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Cadillac 2011 STS Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2011 cadillac sts owner manual m in brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 initial drive information . ...

  • Page 2

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2011 cadillac sts owner manual m bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-47 windshield replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 windshield wiper blade replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 6...

  • Page 3: Canadian Owners

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 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 sts are trademarks and/or service marks of genera...

  • Page 4: Warning:

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 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. Warnin...

  • Page 5

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 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 : au...

  • Page 6: Notes

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2 notes vi.

  • Page 7: Section 1

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 1 in brief instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 initial drive information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 8: Instrument Panel

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 instrument panel 1-2.

  • Page 9

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 a. Outlet adjustment on page 4‑48. B. Instrument panel brightness on page 4‑35. Dic operation and displays on page 4‑70. Head-up display (hud) on page 4‑38 (if equipped). C. Turn signal/multifunction lever on page 4‑4. Headlamps on page 4‑27. Cruise...

  • Page 10: Initial Drive Information

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 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 owne...

  • Page 11: Door Locks

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 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-mi...

  • Page 12: Trunk

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 trunk trunk lid release there are three ways to open the trunk lid. . Press the v button located on the driver door. . Press v on the keyless access transmitter. . Squeeze the trunk release button located on the rear of the trunk lid above the licen...

  • Page 13: Seat Adjustment

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 seat adjustment power seats the power seat controls are on the outboard side of the seat(s). Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the control (a) forward or rearward. Raise or lower the front or rear of the seat cushion by moving the front or...

  • Page 14: Memory Features

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 memory features if the vehicle has the memory feature, you can program and recall memory settings for the following features for up to two drivers: . The driver seat . The outside rearview mirrors . The power tilt wheel and telescopic steering colum...

  • Page 15: Heated Seats (Rear)

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 heated seats (rear) if the vehicle has this feature, the controls are on the rear of the center console. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to...

  • Page 16: Safety Belt

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 safety belt refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly. . Safety belts: they are for everyone on page 2‑14. . How to wear safety belts properly on page 2‑19. . Lap-shoulder belt on page 2‑28. . Low...

  • Page 17: Mirror Adjustment

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 mirror adjustment exterior mirrors controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door. 1. Move the selector switch left or right to choose the driver side or passenger side mirror. 2. Press one of the four arrows located on the c...

  • Page 18: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 steering wheel adjustment the power tilt and telescope wheel control is located on the left side of the steering column. To adjust the steering wheel: . Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. . Push the control forward o...

  • Page 19: Exterior Lighting

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 exterior lighting the exterior lamp control is located in the middle of the turn signal/multifunction lever. O: turn the control with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has four positions: o : turns off all l...

  • Page 20: Windshield Wiper/washer

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 windshield wiper/washer the windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the steering column. Move the lever to select the wiper speed: 7 : single wipe, move to 7 and then release it. The lever will return to its original position. For several wi...

  • Page 21: Climate Controls

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 climate controls the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled for the vehicle with this system. Vehicles with heated and ventilated seats shown, vehicles without similar a. Driver and passenger side power buttons b. Ventilated seat c. Au...

  • Page 22: Vehicle Features

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2. Press the shift lever forward to upshift or rearward to downshift. See automatic transmission operation on page 3‑30. Vehicle features radio(s) radio with cd o : press to turn the system on and off. N : turn to increase or to decrease the volume...

  • Page 23: Satellite Radio

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 setting the clock to adjust the time: 1. Press w , located on the radio, to enter the main menu. 2. Turn w until set clock displays. 3. Press w to select set clock. 4. Turn w to adjust the time. 5. Press w to update the time and vehicle time update...

  • Page 24: Steering Wheel Controls

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 steering wheel controls the vehicle has audio steering wheel controls and they could differ depending on the vehicle’s options. ¨ seek © : press to go to the next or previous radio station or track on a cd. Srce: press to select between am, fm, xm™...

  • Page 25

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 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. Without head-up display (hud) with head-up display (hud) the dic buttons are located on the instr...

  • Page 26: Vehicle Personalization

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 vehicle personalization some vehicle features can be programmed by using the buttons on the remote keyless access transmitter and the buttons on the audio system. The features that can be programmed include: . Driver greeting . Key fob reminder . R...

  • Page 27: Power Outlets

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 power outlets accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cellphone or mp3 player. The vehicle has one outlet in front of the center console, one in the center console lid and there may be an additional outlet in ...

  • Page 28: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 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...

  • Page 29: Roadside Service

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 resetting the oil life system 1. Press the up or down arrow to scroll the dic to show oil life. 2. Once the xxx% engine oil life menu item is highlighted, press and hold the reset button until the percentage shows 100%. If the percentage does not r...

  • Page 30: Onstar

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 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. Sign up today at: www.Cadillacownercenter.Com (u.S.) or www.G...

  • Page 31

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 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...

  • Page 32: Notes

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2 notes 1-26.

  • Page 33: Section 2

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 2 seats and restraint system front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 power seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 power lumbar . . . . . . ....

  • Page 34: Front Seats

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 front seats power seats the power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the seats. To adjust the seat: . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the horizontal control forward or rearward. . Raise or lower the front part of the seat...

  • Page 35: Power Lumbar

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 power lumbar the power lumbar control is on the outboard sides of the front seats. To increase or decrease support, press and hold the front or rear of the control. To raise or lower the position of the lumbar support, press and hold the top or bott...

  • Page 36: Heated Seats

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 heated seats { warning: if you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especi...

  • Page 37: Warning:

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 heated and ventilated seats { warning: if you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. See the warning under heated seats on page 2‑4. On vehicles with this feature, the buttons ar...

  • Page 38

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 for vehicles with the base audio system, memory features are programmed and recalled through the radio from the driver selection and the driver exit settings submenus. See “entering the driver selection submenu” and “entering the driver exit setting...

  • Page 39

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driver selection submenu items driver 1/driver 2 the numbers on the back of each keyless access transmitter correspond to driver 1 and driver 2. If you would like to recall or store driver settings for the driver that does not correspond to the numb...

  • Page 40

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 store driver settings to store driver settings: 1. Adjust your settings for the driver seat, the outside rearview mirrors, and the steering column to a comfortable driving position. 2. Enter the memory programming mode for your driver settings by fo...

  • Page 41

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driver exit settings submenu items recall exit settings to recall exit settings: 1. Enter the memory programming mode for your exit settings by following the instructions listed previously under “entering the driver exit settings submenu.” 2. From t...

  • Page 42: Power Reclining Seatbacks

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 power reclining seatbacks { warning: you can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driv...

  • Page 43: Warning:

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your bo...

  • Page 44: Head Restraints

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 head restraints the vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. { warning: with head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/s...

  • Page 45

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and...

  • Page 46: Rear Seats

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 rear seats heated seats { warning: if you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. See the warning under heated seats on page 2‑4. If the vehicle has this feature, the controls ar...

  • Page 47: Warning: (Continued)

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 warning: (continued) injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle. You and your passenger(s) can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be, if you are buckled up. ...

  • Page 48

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 why safety belts work when you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it. 2-16.

  • Page 49

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 2-17.

  • Page 50

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 or the instrument panel... Or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. 2...

  • Page 51

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 questions and answers about safety belts q: will i be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if i am wearing a safety belt? A: you could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an acciden...

  • Page 52

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 occupants who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. First, before you or your passenger(s) wear a safety belt, there is important information you shou...

  • Page 53: Warning:

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 q: what is wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way. { warning: you can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase ...

  • Page 54: Warning:

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 q: what is wrong with this? A: the lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. { warning: you can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on you...

  • Page 55: Warning:

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is buckled in the wrong buckle. { warning: you can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there...

  • Page 56: Warning:

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is over an armrest. { warning: you can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be...

  • Page 57: Warning:

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 q: what is wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. { warning: you can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far...

  • Page 58: Warning:

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is behind the body. { warning: you can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward in...

  • Page 59: Warning:

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is twisted across the body. { warning: you can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight...

  • Page 60: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 lap-shoulder belt all seating positions in your vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “seats” in the index. 2. ...

  • Page 61

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. 6. This safety belt has a feature that will reduce the...

  • Page 62

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 shoulder belt height adjuster your vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger position. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be...

  • Page 63

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 rear safety belt comfort guides this vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for som...

  • Page 64: Warning:

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. { warning: a safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt...

  • Page 65

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 4. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as described previously in this section. Make sure the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. To remove ...

  • Page 66: Safety Belt Extender

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing th...

  • Page 67

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, try using the rear safety belt comfort guide. See “rear safety belt comfort guides” under lap-shoulder belt on page 2‑28 for more information. If ...

  • Page 68: Warning:

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 in a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use safety belts properly. { warning: never do this. Never allow two children to wear the same safet...

  • Page 69: Warning:

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the sho...

  • Page 70: Warning:

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 infants and young children everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, t...

  • Page 71: Warning:

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear...

  • Page 72: Warning:

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 q: what are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle's owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the c...

  • Page 73: Warning:

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: a young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body...

  • Page 74: Warning:

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 a booster seat (c-d) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. Securing an add-on child restraint in the vehicle { warning: a child can be serio...

  • Page 75: Warning:

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not av...

  • Page 76: Warning:

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 a label on the sun visor says, “never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front.” this is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { warning: a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injure...

  • Page 77: Children (Latch)

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint, you may not be able to access adjacent safety belt assemblies or latch anchors for additional passengers or child restraints. Adjacent seating positions should no...

  • Page 78

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 lower anchors lower anchors (a) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each latch seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (b). Top tether anchor a top tether (a, c) anchors the...

  • Page 79

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether...

  • Page 80: Warning:

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the top tether anchors are located under covers on the rear seatback filler panel. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Do not secure a child restraint in...

  • Page 81: Warning:

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injure...

  • Page 82

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2. 1. Find the top tether...

  • Page 83: In A Rear Seat Position

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts. 3. Before placing a child in th...

  • Page 84

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read where to put the restraint on page 2‑43. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehic...

  • Page 85: Right Front Seat Position

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be ...

  • Page 86: Warning:

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 a label on the sun visor says, “never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” this is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { warning: a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or ...

  • Page 87

    Black plate (55,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 in canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the ...

  • Page 88

    Black plate (56,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder p...

