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Cadillac CTS Owner's Manual

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    Edition: september 2015, chevrolet europe gmbh, zürich, switzerland. Owner manual kta-6501/2-gb 09/2015 c m y cm my cy cmy k 2k16_export_cadillac_cts_kta-6501_2_gb.Ai 1 9/4/2015 10:22:30 am 2k16_export_cadillac_cts_kta-6501_2_gb.Ai 1 9/4/2015 10:22:30 am.

  • Page 2: Contents

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 contents introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 in brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 keys, doors, and windows . . . . . 28 seats and restraints . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 2 introduction introduction the names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, gm, the gm logo, cadillac, the cadillac emblem...

  • Page 4

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 introduction 3 symbols the vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, contr...

  • Page 5: Notes

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 4 introduction 2 notes.

  • Page 6: In Brief

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 5 in brief instrument panel instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 initial drive information initial drive information . . . . . . . . . . 8 stop/start system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ...

  • Page 7: Instrument Panel

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 6 in brief instrument panel.

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 7 1. Air vents 0 177 . 2. Indicator lever. See indicator and lane-change signals 0 158 . 3. Manual mode 0 204 (if equipped). 4. Instrument cluster 0 111 . 5. Windscreen wiper/ washer 0 104 . 6. Hazard wa...

  • Page 9: Initial Drive

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 8 in brief 21. Instrument panel illumination control 0 159 . 22. Head-up display (hud) 0 131 (if equipped). 23. Data link connector (dlc) (out of view). See malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light) 0 119 ....

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 9 press x twice quickly to release the boot. Press 7 and release to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold 7 for more than three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press 7 again to cancel the panic alar...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 11 v – series seat adjustment high performance seat 1. Feature select 2. Up 3. Rearward 4. Down 5. Forward . Move feature select (1) to display seat adjustments on the centre console. Press and release o...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 12 in brief see lumbar adjustment 0 56 . V-series bolster support 4 – way lumbar support to adjust lumbar support, if equipped: high performance seat . Press and release or hold feature select (1) to scroll to lu...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 13 reclining seat backrests base seat to adjust the seat back: . Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. . Tilt the top of the control forward to raise. High performance seat to adjust the seat ...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 14 in brief when easy exit options is enabled in the personalisation menu, the seats will move rearward when the ignition is changed to off and driver door is opened within a short time. See memory seats 0 58 and...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 15 safety belts refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: . Safety belts 0 64 . . How to wear safety belts properly 0 65 . . Lap-shoulder belt 0 66 . ...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 16 in brief 3. Adjust each mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. 4. Press o to deselect the mirror. See power mirrors 0 44 . Interior adjust the inside rearview mirror for a c...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 17 interior lighting dome lamp to change the dome lamp settings, press the following: off : turns the lamp off, even when a door is open. Door : the lamp comes on when a door is opened. On : turns the la...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 18 in brief exterior lighting there are four positions: o : turns off the exterior lamps. The knob returns to the auto position after it is released. Turn to o again to reactivate the auto mode. Auto : automatica...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 19 . Move the windscreen wiper lever out of the int position to deactivate rainsense. To turn the rainsense feature on or off, see “ rain sense wipers ” under vehicle personalisation 0 146 . Off : use to...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 20 in brief climate touch screen controls 1. Outside temperature display 2. Driver and passenger temperature controls 3. Fan control 4. Sync (synchronised temperature) 5. A/c mode (air conditioning) 6. Climate co...

  • Page 22: Vehicle Features

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 21 vehicle features infotainment system see the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 22 in brief y or z : press to move up or down in a list. S or t : press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster. Press s to go back to the previous menu. Sel : press to open a menu or select ...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 23 lane change alert (lca) if equipped, the lca system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 24 in brief parking assist if equipped, rear parking assist (rpa) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in r (reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). ...

  • Page 26: Performance And

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 25 the driver side switch (1) operates the sunroof. Vent : press and release the rear of the switch (1) to vent the sunroof. The sunshade will automatically open approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press and ho...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 26 in brief . To turn off both tcs and stabilitrak, press and hold the tcs/stabilitrak button y on the centre console until g and i illuminate in the instrument cluster. The appropriate dic message displays. See ...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 in brief 27 caution (continued) clearance for the undercarriage and/or wide rear tyres and wheels. See "washing the vehicle" under exterior care 0 315 . Driving for better fuel economy driving habits can affect f...

  • Page 29: Keys, Doors, And

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 28 keys, doors, and windows keys, doors, and windows keys and locks keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 29 this key, inside the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter, is used for the driver door, and rear folding seats. To remove the key, press the button on the side of the transmitter nea...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 30 keys, doors, and windows q (lock) : press to lock all doors. The indicator lamp indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate locking. See vehicle personalisation 0 146 . If the driver door is ope...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 31 (3 ft) of the door being opened. If equipped, there will be a button on the outside door handles. The keyless access system can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first lock/unlo...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 32 keys, doors, and windows to customise the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see vehicle personalisation 0 146 . Temporary disable of passive locking feature temporarily disable the passive ...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 33 battery replacement { warning make sure that you dispose of old batteries in accordance with environmental protection regulations to help protect the environment and your health. Cauti...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 34 keys, doors, and windows remote vehicle start this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle. / (remote vehicle start) : this button will be on the rke transmitter if the vehicle has rem...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 35 cancelling a remote start to cancel a remote start, do any of the following: . Press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. . Turn on the hazard warning lights. . Turn the vehicl...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 36 keys, doors, and windows use the keyless access system to lock and unlock the door. When the doors are locked and the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, pres...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 37 inside the vehicle on the rear doors, push down on the door lock knob to lock the door manually. Pull once on the door handle to unlock the door and again to open the door. Press the p...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 38 keys, doors, and windows if the vehicle is off and locking is requested while a door is open, when all doors are closed the vehicle will check for rke transmitters inside. If an rke transmitter is detected and...

