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Cadillac 2015 ATS Owner's Manual

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    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2015 cadillac ats owner manual m in brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 initial drive information . . . . . . . . 1-...

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    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2015 cadillac ats owner manual m vehicle care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 general information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 vehicle checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 headlam...

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    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 introduction iii 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, the cadillac em...

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    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 iv introduction danger, warnings, and cautions warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. { danger danger indicat...

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    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 introduction v 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 : airba...

  • Page 7: Notes

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vi introduction 2 notes.

  • Page 8: In Brief

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-1 in brief instrument panel instrument panel overview . . . . 1-2 initial drive information initial drive information . . . . . . . . 1-4 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . ...

  • Page 9: Instrument Panel

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-2 in brief instrument panel instrument panel overview.

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    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-3 1. Air vents on page 8-9. 2. Exterior lamp controls on page 6-1. Turn signal lever. See turn and lane-change signals on page 6-6. 3. Cruise control on page 9-38. Adaptive cru...

  • Page 11: Initial Drive

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-4 in brief 23. Traction control/electronic stability control on page 9-34. Electric parking brake (if equipped, manual transmission). See parking brake (electric) on page 9-30 or parkin...

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    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-5 press 7 again or start the vehicle to cancel the panic alarm. X : press twice quickly to release the trunk. Press the key release button near the bottom of the transmitter to...

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    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-7 press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. See power windows on page 2-22. Seat adjustment power seats to adjust the seat: . Move the seat forward ...

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    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-8 in brief to adjust the seatback: . Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. . Tilt the top of the control forward to raise. See reclining seatbacks on page 3-5. Memory feature...

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    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-9 the off setting. The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the level may automa...

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    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-10 in brief the passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead console are visible when the vehicle is started. See passenger airbag status indicator on page 5-15. Mirror adj...

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    Black plate (11,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-11 4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. Power tilt and telescoping wheel if equipped, the control is on the left side of the steering column. . Push the c...

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    Black plate (12,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-12 in brief press m or n to turn the lamps on or off. Sedan the rear reading lamps are over the rear passenger doors. Press the lamp lens to turn the rear passenger reading lamps on or...

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    Black plate (13,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-13 lo: use for slow wipes. Int: move the windshield wiper lever to int. Turn the x int band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If equipped with rainse...

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    Black plate (14,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-14 in brief uplevel 1. Driver and passenger temperature controls 2. Fan control 3. Off (fan) 4. Driver and passenger heated seats (if equipped) 5. Auto (automatic operation) 6. Defrost...

  • Page 22: Vehicle Features

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-15 vehicle features infotainment system see the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. The...

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    Black plate (16,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-16 in brief portable audio devices this vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a usb port in the center console under the armrest, and if equipped, one usb port in the stora...

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    Black plate (17,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-17 s or t : press the five-way control to the left or right to go to the previous or next area in the display or to the previous or next menu. Y or z : press the five-way cont...

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    Black plate (18,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-18 in brief * : press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. See cruise control on page 9-38 or adaptive cruise control on page 9-41 (if equipped). Driv...

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    Black plate (19,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-19 crashes that occur with vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind. The lca warning display will light up ...

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    Black plate (20,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-20 in brief active emergency braking system if the vehicle has adaptive cruise control (acc) it also has the active emergency braking system, which includes intelligent brake assist (i...

  • Page 28: Performance And

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-21 1. Slide switch 2. Tilt switch open/close: press the rear or front of the switch (1) to the first detent and hold to open or close the sunroof. Express open/express close: ...

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    Black plate (22,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-22 in brief . To turn off both traction control and stabilitrak, press and hold g until g and i illuminate in the instrument cluster. The appropriate dic message displays. See ride con...

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    Black plate (23,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 in brief 1-23 the oil life system can also be reset as follows: 1. Turn the ignition on with the engine off. 2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seco...

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    Black plate (24,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 1-24 in brief onstar ® this vehicle may be equipped with a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live onstar advisor for emergency, security, navigation, connection, and...

  • Page 32: Keys, Doors, And

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-1 keys, doors, and windows keys and locks keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-2 keys, doors, and windows this key, inside the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter, is used for the driver door and glove box. To remove the key, press the button near the bottom of...

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    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-3 with remote start shown, without similar q (lock): press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate locking...

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    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-4 keys, doors, and windows keyless access operation some vehicles have the keyless access system that lets you lock and unlock the doors and access the trunk without removing the rke tr...

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    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-5 doors may lock with the rke transmitter inside the vehicle. Do not leave the rke transmitter in an unattended vehicle. Temporary disable passive locking featu...

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    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-6 keys, doors, and windows 4. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The center console storage area will need to be opened to access the transmitter pocket. 5. Press th...

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    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-7 5. Place the new transmitter in the transmitter pocket. The center console storage area will need to be opened to access the transmitter pocket. 6. Press the ...

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    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-8 keys, doors, and windows battery replacement { caution when replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmi...

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    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-9 remote vehicle start if equipped, this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle. / (remote vehicle start): this button will be on the ...

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    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-10 keys, doors, and windows can be requested, 30 seconds after starting. This provides a total of 20 minutes. The remote start can only be extended once. A maximum of two remote starts...

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    Black plate (11,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-11 warning (continued) . Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle. Lock the doors to help prevent this from hap...

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    Black plate (12,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-12 keys, doors, and windows to replace the cap: 1. Pull the door handle to the open position. 2. Insert the two tabs (7) at the back of the cap (8) between the seal (5) and the metal b...

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    Black plate (13,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-13 delayed locking can only be turned on when the unlocked door anti lockout feature has been turned off. When q is pressed on the power door lock switch with ...

  • Page 45: Doors

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-14 keys, doors, and windows locking is requested for all doors to remain locked. When this feature is off, the delayed door lock menu will be available. This feature can also be progra...

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    Black plate (15,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-15 warning (continued) . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “clim...

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    Black plate (16,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-16 keys, doors, and windows to access by the rear seat pass-through door, if equipped: 1. Fold the rear armrest down and open the pass-through door. See rear seat pass-through door on ...

  • Page 48: Vehicle Security

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-17 vehicle security this vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal. Vehicle alarm system this vehicle has...

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    Black plate (18,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-18 keys, doors, and windows disarming the alarm system to disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated, do one of the following: . Press k on the rke transmit...

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    Black plate (19,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-19 the security light, in the instrument cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The system has one or mor...

  • Page 51: Exterior Mirrors

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-20 keys, doors, and windows exterior mirrors convex mirrors { caution a convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharp...

  • Page 52: Interior Mirrors

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-21 folding mirrors manual folding mirrors the mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push ...

  • Page 53: Windows

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-22 keys, doors, and windows windows { warning never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be...

  • Page 54

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-23 on coupe models, the window will lower to a predetermined position. Press the switch again to lower the window fully. Express-down/up windows windows with t...

  • Page 55: Roof

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-24 keys, doors, and windows 4. Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed. The window is now reprogrammed. Repeat the process fo...

  • Page 56

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 keys, doors, and windows 2-25 open/close: press the rear or front of the switch (1) to the first detent and hold to open or close the sunroof. Express open/express close: press the rear ...

  • Page 57: Notes

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 2-26 keys, doors, and windows 2 notes.

  • Page 58: Seats And

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-1 seats and restraints head restraints head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 front seats easy entry seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 power seat ad...

