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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 1-4

Vehicle Features ..... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-15

Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 1-21

Seats and Restraint System . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . 2-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-11

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 2-31

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 2-54

Restraint System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-70

Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . 3-1

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 3-3

Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 3-9

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . 3-14

Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 3-35

Object Detection Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . 3-38

Universal Home Remote System . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 3-47

Storage Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . . 3-54

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 3-56

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Instrument Panel Overview .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4-3

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . 4-44

Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-59

Audio System(s) . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 4-86

Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . ... 5-24

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Service and Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 6-3

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 6-5

Checking Things Under the Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-43

Bulb Replacement . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 6-46

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 6-46

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-48

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-94

Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 6-102

Electrical System . .... . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-103

Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . 6-112

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . 7-1

Maintenance Schedule . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Customer Assistance and Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . 8-14

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1

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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, and DTS 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. 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 Limited” for Cadillac Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.

Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian 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 P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

1-800-551-4123

Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française

www.helminc.com

Index

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.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20934783 A First Printing

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Safety Warnings and Symbols

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.

Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty.

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.”

Vehicle 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 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.

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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

$ : 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

j : LATCH System Child Restraints

* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure

g : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors } : Power

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Safety Belt Reminders

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid

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Section 1 In Brief

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Door Locks . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Trunk Release . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 1-5

Windows . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Seat Adjustment . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 1-6

Memory Features . .... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-9

Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Safety Belt . ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . 1-10

Sensing System for Passenger Airbag . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Mirror Adjustment . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. 1-12

Interior Lighting . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-13

Exterior Lighting . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 1-13

Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-15

Radio(s) . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Satellite Radio . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-17

Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Bluetooth

. . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1-18

Navigation System . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 1-19

Cruise Control . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-20

Power Outlets . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1-20

Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

StabiliTrak

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-21

Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Roadside Service . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . 1-23

OnStar

. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23

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Console-Shift Model shown, Column-Shift Model similar

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A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑40.

B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See

Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑59.

C. Exterior Lamps on page 4‑25.

D. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑45.

E. Horn on page 4‑3.

F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑114.

G. Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA)

on page 3‑38

Adaptive Cruise Control

on page 4‑14

(If Equipped).

H. Analog Clock on page 4‑34.

I. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4‑3.

J. Audio System(s) on page 4‑86.

K. Trunk Release Button. See Trunk on page 3‑12.

L. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑30.

M. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 3‑45.

N. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑5.

Windshield Wipers on page 4‑10.

O. Hood Release on page 6‑13.

P. Parking Brake on page 3‑29.

Q. Data Link Connector (DLC). See Malfunction

Indicator Lamp on page 4‑54.

R. Heated Steering Wheel

on page 4‑4

(If Equipped).

S. Cruise Control

Adaptive Cruise Control

on page 4‑12

(If Equipped).

on page 4‑14

(If Equipped).

T. Tilt Wheel

on page 4‑3

Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column on page 4‑4

(If Equipped).

U. Dual Climate Control System on page 4‑34.

V. Traction Control System Button (Console-Shift

Vehicles). See Traction Control System (TCS)

page 5‑6

W. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation

on page 3‑26

X. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑33.

Y. Glove Box

on page 3‑54

Valet Lockout Switch on page 3‑18.

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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

The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle.

Press K to unlock the driver door.

Press

K again within

five seconds to unlock all remaining doors.

Q to lock all doors.

Press

Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.

Press and hold open the trunk.

Press

L and release to locate the vehicle. L and hold for more than two seconds to sound

Press the panic alarm.

L again to cancel the panic alarm.

Press

See Keys (RKE) System Operation on page 3‑4.

V for approximately one second to

on page 3‑3

and Remote Keyless Entry

Remote Vehicle Start

With this feature the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.

Starting the Vehicle

1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.

2. Press

3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and

hold

/ until the turn signal lamps flash.

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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.

Canceling a Remote Start

To cancel a remote start:

Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the ignition on and then back off.

See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3‑7.

/ until the parking lamps turn off.

Door Locks

From the outside, unlock the door using either the key or the RKE transmitter.

From the inside, use the power door lock switches or manual lock knobs located at the top of the door panel near the window.

Power Door Locks

On vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the front doors.

" (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. Q (Lock): Remove the key from the ignition and press

to lock the doors.