  • Page 40: Doors

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 39 doors boot { warning exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the tailgate or boot/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the b...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 40 keys, doors, and windows 1 m (3 ft) of the rear of the vehicle. See remote keyless entry (rke) system operation 0 29 . Close the boot by pulling on the handle. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. Rear seat pa...

  • Page 42: Vehicle Security

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 41 vehicle security this vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal. Vehicle alarm system this vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system....

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 42 keys, doors, and windows . Unlock the vehicle using the keyless access system. . Start the vehicle. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident: . Lock the vehicle after all occupants have left the vehicle and ...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 43 the deadbolt is engaged whenever you press q on the rke transmitter twice within five seconds with all doors closed and the vehicle off. The deadbolt lock can also be engaged with the ...

  • Page 45: Exterior Mirrors

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 44 keys, doors, and windows if the ignition modes will not change with the other transmitter, your vehicle needs service. If the ignition does change modes, the first transmitter may be faulty. See the retailer. ...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 45 power folding mirrors the outside mirrors fold inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold the mirrors move the selector switch to o and press the down a...

  • Page 47: Interior Mirrors

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 46 keys, doors, and windows interior mirrors interior rearview mirrors adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft tow...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 47 the driver power window switches control all the windows. The passenger switch only controls that window. Press the switch down to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. Ret...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 48 keys, doors, and windows programming the power windows if the vehicle battery has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working, the front power windows will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up feat...

  • Page 50

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 keys, doors, and windows 49 sun visors pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the centre mount to pivot to the side window or, if equipped, extend along the rod. Rear window sunshade if...

  • Page 51: Roof

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 50 keys, doors, and windows roof sunroof if equipped, the sunroof will only operate when the ignition is in on/ run or acc/accessory, or when retained accessory power (rap) is active. See retained accessory power...

  • Page 52: Seats And

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 51 seats and restraints head restraints head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 front seats power seat adjustment . . . . . . . . 54 lumbar adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 thig...

  • Page 53: Head Restraints

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 52 seats and restraints head restraints if equipped with base seats, the vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. If equipped with high performance seats, the vehic...

  • Page 54

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 53 to adjust the head restraint forward and rearward, press the button located on the side facing the head restraint and move it forward or rearward until the desired locking position is reac...

  • Page 55: Front Seats

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 54 seats and restraints front seats power seat adjustment high performance seat to adjust the seat: . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. . Raise or lower the seat by mov...

  • Page 56

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 55 . Press rearward (3) to make rearward adjustments of the selected feature. . Press down (4) to make downward adjustments of the selected feature. . Press forward (5) to make forward adjust...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 56 seats and restraints back bolster support to adjust back bolster support, if equipped: . Press and release or hold feature select (1) to scroll to upper back support on the centre console. . Press forward (5) ...

  • Page 58

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 57 thigh support adjustment base seat if equipped, pull up on the lever. Then pull or push on the support to lengthen or shorten. Release the lever to lock in place. Reclining seat backrests ...

  • Page 59

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 58 seats and restraints { warning sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against y...

  • Page 60

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 59 manually recalling memory positions press and hold 1, 2, or b to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. Releasing 1, 2, or b before the stored positions are reached stops ...

  • Page 61

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 60 seats and restraints heated and ventilated front seats { warning if you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a cond...

  • Page 62: Rear Seats

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 61 unoccupied, the auto heated seats feature will not activate that seat. The auto heated seats feature can be programmed to always be enabled when the vehicle is on. See vehicle personalisat...

  • Page 63

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 62 seats and restraints folding the seat backrest caution folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return the...

  • Page 64

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 63 raising the seat backrest { warning if either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and ...

  • Page 65: Safety Belts

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 64 seats and restraints with the ignition in on/run/start, press m or l to heat the left or right outboard seat cushion and seatback. An indicator on the climate control display appears when this feature is on. P...

  • Page 66

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 65 warning (continued) passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Always wear a safety belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restraine...

  • Page 67

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 66 seats and restraints it is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. There are important things...

  • Page 68

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 67 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the be...

  • Page 69

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 68 seats and restraints 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Always stow the seat belt sl...

  • Page 70

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 69 seat belts when the forward vehicle speed exceeds the threshold for activation. The system also activates during emergency braking and/or sudden driving manoeuvres and releases when drivin...

  • Page 71

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 70 seats and restraints a pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the foetus is...

  • Page 72: Airbag System

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 71 after a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to ...

  • Page 73

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 72 seats and restraints here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { warning you can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt, even with airbags. A...

  • Page 74

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 73 where are the airbags? The driver frontal airbag is in the centre of the steering wheel. The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. The driver k...

  • Page 75

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 74 seats and restraints rear seat driver side shown, passenger side similar the second row seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the sides of the rear seatback closest to the door. { warning if something is bet...

  • Page 76

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 75 frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, or in many side impacts. In addition, the vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags. Advanced t...

