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

9956102) - 2017 - crc - 5/11/16

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

377

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Usage

Fluid/Lubricant

Automatic Transmission

DEXRON

-HP Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19300536, in

Canada 19300537).

Chassis Lubrication

Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Engine Coolant

50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL

Coolant. See

Engine Coolant

301

Engine Oil

Engine oil meeting the dexos1

™

specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.

ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See

Engine Oil

293

Electronic Limited-Slip Differential

(eLSD) Clutch System Lubricant

(V-Series Only)

DEXRON

-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch,
Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl

Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674) or
lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Hydraulic Brake/Clutch System

DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in Canada 19299819).

Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door

Hinges

Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).

Manual Transmission (Except ATS-V)

DEXRON

-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Manual Transmission (ATS-V)

Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 88861800, in Canada 88861801).

Summary of Contents for ATS 2017

Page 1: ...ATS ATS V Owner s Manual 2017 ATS ATS V 23228871 A C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 2k17_Cadillac_ATS_23228871A ai 1 5 10 2016 12 27 36 PM ...

Page 2: ...rief 5 Keys Doors and Windows 30 Seats and Restraints 53 Storage 101 Instruments and Controls 104 Lighting 158 Infotainment System 166 Climate Controls 197 Driving and Operating 207 Vehicle Care 282 Service and Maintenance 366 Technical Data 381 Customer Information 386 Reporting Safety Defects 395 OnStar 398 Index 408 ...

Page 3: ... country specifications features applications that may not be available in your region or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helminc com or from...

Page 4: ... symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M Shown when the owner manual has additional instructions or information Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information 0 Shown when there is more information on another page see page Vehicle Symbol Char...

Page 5: ... 4 INTRODUCTION 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Heated Steering Wheel j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure O Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d Traction Control StabiliTrak a Under Pressure M Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 6: ...ls 19 Transmission 20 Vehicle Features Infotainment System 20 Radio s 20 Satellite Radio 21 Portable Audio Devices 21 Bluetooth 21 Steering Wheel Controls 22 Cruise Control 22 Driver Information Center DIC 23 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 23 Forward Automatic Braking FAB 23 Lane Keep Assist LKA 24 Lane Change Alert LCA 24 Rear Vision Camera RVC 24 Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA System 24 Parki...

Page 7: ...Cadillac ATS ATS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956102 2017 crc 5 11 16 6 IN BRIEF Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...

Page 8: ...tem Uplevel 0 200 11 Hazard Warning Flashers 0 161 12 Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 62 If Equipped 13 Instrument Panel Storage 0 101 If Equipped Wireless Charging Pad If Equipped Out of View See Wireless Charging 0 111 14 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 241 ATS Stop Start Disable Switch If Equipped See Starting the Engine 0 224 Electric Parking Brake If Equipped Manual Transm...

Page 9: ...o shut off the engine and help conserve fuel When the brakes are applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop the engine may turn off When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pushed the engine will restart See Starting the Engine 0 224 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System The Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter may be used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m 197 ft away f...

Page 10: ...and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the vehicle on and then off See Remote Vehicle Start 0 37 Door Locks To lock or unlock a door manually From the outside if the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Access press the button on the door handle when the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is within range See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 31 U...

Page 11: ...ration 0 31 and Trunk 0 43 Windows Sedan Shown Coupe Similar 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 0 226 Press or pull the switch to open or close the window See Power Windows 0 49 Seat Adjustment Power Seats High Performance Seat Shown Others Similar To adjust the seat Move ...

Page 12: ...cted feature Press Rearward 3 to make rearward adjustments of the selected feature Press Down 4 to make downward adjustments of the selected feature Press Forward 5 to make forward adjustments of the selected feature See Power Seat Adjustment 0 56 Reclining Seatbacks Base Seat To adjust the seatback Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise High P...

Page 13: ...ck Bolster Adjustment If equipped to increase or decrease the back bolster support press and hold the recliner control up and down See Lumbar Adjustment 0 58 Four Way Lumbar Support To adjust lumbar support if equipped High Performance Seat Press and release or hold Feature Select 1 to scroll to lumbar support on the center stack Press Forward 5 or Rearward 3 to adjust lumbar forward or rearward P...

Page 14: ...Press and release or hold Feature Select 1 to scroll to back bolster support on the center stack Press Forward 5 or Rearward 3 to adjust back bolster support inward or outward Memory Features 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 outside mirrors and power tilt and telescoping steering column if equipped Automatic ...

Page 15: ...e is on this feature will automatically activate the heated or ventilated seats at the level required by the vehicle s interior temperature The active high medium low or off heated or ventilated seat level will be indicated by the manual heated or ventilated seat buttons on the center stack Use the manual heated or ventilated seat buttons on the center stack to turn auto heated or ventilated seats...

Page 16: ... 67 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 90 Passenger Sensing System United States Canada and Mexico The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System 0 78 The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead...

Page 17: ...l automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 49 Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Power Ti...

Page 18: ...en a door is open DOOR The lamp comes on when a door is opened ON Turns the lamp on Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps These lamps come on when any door is opened The front reading lamps are in the overhead console Press m or n to turn the lamps on or off Sedan The rear reading lamps are over the rear passenger doors Press the lamp lens to turn the rear passenger reading lamps on...

Page 19: ...ncluding all lamps except the headlamps 5 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 158 and Daytime Running Lamps DRL 0 160 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 Use this setting for intermittent wipes or...

Page 20: ... n L Pull the lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers See Windshield Wiper Washer 0 107 Climate Controls If equipped with one 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 Pa...

Page 21: ...r to a manual transmission DSC can be enabled through the shift lever or the tap shift controls on the back of the steering wheel if equipped See Manual Mode 0 233 Vehicle Features Infotainment System Base radio information is included in this manual See the infotainment manual for information on other available infotainment systems Read the following pages to become familiar with these features R...

Page 22: ...st to coast and in digital quality sound A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service For more information refer to www siriusxm com or call 1 888 601 6296 U S www siriusxm ca or call 1 877 438 9677 Canada See Satellite Radio 0 174 Portable Audio Devices This vehicle has a 3 5 mm 1 8 in auxiliary input and a USB port in the center console under the armrest and if equipped one USB port in the ...

Page 23: ...or next area in the display or to the previous or next menu y or z Press the five way control up or down to go up or down in a list Press to go up or down a page SEL Press to select a highlighted menu item C or B Press or press and hold to go to the next or previous favorite or seek a station when listening to the radio Press or press and hold to go to the next or previous track when listening to ...

Page 24: ...It shows the status 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 0 129 Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped FCA may help avo...

Page 25: ... warning display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on The Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA system is included as part of the LCA system See Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 0 268 and Lane Change Alert LCA 0 268 Rear Vision Camera RVC If equipped RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on the infotainment display when the vehicle is shifted i...

Page 26: ...yer The vehicle has two accessory power outlets Inside the instrument panel storage area 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 0 110 Universal Remote System If equipped this system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door ope...

Page 27: ...s 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 ATS or the steering wheel ATS V i illuminates in the instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message displays See Ride Control System Messages 0 142 Press and release g...

Page 28: ... 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 0 332 Fuel LTG 2 0L L4 Turbo Engine Premium Recommended Fuel Use premium 93 octane unleaded gasoline in your vehicle Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating as low as 87 may be used but it will reduce performance and fuel economy...

Page 29: ...ON message and reset the oil life at 100 Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change The oil life system can also be reset as follows 1 Turn the ignition on with the engine off 2 Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL ...

Page 30: ...102 2017 crc 5 11 16 IN BRIEF 29 Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Roadside Service U S 1 800 224 1400 Canada 1 800 882 1112 TTY Users U S Only 1 888 889 2438 New Cadillac owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service Program See Roadside Service 0 389 ...

Page 31: ...rs Convex Mirrors 47 Power Mirrors 48 Folding Mirrors 48 Heated Mirrors 48 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 48 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 49 Manual Rearview Mirror 49 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 49 Windows Windows 49 Power Windows 49 Sun Visors 51 Roof Sunroof 52 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is dangerous and childre...

Page 32: ...ely unlock the vehicle See OnStar Overview 0 398 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 395 If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry 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 sec...

Page 33: ... vehicle The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking See Vehicle Personalization 0 147 Pressing K will disarm the alarm system See Vehicle Alarm System 0 45 Press and hold K until the windows fully open Windows will not operate unless remote window operation is enabled See Vehicle Personalization 0 147 If equipped pressing K will also unlock the fuel door If equipped press and relea...

Page 34: ...cle door has opened and all doors are now closed Keyless Unlocking Locking from the Passenger Doors When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft of the door handle pressing the lock 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 unloc...

Page 35: ...osed the vehicle will check for RKE transmitter s inside If an RKE transmitter is not detected the DIC will display NO REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp three times This occurs only once each time the vehicle is driven See Vehicle Personalization 0 147 Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replac...

Page 36: ...able follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters This feature is not available in Canada This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete The vehicle must be off and all transmitters to be programmed must be with you 1 Remove the vehicle key from the transmitter 2 Remove the key lock cylinder cap See Door Locks 0 39 Insert the vehicle key into the key lock cylinder on th...

Page 37: ... repeat Steps 5 7 When all additional transmitters are programmed press and hold ENGINE START STOP for approximately 12 seconds to exit programming mode 8 Return the vehicle key back into the transmitter Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal the DIC may display a message when you try to start the vehicle S...

Page 38: ...1 Press the button on the side of the transmitter near the bottom and pull the key out 2 Separate the two halves of the transmitter using a flat tool inserted into the bottom center of the transmitter Do not use the key slot 3 Remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 4 Insert the new battery on the back housing positive side facing down Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 5 Align t...

Page 39: ... Remote Start 1 Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter 2 Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash This confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received During the remote start the doors will be locked and the parking lamps will remain on as long as the engine is running The engine will shut off after 10 minutes unless a time ex...

Page 40: ... 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 Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Outsiders can easily enter ...

Page 41: ...locking 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 0 31 Key Cylinder Access To access the key cylinder 1 Pull the door handle to the open position 2 Insert the key into the slot on the bottom of the cap and pry outward 3 Move the cap rearward and remove To replace the cap Pull th...

Page 42: ...ly Delayed locking can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC See Vehicle Personalization 0 147 Automatic Door Locks The vehicle is programmed so that when the doors are closed the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved out of P Park for automatic transmissions or the vehicle speed is above 13 km h 8 mph for manual transmissions the doors will lock To unlock the doors Press a...

Page 43: ...ff the Delayed Door Lock menu will be available This feature can also be programmed See Vehicle Personalization 0 147 Safety Locks Sedan Only The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle Press v to activate the safety locks on the rear doors The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated The rear door power windows are also dis...

Page 44: ...a setting that brings in only outside air and Continued Warning Continued set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control Systems in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function See Engine Exhaust 0 230 Trunk Lock Release Sedan Shown Coupe Similar To open the trunk the vehicle must be off or the shift lever must be in P Park Press on t...

Page 45: ...the trunk To access by folding the rear seat if equipped 1 Fold down the rear seatback See Rear Seats 0 63 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...

Page 46: ...lowly flash indicating the alarm system is operating Pressing Q on the RKE transmitter a second time will bypass the 30 second delay and immediately arm the alarm system The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key If the driver door is opened without first unlocking with the RKE transmitter the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre alarm If the ve...

Page 47: ...an audible alarm which is distinct from the vehicle s horn It has its own power source and can sound an alarm if the vehicle s battery is compromised The inclination sensor can set off the alarm if it senses movement of the vehicle such as a change in vehicle orientation Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement 0 395 Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive theft deterrent system The syst...

Page 48: ...r vehicle needs service If the ignition does change modes the first transmitter may be faulty See your dealer It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement RKE transmitters Up to eight transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle To program additional transmitters see Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 31 Do not leave...

