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Cadillac CTS Sedan 2016, CTS-V Sedan 2016 Owner's Manual

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 106
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 172
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 187
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 345
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 364
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 374
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387
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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 CTS 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 Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it appears in this manual.
This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle,
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 22990214 A First Printing
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

Propriétaires Canadiens
A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from:
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse savant:
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.

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.
©
2015 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.”

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 : 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 ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar
®
(if equipped)
$ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System
I : Cruise Control
` : Do Not Puncture ^ : Do Not Service
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
. : 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
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
®
a : Under Pressure M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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2 NOTES
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In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 14
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 14
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Passenger Sensing System . . . 15
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 16
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 18
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 20
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 22
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 22
Surround Vision (CTS Only) . . . 22 Curb View Camera
(CTS-V Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 23
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Automatic Parking
Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Universal Remote System . . . . . 24
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 26
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 26
Car Wash Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . 27
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents 0 185.
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn
and Lane-Change Signals
0 167.
3. Manual Mode 0 212 (If Equipped).
4. Instrument Cluster 0 115.
5. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 108.
6. Hazard Warning Flashers
0 167.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 248
(If Equipped).
Start/Stop Disable Switch (If Equipped). See Starting the Engine 0 204.
7. Light Sensor (If Equipped). See
Automatic Headlamp System
0 166.
Solar Sensor. See Dual
Automatic Climate Control System 0 178.
8. Infotainment 0 172.
9. Glove Box Button. See Glove Box 0 103.
Automatic Parking Assist Button (If Equipped). See
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 235.
Parking Assist Button. See
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 235.
10. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 61 (If Equipped).
11. Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 178.
12. Instrument Panel Storage
0 103.
Wireless Charging Pad (If Equipped) (Out of View). See
Wireless Charging 0 113
13. Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 216.
14. MODE Switch. See Driver Mode Control 0 218.
15. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 210.
Manual Mode Button. See Automatic Transmission 0 210.
16. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition Positions 0 202.
17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 108.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 134.
18. Horn 0 108.
19. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 107.
20. Cruise Control 0 224 (If Equipped).
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 227
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 242 (If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0 108
(If Equipped).
21. Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 168.
22. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 136 (If Equipped).
23. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 125.
24. Hood Release. See Hood 0 262.
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25. Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Switch. See Electric Parking Brake 0 214.

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 may have 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 pushed, the engine will restart.
The automatic engine stop/start function can be disabled using the switch. See Starting the Engine 0 204.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away.
Press the button to remove the key. The key can be used for all locks.
K to unlock the driver door or
Press all doors.
Q to lock all doors.
Press
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
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Press X twice quickly to release
the trunk.
7 and release to initiate
Press vehicle locator.
Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm.
7 again to cancel the panic
Press alarm.
See Keys 0 28 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29.
7 for more than

Remote Vehicle Start

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 flash.
3. Start the vehicle normally after entering.
/
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on.
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 35.
/ until the

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 29.
Manual Operation
From outside, use the key in the driver door. The key cylinder is covered by a cap. See Door Locks 0 37.
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. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29.
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From inside, press Q or K. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when locked. See Power Door Locks 0 39.

Trunk

To open the trunk, press | on the driver door, press
on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, or press the touch pad on the rear of the vehicle after unlocking all doors.
For Keyless Access, press the touch pad on the rear of the trunk above the license plate when the
X twice quickly
RKE transmitter is in range. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29 and Trunk 0 41.

Windows

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 0 47.

Seat Adjustment

Power Seats
High Performance Seat
To adjust the seat:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
.
If available, raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
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V–Series Seat Adjustment
.
Press Rearward (3) to make rearward adjustments of the selected feature.
.
Press Down (4) to make downward adjustments of the selected feature.
.
Press Forward (5) to make forward adjustments of the selected feature.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 55.
Lumbar Adjustment
High Performance Seat
1. Feature Select
2. Up
3. Rearward
4. Down
5. Forward
.
Move Feature Select (1) to display seat adjustments on the center stack. Press and release or hold to scroll through features.
.
Press Up (2) to make upward adjustments of the selected feature.
To adjust the lumbar and bolster support, if equipped:
Base Seat
.
Press and hold the control forward or rearward to increase or decrease lumbar support
.
Press and hold the control up or down to increase or decrease seatback bolster support, if available.
Bolster Adjustment
If equipped, to increase or decrease the seatback bolster support, press and hold the recliner control up and down.
See Lumbar Adjustment 0 57.
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V-Series Bolster Support
4–Way Lumbar Support
To adjust lumbar support, if equipped:
High Performance Seat Shown
.
Press and release or hold Feature Select (1) to scroll to lumbar support on the center stack.
.
Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) to adjust lumbar forward or rearward.
.
Press Up (2) or Down (4) to adjust lumbar support up or down.
Cushion Bolster
To adjust cushion bolster support, if equipped:
.
Press and release or hold Feature Select (1) to scroll to bolster support on the center stack.
.
Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) to adjust bolster support inward or outward.
Back Bolster Support
To adjust back bolster support, if equipped:
.
Press and release or hold Feature Select (1) to scroll to upper back support on the center stack.
.
Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) to adjust back support forward or rearward.
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Reclining Seatbacks
High Performance Seat
Base Seat
To adjust the seatback:
.
Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.
.
Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
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 58.