  • Page 89: Airbag System

    Black plate (57,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side‐to‐side and back‐and‐forth. When the child restraint is properly insta...

  • Page 90: Warning:

    Black plate (58,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { warning: you can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but ...

  • Page 91: Warning:

    Black plate (59,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neithe...

  • Page 92

    Black plate (60,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. Driver side shown, passenger side similar the seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks ...

  • Page 93: Warning:

    Black plate (61,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driver side shown, passenger side similar the roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows. { warning: if something is between an occupant and an airbag, the a...

  • Page 94

    Black plate (62,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when should an airbag inflate? Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver's or right front passenger's head and chest. However,...

  • Page 95

    Black plate (63,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal impacts, near-frontal impacts, rollovers, or rear impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag is intended to deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck. ...

  • Page 96: Inflates?

    Black plate (64,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 what will you see after an airbag inflates? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least p...

  • Page 97: Warning:

    Black plate (65,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: a crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle, such as the fuel system, brake and steering systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate crash, there may...

  • Page 98: Passenger Sensing System

    Black plate (66,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 passenger sensing system the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when you start the vehicle. United states canada the words on ...

  • Page 99: Warning:

    Black plate (67,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in...

  • Page 100

    Black plate (68,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make sure that the vehicle's seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion. If this happens, slightly recline the ve...

  • Page 101: Warning:

    Black plate (69,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “safety belts” and “child restraints” in the index for additional ...

  • Page 102: Warning:

    Black plate (70,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 we recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment other than any that gm has approved for your specific vehicle. See adding equipment to your airbag-equipped vehicle on page 2‑71 for more information about modifications that ...

  • Page 103: Adding Equipment To Your

    Black plate (71,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 adding equipment to your airbag-equipped vehicle q: is there anything i might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: yes. If you add things that change your vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, f...

  • Page 104: Restraint System Check

    Black plate (72,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 restraint system check checking the restraint systems safety belts now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damage...

  • Page 105: After A Crash

    Black plate (73,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 replacing restraint system parts after a crash { warning: a crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To he...

  • Page 106: Notes

    Black plate (74,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2 notes 2-74.

  • Page 107: Section 3

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 3 features and controls keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 keyless access system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 keyless access system operation . . ...

  • Page 108: Section 3

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 3 features and controls object detection systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41 ultrasonic rear parking assist (urpa) . . . . . . . . 3-41 side blind zone alert (sbza) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44 lane departu...

  • Page 109: Keys

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 keys { warning: leaving children in a vehicle with the keyless access transmitter is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicl...

  • Page 110: Keyless Access System

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the key located inside the keyless access transmitter can be used for all locks. Press the button (a) near the bottom of the keyless access transmitter to remove the key. Never pull the key without pressing the button. Your vehicle has a keyless acc...

  • Page 111

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if there is a decrease in the rke operating range, try this: . Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. Stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. . Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signa...

  • Page 112

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See keyless access system on page 3‑4. Q (lock): press once to lock the doors. The light on the front doors comes on and the turn signals flash. If q is pressed twice, the horn will als...

  • Page 113

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 programming transmitters to the vehicle only keyless access transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. The vehicle can be reprogrammed so ...

  • Page 114

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 7. A beep sounds once programming in complete. The dic displays ready for 3 or 4, or max # fobs learned. 8. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press k twice on each newly programmed transmitter to complete the process. 9. To prog...

  • Page 115

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 7. The dic reads wait 10 minutes and counts down to zero. 8. The dic displays off/acc to learn again. 9. Press acc. On the ignition switch. 10. Steps 7, 8 and 9 will be repeated two more times. 11. A beep sounds and the dic reads ready for fob 1. Al...

  • Page 116: Remote Vehicle Start

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 battery replacement notice: when replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter. 1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object inserted into the slot on the sid...

  • Page 117

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 3. If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat these steps, while the engine is still running, to extend the engine running time by 10 minutes. Remote start can be extended one time. If the vehicle is left running it w...

  • Page 118: Doors And Locks

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the remote start feature will not operate if any of the following occur: . The check engine light is displayed. See “check engine light” under malfunction indicator lamp on page 4‑62. . The valet lockout switch is on. . The keyless access transmitt...

  • Page 119: Warning: (Continued)

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 warning: (continued) . Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening. There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside: ....

  • Page 120: Locks

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 programmable automatic door locks the vehicle was programmed so when the doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of p (park), all the doors will lock. The front doors can still be opened from the inside while the door...

  • Page 121: Lockout Protection

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 lockout protection the vehicle can be programmed to sound the horn three times and unlock the driver's door when all doors are closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the interior of the vehicle. When the driver's door is reopened, ...

  • Page 122

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 trunk lid release there are three ways to open the trunk lid. . V (trunk lid release): press this button located on the driver's door. The vehicle must be in p (park) or n (neutral) and the valet mode turned off. To disable valet mode, see valet lo...

  • Page 123

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 rear seat pass-through door to open the door: 1. Pull the rear seat armrest down. 2. If the door is locked, insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise. 3. Press the button above the lock and lower the door. To open the trunk lid, pul...

  • Page 124: Windows

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 windows { warning: leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless ...

  • Page 125: Power Windows

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 power windows { warning: leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The ...

  • Page 126

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 express-down/up window any window can be lowered or raised all the way without holding the switch. Press the front of the window switch to the second position and release to activate the express-down feature. To stop the window, briefly pull up the...

  • Page 127: Warning:

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 express window anti‐pinch override { warning: if express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before you use express override, make sure that all people an...

  • Page 128: Theft-Deterrent Systems

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 theft-deterrent systems this vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they do not make it impossible to steal. Theft-deterrent system your vehicle has a theft-deterrent alarm system. The security light is located on the instrument panel clust...

  • Page 129

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if a door, hood, or the trunk is opened without the keyless access transmitter, the horn will sound for 30 seconds and the lamps will flash for two minutes. The vehicle cannot be started without a keyless access transmitter. The theft-deterrent sys...

  • Page 130: Valet Lockout Switch

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 valet lockout switch the valet lockout switch is located inside the glove box. 9 (off): press to turn the lockout feature off and allow the trunk to be opened with either the keyless access transmitter or the trunk release button located on the dri...

  • Page 131: Vehicle

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if the vehicle does not start and the keyless access transmitter appears to be undamaged, try another keyless access transmitter. Or, place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket. See “no fobs detected” under dic warnings and messages on page 4‑...

  • Page 132: Ignition Positions

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 ignition positions the vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start. To shift out of p (park), the vehicle must be running or in accessory mode and the regular brake pedal must be applied. / (start): press to start the engine wi...

  • Page 133: Starting The Engine

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if the engine is off, press this button to turn on the accessory mode. Accessory active will display on the driver information center (dic). Accessory mode allows use of the audio system and windshield wipers. Accessory mode must be used if the veh...

  • Page 134

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2. When the engine begins cranking, let go of the button and the engine cranks automatically until it starts. If the battery in the keyless access transmitter is weak, the dic displays key fob battery low. You can still drive the vehicle. See “batt...

  • Page 135: Engine Coolant Heater

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 stopping the engine move the shift lever to p (park) and press the acc. Button located on the instrument panel. If the shifter is not in p (park), the engine shuts off and the vehicle goes into the accessory mode. The dic displays shift to park. On...

  • Page 136: Warning:

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the vehicle for the best advice on this. Automatic transmission operation there are several different positions fo...

  • Page 137: Warning:

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 notice: shifting to r (reverse) while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to r (reverse) only after the vehicle is stopped. R (reverse): use this gear to back ...

  • Page 138

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driver shift control (dsc) notice: if you drive the vehicle at a high rpm without upshifting while using driver shift control (dsc), you could damage the vehicle. Always upshift when necessary while using dsc. Driver shift control (dsc) allows you ...

  • Page 139: Parking Brake

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if shifting is prevented for any reason, the selected gear will flash multiple times, indicating that the transmission has not shifted gears. The transmission will allow you to shift to the gear selected and will automatically downshift when the ve...

  • Page 140: Shifting Into Park

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 shifting into park { warning: it can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in p (park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You...

  • Page 141: Shifting Out Of Park

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 torque lock torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle puts too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the transmission into p (park) is not done properly and then it is difficult to ...

  • Page 142: Engine Exhaust

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 engine exhaust { warning: engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to co can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: . The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (p...

  • Page 143: Warning: (Continued)

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 warning: (continued) death. Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation. For more information, see engine exhaust on page 3‑36. { warning: it can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission sh...

  • Page 144: Compass

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 compass compass operation press o to turn the compass on or off. When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the mirror displays the compass heading after a few seconds. Compass calibration if after few seconds, the display does not show a co...

  • Page 145: Outside Power Mirrors

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 3. Once the zone number displays, press o repeatedly until the correct zone number displays. Stop pressing the button and the mirror returns to normal operation. If c appears in the compass window, the compass may need calibration. See “compass cal...

  • Page 146: Park Tilt Mirrors

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 park tilt mirrors this feature assists the driver by improving rear obstacle detection and is useful in viewing the curb when parallel parking. The passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in r (reverse). T...

  • Page 147: Object Detection Systems

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 object detection systems ultrasonic rear parking assist (urpa) for vehicles with the urpa system, it operates at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h), and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects while in r (reverse). The sensors on the rear...

  • Page 148

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 how the system works urpa comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into r (reverse). The rear display briefly illuminates to indicate the system is working. Urpa operates only at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the vehicle is above ...

  • Page 149

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when the system does not seem to work properly if the urpa system will not activate due to a temporary condition a red light will be shown on the rear urpa display when the shift lever is moved into r (reverse). This occurs under the following cond...

  • Page 150: Warning:

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 side blind zone alert (sbza) the vehicle may have a side blind zone alert (sbza) system. Read this entire section before using the system. { warning: sbza is only a lane changing aid and does not replace driver vision. Sbza does not detect: . Vehic...

  • Page 151

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the sbza detection zones do not change if the vehicle is towing a trailer. So be extra careful when changing lanes while towing a trailer. How the system works left side mirror display right side mirror display when the vehicle is started, both out...

  • Page 152

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 sbza does not operate when the left or right corners of the rear bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see washing your vehicle on page 6‑109. If the dic still displays the side blin...

