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Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can expose 

you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, 

which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other 

reproductive harm.  To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle engine 

except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or 

wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle.  For more information go to 

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

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Summary of Contents for CTS-V 2018

Page 1: ...reathing exhaust do not idle engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle For more information go...

Page 2: ...ief 5 Keys Doors and Windows 29 Seats and Restraints 54 Storage 104 Instruments and Controls 107 Lighting 150 Infotainment System 158 Climate Controls 164 Driving and Operating 173 Vehicle Care 249 Se...

Page 3: ...ts country specifications features applications that may not be available in your region or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner s manual Refer to the purchase documentation relating to yo...

Page 4: ...s instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M Shown when the owner s manual has...

Page 5: ...anual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349156 2018 CRC 5 9 17 4 INTRODUCTION O Power Remote Vehicle Start Seat Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d Traction Control StabiliTrak a Under Pressure...

Page 6: ...es Infotainment System 20 Steering Wheel Controls 20 Cruise Control 20 Driver Information Center DIC 21 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 21 Forward Automatic Braking FAB 21 Lane Keep Assist LKA 22 L...

Page 7: ...Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349156 2018 CRC 5 9 17 6 IN BRIEF Instrument Panel...

Page 8: ...al Automatic Climate Control System 0 164 12 Instrument Panel Storage 0 104 Wireless Charging Pad If Equipped Out of View See Wireless Charging 0 113 13 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0...

Page 9: ...ft away Press the button to remove the key The key can be used for the driver door and the rear folding seats Press K to unlock the driver door or all doors depending on the vehicle personalization se...

Page 10: ...der is covered by a cap See Door Locks 0 38 From the inside rear doors push down on the door lock knob on top of the door To unlock a door pull once on the door handle to unlock it and again to open i...

Page 11: ...eat Adjustment Power Seats High Performance Seat To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the contr...

Page 12: ...back Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise High Performance Seat To adjust the seatback Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline Tilt the...

Page 13: ...back bolster support inward or outward See Lumbar Adjustment 0 58 High Performance Bolster Support Four Way Lumbar Support To adjust lumbar support if equipped High Performance Seat Press and release...

Page 14: ...power steering wheel if equipped Memory positions are linked to RKE transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic memory recalls Before storing adjust all available memory feature positions Turn the ignition on a...

Page 15: ...e active high medium low or off heated or ventilated seat level will be indicated by the manual heated or ventilated seat buttons on the center stack Use the manual heated or ventilated seat buttons o...

Page 16: ...ll turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System 0 81 The passe...

Page 17: ...or ease of use adjust the mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle while the display is off See Rear Camera Mirror 0 48 Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the...

Page 18: ...en a door is opened ON Turns the lamp on Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors These lamps come on when any door is opened To m...

Page 19: ...for fast wipes LO Use for slow wipes INT Use this setting for intermittent wipes or Rainsense if equipped For intermittent wipes move the windshield wiper lever to INT Turn the x INT band up for more...

Page 20: ...Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2 Fan Control 3 OFF Fan 4 Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats If Equipped 5 Recirculation 6 Rear Window Defogger 7 Defrost 8 AUTO Automatic Opera...

Page 21: ...y 20 seconds the engine will begin to transition to its normal quieter idle speed which can vary depending on the temperature This is normal operation Vehicle Features Infotainment System See the info...

Page 22: ...st S or T Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster Press S to go back to the previous menu SEL Press to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on ce...

Page 23: ...s rapidly approaching these areas from behind The LCA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on The Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA system is...

Page 24: ...utomatic Parking Assist APA If equipped the APA system helps to search for and maneuver the vehicle into parallel or perpendicular parking spots using automatic steering DIC displays and beeps When th...

Page 25: ...ystem provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home automation devices Read the instructions complete...

Page 26: ...cle in difficult driving conditions The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off TCS press and release Y on the center console i illuminates in the instrument cluste...

Page 27: ...Maintain the correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 299 Fuel LGX 3 6L V6 Engine Regular Fuel Use only unleaded gasoline rated 87 octane or higher in your vehicle Do not use gasolin...

Page 28: ...he oil life system can also be reset as follows 1 Using the DIC buttons display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC 0 134 2 Fully press and release the accelerator pedal th...

Page 29: ...Replace the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Roadside Service U S 1 800 224 1400 Canada 1 800 882 1...

Page 30: ...Power Mirrors 47 Folding Mirrors 47 Heated Mirrors 47 Automatic Dimming Mirror 47 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 47 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 48 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 48 Rear Camera...

Page 31: ...ess Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 362 If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check...

Page 32: ...ch to the vehicle The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking Pressing K will disarm the alarm system See Vehicle Alarm System 0 44 Press and hold K until the windows fully open Windows...

Page 33: ...unlock button press Two lock unlock button presses were used to unlock all doors Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed Keyless Unlocking Locking from the Passenger Doors When the do...

Page 34: ...le is driven See Vehicle Personalization 0 142 Keyless Trunk Opening Press the touch pad on the rear of the trunk above the license plate if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft Key Access To access...

Page 35: ...e to program up to eight transmitters This feature is not available in Canada This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete The vehicle must be off and all transmitters to be programme...

Page 36: ...l transmitters are programmed press and hold ENGINE START STOP for approximately 12 seconds to exit programming mode 8 Return the vehicle key back into the transmitter Starting the Vehicle with a Low...

Page 37: ...of the transmitter near the bottom and pull the key out 2 Separate the two halves of the transmitter using the key inserted into the bottom center of the transmitter Do not use the key slot 3 Remove t...

Page 38: ...RKE System 0 30 Starting the Engine Using Remote Start 1 Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter 2 Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash The fla...

Page 39: ...is moving The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked So all passengers should wear seat belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever th...

Page 40: ...oor Key Lock Cylinder Access In Case of Dead Battery To access the driver door key lock cylinder 1 Pull the door handle 1 to the open position and hold it open until the cap removal is complete 2 Inse...

Page 41: ...linder and repeat the reset procedure Power Door Locks Q Press to lock the doors The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated K Press to unlock the doors Delayed Locking This featu...

Page 42: ...on or in ACC ACCESSORY and the power door lock switch is pressed with the driver door open all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock If the vehicle is off and locking is requested...

Page 43: ...ty locks Doors Trunk Warning Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk hat...

