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In Brief . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . .1-4
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .2-27
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Front Seats . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-20
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . .. . . . . 4-6
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Information Displays . . . . . . . .. . 5-27
Vehicle Messages.. . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
Vehicle Personalization.. . . . . . 5-45
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-53
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ..7-8
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
Phone . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 7-36
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 7-44
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-14
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . .9-25
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 9-31
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . .9-35
Cruise Control . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9-39
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-41
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-51
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-57
Vehicle Care . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . .10-3
Vehicle Checks.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-31
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34
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Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-58
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-99
Towing . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .10-103
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . .10-105
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Cadillac Premium Care
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . .11-3
Special Application
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-10
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-13
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-17
Technical Data . . . . . . ......... 12-1
Vehicle Identification.. . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-17
Vehicle Data Recording and
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 14-1
OnStar Overview.. . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
OnStar Services . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 14-2
OnStar Additional
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
Privacy . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-19
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 14-5
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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 Crest and Wreath,
CTS, and CTS-V are trademarks
and/or service marks of General
Motors LLC, its subsidiaries,
affiliates, or licensors.
This manual describes features that
may or may not be on your specific
vehicle either because they are
options that you did not purchase or
due to changes subsequent to the
printing of this owner manual.
Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. 22796898 B Second Printing
Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limitedfor Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it appears in this manual.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.
©
2012 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

Propriétaires Canadiens
A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from:
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

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.
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Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
WARNING
{
These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
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.

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.
M : This symbol is shown when
Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty.
you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information.
* : This symbol is shown when
you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.
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 ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar
®
$ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System
I : Cruise Control
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
# : Fog Lamps
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
( : Heated Steering Wheel
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j : LATCH System Child
Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
} : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
®
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . 1-6
Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-8
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Heated and Ventilated
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 1-10
Head Restraint
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 1-10
Passenger Sensing
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1-11
Steering Wheel
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Windshield Wiper/Washer .... 1-13
Climate Controls . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-15
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-17
Bluetooth
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-17
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Navigation System . . . . . . . .. . . 1-18
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-20
Storage Compartments . . . . . . 1-20
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Universal Remote System . . . 1-21
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-21
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control
System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
StabiliTrak
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-23
Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-23
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-23
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
OnStar
®
System . . . . . . . . . 1-22
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
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Instrument Panel

CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar
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1. Air Vents on page 86.
2. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 527.
3. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 66.
4. Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 65.
5. Instrument Cluster on page 511.
6. Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 54.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 56 (If Equipped).
7. Navigation Button (If Equipped). See Navigation System Manual.
8. Traction Control System (TCS)
on page 935.
Magnetic Ride Control on page 938 (CTS-V Model Only).
9. Clock on page 59.
10. Passenger Sensing System on
page 326.
11. Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 65.
12. Navigation Display Brightness Control (If Equipped). See Navigation System Manual.
13. Infotainment on page 71.
Navigation/Radio System (If Equipped). See Navigation System Manual.
14. Parking Brake Release Lever. See Parking Brake (Electric) on
page 933 or Parking Brake (Manual) on page 932.
15. Hood Release. See Hood on page 104.
16. Cruise Control on page 939.
Heated Steering Wheel on page 54 (If Equipped).
Traction Control System (TCS) Disable Button (CTS-V Model Only). See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 935.
17. Tap Shift Controls (If Equipped). Located on the rear of the steering wheel. See Manual Mode on page 926.
18. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 519.
19. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 52.
20. Horn on page 54.
21. Steering Wheel Controls on page 53.
22. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 39.
23. Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 81.
24. Parking Brake Button. See
Parking Brake (Electric) on page 933 or Parking Brake (Manual) on page 932.
25. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 925 or Manual Transmission on page 929.
26. Instrument Panel Storage on page 41.
Power Outlets on page 59.
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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.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

On some models, the RKE transmitter is used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle. On other models, it can be used up to 60 m (195 ft) away.

