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Cadillac CTS-V 2009 Owner's Manual

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Summary of CTS-V 2009

  • Page 1

    Seats and restraint system ............................. 1-1 head restraints ......................................... 1-2 front seats ............................................... 1-4 rear seats .............................................. 1-13 safety belts ........................................

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    General motors, gm, the gm emblem, cadillac, the cadillac crest & wreath, and the name cts are registered trademarks, and the name cts-v is a trademark, of general motors corporation. Music recognition technology and related data are provided by gracenote ® . Gracenote is the industry standard in mu...

  • Page 3: Canadian Owners

    This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. Gm reserves the right to make changes after that time without notice. For vehicles first sold in canada, substitute the name “general motors of canada limited” for cadillac motor car division wherever it appears in this manual. ...

  • Page 4: Caution:

    Safety warnings and symbols a circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “do not,” “do not do this” or “do not let this happen.” a box with the word caution is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning. { caution: these mean there is...

  • Page 5

    Vehicle symbol chart here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. 9 : airbag readiness light # : air conditioning ! : antilock brake system (abs) g : audio steering wheel controls or onstar ® $ : brake s...

  • Page 6: Notes

    ✍ notes vi.

  • Page 7: Section 1

    Head restraints ...............................................1-2 front seats ......................................................1-4 manual seats ................................................1-4 power seats ..................................................1-5 power lumbar ......................

  • Page 8: Head Restraints

    Head restraints the vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The vehicle’s rear seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions, but they are not adjustable. { caution: with head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, the...

  • Page 9

    Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The vehicle’s head restraints are not designed...

  • Page 10: Front Seats

    Front seats manual seats { caution: you can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not ...

  • Page 11: Power Seats

    Manual leg extension on vehicles with this feature, adjust the manual leg extension by reaching under it, in the pocketed area. Press the release button and pull or push to lengthen or shorten it. Release the button to lock it in place. Power seats on vehicles with power seats, the controls are loca...

  • Page 12: Power Lumbar

    The vertical control is used for reclining the seatback. See “power reclining seatbacks” under reclining seatbacks on page 1-10 for more information. Power lumbar the vehicle may have this feature. The driver and passenger seatback lumbar support can be adjusted by moving the control located on the ...

  • Page 13

    Power lumbar on vehicles with this feature: • press and hold the top of the control (b) to increase support to the top of the seatback and decrease support to the bottom of the lumbar. • press and hold the bottom of the control to decrease support to the top of the seatback and increase support to t...

  • Page 14: Memory Seat, Mirrors And

    Memory seat, mirrors and steering wheel on vehicles with the memory package the controls are located on the driver door. This feature is used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirror, and the steering wheel position if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telesco...

  • Page 15

    On vehicles with the keyless access system, automatic adjustment occurs when the driver door is opened. See “memory seat recall” under dic vehicle customization on page 3-72 for more information. To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the power seat controls, memory ...

  • Page 16: Reclining Seatbacks

    Reclining seatbacks manual reclining seatbacks { caution: you can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only wh...

  • Page 17

    To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the recline lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to an upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying ...

  • Page 18: Caution:

    { caution: sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap be...

  • Page 19: Rear Seats

    Rear seats split folding rear seat the vehicle may have a split folding rear seat. To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks: 1. Pull forward on the tab, located on the outboard side of the seatback, to unlock the seatback. Notice: folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause ...

  • Page 20: Safety Belts

    Safety belts safety belts: they are for everyone this section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. { caution: do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) ar...

  • Page 21

    In most states and in all canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: you never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a serious one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person w...

  • Page 22

    Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-16.

  • Page 23

    The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... Or the instrument panel... 1-17.

  • Page 24

    Or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. Questions and answers about safety belts q: will i be trapped in the vehicle aft...

  • Page 25

    Q: if i am a good driver, and i never drive far from home, why should i wear safety belts? A: you may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a crash — even one that is not your fault — you and your passenger(s) can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control,...

  • Page 26

    Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it...

  • Page 27: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way. { caution: you can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit snugly against ...

  • Page 28: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. { caution: you can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal in...

  • Page 29: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is buckled in the wrong buckle. { caution: you can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious ...

  • Page 30: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is over an armrest. { caution: you can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, an...

  • Page 31: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. { caution: you can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head an...

  • Page 32: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is behind the body. { caution: you can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You mig...

  • Page 33: Caution:

    Q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is twisted across the body. { caution: you can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retaile...

  • Page 34: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Lap-shoulder belt all seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “seats” in the index. 2. Pick up the latch plate an...

  • Page 35

    5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Before ...

  • Page 36

    Shoulder belt height adjuster the vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder. The belt should be away from the face and neck, but not falling off the sh...

  • Page 37

    Rear safety belt comfort guides rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head. There is one g...

  • Page 38: Caution:

    3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. { caution: a safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt shoul...

  • Page 39: Safety Belt Extender

    Safety belt use during pregnancy safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below...

  • Page 40: Child Restraints

    Child restraints older children older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child...

  • Page 41: Caution:

    Q: what is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. Thi...

  • Page 42: Caution:

    { caution: never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward inc...

  • Page 43: Caution:

    Infants and young children everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the united states and in ev...

  • Page 44: Caution:

    { caution: never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) infant will suddenly become a 240 lb (1...

  • Page 45: Caution:

    { caution: never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing ...

  • Page 46: Caution:

    Q: what are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or n...

  • Page 47: Caution:

    { caution: a young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. Thi...

  • Page 48: Caution:

    A booster seat (c-d) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. Securing an add-on child restraint in the vehicle { caution: a child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restr...

  • Page 49: Caution:

    System. See lower anchors and tethers for children (latch) on page 1-45 for more information. A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may ...

  • Page 50: Caution:

    Where to put the restraint according to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. We recommend that children and child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including: an inf...

  • Page 51: Children (Latch)

    Caution: (continued) secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. See p...

  • Page 52

    Lower anchors lower anchors (a) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each latch seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (b). Top tether anchor a top tether (a, c) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top te...

  • Page 53

    Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and fol...

  • Page 54: Caution:

    The top tether anchors are located under the covers on the rear seatback filler panel. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a nat...

  • Page 55: Caution:

    { caution: do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries d...

  • Page 56

    2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. 2.2. Press the ribbed area of the cover to o...

  • Page 57: Rear Seat Position

    If the position you are using has a fixed head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the head restraint. 3. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. Securing a child restraint in a rear seat position when securing a child restrai...

  • Page 58

    3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-52.

  • Page 59

    5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child re...

  • Page 60: Right Front Seat Position

    Securing a child restraint in the right front seat position this vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See where to put the restraint on page 1-44. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right ...

  • Page 61

    Caution: (continued) secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. See p...

  • Page 62

    4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-56.

  • Page 63

    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 belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child re...

  • Page 64: Airbag System

    Airbag system the vehicle has the following airbags: • a frontal airbag for the driver. • a frontal airbag for the right front passenger. • a seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver. • a seat-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger. • a roof-rail airbag for the driver and pas...

  • Page 65: Caution:

    Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { caution: you can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed ...

  • Page 66: Caution:

    { caution: children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag sy...

  • Page 67: Where Are The Airbags?

    Where are the airbags? The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-61.

  • Page 68

    The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows. Driver side shown, passenger ...

  • Page 69: Caution:

    { caution: if something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not...

  • Page 70

    Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds. For example: • if the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object. • if the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inflate at a different crash s...

  • Page 71

    What makes an airbag inflate? In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part o...

  • Page 72: Airbag Inflates?

    What will you see after an airbag inflates? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they deploy. S...

  • Page 73: Passenger Sensing System

    In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag ...

  • Page 74: Caution:

    The passenger sensing system turns off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbag, seat-mounted side impact airbags and the roof-rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of t...

  • Page 75: Caution:

    The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger airbag if: • the right front passenger seat is unoccupied. • the system determines an infant is present in a child restraint. • a right front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. • or, if t...

  • Page 76

    If the on indicator is lit for a child restraint if a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle. 3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat m...

  • Page 77

    If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 3. Place the sea...

  • Page 78: Caution:

    A wet seat can affect the performance of the passenger sensing system. Here is how: • the passenger sensing system may turn off the passenger airbag when liquid is soaked into the seat. If this happens, the off indicator will be lit, and the airbag readiness light on the instrument panel will also b...

  • Page 79: Adding Equipment To Your

    Adding equipment to your airbag-equipped vehicle q: is there anything i might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: yes. If you add things that change the vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airba...

  • Page 80: Restraint System Check

    Restraint system check checking the restraint systems safety belts now and then, check the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt ...

  • Page 81: After A Crash

    Replacing restraint system parts after a crash { caution: a crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working prop...

  • Page 82: Notes

    ✍ notes 1-76.

  • Page 83: Section 2

    Keys ...............................................................2-3 remote keyless entry (rke) system ................2-5 remote keyless entry (rke) system operation ...................................................2-6 keyless access system ...................................2-8 keyless access...

  • Page 84: Section 2

    Object detection systems ...............................2-54 ultrasonic rear parking assist (urpa) ............2-54 onstar ® system .............................................2-56 universal home remote system ......................2-60 universal home remote system operation (with one triangular le...

  • Page 85: Keys

    Keys { caution: leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition a...

  • Page 86

    This key is used for the driver door, ignition, and glove box. This key, located inside the keyless access transmitter, is used for the driver door, glove box, and rear seat pass-through door. See “rear seat pass-through door” under trunk on page 2-19 for more information. To remove the key, press t...

  • Page 87: System

    Remote keyless entry (rke) system if this vehicle has the remote keyless entry (rke) system, it operates on a radio frequency subject to federal communications commission (fcc) rules and with industry canada. This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following t...

  • Page 88: System Operation

    Remote keyless entry (rke) system operation the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter functions work up to 65 feet (20 m) away from the vehicle. There are other conditions that can affect the performance of the transmitter. See remote keyless entry (rke) system on page 2-5. Q (lock): press to lock ...

  • Page 89

    Programming transmitters to the vehicle only rke transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer/retailer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to the vehicle, all remaining transmitters...

  • Page 90: Keyless Access System

    Keyless access system your vehicle may have a keyless access system that operates on a radio frequency subject to federal communications commission (fcc) rules and with industry canada. This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This ...

  • Page 91

    Keyless unlocking with the keyless access transmitter in range, approach the front door to unlock it and pull the handle to open the door. All doors will unlock when you approach the vehicle with the keyless access transmitter and open the driver’s door. With the keyless access transmitter in range,...

  • Page 92

    For vehicles with the memory feature, press k on the keyless access transmitter to program and recall the memory settings. See memory seat, mirrors and steering wheel on page 1-8 for more information. / (remote start): press to operate the remote start feature. See remote vehicle start on page 2-14 ...

  • Page 93

    4. Turn the key to the unlock position five times within five seconds. 5. The driver information center (dic) displays ready to learn electronic key #2, 3 or 4. 6. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle. The transmitter pocket is inside...