Page 44: ...er is within 1 m 3 ft of the rear of the vehicle See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 30 Close the trunk by pulling on the pull cup Rear Seat Pass Through Use the rear seat pass through doo...

Page 45: ...he instrument panel near the windshield indicates the status of the system Off Alarm system is disarmed On Solid Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system Fast Flash Vehicle is unsecured A...

Page 46: ...a door with the RKE transmitter or use the Keyless Access system Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is press...

Page 47: ...console If the ignition modes will not change with the other transmitter or in the transmitter pocket the vehicle needs service If the ignition does change modes the first transmitter may be faulty Se...

Page 48: ...an be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Heated Mirrors If equipped with heated m...

Page 49: ...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 behi...

Page 50: ...The camera that provides the Rear Camera Mirror RCM image is above the license plate next to the Rear Vision Camera RVC To clean the rear camera see Rear Camera Mirror Washer in Windshield Wiper Washe...

Page 51: ...ow is down and the front windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the p...

Page 52: ...not reverse automatically You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged Before using automatic reversal system override make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the win...

Page 53: ...on is on To open the sunshade press and release the switch The sunshade will fully extend To close the sunshade press and release the switch again The sunshade will fully close When shifting the vehic...

Page 54: ...Press and release Q 2 to express open or express close the sunshade To stop the sunshade partway press the switch again Automatic Reversal System The sunroof has an automatic reversal system that is o...

Page 55: ...placing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash 74 Airbag System Airbag System 75 Where Are the Airbags 76 When Should an Airbag Inflate 78 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 79 How Does an Airbag Restrain 79...

Page 56: ...y in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly If equipped with base seats adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at t...

Page 57: ...The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the head restraint press the but...

Page 58: ...vehicle is not moving High Performance Seat 1 Feature Select 2 Up 3 Rearward 4 Down 5 Forward Move Feature Select 1 to display seat adjustments on the center stack Press and release or hold to scroll...

Page 59: ...ard 5 or Rearward 3 to adjust cushion bolster support inward or outward Back Bolster To adjust back bolster if equipped Press and release or hold Feature Select 1 to scroll to back bolster on the cent...

Page 60: ...ull up on the lever Then pull or push on the support to lengthen or shorten Release the lever to lock in place Reclining Seatbacks Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion...

Page 61: ...cline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise Memory Seats If equipped memory seats allow two drivers to store and recall their unique seat positions for driving the vehicle and a shared exit pos...

Page 62: ...ened or when the ignition is turned off with the driver door already opened select the Settings menu then Vehicle then Comfort and Convenience and then Easy Exit Options Select On or Off See Easy Exit...

Page 63: ...provide automatic memory recalls To turn Auto Memory Recall on or off see Vehicle Personalization Settings previously in this section and Vehicle Personalization 0 142 The transmission must be in P P...

Page 64: ...ch as a blanket cushion cover or similar item This may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat If equipped the buttons are near the climate...

Page 65: ...the heated steering wheel will turn on automatically during a remote start if it is cold outside The heated and ventilated seat indicators and heated steering wheel indicator may not come on during t...

Page 66: ...vehicle key in the cylinder The latch will not open when the seatback is locked Folding the Seatback Caution Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the...

Page 67: ...twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the seat belts are properl...

Page 68: ...s the button once for the highest setting With each press of the button the heated seat changes to the next lower setting and then the off setting Three lights indicate the highest setting and one lig...

Page 69: ...o ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Always wear a seat belt and check that all passenger s are restrained properly too This vehicle has indicators as a rem...

Page 70: ...tics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing seat belts There are important things to know about wearing a seat belt properly Sit up straight and always kee...

Page 71: ...ly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap sho...

Page 72: ...tton on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Always stow the seat belt slowly If the seat belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position the retractor may lock and cannot be p...

Page 73: ...he Traction Control Electronic Stability Control system is not functioning properly See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 203 If there is a problem with the Automatic Seat Belt Tightenin...

Page 74: ...fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making seat belts effective is wearing them properly Seat Belt Extender If the vehicle s seat belt will fasten around you...

Page 75: ...the mechanism If dust or debris exists in the system please see the dealer Parts may need to be replaced to ensure proper functionality of the system Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash War...

Page 76: ...er For knee airbags the word AIRBAG is on the lower part of the instrument panel For seat mounted side impact airbags the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback closest to the door For roof rail a...

Page 77: ...ve when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat mounted side...

Page 78: ...est to the door The roof rail airbags for the driver front outboard passenger and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows Rear Seat Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Si...

Page 79: ...or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling It depends on what is hit the direction of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate...

Page 80: ...to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by seat belts by distributing the force of the impact more evenly over...

Page 81: ...off using the controls for those features If any of these systems are damaged in the crash they may not operate as normal Warning A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged im...

Page 82: ...knee airbag should be allowed to inflate or not According to accident statistics children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size Whene...

Page 83: ...person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit as a rem...

Page 84: ...55 6 Restart the vehicle The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbags for a child in a child restraint depending upon the child s size It is better to secure the child restraint in...

Page 85: ...g Equipped Vehicle 0 85 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates A wet seat can affect the performance of the passenger sensing system Here is how The passenger...

Page 86: ...f the airbag modules ceiling or pillar garnish trim overhead console front sensors side impact sensors or airbag wiring Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the ai...

Page 87: ...n the vehicle A damaged airbag system may not properly protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly a...

Page 88: ...elt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bone...

Page 89: ...or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retr...

Page 90: ...at as far back as it will go Child restraints are devices used to restrain seat or position children in the vehicle and are sometimes called child seats or car seats There are three basic types of chi...

Page 91: ...le up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of s...

Page 92: ...portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 93 for more information Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is...

Page 93: ...front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can...

Page 94: ...at the booster seat be secured with the LATCH system this can be done as long as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap shoulde...

Page 95: ...op 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...

Page 96: ...nchors are behind the rear seat on the filler panel Open the covers to access the anchors Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint wil...

Page 97: ...r strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retrac...

Page 98: ...nd the seat belts Refer to the child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on...

Page 99: ...ts 3 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth Th...

Page 100: ...that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LAT...

Page 101: ...the belt Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child r...

Page 102: ...passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger airbag s no system is fail safe No o...

Page 103: ...and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 124 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicl...

Page 104: ...actor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to...

Page 105: ...s Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Instrument Panel Storage Touch the bottom of the c...

