return to Factory Settings Select Return to Factory Settings and the following list may display Restore Vehicle Settings Clear All Private Data Restore Radio Settings Restore Vehicle Settings This allows selection of restoring vehicle settings Select Cancel or Restore Clear All Private Data...

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Page 187: ...ps DRL 6 5 Automatic Headlamp System 6 5 Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL 6 6 Hazard Warning Flashers 6 7 Turn and Lane Change Signals 6 7 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control 6 8 Courtesy Lamps 6 8 Dome Lamps 6 8 Reading Lamps 6 9 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 9 Exit Lighting 6 9 Battery Power Protection 6 10 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 6 10 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lam...

Page 188: ...s high beam headlamps on and off according to surrounding traffic conditions The system turns the high beam headlamps on when it is dark enough and there is no other traffic present This light comes on in the instrument cluster when the automatic high beam system is enabled Turning On and Enabling Automatic High Beams To enable the automatic high beam system with the turn signal lever in the neutr...

Page 189: ...and Flash to Pass on page 6 5 The automatic high beam system can be disabled by the High Low Beam Changer or the Flash to Pass feature If this happens the High Low Beam Changer must be activated two times within five seconds to reactivate the automatic high beam system The instrument cluster light will come on to indicate the automatic high beam system is reactivated The high beams may not turn of...

Page 190: ...sable or cancel the high beam headlamps by turning the low beam headlamps on if any of the above conditions exist This feature can be turned on or off See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 52 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder A warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp control is left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp position and the driver door is opened with the ignition off Headlamp High...

Page 191: ...them off If the headlamps are in high beam mode they will go to low beam Daytime Running Lamps DRL DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day The DRL will come on when all of the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamp control is in AUTO The light sensor determines it is daytime The parking brake is released or the vehicle is not in ...

Page 192: ...p control is in AUTO the headlamps parking lamps and other exterior lamps come on The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed When the wipers are not operating these lamps turn off Move the exterior lamp control to P or to disable this feature Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL On vehicles with the AFL system the headlamps pivot horizontally to provide greater road illuminat...

Page 193: ... An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change is completed If the lever is briefly pressed 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 p...

Page 194: ...r dim the lights The brightness of the displays automatically adjusts based on outdoor lighting The instrument panel illumination control will set the lowest level to which the displays will automatically be adjusted Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps 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...

Page 195: ...ry RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 When the driver door is opened all control lights Driver Information Center DIC lights and door pocket lights turn on After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off then the dome lamp and remaining interior lights dim to off Entry lighting can be disabled manually by changing the ignition out of the OFF position or by...

Page 196: ...e vehicle s battery If some interior lamps are left on and the ignition is turned off the battery rundown protection system 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 th...

Page 197: ...Overview 7 22 Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 7 24 Bluetooth Voice Recognition 7 29 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 7 36 Introduction Infotainment Read the following pages to become familiar with the infotainment system featured in this owner manual Warning Taking your eyes off the road for too long or too often while using any infotainment features can cause a ...

Page 198: ... by pressing a single button or a single voice command for vehicles equipped with phone capability See Defensive Driving on page 9 3 The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 24 The vehicle may have the base radio included in this manual See the CUE infotainment manual for in...

Page 199: ...V Favorites Pages Press to scroll through the favorite pages for each source 2 O Power Volume Press to turn on the audio off Press and hold to display the screen clock Press to mute the system Press again to unmute Turn the knob to adjust the volume 3 7 Previous Reverse Press to seek to the beginning of the current or previous track If the track has been playing for less than five seconds it seeks...

Page 200: ... press to seek to the next strong station 5 MENU Press to access the menu for the current audio source Press to select the highlighted menu option Turn to scroll through a list 6 Home Page See Home Page following in this section 7 RADIO Press to change the audio source between AM or FM 8 MEDIA Press to change the audio source between CD USB SD and Bluetooth Audio 9 PHONE See Bluetooth Overview on ...

Page 201: ...NGS screen icon to display the Settings main page See Setting Radio Preferences in this section Setting Radio Preferences Select the SETTINGS screen icon to display the Settings menu and the following may display Time See Clock Base Radio on page 5 7 or Clock Uplevel Radio on page 5 7 Language Current Language This will set the display language in the radio instrument cluster and voice recognition...

Page 202: ...e bar and below the DROP screen button to relocate the station Number of Favorites Shown To set the number of favorites for display select Auto to automatically adjust the number of Favorites pages shown as Favorites are added or removed Another way to adjust is to select a number from 5 25 to show that selection of favorites Press S BACK to go back to the previous menu Audible Touch Feedback Sele...

Page 203: ... to the previous menu Rear Camera If Equipped From the Rear Camera screen button the following may be displayed Rear Camera Display This feature will turn the Rear Vision Camera display on or off Select Rear Camera Display and then select Off or On Press S BACK to go back to the previous menu Guidance Lines This feature places lines on the screen to guide around objects Press Guidance Lines and th...

Page 204: ...ettings will be restored back to the factory settings Select Cancel or Continue Press S BACK to go back to the last menu English and Metric Unit Conversion To change the display units between English and metric units see Instrument Cluster on page 5 10 Software Updates Website Information Cadillac Contact your dealer for information Radio AM FM Radio Playing the Radio While on the audio main page ...

Page 205: ...to highlight Press the MENU knob to select Turn the MENU knob to the left for more sound from the front speakers and to the right for more sound from the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the front and rear speakers EQ Equalizer Turn the MENU knob to highlight Turn the MENU knob to scroll through the options Press the MENU knob to select Press the S BACK button to go bac...

Page 206: ...DSP modes Normal Adjusts the audio to normal mode This provides the best sound quality for all seating positions Driver Adjusts the audio to give the driver the best possible sound quality Rear Adjusts the audio to give the rear seat occupants the best possible sound quality Centerpoint Turns on Bose Centerpoint surround technology Centerpoint creates a surround sound from nearly any audio source ...

Page 207: ...ce main page such as AM or FM press and hold the area just above the chrome bar and below one of the preset screen buttons to save the current station as a favorite Press the area just above the chrome bar to recall a favorite station Mixed Audio Favorites Favorites can be stored including radio stations and media To display the favorites page press the FAV button on the radio faceplate From the S...

Page 208: ...like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio Phone Usage Phone usage may cause interference with the vehicle s radio This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls charging the phone s battery or simply having the phone on This interference can cause an increased level of static while listening to the radio If s...

Page 209: ...e way the disc has been handled There can be increased skipping difficulty in recording tracks difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the disc for damage or try a known good disc To avoid damage to the CD player Do not use scratched or damaged discs Do not apply labels to discs The labels could get caught in the player Insert only one d...

Page 210: ...ast Forward While on the CD main page press just above the chrome bar and below the u Press to seek to the next track Press and hold to fast forward through a track Release the button to return to playing speed Elapsed time displays j r Pause Play While on the CD main page Press just above the chrome bar and below pause play to pause Press again to resume Z Shuffle Press just above the chrome bar ...

Page 211: ...pped with a Bose Surround Sound System this feature adjusts DSP modes See DSP Modes in AM FM Radio on page 7 8 Browse CD Media Use to browse the track list on a CD Error Messages If Disc Error displays and or the disc comes out it could be for one of the following reasons The disc has an invalid or unknown format The disc is very hot Try the disc again when the temperature returns to normal The ro...

Page 212: ...th 255 files per folder Maximum of 1 000 files on a disc Recorded on a CD R or CD RW Root Directory The root directory is treated as a folder All files contained directly under the root directory are accessed prior to any root directory folders Empty Folders If a root directory or folder is empty or contains only folders the player advances to the next folder in the file structure that contains a ...

Page 213: ...For information on how to use the screen icons see Playing an Audio CD USB Menu Press the MENU knob to display the USB menu and the following may display Browse Select to display the files and folders on the USB device Tone Settings Select to adjust Bass Midrange Treble Balance Fade and EQ Equalizer See Tone Settings under Playing an Audio CD Auto Volume If equipped see Playing an Audio CD Bose Au...

