Cadillac CT6 2017 Owner's Manual

CT6 Owner’s Manual
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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . 34
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . 116
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 305
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 393
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 408
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 413
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . 423
OnStar ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436
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Introduction

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Emblem, and CT6 are trademarks and/ or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name General Motors of Canada Companyfor Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it appears in this manual.
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 23229105 A First Printing
This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner 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:
Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 USA

Using this Manual

To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.

Danger, Warning, and Caution

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
Danger
{
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
©
2016 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Warning
{
Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not, Do not do this,or Do not let this happen.
the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.
M : Shown when the owner manual
has additional 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. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index.
9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with
g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or
®
OnStar
(if equipped)
$ : Brake System Warning Light
I : Certified Technician " : Charging System I : Cruise Control
` : Do Not Puncture ^ : Do Not Service
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
H : Flammable
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
( : Heated Steering Wheel j : LATCH System Child Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
h : Start/Stop
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
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d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
a : Under Pressure
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Door Locks . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 10
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . . . . 14
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . . . . 15
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... 15
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . 15
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . 16
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 17
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Windshield Wiper/Washer .... . . . . 18
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 19
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... 20
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 22
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Night Vision System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . .. . . 23
Surround Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . 23
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Automatic Parking
Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 24
Reverse Automatic
Braking (RAB) . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 24
Surround Vision Recorder ..... . . . . 24
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 24
Universal Remote System . . . . . . . . . 25
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Hybrid Features
High Voltage Safety Information
(Hybrid Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Charging (Hybrid Only) . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Service (Hybrid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Fuel (2.0L L4 Turbo Engine) . . . . . . 30
Fuel (3.0L Twin Turbo
V6 Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Fuel (3.6L V6 Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
(Gasoline Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Driving for Better Energy
Efficiency (Hybrid Only) . . . . . . . . . 32
Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

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1. Air Vents 0 211.
2. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 191.
Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals 0 194.
3. Instrument Cluster (Base Level)
0 125 or Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 128.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 160.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 118.
5. ENGINE START/STOP Button.
See Ignition Positions 0 225.
6. Parking Assist Button. See
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 262.
Automatic Parking Assist (APA) Button. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 262.
Automatic Engine Start/Stop Disable Switch (If Equipped). See
Starting the Engine (Gasoline Only) 0 227 or Starting the Engine (Hybrid Only) 0 229.
7. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 193.
8. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 194.
Glove Box Button. See Glove Box 0 113.
9. Infotainment 0 198.
10. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 71 (If Equipped).
11. Infotainment Touch Pad. See the infotainment manual.
12. Automatic Climate Control System
(Quad Zone - Gasoline Only) 0 199 or Automatic Climate Control System (Dual Zone - Gasoline and Hybrid) 0 206.
13. Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH) 0 245.
MODE Button. See Driver Mode Control (Gasoline Only) 0 249.
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 248.
14. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 239.
15. Driver Information Center (DIC)
Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 160.
16. Steering Wheel Controls. See the infotainment manual.
17. Horn 0 118.
18. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 117 (Out of View).
19. Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 268 (If Equipped).
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 279 (If
Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0 118 (If Equipped).
20. Cruise Control 0 251.
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 253 (If Equipped).
Phone Button. See Steering Wheel Controlsin the infotainment manual.
21. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 141.
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22. Instrument Panel Storage 0 113.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 341.
23. Electric Parking Brake 0 243.
Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 195 (Out of View).
Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 163 (If
Equipped) (Out of View).

Initial Drive Information

This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.

Stop/Start System

The vehicle has a fuel saving stop/ start system to shut off the engine and help conserve fuel.
When the brakes are applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the engine may turn off. When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pushed, the engine will restart.
If equipped, the automatic engine stop/start function can be disabled using the switch. See Starting the
Engine (Gasoline Only) 0 227 or Starting the Engine (Hybrid Only) 0 229.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away.
Press the button to remove the key. The key can be used for the driver door.
Press
K to unlock the driver door or
all doors, depending on the vehicle personalization settings.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization 0 178.
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Press X twice quickly to open the trunk.
7 and release to initiate vehicle
Press locator.
Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm.
7 again to cancel the panic
Press alarm.
See Keys 0 34 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 35.
7 for more than

Remote Vehicle Start

If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
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 f lash.
3. Start the vehicle normally after entering.
/
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on.
For the hybrid vehicle, the engine will only start if needed for warming functions or high voltage battery charging.
Remote start can be extended.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:
.
Press and hold parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.
Turn the vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 42.