Memory Features

The SET, 1, 2, and B (Exit) buttons on the driver door are used to manually store and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and power tilt and telescoping steering column (if equipped).
Automatic Memory Recall and/or Easy Exit Recall features may be enabled in the vehicle personalization menus.
When Auto Memory Recall is enabled in the personalization menu, positions previously stored to
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memory buttons 1 and 2 are recalled when the ignition is changed from OFF to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY.
When Easy Exit Options is enabled in the personalization menu, the seats will move rearward when the ignition is changed to OFF and driver door is opened within a short time.
See Memory Seats 0 59 and Vehicle Personalization 0 152.

Heated and Ventilated Seats

Front Seats
If equipped, the buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/RUN/START.
Press
J or z to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and seatback.
Press
C or { to ventilate the driver
or passenger 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 indicator lights next to 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 61.

Head Restraint Adjustment

If equipped with base seats, the vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.
If equipped with high performance seats, the vehicle’s front seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted.
Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
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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 53 and Power Seat Adjustment 0 55.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 66.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 67.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 91.

Passenger Sensing System

Safety Belts

United States
Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:
.
Safety Belts 0 65.
The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No
Canada and Mexico
other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 78.
The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead console are visible when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 124.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior
Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door.
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To adjust each mirror:
1. Press (L) or (R) 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. Return the selector switch to the center position.
See Power Mirrors 0 46.
Interior
The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.
See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 47.

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 and Telescoping Wheel
If equipped, 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.
To set the power tilt wheel memory position, see Memory Seats 0 59.
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Interior Lighting

Dome Lamp
To change the dome lamp settings, press the following:
OFF : Turns the lamp off, even when a door is open.
DOOR : The lamp comes on when a door is opened.
ON : Turns the lamp on.
Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps come on 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 0 168.

Exterior Lighting

Press m or n next to each overhead console reading lamp.
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There are four positions:

Windshield Wiper/Washer

O : Turns off the exterior lamps.
The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released. Turn to
O again to reactivate the AUTO
mode. In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO : Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting.
; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the headlamps.
With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the lever to select the wiper speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
LO : Use for slow wipes.
5 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.
See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 163 and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 0 166.
INT : Use this setting for intermittent wipes or Rainsense™, if equipped. For intermittent wipes, move the windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn
the
x INT band up for more
frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
If equipped with Rainsense, move the windshield wiper lever to INT
and turn the 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 INT position to deactivate Rainsense.
To turn the Rainsense feature on or off, see “Rain Sense Wipers” under Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
the lever down. For several wipes, hold the lever down.
x INT band to adjust
n L : Pull the lever toward you to
spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 108.
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Climate Controls

The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation.
Climate Control Buttons
1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
2. Fan Control
3. OFF (Fan)
4. Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats (If Equipped)
5. Recirculation
6. Rear Window Defogger
7. Defrost
8. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
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Climate Touch Screen Controls
1. Outside Temperature Display
2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
3. Fan Control
4. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)
5. A/C Mode (Air Conditioning)
6. Climate Control Selection (Application Tray Button)
7. Rear (Rear Climate Control Touch Screen)
8. Air Delivery Mode Control
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See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 178 and Rear Climate Control System 0 183 (if equipped).

Transmission

Tap Shift
If equipped, permanent Tap Shift Mode may be entered with the shift lever in D (Drive), by pressing the M (Manual Mode) button on the top of the shift lever.
Temporary Tap Shift Mode may be entered while in D (Drive) using the tap shift controls on the back of the steering wheel.
See Manual Mode 0 212.

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.