Page 214: ...he standard iPod USB cable to the iPod s dock connector 2 Connect the other end to a USB port in the center console or in the center stack storage bin 3 Press the MEDIA button to select the source iPod music information displays on the radio s display and begins playing through the vehicle s audio system The iPod battery recharges automatically while the vehicle is on When the vehicle is off while...

Page 215: ...ists 1 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to view the playlists stored on the iPod 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select a playlist name to view a list of all songs in the playlist 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select the song from the list to begin playback Artists 1 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to view the artists stored on the iPod 2 Turn the...

Page 216: ...ist of all songs stored on the iPod 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select the song from the list to begin playback Playing from an iPhone or iPad This feature supports iPhone 3G iPhone 3GS iPhone 4 and iPad Follow the same instructions as stated earlier for using an iPod SD Card Reader This vehicle has an SD card reader in the center console and if equipped in the center stack stor...

Page 217: ...input jack When a device is connected the system automatically begins playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers If an auxiliary device has already been connected but a different source is currently active press the MEDIA faceplate button repeatedly to scroll through all of the available audio source screens until the AUX source screen is selected Playing from the AUX Port An auxiliar...

Page 218: ...luetooth capability the system can interact with many cell phones allowing Placement and receipt of calls in a hands free mode Sharing of the cell phone s address book or contact list with the vehicle To minimize driver distraction before driving and with the vehicle parked Become familiar with the features of the cell phone Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or...

Page 219: ... with a Hands Free Profile to make and receive phone calls The infotainment system and voice recognition are used to control the system The system can be used while in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9 1 m 30 ft Not all phones support all functions and not all phones work with the Bluetooth system See www gm com bluetooth for more information about compatible...

Page 220: ...tone sounds to indicate that the system is ready for a voice command Wait for the tone and then speak How to Speak Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice Audio System When using the Bluetooth system sound comes through the vehicle s front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system Use the O knob during a call to change the volume level The system maintains a minimum volume level Bluet...

Page 221: ...LETE screen button to delete a device CONNECT Press the area just above the chrome bar and below the CONNECT screen button to connect a device that is already paired Pairing A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone ...

Page 222: ... on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided in Step 3 The system recognizes the new connected phone after the pairing process is complete 6 If the phone prompts to accept connection or allow phone book download select always accept and allow The phone book may not be available if not accepted 7 Repeat steps 1 6 to pair additional phones or devices Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1 To list...

Page 223: ... select Manage Phones Turn the MENU knob to highlight Manage Phones and press to select Making a Call Using Phone Book For cell phones that support the phone book feature the Bluetooth system can use the contacts stored on your cell phone to make calls See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide or contact your wireless provider to find out if this feature is supported by your phone When a cell ...

Page 224: ...select the PHONE screen button 2 Turn the MENU knob and press to select Keypad 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the first digit and press to select Continue this process through the number To call press the area just above the chrome bar and below the CALL screen button Accepting or Declining a Call When an incoming call is received the infotainment system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the ve...

Page 225: ...just above the chrome bar and below the END screen button Select c Dual Tone Multi Frequency DTMF Tones The in vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers during a call This is used when calling a menu driven phone system 1 When a call is active turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button 2 Press the area just above the chrome bar and below the KEYPAD screen button 3 Turn the MEN...

Page 226: ...GM in the list on the cell phone Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN that was provided in Step 3 After the PIN is successfully entered the system prompts you to provide a name for the paired cell phone This name will be used to indicate which phones are paired and connected to the vehicle The system responds with phone name has been successfully paired after the pairing proc...

Page 227: ...l be Phone name is now connected If another cell phone is not found the original phone remains connected Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers The following commands are used to delete and store phone numbers Store This command will store a phone number or a group of numbers as a name tag Digit Store This command allows a phone number to be stored as a name tag by entering the digits one at a time De...

Page 228: ... by the system to save a name tag for this number Using the Delete Command 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Delete 3 Say the name tag you want to delete Using the Delete All Name Tags Command This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the Destinations Directory To delete all name tags 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by...

Page 229: ...followed by a tone 2 Say Dial or Call 3 Say 911 4 Say Dial or Call Using the Digit Dial Command The digit dial command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone If an unwanted number is recognized by the system say Clear at any time to clear the last number To hear all of the num...

Page 230: ...ore a call Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier Press g to answer an incoming call when another call is active The original call is placed on hold Press g again to return to the original call To ignore the incoming call no action is required Press i to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling T...

Page 231: ...luetooth System from a Cell Phone During a call with the audio on the cell phone press g The audio transfers to the vehicle If the audio does not transfer to the vehicle use the audio transfer feature on the cell phone See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide for more information Voice Pass Thru Voice pass thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone See your cell ph...

Page 232: ...ed by a tone 2 Say Dial 3 Say the number or name tag to send Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system it will be retained indefinitely This includes all phone pairing information For information on how to delete this information see Deleting a Paired Phone Trademarks and License Agreements Made for iPod and Made for iPhone mean that an electronic acc...

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Page 241: ...ual Automatic Climate Control System Uplevel 8 6 Air Vents Air Vents 8 12 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 13 Service 8 13 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Base If equipped with this system it controls the heating cooling and ventilation 1 Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2 Fan Control 3 AUTO Automatic Operation 4 Air Delivery Mode Control 5 OFF ...

Page 242: ...ow the selected settings For automatic operation 1 Press AUTO 2 Set the temperature Allow the system time to stabilize Then adjust the temperature as needed for best comfort To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather The recirculation light will not come on Press to select recirculation press it again to select outside air ...

Page 243: ...o automatic operation To turn off the fan press OFF z N y Air Delivery Mode Control Press the air delivery mode buttons to change the direction of the airflow Selecting any of the air delivery modes cancels automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow can be controlled manually Press AUTO to return to automatic operation To change the current mode select one of the following Y V...

Page 244: ...ght on the button is lit when recirculation mode is active This helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or prevent outside air and odors from entering Pressing this button cancels automatic recirculation Press AUTO to return to automatic operation recirculation runs automatically as needed Manual recirculation mode is not available when in Defrost or Defog modes Auto Defog The climate con...

Page 245: ...hing else that is sharp This may damage the rear window defogger grid and affect the radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty M or L Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat See Heated Front Seats on page 3 10 Remote Start Climate Control Operation If equipped with the remote vehicle ...

Page 246: ...ort If the sensor is covered the automatic climate control system may not work properly Dual Automatic Climate Control System Uplevel 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 Seats If Equipped 5 AUTO Automatic Opera...

Page 247: ... Delivery Mode Control Climate Control Touch Screen The fan air delivery mode A C mode 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 a...

Page 248: ... efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather The recirculation light will not come on Press to select recirculation press it again to select outside air English units can be changed to metric units through the instrument cluster See Settings under Instrument Cluster on page 5 10 OFF Fan Press to turn the fan on or off The temperature contro...

Page 249: ...on is lit Pressing any of the air delivery buttons cancels automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow can be controlled manually Press AUTO to return to automatic operation To change the current mode select one of the following Y Vent Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level Air is divided between the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets Floor Air is ...

Page 250: ...ir The indicator light on the button is lit when recirculation mode is active This helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or prevent outside air and odors from entering Pressing this button cancels automatic recirculation Press AUTO to return to automatic operation recirculation runs automatically as needed Manual recirculation mode is not available when in Defrost or Defog modes Auto De...

Page 251: ... lines and are not intended to heat when the defogger is activated The heated outside mirrors turn on when the rear window defogger button is on They help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirrors Caution Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear window d...