Door Locks

Keyless Access
Press the button on the door handle and pull the handle when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is within range. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 35.
/ until the
Manual Operation
From outside, use the key in the driver door. The key lock cylinder is covered by a cap. See Door Locks 0 43.
From the inside rear doors, push down on the door lock knob on top of the door. To unlock a door, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and again to open it.
Power Door Locks
From outside, press Q or K on the RKE transmitter.
From inside, press Q or K. See Power Door Locks 0 45.
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Trunk

To open the trunk:
.
Press
|.
.
.
If equipped, these will also open the power trunk. See Trunk 0 47.
X twice quickly on the
Press Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Press the touch pad on the rear of the trunk above the license plate after unlocking all doors.

Windows

The power windows only operate with the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessor y Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 232.
Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it.
See Power Windows 0 59.

Seat Adjustment

Power Seats
Platinum Seat Shown, Base and
Uplevel Seats Similar
To adjust the seat:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
.
Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 67.
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Uplevel Seat Adjustment
If equipped, the ignition must be on to use all uplevel seat features.
Platinum Seat Shown, Uplevel Seat
1. Feature Select
2. Up
3. Forward
4. Down
5. Rearward
.
Press Feature Select (1) to display seat adjustments on the infotainment display. Press and release or hold to scroll through features.
Similar
Press Up (2) to make upward adjustments of the selected feature.
.
Press Forward (3) to make forward adjustments of the selected feature.
.
Press Down (4) to make downward adjustments of the selected feature.
.
Press Rearward (5) to make rearward adjustments of the selected feature.
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Reclining Seatbacks
Platinum Seat Shown, Base and
Uplevel Seats Similar
To adjust the seatback:
.
Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.
.
Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 69.
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Base Lumbar Adjustment
Base Seat
To adjust lumbar support, if equipped:
.
Press Forward (2) to move lumbar support forward.
.
Press Rearward (1) to move lumbar support rearward.
Massage
Platinum Driver Seat Shown,
Passenger Seat Similar
If equipped, the ignition must be on to use the massage feature.
To activate and adjust the massage feature:
1. Toggle the center selection control (2) to view available seating adjustment options on the infotainment display.
2. Select massage feature.
3. Press the control up (3) or down (5) to select the massage type.
4. Press the control forward (4) or rearward (6) to change the intensity.
5. Press the massage control button (1) to recall the last massage type and intensity.
See Massage 0 73.

Memory Features

Platinum Driver Seat Shown,
Passenger Seat Similar
If equipped, the SET, 1, 2, and (Exit) buttons on the driver door and front passenger door are used to manually store and recall memory settings for the driver and passenger
B
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seats. The driver memory buttons also store outside mirror positions, power tilt and telescoping steering column positions, and massage settings (if equipped).
When Auto Memory Recall is enabled in the personalization menu, positions previously stored to the driver memory buttons 1 or 2 are recalled when the ignition is changed from OFF to ON/RUN/START or ACC/ ACCESSORY.
When Easy Exit Options is enabled in the personalization menu, the positions previously stored to the
driver memory recalled when the ignition is changed to OFF and the driver door is opened within a short time.
See Memory Seats 0 70 and Vehicle Personalization 0 178.
B (Exit) button are

Second Row Seats

If equipped, the armrest may have seat adjustment controls.
1. Seatback Display and Lumbar Adjustment Control
2. Power Seat Adjustment
3. Power Seat Adjustment
4. Massage
See Rear Seats 0 73.
Easy Exit
If equipped, press S to return the seat to the full rearward and full front of seat tilt down position. The seat will also move to this position when the rear door is opened.
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Heated and Ventilated Rear Seats
Warning
{
If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. See the Warning under Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 71.
If equipped, the buttons are on the rear passenger doors.
With the ignition in ON/RUN, press or L to heat the left or right outboard
seat cushion.
With the ignition in ON/RUN, press or { to ventilate the left or right
outboard seat.
See Heated and Ventilated Rear Seats 0 76.

Heated and Ventilated Seats

If equipped, the buttons are near the
M
climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/RUN.
C
J or z to heat the driver or
Press passenger seat cushion and seatback.
I or + to heat the driver or
Press passenger seatback only.
C or { to ventilate the driver
Press or passenger seat.
Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator lights above the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. If the front heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes.
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 71.
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Head Restraint Adjustment

Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
See Head Restraints 0 65 and Power Seat Adjustment 0 67.

Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:
.
Safety Belts 0 77.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 78.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 79.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 101.

