Cadillac 2009 CTS - Manual

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4 Manual Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Head Restraints The vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraintsin the outboard seating positions. The vehicle’s rear seats have head restraints in theoutboard seating positions, but they are not adjustable. { CAUTION: With head restraints that are not installed andadjusted properly, there ...

Pull the head restraint upto raise it. To lower thehead restraint, press thebutton, located on the topof the seatback, and pushthe restraint down. Push down on the head restraint after the button isreleased to make sure that it is locked in place. The vehicle’s head restraints are not designed to be...

Front Seats Manual Seats { CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle ismoving. The sudden movement could startle andconfuse you, or make you push a pedal when youdo not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only whenthe vehicle is not movin...

Manual Leg Extension On vehicles with this feature, adjust the manual legextension by reaching under it, in the pocketed area.Press the release button and pull or push to lengthenor shorten it. Release the button to lock it in place. Power Seats On vehicles with power seats, the controls are located...

Power Lumbar On vehicles with this feature: • Press and hold the top of the control (B) to increasesupport to the top of the seatback and decreasesupport to the bottom of the lumbar. • Press and hold the bottom of the control todecrease support to the top of the seatback andincrease support to the b...

If something has blocked the driver seat or the steeringcolumn while recalling a memory position, the recall maystop. Remove the obstruction, then press the appropriatecontrol for the area that is not recalling for two seconds.Try recalling the memory position again by pressing theappropriate memory...

Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks { CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle ismoving. The sudden movement could startle andconfuse you, or make you push a pedal when youdo not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only whenth...

To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the recline lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to an upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying ...

Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seat The vehicle may have a split folding rear seat. To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks: 1. Pull forward on the tab, located on the outboardside of the seatback,to unlock the seatback. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety beltsstill fastened may cause dam...

Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This section of the manual describes how to usesafety belts properly. It also describes some thingsnot to do with safety belts. { CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannotbe worn properly. In a crash, if you or yourpassenger(s) are no...

Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast asit goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat onwheels. Put someone on it. 1-15

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know aboutsafety belts and children. And there are different rules forsmaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in thevehicle, see Older Children on page 1-33 or I...

Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts. The manufacturer’s instructions that come with thebooster seat state the weight and height limitations forthat booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder beltuntil the child pas...

Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includesinfants and all other children. Neither the distancetraveled nor the age and size of the traveler changesthe need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact,the law in every state in the United States and in everyC...

{ CAUTION: A young child’s hip bones are still so small thatthe vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remainlow on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it maysettle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash,the belt would apply force on a body area that isunprotected by any bony structure. This alo...

When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to theinstructions that come with the restraint which may beon the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to thismanual. The child restraint instructions are important,so if they are not available, obtain a replacementcopy from the manufacturer....

Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during drivingor in a crash. This system is designed to make installationof a child restraint easier. The LATCH system usesanchors in the vehicle and attachments on the childrestraint that are made for use with th...

Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraintto the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle.The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraintconnects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in orderto reduce the forward movement and rotation of the ch...

If a child restraint has been installed and the onindicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator is Lit for aChild Restraint ” under Passenger Sensing Systemon page 1-63 for more information. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehiclesafety belt and let it return to the stowed position. Airbag ...

{ CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injuredor killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offerprotection for adults and older children, but not foryoung children and infants. Neither the vehicle’ssafety belt system nor its airbag system ...

When Should an Airbag Inflate? Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate tosevere frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce thepotential for severe injuries mainly to the driver’s or rightfront passenger’s head and chest. However, they are onlydesigned to inflate if the impact exceeds...

In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additionalwindshield breakage may also occur from the right frontpassenger airbag. • Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After anairbag inflates, you will need some new parts for theairbag syste...

Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Safety Belts Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light,safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, andanchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt systemparts that might keep a safety bel...

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-53 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-53Outside Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-53Park T...

Keys { CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition keyis dangerous for many reasons, children or otherscould be badly injured or even killed. They couldoperate the power windows or other controls oreven make the vehicle move. The windows willfunction with the keys in the ignition and ch...

For example, the memory seat position for driver 1 will berecalled when using the transmitter labeled “1”, if enabledthrough the DIC. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and SteeringWheel on page 1-8 and DIC Vehicle Customization onpage 3-71 for more information. Programming Transmitters to theVehicle Only RKE...

Keyless Access System Your vehicle may have a Keyless Access Systemthat operates on a radio frequency subject to FederalCommunications Commission (FCC) Rules andwith Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This devi...

Keyless Access System Operation The Keyless Access System transmitter functionswill work up to 195 feet (60 m) away from the vehicle. The Keyless Access System lets you lock and unlockthe doors and access the trunk without removing theremote transmitter from your pocket, purse, briefcase,etc. The ke...

Keyless Trunk Opening Press the trunk release button located on the trunklid above the license plate to open the trunk if thekeyless access transmitter is within range. There are other conditions which can affect theperformance of the transmitter. See Keyless AccessSystem on page 2-8. Q (Lock): Pres...

Remote Vehicle Start This vehicle may have a remote starting feature thatallows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle.It may also start the vehicle’s automatic climatecontrol system. When the remote start system is active,the climate control system heats and cools the inside ofthe vehicle...

Doors and Locks Door Locks { CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easilyopen the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle.When a door is locked, the handle will not openit. The chance of being thrown out of thevehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are...

Rear Door Security Locks The vehicle has rear door security locks. These preventpassengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. The rear door securitylocks are located on theinside edge of each reardoor. The rear doors mustbe open to access them.The label showing lockand unlock positionsis l...

Trunk { CAUTION: Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is drivenwith the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with anyobjects that pass through the seal between thebody and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaustcontains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot beseen or smelled. It can cause unconscious...

