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Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-13060107) - 2020 -

CRC - 8/29/19

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DRIVING AND OPERATING

Driving and
Operating

Driving Information

Driving for Better Fuel

Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Track Events and Competitive

Driving (V-Series Only) . . . . . . . . . 151

Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 155
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

Starting and Operating

New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Composite Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Parking over Things

That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

Engine Exhaust

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Running the Vehicle While

Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . 169
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

Drive Systems

All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

Brakes

Electric Brake Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . 176
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Automatic Vehicle

Hold (AVH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Ride Control Systems

Traction Control/Electronic

Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179

Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Competitive Driving Mode . . . . . . . 186
Limited-Slip Differential . . . . . . . . . 187

Cruise Control

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . 191

Driver Assistance Systems

Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . 199
Assistance Systems for Parking

or Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

Rear Pedestrian Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Assistance Systems for

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

Forward Collision Alert (FCA)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

Automatic Emergency

Braking (AEB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212

Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . 215
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . 215
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . 217

Fuel

Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Recommended Fuel (LSY 2.0L L4

Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220

Recommended Fuel (LGY 3.0L

V6 Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220

Summary of Contents for CT5 2020

Page 1: ... Introduction 2 Keys Doors and Windows 7 Seats and Restraints 38 Storage 88 Instruments and Controls 91 Lighting 130 Infotainment System 138 Climate Controls 139 Driving and Operating 146 Vehicle Care 232 Service and Maintenance 296 Technical Data 307 Customer Information 312 Index 316 ...

Page 2: ...e purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Danger Warning and Caution Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them Danger Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death Warning Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or deat...

Page 3: ...Antilock Brake System ABS Brake System Warning Light 9 Dispose of Used Components Properly P Do Not Apply High Pressure Water B Engine Coolant Temperature _ Flame Fire Prohibited H Flammable Forward Collision Alert R Fuse Block Cover Lock Location Fuses j ISOFIX LATCH System Child Restraints Q Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly Installed Lane Change Alert Lane Departure Warning A Lane Keep Assist Mal...

Page 4: ...Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13060107 2020 CRC 8 29 19 4 INTRODUCTION Instrument Panel Overview ...

Page 5: ...ssistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 201 11 Hazard Warning Flashers 0 133 12 Infotainment Controls See Infotainment 0 138 13 Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission 0 169 14 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 179 Automatic Vehicle Hold AVH 0 178 Stop Start Disable Switch See Starting the Engine 0 163 MODE Switch See Driver Mode Control 0 181 15 Steering Wheel Controls 0 92 Driver...

Page 6: ...Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13060107 2020 CRC 8 29 19 6 INTRODUCTION 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ... 28 Power Mirrors 28 Folding Mirrors 29 Heated Mirrors 30 Automatic Dimming Mirror 30 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 30 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 31 Manual Rearview Mirror 31 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 31 Rear Camera Mirror 31 Windows Windows 33 Power Windows 34 Sun Visors 35 Roof Sunroof 36 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with a remote key is dangerous and ...

Page 8: ... remote key operating range Check the distance The remote key may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the remote key battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If the remote key is still not working correctly see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation The Keyless Ac...

Page 9: ...t button press See Vehicle Personalization 0 121 When remotely unlocking the vehicle at night the headlamps and back up lamps will come on for about 30 seconds to light your approach to the vehicle The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking If equipped with remote window operation press and hold K on the remote key for about three seconds to open all windows or Q to close all windo...

Page 10: ...nked to seating positions of memory 1 or 2 See Memory Seats 0 43 Keyless Unlocking Locking from the Driver Door Driver Door Lock Button Shown Passenger Similar When the doors are locked and the remote key is within 1 m 3 ft of the door handle touching the driver door handle inside sensor will unlock the driver door Touching the driver door outside handle sensor will lock the doors Driver Door Lock...

Page 11: ... Vehicle Personalization 0 121 Passive Walkaway Locking The Keyless Access system will lock the vehicle several seconds after all doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at least one remote key has been removed or none remain in the vehicle If equipped the fuel door will also lock If other electronic devices interfere with the remote key signal the vehicle may not detect the key inside the vehi...

Page 12: ...can be purchased and programmed through your dealer When the replacement remote key is programmed to this vehicle all remaining remote keys must also be reprogrammed Any lost or stolen remote keys will no longer work once the new remote key is programmed Starting the Vehicle with a Low Remote Key Battery For improved vehicle security the remote key is equipped with a motion sensor When starting th...

Page 13: ...ures above 59 C 138 F Caution When replacing the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on the remote key Static from your body could damage the remote key Caution Always replace the battery with the correct type Replacing the battery with an incorrect type could potentially create a risk of battery explosion Dispose of used batteries according to instructions and local laws Do not attempt to b...

Page 14: ...the previous settings during a remote start The rear window defogger may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions The rear defog indicator light does not come on during remote start If equipped the heated and ventilated front seats may also come on when the vehicle personalization setting is enabled See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 45 If equipped with a remote start heat...

Page 15: ...15 minutes or after the remainder of the 30 minute total running time is used unless you stop the remote start before engine running has completed or the vehicle is turned on 3 Press the brake pedal and turn the ignition on to drive the vehicle Additional Engine Run Time Remote start can be used for up to 30 minutes of total engine run time After two remote starts of 15 minutes or multiple shorter...

Page 16: ...en you slow down or stop the vehicle Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening Always take your remote key with you when exiting the vehicle to prevent being locked out To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle Press Q or K on the remote key See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 8 Use the mechanical key in the driver door The key lock cylinder is covered with a ca...

Page 17: ...dle and push upward all the way until the cover frees Do not pry or pull on the key 2 Remove the cover 3 Insert the mechanical key in the cylinder 4 Turn the mechanical key clockwise until it stops 5 Slowly turn the mechanical key counterclockwise while pulling the handle to unlatch the door 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 if the door does not fully open To replace the cap 1 Align the top edge of the cover...

Page 18: ...s are closed Delayed locking can only be turned on when the Open Door Anti Lockout feature has been turned off When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch with the door open a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active The doors will then lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed If a door is reopened before five seconds have elapsed the five second...

Page 19: ... Lockout If Open Door Anti Lockout has been turned on and the vehicle is off the driver door is open and locking is requested all the doors will lock and the driver door will remain unlocked The Open Door Anti Lockout feature can be turned on or off See Vehicle Personalization 0 121 Safety Locks Manual Safety Locks The safety lock is on the inside edge of the rear doors To use the safety lock 1 Mo...

Page 20: ...trument panel Adjust the climate control system to 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 0 168 Manual Trunk To release the trunk the vehicle must be off or in P Park Press on the...

Page 21: ...ustomized See Vehicle Personalization 0 121 Choose from the following On Open Only The kicking motion is activated to open the trunk Off The feature is disabled To operate kick your foot straight up in one swift motion under the center of the rear bumper at the location of the projected logo then pull it back Do not sweep your foot side to side Do not keep your foot under the bumper it will not ac...

Page 22: ... projected logo will not work under these conditions The vehicle battery is low The transmission is not in P Park Hands Free Trunk Control is set to Off in vehicle personalization See Vehicle Personalization 0 121 The vehicle remains parked for 10 days or more with no remote key use or Keyless Access operation To re enable press any button on the remote key or open and close a vehicle door The pro...

Page 23: ... Operative Off until remote key button press or a door is opened and closed Remote key brought in and out of projected logo detection zone five times or more within 10 minutes Operative Off for one hour or until remote key button press or a door is opened and closed Vehicle remains parked for 10 days or more Operative Off until remote key button press or a door is opened and closed Vehicle battery...

Page 24: ...s handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside After pulling the emergency trunk release handle push the handle back into the bezel Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft deterrent features however they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has an anti theft alarm system The indicator light on the in...

Page 25: ...d The alarm will also be activated if a passenger door the trunk or the hood is opened without first disarming the system When the alarm is activated the turn signals flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds The alarm system will then re arm to monitor the next unauthorized event Disarming the Alarm System To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated Press K on t...

Page 26: ... before leaving the vehicle Inclination and Intrusion Sensor Disable Switch It is recommended that the intrusion and inclination sensor be deactivated if pets are left in the vehicle or the vehicle is being transported With the vehicle turned off press o in the front overhead console The indicator light will come on momentarily indicating that these sensors have been disabled for the next alarm sy...

Page 27: ...or disarmed The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the vehicle is turned off The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition is turned on or to ACC ACCESSORY and a valid remote key is present in the vehicle The security light in the instrument cluster comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system The system has one or more remote keys matched to ...

Page 28: ... deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Warning A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the next lane you could hit a vehicle that is driving next to you Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes 1 Wide View Side 2 Convex Side The driver outside mirror has two si...

Page 29: ...mage when going through an automatic car wash Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Power Folding Mirrors If equipped press g to power fold the mirrors Press g again to unfold Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors Reset the power folding mirrors if The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding They are accidentally manually folded unfolded The mirrors do not stay in t...

Page 30: ...Entry RKE System Operation 0 8 3 If passive locking is enabled and doors are locked by that feature the mirrors will fold See Passive Locking in Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 8 This feature is turned on or off through vehicle personalization See Vehicle Personalization 0 121 Heated Mirrors If equipped with heated mirrors K The rear window defogger also heats the outside mirrors See D...

Page 31: ...pped the rearview mirror automatically dims to reduce the glare of the headlamps from behind This feature comes on when the vehicle is started Rear Camera Mirror If equipped this automatic dimming mirror provides a wide angle camera view of the area behind the vehicle Pull the tab to turn on the display Push the tab to turn it off When off the mirror is automatic dimming Adjust the mirror for a cl...

Page 32: ...Rear Camera Mirror RCM has a limited view Portions of the road vehicles and other objects may not be seen Do not drive or park the vehicle using only this camera Objects may appear closer than they are Check the outside mirrors or glance over your shoulder when making lane changes or merging Failure to use proper care may result in injury death or vehicle damage ...

