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Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-11354412) -

2018 - crc - 6/27/17

VEHICLE CARE

229

Vehicle Care

General Information

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
California Proposition

65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230

California Perchlorate Materials

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230

Accessories and

Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231

Vehicle Checks

Doing Your Own

Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231

Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Engine Compartment

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

Engine Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Automatic Transmission

Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . 240
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Overheated Engine Protection

Operating Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246

Power Steering Fluid (LFX

with FWD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247

Power Steering Fluid (LF3 and

LFX with AWD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247

Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . 250
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Automatic Transmission Shift

Lock Control Function
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251

Park Brake and P (Park)

Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252

Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . 252
Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . 253
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253

Headlamp Aiming

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254

Bulb Replacement

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Back-Up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255

Electrical System

Electrical System Overload . . . . . . 256
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . 256
Engine Compartment Fuse

Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257

Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . 260

Rear Compartment Fuse

Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261

Wheels and Tires

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Tire Terminology and

Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Tire Pressure for High-Speed

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272

Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . 272
Tire Pressure Monitor

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273

Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
When It Is Time for New

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277

Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Different Size Tires and

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279

Unifo rm Tire Quality Grading . . . 280
Wheel Alignment and Tire

Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281

Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282

Summary of Contents for XTS 2018

Page 1: ...23395456 A XTS 2018 XTS C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 18_CAD_XTS_COV_en_US_23395456A_2017JUN30 ai 1 6 26 2017 12 50 09 PM 18_CAD_XTS_COV_en_US_23395456A_2017JUN30 ai 1 6 26 2017 12 50 09 PM ...

Page 2: ... Keys Doors and Windows 27 Seats and Restraints 52 Storage 105 Instruments and Controls 109 Lighting 150 Infotainment System 157 Climate Controls 158 Driving and Operating 167 Vehicle Care 229 Service and Maintenance 311 Technical Data 326 Customer Information 329 Reporting Safety Defects 339 OnStar 342 Index 353 ...

Page 3: ...s owner s manual Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helminc com or from Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l adresse suivante ...

Page 4: ...ditional instructions or information Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information 0 Shown when there is more information on another page see page Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean See the features in this manual for information 9 Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System ABS Brak...

Page 5: ...Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 11354412 2018 crc 6 27 17 4 INTRODUCTION 2 NOTES ...

Page 6: ...sion 18 Vehicle Features Infotainment System 19 Steering Wheel Controls 19 Cruise Control 19 Driver Information Center DIC 19 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 20 Forward Automatic Braking FAB 20 Lane Departure Warning LDW 20 Lane Keep Assist LKA 20 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 21 Lane Change Alert LCA 21 Surround Vision 21 Rear Vision Camera RVC 21 Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA System 21 Parking A...

Page 7: ...Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 11354412 2018 crc 6 27 17 6 IN BRIEF Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...

Page 8: ...arking or Backing 0 204 Automatic Parking Assist APA Button See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 204 9 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 158 Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 62 If Equipped 10 Instrument Panel Storage 0 105 If Equipped Wireless Charging Pad If Equipped Out of View See Wireless Charging 0 114 11 Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission 0 186 12 ENGINE START STOP Bu...

Page 9: ...hicle locator Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm Press again or start the vehicle to cancel the panic alarm X Press twice quickly to release the trunk Press the key release button near the bottom of the transmitter to remove the key The key can be used for the driver door See Keys 0 27 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 28 Remote Vehicle Start The engine can be ...

Page 10: ... the door handle when the RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 28 Trunk To open the trunk Press from inside the vehicle Press X twice quickly on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 28 Press the emblem on the trunk after unlocking all doors See Trunk 0 40 Windows The power windows work when the igniti...

Page 11: ...ugh features Press Up 2 to make upward adjustments of the selected feature Press Rearward 3 to make rearward adjustments of the selected feature Press Down 4 to make downward adjustments of the selected feature Press Forward 5 to make forward adjustments of the selected feature Base Seat Adjustment To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Rais...

Page 12: ...r rearward Press Up 2 or Down 4 to adjust lumbar up or down See Lumbar Adjustment 0 57 To adjust bolster support if equipped Press and release or hold Feature Select 1 to scroll to bolster support on the infotainment display Press Forward 5 or Rearward 3 to adjust bolster support inward or outward See Lumbar Adjustment 0 57 Upper Shoulder Support To adjust upper shoulder support if equipped Press ...

Page 13: ...t massage 1 Turn the selection control 1 to view massage options on the infotainment display 2 Select massage feature 3 Press up or down to select massage type 4 To activate massage at last massage type and intensity settings or to turn massage off press the massage On Off control 2 See Massage 0 64 Memory Features Driver Buttons Shown Passenger Buttons Similar If equipped memory seats allow two d...

Page 14: ...icles either side of the seatback can be folded for more cargo space See Rear Seats 0 64 Heated and Ventilated Seats If equipped the buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack To operate the ignition must be on Press J or z to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback Press C or to ventilate the driver or passenger seat Press the button once for the highest setting With...

Page 15: ...oard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System 0 80 The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead console when the vehicle is started See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 125 Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirror 1 Move the selector switch to L Left or R Right to choose th...

Page 16: ... Steering Wheel Adjustment Press the control to move the tilt and telescoping steering wheel up and down or forward and rearward Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Interior Lighting Dome Lamp The dome lamp is in the overhead console To change the dome lamp settings press OFF Turns the lamp off even when a door is open DOOR The lamp comes on automatically when a door is opened ON Turns ...

Page 17: ...e AUTO Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off depending on outside lighting Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps except the headlamps 5 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 150 Turn and Lane Change Signals 0 153 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 0 151 Windshield Wiper Washer With the ignition on or in ACC ...

Page 18: ... feature on or off see Rain Sense Wipers under Vehicle Personalization 0 142 OFF Use to turn the wipers off 1X For a single wipe briefly move the lever down For several wipes hold the lever down n L Pull the lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers See Windshield Wiper Washer 0 110 Climate Controls The climate control buttons and the climate control display are use...

Page 19: ...mate Control Display 8 Air Delivery Mode Control See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 158 and Rear Climate Control System 0 163 if equipped Transmission Tap Shift Tap Shift allows the driver to manually control the automatic transmission To use Tap Shift the shift lever must be in M Manual Mode If equipped the controls are on the back of the steering wheel Tap the left control to downshift ...

Page 20: ...eed or press and hold to accelerate If the cruise control is already active use to increase vehicle speed To increase speed by 1 km h 1 mph press RES up to the first detent To increase speed to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedometer press RES up to the second detent SET Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control If the cruise control is already active use to...

Page 21: ...g FAB If the vehicle has Forward Collision Alert FCA it also has FAB which includes Intelligent Brake Assist IBA When the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into it can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear See ...

Page 22: ...e 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 included as part of the LCA system See Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 0 214 and Lane Change Alert LCA 0 215 Surround Vision If equipped views around the vehicle display in the infotainment display to aid with parking and low speed maneuvers See Surrou...

Page 23: ... spots using automatic steering DIC displays and beeps When the vehicle speed is below 30 km h 18 mph press O to enable the system See Automatic Parking Assist APA under Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 204 Reverse Automatic Braking RAB If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control ACC it also has the RAB system which is designed to help avoid or reduce the harm caused by backing crashes w...

Page 24: ...See Ignition Positions 0 178 and Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 182 1 Sunroof Switch 2 Sunshade Switch Sunroof Switch Comfort Stop The sunroof has a comfort stop feature that stops the sunroof from opening fully Press and release g 1 to open the sunroof to the comfort stop position Vent Press and hold g 1 to vent the sunroof Press and hold D 1 to close the vent Express open Express close From the ...

Page 25: ...on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off TCS press and release g on the center stack i comes on in the instrument cluster and a DIC message may display To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak press and hold g until i and g come on in the instrument cluster A DIC message may display Press and release g again to turn on both systems See Traction Control Electronic Stability Contro...

Page 26: ...aded gasoline with a 91 octane rating may be used but it will reduce performance and fuel economy See Fuel 0 220 E85 or FlexFuel No E85 or FlexFuel Gasoline ethanol fuel blends greater than E15 15 ethanol by volume such as E85 cannot be used in this vehicle Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON mess...

Page 27: ...ere are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions are appropriate use cruise control Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require Keep vehicle tires properly inflated Combine several trips ...

Page 28: ...er Mirrors 45 Folding Mirrors 45 Heated Mirrors 46 Automatic Dimming Mirror 46 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 46 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 46 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 46 Windows Windows 47 Power Windows 47 Sun Visors 49 Rear Window Sunshade 49 Roof Sunroof 50 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is dangerous and child...

Page 29: ...y remotely unlock the vehicle See OnStar Overview 0 342 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 338 If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in t...

Page 30: ...ignal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking See Vehicle Personalization 0 142 Pressing K will disarm the alarm system See Vehicle Alarm System 0 42 If equipped with auto mirror folding pressing and holding K for one second will unfold the mirrors if enabled See Vehicle Personalization 0 142 If equipped with remote window operation pressing and holding K will open all of the windows if enabled...

Page 31: ...irst lock unlock button press Two lock unlock button presses were used to unlock all doors Any vehicle door has been opened and all doors are now closed Keyless Unlocking Locking from the Passenger Doors When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft of the door handle pressing the lock unlock button on a passenger door handle will unlock all doors Pressing the lock unlock bu...

Page 32: ...ach time the vehicle is driven To turn on or off see Vehicle Personalization 0 142 Keyless Trunk Opening Press the emblem on the trunk when the RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft of the trunk to open Key Access To access a vehicle with a dead transmitter battery see Door Locks 0 36 Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work If a transmitter is...

Page 33: ... are not available follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters This feature is not available in Canada This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete The vehicle must be off and all transmitters to be programmed must be with you 1 Remove the key lock cylinder cap See Door Locks 0 36 Insert the vehicle key into the key lock cylinder on the driver door handle then turn t...