Windows { CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heat andsuffer permanent injuries or even death from heatstroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or apet alone in a vehicle, especially with the w...

Power Windows { CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys isdangerous for many reasons, children or otherscould be badly injured or even killed. They couldoperate the power windows or other controls oreven make the vehicle move. The windows willfunction and they could be seriously injured...

Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged,disconnected, or is not working, you will need toreprogram each front power window for the express-upfeature to work. Before reprogramming, replace orrecharge the vehicle’s battery. To program each front window, follow th...

Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however,they do not make it impossible to steal. Theft-Deterrent System If your vehicle has thisfeature, the security light islocated on the instrumentpanel cluster. To activat...

Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps: 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s window and open the driver’s door. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the transmitter. 3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait for the security light to go out....

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) These vehicle accessories can be used for up to10 minutes after the engine is turned off: • Audio System • Power Windows • Sunroof (if equipped) Power to the audio system will work up to 10 minutes oruntil the driver door is opened. Power to the windows orsunroof will ...

Starting Procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. If the vehicle has the keylessaccess system, push the ignition control knob in andturn the knob to the START position. When theengine starts, let go of the ignition. The idle speedwill go down as your eng...

Engine Coolant Heater Vehicles with the engine coolant heater can use thisoption in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F ( − 18°C) for easier starting and better fuel economy during enginewarm-up. Plug in the coolant heater at least four hoursbefore starting your vehicle. An internal thermostat i...

Automatic Transmission Operation The shift lever is located on the center console betweenthe front seats. There are several differentpositions for the shift lever. P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. It is thebest position to use when you start the engine becausethe vehicle cannot move ea...

Tap Shift To use Tap Shift, the shift lever must be in ManualMode. Vehicles with this feature have switches onthe back of the steering wheel. Tap the left switch todownshift, and the right switch to upshift. The tachometer display on the instrument panel clusterwill show which gear the vehicle is in...

Manual Transmission Operation If the vehicle has a manual transmission, the shift leveris located on the center console between the front seats.The following explains how to operate the manualtransmission. 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First).Then slowly let up on the clutch pe...

Skip Shift (CTS-V) Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allowyou to shift from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth). Shifts from1 (First) to 2 (Second) or 3 (Third) are not allowed.This helps improve fuel mileage. Under harder acceleration, Skip Shift is disabled, andthe driver has all gears avai...

If you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill, seeTowing a Trailer (CTS-V) on page 4-29 or Towinga Trailer (CTS) on page 4-29 for more information. Electric Parking Brake { CAUTION: On vehicles with a manual transmission, releasingthe clutch and pressing the accelerator will releasethe Electric ...

EPB Apply The EPB can be applied any time the vehicle is stopped.The EPB is applied by momentarily lifting up on theEPB switch. Once fully applied, the BRAKE light will beon, and the DIC message “Park Brake Set” will bedisplayed. If the light does not come on, or is flashing,you need to have the veh...

EPB Release To release the EPB, turn the ignition switch to theON/RUN position, apply and hold the brake pedal,and push down momentarily on the EPB switch.If you attempt to release the EPB without the brakepedal applied, a chime will sound, and the DIC message“Press Brake Pedal to Release Park Brake...

Leaving the Vehicle With the EngineRunning (Automatic Transmission) { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with theengine running. The vehicle could move suddenly ifthe shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parkingbrake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle withthe engine ru...

Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some things to know. { CAUTION: Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poorventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust mayenter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains CarbonMonoxide (CO)...

Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearviewmirror with OnStar ® controls, located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer/retailer for more information onthe system and how to subscribe to OnStar. See OnStar ® System on page 2-57 for more infor...

Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has this feature, the passenger and/ordriver outside mirror tilts to a preselected position whenthe vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the driverto view the curb when parallel parking. When the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) and aftera five-second delay, t...

How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever ismoved into R (Reverse). The rear display brieflyilluminates to indicate the system is working. URPA operates only at speeds less than 5 mph(8 km/h). If the vehicle is above this speed, thered light on the rear display will flash...

How OnStar Service Works The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicleinformation. This information is automatically sent to anOnStar Call Center when the OnStar button is pressed,the emergency button is pressed, or if the airbags orAACN system deploy. This information usually includesthe vehicl...

Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remotebutton for at least half of a second. The indicator lightwill come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing Universal Home RemoteButtons The programmed buttons should be erased when thevehicle is sold or the lea...

Instrument Panel Storage Your vehicle has a storage area located below theclimate control systems. To access, push on the lid. Center Console Storage Your vehicle has a center console with an upper andlower storage area. To access the upper storage area,lift the driver side lever on the front of the...

Instrument Panel Overview CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar 3-4

Hazard Warning Flashers | (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button located on the instrument panel, to make the front andrear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warnsothers that you are having trouble. Press | again to turn the flashers off. Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the ste...

Power Tilt Wheel and TelescopicSteering Column For vehicles with this feature, the power tilt wheelcontrol is located on the left side of the steering column. To operate the power tilt feature, push the control upor down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. Push the control forward or rearward to ...

Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrumentpanel cluster flashes in thedirection of the turn orlane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flashto signal a lane change. Hold it briefly until the lanechange is com...

Flash-to-Pass This feature allows the high-beam headlamps to beused to signal the driver in front of you that youwant to pass. Pull and hold the turn signal/multifunction lever towardyou to use this feature. When this is done the followingwill occur: • If the headlamps are off, in low-beam or inDayt...

6 (Delay Adjustment): Use this band to set the length of the delay between wipes when using the delay feature.The closer the band is moved towards 7 , the longer the delay. The windshield wiper lever must be in delay forthis feature to work. 1 (Low Speed): For slow, steady wiping cycles. 2 (High Spe...