Vehicle Features

Infotainment System

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

Steering Wheel Controls

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

J : Press to turn the system on
and off. A white indicator appears in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on.
+RES : If there is a set speed in memory, press the control up briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If the cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed. To increase speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), press +RES up to the first detent. To increase speed to the next 5 km/h
(5 mph) mark on the speedometer, press +RES up to the second detent.
SET− : Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. To decrease speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET− down to the first detent. To decrease speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, press SET− down to the second detent.
* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control 0 224 or Adaptive Cruise Control 0 227 (if equipped).

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 move up or
down in a list.
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.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 134.
S to go back to the
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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, is 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 0 242.
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Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System

If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), 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 Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System 0 244.

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)
0 248 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 248.

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)
0 246 and Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 246.

Surround Vision (CTS Only)

If equipped, views around the vehicle display on the center stack to aid with parking and low-speed maneuvers.
See “Surround Vision” under
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 235.
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Front Vision Camera
If equipped, a view of the area in front of the vehicle displays on the center stack to aid with parking and low-speed maneuvers.
See “Front Vision Camera” under
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 235.
Curb View Camera

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

If equipped, RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on the center stack 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 0 235.
(CTS-V Only)
If equipped, a view of the area in front of the vehicle displays on the center stack to aid with parking and low-speed maneuvers. The display shows a front, top down view at the top of the screen and left and right front camera images on the bottom.
See “Curb View Camera (CTS-V Series Only)” under Assistance
Systems for Parking or Backing 0 235.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System

If equipped, the RCTA system uses a triangle with an arrow displayed on the RVC 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 0 235.

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 very close to an object.
The vehicle may also have the Front Parking Assist system.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 235.

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), press enable the system.
See “Automatic Parking Assist (APA)” under Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 235.
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Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) System

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 0 235.
Inside the storage area under the armrest cover.
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On the rear of the center console, if equipped.
These outlets 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.
Lift the cover to access the accessory power outlet.
See Power Outlets 0 111.

Universal Remote System

Power Outlets

Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct Current
Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The vehicle has three 12-volt accessory power outlets:
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Inside the center console storage in front of the armrest cover.
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 0 159.

Sunroof

If equipped, the sunroof will only operate when the ignition is in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Ignition
Positions 0 202 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 206.
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Express Open/Express Close :
Press the front of the switch (1) a second time to express open the sunroof. Press the rear of the switch (1) to express close. To stop the sunroof partway, press the switch (1) again.
The passenger side switch (2) operates the sunshade. Press and release the front or rear of the switch (2) to express open or express close the sunshade. To
The driver side switch (1) operates the sunroof.
Vent : Press and release the front of the switch (1) to vent the sunroof. The sunshade will automatically open approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press and hold the rear of the switch (1) to close the sunroof vent.
stop the sunshade partway, press the switch (2) again.
See Sunroof 0 50.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control

The Traction Control System (TCS) limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
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 TCS, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak
button
Y on the center console.
i illuminates in the instrument
cluster. The appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride
Control System Messages 0 147.
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Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button
Y again to turn traction control
back on.
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To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, press and hold the
TCS/StabiliTrak button center console until
illuminate in the instrument cluster. The appropriate DIC message displays. See Ride
Control System Messages 0 147.
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Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button
Y again to turn on both
systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 216.
The vehicle has Driver Mode Control and may have Competitive Driving Mode. See Driver Mode
Control 0 218 and Competitive Driving Mode (V-Sport and V-Series Only) 0 221.

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
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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 0 198. 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 0 310.

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 buttons, display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information
Center (DIC) 0 134 and Engine Oil Messages 0 142.
2. Press the SEL button and hold 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 0 273.

Car Wash Guidelines

Caution
Some automatic car washes can cause damage to the vehicle and wheels. Automatic car washes are not recommended, due to lack of clearance for the undercarriage and/or wide rear tires and wheels. See "Washing the Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 336.

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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When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
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Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
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Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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Combine several trips into a single trip.
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
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Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Roadside Service

U.S.: 1-800-224-1400
Canada: 1-800-882-1112
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
New Cadillac owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service Program.
See Roadside Service 0 367.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Interior Mirrors

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 35
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 39
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 47
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Rear Window Sunshade . . . . . . . 50
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Doors
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 43
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 44
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Keys and Locks

Keys

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Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter.
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To remove the key, press the button on the side of the transmitter near the bottom, and pull the key out. Never pull the key out without pressing the button.
See your dealer if a new key is needed.
Contact Roadside Service if locked out of the vehicle. See Roadside Service 0 367.
With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 377.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement 0 374.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range:
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Check the distance. The
This key, inside the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, is used for the driver door, and rear folding seats.
transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
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Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
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Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.
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If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless Access Operation” later in this section.
The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Keep in mind that other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the transmitter.
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