Page 34: ...onds to exit programming mode 7 Return the key back into the transmitter Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE when you try to start the vehicle To start the vehicle 1 Open the cente...

Page 35: ...mitter using a flat tool inserted into the bottom center of the transmitter Do not use the key slot 3 Remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 4 Insert the new battery on the back housing positive side facing down Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 5 Align the front and back housing then snap the transmitter together Remote Vehicle Start This feature allows the engine to be starte...

Page 36: ...ter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 0 28 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 flashing confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received During the remote start the doors will be locked and the parking lamps will remain on as long as th...

Page 37: ...ng 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 the vehicle is driven Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock...

Page 38: ... press unlocks that door press again within five seconds to unlock all passenger doors and the trunk See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 28 Driver Door 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 Insert the key into the slot 3 on the bottom...

Page 39: ...es not reset the lock turn the key halfway around in the cylinder and repeat the reset procedure Power Door Locks Q Press to lock the doors K Press to unlock the doors Delayed Locking This feature delays the actual locking of the doors When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch while the door is open a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active When all the doors a...

Page 40: ...s open when all doors are closed the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside If an RKE transmitter is detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside has not reduced the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch Open Door Anti Lockout If Open D...

Page 41: ... that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control system to a setting that...

Page 42: ...try RKE System Operation 0 28 Use the handle to assist in closing the trunk Do not use the handle as a tie down If the vehicle is ever without power the trunk area can still be accessed by folding the rear seat 1 Fold down the rear seatback See Rear Seats 0 64 2 Reach inward through the opening to locate the emergency trunk release handle 3 Pull the release handle to open the trunk Emergency Trunk...

Page 43: ...hield 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 door the hood or the trunk is open Slow Flash Alarm system is armed Arming the Alarm System 1 Close the trunk and the hood Turn off the vehicle 2 Lock the vehicle in one of three ways Use the RKE transmitter Use the Keyless Access sy...

Page 44: ...k the vehicle after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter or use the Keyless Access system Unlocking 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 pressed and the horn chirps and the lights flash three times the alarm was activated while the alarm system was...

Page 45: ...ice If the ignition does change modes the first transmitter may be faulty See your dealer who can service the theft deterrent system and have a new RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement RKE transmitters Up to eight transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle To program additional transmitters see Programming Transmitters ...

Page 46: ... Alert SBZA The vehicle may have SBZA See Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 0 214 Turn Signal Indicator The vehicle has a turn signal indicator on the mirror housings The indicator will flash when a turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are used Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash Push t...

Page 47: ...curb to be seen when parallel parking The mirror s return to the original position when The vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse or remains in R Reverse for about 30 seconds The ignition is turned off The vehicle is driven in R Reverse above a set speed To turn this feature on or off see Vehicle Personalization 0 142 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear ...

Page 48: ...windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout switch to prevent operation of the windows See Keys 0 27 ...

Page 49: ...th an object Extreme cold or ice could cause the window to auto reverse The window will operate normally after the object or condition is removed Automatic Reversal System Override Warning If automatic reversal system override is active the window will not reverse automatically You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged Before using automatic reversal system Continued Warning C...

Page 50: ...nt to pivot to the side window or to extend along the rod Rear Window Sunshade On vehicles with a rear window sunshade the switch is on the overhead console The sunshade only operates with the ignition 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 vehicle i...

Page 51: ...eature that stops the sunroof from opening fully Press and release g 1 to open the sunroof to the comfort stop position Vent Press and hold g 1 to vent the sunroof Press and hold D 1 to close the vent Express open Express close From the comfort stop position press and release D 1 again to express open the sunroof If the sunshade is not fully open when the comfort stop feature is pressed the second...

Page 52: ...e when the sunroof is operated in express close mode If an object is in the path while express closing the reversal system will detect an object stop and open the sunroof again If frost or other conditions prevent closing override the feature by closing the sunroof in manual mode To stop movement release the switch Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track This could cause an...

Page 53: ... Care 73 Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash 73 Airbag System Airbag System 74 Where Are the Airbags 76 When Should an Airbag Inflate 78 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 79 How Does an Airbag Restrain 79 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 79 Passenger Sensing System 80 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 85 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 85 Airbag System Check 86 ...

Page 54: ...s that fold down always return them to the full upright position whenever an occupant is seated in the seat Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions The height o...

Page 55: ...movable Rear Seats The vehicle s rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the head restraint down Try to move the he...

Page 56: ...ired see your dealer for assistance with removal In the event of an emergency the following can be used as removal and installation instructions Store the removed head restraints in a secure place Reinstall the head restraints before the seating position is occupied Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation To remove the head restraint 1 Partially fold the seatback forward See Rear Seats 0 64 for ...

Page 57: ...to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place Front Seats Power Seat Adjustment Uplevel 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 If equipped the ignition must be on to use all uplevel seat features Uplevel Seat Control 1 Feature Select 2 ...

Page 58: ... moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down Lumbar Adjustment Lumbar and Bolster Support Base Seat Adjustment To adjust lumbar support Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease upper and lower lumbar support at the same time Press and hold the control up to increase upper lumbar support and decrease l...

Page 59: ...l to bolster support on the infotainment display Press Forward 5 or Rearward 3 to adjust bolster support inward or outward Upper Shoulder Support To adjust upper shoulder support if equipped Press and release or hold Feature Select 1 to scroll to upper shoulder support on the infotainment display Press Forward 5 or Rearward 3 to adjust shoulder support forward or rearward Thigh Support Adjustment ...

Page 60: ...ed up the seat belts cannot do their job Continued Warning Continued 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...

Page 61: ...display for the first few ignition cycles following a transmitter change For Auto Memory Recall to work properly save the positions to the memory button 1 or 2 matching the RKE transmitter number displayed in the DIC welcome message Carry the linked RKE transmitter when entering the vehicle Vehicle Personalization Settings To have the Auto Memory Recall movement begin when the vehicle is started s...

Page 62: ... positions to both 1 and 2 if you are the only driver Manually Recalling Memory Positions Press and hold 1 2 or B to recall the previously stored memory positions To stop manual recall movement release 1 2 or B Recall can also be stopped by pressing a power seat SET power mirror or power steering wheel control if memory equipped The driver or passenger side mirror must be selected Auto Memory Reca...

Page 63: ...ation 0 142 If turned on the positions saved to B are automatically recalled when one of the following occurs The vehicle is turned off and the driver door is opened within a short time The vehicle is turned off with the driver door open To stop Easy Exit Recall movement press any of the following memory controls Power seat Memory SET 1 2 or B Power mirror with the driver or passenger side mirror ...

Page 64: ...equired by the vehicle s interior temperature The active high medium low or off heated or ventilated seat level will be indicated by the manual heated or ventilated seat buttons on the center stack Use the manual heated or ventilated seat buttons on the center stack to turn auto heated or ventilated seats off If the passenger seat is unoccupied the auto heated or ventilated seats feature will not ...

Page 65: ...election control 1 to view massage options on the infotainment display 2 Select massage feature 3 Press up or down to select the massage type 4 Press forward or rearward to change the intensity 5 To activate massage at last massage type and intensity settings or to turn massage off press the massage On Off control 2 Rear Seats Folding the Seatback On some vehicles either side of the seatback can b...

Page 66: ...sing the Seatback Warning If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked Warning A seat belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously ...

Page 67: ...ked using the vehicle key To lock or unlock a seatback 1 Insert the vehicle key into the lock next to the seatback release lever 2 Turn the key toward the front of the vehicle to lock or unlock the seatback 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the other seatback if desired When the seatback is locked the seatback release lever will not work The seatbacks cannot be folded down when the seatback lock is engag...

Page 68: ...isplay appears when this feature is on On vehicles without rear climate controls press the button again to turn this feature off The light on the button will turn off On vehicles with rear climate controls this feature turns on at 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 an...

Page 69: ...e 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 reminder to buckle the seat belts See Seat Belt Reminders 0 124 Why Seat Belts Work When riding in a vehicle you travel as fast as the vehicle does If the vehicle stops suddenly you keep going until something...

Page 70: ...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 keep your feet on the floor in front of you Always use the correct buckle for your seating position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies forc...

Page 71: ...ll the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate flat to unlock 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latc...

Page 72: ...way If a door is slammed against 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 Impro...

Page 73: ... any time while sitting in the seat Sitting on the seat belt can damage the webbing and hardware Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide added seat belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head Comfort guides are available...

Page 74: ...hey can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed have it replaced immediately Make sure the seat belt reminder light is working See Seat Belt Reminders 0 124 Keep seat belts clean and dry See Seat Belt Care 0 73 Seat Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry Warning Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing It may severely weaken the webbing In a crash they might not be able to provide adeq...

Page 75: ... outboard passengers 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 Vehicles with an extended wheelbase or without a rear seat have the following airbags A frontal airbag for the driver and for the front outboard passenger A knee airbag fo...

Page 76: ... or very close to any airbag when it inflates can 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 se...

Page 77: ...er 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 The roof rail airbags for vehicles with a standard wheelbase and a factory installed rear seat are in the ceiling above the s...

Page 78: ...dows for the driver and front outboard passenger only Warning If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or ...

Page 79: ...e vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags Advanced technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity Knee airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal impacts Knee airbags are not designed to inflate during vehicle rollovers in rear impacts or in many side impacts Seat mounted side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate...

Page 80: ...ot help in many types of collisions primarily because the occupant s motion is not toward those airbags See When Should an Airbag Inflate 0 78 Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to seat belts What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates After frontal knee and seat mounted side impact airbags inflate they quickly deflate so quickly that some people may not even realiz...

Page 81: ... may be concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle Use caution if you should attempt to restart the engine after a crash has occurred In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After ...

Page 82: ...and size Whenever possible children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag inflates Warning A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag Continued Warning Continued inflates This is because...