Page 33: ...obstruct objects from view If needed push the tab to turn off the display Dirt snow or other debris blocks the camera lens Clean the lens with a soft damp cloth The camera s mounting on the vehicle has been damaged and or the position or the mounting angle of the camera has changed Windows Warning Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed i...

Page 34: ... See Keys 0 7 Power windows work when the ignition is on in ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 165 Using the window switch press to open or pull to close the window The windows may be temporarily disabled if they are used repeatedly within a short time Window Lockout With Folding Mirrors Without Folding Mirrors Similar This feature stops...

Page 35: ...that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path When the engine is on override the automatic reversal system by pulling and holding the window switch if conditions prevent it from closing Programming the Power Windows Programming may be necessary if the vehicle battery has been disconnected or discharged If the window is unable to express up program each express close window 1 Close ...

Page 36: ...d release D 1 to express open to the fully open position Pull and release D 1 to express close Press or pull D 1 again to stop at the desired location Sunshade Operation Press and release C 2 to express open Pull and release C 2 to express close Press or pull C 2 again to stop at the desired location Sunroof Vent Operation Press and release E 3 to vent the sunroof Pull and release E 3 to close the...

Page 37: ...operate sunroof while express is disabled the switch must be either pressed or pulled and held Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise It could also plug the water drainage system Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth mil...

Page 38: ... Crash 56 Airbag System Airbag System 57 Where Are the Airbags 59 When Should an Airbag Inflate 60 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 61 How Does an Airbag Restrain 61 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 62 Passenger Sensing System 63 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 67 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 67 Airbag System Check 68 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash 68 Ch...

Page 39: ...sh Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions The height of the head restraint can be adjusted To raise or lower the head restraint press the button located on the side of the head restraint and pull up or push the head restraint down and release the button Pull and push on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure tha...

Page 40: ... Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving Warning The power seats will work with the ignition off Children could operate the power seats and be injured Never leave children alone in the vehicle To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding t...

Page 41: ...ver seat to help the driver avoid crashes Obstructions If something has blocked the seat during movement the movement may stop Remove the obstruction and try the adjustment again If movement is still not available see your dealer Lumbar Adjustment 1 To adjust lumbar support if equipped Press Up 1 to move lumbar support upward Press Rearward 2 to move lumbar support rearward Press Down 3 to move lu...

Page 42: ...gerous Even when buckled up the seat belts cannot do their job The shoulder belt will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in mo...

Page 43: ...current driver s remote key number 1 8 See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 8 Only remote keys 1 and 2 can be used for automatic memory recalls A Driver Information Center DIC welcome message indicating the remote key number may display for the first few ignition cycles following a remote key change For Seat Entry Memory to work properly save the positions to the memory button 1 or 2 ma...

Page 44: ... two beeps sound If too much time passes between releasing SET and pressing 1 the memory position will not be saved and two beeps will not sound Repeat Steps 3 and 4 1 or 2 corresponds to the driver number See Identifying Driver Number previously in this section 5 Repeat Steps 1 4 for a second driver using 1 or 2 To save the position for B and Seat Exit Memory features repeat Steps 1 4 using B Thi...

Page 45: ...utton or try the other remote key Seat Exit Memory Seat Exit Memory is not linked to a remote key The position saved to B is used for all drivers To turn Seat Exit Memory on or off see Vehicle Personalization Settings previously in this section and Vehicle Personalization 0 121 If turned on the position saved to B is automatically recalled when one of the following occurs The vehicle is turned off...

Page 46: ... turned on the symbol turns red When a ventilated seat is turned on the symbol turns blue The passenger seat may take longer to heat up Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats If the vehicle is equipped with auto heated or ventilated seats and the engine is running this feature will automatically activate the heated or ventilated seats at the level required by the vehicle s interior temperature The activ...

Page 47: ...21 Massage If equipped the ignition must be on to use the massage feature To turn the massage feature on or off press the massage control button Rear Seats Rear Seat Reminder If equipped the message REAR SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays under certain conditions indicating there may be an item or passenger in the rear seat Check before exiting the vehicle This feature will activate when a s...

Page 48: ...moving Caution Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the seat belts Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat To fold the seatback 1 Disconnect the rear seat belt mini latch using a key in the slot on the mini buckle and let the belt retract 2 Pull the lever on top of the seatback towar...

Page 49: ...cked in place 2 Push and pull the top of the seatback to be sure it is locked into position 3 Reconnect the center seat belt mini latch to the mini buckle Do not let the belt twist 4 Pull on the center seat belt to make sure the mini latch is secure 5 Repeat the steps to raise the other seatback if necessary When the seat is not in use it should be kept in the upright locked position Seat Belts Th...

Page 50: ... belts That is why wearing seat belts makes such good sense Questions and Answers About Seat Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a seat belt A You could be whether you are wearing a seat 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 hav...

Page 51: ...position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body...

Page 52: ...at such as trim around the rear seatback folding handle or side airbag In a crash pinched seat belts might not be able to provide adequate protection Never allow seat belts to be routed under plastic trim pieces Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder belt If you are using a rear seating position with a detachable seat belt and the seat belt is not attached see R...

Page 53: ...s occurs let the belt go back all the way and start again If the locking feature stays engaged after letting the belt go back to stowed position on the seat move the seat rearward or recline the seat until the shoulder belt retractor lock releases Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the front outboard seating position may affect the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System...

Page 54: ...st a seat belt damage can occur to both the seat belt and the vehicle Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it The belt should be close to but not contacting the neck Improper shoulder belt height adjus...

Page 55: ...uring the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal near frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met Seat belt pretensioners can also help tighten the seat belts in a side crash or a rollover event Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash the pretensioners and probably other parts of the vehicle s seat belt system will need ...

Page 56: ...he latch plate on the webbing If the twist cannot be corrected ask your dealer to fix it Make sure the seat belt reminder light is working See Seat Belt Reminders 0 103 Keep seat belts clean and dry See Seat Belt Care 0 56 Seat Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry Seat belts should be properly cared for and maintained Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and free of dust or debris As necessary exte...

Page 57: ...ounted side impact airbag for the driver A seat mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger A roof rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the front outboard passenger All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployme...

Page 58: ... be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to any airbag as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward Seat belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear a seat belt even with airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle The seat belts and the front outboard passenger airbags...

Page 59: ...ing wheel The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel The driver knee airbag is below the steering column The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the glove box Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The driver and front outboard passenger seat mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door ...

Page 60: ...ag Inflate This vehicle is equipped with airbags See Airbag System 0 57 Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system s deployment threshold Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants The vehicle has electronic sensors that help the airbag system determine the sev...

Page 61: ...rontal impact In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs What Makes an Airbag Inflate In a deployment event the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover The inflator the airbag and rel...

Page 62: ...roblems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment you should seek medical attention The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate The fe...

Page 63: ... on the overhead console when the vehicle is started The symbols for on and off will be visible during the system check When the system check is complete either the symbol for on or off will be visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 105 The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by...

Page 64: ...outboard passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines an infant is present in a child restraint A front outboard passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag the off indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are off See Passenger Airbag St...

Page 65: ...Seat 0 84 or Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat 0 82 Make sure the seat belt retractor is locked by pulling the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor when installing the child restraint even if the child restraint is equipped with a seat belt lock off When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 5 If after reinstal...

Page 66: ...ocking feature will be engaged This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for some adult sized occupants If this happens unbuckle the belt let the belt go back all the way and then buckle the belt again without pulling the belt out all the way 6 Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the on indicator is...

Page 67: ...everal places around the vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system Warning For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the ...

Page 68: ...itional important information If the vehicle must be modified because you have a disability and have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle s airbag system or if you have questions about whether the airbag system will be affected if the vehicle is modified for any other reason see your dealer Airbag System Check The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled mainten...

Page 69: ...r belt until the child passes the fit test below Sit all the way back on the seat Do the knees bend at the seat edge If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear seat belt comfort guide if available See Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt 0 52 If a comfort guide i...

Page 70: ... out of the vehicle Older children need to use seat belts properly Warning Never allow more than one child to wear the same seat belt The seat belt cannot properly spread the impact forces In a crash they can Continued Warning Continued be crushed together and seriously injured A seat belt must be used by only one person at a time Warning Never allow a child to wear the seat belt with the shoulder...

Page 71: ...en the belt is to cut it Continued Warning Continued Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the seat belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Neither the vehicle seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Children who are not restrained properly ...

Page 72: ...ch type of child restraint there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle The instruction manual that is provided with the child restraint states the weight and height limitations for that particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of child restraints available for children with special needs Warning...

Page 73: ... acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Restraint A forward facing child restraint provides restraint for the child s body with the harness Booster Seats A belt positioning booster seat is used for children who have outgrown their forward facing child restraint Boosters are designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s seat belt system until the child is large enou...

Page 74: ...ruction labels provided on the child restraint 2 Instruction manual provided with the child restraint 3 This vehicle owner s manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properl...

Page 75: ... came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle Child restraints and booster seats vary considerably in size and some may fit in certain seating positions better than others Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint you may not be able to access adjacent seat belts or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child restrain...

Page 76: ... with the proper positioning of the lap shoulder belt on the child Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the seat belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether ...

Page 77: ...Forward Facing Child Restraint Greater than 29 5 kg 65 lb X See Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat 0 84 or Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat 0 82 Child restraints built after March 2014 will be labeled with the specific child weight up to which the LATCH system can be used to install the restraint The following explains how to attach a child ...

Page 78: ...d restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment hook 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top t...

Page 79: ...ther anchors are behind the rear seat on the filler panel Open the covers to access the anchors Be sure to use an anchor located directly behind the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child res...

Page 80: ...ll 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 and tightened around a child s neck the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it Buckle any unused seat belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them Pull the shoulder belt...

Page 81: ...hed attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor 2 2 Open the top tether anchor cover to expose the anchor 2 3 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a he...

Page 82: ... child restraint resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash see your dealer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash new LATCH system parts may be needed New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the...

Page 83: ...int needs to be installed in the rear seat be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint 0 74 1 Put the child restraint on the seat If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint see your dealer for assistance 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat belt through or around the child restraint The child restraint instruct...