Page 106: ...ined Accessory Power RAP 0 194 Power Retractable Cover Anti Pinch Feature If any object is in the path of the power cover when it is active the cover will stop at the obstruction and auto reverse to a...

Page 107: ...res Cargo Tie Downs The cargo tie downs can be used to secure small loads inside the trunk Convenience Net If equipped the convenience net is in the rear Put small loads behind the net It can also be...

Page 108: ...ght 125 Brake System Warning Light 127 Electric Parking Brake Light 128 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 128 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 128 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 129 Vehicle Ahea...

Page 109: ...h the control 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...

Page 110: ...36 Horn Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Windshield Wiper Washer With the ignition on or in ACC ACCESSORY move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed HI Use for fast w...

Page 111: ...ed off while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing or Rainsense wipes the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield Rainsense If equipped there is a sensor...

Page 112: ...designed to operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before needing a signal from the GPS satellites When the compass display shows CAL drive the vehicle for a short distance in an ope...

Page 113: ...ent be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment See Add On Electrical Equipment 0 248 Caution Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle may damage it or kee...

Page 114: ...ges one PMA or Qi compatible mobile device The power output of the system is capable of charging at a rate up to 1 amp 5W as requested by the compatible mobile device See Radio Frequency Statement 0 3...

Page 115: ...and wait three seconds before placing aligning the mobile device on the pad again Keep the storage door closed while driving Software Acknowledgements Certain Wireless Charging Module product from LG...

Page 116: ...NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT INDIRECT IN...

Page 117: ...CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349156 2018 CRC 5 9 17 116 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster English Base Cluster with Auto Stop Shown V Series V Sport and Metric...

Page 118: ...Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349156 2018 CRC 5 9 17 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 117 English Uplevel Balanced Cluster Shown V Series V Sport and Metric Similar...

Page 119: ...the Options page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster 2 Press SEL to enter the Options menu 3 Scroll down to highlight Display Layout Then press SEL to select it 4 Each layout in th...

Page 120: ...ghted to change the configuration of the uplevel cluster See Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster earlier in this section Head up Display HUD Rotation This feature allows for adjusting the angle of the H...

Page 121: ...g to AUTO STOP the engine is off but the vehicle is on and can move The engine could auto start at any time When the indicator points to OFF the vehicle is off When the engine is on the tachometer wil...

Page 122: ...ample 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 s...

Page 123: ...on Only Metric English This gauge shows the engine oil temperature If the gauge pointer moves into the high end it means that the engine oil has overheated If the vehicle has been operated under norma...

Page 124: ...as possible Seat Belt Reminders Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may com...

Page 125: ...em The system check includes the airbag sensor s the passenger sensing system the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the ai...

Page 126: ...e your dealer for service Warning If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have t...

Page 127: ...Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications 0 251 If the light is flashing A malfunction has been detected that could damage the emission control system and increase vehicle emission...

Page 128: ...mission control systems have not been completely diagnosed If this happens the vehicle would not be ready for inspection and might require several days of routine driving before the system is ready fo...

Page 129: ...it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem For vehicles with the reconfigurable cluster this light may not come on when the vehicle is started If this light stays on the vehicle shoul...

Page 130: ...o indicate that the lane marking has been crossed See Lane Keep Assist LKA 0 235 Vehicle Ahead Indicator If equipped this indicator will display green when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber when y...

Page 131: ...y the indicator light turns off If the light is on and not flashing the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak system have been disabled A Driver Information Center DIC message may display Check the DIC...

Page 132: ...he TPMS When the Light Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated A Driver Information Center DIC tire pressure message may also display Stop as soon as...

Page 133: ...s turned on as a check to show it is working For vehicles with a reconfigurable cluster this light is in the display area and may not come on when the ignition is turned on It also comes on when the f...

Page 134: ...rted If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer For vehicles with a reconfigurable cluster this light is in the display area and may not come on when the ignition is turned on Thi...

Page 135: ...uise Control 0 214 Door Ajar Light For vehicles equipped with this light it comes on when a door is open or not securely latched Before driving check that all doors are properly closed Information Dis...

Page 136: ...s mi since the trip odometer was last reset The trip odometer can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active The average fuel economy shows the approximate average liters per 10...

Page 137: ...estimated time until arrival at your destination Distance to Destination Shows the distance to the destination when using route guidance Speed Limit Shows the current speed limit on vehicles with the...

Page 138: ...the Oil Life display is active See Engine Oil Life System 0 262 Tire Pressure Shows the approximate pressures of all four tires Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal kPa or in pounds per sq...

Page 139: ...r alerts if equipped Speed Speed Limit Tachometer Audio Phone Navigation Collision Alert Vehicle Ahead Cruise Control Set Speed Adaptive Cruise Control Lane Departure Lane Keep Assist Low Fuel Transmi...

Page 140: ...hen press SEL to save the setting CANCEL can also be selected to cancel the setting The vehicle must be in P Park See Instrument Cluster 0 116 HUD Views There are four views in the HUD Some vehicle in...

Page 141: ...f the display will appear with increases in engine rpm The rows of lights get closer together as the shift point gets closer Shift the transmission before the lights come together in the display Shift...

Page 142: ...stems Cruise Control Lighting and Bulb Replacement Wiper Washer Systems Doors and Windows Seat Belts Airbag Systems Engine and Transmission Tire Pressure Battery Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS...

Page 143: ...ration of the vehicle Select Off or On Driving Mode These settings will overwrite the main Vehicle Mode selections made with the MODE switch on the console Touch and the following may display Engine S...

Page 144: ...e is started Touch Off or On Auto Rear Defog This setting automatically turns the rear defogger on when the engine is started Touch Off or On Collision Detection Systems Touch and the following may di...

Page 145: ...ems for Parking or Backing 0 223 Touch Off or On Rear Cross Traffic Alert This setting specifies if an alert will display when the vehicle detects approaching rear cross traffic when in R Reverse See...

Page 146: ...ch Off 30 Seconds 60 Seconds or 120 Seconds Power Door Locks Touch and the following may display Open Door Anti Lock Out Auto Door Unlock Delayed Door Lock Open Door Anti Lock Out This setting prevent...

Page 147: ...on If equipped this feature enables remote operation of the windows with the RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 30 Touch Off or On Passive Door Unlock This setting specifi...

Page 148: ...les as well as for future programming Erase the programming when vehicle ownership is terminated See Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons later in this section To program a garage door opener park...