Passenger Sensing System

United States
Canada
The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 89.
The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 139.
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Mirror Adjustment

Exterior Mirror
1. Move the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press one of the four arrows to move the mirror.
3. Move the selector switch to deselect the mirror.
The vehicle has manual folding mirrors or, if equipped, power folding mirrors. See Power Mirrors 0 55.
) to
Interior Mirror
Adjustment
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
Automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.
Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming rearview mirror provides a wide angle camera view of the area behind the vehicle. For ease of use, adjust the mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle while the display is off. See Rear Camera Mirror 0 57.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel
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.
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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.
+ ON/OFF : Turns the lamp on
or off.
Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened.
To manually turn the reading lamps on or off:
Press the lamp lenses over the rear passenger doors.
For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 195.

Exterior Lighting

Press m or n next to each overhead console reading lamp.
The exterior lamp control is on the turn signal lever.
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Turn the control to the following positions:

Windshield Wiper/Washer

O : Turns off the exterior lamps. The
knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released. Turn to
reactivate the AUTO mode.
AUTO : Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting.
O again to
; : 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 0 191.
.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals 0 194.
With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move the lever up or down to select the wiper speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
LO : Use for slow wipes.
AUTO : Use this setting for
intermittent wipes when Rainsense is disabled, or for Rainsense wipes when it is enabled. For intermittent wipes, move the lever up to AUTO, then turn the band on the wiper lever up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
If Rainsense is enabled in vehicle personalization, move the lever up to AUTO, then turn the band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity to moisture.
.
Turn the band up for more sensitivity to moisture.
.
Turn the band down for less sensitivity to moisture.
.
Move the windshield wiper lever out of the AUTO position to deactivate Rainsense.
To enable or disable this feature, see
Rainsense Wipersunder Vehicle Personalization 0 178.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
the lever down. For several wipes, hold the lever down.
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f : Pull the lever toward you to
spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 118.

Climate Controls

The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation.
Dual and Quad Zone Climate Control Buttons
1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
2. Fan Control
3. Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats (If Equipped)
4. Rear Window Defogger
5. Defrost
6. OFF (Fan)
7. Recirculation
8. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
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9. Ionizer Status Indicator (If Equipped)
Climate Touch Screen Controls
1. Outside Temperature Display
2. Driver and Passenger
3. Fan Control
4. A/C (Air Conditioning)
5. Climate Control Selection
6. SYNC (Synchronized
7. Driver and Passenger Air
8. Defog
(Gasoline Only)
Temperature Controls
(Application Tray Button)
Temperature)
Delivery Mode Controls
Climate Touch Screen Controls
(Hybrid Only)
1. Outside Temperature Display
2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
3. Fan Control
4. Heater and A/C (Air Conditioning)
5. Climate Control Selection (Application Tray Button)
6. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)
7. Driver and Passenger Air Delivery Mode Controls
8. Defog
9. Ionizer Status Indicator (If Equipped)
See Automatic Climate Control System
(Quad Zone - Gasoline Only) 0 199 or Automatic Climate Control System (Dual Zone - Gasoline and Hybrid) 0 206.

Transmission

Tap Shift
Vehicles equipped with Tap Shift allow shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. Tap Shift can be enabled through the shift lever or the Tap Shift controls on the back of the steering wheel. See Manual Mode (Gasoline Only) 0 241.
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Vehicle Features

Infotainment System

See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, rear seat infotainment, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings.

Steering Wheel Controls

The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual.

Cruise Control

J : Press to turn the system on and
off. A white indicator appears in the instrument cluster when turned on.
RES+ : If there is a set speed in memory, press briefly to resume to that speed 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+ to the first detent. To increase speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, press RES+ to the second detent.
SET: Press briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If the cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. To decrease speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET to the first detent. To decrease speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, press SETto the second detent.
* : Press to disengage cruise control
without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control 0 251 or Adaptive Cruise Control 0 253 (if equipped).
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Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.
y or z : Press to go to the previous
or next selection.
S or T : Press to move between the
interactive display zones in the cluster. Press
previous menu.
SEL : Press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.
S to go back to the
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 160.

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System

If equipped, FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a green
indicator, detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow a vehicle much too closely. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a flashing red alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 268.
V, when a vehicle is

Night Vision System

If equipped, this system can help the driver see and alert the driver to pedestrians or large animals ahead of the vehicle beyond the area lit by the headlamps.
See Night Vision System 0 274.

Forward Automatic Braking (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 Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 270.

Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System

If equipped, the FPB system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes with nearby pedestrians when driving in a forward gear. FPB displays an amber indicator,
~, when a nearby pedestrian is
detected directly ahead. When approaching a detected pedestrian too quickly, FPB provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly
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beeps or pulses the driver seat. FPB can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle.
See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System 0 272.

Lane Keep Assist (LKA)

If equipped, LKA may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures. It may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert as the lane marking is crossed. The system will not assist or alert if it detects that you are actively steering. Override LKA by turning the steering wheel. LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph).
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
0 278 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 279.

Lane Change Alert (LCA)

If equipped, the LCA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind. The LCA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside side 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) 0 276 and Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 277.

Surround Vision

If equipped, views around the vehicle display in the infotainment display to aid with parking and low-speed maneuvers.
See Surround Visionunder
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 262.
Front Vision Camera
If equipped, a view of the area in front of the vehicle displays on the infotainment display to aid with parking and low-speed maneuvers.
See Front Vision Cameraunder
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 262.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

If equipped, RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on the infotainment display when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to aid with parking and low-speed backing maneuvers.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 262.
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System

If equipped, the RCTA system uses a triangle with an arrow displayed on the infotainment screen to warn of traffic behind your vehicle that may cross your vehicle's path while in R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will sound, or the driver seat will pulse.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 262.

Parking Assist

If equipped, Rear Parking Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may display a warning triangle on the Rear Vision Camera screen and a graphic on the instrument cluster to provide the object distance. In addition, multiple beeps or seat pulses may occur if ver y close to an object.
The vehicle may also have the Front Parking Assist system.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 262.

Automatic Parking Assist (APA)

If equipped, the APA system helps to search for and maneuver the vehicle into parallel or perpendicular parking spots using automatic steering, DIC displays, and beeps. When the vehicle speed is below 30 km/h (18 mph),
touch
O to enable the system.
See Automatic Parking Assist (APA) under Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 262.

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 when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). If the system detects the vehicle is backing too fast to avoid a crash with a detected object
behind your vehicle in your path, it may automatically brake hard to a stop.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 262.

Surround Vision Recorder

If equipped, the Surround Vision Recorder records 360° camera views to an SD card. Only images are recorded, no sound.
See Surround Vision Recorder 0 280.

Power Outlets

Power Outlet 12-Volt Direct Current
The 12-volt accessory power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The vehicle may have an accessory power outlet on the rear seat trim panel (gasoline and hybrid) and inside the trunk (hybrid only).
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Universal Remote System

1. Power Outlet 110V/120V Alternating Current
2. Power Outlet 12-Volt Direct Current
Lift the cover to access the power outlet.
See Power Outlets 0 121.
If equipped, this system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you with programming the Universal Remote system.
See Universal Remote System 0 187.

Sunroof

If equipped with a sunroof, the ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP), to operate the sunroof. See Ignition Positions 0 225 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 232.
1. SLIDE Switch
2. TILT Switch
Slide Switch
Express-Open/Express-Close : Press the rear or front of
second detent and release to express-open or express-close the sunroof.
D (1) to the
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Open/Close (Manual Mode) : Press the rear of
and hold to open the sunroof. Press the front of
and hold to close the sunroof.
Tilt Switch
Vent Feature : Press and hold the front of Press and hold the rear of
close the sunroof vent.
See Sunroof 0 62.
D (1) to the first detent
D (1) to the first detent
E (2) to vent the sunroof.
E (2) to

Hybrid Features

High Voltage Safety Information (Hybrid Only)

Warning
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Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns, and even death. The high voltage components in the vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training.
High voltage components are identified by labels. Do not remove, open, take apart, or modify these components. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering or labels. Do not probe, tamper with, cut, or modify high voltage cable or wiring.
This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12-volt battery.
If the vehicle is in a crash, the sensing system may shut down the high voltage system. When this occurs, the high voltage battery is disconnected
and the vehicle will not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will be displayed. Before the vehicle can be operated again, it must be serviced at your dealer.
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Damage to the high voltage battery or high voltage system can create a risk of electric shock, overheating, or fire.
If the vehicle is damaged from a moderate to severe crash, flood, fire, or other event, the vehicle should be inspected as soon as possible. Until the vehicle has been inspected, store it outside at least 15 m (50 ft) from any structure or anything that can burn. Ventilate the vehicle by opening a window or a door.
Contact your dealer as soon as possible to determine whether an inspection is needed.
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See Battery - North America 0 331 for important safety information. If an airbag has inflated, see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? 0 88.
Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery. See your dealer if either the 12-volt battery or the high voltage battery needs service.