Page 84: ...ld in place To check grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it Securin...

Page 85: ...it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System 0 63 for additional information If the child restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 75 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...

Page 86: ... release button on the buckle away from the child restraint so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor It may be necessary to slide the adjustable stop along the webbing toward the outboard anchor to fully tighten ...

Page 87: ...t out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions If the airbags are off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started If a child...

Page 88: ...Safety Kit 90 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Glove Box Pull the handle from the side to open the glove box Close until it latches Use the vehicle key to lock or unlock Cupholders Cupholders in the center console have a retractable cover Do not place items on the...

Page 89: ...n Do not remove the card from the holder See the infotainment manual Press the button and lift to access the storage area There is an accessory power outlet two USB ports and an SD card slot inside See the infotainment manual If equipped there is a removable phone holder to store a phone and the cord while charging Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs The cargo tie downs can be used to secu...

Page 90: ...e in intervals specified by its manufacturer Periodically check The internal pressure is still indicated by the green operating zone of the pressure gauge The lead seal is not breached The extinguisher validity is not expired Continued Warning Continued If the fire extinguisher is put to use or if there is an issue with its operation replace the extinguisher with a new one that meets current count...

Page 91: ...06 Brake System Warning Light 108 Electric Parking Brake Light 108 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 108 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 109 Automatic Vehicle Hold AVH Light 109 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 109 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 110 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator 110 Traction Off Light 110 StabiliTrak OFF Light 110 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 111 Driver Mode Control Li...

Page 92: ...ontrol up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving To set the power tilt wheel memory position see Memory Seats 0 43 Steering Wheel Controls The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls See Steering Wheel Control...

Page 93: ...on automatically if the exterior lamp control is in AUTO See Wiper Activated Headlamps later in this section OFF Use to turn the wipers off 1X For a single wipe briefly move the wiper lever down For several wipes hold the wiper lever down n L Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers The wipers will continue until the lever is released or t...

Page 94: ...is turned off Compass The vehicle may have a compass display on the Driver Information Center DIC The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioning System GPS antenna StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control ESC and vehicle speed information The compass system is designed to operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before needing a signal from the G...

Page 95: ...On Electrical Equipment 0 230 Caution Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only such as cell phone charge cords Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 15 amps rating Wireless Charging The vehicle may have a wireless...

Page 96: ...Place the smartphone face up on the symbol on the charging pad To maximize the charge rate ensure the smartphone is fully seated and centered in the holder with nothing under it A thick smartphone case may prevent the wireless charger from working or may reduce the charging performance See your dealer for additional information 3 A green next to the V will appear on the infotainment display This i...

Page 97: ...disclaimer 2 Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and or other materials provided with the distribution 3 Neither the name of the copyright holder nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permissi...

Page 98: ...htray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Some warning li...

Page 99: ...Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13060107 2020 CRC 8 29 19 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 99 Instrument Cluster Base Level ...

Page 100: ...Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13060107 2020 CRC 8 29 19 100 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Uplevel ...

Page 101: ...evious track Navigation If there is no active route press enter to access the Recents or Favorites list If there is an active route press the thumbwheel to cancel or resume route guidance mute or unmute voice guidance or access the Recents or Favorites list Phone In the Phone menu if there is no active phone call view recent calls or scroll through contacts If there is an active call mute the phon...

Page 102: ... Software Information Displays open source software information Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle s speed in kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph This vehicle is equipped with an overspeed warning device When the vehicle s speed reaches 120 km h 75 mph a chime will sound A message also displays in the Driver Information Center DIC Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehic...

Page 103: ...takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on and goes back to empty when the ignitio...

Page 104: ...times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the passenger seat belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light comes on The front passenger seat 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 device To turn off the reminder light and or chime remove the object from t...

Page 105: ...ssenger frontal airbag and knee airbag If the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag are allowed to inflate If the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag If after several seconds ...

Page 106: ...em before any problem is noticeable Being aware of the light and seeking service promptly when it comes on may prevent damage Caution If the vehicle is driven continually with this light on the emission control system may not work as well the fuel economy may be lower and the vehicle may not run smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Mo...

Page 107: ...t one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off See Recommended Fuel LSY 2 0L L4 Engine 0 220 or Recommended Fuel LGY 3 0L V6 Engine 0 220 If the light remains on see your dealer Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs If the vehicle requires an Emissions Inspection Maintenance test the test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC The DLC is under the ...

Page 108: ... Warning The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service Electric Parking Brake Light The parking brake status light comes on when the parking brake is applied If th...

Page 109: ... on If the ABS warning light is the only light on the vehicle has regular brakes but ABS is not functioning If both the ABS warning light and the brake system warning light are on ABS is not functioning and there is a problem with the regular brakes See your dealer for service See Brake System Warning Light 0 108 Automatic Vehicle Hold AVH Light This light comes on when AVH is actively holding the...

Page 110: ...nt of the vehicle See Front Pedestrian Braking FPB System 0 213 Traction Off Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light then turns off The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System TCS has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS StabiliTrak Ele...

Page 111: ...t come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light is on and not flashing the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak ESC system have been disabled A Driver Information Center DIC message may display Check the DIC messages to determine which feature s is no longer functioning and whether the vehicle requires service If the li...

Page 112: ...ut a minute and then stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS If the problem is not corrected the light will come on at every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 274 Engine Oil Pressure Light Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Ch...

Page 113: ...does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light stays on and the engine does not start there could be a problem with the theft deterrent system See Immobilizer Operation 0 27 High Beam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 0 132 IntelliBeam Light ...

Page 114: ...ol Light This light comes on when Adaptive Cruise Control if equipped is active See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 191 Door Ajar Light This light comes on when a door is open or not securely latched Before driving check that all doors are properly closed Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC The DIC is displayed in the instrument cluster It shows the status of many vehicle systems S or T P...

Page 115: ...e speed in either kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph Trip 1 or Trip 2 and Average Fuel Economy The Trip display shows the current distance traveled in either kilometers km or miles mi since the trip odometer was last reset The trip odometer can be reset by pressing V and selecting yes or no while this display is active The Average Fuel Economy display shows the approximate average lite...

Page 116: ...hen the REPLACE SOON message displays the engine air filter should be replaced at the earliest convenience The Air Filter Life display must be reset after the engine air filter replacement To reset see Engine Air Filter Life System 0 243 Brake Pad Life This displays an estimate of the remaining life of the front and rear brake pads Messages will display based on brake pad wear and the state of the...

Page 117: ...select Blank Page Allows for no information to be displayed in the cluster info display areas Head Up Display HUD Warning If the HUD image is too bright or too high in your field of view it 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...

Page 118: ...up and down not side to side Press to select the display view Each press will change the display view D Lift and hold to brighten the display Press and hold to dim the display Continue to hold 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 d...

Page 119: ...Audio Phone View This displays digital speed indicators from speed view along with audio phone information vehicle ahead indicator Lane Departure Warning Lane Keep Assist Adaptive Cruise Control and set speed The current radio station media type and incoming calls will be displayed All HUD views may briefly display audio information when the driver uses the steering wheel controls to adjust the au...

Page 120: ...e ignition is on check that Nothing is covering the HUD lens The HUD brightness setting is not too dim or too bright The HUD is adjusted to the proper height Polarized sunglasses are not worn The windshield and HUD lens are clean If the HUD image is not correct contact your dealer The windshield is part of the HUD system If the windshield needs replacing see Windshield Replacement 0 257 Vehicle Me...

Page 121: ...atedly the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible Under certain operating conditions propulsion will be disabled Try restarting after the vehicle has been off for 30 seconds Vehicle Speed Messages SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM H MPH This message shows that the vehicle speed has been limited to the speed displayed The limited speed is a protection for various propulsion an...

Page 122: ...itions or style Touch Tour Sport or Track Climate and Air Quality Touch and the following may display Auto Fan Speed Air Quality Sensor Auto Cooled Seats Auto Heated Seats Auto Defog Auto Rear Defog Auto Fan Speed This setting specifies the amount of airflow when the climate control fan setting is Auto Fan Touch Low Medium or High Air Quality Sensor This setting switches the system into Recirculat...

Page 123: ...les all FCA and AEB functions With the Alert and Brake setting both FCA and AEB are available The Alert setting disables AEB See Automatic Emergency Braking AEB 0 212 Touch Off Alert or Alert and Brake Front Pedestrian Detection This feature may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes with nearby pedestrians See Front Pedestrian Braking FPB System 0 213 Touch Off Alert or Alert a...

Page 124: ...he engine is turned off See Reverse Tilt Mirrors 0 30 Touch Off On Driver and Passenger On Driver or On Passenger Remote Mirror Folding This setting adjusts the outside mirrors when locking and unlocking the vehicle Press Q on the remote key or lock button on the door handle to fold the mirrors in Press K on the remote key or unlock button on the door handle to unfold the mirrors See Folding Mirro...

Page 125: ...emote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Lock Feedback Remote Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Remote Window Operation Passive Door Unlock Passive Door Lock Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Remote Removed from Vehicle Alert Remote Unlock Light Feedback This setting flashes the exterior lamps when the vehicle is unlocked with the remote key Touch Off or Flash Lights Remot...

Page 126: ...ration 0 8 Touch Off On with Horn Chirp or On Remote Left in Vehicle Alert This feature sounds an alert when the remote key is left in the vehicle This menu also enables Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert Touch Off or On Remote Removed from Vehicle Alert This feature beeps the horn 3 times when exiting a running vehicle with the remote key Touch Off or On Seating Position Touch and the following ma...

Page 127: ...s 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 Universal Remote system It may help to have another person assist ...

Page 128: ... release both buttons Some garage door openers may require substitution of Step 2 with the procedure under Programming for 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 when the button i...

Page 129: ...te 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 Proceed with Step 3 under Programming the Universal Remote System to compl...