  • Page 153: Warning:

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 lane departure warning (ldw) if the vehicle has the ldw system. Read this entire section before using the system. { warning: the lane departure warning (ldw) system does not steer the vehicle and is only an aid to help you stay in your driving lane...

  • Page 154

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 how the system works ldw uses a camera located between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield to detect the lane markings. @ (lane departure warning): to turn ldw on or off, press the config hard key located on the navigation radio, then pre...

  • Page 155: Universal Home Remote

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 ldw error message service lane departure system: this message may appear in the dic to indicate that ldw is not working properly. If this message remains on after continued driving, the system needs service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. See dic...

  • Page 156

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in programming the transmitter. Be sure to keep the original remote contr...

  • Page 157

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “learn” or “smart” button. It can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit and may be a colored button. Press this butt...

  • Page 158

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 programming universal home remote — fixed code for questions or help programming the universal home remote system, call 1-866-572-2728 or go to learcar2u.Com. Most garage door openers sold before 1996 are fixed code units. Programming a garage door...

  • Page 159

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the hand held transmitter can have between eight to 12 dip switches depending on the brand of transmitter. The garage door opener receiver (motor head unit) could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the universal home ...

  • Page 160

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 example of eight dip switches with three positions the panel of switches might not appear exactly as they do in the examples above, but they should be similar. The switch positions on your hand-held transmitter could be labeled, as follows: . A swi...

  • Page 161

    Black plate (55,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 4. The indicator lights will blink slowly. Enter each switch setting from step 2 into your vehicle's universal home remote. You will have two and one-half minutes to complete step 4. Now press one button on the universal home remote for each switch...

  • Page 162: Storage Areas

    Black plate (56,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 using universal home remote press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Reprogramming universal home remote buttons any of the three buttons can be rep...

  • Page 163: Warning: (Continued)

    Black plate (57,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 warning: (continued) increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury. Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal. Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. . The original equipment f...

  • Page 164

    Black plate (58,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 vent open: to open the power sunroof to the vent position from the closed position, press and hold the passenger's side sunroof switch forward. The rear of the sunroof panel will tilt upward to the full vent position. The sunshade must be opened ma...

  • Page 165: Vehicle Personalization

    Black plate (59,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 vehicle personalization the vehicle has personalization that allows you to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two drivers. The back of the keyless access transmitters are labelled 1 or 2. Additional keyless access transmitter...

  • Page 166

    Black plate (60,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 3. Turn on the radio by pressing the power/ volume knob. 4. Press the cnfg radio button or the tune/select knob located on the right side of the radio to enter the radio's main menu. 5. Turn the tune/select knob and scroll to setup. 6. Press the tu...

  • Page 167

    Black plate (61,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 3. Press the tune/select knob to turn on the driver greeting feature. You will see a cursor on the screen. 4. Turn the tune/select knob until you reach the first letter you want; the letter will be highlighted. There is a complete alphabet with bot...

  • Page 168

    Black plate (62,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 key fob reminder this feature sounds the horn three times when the driver's door is closed and there is a keyless access transmitter left inside of the vehicle. This will only occur when the vehicle is off. Programmable modes mode 1: on (default) m...

  • Page 169

    Black plate (63,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 climate control: the climate control system will engage when the vehicle is started using the remote start feature. It will be at the same climate control setting that was last used by the driver using that keyless entry transmitter. Rear window de...

  • Page 170

    Black plate (64,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 start button recall if your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will have this feature. When this feature is turned on, you can recall any previously programmed seat, mirror, and steering column position when the start button on the igniti...

  • Page 171

    Black plate (65,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 auto exit column if your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will have this feature. When this feature is turned on, you can recall any previously programmed exit position for the steering column when the vehicle is off, the shift lever is...

  • Page 172

    Black plate (66,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 3. Press the tune/select knob to switch back and forth between on and off. When the mode is turned on, a check mark will appear next to the feature name. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the in...

  • Page 173

    Black plate (67,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 ext. (exterior) lights at unlock this feature turns on the exterior lamps when the keyless access transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle. The lamps will remain on for about 20 seconds unless a door is opened, the ignition is in accessory, on, or...

  • Page 174

    Black plate (68,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 twilight delay this feature allows you to set the amount of time you want the exterior lamps to remain on after you exit the vehicle. Programmable modes mode 1: 0:00 seconds (off) mode 2: 0:05 seconds (default) mode 3: 0:15 seconds mode 4: 0:30 sec...

  • Page 175

    Black plate (69,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driver unlock at off this feature allows the driver's door to automatically unlock when the ignition is turned off. Programmable modes mode 1: on mode 2: off (default) to program the vehicle to a different mode: 1. Enter the personal settings menu ...

  • Page 176

    Black plate (70,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driver unlock in park the feature allows the driver's door to automatically unlock when the transmission is shifted into p (park). Programmable modes mode 1: on mode 2: off (default) to program the vehicle to a different mode: 1. Enter the personal...

  • Page 177

    Black plate (71,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 keyless ft (front) door unlock this feature automatically unlocks the appropriate front door when you approach the vehicle with the keyless access transmitter and pull the respective door handle. See door locks on page 3‑12 for more information. Pr...

  • Page 178

    Black plate (72,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 lock delay this feature delays the locking of the vehicle's doors for eight seconds after a power door lock switch or the lock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed. The eight second delay occurs after the last door is closed. If the ...

  • Page 179

    Black plate (73,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 programmable modes mode 1: on mode 2: off (default) to program the vehicle to a different mode: 1. Enter the personal settings menu by following the instructions listed previously under “entering the personal settings menu.” 2. Turn the tune/select...

  • Page 180

    Black plate (74,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 chime volume high this feature allows you to adjust the volume level of the vehicle's warning chimes. The chime volume cannot be turned off, only adjusted. Programmable modes mode 1: normal (default) mode 2: high to program the vehicle to a differe...

  • Page 181: Wheel

    Black plate (75,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle by pressing the f6 (back) button, located on the radio, to return t...

  • Page 182

    Black plate (76,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 for vehicles with the base audio system, memory features are programmed and recalled through the radio from the driver selection and the driver exit settings submenus. See “entering the driver selection submenu” and “entering the driver exit settin...

  • Page 183

    Black plate (77,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driver selection submenu items driver 1/driver 2 the numbers on the back of each keyless access transmitter correspond to driver 1 and driver 2. If you would like to recall or store driver settings for the driver that does not correspond to the num...

  • Page 184

    Black plate (78,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 store driver settings to store driver settings: 1. Adjust your settings for the driver seat, the outside rearview mirrors, and the steering column to a comfortable driving position. 2. Enter the memory programming mode for your driver settings by f...

  • Page 185

    Black plate (79,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driver exit settings submenu items recall exit settings to recall exit settings: 1. Enter the memory programming mode for your exit settings by following the instructions listed previously under “entering the driver exit settings submenu.” 2. From ...

  • Page 186: Notes

    Black plate (80,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2 notes 3-80

  • Page 187: Section 4

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 4 instrument panel instrument panel overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 188: Section 4

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 4 instrument panel engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . 4-61 tire pressure light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-62 malfunction indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-62 oil press...

  • Page 190: Heated Steering Wheel

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 heated steering wheel for vehicles with a heated steering wheel, the button for this feature is located on the steering wheel. ( : press to turn the heated steering wheel on or off. A light on the button displays when the feature is turned on. The s...

  • Page 191

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the lever returns to its starting position when it is released. If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Have the bulbs replaced. If the bulb is not burned out, check th...

  • Page 192: System

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 forward collision alert (fca) system for vehicles with this feature, read the following section before using it. This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with part 15 of the federal communications commission (fcc) rules...

  • Page 193: Warning:

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the forward collision alert (fca) controls are located on the end of the multifunction lever. 9 (off): turns the system off. R (on): turns the system on. The head-up display must be on and properly adjusted. If the hud is not on, fca will not be ena...

  • Page 194: Warning:

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 warning the driver the alert symbol will flash on the hud and a warning beep will sound when driver action may be required. The driver warning is active when: . You are approaching a vehicle too quickly. . You are following a vehicle ahead much too ...

  • Page 195: Flash-to-Pass

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 unnecessary warnings fca may occasionally provide an unnecessary warning to guard rails, signs, and other stationary objects. This is normal operation, your vehicle does not need service. Other messages there are three messages that may appear on th...

  • Page 196: Windshield Wipers

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 windshield wipers the windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the steering column. Move the lever to select the wiper speed: 7 (mist): single wipe, move to 7 and then release it. The lever will return to its original position. For several wi...

  • Page 197: Windshield Washer

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 windshield washer the windshield washer button is located at the end of the windshield wiper lever on the right side of the steering column. K (washer fluid): press and hold to spray windshield washer fluid on the windshield. The washer will spray ...

  • Page 198: Cruise Control

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 cruise control with cruise control, a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km/h (25 mph). If the brakes are applied, the cruise...

  • Page 199

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 t (set/decrease): press to set the speed or to decrease the speed when cruise is already active. [ (cancel): press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. Setting cruise control if the cruise button is on when not in ...

  • Page 200

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 increasing speed while using cruise control if the cruise control system is already activated, . Press t at the end of the lever until the desired speed is reached, then release it and the accelerator pedal. . Move the cruise switch from r to s and...

  • Page 201: Adaptive Cruise Control

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when going downhill, you might have to brake to keep the vehicle speed down. When the brakes are applied the cruise control is disengaged. Ending cruise control there are three ways to end cruise control. . To disengage cruise control; step lightly...

  • Page 202: Warning:

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the vehicle's braking during adaptive cruise control is comparable to a person applying moderate pressure to the vehicle's brake pedal. To disengage adaptive cruise control, apply the brake. If no vehicle is in your path, your vehicle will react li...

  • Page 203: Warning: (Continued)

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 warning: (continued) . On slippery roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. . When weather limits visibility, such as when in fog, rain, or snow...

  • Page 204: Warning:

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 engaging adaptive cruise control with the set button { warning: if you operate adaptive cruise control without your head-up display (hud) properly adjusted, your adaptive cruise control settings may not be visible. You could forget your settings an...

  • Page 205

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 united states version shown, canada similar this symbol appears on the head-up display (hud) to indicate that adaptive cruise control is active. The number indicates the set speed. See head-up display (hud) on page 4‑38 for more information. Make s...