Page 252: ...ir delivery mode for best comfort If the sensor is covered the automatic climate control system may not work properly Air Vents Adjustable air vents are in the center and on the side of the instrument panel Use the thumbwheels 1 near the air vents to open or close off the airflow Move the slats 2 to change the direction of the airflow Additional air vents are beneath the windshield and the driver ...

Page 253: ...Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust pollen and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 See your dealer regarding replacement of the filter Service This vehicle may have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant R1234yf This refrigerant has a s...

Page 254: ...0 13 8 14 Climate Controls During service all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also create unsafe conditions based on inhalation combustion frostbite or other health based concerns ...

Page 255: ...14 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break In 9 19 Ignition Positions 9 20 Starting the Engine 9 22 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 24 Shifting Into Park 9 25 Shifting out of Park 9 26 Parking over Things That Burn 9 27 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 27 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 28 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 28 Manual Mode 9 31 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 33 P...

Page 256: ...on 9 80 Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 9 80 Trailer Towing With V6 Engine 9 84 Trailer Towing With L4 Engine 9 85 Towing Equipment 9 85 Conversions and Add Ons Add On Electrical Equipment 9 86 Driving Information Distracted Driving Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your attention a...

Page 257: ...ren Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or restraint Avoid stressful conversations while driving whether with a passenger or on a cell phone Warning Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death Focus your attention on driving Refer to the Infotainment manual for more information on using that system including pairing and using a cell phone De...

Page 258: ...s being driven brake normally but do not pump the brakes Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down If the engine stops there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied Once the power assist is used up it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Steering Variable Effort Steering Some vehicles have a steering system that varies the...

Page 259: ...educed If steering assist is used for an extended period of time power 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 39 See your dealer if there is a problem Curve Tips Take curves at a reasonable speed Reduce speed before entering a curve Maintain a reasonable steady sp...

Page 260: ...ht down the roadway Loss of Control Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle s three control systems Braking Skid wheels are not rolling Steering or Cornering Skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force Acceleration Skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasona...

Page 261: ...peed by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide Remember Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid Track Events and Competitive Driving Competitive driving may affect the vehicle warranty See the warranty manual before using the vehicle for competitive driving Because fluid temperatures may be higher it is necessary to change the rear axle fluid every 24 h...

Page 262: ...e to change the brake fluid and transfer case fluid after any performance or race track driving could result in damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Have the brake fluid and transfer case fluid changed by your dealer after any performance or race track driving See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 7 For vehicles equipped with front Brembo brake systems Performance racing brake pad...

Page 263: ... pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car vehicle wash lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings an...

Page 264: ...ew mirror and vehicle instruments often Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain Tips for driving in these conditions include Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape Check all fluid levels and brakes tires cooling system and transmission Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills Warning Using the br...

Page 265: ...n 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 traction Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface ...

Page 266: ...e base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe Check again from 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 Continued Warning Continued Adjust the climate control system to a setting that circulates th...

Page 267: ...in at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured The vehicle can overheat causing an engine compartment fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km h 35 mph Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels Turn off any traction system Shift back and forth between R Rever...

Page 268: ...rly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label 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 Ti...

Page 269: ...ortant 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 Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine t...

Page 270: ... trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle See Trailer Towing With V6 Engine on page 9 84 or Trailer Towing With L4 Engine on page 9 85 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips Example 1 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for E...

Page 271: ... Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lbs 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 sh...

Page 272: ...icle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if there is a heavy load it should be spread 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 We...

Page 273: ... forward as possible Try to spread the weight evenly Continued Warning Continued Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle Secure loose items in the vehicle Do not leave a seat folded down unless needed Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break In Follow these recommended...

Page 274: ...ced Ignition Positions The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start Pressing the button cycles it through three modes ACC ACCESSORY ON RUN START and Stopping the Engine OFF The Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter must be in the vehicle for the system to operate If the pushbutton start is not working the vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing interference...

Page 275: ...ady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to N Neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving After shifting to N Neutral firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location 3 Come to a complete stop shift to P Park and turn the ignition to OFF On vehicles with an automatic transmission ...

Page 276: ...arting the Engine on page 9 22 The ignition will then remain in ON RUN Service Only Mode This power mode is 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 vehicl...

Page 277: ...ne and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts If the transmitter is not in the vehicle or something is interfering with the transmitter the Driver Information Center DIC will display a message See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 and Key and Lock Messages on page 5 44 If the battery in the RKE transmitter needs replacing a DIC message di...

Page 278: ... to 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 18 C or 0 F it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you press the ENGINE START STOP button for up to a maximum of 15 seconds Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to allow the cranking motor to cool down When the engine starts let go of the button and the a...

Page 279: ...with you 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 left the e...

Page 280: ... out how see Shifting Into Park listed previously If torque lock does occur the vehicle may need to be pushed uphill by another vehicle to relieve the parking pawl pressure so you can shift out of P Park Shifting out of Park This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the igniti...

Page 281: ...ne exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death Exhaust may enter the vehicle if The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation parking garages tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different Continued Warning Continued The exhaust system leaks due to ...

Page 282: ...le While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running If the vehicle is left with the engine running follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park on page 9 25 and Engine Exhaust on page 9 27 If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 80 Automatic Transmission P Park This position locks the rear ...

Page 283: ...re starting the engine The vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system Fully apply the regular brakes first and then press the shift lever button before shifting from P Park with the ignition in ON RUN If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into P Park as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and mo...

Page 284: ...nsmission 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 you need more power for passing and you are Going less than 55 km h 35 mph push the accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 55 km h 35 mph or more push the accelerator a...

Page 285: ...e acceleration response The vehicle will exit these features and return to normal operation after a short period when no spirited driving is detected See Driver Mode Control on page 9 41 Manual Mode Driver Shift Control DSC Caution Driving with the engine at a high rpm without upshifting while using Driver Shift Control DSC could damage the vehicle Always upshift when necessary while using DSC Veh...

Page 286: ...C move the shift lever back to D Drive Tap Shift If equipped the tap shift controls are on the back of the steering wheel To use DSC using the tap shift controls 1 Move the shift lever to the left from D Drive to M Manual Mode The transmission will be in Manual Mode and will hold the current gear 2 Pull the control toward you to shift Pull the left control to downshift and the right control to ups...

Page 287: ... and engine revolutions per minute rpm The transmission will not automatically shift to the next lower or higher gear if the engine rpm is too high or too low If shifting is prevented for any reason a DIC message will appear See Transmission Messages on page 5 51 When accelerating the vehicle from a stop in snowy and icy conditions it is suggested to shift into second gear A higher gear allows the...

Page 288: ... 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 up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that ve...

Page 289: ...remature wear or damage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down then push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you feel the pedal release Slowly pull your foot up off the parking brake pedal If the parking brake is not released when you begi...

Page 290: ...d or released Before leaving the vehicle check the red parking brake status light to ensure that the parking brake is applied 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 i...

Page 291: ...RUN position 2 Apply and hold the brake pedal 3 Push down momentarily on the EPB switch The EPB is released when the red parking brake status light is off If the amber parking brake warning light is on release the EPB by pushing down on the EPB switch and holding it down Continue to hold the switch until the red parking brake status light is off If either light stays on after release is attempted ...

Page 292: ...normal and the driver should continue to apply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictates The brake assist feature will automatically disengage when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased Hill Start Assist HSA This vehicle has an HSA feature which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade This feature is designed to prevent the vehicle from rolli...

Page 293: ... StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the vehicle wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path If cruise control is being used and traction control or StabiliTrak begins to limit wheel spin cruise control will disengage Cruise control may be turned back on when road conditions allow Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is st...

Page 294: ...ays 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 15 seconds 3 Start the engine Drive the vehicle If d comes on and stays on the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem If the condition pe...

Page 295: ...n again press and release the g button The Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak Off Light g in the instrument cluster turn off To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on again press and release the g button The Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak Off Light g in the instrument cluster turn off Adding accessories can affect the vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 2 Driver Mode Cont...