  • Page 59: Head Restraints

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-2 seats and restraints head restraints { warning with head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal i...

  • Page 60: Front Seats

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-3 head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable. Rear seats the veh...

  • Page 61

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-4 seats and restraints to move the seat forward, press and hold the front of the switch (1) on the outboard side of the upper seatback. To move the seat rearward, press and hold the rea...

  • Page 62

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-5 lumbar adjustment to adjust the lumbar and bolster support: . Press and hold the control forward or rearward to increase or decrease lumbar support. . Press and h...

  • Page 63

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-6 seats and restraints { 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. The shoulder ...

  • Page 64

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-7 2. Press and release set. A beep will sound. 3. Immediately press and hold “1” until two beeps sound. 4. Repeat steps 1–3 for a second driver using “2.” to store ...

  • Page 65

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-8 seats and restraints to activate the recall at ignition on, the transmission must be in p (park), or parking brake set if manual transmission, and “on - at ignition on” is selected in...

  • Page 66

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-9 if the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service. Heated front seats { warning if you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin...

  • Page 67: Rear Seats

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-10 seats and restraints remote start auto heated seats when it is cold outside, the heated seats can be turned on automatically during a remote start. They are canceled when the igniti...

  • Page 68

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-11 2. Pull the lever on top of the seatback toward you to unlock the seatback. A red tab near the seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked. 3. Fold the ...

  • Page 69: Safety Belts

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-12 seats and restraints rear seat pass-through door this vehicle may have a rear seat pass-through door in the center of the rear seatback. Fold down the center armrest and pull the la...

  • Page 70

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-13 why safety belts work when riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you....

  • Page 71

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-14 seats and restraints . Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. . Always use the correct buckle for your seating position. . Wear the lap part of the ...

  • Page 72

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-15 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly....

  • Page 73

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-16 seats and restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see safety belt e...

  • Page 74

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-17 automatic safety belt tightening system if the vehicle has adaptive cruise control (acc), it also has the automatic safety belt tightening system. See adaptive ...

  • Page 75

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-18 seats and restraints to install: 1. Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat. 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the...

  • Page 76

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-19 warning (continued) and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 4. Buckle, position, and release the safety bel...

  • Page 77

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-20 seats and restraints use it for securing child seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. See the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. Safety system check n...

  • Page 78: Airbag System

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-21 after a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or ...

  • Page 79

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-22 seats and restraints the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job. Here are the most important things to know about t...

  • Page 80

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-23 there is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. Th...

  • Page 81

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-24 seats and restraints driver side shown, passenger side similar the seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger are in the side of the seatbacks clos...

  • Page 82

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-25 when should an airbag inflate? This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See airbag system on page 3-21. Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the ...

  • Page 83

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-26 seats and restraints rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck or if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll ...

  • Page 84

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-27 be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being ab...

  • Page 85

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-28 seats and restraints other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. . The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records in...

  • Page 86

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-29 { warning a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because t...

  • Page 87

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-30 seats and restraints off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag, depending upon the person’s seating posture and body build. Everyone in the vehicle who has out...

  • Page 88

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-31 if the off indicator is lit for an adult-sized occupant if a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat, but the off indicator is lit,...

  • Page 89

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-32 seats and restraints operates. We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by gm for your specific vehicle. See adding equipment to...

  • Page 90

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-33 warning (continued) can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They ...

  • Page 91: Child Restraints

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-34 seats and restraints { caution if an airbag covering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag may not work properly. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. If there are any ope...

  • Page 92

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-35 the manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder b...

  • Page 93

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-36 seats and restraints { warning 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...

  • Page 94

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-37 warning (continued) the way back into the retractor, but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child’s neck. If the shoulder belt is locked and tightened ...

  • Page 95

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-38 seats and restraints warning (continued) the front outboard seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. Q: what are the different types of add-on child res...

  • Page 96

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-39 { 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...

  • Page 97

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-40 seats and restraints booster seats a booster seat 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 o...

  • Page 98

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-41 administration (nhtsa) website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station. For cpst availability in canada, check with transport canada or the p...

  • Page 99

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-42 seats and restraints child restraints and booster seats vary considerably in size, and some may fit in certain seating positions better than others. Depending on where you place the...

  • Page 100

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-43 the following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in the vehicle. Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower a...

  • Page 101

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-44 seats and restraints lower anchor and top tether anchor locations rear seat i (top tether anchor): seating positions with top tether anchors. H (lower anchor): seating positions wit...

  • Page 102

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-45 the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer w...

  • Page 103

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-46 seats and restraints { caution do not let the latch attachments rub against the vehicle’s safety belts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety belts to avoid...

  • Page 104

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-47 if the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position ...

  • Page 105

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-48 seats and restraints replacing latch system parts after a crash { warning a crash can damage the latch system in the vehicle. A damaged latch system may not properly secure the chil...

  • Page 106

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-49 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions w...

  • Page 107

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-50 seats and restraints 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 be...

  • Page 108

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-51 { warning a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because t...

  • Page 109

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-52 seats and restraints 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the res...

  • Page 110

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 seats and restraints 3-53 6. 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 be...

  • Page 111: Notes

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 3-54 seats and restraints 2 notes.

  • Page 112: Storage

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 storage 4-1 storage storage compartments storage compartments . . . . . . . 4-1 instrument panel storage . . . . . 4-1 glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 armrest storag...

  • Page 113: Additional Storage

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 4-2 storage touch the bottom of the climate control system panel again until the door automatically starts to close. Glove box to open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use the key to ...

  • Page 114: Instruments And

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-1 instruments and controls controls steering wheel adjustment . . . 5-2 steering wheel controls . . . . . . 5-3 heated steering wheel . . . . . . . 5-3 horn . ....

  • Page 115: Controls

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-2 instruments and controls airbag system messages . . . . 5-41 safety belt messages . . . . . . . 5-41 security messages . . . . . . . . . . 5-41 service vehicle messages . . . 5-41 sta...

  • Page 116

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-3 to set the power tilt wheel memory position, see memory seats on page 3-6. Steering wheel controls if equipped with audio steering wheel controls, some audio ...

  • Page 117

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-4 instruments and controls the steering wheel takes about three minutes to be fully heated. Horn press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Windshield wiper/washer with the ig...

  • Page 118

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-5 rainsense™ for vehicles with rainsense, a sensor near the top center of the windshield detects the amount of water on the windshield and controls the frequenc...

  • Page 119

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-6 instruments and controls pull the wiper lever toward you and hold briefly to activate. The headlamp washers will spray once, pause, and spray again. The headlamp washer will spray aga...

  • Page 120

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-7 date to set the date: 1. Press the settings screen button and press time and date. 2. Press set date and press + or − to increase or decrease month, day, or y...

  • Page 121

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-8 instruments and controls to be replaced with a standard minifuse by the dealer. A minifuse will not reset and will have to be replace if blown. { caution failure to replace the circui...

  • Page 122: Warning Lights,

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-9 warning lights, gauges, and indicators warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive rep...

  • Page 123

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-10 instruments and controls instrument cluster english shown, metric similar.

  • Page 124

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-11 cluster application displays the cluster has three interactive display zones. Use the five-way control on the right steering wheel control to move between t...

  • Page 125

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-12 instruments and controls trip odometer the trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset. The trip odometer is accessed and reset th...