Page 49: ...e indicator will flash when a turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are used Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Heated Mirrors K Press to heat the mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control S...

Page 50: ...mes on when the vehicle is started Windows Warning Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance This may result in a pulsing sound when either rea...

Page 51: ...ght is on when engaged This also activates the rear door safety locks which disables the rear power door locks See Safety Locks Sedan Only 0 42 Press v again to disengage A door may remain locked if that door handle is pulled at the same time the safety lock is disengaged Release the door handle then press v twice Window Express Movement Express down up allows the windows to be opened or closed wi...

Page 52: ... 2 Place the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN 3 Partially open the window to be programmed then close it and continue to pull the switch briefly after the window has fully closed 4 Press the power window switch until the window is fully open and briefly hold Window Indexing Coupe Only If the window freezes to the door push the top of the window inward while opening the door Clear all snow and i...

Page 53: ... sunroof The sunshade must be manually opened Press and hold g 2 to close the sunroof vent Automatic Reversal System The sunroof is equipped with an automatic reversal system that is only active when the sunroof is being operated in express close mode If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is express closing the reversal system will detect the object and stop In the event of closing d...

Page 54: ...are 71 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 71 Airbag System Airbag System 72 Where Are the Airbags 73 When Should an Airbag Inflate 75 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 76 How Does an Airbag Restrain 76 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 76 Passenger Sensing System 78 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 82 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 82 Airbag System Check 83 ...

Page 55: ...ry in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly If equipped with base seats 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 If equipped the vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the ...

Page 56: ... seating positions The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the 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 outb...

Page 57: ...person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked Power Seat Adjustment High Performance Seat Shown Others Similar To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down If equipped raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of...

Page 58: ...lected feature Press Forward 5 to make forward adjustments of the selected feature Four Way Lumbar Support To adjust lumbar support for a base seat see Lumbar Adjustment 0 58 To adjust lumbar support for high performance seats if equipped High Performance Seat Press and release or hold Feature Select 1 to scroll to lumbar support on the center stack Press Forward 5 or Rearward 3 to adjust lumbar f...

Page 59: ...o scroll to back bolster on the center stack Press Forward 5 or Rearward 3 to adjust back bolster inward or outward Lumbar Adjustment Base Seat To adjust the lumbar and bolster support Press and hold the control forward or rearward to adjust lumbar support forward or rearward Back Bolster Adjustment If equipped to increase or decrease the back bolster support press and hold the recliner control up...

Page 60: ...ever Then pull or push on the support to lengthen or shorten Release the lever to lock in place Reclining Seatbacks High Performance Seat To adjust the seatback Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise Base Seat To adjust the seatback Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise ...

Page 61: ...ehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving Memory Seats If equipped the 1 2 SET and B Exit buttons on the driver door are used to manually store and recall memory settings for the driver seat outside mirrors and power tilt and telescoping steering column if equipped Storing ...

Page 62: ...ling then store your positions to the other button or switch RKE transmitters with the other driver If the vehicle s driver has changed in some vehicles the Driver ID may be displayed for the first few ignition cycles Easy Exit Recall If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu the Easy Exit feature recalls the previously stored B Exit positions when leaving the vehicle See Storing Memory...

Page 63: ...utton 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 setting and one for the lowest If the front heated seats are on high the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes When this feature is off the heated and ventilated seat symbols on the buttons are white A ventilated seat h...

Page 64: ...n the ignition is turned on Press the heated or ventilated seat button to use the heated or ventilated seats after the vehicle is started The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights do not turn on during a remote start The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced This is normal The heated or ventilated seats may be enabled or disabled in the vehicle personalization menu See ...

Page 65: ...ck forward Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to fold the other seatback if desired Raising the Seatback Warning If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked Warning A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the p...

Page 66: ...ocked position Rear Seat Pass Through Door This vehicle may have a rear seat pass through door in the center of the rear seatback Fold down the center armrest and pull the latch to open the door Safety Belts This section describes how to use safety belts properly and some things not to do Warning Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly In a crash if you or your passenger...

Page 67: ...ring safety belts makes such good sense Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt A You could be whether you are wearing a safety belt or not Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safe...

Page 68: ...ries Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash Warning You can be seriously injured or even killed by not wearing your safety belt properly Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or...

Page 69: ...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 If the belt is not long e...

Page 70: ... The system also activates during emergency braking and or sudden driving maneuvers and releases when driving conditions return to normal The system turns off whenever Competitive Driving Mode is activated and will turn back on when Competitive Driving Mode is deactivated See Competitive Driving Mode FE4 Only 0 246 The system will not activate if the Traction Control Electronic Stability Control s...

Page 71: ...hroughout 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 around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not lo...

Page 72: ...ts in the system please see the dealer Parts may need to be replaced to ensure proper functionality of the system Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are...

Page 73: ...outboard passenger For knee airbags the word AIRBAG is on the lower part of the instrument panel For seat mounted side impact airbags the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback closest to the door For roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce...

Page 74: ...ective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor 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 Always secure children properly in the ...

Page 75: ...cks closest to the door The roof rail airbags for the driver front outboard passenger and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows Rear Seat Driver 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 ...

Page 76: ...her the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling It depends on what is hit the direction of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds depending on whether the vehicle hits an object straight on or at an angle and whether the object is fixed or moving rigid or deformable narrow or...

Page 77: ...o severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts by distributing the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s body Rollover capable roof rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows The rollover capable...

Page 78: ...ontrols for those features Warning A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle such as the fuel system brake and steering systems etc Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate crash there may be concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle Use caution if you should attempt to restart the engi...

Page 79: ...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 aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if t...

Page 80: ...t a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are active For some children including children in child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenge...

Page 81: ... 0 54 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 the child restraint in a rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front seat even if the on indicator is not lit If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult Sized Occupant If a person of adult size is sitti...

Page 82: ...ag Equipped Vehicle 0 82 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates A wet seat can affect the performance of the passenger sensing system Here is how The passenger sensing system may turn off the passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag when liquid is soaked into the seat If this happens the off indicator will be lit and the airbag readiness light on...

Page 83: ... 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 which includes sensors that are part of the passenger seat The...

Page 84: ...n the vehicle A damaged airbag system may not properly protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See your dealer for service If the airbag re...

Page 85: ...t a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips 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...

Page 86: ...iously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child s neck If the shoulder belt is locked a...

Page 87: ...eat as far back as it will go Child restraints are devices used to restrain seat or position children in the vehicle and are sometimes called child seats or car seats There are three basic types of child restraints Forward facing child restraints Rearward facing child restraints Belt positioning booster seats The proper child restraint for your child depends on their size weight and age and also o...

Page 88: ...ay 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 appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems Rear Facing Infant Seat A rear facing child restraint pro...

Page 89: ...lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 90 for more information Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both...

Page 90: ... if the front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secur...

Page 91: ...th the LATCH system this can be done as long as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap shoulder belt on the child Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or th...

Page 92: ...er anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the t...

Page 93: ... and the seat cushion To assist in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is on the cover The outboard lower anchors are behind the vertical openings in the seat trim Sedan Shown Coupe Similar The top tether anchors are behind the rear seat on the filler panel Open the covers to access the anchors Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating positio...

Page 94: ...re 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 Warning Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked The sho...

Page 95: ...nchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tig...

Page 96: ...he tether under the headrest or head restraint and around the headrest or head restraint posts 3 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Replacing LATCH System Parts Afte...

Page 97: ...ower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 90 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LATCH syste...

Page 98: ...retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use ...

Page 99: ...forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger airbag s no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though the airbag s are off ...

Page 100: ... 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 0 120 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 child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch pl...

Page 101: ...ctor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint 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 a...

Page 102: ...orage 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 Outlets 0 110 If equipped with storage behind the climate control system lift the bottom of the climate control system panel to open There is a USB port inside See USB Port 0 176 Keep...

Page 103: ...he front center console Rear Cupholders Pull the armrest down to access the rear cupholders Armrest Storage Pull the armrest down and lift the cover to access the storage area Center Console Storage Press the button and lift to access the storage area There is a USB port and an auxiliary jack inside See USB Port 0 176 and Auxiliary Jack 0 179 ...

Page 104: ... ATS ATS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956102 2017 crc 5 11 16 STORAGE 103 Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs The cargo tie downs can be used to secure small loads inside the trunk ...

Page 105: ... Light 124 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 124 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 125 Traction Off Light 125 StabiliTrak OFF Light 125 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 126 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 126 Tire Pressure Light 126 Engine Oil Pressure Light 127 Low Fuel Warning Light 127 Security Light 127 High Beam On Light 128 Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL Light 128 Lamps On Reminder 128 C...

Page 106: ...g Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Power Tilt and Telescoping Wheel If equipped the control is on the left side of the steering column Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down Push the cont...

Page 107: ...he previous or next area in the display or to the previous or next menu y or z Press the five way control up or down to go up or down in a list Press to go up or down a page SEL Press to select a highlighted menu option C or B Press or press and hold to go to the next or previous favorite or seek a station when listening to the radio Press or press and hold to go to the next or previous track when...

Page 108: ... down For several wipes hold the wiper lever down Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and windshield before using them If frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them Damaged blades should be replaced See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 311 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 with Rainsense disable...

Page 109: ...may occur depending on how long the windshield washer had been activated See Washer Fluid 0 305 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir Warning In freezing weather do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Headlamp Washer If equipped with headlamp washers they are located to the side ...

Page 110: ...e menu system See Home Page in the infotainment manual for information about how to use the menu system Setting the Clock Time To set the time 1 From the Home Page touch the SETTINGS screen button then touch Time and Date 2 Touch Set Time then touch or to increase or decrease hours or minutes and change AM or PM 3 Touch 12 24 Hr for a 12 or 24 hour clock 4 Touch Back to go back to the previous men...

Page 111: ... Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 226 Wait one minute to allow the circuit breaker to reset before reconnecting devices or turning RAP back on If the problem continues the issue could be within your device Try another known good device to make sure the circuit breaker is operating properly If this does not resolve your problem see your dealer It is possible to replace the factory power outlet with a...

Page 112: ...tem fault is not detected The power outlet is not designed for the following and may not work properly if this equipment is plugged in Equipment with high initial peak wattage such as compressor driven refrigerators and electric power tools Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply such as microcomputer controlled electric blankets touch sensor lamps etc Medical equipment Wireless...

Page 113: ... metallic object to cool before removing it from the charging pad to prevent burns To charge a mobile device 1 Open the climate control system panel 2 Remove all objects from the charging pad The system may not charge if there are any objects on the charging pad 3 Place the mobile device face up on the symbol on the charging pad 4 The will display on the V on the infotainment screen This indicates...

Page 114: ...rious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem check the section that explains what to do Waiting to do r...

Page 115: ...Cadillac ATS ATS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956102 2017 crc 5 11 16 114 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster English with Auto Stop Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 116: ...Cadillac ATS ATS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956102 2017 crc 5 11 16 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 115 English V Series Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 117: ...e is no active phone call view recent calls select from favorites or scroll through contacts If there is an active call mute the phone or switch to handset operation Best Fuel Economy This page displays average fuel economy the best fuel economy over the selected distance and a bar graph showing instantaneous fuel economy Options Press SEL while the Options application page is displayed to enter t...

Page 118: ... vehicle is on and can move The engine could auto start at any time When the indicator points to OFF the vehicle is off When the engine is on the tachometer will indicate the engine s revolutions per minute rpm The tachometer may vary by several hundred rpm s during Auto Stop mode when the engine is shutting off and restarting A slight bump may be felt when the transmission is determining the most...

Page 119: ...ess than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Metric English This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle s engine While driving under normal operating conditions ...

Page 120: ...stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle continues several times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the passenger safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light comes on The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic d...