For more information, see:

Door Locks on page 3‑9.

Power Door Locks on page 3‑10.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3‑4

Trunk Release

In addition to the trunk release button on the RKE transmitter, there is a remote release

located to the left of the steering wheel, next to the instrument panel brightness control. Press to open the trunk.

See Trunk on page 3‑12.

V button

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Windows

Seat Adjustment

Power Seats

The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the seat.

On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on the driver door armrest. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window.

Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it.

For more information, see Power Windows

page 3‑15

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Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the control forward or rearward.

Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down.

See Power Seats on page 2‑3.

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Power Reclining Seatbacks

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat.

Power Lumbar Adjustment

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat.

To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control forward or rearward.

See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑8.

Press the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support.

See Power Lumbar on page 2‑4.

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Memory Features

On vehicles with the memory feature, the controls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and the steering wheel position, if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature.

Storing Memory Positions

To save into memory:

1. Adjust the driver seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, and the steering column.

2. Press and hold “1” until two beeps sound.

3. Repeat for a second driver position using “2.”

To recall the memory positions, press and release “1” or “2.” The vehicle must be in P (Park). A single beep will sound. The seat, outside mirrors, and steering wheel will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver.

See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel

page 2‑6

for more information.

Easy Exit Driver Seat

The easy exit driver seat feature can move the seat rearward and the power steering column, if equipped, up and forward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle.

S : Press to recall the easy exit seat position. The

vehicle must be in P (Park).

A single beep sounds. The driver seat will move back, and if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature, the power telescopic steering column will move up and forward.

See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel

page 2‑6

under DIC Vehicle Customization more information.

and “Easy Exit Recall” and “Easy Exit Setup”

on page 4‑77

for

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Heated and Ventilated Seats

On vehicles with heated and ventilated seats, the buttons are on the front doors. The ignition must be on to use this feature.

J : Press to heat the seat and seatback. I : Press to heat the seatback. H : Press to cool the seat and seatback.

For more information see Heated and Ventilated Seats on page 2‑5

Head Restraint Adjustment

The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.

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.

For more information see Head Restraints

page 2‑2

and Power Seats on page 2‑3.

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Safety Belt

Sensing System for Passenger Airbag

The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat‐mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags and roof‐rail airbags are not affected by this.

The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started.

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly.

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2‑11.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2‑15.

Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑24.

Lap Belt on page 2‑29.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2‑41

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United States Canada

See Passenger Sensing System important information.

on page 2‑64

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Mirror Adjustment

Exterior Mirrors

Controls for the outside power folding mirrors are located on the driver door armrest.

Press the selector switch (A) or (B) to choose either the left or right outside mirror. Then press the control pad to move the mirror to the desired direction.

To fold the mirrors:

Press the selector switch (C) to fold the mirrors out, then press (D) to fold the mirror toward the vehicle.

The vehicle may also have an automatic dimming feature on the driver side mirror that adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the automatic dimming inside rearview mirror.

For more information, see:

Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors on page 3‑36

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 3‑35

Interior Mirror

The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started.

See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 3‑35.

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Steering Wheel Adjustment

This feature allows the position of the steering wheel to be adjusted.

The adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering column.

1. Pull the lever to move the steering wheel up or down.

2. Release the lever to lock the wheel in place.

For vehicles with a power tilt wheel control:

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.

See Tilt Wheel

on page 4‑3

and Telescopic Steering Column

or Power Tilt Wheel

on page 4‑4

(If Equipped).

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Interior Lighting

Courtesy Lamps

The courtesy lamps are located on the headliner above the rear seat. These lamps come on by turning the instrument panel brightness knob fully clockwise or when any door is opened and it is dark outside.

Reading Lamps

The reading lamps are located on the overhead console on the headliner and in the rear door opening. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened and it is dark outside.

For manual operation, press the button to turn them 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:

Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑30.

Entry Lighting on page 4‑30.

Parade Dimming on page 4‑31.

Footwell Lamps on page 4‑31.

Exterior Lighting

This control is located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel.

P: Turns off the exterior lamps, except Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).

AUTO: Automatic operation of the headlamps at normal brightness, other exterior lamps and IntelliBeam

;: Manual operation of the parking lamps and other exterior lamps.