  • Page 77

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 76 seats and restraints rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows. The rollover capable roof-ra...

  • Page 78

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 77 warning (continued) system, brake and steering systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate crash, there may be concealed damage that could make it difficult t...

  • Page 79

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 78 seats and restraints according to accident statistics, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in a correct child restraint for their weight and size. Whenever possible, children age 12 and und...

  • Page 80

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 79 senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled, the on indicator will ...

  • Page 81

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 80 seats and restraints child's size. It is better to secure a child restraint in a rear seat. If the off indicator is lit for an adult-sized occupant if a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard pa...

  • Page 82

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 81 aftermarket equipment except when approved by gm for your specific vehicle. See adding equipment to the airbag-equipped vehicle 0 82 for more information about modifications that can affec...

  • Page 83

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 82 seats and restraints adding equipment to the airbag-equipped vehicle adding accessories that change the vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front end, or side sheet metal, may keep the airbag system from w...

  • Page 84: Child Restraints

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 83 replacing airbag system parts after a crash { warning a crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your p...

  • Page 85

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 84 seats and restraints the manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes t...

  • Page 86

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 85 { warning never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, ...

  • Page 87

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 86 seats and restraints every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag sy...

  • Page 88

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 87 the restraint manufacturer's instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. { warning to reduce the risk of neck and he...

  • Page 89

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 88 seats and restraints booster seats a booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. Securing an a...

  • Page 90

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 89 restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. Whenever possible, children age 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position. { warning do not ...

  • Page 91

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 90 seats and restraints isofix child restraint systems installation suitability mass group class size fixture vehicle isofix positions front passenger rear left passenger rear centre passenger rear right passenge...

  • Page 92

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 91 child restraint systems installation suitability mass group seating positions front passenger rear left outboard rear centre rear right outboard group 0 up to 10 kg x u u u group 0 + up to...

  • Page 93

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 92 seats and restraints isofix child restraint systems isofix mounting brackets are marked by j on the seat back. Fasten vehicle-approved isofix child restraint systems to the isofix mounting brackets. Specific v...

  • Page 94

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 93 if the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the isofix system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the ins...

  • Page 95

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 94 seats and restraints 5. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See isofix child restraint systems 0 92 for more inf...

  • Page 96

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 95 when using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position, follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and the following instructions: 1. Move the seat...

  • Page 97: Pedestrian Protection

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 96 seats and restraints if the child restraint system has a lock-off mechanism, use it to secure the vehicle safety belt. 6. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. ...

  • Page 98

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 seats and restraints 97 . Vehicle speed at impact is less than 22 km/h (14 mph) or greater than 50 km/h (31 mph). . The vehicle impacts a small object. For other frontal impacts or vehicle speeds, the airbags may...

  • Page 99

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 98 seats and restraints { warning you or others could be injured when the bonnet is lowered or latched. Be sure to keep fingers and other body parts away from the edge of the bonnet and wings. For v-series models...

  • Page 100: Storage

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 storage 99 storage storage compartments storage compartments . . . . . . . . 99 instrument panel storage . . . . . . 99 glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 101

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 100 storage cupholders cupholders in the front centre console have a power retractable cover. Push the handle forward to express open. Pull the handle rearward to express close. The power cover will operate when ...

  • Page 102: Additional Storage

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 storage 101 if equipped, press the top of the door to open the storage area on the rear of the centre console. If equipped, there is a power outlet inside. Additional storage features cargo tie-downs the cargo ti...

  • Page 103: Instruments And

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 102 instruments and controls instruments and controls controls steering wheel adjustment . . . 103 steering wheel controls . . . . . . 104 heated steering wheel . . . . . . . 104 horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 104: Controls

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 103 security messages . . . . . . . . . . . 144 service vehicle messages . . . . 144 starting the vehicle messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 tyre messages . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 105

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 104 instruments and controls steering wheel controls the infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See "steering wheel controls" in the infotainment manual. Heated steering wheel (...

  • Page 106

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 105 wiper parking when using intermittent or rainsense ™ wipes, the wipers pause briefly on the windscreen. If the wiper lever is moved to off or if rainsense and additional wipes are not...

  • Page 107

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 106 instruments and controls the wiper-activated headlights immediately turn off when the ignition is turned to lock/off or the windscreen wiper control is turned off. Headlamp washer if equipped with headlamp wa...

  • Page 108

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 107 . Inside the storage area on the rear of the centre console, if equipped. These outlets are powered while the vehicle is in on/run/start or acc/accessory mode, or until the driver doo...

  • Page 109

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 108 instruments and controls power socket 220/230 volt alternating current if equipped, this power outlet is inside the centre console. It can be used to plug in electrical equipment that uses a maximum limit of ...

  • Page 110

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 109 (rap). The wireless charging feature may not correctly indicate charging when the vehicle is in rap. See retained accessory power (rap) 0 198 . The operating temperature is − 20 °c ( ...

  • Page 111: Warning Lights,

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 110 instruments and controls cigarette lighter there may be a cigarette lighter inside the front storage area near the gear lever and inside the storage area on the rear of the centre console. To activate the cig...

  • Page 112

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 111 instrument cluster base level with auto stop.

  • Page 113

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 112 instruments and controls uplevel, balanced configuration shown.

  • Page 114

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 113 reconfigurable instrument cluster the uplevel cluster display layout can be changed. Balanced configuration the balanced configuration has three interactive display zones: one in the ...