Page 83: ...rd passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are active For some children including children in child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag depending upon the person s sea...

Page 84: ...stem may or may not turn off the airbags for a child in a child restraint depending upon the child s size It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Consider using another vehicle to transport the child when a rear seat is not available Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front seat even if the on indicator is not lit If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult Sized Occupan...

Page 85: ...cle See Adding Equipment to the Airbag 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 sensing system may turn off the airbag s when liquid is soaked into the seat If this happens the off indicator will be lit and the airbag readiness light on the i...

Page 86: ... 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 airbag sensors sensing and diagnostic module and airbag wiring In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position which includes sensors that are part of the pas...

Page 87: ...ervice Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle A damaged airbag system may not properly protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If an airbag ...

Page 88: ...ined for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear seat belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs This applies belt force to the ...

Page 89: ...anges the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Warning Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked The shoulder belt locks w...

Page 90: ...n it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front outboard seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you must secure a forward facing child restraint in the front outboard seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Child restrain...

Page 91: ...hould be secured in a rear facing child restraint until age two or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint Warning A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular seat belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is un...

Page 92: ...Securing an Add On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle s seat belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of i...

Page 93: ...crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in an appropriate child restraint secured in a rear seating position Whenever possible children aged 12 and under should be secur...

Page 94: ...that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System The LATCH system secures a child restraint during driving or in a crash LATCH attachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child res...

Page 95: ...ehicle Not all vehicle seating positions have lower anchors In this case the seat belt must be used with top tether where available to secure the child restraint See Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat 0 101 or Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat 0 99 Lower Anchors Lower anchors 1 are metal bars built into the vehicle There are two lower anchors...

Page 96: ... locating the lower anchors each rear anchor position has a label near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion To assist in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is on the cover The top tether anchors are under the covers behind the rear seat on the filler panel Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child rest...

Page 97: ...er belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child s neck If the shoulder belt is locked and tightened around a child s neck the ...

Page 98: ...g LATCH in the right rear seating position Use anchors 3 and 4 when installing a child restraint using LATCH in the center rear seating position Use anchors 4 and 5 when installing a child restraint using LATCH in the left rear seating position Installing child restraints using LATCH in the center and left rear seating positions at the same time is prohibited Make sure to attach the child restrain...

Page 99: ...he following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor Open the cover to expose the anchor 2 2 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to the child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a headr...

Page 100: ...ments 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 LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat When securing a child restraint with the seat belts in a rear seat position study the ins...

Page 101: ...e head restraint in the upright position See Head Restraints 0 53 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s seat belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle away from the child restraint system so that the seat belt coul...

Page 102: ...at 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 Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat ...

Page 103: ... the vehicle even if the airbag is off If the child restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 93 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be a...

Page 104: ... 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 6 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your knee to...

Page 105: ...lace 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 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 restraint has been installed and the ...

Page 106: ...ent System 108 Convenience Net 108 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Instrument Panel Storage To access push on the cover and release If equipped with storage behind the climate control system touch the bottom of the climate control system panel to open Keep the st...

Page 107: ...up on the lever to access the storage area To access the cupholders press the long center button on the front edge of the armrest If equipped there are controls for the rear window sunshade and or the infotainment system See the infotainment manual and Rear Window Sunshade 0 49 Center Console Storage Press the button and lift to access the storage area There is a power outlet and USB port s inside...

Page 108: ...wer outlet inside To close push the cover again and release There are cupholders in the center console Push and release on the passenger side of the cover to access the cupholders Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs The cargo tie downs can be used to secure small loads and the convenience net See Convenience Net 0 108 if equipped ...

Page 109: ...rgo management system push down on the rear of the handle then lift the handle up Convenience Net The vehicle may have a convenience net in the trunk The net is attached to the cargo tie downs Put small loads behind the net It can also be positioned into an envelope to hold smaller items inside Do not use the net for heavy loads ...

Page 110: ... 126 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light 127 Brake System Warning Light 128 Electric Parking Brake Light 129 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 129 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 130 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 130 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 130 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 131 Traction Off Light 131 StabiliTrak OFF Light 131 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 132 E...

Page 111: ...eel takes about three minutes to start heating Automatic Heated Steering Wheel If equipped with a remote start heated steering wheel the heated steering wheel will turn on automatically in remote start along with the heated seats when it is cold outside The heated steering wheel indicator light may not come on If equipped with auto heated and ventilated front seats the heated steering wheel turns ...

Page 112: ...252 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor Wiper Parking If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are on LO HI or INT with Rainsense disabled they will immediately stop If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield If the ignition is turned off while the wipers ar...

Page 113: ...se the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision 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 and vehicle speed information The compass system is designed to operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before ne...

Page 114: ...le it can be used to plug in electrical equipment that uses a maximum limit of 150 watts An indicator light on the outlet turns on to show it is in use The light comes on when the ignition is on equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet and no system fault is detected The indicator light does not come on when the ignition is off or if the equipment is not fully seated into...

Page 115: ...eless charging can affect the operation of an implanted pacemaker or other medical devices If you have one it is recommended to consult with your doctor before using the wireless charging system The ignition must be on or in ACC ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active The wireless charging feature may not correctly indicate charging when the vehicle is in RAP See Retained Accessor...

Page 116: ...oes not display remove the phone from the pad turn it 180 degrees and wait three seconds before placing aligning the phone on the pad again Keep the storage door closed while driving Cigarette Lighter If equipped with cigarette lighters they are under the climate control system inside the storage area and on the rear of the center console To activate the cigarette lighter push it into the heating ...

Page 117: ...enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem check the section that explains what to do Waiting to do repairs...

Page 118: ...Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 11354412 2018 crc 6 27 17 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 117 Instrument Cluster English Base Level Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 119: ...Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 11354412 2018 crc 6 27 17 118 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS English Uplevel Balanced Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 120: ...s 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 the menu is represented by a small preview image of the display layout Scroll up or down and highlight the selection Press SEL to select the desired cluster configuration 5 Exit the Display Layout menu by pressing...

Page 121: ...hlighted to select between FAV Primary and SEEK Primary This selection allows for configuration of the C and B steering wheel controls When FAV Primary is selected pressing C and B will go to the next or previous favorite and pressing and holding C and B will seek When SEEK Primary is selected pressing C and B will seek and pressing and holding C and B will go to the next or previous favorite Disp...

Page 122: ...pm Caution If the engine is operated with the rpm s in the warning area at the high end of the tachometer the vehicle could be damaged and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not operate the engine with the rpm s in the warning area Fuel Gauge Base Level Uplevel Balanced Configuration When the ignition is on the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank Th...

Page 123: ...k s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off Boost Gauge Performance Configuration Only Metric English This gauge indicates boost under heavier throttle It displays the air pressure level in the intake manifold before it e...

Page 124: ...ly 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 normal driving conditions pull off the road stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Oil 0 237 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Metric Base Level ...

Page 125: ...ossible 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 come on to remind the driver to fasten their seat belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicl...

Page 126: ...e 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 airbag system see Airbag System 0 74 The airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehicle is started If the light does not come on then have it fixed immediately Warning If the airbag rea...

Page 127: ...may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See 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 the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light 0 125 for more information including important safety information Charging ...

Page 128: ...r fuel system or the use of replacement tires that do not meet the original tire specifications can cause this light to come on This could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty This could also affect the vehicle s ability to pass an Emissions Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications 0 231 If the light is flashing A malfunction has been detected that could ...

Page 129: ...ng devices that are not used to perform an Emissions Inspection Maintenance test or to service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation See Add On Electrical Equipment 0 228 See your dealer if assistance is needed The vehicle may not pass inspection if The light is on when the engine is running The light does not come on when the ignition is in Service Mode Critical emission control systems have n...

Page 130: ...ic English This light comes on when the parking brake is applied If the light continues flashing after the parking brake is released or while driving there is a problem with the Electric Parking Brake system A message may also display in the Driver Information Center DIC If the light does not come on or remains flashing see your dealer Service Electric Parking Brake Light On some vehicles the serv...

Page 131: ...See your dealer for service See Brake System Warning Light 0 128 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light For some vehicles with the Lane Departure Warning LDW system this light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced For vehicles with the uplevel cluster this light may not come on when starting the vehicle This light is green if LDW is on and ready to ...

Page 132: ...r this light is in the display area and it may not come on when the ignition is turned on The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System TCS has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS StabiliTrak button This light and the StabiliTrak OFF light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off If the TCS is off wheel spin is not limited Adjust driving accordingly See Traction Cont...

Page 133: ...hile starting the vehicle If it does not have the vehicle serviced by the dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off For vehicles with the reconfigurable cluster this light may not come on when starting the vehicle Caution The engine coolant temperature warning light indicates that the vehicle has overheated Driving with this light on can damage the engine and it may not...

Page 134: ...Add oil if required but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low have the Continued Caution Continued vehicle serviced Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil This light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is...

Page 135: ...stays on and the engine does not start there could be a problem with the theft deterrent system See Immobilizer Operation 0 43 High Beam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 0 151 IntelliBeam Light This light comes on when the IntelliBeam system if equipped is enabled See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 150 Lamps On Reminder This light co...

Page 136: ...revious or next selection S or T Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster Press S to go back to the previous menu SEL Press to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens DIC Information Display Options The info displays on the DIC can be turned on or off through the Options menu 1 Press SEL while viewing the Options page in one of ...

Page 137: ...erage Fuel Economy Base Cluster Shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km or miles per gallon mpg This number is calculated based on the number of L 100 km mpg recorded since the last time this menu item was reset This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change as driving conditions change The Average Fuel Economy...

Page 138: ...to enter the performance timer menu In the menu set the start speed set the end speed and reset the timer Cruise Set Speed Shows the speed the cruise control or Adaptive Cruise Control is set to Follow Distance Indicator When Adaptive Cruise Control ACC is not engaged the current follow time to the vehicle ahead is displayed as a time value on this page When ACC has been engaged the display switch...