Page 121: ...bol for on and off for several seconds as a system check Then after several more seconds the status indicator will light either ON or OFF or the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee a...

Page 122: ...on board diagnostic system If this light is on while the engine is running a malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service The light should come on to show that it is working when the ignition is in Service Only Mode See Ignition Positions 0 223 Malfunctions are often indicated by the system before any problem is noticeable Being aware of the light and seeking service promptly ...

Page 123: ...added to the vehicle using the capless funnel adapter make sure that it has been removed See Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can under Filling the Tank 0 273 The diagnostic system can detect if the adapter has been left installed in the vehicle allowing fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the adapter removed may turn off the light Poor fuel quality can cause ineffic...

Page 124: ...omes on there is a brake problem Have the brake system inspected right away Metric English This light should come on briefly when the engine is started If it does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light comes on and stays on there is a brake problem Warning The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is ...

Page 125: ...come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem If the light comes on while driving stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the vehicle Then start the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service A chime may also sound when the light comes on steady If the ABS light is the only light on the v...

Page 126: ... the Traction Control System TCS has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS StabiliTrak button This light and the StabiliTrak OFF light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off If the TCS is off wheel spin is not limited Adjust driving accordingly See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 241 StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does ...

Page 127: ...g the TCS and or the StabiliTrak system is actively working See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 241 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off Caution The engine coolant temperature warning light indicates that t...

Page 128: ...low can also damage the engine Continued Caution Continued The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Check the oil level as soon as possible Add oil if required but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low have the vehicle serviced Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil This light should come on briefly as the engine is...

Page 129: ...ps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 0 160 IntelliBeam Light This light comes on when the IntelliBeam system if equipped is enabled See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 158 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 ...

Page 130: ...if equipped is active See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 252 Door Ajar Light For vehicles equipped with this light it comes on when a door is open or not securely latched Before driving check that all doors are properly closed See Door Ajar Messages 0 137 for more information Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC The DIC displays are shown in the left and right interactive display zones on...

Page 131: ...an be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active Fuel Range 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 Shows the appro...

Page 132: ...s exceeded a pop up warning is displayed and a chime may sound Cruise Set Speed Shows the speed the cruise control or Adaptive Cruise Control ACC if equipped is set to Gap Setting When ACC if equipped has been engaged this page shows the current gap setting along with the vehicle ahead telltale Battery Voltage Shows the current battery voltage Oil Life Shows an estimate of the oil s remaining usef...

Page 133: ...t may take you more time to see things you need to see when it is dark outside Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view If equipped with HUD some information concerning the operation of the vehicle is projected onto the windshield The information is projected through the HUD lens on the driver side of the instrument panel and focused out toward the front of the vehicl...

Page 134: ...ot side to side Press to select the display view Each press will change the display view D Lift up and hold to brighten the display Press down and hold to dim the display Hold down to turn the display off The HUD image will automatically dim and brighten to compensate for outside lighting The HUD brightness control can also be adjusted as needed The HUD image can temporarily light up depending on ...

Page 135: ...HUD view Metric English Navigation View This display includes the information in speed view along with Turn by Turn Navigation information When navigation routing is not active No Route Active is displayed Navigation Turn by Turn Alerts shown in the instrument cluster may also be displayed in any HUD view Metric English Performance View This display gives the speedometer reading rpm reading transm...

Page 136: ... dealer The windshield is part of the HUD system If windshield replacement is required see Windshield Replacement 0 312 Vehicle Messages Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition Multiple messages may display one after the other The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressi...

Page 137: ...ric Parking Brake without the brake pedal applied See Parking Brake Electric 0 238 or Parking Brake Manual 0 240 RELEASE PARKING BRAKE This message is displayed if the Electric Parking Brake is on while the vehicle is in motion See Parking Brake Electric 0 238 or Parking Brake Manual 0 240 SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST This message may be displayed when there is a problem with the brake boost assist system...

Page 138: ...C is engaged holding the vehicle at a stop and the driver attempts to exit the vehicle Put the vehicle in P Park before exiting Door Ajar Messages DOOR OPEN A door open symbol will be displayed on the DIC showing which door is open If the vehicle has been shifted out of P Park a DOOR OPEN message will also be displayed The DOOR OPEN message may also be displayed if the vehicle starts to move Close...

Page 139: ... and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL On some vehicles this message displays when the engine oil level may be too low Check the oil level before filling to the recommended level If the oil is not low and this message remains on take the vehicle to your dealer for service See Engine Oil 0 293 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE This message displays if low oil pressure ...

Page 140: ...cted Restarting is allowed without the RKE transmitter for five minutes Press the brake pedal and ENGINE START STOP to restart the vehicle NUMBER OF KEYS PROGRAMMED This message displays when programming new keys to the vehicle REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE This message displays when leaving the vehicle with the RKE transmitter still inside REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays when the bat...

Page 141: ...front of the vehicle or windshield is not clean Keep these areas clean and free of mud dirt snow ice and slush For cleaning instructions see Exterior Care 0 358 Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the object detection performance This message may also be displayed if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 241 FORWARD COLLISION ALERT OF...

Page 142: ...epair the system Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Forward Collision Alert FCA and or Forward Automatic Braking FAB may not work Do not use these systems until the vehicle has been repaired 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 Forward Automatic Braking FAB Assistance Systems for ...

Page 143: ...un in 2WD This could be caused by Loss of wheel or vehicle speed AWD system overheat Certain vehicle electrical conditions This message turns off when the above conditions are no longer present and the warning message is reset See All Wheel Drive 0 237 PERFORMANCE TRACTION 1 WET V Series Only This message displays when this Performance Traction Management PTM mode is selected The TCS and StabiliTr...

Page 144: ... under Competitive Driving Mode FE4 Only 0 246 PERFORMANCE TRACTION 5 RACE V Series Only This message displays when this Performance Traction Management PTM mode is selected The TCS and StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will also be on when this mode is selected Launch Control is available when this mode is selected In this mode the Traction Control is available but intended for use on dry race track...

Page 145: ... display when the Traction Control System TCS has been turned on See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 241 Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIRBAG This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system See your dealer for service Safety Belt Messages AUTOMATIC SEATBELT TIGHTENING UNAVAILABLE This message displays when the Automatic Safety Belt Tightening System if equipped ...

Page 146: ... 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 0 333 TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays when the system is learning new tires See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 333 TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the tir...

Page 147: ...en turning the ignition off if the vehicle is not in P Park TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE This message displays and a chime sounds if the automatic transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot Driving with the automatic transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message clears when the fluid temperature r...

Page 148: ...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 menu 1 On the Home page turn the MENU knob to highlight Settings and press the MENU knob 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the desired feature and press the MENU knob CUE Infotainment System Audio...

Page 149: ...or Tour Sport or Track Suspension This allows the Suspension setting to be changed Select Auto Mode Selector Tour Sport or Track Language Language Select Language then select from the available language s The selected language will display on the system and voice recognition will reflect the selected language Teen Driver See Teen Driver under Settings in the infotainment manual Valet Mode This wil...

Page 150: ...in the infotainment manual Maximum Startup Volume This feature sets the maximum startup volume If the vehicle is started and the volume is greater than this level the volume is adjusted to this level To set the maximum startup volume select or to increase or decrease Audio Cue Volume If equipped this feature adjusts the startup and shutdown sounds To adjust the volume select or to increase or decr...

Page 151: ...setting affects all crash alerts including Forward Collision Lane Departure Warning Adaptive Cruise Control Parking Assist Backing Warning Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat Forward Collision System This feature will turn on or off the Forward Collision Alert FCA and Forward Automatic Braking FAB The Off setting disables all FCA and FAB functions With the Alert and Brake setting both FCA and FAB ar...

Page 152: ...r Rainsense Wipers This allows the feature to be turned on or off See Rainsense in Windshield Wiper Washer 0 107 Select Off or On Lighting Select and the following may display Vehicle Locator Lights Exit Lighting Adaptive Forward Lighting Vehicle Locator Lights This feature will flash the exterior lamps when K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle Select Off ...

Page 153: ...back 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 K on the RKE transmitter Select All Doors or Driver Door Remote Start Auto Cool Seats If equipped and turned on this feature will turn the ventilated seats...

Page 154: ...ge the ring tone for the specific phone The phone does not need to be connected to change the ring Voice Mail Numbers This feature displays the voice mail number for all connected phones To change the voice mail number select EDIT or press the EDIT button Type in a new number then select Save or press the Save button Text Message Alerts This feature allows text messages to be received See Text Mes...

Page 155: ...en Turn Display Off Mode Select to change the display screen for day or night driving Select Auto Day or Night Proximity Sensing This allows the feature to be turned on or off Select Off On or On Map Only Calibrate Touchscreen Select to calibrate the touchscreen then follow the prompts Turn Display Off Select to turn the display off Press anywhere on the display area or any faceplate button to tur...

Page 156: ...rage door openers security systems and home automation devices These instructions refer to a garage door opener but can be used for other devices Do not use the Universal Remote system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Read these instructions completely before programming the Unive...

Page 157: ...hen release both buttons Some garage door openers may require substitution of Step 2 with the procedure under Radio Signals for Canada and Some Gate Operators later in this section 3 Press and hold the newly programmed Universal Remote system button for five seconds while watching the indicator light and garage door activation If the indicator light stays on continuously or the garage door moves w...

Page 158: ...ramming did not work replace Step 2 under Programming the Universal Remote System with the following Press and hold the Universal Remote system button while pressing and releasing the hand held transmitter button every two seconds until the signal has been successfully accepted by the Universal Remote system The Universal Remote system indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Pr...

Page 159: ...ter it is released Turn to O again to reactivate the AUTO mode In Canada the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P Park on automatic transmission vehicles and when the parking brake is released on manual transmission vehicles AUTO Automatic Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off depending on outside lighting Turns on the parking lamps including all...

Page 160: ...tem 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 IntelliBeam system The instrument cluster light will come on to indicate the IntelliBeam is reactivated The high beams may not turn off automatically if the system cannot detect other vehicle s lamps because of any...

Page 161: ...ey will stay on as long as the lever is held there Release the lever to turn them off If the headlamps are in high beam mode they will 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 Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system turns on the low beam headlamps at a reduced brightness ...

Page 162: ...headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp control is turned to O or the ignition is off Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO the headlamps parking lamps and other exterior lamps come on The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed When the wipers are not operating these...

Page 163: ...r 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 position If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb might be burned out Replace any burned out bulbs If a bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breake...

Page 164: ...ange the dome lamp settings press OFF Turns the lamp off even when a door is open DOOR The lamp comes on when a door is opened ON Turns the lamp on Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps These lamps come on when any door is opened The front reading lamps are in the overhead console Press m or n to turn the lamps on or off Sedan The rear reading lamps are over the rear passenger doors...

Page 165: ...y changing the ignition out of the OFF position or by pressing Q on the RKE transmitter This feature can be changed See Vehicle Locator Lights under Vehicle Personalization 0 147 Exit Lighting Some exterior lamps and interior lights come on at night or in areas with limited lighting when the driver door is opened after the ignition is turned off The dome lamp comes on after the ignition is changed...

Page 166: ... minutes after the ignition is turned off if the parking lamps or headlamps have been manually left on This protects against draining the battery To restart the 10 minute timer turn the exterior lamp control to the O position and then back to the or 2 position To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes the ignition must be in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN START position ...

Page 167: ...ne Bluetooth Overview 185 Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 187 Bluetooth Voice Recognition 191 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 195 Introduction Infotainment Base radio information is included in this manual See the infotainment manual for information on other available infotainment systems Read the following pages to become familiar with these features Warning Ta...

Page 168: ...n faceplate buttons and screen buttons Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by pressing a single button or by using a single voice command if equipped with Bluetooth phone capability See Defensive Driving 0 209 To play the infotainment system with the ignition off see Retained Acces...