  • Page 126

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-13 engine coolant temperature gauge metric english this gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine. While driving under normal operating conditions...

  • Page 127

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-14 instruments and controls passenger safety belt reminder light there is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator. See passenger sensing syste...

  • Page 128

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-15 passenger airbag status indicator the vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See passenger sensing system on page 3-28 for important safety information. Th...

  • Page 129

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-16 instruments and controls a check to show the light is working. It should go out when the engine is started. If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, there may be a problem ...

  • Page 130

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-17 caution (continued) (tpc) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costl...

  • Page 131

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-18 instruments and controls cause stalling after start-up, stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. These co...

  • Page 132

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-19 if the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away. Metric english this light comes on briefly when the veh...

  • Page 133

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-20 instruments and controls information for the electric parking brake under parking brake (electric) on page 9-30 or parking brake (manual) on page 9-32. If a message displays in the ...

  • Page 134

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-21 see lane keep assist (lka) on page 9-60. Vehicle ahead indicator if equipped, this indicator will display green when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber w...

  • Page 135

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-22 instruments and controls traction control system (tcs)/stabilitrak ® light this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have the vehicle se...

  • Page 136

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-23 tire pressure light for vehicles with the tire pressure monitor system (tpms), this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides informati...

  • Page 137

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-24 instruments and controls this light is near the fuel gauge and comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working. It also comes on when the fuel tank ...

  • Page 138: Information Displays

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-25 lamps on reminder this light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use. See exterior lamp controls on page 6-1. Cruise control light the cruise control li...

  • Page 139

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-26 instruments and controls s or t : press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster. Press s to go back to the previous menu. Sel (select): press to open a menu or ...

  • Page 140

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-27 average fuel economy (base cluster): shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (l/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated...

  • Page 141

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-28 instruments and controls gap setting: when acc (if equipped) has been engaged, this page shows the current gap setting along with the vehicle ahead telltale. Battery voltage: shows ...

  • Page 142

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-29 { caution if you try to use the hud image as a parking aid, you may misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle. Do not use the hud image as a parking aid...

  • Page 143

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-30 instruments and controls to adjust the hud image: 1. Adjust the driver seat to a comfortable position. 2. Start the engine. Use the following settings to adjust the hud. $ (image ad...

  • Page 144

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-31 english audio/phone view: this display includes the information in speed view along with audio/phone information. The current radio station, media type, and...

  • Page 145: Vehicle Messages

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-32 instruments and controls clean the hud lens with a soft cloth sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe the lens gently, then dry it. Hud troubleshooting check that: . Nothing is covering th...

  • Page 146

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-33 transport mode on this message is displayed when the vehicle is in transport mode. Some features can be disabled while in this mode, including remote keyles...

  • Page 147

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-34 instruments and controls . The radar is not clean. Keep the radar sensors free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. Clean the entire front and/or rear of the vehicle. For cleaning in...

  • Page 148

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-35 conditioning compressor turns back on. The vehicle can continue to be driven. If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your dealer a...

  • Page 149

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-36 instruments and controls next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. A...

  • Page 150

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-37 automatic light control on/off this message is displayed when the exterior lamp control is in auto and the lights have turned on or off. See automatic headl...

  • Page 151

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-38 instruments and controls . Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance. This message may also be displayed if there is a problem with the...

  • Page 152

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-39 service automatic collision prep if this message displays, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system. Service driver assist system if this messag...

  • Page 153

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-40 instruments and controls take steering if lka does not detect active driver steering, an alert and chime may be provided. Move the steering wheel to dismiss. See lane keep assist (l...

  • Page 154

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-41 traction control on this message may display when the traction control system (tcs) has been turned on. See traction control/electronic stability control on...

  • Page 155

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-42 instruments and controls service keyless start system this message is displayed if there is a problem with the pushbutton start system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. ...

  • Page 156

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-43 appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). See manual mode on page 9-26. Shift to park this message displays when the transm...

  • Page 157: Vehicle

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-44 instruments and controls vehicle personalization use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features. The following are all possible p...

  • Page 158

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-45 valet mode (if equipped) this will lock the infotainment system and steering wheel controls. It may also limit top speed, power, and access to vehicle stora...

  • Page 159

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-46 instruments and controls . Maximum startup volume . Audio cue volume manage favorites this allows favorites to be edited. Select a displayed favorite to edit. Select rename to renam...

  • Page 160

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-47 auto rear defog when set to on, the front defog will automatically react to temperature and humidity conditions that may cause fogging. Select off or on. Co...

  • Page 161

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-48 instruments and controls comfort and convenience select and the following may display: . Auto memory recall . Easy exit options . Chime volume . Reverse tilt mirror . Rain sense wip...

  • Page 162

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-49 . Delayed door lock unlocked door anti-lockout when on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open. If off is selected, the d...

  • Page 163

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-50 instruments and controls select off, on with horn chirp, or on. Remote left in vehicle alert this feature sounds an alert when the rke transmitter is left in the vehicle. Select off...

  • Page 164

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-51 display select and the following may display: . Mode . Proximity sensing . Calibrate touchscreen . Turn display off mode select to change the display screen...

  • Page 165: Universal Remote

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-52 instruments and controls universal remote system see radio frequency statement on page 13-12. Universal remote system programming if equipped, these buttons are in the overhead cons...

  • Page 166

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-53 hand-held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener receiver. 2. At the same time, press and hold both the hand-held transmitte...

  • Page 167

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-54 instruments and controls does not flash, press and hold the same button a second time for two seconds, then release it. Again, if the door does not move or the garage door lamp does...

  • Page 168

    Black plate (55,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 instruments and controls 5-55 reprogramming a single universal remote system button to reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. Do not release the b...

  • Page 169: Notes

    Black plate (56,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 5-56 instruments and controls 2 notes.

  • Page 170: Lighting

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 lighting 6-1 lighting exterior lighting exterior lamp controls . . . . . . . . 6-1 exterior lamps off reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 headlamp high/low-beam changer ....

  • Page 171

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 6-2 lighting and when the parking brake is released on manual transmission vehicles. Auto (automatic): automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting. ; ...

  • Page 172

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 lighting 6-3 . The intellibeam system can be disabled by the high/low-beam changer or the flash-to-pass feature. If this happens, the high/low-beam changer must be activated two times wit...

  • Page 173

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 6-4 lighting flash-to-pass this feature allows the high-beam headlamps to be used to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. Pull and hold the turn signal lever toward yo...

  • Page 174

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 lighting 6-5 the system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on ...

  • Page 175: Interior Lighting

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 6-6 lighting turn and lane-change signals move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. R...

  • Page 176

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 lighting 6-7 panel illumination control will set the lowest level to which the displays will automatically be adjusted. Courtesy lamps the courtesy lamps come on when any door is opened a...

  • Page 177: Lighting Features

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 6-8 lighting lighting features entry lighting the headlamps, taillamps, back-up lamps, license plate lamps, outside mirror lamps, exterior door handle lamps, dome lamps, and most of the i...

  • Page 178: Infotainment

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-1 infotainment system introduction infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 theft-deterrent feature . . . . . . . 7-2 overview . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 179

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-2 infotainment system the infotainment system has built-in features intended to help avoid distraction by disabling some functions when driving. These functions may gray out when they a...

  • Page 180

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-3 overview infotainment system overview the infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons on the faceplate and steering wheel controls. 1. Fav (favorite pag...