Page 149: ...ight and the garage door does not move continue with programming Steps 4 6 Learn or Smart Button 4 After completing Steps 1 3 locate the Learn or Smart button inside the garage on the garage door open...

Page 150: ...er Programming the Universal Remote System to complete Universal Remote System Operation Using the Universal Remote System Press and hold the appropriate Universal Remote system button for at least on...

Page 151: ...ntrol 155 Courtesy Lamps 155 Dome Lamps 155 Reading Lamps 155 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 156 Exit Lighting 156 Battery Load Management 156 Battery Power Protection 157 Exterior Lighting Battery...

Page 152: ...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...

Page 153: ...This feature allows the high beam headlamps to be used to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass Pull and hold the turn signal lever toward you to use this feature When this is done t...

Page 154: ...e 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 For vehicles sold in Canada this control only works when the...

Page 155: ...to signal a turn An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there...

Page 156: ...control will set the lowest level to which the displays will automatically be adjusted Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the DOOR position Dome...

Page 157: ...h limited lighting when the driver door is opened after the ignition is turned off The dome lamp comes on after the ignition is turned off The exterior lamps and dome lamp remain on for a set amount o...

Page 158: ...s 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 may be noticeable to the driver If s...

Page 159: ...quipped the PDR icon displays on the Home Page Important Information Use of the PDR may be prohibited or legally restricted in certain countries and situations Ensure compliance with applicable laws a...

Page 160: ...ccessible from the SD card To begin insert a FAT32 formatted SD card Class 10 required 8 16 or 32 GB recommended into the glove box SD card reader Touch the PDR icon to access the PDR menu The options...

Page 161: ...efine Finish Line and then touch Mark Finish Line This can be done with the vehicle moving Recorded Sessions To view recorded videos touch Recorded Sessions A list of recordings displays Select the re...

Page 162: ...isplays these vehicle metrics Vehicle Speed Up to three digits are displayed in km h or MPH depending on vehicle settings Engine Rotations Per Minute RPMs The curved line shows current RPMs As the RPM...

Page 163: ...1 Sport 2 or Race Current Lap Time Displays the elapsed lap time if the finish line is defined and the vehicle has crossed the defined finish line at least once Event Odometer Displays the mileage dri...

Page 164: ...vehicle is in Valet Mode Overwrite existing data when memory full Allows manual overwriting of previous recordings one at a time starting with the oldest when the current recording requires additiona...

Page 165: ...ompartment Air Filter 172 Service 172 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 adjus...

Page 166: ...en be made on the front climate control page displayed See the infotainment manual Climate Control Status Display The climate control status display appears briefly when the climate control buttons on...

Page 167: ...r button is pressed the climate control system will turn on and return to delivering airflow as set The temperature control and air delivery mode can still be adjusted w x The temperature can be adjus...

Page 168: ...ly cool the inside of the vehicle The climate control system may have a sensor to detect air pollution When using automatic air recirculation the air quality control system may operate To adjust the s...

Page 169: ...ing else that is sharp This may damage the rear window defogger grid and affect the radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Driver and Pass...

Page 170: ...ped with an air quality sensor the climate control system adjusts to limit some exhaust fumes from being pulled inside the vehicle Touch or press AUTO on the display or center stack to activate the ai...

Page 171: ...y to turn the rear climate control on or off To turn the system back on press O on the rear climate controls and within five seconds press the MODE or temperature buttons on the rear climate controls...

Page 172: ...limate display or press MODE on the rear climate controls to change the direction of the airflow in the rear seating area M or L If equipped press M or L to heat the left or right outboard seat cushio...

Page 173: ...r vents Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces dust pollen and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part...

Page 174: ...tomatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 197 Manual Mode 199 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 200 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 201 Electric Parking Brake 201 Brake Assist 203 Hill Start Assist HSA...

Page 175: ...ing wheel and focus your attention on driving Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes...

Page 176: ...collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of...

Page 177: ...s travel and is held against that position for an extended period of time power steering assist may be reduced If the steering assist is used for an extended period of time while the vehicle is not mo...

Page 178: ...occurs Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water snow ice gravel or other...

Page 179: ...he vehicle is driven on the track or raced Engine Oil 2 0L LTG Engine This is not available with a track package option and is not recommended for track use 3 6L Non Turbo LGX Engine With Oil Cooler C...

Page 180: ...re deflector when driving in track events Brake cooling can be improved if the front brake disc splash shield and front tire deflector are removed Removing the shield will require that the suspension...

Page 181: ...the brake pedal travel starts to increase Depending on conditions this should take no longer than 25 brake applications 3 Cool down Drive at 100 km h 60 mph for approximately 15 km 10 mi without using...

Page 182: ...ing at high speed which can lead to tire failure if not inflated properly Always limit vehicle cargo to the driver plus one passenger with no additional cargo Warning Track course loads wear tires bot...

Page 183: ...le wash lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away If this hap...

Page 184: ...tion Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Snow or ice between the tires and the road creates less traction or grip so drive carefully Wet ice can occur at about 0 C 32 F when freezing rain begins to...

Page 185: ...icle and then shut the engine off and partially close the window Moving about to keep warm also helps If it takes time for help to arrive when running the engine push the accelerator pedal slightly so...

Page 186: ...hicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on the vehicle may show how much weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading...

Page 187: ...driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of carg...

Page 188: ...00 lbs Example 2 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 340 kg 750 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 1 Vehicle Capacity...

Page 189: ...ead the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle Secure...

Page 190: ...d accessories may include the splitter or rocker extensions Warning Exposed edges of parts containing carbon fiber and other composite materials can be sharp Contact with these parts could result in i...

Page 191: ...ng systems and disable the airbags If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring in...

Page 192: ...to P Park or N Neutral To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only Caution Do not try to shift to P Park if the vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transm...

Page 193: ...Stop Start feature the vehicle s engine might seem to be shut off however once the brake pedal is released the engine will start up again The engine may restart even while the brake is applied Shift t...

Page 194: ...ngine heater at least four hours before starting your vehicle An internal thermostat in the plug end of the cord may exist which will prevent engine heater operation at temperatures above 18 C 0 F To...

Page 195: ...not it could be damaged Contact your dealer for information on how long to use the heater in your particular area Retained Accessory Power RAP Some vehicle accessories may be used after the ignition i...

Page 196: ...ransmission into P Park is not done properly and then it is difficult to shift out of P Park To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park To find out how see Shifting Into P...