Page 169: ...ar the screen and display the time Press to mute the system Press again to unmute Turn the knob to adjust the volume 3 t or 7 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 the previous track If longer than five seconds the current track starts from the beginning Press and hold to quickly reverse through a track Rel...

Page 170: ...equipped Home Page Home Page Features The infotainment system displays a Home Page that makes it easy to access all of the applications Turn the MENU knob to highlight feature icons Press the MENU knob to access the feature s options Various functions are disabled when the vehicle is moving AUDIO Select the AUDIO screen icon to display the active source page The sources available are AM FM SiriusX...

Page 171: ...nd 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 Home Screen turn the MENU knob to select Settings application and press the MENU knob to select Turn again to select Radio settings menu and press to select Turn again to select Manage Favorite...

Page 172: ... and the volume is greater than this level the volume is adjusted to this level To set the maximum startup volume Turn the MENU knob to increase or decrease startup volume Press S BACK to go back 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 Re...

Page 173: ...UX AM FM SiriusXM If Equipped To select AM FM or SiriusXM if equipped 1 Press 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the AUDIO screen icon 3 Press the MENU knob to select 4 Turn the MENU knob to highlight AM FM or SiriusXM if equipped and press the MENU knob to select Press the RADIO faceplate button to change the active radio source Press the MENU knob and the following radio settings may display Tone...

Page 174: ...see www bose com audiopilot HD Radio For AM and FM only touch to turn HD reception on or off Press S BACK to go to the previous menu EQ Settings For vehicles equipped with a Bose Sound System the available choices are Manual and Talk DSP Modes If equipped with a Bose Surround Sound System it will have the following four DSP modes Normal Adjusts the audio to normal mode This provides the best sound...

Page 175: ...under Home Page 0 169 Satellite Radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service If equipped vehicles with a SiriusXM satellite radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free mus...

Page 176: ...sXM signal for a period of time Cell Phone Usage Cell phone usage such as making or receiving phone calls charging or just having the phone on may cause static interference in the radio Unplug the phone or turn it off if this happens Backglass Antenna The AM FM antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger in the rear window Do not scratch the inside surface or damage the lines in the glass ...

Page 177: ...g from a USB A USB mass storage device or Media Transfer Protocol MTP device can be connected to the USB port The USB port is in the center console under the armrest and if equipped in the storage behind the climate control system See Instrument Panel Storage 0 101 When connecting a non Apple device to the USB port in the center console the message This USB port only supports Apple Devices will ap...

Page 178: ...eration iPod touch 1st and 2nd generation There may be problems with operation and function in the following situations When connecting an iPod on which a more recent version of the firmware is installed than is supported by the infotainment system When connecting an iPod on which firmware from other providers is installed To connect and control an iPod 1 Connect one end of the standard iPod USB c...

Page 179: ...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 MENU knob to highlight and press to select an artist name to view a list of all albums by the artist 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select the album from the list 4 To begin playback select a song from the al...

Page 180: ...iary device to the auxiliary input jack 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 auxiliary device is played through the audio system and controlled through the device itself A...

Page 181: ... regulations including but not limited to privacy laws laws related to camera surveillance and recordings road traffic and security laws and laws on the protection of publicity and personality rights Do not use the PDR if it causes distraction Do not rely on camera footage to steer the vehicle Comply with any notice and consent requirements before capturing and or recording the voices or images of...

Page 182: ... or the recording cannot be reviewed The elapsed time will show when recording To define a finish line see Define Finish Line later in this section If there is no available space on the SD card a message displays Delete or transfer recordings on the SD card or use another SD card with free space To delete a recording go to the Recorded Sessions menu and touch z next to the item See Recorded Sessio...

Page 183: ...confirmation screen Touch Dismiss to exit Video playback is not allowed while the vehicle is in motion Tap on the screen while the video is playing to display the video controls Video Scrubber Changes the position and playback The length of the bar corresponds to the time of the video Advance or rewind the video by dragging along the bar Delete Recording Touch to delete the video A confirmation sc...

Page 184: ...ge driven since the recording began Track Displays these vehicle metrics Vehicle Speed Same as Sport GPS Tracking Map Shows the vehicle s current position relative to a known route Engine Rotations Per Minute RPMs Same as Sport Transmission State Current Gear Same as Sport Friction Bubble Graphic Lateral and longitudinal G Forces are displayed as a dot within a bubble A red dot displays when the v...

Page 185: ...ar Same as Sport 0 100 km h 0 60 mph 0 200 km h 0 100 mph 400 m 1 4 mi and 0 200 0 km h 0 100 0 mph The timer starts recording as soon as the vehicle accelerates As the vehicle passes each speed and distance milestone it is displayed on the overlay Throttle Position Displays the percentage of throttle applied from 0 100 StabiliTrak Active Indicator The graphic only displays if the active handling ...

Page 186: ...PDR software information and version numbers Toolbox Software Allows for the evaluation of the driver and the vehicle performance on a personal computer after a recorded event See www cadillac com to download the software Phone Bluetooth Overview Instructions for using the cell phone may differ between infotainment systems For vehicles with the CUE infotainment system see the CUE infotainment manu...

Page 187: ...ll phones work with the Bluetooth system For U S only see www gm com bluetooth for more information about compatible phones Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons on the faceplate and the steering wheel to operate the Bluetooth system Steering Wheel Controls g Press to answer incoming calls and start voice recognition c Press to end a call reject a call or cancel an operation Press to mute or unmute t...

Page 188: ...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 If a Bluetooth phone is not connected calls can be made using OnStar Hands Free Calling if available See OnStar Overview 0 398 Pairing Information Up to five cell phones can be paired to the Bluetoot...

Page 189: ...l phones or devices Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1 To list all paired devices turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button 2 Turn the MENU knob and press to select Manage Phones Deleting a Paired Phone 1 From the Home Page turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button or press the PHONE button on the faceplate 2 Turn the MENU knob and press to select...

Page 190: ...ent Calls menus are automatically available The Contacts menu allows you to access the phone book stored in the cell phone to make a call The Recent Calls menu allows you to access the phone numbers from the Incoming Calls Outgoing Calls and Missed Calls menus on the cell phone to make a call To make a call using the Contacts menu 1 Turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button o...

Page 191: ...below the IGNORE screen button Press c on the steering wheel controls or do nothing Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work Accepting a Call Waiting Call To accept a call waiting call do one of the following Press the area just above the chrome bar and below the SWITCH screen button Press g on the steering wheel control...

Page 192: ...ation Number PIN The PIN is used in Step 5 4 Start the pairing process on the cell phone that you want to pair For help with this process see your cell phone manufacturer s user guide 5 Locate the device named Your Vehicle in the list on the cell phone Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided in Step 3 The system may respond with a six digit code to be confirmed on the c...

Page 193: ...mmand allows a phone number to be stored as a name tag by entering the digits one at a time Delete This command is used to delete individual name tags Delete All Name Tags This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the Destinations Directory Using the Store Command 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Store 3 Say the entire phone numbe...

Page 194: ...er used on the cell phone Using the Dial or Call Command 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial or Call 3 Say the entire number without pausing or say the name tag Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Calling Emergency 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial or Call 3 Say emergency number 4 Say Dial or Call U...

Page 195: ...y the wireless service carrier 1 While on a call press g 2 Say Three way call 3 Use the Dial or Call command to dial the number of the third party to be called 4 Once the call is connected press g to link all callers together Ending a Call Press c to end a call Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the Bluetooth system and the cell phone The cell phone must be paired and connected w...

Page 196: ...ers can also be stored for use Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed 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 Del...

Page 197: ...e or any of its content Furthermore the AMBER voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems Inc General Requirements 1 A License Agreement from SiriusXM is required for any product that incorporates SiriusXM Technology and or for use of any of the SiriusXM marks to be ma...

Page 198: ...e Passenger Compartment Air Filter 206 Service 206 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 Fan 6 SYNC Synchronized Temperature 7 Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats...

Page 199: ...tion 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 0 114 OFF Press to turn the fan on or off The temperature control and air delivery mode can still be adjusted w or x The temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the passenge...

Page 200: ...rculated as needed to help quickly cool the inside of the vehicle Press to alternate between recirculating air inside the vehicle or pulling in outside air The indicator light on the button is lit when recirculation mode is active This helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or reduce the outside air and odors that may enter Pressing this button cancels automatic recirculation Press AUTO ...

Page 201: ...ventilated seat buttons to turn auto heated or ventilated seats off The auto heated or ventilated seats feature can be turned on or off See Vehicle Personalization 0 147 and Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 62 Remote Start Climate Control Operation If equipped with the remote vehicle start feature the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely The system uses the driver...

Page 202: ... Outside Air Temperature Display 2 Driver and Passenger Temperature Displays 3 Fan Control 4 SYNC Synchronized Temperature 5 A C Mode Air Conditioning 6 Climate Control Selection Application Tray Button 7 Air Delivery Mode Control Climate Control Touch Screen The fan air delivery mode A C mode driver and passenger temperatures and SYNC settings can be controlled by pressing CLIMATE on the infotain...

Page 203: ...cool the vehicle to the desired temperature When AUTO is lit all four functions operate automatically Each function can also be manually set and the selected setting is displayed Functions not manually set will continue to be automatically controlled even if the AUTO indicator is not lit For automatic operation 1 Press AUTO 2 Set the temperature Allow the system time to stabilize Then adjust the t...

Page 204: ... the current mode select one of the following Y Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets Air is divided between the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets Air is directed to the floor outlets with some air to the windshield and side windows Clears the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield side windows and floor outlets Some air may go to the rear floor outlets...

Page 205: ... when the interior temperature is cold and the outside temperature is about 4 C 40 F and below The auto rear defogger turns off automatically 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 defogger grid and affect the radio s ability to pick up stations cle...

Page 206: ... 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 si...

Page 207: ...ter The filter reduces 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 0 368 See your dealer regarding replacement of the filter Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle The refrigerant system should only be...

Page 208: ...d Parking 229 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 230 Running the Vehicle While Parked 231 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 231 Manual Mode 233 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 235 Active Rev Match 236 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 237 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 237 Parking Brake Electric 238 Parking Brake Manual 240 Brake Assist 240 Hill Start Assist HSA 241 Ride Control Syste...

Page 209: ... regarding driver distraction Become familiar with the local laws in your area To avoid distracted driving keep your eyes on the road keep your hands on the steering wheel and focus your attention on driving Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes or look up information on phones or o...

Page 210: ...ision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle Braking steering and accelerating are important factors in helping to control a vehicle while driving Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time Deciding to push the brake...

Page 211: ...ffort See your dealer if there is a problem If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel and is held against that position for an extended period of time power steering assist may be reduced 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 veh...

Page 212: ...icle starts to slide follow these suggestions Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go The vehicle may straighten out Be ready for a second skid if it occurs Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water snow ice gravel or other mate...

Page 213: ...t to the track specific oil level prior to track usage Transmission fluid should be changed after 30 hours of track usage Any transmission level set or change should be performed at your dealer Brake Fluid Before racing replace existing brake fluid with a qualified racing brake fluid from a sealed container Brake fluid with a dry boiling point 279 C 534 F is qualified If racing brake fluid is used...

Page 214: ...t the rotor contact Perform this procedure only on dry pavement in a safe manner and in compliance with all local and state ordinances laws regarding motor vehicle operation Brake Burnish Procedure V Series and Y4Q only 1 Apply the brakes 25 times starting at 100 km h 60 mph to 50 km h 30 mph while decelerating at 0 4 g This is a medium brake application Drive for at least 1 km 0 6 mi between appl...

