
Cadillac XT5 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
16406251) - 2023 - CRC - 3/25/22
Driving and Operating
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3. Remove the engine heater
connector cover by gently
prying with a flat
blade tool.
4. Plug the heater cord into
the connector in the front
fascia.
5. Plug the cord into a
grounded 110-volt
AC outlet that is protected
by a ground fault detection
function.
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Warning
Improper use of the heater
cord or an extension cord
can damage the cord and
may result in overheating
and fire.
.
Plug the cord into a
three-prong electrical
utility receptacle that is
protected by a ground
fault detection function.
An ungrounded outlet
could cause an electric
shock.
.
Use a weatherproof,
heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated
extension cord if needed.
Failure to use the
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Warning (Continued)
recommended extension
cord in good operating
condition, or using a
damaged heater or
extension cord, could
make it overheat and
cause a fire, property
damage, electric shock,
and 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.
.
Before starting the
vehicle, unplug the cord.
Keep the cord away from
any moving parts.
6. Before starting the engine,
be sure to unplug and
store the cord.