  • Page 115

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 114 instruments and controls cluster application displays the cluster can display information regarding navigation, audio, and phone. On the base cluster, a speedometer can also be displayed in the centre zone. N...

  • Page 116

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 115 or max (for full loading) by pressing sel while the desired item is highlighted. Open source software : press sel while open source software is highlighted to display open source soft...

  • Page 117

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 116 instruments and controls uplevel balanced configuration when the ignition is on, the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank. There is an arrow near the fuel gauge pointing to the side of...

  • Page 118

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 117 uplevel balanced configuration this gauge measures the engine coolant temperature. While driving under normal operating conditions, if the needle moves into the red area, the engine i...

  • Page 119

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 118 instruments and controls airbag readiness light this light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), the passenger sensing system, the pre...

  • Page 120

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 119 if, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your r...

  • Page 121

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 120 instruments and controls malfunctions are often indicated by the system before any problem is noticeable. Being aware of the light and seeking service promptly when it comes on may prevent damage. Caution if ...

  • Page 122

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 121 . Poor fuel quality can cause inefficient engine operation and poor driveability, which may go away once the engine is warmed up. If this occurs, change the fuel brand. It may require...

  • Page 123

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 122 instruments and controls { warning the brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is s...

  • Page 124

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 123 if the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the vehicle. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the abs light stays on, or com...

  • Page 125

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 124 instruments and controls vehicle ahead indicator if equipped, this indicator will display green when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely. See forward ...

  • Page 126

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 125 if the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If the light is on and not flashing, the tcs...

  • Page 127

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 126 instruments and controls when the light flashes first and then is on steady if the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the tpms. If the problem is not corrected, th...

  • Page 128

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 127 security light on some vehicles the immobiliser light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system ...

  • Page 129

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 128 instruments and controls lamps on reminder this light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use. See exterior lamp controls 0 154 . Cruise control light the cruise control light is white when the cruise con...

  • Page 130: Information Displays

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 129 information displays driver information centre (dic) the dic displays are shown in the left and right interactive display zones on the instrument cluster. The displays show the status...

  • Page 131

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 130 instruments and controls will change as driving conditions change. The average fuel economy can be reset along with the trip odometer by pressing and holding sel while this display is active. Fuel range : sho...

  • Page 132

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 131 speed warning : allows the driver to set a speed that they do not want to exceed. To set the speed warning, press sel when speed warning is displayed. Press y or z to adjust the value...

  • Page 133

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 132 instruments and controls if equipped with hud, some information concerning the operation of the vehicle is projected onto the windscreen. The image is projected through the hud lens on top of the instrument p...

  • Page 134

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 133 use the following settings to adjust the hud. $ (image adjustment) : press down or lift up to centre the hud image. The hud image can only be adjusted up and down, not side to side. !...

  • Page 135: Vehicle Messages

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 134 instruments and controls vehicles. The compass heading is displayed when navigation routing is not active. Navigation turn-by-turn alerts shown in the instrument cluster may also be displayed in any hud view....

  • Page 136

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 135 battery voltage and charging messages battery saver active this message displays when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point. The batt...

  • Page 137

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 136 instruments and controls adaptive cruise temporarily unavailable this message displays when attempting to activate adaptive cruise control (acc) when it is temporarily unavailable. The acc system does not nee...

  • Page 138

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 137 engine cooling system messages a/c off engine coolant hot this message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid added strain on ...

  • Page 139

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 138 instruments and controls engine power messages engine power is reduced this message displays when the vehicle's engine power is reduced. Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If...

  • Page 140

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 139 lamp messages afl (adaptive forward lighting) lamps need service this message displays when the afl system is disabled and needs service. See your dealer. See adaptive forward lightin...

  • Page 141

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 140 instruments and controls . Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the object detection performance. This message may also be displayed if there is a problem with the stabilitrak system. See traction control/e...

  • Page 142

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 141 service front camera if this message remains on after continued driving, take the vehicle to your retailer for service. Do not use the lane keep assist (lka), lane departure warning (...

  • Page 143

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 142 instruments and controls selected. Launch control is available when this mode is selected. In this mode, the traction control and active handling system are available but intended for use on wet race track co...

  • Page 144

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 143 rear axle off when this message is displayed, the vehicle's handling capabilities will be reduced during severe manoeuvres. Stabilitrak will be affected. See traction control/ electro...

  • Page 145

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 144 instruments and controls safety belt messages automatic seatbelt tightening unavailable this message displays when the automatic safety belt tightening system, if equipped, becomes unavailable. This could be ...

  • Page 146

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 145 turn steering wheel start vehicle again this message may display when you try to start the vehicle, but the column remains locked. Try turning the steering wheel while starting the ve...

  • Page 147: Vehicle

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 146 instruments and controls transmission hot — idle engine this message displays and a chime sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cau...

  • Page 148

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 147 personalisation menus the following list of menu items may be available: . Time and date . Language (language) . Valet mode . Radio . Vehicle . Bluetooth . Apple carplay . Android aut...

  • Page 149

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 148 instruments and controls audible touch feedback this allows audible touch feedback to be turned on or off. Select off or on. Bose audio pilot this feature adjusts the volume based on the noise in the vehicle....

  • Page 150

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 149 alert type this feature will set crash alerts to beeps or seat vibrations. This setting affects all crash alerts including: . Forward collision . Lane departure warning . Parking assi...