Page 130: ...34 Courtesy Lamps 135 Dome Lamps 135 Reading Lamps 135 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 136 Exit Lighting 136 Battery Load Management 136 Battery Power Protection 137 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 137 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the turn signal lever Turn the control to the following positions O Turns off the exterior lamps The knob returns to the AUT...

Page 131: ...nter of the windshield that automatically controls the system Keep this area of the windshield clear of debris to allow for best system performance The high beam headlamps remain on under the automatic control until one of the following situations occurs The system detects an approaching vehicle s headlamps The system detects a preceding vehicle s taillamps The outside light is bright enough that ...

Page 132: ...eadlamp High Low Beam Changer 3 Push the turn signal lever away from you and release to turn the high beams on To return to low beams push the lever again or pull it toward you and release This indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when the high beam headlamps are on Flash to Pass To flash the high beams pull the turn signal lever toward you and release Daytime Running Lamps DRL DRL c...

Page 133: ...l brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 134 When it is bright enough outside the headlamps will turn off The automatic 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 AU...

Page 134: ...f after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal function may be inoperative This vehicle may be equipped with LED lighting For replacement of any LED lighting contact your dealer Cornering Lamps If equipped with cornering lamps they automatically come on when all of the following occur The low beam headlamps are on The turn signals are activated or th...

Page 135: ...operate press the following buttons j OFF Press to turn off the dome lamps when a door is open An indicator light on the button will turn on when the dome lamp override is activated Press j OFF again to deactivate this feature and the indicator light will turn off The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened ON OFF Press to turn the dome lamps on and off manually Reading Lamps There are front...

Page 136: ...approach detection will be disabled To reactivate press any button on the remote key or open and close all vehicle doors to re enable the entry lighting feature on approach Approach detection will not work if The vehicle battery is low The ignition is on or in ACC ACCESSORY Entry lighting is set to Off See Vehicle Locator Lights under Vehicle Personalization 0 121 Approach detection will not work ...

Page 137: ...t excessive discharge of the battery It does this by balancing the generator s output and the vehicle s electrical needs It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power whenever needed It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories Normally these actions occur in steps or levels without being noticeable In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action this action ...

Page 138: ...dio audio players phone navigation system and voice or speech recognition It also includes information on settings Active Noise Cancellation ANC If equipped ANC reduces engine noise in the vehicle s interior ANC requires the factory installed audio system radio speakers amplifier if equipped induction system and exhaust system to work properly Deactivation is required by your dealer if related aft...

Page 139: ...ystems Dual Automatic Climate Control System 139 Air Vents Air Vents 144 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter 145 Service 145 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The climate control buttons on the center stack and on the climate control display are used to adjust the heating cooling and ventilation ...

Page 140: ...rols 5 Fan Control 6 Passenger Temperature Controls 7 A C Air Conditioning 8 Recirculation 9 SYNC Synchronized Temperature 10 Defrost 11 Rear Window Defogger Climate Control Display 1 Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2 Driver and Passenger Temperature Displays 3 Fan Control 4 Sync Synchronized Temperature 5 Recirculation 6 Air Delivery Mode Control 7 Auto Automatic Operation 8 A C Air Con...

Page 141: ...Defrost mode Extreme temperature settings such as 15 C 60 F or 32 C 90 F High fan speed settings To help reduce fuel usage Use the full automatic control as described under Automatic Operation Select a temperature setting that is higher in hot weather and lower in cold weather Turn off the air conditioning when it is not needed Only use defrost to clear the windows Automatic Operation The system a...

Page 142: ... return to automatic operation Driver and Passenger Temperature Control The temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the passenger Press w x to increase or decrease the temperature SYNC Press to link the passenger and rear climate temperature settings if equipped to the driver setting The SYNC indicator light will turn on When the passenger or rear climate temperature settings are...

Page 143: ...on or off An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on The rear window defogger only works when the ignition is on The defogger turns off if the ignition is turned to off or ACC ACCESSORY Caution Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window can damage the rear window defogger Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not...

Page 144: ... system uses the information from these sensors to maintain comfort settings by adjusting the outlet temperature fan speed and air delivery mode The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun The recirculation mode will also be used as needed to maintain cool outlet temperatures Air Vents Adjustable air vents are in the center and on the sides of the instrument pan...

Page 145: ... should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Maintenance Schedule 0 297 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 serviced by trained and certified technicians The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one ...

Page 146: ...ne Exhaust 168 Running the Vehicle While Parked 169 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 169 Manual Mode 174 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 175 Brakes Electric Brake Boost 176 Antilock Brake System ABS 176 Electric Parking Brake 176 Brake Assist 178 Hill Start Assist HSA 178 Automatic Vehicle Hold AVH 178 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 179 Driver Mode Co...

Page 147: ...gine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions are appropriate use cruise control Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require Keep vehicle tires properly inflated Combine several trips into a single trip Replace the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance ...

Page 148: ...mation on using that system and the navigation system if equipped including pairing and using a cell phone Defensive Driving Defensive driving means always expect the unexpected The first step in driving defensively is to wear the seat belt See Seat Belts 0 49 Assume that other road users pedestrians bicyclists and other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they may d...

Page 149: ...d is less at slower speeds to make the vehicle more maneuverable and easier to park At faster speeds the steering effort increases to provide a sport like feel to the steering This provides maximum control and stability Electric Power Steering The vehicle has electric power steering It does not have power steering fluid Regular maintenance is not required If power steering assist is lost due to a ...

Page 150: ...vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement 2 Turn the steering wheel about one eighth of a turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge 3 Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Loss of Control Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle s three control systems Braking Skid wheels are not rolling Steering or Cornering Skid too muc...

Page 151: ... drivers and should not be used on public roads High speed driving aggressive cornering hard braking and other high performance driving can be dangerous Improper driver inputs for the conditions may result in loss of control of the vehicle which could injure or kill you or others Always drive safely Track events and competitive driving may affect the vehicle warranty See the warranty manual before...

Page 152: ...e degraded See Prohibited Fuels 0 220 Automatic Transmission Fluid Have the transmission fluid set to the track specific oil level prior to track usage Transmission fluid should be changed after every 15 hours of track usage Any transmission level set or change should be performed at your dealer Brakes Brake Fluid For track events and competitive driving it is recommended that the brake fluid be r...

Page 153: ... boil The system increases brake pedal effort and travel and will also limit vehicle speed The driver should immediately start a cool down lap if on the track If this message displays take the vehicle to be serviced at your dealer Racing Track Brake Burnishing Procedure Caution Brake fade will occur during this track burnish procedure and can cause brake pedal travel and force to increase This cou...

Page 154: ...ce the tire tread life Driving and Operating Warning Operating the vehicle at high speeds can be dangerous Improper tire inflation pressure can put additional strain on the tires and can cause a sudden failure Make sure the tires are in excellent condition and use the correct cold tire inflation pressure for the vehicle load and track course Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehic...

Page 155: ...ugh mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain Tips include Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape Check all fluid levels and brakes tires cooling system and transmission Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills Warning Using the brakes to slow the vehicle on a long downhill slope can cause brake overheating can reduce brake performance and could result in...

Page 156: ...e or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear Avoid sudden steering maneuvers and braking while on ice Turn off cruise control Blizzard Conditions Stop the vehicle in a safe place and signal for help Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe Turn on the hazard warning flashers Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror Warn...

Page 157: ...artment fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km h 35 mph Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels Turn off any traction system Shift back and forth between R Reverse and a low forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible To prevent transmission wear wait until the whee...

Page 158: ...n 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 Tires 0 267 and Tire Pressure 0 271 There is also important loading information...

Page 159: ...t may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle See Trailer Towing 0 227 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and ...

Page 160: ...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 area of ...

Page 161: ...y be higher than normal during the first 2 400 km 1 500 mi To break in new tires drive at moderate speeds and avoid hard cornering for the first 300 km 200 mi New tires do not have maximum traction and may tend to slip New brake linings also need a break in period Avoid making hard stops during the first 300 km 200 mi This is recommended every time brake linings are replaced Composite Materials Th...

Page 162: ... Accessory Power RAP will remain active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 165 If the vehicle is in R Reverse D Drive or M Manual Mode the vehicle will shift to P Park the ignition will turn off and RAP will remain active If the vehicle is in N Neutral the ignition will return to ACC ACCESSORY and display the message SHIFT TO PARK in the Driver Information Center DIC When the vehicle is shifted in...

Page 163: ...e is available to verify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emissions inspection purposes and for service and diagnostics See Automatic Transmission 0 169 With the vehicle off and the brake pedal not applied pressing and holding ENGINE START STOP for more than five seconds will place the vehicle in Service Mode The instruments and audio systems will opera...

Page 164: ...tor to cool down When the engine starts let go of the button and the accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts Stop Start System This vehicle has a Stop Start syst...

Page 165: ...elt has been unbuckled The hood has been opened The Auto Stop has reached the maximum allowed time Auto Stop Disable Switch The automatic engine Stop Start feature can be disabled and enabled by pressing the switch with the h symbol Auto Stop is enabled each time you start the vehicle When h is illuminated the system is enabled Retained Accessory Power RAP When the ignition is turned from on to of...

Page 166: ...king brake is set before you leave it Shifting out of Park This vehicle is equipped with an electronic transmission The shift lock release button is designed to prevent inadvertent shifting out of P Park unless the ignition is on the brake pedal is applied and the shift lock release button is pressed The shift lock control is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage less...

Page 167: ...eutral when the engine is not running Pulling the manual park release while the vehicle is on or turning the ignition on while the manual park release is pulled will cause a DIC message to display To place the vehicle in N Neutral using the manual park release 1 Ensure the vehicle is on level ground and set the parking brake Release the brake pedal 2 Turn the vehicle off 3 Use a flat bladed tool t...

Page 168: ...ere adequate ventilation See Shifting Into Park 0 165 and Engine Exhaust 0 168 If the vehicle is left parked and running with the remote key outside the vehicle it will continue to run for up to half an hour If the vehicle is left parked and running with the remote key inside the vehicle it will continue to run for up to an hour The vehicle could turn off sooner if it is parked on a hill due to la...