  • Page 181

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-4 infotainment system . For am, fm, or siriusxm ® (if equipped), press to seek to the previous strong station. 4. 6 (seek next/fast forward) . Press to seek the next track. . Press and ...

  • Page 182

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-5 nav: select the nav screen icon to display the last turn-by-turn maneuver if a destination was downloaded. See navigation on page 14-3. Settings: select the settin...

  • Page 183

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-6 infotainment system . Press the area just above the chrome bar and below the delete screen button to delete a favorite. . While a station is highlighted, press the move screen button....

  • Page 184

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-7 rear camera display and then select off or on. Press s back to go back to the previous menu. Park assist symbols: this feature will display symbols where objects a...

  • Page 185: Radio

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-8 infotainment system radio am-fm radio playing the radio while on the audio main page, press the radio button to cycle through the radio sources: am, fm, or siriusxm ® (if equipped) or...

  • Page 186

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-9 monitor and adjust many aspects of the audio signal so that your music will sound the same at a set volume level. The options are on and off. This feature is most ...

  • Page 187

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-10 infotainment system up to 25 preset stations can be stored under the following: am, fm, or siriusxm (if equipped): while on the active source main page, such as am, fm, and siriusxm...

  • Page 188

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-11 fm fm signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the radio has a built-in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference, s...

  • Page 189: Audio Players

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-12 infotainment system caution (continued) metallic tinting materials will not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Multi-band antenna the roof antenna is for onstar, siriusxm satellite...

  • Page 190

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-13 2. Insert a disc into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in the rest of the way. If the disc is damaged or improperly loaded, there is an error and the...

  • Page 191

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-14 infotainment system medium, medium-high, and high. Press s back to go to the previous menu. Bose audiopilot ® : if equipped, this feature can be turned on or off. See “bose ® audiop...

  • Page 192

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-15 root directory the root directory is treated as a folder. All files contained directly under the root directory are accessed prior to any root directory folders....

  • Page 193

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-16 infotainment system usb menu press the menu knob to display the usb menu and the following may display: browse: select to display the files and folders on the usb device. Tone setti...

  • Page 194

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-17 if the ipod is an unsupported model, it can still be listened to in the vehicle by connecting to the auxiliary input jack using a standard 3.5 mm (1/8 in) stereo...

  • Page 195

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-18 infotainment system genres: 1. Turn the menu knob to highlight and press to view the genres stored on the ipod. 2. Turn the menu knob to select a genre name to view a list of artist...

  • Page 196: Onstar System

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-19 if an auxiliary device has already been connected, but a different source is currently active, press the media faceplate button repeatedly to scroll through all ...

  • Page 197: Phone

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-20 infotainment system call 1-888-4-onstar (1-888-466-7827) to connect to an onstar advisor for assistance. See www.Onstar.Com for a detailed instruction guide, vehicle availability, d...

  • Page 198

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-21 warning (continued) taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving. Vehicl...

  • Page 199

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-22 infotainment system o knob during a call to change the volume level. The system maintains a minimum volume level. Bluetooth audio quality turn off the echo and noise cancellation fe...

  • Page 200

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-23 will be shown. If no devices have been paired, step two can be skipped. 2. Turn the menu knob and press to select manage phones. 3. Press the area just above the...

  • Page 201

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-24 infotainment system phone menu once a phone is connected and selected, the following may display: recent calls: turn the menu knob to highlight recent calls and press to select. Con...

  • Page 202

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-25 2. Turn the menu knob to highlight recent calls and press to select. If necessary, select between missed, recent, and sent calls by turning the menu knob to high...

  • Page 203

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-26 infotainment system ending a call to end a call, do one of the following: . Press the area just above the chrome bar and below the end screen button. . Press c on the steering wheel...

  • Page 204

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-27 is successfully entered, the system prompts you to provide a name for the paired cell phone. This name will be used to indicate which phones are paired and conne...

  • Page 205

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-28 infotainment system delete all name tags: this command deletes all stored name tags in the hands-free calling directory and the destinations directory. Using the “store” command 1. ...

  • Page 206

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-29 using the “dial” or “call” command 1. Press g . The system responds “ready,” followed by a tone. 2. Say “dial” or “call.” 3. Say the entire number without pausin...

  • Page 207

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-30 infotainment system . Press g to answer an incoming call when another call is active. The original call is placed on hold. . Press g again to return to the original call. . To ignor...

  • Page 208: Settings

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-31 the cell phone's normal prompt messages will go through their cycle according to the phone's operating instructions. Dual tone multi-frequency (dtmf) tones the b...

  • Page 209

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-32 infotainment system . Access or delete report card data or teen driver settings. Register or unregister a key any of the vehicle keys can be registered as a teen driver key. Label t...

  • Page 210: Trademarks And

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 infotainment system 7-33 manage settings the pin can be used to change these settings: audio volume limit: allows a maximum radio volume to be set. Teen driver speed warning: allows a wa...

  • Page 211

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 7-34 infotainment system fees and taxes: subscription fee, taxes, one time activation fee, and other fees may apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject t...

  • Page 212: Climate Controls

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 climate controls 8-1 climate controls climate control systems dual automatic climate control system (base) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 dual automatic climate control system (uplevel...

  • Page 213

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 8-2 climate controls 11. Recirculation automatic operation the system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the ...

  • Page 214

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 climate controls 8-3 to change the current mode, select one of the following: y (vent): air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. \ (bi-level): air is divided between the instrumen...

  • Page 215

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 8-4 climate controls indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on. The upper region of gridlines on the rear window are antenna lines and are not int...

  • Page 216

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 climate controls 8-5 dual automatic climate control system (uplevel) the climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation. Climate con...

  • Page 217

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 8-6 climate controls climate control touch screen the fan, air delivery mode, a/c mode, driver and passenger temperatures and sync settings can be controlled by pressing climate on the in...

  • Page 218

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 climate controls 8-7 driver and passenger temperatures can also be adjusted by pressing the controls on the touch screen. Sync (synchronized temperature): press sync on the touch screen t...

  • Page 219

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 8-8 climate controls @ (recirculation): press to alternate between recirculating air inside the vehicle or pulling in outside air. The indicator light on the button is lit when recirculat...

  • Page 220: Air Vents

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 climate controls 8-9 remote start climate control operation: if equipped with the remote vehicle start feature, the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely. Th...

  • Page 221: Maintenance

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 8-10 climate controls move the slats (2) to change the direction of the airflow. Additional air vents are beneath the windshield and the driver side and passenger side door windows. Thes...

  • Page 222

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 climate controls 8-11 during service, all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may al...

  • Page 223: Notes

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 8-12 climate controls 2 notes.

  • Page 224: Driving And

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-1 driving and operating driving information distracted driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 defensive driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 drunk driving . . . . ...

  • Page 225: Driving Information

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-2 driving and operating fuel fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62 california fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-64 fuels in foreign countries . . . 9...

  • Page 226

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-3 { warning taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving. Refer to the inf...

  • Page 227

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-4 driving and operating if the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down. If the ...

  • Page 228

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-5 steering in emergencies . There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking. . Holding both sides of the steering wheel...

  • Page 229

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-6 driving and operating material on the road. Learn to recognize warning clues — such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface — and slow down when yo...