Charging (Hybrid Only)

This section explains the process for charging the high voltage battery. Do not allow the vehicle to remain in temperature extremes for long periods without being driven or plugged in. It is recommended that the vehicle be plugged in when temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F) and above 32 °C (90 °F) to maximize high voltage battery life.
When using the portable charge cord included with the vehicle, it will take approximately 20 hours to charge the vehicle with the 8 amp AC current setting or 12.5 hours using the 12 amp AC current setting. When using a charging station capable of
16 amps or more, it will take approximately 4.5 hours to charge the vehicle. Charge times will vary with outside temperature. There are three ways to program how the vehicle is charged. See Programmable Charging (Hybrid Only) 0 150.
The charging system may run fans and pumps that result in sounds from the vehicle while it is turned off. Additional unexpected clicking sounds may be caused by the electrical devices used while charging.
While the charge cord is plugged into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot be driven.
Charging
Start Charge
A portable charge cord used to charge the vehicle high voltage battery is stored in the trunk under the load floor.
1. Place the vehicle in P (Park) with the ignition off.
2. Push the rearward edge of the charge port door in and release to open the door.
In cold weather conditions, ice may form around the charge port door. Remove ice from the area before attempting to open or close the charge port door.
3. Open the trunk. Lift the load floor cover and remove the charge cord.
4. Plug the charge cord into the electrical outlet. See Electrical
Requirements for Battery Charging (Hybrid Only) 0 294. Verify the charge cord status. See Charge Cord 0 288. Select the
appropriate charge level using the Charge Limit Preference screen on the infotainment display. See Charge Limit Selectionunder Programmable Charging (Hybrid Only) 0 150.
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End Charge
1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter to disarm the charge cord theft alert.
5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the charge cord into the charge port on the vehicle. Verify that the charging status indicator illuminates on top of the instrument panel and an audible beep occurs. See Charging Status Feedback (Hybrid Only) 0 284.
6. If equipped, to arm the charge cord theft alert, lock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. To disable this feature, see Charge Cord Theft Alertin Vehicle Personalization 0 178.
2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the charge cord from the vehicle.
3. Close the charge port door by pushing firmly on the rearward edge of the door surface.
4. Unplug the charge cord from the electrical outlet.
5. Place the charge cord into the storage compartment.
Charge Cord
Important Information About Portable Electric Vehicle Charging
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Charging an electric vehicle can stress a buildings electrical system more than a typical household appliance.
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Before you plug in to any electrical outlet, have a qualified electrician inspect and verify the electrical system (electrical outlet, wiring, junctions, and protection devices) for heavy-duty service at a 12 amp continuous load.
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Electrical outlets may wear out with normal usage or be damaged over time, making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging.
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Check the electrical outlet/plug while charging and discontinue use if the electrical outlet/plug is hot, then have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified electrician.
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When outdoors, plug into an electrical outlet that is weather-proof while in use.
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Mount the charging cord to reduce strain on the electrical outlet/plug.
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Danger
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Improper use of portable electric vehicle charge cords may cause a fire, electrical shock, or burns, and may result in damage to property, serious injury, or death.
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Do not use extension cords, multi-outlet power strips, splitters, grounding adaptors, surge protectors, or similar devices.
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Do not use an electrical outlet that is worn or damaged, or will not hold the plug firmly in place.
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Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly grounded.
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Do not use an electrical outlet that is on a circuit with other electrical loads.
Charge Cord Status Indicators
See Charge Cord 0 288.
Charge Level Selection
Charge level selection can be made using the Charge Limit Preference screen on the infotainment display. See Charge Limit Selectionunder
Programmable Charging (Hybrid Only) 0 150.
Warning
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Using a charge level that exceeds the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity may start a fire or damage the electrical circuit. Use the lowest charge level until a qualified electrician inspects the electrical circuit capacity. Use the lowest charge level if the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity is not known.

Regenerative Braking

Regenerative braking takes some of the energy from the moving vehicle and turns it back into electrical energy. This energy is then stored in the high voltage battery system,
contributing to increased energy efficiency. See Regenerative Braking (Hybrid Only) 0 246.

Service (Hybrid)

Warning
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Never try to do your own service on high voltage components. You can be injured and the vehicle can be damaged if you try to do your own service work. Service and repair of these high voltage components should only be performed by a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools. See Doing Your Own Service Work 0 307.
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