Page 296: ...ort mode indicator will display in the Driver Information Center DIC When in Sport mode the vehicle will still shift automatically The transmission may remain in gear longer than it would in the normal driving mode based on braking throttle input and vehicle lateral acceleration The steering will change to provide more precise control If the vehicle has MagneRide the suspension will change to prov...

Page 297: ...an be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads With cruise control a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km h 25 mph If the brakes are applied the c...

Page 298: ... 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 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 Cancel Press to di...

Page 299: ...e control system is already activated Press and hold RES up until the desired speed is reached then release it To increase vehicle speed in small increments briefly press RES up to the first detent For each press the vehicle goes about 1 km h 1 mph faster To increase vehicle speed in larger increments briefly press RES up to the second detent For each press the vehicle speed increases to the next ...

Page 300: ... your foot off the pedal the vehicle will slow down to the previously set cruise speed While pressing the accelerator pedal or shortly following the release to override cruise control briefly applying the SET switch will result in cruise control set to the current vehicle speed Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control will work on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the ...

Page 301: ...CC can apply acceleration or limited moderate braking to maintain the selected following gap To disengage ACC apply the brake If ACC is controlling your vehicle speed when the Traction Control System TCS or StabiliTrak System activates the ACC will automatically disengage See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 39 When road conditions allow ACC to be safely used the ACC can be ...

Page 302: ... 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 Continued Warning Continued 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 traction can cause excessive wheel slip On Off Press to turn t...

Page 303: ...wn to the second detent Cancel Press to disengage ACC without erasing the set speed from memory 3 Follow Distance Gap Press to select a following gap time or distance setting for ACC of Far Medium or Near Setting Adaptive Cruise Control If cruise control is on when not in use the cruise on off control could get pressed and cruise control could become active when not desired Keep the cruise control...

Page 304: ...lowing Use the accelerator to get to the higher speed Press SET down Release the control and the accelerator pedal The vehicle will now cruise at the higher speed When the accelerator pedal is pressed ACC will not brake because it is overridden A warning message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC and the Head Up Display HUD See Cruise Control Messages on page 5 40 Press and hold RES ...

Page 305: ...etent For each press the vehicle goes about 1 km h 1 mph slower To decrease the vehicle speed in larger increments press SET down to the second detent For each press the vehicle speed decreases to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark 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 ...

Page 306: ...t FCA feature See Forward Collision Alert FCA System on page 9 65 Alerting the Driver If ACC is engaged driver action may be required when ACC cannot apply sufficient braking because of approaching a vehicle too rapidly When this condition occurs the collision alert symbol on the HUD will flash on the windshield Either eight beeps will sound from the front or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat wi...

Page 307: ...t to stopped or slow moving vehicles ahead of you For example the system may not brake for a vehicle that it has never detected moving This can occur in stop and go traffic or when a vehicle suddenly appears due to a vehicle ahead changing lanes Your vehicle may not stop and could cause a crash Use caution when using ACC Your complete attention is always required while driving and you should be re...

Page 308: ...iver safety belt is unbuckled the ACC automatically applies the electric parking brake to hold the vehicle The electric parking brake status light will turn on See Parking Brake Manual on page 9 35 or Parking Brake Electric on page 9 36 To resume ACC and release the electric parking brake press the accelerator pedal ACC can be resumed when the vehicle is traveling greater than 25 km h 16 mph A DIC...

Page 309: ...ead of you Curves in the Road Warning On curves ACC may not detect a vehicle ahead in your lane You could be startled if the vehicle accelerates up to the set speed especially when following a vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps You could lose control of the vehicle or crash Do not use ACC while driving on an entrance or exit ramp Always be ready to use the brakes if necessary Warning On curves...

Page 310: ...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 vehicles in different lanes signs guardrails and other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve This is normal operation The vehicle does not need service ...

Page 311: ... applied the ACC disengages Ending ACC There are three ways to disengage ACC Step lightly on the brake pedal Press Press Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if is pressed or if the ignition is turned off Cleaning the Sensing System 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 ic...

Page 312: ...vided by these systems Failure to use proper care when driving may result in injury death or vehicle damage See Defensive Driving on page 9 3 Under many conditions these systems will not Detect children pedestrians bicyclists or animals Detect vehicles or objects outside the area monitored by the system Continued Warning Continued Work at all driving speeds Warn you or provide you with enough time...

Page 313: ...tance Systems for Parking or Backing When the vehicle is in R Reverse the Rear Vision Camera RVC and Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA may help the driver to avoid a crash or to reduce crash damage while parking or backing Some models may also have the Rear Automatic Braking and Backing Warning System Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA and or Front Parking Assist When the vehicle is shifted into R Re...

Page 314: ...nces Do not back the vehicle using only the RVC screen during longer higher speed backing maneuvers or where there could be cross traffic Failure to use proper care before backing may result in injury death or vehicle damage Always check behind and around the vehicle before backing 1 View Displayed by the Camera 1 View Displayed by the Camera 2 Corners of the Rear Bumper Displayed images may be fa...

Page 315: ...ed vehicle Use caution while backing up when towing a trailer as the RCTA detection zones that extend out from the back of the vehicle do not move further back when a trailer is towed With URPA as the vehicle backs up at speeds of less than 8 km h 5 mph the sensors on the rear bumper detect objects up to 2 5 m 8 ft behind the vehicle that are within a zone 25 cm 10 in high off the ground and below...

Page 316: ...both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times Beeps for Front Parking Assist are higher pitched than for Rear Parking Assist Vehicles with Adaptive Cruise Control ACC have the Backing Warning System which is designed to help avoid backing crashes The system can warn of rear objects when backing up at speeds greater than 8 km h 5 mph The Backing Warning System will beep once from the re...

Page 317: ...ning Rear Automatic Braking may not avoid many types of 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 bel...

Page 318: ...g wheel is used to turn on or off the Front and Rear Parking Assist Rear Automatic Braking and Backing Warning System at the same time The indicator light next to the button comes on when the features are on and turns off when the features have been disabled Turn off parking assist when towing a trailer The Rear Vision Camera RVC the parking assist symbols guidance lines and Rear Cross Traffic Ale...

Page 319: ... quickly FCA also provides a visual alert if following another vehicle much too closely FCA detects vehicles within a distance 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 47 Warning FCA is a wa...

Page 320: ...le ahead until it is completely in the driving lane Warning FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash unless it detects a vehicle FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt snow or ice or if the windshield is damaged It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog rain or snow or if the headla...

Page 321: ...en you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely Selecting the Alert Timing With Adaptive Cruise Control Without Adaptive Cruise Control Press the collision alert following gap button on the steering wheel to set the FCA timing to Far Medium Near or on some vehicles Off The first button press shows the current setting on the DIC Additional button presses will change this setting ...

Page 322: ... vehicles or shadows These alerts are normal operation and the vehicle does not need service Cleaning the System If the FCA system does not seem to operate properly cleaning the outside of the windshield in front of the camera sensor and the front of the vehicle may correct the issue Active Emergency Braking System If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control ACC it also has the Active Emergency Bra...

Page 323: ...llision Alert FCA System on page 9 65 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 i...

Page 324: ... be unnecessary It could respond to a turning vehicle ahead guardrails signs and other non moving objects This could be uncomfortable and startling To override Automatic Braking firmly press the accelerator pedal if it is safe to do so Automatic Braking can be disabled or reduced through vehicle personalization See the Auto Collision Preparation portion of Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle...

Page 325: ...e over your shoulder and use the turn signals SBZA Detection Zones The SBZA sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle or 3 5 m 11 ft The height of the zone is approximately between 0 5 m 1 5 ft and 2 m 6 ft off the ground This zone starts at approximately the middle of the vehicle and goes back approximately 5 m 16 ft How the System Works The SBZA symbol li...