  • Page 94

    The procedure requires three, ten minute cycles to complete the matching process. 1. The vehicle must be off. 2. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between th...

  • Page 95

    Starting the vehicle with a low transmitter battery replace the battery if the replace battery in remote key message displays in the dic. See “replace battery in remote key” under dic warnings and messages on page 3-58 for additional information. If the transmitter battery is weak, the dic may displ...

  • Page 96: Remote Vehicle Start

    Remote vehicle start this vehicle may have a remote starting feature that allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. It may also start the vehicle’s automatic climate control system. When the remote start system is active, the climate control system heats and cools the inside of the ve...

  • Page 97

    The remote vehicle start feature provides two separate starts, each with 10 minutes of engine running, or it provides one start with 10 minutes of engine running that may be extended 10 more minutes. If the transmitter lock button is pressed and released and then the remote start button is pressed a...

  • Page 98: Doors And Locks

    Doors and locks door locks { caution: unlocked doors can be dangerous. • passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors...

  • Page 99: Power Door Locks

    Power door locks the power door lock switches are located on the front doors. " (unlock): press to unlock the doors. Q (lock): remove the key from the ignition and press to lock the doors. Delayed locking with this feature, you can delay the actual locking of the doors. When the power door lock swit...

  • Page 100: Rear Door Security Locks

    Rear door security locks the vehicle has rear door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. The rear doors must be open to access them. The label showing lock and unlock positi...

  • Page 101: Lockout Protection

    Lockout protection if the power door lock switch is pressed when the key is in the ignition and a door is open, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock. If the doors are closed, they can be locked by using the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. Be sure to remove the key fro...

  • Page 102

    Trunk lock release on vehicles with this feature, the remote trunk release button is located on the lower portion of the driver door. To use the remote trunk release, the shift lever must be in p (park) or n (neutral) for a vehicle with an automatic transmission. The shift lever must be in n (neutra...

  • Page 103

    Close the trunk by pulling on the handle. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. Rear-seat pass through if the vehicle has the rear seat-pass through door, the trunk can be accessed through the rear seat. This is useful when transporting long items. To open the door, pull down the rear seat armrest. T...

  • Page 104: Windows

    Windows { caution: leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with ...

  • Page 105: Power Windows

    Power windows { caution: leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function and they could be seriously in...

  • Page 106

    Express-down window this feature is on all windows. Press the switch to the second position and release the switch to activate the express-down feature. To stop the window as it is lowering, pull up briefly on the switch again. Express-up window this feature is on the front windows. Pull the switch ...

  • Page 107: Caution:

    Express window anti-pinch override { caution: if express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before you use express override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path. In an e...

  • Page 108: Theft-Deterrent Systems

    Theft-deterrent systems vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they do not make it impossible to steal. Theft-deterrent system if your vehicle has this feature, the security light is located on the instrument panel cluster. To ac...

  • Page 109: Immobilizer

    Testing the alarm the alarm can be tested by following these steps: 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s window and open the driver’s door. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the transmitter. 3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait for the security light to go out....

  • Page 110

    Immobilizer operation (key access) your vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition. The theft-deterrent system is disarmed when the key is turned to on/run. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. The securi...

  • Page 111: Immobilizer Operation

    Immobilizer operation (keyless access) your vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically armed when the ignition control knob is turned to lock/off. The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition control knob is pushed in and a valid transmitter is found in the ...

  • Page 112: Vehicle

    Starting and operating your vehicle new vehicle break-in notice: your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines for the first 500 miles (805 km): • do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow. • do not exceed 70 mp...

  • Page 113

    Ignition positions (key access) the key can be turned to four different positions. To shift out of p (park), the ignition must be in the on/run or acc/accessory and the brake pedal must be applied. Notice: using a tool to force the key from its cylinder could cause damage or break the key. Use the c...

  • Page 114

    Ignition positions (keyless access) you can turn the ignition control knob to four different positions. To shift out of p (park), ignition must be in the on/run or acc/accessory and the regular brake pedal must be applied. Using a tool to force the ignition control knob from its cylinder could damag...

  • Page 115: Starting The Engine

    Retained accessory power (rap) these vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: • audio system • power windows • sunroof (if equipped) power to the audio system will work up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened. Power to the windows or sunroof wi...

  • Page 116

    Starting procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to start. If the vehicle has the keyless access system, make sure there is a keyless access transmitter in the vehicle. When the engine starts, let go of the ignition. The idle speed will go down as your engine get...

  • Page 117: Engine Coolant Heater

    Engine coolant heater vehicles with the engine coolant heater can use this option in cold weather conditions at or below 0°f ( − 18°c) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the coolant heater at least four hours before starting your vehicle. An internal thermosta...

  • Page 118: Caution:

    Automatic transmission operation the shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. There are several different positions for the shift lever. P (park): this position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot mov...

  • Page 119: Caution:

    Notice: shifting to r (reverse) while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to r (reverse) only after the vehicle is stopped. R (reverse): use this gear to back up. At low vehicle speeds, r (reverse) can be used t...

  • Page 120

    M (manual mode): this position allows the driver to select the range of gears appropriate for current driving conditions. If the vehicle has this feature, see driver shift control (dsc) later in this section. Notice: spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the acc...

  • Page 121

    Cts-v vehicles use tracer lights around the outside of the tachometer as a performance up-shift light. These tracers flash to indicate when to shift to the next higher gear to avoid the engine speed limit. See tachometer on page 3-34 for more information. While using the dsc feature, the vehicle wil...

  • Page 122

    Cts-v vehicles use tracer lights around the outside of the tachometer as a performance up-shift light. These tracers flash to indicate when to shift to the next higher gear to avoid the engine speed limit. See tachometer on page 3-34 for more information. While using the tap shift feature, the vehic...

  • Page 123: Caution:

    2 (second): press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2 (second). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. 3 (third), 4 (fourth), 5 (fifth) and 6 (sixth): shift into 3 (third), 4 (fourth), 5 (fifth) and 6 (sixth) the same way you ...

  • Page 124: Parking Brake

    Up-shift light cts vehicles with a manual transmission have an economy up-shift light on the instrument panel. This light shows when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy. When this light comes on, you can shift to the next higher gear if weather, road, and traffic conditions al...

  • Page 125

    If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster should come on. If it does not, you need to have the vehicle serviced. See brake system warning light on page 3-39 for more information. To release the parking brake, pull the release lever located to the left of t...

  • Page 126: Electric Parking Brake

    Electric parking brake { caution: on vehicles with a manual transmission, releasing the clutch and pressing the accelerator will release the electric parking brake. If the vehicle is not in a gear, the vehicle could move, and you or others could be injured. Make sure the vehicle is in a gear before ...

  • Page 127

    Epb apply the epb can be applied any time the vehicle is stopped. The epb is applied by momentarily lifting up on the epb switch. Once fully applied, the brake light will be on, and the dic message “park brake set” will be displayed. If the light does not come on, or is flashing, you need to have th...

  • Page 128

    Epb release to release the epb, turn the ignition switch to the on/run position, apply and hold the brake pedal, and push down momentarily on the epb switch. If you attempt to release the epb without the brake pedal applied, a chime will sound, and the dic message “press brake pedal to release park ...

  • Page 129: Shifting Into Park

    Shifting into park (automatic transmission) { caution: it can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in p (park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured...

  • Page 130: Caution:

    Leaving the vehicle with the engine running (automatic transmission) { caution: it can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in p (park) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engi...

  • Page 131: Parking The Vehicle

    If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See jump starting on page 5-46 for more information. To shift out of p (park) use the following: 1. Apply the brake pedal. 2. Then press the shift lever button. 3. Move the shift lever t...

  • Page 132: Engine Exhaust

    Engine exhaust { caution: engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to co can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: • the vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block un...

  • Page 133: Caution:

    Running the vehicle while parked it is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. { caution: idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide ...

  • Page 134: Mirrors

    Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirror this vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror with onstar ® controls. See onstar ® system on page 2-56 for more information. O (on/off): press to turn the dimming feature on or off. Automatic dimming mirror operation automatic dimming reduces ...

  • Page 135: Park Tilt Mirrors

    Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to return to its original position. Park tilt mirrors if the vehicle has the memory package, the passenger and/or driver’s outside mirror...

  • Page 136: Object Detection Systems

    Object detection systems ultrasonic rear parking assist (urpa) for vehicles with the urpa system, it operates at speeds less than 5mph (8 km/h), and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects while in r (reverse). The sensors on the rear bumper are used to detect the distance to an object ...

  • Page 137

    How the system works urpa comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into r (reverse). The rear display briefly illuminates to indicate the system is working. Urpa operates only at speeds less than 5 mph (8 km/h). If the vehicle is above this speed, the red light on the rear display will f...

  • Page 138: Onstar

    When the system does not seem to work properly if the urpa system will not activate due to a temporary condition, the message park assist off will be displayed on the dic and a red light will be shown on the rear urpa display when the shift lever is moved into r (reverse). This occurs under the foll...

  • Page 139

    Some services such as remote door unlock or stolen vehicle location assistance may not be available until the owner of the vehicle registers with onstar. After the first prepaid year, contact onstar to select a monthly or annual subscription payment plan. If a payment plan is not selected, the onsta...

  • Page 140

    Onstar services included with directions & connections plan • all safe and sound plan services • onstar turn-by-turn navigation (if equipped) or driving directions - advisor delivered • rideassist • information and convenience services onstar hands-free calling onstar hands-free calling allows eligi...

  • Page 141

    How onstar service works the onstar system can record and transmit vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an onstar call center when the onstar button is pressed, the emergency button is pressed, or if the airbags or aacn system deploy. This information usually includes the v...

  • Page 142: Universal Home Remote

    Universal home remote system the universal home remote system provides a way to replace up to three hand-held radio-frequency (rf) transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home lighting. This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is ...

  • Page 143

    Keep the original hand-held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future universal home remote programming. It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed universal home remote buttons should be erased for security purposes. See “erasing universal home remote...

  • Page 144

    3. At the same time, press and hold both the universal home remote button to be used to control the garage door and the hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the universal home remote button or the hand-held transmitter button until step 4 has been completed. Some entry gates and garage door ...

  • Page 145

    7. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. After you press this button, you will have 30 seconds to complete step 8. 8. Immediately return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the universal home remote button, chosen in step 3 to control the garage door, for two seconds, and then re...

  • Page 146: Storage Areas

    Using universal home remote press and hold the appropriate universal home remote button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing universal home remote buttons the programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the...

  • Page 147: Instrument Panel Storage

    Instrument panel storage your vehicle has a storage area located below the climate control systems. To access, push on the lid. Center console storage your vehicle has a center console with an upper and lower storage area. To access the upper storage area, lift the driver side lever on the front of ...