The level one or lowest setting is at the bottom of theband. This setting lets more rain or snow collect onthe windshield between wipes. Turn the delay bandforward to a higher setting to let less rain or snowcollect on the windshield between wipes. The top position is the highest setting. A single w...

Heated Windshield Washer For vehicles with the heated windshield washer fluidsystem it can be used to help clear ice, snow, tree sap,or bugs from the windshield. The button is locatedon the climate controlsystem panel. Push _ to begin four heated wipe cycles. Heating Washer Fluid Wash Wipes Pending ...

The cruise control buttonsare located on the left sideof the steering wheel. I (On/Off): Press to turn the system on or off. The indicator light on the button turns on when cruisecontrol is on. + RES (Resume/Accelerate): Press to make thevehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed. SET − ...

Resuming a Set Speed Suppose the cruise control is set at a desired speedand then the brake is applied. This shuts off the cruisecontrol. But it does not need to be reset. Once the vehicle is driving at about 25 mph (40 km/h)or more, press the +RES button on the steering wheel.The vehicle goes back ...

Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends uponthe vehicle’s speed, load, and the steepness of the hills.When going up steep hills, you might have to step on theaccelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle’s speed. Whengoing downhill, you might have to brake or shi...

When the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and it is darkenough outside, the DRL turns off and the low-beamheadlamps will turn on. When it is bright enough outside,the low-beam headlamps will go off, and the DRL will turnback on. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, theautomatic headlamp syste...

Adaptive Forward Lighting System The Adaptive Forward Lighting System (AFL) pivotsthe headlamps horizontally to provide greater roadillumination while turning. To enable AFL, set theexterior lamp switch on the multifunction lever to theAUTO position. Moving the switch out of the AUTOposition will de...

Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter The vehicle may have two removable ashtrays andcigarette lighters. One ashtray can be placed into theinstrument panel storage compartment and the otherinto the center console rear compartment. To usethe lighter, push it in all the way and let go. Whenit is ready, it ...

Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle canbe controlled with this system. A. DisplayB. Fan ControlC. PowerD. AUTOE. PASS (Passenger Climate Control) F. DefrostG. Air Delivery Mode Control H. Temperature Control and Heated Seat I. Air Condit...

The length of time needed for warm up depends onthe outside temperature and the length of time thathas elapsed since the vehicle was last driven. 3. Wait for the system to regulate. This may take from 10 to 30 minutes. Then adjust the temperature, ifnecessary. English can be changed to metric units ...

M / F (Recirculation/Outside Air): Press this button to switch between recirculation and outsideair modes. The indicator light comes on to show whichmode is being used. The recirculation mode recirculatesand helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle.It can be used to prevent outside air and o...

_ (Heated Windshield Washer, If Equipped): For more information, see Windshield Washer on page 3-11. Remote Start Climate Control Operation: Forvehicles with remote vehicle start feature and it isactivated, the climate control system heats and coolsthe inside of the vehicle using the previous settin...

Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the sideof the instrument panel to direct the airflow. Use thethumbwheels near the air outlets to open or close offthe airflow. Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from air inletsat the base of the windshield that co...

Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to indicate how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle isgoing, how much fuel the vehicle has used and many of the other things needed to drive safely and economically. United States Automatic Transmission Cluster shown...

For the CTS-V, the tracer lights also flash whenit is time to up-shift to avoid the engine speed limit.See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-37or Manual Transmission Operation on page 2-42 formore information. Engine Speed Limiter This feature prevents the engine speed from reachingan unsaf...

This chime and light arerepeated if the passengerremains unbuckled andthe vehicle is in motion. If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither thechime nor the light comes on. The front passenger safety belt warning light andchime may turn on if an object is put on the seat suchas a briefcase, han...

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has the passenger sensing system.See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-63 forimportant safety information. The instrument panelhas a passenger airbag status indicator. When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag statusindicator will light ON and O...

Charging System Light This light comes on brieflywhen the ignition key isturned to START, butthe engine is not running,as a check to show itis working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by yourdealer/retailer. The light should go out once the engine starts. If it stayson, or comes on while d...

Brake System Warning Light This vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided intotwo parts. If one part is not working, the other partcan still work and stop the vehicle. For good brakingboth parts need to be working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem.Have the brake system ...

StabiliTrak ® /Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light The Traction ControlSystem (TCS)/StabiliTrakwarning light shouldcome on briefly whenthe engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by yourdealer/retailer. If the system is working normallythe indicator light then goes off. ...

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.If the engine coolant overheats the engine coolanttemperature warning light will come on. See EngineOverheating on page 5-38 and Engine CoolantTemperature Warning Light on page 3-40 for moreinformation. Tire Pressure Ligh...

When the Light Flashes First and Then isOn Steady This indicates that there could be a problem with theTire Pressure Monitor System. The light flashes for abouta minute and stays on steady for the remainder of theignition cycle. This sequence repeats with every ignitioncycle. See Tire Pressure Monit...

Oil Pressure Light For vehicles with an oilpressure light, if thereis a problem with the oil, thelight may stay on after theengine is started, or comeson while driving. This light indicates that oil is not going through theengine quickly enough to keep it lubricated. The enginecould be low on oil or...

Engine Oil Pressure Gage For vehicles with an engine oil pressure gage. It showsthe engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch)when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicatepressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outsidetemperature and oil viscosity, b...

Boost Gage For the CTS-V, this gage is located in the instrumentpanel cluster. This gage indicates positive manifold pressure which isthe induction air pressure level in the intake manifoldbefore it enters the combustion chamber. This gagereads zero under light throttle before boost is generated. Th...

DIC Operation and Displays The Driver InformationCenter (DIC) has differentdisplays which can beaccessed by pressing theDIC buttons located onthe instrument panel, nextto the steering wheel. 3 Trip/Fuel: Press this button to scroll through the trip and fuel displays. See “Trip/Fuel Display MenuItems...