Page 197: ...he Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is outside the vehicle the vehicle will turn off after one hour If the vehicle is left parked while running and the RKE transmitter is inside the vehicle will t...

Page 198: ...ehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running If...

Page 199: ...into P Park as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear See Shifting out of Park 0 195 Caution Shifting to R Reverse while the vehic...

Page 200: ...s of the M Manual Mode button See Manual Mode 0 199 Caution Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair wil...

Page 201: ...ry Tap Shift Mode can also be deactivated by holding the right upshift control briefly While using Tap Shift the vehicle will have firmer quicker shifting You can use this for sport driving or when cl...

Page 202: ...ing the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help you steer around the obstacle whil...

Page 203: ...shing See your dealer See Electric Parking Brake Light 0 128 If the 8 light is on pull the EPB switch and hold it Continue to hold the switch until the Y or PARK light remains on If the 8 light remain...

Page 204: ...rt Assist HSA Hill Start Assist HSA will activate when the vehicle is stopped on a moderate to steep grade to help prevent it from rolling in the unintended direction After the brake pedal has been re...

Page 205: ...the Systems Off and On later in this section The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster This light will Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin Flash when StabiliTrak is activate...

Page 206: ...s 0 251 Driver Mode Control Driver Mode Control attempts to add a sportier feel provide a more comfortable ride or assist in different weather conditions or terrain This system simultaneously changes...

Page 207: ...Mode will use a different accelerator pedal map to optimize traction on a slippery surface The accelerator pedal will reduce engine torque at small pedal inputs When selected the Snow Ice Mode indica...

Page 208: ...linked default Throttle Progression Adjusts throttle sensitivity by selecting how quick or slow the throttle reacts to input Snow Ice The accelerator pedal will reduce engine torque at small pedal in...

Page 209: ...Track Mode and cannot be overwritten The selections made in the Driving Mode menu overwrite the main vehicle mode selection via the buttons or switch on the center console In order to customize and ov...

Page 210: ...RACTION 1 WET ACTIVE HANDLING ON displays in the DIC When PTM is active the up and down buttons will no longer change Drive Modes but instead change PTM modes To select a mode while in PTM press the D...

Page 211: ...M and return to the traction control and StabiliTrak systems The traction off light i and StabiliTrak OFF light g will go out Launch Control V Series Only A Launch Control feature is available within...

Page 212: ...lly activated eLSD actively monitors vehicle sensors and driver inputs to determine the amount of change for the conditions With eLSD the vehicle has Enhanced high speed control Improved traction thro...

Page 213: ...ss RES up to the first detent To increase speed to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedometer press RES up to the second detent SET Press the control down briefly to SET to set the speed and activa...

Page 214: ...first detent For each press the vehicle goes about 1 km h 1 mph slower To decrease the vehicle speed in larger increments briefly press SET down to the second detent For each press the vehicle speed...

Page 215: ...tain the selected following gap To disengage ACC apply the brake If ACC is controlling your vehicle speed when the Traction Control System TCS or electronic stability control system activates the ACC...

Page 216: ...or to decrease vehicle speed if ACC is already activated To decrease speed by 1 km h 1 mph press SET down to the first detent To decrease speed to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedometer press S...

Page 217: ...ator After ACC is set it may immediately apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead is detected closer than the selected following gap The ACC indicator displays in the instrument cluster and Head Up Display...

Page 218: ...ess the vehicle goes about 1 km h 1 mph slower To decrease the vehicle speed in larger increments press SET down to the second detent For each press the vehicle speed decreases to the next 5 km h 5 mp...

Page 219: ...dicator is in the instrument cluster and HUD display if equipped The vehicle ahead indicator only displays when a vehicle is detected in your vehicle s path moving in the same direction If this indica...

Page 220: ...detected vehicle and slow your vehicle to a stop behind that vehicle If the stopped vehicle ahead has driven away and ACC has not resumed the vehicle ahead indicator will flash as a reminder to check...

Page 221: ...e You could be startled if the vehicle accelerates up to the set speed especially when following a vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps You could lose control of the vehicle or crash Do not use ACC...

Page 222: ...ot Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a Trailer Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills or when towing a trailer ACC will not detect a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep hills The driver will...

Page 223: ...replace the need for paying attention and driving safely You may not hear or feel alerts or warnings provided by these systems Failure to use proper care when driving may result in injury death or veh...

Page 224: ...ays check around the vehicle when parking or backing Rear Vision Camera RVC When the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse the RVC displays an image of the area behind the vehicle in the infotainment disp...

Page 225: ...y all objects near the corners of the vehicle Folding side mirrors that are out of position will not display surround view correctly Always check around the vehicle when parking or backing 1 Views Dis...

Page 226: ...al distances Do not drive or park the vehicle using only these camera s Always check behind and around the vehicle before driving Failure to use proper care may result in injury death or vehicle damag...

Page 227: ...cts when backing up at speeds greater than 8 km h 5 mph The Backing Warning System will beep once from the rear when an object is first detected or pulse twice on both sides of the Safety Alert Seat W...

Page 228: ...ccurs If this happens either press the brake pedal or firmly press the accelerator pedal to release the brakes from the RAB system Before releasing the brakes check the RVC and check the area around t...

Page 229: ...ongside of the vehicle Always be prepared to stop the vehicle during the parking maneuver Press O on the center stack to enable the system to search for a parking space that is large enough and within...

Page 230: ...if The steering wheel is used by the driver The maximum allowed speed is exceeded There is a failure with the APA system Electronic stability control or antilock brakes are activated A high priority...

Page 231: ...r Vehicle Personalization 0 142 Detecting the Vehicle Ahead FCA warnings will not occur unless the FCA system detects a vehicle ahead When a vehicle is detected the vehicle ahead indicator will displa...

Page 232: ...me vehicles Off The first button press shows the current setting on the DIC Additional button presses will change this setting The chosen setting will remain until it is changed and will affect the ti...

Page 233: ...utomatically brake moderately or hard This forward automatic braking can only occur if a vehicle is detected This is shown by the FCA vehicle ahead indicator being lit See Forward Collision Alert FCA...

Page 234: ...s needed FAB and IBA can be disabled through vehicle personalization See Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0 142 Warning Using FAB or IBA while towing a trailer could cause you...