  • Page 206

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 . To increase the set speed in small amounts, move the switch briefly to resume/increase. Each time this is done, the vehicle set speed increases by about 1.6 km/h (1 mph). Your vehicle will not reach the set speed until the system determines there...

  • Page 207: Warning:

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the range of selectable distances may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions. If you prefer to travel at a following distance farther than adaptive cruise control allows, disengage the system and drive manually. United states ver...

  • Page 208: Warning:

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 approaching and following a vehicle the vehicle ahead symbol only appears on the hud when a vehicle ahead is detected in your path. If this symbol does not appear, or disappears briefly, adaptive cruise control will not respond to vehicles you may ...

  • Page 209: Warning:

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 stationary or very slow-moving objects { warning: adaptive cruise control may not detect and react to stationary or slow‐moving vehicles or other objects ahead of you. You could crash into an object ahead of you. Do not use adaptive cruise control ...

  • Page 210: Warning:

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 passing a vehicle/adaptive cruise control override to increase speed to pass a vehicle, use the accelerator pedal. While you are doing this, the system will not automatically apply the brakes. A pedal applied acc override message will appear on the...

  • Page 211

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when following a vehicle and entering a curve, adaptive cruise control could lose track of the vehicle in your lane and your vehicle could accelerate. When this happens, the vehicle ahead symbol will not appear on the hud. Adaptive cruise control m...

  • Page 212: Warning:

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 highway exit ramps { warning: adaptive cruise control may lose track of the vehicle ahead and accelerate up to your set speed while entering or on highway exit ramps. You could be startled by this acceleration and even lose control of the vehicle. ...

  • Page 213: Headlamps

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 erasing set speed memory the set speed memory is erased from memory by moving the adaptive cruise control switch to 9 or if the ignition is turned off. Other messages there are three messages that may appear on the dic. They are service radar cruis...

  • Page 214

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 auto (automatic): turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending upon how much light is outside of the vehicle. The automatic lights may be disabled even if the control is in the auto position. To enable automatic lighting do any of th...

  • Page 215

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 been turned on, it remains on each time the vehicle is started. Additionally, the intellibeam system must be enabled. To enable the system, turn the exterior lamp control to auto, with the turn signal/multifunction lever in its starting position. T...

  • Page 216

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 intellibeam may not turn off the high-beams if the system cannot detect other vehicle's lamps because of any of the following: . The others vehicle's lamp(s) are missing, damaged, obstructed from view, or otherwise undetected. . The other vehicle's...

  • Page 217: Wiper Activated Headlamps

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 cleaning the intellibeam light sensor the light sensor is located on the inside of the vehicle at the back of the rearview mirror. Clean the light sensor window, periodically, using glass cleaner on a soft cloth. Gently wipe the sensor window. Do n...

  • Page 218

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 daytime running lamps (drl) daytime running lamps (drl) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in canada. The drl system comes on...

  • Page 219: Fog Lamps

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 light sensor the light sensor for the drl is located on top of the instrument panel. If the sensor is covered, it will prevent it from sensing light, and the exterior lamps may come on when they are not needed. Fog lamps the fog lamp controls are l...

  • Page 220: Twilight Sentinel

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 twilight sentinel ® twilight sentinel ® can turn the lamps on and off for you. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the twilight sentinel work, so be sure it is not covered. With twilight sentinel the following will happen: . When it...

  • Page 221

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 twilight sentinel also provides exterior illumination as you leave the vehicle. If twilight sentinel has turned on the lamps when you turn off the ignition, the lamps will remain on until: . The exterior lamp switch is moved from off to the parking...

  • Page 222: Entry Lighting

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 entry lighting the entry lighting system turns on the reading and dome lamps and the backlighting to the exterior lamp control when a door is opened or if you press the remote keyless entry transmitter unlock button. If activated by the transmitter...

  • Page 223: Electric Power Management

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 speed. For more battery saving information, see “battery saver active message” under dic warnings and messages on page 4‑76. Electric power management the vehicle has electric power management (epm) that estimates the battery's temperature and stat...

  • Page 224: Head-Up Display (Hud)

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 head-up display (hud) { warning: if the hud image is too bright, or too high in your field of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it is dark outside. Be sure to keep the hud image dim and placed low in your field of v...

  • Page 225

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the hud controls are located to the left of the steering wheel on the dic control panel. Off: turn the brightness control knob fully counterclockwise to turn the hud display off. ~ (head-up display): press to move the hud display up or down on the ...

  • Page 226

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the ignition is on and the hud image cannot be seen check to see if: . The hud unit is covered. . The brightness is adjusted properly. . The hud display is adjusted to the proper height. . Ambient light in the direction the vehicle is facing is low...

  • Page 227

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the speed advisor can be set to show a speed alert when the vehicle speed exceeds the speed alert limit as set in the dic menu. Depending on the level of the hud on the vehicle, your hud may work like either of the following: . The hud speedometer ...

  • Page 228: Accessory Power Outlet(S)

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 accessory power outlet(s) accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or mp3 player. The vehicle has one outlet in front of the center console, one in the center console lid and there may be an addition...

  • Page 229: Climate Controls

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 climate controls dual climate control system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled for the vehicle with this system. Automatic operation vehicles with heated and ventilated seats shown, vehicles without similar a. Driver and passe...

  • Page 230

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the display can be changed from english to metric units through the driver information center (dic). See dic operation and displays on page 4‑70. Manual operation o (driver's temperature control): press to turn the entire climate control system on ...

  • Page 231

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 - (defog): this mode clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets, with some air directed to the side windows and outboard panel outlets. When this mode is selected, the system turns off recirculation a...

  • Page 232

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 rear window defogger the rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. The defogger only works when the ignition is on or during remote start, if programmed. See “personal settings menu” under vehicle persona...

  • Page 233

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 sensors the solar sensor located on the instrument panel, near the windshield, monitors the solar heat. The interior temperature sensor located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel, measures the temperature of the air inside t...

  • Page 234: Outlet Adjustment

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 outlet adjustment use the lever located in the center of each outlet to change the direction of the airflow, either side-to-side or up and down. Use the thumbwheels to open or close the outlets to adjust the airflow. Turn the thumbwheel towards the...

  • Page 235

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 rear climate control system the vehicle has a rear climate control system. The base model includes air outlets in the rear of the center console for cooling and under-seat air outlets for heating. The temperature, amount of airflow, and the air del...

  • Page 236

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 passenger compartment air filter your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger compartment air filter. There are two types of filters available. There is a standard dust filter that traps small particles including pollen. There is, also, a dust/odo...

  • Page 237: Indicators

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 4. Lift the inboard edge of the deflector to release the retention tab. 5. Lift and slide the water deflector toward the inboard side and remove it. 6. The top edge of the filter should be visible. Reach in and lift the filter out , pulling upward ...

  • Page 238: Instrument Panel Cluster

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 instrument panel cluster english base shown, metric and uplevel similar 4-52.

  • Page 239: Speedometer And Odometer

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 speedometer and odometer the speedometer shows the speed in both kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). See dic operation and displays on page 4‑70 for more information. The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running....

  • Page 240: Airbag Readiness Light

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 passenger safety belt reminder light for vehicles equipped with the passenger safety belt reminder light, several seconds after the engine is started, a chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. The...

  • Page 241: Warning:

    Black plate (55,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: if the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate ...

  • Page 242: Warning:

    Black plate (56,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either on or off, or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger's frontal airbag. If the word on or the on symbol is lit on the passenger air...

  • Page 243: Warning:

    Black plate (57,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. { warning: if the airbag readiness light in th...

  • Page 244: Warning:

    Black plate (58,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 brake system warning light the vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working if the...

  • Page 245: Warning Light

    Black plate (59,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 antilock brake system (abs) warning light for vehicles with the antilock brake system (abs), this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the ind...

  • Page 246: Warning Light

    Black plate (60,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 traction control system (tcs) warning light the tcs warning light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the traction control system (tcs) warning light comes on and stays on, there...

  • Page 247: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Black plate (61,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 engine coolant temperature warning light the engine coolant temperature warning light comes on when the engine is very hot. This light also comes on briefly when the vehicle is started. If the light does not go out or comes on and stays on while dr...

  • Page 248: Tire Pressure Light

    Black plate (62,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tire pressure light for vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system, this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the tire pressure monitoring system. When the light is on steady this ...

  • Page 249

    Black plate (63,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 this light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while the engine is runni...

  • Page 250

    Black plate (64,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park the vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps an...

  • Page 251

    Black plate (65,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 emissions inspection and maintenance programs some state/provincial and local governments may have programs to inspect the on-vehicle emission control equipment for the inspection, the emission system test equipment is connected to the vehicle’s da...

  • Page 252: Oil Pressure Light

    Black plate (66,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 oil pressure light for vehicles with an oil pressure light, if there is a problem with the oil, the light may stay on after the engine is started, or comes on while driving. This light indicates that oil is not going through the engine quickly enou...

  • Page 253: Security Light

    Black plate (67,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 security light for information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system, see theft-deterrent system on page 3‑22. Front fog lamp light the fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. The light goes out when the fog lamps ar...

  • Page 254: Highbeam On Light

    Black plate (68,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 highbeam on light this light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See headlamp high/low-beam changer on page 4‑5 for more information. Fuel gauge the fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank. It works only when ...

  • Page 255

    Black plate (69,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driver information center (dic) the driver information center (dic) gives you the status of many of your vehicle's systems. The dic is also used to display warning/status messages. All messages will appear in the dic display located at the bottom o...

  • Page 256

    Black plate (70,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 dic operation and displays the driver information center (dic) has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the four dic buttons located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. Dic buttons (base level) if your vehicle d...

  • Page 257

    Black plate (71,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 dic buttons (uplevel) if the vehicle has a hud, these are the buttons for the dic. « 4 ª (information): press the top or bottom of this button to scroll through the available vehicle information displays which include digital speed display, if your...

  • Page 258

    Black plate (72,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 information display menu items the following display menu items can be displayed by pressing the information button. Mph (km/h) if the vehicle has this display, it shows the vehicle's speed digitally in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per...

  • Page 259

    Black plate (73,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 avg mph (avg km/h) this display shows the average speed of the vehicle in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this display. To reset avg...

  • Page 260

    Black plate (74,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 battery volts this display shows the current battery voltage. If the voltage is in the normal range, the value will display. For example, the display may read 13.2 battery volts. If the voltage is low, the display will have low after it. If the vol...