  • Page 148

    Express-close: to close the sunshade, fully press and release the front of the driver side switch. The sunshade will automatically close. To stop the sunshade partway, press the switch a second time. The sunshade will open automatically with the sunroof, but can also be opened manually. The passenge...

  • Page 149: Section 3

    Instrument panel overview ...............................3-4 hazard warning flashers ................................3-6 horn .............................................................3-6 tilt and telescopic steering wheel ...................3-6 power tilt wheel and telescopic steering column ......

  • Page 150: Section 3

    Malfunction indicator lamp .............................3-43 oil pressure light .........................................3-46 engine oil pressure gage .............................3-47 security light ...............................................3-48 fog lamp light ....................................

  • Page 151: Notes

    ✍ notes 3-3.

  • Page 152: Instrument Panel Overview

    Instrument panel overview cts shown, cts-v similar 3-4.

  • Page 153

    The main components of the instrument panel are the following: a. Outlet adjustment on page 3-29. B. Driver information center (dic) on page 3-50. C. Instrument panel brightness on page 3-20. D. Turn signal/multifunction lever on page 3-7. E. Instrument panel cluster on page 3-31. F. Windshield wipe...

  • Page 155: Steering Column

    Power tilt wheel and telescopic steering column for vehicles with this feature, the power tilt wheel control is located on the left side of the steering column. To operate the power tilt feature, push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. Push the control forward or rearward ...

  • Page 156

    Turn and lane-change signals an arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold it briefly until the lane change i...

  • Page 157: Flash-to-Pass

    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/multifunction lever toward you to use this feature. When this is done the following will occur: • if the headlamps are off, in low-beam or in...

  • Page 158: Rainsense™ Wipers

    1 (low speed): for slow, steady wiping cycles. 2 (high speed): for rapid wiping cycles. If the windshield wipers are in use for about six seconds while you are driving, the exterior lamps come on automatically if the exterior lamp control is in auto. See wiper activated headlamps on page 3-17 for mo...

  • Page 159

    Rainsense windshield wipers operate in a delay mode, as well as a continuous low or high speed as needed. Move the wiper lever up to the delay position and turn the band to one of five settings. The level one or lowest setting is at the bottom of the band. This setting lets more rain or snow collect...

  • Page 160: Windshield Washer

    Windshield washer { caution: in freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. K (washer fluid): press the button with this symbol, located at the end of the windshield washer lever, to wash th...

  • Page 161: Headlamp Washer

    After the first wipe cycle, it can take up to 20 seconds for each of the remaining cycles. The system will automatically turn off after four wipe cycles have been completed or press _ again to turn it off. Heated washer fluid system off displays on the dic. See dic warnings and messages on page 3-58...

  • Page 162: Cruise Control

    Cruise control { caution: cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel...

  • Page 163: Caution:

    Setting cruise control cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set, or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low. The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed. { caution: if you leave your cruise contr...

  • Page 164

    Reducing speed while using cruise control to reduce the vehicle’s speed while using cruise control: • press and hold the set– button on the steering wheel until the desired speed is reached, then release it. • to slow down in very small amounts, press the set– button on the steering wheel briefly. E...

  • Page 165: Headlamps

    Headlamps the exterior lamp control is located towards the end of the turn signal/multifunction lever. O (exterior lamp control): turn the band with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has four positions: o (off): turns off all lamps, except the daytime running...

  • Page 166

    Daytime running lamps (drl) daytime running lamps (drl) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in canada. The drl system will make either the reduced intensity low-beam headlamps or...

  • Page 167: Fog Lamps

    Light sensor the light sensor for the drl and auto headlamp feature is located on top of the instrument panel. If the sensor is covered, it will prevent it from sensing light, and the exterior lamps or the headlamps suggested message will appear on the dic whenever the ignition is on. Adaptive forwa...

  • Page 168: Entry Lighting

    Exterior lighting battery saver the exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to lock/off, if the parking lamps or headlamps have been left on. This protects against draining the battery. The battery saver does not work if the headlamps are turned on after the ignition is...

  • Page 169: Reading Lamps

    Reading lamps the reading lamps are located on the overhead console. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened. For manual operation, press the button next to each lamp to turn it on or off. If the reading lamps are left on, they automatically shut off 10 minutes after the ignition h...

  • Page 170: Accessory Power Outlet(S)

    Battery run-down protection this feature helps to prevent battery drain if accessory lamps are left on. If accessory lamps such as the vanity mirror, cargo, reading, console, or glove box are left on, they automatically time-out after about 20 minutes. To reset the battery protection, all of the abo...

  • Page 171: Analog Clock

    Ashtray(s) and cigarette lighter the vehicle may have two removable ashtrays and cigarette lighters. One ashtray can be placed into the instrument panel storage compartment and the other into the center console rear compartment. To use the lighter, push it in all the way and let go. When it is ready...

  • Page 172: Climate Controls

    Climate controls dual climate control system the heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. A. Display b. Fan control c. Power d. Auto e. Pass (passenger climate control) f. Defrost g. Air delivery mode control h. Temperature control and heated seat i. Air ...

  • Page 173

    English can be changed to metric units through the driver information center (dic). See dic vehicle customization on page 3-72. Q / r (temperature control): the temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the passenger. Press to increase or decrease the automatic temperature settings. ...

  • Page 174

    The outboard air outlets always receive some airflow in every mode, except defrost. 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 instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets. In automati...

  • Page 175

    M / f (recirculation/outside air): press this button to switch between recirculation and outside air modes. The indicator light comes on to show which mode is being used. The recirculation mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air a...

  • Page 176

    Heated and ventilated seats: press to heat or ventilate the seat. See heated and ventilated seats on page 1-7. _ (heated windshield washer, if equipped): for more information, see windshield washer on page 3-12. Remote start climate control operation: for vehicles with remote vehicle start feature a...

  • Page 177: Outlet Adjustment

    The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to adjust the fan speed and the air delivery, in order to maintain the selected temperature. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The recirculation mode will also be activated, as necessary...

  • Page 178: Indicators

    To replace the passenger compartment air filter: 1. Turn the ignition to on/run with the engine off. 2. Turn on the windshield wipers and turn the ignition off again when the wipers are straight up on the windshield. This allows access to the leaf screen. The passenger compartment air filter is loca...

  • Page 179: Instrument Panel Cluster

    Instrument panel cluster the instrument panel cluster is designed to indicate how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle is going, how much fuel the vehicle has used and many of the other things needed to drive safely and economically. United states automatic transmission cluster show...

  • Page 180

    United states v–series automatic transmission cluster shown, manual and canada similar 3-32.

  • Page 181: Speedometer And Odometer

    Speedometer and odometer the speedometer shows the vehicle speed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the united states) or kilometers (used in canada). If the vehicle has to have a new odometer...

  • Page 182: Tachometer

    Tachometer the tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Notice: if the engine is operated with the tachometer in the shaded warning area, the vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not operate the engine with the tachom...

  • Page 183: Safety Belt Reminders

    Safety belt reminders safety belt reminder light when the engine is started, a chime sounds for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light comes on and stays on for several seconds, then flashes for several...

  • Page 184: Airbag Readiness Light

    Airbag readiness light the system checks the airbag’s electrical system for possible malfunctions. If the light stays on it indicates there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic mo...

  • Page 185: Caution:

    Passenger airbag status indicator the vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See passenger sensing system on page 1-67 for important safety information. The instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator. When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light on a...

  • Page 186: Charging System Light

    Charging system light this light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to start, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. The light should go out once the engine starts. If it stays on, or comes on ...

  • Page 187: Caution:

    Brake system warning light this vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop the vehicle. For good braking both parts need to be working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake sys...

  • Page 188: Warning Light

    For vehicles with the electric park brake (epb), this light should come on briefly when ignition is turned to on/run. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If this light comes on there is a problem with a system on the vehicle that is causing t...

  • Page 189: Stabilitrak

    Stabilitrak ® /traction control system (tcs) warning light the traction control system (tcs)/stabilitrak warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes...

  • Page 190: Tire Pressure Light

    Engine coolant temperature gage this gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the engine coolant overheats the engine coolant temperature warning light will come on. See engine overheating on page 5-37 and engine coolant temperature warning light on page 3-41 for more information. Tire pressure...

  • Page 191: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Malfunction indicator lamp check engine light a computer system called obd ii (on-board diagnostics-second generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. It makes sure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a clean...

  • Page 192

    This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways: light flashing: a misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. The following can prevent more serious damag...

  • Page 193

    If none of the above have made the light turn off, your dealer/retailer can check the vehicle. The dealer/retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed. Emissions inspection and maintenance programs some state/provi...

  • Page 194: Oil Pressure Light

    Oil pressure light for vehicles with an oil pressure light, if there is a problem with the oil, the light may stay on after the engine is started, or comes on while driving. This light indicates that oil is not going through the engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated. The engine could be low on...

  • Page 195: Engine Oil Pressure Gage

    Engine oil pressure gage for vehicles with an engine oil pressure gage. It shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kpa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosit...

  • Page 196: Security Light

    Security light for information regarding this light and the vehicle’s security system, see theft-deterrent system on page 2-26. Fog lamp light the fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See fog lamps on page 3-19 for more informat...

  • Page 197: Highbeam On Light

    Highbeam on light this light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See headlamp high/low-beam changer on page 3-8 for more information. Fuel gage the fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank. It works only when the ignition is in the on/run position. An arrow on th...

  • Page 198: Boost Gage

    Boost gage for the cts-v, this gage is located in the instrument panel cluster. This gage indicates positive manifold pressure which is the induction air pressure level in the intake manifold before it enters the combustion chamber. This gage reads zero under light throttle before boost is generated...

  • Page 199

    Dic operation and displays the driver information center (dic) has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the dic buttons located on the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. 3 trip/fuel: press this button to scroll through the trip and fuel displays. See “trip/fuel display men...

  • Page 200

    Fuel range this display shows the approximate number of remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) you can drive without refilling the fuel tank. This estimate is based on the current driving conditions and changes if the driving conditions change. For example, if you are driving in traffic and making ...

  • Page 201

    Speedometer this display shows a digital speedometer in the dic. The speed displays in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). To change the units from english to metric, see “units” later in this section. Blank display this display shows no information. Vehicle information displa...

  • Page 202

    Tire pressure the pressure for each tire can be viewed in the dic. The tire pressure is shown in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kpa). Press the vehicle information button until the dic displays front tire psi (kpa) left ## right ##. Press the vehicle information button again unt...

  • Page 203

    Relearn remote key if the vehicle has the remote keyless entry (rke) system, this display allows you to match the transmitter to the vehicle. If the vehicle has the keyless access system, see keyless access system operation on page 2-8 for instructions on matching a keyless access transmitter to the...

  • Page 204: Dic Compass

    Dic compass the vehicle may have a compass in the driver information center (dic). Compass zone the zone is set to zone eight. If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area, the variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone. To adjust for compass variance, use the following proced...