  • Page 230

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-7 against engine damage. Colder spark plug ratings should also be used. Consult your dealer. For 3.6l engine only: . Keep the level at or near 0.5 l (0.5 qt) above...

  • Page 231

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-8 driving and operating { 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. A...

  • Page 232

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-9 { warning coasting downhill in n (neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering. Always have the ...

  • Page 233

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-10 driving and operating blizzard conditions being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use roadside service. See r...

  • Page 234

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-11 rocking method. See traction control/electronic stability control on page 9-34. { warning if the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you ...

  • Page 235

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-12 driving and operating tire and loading information label label example 1. Number of occupant seating positions 2. Maximum vehicle capacity weight 3. Size of the original equipment t...

  • Page 236

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-13 and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That w...

  • Page 237

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-14 driving and operating example 3 1. Vehicle capacity weight for example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract occupant weight @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 3. Available c...

  • Page 238: Starting And

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-15 if you put things inside the vehicle — like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else — they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or tur...

  • Page 239

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-16 driving and operating . Do not let the engine labor. Never lug the engine in high gear at low speeds. With a manual transmission, shift to the next lower gear. This rule applies at ...

  • Page 240

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-17 manual transmission if the vehicle is stationary, the ignition will turn off, and retained accessory power (rap) will remain active. See retained accessory pow...

  • Page 241

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-18 driving and operating the ignition will switch from acc/ accessory to off after five minutes to prevent battery rundown. On/run/start (green indicator light): this mode is for drivi...

  • Page 242

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-19 starting procedure (keyless access) 1. With the keyless access system, the rke transmitter must be in the vehicle. Press the engine start/stop button with the ...

  • Page 243

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-20 driving and operating to use the engine coolant heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is clipped to the diagonal brace on the pass...

  • Page 244

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-21 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you do not, it could be damag...

  • Page 245

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-22 driving and operating warning (continued) if you are towing a trailer, see driving characteristics and towing tips on page 9-68. If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine run...

  • Page 246: Engine Exhaust

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-23 parking if the vehicle has a manual transmission, before getting out of the vehicle, move the shift lever into r (reverse) if parking on a downhill slope. On a...

  • Page 247: Automatic

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-24 driving and operating warning (continued) . There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed. If unusual fumes...

  • Page 248

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-25 { warning it is 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. Do not...

  • Page 249

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-26 driving and operating { caution shifting out of p (park) or n (neutral) with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the ve...

  • Page 250

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-27 vehicles with dsc may either use the shift lever or the tap shift controls on the back of the steering wheel (if equipped) to manually shift the automatic tran...

  • Page 251: Manual Transmission

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-28 driving and operating the transmission will only allow shifting into gears appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). The transmission will not autom...

  • Page 252: Drive Systems

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-29 { warning if you skip a gear when downshifting, you could lose control of the vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Do not shift down more than one gea...

  • Page 253

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-30 driving and operating if driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle, a computer senses the wheels ar...

  • Page 254

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-31 if equipped with an electric parking brake (epb), the switch is on the center console for manual transmission vehicles, or on the left side of the instrument p...

  • Page 255

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-32 driving and operating 3. Push down momentarily on the epb switch. The epb is released when the red parking brake status light is off. If the amber parking brake warning light is on,...

  • Page 256

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-33 { caution driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking ...

  • Page 257: Ride Control Systems

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-34 driving and operating ride control systems traction control/ electronic stability control system operation the vehicle has a traction control system (tcs) and stabilitrak ® , an ele...

  • Page 258

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-35 if d comes on and stays on: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. 3. Start the engine. Drive the vehicle. If d comes on and stays on...

  • Page 259

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-36 driving and operating to turn off both tcs and stabilitrak, press and hold the g button until the traction off light i and stabilitrak off light g come on and stay on in the instrum...

  • Page 260

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-37 similar on a smooth road. Select a new setting whenever driving conditions change. Tour mode use for normal city and highway driving to provide a smooth, soft ...

  • Page 261: Cruise Control

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-38 driving and operating 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 do...

  • Page 262

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-39 the next 5 km/h or 5 mph mark on the speedometer, press +res up to the second detent. Set− (set/coast): press the control down briefly to set the speed and act...

  • Page 263

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-40 driving and operating reducing speed while cruise control is at a set speed if the cruise control system is already activated: . Press and hold set− down until the desired lower spe...

  • Page 264

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-41 adaptive cruise control if equipped with adaptive cruise control (acc), it allows the driver to select the cruise control set speed and following gap. Read thi...

  • Page 265

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-42 driving and operating j (on/off): press to turn the system on or off. The indicator turns white on the instrument cluster when acc is turned on. +res (resume/accelerate): press the ...

  • Page 266

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-43 the acc indicator displays in the instrument cluster and head-up display (hud). When the acc is active, the indicator will be lit green. Be mindful of speed li...

  • Page 267

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-44 driving and operating . Press and hold set– down until the desired lower speed is reached, then release it. . To decrease the vehicle speed in small increments, press set− down to t...

  • Page 268

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-45 approaching and following a vehicle the vehicle ahead symbol is in the instrument cluster and hud display. The vehicle ahead symbol only displays when a vehicl...

  • Page 269

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-46 driving and operating addition, the left and right sides of the safety alert seat will pulse three times, or three beeps will sound. See ”alert type” and “go notifier” in “collision...

  • Page 270

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-47 warning (continued) accelerates up to the set speed, especially when following a vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps. You could lose control of the vehicle ...

  • Page 271

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-48 driving and operating other vehicle lane changes acc will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in the lane. The brake may need to be manually applied. Do not use acc on...

  • Page 272: Driver Assistance

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-49 driver assistance systems this vehicle may have features that work together to help avoid crashes or reduce crash damage while driving, backing, and parking. R...

  • Page 273

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-50 driving and operating rear vision camera (rvc) when the vehicle is shifted into r (reverse), the rvc displays an image of the area behind the vehicle in the center stack display. Th...

  • Page 274

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-51 within a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground and below bumper level. These detection distances may be shorter during warmer or humid weather. Blocked sensor...

  • Page 275

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-52 driving and operating { warning the backing warning system only operates at speeds greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). It does not detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or obj...

  • Page 276

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-53 warning (continued) braking system. Before releasing the brakes, check the rvc screen and check the area around the vehicle to make sure it is safe to proceed....

  • Page 277

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-54 driving and operating (sbza), lane change alert (lca), and/or the active emergency braking system can help to avoid a crash or reduce crash damage. Forward collision alert (fca) sys...

  • Page 278

    Black plate (55,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-55 warning (continued) or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit visibi...

  • Page 279

    Black plate (56,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-56 driving and operating the collision alert control is on the steering wheel. Press [ to set the fca timing to far, medium, near, or on some vehicles, off. The first button press show...

  • Page 280

    Black plate (57,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-57 automatic collision preparation (acp) system when driving in a forward gear above 4 km/h (2.5 mph), acp may help reduce crash damage by applying the brakes. It...

  • Page 281

    Black plate (58,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-58 driving and operating warning (continued) it could respond to a turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, signs, and other non-moving objects. To override automatic braking, firmly press t...

  • Page 282

    Black plate (59,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-59 1. Sbza detection zone 2. Lca detection zone lca detection zones the lca sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, or...