  • Page 151

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 150 instruments and controls reverse tilt mirror this allows the feature to be turned on or off. Select off, on - driver and passenger, on - driver, or on - passenger. Auto mirror folding when on, the outside rea...

  • Page 152

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 151 . Remote start auto cool seats . Remote start auto heat seats . Remote window operation . Passive door unlock . Passive door lock . Remote left in vehicle alert remote unlock light fe...

  • Page 153

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 152 instruments and controls device management select to connect to a different phone source, disconnect a phone, or delete a phone. Ringtones press to change the ring tone for the specific phone. The phone does ...

  • Page 154

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 instruments and controls 153 display select and the following may display: . Mode . Proximity sensing . Calibrate touchscreen . Turn display off mode select to change the display screen for day or night driving. ...

  • Page 155: Lighting

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 154 lighting lighting exterior lighting exterior lamp controls . . . . . . . 154 exterior lamps off reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 headlamp main/dipped-beam changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 156

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 lighting 155 2 (headlamps) : turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. Intellibeam ® system if equipped, this system turns the vehicle's main beam headlamps on and off ac...

  • Page 157

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 156 lighting . The other vehicle's lamp(s) are covered with dirt, snow, and/or road spray. . The other vehicle's lamp(s) cannot be detected due to dense exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road spray, mist, or other airbo...

  • Page 158

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 lighting 157 the dedicated drl will come on when all of the following conditions are met: . The ignition is on. . The exterior lamp control is in auto. . The light sensor determines it is daytime. . The parking b...

  • Page 159

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 158 lighting adaptive forward lighting (afl) on vehicles with the afl system, the headlamps pivot horizontally to provide greater road illumination while turning. To enable afl, set the exterior lamp control on t...

  • Page 160: Interior Lighting

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 lighting 159 the indicator and lane-change signal can be turned off manually by moving the lever back to its original position. If after signalling a turn or lane change, the arrow flashes rapidly or does not com...

  • Page 161: Lighting Features

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 160 lighting dome lamps to change the dome lamp settings, press the following: off : turns the lamp off, even when a door is open. Door : the lamp comes on when a door is opened. On : turns the lamp on. Reading l...

  • Page 162

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 lighting 161 exit lighting some exterior lamps and interior lights come on at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when the driver door is opened after the ignition is turned off. The dome lamp comes on afte...

  • Page 163

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 162 lighting exterior lighting battery saver if the exterior lamps are left on, they turn off when the ignition is turned off. If the parking lights are turned on while the ignition is off, the parking lights rem...

  • Page 164: Infotainment

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 infotainment system 163 infotainment system introduction infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 performance data recorder (pdr) performance data recorder (pdr) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 introduc...

  • Page 165

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 164 infotainment system . You are solely liable for operation of your vehicle and use of the pdr system, including all related legal responsibilities. Use of the pdr system may be prohibited or legally restricted...

  • Page 166

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 infotainment system 165 start recording if the system is unable to begin recording, the start recording button is greyed out. Press the start recording button to begin recording. After recording begins, this butt...

  • Page 167

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 166 infotainment system to set the finish line, position the vehicle with the front bumper at the start/finish point. From the pdr menu, press define finish line and then press mark fin line. This can be done wit...

  • Page 168

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 infotainment system 167 sport: displays these vehicle metrics: . Vehicle speed: up to three digits are displayed in km/h or mph depending on vehicle settings. . Engine rotations per minute (rpms): the vertical li...

  • Page 169

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 168 infotainment system . Performance traction management (ptm) mode: displays the current ptm mode. The options are wet, dry, sport 1, sport 2, or race. . Current lap time: displays the elapsed lap time if the f...

  • Page 170

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 infotainment system 169 valet mode recording : allows recording preferences to be selected. It is recommended that a blank sd card be used. Available choices are: . Automatically record when in valet mode: enable...

  • Page 171: Climate Controls

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 170 climate controls climate controls climate control systems dual automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 rear climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 air ve...

  • Page 172

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 climate controls 171 climate touch screen controls 1. Outside temperature display 2. Driver and passenger temperature controls 3. Fan control 4. Sync (synchronised temperature) 5. A/c mode (air conditioning) 6. C...

  • Page 173

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 172 climate controls automatic operation the system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature. When th...

  • Page 174

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 climate controls 173 air delivery mode control : when the climate information is displayed, press the desired air delivery mode on the touch screen to change the direction of the airflow. The selected air deliver...

  • Page 175

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 174 climate controls off or on, see "climate and air quality" under vehicle personalisation 0 146 . Rear window demister = (rear window demister) : press to turn the rear window demister on or off. An indicator l...

  • Page 176

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 climate controls 175 sensor the solar sensor, on top of the instrument panel near the windscreen, monitors the solar heat. The climate control system uses the sensor information to adjust the temperature, fan spe...

  • Page 177

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 176 climate controls 5. Mode (air delivery mode control) rear climate touch screen controls 1. Outside temperature display 2. Rear climate temperature control 3. Sync (synchronised temperatures) 4. Rear o (on/off...

  • Page 178: Air Vents

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 climate controls 177 +/- (temperature control) : press or press and hold the rear temperature control buttons or touch screen to adjust the rear passenger temperature. Press + for warmer air and press - for coole...

  • Page 179: Maintenance

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 178 climate controls . Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively. . Use of non-gm approved bonnet air flow deflectors can adversely affe...

  • Page 180: Driving And

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 179 driving and operating driving information distracted driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 defensive driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 control of a vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 181 br...