  • Page 205

    Compass calibration the compass can be manually calibrated. Only calibrate the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location, such as an open parking lot, where driving the vehicle in circles is not a danger. It is suggested to calibrate away from tall buildings, utility wires, manhole covers, o...

  • Page 206: Dic Warnings And Messages

    Dic warnings and messages messages are displayed on the dic to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another. Some messages may not require immediate action, but y...

  • Page 207

    Automatic light control off this message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned off. Automatic light control on this message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned on. Battery saver active this message displays when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping below ex...

  • Page 208

    Calibrating drive in circles this message displays when calibrating the compass. Drive the vehicle in circles at less than 5 mph (8 km/h) to complete the calibration. See dic compass on page 3-56 for more information. Calibration complete this message displays when the compass calibration is complet...

  • Page 209

    Differential hot, reduce speed (cts-v only) this message displays and a chime sounds if the differential fluid temperature exceeds 300°f (150°c). Driving aggressively or at high speeds can cause the differential fluid temperature to be higher than normal. If this message appears, you may continue to...

  • Page 210

    If moving the transmitter to different locations within the vehicle does not help, place the transmitter in the center console transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle and then start the vehicle. • the vehicle’s battery voltage is low. The battery voltage must be above 10 ...

  • Page 211

    Engine oil low add oil if the vehicle has an oil level sensor, this message displays if the oil level in the vehicle is low. Check the oil level and correct it as necessary. You may need to let the vehicle cool or warm up and cycle the ignition to be sure this message clears. This message clears its...

  • Page 212

    Heated washer fluid system off if the vehicle has this feature, this message displays when you manually turn off the heated windshield washer fluid system or when the system automatically turns off. See “heated windshield washer” under windshield washer on page 3-12 for more information. This messag...

  • Page 213

    Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible when this message is displayed. Park brake released for vehicles with the electric parking brake, this message displays when t...

  • Page 214

    Rainsense wipers active if the vehicle has this feature, this message displays while the rainsense™ wipers are active. See rainsense™ wipers on page 3-10 for more information. Ready to learn electronic key # x if the vehicle has the keyless access system, this message displays while matching new tra...

  • Page 215

    Service a/c system this message displays when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer/retailer if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency. Service all wheel drive ...

  • Page 216

    Service brake system this message displays, while the ignition is on, when the brake fluid level is low. The brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster also comes on. See brake system warning light on page 3-39 for more information. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer/retai...

  • Page 217

    Service theft deterrent system this message displays when there is a problem with the theft-deterrent system programmed in the key. A fault has been detected in the system which means that the system is disabled and it is not protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts; however, you may wan...

  • Page 218

    Speed limited to xxx mph (km/h) this message displays when the vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph (128 km/h) because the vehicle detects a problem in the speed variable assist steering, magnetic ride control, or automatic leveling control systems. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. S...

  • Page 219

    • the message could display if the stability system takes longer than usual to complete its diagnostic checks due to driving conditions. • the message displays if an engine or vehicle related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service. See your dealer/retailer. The message turns off as ...

  • Page 220: Dic Vehicle Customization

    Transmission hot idle engine this message displays when the transmission fluid in the vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until the transmission cools down or until this message is removed. Trunk open this message displays when the trunk is not closed completely. Make sure that...

  • Page 221

    Feature settings menu items the following are customization features that allow you to program settings to the vehicle: display in english this feature will only display if a language other than english has been set. This feature allows for changing the language of the dic messages back to english. ...

  • Page 222

    Auto door lock this feature allows you to select when the vehicle’s doors will automatically lock. See programmable automatic door locks on page 2-17 for more information. Press the customization button until auto door lock appears on the dic display. Press the set/reset button once to access the se...

  • Page 223

    All in park (default on automatic transmission) (automatic transmission only): all of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into p (park). No change: no change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired...

  • Page 224

    Remote door unlock this feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry (rke) or keyless access transmitter, or when the vehicle is automatically unlocked using the keyless unlock feature. You will not receive feedback when ...

  • Page 225

    No change: no change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the dic. Exit lighting this feature allows you to select the amount of time you want the exterior lamps to remain on when it i...

  • Page 226

    Factory settings this feature allows you to set all of the customization features back to their factory default settings. Press the customization button until factory settings appears on the dic display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the menu up/...

  • Page 227

    A person approaching the outside of the locked vehicle without an authorized keyless access transmitter, however, will not be able to open the door, even with a transmitter in the vehicle. See keyless access system operation on page 2-8 for more information. You may temporarily disable the keyless l...

  • Page 228

    All doors: all doors will automatically unlock when you approach the vehicle with the keyless access transmitter and open the driver’s door. No change: no change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting i...

  • Page 229

    Park tilt mirrors if the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select whether or not the outside mirror(s) will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into r (reverse). See park tilt mirrors on page 2-53 for more information. Press the customization button until park tilt mirrors a...

  • Page 230

    Button and automatic (key access default): if the features are enabled though the easy exit setup menu, the driver’s seat will move back, and if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature, the power steering column will move up and forward when the key is removed from the i...

  • Page 231

    Memory seat recall if the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature. See memory seat, mirrors and steering wheel on page 1-8 for more information. Press the customization button until memory seat recall appears on the dic display. Pre...

  • Page 232

    Gage tracers if the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the gage tracers in the speedometer and tachometer off or on. Off: the gage tracers feature will be disabled. On (default): the gage tracers feature will be enabled. No change: no change will be made to this feature. The current set...

  • Page 233: Audio System(S)

    Audio system(s) determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features. { caution: taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others. Do not give extended attention to entertainment ta...

  • Page 234: Radio(S)

    Radio(s) the vehicle may have one of these radios as its audio system. If the vehicle does not have one of these radio systems, it may have a navigation radio system. See the navigation system manual for more information on the navigation audio system. If the vehicle has one of these radios, it has ...

  • Page 235

    The radio with dvd audio, hdd, and usb utilizes gracenote ® technology to provide song, artist, album, and genre information for many cd audio discs and is capable of playing dvd-a and dts encoded discs, (dts and dts digital surround are registered trademarks of digital theater systems, inc.). Manuf...

  • Page 236

    Noise compensation technology: if the vehicle has the radio with dvd audio, hdd, and usb, it includes bose audiopilot ® noise compensation technology. When turned on, audiopilot ® continuously adjusts the audio system equalization, to compensate for background noise. This feature is most effective a...

  • Page 237

    Turn the menu/select knob clockwise or counterclockwise to scroll through the list. Press this knob to select the desired item. The selected item displays a speaker symbol to indicate it is the current active source. Finding a xm™ station m : press to switch to xm mode. Turn the tune/tone knob to se...

  • Page 238

    Setting the tone (bass/midrange/treble) bass/mid/treb (bass, midrange, or treble): to adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the tune/tone knob until the tone control labels display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label, or press the pushbutton positioned under the desired label. Turn t...

  • Page 239

    Digital signal processing (dsp) if the radio has this feature, it is used to provide a choice of different listening experiences. To choose a dsp setting, perform the following steps: 1. Press the tune/tone knob to display the tone/speaker, and dsp labels. 2. Press the pushbutton located under the d...

  • Page 240

    Radio message locked: displays when the theftlock ® system has locked up the radio. Take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer/retailer. Xm™ satellite radio service xm is a satellite radio service that ...

  • Page 241

    To insert multiple cds, do the following: 1. Press and hold this button for five seconds. A beep sounds and load all discs displays. 2. Follow the displayed instruction on when to insert the discs. The cd player takes up to six cds. 3. Press the load button again to cancel loading more cds. If the i...

  • Page 242

    Fm/am: press to listen to the radio when a cd is playing. The cd remains inside the radio for future listening. Cd: press to play a cd when listening to the radio. The disc and/or track number displays when a cd is in the player. Aux (auxiliary): press to automatically search for an auxiliary input ...

  • Page 243

    Stopping dvd audio playback press the pushbutton located under the c (stop) label to stop playback of the dvd audio disc. “dvd prestop” displays. Press r / j to resume playback from where it was stopped. Press the pushbutton located under the c label again while in dvdprestop, “dvdstop” displays. Pr...

  • Page 244

    Care of your cd and dvd-a discs if playing a cd or dvd-a disc, the sound quality can be reduced due to disc quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the disc has been handled. Handle them carefully. Store disc(s) in their original cases or other ...

  • Page 245

    Disc messages disc error: if this message displays and/or the disc ejects, it could be for one of the following reasons: • the radio system does not support the playlist format, the compressed audio format, or the data file format. • it is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the disc s...

  • Page 246

    Deleting a recorded song or category del (delete): you must select a song from one of the song lists or you must be listening to a song to delete it. Once the song is selected, press the del hard key. To delete an entire category, select a category and press del. Stopping the recording while recordi...

  • Page 247

    Occasionally, the radio may find more than one match in gracenote ® database for an audio cd that has been recorded. If this happens, the radio will display “multihit” for the name information when the songs are selected from the hdd. With a “mulihit” song playing, press the button below the edit la...

  • Page 248

    You agree not to use or exploit gracenote data, the gracenote software, or gracenote servers, except as expressly permitted herein. You agree that your non-exclusive license to use the gracenote data, the gracenote software, and gracenote servers will terminate if you violate these restrictions. If ...

  • Page 249

    Gracenote disclaims all warranties express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement. Gracenote does not warrant the results that will be obtained by your use of the gracenote software or any gracen...

  • Page 250

    Playing from the hard drive device hdd (hard drive device): press the hdd button to start the hdd mode. Hdd displays and playback resumes from where it was last stopped. Hdd playback mode this radio system displays the current hard drive playback mode. See the following table showing the display mod...

  • Page 251

    Quick jump to scroll up or down the list of artists, albums, or song titles, press and hold the pushbutton located under the fwd or rev tab. To jump to the beginning, middle, or last section of the list: • press the first pushbutton located under the display to go to the beginning section of the lis...

  • Page 252

    Audiblebook the radio is able to play back audio-book content downloaded from audible.Com ® . This content can be transferred into the hdd by either burning it to a cd or copying it to a usb storage device and then recording it to the hdd. The audible.Com ® playback requires activation of the vehicl...

  • Page 253

    Time-shifting — pause and rewind live fm/am and xm™ (if equipped) the radio with dvd audio, hdd, and usb has the ability to rewind 60 minutes of fm/am and xm (if equipped) content. While listening to the radio, the content from the current station is always being buffered to the hdd. Press r / j (pl...

  • Page 254

    Using the auxiliary input jack the radio system has an auxiliary input jack. It is in the center console bin. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. An external audio device such as an ipod, laptop computer, mp3 player, etc. Can be connected t...

  • Page 255

    To connect and control the ipod, connect one end of the specially purchased ipod connection cable to the ipod’s dock connector. Connect the other end to both the usb port and the auxiliary input jack. The usb port and the auxiliary input jack are located in the center console bin. If the vehicle is ...