Page 215: ...in a cool dry location Charge periodically to keep the state of charge from getting too low A battery tender can be used When installing or removing the track battery steps must be followed to calibrate the electronic throttle control See Battery North America 0 308 Wheel Alignment V Series Only Wheel alignment suggested specs for track use Front 2 0 deg camber 0 2 deg total toe Rear 1 7 deg cambe...

Page 216: ...t be replaced after the equivalent of two tanks of fuel or approximately 160 km 100 mi Tire Inflation Pressure for Tracks with Sustained High Speed Operation on Banked Turns e g Daytona International Speedway Indianapolis Motor Speedway or similar Inflate tires to a minimum of 300 kPa 44 psi when cold Do not reduce tire inflation pressure when hot Tire Inflation Pressure for Tracks with Combined H...

Page 217: ...uild up under the vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When the vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down other wet weather driving tips incl...

Page 218: ...spin and makes the surface under the tires slick Turn on Traction Control See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 241 Antilock Brake System ABS improves vehicle stability during hard stops but the brakes should be applied sooner than when on dry pavement See Antilock Brake System ABS 0 237 Allow greater following distance and watch for slippery spots Icy patches can occur on otherwise ...

Page 219: ...hicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 241 Warning If the vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured The vehicle can overheat causing an engine compartment fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km h 35 mph Rocking the Vehicle to Get it...

Page 220: ...tached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar The Tire and Loading Information label shows the number of occupant seating positions 1 and the maximum vehicle capacity weight 2 in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires 3 and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures 4 For more information on tires and inflation see T...

Page 221: ... and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a 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 Sedan With V6 Engine Except V Series 0 278 or Trailer Towing Sedan With L4 Engine Coupe and V Series 0 279 for importan...

Page 222: ...ample A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar The label may show the gross weight capacity of the vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Warning Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo ...

Page 223: ...refueling and add if necessary Oil and fuel consumption may be higher than normal during the first 2 414 km 1 500 mi New brake linings also need a break in period Avoid making hard stops during the first 322 km 200 mi This is recommended every time brake linings are replaced Composite Materials This vehicle may be equipped with parts containing carbon fiber sheet molding compound or other composit...

Page 224: ...ll return to ACC ACCESSORY and display a message in the Driver Information Center DIC See Transmission Messages 0 145 When the vehicle is shifted into P Park the ignition system will switch to OFF Manual Transmission If the vehicle is stationary the ignition will turn OFF and Retained Accessory Power RAP will remain active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 226 The vehicle may have an electric ste...

Page 225: ...m ACC ACCESSORY to OFF after five minutes to prevent battery rundown ON RUN START Green Indicator Light This mode is for driving and starting With the ignition off and the brake pedal applied pressing the button once will place the ignition system in ON RUN START Once engine cranking begins release the button Engine cranking will continue until the engine starts See Starting the Engine 0 224 The i...

Page 226: ...l display a message See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 31 and Key and Lock Messages 0 139 Caution Cranking the engine for long periods of time by pressing ENGINE START STOP immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool down 2 If the engine does not start aft...

Page 227: ...if A minimum vehicle speed is not reached The engine or transmission is not at the required operating temperature The outside temperature is not in the required operating range typically below 10 C 14 F or above 50 C 122 F The shift lever is in any gear other than D Drive The battery has been recently disconnected The battery charge is low The interior comfort level has not reached the required le...

Page 228: ... can damage the cord and may result in overheating and fire Plug the cord into a three prong electrical utility receptacle that is protected by a ground fault detection function An ungrounded outlet could cause an electric shock Use a weatherproof heavy duty 15 amp rated extension cord if needed Failure to use the recommended extension cord in good operating condition or using a damaged heater or ...

Page 229: ...und always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park See Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission 0 228 If you are towing a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 276 If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running the vehicle must be in P Park and the parking brake set After shifting into P Park try to move the shift lever without first pushing the button o...

Page 230: ...re getting out of the vehicle move the shift lever into R Reverse if parking on a downhill slope On a level surface or an uphill slope use 1 First gear Apply the parking brake Turn the wheels toward the curb for a downhill slope or away from the curb for an uphill slope Once the shift lever has been placed into gear with the clutch pedal pressed in turn the ignition to LOCK OFF and release the clu...

Page 231: ...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 The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle exhaust system has been modified damaged or improperly repaired Continued Warning Continued There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or after...

Page 232: ...t 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 engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P ...

Page 233: ...ot is firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed Caution Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high s...

Page 234: ...D Drive Where frequent braking is required If the brake remains applied the transmission will downshift until 3 Third gear is reached If the brake is released for some time the transmission will upshift a gear If the road levels out and the accelerator pedal is pressed the transmission will upshift until the appropriate gear is reached Manual Mode Driver Shift Control DSC Caution Driving with the ...

Page 235: ...upshift control for two seconds If no action is taken the vehicle returns to automatic shifting after a brief period of driving at a steady speed or when the vehicle comes to a stop While using the DSC feature the vehicle will have firmer quicker shifting This can be used for sport driving climbing or descending hills staying in gear longer downshifting for more power or engine braking The transmi...

Page 236: ...ch pedal while accelerating 3 Third 4 Fourth 5 Fifth and 6 Sixth Shift into 3 Third 4 Fourth 5 Fifth and 6 Sixth the same as 2 Second To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the engine The shift lever is in Neutral when it is cente...

Page 237: ...atch a calibrated value based on gear selection On upshifts and downshifts engine speed will be increased and decreased to match vehicle road speed and transmission gear position ARM is maintained for a few seconds between shifts then deactivates if the shift is not completed The system is activated and deactivated by pressing either of the paddles on the steering wheel The system must be activate...

Page 238: ...e Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 0 124 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle a computer senses the wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than an...

Page 239: ...ycles of the EPB when the engine is not running The system has a red parking brake status light and an amber parking brake warning light See Parking Brake Light 0 123 and Service Electric Parking Brake Light 0 124 There are also parking brake related Driver Information Center DIC messages See Brake System Messages 0 136 In case of insufficient electrical power the EPB cannot be applied or released...

Page 240: ... 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 see your dealer Caution Driving with the parking brake on can overheat t...

Page 241: ...brake system warning light will be on and a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake is still on If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 276 Brake Assist This vehicle has a brake assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditions This feature uses the stability s...

Page 242: ...ic stability control system These systems help limit wheel slip and assist the driver in maintaining control especially on slippery road conditions TCS activates if it senses that any of the drive wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens TCS applies the brakes to the spinning wheels and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin StabiliTrak activates when the vehicle sense...

Page 243: ...ems Off and On The g button for TCS and StabiliTrak is on the center console ATS or the steering wheel ATS V Caution Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off The vehicle driveline could be damaged To turn off only TCS press and release g The Traction Off light i displays in the instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message displays See Ride Control System Messages 0 142 T...

Page 244: ...city and highway driving to provide a smooth soft ride Sport Mode Use where road conditions or personal preference demand a more controlled response When selected the Sport mode indicator will display in the Driver Information Center DIC When in Sport or Track mode the vehicle will shift automatically but may hold a lower gear longer than it would in the normal driving mode based on braking thrott...

Page 245: ...imilar to Sport Mode The Magnetic Ride Control will be set to the optimum level for vehicle responsiveness Competitive Driving Mode can be accessed through this mode Use when driving on a closed race course or drag strip Vehicle systems are optimized for maximum track performance This mode allows entry to Performance Traction Management PTM in the Competitive Driving Mode ...

Page 246: ...linked default Throttle Progression Adjusts throttle sensitivity by selecting how quick or slow the throttle reacts to input Snow Ice The accelerator pedal will reduce engine torque at small pedal inputs This allows better wheel control on slippery surfaces Track The accelerator pedal is adjusted to give maximum control during the highest level of spirited driving Transmission Shift Mode Sport or ...

Page 247: ... Personalization Menus in Vehicle Personalization 0 147 When in the Track main vehicle mode you cannot overwrite the Steering or Suspension settings These settings are designed to interact with the advanced functions in the Track Mode and cannot be overwritten The selections made in the Driving Mode menu overwrite the main vehicle mode selection via the buttons or switch on the center console In o...

Page 248: ...itions driver skill and the radius of each corner This light is on when the vehicle is in the PTM mode To select this optional handling mode the vehicle mode must be Track Then quickly press the Y on the center console two times PERF TRAC 1 WET ACTIVE HANDLING ON displays in the DIC When PTM is active the up and down buttons will no longer change Drive Modes but instead change PTM modes To select ...

Page 249: ...in Competitive Driving Mode V Series or Performance Traction Management V Series to allow the driver to achieve high levels of vehicle acceleration in a straight line Launch Control is a form of traction control that manages tire spin while launching the vehicle This feature is intended for use during closed course race events where consistent zero to 60 and quarter mile times are desirable Launch...

Page 250: ...tems are not intended to compensate for lack of driver experience or familiarity with the race track Limited Slip Rear Axle Except V Series If equipped the mechanical limited slip differential can give more traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when traction is low this feature allows the drive wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle Fo...

Page 251: ...everal seconds In an ATS V Series vehicle cruise control is cancelled immediately with the activation of the clutch pedal If the StabiliTrak system begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control the cruise control automatically disengages See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 241 If a collision alert occurs when cruise control is activated cruise control is disengaged See Forw...

Page 252: ...ntrol is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory Once the vehicle speed reaches about 40 km h 25 mph or more briefly press RES up to the first detent The vehicle returns to the previous set speed Increasing Speed While Cruise Control is at a Set Speed If the cruise control system is already activated Press and hold RES up until the desired speed is reached then release it To increase ...

Page 253: ...n may downshift to a lower gear to slow the vehicle down ATS only Also you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle speed down If the brake pedal is applied cruise control will disengage Ending Cruise Control There are five ways to end cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal manual and automatic transmissions Press the clutch pedal for several seconds or shift to Neutr...

Page 254: ...Driving 0 209 Warning ACC will not detect or brake for children pedestrians animals or other objects Do not use ACC when On winding and hilly roads or when the sensors are blocked by snow ice or dirt The system may not detect a vehicle ahead Keep the entire front of the vehicle clean Visibility is low such as in fog rain or snow conditions ACC performance is limited under these conditions On slipp...

Page 255: ...esumed when driving at lower speeds To set ACC 1 Press J 2 Get up to the desired speed 3 Press and release SET 4 Remove your foot from the accelerator After ACC is set it may immediately apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead is detected closer than the selected following gap The ACC indicator displays in the instrument cluster and Head Up Display HUD When the ACC is active the indicator will be lit ...

Page 256: ...ent 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 Selecting the Follow Distance When a slower moving vehicle is detected ahead within the selected following gap ACC will adjust the vehicle s speed and attempt ...

Page 257: ... is not displaying ACC will not respond to or brake to vehicles ahead ACC automatically slows the vehicle down and adjusts vehicle speed to follow the vehicle in front at the selected follow gap The vehicle speed increases or decreases to follow the vehicle in front of you but will not exceed the set speed It may apply limited braking if necessary When braking is active the brake lamps will come o...

Page 258: ... ahead drives away press RES or the accelerator pedal to resume ACC If stopped for more than two minutes or if the driver door is opened and the driver 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 Electric 0 238 or Parking Brake Manual 0 240 To resume ACC and release the ...

Page 259: ...essary Warning On curves ACC may respond to a vehicle in another lane or may not have time to react to a vehicle in your lane You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you or lose control of your vehicle Give extra attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves ACC may operate differently in a sharp curve It may reduce the vehicle ...

Page 260: ... on steep hills especially when towing a trailer If the brakes are applied the ACC disengages Ending ACC There are three ways to disengage ACC Step lightly on the brake pedal Press Press J Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if J is pressed or if the ignition is turned off Cleaning the Sensing System The camera sensor on the windshield behind the rearview mirror...