Page 139: ...ome information concerning the operation of the vehicle is projected onto the windshield The image is projected through the HUD lens on top of the instrument panel The information appears as an image focused out toward the front of the vehicle Caution If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid you may misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid The...

Page 140: ...righten to compensate for outside lighting The HUD brightness control can also be adjusted as needed The HUD image can temporarily light up depending on the angle and position of the sunlight on the HUD display This is normal Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see Head Up Display HUD Rotation Option This feature allows for adjusting the angle of the HUD image Press SEL on the ...

Page 141: ...teering wheel controls to adjust the audio settings appearing in the instrument cluster Incoming phone calls appearing in the instrument cluster may also display in any HUD view Metric English Navigation View This displays the speed view along with Turn by Turn Navigation information When navigation routing is not active No Route Active is displayed Navigation Turn by Turn Alerts shown in the inst...

Page 142: ...es that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed All messages should be taken seriously clearing the message does not correct the problem If a SERVICE message appears see your dealer Follow the instructions given in the messages The system displays messages regarding the following topics Service Messages Fluid Levels Vehicle Security Brakes Ride Control Systems Dri...

Page 143: ...rsonal features and functions see Settings in the infotainment manual To access the vehicle personalization menu 1 Touch the Settings icon on the Home Page of the infotainment display 2 Touch Vehicle to display a list of available options 3 Touch to select the desired feature setting 4 Touch 9 or R to turn a feature off or on 5 Touch z to go to the top level of the Settings menu The menu may conta...

Page 144: ... Cross Traffic Alert Alert Type This setting specifies the type of vehicle feedback provided either a beep or seat vibration when you are in danger of colliding with an object Touch Beeps or Safety Alert Seat Forward Collision System This setting controls the vehicle response when detecting a vehicle ahead of you The Off setting disables all FCA and FAB functions With the Alert and Brake setting b...

Page 145: ...s the chime volume level Touch the controls on the infotainment display to adjust the volume Reverse Tilt Mirror When on both the driver and passenger driver or passenger outside mirrors will tilt downward when the vehicle is shifted to R Reverse to improve visibility of the ground near the rear wheels They will return to their previous driving position when the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse...

Page 146: ...ck 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 Unlock Light Feedback This setting flashes the exterior lamps when the vehicle is unlocked with the RKE transmitter Touch Off or Flash Lights Remote Lock Feedback This setting specifies how the vehicle...

Page 147: ...e Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 28 Touch Off On with Horn Chirp or On Remote Left in Vehicle Alert This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle This menu also enables Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert Touch Off or On Teen Driver See Teen Driver under Settings in the infotainment manual Valet Mode This will lock the infotainment system and steering wheel contr...

Page 148: ...com gm or call 1 800 355 3515 Programming involves time sensitive actions and may time out causing the procedure to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 Hold the end of the hand held transmitter about 3 to 8 cm 1 to 3 in away from the Universal Remote system buttons with the indicator light in view The hand held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener receive...

Page 149: ...ird time for two seconds then release it The Universal Remote system should now activate the garage door Repeat the process for programming the two remaining buttons Radio Signals for Canada and Some Gate Operators For questions or programming help see www homelink com gm or call 1 800 355 3515 Canadian radio frequency laws and some U S gate operators require transmitter signals to time out or qui...

Page 150: ...ld the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash This should take about 10 seconds 2 Release both buttons Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons 1 Press and hold any one of the buttons Do not release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the button proceed with Step 1 under P...

Page 151: ...ol is on the turn signal lever Turn the control to the following positions O Turns off the exterior lamps The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released Turn to O again to reactivate the AUTO mode In Canada the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P Park AUTO Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off depending on outside lighting Turns on t...

Page 152: ...roaching vehicle s headlamps The system detects a preceding vehicle s taillamps The outside light is bright enough that high beam headlamps are not required The vehicle s speed drops below 20 km h 12 mph The high beams may not turn off automatically if the system cannot detect another vehicle s lamps because of any of the following The other vehicle s lamps are missing damaged obstructed from view...

Page 153: ...s and other lamps will not be on The DRL turn off when the headlamps are turned to O or the ignition is off For vehicles first sold in Canada the DRL can only be turned off when the vehicle is parked Automatic Headlamp System When the exterior lamp control is set to AUTO and it is dark enough outside the headlamps come on automatically There is a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Do not ...

Page 154: ...er speed When the wipers are not operating these lamps turn off Move the exterior lamp control to O or to disable this feature Hazard Warning Flashers Press this button on the center stack to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press again to turn the flashers off The hazard warning flashers turn on automatically if the airbags deploy Turn and Lane Change Signals Move the le...

Page 155: ...hicle speed is below the calibrated speed Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control The brightness of the instrument panel lighting and steering wheel controls can be adjusted D Move the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the lights The brightness of the displays automatically adjusts based on outdoor lighting The instrument panel illumination control will set the lowest level ...

Page 156: ...y Lighting Some exterior lamps and most of the interior lights turn on briefly at night or in areas of limited lighting when K is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 28 When the driver door is opened all control lights Driver Information Center DIC lights and door pocket lights turn on After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn of...

Page 157: ...See Vehicle Personalization 0 142 Battery Power Protection The battery saver feature is designed to protect the vehicle s battery If some interior lamps are left on and the ignition is turned off the battery rundown protection system automatically turns the lamp off after some time Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off if the ...

Page 158: ... 27 17 INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM 157 Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment 157 Introduction Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio audio players phone navigation system and voice or speech recognition It also includes information on settings ...

Page 159: ...tment Air Filter 165 Service 165 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 Center Stack Climate Controls 1 Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2 Fan Control 3 OFF Fan 4 Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats If Equipped 5 Reci...

Page 160: ...layed See the infotainment manual Climate Control Status Display The climate control status display appears briefly when the climate control buttons on the center stack are adjusted The air delivery mode can be adjusted on the climate control status display Automatic Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed air delivery air conditioning and recirculation in order to heat or cool t...

Page 161: ...rom the front passenger area Manual Operation z 9 y Press the fan control buttons or the climate display fan control to increase or decrease the fan speed Press and hold the buttons or the climate display control to adjust the speed more quickly The fan speed setting displays Pressing either button cancels automatic fan control and the fan can be controlled manually Press AUTO to return to automat...

Page 162: ...a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle When high humidity is detected the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner If the climate control system does not detect possible window fogging it returns to normal operation To turn Auto Defog off or on see Climate and Air Quality under Vehicle Personalization 0 142 Rear Window Defog...

Page 163: ... start feature the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely The system uses the driver s previous settings to heat or cool the inside of the vehicle The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions The rear defog indicator light does not come on during a remote start If equipped the heated seats will turn on if it is cold outside or the ven...

Page 164: ...ntrol Display 7 Rear Control Lockout 8 Air Delivery Mode Control Rear Press this button on the front climate control display to open the rear climate control display The rear climate control settings can now be adjusted from the front passenger area O Press the O button or REAR O on the display to turn the rear climate control on or off If the rear climate control is turned off using REAR O on the...

Page 165: ...ess or press and hold the front climate control buttons or display to increase or decrease the rear climate airflow Press or press and hold the rear temperature control buttons or display to adjust the rear passenger temperature Press for warmer air and press for cooler air Y Press the desired mode button on the display or the MODE button on the rear climate controls to change the direction of the...

Page 166: ...aler before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle Do not attach any devices to the air vent slats This restricts airflow and may cause damage to the air 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 of routine scheduled maintenance See Mai...

Page 167: ... replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation During service all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also create unsafe conditions based on inhalation combustion frostbite or other health based concerns ...

Page 168: ...ve Systems All Wheel Drive 188 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 188 Electric Parking Brake 189 Brake Assist 190 Hill Start Assist HSA 191 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 191 Magnetic Ride Control 193 Limited Slip Rear Axle 193 Automatic Level Control 193 Cruise Control Cruise Control 194 Adaptive Cruise Control 196 Driver Assistance Systems Driver Assistance Syst...

Page 169: ...rogram all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving Wait until the vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor Stop or park the vehicle to tend to children Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or restraint Avoid stressful conversations while driving whether with a passenger or on a cell phone Warning Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could...

Page 170: ...ot pump the brakes Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down If the engine stops there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied Once the power assist is used up it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Steering Electric Power Steering If the vehicle has electric power steering it does not have power steering fluid Regular ma...

Page 171: ...tem and there may be loss of power steering assist Curve Tips Take curves at a reasonable speed Reduce speed before entering a curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed through the curve Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking Holdin...

Page 172: ...or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Try to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide Remember Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ab...

Page 173: ... the vehicle on a long downhill slope can cause brake overheating can reduce brake performance and could result in a loss of braking Shift the transmission to a lower gear to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope Warning Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering assist Always have the engi...

Page 174: ...ine exhaust under the vehicle This may cause exhaust gases to get inside Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle is stuck in snow Clear snow from the base of the vehicle especially any blocking the exhaust pipe Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the vehicle side that is away from the wind to bring in fresh ...

Page 175: ...top spinning before shifting gears Release the accelerator pedal while shifting and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out s...

Page 176: ...s is a professional vehicle a vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label will be provided and installed by the final body manufacturer The Tire and Loading Information label should be attached to the B pillar See the final stage manufacturer s manual or contact them directly The label shows the original tires installed on the professional vehicle the recommended cold tire inflation pressu...

Page 177: ...your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle See Trailer Towing 0 226 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips Example 1 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 3...

Page 178: ...pillar 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 Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If the vehicle is a professional vehicle the vehicle specific certification label is provided by the final stage manu...

Page 179: ...peed fast or slow for the first 805 km 500 mi Do not make full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km 200 mi or so During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Continu...

Page 180: ... N Neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving After shifting to N Neutral firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location 3 Come to a complete stop shift to P Park and turn the ignition off 4 Set the parking brake See Electric Parking Brake 0 189 Warning Turning off the vehicle while moving may cause loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the ...