  • Page 261

    Black plate (75,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 english display units (metric display units) this display allows you to select between english and metric units of measurement if your vehicle has the uplevel dic. Press the reset button to switch between english and metric units. Blank line this d...

  • Page 262: Dic Warnings And Messages

    Black plate (76,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 dic warnings and messages messages are displayed on the dic to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another. T...

  • Page 263

    Black plate (77,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 battery not charging service charging sys (system) this symbol appears with this message. This message displays when a problem with the charging system has been detected. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer. Battery saver active this message ...

  • Page 264

    Black plate (78,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 battery voltage low this symbol appears with this message. This message displays when the electrical system is charging less than 10 volts or the battery has been drained. If this message appears immediately after starting the engine, it is possibl...

  • Page 265

    Black plate (79,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 check tire pressure or tire low add air to tire this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle's tires is low. It also gives the location of the tire. The low tire pressure warning light will also comes on. See tire pressure ...

  • Page 266

    Black plate (80,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 engine coolant hot idle engine notice: if you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or dic, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Do no...

  • Page 267

    Black plate (81,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 engine protection reduced rpm's (revolutions per minute) this message displays when your vehicle is in an overheated engine operating mode. If this message appears, the vehicle has determined that continued operation at the existing engine speed ma...

  • Page 268

    Black plate (82,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 hood ajar this symbol appears with this message. This message displays when the hood is not closed completely. Make sure that the hood is closed completely. See hood release on page 6‑12. Ice possible this message displays when the outside temperat...

  • Page 269

    Black plate (83,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 no fobs detected this message displays if the vehicle does not detect the presence of a keyless access transmitter when you have attempted to start the vehicle or a vehicle door has just closed. The following conditions may cause this message to ap...

  • Page 270

    Black plate (84,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 no fob off or run? This message displays when the keyless access transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle while you are trying to turn the ignition off. Your vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing the keyless access system ...

  • Page 271

    Black plate (85,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 press start and brake to start engine this message displays when you need to press down on the brake pedal while pressing the start button on the electronic keyless ignition when trying to start your vehicle. See starting the engine on page 3‑27 fo...

  • Page 272

    Black plate (86,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 service air bag this message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately. See airbag readiness light on page 4‑54 for more information. Service brake assist this message displays when...

  • Page 273

    Black plate (87,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 for vehicles with the active steering with enhanced stabilitrak option, in some cases when the service stability sys message is displayed, a larger degree of steering wheel input at low vehicle speeds and a smaller degree of steering wheel input at...

  • Page 274

    Black plate (88,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 service suspension sys (system) this message displays when the suspension system is not operating properly. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer. If your all-wheel drive (awd) vehicle has the active steering with enhanced stabilitrak option an...

  • Page 275

    Black plate (89,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 side blind zone alert system off if your vehicle has the side blind zone alert (sbza) system, this message displays when the sbza system has been turned off. See side blind zone alert (sbza) on page 3‑44 and dic operation and displays on page 4‑70 ...

  • Page 276

    Black plate (90,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 stability sys (system) active this message displays any time the stabilitrak system or enhanced stabilitrak system is actively assisting with directional control of the vehicle. Slippery road conditions may exist when this message is displayed, so ...

  • Page 277

    Black plate (91,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 stability touring mode if your all-wheel drive (awd) vehicle has the active steering with enhanced stabilitrak option, this message displays when the stability touring mode is re-activated by using the traction control button after: . Driving in th...

  • Page 278

    Black plate (92,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 trans (transmission) hot idle engine notice: if you drive the vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and/or dic, you can damage the transmission. Thi...

  • Page 279: Other Messages

    Black plate (93,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 other messages here are more messages that you can receive on your driver information center (dic). To acknowledge a message and read another message that may have come on at the same time, press the reset button. . Accessory active see ignition po...

  • Page 280: Audio System(S)

    Black plate (94,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 audio system(s) determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features. { warning: taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others...

  • Page 281: Setting The Clock

    Black plate (95,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 setting the clock to adjust the time: 1. Press w ,located on the radio, to enter the main menu. 2. Turn w until set clock displays. 3. Press w to select set clock. 4. Turn w to adjust the time. 5. Press w to update the time and vehicle time updated...

  • Page 282

    Black plate (96,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 radio data system (rds) the audio system has rds features that are available for use only on fm stations that broadcast rds information. With rds: . Stations can be selected based on programming . Stations with traffic announcements can be selected...

  • Page 283

    Black plate (97,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 to scan preset stations: 1. Press and hold © or ¨ for more than two seconds until a beep sounds and pscan displays. The radio goes to the first preset station, plays for five seconds, then goes to the next preset station. 2. Press and release © or ...

  • Page 284

    Black plate (98,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 setting preset stations up to 30 stations (six fm1, six fm2, six am, six xm1 and six xm2), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons. To program preset stations: 1. Tune to a station and select the equalization, dsp, or pty (program type) s...

  • Page 285

    Black plate (99,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 adjusting the tone (bass/midrange/treble) to adjust the bass, midrange, and treble: 1. Press w to enter the main menu. 2. Turn w until bass-mid-treble displays. 3. Press w to enter the tone settings. 4. Press w to scroll through the settings. 5. Tu...

  • Page 286

    Black plate (100,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 adjusting the speakers (balance/fade) to adjust the balance or fade: 1. Press w to enter the main menu. 2. Turn w until balance‐fader displays. 3. Press w to enter the settings. 4. Press w to scroll to balance or fader. 5. Turn w to adjust the bal...

  • Page 287

    Black plate (101,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 msg (message): displays if the current rds station has a message. The message can display the artist, song title, call in phone numbers, etc. If the entire message does not display, parts of the message appear every three seconds until the message...

  • Page 288

    Black plate (102,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 activating program type (pty) stations (rds and xm™) pty lets the radio search for stations with specific types of music. When this feature is turned on, the ptys display above the pushbuttons in place of the programmed preset stations. Not all st...

  • Page 289

    Black plate (103,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 radio message theftlock: displays when the theftlock ® system has been activated. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. Xm satellite radio service xm is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous united states and 10 canad...

  • Page 290

    Black plate (104,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 f3 rdm (random): press to listen to the tracks in a random, rather than sequential order. Random displays. Press again to turn off random play. Random disappears from the display. F4 rpt (repeat): press to hear a track over again. Repeat displays....

  • Page 291

    Black plate (105,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if the radio is on, the lased cd loaded begins to play automatically. Cd displays and the number of the cd and the track number displays. F1 disc n (down): press to go to the previous cd. F2 disc m (up): press to go to the next cd. F3 cd rev { (re...

  • Page 292

    Black plate (106,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 playing an mp3 cd-r disc radios with the mp3 feature are capable of playing an mp3 cd-r disc. For more information on how to play an mp3 cd-r disc, see using an mp3 on page 4‑108 later in this section. Care of cds the sound quality of the cd playe...

  • Page 293

    Black plate (107,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 . The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. . The format of the cd might not be compatible. See using an mp3 on page 4‑108 later in this section. . A problem may have occurred while burning the cd. . The label could be caught...

  • Page 294: Using An Mp3

    Black plate (108,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 using an mp3 mp3 cd-r disc mp3 format the mp3 player will only play cd-r discs. It can read and play a maximum of: . 50 folders. . 11 folders in depth . 50 playlists . 10 sessions . 255 files all folders, playlists, sessions and files over the max...

  • Page 295

    Black plate (109,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 cd's that do not have playlists play the tracks in the following order: 1. The first file in the root directory plays. 2. After all files from the root directory have played, files in the folders play. 3. After playing the last file from the last ...

  • Page 296

    Black plate (110,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 playing an mp3 f1 r (previous folder): press to go to the first track in the previous folder. Press and hold f1 r to reverse quickly within a track. Release to resume playback. Rev and the elapsed time of the track displays. Pressing f1 r while in...

  • Page 297

    Black plate (111,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 f4 rpt (repeat): single tracks or folders can be repeated. . To repeat the current track, press and release f4 rpt until rpt trck displays. . To repeat the tracks in the current folder, press and release f4 rpt until rpt fldr displays. . To turn r...

  • Page 298: Xm Radio Messages

    Black plate (112,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 xm radio messages xl (explicit language channels): these channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer's request, by calling 1-800-929-2100 in the u.S. And 1-877-438-9677 in canada. Xm updating: the encryption code in the receiver is being...

  • Page 299: Navigation/radio System

    Black plate (113,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 check antenna: if this message does not clear within a short period of time, the receiver or antenna could have a fault. Consult with your dealer. Check xm receivr: if this message does not clear within a short period of time, the receiver could h...

  • Page 300

    Black plate (114,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 bluetooth controls use the buttons located on the steering wheel to operate the bluetooth system. See audio steering wheel controls on page 4‑124 for more information. B g (push to talk) : press to answer incoming calls, to confirm system informat...

  • Page 301

    Black plate (115,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 listing all paired and connected phones the system can list all cell phones paired to it. If a paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle, the system responds with “is connected” after that phone name. 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds...

  • Page 302

    Black plate (116,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 storing and deleting phone numbers the system can store up to 30 phone numbers as name tags in the hands‐free directory that is shared between the bluetooth and onstar systems. The following commands are used to delete and store phone numbers. Sto...

  • Page 303

    Black plate (117,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 to delete all name tags: 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. 2. Say “delete all name tags.” listing stored numbers the list command will list all stored numbers and name tags. Using the “list” command 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. 2. S...

  • Page 304

    Black plate (118,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 using the “re‐dial” command 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. 2. After the tone, say “re‐dial.” once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers. Receiving a call when an incoming call is received, the audio system m...

  • Page 305

    Black plate (119,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 transferring a call audio can be transferred between the bluetooth system and the cell phone. The cell phone must be paired and connected with the bluetooth system before a call can be transferred. The connection process can take up to two minutes...

  • Page 306: Radio Personalization

    Black plate (120,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 sending a number or name tag during a call 1. Press b g . 2. Say “dial.” 3. Say the number or name tag to send. Clearing the system unless information is deleted out of the in‐vehicle bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This includ...

  • Page 307

    Black plate (121,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 . A seek local/distant . 8 set clock . B set date . 4 info (information) . Lang language . Setup radio main menu item descriptions e bass - mid (midrange) - treble: this item allows the the bass, midrange and treble features of the audio system to...