Page 169: ...le should not be left running while parked If the vehicle is left with the engine running follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park 0 165 and Engine Exhaust 0 168 If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 224 Automatic Transmission The shift pattern is displayed in the top of the shift lever The selected gear ...

Page 170: ... the vehicle when the engine is running If the engine has been left running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and place the transmission into P Park See Shifting Into Park 0 165 and Electric Parking Brake 0 176 This vehicle is equipped with an electronically controlled tran...

Page 171: ...e side of the shift lever 3 From the center position move the shift lever forward through the first detent to the end of travel R is illuminated in red 4 After releasing the shift lever it will return to the center position To shift out of R Reverse 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 Shift to the desired gear 3 After releasing the shift lever it will return to the center position At low vehi...

Page 172: ... will return to the center position Car Wash Mode This vehicle includes a Car Wash Mode that allows the vehicle to remain in N Neutral for use in automatic car washes Car Wash Mode Engine Off Driver in Vehicle To place the vehicle in N Neutral with the engine off and the vehicle occupied 1 Drive to the entrance of the car wash 2 Apply the brake pedal 3 Shift to N Neutral 4 Turn off the engine and ...

Page 173: ...t to P Park when the door is opened Caution A transmission hot message may display if the automatic transmission fluid is too hot Driving under this condition can damage the vehicle Stop and idle the engine to cool the automatic transmission fluid This message clears when the transmission fluid has cooled sufficiently D This position is for normal driving If more power is needed for passing press ...

Page 174: ...ift could damage the vehicle Always upshift when necessary while using Tap Shift Vehicles with Tap Shift have controls on the back of the steering wheel to manually shift the automatic transmission Permanent Tap Shift Mode To enter Permanent Tap Shift Mode 1 With the vehicle in D Drive pull back on the shift lever to activate M Manual Mode The M in the shift pattern will illuminate in red and the ...

Page 175: ...iefly Automatic shifts return after no manual shifts have been done for seven to 10 seconds While using Tap Shift the vehicle will have firmer quicker shifting This can be used for sport driving or when climbing or descending hills to stay in gear longer or to downshift for more power or engine braking The transmission will only allow shifting into gears appropriate for the vehicle speed and engin...

Page 176: ... while braking hard If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 0 109 ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot on the brake pedal and does not always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle ahead there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough roo...

Page 177: ... If the 8 light remains on see your dealer If the EPB is applied while the vehicle is moving the vehicle will decelerate as long as the switch is pressed If the switch is pressed until the vehicle comes to a stop the EPB will remain applied The vehicle may automatically apply the EPB in some situations when the vehicle is not moving This is normal and is done to periodically check the correct oper...

Page 178: ...arning Continued warnings provided by this system Failure to use proper care when driving may result in injury death or vehicle damage See Defensive Driving 0 148 When the vehicle is stopped on a grade Hill Start Assist HSA temporarily prevents the vehicle from rolling in an unintended direction during the transition from brake pedal release to accelerator pedal apply The brakes release when the a...

Page 179: ...ms 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 the system brakes the spinning wheel s and or reduces engine power to limit wheel spin StabiliTrak ESC activates when the computer senses a difference between the intended pa...

Page 180: ...me to diagnose the problem If the condition persists see your dealer Turning the Systems Off and On 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 A DIC message may display To turn TCS on again press and release g The traction off light ...

Page 181: ...r V Series models only Tour Sport Snow Ice and Track are four modes that have preset vehicle settings for use in different driving conditions For further detail see Mode Description My Mode and V Mode are two modes which can be customized by the driver In these two modes vehicle settings are configured to enhance and personalize the driving experience See Drive Mode Customization for further detai...

Page 182: ... suspensions can be accessed through this mode See Competitive Driving Mode 0 186 For further details on Sport Mode see Driver Mode Selector Attributes Affected Snow Ice Mode Snow Ice Mode is used for slippery surfaces to help control wheel speed This can compromise the acceleration on dry asphalt Snow Ice Mode will use a different accelerator pedal map to optimize traction on a slippery surface T...

Page 183: ...default Sport Track Brake Response Tour default Sport For information on the range of settings see Driver Mode Customization V Mode V Series Only V Mode is used to personalize dynamic driving This mode is designed to allow the driver to configure vehicle sub systems to their own preference for maximum handling V Mode further enhances the drivers experience by adding a powertrain customization Thro...

Page 184: ... Mode if equipped Not Available Not Available Available Not Available Brake Response Tour Sport Sport Tour 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 ma...

Page 185: ... brakes reply to input Driver Mode Customization The vehicle is equipped to modify following vehicle settings based on vehicle content Through the center stack see Driving Mode under Vehicle Personalization 0 121 to customize and personalize My Mode and or V Mode Engine Sound Engine sound adjusts the volume of engine noise Setting ranges from quietest to loudest volume as you move from stealth thr...

Page 186: ...e to turn TCS back on The traction off light i and StabiliTrak ESC OFF light g will go out in the instrument cluster Caution When traction control is turned off or Competitive Driving Mode is active it is possible to lose traction Performance Traction Management PTM if equipped PTM integrates the TCS StabiliTrak ESC and Magnetic Ride Control systems to provide improved and consistent performance w...

Page 187: ...miliar with the track Dry conditions only Requires more driving skill than modes 2 or 3 StabiliTrak ESC is off and available engine power is the same as mode 3 PTM 5 RACE For use by experienced drivers who are familiar with the track Dry conditions only Requires more driving skill than in other modes StabiliTrak ESC is off and engine power is available for maximum cornering speed Press and release...

Page 188: ...e control on slippery roads With cruise control a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km h 25 mph If the Traction Control StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control ESC system begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control the cruise control automatically disengages See Tract...

Page 189: ...ngage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory Setting Cruise Control If J is on when not in use SET or RES could get pressed and go into cruise when not desired Keep J off when cruise is not being used 1 Press J 2 Get up to the desired speed 3 Press and release SET The desired set speed briefly appears in the instrument cluster 4 Remove your foot from the accelerator When the crui...

Page 190: ...ses to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedometer The cruise control system may automatically brake to slow the vehicle down The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Cluster 0 99 The increment value used depends on the units displayed Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed When y...

Page 191: ...biliTrak Electronic Stability Control ESC system activates ACC may automatically disengage See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 179 When road conditions allow ACC to be safely used ACC can be turned back on ACC will not engage if the TCS or StabiliTrak ESC is disabled Warning ACC has limited braking ability and may not have time to slow the vehicle down enough to avoid a collision w...

Page 192: ...ed set speed from memory Press to select a following gap time or distance setting for ACC of Far Medium or Near The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Cluster 0 99 The increment value used depends on the units displayed Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise Control To switch between ACC and regular cruise control press and hold A Driver Informa...

Page 193: ... set while the vehicle is stopped if ACC is on and the brake pedal is applied The ACC indicator displays on the instrument cluster and Head Up Display HUD if equipped When ACC is turned on the indicator will be lit white When ACC is engaged the indicator will turn green Be mindful of speed limits surrounding traffic speeds and weather conditions when selecting the set speed Resuming a Set Speed If...

Page 194: ... set speed is displayed Pressing RES when there is no longer a vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is pulling away and the brake is not applied will cause the ACC to resume When it is determined there is no vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is beyond the selected following gap then the vehicle speed will increase to the set speed The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric...

Page 195: ...and driving conditions Adaptive Cruise Control ACC must be active in order to change the gap setting used by the ACC feature If ACC is not active the gap button will modify the alert timing sensitivity Far Medium or Near for the Forward Collision Alert FCA feature See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 209 Alerting the Driver If ACC is engaged driver action may be required when ACC cannot apply ...

Page 196: ...ontrol System TCS or StabiliTrak ESC has activated or been disabled There is a fault in the system The radar falsely reports blockage when driving in a desert or remote area with no other vehicles or roadside objects A DIC message may display to indicate that ACC is temporarily unavailable The ACC indicator will turn white when ACC is no longer active In some cases when ACC will not activate regul...

Page 197: ...e If using the accelerator pedal while ACC is active the ACC indicator turns blue on the instrument cluster and in the HUD if equipped indicating ACC braking will not occur ACC will resume operation when the accelerator pedal is not being pressed Warning The ACC will not automatically apply the brakes if your foot is resting on the accelerator pedal You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you Curv...

Page 198: ... is not in your lane and apply the brakes ACC may occasionally provide an alert and or braking that is considered unnecessary It could respond to vehicles in different lanes signs guardrails and other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve This is normal operation The vehicle does not need service Other Vehicle Lane Changes ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in...

Page 199: ...erate properly The vehicle headlamps may need to be cleaned due to dirt snow or ice Objects that are not illuminated correctly may be difficult to detect If ACC will not operate regular cruise control may be available See Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise Control previously in this section Always consider driving conditions before using either cruise control system For cleaning instructions...

Page 200: ...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 driver assistance features alert the driver of obstacles by beeping To change the volume of the warning chime see Comfort and Convenience under Vehicle Personalization 0 121 If equipped with the Safety Alert Seat the driver seat cushion may provide a vibra...

Page 201: ...ifted into R Reverse the RVC displays an image of the area behind the vehicle in the infotainment display The previous screen displays when the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse after a short delay To return to the previous screen sooner press any button on the infotainment system shift into P Park or while in D Drive reach a vehicle speed of approximately 12 km h 8 mph 1 View Displayed by the C...

Page 202: ...cameras have blind spots and will not display all objects near the corners of the vehicle Folding outside mirrors that are out of position may not display surround view correctly Always check around the vehicle when parking or backing 1 Views Displayed by the Surround Vision Cameras 2 Area Not Shown 1 Views Displayed by the Surround Vision Cameras 2 Area Not Shown Warning The camera s do not displ...

Page 203: ... the infotainment display when a camera view is active Touching the button multiple times will toggle between forward and rearward views Rear Pedestrian Alert Park Assist and RCTA are not available when Bowl view is active Side Forward Rearward View Displays a view that shows objects next to the front or rear sides of the vehicle Touch Side Forward Rearward View on the infotainment display when a ...