Page 261: ... is covered by ice snow mud or dirt Work if the detection sensor is covered up such as with a sticker magnet or metal plate Work if the area surrounding the detection sensor is damaged or not properly repaired Complete attention is always required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes Audible or Safety Alert Seat Some dr...

Page 262: ...Parking Assist RPA has detected an object This triangle changes from amber to red and increases in size the closer the object Warning The camera s do not display children pedestrians bicyclists crossing traffic animals or any other object outside of the cameras field of view below the bumper or under the vehicle Shown distances may be different from actual distances Do not drive or park the vehicl...

Page 263: ... the rear one beep will be heard from the rear or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse two times When an object is very close 0 6 m 2 ft in the vehicle rear or 0 3 m 1 ft in the vehicle front five beeps will sound from the front or rear depending on object location or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times Beeps for FPA are higher pitched than for RPA Backing Warning a...

Page 264: ...g at very low speeds It does not detect children pedestrians bicyclists animals or objects below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle To prevent injury death or vehicle damage even with RAB always check the area around the vehicle before and while backing Pressing the brake pedal after the vehicle comes to a stop will release the Reverse Automatic Braking If the brake pedal...

Page 265: ...rward gear Forward Collision Alert FCA Lane Departure Warning LDW Lane Keep Assist LKA Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA Lane Change Alert LCA and or Forward Automatic Braking FAB can help to avoid a crash or reduce crash damage Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped the FCA system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly FCA pr...

Page 266: ...ing 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 headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition Keep the windshield headlamps ...

Page 267: ...ting Far Medium or Near Unnecessary Alerts FCA may provide unnecessary alerts for turning vehicles vehicles in other lanes objects that are not vehicles or shadows These alerts are normal operation and the vehicle does not need service Cleaning the System If the FCA system does not seem to operate properly cleaning the outside of the windshield in front of the rearview mirror and cleaning the fron...

Page 268: ...g release the EPB or firmly press the accelerator pedal Warning FAB may automatically brake the vehicle suddenly in situations where it is unexpected and undesired It could respond to a turning vehicle ahead guardrails signs and other non moving objects To override FAB firmly press the accelerator pedal if it is safe to do so Intelligent Brake Assist IBA IBA may activate when the brake pedal is ap...

Page 269: ...the turn signal is on Warning LCA does not alert the driver to vehicles outside of the system detection zones pedestrians bicyclists or animals It may not provide alerts when changing lanes under all driving conditions Failure to use proper care when changing lanes may result in injury death or vehicle damage Before making a lane change always check mirrors glance over your shoulder and use the tu...

Page 270: ...me on when passing a vehicle quickly for a stopped vehicle or when towing a trailer The LCA 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 LCA may alert to objects attached to the vehicle such as a trailer bicycle or object extending out to either side of the vehicle Attached obje...

Page 271: ...n LDW alert if it detects that you are actively steering Override LKA by turning the steering wheel LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings between 60 km h 37 mph and 180 km h 112 mph Warning The LKA system does not continuously steer the vehicle It may not keep the vehicle in the lane or give a Lane Departure Warning LDW alert even if a lane marking is detected The LKA and LDW systems may not P...

Page 272: ...ering an alert and chime may be provided Steer the vehicle to dismiss When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The system performance may be affected by Close vehicles ahead Sudden lighting changes such as when driving through tunnels Banked roads Roads with poor lane markings such as two lane roads If the LKA system is not functioning properly when lane markings are clearly visible cleaning...

Page 273: ... warranty If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 93 octane the engine needs service Prohibited Fuels Caution Do not use fuels with any of the following conditions doing so may damage the vehicle and void its warranty For vehicles which are not FlexFuel fuel labeled greater than 15 ethanol by volume such as mid level ethanol blends 16 50 ethanol E85 or FlexFuel Fuel with any amount...

Page 274: ...very engine oil change can help GM Fuel System Treatment Cleaner is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors It is available at your dealer Filling the Tank Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Keep spark...

Page 275: ...t Leave the area immediately Sedan Cap Type Fuel System The cap is behind the fuel door on the passenger side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise While refueling hang the fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks once Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap...

Page 276: ...re and you or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged 3 Remove and clean the funnel adapter and return it to the storage location 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 da...

Page 277: ...iler towing do not drive over 80 km h 50 mph and do not make starts at full throttle Vehicles can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and or hilly conditions Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when towing The Forward Automatic Braking System should be set to Off when towing See Forward Automatic Braking FAB 0 266 Turn off Par...

Page 278: ... if possible have someone guide you Making Turns Caution Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle The vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so the trailer will not strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or ...

Page 279: ...rking brake 5 Let up on the brake pedal 6 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 7 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance when Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer See Maintenance Schedule 0 368 Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid engine oil axle lubricant belts cooli...

Page 280: ...r cargo in the vehicle it will reduce the tongue weight the vehicle can carry which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow If towing a trailer the tongue load must be added to the GVW because the vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Vehicle Load Limits 0 218 The trailer tongue 1 should weigh 10 of the total loaded trailer weight 2 After loading the trailer weigh the traile...

Page 281: ...ave enough slack so the rig can turn Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Does the trailer have its own brakes Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed adjusted and maintained properly Because the vehicle has antilock brakes do not tap into the vehicle s brake system If this is done both brake systems will not work well or a...

Page 282: ...k and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 82 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicl...

Page 283: ... Mechanism Check 311 Wiper Blade Replacement 311 Windshield Replacement 312 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 312 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 312 Halogen Bulbs 312 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 313 LED Lighting 313 Back Up Lamps 313 License Plate Lamp 314 Replacement Bulbs 314 Electrical System Electrical System Overload 315 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 315 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...

Page 284: ...y of its service parts and fluids contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems many fluids and some component wear by products contain and or emit these chemicals See Battery North America 0 308 and Jump Starting North America 0 352 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Cert...

Page 285: ...ze the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories installed by a dealer technician Also see Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 82 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 doi...

Page 286: ...strument 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 the hood ...

Page 287: ...Cadillac ATS ATS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956102 2017 crc 5 11 16 286 VEHICLE CARE Engine Compartment Overview 2 0L L4 Engine LTG ...

Page 288: ...Jump Starting North America 0 352 4 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System Engine 0 299 or Cooling System Intercooler 0 301 5 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 315 6 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil 0 293 7 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System Engine 0 299 or Cooling System Intercooler 0 301 8 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil 0 293 9 Brake Clutch Fluid Reservo...

Page 289: ...Cadillac ATS ATS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956102 2017 crc 5 11 16 288 VEHICLE CARE 2 5L L4 Engine LCV ...

Page 290: ...Jump Starting North America 0 352 4 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System Engine 0 299 or Cooling System Intercooler 0 301 5 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 315 6 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil 0 293 7 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System Engine 0 299 or Cooling System Intercooler 0 301 8 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil 0 293 9 Brake Clutch Fluid Reservo...

Page 291: ...Cadillac ATS ATS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956102 2017 crc 5 11 16 290 VEHICLE CARE 3 6L V6 Engine LGX ...

Page 292: ...Jump Starting North America 0 352 4 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System Engine 0 299 or Cooling System Intercooler 0 301 5 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 315 6 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System Engine 0 299 or Cooling System Intercooler 0 301 7 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil 0 293 8 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil 0 293 9 Brake Clutch Fluid Reservo...

Page 293: ...Cadillac ATS ATS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956102 2017 crc 5 11 16 292 VEHICLE CARE 3 6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine LF4 ...

Page 294: ... 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 Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System 0 295 Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section ...

Page 295: ... Capacities and Specifications 0 382 Caution Do not add too much oil Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the Continued Caution Continued cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine ...

Page 296: ...pecification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails ...

Page 297: ...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 0 129 When remaining oil life is low the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display See Engine Oil Messages 0 138 2 Press SEL on the DIC controls and hold SEL d...

Page 298: ...t is not necessary to regularly check brake clutch fluid unless there is a leak suspected Adding fluid will not correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use The brake hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has either a symbol or text specifying the type of brake fluid The common brake clutch fluid reservoir i...

Page 299: ...oose dust and dirt Inspect the engine air cleaner filter for damage and replace if damaged Do not clean the engine air cleaner filter or components with water or compressed air To inspect or replace the air cleaner filter 2 0L L4 Engine LTG Shown 2 5L L4 Engine LCV and 3 6L V6 Engine LGX Similar 1 Remove the four screws and lift the cover out of the assembly 2 Inspect or replace the engine air cle...

Page 300: ...n 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 Engine The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature 2 0L L4 Engine LTG 1 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 2 Engin...

Page 301: ...thing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Warning Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant 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 DE...

Page 302: ...ill The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture 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...

Page 303: ...ation This will happen faster when the vehicle is driven for long periods in hot dry conditions If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank add coolant as follows How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Caution This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged If no problem is found check to se...

Page 304: ... tank pressure cap from the top chamber when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 2 Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it Open the surge tank service port ...

Page 305: ...uster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 118 and Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 0 126 The vehicle may also display a message on the Driver Information Center DIC See Engine Cooling System Messages 0 137 If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears get service help right away See Roadside Service 0 389 If the decision is made to lift the hood make sure the ve...

Page 306: ...ll off the road shift to P Park or N Neutral for an automatic transmission or Neutral for a manual transmission and let the engine idle If the engine coolant temperature gauge is no longer in the overheated area or the engine coolant temperature warning light no longer displays the vehicle can be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes Keep a safe distance from the vehicle...

Page 307: ...itched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time when the vehicle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly Warning The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to a crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Caution Continuing to dri...

Page 308: ...minimum and maximum marks on the brake fluid reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir may go down Normal brake lining wear When new linings are installed the fluid level goes back up A fluid leak in the brake clutch hydraulic system Have the brake clutch hydraulic system fixed With a leak the brakes will not work well Always clean the brake fluid reservoir ca...

Page 309: ...l when a new battery is needed Warning WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 283 After a pow...

Page 310: ...lack negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger All Wheel Drive If the vehicle is equipped with All Wheel Drive AWD this is an additional system that needs lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check the transfer case fluid unles...

Page 311: ...vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in P Park or N Neutral If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your dealer for service For manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in Neutral push the clutch pedal down halfway and try to start the engine The vehicle should start only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the floor If the...

Page 312: ...lding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer if service is required Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking See Maintenance Schedule 0 368 Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Maintenance R...

Page 313: ...ecifications for these systems to work properly If it is not there may be unexpected behavior and or messages from these systems See Object Detection System Messages 0 140 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment If the vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacemen...

Page 314: ...lb has been replaced the beam might be a slightly different shade than it was originally This is normal LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps For replacement of any LED lighting assembly contact your dealer Back Up Lamps 1 Back Up Bulb Socket 2 Back Up Lamp Assembly To replace one of these bulbs 1 Reach under the rear fascia and locate the back up lamp assembly 2 Remove the bulb socket 1...

Page 315: ...down to remove 3 Turn the bulb socket 1 counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly 3 4 Pull the bulb 2 straight out of the bulb socket 1 5 Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it into the lamp assembly 6 Push the lamp assembly back into position until the release tab locks into place Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Num...

Page 316: ...f the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the windshield wipers If the overload is caused by an electrical problem and not s...

Page 317: ...7 crc 5 11 16 316 VEHICLE CARE Lift the fuse block cover to access the fuses The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component ...

Page 318: ...23 Wiper control relay 24 Wiper speed relay 25 Engine control module relay 26 27 Heated seat 2 28 Reverse lockout 29 AFS AHL Pedestrian protection 30 31 Passenger window switch 32 33 Sunroof 34 Front wiper 35 Steering column lock Fuses Usage 36 Rear bussed electrical center Ignition 37 MIL Ignition 38 Aeroshutter 39 O2 sensor Emissions 40 Ignition coils Injectors 41 Ignition coils Injectors 42 Eng...