  • Page 308

    Black plate (122,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 recall rds message: this item allows the rds radio station messages broadcast by a radio station to be viewed. See “msg (message)” under radio(s) on page 4‑95 for more information. A seek local/distant: this item allows the audio system to seek on...

  • Page 309: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Black plate (123,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 setup: the following submenus are available when this item is selected: . Personal settings menu . Driver selection . Driver exit settings . Configure display keys setup submenu items the following choices are available for programming. Personal s...

  • Page 310

    Black plate (124,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 audio steering wheel controls the vehicle has audio steering wheel controls and they could differ depending on the vehicle’s options. Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. ¨ seek © : press to go to the next or previous radio s...

  • Page 311: Radio Reception

    Black plate (125,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 b g (mute/voice recognition): press and release to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press and release again to turn the sound on. . For vehicles with a navigation system, press and hold b g for two seconds to initiate speech recognition. See “vo...

  • Page 312: Backglass Antenna

    Black plate (126,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 xm™ satellite radio service xm satellite radio service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous united states, and in canada. Just as with fm, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causin...

  • Page 313: Section 5

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 5 driving your vehicle your driving, the road, and the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 defensive driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 drunk driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 314: Vehicle

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 your driving, the road, and the vehicle defensive driving defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” the first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt — see safety belts: they are for everyone on page 2‑14. { warning: as...

  • Page 315: Control Of A Vehicle

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 police records show that almost 40 percent of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. In recent years, more than 17,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths...

  • Page 316: Braking

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 braking see brake system warning light on page 4‑58. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three‐fourths of ...

  • Page 317

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 antilock brake system (abs) this vehicle has the antilock brake system (abs), an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid. When the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away, abs checks itself. A momentary mo...

  • Page 318: Braking In Emergencies

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 braking in emergencies abs allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than even the very best braking. Brake assist this vehicle has a brake assist feature designed to assist the driver in stop...

  • Page 319: Enhanced Stabilitrak

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 stabilitrak comes on automatically whenever the vehicle is started. To help assist with directional control of the vehicle, always leave the system on. Stabilitrak can be turned off, however, by using the traction control system (tcs)/stabilitrak bu...

  • Page 320

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 to assist with directional control of the vehicle, always leave the system on. Stability control can be turned off however, by using the tc button. See traction control system (tcs) on page 5‑9. The stability sys off message will be displayed on the...

  • Page 321

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when the vehicle is started, stability control comes on automatically in the stability touring mode. . To change from stability touring mode to stability off mode, press and hold the tc button until the stability sys off message is displayed on the ...

  • Page 322

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tcs automatically comes on whenever the vehicle is started. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, the system should always be left on, but tcs can be turned off if needed. Notice: do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily...

  • Page 323: Limited-Slip Rear Axle

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 limited-slip rear axle vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle can give more traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when traction is low, this feature allows the drive wheel with the most trac...

  • Page 324

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 see dic warnings and messages on page 4‑76. The normal power steering system is still operational. You might notice that the center position of the steering wheel is changed and that more steering effort at low speeds and less steering effort at hi...

  • Page 325

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 steering in emergencies there are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked ca...

  • Page 326: Off-Road Recovery

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 off-road recovery the vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if th...

  • Page 327

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 skidding in a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of ski...

  • Page 328: Driving At Night

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driving at night night driving is more dangerous than day driving because some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Night driving tips include: . Drive defensively. . Do not drink and d...

  • Page 329: Warning:

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply the ...

  • Page 330: Highway Hypnosis

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 before leaving on a long trip to prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced by your dealer before departing. Things to check on your own include: . Windshield washer fluid: reservoir full? Windows clean — inside and outside? ...

  • Page 331: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 hill and mountain roads driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. . Check all fluid levels and brak...

  • Page 332: Winter Driving

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 winter driving driving on snow or ice drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°c (32°f) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction...

  • Page 333: Warning:

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 blizzard conditions being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the roadside service on page 8‑8. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: . Turn on the hazard war...

  • Page 334: Mud, Ice, Or Snow

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 to save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the way to save heat. Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the co...

  • Page 335: Loading The Vehicle

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 rocking your vehicle to get it out turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or stability system. Shift back and forth between r (reverse) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as litt...

  • Page 336

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tire and loading information label example label a vehicle specific tire and loading information label is attached to the vehicle's center pillar (b-pillar). With the driver's door open, you will find the label attached below the door lock post (st...

  • Page 337

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed xxx kg or xxx lbs” on your vehicle's placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will b...

  • Page 338

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 example 1 item description total a vehicle capacity weight for example 1 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) b subtract occupant weight @ 150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = 300 lbs (136 kg) c available occupant and cargo weight = 700 lbs (317 kg) example 2 item description to...

  • Page 339

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 example 3 item description total a vehicle capacity weight for example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) b subtract occupant weight @ 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) c available cargo weight = 0 lbs (0 kg) refer to your vehicle's tire and loading inf...

  • Page 340: Warning:

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the certification label also shows the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called the gross axle weight rating (gawr). Never exceed the gvwr or the gawr for either the front or rear axle. { warning: do not load the vehicle any heavier tha...

  • Page 341: Warning: (Continued)

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 warning: (continued) . When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. . Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to. Towing towing your vehicle notice: to avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed with all ...

  • Page 342

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 dinghy towing notice: if the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. The v...

  • Page 343: Towing A Trailer

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 3. Firmly set the parking brake. See parking brake on page 3‑33. 4. Put the transmission in p (park). 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's instructions. 6. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure tha...

  • Page 344

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. The foll...

  • Page 345

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 three important considerations have to do with weight: . The weight of the trailer. . The weight of the trailer tongue. . The total weight on the vehicle's tires. Weight of the trailer how heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more t...

  • Page 346

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 after loading the trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they are not, adjustments might be made by moving some items around in the trailer. Total weight on the vehicle's tires be sure the v...

  • Page 347

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 trailer brakes does the trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted and maintained properly. Because the vehicle has stabilitrak ® , do not try to tap into the vehi...

  • Page 348

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 backing up hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone g...

  • Page 349: Warning:

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 driving on grades reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the transmission is not shifted down, the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long up...

  • Page 350

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 leaving after parking on a hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: . Start the engine . Shift into a gear . Release the parking brake 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have...

  • Page 351: Section 6

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 6 service and appearance care service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 accessories and modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 california proposition 65 warning . . ....

  • Page 352: Section 6

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 6 service and appearance care tire pressure monitor system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-60 tire pressure monitor operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-62 tire inspection and rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-65 when...

  • Page 353: Section 6

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 6 service and appearance care vehicle identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-114 vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . 6-114 service parts identification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6...

  • Page 354: Service

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 service for service and parts needs, visit your dealer. You will receive genuine gm parts and gm-trained and supported service people. Genuine gm parts have one of these marks: accessories and modifications when non‐dealer accessories are added to t...

  • Page 355: Requirements

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 california proposition 65 warning most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many flui...

  • Page 356: The Vehicle

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 this vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see servicing your airbag-equipped vehicle on page 2‑70. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See mai...

  • Page 357: Gasoline Specifications

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 gasoline specifications at a minimum, gasoline should meet astm specification d 4814 in the united states or can/cgsb‐3.5 or 3.511 in canada. Some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (mm...

  • Page 358

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines might be available in your area. We recommend that you use these gasolines, if they comply with the specifications described earlier. However, e85 (85% ethanol) ...

  • Page 359: Filling The Tank

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 filling the tank { warning: fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling. Do not smoke n...

  • Page 360: Warning:

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 while refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door. { warning: fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. This spray can happen...

  • Page 361: Warning:

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: if a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. Notice: if you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get ...

  • Page 362: Checking Things Under

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 checking things under the hood { warning: an electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { warning: things that burn can get on h...

  • Page 363

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever. The lever is located under the front edge of the grille near the center. Push the release lever up and raise the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler...

  • Page 364

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 3.6 l v6 engine 6-14.

  • Page 365

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 after you have removed the sight shields (if equipped): a. Underhood fuse block. See underhood fuse block on page 6‑116. B. Remote negative (-) terminal. See jump starting on page 6‑38. C. Remote positive (+) terminal. See jump starting on page 6‑3...

  • Page 366: Engine Oil

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 engine oil to ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: . Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification ...

  • Page 367

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when to add engine oil if the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add one liter/quart of the recommended oil and then recheck the level. See “selecting the right engine oil” for an explanation of what kind of oil to use....

  • Page 368

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 selecting the right engine oil selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil specification and viscosity grade: specification use and ask for engine oils with the dexos™ certification mark. Oils meeting the requirements of your vehi...

  • Page 369

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 viscosity grade sae 5w-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity oils such as sae 10w‐30, 10w‐40, or 20w-50. Cold temperature operation: in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −29°c (−20°f), a...

  • Page 370: Engine Oil Life System

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 what to do with used oil used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand c...

  • Page 371: Engine Air Cleaner/filter

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 how to reset the engine oil life system reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change. To reset the system: 1. Press the up or down arrow to scroll the dic to show oil life. 2. Once ...

  • Page 372: Warning:

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when to inspect the engine air cleaner/filter inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 80 000 km (50,000 mile) interval. See scheduled maintenance on page 7‑3 for more i...

  • Page 373

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 automatic transmission fluid how to check automatic transmission fluid it is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealer service ...

  • Page 374: Cooling System

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 cooling system the cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. A. Electric engine cooling fan(s) (out of view) b. Mechanical engine cooling fan (if equipped) (out of view) c. Coolant surge tank and pressure cap { w...

  • Page 375: Warning:

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine f...

  • Page 376: Warning:

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 what to use { warning: adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper c...

  • Page 377

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 checking coolant the vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. The coolant surge tank and pressure cap are located on the driver's side of the vehicle, toward the rear of the engine compartment. See engine compartment over...

  • Page 378: Warning:

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 how to add coolant to the surge tank { warning: you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. { warning: steam...

  • Page 379

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper dex-cool ® coolant mixture, to slightly above the full cold/froid line on the side of the coolant surge tank. 6-29.

  • Page 380: Engine Overheating

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. The upper radiator hose is the largest of the hoses which comes out of the radiator, on the passenger side of t...