Page 235: ...roaching from up to 25 m 82 ft behind the vehicle How the System Works The LCA symbol lights up in the side mirrors when the system detects a moving vehicle in the next lane over that is in the side b...

Page 236: ...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 are covered with...

Page 237: ...lly roads If LKA only detects lane markings on one side of the road it will only assist or provide an LDW alert when approaching the lane on the side where it has detected a lane marking Even with LKA...

Page 238: ...alerts may occur due to tar marks shadows cracks in the road temporary or construction lane markings or other road imperfections This is normal system operation the vehicle does not need service Turn...

Page 239: ...e not stored by the vehicle and cannot be used to identify owners or occupants or to later track the vehicle s location Unnecessary Alerts V2V features may provide alerts to driving situations that ar...

Page 240: ...StabiliTrak Traction Control or Antilock Brake System ABS event This could indicate that the road ahead is slippery or has low traction Under these conditions V2V may display a DIC message TRAFFIC IN...

Page 241: ...could be damaged and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 93 octane the engine needs service Prohibited Fuels Caution Do no...

Page 242: ...vailable one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment Cleaner added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change can help GM Fuel System Treatment Cleaner is the only gasoline additive recommended by General...

Page 243: ...s possible See Exterior Care 0 324 Warning If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Le...

Page 244: ...the vehicle for towing a trailer Read the entire section before towing a trailer For towing a disabled vehicle see Towing the Vehicle 0 321 For towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a moto...

Page 245: ...hen apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes work During the trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and the lamps and any trailer brakes still work Followin...

Page 246: ...on see Engine Overheating 0 270 Parking on Hills Warning Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous If something goes wrong the rig could start to move People can be inju...

Page 247: ...argo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load 1 of any trailer is an impo...

Page 248: ...deadly carbon monoxide CO from the exhaust can get into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust 0 196 Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer Cross the safety chains under the to...

Page 249: ...with vehicle systems This could affect vehicle operation and cause a crash Such devices may also access information stored in the vehicle s systems Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the veh...

Page 250: ...78 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 279 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 279 Halogen Bulbs 279 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 279 LED Lighting 280 Back Up Lamps 280 License Plate Lamp 280 Elect...

Page 251: ...have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Warning Most motor vehicles including this one as well as many of its service parts and fluids contain and or emit chemicals known to the Stat...

Page 252: ...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 w...

Page 253: ...icks Hood To open the hood 1 Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it It is on the lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle to find the secondary hood release...

Page 254: ...Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349156 2018 CRC 5 9 17 VEHICLE CARE 253 Engine Compartment Overview 2 0L L4 Engine LTG...

Page 255: ...th America 0 318 3 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 282 4 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System 0 266 5 Remote Negative Battery Terminal See Jump Starting North America 0 318 6...

Page 256: ...Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349156 2018 CRC 5 9 17 VEHICLE CARE 255 3 6L V6 Engine LGX...

Page 257: ...th America 0 318 3 Remote Negative Battery Terminal See Jump Starting North America 0 318 4 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System 0 266 5 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 282 6...

Page 258: ...Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349156 2018 CRC 5 9 17 VEHICLE CARE 257 3 6L V6 Engine LF3...

Page 259: ...th America 0 318 3 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 282 4 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System 0 266 5 Remote Negative Battery Terminal See Jump Starting North America 0 318 6...

Page 260: ...Cadillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349156 2018 CRC 5 9 17 VEHICLE CARE 259 6 2L V8 Engine LT4...

Page 261: ...heck the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Li...

Page 262: ...add too much oil Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engin...

Page 263: ...t 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...

Page 264: ...and hold SEL 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 cann...

Page 265: ...e air cleaner filter housing and nearby components are free of dirt and debris Remove the engine air cleaner filter Lightly tap and shake the engine air cleaner filter away from the vehicle to release...

Page 266: ...LT4 1 Remove the 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...

Page 267: ...s the engine to maintain the correct working temperature 2 0L L4 Engine LTG 1 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 2 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View 3 6L V6 Engine LGX 1 Engine Coolant Surge Tank...

Page 268: ...he vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant See Maintenance Schedule 0 334 and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 343 The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant...

Page 269: ...visible in the coolant surge tank If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above th...

Page 270: ...ean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it 1 Remove the coolant surge tank...

Page 271: ...e 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 t...

Page 272: ...highest fan speed Open the windows as necessary 3 When it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P Park or N Neutral and let the engine idle If the overheat warning no longer displays the vehicl...

Page 273: ...tched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time when the vehicle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly Warni...

Page 274: ...before long term storage Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with GM approved DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap See Engine Compartment Overview 0 253 for the lo...

Page 275: ...free Do not remove the cap and do not add fluid The battery is in the trunk behind the trim panel on the driver side of the vehicle Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label...

Page 276: ...se the AGM setting on the charger to limit charge voltage to 14 8 volts Follow the charger manufacture s instructions Vehicle Storage Warning Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can exp...

Page 277: ...ing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both...

Page 278: ...our foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular...

Page 279: ...ifications for these systems to work properly If it is not there may be unexpected behavior and or messages from these systems Gas Strut s This vehicle is equipped with gas strut s to provide assistan...

Page 280: ...r Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs or any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs Warning Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas insid...

Page 281: ...mal LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps For replacement of any LED lighting assembly contact your dealer Back Up Lamps 1 Back Up Bulb Socket 2 Back Up Lamp Assembly To replace one of these...

Page 282: ...nto position until the release tab locks into place Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload When the cu...

Page 283: ...ice may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the windshield wipers If the overload is caused by an electrical problem and not snow or ice be sure...

Page 284: ...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 Al...

Page 285: ...24 Wiper speed relay 25 Engine control module relay 26 27 Heated seat 2 28 Reverse lock out 29 Adaptive forward lighting Automatic headlamp leveling Pedestrian protection 30 31 Passenger window switch...

Page 286: ...ccum pump relay 62 Starter 1 relay 63 Air conditioning control relay 64 Adaptive headlamp leveling 65 Left HID headlamp Fuses Usage 66 Right HID headlamp 67 Left Right high beam headlamp 68 Headlamp l...

Page 287: ...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 m...

Page 288: ...18 19 Auxiliary power outlet Fuses Usage 20 Lighter 21 Wireless charger 22 Sensing diagnostic module Automatic occupant sensing 23 Radio DVD Heating ventilation Air conditioning control 24 Display 25...

Page 289: ...ear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is behind a cover on the driver side of the rear compartment The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown...