Starting the Engine

When first starting the vehicle, the engine idle speed will be elevated to allow the catalytic converter, an emissions control device, to quickly reach operating temperature. After approximately 20 seconds, the engine will begin to transition to its normal, quieter idle speed, which can vary depending on the temperature. This is normal operation.
Key Access
Keyless Access
K to unlock the driver door.
Press Press again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors.
Q to lock all doors.
Press
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 545.
Press and hold the trunk/liftgate.
L and release to locate the
Press vehicle.
V / 8 to open
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Press and hold L for more than two seconds to sound the panic alarm.
L again to cancel the panic
Press alarm.
For keyless access vehicles, press the button to remove the key. The key can be used for all locks.
See Keys on page 21 and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 24 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 26.

Remote Vehicle Start

For vehicles with this feature, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle and press and release
transmitter.
Q on the
2. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold
least two seconds or until the vehicle's turn signal lamps flash.
3. After entering the vehicle during a remote start, press the brake pedal and turn the ignition to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.
/ for at
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start do any of the following:
.
Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold
until the parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
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Turn the vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start on page 210.

Door Locks

To lock or unlock a door manually:
Sedan and Wagon Base Model
From the inside, use the door lock knob on the top of doors.
Sedan and Wagon Uplevel Model
From the inside, for a front door pull the door handle. Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door. For a rear door use the door lock knob on the top of the door.
Coupe Model
To open a door from the inside, press the door latch button, or pull the manual door release handle on the driver side floor.
See Door Locks (Sedan and
Wagon) on page 212 or Door Locks (Coupe) on page 213.
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Sedan and Wagon Model
From the outside, turn the key toward the front or rear of the
vehicle, or press Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation (Key Access) on page 24 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 26.
Coupe Model
From the outside, use the key to unlock the trunk then pull the manual door release handle,
or press RKE transmitter.
See Door Locks (Sedan and
Wagon) on page 212 or Door Locks (Coupe) on page 213 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 24 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 26.
Q or K on the
Q or K on the
Power Door Locks
Sedan/Wagon Shown, Coupe
Similar
Q : Press to lock the doors.
K : Press to unlock the doors.
See Power Door Locks on page 215.

Liftgate

Power Liftgate
Vehicles with an automatic transmission must be in P (Park) and a manual transmission must be in Neutral to operate the power liftgate.
To open the liftgate from inside, select the mode then press the center of the button. See Liftgate on page 219 for more information on programming the height opening settings.
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To open the liftgate with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
press and hold RKE transmitter.
To open the liftgate from outside the vehicle, press the touch pad on the outside liftgate handle.
8 on the
Manual Operation of the Power Liftgate
With the vehicle in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or Neutral for a manual transmission, turn the liftgate mode switch to OFF and unlock the doors. Press the touch pad under the liftgate handle and pull up on the handle. To close the liftgate, pull down on the pull cup. See Liftgate on page 219.

Trunk Release

The remote trunk release button is on the driver door, inside the storage compartment under the armrest.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral). On vehicles with a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in Neutral, and the parking brake set.
The trunk may be opened by pressing the remote trunk release
button on the driver door, the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or by using the key in the trunk lock cylinder.
On vehicles with the Keyless Access System, if the vehicle is locked, the keyless access transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the trunk for it to be recognized. The trunk can then be opened by the trunk release button above the license plate. See Trunk on page 217.
V on
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Windows

Sedan Driver Side Shown, Wagon
and Coupe Similar
The driver power window switches control all the windows. The passenger switch only controls that window.
Press the switch down to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. See Power Windows on page 228.