  • Page 181: Driving Information

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 180 driving and operating trailer towing general towing information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 driving characteristics and towing tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 trailer towing (saloon l4 ...

  • Page 182

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 181 see the infotainment manual for information on that system or the navigation system, if equipped, including pairing and using a mobile phone. Defensive driving defensive driving means “ ...

  • Page 183

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 182 driving and operating if power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can be steered, but may require increased effort. See your dealer if there is a problem. If the steering wheel i...

  • Page 184

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 183 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Loss of control skidding there are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: . Braking skid...

  • Page 185

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 184 driving and operating after every 24 hours of racing or competitive driving. See recommended fluids and lubricants 0 328 . Caution during a first time track or racing event, high axle temperatures can occur. ...

  • Page 186

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 185 v-sport and v-series brake burnishing new brake pads must be burnished before racing or other competitive driving. Caution these procedures are specific to the v-sport and v-series brake...

  • Page 187

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 186 driving and operating brake cooling on v-series, remove front tyre deflectors if equipped, before track driving for optimised brake cooling. Wheel alignment (v-series only) wheel alignment suggested specs for...

  • Page 188

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 187 road/street courses (e.G., virginia international raceway, road atlanta, or similar) load limit: limit the vehicle to the driver and one passenger, with no additional cargo. Tyre pressur...

  • Page 189

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 188 driving and operating hill and mountain roads driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. . C...

  • Page 190

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 189 . Allow greater following distance and watch for slippery spots. Icy patches can occur on otherwise clear roads in shaded areas. The surface of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when...

  • Page 191

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 190 driving and operating { warning if the vehicle's tyres spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. The vehicle can overheat, causing an engine compartment fire or other damage. S...

  • Page 192

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 191 tyre and loading information label label example a vehicle-specific tyre and loading information label is attached to the vehicle's centre pillar (b-pillar). The tyre and loading informa...

  • Page 193

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 192 driving and operating 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. 6...

  • Page 194

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 193 example 3 1. Vehicle capacity weight for example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract occupant weight @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 3. Available cargo weight = 0 kg (0 lbs)....

  • Page 195: Starting And

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 194 driving and operating starting and operating new vehicle run-in follow these recommended guidelines during the first 2,400 km (1,500 mi) of driving this vehicle. Parts have a running-in period and performance...

  • Page 196

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 195 the vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start. Pressing the button cycles it through three modes: acc/accessory, on/run/start, and stopping the engine/off. The rem...

  • Page 197

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 196 driving and operating { warning turning off the vehicle while moving may cause loss of power assistance in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. While driving, only shut the vehicle off in a...

  • Page 198

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 197 starting procedure 1. With the keyless access system, the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter must be in the vehicle. Press the engine start/stop button, if equipped, with the brake p...

  • Page 199

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 198 driving and operating if equipped with the 2.0l l4 engine, the vehicle has a fuel saving stop/ start system to shut off the engine to help conserve fuel. Auto engine stop/start when the brakes are applied and...

  • Page 200

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 199 see electric parking brake 0 207 . 2. Move the shift lever into p (park) by holding in the button on the shift lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle. 3....

  • Page 201

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 200 driving and operating the shift lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low vo...

  • Page 202: Engine Exhaust

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 201 engine exhaust { warning engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co), which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to co can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the veh...

  • Page 203: Automatic

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 202 driving and operating warning (continued) move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and move t...

  • Page 204

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 203 from p (park) when the ignition is in on/run. If you cannot shift out of p (park), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into p (park) as you maintain bra...

  • Page 205

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 204 driving and operating lever. M (manual mode) allows the driver to select gears appropriate for current driving conditions. M (manual mode) can be exited with a second press of the m (manual mode) button. See ...

  • Page 206: Drive Systems

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 205 with the shift lever in d (drive) and not in permanent tap shift mode, the tap shift controls will activate a temporary tap manual shift mode, allowing the transmission to be manually sh...

  • Page 207: Brakes

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 206 driving and operating brakes antilock brake system (abs) this vehicle has abs, an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid. When the vehicle begins to drive away, abs checks itself...

  • Page 208

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 207 electric parking brake the vehicle has an electric parking brake (epb). The switch for the epb is on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. The epb can always be activa...

  • Page 209

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 208 driving and operating if the amber handbrake warning light is on, lift up on the epb switch and hold it up. Continue to hold the switch until the red handbrake status light remains on. If the amber handbrake ...

  • Page 210: Ride Control Systems

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 209 brake assist this vehicle has a brake assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditions. This feature uses the stabilit...

  • Page 211

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 210 driving and operating the indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster. This light will: . Flash when tcs is limiting wheel spin. . Flash when stabilitrak is activated. . Turn on and stay on ...

  • Page 212

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 211 to turn off both tcs and stabilitrak, press and hold the y button until the traction off light i and stabilitrak off light g come on and stay on in the instrument cluster. The appropriat...

  • Page 213

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 212 driving and operating press « or z on the mode switch on the centre console to make a mode selection. The first press of the switch will show the current mode. Subsequent presses will scroll though the availa...

  • Page 214

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 213 modes: tour default sport snow/ice track throttle progression normal sport normal sport/track transmission shift mode normal sport normal track steering (assist effort) comfort sport com...

  • Page 215

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 214 driving and operating . Snow/ice – the transmission will use 2 (second) gear instead of 1 (first) gear when accelerating from a stop. The vehicle will upshift normally when the vehicle is moving. The transmis...