Page 290: ...26 Front ventilated seats 27 Side blind zone alert Lane departure warning External object calculating module 28 Trailer Sunshade 29 Rear heated seats 30 Semi active damping system 31 Transfer case co...

Page 291: ...e dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits 0 185 Continued Warning Continued Underinfl...

Page 292: ...frequent driving on snow or ice covered roads is expected All season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions but they may not offer the same level of traction or performa...

Page 293: ...driven up to 100 km 60 mi with a moderate load 80 km 50 mi and a heavy load 45 km 25 mi As soon as possible contact the nearest authorized GM or run flat servicing facility for inspection and repair o...

Page 294: ...in cold climates and on ice and snow It is recommended that winter tires be installed on the vehicle if frequent driving at temperatures below approximately 5 C 40 F or on ice or snow covered roads i...

Page 295: ...10 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 4 Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and pl...

Page 296: ...amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory Weight The combined weight of option...

Page 297: ...ressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight acce...

Page 298: ...government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 307 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied...

Page 299: ...valve stem Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get the pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no...

Page 300: ...logy to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if pro...

Page 301: ...low tire pressure condition exists TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in the tires and tra...

Page 302: ...essage also displays The malfunction light and DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected Some of the conditions that can cause these to come on are One of the r...

Page 303: ...heel positions If it takes longer the matching process stops and must be restarted The TPMS sensor matching process is 1 Set the parking brake 2 Place the vehicle in Service Mode See Ignition Position...

Page 304: ...aired well because of the size or location of the damage Tire Rotation If the vehicle has non directional tires they should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 mi See Maintenance Schedule 0 334 Tires are...

Page 305: ...heel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications 0 348 Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off a...

Page 306: ...gasoline or other substances that can deteriorate rubber Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at leas...

Page 307: ...correct size brand and type of tire on all four wheels Warning Using bias ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel cou...

Page 308: ...y Grading UTQG system does not apply to deep tread winter tires compact spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires...

Page 309: ...minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either se...

Page 310: ...g wheels use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains Warning If the vehicle has P245 40R18 245 40R18 275 35R18 255 35R19 265 35ZR19 or 295 30ZR19 size tires do not use tire chains There is not e...

Page 311: ...es 0 290 If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if there is ever a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire...

Page 312: ...o severely damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective If the tire has a puncture less than 6 mm 0 25 in in the tread area of the tire see Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 311 Tir...

Page 313: ...maged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective See Roadside Service 0 356 Read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions The kit includes 1 Selector Switch Seal...

Page 314: ...r 6 Sealant Air Hose Clear 7 Air Only Hose Black 8 Power Plug 9 Canister Release Button Under Sealant Air Hose When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a...

Page 315: ...ealant into the tire Once the sealant is completely dispersed into the tire the pressure will quickly drop and start to rise again as the tire inflates with air only 10 Inflate the tire to the recomme...

Page 316: ...ng the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Punctured If the tire pressure has fallen more than 68 kPa 10 psi below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the...

Page 317: ...nd the power plug 8 3 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it 4 Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire by turni...

Page 318: ...off Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage 12 Unplug the power plug 8 from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 13 Disconnect the air only h...

Page 319: ...the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING...

Page 320: ...und system Caution If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump...

Page 321: ...ttery 7 Connect one end of the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery 8 Connect the other end of the black negative cable to the remote negative grounding terminal for the d...

Page 322: ...le onto a flatbed carrier Front spring spacers were provided for lifting the front suspension if more clearance is necessary when towing Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the dis...

Page 323: ...re to read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations What is the distance that will be traveled Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Is the proper towing equipment...

Page 324: ...icle from the rear 1 Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer instructions 2 Put the rear wheels on the dolly 3 Shift the transmission to P Park 4 Firmly set the parking br...

Page 325: ...eeding 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Caution Do not power wash any component under the hood that has this e symbol This could cause damage that would not be c...

Page 326: ...ngs on the vehicle are aluminum chrome or stainless steel To prevent damage always follow these cleaning instructions Be sure the molding is cool to the touch before applying any cleaning solution Use...

Page 327: ...sher 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 blad...

Page 328: ...steering suspension and chassis components for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year Inspect power steering for proper attachment connections binding leaks cracks chafin...

Page 329: ...Do not spray cleaners on any switches or controls Remove cleaners quickly Before using cleaners read and follow all safety instructions on the label While cleaning the interior open the doors and wind...

Page 330: ...and gently rub toward the center Fold the cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently to prevent forcing the soil in to the fabric 4 Continue gently rubbing the soiled area until there is no longer any...

Page 331: ...crease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions Caution Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces If an air freshener comes in contact with an...

Page 332: ...vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use...

Page 333: ...s section describes the required maintenance for the vehicle Follow this schedule to help protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance It may also help to mai...

Page 334: ...s vehicle emissions Because of the way people use vehicles maintenance needs vary There may need to be more frequent checks and services The Additional Required Services Normal are for vehicles that C...

Page 335: ...eld washer fluid level See Washer Fluid 0 271 Engine Oil Change When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km 600 mi If driven under...

Page 336: ...inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts Lubricate body components See Exterior Care 0 324 Check starter switch See St...

Page 337: ...0 mi 2 2 8 000 k m 142 500 mi 2 4 0 000 k m 150 000 mi Rotate tires if recommended for the vehicle and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and fi...

Page 338: ...odors Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter 3 Visually check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 4 Or every four years whic...

Page 339: ...mended for the vehicle and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed 1 Replace passenger compartment air filter 2 Inspect evaporat...

Page 340: ...r lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 4 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often...

Page 341: ...tic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting Trained dealer tech...

Page 342: ...ians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking blown seals or damage and can advise when service is needed Tires Tires need to be properly inflated rotated and balanced Maintaini...

Page 343: ...e required equipment to ensure proper wheel alignment Windshield For safety appearance and the best viewing keep the windshield clean and clear Signs of damage include scratches cracks and chips Train...

Page 344: ...50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Cooling System 0 266 Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade ACDelco dexos1 fu...

Page 345: ...Transfer Case Fluid GM Part No 88861950 in Canada 88861951 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in...

Page 346: ...5 PF64 3 6L V6 Engine LGX 19330000 PF63E 3 6L V6 Engine LF3 19330000 PF63E 6 2L V8 Engine V Series 12640445 PF64 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185 Spark Plugs 2 0L L4 Engine 12647827 41...