Seat Adjustment

Power Seats
Seat Position
To adjust the seat:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the horizontal control forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the horizontal control up or down.
.
Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment on page 34.
Use the vertical control to adjust the seatback. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 36.
Power Lumbar
1. Seat Cushion Bolster Adjustment
2. Lumbar Support Control
3. Seatback Bolster Control
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To adjust the lumbar support, if equipped:
.
Press and hold the top of the control (2) to increase support to the top of the seatback and decrease support to the bottom of the seatback.
.
Press and hold the bottom of the control (2) to decrease support to the top of the seatback and increase support to the bottom of the seatback.
.
Press and hold the front or rear of the control (2) to increase or decrease support to the entire seatback.
See Lumbar Adjustment on page 35.
Seat Cushion and Seatback Bolsters
To adjust the seat cushion and seatback bolster support, if equipped:
.
Press the top or bottom of the control (1) to increase or decrease support in the seat cushion bolsters.
.
Press the top or bottom of the control (3) to increase or decrease support in the seatback bolsters.
See Lumbar Adjustment on page 35.

Memory Features

If available, memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver door are used to save and recall memory settings for the driver seat cushion and seatback, outside mirrors, and the power tilt and telescoping steering column position (if equipped).
See Memory Seats on page 37 and
Vehicle Personalization on page 545.
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Heated and Ventilated Seats

Heated and Ventilated Seat
Buttons Shown, Heated Seat
Buttons Similar
If available, the buttons are on the climate control panel. To operate, the ignition must be on.
M : Press to heat the seat. { : If available, press to ventilate
the seat. A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls or pushes air through the seat. The air is not cooled.
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 lights on the climate control display indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 39.

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 on page 32 and Seat Adjustment on page 33.

Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:
.
Safety Belts on page 312.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 313.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 314.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 341.
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Passenger Sensing System

United States
Canada and Mexico
The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 326.
The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 518.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior
Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door.
To adjust each mirrors:
1. Press (1) or (2) to select the driver or passenger side mirror.
2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move the mirror up, down, right, or left.
3. Adjust each mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.
4. Press (1) or (2) again to deselect the mirror.
See Power Mirrors on page 226.
Interior
The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind you. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started.
See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 227.
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Steering Wheel Adjustment

To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Power Tilt Wheel
For vehicles with the power tilt wheel, the control is on the left side of the steering column.
.
Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down.
.
Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Interior Lighting

Reading Lamps
The reading lamps are on the overhead console. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened.
For manual operation, press the button next to each lamp to turn it on or off.
If the reading lamps are left on, they automatically shut off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off.
For more information, see:
.
Reading Lamps on page 66.
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Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 66.
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Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamp control is toward the end of the turn signal/lane change lever.
O : Turn the band with this
symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps.
The exterior lamp control has four positions:
O : Turns off all lamps, except the
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
AUTO: Turns the headlamps on and off automatically, depending upon how much light is available outside of the vehicle.
; : Turns on the parking lamps,
together with the sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.
5 : Turns on the headlamps,
together with the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.
See:
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Exterior Lamp Controls on page 61.
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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 62.
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Fog Lamps on page 65.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

Sedan and Coupe Model
Wagon Model
The windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the steering column.
Move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed.
8 : Use for a single wipe. Briefly
move the lever down and release. For several wipes, hold the lever down.
( : Use to turn the wipers off.
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3 : For a delayed wiping cycle.
Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
1: Use for slow wipes.
2: Use for fast wipes.
Windshield Washer
WARNING
{
In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.
Sedan and Coupe Model
K : Press the button with this
symbol, on the end of the windshield washer lever, to wash the windshield. The washer fluid sprays onto the windshield and the wipers run for a few cycles to clear
the windshield. Press and hold for more wash cycles.
Wagon Model
Pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield. The spray continues until the lever is released. The wipers will run a few times.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 54 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 56 (if equipped).
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Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
1. Driver and Passenger Displays
2. Fan
3. Power
4. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
5. PASS (Passenger Climate Control)
6. Defrost
7. Air Delivery Mode
8. Temperature and Heated/ Ventilated Seat
9. Air Conditioning
10. Recirculation
11. Outside Air
12. Rear Window Defogger
See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 81.