  • Page 381: Warning:

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if steam is coming from the engine compartment { warning: steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Turn it off and get everyone away from ...

  • Page 382: Operating Mode

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if the engine coolant temperature gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle slow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe vehicle distance from the car in fr...

  • Page 383: Power Steering Fluid

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 power steering fluid see engine compartment overview on page 6‑13 for reservoir location. When to check power steering fluid it is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an...

  • Page 384: Windshield Washer Fluid

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 windshield washer fluid what to use when you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that ...

  • Page 385: Brakes

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 brakes brake fluid the brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with dot 3 brake fluid. See engine compartment overview on page 6‑13 for reservoir location and access. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go ...

  • Page 386: Warning:

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 what to add dot 3 brake fluid is recommended. Dot 4 brake fluid is also compatible with the vehicle's brake system parts. However, if dot 4 fluid is used, it is recommended that the brake hydraulic system be flushed and refilled with new dot 4 flui...

  • Page 387: Warning:

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: the brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well. That could lead to a crash. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the vehicle serviced. Notice: continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could res...

  • Page 388: Battery

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 battery refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. See engine compartment overview on page 6‑13 for battery location. { danger: battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead...

  • Page 389

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 notice: ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty. Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage the vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It...

  • Page 390: Warning:

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 your vehicle has a remote negative (−) ground location, as shown in the illustration. It is located on the passenger side front shock tower. See engine compartment overview on page 6‑13. You should always use this remote ground location, instead of...

  • Page 391: Warning:

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: using an open flame near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add wate...

  • Page 392

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery....

  • Page 393: All-Wheel Drive

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 notice: if the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct ord...

  • Page 394: Rear Axle

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 how to check lubricant a. Drain plug b. Fill plug to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the transfer case, you'll need to add some lubricant. Add e...

  • Page 395: Front Axle

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 how to check lubricant to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the rear axle, you'll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the le...

  • Page 396: Headlamp Aiming

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 how to check lubricant a. Drain plug b. Filler plug to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the front axle, you may need to add some lubricant. What ...

  • Page 397: Bulb Replacement

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 bulb replacement for the proper type of replacement bulbs, see replacement bulbs on page 6‑48. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. High intensity discharge (hid) lighting { warning: the low beam high int...

  • Page 398: Back-Up Lamps

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 back-up lamps to replace a back-up lamp bulb: 1. Open the trunk. See trunk on page 3‑15. 2. Pull out the push pins holding down the top portion of the cloth cover. 3. Fold the cover down slightly and locate the lamp assembly. 4. Turn the socket cou...

  • Page 399: Windshield Wiper Blade

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 windshield wiper blade replacement windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See scheduled maintenance on page 7‑3. It's a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper wi...

  • Page 400: Tires

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tires your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle warranty booklet for details. For additional information ref...

  • Page 401: Winter Tires

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 low‐profile performance tires if your vehicle has 255/45zr18 size tires, they are classified as low‐profile performance tires. These tires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement. You may also notice more road noise with low...

  • Page 402: Tire Sidewall Labeling

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tire sidewall labeling useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. Passenger (p‐metric) tire example (a) tire size : the tire size is a com...

  • Page 403

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 (e) tire ply material : the type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (f) uniform tire quality grading (utqg) : tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and ...

  • Page 404

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 (b) tire ply material : the type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (c) tire identification number (tin) : the letters and numbers following the dot (department of transportation) code is the tire identification number...

  • Page 405

    Black plate (55,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 (b) tire width : the three‐digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. (c) aspect ratio : a two‐digit number that indicates the tire height‐to‐width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect rati...

  • Page 406

    Black plate (56,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 cold tire pressure : the amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kpa) before a tire has built up heat from driving. See inflation - tire pressure on page 6‑58. Curb weight : the weight of a motor v...

  • Page 407

    Black plate (57,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 occupant distribution : designated seating positions. Outward facing sidewall : the side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that contains a whitewall, bears white le...

  • Page 408: Inflation - Tire Pressure

    Black plate (58,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 vehicle maximum load on the tire : load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle placard : a label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle's capacity weight and the origina...

  • Page 409

    Black plate (59,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when to check check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget to check the compact spare tire, if your vehicle has one. The compact spare should be at 60 psi (420 kpa). For additional information regarding the compact spare tire, see compact s...

  • Page 410: High-Speed Operation

    Black plate (60,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 high-speed operation { warning: driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you ...

  • Page 411

    Black plate (61,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under‐inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead...

  • Page 412

    Black plate (62,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tire pressure monitor operation this vehicle may have a tire pressure monitor system (tpms). The tpms is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. Tpms sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding th...

  • Page 413

    Black plate (63,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 factory-installed tire inflator kits use a gm approved liquid tire sealant. Using non-approved tire sealants could damage the tpms sensors. See tire sealant and compressor kit (without selector switch) on page 6‑76 or tire sealant and compressor ki...

  • Page 414

    Black plate (64,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tpms sensor matching process each tpms sensor has a unique identification code. Any time you replace one or more of the tpms sensors or rotate your vehicle's tires, the identification codes will need to be matched to the new tire/wheel position. Th...

  • Page 415

    Black plate (65,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 10. After hearing the confirming single horn chirp for the driver side rear tire, a double horn chirp will sound to signal the tire matching mode is no longer active. Press the push‐button ignition switch to acc. 11. Set all four tires to the recom...

  • Page 416: Warning:

    Black plate (66,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when rotating p235/50r17 size tires or 255/45zr18 size tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire, do not include the compact spare tire in the tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated...

  • Page 417: Buying New Tires

    Black plate (67,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 when it is time for new tires various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions influence when you need new tires. One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indica...

  • Page 418: Warning:

    Black plate (68,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 need replacement tires, gm strongly recommends that you get tires with the same tpc spec rating. This way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety, during normal use, as the origina...

  • Page 419: Warning:

    Black plate (69,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 winter tires with the same speed rating as your original equipment tires may not be available for h, v, w, y and zr speed rated tires. If you choose snow tires with a lower speed rating, never exceed the tire's maximum speed capability. { warning: ...

  • Page 420: Warning:

    Black plate (70,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 your vehicle's original equipment tires are listed on the tire and loading information label. See loading the vehicle on page 5‑23 , for more information about the tire and loading information label and its location on your vehicle. Different size ...

  • Page 421

    Black plate (71,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 uniform tire quality grading quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: treadwear 200 traction aa temperature a the following information relates to the system de...

  • Page 422: Wheel Replacement

    Black plate (72,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 a tire marked c may have poor traction performance. Warning: the traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. T...

  • Page 423: Warning:

    Black plate (73,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or tire pressure monitor system (tpms) sensors, replace them only with new gm original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, wheel nuts,...

  • Page 424: Tire Chains

    Black plate (74,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tire chains { warning: if your vehicle has p255/45r17, p255/45zr18, or 255/45zr18 size tires, do not use tire chains, as there is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the bra...

  • Page 425: Warning:

    Black plate (75,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 a rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you would use in a skid. In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want ...

  • Page 426: (Without Selector Switch)

    Black plate (76,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tire sealant and compressor kit (without selector switch) system identification if the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above, see the operating instructions that follow. If the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit s...

  • Page 427: Warning:

    Black plate (77,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. Nev...

  • Page 428

    Black plate (78,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions. The kit includes: a. Air compressor b. Tire sealant canister c. Power plug d. On/off button e. Pressure gauge f. Air only hose (black) g. Sealant/air hose (clear) tire sealant...

  • Page 429

    Black plate (79,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 using the tire sealant and compressor kit to temporarily seal and inflate a punctured tire when using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes. This will help to inflate the...

  • Page 430

    Black plate (80,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 6. Plug the power plug (c) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See accessory power outlet(s) on page 4‑42. If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not use the cigarette light...

  • Page 431

    Black plate (81,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 11. Unplug the power plug (c) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. 12. Turn the sealant/air hose (g) counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem. 13. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 14. Replace the sealant/air hose (g), and t...

  • Page 432

    Black plate (82,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 using the tire sealant and compressor kit without sealant to inflate a tire (not punctured) to use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant: if a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a l...

  • Page 433

    Black plate (83,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 8. Plug the power plug (c) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See accessory power outlet(s) on page 4‑42. If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not use the cigarette light...

  • Page 434

    Black plate (84,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 removal and installation of the sealant canister to remove the sealant canister: 1. Unlock the air only hose (f) from the sealant canister (b) by pulling up on the lever. 2. Pull the air only hose (f) from the sealant canister (b). 3. Unwrap the se...

  • Page 435: (With Selector Switch)

    Black plate (85,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 to install a new sealant canister: 1. Align the sealant/air hose (g) with the slot in the air compressor. 2. Push the sealant canister (b) down and turn it clockwise. 3. Wrap the sealant/air hose (g) around the air compressor channel to stow it in ...

  • Page 436: Warning:

    Black plate (86,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above, follow the operating instructions under “tire sealant and compressor kit (without selector switch). { warning: idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangero...

  • Page 437: Warning:

    Black plate (87,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store the tire sealant and compressor kit...

  • Page 438

    Black plate (88,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tire sealant read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacemen...

  • Page 439

    Black plate (89,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See hazard warning flashers on page 4‑3. See if a tire goes flat on page 6‑74 for other important safety warnings. Do ...

  • Page 440

    Black plate (90,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 10. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge (c). The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the tire and loading information label. See inflation - tire pressure on page 6‑58. The pressure gauge (c) m...

  • Page 441

    Black plate (91,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 19. Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure. Refer to steps 1 through 11 under “using the tire sealant and compressor kit without sealant to inflate a tire (not punctured).” if the tire pressure has fallen more than 68 kpa (10 psi) belo...

  • Page 442

    Black plate (92,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 see if a tire goes flat on page 6‑74 for other important safety warnings. 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See tire sealant and compressor kit storage on page 6‑94. 2. Unwrap the air only hose (g) and the pow...

  • Page 443

    Black plate (93,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 14. Replace the air only hose (g) and the power plug (h) and cord back in its original location. 15. Place the equipment in the original storage location in the vehicle. The tire sealant and compressor kit has an accessory adapter located in a comp...