Page 181: ...oving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to P Park only when the vehicle is stopped Caution If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel and is held in that position while starting the vehicle damage may occur to the hydraulic power steering system and there may be loss of power steering assist Caution If you add electrical parts or accessories you could ch...

Page 182: ... 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 Engine Heater Warning Do not plug in the engine block heater while the vehicle is parked in a garage or under a carport Property damage or personal injury may result ...

Page 183: ...injury Do not operate the vehicle with the heater cord permanently attached to the vehicle Possible heater cord and thermostat damage could occur While in use do not let the heater cord touch vehicle parts or sharp edges Never close the hood on the heater cord Before starting the vehicle unplug the cord reattach the cover to the plug and securely fasten the cord Keep the cord away from any moving ...

Page 184: ...s in P Park and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you have moved the shift lever into P Park hold down the regular brake pedal See if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into P Park Torque Lock Torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle puts too much force on the p...

Page 185: ... Park consult your dealer or a professional towing service Parking over Things That Burn Warning Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Extended Parking It is better not to park with the vehicle running If the vehicle is left while running follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle w...

Page 186: ...red Continued Warning Continued There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows completely down Have the vehicle repaired immediately Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such...

Page 187: ...ully in P Park before starting the engine The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system The regular brake must be fully applied first and then the shift lever button pressed before shifting from P Park when the ignition is in ON RUN If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever then push the shift lever all the way into P Park as you maintain brake applic...

Page 188: ...ition 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 the accelerator pedal down Caution If the vehicle does not shift gears the transmission could be damaged Have the vehicle serviced right away M This posi...

Page 189: ...tomatically reduced when you use the compact spare To restore full AWD performance and prevent excessive wear to the clutch in the AWD system replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as possible See Compact Spare Tire 0 296 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS This vehicle has an Antilock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid When ...

Page 190: ...kes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS work You may hear the ABS pump or motor operating and feel the brake pedal pulsate This is normal Braking in Emergencies ABS allows you to steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help more than even the very best braking Electric Parking Brake The vehicle has an Electric Parking Brake EPB The EPB can always be activate...

Page 191: ...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 ...

Page 192: ...ystem These systems help limit wheel slip and assist the driver in maintaining control especially on slippery road conditions TCS activates if it senses that any of the drive wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction On an All Wheel Drive AWD vehicle the system will operate if it senses that any of the wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens TCS applies the brak...

Page 193: ...d stays on the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem If the condition persists see your dealer Turning the Systems Off and On The button for TCS and StabiliTrak is on the center stack 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 c...

Page 194: ...w mud ice sand or gravel When traction is low this feature allows the drive wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle The limited slip rear axle also gives the driver enhanced control when cornering hard or completing a maneuver such as a lane change Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension is available on some vehicles This type of level control is fully automati...

Page 195: ...em 0 210 When road conditions allow the cruise control to be safely used cruise control can be turned back on If the brakes are applied cruise control disengages J Press to turn the system on and off A white indicator appears in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on RES If there is a set speed in memory press the control up briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate ...

Page 196: ...ruise Control Do one of the following Press and hold RES up until the desired speed is reached then release it To increase vehicle speed in small increments briefly press RES up to the first detent For each press the vehicle goes about 1 km h 1 mph faster To increase vehicle speed in larger increments briefly press RES up to the second detent For each press the vehicle speed increases to the next ...

Page 197: ...owing gap Read this entire section before using this system ACC uses a camera and radar sensors to detect other vehicles See Radio Frequency Statement 0 338 The following gap is the following time or distance between your vehicle and a vehicle detected directly ahead in your path moving in the same direction If no vehicle is detected in your path ACC works like regular cruise control If a vehicle ...

Page 198: ... is already engaged To increase speed by 1 km h 1 mph press RES up to the first detent To increase speed to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedometer press RES up to the second detent SET Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate ACC or to decrease vehicle speed if ACC is already engaged To decrease speed by 1 km h 1 mph press SET down to the first detent To decrease speed t...

Page 199: ...the desired speed 3 Press and release SET 4 Remove foot from the accelerator After ACC is set it may immediately apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead is detected closer than the selected following gap The ACC indicator displays on the instrument cluster and Head Up Display HUD When ACC is active the indicator will be lit green Be mindful of speed limits surrounding traffic speeds and weather condit...

Page 200: ...le goes about 1 km h 1 mph slower To decrease the vehicle speed in larger increments press SET down to the second detent For each press the vehicle speed decreases to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedometer Selecting the Follow Distance Gap When a slower moving vehicle is detected ahead within the selected following gap ACC will adjust the vehicle s speed and attempt to maintain the follow d...

Page 201: ... displaying ACC will not respond to or brake to vehicles ahead ACC automatically slows the vehicle down and adjusts vehicle speed to follow the vehicle in front at the selected follow gap The vehicle speed increases or decreases to follow the vehicle in front of you but will not exceed the set speed It may apply limited braking if necessary When braking is active the brake lights will come on The ...

Page 202: ... ahead indicator will flash as a reminder to check traffic ahead before proceeding In addition the left and right sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse three times or three beeps will sound See Alert Type and Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier in Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0 142 When the vehicle ahead drives away press RES or the accelerator pedal to resume cruise contr...

Page 203: ...ACC while driving Continued Warning Continued on an entrance or exit ramp Always be ready to use the brakes if necessary Warning On curves ACC may respond to a vehicle in another lane or may not have time to react to a vehicle in your lane You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you or lose control of your vehicle Give extra attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary Select an...

Page 204: ...he driver will often need to take over acceleration and braking on steep hills especially when towing a trailer If the brakes are applied the ACC disengages Disengaging ACC There are three ways to disengage ACC Step lightly on the brake pedal Press Press J Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if J is pressed or if the ignition is turned off Cleaning the Sensing S...

Page 205: ...ensor is not cleaned or is covered by ice snow mud or dirt Work if the detection sensor is covered up such as with a sticker magnet or metal plate Work if the area surrounding the detection sensor is damaged or not properly repaired Complete attention is always required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes Audible or Sa...

Page 206: ...objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not display A warning triangle may display to show that RPA has detected an object This triangle changes from amber to red and increases in size the closer the object Surround Vision If equipped Surround Vision displays an image of the area surrounding the vehicle along with the front or rear camera views in the infotainm...

Page 207: ...e 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 damage Parking Assist With RPA and if equipped with FPA as the vehicle moves at speeds of less than 8 km h 5 mph the sensors on the bumpers may detect objects up to 2 5 m 8 ft behind and 1 2 m 4 ft in front of the vehicle within ...

Page 208: ... Warning part of this system can warn of rear objects when backing up at speeds greater than 8 km h 5 mph The Backing Warning System will beep once from the rear when an object is first detected or pulse twice on both sides of the Safety Alert Seat When the system detects a potential crash beeps will be heard from the rear or five pulses will be felt on both sides of the Safety Alert Seat There ma...

Page 209: ...stem Before releasing the brakes check the RVC and check the area around the vehicle to make sure it is safe to proceed Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA If equipped RCTA displays a red warning triangle with a left or right pointing arrow to warn of traffic coming from the left or right This system detects objects coming from up to 20 m 65 ft from the left or right side of the vehicle When an object i...

Page 210: ...space APA does not detect or avoid traffic that is behind or alongside 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 1 5 m 5 ft of the vehicle The vehicle speed must be below 30 km h 18 mph The system cannot Detect whether it is a legal parking space Pa...

Page 211: ...d 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 vehicle message is displayed in the DIC To cancel APA press O again When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The APA system may require a short period of driving along curves to calibrate Assistance Systems for Driving If e...

Page 212: ...icle 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 display green Vehicles may not be detected on curves highway exit ramps or hills due to poor visibility or if a vehicle ahead is partially blocked by pedestrians or other objects FCA will not detect another vehi...

Page 213: ...the DIC Additional button presses will change this setting The chosen setting will remain until it is changed and will affect the timing of both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating Alert features The timing of both alerts will vary based on vehicle speed The faster the vehicle speed the farther away the alert will occur Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting the alert timing The...

Page 214: ...le ahead indicator being lit See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 210 The system works when driving in a forward gear between 8 km h 5 mph and 60 km h 37 mph or on vehicles with Adaptive Cruise Control ACC above 4 km h 2 mph It can detect vehicles up to approximately 60 m 197 ft Warning FAB is an emergency crash preparation feature and is not designed to avoid crashes Do not rely on FAB to bra...

Page 215: ...rakes as 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 to lose control of the vehicle and crash Turn the system to Alert or if the vehicle has ACC to Off when towing a trailer A system unavailable message may display if The front of the vehicle or...

Page 216: ...he vehicle or 3 5 m 11 ft The height of the zone is approximately between 0 5 m 1 5 ft and 2 m 6 ft off the ground 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 25 m 82 ft behind the vehicle How the System Works The LCA symbol lights up in the side mirrors when...

Page 217: ...ce LCA may not always 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 ...

Page 218: ...itions How the System Works The LDW camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror To turn LDW on and off press on the center stack to the left of the infotainment display The control indicator will light when LDW is on When LDW is on is green if LDW is available to warn of a lane departure If the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking without using the turn signal in that direct...

Page 219: ...enough steering assist to avoid a lane departure or crash Detect lane markings under poor weather or visibility conditions This can occur if the windshield or headlamps are blocked by dirt snow or ice if they are not in proper condition or if the sun shines directly into the camera Detect road edges Detect lanes on winding or hilly roads If LKA only detects lane markings on one side of the road it...

Page 220: ...em performance may be affected by Close vehicles ahead Sudden lighting changes such as when driving through tunnels Banked roads Roads with poor lane markings such as two lane roads If the LKA system is not functioning properly when lane markings are clearly visible cleaning the windshield may help A camera blocked message may display if the camera is blocked Cleaning the outside of the windshield...