Speedometer This display shows a digital speedometer in the DIC.The speed displays in either miles per hour (mph)or kilometers per hour (km/h). To change the unitsfrom English to metric, see “Units” later in this section. Blank Display This display shows no information. Vehicle Information Display M...

To match an RKE transmitter to the vehicle: 1. Press the vehicle information button until Press V To Relearn Remote Key displays. 2. Press the set/reset button until Remote Key Learning Active is displayed. 3. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the first transmitter at the same time for a...

DIC Compass The vehicle may have a compass in the DriverInformation Center (DIC). Compass Zone The zone is set to zone eight. If you do not live in zoneeight or drive out of the area, the variance needs tobe changed to the appropriate zone. To adjust for compass variance, use the followingprocedure:...

DIC Warnings and Messages Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify thedriver that the status of the vehicle has changed andthat some action may be needed by the driver to correctthe condition. Multiple messages may appear one afteranother. Some messages may not require immediate action,but you ca...

Differential Hot, Reduce Speed(CTS-V Only) This message displays and a chime sounds if thedifferential fluid temperature exceeds 300°F (150°C).Driving aggressively or at high speeds can causethe differential fluid temperature to be higher thannormal. If this message appears, you may continueto drive...

Service A/C System This message displays when the electronic sensors thatcontrol the air conditioning and heating systems areno longer working. Have the climate control systemserviced by your dealer/retailer if you notice a drop inheating and air conditioning efficiency. Service All Wheel Drive This...

Tighten Gas Cap This message displays when the fuel cap has not beenfully tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to ensure that itis on and tightened properly. Tire Learning Active This message displays when the Tire Pressure MonitorSystem (TPMS) is re-learning the tire positions onthe vehicle. The tire po...

Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1. Turn the ignition on. To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it isrecommended that the headlamps are turned off. 2. Press the customization button to enter the feature settings menu. Feature Settings Menu Items The following are customization features that all...

Remote Door Lock Feedback This feature allows you to select the type of feedbackyou will receive when locking the vehicle with the RemoteKeyless Entry (RKE) or keyless access transmitter,or when the vehicle is automatically locked using theKeyless Locking feature. You will not receive feedbackwhen l...

Keyless Locking If the vehicle has the keyless access system,this feature allows you to select whether the doorsautomatically lock during normal vehicle exit. Whenthe ignition is turned off and all doors become closed,the vehicle will determine how many keyless accesstransmitters remain in the vehic...

Easy Exit Setup If the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to selectwhich areas will recall with the automatic easy exitseat feature. It also allows you to turn off the automaticeasy exit feature. See Memory Seat, Mirrors andSteering Wheel on page 1-8 and “Easy Exit Recall”earlier for more infor...

Playing the Radio VOL P (Volume/Power): The power knob is part of the VOL knob and is located above the radio, at the left sideof the clock. Press to turn the system on and off. Turn the VOL knob clockwise or counterclockwise toincrease or decrease the volume. Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): A Radio...

Finding a Station TUNE/TONE: Turn to select different radio stationswithin a selected band. FM/AM: Press to switch between FM and AM radiobands. © SEEK ¨ : Press to go to the previous or to the next radio station and stay there. The radio only tunes into stations with a strong signalthat are in the ...

Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio stationfavorites while the vehicle is stopped. Tune to favoritestations using the presets, favorites button, and steeringwheel controls, if the vehicle has this feature. SeeDefensive Driving on page 4-2. FAV (Favorite...

Configuring Radio Functions CONFIG: Press to display FAV, AUTO VOL, XM(if equipped), or HDD (if available), and Back. See theinformation provided in this radio section to learn moreoptions about the FAV, AUTO VOL, XM, and HDD(if available) label functions. See “Speed CompensatedVolume (SCV)” or “Noi...

\ FWD (Fast Forward): Press to advance playback quickly within a track. Sound is heard at a reducedvolume. Press once to change playback to a speedof 2X. Each successive press changes playback to aspeed of 4X, 10X, or 21X. Press r / j to resume normal playback. The elapsed time of the track displays...

Selecting DVD Audio Streams Each DVD audio Group may contain audio contentthat is encoded in one or two formats. For example,a particular Group may have both a 5.1 surround audiostream and a 2.0 stereo audio stream available. Press the pushbutton located under the Audio labelto display the current a...

Hard Drive Device (HDD) Radios with a hard drive device are able to recordsongs from Audio CDs, MP3/WMA discs, and USBmass storage devices. This type of radio has a40 GB (gigabyte) HDD. A portion of the HDD is usedfor the storage of radio system files. The remainderof the HDD capacity is available f...

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USB Supported Devices • USB Flash Drives • Portable USB Hard Drives Playing From the Hard Drive Device HDD (Hard Drive Device): Press the HDD button tostart the HDD mode. HDD displays and playbackresumes from where it was last stopped. HDD Playback Mode This radio system displays the current hard dr...

Configuring HDD Favorites Press the CONFIG button to display the radioconfiguration options. Press the pushbutton underthe HDD label to display the available favorite modes.Press the pushbutton under the favorite label to setthe available favorite modes. Available favorite modesare highlighted. Time...

Using the Auxiliary Input Jack The radio system has an auxiliary input jack. It is in thecenter console bin. This is not an audio output; do notplug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack.An external audio device such as an iPod, laptopcomputer, MP3 player, etc. can be connected to th...

Using an MP3 MP3/WMA Format The Single CD and the Six-Disc CD Radio will playMP3/WMA files that were recorded on a CD-R orCD-RW disc. The HDD Radio is similar and can alsoplay MP3/WMA files recorded on DVD +/ − R discs or a USB storage device. The files can be recorded with the following fixed bitra...