  • Page 283

    Black plate (60,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-60 driving and operating from the side of the vehicle do not move further back when a trailer is towed. Use caution while changing lanes when towing a trailer. Lca may alert to objects...

  • Page 284

    Black plate (61,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-61 { warning the lka system does not continuously steer the vehicle. It may not keep the vehicle in the lane or give a lane departure warning (ldw) alert, even if...

  • Page 285: Fuel

    Black plate (62,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-62 driving and operating approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also provide an ldw alert by flashing a amber as the lane marking is c...

  • Page 286

    Black plate (63,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-63 if the vehicle has a yellow fuel cap, e85 or flexfuel can be used in the vehicle. See e85 or flexfuel on page 9-64. If the vehicle has a 2.5l l4 engine or a 3....

  • Page 287

    Black plate (64,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-64 driving and operating california fuel requirements if the vehicle is certified to meet california emissions standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet california specif...

  • Page 288

    Black plate (65,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-65 the fuel if the ethanol content is greater than 85%. Fuel mixtures that do not meet astm or cgsb specifications can affect driveability and could cause the mal...

  • Page 289

    Black plate (66,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-66 driving and operating to open the fuel door, push and release the rearward center edge of the door. Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few ...

  • Page 290

    Black plate (67,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-67 coupe – capless fuel system the coupe vehicle has a capless refueling system and does not have a fuel cap. The filling nozzle must be fully inserted and latche...

  • Page 291: Trailer Towing

    Black plate (68,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-68 driving and operating warning (continued) . Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and keep it in contact with the fill opening until fill...

  • Page 292

    Black plate (69,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-69 { warning when towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at the rear of the vehicle and enter if the liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most window is open. When...

  • Page 293

    Black plate (70,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-70 driving and operating caution (continued) the vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do...

  • Page 294

    Black plate (71,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-71 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then apply the parking brake and shift into p (park). 5. Release the brake pedal. Leaving after parking on a hill 1. Apply and hold...

  • Page 295

    Black plate (72,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-72 driving and operating curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. If there are a lot of options, equipment, passengers, or...

  • Page 296: Conversions And

    Black plate (73,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 driving and operating 9-73 safety chains always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from...

  • Page 297: Notes

    Black plate (74,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 9-74 driving and operating 2 notes.

  • Page 298: Vehicle Care

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-1 vehicle care general information general information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 california proposition 65 warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 california perchlo...

  • Page 299: General Information

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-2 vehicle care tire inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-54 tire rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-54 when it is time for new tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 300: Vehicle Checks

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit t...

  • Page 301

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-4 vehicle care this vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see servicing the airbag-equipped vehicle on page 3-32. Keep a record with all parts re...

  • Page 302

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-5 engine compartment overview 2.0l l4 engine.

  • Page 303

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-6 vehicle care 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See washer fluid on page 10-22. 2. Positive (+) battery terminal. See battery on page 10-25. 3. Engine coolant surge tank and press...

  • Page 304

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-7 2.5l l4 engine.

  • Page 305

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-8 vehicle care 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See washer fluid on page 10-22. 2. Positive (+) battery terminal. See battery on page 10-25. 3. Engine coolant surge tank and press...

  • Page 306

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-9 3.6l v6 engine.

  • Page 307

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-10 vehicle care 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See washer fluid on page 10-22. 2. Positive (+) battery terminal. See battery on page 10-25. 3. Engine coolant surge tank and pre...

  • Page 308

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-11 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. W...

  • Page 309

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-12 vehicle care { caution failure to use the recommended engine oil can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Check with your dealer or service provider on whet...

  • Page 310

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-13 when the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it indicates that an oil change is necessary. A change engine oil soon message comes on. See engine o...

  • Page 311

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-14 vehicle care 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...

  • Page 312

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-15 do not remove the cap to check the fluid level or to top off the fluid level. Remove the cap only when necessary to add the proper fluid until the level reaches the mi...

  • Page 313

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-16 vehicle care cooling system the cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. 2.0l l4 ltg engine 1. Engine coolant surge tank and pressure cap 2. En...

  • Page 314

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-17 { 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...

  • Page 315

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-18 vehicle care . Gives boiling protection up to 129°c (265°f), engine temperature. . Protects against rust and corrosion. . Will not damage aluminum parts. . Helps keep the proper en...

  • Page 316

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-19 dex-cool coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it. { warning steam an...

  • Page 317

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-20 vehicle care 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap from the top chamber when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is n...

  • Page 318

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-21 if the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service help right away. See roadside service on page 13-5. If the decision is made to lift...

  • Page 319

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-22 vehicle care if the engine coolant temperature gauge is no longer in the overheated area or the engine coolant temperature warning light no longer displays, the vehicle can be driv...

  • Page 320

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-23 brakes disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound can come an...

  • Page 321

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-24 vehicle care there are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: . The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear. When new li...

  • Page 322

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-25 { caution . Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake/clutch hydraulic system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in the ...

  • Page 323

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-26 vehicle care extended storage: remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger. All-wheel drive if the vehicle is equipped with all-wheel-dri...

  • Page 324

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-27 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. 2. Apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. Do not use the accelerator pedal...

  • Page 325

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-28 vehicle care pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. . To check the p (park) mechanism's holding ability: with the engin...

  • Page 326: Headlamp Aiming

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-29 headlamp aiming headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. If adjustme...

  • Page 327

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-30 vehicle care back-up lamps 1. Back-up bulb socket 2. Back-up lamp assembly to replace one of these bulbs: 1. Reach under the rear fascia and locate the back-up lamp assembly. 2. Re...

  • Page 328: Electrical System

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-31 4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of the bulb socket (1). 5. Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it i...

  • Page 329

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-32 vehicle care fuses and circuit breakers the wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces th...

  • Page 330

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-33 number usage 1 not used 2 not used 3 not used 4 body control module 6 5 not used 6 driver power seat 7 not used *8 headlamp washer relay 9 not used 10 not used 11 not ...

  • Page 331

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-34 vehicle care number usage 16 not used *17 headlamp washer 18 not used 19 antilock brake system pump 20 antilock brake system valve *21 air pump 22 not used 23 wiper control relay 2...

  • Page 332

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-35 number usage *54 air solenoid 55 transmission control module/ spare *56 headlamp low relay 57 headlamp high relay 58 starter 59 starter relay 60 run/crank relay *61 va...

  • Page 333

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-36 vehicle care to install the end cover, insert the tabs on the back of the cover into the slots in the instrument panel at the points shown. Align the clips with the slots in the in...

  • Page 334

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-37 item usage 2 spare 3 electric steering column lock 4 spare 5 heater, ventilation, and air conditioning control 6 tilt and telescope steering column 8 data link connect...

  • Page 335

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-38 vehicle care rear compartment fuse block the rear compartment fuse block is behind a cover on the driver side of the rear compartment. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of t...

  • Page 336

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-39 number usage 1 rear driver control module 2 left window 3 body control module 8 4 a/c inverter 5 passive entry passive start battery 1 6 body control module 4 7 heated...

  • Page 337: Wheels And Tires

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-40 vehicle care number usage 42 memory seat module 43 body control module 3 44 not used 45 battery regulated voltage control 46 engine control module battery 47 not used 48 not used 4...

  • Page 338

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-41 warning (continued) . Worn or old tires can cause a crash. If the tread is badly worn, replace them. . Replace any tires that have been damaged by impacts with pothole...