Transmission

Automatic Transmission
Driver Shift Control (DSC) or Tap Shift
Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever or the Tap Shift controls, located on the back of the steering wheel (if equipped). See Manual Mode on page 926.
Manual Transmission
Skip Shift (CTSV)
Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allow shifting from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth). This helps improve fuel mileage. Under harder acceleration, Skip Shift is disabled, and all gears are available. See Manual Transmission on page 929.
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Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

VOL/ O : Press to turn the system
on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
FM/AM: Press to select between FM or AM.
m : Press to select SiriusXM
if equipped.
TUNE/TONE: Turn to select radio stations.
¨ SEEK or © SEEK: Press to seek
the next or previous station.
INFO: Press to display additional information that may be available for the current song. When information is not available, No Information displays.
For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 73.
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,
Storing a Favorite Station
A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six softkeys below the radio station frequency tabs on the display and by using the radio favorites page button (FAV button). Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or SiriusXM stations.
For more information, see AM-FM Radio on page 78.
Setting the Clock
The analog clock is on the instrument panel above the radio. The clock is not connected with any other vehicle system and runs by itself. To adjust the clock:
1. Locate the adjustment buttons
2. Push and hold the right
directly below the clock face.
adjustment button to move the clock hands forward, or the left
adjustment button to make the clock hands go backward. Holding either button down will cause the clock to advance faster. Release the button before the desired time is reached.
3. Push and release either button to adjust the time by one minute increments until the desired time is reached.
For more information on setting the clock, see Clock on page 59.

Satellite Radio

Vehicles with a SiriusXM®satellite radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to
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coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service.
Refer to:
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www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.).
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www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-209-0079 (Canada).
See Satellite Radio on page 711.

Portable Audio Devices

Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port in the center console bin. External devices such as iPods laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB drives may be connected, depending on the audio system.
See Auxiliary Devices on page 734.
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Bluetooth
®
The Bluetooth®system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions.
See Bluetooth on page 736.

Steering Wheel Controls

Some audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on the vehicle's options. Controls that can be adjusted at the steering wheel may include:
SRCE: Press to switch between AM, FM, or SiriusXM (if equipped) radio, CD, HDD (if equipped), auxiliary input jack, DVD (if equipped), and USB (if equipped).
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y or c / z : Press to go to the
next or previous radio station stored as a favorite, or the previous or next track of a CD.
Press to interact with the Bluetooth system. See Bluetooth on page 736 for more information.
e −: Press to increase or to
+
decrease the volume.
b / g : Press and release to
silence the vehicle speakers only. The audio of the wireless and wired headphones, if the vehicle has these features, does not mute.
Press and release turn the sound on.
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For vehicles with a navigation system, press and hold
two seconds to initiate speech recognition.
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For vehicles without a navigation system, press and hold
two seconds to interact with
®
OnStar
b / g again, to
b / g for
b / g for
or Bluetooth.
.
For vehicles with a navigation system, OnStar, or Bluetooth,
press and hold two seconds and say hands
®
freeto interact with OnStar or Bluetooth.
For more information, see Steering Wheel Controls on page 53.
b / g for

Cruise Control

CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar
I : Press to turn the system on or
off. The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is on.
+RES: Press to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed.
SET: Press to set the speed or
make the vehicle decelerate.
[ : Press to cancel cruise control
without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control on page 939.

Navigation System

If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is a separate navigation manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system.
The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more.
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See the navigation manual for more information.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is at the bottom of the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems and enables access to the personalization menu.
The DIC buttons are on the instrument panel next to the steering wheel.
3 : Press to scroll through the
trip and fuel displays.
T : Press to scroll through the
vehicle information displays.
U : Press to customize the feature
settings on your vehicle. See
Vehicle Personalization on page 545.
V : Press to reset certain DIC
features and to acknowledge DIC warning messages and clear them from the DIC display.
y or z : Press to scroll up and
down the menu items.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 527.
Vehicle Customization
Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the DIC buttons on the instrument panel next to the steering wheel. These features include:
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Language
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Door Lock and Unlock Settings
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Lighting
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Chime Volume
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Memory Settings
See Vehicle Personalization on page 545.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

The rear vision camera displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on either the navigation screen or the inside rearview mirror when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). Once shifted out of R (Reverse), the navigation screen will go back to the last screen that had been displayed, after a delay or the video image automatically disappears from the inside rearview mirror.
To clean the camera lens above the license plate, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth.
See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 945 for more information.
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Ultrasonic Parking Assist

If available, this system 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). URPA uses audible beeps to provide distance and system information.
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation.
See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 941.