Page 319: ... 2 relay 61 Vacuum pump relay 62 Starter relay 63 A C control relay 64 Adaptive headlamp leveling 65 Left HID headlamp 66 Right HID headlamp Fuses Usage 67 Left Right high beam headlamp 68 Headlamp leveling motor 69 Horn 70 Horn relay 71 Cooling fan 72 Starter 2 73 Brake vacuum pump 74 Starter 75 A C clutch 76 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is in the end of the driver ...

Page 320: ...ICLE CARE 319 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 321: ... 14 15 Body control module 7 16 17 18 Fuses Usage 19 Auxiliary power outlet 20 Lighter 21 Wireless charger 22 Sensing diagnostic module Automatic occupant sensing 23 Radio DVD HVAC control 24 Display 25 Heated steering wheel 26 Wireless charger 27 Steering wheel controls 28 29 Visor vanity lamp 30 31 Retained accessory power Accessory 32 33 Front HVAC blower Circuit Breakers Usage CB1 Auxiliary po...

Page 322: ...anada Mexico 9956102 2017 crc 5 11 16 VEHICLE CARE 321 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 323: ... release 17 Run relay 18 Logistics relay 19 20 Rear window defogger relay 21 Mirror window module 22 23 Canister vent 24 Body control module 2 25 Rear vision camera 26 Front ventilated seats 27 SBZA LDW EOCM 28 Trailer Sunshade 29 Rear heated seats 30 Semi active damping system 31 Transfer case control module Rear control drive module Fuses Usage 32 Theft module Universal garage door opener Rain s...

Page 324: ... Warning Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits 0 218 Continued Warning Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the rec...

Page 325: ... frequent driving on snow or ice covered roads is expected All season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions but they may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads See Winter Tires 0 324 Winter Tires This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires Winter tires are designed for increased traction on sno...

Page 326: ...arest 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 could damage the tire and or wheel beyond repair When a tire has been damaged or driven any distance while deflated check with an authorized run flat tire service center to determine whether the tire can be repaired or shoul...

Page 327: ...oad performance This special tread and compound will have decreased performance in cold climates and on ice and snow It is recommended that winter tires be installed on the vehicle if frequent driving at temperatures below approximately 5 C 40 F or on ice or snow covered roads is expected See Winter Tires 0 324 Caution High performance summer tires have rubber compounds that lose flexibility and m...

Page 328: ...digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufactured date The first two digits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 4 Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and dat...

Page 329: ...elted bias ply construction 5 Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches 6 Service Description These characters represent the load index and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load carrying capacity a tire is certified to carry The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the t...

Page 330: ...See Vehicle Load Limits 0 218 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a t...

Page 331: ...tion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 6 mm 1 16 in of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires 0 338 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are...

Page 332: ...load the vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry When to Check Check the tires once a month or more How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check the tire pressure Proper tire inflation cannot be determined by looking at the tire Check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold meaning the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or no more than 1 6...

Page 333: ...ehicle at speeds of 160 km h 100 mph or higher Set the cold tire inflation pressure to 300 kPa 44 psi Sustained operation at speeds over 160 km h 100 mph requires a load limit of the driver and one passenger with no additional cargo When loaded above this level up to the GVW do not operate the vehicle above 160 km h 100 mph Return the tires to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure when high...

Page 334: ...o detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels ...

Page 335: ...d by the vehicle warranty Always use only the GM approved tire sealant available through your dealer or included in the vehicle Factory installed Tire Inflator Kits use a GM approved liquid tire sealant Using non approved tire sealants could damage the TPMS sensors See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 345 for information regarding the inflator kit materials and instructions TPMS Malfunction Light...

Page 336: ...re containing the TPMS sensor The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off at the next ignition cycle The sensors are matched to the tire wheel positions using a TPMS relearn tool in the following order driver side front tire passenger side front tire passenger side rear tire and driver side rear See your dealer for service or to purchase a relearn tool A TPMS relearn tool can also be p...

Page 337: ...Inspection We recommend that the tires including the spare tire if the vehicle has one be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Replace the tire if The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen There is cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bu...

Page 338: ...tion pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated See Tire Pressure 0 330 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 218 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 333 Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications 0 382 Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is ...

Page 339: ...hich is molded into one side of the tire sidewall The first two digits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 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 s...

Page 340: ...set of worn tires place the new tires on the rear axle Winter tires with the same speed rating as the original equipment tires may not be available for H V W and ZR speed rated tires Never exceed the winter tire s maximum speed capability when using winter tires with a lower speed rating Warning Tires could explode during improper service Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury o...

Page 341: ...e and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires 0 338 and Accessories and Modifications 0 283 Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system ...

Page 342: ...rade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test...

Page 343: ...hould be mounted the same way as the 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 w...

Page 344: ...er type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for the vehicle s tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To avoid vehicle damage drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle Do not spin the wheels If traction devices are used install them on the rear tires Caution If the vehicle is equipped with a tire...

Page 345: ...may require the same correction as used in a skid Stop pressing the accelerator pedal and steer to straighten the vehicle It may be very bumpy and noisy Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is design...

Page 346: ...has no fresh air ventilation For more information see Engine Exhaust 0 230 Warning Overinflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions and inflate the tire to its recommended pressure Do not exceed the recommended pressure Warning Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equi...

Page 347: ... safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant...

Page 348: ...he tire 1 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 351 2 Unwrap the sealant air hose 6 and the power plug 8 3 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it 4 Remove the valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise 5 Attach the sea...

Page 349: ...imately 25 minutes the vehicle should not be driven farther The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant and compressor kit cannot inflate the tire Remove the power plug from the accessory power outlet and unscrew the inflating hose from the tire valve See Roadside Service 0 389 11 Press the on off button 2 to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off The tire is not sealed and will co...

Page 350: ...pressure has not dropped more than 68 kPa 10 psi from the recommended inflation pressure inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure 20 Wipe off any sealant from the wheel tire and vehicle 21 Dispose of the used sealant canister 5 and sealant air hose 6 assembly at a local dealer or in accordance with local state codes and practices 22 Replace with a new canister assembly available from...

Page 351: ...the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarette lighter Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 7 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor 8 Press and turn the selector switch 1 clockwise to the Air Only position 9 Press the on off button 2 to turn the compres...

Page 352: ... compressor kit has an accessory adapter located in a compartment on the bottom of its housing that may be used to inflate air mattresses balls etc Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister 1 Unwrap the sealant hose 2 Press the canister release button 9 3 Pull up and remove the canister 4 Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer 5 Push t...

Page 353: ... cables to start your vehicle Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely Warning WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING See C...

Page 354: ...round 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 Automatic Transmission 0 228 with an automatic transmission or P...

Page 355: ...al of the good battery 7 Connect one end of the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery 8 Connect the other end of the black negative cable to the negative grounding point for the discharged battery 9 Start the engine in the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine at idle speed for at least four minutes 10 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it ...

Page 356: ...cle must be towed If the vehicle is equipped with tow eye only use the tow eye to pull the vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier from a flat road surface Do not use the tow eye to pull the vehicle from snow mud or sand Caution Improper use of the tow eye can cause vehicle damage Use caution and low speeds to prevent damage to the vehicle Carefully open the cover in the fascia by using the small notch...

Page 357: ...ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed Caution Use of a shield mounted in front of the vehicle grille could restrict airflow and cause damage to the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If using a shield only use one that attaches to the towing vehicle Dinghy Towing Caution If the vehicle is tow...

Page 358: ...Parking Brake Manual 0 240 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 Dolly Towing All Wheel Drive Vehicles Caution Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the g...

Page 359: ...ceeding 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Caution Do not power wash any component under the hood that has this e symbol 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 window wiper if equipped must be off Remove any accessories that may be da...

Page 360: ...protect the bright metal moldings can result in a hazy white finish or pitting This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty The bright metal moldings on the vehicle are aluminum chrome or stainless steel To prevent damage always follow these cleaning instructions Be sure the molding is cool to the touch before applying any cleaning solution Use only approved cleaning solutions for alum...

Page 361: ...asher fluid or a mild detergent Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades Bugs road grime sap and a buildup of vehicle wash wax treatments may cause wiper streaking Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions sand salt heat sun snow and ice Weatherstrips Apply Dielectric silicone grease on weatherstrips to make them last longe...

Page 362: ... steering suspension and chassis components for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year Inspect power steering for proper attachment connections binding leaks cracks chafing etc Visually check constant velocity joint boots and axle seals for leaks Body Component Lubrication Lubricate all key lock cylinders hood hinges liftgate hinges and the steel fuel door hinge unles...

Page 363: ... Do not spray cleaners on any switches or controls Remove cleaners quickly Before using cleaners read and follow all safety instructions on the label While cleaning the interior open the doors and windows to get proper ventilation To prevent damage do not clean the interior using the following cleaners or techniques Never use a razor or any other sharp object to remove soil from any interior surfa...

Page 364: ...l and gently rub toward the center Fold the cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently to prevent forcing the soil in to the fabric 4 Continue gently rubbing the soiled area until there is no longer any color transfer from the soil to the cleaning cloth 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution followed only by plain water If the soil is not completely removed it may be neces...

Page 365: ...ease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions Caution Use 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 C...

Page 366: ...t if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor 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 mat on top of another The floor mats are held in place by button type retainers Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1 Pull ...

Page 367: ...is section describes the required maintenance for the vehicle Follow this schedule to help protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance It may also help to maintain the value of the vehicle if it is sold It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance ...

Page 368: ...services The Additional Required Services Normal are for vehicles that Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits 0 218 Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits Use the recommended fuel See Fuel 0 271 Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart Th...

Page 369: ...MPVI performed by a qualified technician Cadillac requires that all Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance services be performed by a Cadillac authorized service dealer Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Stop Check the engine oil level See Engine Oil 0 293 Once a Month Check the tire inflation pressures See Tire Pressure 0 330 Inspect the tires for wear See Tire Inspection 0 33...

Page 370: ...ction 0 336 Visually check for fluid leaks Inspect engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 297 Inspect brake system See Exterior Care 0 358 Visually inspect steering suspension and chassis components for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear See Exterior Care 0 358 Check restraint system components See Safety System Check 0 70 Visually inspect fuel system for damage or ...

Page 371: ...i 2 0 4 000 k m 127 500 mi 2 1 6 000 k m 135 000 mi 2 2 8 000 k m 142 500 mi 2 4 0 000 k m 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 ATS V Only Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Except ATS V Replace engine air cleaner fi...

Page 372: ...also be needed if there is reduced airflow window fogging or odors Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter 2 Visually check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed 4 Or every five years whiche...

Page 373: ... 000 mi 2 2 8 000 k m 142 500 mi 2 4 0 000 k m 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 ATS V Only Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Except ATS V Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Change automatic transmission fluid a...

Page 374: ... 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case and or front rear axle output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and or axles and should be replac...

Page 375: ...stic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the belts and recommend adjustment or replacement when necessary Brakes Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to safe driving Signs of brake we...

Page 376: ... to be properly inflated rotated and balanced Maintaining the tires can save money and fuel and can reduce the risk of tire failure Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right...

Page 377: ...gns of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs of wear include streaking skipping across the windshield and worn or split rubber Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them...

Page 378: ...ecification of the proper SAE viscosity grade ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended See Engine Oil 0 293 Electronic Limited Slip Differential eLSD Clutch System Lubricant V Series Only DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 89021668 in Canada 89021674 or lubricant meeting requi...

Page 379: ...Case Fluid GM Part No 88861950 in Canada 88861951 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in Canada 10953481 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name part number or sp...