Page 326: ...n towing a trailer The SBZA detection zones that extend back from the side of the vehicle do not move further back when a trailer is towed Use caution while changing lanes when towing a trailer SBZA may alert to objects attached to the vehicle such as a trailer bicycle or object extending out to either side of the vehicle This is normal system operation the vehicle does not need service SBZA may n...

Page 327: ...nsor to detect the lane markings It only operates at speeds of 56 km h 35 mph or greater When the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking the LDW indicator will flash and either three beeps will be sounded from the left or right side or three Safety Alert Seat pulses will occur on the left or right side of the seat depending on the lane departure direction LDW will not warn if the turn signal is o...

Page 328: ... camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror To turn LDW on and off press to the left of the steering wheel The control indicator will light when LDW is on When the vehicle is started the LDW indicator on the instrument cluster will come on briefly If LDW is on the LDW indicator will appear green if the system detects a left or right lane marking while the vehicle is traveling ...

Page 329: ... the LDW camera system does not seem to operate properly cleaning the outside of the windshield in front of the camera sensor may correct the issue Warning LDW does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash unless it detects the lane markings LDW may not detect the lane markings if the camera sensor is blocked by dirt snow or ice or if the windshield is damaged It may also not detect a lane on w...

Page 330: ...el is a half tank or less then refuel with the current seasonal fuel Prohibited Fuels Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol as well as reformulated gasolines are available in some cities If these gasolines comply with the previously described specification then they are acceptable to use However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 15 ethanol must be used only i...

Page 331: ...engine oil change or every 15 000 km whichever occurs first 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 off the engine when refueling Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended Continued Wa...

Page 332: ... properly a message will appear on the Driver Information Center display See Fuel System Messages on page 5 44 When reinstalling the cap turn it clockwise until it clicks once otherwise the malfunction indicator lamp could turn on See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 18 Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping befor...

Page 333: ...ator Lamp on page 5 18 Filling a Portable Fuel Container Warning Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ignite either by static electricity or other means You or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged Always Use approved fuel containers Remove the container from the vehicle trunk or pickup bed before filling Place the cont...

Page 334: ...ge 10 73 Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips Driving with a Trailer When towing a trailer Become familiar with the state and local laws that apply to trailer towing Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km 500 mi to prevent damage to the engine axle or other parts Then during the first 800 km 500 mi of trailer towing do not drive over 80 km h 50 mph and do not make starts at full throttle ...

Page 335: ...ving is longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself Get acquainted with the handling and braking of the rig before setting out for the open road Before starting check all trailer hitch parts and attachments safety chains electrical connectors lamps tires and mirrors If the trailer has electric brakes start the combination moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure...

Page 336: ...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 shifted down the brakes might get hot and no longer work well Vehicles can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission to a lower ...

Page 337: ...lace release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the brake pedal Then apply the parking brake and shift into P Park 5 Release the brake 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 ...

Page 338: ... later in this section Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load 1 of any tr...

Page 339: ...icle Load Limits on page 9 14 Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Trailer Towing With L4 Engine The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Towing Equipment Hitches Use the correct hitch equipment See your dealer or a hitch dealer for assistance The rear bumper on the vehicle is not intended for hitches Do not attach r...

Page 340: ...ey are installed adjusted and maintained properly Because the vehicle has antilock brakes do not tap into the vehicle s brake system If this is done both brake systems will not work well or at all Conversions and Add Ons Add On Electrical Equipment Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty Always check with you...

Page 341: ...arter Switch Check 10 29 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 29 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 30 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 30 Windshield Replacement 10 31 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 31 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 10 32 Halogen Bulbs 10 32 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 10 32 LED Lighting 10 32 Back Up Lamps 10 32 License Plate Lamp 10 33 Rep...

Page 342: ...ehicle Towing the Vehicle 10 72 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 73 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 75 Interior Care 10 81 Floor Mats 10 86 General Information For service and parts needs visit your dealer You will receive genuine parts and trained and supported service people Accessories and Modifications Adding non dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle perfo...

Page 343: ...ge 3 39 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work Warning It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge service manual tools or parts Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to servic...

Page 344: ...e of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release lever toward the right side of the vehicle 3 Lift the hood To close the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm 6 in of the closed position Pause then push the front center of the hood with a swift firm motion to fully close...

Page 345: ...Black plate 5 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 6335741 2014 CRC 5 20 13 Vehicle Care 10 5 Engine Compartment Overview 2 5L L4 Engine ...

Page 346: ...ee Battery on page 10 27 3 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System on page 10 15 4 Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 35 5 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 15 6 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil on page 10 8 7 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil on page 10 8 8 Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 10 13 9 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page...

Page 347: ...Black plate 7 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 6335741 2014 CRC 5 20 13 Vehicle Care 10 7 3 6L V6 Engine ...

Page 348: ... To ensure proper engine performance and long life careful attention must be paid to engine oil Following these simple but important steps will help protect your investment Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking...

Page 349: ... keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick add 1 L 1 qt of the recommended oil and then recheck the level See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 12 3 Caution Do not add too m...

Page 350: ...d certification mark This certification mark indicates that the oil has been approved to the dexos1 specification Caution Failure to use the recommended engine oil can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Check with your dealer or service provider on whether the oil is approved to the dexos1 specification Viscosity Grade SAE 5W 30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle ...

Page 351: ...oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash or pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter This is based ...

Page 352: ...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 31 When remaining oil life is low the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display See Engine Oil Messages on page 5 43 2 Press SEL on the DIC co...

Page 353: ... leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible The vehicle is not equipped with a transmission fluid level dipstick There is a special procedure for checking and changing the transmission fluid Because this procedure is difficult this should be done at the dealer Contact the dealer for additional information Change ...

Page 354: ... loose dust and dirt If the filter remains covered with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the air cleaner filter 2 5L L4 LCV Engine Shown 3 6L V6 LFX Engine Similar 1 Air Duct Clamp 2 Electrical Connector 3 Screws 1 Open the hood See Hood on page 10 4 2 Disconnect the outlet duct by loosening the air duct clamp 1 3 Disconnect the electrical connector 2 4 Remove the screws 3 on to...

Page 355: ...ng on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner filter off Caution If the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature 2 5L L4 LCV Engine 1 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 2 Engine C...

Page 356: ...ant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Caution Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in the vehicle Engine Coolant...

Page 357: ...e of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 37 C 34 F outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts Helps keep the proper engine temperature Caution If improper coolant mixture inh...

Page 358: ... hose return line when the engine is running It is also normal to see bubbles entering the surge tank through the small hose Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank If the coolant inside the coolant 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 COLD FILL line add a 50 50 mixture of clean dri...

Page 359: ...oling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool Warning Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous Plain water and other liquids can boil before the proper coolant mixture will The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning The en...

Page 360: ...ill the surge tank top chamber with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to the bottom of the fill neck The top chamber needs to be completely full Fill the surge tank bottom chamber through the service port to approximately half 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off and the surge tank service port cap open start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting ...

Page 361: ...to warn of the engine overheating If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears get service help right away 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 fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it is not do not continue to run the engine Have the vehicle s...

Page 362: ...gh speed driving Idles for long periods in traffic If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam 1 Turn the air conditioning off 2 Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed Open the windows as necessary 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 overheat warning no longer displays the vehicl...

Page 363: ...inst freezing Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for reservoir location Caution Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in the windshield washer 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 da...

Page 364: ...ying the brake pedal firmly Warning The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to a crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Caution Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightl...

Page 365: ...with top quality brake parts When parts of the braking system are replaced be sure to get new approved replacement parts If this is not done the brakes might not work properly For example installing disc brake pads that are wrong for the vehicle can change the balance between the front and rear brakes for the worse The braking performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replace...

Page 366: ...h You or others could be burned and the vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Checking Brake Fluid The brake fluid can be checked without taking off the cap by looking at the brake fluid reservoir The fluid level should be above MIN If it is not have the brake hydraulic system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake ...