  • Page 339

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-42 vehicle care . Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and speed rating as the original equipment tires. Winter tires with the same speed rating as the original equ...

  • Page 340

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-43 normal driving conditions. See your dealer for wheel or sensor replacement. { caution using liquid sealants can damage the tire valves and tire pressure monitor sensor...

  • Page 341

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-44 vehicle care manufactured date. The first two digits represent the week (01-52) and the last two digits, the year. For example, the third week of the year 2010 would have a four-di...

  • Page 342

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-45 diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter b means belted-bias ply construction. (5) rim diameter : diameter of the wheel in inches. (6) service description : t...

  • Page 343

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-46 vehicle care identify the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand, and date of production. Gvwr : gross vehicle weight rating. See vehicle load limits on page 9-11. Gawr frt : g...

  • Page 344

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-47 on the tire placard. See tire pressure on page 10-47 and vehicle load limits on page 9-11. Radial ply tire : a pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the...

  • Page 345

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-48 vehicle care { caution neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good. Underinflated tires, or tires that do not have enough air, can result in: . Tire overloading and overh...

  • Page 346

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-49 of the tire valve to release air. Re-check the tire pressure with the tire gauge. Return the valve caps on the valve stems to keep out dirt and moisture and prevent le...

  • Page 347

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-50 vehicle care as an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more...

  • Page 348

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-51 when a low tire pressure condition is detected, the tpms illuminates the low tire pressure warning light on the instrument cluster. If the warning light comes on, stop...

  • Page 349

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-52 vehicle care tpms malfunction light and message the tpms will not function properly if one or more of the tpms sensors are missing or inoperable. When the system detects a malfunct...

  • Page 350

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-53 using a tpms relearn tool, in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear. See your dealer f...

  • Page 351

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-54 vehicle care 12. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the tire and loading information label. Tire inspection we recommend that the tires, inclu...

  • Page 352

    Black plate (55,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-55 use this rotation pattern if the vehicle has different size tires on the front and rear and they are non-directional. Different tire sizes should not be rotated front ...

  • Page 353

    Black plate (56,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-56 vehicle care when it is time for new tires factors such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions affect the wear rate of the tires. Treadw...

  • Page 354

    Black plate (57,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-57 the overall performance of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. Gm's tpc spe...

  • Page 355

    Black plate (58,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-58 vehicle care if the vehicle tires must be replaced with a tire that does not have a tpc spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction (r...

  • Page 356

    Black plate (59,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-59 (utqg) system does not apply to deep tread, winter tires, compact spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-pr...

  • Page 357

    Black plate (60,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-60 vehicle care conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive...

  • Page 358

    Black plate (61,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-61 warning (continued) a crash. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement. { caution the wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing ...

  • Page 359

    Black plate (62,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-62 vehicle care warning (continued) suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause loss of control and a crash. Use another type of traction devic...

  • Page 360

    Black plate (63,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-63 it is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving, especially if the tires are maintained properly. See tires on page 10-40. If air goes out of a tire, it is much mor...

  • Page 361

    Black plate (64,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-64 vehicle care than 6 mm (0.25 in), the tire is too severely damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective. If the tire has a puncture less than 6 mm (0.25 in) in t...

  • Page 362

    Black plate (65,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-65 the kit includes: 1. Selector switch (sealant/air or air only) 2. On/off button 3. Pressure gauge 4. Pressure deflation button 5. Tire sealant canister 6. Sealant/air ...

  • Page 363

    Black plate (66,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-66 vehicle care 1. Selector switch (sealant/air or air only) 2. On/off button 3. Pressure gauge 4. Pressure deflation button 5. Tire sealant canister 6. Sealant/air hose (clear) 7. Ai...

  • Page 364

    Black plate (67,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-67 6. Plug the power plug (8) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See power outlets on page 5-7. If the v...

  • Page 365

    Black plate (68,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-68 vehicle care 11. Press the on/off button (2) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off. The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and t...

  • Page 366

    Black plate (69,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-69 21. Dispose of the used sealant canister (5) and sealant/air hose (6) assembly at a local dealer or in accordance with local state codes and practices. 22. Replace wit...

  • Page 367

    Black plate (70,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-70 vehicle care 3. Pressure gauge 4. Pressure deflation button 5. Tire sealant canister 6. Sealant/air hose (clear) 7. Air only hose (black) 8. Power plug 9. Canister release button (...

  • Page 368

    Black plate (71,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-71 excess pressure by pressing the pressure deflation button (4) until the proper pressure reading is reached. This option is only functional when using the air only hose...

  • Page 369: Jump Starting

    Black plate (72,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-72 vehicle care 3. Remove the strap. 4. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit. To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps. Jump starting for more information...

  • Page 370

    Black plate (73,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-73 4. Discharged battery negative grounding point the jump start positive post (1) and negative post (2) are on the battery of the vehicle providing the jump start. The j...

  • Page 371

    Black plate (74,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-74 vehicle care warning (continued) your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water and get medical help immediately. { warning fans or other moving engine parts can injure you ...

  • Page 372: Towing The Vehicle

    Black plate (75,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-75 towing the vehicle { caution incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage. The damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Have the vehicle towed on...

  • Page 373

    Black plate (76,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-76 vehicle care . Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed. Dinghy towing { caution if the vehicl...

  • Page 374

    Black plate (77,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-77 3. Firmly set the parking brake. See parking brake (electric) on page 9-30 or parking brake (manual) on page 9-32. 4. Put the vehicle in p (park). 5. Securely attach t...

  • Page 375: Appearance Care

    Black plate (78,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-78 vehicle care appearance care exterior care locks locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. S...

  • Page 376

    Black plate (79,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-79 calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle's fi...

  • Page 377

    Black plate (80,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-80 vehicle care cleaning exterior lamps/ lenses, emblems, decals and stripes use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps, lenses, emb...

  • Page 378

    Black plate (81,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-81 can be removed by rubbing with a clean cloth. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 11-13. Tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires. { caut...

  • Page 379

    Black plate (82,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-82 vehicle care silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Underbody maintenance at least twice a year, spri...

  • Page 380

    Black plate (83,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-83 to prevent damage, do not clean the interior using the following cleaners or techniques: . Never use a razor or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interi...

  • Page 381

    Black plate (84,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-84 vehicle care to clean: 1. Saturate a clean lint-free colorfast cloth with water. Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet. 2. Remove excess ...

  • Page 382

    Black plate (85,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 vehicle care 10-85 { caution soaking or saturating leather, especially perforated leather, as well as other interior surfaces, may cause permanent damage. Wipe excess moisture from these...

  • Page 383

    Black plate (86,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 10-86 vehicle care use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. . The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is re...

  • Page 384: Service And

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 service and maintenance 11-1 service and maintenance general information general information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 cadillac premium care maintenance cadillac premium care maintenance ....

  • Page 385

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 11-2 service and maintenance technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like tires, brakes, batte...

  • Page 386: Cadillac Premium

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 service and maintenance 11-3 cadillac premium care maintenance your vehicle comes with the cadillac premium care maintenance. It is a maintenance program that covers select maintenance se...

  • Page 387

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 11-4 service and maintenance engine oil change when the change engine oil soon message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven under th...

  • Page 388

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 service and maintenance 11-5 . Check automatic transmission shift lock control function. See automatic transmission shift lock control function check on page 10-27. . Check parking brake ...

