Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-13060107) - 2020 -
CRC - 8/29/19
DRIVING AND OPERATING
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The system has a
Y
or PARK
Electric Parking Brake light, and a
8
Service Parking Brake light. See
and
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
.
Before leaving the vehicle, check for
the
Y
or PARK light to ensure that
the parking brake is applied.
EPB Apply
To apply the EPB:
1. Be sure the vehicle is at a
complete stop.
2. Press the EPB switch
momentarily.
The
Y
or PARK light will flash and
then stay on once the EPB is fully
applied. If the
Y
or PARK light
flashes continuously, then the EPB is
only partially applied or there is a
problem with the EPB. A DIC message
will display. Release the EPB and try
to apply it again. If the light does not
come on, or keeps flashing, have the
vehicle serviced. Do not drive the
vehicle if the
Y
or PARK light is
flashing. See your dealer. See
If the
8
light is on, press the EPB
switch and hold it. Continue to hold
the switch until the
Y
or PARK light
remains on. 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 operation of the EPB system.
If the EPB fails to apply, block the rear
wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
EPB Release
To release the EPB:
1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/
ACCESSORY.
2. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
3. Press the EPB switch
momentarily.
The EPB is released when the
Y
or
PARK light is off.
If the
8
light is on, release the EPB by
pressing and holding the EPB switch.
Continue to hold the switch until
the
Y
or PARK light is off. If either
light stays on after release is
attempted, see your dealer.
Caution
Driving with the parking brake on
can overheat the brake system and
cause premature wear or damage to
brake system parts. Make sure that
the parking brake is fully released
and the brake warning light is off
before driving.
Automatic EPB Release
The EPB will automatically release if
the vehicle is running, placed into
gear, and an attempt is made to drive