Page 367: ...ral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid Continued Caution Continued If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the vehicle If you do wash it off immediatel...

Page 368: ...ions carefully when working around a battery Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds which can cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling After a power loss such as disconnecting the battery or removing the maxi fuses in the power distribution fuse block the following steps must be performed to calibrate the electronic throttle control If t...

Page 369: ...the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in P Park or N Neutral If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check Warning W...

Page 370: ...p hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift t...

Page 371: ...r blade is installed could damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield 5 Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper blade replacement Windshield Replacement The windshield is part of the HUD system If the vehicle has to have the windshield replaced get one that is designed for HUD or the HUD image may look out ...

Page 372: ... Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package 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 ...

Page 373: ...l the bulb socket by turning clockwise License Plate Lamp Lamp Assembly Bulb Assembly 1 Bulb Socket 2 Bulb 3 Lamp Assembly To replace one of these bulbs 1 Push the lamp assembly 3 toward the center of the vehicle 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 repl...

Page 374: ... the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems Fuses and circuit breakers protect power devices in the vehicle Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced the same amperage fuse can be borr...

Page 375: ...by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems To check a fuse look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fus...

Page 376: ...illac ATS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 6335741 2014 CRC 5 20 13 10 36 Vehicle Care Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component ...

Page 377: ...ed 12 Not Used Number Usage 13 Passenger Power Seat 14 Body Control Module 5 15 Passive Entry Passive Start 16 Not Used 17 Headlamp Washer 18 Not Used 19 Antilock Brake System Pump 20 Antilock Brake System Valve 21 AIR Pump 22 Not Used Number Usage 23 Wiper Control Relay 24 Wiper Speed Relay 25 Engine Control Module Relay 26 AIR Pump Relay 27 Spare Heated Seat 2 28 Body Control Module 1 Spare 29 A...

Page 378: ...s Spare 40 Engine Control Module 41 Fuel Heater Number Usage 42 AIR Solenoid Relay 43 Washer 44 Rear Washer Relay 45 Front Washer Relay 46 Not Used 47 Instrument Panel Body Ignition 48 Fuel System Control Module Ignition 49 Heated Steering Wheel 50 Steering Column Lock 51 Coolant Pump Number Usage 52 Coolant Pump Relay 53 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch 54 AIR Solenoid 55 Transmission Control M...

Page 379: ...sity Discharge Headlamp 66 Headlamp High Left Right 67 Horn Number Usage 68 Horn Relay 69 Cooling Fan 70 Aero Shutter 71 Transmission Control Module Ignition 72 Engine Control Module Ignition 73 Brake Vacuum Pump 74 Not Used Optional Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is in the end of the driver side of the instrument panel To access the fuses remove the end panel by gentl...

Page 380: ...40 Vehicle Care To install the end cover insert the tabs on the back of the cover into the slots in the instrument panel at the points shown Align the clips with the slots in the instrument panel and press the cover into place The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown ...

Page 381: ...ering Column 8 Spare 9 Spare 10 Shunt 11 Spare 12 Spare 13 Spare Mini Fuses Usage 14 Spare 15 Spare 16 Spare 16 Spare 17 Spare 18 Spare 19 Spare 20 Spare 21 Spare 22 Sensing Diagnostic Module Automatic Occupant Sensing 23 Radio DVD Heater Ventilation and Air Conditioning Mini Fuses Usage 24 Display 25 Heated Steering Wheel 26 Spare 27 Switches 28 Spare 29 Spare 30 Spare J Case Fuses Usage 31 Spare...

Page 382: ...etained Accessory Power Accessory Power Outlet Power CB7 Spare Relays Usage K10 Retained Accessory Power Accessory K605 Logistics K644 Spare Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is behind a cover on the driver side of the rear compartment The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown ...

Page 383: ...g MidEast 6335741 2014 CRC 5 20 13 Vehicle Care 10 43 Number Usage 1 Not Used 2 Left Window 3 Body Control Module 8 4 A C Inverter 5 Passive Entry Passive Start Battery 1 6 Body Control Module 4 7 Heated Mirrors 8 Amplifier 9 Rear Window Defogger 10 Not Used ...

Page 384: ...ow Defogger Relay 21 Mirror Window Module Number Usage 22 Not Used 23 Canister Vent 24 Body Control Module 2 25 Rear Vision Camera 26 Not Used 27 SBZA LDW EOCM 28 Trailer Sunshade 29 Not Used 30 Semi Active Damping System 31 Transfer Case Control Module 32 Theft Module Universal Garage Door Opener Rain Sensor Number Usage 33 UPA 34 Radio DVD 35 Not Used 36 Trailer 37 Fuel Pump Fuel System Control ...

Page 385: ...rding the tire warranty and where to get service For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer Warning Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Continued Warning Continued Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 14 Underinflated tires pose the same danger ...

Page 386: ...ire service center should repair replace dismount and mount the tires Do not spin the tires in excess of 56 km h 35 mph on slippery surfaces such as snow mud ice etc Excessive spinning may cause the tires to explode See Tire Pressure for High Speed Operation on page 10 51 for inflation pressure adjustment for high speed driving All Season Tires This vehicle may come with all season tires These tir...

Page 387: ...ility and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires on page 10 61 With winter tires there may be decreased dry road traction increased road noise and shorter tread life After changing to winter tires be alert for changes in vehicle handling and braking If using winter tires Use tires of the same brand and tread type on all four wheel positions Use only radial ply tires of the same size load ...

Page 388: ...amage To prevent permanent damage keep speed below 80 km h 50 mph With a light load the vehicle can be driven up to 100 km 60 mi with a moderate load 80 km 50 mi and a heavy load 45 km 25 mi As soon as possible contact the nearest authorized GM or run flat servicing facility for inspection and repair or replacement When driving on a deflated run flat tire avoid potholes and other road hazards that...

Page 389: ...igh performance summer tires These tires have a special tread and compound that are optimized for maximum dry and wet road performance This special tread and compound will decrease performance in cold climates and on ice and snow We recommend installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving in cold temperatures or on snow or ice covered roads is expected See Winter Tires on page 10 47 Ti...

Page 390: ...support the vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight the vehicle can carry and an example of the Tire and Loading Information label see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 14 How the vehicle is loaded affects vehicle handling and ride comfort Never load the vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry When to Check Check the tires once a mon...

Page 391: ...moisture and prevent leaks Tire Pressure for High Speed Operation Warning Driving at high speeds 160 km h 100 mph or higher puts an additional strain on tires Sustained high speed driving causes excessive heat buildup and can cause sudden tire failure You could have a crash and you or others could be killed Some high speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for Continued Warning Con...

Page 392: ...the system The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s 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 manuf...

Page 393: ...with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When ...

Page 394: ...imits on page 9 14 A message to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the Driver Information Center DIC The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays s...

Page 395: ...noperable When the system detects a malfunction the low tire warning light flashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle A DIC warning message also displays The malfunction light and DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected Some of the conditions that can cause these to come on are One of the road tires has been repl...

Page 396: ...comes on and stays on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire wheel position after rotating the vehicle s tires or replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors The TPMS sensor matching process should also be performed after replacing a spare tire with a road tire containing the TPMS sensor The malfunction...

Page 397: ... 6 Start with the driver side front tire 7 Place the relearn tool against the tire sidewall near the valve stem Then press the button to activate the TPMS sensor A horn chirp confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and wheel position 8 Proceed to the passenger side front tire and repeat the procedure in Step 7 9 Proceed to the passenger side rear tire and repeat ...

Page 398: ...f the damage Tire Rotation If the vehicle has non directional tires they should be rotated at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Schedule See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 Tires are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for all tires The first rotation is the most important Anytime unusual wear is noticed rotate the tires as soon as possible check for proper tire inflation pressure and che...