  • Page 216

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 215 based on the mode selected, track conditions, driver skill, and the radius of each corner. This light is on when the vehicle is in the ptm mode. To select this optional handling mode, th...

  • Page 217

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 216 driving and operating . Stabilitrak is off and available engine power is the same as mode 3. Perf trac 5 – race active handling off . For use by experienced drivers who are familiar with the track. . Dry cond...

  • Page 218: Cruise Control

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 217 limited-slip differential (except v-series) if equipped, the mechanical limited-slip differential can give more traction on snow, mud, ice, sand, or gravel. It works like a standard axle...

  • Page 219

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 218 driving and operating occurs when cruise control is activated, cruise control is disengaged. See forward collision alert (fca) system 0 234 . When road conditions allow the cruise control to be safely used, c...

  • Page 220

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 219 once the vehicle speed reaches about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, press the +res up to the first detent briefly. The vehicle returns to the previous set speed. Increasing speed while cruise...

  • Page 221

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 220 driving and operating also, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle speed down. If the brake pedal is applied, cruise control disengages. Ending cruise control there are four ways t...

  • Page 222

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 221 warning (continued) a vehicle ahead. Keep the entire front of the vehicle clean. . Visibility is low, such as in mist, rain, or snow conditions. Acc performance is limited under these co...

  • Page 223

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 222 driving and operating after acc is set, it may immediately apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead is detected closer than the selected following gap. The acc indicator displays in the instrument cluster and head...

  • Page 224

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 223 . Press and hold set – down until the desired lower speed is reached, then release it. . To decrease the vehicle speed in smaller increments, press set − down to the first detent. For ea...

  • Page 225

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 224 driving and operating or both sides of the safety alert seat will pulse five times. See “ collision/detection systems ” under vehicle personalisation 0 146 . See defensive driving 0 181 . Approaching and foll...

  • Page 226

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 225 notification to resume acc acc will maintain a follow gap behind a detected vehicle and slow your vehicle to a stop behind that vehicle. If the stopped vehicle ahead has driven away and ...

  • Page 227

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 226 driving and operating bends in the road { warning on bends, acc may not detect a vehicle ahead in your lane. You could be startled if the vehicle accelerates up to the set speed, especially when following a v...

  • Page 228: Driver Assistance

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 227 do not use acc on hills and when towing a trailer do not use acc when driving on steep hills or when towing a trailer. Acc will not detect a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep hi...

  • Page 229

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 228 driving and operating warning (continued) under many conditions, these systems will not: . Detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. . Detect vehicles or objects outside the area monitored by the ...

  • Page 230

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 229 1. View displayed by the camera 2. Corners of the rear bumper displayed images may be farther or closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects that are close to eith...

  • Page 231

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 230 driving and operating after shifting from r (reverse) to a forward gear, or by pressing camera in the centre stack, and when the vehicle is moving forward slower than 8 km/h (5 mph). If equipped, the front vi...

  • Page 232

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 231 warning (continued) or vehicle damage, even with parking assist, always check the area around the vehicle and check all mirrors before moving forward or reversing. The instrument cluster...

  • Page 233

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 232 driving and operating rcta can also be turned on or off through vehicle personalisation. See “ collision/detection systems ” under vehicle personalisation 0 146 . Automatic parking assist (apa) if equipped, a...

  • Page 234

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 233 apa will instruct the vehicle to stop once a large enough space is found. Follow the instructions in the dic. When instructed to drive in reverse, shift to r (reverse) to engage automati...

  • Page 235

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 234 driving and operating forward collision alert (fca) system if equipped, the fca system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, fca provi...

  • Page 236

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 235 warning (continued) or ice, or if the windscreen is damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog, rain, or ...

  • Page 237

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 236 driving and operating or on some vehicles, off. The first button press shows the current setting on the dic. Additional button presses will change this setting. The chosen setting will remain until it is chan...

  • Page 238

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 237 warning (continued) . Detect all vehicles, especially vehicles with a trailer, tractors, muddy vehicles, etc. . Detect a vehicle when weather limits visibility, such as in fog, rain, or ...

  • Page 239

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 238 driving and operating side blind zone alert (sbza) if equipped, the sbza system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spo...

  • Page 240

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 239 how the system works the lca symbol lights up in the side mirrors when the system detects a moving vehicle in the next lane over that is in the side blind zone or rapidly approaching fro...

  • Page 241

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 240 driving and operating both sides of the vehicle toward the rear corners of the vehicle, see your dealer. If the lca displays do not light up when moving vehicles are in the blind zone or rapidly approaching t...

  • Page 242

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 241 warning (continued) if lka only detects lane markings on one side of the road, it will only assist or provide an ldw alert when approaching the lane on the side where it has detected a l...

  • Page 243: Fuel

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 242 driving and operating if the lka system is not functioning properly when lane markings are clearly visible, cleaning the windscreen may help. Lka assistance and/or ldw alerts may occur due to tar marks, shado...

  • Page 244

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 243 caution do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under the vehicle wa...

  • Page 245

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 244 driving and operating to open the fuel filler flap, push and release the rearward centre edge of the flap. The fuel door is locked when the vehicle doors are locked. Press k on the rke transmitter to unlock. ...

  • Page 246: Trailer Towing

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 245 { warning attempting to refuel without using the funnel adapter may cause fuel spillage and damage the capless fuel system. This could cause a fire and you or others could be badly burne...