Page 204: ...n pedestrians bicyclists animals or objects located below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle It is not available at speeds greater than 11 km h 7 mph To prevent injury death or vehicle damage even with Park Assist always check the area around the vehicle and check all mirrors before moving forward or backing The instrument cluster may have a Park Assist display with bars ...

Page 205: ...matically brake hard to a stop to help avoid or reduce the harm caused by a backing crash Warning RAB may not avoid many types of backing crashes Do not wait for the automatic braking to apply This system is not designed to replace driver braking and only works in R Reverse when an object is detected directly behind the vehicle It may not brake or stop in time to avoid a crash It will not brake fo...

Page 206: ...tion 0 121 RCTA can be turned on or off through vehicle personalization See Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0 121 Automatic Parking Assist APA with Braking If equipped APA searches for and steers the vehicle into parallel and perpendicular parking spots When using APA you must still shift gears while the system applies the brakes and accelerator A display and audible beep...

Page 207: ...s not need service APA will instruct the vehicle to stop once a large enough space is found Follow the displayed instructions Shift to R Reverse to engage automatic steering The steering wheel will vibrate briefly as a reminder to remove hands from the steering wheel APA uses idle speed and braking to park If idle speed is not sufficient gently press the accelerator Check surroundings and be prepa...

Page 208: ...time driving feature performance is very limited Rear Pedestrian Alert Indicator When a pedestrian is detected within the system s range directly behind the vehicle this symbol flashes amber on the infotainment display along with two beeps from the rear or if equipped two pulses from both sides of the driver seat When a pedestrian is detected close to the vehicle the symbol flashes red on the info...

Page 209: ...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 provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat FCA also lights an amber visual alert if following another vehicle too closely FCA detects vehicles within a distance of approximately 60 m 197 ft and opera...

Page 210: ...ow or ice or if the windshield is damaged It may Continued Warning Continued 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 and FCA sensors clean and in good repair Collision Alert With Head Up Display Without Head Up Displa...

Page 211: ...table alert timings may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions If your vehicle is equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control ACC the FCA timing setting can only be changed while ACC is not engaged See Adaptive Cruise Control Following Distance Indicator The following distance to a moving vehicle ahead in your path is indicated in following time in seconds on the Driver Information Ce...

Page 212: ... crashes Do not rely on AEB to brake the vehicle AEB will not brake outside of its operating speed range and only responds to detected vehicles AEB may not Detect a vehicle ahead on winding or hilly roads Detect all vehicles especially vehicles with a trailer tractors muddy vehicles etc Detect a vehicle when weather limits visibility such as in fog rain or snow Detect a vehicle ahead if it is part...

Page 213: ...ection There is a problem with the StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control ESC system The AEB system does not need service Front Pedestrian Braking FPB System If equipped the FPB system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes with nearby pedestrians when driving in a forward gear FPB displays an amber indicator when a nearby pedestrian is detected ahead When approaching a de...

Page 214: ... Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0 121 Detecting the Pedestrian Ahead FPB alerts and automatic braking will not occur unless the FPB system detects a pedestrian When a nearby pedestrian is detected in front of the vehicle the pedestrian ahead indicator will display amber Front Pedestrian Alert With Head Up Display Without Head Up Display When the vehicle approaches a pedestrian ahead too rap...

Page 215: ...lerator pedal if it is safe to do so Automatic Braking can be disabled through vehicle personalization See Front Pedestrian Detection in Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0 121 Warning Using the Front Pedestrian Braking system while towing a trailer could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and crash Turn the system to Alert or Off when towing a trailer Cleaning the Sy...

Page 216: ... or 3 5 m 11 ft The height of the zone is approximately between 0 5 m 1 5 ft and 2 m 6 ft off the ground The Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA warning area starts at approximately the middle of the vehicle and goes back 5 m 16 ft Drivers are also warned of vehicles rapidly approaching from up to 70 m 230 ft behind the vehicle How the System Works The LCA symbol lights up in the outside mirrors when the s...

Page 217: ...ys alert the driver to vehicles in the next lane over especially in wet conditions or when driving on sharp curves The system does not need to be serviced The system may light up due to guardrails signs trees shrubs and other non moving objects This is normal system operation the vehicle does not need service LCA may not operate when the LCA sensors in the left or right corners of the rear bumper ...

Page 218: ...en with LKA and LDW you must steer the vehicle Always keep your attention on the road and maintain proper vehicle position within the lane or vehicle damage injury or death could occur Always keep the windshield headlamps and camera sensors clean and in good repair Do not use LKA in bad weather conditions or on roads with unclear lane markings such as construction zones Warning Using LKA while tow...

Page 219: ...or lane markings such as two lane roads If the LKA system is not functioning properly when lane markings are clearly visible cleaning the windshield may help A camera blocked message may display if the camera is blocked Some driver assistance systems may have reduced performance or not work at all An LKA or LDW unavailable message may display if the systems are temporarily unavailable This message...

Page 220: ...nance Use unleaded petrol with a posted octane rating of 95 RON or higher and with ethanol up to 10 by volume If the octane is less than 95 RON the engine could be damaged and repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If heavy knocking is heard when using petrol rated at 95 RON octane the engine needs service Prohibited Fuels Caution Do not use fuels with any of the following conditions...

Page 221: ...Fuel Gauge 0 103 Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death Follow these guidelines to help avoid injuries to you and others Read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended Avoid using electronic devices while refueling D...

Page 222: ...g before removing the fill nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Care 0 287 Push the fuel door closed until it latches Warning If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the fill nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Filling the Tank with a Portable Fuel Container If ...

Page 223: ... the fill opening before operating the nozzle Maintain contact until filling is complete Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not use electronic devices while pumping fuel Trailer Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle to tow a trailer...

Page 224: ...mportant trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers Read this section carefully before pulling a trailer When towing a trailer Become familiar with and follow all state and local laws that apply to trailer towing These requirements vary from state to state State laws may require the use of extended side view mirrors Even if not required...

Page 225: ...air See Climate Control Systems in the Index For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust 0 168 Towing a trailer requires experience The combination of the vehicle and trailer is longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself Get used to the handling and braking of the combination by driving on a level road surface before driving on public roads The trailer structure the tires...

Page 226: ...t go over soft shoulders over curbs or strike road signs trees or other objects Always signal turns well in advance Do not steer or brake suddenly Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downhill grade If the transmission is not shifted down the brakes may overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency Vehicles can tow in D Drive Shift the t...

Page 227: ...tomatic transmission fluid engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system before and during each trip Check periodically that all nuts and bolts on the trailer hitch are tight Engine Cooling when Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions See Engine Overheating 0 250 Trailer Towing Caution Towing a trailer improperly can damage th...

Page 228: ...weight of the passengers and cargo in your trailer The maximum trailer weight rating is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Trailer Load Balance The correct trailer load balance must be maintain...

Page 229: ...trailer and the hitch Never attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches Only use frame mounted hitches that do not attach to the bumper Always seal any holes in your vehicle if the trailer hitch removed If not sealed dirt water and carbon monoxide CO from the exhaust may enter your vehicle See Engine Exhaust 0 168 Consider using mechanical sway controls with any trailer Ask a trailering pro...

Page 230: ...em If you do both the vehicle anti lock brakes and the trailer brakes may not function which could result in a crash Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When properly connected the trailer turn signals will illuminate to indicate the vehicle is turning changing lanes or stopping When towing a trailer the arrows on the instrument cluster will illuminate even if the trailer is not properly connected ...

Page 231: ...uld 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 67 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 67 ...

Page 232: ...ont Headlamp Aiming 259 Bulb Replacement LED Lighting 259 Electrical System Electrical System Overload 259 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 260 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 260 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 263 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 265 Wheels and Tires Tires 267 All Season Tires 268 Winter Tires 268 Run Flat Tires 269 Self Sealing Tires 270 Low Profile Tires 270 Summer Tires 270 Tire Pressure 271 ...

Page 233: ...g from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on the vehicle See your dealer to accessorize the vehicle using genuine GM Accessori...

Page 234: ... others could be injured Warning Components under the hood can get hot from running the engine To help avoid the risk of burning unprotected skin never touch these components until they have cooled and always use a glove or towel to avoid direct skin contact Clear any snow from the hood before opening To open the hood 1 Pull the hood release lever with the i symbol It is on the lower left side of ...

Page 235: ...the hood down until the strut system is no longer holding up the hood 3 Allow the hood to fall Check to make sure the hood is latched completely Repeat this process with additional force if necessary Warning Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is not latched completely The hood could open fully block your vision and cause a crash You or others could be injured Always close the hood completely bef...

Page 236: ...Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13060107 2020 CRC 8 29 19 236 VEHICLE CARE Engine Compartment Overview 2 0L L4 Engine ...

Page 237: ...urge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System 0 245 3 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 243 4 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System 0 245 5 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil 0 239 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil 0 239 7 Remote Positive Battery Terminal See Jump Starting 0 283 8 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid 0 253 9 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 260 ...

Page 238: ...Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13060107 2020 CRC 8 29 19 238 VEHICLE CARE 3 0L V6 Engine ...

Page 239: ... 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 0 241 Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section Checking Engine Oil Check the engine oil level regularly every 650 km 400 mi especially prior to a long trip ...

Page 240: ...acities and Specifications 0 308 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 the oil level is above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets Continued Caution Continued above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged Drain ...

Page 241: ...ne oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or ...

Page 242: ...so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change To reset the system 1 Using the DIC buttons display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC 0 114 2 Press and hold the thumbwheel to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and reset the oil life at 100 Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed It can...

Page 243: ...driving and environmental conditions When to Change the Engine Air Filter When the Driver Information Center DIC displays a message to replace the engine air filter at the next oil change follow this timing When the DIC displays a message to replace the engine air filter soon replace the engine air filter at the earliest convenience The system must be reset after the engine air filter is changed I...