Page 221: ...ASTM specification D4814 with a posted octane rating of 93 If unavailable unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 may be used but with reduced performance and fuel economy If the octane is less than 91 the engine 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 Prohib...

Page 222: ...hat the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by the vehicle warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries The U S Canada and Mexico post fuel octane ratings in anti knock index AKI For fuel not to use in a foreign country see Prohibited Fuels in Fuel 0 220 Fuel Additives To keep fuel systems clean TOP TIER detergent gasoline is recommended See Fuel 0 220 If TOP TIER deterg...

Page 223: ...nk by more than three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may cause Vehicle performance issues including engine stalling and damage to the fuel system Fuel spills Potential fuel fires Be careful not to spill fuel Wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Care 0 303 Warning If a fire starts while you ...

Page 224: ...rom the vehicle trunk or pickup bed before filling Place the container on the ground Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete Fill the container no more than 95 full to allow for expansion Do not smoke light matches or use lighters while pumping fuel Avoid using cell phones or other elect...

Page 225: ...climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air See Climate Control Systems in the Index For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust 0 185 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience The combination you are driving is longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself Get acquainted with the handling and braking of the rig before setting out for t...

Page 226: ...might get hot and no longer work well Vehicles can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and or hilly conditions When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades consider the following Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than at normal altitudes If the engine is turned off immediately after towing at high altitud...

Page 227: ...en that can be too heavy It depends on how the rig is used For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature the dimensions of the front of the trailer and how much the vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important It can depend on any special equipment on the vehicle and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry See Weight of the Trailer Tongue following Maximum trailer wei...

Page 228: ...4 Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Towing Equipment Hitches Use the correct hitch equipment See your dealer or a hitch dealer for assistance The rear bumper on the vehicle is not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to it Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Will ...

Page 229: ...0 127 A device connected to the DLC such as an aftermarket fleet or driver behavior tracking device may interfere 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 vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty ...

Page 230: ...k Control Function Check 251 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 252 Wiper Blade Replacement 252 Windshield Replacement 253 Gas Strut s 253 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 254 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 254 LED Lighting 254 Back Up Lamps 254 License Plate Lamp 255 Electrical System Electrical System Overload 256 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 256 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 257 Instrument P...

Page 231: ... GM trained and supported service people Genuine GM parts 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 State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems many fluids and some compon...

Page 232: ...fications 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 Accessories installe...

Page 233: ...ood To open the hood 1 Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it It is inside the vehicle on the lower side of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle to find the secondary hood release handle The handle is under the front edge of the hood near the center Push the handle to the right and at the same time raise the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are ...

Page 234: ...Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 11354412 2018 crc 6 27 17 VEHICLE CARE 233 Engine Compartment Overview 3 6L V6 Engine ...

Page 235: ...ck Out of View See Engine Oil 0 237 5 Engine Cover 0 236 6 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View See Cooling System 0 242 7 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid 0 249 8 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System 0 242 9 Battery North America 0 250 Battery Cover not Shown 10 Remote Positive Terminal Battery Cover not Shown See Jump Starting North America 0 297 11 Engine Compartment Fu...

Page 236: ...Cadillac XTS Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 11354412 2018 crc 6 27 17 VEHICLE CARE 235 3 6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine ...

Page 237: ...oolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System 0 242 10 Battery North America 0 250 Battery Cover not Shown 11 Remote Positive Terminal Battery Cover not Shown See Jump Starting North America 0 297 12 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 257 13 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Washer Fluid 0 248 14 Remote Negative Terminal Out of View See Jump Starting North America 0 297 Engine Cover 3 6L ...

Page 238: ... 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 The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop See Engine Compartment Overview 0 233 for the location Warning The engine oil dipstick handle may be hot it could burn you Use a towel or glove to touch the dipstick handle If a low oil Driver Information Center DIC message ...

Page 239: ... oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil See Engine Compartment Overview 0 233 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range ...

Page 240: ...l products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash or pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer...

Page 241: ...m is reset when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is off If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when the vehicle is started the engine oil life system has not been reset Repeat the procedure Automatic Transmission Fluid A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible See your dealer ...

Page 242: ...to reinstall the filter cover housing 3 6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine 1 Screws 2 Secondary Air Hose 3 Lower Air Duct Clamp 4 Lower Electrical Connector 5 Upper Electrical Connector 6 Upper Air Duct Clamp 1 Disconnect the lower and upper outlet ducts by loosening the lower 3 and upper 6 air duct clamps 2 Disconnect the lower 4 and upper 5 electrical connectors and wiring attachments from the air cleaner ...

Page 243: ...sily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when driving Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature 3 6L V6 Engine 1 Electric Engine Cooling Fans Out of View 2 Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 3 6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine 1 Electric Engine Cooling Fans Out of View 2 Charged Air Coolant CAC Bottle an...

Page 244: ...gine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 37 C 34 F outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts Helps keep the proper engine temperature Caution Do not use anything oth...

Page 245: ...ned Warning Spilling coolant on hot engine parts can burn you Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough 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 The coolant surge tank pressure cap can be removed when the co...

Page 246: ...ur dealer The CAC bottle pressure cap can be removed when the Charged Air Coolant cooling system including the CAC bottle pressure cap is no longer hot 1 Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise and remove it 2 Fill the CAC bottle with the proper mixture to the cold fill mark pointed to on the front of the CAC bottle 3 Replace the pressure cap tightly Caution If the pressure cap is not tightl...

Page 247: ...yed with no sign of steam 1 Turn the air conditioning off 2 Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed Open the windows as necessary 3 When it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P Park or N Neutral and let the engine idle If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays the vehicle can be driven C...

Page 248: ...See Engine Compartment Overview 0 233 When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or an unusual noise is heard A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid Check the level when the engine is cool To check the power stee...

Page 249: ...ifreeze in the windshield washer It can damage the windshield washer system and paint Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage the washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer instructions for adding water Fill the washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is ver...

Page 250: ...many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed or if parts are improperly installed 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 0 233 for the location of the reservoir Checking Brake Fluid With the vehicle in P Park on a level surface the brake fluid level should b...

Page 251: ...his could result in the loss of braking leading to a possible injury Always use the proper GM approved brake fluid Caution If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Immediately wash off any painted surface Battery North America The original equipment battery is maintenance free Do not remove the cap and do not add fluid Refer to the replacement num...

Page 252: ...tarting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Electric Parking Brake 0 189 Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in P Park or N Neutral If the vehicle starts in any other position contact yo...

Page 253: ...t to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer if service is required Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking It is a good idea to clean the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis When worn or when cleaning is ineffective replace the wiper blade For proper windshield wiper blade length and type see Main...

Page 254: ...ssages from these systems Gas Strut s This vehicle is equipped with gas strut s to provide assistance in lifting and holding open the hood trunk liftgate system in full open position Warning If the gas struts that hold open the hood trunk and or liftgate fail you or others could be seriously injured Take the vehicle to your dealer for service immediately Visually inspect the gas struts for signs o...

Page 255: ...d in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs or any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer 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...

Page 256: ...l the bulb socket by turning clockwise License Plate Lamp Lamp Assembly Bulb Assembly 1 Bulb Socket 2 Bulb 3 Lamp Assembly To replace one of these bulbs 1 Push the lamp assembly 3 toward the right 2 Pull the lamp assembly down to remove 3 Turn the bulb socket 1 counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly 3 4 Pull the bulb 2 straight out of the bulb socket 1 5 Push the replacement bulb str...

Page 257: ...r motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the windshield wipers If the overload is caused by an electrical problem and not snow or ice...

Page 258: ... up Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage 1 Transmission control module 2 Engine control module 3 A C clutch 4 Fuses Usage 5 Engine control module Ignition 6 Front wiper 7 8 Ignition coils even 9 Ignition coils odd...

Page 259: ... 26 ABS pump 27 Electric park brake 28 Rear window defogger 29 Passive entry Passive start 30 Spare 31 Heated driver seat 32 Stop lamps center high mounted stop lamp Backup reverse lamps Interior 33 Heated passenger seat 34 ABS valves 35 Amplifier 36 Tail park lamp driver side 37 Right high beam headlamp 38 Left high beam headlamp Fuses Usage 39 Tail park lamp passenger side 40 Long range radar 41...

Page 260: ... 58 59 60 Heated outside rearview mirror 61 62 Front seats massage module 63 64 Spare 65 Spare Fuses Usage 66 Trunk release 67 Chassis control module 68 69 Battery voltage sensor 70 Canister vent solenoid 71 Memory seat module 72 Electric power steering Relays Usage 1 A C clutch 2 Starter 3 4 Wiper speed 5 Wiper control 6 7 Powertrain 8 9 Cooling fan high speed Relays Usage 10 Cooling fan low spee...

Page 261: ...lease it from the hinge The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage 1 Wireless charger USB charge module 2 Body control module 7 3 Body control module 5 4 Radio 5 Infotainment display Head up display Instrument cluster 6 Power outlet 1 Fuses Usage 7 Power outlet 2 8 Body control module 1 9 Body control module 4 10 Body control module 8 11 Front HVAC ...

Page 262: ...CARE 261 Fuses Usage 23 Body control module 3 24 Body control module 2 25 Power steering column 26 AC DC inverter Relays Usage R1 Glove box R2 Logistics R3 Retained accessory power Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is on the left side of the trunk behind a cover ...

Page 263: ...ge F01 F02 F03 F04 Suspension leveling compressor Fuses Usage F05 F06 F07 F08 Front courtesy lamps Footwell puddle lamps F09 F10 Fuses Usage F11 F12 F13 Spare MID Power Window F14 Spare F15 F16 Video processing module F17 F18 Semi active damping system F19 Universal remote system Rain light and humidity sensor F20 Shunt F21 Side blind zone alert F22 F23 All wheel drive F24 F25 F26 F27 ...