Playlists can be selected by using the previous and nextfolder buttons, the SEEK arrows, \ FWD, or s REV buttons. An MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW that wasrecorded using no file folders can also be played. If aCD-R or CD-RW contains more than the maximum of50 folders and playlists, and 255 files, the player...

Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD-R or CD-RW play in thefollowing order: • Play begins from the first track in the first folderand continues sequentially through all tracks in eachfolder. When the last track of the last folder hasplayed, play continues from the first track of thefirst playlist...

XM Radio Messages XL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels,or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request,by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). XM Updating: The encryption code in the receiver isbeing updated, and no action is required. This processshould take no longer than 30 seconds. No...

Unknown: If this message is received when tuned tochannel 0, there could be a receiver fault. Consultwith your dealer/retailer. Check XM Receivr: If this message does not clearwithin a short period of time, the receiver could havea fault. Consult with your dealer/retailer. XM Not Available: If this ...

Storing Name Tags The system can store up to thirty phone numbers asname tags that are shared between the Bluetooth andOnStar systems. The system uses the following commands to store andretrieve phone numbers: • Store • Digit Store • Directory Using the Store Command The store command allows a phone...

Using the Digit Store Command The digit store command allows a phone number to bestored by entering the digits individually. 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds: • For vehicles without a navigation system, thesystem responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. • For vehicles with a navigation system,...

Deleting Name Tags The system uses the following commands to deletename tags: • Delete • Delete all name tags Using the Delete Command The delete command allows specific name tags to bedeleted. To use the delete command: 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds: • For vehicles without a navigation syst...

2. Say “Delete all name tags”. The system responds with “You are about to delete all name tags storedin your phone directory and your route destinationdirectory. Are you sure you want to do this? Pleasesay yes or no.” • Say “Yes” to delete all name tags. • Say “No” to cancel the function and return ...

Using the Digit Dial Command 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds: • For vehicles without a navigation system, thesystem responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. • For vehicles with a navigation system, the systemresponds with a tone. After the tone say “HandsFree”. The system responds with “Ready...

Using the Re-dial Command 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds: • For vehicles without a navigation system, thesystem responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. • For vehicles with a navigation system, the systemresponds with a tone. After the tone say “HandsFree”. The system responds with “Ready”fo...

Ending a Call Press c ª to end a call. Muting a Call During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can bemuted so that the person on the other end of thecall cannot hear them. To Mute a call 1. Press b g . The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Mute Call”. The system respon...

Voice Pass-Thru Voice Pass-Thru allows access to the voice recognitioncommands on the cell phone. See the cell phonemanufacturers user guide to see if the cell phonesupports this feature. This feature can be used toverbally access contacts stored in the cell phone. 1. Press and hold b g for two seco...

Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call 1. Press b g . The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Send name tag.” The system responds with “Say a name tag to send tones” followed by a tone. 3. Say the name tag to send. • If the system clearly recognizes the name tag itresponds with...

Audio Steering Wheel Controls Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differdepending on the vehicle’s options. Some audio controlscan be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include thefollowing: SRCE (Source): Press to switch between theradio AM, FM, XM, CD, HDD, auxiliary input jack,USB...

Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur duringnormal radio reception if items such as cell phonechargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and externalelectronic devices are plugged into the accessorypower outlet. If there is interference or static, unplugthe item from the access...

Backglass Antenna The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear windowdefogger, located in the rear window. Make sure thatthe inside surface of the rear window is not scratchedand that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If theinside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radioreception. Fo...

Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-38. Braking action involves perception time and reactiontime. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perceptiontime. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three-fourths of asecond. But that is only an average. It might be les...

Antilock Brake System (ABS) This vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), anadvanced electronic braking system that helps prevent abraking skid. When the engine is started and the vehicle begins todrive away, ABS checks itself. A momentary motoror clicking noise might be heard while this test is...

To turn the system off,press the TCS/StabiliTrakbutton located on theinstrument panel (CTS)or the steeringwheel (CTS-V). Press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak buttonand the traction control system will turn off and theTCS/StabiliTrak warning light will come on. Press thebutton again to turn the syst...

Steering Power Steering If power steering assist is lost because the engine stopsor the system is not functioning, the vehicle can besteered but it will take more effort. Speed Variable Assist Steering The vehicle has a steering system that varies theamount of effort required to steer the vehicle in...

Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill and finda truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls outfrom nowhere, or a child darts out from between parkedcars and stops right in front of you. These problemscan be...

Off-Road Recovery The vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of aroad onto the shoulder while driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below thepavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off theaccelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steerso that the vehicle str...

Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonablecare suited to existing conditions, and by not overdrivingthose conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to the vehicle’sthree control systems. In...

No one can see as well at night as in the daytime.But, as we get older, these differences increase.A 50-year-old driver might need at least twice as muchlight to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction andaffect yo...

Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tipsinclude: • Allow extra following distance. • Pass with caution. • Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape. • Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled. • Have good tires with proper tread depth.See Tires on p...

Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is differentthan driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for drivingin these conditions include: • Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. • Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, coolingsystem, and transmission. • Going do...

Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Drive carefully when there is snow or ice betweenthe tires and the road, creating less traction or grip.Wet ice can occur at about 32°F (0°C) when freezingrain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction.Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roa...

Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation.Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby.If possible, use the Roadside Service on page 7-8.To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: • Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. • Tie a red cloth to an outs...

Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and LoadingInformation label is attached to the vehicle’scenter pillar (B-pillar). With the driver’s door open,you will find the label attached below the door lockpost (striker). The Tire and Loading Informationlabel shows the number of occu...