  • Page 256: Using An Mp3

    Using an mp3 mp3/wma format the single cd and the six-disc cd radio will play mp3/wma files that were recorded on a cd-r or cd-rw disc. The hdd radio is similar and can also play mp3/wma files recorded on dvd +/ − r discs or a usb storage device. The files can be recorded with the following fixed bi...

  • Page 257

    Playlists can be selected by using the previous and next folder buttons, the seek arrows, \ fwd, or s rev buttons. An mp3/wma cd-r or cd-rw that was recorded using no file folders can also be played. If a cd-r or cd-rw contains more than the maximum of 50 folders and playlists, and 255 files, the pl...

  • Page 258

    Order of play tracks recorded to the cd-r or cd-rw play in the following order: • play begins from the first track in the first folder and continues sequentially through all tracks in each folder. When the last track of the last folder has played, play continues from the first track of the first pla...

  • Page 259

    Playing an mp3/wma insert a cd partway into the slot (single cd player), or press the load button and wait for the message to insert disc (six-disc cd player), label side up. The player pulls in the cd and should begin playing. For the single cd player, the track number displays at the left and cent...

  • Page 260: Xm Radio Messages

    Xm radio messages xl (explicit language channels): these channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-xmxm (9696). Xm updating: the encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and no action is required. This process should take no longer than 30 seconds...

  • Page 261: Navigation/radio System

    Navigation/radio system for vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the separate navigation system manual. Bluetooth ® vehicles with a bluetooth system can use a bluetooth capable cell phone with a hands free profile to make and receive phone calls. The system can be used while the ignition is ...

  • Page 262

    Pairing a bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the in-vehicle bluetooth system first and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See the cell phone manufacturers user guide for bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will...

  • Page 263

    5. The system prompts for a name for the phone. Use a name that best describes the phone. This name will be used to indicate which phone is connected. The system then confirms the name provided. 6. The system responds with “ has been successfully paired” after the pairing process is complete. 7. Rep...

  • Page 264

    Linking to a different phone 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds: • for vehicles without a navigation system, the system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. • for vehicles with a navigation system, the system responds with a tone. After the tone say “hands free”. The system responds with “re...

  • Page 265

    3. Say the complete phone number to be stored at once with no pauses. • if the system recognizes the number it responds with “ok, storing” and repeats the phone number. • if the system is unsure it recognizes the phone number, it responds with “store” and repeats the number followed by “please say y...

  • Page 266

    5. Say a name tag for the phone number. The name tag is recorded and the system responds with “about to store . Does that sound ok?”. • if the name tag does not sound correct, say “no” and repeat step 5. • if the name tag sounds correct, say “yes” and the name tag is stored. After the number is stor...

  • Page 267

    2. Say “delete”. The system responds with “delete, please say the name tag” followed by a tone. 3. Say the name tag to be deleted. The system responds with “would you like to delete, tag>? Please say yes or no”. • if the name tag is correct, say “yes” to delete the name tag. The system responds with...

  • Page 268

    Making a call calls can be made using the following commands: • dial • digit dial • call • re-dial using the dial command 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds: • for vehicles without a navigation system, the system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. • for vehicles with a navigation system, t...

  • Page 269

    3. Say the digit to be dialed one at a time. Following each digit, the system will repeat back the digit it heard followed by a tone. 4. Continue entering digits until the number to be dialed is complete. After the whole number has been entered, say “dial”. The system responds with “ok, dialing” and...

  • Page 270

    2. After the tone, say “re-dial”. The system responds with “re-dial using ” and dials the last number called from the connected bluetooth phone. Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers. Receiving a call when an incoming call is received, the audio system mutes and ...

  • Page 271

    To mute a call 1. Press b g . The system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “mute call”. The system responds with “call muted”. To cancel mute 1. Press b g . The system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. 2. After the tone, say “mute call”. The system responds with “resuming call...

  • Page 272

    Voice pass-thru voice pass-thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone. See the cell phone manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature. This feature can be used to verbally access contacts stored in the cell phone. 1. Press and hold b g for two ...

  • Page 273

    Sending a stored name tag during a call 1. Press b g . The system responds with “ready” followed by a tone. 2. Say “send name tag.” the system responds with “say a name tag to send tones” followed by a tone. 3. Say the name tag to send. • if the system clearly recognizes the name tag it responds wit...

  • Page 274: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Theft-deterrent feature theftlock ® is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle’s radio by learning a portion of the vehicle identification number (vin). The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle. Audio steering wheel controls vehicles with audio steering wheel co...

  • Page 275: Radio Reception

    B g (mute/speech recognition/push to talk): press and release to silence the vehicle speakers only. The audio of the wireless and wired headphones, if the vehicle has these features, does not mute. Press and release b g again, to turn the sound on. • for vehicles with a navigation system, press and ...

  • Page 276: Backglass Antenna

    Xm satellite radio service xm satellite radio service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous united states, and in canada. Just as with fm, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling...

  • Page 277: Section 4

    Your driving, the road, and the vehicle ............4-2 driving for better fuel economy .......................4-2 defensive driving ...........................................4-2 drunk driving .................................................4-3 control of a vehicle ...................................

  • Page 278: The Vehicle

    Your driving, the road, and the vehicle driving for better fuel economy driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. • avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. • brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. • avoid idling the engine for long ...

  • Page 279: Drunk Driving

    Drunk driving { caution: drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Do not drink and drive or ride with a drive...

  • Page 280: Braking

    Braking see brake system warning light on page 3-39. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three-fo...

  • Page 281: Braking In Emergencies

    If there is a problem with abs, this warning light will stay on. See antilock brake system (abs) warning light on page 3-40. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with ab...

  • Page 282: Stabilitrak

    Stabilitrak ® system the vehicle has an electronic stability control system called stabilitrak. It is an advanced computer controlled system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Stabilitrak activates when the computer senses a discrepancy between your...

  • Page 283

    The tcs/stabilitrak warning light comes on if there is a problem with the traction control system. See stabilitrak ® /traction control system (tcs) warning light on page 3-41 and stabilitrak ® system on page 4-6. When the tcs/stabilitrak warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adj...

  • Page 284: Magnetic Ride Control™

    Competitive driving mode to select this optional handling mode, press the tcs/stabilitrak button quickly two times and the stabilitrak competitve mode displays in the driver information center (dic). While in the stabilitrak competitive mode, tcs does not limit wheel spin, and the tcs/stabilitrak wa...

  • Page 285: Limited-Slip Rear Axle

    Press and release this button, located in the center of the instrument panel, to change modes. Limited-slip rear axle vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle can give more traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when traction is low, this featur...

  • Page 286

    Steering tips it is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. If you need to reduce speed, do it be...

  • Page 287: Off-Road Recovery

    Off-road recovery the vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicl...

  • Page 288

    Skidding in a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle’s three control system...

  • Page 289: Competitive Driving

    Competitive driving competitive driving may affect the vehicle warranty. See your warranty book before using your vehicle for competitive driving. Notice: if you use your vehicle for competitive driving, the engine may use more oil than it would with normal use. Low oil levels can damage the engine....

  • Page 290: Caution:

    Driving in rain and on wet roads rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep-standing or flowing water. { caution: wet brakes can cause crashes...

  • Page 291: Highway Hypnosis

    Before leaving on a long trip to prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. Things to check on your own include: • windshield washer fluid: reservoir full? Windows clean — inside and outside? • wiper blades: in good shape? • fuel, engi...

  • Page 292: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Hill and mountain roads driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: • keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. • check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. • going...

  • Page 293: Winter Driving

    Winter driving driving on snow or ice drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 32°f (0°c) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until...

  • Page 294: Caution:

    Blizzard conditions being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the roadside service on page 7-7. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: • turn on the hazard warning flashers on page 3-6. • tie a red cloth to an o...

  • Page 295: Mud, Ice, Or Snow

    Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps. If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed. This keep...

  • Page 296: Loading The Vehicle

    Rocking your vehicle to get it out turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or stability system. Shift back and forth between r (reverse) and a forward gear, or with a manual transmission, between 1 (first) or 2 (second) and r (reverse),...

  • Page 297

    Tire and loading information label a vehicle specific tire and loading information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (b-pillar). With the driver’s door open, you will find the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The tire and loading information label shows the number of...

  • Page 298

    Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed xxx kg or xxx lbs” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined w...

  • Page 299

    Item description total a vehicle capacity weight for example 1 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) b subtract occupant weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = 300 lbs (136 kg) c available occupant and cargo weight = 700 lbs (317 kg) item description total a vehicle capacity weight for example 2 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) b subtrac...

  • Page 300

    Item description total a vehicle capacity weight for example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) b subtract occupant weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) c available cargo weight = 0 lbs (0 kg) refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle’s cap...

  • Page 301: Caution:

    The front and rear axles, called the gross axle weight rating (gawr). Never exceed the gvwr or the gawr for either the front or rear axle. { caution: do not load the vehicle any heavier than the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), or either the maximum front or rear gross axle weight rating (gawr). ...

  • Page 302: Towing

    Towing towing your vehicle consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle needs to be towed. See roadside service on page 7-7. To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see recreational vehicle towing foll...

  • Page 303: Towing A Trailer (Cts-V)

    Dolly towing (rear-wheel-drive vehicles) use the following procedure to dolly tow a rear-wheel-drive vehicle from the rear: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Put the rear wheels on the dolly. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. See parking brake ...

  • Page 304: Towing A Trailer (Cts)

    Towing a trailer (cts) { caution: the driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all. The driver and passengers could be seriously injur...

  • Page 305

    Pulling a trailer here are some important points: • there are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure the rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you will be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provinc...

  • Page 306

    Weight of the trailer tongue the tongue load (a) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The gross vehicle weight (gvw) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicl...

  • Page 307

    Total weight on the vehicle’s tires be sure the vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. These numbers can be found on the certification label. See loading the vehicle on page 4-20. Make sure not to go over the gvw limit for the vehicle, or the gawr, including the weight of th...

  • Page 308

    Driving with a trailer towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Get to know the rig before setting out for the open road. Get acquainted with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now longer...

  • Page 309

    Turn signals when towing a trailer the arrows on the instrument panel flash whenever signaling a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also flash, telling other drivers the vehicle is turning, changing lanes or stopping. When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument panel ...

  • Page 310: Caution:

    Parking on hills { caution: parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous. If something goes wrong, the rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both the vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. When possible, always park the rig on a flat surface. If parking the...

  • Page 311: Section 5

    Service ............................................................5-3 accessories and modifications ..........................5-3 california proposition 65 warning .....................5-4 california perchlorate materials requirements .....5-4 doing your own service work .........................5...

  • Page 312: Section 5

    Tire pressure monitor operation .....................5-73 tire inspection and rotation ...........................5-76 when it is time for new tires .......................5-77 buying new tires .........................................5-78 different size tires and wheels ......................5-80 u...