Page 264: ... information refer to the tire manufacturer Warning Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits 0 174 Continued Warning Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Che...

Page 265: ...ent driving on snow or ice covered roads is expected All season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions but they may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads See Winter Tires 0 264 Winter Tires This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires Winter tires are designed for increased traction on snow and ...

Page 266: ...compound will have decreased performance in cold climates and on ice and snow It is recommended that winter tires be installed on the vehicle if frequent driving at temperatures below approximately 5 C 40 F or on ice or snow covered roads is expected See Winter Tires 0 264 Caution High performance summer tires have rubber compounds that lose flexibility and may develop surface cracks in the tread ...

Page 267: ...cture The last four digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufactured date The first two digits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 4 Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT Department of Transportation code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows ...

Page 268: ...side may have the date of manufacture 4 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load 5 Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 420 kPa 60 psi For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Tire Pressure 0 270 6 Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s ...

Page 269: ...o carry The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the 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 optional accessories Some examples of optional accessories are automatic tr...

Page 270: ...senger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure 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 Wei...

Page 271: ...ires 0 277 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 280 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating pos...

Page 272: ...to Check Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pressure Proper tire inflation cannot be determined by looking at the tire Check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold meaning the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or no more than 1 6 km 1 mi Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measure...

Page 273: ...ure for the vehicle load Vehicles with P245 45R19 98V size tires require inflation pressure adjustment when driving the vehicle at speeds of 160 km h 100 mph or higher Set the cold inflation pressure to 260 kPa 38 psi Vehicles with P245 40R20 95V size tires require inflation pressure adjustment when driving the vehicle at speeds of 160 km h 100 mph or higher Set the cold inflation pressure to 280 ...

Page 274: ...ion indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure...

Page 275: ...ire Inspection 0 276 Tire Rotation 0 276 and Tires 0 263 Caution Tire sealant materials are not all the same A non approved tire sealant could damage the TPMS sensors TPMS sensor damage caused by using an incorrect tire sealant is not covered by the vehicle warranty Always use only the GM approved tire sealant available through your dealer or included in the vehicle Factory installed Tire Inflator...

Page 276: ...r replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors The TPMS sensor matching process should also be performed after replacing a spare tire with a road tire containing the TPMS sensor The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off at the next ignition cycle The sensors are matched to the tire wheel positions using a TPMS relearn tool in the following order driver side front tire passenger side fro...

Page 277: ... Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label Tire Inspection We recommend that the tires including the spare tire if the vehicle has one be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Replace the tire if The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen There is cord or fabric showing through the t...

Page 278: ...come loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can be used however use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to pre...

Page 279: ...ce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec system rating When replacement tires are needed GM strongly recommends buying tires with the same TPC Spec rating GM s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen c...

Page 280: ... have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction radial as the original tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low pressure warning if non TPC Spec rated tires are installed See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 272 The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the vehicle ...

Page 281: ...nger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Fede...

Page 282: ...rinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing are not necessary on a regular basis Consider an alignment check if there is...

Page 283: ... When replacing wheels use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains Warning Do not use tire chains There is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause loss of control and a crash Continued Warning Continued Use another type of traction...

Page 284: ...ided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided with the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place well off the road if possible Turn on the hazard warn...

Page 285: ...the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions and inflate the tire to its recommended pressure Do not exceed the recommended pressure Warning Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment c...

Page 286: ...lease Button Under Sealant Air Hose Tire Sealant Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following T...

Page 287: ...t Air Hose When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes This will help to inflate the tire faster If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 153 See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 282 for other important safety war...

Page 288: ...t 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 recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge 3 The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure 0 270 The pressure gauge 3 may read higher tha...

Page 289: ... at a safe location and check the tire pressure Refer to Steps 1 11 under Using 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 vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Service 0 333 If the tire ...

Page 290: ...Canister Release Button Under Sealant Air Hose If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 153 See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 282 for other important safety warnings 1 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 291 2...

Page 291: ...ed inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure 0 270 The pressure gauge 3 may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate reading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached If you inflate the tire higher than the recommended pressure you can adjust the ...

Page 292: ...ull up and remove the canister 4 Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer 5 Push the new canister into place Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit To access the tire sealant and compressor kit 1 Open the trunk See Trunk 0 40 2 Lift the cover 3 Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to remove it 4 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit To store the tire sealant and comp...

Page 293: ...fore proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 282 2 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen and remove the wheel nut caps 3 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts but do not remove them yet 4 Place the jack near the flat tire 5 Put the compact spare tire near you Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the ...

Page 294: ...rench over the hex head of the jack 7 Place the jack under the vehicle Caution Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty 8 Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire as shown The jack must not be used in any other position 9 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle cl...

Page 295: ...en each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 15 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Warning Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing Follow the torque specification supplied by the afterma...

Page 296: ...icle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 1 Turn the wrench counterclockwise to remove the fastener rod 2 Replace the fastener rod with the one provided in the foam 3 Turn the wrench clockwise to tighten the fastener rod 4 Replace the foam jack and tools and the tire 5 Turn the retainer nut clockwise to secure the...

Page 297: ...ecognized by the vehicle especially on slippery roads Adjust driving to reduce possible wheel slip Caution When the compact spare is installed do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire wheel and other parts of the vehicle Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles Do not mix the compact spare t...

Page 298: ...ls and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov passenger vehicle See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 230 and the bac...

Page 299: ...install the battery cover The vehicle has a remote positive terminal under a trim cover It is under the battery cover on the driver side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview 0 233 Always use this remote positive terminal The vehicle has a remote negative ground location It is located on the driver side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview 0 233 Always use ...

Page 300: ...ngine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Warning Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin ...

Page 301: ...emoving the jumper cables allow it to idle for several minutes Towing the Vehicle Caution Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage The damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not lash or hook to suspension components Use the proper straps around the tires to secure the vehicle Have the vehicle towed on a wheel lift tow truck or flatbed car carrier If a wheel lift tow t...

Page 302: ...ons on how far and how long they can tow Is the proper towing equipment going to be used See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed Caution Use of a shield mounted in front of the vehicle grille could restrict airflow and c...

Page 303: ... 3 Shift the transmission to P Park 4 Firmly set the parking brake 5 Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight ahead position 6 Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer instructions 7 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 8 Turn the ignition to of...

Page 304: ...g 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Caution Do not power wash any component under the hood that has this e symbol This could cause damage that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If using an automatic car wash follow the car wash instructions The windshield wiper and rear window wiper if equipped must be off Remove any accessories that may be damaged ...

Page 305: ...e are aluminum chrome or stainless steel To prevent damage always follow these cleaning instructions Be sure the molding is cool to the touch before applying any cleaning solution Use only approved cleaning solutions for aluminum 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...

Page 306: ...reaking Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions sand salt heat sun snow and ice Weatherstrips Apply Dielectric silicone grease on weatherstrips to make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Lubricate weatherstrips at least once a year Hot dry climates may require more frequent application Black marks from rubber material ...

Page 307: ...ssing parts or signs of wear at least once a year Inspect power steering for proper attachment connections binding leaks cracks chafing etc Visually check constant velocity joint boots and axle seals for leaks Body Component Lubrication Lubricate all key lock cylinders hood hinges liftgate hinges and the steel fuel door hinges unless the components are plastic Applying silicone grease on weatherst...

Page 308: ...t spray cleaners on any switches or controls Remove cleaners quickly Before using cleaners read and follow all safety instructions on the label While cleaning the interior open the doors and windows to get proper ventilation To prevent damage do not clean the interior using the following cleaners or techniques Never use a razor or any other sharp object to remove soil from any interior surface Nev...

Page 309: ...gently rub toward the center Fold the cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently to prevent forcing the soil in to the fabric 4 Continue gently rubbing the soiled area until there is no longer any color transfer from the soil to the cleaning cloth 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution followed only by plain water If the soil is not completely removed it may be necessary t...

Page 310: ...dshield under certain conditions Caution Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or painted surface in the vehicle blot immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Damage caused by air fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Cargo Cover and Convenience Net ...

Page 311: ...ith a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a single floor mat on the driver side Do not place one floor mat on top of another The floor mats are held in place by button type retainers Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1 Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to...

Page 312: ...tion describes the required maintenance for the vehicle Follow this schedule to help protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance It may also help to maintain the value of the vehicle if it is sold It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using ...

Page 313: ...icle 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 Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits 0 174 Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits Use the recomm...

Page 314: ...E OIL SOON message displays have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km 600 mi If driven under the best conditions the engine oil life system may not indicate the need for vehicle service for up to a year The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset Your trained dealer technician can perform this work If the engine oil lif...

Page 315: ...ect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts Lubricate body components See Exterior Care 0 303 Check starter switch See Starter Switch Check 0 251 Check automatic transmission shift lock control function See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 0 251 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check ...

Page 316: ...k m 120 000 mi 2 0 4 000 k m 127 500 mi 2 1 6 000 k m 135 000 mi 2 2 8 000 k m 142 500 mi 2 4 0 000 k m 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Replace spark plugs Inspect ignition coi...

Page 317: ...eplacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow window fogging or odors Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter 2 Visually check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed 4 Or every fi...

Page 318: ... 4 000 k m 127 500 mi 2 1 6 000 k m 135 000 mi 2 2 8 000 k m 142 500 mi 2 4 0 000 k m 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Change automatic transmission fluid Replace spark plugs In...

Page 319: ...help determine when to replace the filter 2 Visually check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System 0 242 5 Or every 10 years whichever comes first Ins...

Page 320: ...quipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the belts and recommend adjustment or replacement when necessary Brakes Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to safe driving Signs of brake wear may...

Page 321: ...ailure Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right tires Your dealer can also provide tire wheel balancing services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds Your deale...

Page 322: ... AND MAINTENANCE 321 Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs of wear include streaking skipping across the windshield and worn or split rubber Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed ...