2: Manual operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps.

# : Press to turn on the fog lamps.

For more information, see:

Exterior Lamps on page 4‑25.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 4‑28.

Fog Lamps on page 4‑29.

Wiper Activated Headlamps on page 4‑28.

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Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper lever is located on the left side of the steering column.

8: Use for a single wiping cycle.

6 : Delays wiping cycle.

6: Slow wipes. 1: Fast wipes.

9: Turns the wipers off.

J : Press and release this paddle, located at the top

of the turn signal/multifunction lever, to spray washer fluid on the windshield.

See Windshield Wipers

Washer on page 4‑11.

on page 4‑10

and Windshield

Climate Controls

Dual Climate Control System

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Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

Dual Climate Control System for Vehicles with Rear

A. Fan Control

B. Display

C. Air Delivery Mode

Control

D. Driver and Passenger

Temperature Controls

E. Air Conditioning

See Dual Climate Control System vehicles with rear climate control, see Rear Climate Control System on page 4‑40.

Climate Control

F. Outside Air or AUX

G. Air Recirculation

H. PASS (Passenger

Climate Control)

I. Rear Window

Defogger

on page 4‑34

. For

Radio with CD

O : Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to

increase or decrease the volume.

BAND: Press to switch between AM, FM, or XM™. The selection displays.

a : Turn to select radio stations. © SEEK ¨ : Press to seek or scan stations.

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4 (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, MP3/WMA, and RDS

Features): Press this button to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station, or MP3/WMA song. When information is not available, No Info displays.

For more information about these and other radio features, see Audio System(s) on page 4‑86.

Storing a Favorite Station

For vehicles with an XM radio, a maximum of 36 stations can be stored as favorites using the six softkeys located below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio FAV button. Press FAV 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 XM stations.

See Radio(s) on page 4‑90.

Setting the Clock

The vehicle has an analog clock as well as the digital radio clock. At the time of new vehicle delivery, the digital radio clock display should be disabled. To use the digital radio clock and the analog clock, see detailed instructions in Setting the Clock specific audio system.

on page 4‑87

for your

The radio clock and analog clock are not synchronized. Occasionally you might need to set the digital radio clock using the procedure below to synchronize both clocks.

Enabling/Disabling the Digital Radio Clock (Single CD Player)

1. Turn the radio on.

2. Press the menus appear.

3. Press the pushbutton located under the forward arrow tab until the menu for default clock and date settings appear.

4. Press the pushbutton located under the currently displayed status of either ON or OFF. The ON display indicates the radio clock display is disabled and the OFF display indicates the radio clock display is enabled. Press this pushbutton to toggle the radio clock display on or off.

H button until the clock and date setting

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Setting the Time and Date (Single CD Player)

1. Turn the radio on.

2. Press

3. Press the pushbutton located below any one of the

4. Increase or decrease the time or date by

H and HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour,

minute, month, day, and year) displays.

tabs that you want to change.

turning

a clockwise or counterclockwise.

Satellite Radio

XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound.

A fee is required to receive the XM service.

For more information, refer to:

www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.)

www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada)

See “XM Satellite Radio Service” under Radio(s)

page 4‑90

Portable Audio Devices

This vehicle may have an auxiliary input, located on the audio faceplate. External devices such as iPod computers, MP3 players, CD changers, etc. can be connected to the auxiliary port using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack.

See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack” under Radio(s)

page 4‑90

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Steering Wheel Controls

If equipped, these controls are located on the right side of the steering wheel.

w : Press to go to the next radio station stored as a

favorite, or the next track if a CD/DVD is playing.

b g : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press

again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer than two seconds to interact with OnStar systems.

e − e : Increases or decreases volume.

c x : Press to go to the previous radio station stored

as a favorite, the next track if a CD/DVD is playing, to reject an incoming call, or end a current call.

SRCE : Press to switch between the radio, CD, and for vehicles with, DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary.

or Bluetooth

¨ : Press seek the next radio station, or to select tracks

on a CD or DVD.

For more information, see Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑114.

Bluetooth

For vehicles with an in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle’s audio system and controls.

The Bluetooth enabled cell 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. For more information visit www.gm.com/bluetooth.

For more information, see Bluetooth

on page 4‑107.