Page 399: ...size installed on all four wheel positions If the vehicle has a compact spare tire do not include it in the tire rotation Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated See Tire Pressure on page 10 49 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 14 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monito...

Page 400: ...e brush later to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build up Do not get grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the wheel nuts or bolts When It Is Time for New Tires Factors such as maintenance temperatures driving speeds vehicle loading and road conditions affect the ...

Page 401: ... the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on a parked vehicle Park a vehicle that will be stored for at least a month in a cool dry clean area away from direct sunlight to slow aging This area should be free of grease gasoline or other substances that can deteriorate rubber Parking for an extended period can cau...

Page 402: ...ormance of the vehicle Braking and handling performance may be adversely affected if all the tires are not replaced at the same time If proper rotation and maintenance have been done all four tires should wear out at about the same time See Tire Rotation on page 10 58 for information on proper tire rotation However if it is necessary to replace only one axle set of worn tires place the new tires o...

Page 403: ... on all four wheels Warning Using bias ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly and cause a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle If the vehicle tires must be replaced with a tire that does not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating...

Page 404: ...lected 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 61 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10 2 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire ...

Page 405: ...e one it replaces Replace wheels wheel bolts wheel nuts or Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors with new GM original equipment parts Warning Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of the vehicle Tires can lose air and cause loss of control causing a crash Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for...

Page 406: ...rque specification Used Replacement Wheels Warning Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown It could fail suddenly and cause a crash When replacing wheels use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains Warning If the vehicle has 225 40R18 225 40RF18 255 35RF18 225 35R19 or 255 30R19 size tires do not use tire chains There i...

Page 407: ...r axle Don t use chains on the tires of the front axle Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If the chains contact the vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage the vehicle If a Tire Goes Flat It is un...

Page 408: ...ace to store a tire If the vehicle has run flat tires there is no need to stop on the side of the road to change a flat tire See Run Flat Tires on page 10 47 Warning Special tools and procedures are required to service a run flat tire If these special tools and procedures are not used injury or vehicle damage may occur Always be sure the proper tools and procedures as described in the service manu...

Page 409: ...gh electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you Caution Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Good Battery Positive Post 2 Good Battery Negative Post 3 Discharg...

Page 410: ...ot have a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting 2 Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching 3 Set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in P Park with an automatic transmission or Neutral with a manual transmission See Shifting Into Park on page 9 25 with an a...

Page 411: ... vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you do not explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately Warning Fans or other moving engine p...

Page 412: ...occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumper cables Towing the Vehicle Caution Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage The damage would n...

Page 413: ... the tow eye into the socket by turning it clockwise until it stops When the tow eye is removed reinstall the cover with the notch in the original position To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motor home see Recreational Vehicle Towing in this section Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehi...

Page 414: ...ust as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed Dinghy Towing Caution If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the g...

Page 415: ...anual on page 9 35 or Parking Brake Electric on page 9 36 4 Put the vehicle in P Park 5 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the dolly 6 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 7 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Appearance Care Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory Use a de icing agent only when absolutely necessary and ...

Page 416: ...2 in to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can result in damage or removal of paint and decals The e symbol is on any underhood compartment electrical center that should not be power washed This could cause damage that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If using an automatic car wash follow the car wash instructions The windshield wiper and rear...

Page 417: ...one to remove residue from the paint finish See your dealer for approved cleaning products Do not apply waxes or polishes to uncoated plastic vinyl rubber decals simulated wood or flat paint as damage can occur Caution Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint ...

Page 418: ... Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps lenses and emblems Follow instructions under Washing the Vehicle previously in this section Lamp covers are made of plastic and some have a UV protective coating Use only lukewarm water a soft cloth and mild car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Do not clean or wipe them while they are dry Do...

Page 419: ...amaged Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions sand salt heat sun snow and ice Weatherstrips Apply Dielectric silicone grease on weatherstrips to make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Lubricate weatherstrips at least once a year Hot dry climates may require more frequent application Black marks from rubber material on painted surfaces can be removed by rubbing with a c...

Page 420: ...e a 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 the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear If equipped inspect the hydra...

Page 421: ...r chips and scratches with touch up materials available from your dealer to avoid corrosion Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Chemical Paint Spotting Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted vehicle surfaces causing blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface See Finish Care previously...

Page 422: ... the following cleaners or techniques Never use a razor or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface Never use a brush with stiff bristles Never rub any surface aggressively or with excessive pressure Do not use laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers For liquid cleaners use approximately 20 drops per 3 8 L 1 gal of water A concentrated soap solution will le...

Page 423: ...he floor carpet Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques Gently blot liquids with a paper towel Continue blotting until no more soil can be removed For solid soils remove as much as possible prior to vacuuming To clean 1 Saturate a clean lint free colorfast cloth with water Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fa...

Page 424: ...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 before next use Caution Do not attach a device with a suction cup to the display This may cause damage and would not be covered by the wa...

Page 425: ... of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or painted surface in the vehicle blot immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Damage caused by air fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Cargo Cover and Convenience Net Wash with warm water and mild detergent Do n...

Page 426: ...replacing it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a single floor mat on the driver side Do not place one floor ...

Page 427: ...re necessary to keep this vehicle in good working condition Damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by the vehicle warranty As the vehicle owner you are responsible for the scheduled maintenance in this section We recommend having your dealer perform these services Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition improves fuel eco...

Page 428: ... Your Own Service Work on page 10 3 At your dealer you can be certain that you will receive the highest level of service available Your dealer has specially trained service technicians uses genuine replacement parts as well as up to date tools and equipment to ensure fast and accurate diagnostics The proper replacement parts fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubrica...

Page 429: ...erform this work and reset the system If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally service the vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 miles since the last service Reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 11 Every Engine Oil Change Change engine oil and filter Reset oil life system See Engine Oil on page 10 8 and Engine Oil Life System on page 10 11 ...

Page 430: ... and suspension inspection Visual inspection for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear Body hinges and latches key lock cylinders folding seat hardware and sunroof if equipped lubrication See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 7 More frequent lubrication may be required when the vehicle is exposed to a corrosive environment Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean...

Page 431: ... page 10 29 See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check on page 10 30 Accelerator pedal check for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Underbody flushing service Hood Trunk Support Gas Strut Service Visually inspect gas strut if equipped for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the gas strut Contact your dealer if service is required First Service After Ever...

Page 432: ...er Every 160 000 km 100 000 Miles Automatic transmission fluid change See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 13 Spark plug replacement and spark plug wire inspection An Emission Control Service First Service After Every 240 000 km 150 000 Miles Engine cooling system drain and refill or every five years whichever occurs first See Cooling System on page 10 15 An Emission Control Service Engine ...

Page 433: ...ecification of the proper SAE viscosity grade ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended See Engine Oil on page 10 8 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 16 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection r...

Page 434: ...t GM Part No 12377985 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 89021668 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlu...

Page 435: ...ecification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 20857930 A3178C Engine Oil Filter 2 5L L4 Engine 12640445 PF64 3 6L V6 Engine 25177917 PF2129 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13356916 CF185 Spark Plugs 2 5L L4 Engine 12627160 41 115 3 6L V6 Engine 12622561 41 109 Wiper Blades Driver Side 55 cm 21 7 in 22905714 Passenger Side 45 cm 17 7...

Page 436: ...vice 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 437: ...Black plate 11 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 6335741 2014 CRC 5 20 13 Service and Maintenance 11 11 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed ...

Page 438: ...Black plate 12 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 6335741 2014 CRC 5 20 13 11 12 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed ...

Page 439: ... Label 12 2 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications 12 3 Engine Drive Belt Routing 12 6 Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel on the left side of the vehicle It can be seen through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title...

Page 440: ...specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 3 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label This label on the load floor under the spare tire cover in the trunk has the following information Vehicle Identification Number VIN Model designation Paint information Production options and special equipment Do not remove...