  • Page 313: Service

    Service for service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. You will receive genuine gm parts and gm-trained and supported service people. Genuine gm parts have one of these marks: accessories and modifications when non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to the vehicle, they can affect v...

  • Page 314: Requirements

    California proposition 65 warning most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many fluids, and some co...

  • Page 315: The Vehicle

    If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see service publications ordering information on page 7-15. This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to...

  • Page 316: Gasoline Octane

    Gasoline octane if the vehicle has the 3.6l v6 engine (vin code v), use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, you might notice an audible knocking noise when you drive, commonly referred to as spark knock. If this occurs, use a g...

  • Page 317: California Fuel

    California fuel if the vehicle is certified to meet california emissions standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet california specifications. See the underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states adopting california emissions standards, the vehicle will oper...

  • Page 318: Filling The Tank

    Fuels in foreign countries if you plan on driving in another country outside the united states or canada, the proper fuel might be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covere...

  • Page 319

    The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel door on the passenger side. To open the fuel door, push the rearward center edge in and release and it will open. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is released too soon, it will spring back to the...

  • Page 320: Caution:

    While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door. { caution: fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in h...

  • Page 321: Caution:

    { caution: if a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. Notice: if you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer/retailer can get one for...

  • Page 322: Checking Things Under

    Checking things under the hood { caution: an electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { caution: things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liqu...

  • Page 323

    2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever. The lever is located under the front edge of the grille near the center. Push the release lever up and raise the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and c...

  • Page 324

    Engine compartment overview cts when you open the hood on the 3.6 l engine (2.8 l engine similar), you will see the following: 5-14.

  • Page 325

    A. Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See “adding washer fluid” under windshield washer fluid on page 5-41. B. Underhood fuse block (cts) on page 5-115 or underhood fuse block (cts-v) on page 5-119. C. Remote positive (+) terminal. See jump starting on page 5-46. D. Remote negative (+) terminal. See...

  • Page 326

    Cts-v when you open the hood on the 6.2l super charged engine, you will see the following: 5-16.

  • Page 327

    A. Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See “adding washer fluid” under windshield washer fluid on page 5-41. B. Underhood fuse block (cts) on page 5-115 or underhood fuse block (cts-v) on page 5-119. C. Remote positive (+) terminal. See jump starting on page 5-46. D. Remote negative (+) terminal. See...

  • Page 328: Engine Oil

    Engine oil there is an oil pressure light in the instrument cluster and an oil pressure low stop engine message on the driver information center (dic). If the light and/or message appear, check the engine oil level right away. For more information, see “oil pressure low stop engine” under dic warnin...

  • Page 329

    When to add engine oil if the oil level is within the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see capacities and specifications on page 5-127. Notice: do not ...

  • Page 330

    What kind of engine oil to use look for three things: • gm4718m this vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meeting gm standard gm4718m. Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet this gm standard. Use only an oil that meets gm standard gm47...

  • Page 331: Engine Oil Life System

    Engine oil additives / engine oil flushes do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils with the starburst symbol that meet gm standards are all you need for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the ...

  • Page 332

    How to reset the engine oil life system the engine oil life system calculates when to change the engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Whenever the oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change the oil prior to...

  • Page 333: Engine Cover

    Engine cover engine cover (cts) to remove: 1. Remove the oil fill cap (a). 2. Raise the right front corner of engine cover (b) to release from the ball stud. 3. Pull the engine cover (b) forward to slide the rear tabs (c) out from under the retainers. 4. Lift and remove the engine cover. 5. Reverse ...

  • Page 334

    Engine cover (cts-v) to remove: the engine cover consists of two pieces. Only the larger piece needs to be removed to access the engine oil and power steering fill caps. 1. Raise the front of engine cover (a) to release from the ball studs (b). 2. Pull the engine cover forward until clear of the sma...

  • Page 335: Engine Air Cleaner/filter

    Engine air cleaner/filter the engine air cleaner/filter is in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle, near the front. See engine compartment overview on page 5-14 for more information on location. When to inspect the engine air cleaner/filter inspect the air cleaner/filter at the m...

  • Page 336

    3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the air box. 4. Loosen the screw on the clamp holding the air outlet duct in place. Do not remove the clamp. Move the duct aside. 5. Remove the hose from the air cleaner housing mounting arm. Move the hose aside. 6. Remove the three air cleaner housing cov...

  • Page 337

    7. Pivot the air cleaner housing cover and remove the cover from the air cleaner housing. 8. Remove the air cleaner filter from the air cleaner housing. 5-27.

  • Page 338: Caution:

    How to reinstall engine air cleaner/filter 1. Install the air cleaner into the air cleaner housing. The outer air cleaner filter seal must be fitted properly in the air cleaner housing. 2. Align the air cleaner housing cover tabs to the air cleaner housing. 3. Install the air cleaner housing cover. ...

  • Page 339: Manual Transmission Fluid

    Automatic transmission fluid how to check automatic transmission fluid it is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealer/retailer service department and have it repaired as soon as ...

  • Page 340: Hydraulic Clutch

    Hydraulic clutch it is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system. Adding fluid will not correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. When to check and what to use the hydraulic clutc...

  • Page 341: Cooling System

    Cooling system the cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: a. Electric engine cooling fan(s) (out of view) b. Coolant surge tank and pressure cap { caution: an electric engine cooling fan un...

  • Page 342: Engine Coolant

    Engine coolant the cooling system in the vehicle for all engines and the intercooler is filled with dex-cool ® . This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for five years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first. The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add ...

  • Page 343: Caution:

    Checking coolant (cts) the vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. The engine coolant reservoir is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle. See engine compartment overview on page 5-14. Check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If t...

  • Page 344: Caution:

    { caution: steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the surge tank pressure cap, ...

  • Page 345

    3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to slightly above the froid/full cold line on the side of the coolant surge tank. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. The upper radiator hose i...

  • Page 346

    Checking coolant in the intercooler system (cts-v) the vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. The super charged engine intercooler coolant fill bottle is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. See engine compartment overview on page 5-14....

  • Page 347: Engine Overheating

    3. Add the proper dex-cool ® coolant mixture to the fill neck until the coolant reaches the cold fill line on the fill neck. With the intercooler system pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run for a couple of minutes. Then turn the engine off. By this time, the coolant level inside the fil...

  • Page 348: Caution:

    If you do decide to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface. Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: engine...

  • Page 349: Operating Mode

    If no steam is coming from the engine compartment if an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: • climbs a long hill on a hot day. • stops after high-speed driving. • i...

  • Page 350: Power Steering Fluid

    Power steering fluid see engine compartment overview on page 5-14 for the location of the power steering fluid reservoir. When to check power steering fluid it is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fl...

  • Page 351: Windshield Washer Fluid

    Windshield washer fluid what to use when adding windshield washer fluid to the vehicle, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freez...

  • Page 352: Brakes

    Brakes brake fluid the brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with dot-3 brake fluid. See engine compartment overview on page 5-14 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: • the brake fluid level goes down because of n...

  • Page 353: Caution:

    What to add dot-3 brake fluid is recommended. Dot-4 brake fluid is also compatible with the vehicle’s brake system parts. However, if dot-4 fluid is used, it is recommended that the brake hydraulic system be flushed and refilled with new dot-4 fluid at a regular maintenance service every two years. ...

  • Page 354: Caution:

    Brake wear this vehicle has disc 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 and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly. {...

  • Page 355: Battery

    Replacing brake system parts the braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When parts of the braking system are replaced — fo...

  • Page 356: Caution:

    Vehicle storage { caution: batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See jump starting on page 5-46 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Infrequent usage: if the vehicle is driven infrequently, remove the black...

  • Page 357

    Notice: ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage your vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative gro...

  • Page 358: Caution:

    Your vehicle has a remote negative ( − ) ground location, as shown in the illustration. It is located on the rear passenger side of the vehicle. See engine compartment overview on page 5-14. You should always use this remote ground location, instead of the terminal on the battery. Notice: if you con...

  • Page 359: Caution:

    { caution: using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a b...

  • Page 360

    6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle h...

  • Page 361: All-Wheel Drive

    Notice: if the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or ...

  • Page 362: Rear Axle

    How to check lubricant a. Drain plug b. Fill plug to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the transfer case, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of ...

  • Page 363: Headlamp Aiming

    How to check lubricant to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the rear axle, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. What to u...

  • Page 364

    It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to your dealer/retailer for service if the headlamps need to be re-aimed. It is possible however, to re-aim the headlamps as described. The vehicle should: • be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a light colored wall. • have all four tires on ...

  • Page 365

    2. Locate the aim dot on the lens of the low-beam headlamp. 3. Record the distance from the ground to the aim dot on the low-beam headlamp. 4. At a wall, measure from the ground upward (a) to the recorded distance from step 3 and mark it. 5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (b) the width of the vehicl...

  • Page 366

    7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws, which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly. They are covered by a rubber caps. The adjustment screw can be turned with a 6 mm hex driver. 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. Turn it c...

  • Page 367: Bulb Replacement

    Bulb replacement for the proper type of replacement bulbs, see replacement bulbs on page 5-59. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer. High intensity discharge (hid) lighting { caution: the high intensity discharge (hid) lighting system operates at a...

  • Page 368

    Front turn signal and fog lamps to replace fog lamp bulb: 1. Pull out the push-pins located on the underside of the protection shield to remove the shield. 2. Reach up behind the front bumper area from under the vehicle to access the lamp housing. 3. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by ...

  • Page 369: License Plate Lamp

    License plate lamp to replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Push tab to remove the license plate lamp. 2. Turn the license plate lamp assembly down to remove it. 3. Turn the socket counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it. 5. Push the new bulb straight in...

  • Page 370

    4. Lift up the wiper blade assembly cap. 5. Pull the wiper blade assembly down far enough to release it from the j-hooked end of the wiper arm. Slide the assembly away from the arm. Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any...

  • Page 371: Tires

    Tires your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. { caution: • poorly mai...

  • Page 372: Winter Tires

    Low-profile performance tires if your vehicle has 235/50zr18, p235/50r18, 255/40r19 or 285/35r19 size tires, they are classified as low-profile tires. These tires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement. You may also notice more road noise with low-profile performance tires a...

  • Page 373: Tire Sidewall Labeling

    Tire sidewall labeling useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. (a) tire size : the tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspe...

  • Page 374

    (f) uniform tire quality grading (utqg) : tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. For more information see uniform tire quality grading on page 5-80. (g) maximum cold inflation load limit : maximum load that ...

  • Page 375

    (f) tire size : a combination of letters and numbers define a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. The letter t as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only. (g) tpc spec (tire performance criteria specification) : origin...

  • Page 376

    Tire terminology and definitions air pressure : the amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kpa). Accessory weight : this means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples ...