Page 323: ...nd use only DEX COOL Coolant See Cooling System 0 242 Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade ACDelco dexos1 is recommended See Engine Oil 0 237 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 89021668 in Canada 89021674 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB...

Page 324: ...tioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in Canada 10953481 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACD...

Page 325: ...Canada 11354412 2018 crc 6 27 17 324 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Spark Plugs 3 6L LF3 12662396 41 147 3 6L LFX 12622561 41 109 Wiper Blades Driver Side 65 cm 25 6 in 23368250 Passenger Side 45 cm 17 7 in 23353587 ...

Page 326: ...INTENANCE 325 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 327: ... 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 0 327 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label There may...

Page 328: ...unt see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling System 3 6L LF3 9 8 L 10 4 qt 3 6L LFX 7 1 L 7 5 qt Engine Oil with Filter 3 6L LF3 6 6 L 7 0 qt 3 6L LFX 5 7 L 6 0 qt Fuel Tank Front Wheel Drive 70 0 L 18 5 gal All Wheel Drive 74 0 L 19 5 gal Wheel Nut Torque 150 Y 110 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approxima...

Page 329: ...1354412 2018 crc 6 27 17 328 TECHNICAL DATA Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 3 6L V6 Engine LF3 8 0 75 0 90 mm 0 030 035 in 3 6L V6 Engine LFX 3 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 043 in Engine Drive Belt Routing AWD Accessory Drive FWD Accessory Drive ...

Page 330: ...hicle Data Recording and Privacy 340 Event Data Recorders 340 OnStar 341 Infotainment System 341 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s sales or service departments Sometimes however despite the ...

Page 331: ...istered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the dec...

Page 332: ...rio L1H 8P7 The inquiry should be accompanied by the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance However if a customer wishes to write or e mail Cadillac the letter should be addressed to United States and Puerto Rico Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 4...

Page 333: ...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 with online help representatives Locate owner resources such as lease end financing and warranty information Retrieve favorite articles quizzes tips and multimedia galleries organized into the Featured Artic...

Page 334: ...ification 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 made many times Cadillac Owner Privileges Emergency Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are loc...

Page 335: ... 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 7 liters Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted Propane and other fuels are not provided through this service Lock Out Service Vehicle registration is required Trip Interruption Benefits and Service Pre a...

Page 336: ... 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 trip shuttle service within reasonable time and distance parameters of your dealer s area Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If overnight warranty repairs are needed and public transportation is used...

Page 337: ...e 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 vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance however the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures a...

Page 338: ...g see Roadside Service 0 333 Gather the following information Driver name address and telephone number Driver license number Owner name address and telephone number Vehicle license plate number Vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN Insurance company and policy number General description of the damage to the other vehicle Choose a reputable repair facility that uses qu...

Page 339: ...nual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Manual RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 40 00 U S plus handling and shipping fees Without Pouch Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 U S plus handling and shipping fees Current and Past Models Service and Owner publications are available for many current and past model year GM vehicles...

Page 340: ...NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 3...

Page 341: ...es may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed These modules may retain personal preferences such as radio presets seat positions and temperature settings Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is...

Page 342: ...f 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 where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active service plan additional data may be collected through t...

Page 343: ...an OnStar requires the vehicle battery and electrical system 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 including location information See OnStar User Terms Privacy Statement and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at www ons...

Page 344: ... OnStar Advisor available 24 7 to Get help for an emergency 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 OnStar service plan excludes Basic Plan With Automatic Crash Response built in sensors can automatically alert a specially trained OnStar Adv...

Page 345: ...rn 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 Follow the voice guided commands Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route Functionality of the Voice Command button may vary by vehicle and region For some vehicles press to open the OnStar app on the inf...

Page 346: ...ifier 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 may have a built in Wi Fi hotspot that provides access to the Internet and web content at 4G LTE speed Up to seven mobile devices can be connected A data plan is required Use the in vehicle controls only when it...

Page 347: ... OnStar service compatible device factory installed remote start and power locks are required Data rates apply See www onstar com for details and system limitations Remote Services Contact an OnStar Advisor to unlock the doors or sound the horn and flash the lamps OnStar AtYourService OnStar Advisors can provide offers from restaurants and retailers on your route help locate hotels or book a room ...

Page 348: ...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 Advisor initiate a remote diagnostic report Proactive Alerts Receive a real time e mail or text message regarding potential issues with key vehicle components such as the battery fuel system or starter system A...

Page 349: ...f 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 explain OnStar service options How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response Emergency Services Crisis Assist Stolen Vehicle Assistance Advanced Vehicle Diagnostics Remote Services Roadside Assistance Tu...

Page 350: ...r 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 first time when speaking with an Advisor To change the OnStar PIN contact an OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or calling 1 888 4ONSTAR Warranty OnStar equipment may be warranted as part of the vehicle warranty ...

Page 351: ...electrical equipment See Add On Electrical Equipment 0 228 Added electrical equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate Vehicle Software Updates OnStar or GM may remotely deliver software updates or changes to the vehicle without further notice or consent These updates or changes may enhance or maintain safety security or the operation of the vehicle...

Page 352: ...RRANTIES 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 LIABILITY WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE ARISING FROM OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE Except as contained in this notice the name ...

Page 353: ...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 license as long as the normal SFX banner has not been removed from the binary or disabled 3 Altered versions including but not limited to ports to new operating systems existing ports with new graphical i...

Page 354: ...estrain 79 Passenger Sensing System 80 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 79 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 79 When Should an Airbag Inflate 78 Where Are the Airbags 76 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 85 Passenger Status Indicator 125 Readiness Light 125 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 85 System Check 74 Alarm Vehicle Security 42 Alert Lane Change 215 Side Blind Zone SBZA 214 All ...

Page 355: ...ing New Tires 278 C Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance 313 Calibration 112 California Fuel Requirements 221 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 230 California Proposition 65 Warning 230 250 297 Back Cover Canadian Vehicle Owners 2 Capacities and Specifications 327 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 185 Trunk 40 Winter Driving 172 Cargo Management System 108 Tie Downs 107 Caution Danger and Warning 2 Cen...

Page 356: ... Satisfaction Procedure 329 D Damage Repair Collision 336 Danger Warning and Caution 2 Data Collection Infotainment System 341 OnStar 341 Data Recorders Event 340 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 152 Defensive Driving 168 Delayed Locking 38 Diagnostics OnStar 347 Distracted Driving 168 Dome Lamps 154 Door Ajar Light 135 Delayed Locking 38 Locks 36 Power Locks 38 Rear Seat Pass Through 67 Drive Belt Routi...

Page 357: ...ry Lighting 155 Equipment Towing 227 Event Data Recorders 340 Exit Lighting 156 Extended Parking 184 Extender Seat Belt 73 Exterior Lamp Controls 150 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 151 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 156 F Features Memory 12 Filter Engine Air Cleaner 240 Flash to Pass 152 Flashers Hazard Warning 153 Flat Tire 282 Changing 291 Floor Mats 309 Fluid Automatic Transmission 240 Brakes 249...

Page 358: ... 152 Bulb Replacement 254 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 152 Flash to Pass 152 High Beam On Light 134 High Low Beam Changer 151 Lamps On Reminder 134 Heated Rear Seats 67 Steering Wheel 110 Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 62 Heated Mirrors 46 Heater Engine 181 Heating 158 163 High Beam On Light 134 High Speed Operation 272 Hill and Mountain Roads 172 Hill Start Assist HSA 191 Hood 232 Horn 110 How to...

Page 359: ...54 LED 254 Lights Airbag Readiness 125 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 130 Brake System Warning 128 Charging System 126 Check Engine Malfunction Indicator 127 Cruise Control 134 Door Ajar 135 Electric Parking Brake 129 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 132 Engine Oil Pressure 133 Flash to Pass 152 High Beam On 134 High Low Beam Changer 151 Lane Departure Warning 130 Lane Keep Assist 130 Low Fue...

Page 360: ...ne 237 Engine Oil Life System 239 Pressure Light 133 Older Children Restraints 86 Online Owner Center 332 OnStar 341 OnStar Additional Information 348 OnStar Connections 345 OnStar Diagnostics 347 OnStar Emergency 343 OnStar Navigation 344 OnStar Overview 342 OnStar Security 344 Operating Mode Overheated Engine Protection 246 Ordering Service Publications 338 Outlets Power 112 Overheated Engine Pr...

Page 361: ...mmended Fluids and Lubricants 322 Records Maintenance 325 Recreational Vehicle Towing 301 Reimbursement Program GM Mobility 332 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 28 Remote Vehicle Start 34 Replacement Parts Airbags 86 Maintenance 323 Replacing Airbag System 86 Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash 99 Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash 73 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government ...

Page 362: ...8 Scheduling Appointments 334 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 129 Services Special Application 318 Servicing the Airbag 85 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 251 Shifting Into Park 183 Out of Park 183 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 214 Signals Turn and Lane Change 153 Spare Tire Compact 296 Special Application Services 318 Specifications and Capacities 327 Speedometer 120 St...

Page 363: ...1 Sidewall Labeling 265 Terminology and Definitions 268 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 280 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 281 Wheel Replacement 281 When It Is Time for New Tires 277 Winter 264 Towing Driving Characteristics 223 Equipment 227 General Information 223 Recreational Vehicle 301 Trailer 226 Vehicle 300 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 132 Limited Slip Rear Axle 193 Off Ligh...

Page 364: ...ilation Air 164 Visors 49 W Warning Brake System Light 128 Caution and Danger 2 Lane Departure LDW 216 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 116 Warnings Hazard Flashers 153 Washer Fluid 248 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 281 Different Size 279 Replacement 281 When It Is Time for New Tires 277 Where to Put the Restraint 92 Wi Fi 345 Windows 47 Power 47 Windshield Replacement 253 Wiper Washer 110...

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