Page 441: ...e Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 7 for more information Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System Engine 2 5L L4 Engine 6 6 L 7 0 qt 3 6LV6 Engine 10 2 L 10 8 qt Engine Oil with Filter 2 5L L4 Engine 4...

Page 442: ...ies are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Horsepower Torque Spark Plug Gap 2 5L L4 Engine A 151 kW 6300 rpm 202 hp 6300 rpm 258 Y 4400 rpm 190 ft lb 4400 rpm 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 043 in 3 6LV6 3 239 kW 6800 rpm 321 hp 6800 rpm 372 Y 4800 rpm 274 ft lb 4800 rpm 0 95 1...

Page 443: ... 5 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 6335741 2014 CRC 5 20 13 Technical Data 12 5 Vehicle Top Speed Vehicle Top Speed Metric English 2 5L L4 Engine 240 km h 149 mph 3 6LV6 Engine 240 km h 149 mph ...

Page 444: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 6335741 2014 CRC 5 20 13 12 6 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 5L L4 Engine 3 6L V6 Engine ...

Page 445: ...al language of the licenses is English and these are provided below Translations are also provided below for reference 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 fee is hereby granted provided that the above copyright notice and this permi...

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Page 450: ...or the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy them in a crash and if equipped 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 ...

Page 451: ...ender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that h...

Page 452: ...inment manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions Radio Frequency Identification RFID RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in vehicle transmitters for gara...

Page 453: ... Air Vents 8 12 Airbag System Check 3 40 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 30 Passenger Sensing System 3 32 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 29 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 30 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 28 Where Are the Airbags 3 26 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 39 Passenger Status Indicator 5 17 Readiness Light 5 16 Airbags cont d Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 38...

Page 454: ...ng Battery Saver 6 10 Jump Starting 10 68 Power Protection 6 10 Voltage and Charging Messages 5 39 Blade Replacement Wiper 10 30 Bluetooth Overview 7 22 7 24 7 29 Brake System Warning Light 5 21 Brakes 10 24 Antilock 9 33 Assist 9 38 Fluid 10 25 Parking 9 35 9 36 System Messages 5 40 Braking 9 4 Braking System Active Emergency 1 22 Break In New Vehicle 9 19 Bulb Replacement 10 34 Back up Lamps 10 ...

Page 455: ...e 10 81 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic 8 1 8 6 Clock 5 7 Cluster Instrument 5 10 Compartments Storage 4 1 Compass Messages 5 40 Control Traction and Electronic Stability 9 39 Control of a Vehicle 9 4 Convex Mirrors 2 22 Coolant Engine 10 16 Engine Temperature Gauge 5 14 Engine Temperature Warning Light 5 26 Cooling System 10 15 Engine Messages 5 42 Courtesy Lamps 6 8 Cruise Control 9 43 Li...

Page 456: ...6 Driving cont d Vehicle Load Limits 9 14 Wet Roads 9 9 Winter 9 11 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 8 1 8 6 E Electrical Equipment Add On 9 86 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block 10 35 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 10 35 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 10 39 Overload 10 34 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 10 42 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 10 13 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 5 18 Compartm...

Page 457: ...Automatic Transmission 10 13 Brakes 10 25 Washer 10 23 Folding Mirrors 2 23 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 9 65 Front Seats Heated 3 10 Fuel 9 76 Additives 9 77 Economy Driving 1 25 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 9 79 Filling the Tank 9 77 Gauge 5 13 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 28 Recommended 9 76 System Messages 5 44 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 10 35 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 10 35 I...

Page 458: ...gh Beam On Light 5 29 High Low Beam Changer 6 4 Lamps On Reminder 5 30 Heated Steering Wheel 5 4 Heated Front Seats 3 10 Heated Mirrors 2 23 High Beam On Light 5 29 High Speed Operation 10 51 Highway Hypnosis 9 10 Hill and Mountain Roads 9 10 Hill Start Assist HSA 9 38 Home Page 7 5 Hood 10 4 Horn 5 4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 3 15 I Ignition Positions 9 20 Indicator Vehicle Ahead 5 24 Inf...

Page 459: ... Warning Light 5 24 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 16 LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash 3 57 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 3 50 LED Lighting 10 32 Libcurl and Unzip Acknowledgements 13 1 Light Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL Light 5 29 Parking Brake 5 22 Lighting Adaptive Forward 6 6 Entry 6 9 Exit 6 9 Illumination Control 6 8 LED 10 32 Lights Airbag Readiness 5 16 Antilock Brake System...

Page 460: ...9 6 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 28 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 3 50 Lumbar Adjustment 3 5 Front Seats 3 5 M Maintenance Records 11 10 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 7 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 18 Manual Mode 9 31 Memory Features 1 9 Memory Seats 3 7 Messages Airbag System 5 49 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 39 Brake System 5 40 Compass 5 40 Door A...

Page 461: ...ti band Antenna 7 12 N New Vehicle Break In 9 19 O Object Detection System Messages 5 45 Odometer 5 12 Trip 5 12 Off Road Recovery 9 6 Oil Engine 10 8 Engine Oil Life System 10 11 Messages 5 43 Pressure Light 5 27 Older Children Restraints 3 41 Outlets Power 5 8 Overheating Engine 10 21 Overview Infotainment System 7 3 P Park Shifting Into 9 25 Shifting Out of 9 26 Parking Brake 9 35 9 36 Brake an...

Page 462: ...ency Identification RFID 13 8 R Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 8 Radios AM FM Radio 7 8 Reception 7 11 Reading Lamps 6 9 Rear Axle Limited Slip 9 43 Rear Seat Pass Through Door 3 13 Rear Seats 3 11 Rearview Mirrors Automatic Dimming 2 23 Reclining Seatbacks 3 6 Recommended Fuel 9 76 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 7 Records Maintenance 11 10 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 73 Remote Ke...

Page 463: ...roperly 3 15 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 16 Reminders 5 15 Replacing after a Crash 3 22 Use During Pregnancy 3 21 Safety Locks 2 16 Safety System Check 3 22 SD Card Reader 7 20 Seats Head Restraints 3 2 Heated Front 3 10 Lumbar Adjustment Front 3 5 Memory 3 7 Power Adjustment Front 3 4 Rear 3 11 Reclining Seatbacks 3 6 Securing Child Restraints 3 57 3 59 Security Light 5 28 Messages 5 49 Vehicle 2 19 Vehi...

Page 464: ...hicle Messages 5 50 Steering 9 4 Heated Wheel 5 4 Wheel Adjustment 5 2 Wheel Controls 5 3 Storage Areas Armrest 4 3 Glove Box 4 2 Instrument Panel 4 1 Roof Rack System 4 4 Storage Compartments 4 1 Stuck Vehicle 9 13 Sun Visors 2 27 Sunroof 2 27 Symbols iv System Active Emergency Braking 9 68 Forward Collision Alert FCA 9 65 System cont d Infotainment 13 8 7 1 Roof Rack 4 4 Systems Driver Assistanc...

Page 465: ...72 Track Events and Competitive Driving 9 7 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 25 Limited Slip Rear Axle 9 43 Off Light 5 25 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 9 39 Trailer Towing 9 84 9 85 Transmission Automatic 9 28 Fluid Automatic 10 13 Messages 5 51 Trip Odometer 5 12 Trunk 2 16 Turn and Lane Change Signals 6 7 U Updates Software 7 8 USB Port 7 16 Using This Manual iii ...

Page 466: ...9 73 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 9 Warnings iii Cautions and Danger iii Hazard Flashers 6 7 Washer Fluid 10 23 Messages 5 52 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 64 Different Size 10 64 Replacement 10 65 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 60 Where to Put the Restraint 3 48 Windows 2 24 Power 2 24 Windshield Replacement 10 31 Wiper Washer 5 4 Winter Driving 9 11 Winter Tires 10 47 Wiper Bl...

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