Page 380: ...L V6 Engine LGX 19330000 PF63E 3 6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine LF4 19330000 PF63E Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185 Spark Plugs 2 0L L4 Engine 12647827 41 125 2 5L L4 Engine 12627160 41 115 3 6L V6 Engine LGX 12646780 41 130 3 6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine LF4 12662396 41 147 Wiper Blades Driver Side 55 cm 21 7 in 22905714 Passenger Side 45 cm 17 7 in 25882578 ...

Page 381: ...ICE 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 382: ...d from outside The Vehicle Identification Number VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications 0 382 for the vehicle s...

Page 383: ... and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System Engine 2 0L L4 Engine 8 8 L 9 3 qt 2 5L L4 Engine without Additional Oil Capacity RPO V03 8 1 L 8 6 qt 2 5L L4 Engine with Additional Oil Capacity RPO V03 8 3 L 8 8 qt 3 6L V6 Engine without Additional Oil Cooler RPO KC4 10 0 L 10 6 qt 3 6L V6 Engine with Additional Oil Cooler RPO KC4 10...

Page 384: ... 6 6 L 7 0 qt Fuel Tank 62 5 L 16 5 gal Transfer Case AWD 0 78 L 0 80 qt Rear Axle with non limited slip 0 85 L 0 9 qt Rear Axle with limited slip 1 0 L 1 1 qt Rear Axle 226 mm Axle with Differential Oil Cooler 1 50 L 1 60 qt Electronic Limited Slip Differential eLSD Clutch System Lubricant V Series only 0 141 L 0 149 qt Wheel Nut Torque ATS 140 Y 100 lb ft Wheel Nut Torque ATS V 190 Y 140 lb ft A...

Page 385: ...DATA Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 0L L4 Engine LTG X Automatic Manual 0 9 mm 0 035 in 2 5L L4 Engine LCV A Automatic 1 1 mm 0 043 in 3 6L V6 Engine LGX S Automatic 0 80 0 90 mm 0 031 0 035 in 3 6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine LF4 Y Automatic Manual 0 75 0 90 mm 0 030 0 035 in ...

Page 386: ...llac ATS ATS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9956102 2017 crc 5 11 16 TECHNICAL DATA 385 Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 0L and 2 5L L4 Engines 3 6L V6 Engine LGX 3 6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine LF4 ...

Page 387: ...cording and Privacy 396 Event Data Recorders 396 OnStar 397 Infotainment System 397 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s sales or service departments Sometimes however despite the best intentio...

Page 388: ... administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with t...

Page 389: ...a Ontario L1H 8P7 The inquiry should be accompanied by the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance However if a customer wishes to write or e mail Cadillac the letter should be addressed to United States and Puerto Rico Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroi...

Page 390: ...nformation F Chat with online help representatives See my cadillac com to register your vehicle Cadillac Owner Centre Canada cadillacowner ca Visit the Cadillac Owner Centre Chat live with online help representatives Locate owner resources such as lease end financing and warranty information Retrieve favorite articles quizzes tips and multimedia galleries organized into the Featured Articles and A...

Page 391: ...icle is stuck in the sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Service to change a flat tire with a spare tire The spare tire if equipped must be in good condition and properly inflated It is your responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service to jump start a dead battery Trip Interruption Benefits and Service If your trip is interr...

Page 392: ... may be covered however any cost for parts and labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility Scheduling Service Appointments When the vehicle requires warranty service contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising the service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If the...

Page 393: ...ted rental agreement and meet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc Additional fees such as fuel usage charges taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair are also your responsibility It may not be possible to provide a like vehic...

Page 394: ...a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring the Vehicle Protect your investment in the GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance po...

Page 395: ...ecycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if the vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired...

Page 396: ...y that complies with Part 15 Part 18 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 216 220 251 310 ICES 001 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 The device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modif...

Page 397: ...er Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 In Canada call 1 888 446 2000 or write Canadian Cadillac Customer Care Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 General Motors of Canada Company 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy The vehicle has a number of computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how...

Page 398: ...ded In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR GM will not access these data or share it with others except with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request by police or similar g...

Page 399: ...ice and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle including location information See OnStar User Terms Privacy Statement and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada The OnStar system status light is next...

Page 400: ... connection to an OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency service providers direct them to your exact location and relay important information With OnStar Crisis Assist specially trained Advisors are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week to provide a central point of contact assistance and information during a crisis With Roadside Assistance Advisors can locate a nearby service provider to help ...

Page 401: ...hen a tone 2 Say Repeat System responds with the last direction given then responds with OnStar ready then a tone Get My Destination 1 Press System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my destination System responds with the address and distance to the destination then responds with OnStar ready then a tone Send Destination to Vehicle Subscribers can have directions sent to the vehicle s na...

Page 402: ...ect with an Advisor After initial set up your vehicle s Wi Fi hotspot will connect automatically to your mobile devices Manage data usage by turning Wi Fi on or off on your mobile device using the RemoteLink mobile app or by contacting an OnStar Advisor OnStar RemoteLink Mobile App If Equipped Download the OnStar RemoteLink mobile app to select Apple iOS Android BlackBerry or Windows mobile device...

Page 403: ...stem responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free Calling number is then says the number End a Call Press System responds Call ended Verify Minutes and Expiration Press and say Minutes then Verify to check how many minutes remain and their expiration date Diagnostics Advanced Diagnostics provides a status of ...

Page 404: ... available on most vehicles Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles For more information a full description of OnStar services system limitations and OnStar User Terms Privacy Statement and Software Terms Call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 See www onstar com U S See www onstar ca Canada Call TTY 1 877 248 2080 Press Q to speak with an Advisor OnStar services cannot work ...

Page 405: ... warranted as part of the vehicle warranty Languages The vehicle can be programmed to respond in multiple languages Press Q and ask for an Advisor Advisors are available in English Spanish and French Available languages may vary by country Potential Issues OnStar cannot perform Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the vehicle has been off continuously for 10 days without an igniti...

Page 406: ...t These updates or changes may enhance or maintain safety security or the operation of the vehicle or the vehicle systems Software updates or changes may affect or erase data or settings that are stored in the vehicle such as OnStar Hands Free Calling name tags saved navigation destinations or pre set radio stations Neither OnStar nor GM is responsible for any affected or erased data or settings T...

Page 407: ...OFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE Except as contained in this notice the name of a copyright holder shall not be used in advertising or otherwise to promote the sale use or other dealings in this Software without prior written authorization of the copyright holder unzip This is version 2005 Feb 10 of the Info ZIP copyright and license The definitive version of this document shou...

Page 408: ...thout inclusion of this license as long as the normal SFX banner has not been removed from the binary or disabled 3 Altered versions including but not limited to ports to new operating systems existing ports with new graphical interfaces and dynamic shared or static library versions must be plainly marked as such and must not be misrepresented as being the original source Such altered versions als...

Page 409: ...er Engine 297 Air Conditioning 197 200 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 206 Air Vents 205 Airbag System Check 83 How Does an Airbag Restrain 76 Passenger Sensing System 78 Airbag System cont d What Makes an Airbag Inflate 76 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 76 When Should an Airbag Inflate 75 Where Are the Airbags 73 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 82 Passenger Status Indicator 1...

Page 410: ...ade Replacement Wiper 311 Bluetooth Overview 185 187 191 Brake System Warning Light 123 Brakes 306 Antilock 237 Assist 240 Fluid 307 Parking 238 240 System Messages 136 Braking 209 Automatic Forward 266 Break In New Vehicle 222 Bulb Replacement 314 Back up Lamps 313 Halogen Bulbs 312 Headlamp Aiming 312 Headlamps 312 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 313 License Plate Lamps 314 Buying New Tire...

Page 411: ...ne Temperature Gauge 118 Engine Temperature Warning Light 126 Cooling 197 200 Cooling System 299 301 Engine Messages 137 Courtesy Lamps 163 Courtesy Transportation Program 391 Cruise Control 250 Light 129 Messages 136 Cruise Control Adaptive 252 Cupholders 102 Customer Assistance 388 Offices 388 Text Telephone TTY Users 388 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 394 Custome...

Page 412: ...artment Fuse Block 321 Emergency OnStar 399 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 297 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 121 Compartment Overview 286 Coolant 301 Coolant Heater 227 Coolant Temperature Gauge 118 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 126 Cooling System 299 301 Cooling System Messages 137 Drive Belt Routing 385 Exhaust 230 Oil Life System 295 Oil Messages 138 Oil Pressure Light 127 Overheating 304 ...

Page 413: ...hometer 117 Trip Odometer 117 Warning Lights and Indicators 113 General Information Service and Maintenance 366 Towing 276 Vehicle Care 283 Glove Box 101 H Halogen Bulbs 312 Hazard Warning Flashers 161 Head Restraints 54 Head up Display 132 Headlamps Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL 161 Aiming 312 Automatic 160 Bulb Replacement 312 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 160 Flash to Pass 160 High Intensity Discha...

Page 414: ... Battery Saver 165 License Plate 314 Malfunction Indicator 121 Messages 139 On Reminder 128 Reading 163 Lane Change Alert LCA 268 Lane Departure Warning LDW 270 Lane Keep Assist LKA 270 Lane Keep Assist Light 124 Lap Shoulder Belt 67 LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash 95 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 90 LED Lighting 313 Light Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL Light 128 Parking B...

Page 415: ...Manual Mode 233 Manual Transmission 235 Fluid 297 Matching Active Rev 236 Media Avoiding Untrusted Devices 176 Memory Features 13 Memory Seats 60 Messages Airbag System 144 Battery Voltage and Charging 135 Brake System 136 Compass 136 Door Ajar 137 Engine Cooling System 137 Engine Oil 138 Engine Power 138 Fuel System 138 Key and Lock 139 Lamp 139 Object Detection System 140 Ride Control System 142...

Page 416: ... 228 Parking 229 Brake 238 240 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 311 Extended 229 Over Things That Burn 229 Parking Assist 260 Parking Brake Light 123 Parking or Backing Assistance Systems 260 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 120 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 206 Passenger Sensing System 78 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 283 Performance Data Recorder PDR 180 Personalization Vehic...

Page 417: ...nt 395 Restraints Where to Put 89 Retained Accessory Power RAP 226 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 48 Ride Control Systems Limited Slip Rear Axle 249 Messages 142 Roads Driving Wet 216 Roadside Service 389 Roof Sunroof 52 Rotation Tires 336 Routing Engine Drive Belt 385 Run Flat Tires 325 Running the Vehicle While Parked 231 S Safety Belts 65 Care 71 Extender 70 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 66 Safety Be...

Page 418: ...ecial Application Services 373 Specifications and Capacities 382 Speedometer 117 StabiliTrak OFF Light 125 Start Assist Hill 241 Start Vehicle Remote 37 Starter Switch Check 310 Starting the Engine 224 Starting the Vehicle Messages 145 Steering 210 Heated Wheel 106 Wheel Adjustment 105 Wheel Controls 106 Storage Areas Armrest 102 Center Console 102 Glove Box 101 Instrument Panel 101 Storage Compar...

Page 419: ...26 Limited Slip Rear Axle 249 Off Light 125 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 241 Trademarks and License Agreements 195 Trailer Towing 278 280 Transmission Automatic 231 Fluid Automatic 296 Fluid Manual 297 Messages 145 Transportation Program Courtesy 391 Trip Odometer 117 Trunk 43 Turn and Lane Change Signals 162 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading 340 Universal Remote System 155 Operation...

Page 420: ...es and Indicators 113 Warnings Hazard Flashers 161 Washer Fluid 305 Messages 147 Washer Headlamps 108 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 341 Different Size 340 Replacement 342 When It Is Time for New Tires 338 Where to Put the Restraint 89 Wi Fi 400 Windows 49 Power 49 Windshield Replacement 312 Wiper Washer 107 Winter Driving 217 Winter Tires 324 Wiper Blade Replacement 311 Wireless Charging 111 ...

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