Storage Compartments

Press the bottom of the load floor handle assembly to lift the top on the handle. Pull up on the handle to open the cargo management system.
See Cargo Management System (Wagon) on page 43 for more information.

Power Outlets

Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
There are three accessory power outlets. The power outlets below the climate control system, inside the center console storage bin, and on the rear of the center console are powered while the vehicle is in ON/ RUN, START or ACC/ACCESSORY mode, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle.
On the CTS Wagon there is an additional accessory power outlet near the rear cargo net that is powered at all times.
Remove the cover to access and replace when not in use.
See Power Outlets on page 59.
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Universal Remote System

The Universal Home Remote System allows for garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices to be programmed to work with these buttons in the vehicle.
See Universal Remote System on page 553.

Sunroof

If the vehicle has a power sunroof, it will only operate when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Ignition
Positions (Keyless Access) on page 915 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 917 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 921.
The driver side switch (1) operates the sunshade.
Open/Close: Press and hold the front or rear of the switch (1) to open or close the sunshade.
Express Open/Express Close:
Press and release the rear or front of the switch (1) to express open or express close the sunshade. To stop the sunshade partway, press the switch (1) a second time.
The passenger side switch (2) operates the sunroof.
Vent: Coupe only, press and hold the front of the switch (2) to vent the sunroof. The sunshade will automatically open approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press and hold the rear of the switch (2) to close the sunroof vent.
Express Open/Express Close:
Press and release the rear or front of the switch (2) to express open or express close the sunroof. To stop the sunroof partway, press the switch (2) a second time.
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Comfort Stop: The sunroof has a
comfort stop feature that stops the sunroof from opening to the full-open position. Press the rear of the sunroof switch (2) to the first detent to open the sunroof to the comfort open position. Press the rear of the switch (2) again to fully open the sunroof.
See Sunroof on page 230.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control System (TCS)

The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
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To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak
button
Y on the instrument
panel (CTS) or the steering wheel (CTS-V). The appropriate DIC message is displayed. See
Ride Control System Messages on page 540.
.
Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button
Y again to turn traction control
back on.
See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 935.

StabiliTrak®System

StabiliTrak assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
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To turn off both traction control and electronic stability control, press and hold the TCS/
StabiliTrak button instrument panel (CTS) or
steering wheel (CTS-V) until illuminates and the appropriate DIC message displays. See
Ride Control System Messages on page 540.
.
Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button
Y on the
g
Y again to turn on both
systems.
®
See StabiliTrak page 936.
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Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 910. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This may be an early indicator that the
tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Maintain the correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 1068.

Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit

This vehicle may come with a spare tire and tire changing equipment or a tire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used to temporarily seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 1082.
If the vehicle came with a spare tire and tire changing equipment, see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 1080.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Using the DIC MENU button, display OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC. See Driver
Information Center (DIC) on page 527 and Engine Oil Messages on page 535.
2. Press the Set/Reset button and hold for two seconds to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and reset the oil life at 100%.
Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.
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The oil life system can also be reset as follows:
1. Turn the ignition on with the engine off.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is not on, the system is reset.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 1011.
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Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
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Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
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Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
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Roadside Service

U.S.: 1-800-224-1400
Canada: 1-800-882-1112
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Mexico: 01-800-466-0805
When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
Combine several trips into a single trip.
Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
New vehicles are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program.
See Roadside Service (U.S. and
Canada) on page 137 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 139.
Roadside Service and OnStar (U.S. and Canada)
If the vehicle has an active OnStar subscription, contact OnStar and the vehicles current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor to assess the situation, contact Roadside Service, and relay the exact location to send help.
OnStar
®
If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services. See OnStar Overview on page 141.
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