Page 347: ...CE AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Re...

Page 348: ...ation Number VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code...

Page 349: ...t For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System Engine 2 0L L4 Engine 8 8 L 9 3 qt 3 6...

Page 350: ...LGX RWD with oil cooler 5 7 L 6 0 qt 3 6L V6 Engine LGX AWD 6 15 L 6 5 qt 3 6L V6 Engine LF3 6 6 L 7 0 qt 6 2L V8 Engine V Series 9 5 L 10 0 qt Fuel Tank 72 L 19 gal Transfer Case AWD 0 8 L 0 8 qt Rea...

Page 351: ...Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 0L L4 Engine LTG X Automatic 0 75 0 90 mm 0 030 0 035 in 3 6L V6 Engine LGX S Automatic 0 80 0 90 mm 0 031 0 035 in 3 6L V6 Engine...

Page 352: ...dillac CTS CTS V Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349156 2018 CRC 5 9 17 TECHNICAL DATA 351 Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 0L L4 Engine 3 6L V6 Engine LGX 3 6L V6 Engine LF3 6 2L V8 Engin...

Page 353: ...cy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 363 Event Data Recorders 363 OnStar 364 Infotainment System 364 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important...

Page 354: ...administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to...

Page 355: ...Ontario L1H 8P7 The inquiry should be accompanied by the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance Howeve...

Page 356: ...Star account information F Chat with online help representatives See my cadillac com to register your vehicle Cadillac Owner Centre Canada cadillacowner ca Visit the Cadillac Owner Centre Chat live wi...

Page 357: ...t notification General Motors North America and Cadillac reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often or the same type of claim is...

Page 358: ...ot a regularly traveled or maintained public road which includes ice and winter roads Off road use is not covered Services Specific to Canadian Purchased Vehicles Fuel delivery Reimbursement is up to...

Page 359: ...ranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to do so your dealer may offer the following transportation options Shuttle Service This includes one way or round tri...

Page 360: ...t were total losses in prior crashes In most cases the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain the...

Page 361: ...towing see Roadside Service 0 356 Gather the following information Driver name address and telephone number Driver license number Owner name address and telephone number Vehicle license plate number V...

Page 362: ...n Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The Owner s Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models In...

Page 363: ...fect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA re...

Page 364: ...modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed These modu...

Page 365: ...nse of litigation through the discovery process 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...

Page 366: ...cellular service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle includ...

Page 367: ...Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an AMBER Alert Get assistance in severe weather or other crisis situations and find evacuation routes OnStar Services Emergency Emergency Services require an active O...

Page 368: ...by Turn directions or have them sent to the vehicle s navigation screen if equipped Turn by Turn Navigation 1 Press Q to connect to an Advisor 2 Request directions to be downloaded to the vehicle 3 Fo...

Page 369: ...ce Set Identifier This is your network s name that is visible to other wireless devices Choose a unique name and avoid family names or vehicle descriptions OnStar Wi Fi Hotspot If Equipped The vehicle...

Page 370: ...ctive OnStar service compatible device factory installed remote start and power locks are required Data rates apply See onstar com for details and system limitations Remote Services Contact an OnStar...

Page 371: ...ress on file and enrollment in Advanced Diagnostics Includes Diagnostic Alerts Set preferences to receive real time e mails texts or monthly reports of the vehicle s health Or press Q to have an Advis...

Page 372: ...sed of sold transferred or if the lease ends Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible The Advisor will update vehicle records and ex...

Page 373: ...OnStar services except Virtual Advisor and OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation OnStar Personal Identification Number PIN A PIN is needed to access some OnStar services The PIN will need to be changed the f...

Page 374: ...any electrical equipment See Add On Electrical Equipment 0 248 Added electrical equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate Vehicle Software Updates On...

Page 375: ...HE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM DAMAGES OR OTHER...

Page 376: ...the distribution The sole exception to this condition is redistribution of a standard UnZipSFX binary including SFXWiz as part of a self extracting archive that is permitted without inclusion of this...

Page 377: ...Air Vents 171 Airbag System Check 86 How Does an Airbag Restrain 79 Passenger Sensing System 81 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 79 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 79 Airbag System cont d When...

Page 378: ...lamp Aiming 279 Headlamps 279 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 279 License Plate Lamps 280 Buying New Tires 305 C Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance 334 Calibration 111 California Fuel Requirement...

Page 379: ...mation 361 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 352 D Damage Repair Collision 359 Danger Warning and Caution 2 Data Collection Infotainment System 364 OnStar 364 Data Recorder Performance 158 Data Recorder...

Page 380: ...Power Messages 141 Running While Parked 197 Starting 20 191 Engine Oil Temperature Gauge 122 Entry Lighting 156 Equipment Towing 247 Event Data Recorders 363 Exit Lighting 156 Extended Parking 196 Ex...

Page 381: ...e Forward Lighting AFL 153 Aiming 279 Automatic 153 Bulb Replacement 279 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 152 Flash to Pass 152 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 279 High Beam On Light 133 High Low Beam...

Page 382: ...ontrol 155 LED 280 Lights Adaptive Forward Lighting AFL Light 133 Airbag Readiness 124 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 128 Brake System Warning 127 Charging System 125 Check Engine Malfunction Indic...

Page 383: ...tar 367 Net Convenience 106 New Vehicle Break In 188 O Odometer 119 Trip 120 Off Road Recovery 176 Oil Engine 260 Engine Oil Life System 262 Pressure Light 131 Older Children Restraints 86 Online Owne...

Page 384: ...Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 343 Records Maintenance 346 Recreational Vehicle Towing 322 Reimbursement Program GM Mobility 355 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 30 Remote Vehicle Start 36 Replacem...

Page 385: ...ng Information 361 Scheduling Appointments 357 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 128 Services Special Application 339 Servicing the Airbag 85 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmissio...

Page 386: ...ading 307 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 308 Wheel Replacement 308 When It Is Time for New Tires 304 Winter 291 Towing Driving Characteristics 243 Equipment 247 General Information 243 Recreational...

Page 387: ...37 Ventilation Air 171 Visors 52 W Warning Brake System Light 127 Caution and Danger 2 Lane Departure LDW 235 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 115 Warnings Hazard Flashers 154 Washer Fluid 271 Whe...

Page 388: ...reathing exhaust do not idle engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle For more information go...

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