  • Page 444: Storage

    Black plate (94,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tire sealant and compressor kit storage the tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the trunk. 1. Open the trunk. See trunk on page 3‑15. 2. Remove the retainer that holds the tire sealant and compressor kit in place. 3. Remove the tire seala...

  • Page 445: Warning: (Continued)

    Black plate (95,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 warning: (continued) to be even more certain the vehicle will not move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire, on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle....

  • Page 446

    Black plate (96,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 removing the spare tire and tools the equipment you will need is located in the trunk. To access to the compact spare tire and jacking equipment: 1. Open the trunk. See trunk on page 3‑15 for more information. 2. Remove the compact spare tire cover...

  • Page 447: The Spare Tire

    Black plate (97,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the tools you will be using include the jack (a) and the wheel wrench (b). Removing the flat tire and installing the spare tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See changing a flat tire on page 6‑94 for more information. 2. Loosen all of the...

  • Page 448: Warning:

    Black plate (98,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 3. Find the vehicle's jacking location using the diagram above and corresponding v–shaped notches located in the plastic molding on the vehicle's frame. The notches in the plastic molding are marked with a triangle shape. 4. Attach the wheel wrench...

  • Page 449: Warning:

    Black plate (99,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 { warning: lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used f...

  • Page 450: Warning:

    Black plate (100,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 8. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact spare tire to fit under the vehicle. 9. Remove all the wheel nuts and the flat tire. { warning: rust or dirt on a wheel, or on ...

  • Page 451: Warning: (Continued)

    Black plate (101,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 warning: (continued) to the vehicle. In an emergency, use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. See changing a flat tire on page 6‑94. { warning: never us...

  • Page 452: Warning:

    Black plate (102,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 14. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. { warning: wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened ...

  • Page 453: Tools

    Black plate (103,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Storing a flat or spare tire and tools { warning: storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or c...

  • Page 454

    Black plate (104,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 compact spare tire and tools use the following diagram as a guide for storing the compact spare tire and tools in the trunk: a. Compact spare tire cover b. Stow rod cap c. Plastic wing nut d. Retainer e. Jack container package (with wheel wrench a...

  • Page 455: Compact Spare Tire

    Black plate (105,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 compact spare tire { warning: driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured. Use only one compact spare tire at a time. Although ...

  • Page 456: Appearance Care

    Black plate (106,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 appearance care interior cleaning the vehicle's interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on the upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfa...

  • Page 457: Fabric/carpet

    Black plate (107,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 do not clean the vehicle using: . A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. . A stiff brush. It can cause damage to the vehicle's interior surfaces. . Heavy pressure or aggressive rubbing with a cleaning cloth. ...

  • Page 458: Leather

    Black plate (108,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness first. If the locally cleaned area gives any imp...

  • Page 459: Wood Panels

    Black plate (109,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 wood panels use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Speaker covers vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean spots with ...

  • Page 460: Finish Care

    Black plate (110,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and...

  • Page 461

    Black plate (111,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 if necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. To help keep ...

  • Page 462: And Trim

    Black plate (112,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 aluminum or chrome-plated wheels and trim the vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clea...

  • Page 463: Tires

    Black plate (113,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 tires to clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all pain...

  • Page 464: Vehicle Identification

    Black plate (114,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) this legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side. It can be seen through the windshield from outside. The vin also appears on the vehicle certificat...

  • Page 465: Headlamp Wiring

    Black plate (115,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see servicing your airbag-equipped vehicle on page 2‑70 and adding equipment to your airbag-equipped vehicle on page 2‑71. Headlamp wiring the headlamp ...

  • Page 466: Underhood Fuse Block

    Black plate (116,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 underhood fuse block 6-116.

  • Page 467

    Black plate (117,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the underhood fuse block is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. See engine compartment overview on page 6‑13 for more information on location and removal procedure for the front compartment underhoo...

  • Page 468

    Black plate (118,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 fuses mini usage ekm/i/p mdl easy key module (ekm), instrument panel module (i/p mdl) even coils even ignition coils, even fuel injectors fog lamp front fog lamps frt pwr outlet front accessory power outlet fuel cool fuel cooling horn horn htd was...

  • Page 469

    Black plate (119,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 fuses mini usage v/chk instrument panel module-voltage check wpr wipe/wash module assembly wpr sw/vics rain sensor, wiper switch relays usage a/c cmprsr cltch air conditioning compressor clutch accy accessory, rain sensor, headlamp washer relay co...

  • Page 470: Rear Underseat Fuse Block

    Black plate (120,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 rear underseat fuse block removing the rear seat cushion notice: if you touch the exposed wires with the metal on the seat cushion, you could cause a short that could damage the battery and or wires. Avoid contact between the rear seat and the fus...

  • Page 471: Warning: (Continued)

    Black plate (121,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 warning: (continued) will not be there to work for the next passenger. The person sitting in that position could be badly injured. After reinstalling the seat cushion, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and are not t...

  • Page 472

    Black plate (122,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 the vehicle may not have all the fuses listed below. Driver's side 6-122.

  • Page 473

    Black plate (123,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 fuses usage amp amplifier spare spare theft/shft theft sensors, auto shifter, power sounder mrtd mdl magnetic ride control module (option) rear dr mdl rear door modules elc exh electronic level control, exhaust solenoid (option) ddm driver door mo...

  • Page 474

    Black plate (124,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 relays usage spare spare elc cmprsr electronic level control, compressor (option) lt pos left rear taillamp, position lamps (option) rt pos right rear taillamp, position lamps (option) run ignition 3 stdby lamp rear taillamps, position lamps (opti...

  • Page 475

    Black plate (125,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 passenger's side 6-125.

  • Page 476

    Black plate (126,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 fuses usage airbag/ign sensing and diagnostic monitor, automatic occupant sensor, passenger supplemental inflatable restraint cnstr/vent canister vent solenoid spare spare frt pdm front passenger door module, right power subwoofer fuel pump fuel p...

  • Page 477

    Black plate (127,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 relays usage spare spare fuel pump fuel pump int lamp interior lamps rear defog rear defogger rear/fog rear fog lamps (option) run/crnk ignition 1 spare spare stop lamp stop lamp circuit breakers usage window mtrs power window motors circuit break...

  • Page 478

    Black plate (128,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 capacities and specifications the following approximate capacities are given in metric and english conversions. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 7‑9 for more information. Application capacities metric english air conditioning refriger...

  • Page 479: Section 7

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 7 maintenance schedule maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 scheduled maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 480: Maintenance Schedule

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 maintenance schedule introduction notice: maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, recommended fluids, and lubricants are necessary to keep this vehicle in good working condition. Damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not...

  • Page 481: Scheduled Maintenance

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 at your dealer, you can be certain that you will receive the highest level of service available. Your dealer has specially trained service technicians, uses genuine replacement parts, as well as, up‐to‐date tools and equipment to ensure fast and acc...

  • Page 482

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 every engine oil change . Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. See engine oil on page 6‑16 and engine oil life system on page 6‑20. An emission control service. . Engine coolant level check. See engine coolant on page 6‑25. . Engine ...

  • Page 483

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 additional required services every 12 000 km/7,500 miles . If tire rotation is recommended for the vehicle, rotate tires. Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km/7,500 miles. See tire inspection and rotation on page 6‑65. At each fuel stop . Engine ...

  • Page 484

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 once every two years . Vehicles using dot 4 brake fluid only: brake fluid replacement. First engine oil change after every 40 000 km/25,000 miles . Passenger compartment air filter replacement (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). More frequ...

  • Page 485: Owner Checks And Services

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 first engine oil change after every 160 000 km/100,000 miles . Automatic transmission fluid and filter change (normal service). See automatic transmission fluid on page 6‑23. . All‐wheel drive only: transfer case fluid change (normal service). Check...

  • Page 486: Warning:

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 automatic transmission shift lock control function check { warning: when you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough roo...

  • Page 487: Recommended Fluids And

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 recommended fluids and lubricants fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage fluid/lubricant engine oil the engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos™ specification. O...

  • Page 488

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 usage fluid/lubricant rear axle sae 75w-90 synthetic axle lubricant (gm part no. U.S. 89021677, in canada 89021678). Front axle (all-wheel drive) sae 75w-90 synthetic axle lubricant (gm part no. U.S. 89021677, in canada 89021678). Transfer case (al...

  • Page 489

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part gm part number acdelco part number engine air cleaner/filter element 25798271 a2944c engine oil filter 25...

  • Page 490: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 engine drive belt routing 3.6l v6 engine 7-12.

  • Page 491: Maintenance Record

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 maintenance record after the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance record date odometer...

  • Page 492

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 maintenance record (cont'd) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance stamp services performed 7-14.

  • Page 493

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 maintenance record (cont'd) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance stamp services performed 7-15.

  • Page 494

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 maintenance record (cont'd) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance stamp services performed 7-16.

  • Page 495: Section 8

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 section 8 customer assistance information customer assistance and information . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2 customer satisfaction procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2 online owner center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5...

  • Page 496: Customer Assistance And

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 customer assistance and information customer satisfaction procedure your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by th...

  • Page 497

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 step three — u.S. Owners: both general motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in steps one and two...

  • Page 498

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 step three — canadian owners: in the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in steps one and two, general motors of canada limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge...

  • Page 499: Online Owner Center

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 online owner center cadillac owner center (u.S.) — www.Cadillacownercenter.Com information and services customized for your specific vehicle — all in one convenient place. . Digital owner manual, warranty information, and more . Store online service...

  • Page 500: Telephone (Tty) Users

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  • Page 501: Gm Mobility Reimbursement

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  • Page 502: Roadside Service

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  • Page 503

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  • Page 505

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  • Page 506

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  • Page 507: Collision Damage Repair

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  • Page 508

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  • Page 509

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 insuring your vehicle protect your investment in your gm vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies p...

  • Page 510: Reporting Safety Defects

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  • Page 511: Canadian Government

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  • Page 512

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 service bulletins service bulletins give additional technical service information needed to knowledgeably service general motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. Owner info...

  • Page 513: Privacy

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac sts owner manual - 2011 vehicle data recording and privacy your gm vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle’s performance and how it is driven. For example, your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine a...

  • Page 514: Onstar

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  • Page 515

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  • Page 520

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  • Page 521

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  • Page 523

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  • Page 525

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  • Page 526

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  • Page 527

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  • Page 528

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