Page 244: ...ne air cleaner filter or components with water or compressed air To inspect or replace the air cleaner filter 2 0L L4 Engine 1 Remove the five screws on top of the air cleaner filter cover 2 Lift the air cleaner filter cover away from the air cleaner filter housing 3 Pull out the air cleaner filter 4 Inspect or replace the air cleaner filter 5 Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall the air cleaner filter ...

Page 245: ...em after replacing the engine air filter See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 243 Warning Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned Use caution when working on the engine Do not start the engine or drive the vehicle with the air cleaner filter off as flames may be present if the engine backfires Caution If the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily...

Page 246: ...use anything other than a mix of DEX COOL coolant that meets GM Standard GMW3420 and clean drinkable water Anything else can cause damage to the engine cooling system and the vehicle which would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Engine Coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant See Maintenance Schedule 0 297 and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 304 The...

Page 247: ... ground or into sewers streams or bodies of water Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will help protect the environment and your health Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level It is normal to see coolant moving in the upper coolant hose return line when the eng...

Page 248: ...burned Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and pressure cap to cool Caution Failure to follow the specific coolant fill procedure could cause the engine to overheat and could cause system damage If coolant is not visible in the surge tank contact your dealer If no problem is found check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant...

Page 249: ...out two minutes and repeat Steps 2 6 Listen for pump activation and movement of the control valves while watching the level of the coolant in the surge tank If the tank empties turn the ignition off carefully remove the pressure cap refill to the indicated line replace the pressure cap and repeat Steps 2 6 The fill and air removal process will run for approximately 15 minutes Caution If the pressu...

Page 250: ... If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured Engine Overheating The vehicle has an indicator to warn of the engine overheating If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears get service help right away If the decision is made to lift the hood make sure the vehicle is parked on a level ...

Page 251: ...er displays the vehicle can be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in front If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally and have the cooling system checked for proper fill and function If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no sign of steam idle the engine for...

Page 252: ...rning The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to a crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Caution Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean s...

Page 253: ...ystem The brake pad life system can also be manually reset 1 Display Brake Pad Life on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC 0 114 2 Press the thumbwheel Select front or rear pads as appropriate 3 Select YES on the confirmation message Repeat for pads on the other axle if they were also replaced How to Disable the Brake Pad Life System The brake pad life system can be turned off This may be ne...

Page 254: ...e is hot enough You or others could be burned and the vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When the brake fluid falls to a low level the brake warning light comes on See Brake System Warning Light 0 108 Brake fluid absorbs water over time which degrades the effectiveness of the brake fluid Replace brake fluid at the specified intervals to pr...

Page 255: ...0 164 Warning Do not use a match or flame near a vehicle s battery If you need more light use a flashlight Do not smoke near a vehicle s battery When working around a vehicle s battery shield your eyes with protective glasses Keep children away from vehicle batteries Warning Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be hurt badly if you are not careful Follow instructi...

Page 256: ...aler for service Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check Warning When you are doing this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Ke...

Page 257: ...needs to be replaced be sure to get one that is designed for HUD or the HUD image may look out of focus Driver Assistance Systems If the windshield needs to be replaced and the vehicle is equipped with a front camera sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems a GM replacement windshield is recommended The replacement windshield must be installed according to GM specifications for proper alignment If...

Page 258: ...s of wear cracks or other damage periodically Check to make sure the hood trunk liftgate is held open with enough force If struts are failing to hold the hood trunk liftgate do not operate Have the vehicle serviced Caution Do not apply tape or hang any objects from gas struts Also do not push down or pull on gas struts This may cause damage to the vehicle See Maintenance Schedule 0 297 Hood Trunk ...

Page 259: ...rload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload When the current electrical load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems Fuses and circuit breakers protect power...

Page 260: ...y 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 snow or ice be sure to get it fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of damage caus...

Page 261: ...29 19 VEHICLE CARE 261 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 262: ... Exterior lighting module 1 Fuses Usage 16 Exterior lighting module 5 17 Exterior lighting module 3 18 Aero Shutter 19 20 21 Virtual key System Power sounder module 22 23 Transmission control module 24 Active engine mount 25 26 Engine control module 27 Injectors Ignition 2 28 Charged air cooler 29 Transmission coolant pump 30 Injectors Ignition 1 Fuses Usage 31 Emissions 1 32 Emissions 2 33 Starte...

Page 263: ... the end of the driver side of the instrument panel To access the fuses remove the end panel by gently prying with a plastic tool near each clip beginning at the point shown 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...

Page 264: ...rage door opener Fuses Usage 6 7 Air quality ionizer 8 Heated steering wheel 9 10 Electronic steering column lock 1 11 Fuses Usage 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Display Infortainment 19 Airbag Automatic occupant Data link connection Wireless charger module 20 Power steering column module Electronic steering column lock 2 21 Driver monitor system 22 23 24 25 USB 26 ...

Page 265: ...l module 1 Electronic park brake switch 38 Center stack module 39 Steering wheel controls Fuses Usage 40 Body control module 2 41 Body control module 3 42 Body control module 4 Circuit Breakers Usage CB1 Auxiliary power outlet 1 CB2 Auxiliary power outlet 2 Relays Usage 1 Run after park Accessory 2 Run crank 3 4 5 Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is behind a cover on the...

Page 266: ...lt passenger 11 Canister vent solenoid 12 Sunroof 13 14 15 Passenger heated seat 16 17 Electronic suspension control Fuses Usage 18 19 Motor seat belt driver 20 Rear defog 21 DC to DC transformer 22 Driver power window door lock switch 23 External object calculating module 24 Passenger window door lock switch 25 26 Trailer 27 Rear drive control module 28 Rear heated seat 2 29 30 31 DC to DC transf...

Page 267: ...uses Usage 47 48 49 Trailer 50 Driver seat 51 Left front Left rear window 52 Passenger power seat Relays Usage 53 54 55 Run Wheels and Tires Tires Every new GM vehicle has high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer Warning Poorly maintai...

Page 268: ...ippery surfaces such as snow mud ice etc Excessive spinning may cause the tires to explode See Tire Pressure for High Speed Operation 0 272 for inflation pressure adjustment for high speed driving All Season Tires This vehicle may come with all season tires These tires are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions Original equipment tires designed to...

Page 269: ...g light displays on the instrument cluster the handling capabilities will be reduced during severe maneuvers Driving too fast could cause loss of control and you or others could be injured Do not drive over 80 km h 50 mph when the low tire warning light is displayed Drive cautiously and check the tire pressures as soon as possible Run flat tires can be driven on with no air pressure There is no ne...

Page 270: ... 40R19 94V 245 40R19 94Y or 255 35R20 size tires they are classified as low profile tires Caution Low profile tires are more susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb impact than standard profile tires Tire and or wheel assembly damage can occur when coming into contact with road hazards like potholes or sharp edged objects or when sliding into a curb The warranty does not cover this type of...

Page 271: ...ich could lead to a blowout Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy Overinflated tires or tires that have too much air can result in Unusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards The Tire and Loading Information label on the vehicle indicates the original equipment tires and the correct cold tire inflation pressures The recommended pressure is the m...

Page 272: ...uildup and can cause sudden tire failure This could cause a crash and you or others could be killed Some high speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for high speed operation When speed limits and road conditions allow the vehicle to be driven at high speeds make sure the tires are rated for high speed operation are in excellent condition and are set to the correct cold tire inflat...

Page 273: ... when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS ...

Page 274: ...ing message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see Driver Information Center DIC 0 114 The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as the vehicl...

Page 275: ... One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See your dealer for service Replacement tires or wheels do not match the original equipment tires or wheels Tires and wheels other than those recommended could prevent the TPMS from functioning properl...

Page 276: ...xternal device or transmitter The air pressure from the inflation device is not sufficient to inflate the tire There is a malfunction in the TPMS There is a malfunction in the horn or turn signal lamps The identification code of the TPMS sensor is not registered to the system The battery of the TPMS sensor is low If the tire fill alert does not operate due to TPMS interference move the vehicle abo...

Page 277: ... check for proper tire inflation pressure and check for damaged tires or wheels If the unusual wear continues after the rotation check the wheel alignment See When It Is Time for New Tires 0 278 and Wheel Replacement 0 281 Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotation Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the...

Page 278: ...hicle has one even if it is never used Multiple factors including temperatures loading conditions and inflation pressure maintenance affect how fast aging takes place GM recommends that tires including the spare if equipped be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear To identify the age of a tire use the tire manufacture date which is the last four digits of the DOT Tire Identification Nu...

Page 279: ...ad depth on all tires will help to maintain the performance of the vehicle Braking and handling performance may be adversely affected if all the tires are not replaced at the same time If proper rotation and maintenance have been done all four tires should wear out at about the same time See Tire Rotation 0 277 for information on proper tire rotation However if it is necessary to replace only one ...

Page 280: ...s are installed that are a different size than the original equipment wheels and tires vehicle performance including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resistance to rollover may be affected If the vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock brakes rollover airbags traction control electronic stability control or All Wheel Drive the performance of these systems can als...

Page 281: ...stem TPMS sensors with new GM original equipment parts Warning Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of the vehicle Tires can lose air and cause loss of control causing a crash Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Caution The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brak...

Page 282: ...op and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage the vehicle If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving especially if the tires are maintained properly If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly See Tires 0 267 for additional information But if there ever i...

Page 283: ...ing For more information about the vehicle battery see Battery 0 254 If the battery has run down try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely Warning Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn...

Page 284: ...the two vehicles so that they are not touching 3 Set the parking brake firmly and put the vehicle in P Park with an automatic transmission or Neutral with a manual transmission Caution If any accessories are left on or plugged in during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Whenever possible turn off or unplug all accessories on ...

Page 285: ...ed metal engine part 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 will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Caution If the jumper cables are c...

Page 286: ... vehicle should have its drive wheels off the ground Contact a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motor home see Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 287 Tow Eye Caution Improper use of the tow eye can cause vehicle damage Use caution and low speeds to prevent damage to the vehicle If the v...