  • Page 389

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 11-6 service and maintenance maintenance schedule additional required services - normal 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi ...

  • Page 390

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 service and maintenance 11-7 footnotes — maintenance schedule additional required services - normal (1) or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent replacement may be needed ...

  • Page 391

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 11-8 service and maintenance maintenance schedule additional required services - severe 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi ...

  • Page 392: Special Application

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 service and maintenance 11-9 footnotes — maintenance schedule additional required services - severe (1) or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent replacement may be needed ...

  • Page 393: Additional

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 11-10 service and maintenance additional maintenance and care your vehicle is an important investment and caring for it properly may help to avoid future costly repairs. To maintain vehi...

  • Page 394

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 service and maintenance 11-11 lamps properly working headlamps, taillamps, and brake lamps are important to see and be seen on the road. . Signs that the headlamps need attention include...

  • Page 395

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 11-12 service and maintenance windshield for safety, appearance, and the best viewing, keep the windshield clean and clear. . Signs of damage include scratches, cracks, and chips. . Trai...

  • Page 396

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 service and maintenance 11-13 recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts recommended fluids and lubricants usage fluid/lubricant engine oil use only engine oil meeting the dexos1™ specifi...

  • Page 397

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 11-14 service and maintenance usage fluid/lubricant rear axle (limited slip differential) dexron ls gear 75w-90 (gm part no. 88862624, in canada 88862625). Rear axle/front axle (all-whee...

  • Page 398

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 service and maintenance 11-15 maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part gm part numbe...

  • Page 399: Maintenance Records

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 11-16 service and maintenance maintenance records after the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services perfo...

  • Page 400: Technical Data

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 technical data 12-1 technical data vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 service parts identification label . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 401: Vehicle Data

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 12-2 technical data vehicle data capacities and specifications the following approximate capacities are given in metric and english conversions. See recommended fluids and lubricants on p...

  • Page 402

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 technical data 12-3 application capacities metric english fuel tank 62.5 l 16.5 gal transfer case – awd 0.8 l 0.8 qt rear axle (with limited slip) 1.0 l 1.0 qt transmission fluid (pan rem...

  • Page 403

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 12-4 technical data engine drive belt routing 2.0l and 2.5l l4 engines 3.6l v6 engine.

  • Page 404: Customer

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 customer information 13-1 customer information customer information customer satisfaction procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1 customer assistance offices . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 405

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 13-2 customer information step two: if after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by your dealership without further help, in the u.S.,...

  • Page 406

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 customer information 13-3 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, ge...

  • Page 407

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 13-4 customer information canada general motors of canada limited canadian cadillac customer care centre, mail code: ca1-163-005 1908 colonel sam drive oshawa, ontario l1h 8p7 www.Gm.Ca 1...

  • Page 408

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 customer information 13-5 cadillac owner centre (canada) cadillacowner.Ca visit the cadillac owner centre: . Chat live with online help representatives. . Locate owner resources such as l...

  • Page 409

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 13-6 customer information . Emergency tow from a public road or highway: tow to the nearest cadillac dealer for warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven. As...

  • Page 410

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 customer information 13-7 service advisor will help you make arrangements and explain how to receive payment. . Alternative service: if assistance cannot be provided right away, the roads...

  • Page 411

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 13-8 customer information public transportation or fuel reimbursement if overnight warranty repairs are needed, and public transportation is used, the expense must be supported by origina...

  • Page 412

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 customer information 13-9 vehicles that were total losses in prior crashes. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle. A recycled original equipme...

  • Page 413

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 13-10 customer information give only the necessary information to police and other parties involved in the crash. For emergency towing see roadside service on page 13-5. Gather the follo...

  • Page 414

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 customer information 13-11 service bulletins service bulletins give additional technical service information needed to knowledgeably service general motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin...

  • Page 415: Reporting Safety

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 13-12 customer information radio frequency statement this vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that complies with part 15/part 18 of the federal communications commissio...

  • Page 416: Vehicle Data

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 customer information 13-13 reporting safety defects to the canadian government if you live in canada, and you believe that the vehicle has a safety defect, notify transport canada immedi...

  • Page 417

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 13-14 customer information event data recorders this vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (edr). The main purpose of an edr is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like s...

  • Page 418

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 customer information 13-15 onstar ® if the vehicle is equipped with onstar ® and has an active subscription, additional data may be collected through the onstar system. This includes inf...

  • Page 419: Notes

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 13-16 customer information 2 notes.

  • Page 420: Onstar

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  • Page 421: Onstar Services

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 14-2 onstar . Give onstar turn-by-turn navigation voice commands. Requires a specific onstar subscription plan. . Obtain the wifi network name, or service set identifier or ssid, and pass...

  • Page 422

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 onstar 14-3 security onstar provides services including stolen vehicle assistance, remote ignition block, and roadside assistance, if equipped. Onstar can unlock the vehicle doors remotel...

  • Page 423

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 14-4 onstar navigation system in the vehicle (if equipped). After the call ends, press the “go” button on the navigation screen to begin driving directions. If directions are downloaded t...

  • Page 424

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 onstar 14-5 onstar hands-free calling this service allows calls to be made and received from the vehicle. To make a call 1. Press = . System responds: “onstar ready.” 2. Say “call.” syste...

  • Page 425: Onstar Additional

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 14-6 onstar vehicle diagnostics onstar vehicle diagnostics can perform a vehicle check every month. It will check the engine, transmission, antilock brakes, and other major vehicle system...

  • Page 426

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 onstar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service provider must also have coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with onstar services. Service involving location in...

  • Page 427

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 14-8 onstar potential issues onstar cannot perform remote door unlock or stolen vehicle assistance after the vehicle has been off continuously for five days. After five days, onstar can c...

  • Page 428

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 onstar 14-9 may unlawfully intercept or access transmissions and private communications without consent. Onstar - software acknowledgements certain onstar components include libcurl and u...

  • Page 429

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 14-10 onstar uwe rommel, steve salisbury, dave smith, steven m. Schweda, christian spieler, cosmin truta, antoine verheijen, paul von behren, rich wales, mike white. This software is pro...

  • Page 430

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  • Page 431

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 i-2 index automatic door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13 headlamp system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-24 transmission flui...

  • Page 432

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 index i-3 child restraints infants and young children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-36 lower anchors and tethers for children . . . . . . . . .3-42 older children . . . . . ....

  • Page 433

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  • Page 434

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 index i-5 f features memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 filter, engine air cleaner . . . . . . . . . 10-15 flash-to-pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 ...

  • Page 435

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 i-6 index headlamps adaptive forward lighting (afl) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 436

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 index i-7 lamps (cont'd) messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-36 on reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25 reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 l...

  • Page 437

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 i-8 index m maintenance records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-16 maintenance and care additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-10 maintenance schedule . . . . . ...

  • Page 438

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 index i-9 onstar ® system, in brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-24 onstar ® additional information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-6 onstar ® connections . . . . . . . . . . 14-...

  • Page 439

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac ats owner manual (gmna-localizing-u.S./canada/mexico- 7707477) - 2015 - crc - 9/15/14 i-10 index r radio frequency identification (rfid) . . . . . . . . . 13-11 radio frequency statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-12 radios am-fm radio . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 440

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  • Page 441

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  • Page 442

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  • Page 443

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