  • Page 377

    Intended outboard sidewall : the side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kpa) : the metric unit for air pressure. Light truck (lt-metric) tire : a tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load index : an assig...

  • Page 378

    Sidewall : the portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Speed rating : an alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Traction : the friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. Tread : the portion of a tire ...

  • Page 379: Inflation - Tire Pressure

    Inflation - tire pressure tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: do not let anyone tell you that under-inflation or over-inflation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under-inflation), you can get the following: • too much flexing • t...

  • Page 380: High-Speed Operation

    How to check use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are underinflated. Check the tire’s inflation pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means yo...

  • Page 381

    See the example following. When you end this high-speed driving, return the tires to the cold tire inflation pressure shown on the tire and loading information label. See loading the vehicle on page 4-20 and inflation - tire pressure on page 5-69. Example: you will find the maximum load and inflatio...

  • Page 382

    Your vehicle has also been equipped with a tpms malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The tpms malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and...

  • Page 383

    Tire pressure monitor operation this vehicle may have a tire pressure monitor system (tpms). Tpms is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. Tpms sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly, if the vehicle has one....

  • Page 384

    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 malfunction, the low tire warning light flashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle. A dic warning...

  • Page 385

    The tpms sensors can also be matched to each tire/wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire’s air pressure. If increasing the tire’s air pressure, do not exceed the maximum inflation pressure indicated on the tire’s sidewall. To decrease the tire’s air-pressure use the pointed end of the v...

  • Page 386

    Tire inspection and rotation inspect tires regularly for signs of wear or damage. Also inspect the spare tire, if the vehicle has one. For more information on tire inspection, see when it is time for new tires on page 5-77. Tire rotation is not recommended if the vehicle has 255/40r19 size tires on ...

  • Page 387: Caution:

    Reset the tire pressure monitor system. See tire pressure monitor operation on page 5-73. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “wheel nut torque” under capacities and specifications on page 5-127. { caution: rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, ca...

  • Page 388: Buying New Tires

    You need new tires if any of the following statements are true: • you can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. • you can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. • the tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. • the tire has...

  • Page 389: Caution:

    Gm recommends replacing tires in sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will help keep your vehicle performing most like it did when the tires were new. Replacing less than a full set of tires can affect the braking and handling performance of your vehicle. See tire inspectio...

  • Page 390: Caution:

    Different size tires and wheels if you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your ve...

  • Page 391: Warning:

    While the tires available on general motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional general motors tire performance criteria (tpc) standards. Treadwear the treadwear grade is a comparative rating base...

  • Page 392: Warning:

    Temperature – a, b, c the temperature grades are a (the highest), b, and c, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the mat...

  • Page 393: Caution:

    Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new gm original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the...

  • Page 394: Caution:

    { caution: incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to a crash. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new gm original equipment wheel nuts. Notice: improperly tightened ...

  • Page 395: If A Tire Goes Flat

    If a tire goes flat it is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving, especially if you maintain the tires properly. See tires on page 5-61. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But, if you should ever have a blow out, here are a few tips about what to expe...

  • Page 396: Caution:

    Tire sealant and compressor kit { caution: idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. Never run the engine in...

  • Page 397

    This vehicle may have one of the following tire sealant and compressor kits. The kit includes: a. Selector switch (sealant/air or air only) b. On/off button c. Pressure gage d. Pressure deflation button (if equipped) e. Tire sealant canister f. Sealant/air hose (clear) g. Air only hose (black) h. Po...

  • Page 398

    Tire sealant read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local deal...

  • Page 399

    When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for 5 minutes. This will help to inflate the tire faster. Always do a safety check first. See if a tire goes flat on page 5-85. Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire. 1. Re...

  • Page 400

    9. Press the on/off (b) button to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on. The compressor will inject sealant and air into the tire. The pressure gage (c) will initially show a high pressure while the compressor pushes the sealant into the tire. Once the sealant is completely dispersed into the ...

  • Page 401

    14. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 15. Replace the sealant/air hose (f), and the power plug (h) back in their original location. 16. If the flat tire was able to inflate to the recommended inflation pressure, remove the maximum speed label from the sealant canister (e) and place it in a highly vis...

  • Page 402

    Using the tire sealant and compressor kit without sealant to inflate a tire (not punctured) to use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant: always do a safety check first. See if a tire goes flat on page 5-85. 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage ...

  • Page 403

    3. Place the kit on the ground. Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it. 4. Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Attach the air only hose (g) onto the tire valve stem by turning it clockwise until it is...

  • Page 404

    11. Press the on/off button (b) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off. Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage. 12. Unplug the power plug (h) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. 13. Disconnect the air only hose (g) from the ...

  • Page 405: Storage

    Removal and installation of the sealant canister to remove the sealant canister: 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 2. Press the canister release button. 3. Pull up and remove the canister. 4. Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer/retailer. 5. Push the new canister into place. Tir...

  • Page 406: Changing A Flat Tire

    Tire sealant and compressor kit with pressure deflation button 1. Open the trunk. See trunk on page 2-19. 2. Remove the retainer that holds the tire sealant and compressor kit in place. 3. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from the foam container. To store the tire sealant and compressor ki...

  • Page 407

    Caution: (continued) 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That w...

  • Page 408

    Removing the spare tire and tools a. Wing nut b. Spare tire c. Jack d. Wheel wrench e. Extension f. Strap the equipment you will need is in the trunk. To gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment, do the following: 1. Remove the spare tire cover. 2. Remove the stow rod cap by pulling it st...

  • Page 409: Installing The Spare Tire

    Removing the flat tire and installing the spare tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See changing a flat tire on page 5-96 for more information. 2. Loosen the wheel nuts, but do not remove them yet, using the wheel wrench. Turn the handle about 180 degrees, then return the handle back to the...

  • Page 410: Caution:

    4. Insert the hooked end of the extension handle through the jack and the flat end through the wheel wrench. { caution: getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported o...

  • Page 411: Caution:

    { caution: raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. Notice: if you position the jack under t...

  • Page 412: Caution:

    9. Remove all the wheel nuts and the flat tire. { caution: rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attache...

  • Page 413: Caution:

    13. Tighten each wheel nut by turning it clockwise with your hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 14. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. { caution: incorrect or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even...

  • Page 414: Tools

    Storing a flat or spare tire and tools { caution: storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. Storing the flat tire with a flat loa...

  • Page 415: Compact Spare Tire

    Use the following diagram as a guide for storing the compact spare tire in the trunk: compact spare tire and tools use the following diagram as a guide for storing the compact spare tire and tools in the trunk: a. Wing nut b. Compact spare tire or flat tire (valve stem down) c. Jack d. Wheel wrench ...

  • Page 416: Appearance Care

    Appearance care interior cleaning the vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on the upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove parti...

  • Page 417: Fabric/carpet

    Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles. Products that remove odors from the vehicle’s upholstery and clean the vehicle’s glass can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Do not clean the vehicle using: • a knife or any other sharp object to remove a s...

  • Page 418: Leather

    If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness first. If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result, clean the e...

  • Page 419: Wood Panels

    Some commercial products may increase gloss on the instrument panel. The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Wood panels use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish w...

  • Page 420: Washing Your Vehicle

    Washing your vehicle the best way to preserve the vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often. Notice: certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle. Check the cleaning product label. If it states that it should not be used on plastic parts,...

  • Page 421

    Notice: machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oi...

  • Page 422: And Trim

    Aluminum or chrome-plated wheels and trim the vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: chrome wh...

  • Page 423: Tires

    Tires to clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle. Sheet metal damage if th...

  • Page 424: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) this is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side. It can be seen through the windshield from outside the vehicle. The vin also appears on the vehicle certifi...

  • Page 425: Windshield Wiper Fuses

    Windshield wiper fuses the windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker. If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow, the wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart. Power windows and other power options circuit breakers in the fuse block protect the power ...

  • Page 426

    Mini-fuses usage a/c cltch air conditioning clutch abs antilock braking system (abs) afs adaptive forward lighting system mini-fuses usage airbag ign airbag switch awd all-wheel drive bcm 1 body control module 1 5-116.

  • Page 427

    Mini-fuses usage bcm 2 body control module 2 bcm 3 body control module 3 bcm 4 body control module 4 bcm 5 body control module 5 spare spare bcm 6, bcm 7 body control module 6 and 7 disply display drl rt right daytime running lamp (drl) drl/wsw daytime running lamps/windshield washer pump ecm engine...

  • Page 428

    Mini-fuses usage str/whl/ illum steering wheel illumination tcm batt transmission control module battery man spd snsr manual speed sensor wpr windshield wiper eng pump engine pump j-case fuses usage abs mtr abs motor blwr blower brk vac pump brake vacuum pump fan 1 cooling fan 1 fan 2 cooling fan 2 ...

  • Page 429

    Relays usage lo beam (w/o hid) lt drl (hid) low-beam (without high intensity discharge), left daytime running lamp (high intensity discharge) pwr/trn powertrain rear defog rear defogger spare spare strtr starter wpr windshield wiper wpr hi windshield wiper high speed wsw pump windshield washer pump ...

  • Page 430

    Mini-fuses usage a/c cltch air conditioning clutch abs antilock braking system (abs) afs adaptive forward lighting system airbag ign airbag switch mini-fuses usage s/roof sunroof bcm 1 body control module 1 bcm 2 body control module 2 bcm 3 body control module 3 5-120

  • Page 431

    Mini-fuses usage bcm 4 body control module 4 bcm 5 body control module 5 spare spare bcm 6, bcm 7 body control module 6 and 7 disply display drl rt right daytime running lamp (drl) drl/wsw daytime running lamps/windshield washer pump ecm engine control module (ecm) ecm/tcm ign ecm, transmission cont...

  • Page 432

    J-case fuses usage rear defog rear defogger spare spare epb electric park brake mrtd mr ride/suspension control strtr starter spare spare wsw/htr windshield washer heater relays usage a/c cmprsr cltch air conditioning compressor clutch lo beam low beam incl intercooler pump fan s/p cooling fan serie...

  • Page 433

    Relays usage fuel/pump fuel pump lck lock lt/pos/lp left position lamp rear/fog not used relays usage rt/pos/lp right position lamp fuel/dr/ relse not used stop/lp stoplamp 5-123.

  • Page 434: (Cts-V)

    Relays usage trunk/relse trunk release unlck unlock mini-fuses usage airbag airbag system amp amplifier aux/outlet auxiliary power outlet cnstr/vent canister vent dr/lck door lock ecm engine control module (ecm) fuel/pump fuel pump lt/pos/lp left position lamp msm memory seat module onstar onstar ® ...

  • Page 435

    Relays usage fuel/pump fuel pump lck lock lt/pos/lp left position lamp relays usage rear/fog not used rt/pos/lp right position lamp 5-125.