Page 287: ...h any of its wheels on the ground If the vehicle must be towed see Towing the Vehicle 0 286 Appearance Care Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory Use a de icing agent only when absolutely necessary and have the locks greased after using See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 304 Washing the Vehicle To preserve the vehicle s finish wash it often and out of direct sunlight Caution...

Page 288: ...es that may be damaged or interfere with the car wash equipment Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Finish Care Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant wax materials is not ...

Page 289: ... chrome or stainless steel Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain alkaline substances and can damage the moldings Always dilute a concentrated cleaner according to the manufacturer s instructions Do not use cleaners that are not intended for automotive use Use a nonabrasive wax on the vehicle after washing to protect and extend the molding finish Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Emblems Decals a...

Page 290: ... outside of the windshield with glass cleaner Clean rubber blades using a lint free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades Bugs road grime sap and a buildup of vehicle wash wax treatments may cause wiper streaking Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged Damage can be caused by extreme dusty c...

Page 291: ...ehicle through an automatic car wash that uses silicon carbide tire wheel cleaning brushes Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Brake System Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect brake linings shoes for wear or cracks Inspect all ...

Page 292: ...ched into the paint surface See Finish Care previously in this section Interior Care To prevent dirt particle abrasions regularly clean the vehicle s interior Immediately remove any soils Newspapers or dark garments can transfer color to the vehicle s interior Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument cluster Using a mild soap solution immediately remove han...

Page 293: ...water When heavily soiled use warm soapy water Fabric Carpet Suede Start by vacuuming the surface using a soft brush attachment If a rotating vacuum brush attachment is being used only use it on the floor carpet Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soil as possible Gently blot liquids with a paper towel Continue blotting until no more soil can be removed For solid soils remove as much as p...

Page 294: ... water to remove dust and loose dirt For a more thorough cleaning use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Caution Soaking or saturating leather especially perforated leather as well as other interior surfaces may cause permanent damage Wipe excess moisture from these surfaces after cleaning and allow them to dry naturally Never use heat steam or spot removers Do not use clea...

Page 295: ...ere designed for your vehicle If the floor mats need replacing it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor Use the floor mat with the correc...

Page 296: ...curate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services With trained technicians the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items lik...

Page 297: ...high speed or competitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart Warning Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury Perform maintenance work only if the required information proper tools and equipment are available If they are not see your dealer to have a trained...

Page 298: ...0 277 Check engine oil level and oil life percentage If needed change engine oil and filter and reset oil life system See Engine Oil 0 239 and Engine Oil Life System 0 241 If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air filter life system Inspect the engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 243 Check engine coolant level See Cooling System 0 245 Check windshield washer fluid le...

Page 299: ...ose or damaged parts Lubricate body components See Exterior Care 0 287 Check starter switch See Starter Switch Check 0 256 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 0 256 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Inspect sunroof track and seal if equipped See Sunroof 0 36 ...

Page 300: ...or the vehicle and perform Required Services 1 Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Check engine air filter life percentage and status Change engine air filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 2 Inspect evaporative control system 3 If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air filter life system replace engine air cleaner filt...

Page 301: ...l and vapor lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 4 Or every two years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed See Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 243 5 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...

Page 302: ...orm Required Services 1 Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Check engine air filter life percentage and status Change engine air filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 2 Inspect evaporative control system 3 If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air filter life system replace engine air cleaner filter 4 Replace spark plug...

Page 303: ...l and vapor lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 4 Or every two years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed See Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 243 5 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...

Page 304: ...DEX COOL Coolant See Cooling System 0 245 Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended See Engine Oil 0 239 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid Key Lock Cylinde...

Page 305: ...umber Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 84498926 A3245C 3 0L V6 Engine Driver Side 84335354 A3235C 3 0L V6 Engine Passenger Side 84335354 A3235C Engine Oil Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 55495105 PF66 3 0L V6 Engine 19330000 PF63E Passenger Compartment Air Filter Particulate 13508023 CF185 Carbon 23195727 CF184 Spark Plugs 2 0L L4 Engine 55504354 41 103 IP 3 0L V6 Engine 12650283 41 131 Wiper Blades...

Page 306: ...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 307: ...r 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 0 308 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification There...

Page 308: ...ric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling System 2 0L L4 Engine 10 4 L 11 0 qt 3 0L V6 Engine with Rear Wheel Drive 12 1 L 12 8 qt 3 0L V6 Engine with All Wheel Drive 12 3 L 13 0 qt 3 0L V6 Engine Intercoolers 3 1 L 3 3 qt Engine Oil with Fi...

Page 309: ...commended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Horsepower Torque Spark Plug Gap 2 0L L4 Engine LSY K 177 kW 5000 rpm 237 hp 5000 rpm 350 Y 1500 4000 rpm 258 lb ft 1500 4000 rpm 0 65 0 75 mm 0 025 0 029 in 3 0L V6 Engine LGY Luxury W 250 kW 5600 rpm 335 h...

Page 310: ... 65 0 75 mm 0 025 0 029 in Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer Re gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage the spark plug Vehicle Top Speed Engine Metric English 2 0L L4 Engine LSY with 19 QBJ Tires 232 km h 144 mph 2 0L L4 Engine LSY with 18 QBF Tires 240 km h 149 mph 3 0L V6 Twin Turbo Engine LGY with 19 QBJ Tires 232 km h 144 mph 3 0L V6 Twin Turbo Engine LGY with 18 ...

Page 311: ...Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13060107 2020 CRC 8 29 19 TECHNICAL DATA 311 Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 0L L4 Engine 3 0L V6 Engine ...

Page 312: ...ration of Conformity Radio Frequency Devices Nigeria Connection and use of this communications equipment is permitted by the Nigerian Communications Commission Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert Following are country specific declarations of conformity for the Side Blind Zone Alert system Jordan TRC No TRC LPD 2017 63 Oman United Arab Emirates UAE Forward Collision Alert and Adapti...

Page 313: ... about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven or used For example the vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine and transmission performance to monitor the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy them in a crash and if equipped to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehi...

Page 314: ...ers This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 s...

Page 315: ... litigation or as required by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner Infotainment System If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system as part of the infotainment system use of the system may result in the storage...

Page 316: ...n Airbag Inflate 61 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 62 When Should an Airbag Inflate 60 Where Are the Airbags 59 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 67 Airbags cont d Passenger Status Indicator 105 Readiness Light 104 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 67 System Check 57 Alarm Vehicle Security 24 Alert Lane Change 215 Rear Pedestrian 208 Side Blind Zone SBZA 215 All Season Tires 268...

Page 317: ... New Vehicle 161 Bulb Replacement Headlamp Aiming 259 Buying New Tires 279 C Calibration 94 Capacities and Specifications 308 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 168 Trunk 20 Winter Driving 156 Cargo Tie Downs 89 Caution Danger and Warning 2 Center Console Storage 89 Chains Tire 281 Charging Wireless 95 Charging System Light 105 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator 106 Child Restraints Infants and ...

Page 318: ... Mode Control 181 Driver Mode Control Light 111 Driving Assistance Systems 209 Better Fuel Economy 147 Characteristics and Towing Tips 224 Competitive 186 Defensive 148 Hill and Mountain Roads 155 If the Vehicle is Stuck 157 Loss of Control 150 Off Road Recovery 150 Track Events and Competitive 151 Vehicle Load Limits 157 Wet Roads 154 Winter 156 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 139 E Electri...

Page 319: ... a Portable Fuel Container 223 Filling the Tank 221 Gauge 103 Low Fuel Warning Light 113 Prohibited Fuels 220 Recommended 220 Top Tier 219 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 260 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 260 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 263 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 265 G Garage Door Opener Programming 127 Gas Strut s 257 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 103 Fuel 103 Odometer 102 Speedometer 1...

Page 320: ...amps Off Reminder 132 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 137 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 106 On Reminder 113 Reading 135 Lane Change Alert LCA 215 Lane Keep Assist LKA 217 Lane Keep Assist Light 109 Lap Shoulder Belt 52 LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash 82 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 75 LED Lighting 259 Lighter Cigarette 97 Lighting Entry 136 Exit 136 Illumination Con...

Page 321: ... cont d Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 304 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 106 Manual Mode 174 Massage 47 Memory Seats 43 Messages Engine Power 121 Vehicle 120 Vehicle Speed 121 Mirror Rear Camera 31 Mirrors Automatic Dimming 30 Automatic Dimming Rearview 31 Convex 28 Folding 29 Heated 30 Manual Rearview 31 Power 28 Tilt in Reverse 30 Mirrors Interior Rearview 31 Mode 181 Driver Control 181 Monitor ...

Page 322: ...ecommended Fuel 220 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 304 Records Maintenance 306 Recreational Vehicle Towing 287 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 8 Remote Vehicle Start 14 Replacement Parts Airbags 68 Maintenance 305 Replacing Airbag System 68 Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash 82 Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash 56 Restraints Where to Put 74 Retained Accessory Power RAP 165 ...

Page 323: ...tart Assist Hill 178 Start Vehicle Remote 14 Starter Switch Check 256 Starting the Engine 163 Steering 149 Heated Wheel 92 Wheel Adjustment 92 Wheel Controls 92 Steering Column Lock 26 Stop Start System 164 Storage Areas Center Console 89 Glove Box 88 Storage Compartments 88 Struts Gas 257 Stuck Vehicle 157 Summer Tires 270 Sun Visors 35 Sunroof 36 Symbols 2 System Brake Pad Life 253 Engine Air Fi...

Page 324: ...Universal Remote System Operation 129 Programming 127 V Vehicle Alarm System 24 Automatic Hold Light 109 Control 148 Identification Number VIN 307 Load Limits 157 Messages 120 Personalization 121 Remote Start 14 Security 24 Speed Messages 121 Towing 286 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 110 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure 271 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 313 Vehicle Hold Automatic 178 Vehicle Hold AVH Auto...

Page 325: ...Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13060107 2020 CRC 8 29 19 INDEX 325 Winter Driving 156 Winter Tires 268 Wiper Blade Replacement 256 Wireless Charging 95 ...

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