Navigation System

The vehicle's navigation system (if equipped) 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 (POI), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more.

See the Navigation System manual for more information.

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Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems and enables access to the personalization menu.

The DIC buttons are located on the instrument panel to the left of 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 DIC Vehicle Customization for more information.

on page 4‑77

V : Press to reset certain DIC features and to

acknowledge DIC warning messages and clear them from the DIC display.

y z : Press to scroll up and down the menu items.

For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑59.

Vehicle Customization

Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the DIC buttons on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. These features include:

Language

Door Lock and Unlock Settings

Lighting

Chime Volume

Memory Settings

See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4‑77.

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Cruise Control

The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel.

I : Press to turn the cruise control system on or off.

+ RES: Press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or press and hold to accelerate.

SET– : Press to set the speed and activate cruise control or make the vehicle decelerate.

[ (Cancel): Press to disengage cruise control without

erasing the set speed from memory.

For more information, see Cruise Control

page 4‑12

see Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑14.

. For vehicles with adaptive cruise control,

Power Outlets

The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.

If the vehicle has a center console, the power outlet is located inside the lower storage area. Some vehicles may have an outlet on the right front lower part of the driver's seat and under the climate control system next to the ashtray.

There are two accessory power outlets in the rear seat area located on the door armrests next to the ashtrays.

Remove the cover to access and replace when not in use.

See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑33.

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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.

To turn off traction control, press and release i in front of the shift lever.

appropriate DIC message is displayed. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑65.

Press and release the button again to turn on traction control.

For more information, see Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5‑6.

StabiliTrak®System

The vehicle may have the StabiliTrak system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. The system cannot be turned off.

For more information, see StabiliTrak

page 5‑6

F illuminates and the

System

Tire Pressure Monitor

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

The TPMS warming light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicles tires.

If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the tire loading information label. See

Loading the Vehicle

will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.

During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. 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. It is the driver ’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures.

See Tire Pressure Monitor System

Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6‑61.

on page 5‑18

. The warning light

on page 6‑60

and

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Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit

This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used to seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire.

See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit

on page 6‑75

complete operating information.

If the vehicle came with a jack and spare tire, see Changing a Flat Tire on page 6‑83.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message when it is necessary 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. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine off.

2. Press the DIC INFO button until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays.

3. Press and hold the DIC INFO RESET button until 100% displays.

4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.

See Engine Oil Life System on page 6‑18.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.

Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.

for

Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.

Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.

When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control, if equipped.

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.

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Roadside Service

U.S. or Canada: 1-800-882-1112

TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438

As the owner of a new Cadillac, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program which is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to give minor repair information or make towing arrangements.

For more information see Roadside Service

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Roadside Service and OnStar

If you have a current OnStar subscription, press

Q button and the current GPS location will be sent

the to an OnStar Advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Service, and relay exact location to get you the help you need.

Online Owner Center

The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges and more.

OnStar

For vehicles with an active OnStar subscription, OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.

Automatic Crash Response

In a crash, built‐in sensors can automatically alert an OnStar advisor who is immediately connected to the vehicle to see if you need help.

How OnStar Service Works

: Push this blue button to connect to a specially

trained OnStar advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions.

] : Push this red emergency button to get priority help

from specially trained OnStar emergency advisors.

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X : Push this button for hands‐free, voice‐activated

calling and to give voice commands for Hands‐Free Calling and Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation.

Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation, and Hands‐Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information, see the OnStar Owner's Guide; visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada); contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827)

or TTY 1‐877‐248‐2080; or press OnStar advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the glove box.

OnStar service is subject to the OnStar terms and conditions included in the OnStar Subscriber Information.

Q to speak with an

OnStar service requires wireless communication networks and the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles at all times.

OnStar service can’t work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar's service. Service involving location information about your vehicle can’t work unless GPS signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar hardware. The vehicle has to have a working electrical system and adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate. OnStar service may not work if the OnStar equipment isn’t properly installed or you haven’t maintained it and your vehicle is in good working order and in compliance with all government regulations. If you try to add, connect, or modify any equipment or software in your vehicle, OnStar service may not work. Other problems OnStar can’t control may prevent service to you, such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of your vehicle, damage to important parts of your vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone network congestion or jamming.

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