Refer to your vehicle’s Tire and LoadingInformation label for specific information aboutyour vehicle’s capacity weight and seatingpositions. The combined weight of the driver,passengers, and cargo should never exceedyour vehicle’s capacity weight. Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification...

If you put things inside your vehicle, like suitcases,tools, packages, or anything else, they will goas fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stopor turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they willkeep going. { CAUTION: Things you put inside the vehicle can strikeand injure people in a sudden stop...

Here are some important things to consider beforerecreational vehicle towing: • What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle?Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer’srecommendations. • What is the distance that will be travelled? Somevehicles have restrictions on how far and howlong they c...

Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weightto measure because it affects the total gross weight of thevehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes thecurb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and thepeople who will be riding in the vehicle. I...

Total Weight on the Vehicle’s Tires Be sure the vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upperlimit for cold tires. These numbers can be found on theCertification label. See Loading the Vehicle on page 4-21.Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle, orthe GAWR, including the weight of the tr...

Parking on Hills { CAUTION: Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailerattached can be dangerous. If something goeswrong, the rig could start to move. People can beinjured, and both the vehicle and the trailer can bedamaged. When possible, always park the rig on aflat surface. If parking the rig ...

Service For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer.You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained andsupported service people. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Accessories and Modifications When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added tothe vehicle, they can affect vehi...

Keep a record with all parts receipts and list themileage and the date of any service work performed.See Maintenance Record on page 6-18. Adding Equipment to the Outside ofthe Vehicle Things added to the outside of the vehicle can affect theairflow around it. This can cause wind noise and canaffect ...

For customers who do not use TOP TIER DetergentGasoline regularly, one bottle of GM Fuel SystemTreatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at every engineoil change, can help clean deposits from fuel injectorsand intake valves. GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS isthe only gasoline additive recommended by Gen...

Filling the Tank { CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to youand others, read and follow all the instructions onthe pump island. Turn off the engine when you arerefueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel orrefueling the vehicle. Do not ...

Filling a Portable Fuel Container { CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inthe vehicle. Static electricity discharge from thecontainer can ignite the fuel vapor. You can bebadly burned and the vehicle damaged if thisoccurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: • Dispense fuel...

Hood Release To open the hood: 1. Pull the hood release lever with this symbolon it. It is located insidethe vehicle on thelower left side of theinstrument panel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever. The lever is locatedunder the front edge of the grille ...

Engine Compartment Overview CTS When you open the hood on the 3.6 L engine (2.8 L engine similar), you will see the following: 5-14

Engine Oil There is an oil pressurelight in the instrumentcluster and an Oil PressureLow Stop Engine messageon the Driver InformationCenter (DIC). If the light and/or message appear, check the engineoil level right away. For more information, see “OilPressure Low Stop Engine” under DIC Warnings andM...

When to Add Engine Oil If the oil level is within the cross-hatched area at thetip of the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of therecommended oil. This section explains what kind ofoil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, seeCapacities and Specifications on page 5-133. Notice: Do not add ...

What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for three things: • GM4718M This vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meetingGM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standardmay be identified as synthetic. However, not allsynthetic oils will meet this GM standard. Use onlyan oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M....

Engine Oil Additives / Engine OilFlushes Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oilswith the starburst symbol that meet GM standards areall that is needed for good performance and engineprotection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended andcould cause engine damage not covered by the...

How to Reset the Engine Oil LifeSystem The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to changethe engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Wheneverthe oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculatewhen the next oil change is required. If a situation occurswhere the oil is changed prior to a Ch...

Engine Cover Engine Cover (CTS) To remove: 1. Remove the oil fill cap (A). 2. Raise the right front corner of engine cover (B) to release from the ball stud. 3. Pull the engine cover (B) forward to slide the rear tabs (C) out from under the retainers. 4. Lift and remove the engine cover. 5. Reverse ...

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter is in the enginecompartment on the driver side of the vehicle,near the front. See Engine Compartment Overviewon page 5-14 for more information on location. When to Inspect the Engine AirCleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maint...

When to Check and What to Use The hydraulic clutch fluidreservoir cap has thissymbol on it. See EngineCompartment Overview onpage 5-14 for reservoirlocation. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the properfluid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants onpage 6-14. The fluid requires changing e...

{ CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood canstart up even when the engine is not running andcan cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and toolsaway from any underhood electric fan. { CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts,can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you d...

What to Use { CAUTION: Adding only plain water to the cooling system canbe dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquidsuch as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolantmixture will. The vehicle’s coolant warning systemis set for the proper coolant mixture. With plainwater or the wrong mixture, the...

Notice: If an improper coolant mixture is used,the engine could overheat and be badly damaged.The repair cost would not be covered by the vehiclewarranty. Too much water in the mixture can freezeand crack the engine, radiator, heater core, andother parts. Notice: If extra inhibitors and/or additives...

How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank { CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fillprocedure. Failure to f...

3. Add the proper DEX-COOL ® coolant mixture to the fill neck until the coolant reaches the COLD FILLline on the fill neck. With the intercooler system pressure cap off, startthe engine and let it run for a couple of minutes. Thenturn the engine off. By this time, the coolant levelinside the fill ne...

Overheated Engine ProtectionOperating Mode This operating mode allows your vehicle to be drivento a safe place in an emergency. Should a hot enginecondition exist, an overheat protection mode whichalternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent enginedamage. In this mode, there is a loss in powe...

How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering fluid: 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. 4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. 5. Remove th...

Adding Washer Fluid The Washer Fluid Low Add Fluid message will appear onthe Driver Information Center (DIC) when the fluid level islow. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-57 formore information. Open the cap with thewasher symbol on it.Add washer fluid until thetank is full. See EngineCompartm...

Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinderreservoir is filled with DOT3 brake fluid. See EngineCompartment Overview onpage 5-14 for the locationof the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level inthe reservoir might go down: • The brake fluid level goes down because of normalb...

What to Add DOT 3 brake fluid is recommended. DOT 4 brake fluid isalso compatible with the vehicle’s brake system parts.However, if DOT 4 fluid is used, it is recommended thatthe brake hydraulic system be flushed and refilled withnew DOT 4 fluid at a regular maintenance service everytwo years. See A...

Battery This vehicle has a maintenance free battery. It is locatedin the trunk, behind the trim panel, on the passenger sideof the vehicle. When it is time for a new battery, see yourdealer/retailer for one that has the replacement numbershown on the original battery’s label.Warning: Battery posts, ...

Jump Starting If the vehicle battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. { CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerousbecause: • They contain acid that can burn you. • They contai...

To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, dothe following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle...

What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants on page 6-14. Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunusual noise. A fluid ...

What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants on page 6-14. Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aimingsystem. The aim has been preset at the factory andshould need no further adjustment. However, if...

9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tapeline. The lamp on the left (A) shows the correctheadlamp aim. The lamp on the right (B) shows theincorrect headlamp aim. 10. Repeat Steps 7 through 9 for the opposite headlamp. Bulb Replacement For t...

3. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by lifting the two plastic clips. 4. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp housing by turning the bulb socket one-quarter turncounterclockwise. 5. Pull the old bulb from the lamp housing keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out. 6. Install a new bu...

3. Turn the socket counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it. 5. Push the new bulb straight into the socket. 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp assembly. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Fog Lamp (Up Level Only) H11LL License ...

Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tiresmade by a leading tire manufacturer. If you everhave questions about your tire warranty and whereto obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty bookletfor details. For additional information refer to the tiremanufacturer. { CAUTION: • Poorly maintain...

Low-Profile Performance Tires If your vehicle has 235/50ZR18, P235/50R18,255/40ZR19 or 285/35ZR19 size tires, they areclassified as low-profile tires. These tires aredesigned for very responsive driving on wet or drypavement. You may also notice more road noisewith low-profile performance tires and ...

Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typicalpassenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tiresidewall. (A) Tire Size : The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particulartire’s width, height, aspect r...

(D) Tire Identification Number (TIN) : The letters and numbers following DOT (Departmentof Transportation) code is the Tire IdentificationNumber (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturerand plant code, tire size, and date the tire wasmanufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sidesof the tire, although o...

(B) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (C) Tire Identification Number (TIN) : The letters and numbers following the DOT (Department ofTransportation) code is the Tire IdentificationNumber (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturerand plant code, ...

(C) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements.For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, asshown in item C of the illustration, it would meanthat the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as high asit is wide. (D) Construction Code : A letter code is used ...

Inflation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure tooperate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you thatunder-inflation or over-inflation is all right.It is not. If your tires do not have enough air(under-inflation), you can get the following: • Too much flexing • Too m...

Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radioand sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. TheTPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle’stires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiverlocated in the vehicle. Each tire, including the spare ...

Federal Communications Commission(FCC) and Industry and Science Canada The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates ona radio frequency and complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This devic...

TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function properly if one or more ofthe TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When thesystem detects a malfunction, the low tire warning lightflashes for about one minute and then stays on for theremainder of the ignition cycle. A DIC warning mes...

TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code. Anytime you replace one or more of the TPMS sensors orrotate your vehicle’s tires, the identification codes need tobe matched to the new tire/wheel position. The sensorsare matched to the tire/wheel positions in the foll...

Tire Inspection and Rotation Inspect tires regularly for signs of wear or damage.Also inspect the spare tire, if the vehicle has one.For more information on tire inspection, see When ItIs Time for New Tires on page 5-81. Tire rotation is not recommended if the vehiclehas 255/40R19 size tires on the ...

Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See TirePressure Monitor Operation on page 5-76. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properlytightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” underCapacities and Specifications on page 5-133. { CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can ma...

You need new tires if any of the following statementsare true: • You can see the indicators at three or more placesaround the tire. • You can see cord or fabric showing through thetire’s rubber. • The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snaggeddeep enough to show cord or fabric. • The tire has a b...

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating basedon the wear rate of the tire when tested undercontrolled conditions on a specified governmenttest course. For example, a tire graded 150 wouldwear one and a half (1.5) times as well on thegovernment course as a tire graded 100. Therelative p...

Used Replacement Wheels { CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous.You cannot know how it has been used or howfar it has been driven. It could fail suddenly andcause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, usea new GM original equipment wheel. Tire Chains { CAUTION: Do not use tire...

If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving,especially if you maintain the tires properly. See Tires onpage 5-63. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely toleak out slowly. But, if you should ever have a blow out,here are a few tips about what to expect a...

Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit { CAUTION: Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poorventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust mayenter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains CarbonMonoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled.It can cause unconsciousness and even death.Never run the engine in an e...

Tire Sealant Read and follow the safe handling instructions on thelabel adhered to the sealant canister. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealantcanister. The sealant canister should be replaced beforeits expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters areavailable at your local dealer/r...

Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazardwarning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flasherson page 3-6. { CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehiclecan slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you orot...

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools A. Wing NutB. Spare TireC. Jack D. Wheel WrenchE. ExtensionF. Strap The equipment you will need is in the trunk. To gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment,do the following: 1. Remove the spare tire cover. 2. Remove the stow rod cap by pulling it straigh...

Compact Spare Tire and Tools Use the following diagram as a guide for storing thecompact spare tire and tools in the trunk: A. Wing NutB. Compact Spare Tire or Flat Tire (valvestem down) C. JackD. Wheel WrenchE. ExtensionF. Strap Reverse the instructions for removing the spare tire andtools to store...

Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do nottake the vehicle through an automatic car wash withguide rails. The compact spare can get caught on therails which can damage the tire, wheel and otherparts of the vehicle. Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles. And do not mix the compact s...

Leather A soft cloth dampened with water can be used to removedust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a softcloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used.Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry.Never use steam to clean leather. Never use spot liftersor spot removers...

Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (usemild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediatelywith a clean cloth. Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that thespeaker will not be damaged. Clean spots with justwater and mild soap. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts...

Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, birddroppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc.,can damage the vehicle’s finish if they remain on paintedsurfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. Ifnecessary, use non-abrasive cl...

Tires To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressingproducts on the vehicle may damage the paint finishand/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, alwayswipe off any overspray from all painted surfaceson the vehicle. Sheet Metal Damage If the ve...

Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for the vehicle. It appears on aplate in the front corner of the instrument panel, onthe driver side. It can be seen through the windshieldfrom outside the vehicle. The VIN also appears onthe Vehicle Certificatio...

Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the vehicleunless you check with your dealer/retailer first. Someelectrical equipment can damage the vehicle andthe damage would not be covered by the vehicle’swarranty. Some add-on electrical equipment cankeep o...

Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses and circuitbreakers. This greatly reduces the chance of firescaused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If theband is broken or melted, replac...

Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids andLubricants on page 6-14 for more information. Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant...

Application Capacities English Metric Transmission Fluid 6-Speed Automatic CTS 6.7 qt 6.3 L 6-Speed Automatic CTS-V 6.7 qt 6.3 L 6-Speed Manual CTS 1.9 qt 1.8 L 6-Speed Manual CTS-V 4.0 qt 3.8 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190 Y All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appr...

Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plansupplements the vehicle warranties. See the Warrantyand Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer/retailerfor details. Maintenance Requirements ...

Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help keep this vehicle in good workingcondition. But we do not know exactly how you willdrive it. You might drive very short distances only afew times a week. Or you might drive long distancesall the time in very hot, dusty weather. You mightuse the vehicle ...

When you go to your dealer/retailer for service, trainedand supported service technicians will perform thework using genuine parts. To purchase service information, see ServicePublications Ordering Information on page 7-17. Owner Checks and Services on page 6-10 tells whatshould be checked, when to ...

Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service after the indicated miles (kilometers)shown for each item. Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (...

Additional Required Services (cont’d) Service and Miles (Kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) CTS-V Only: Inspect supercharger drivebelt. See footnote (m). • If using DOT-4 brake fluid,change brake fluid at a regularmainte...

(q) During any maintenance, if a power washer is usedto clean mud and dirt from the underbody, care shouldbe taken to not directly spray the transfer case outputseals. High pressure water can overcome the seals andcontaminate the transfer case fluid. Contaminated fluidwill decrease the life of the t...

At Least Once a Month Tire Inspection and Inflation Check Inspect the vehicle’s tires for wear and makesure they are inflated to the correct pressures.See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-72. At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehiclecould...

Automatic Transmission Shift LockControl System Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehiclecould move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you orothers could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on alevel surf...

Parking Brake and AutomaticTransmission P (Park) MechanismCheck { CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle couldbegin to move. You or others could be injured andproperty could be damaged. Make sure there isroom in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll.Be ready to apply the regula...

Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Part GM Part Numbers ACDelco Part Numbers Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 3.6L V6 Engine 15875795 A3096C 6.2L V8 Engine 25898499 A3105C Engine Oil Filter 3.6L V...

Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, andthe type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additionalinformation from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-10 can be...

Customer Assistance and Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-5Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . ...

Customer Assistance andInformation Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with thesales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will beresolved by the dealer’s sales or service departments.Sometimes, howe...

Online Owner Center Online Owner Center (U.S.) —www.gmownercenter.com/cadillac Information and services customized for your specificvehicle — all in one convenient place. • Digital owner manual, warranty information,and more • Online service and maintenance records • Find Cadillac dealers for servic...

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs),Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its CustomerAssistance Center. Any TTY user can communicatewith Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC (2622)...

Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America andCaribbean Islands/Countries(Except Puerto Rico and U.S. VirginIslands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.Customer Assistance CenterPaseo de la Reforma # 27...

Roadside Service In the United States or Canada, call 1-800-882-1112. Text Telephone (TTY), U.S. only, call 1-888-889-2438. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance, have the followinginformation ready: • Your name, home address, a...

Cadillac Owner Privileges™ • Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuelfor the vehicle to get to the nearest service station. • Lock-Out Service: Service is provided to unlock thevehicle if you are locked out. A remote unlock maybe available if you have OnStar ® . For security reasons, the dri...

Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, contactyour dealer/retailer and request an appointment.By scheduling a service appointment and advising yourservice consultant of your transportation needs, yourdealer/retailer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your ...

Public Transportation or FuelReimbursement If your vehicle requires warranty repairs, and publictransportation is used instead of the dealer’s shuttleservice, the expense must be supported by originalreceipts and can only be up to the maximum amountallowed by GM for shuttle service. In addition, for...

Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it isdamaged, have the damage repaired by a qualifiedtechnician using the proper equipment and qualityreplacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairswill diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safetyperformance can be co...

Managing the Vehicle Damage RepairProcess In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs,GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair.If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, takeyour vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to thefacility that any required r...

Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are availablefor current and past model GM vehicles. To requestan order form, specify year and model name ofthe vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PMEastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only(V...

Event Data Recorders This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR).The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certaincrash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbagdeployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assistin understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.The EDR is design...

OnStar ® If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to theOnStar services, please refer to the OnStar Termsand Conditions for information on data collectionand use. See also OnStar ® System on page 2-57 in this manual for more information. Navigation System If your vehicle has a navigation system,...