  • Page 436

    Relays usage fuel/dr/ relse not used stop/lp stoplamp trunk/relse trunk release unlck unlock mini-fuses usage airbag airbag system amp amplifier aux/outlet auxiliary power outlet cnstr/vent canister vent dr/lck door lock ecm engine control module (ecm) fuel/pump fuel pump lt/pos/lp left position lam...

  • Page 437

    Capacities and specifications the following approximate capacities are given in english and metric conversions. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 6-14 for more information. Application capacities english metric air conditioning refrigerant r134a for the air conditioning system refrigeran...

  • Page 438

    Application capacities english metric transmission fluid 6-speed automatic cts 6.7 qt 6.3 l 6-speed automatic cts-v 6.7 qt 6.3 l 6-speed manual cts 1.9 qt 1.8 l 6-speed manual cts-v 4.0 qt 3.8 l wheel nut torque 140 lb ft 190 y all capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appr...

  • Page 439: Section 6

    Maintenance schedule ......................................6-2 introduction ...................................................6-2 maintenance requirements ..............................6-2 your vehicle and the environment ....................6-2 using the maintenance schedule .........................

  • Page 440: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule introduction important: keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the gm protection plan? The plan supplements the vehicle warranties. See the warranty and owner assistance booklet or your dealer/retailer for details. Maintenance requireme...

  • Page 441: Caution:

    Using the maintenance schedule we want to help keep this vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You might drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you might drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You might use the veh...

  • Page 442: Scheduled Maintenance

    The proper replacement parts, fluids, and lubricants to use are listed in recommended fluids and lubricants on page 6-14 and maintenance replacement parts on page 6-16. When the vehicle is serviced, make sure these are used. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or a...

  • Page 443

    When the change engine oil soon message appears, the following services, checks, and inspections are required: ❑ change engine oil and filter. See engine oil on page 5-18. Reset oil life system. See engine oil life system on page 5-21. An emission control service. ❑ visually check for any leaks or d...

  • Page 444

    Additional required services the following services should be performed at the first maintenance service after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional required services service and miles (kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 ...

  • Page 445

    Additional required services (cont’d) service and miles (kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) all-wheel-drive vehicles: change transfer case fluid (normal service). See footnote (q). • cts-v only: change hydraulic clutch f...

  • Page 446: Maintenance Footnotes

    Additional required services (cont’d) service and miles (kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) cts-v only: inspect supercharger drive belt. See footnote (m). • if using dot-4 brake fluid, change brake fluid at a regular mai...

  • Page 447

    (f) lubricate all key lock cylinders. Lubricate all body door hinges. Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, rear compartment, console door, and any folding seat hardware. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone gr...

  • Page 448: Owner Checks And Services

    (n) if the vehicle has the 3.6l v6 (code v) engine, replace the engine air cleaner filter every 40,000 miles (64 000 km). (o) drain, flush, and refill clutch hydraulic system at a regular maintenance service every two years. This service can be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer perform t...

  • Page 449: At Each Fuel Fill

    At each fuel fill it is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Engine oil level check notice: it is important to check the engine oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep the engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to the engine not covered by th...

  • Page 450: At Least Once A Year

    At least once a year starter switch check { caution: when you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and t...

  • Page 451: Caution:

    Ignition transmission lock check while parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to lock/off in each shift lever position. • for automatic transmission vehicles, the ignition should turn to lock/off only when the shift lever is in p (park). • with the key access ignition syste...

  • Page 452: Recommended Fluids And

    Recommended fluids and lubricants fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Usage fluid/lubricant engine oil the engine requires a special engine oil meeting gm standard gm4718m. Oils meeting this standard can be identifi...

  • Page 453

    Usage fluid/lubricant key lock cylinders multi-purpose lubricant, superlube (gm part no. U.S. 12346241, in canada 10953474). Floor shift linkage lubriplate lubricant aerosol (gm part no. U.S. 12346293, in canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of nlgi #2, category lb or gc-lb. Rear axle sa...

  • Page 454

    Maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Part gm part numbers acdelco part numbers engine air cleaner/filter 3.6l v6 engine 15875795 a3096c 6.2l v8 engine 25898499 a3105c engine oil filter 3.6l v...

  • Page 455: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    Engine drive belt routing cts cts-v 6-17.

  • Page 456: Maintenance Record

    Maintenance record after the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See maintenance requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from owner checks and services on page 6-10 can ...

  • Page 457

    Maintenance record (cont’d) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance stamp services performed 6-19.

  • Page 458

    Maintenance record (cont’d) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance stamp services performed 6-20

  • Page 459: Section 7

    Customer assistance and information ...............7-2 customer satisfaction procedure ......................7-2 online owner center ......................................7-5 customer assistance for text telephone (tty) users .........................7-6 customer assistance offices ....................

  • Page 460: Customer Assistance And

    Customer assistance and information customer satisfaction procedure your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by the dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes,...

  • Page 461

    Step three (u.S. Owners): both general motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in steps one and two, you can file with the better business bureau (bbb...

  • Page 462

    Step three (canadian owners): general motors participation in the mediation/arbitration program in the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after the following the procedure outlined in steps one and two. General motors of canada limited wants you to be aware of its participa...

  • Page 463: Online Owner Center

    Online owner center (united states only) the owner center is a resource for your gm ownership needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in one place. The online owner center allows you to: • get e-mail service reminders. • access information about your specific vehicle, including tips and vid...

  • Page 464: Telephone (Tty) Users

    Customer assistance for text telephone (tty) users to assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use text telephones (ttys), cadillac has tty equipment available at its customer assistance center. Any tty user can communicate with cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-cmcc (...

  • Page 465: Gm Mobility Reimbursement

    Mexico, central america and caribbean islands/countries (except puerto rico and u.S. Virgin islands) — customer assistance general motors de mexico, s. De r.L. De c.V. Customer assistance center paseo de la reforma # 2740 col. Lomas de bezares c.P. 11910, mexico, d.F. 01-800-508-0000 long distance: ...

  • Page 466

    Coverage services are provided up to 5 years/100,000 miles (160 000 km), whichever comes first. In the u.S., anyone driving the vehicle is covered. In canada, a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered. Roadside assistance is not a part of the new vehicle limited w...

  • Page 467

    Cadillac technician roadside service (u.S. Only) cadillac’s exceptional roadside service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every cadillac owner in the united states with the advantage of contacting a cadillac advisor and, where available, a cadillac trained dealer technician w...

  • Page 468: Courtesy Transportation

    Scheduling service appointments when your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer/retailer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer/retailer can help minimize your inconvenience. If y...

  • Page 469: Collision Damage Repair

    U.S. Customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. See your dealer for information regarding the allowance amounts for re...

  • Page 470

    Collision parts genuine gm collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which your vehicle was originally built. Genuine gm collision parts are your best choice to ensure that your vehicle’s designed appearance, durability and safety are prese...

  • Page 471

    If a crash occurs here is what to do if you are involved in a crash. • try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right. If you are uninjured, make sure that no one else in your vehicle, or the other vehicle, is injured. • if there has been an injury, call emergency services for help. Do n...

  • Page 472: Reporting Safety Defects

    Managing the vehicle damage repair process in the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, gm recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any requi...

  • Page 473: Canadian Government

    Reporting safety defects to the canadian government if you live in canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, notify transport canada immediately, in addition to notifying general motors of canada limited. Call them at 1-800-333-0510 or write to: transport canada road safety bran...

  • Page 474: Privacy

    Current and past model order forms technical service bulletins and manuals are available for current and past model gm vehicles. To request an order form, specify year and model name of the vehicle. Order toll free: 1-800-551-4123 monday-friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm eastern time for credit card orders o...

  • Page 475: Event Data Recorders

    Event data recorders this vehicle has an event data recorder (edr). The main purpose of an edr is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The edr is d...

  • Page 476: Onstar

    Onstar ® if your vehicle has onstar and you subscribe to the onstar services, please refer to the onstar terms and conditions for information on data collection and use. See also onstar ® system on page 2-56 in this manual for more information. Navigation system if your vehicle has a navigation syst...

  • Page 477

    A accessories and modifications ............................ 5-3 accessory power outlets ................................. 3-22 adaptive forward lighting system ..................... 3-19 adding equipment to your airbag-equipped vehicle ....................................................... 1-73 ad...

  • Page 478

    Audio system ................................................. 3-85 audio steering wheel controls .................... 3-126 backglass antenna ..................................... 3-128 navigation/radio system, see navigation manual ............................ 3-113 radio reception ..................

  • Page 479

    Chemical paint spotting ................................. 5-113 child restraints child restraint systems ............................... 1-41 infants and young children ........................... 1-37 lower anchors and tethers for children .......... 1-45 older children ...............................

  • Page 480

    Customer assistance information (cont.) customer assistance offices ........................... 7-6 customer satisfaction procedure ..................... 7-2 gm mobility reimbursement program ............... 7-7 reporting safety defects to general motors .... 7-15 reporting safety defects to the can...

  • Page 481

    Engine air cleaner/filter ......................................... 5-25 check and service engine soon lamp ........... 3-43 coolant ...................................................... 5-32 coolant heater ............................................ 2-35 coolant temperature gage ....................

  • Page 482

    G gage boost ......................................................... 3-50 engine coolant temperature ......................... 3-42 engine oil pressure ..................................... 3-47 fuel .......................................................... 3-49 speedometer .........................

  • Page 483

    I ignition positions .................................... 2-31, 2-32 immobilizer .................................................... 2-27 immobilizer operation .............................. 2-28, 2-29 infants and young children, restraints ............... 1-37 inflation - tire pressure ..............

  • Page 484

    Light (cont.) stabilitrak ® /traction control system (tcs) warning light .......................................... 3-41 tire pressure .............................................. 3-42 up-shift ..................................................... 3-38 lighting entry .................................

  • Page 485

    Mirrors automatic dimming rearview ........................ 2-52 outside convex mirror ................................. 2-53 outside heated mirrors ................................ 2-53 outside power mirrors .................................. 2-52 park tilt ............................................

  • Page 486

    Parking your vehicle ....................................... 2-49 passenger airbag status indicator ..................... 3-37 passenger compartment air filter ..................... 3-29 passenger sensing system .............................. 1-67 passing ...............................................

  • Page 487

    Removing the spare tire and tools ................... 5-98 replacement bulbs ......................................... 5-59 replacement parts, maintenance ...................... 6-16 reporting safety defects canadian government .................................. 7-15 general motors ....................

  • Page 488

    Spare tire compact ................................................... 5-105 installing .................................................... 5-99 removing ................................................... 5-98 storing ..................................................... 5-104 specifications, capa...

  • Page 489

    Tires (cont.) installing the spare tire ................................ 5-99 pressure monitor operation ........................... 5-73 pressure monitor system .............................. 5-71 removing the flat tire ................................. 5-99 removing the spare tire and tools .........

  • Page 490

    V vehicle control ........................................................ 4-3 loading ...................................................... 4-20 parking your ............................................... 2-49 running while parked .................................. 2-51 symbols .....................