  • Page 247

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 246 driving and operating . Do not tow a trailer during the first 2 414 km (1,500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, axle or other parts. . Then during the first 800 km (500 mi) of trailer towing, do not drive ...

  • Page 248

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 247 necessary to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane. Reversing hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. To move the trailer to the left, move ...

  • Page 249

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 248 driving and operating 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the brake pedal. The...

  • Page 250

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 249 weight of the trailer tongue the tongue load (1) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The gross vehicle weight (gvw)...

  • Page 251: Conversions And

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 250 driving and operating . Will any holes be made in the body of the vehicle when the trailer hitch is installed? If so, seal the holes when the hitch is removed. If the holes are not sealed, dirt, water and dea...

  • Page 252

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 driving and operating 251 caution some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components not to work and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding ele...

  • Page 253: Vehicle Care

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 252 vehicle care vehicle care general information general information . . . . . . . . . . 253 accessories and modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 vehicle checks doing your own service work . . . . ....

  • Page 254: General Information

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 253 jump starting jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 towing the vehicle towing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 312 recreational vehicle towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 255: Vehicle Checks

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 254 vehicle care vehicle checks doing your own service work { warning it can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge, service manual, tools, or parts. Always follow owner manu...

  • Page 256

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 255 engine compartment overview 2.0l l4 ltg engine.

  • Page 257

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 256 vehicle care 1. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir. See washer fluid 0 268 . 2. Remote positive (+) battery terminal. See jump starting 0 310 . 3. Engine compartment fuse block 0 278 . 4. Engine coolant surge ...

  • Page 258

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 257 6.2l v8 lt4 engine.

  • Page 259

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 258 vehicle care 1. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir. See washer fluid 0 268 . 2. Remote positive (+) battery terminal. See jump starting 0 310 . 3. Engine compartment fuse block 0 278 . 4. Engine coolant surge ...

  • Page 260

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 259 when to add engine oil 2.0l l4 engine 6.2l v8 engine if the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add 1 l (1 qt) of the recommended oil and then recheck the level. See “...

  • Page 261

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 260 vehicle care caution (continued) paragraph. Failure to use the recommended engine oil can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Viscosity grade use sae 5w-30 viscosity grade engine oil....

  • Page 262

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 261 system might indicate that an oil change is not necessary for up to a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and, at this time, the system must be reset. Your dealer...

  • Page 263

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 262 vehicle care the engine air cleaner/filter or components with water or compressed air. To inspect or replace the air cleaner/ filter: 2.0l l4 ltg engine 1. Remove the screws on top of the air cleaner/filter c...

  • Page 264

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 263 cooling system the cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. 2.0l l4 ltg engine 1. Engine coolant surge tank and pressure cap 2. Engine cooling fan (out of vie...

  • Page 265

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 264 vehicle care engine coolant the cooling system in the vehicle is filled with dex-cool engine coolant. See scheduled maintenance 0 325 and recommended fluids and lubricants 0 328 . The following explains the c...

  • Page 266

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 265 checking coolant the vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. It is normal to see coolant moving in the upper coolant hose return line when the engine is running. It is...

  • Page 267

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 266 vehicle care warning (continued) could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and dex-cool coolant. Caution in cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and...

  • Page 268

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 267 caution if the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. Check the level in the surge tank top and...

  • Page 269

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 268 vehicle care 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 ...

  • Page 270

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 269 caution (continued) . Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage the washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. . When using c...

  • Page 271

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 270 vehicle care replacing brake system parts always replace brake system parts with new, approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes may not work properly. The braking performance expected can ch...

  • Page 272

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 271 when the brake fluid falls to a low level, the brake warning light comes on. See brake system warning light 0 121 . Brake fluid absorbs water over time which degrades the effectiveness of the bra...

  • Page 273

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 272 vehicle care { warning batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be hurt badly if you are not careful. Follow instructions carefully when working around a battery. Battery posts,...

  • Page 274

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 273 to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the fill plug hole, on the transfer case, some lubricant will need to be added. Add enoug...

  • Page 275

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 274 vehicle care warning (continued) and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin ...

  • Page 276: Headlamp Aiming

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 275 driver assistance systems when a windscreen replacement is needed and the vehicle is equipped with a front-looking camera sensor for the driver assistance systems, the windscreen must be installe...

  • Page 277

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 276 vehicle care high intensity discharge (hid) lighting { warning the high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, you could be se...

  • Page 278: Electrical System

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 277 replacement bulbs exterior lamp bulb number number plate lamp w5w ll for replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your dealer. Electrical system electrical system overload the vehicle has fuses...

  • Page 279

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 278 vehicle care although the circuit is protected from electrical overload, overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windscreen before using the ...

  • Page 280

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 279 number usage 1 not used 2 not used number usage *3 passenger motorized seat belt number usage 4 not used 5 not used 6 driver power seat 7 not used *8 headlamp washer relay 9 not used 10 not used ...

  • Page 281

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 280 vehicle care number usage 21 not used *22 driver motorized seat belt 23 wiper control relay 24 wiper speed relay 25 engine control module relay 26 not used 27 spare/heated seat 2 28 spare/reverse lock out *29...

  • Page 282

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 281 number usage *66 right high intensity discharge 67 head lamp high left/ right 68 aero shutter 69 horn 70 horn relay 71 cooling fan *72 starter 2 *73 brake vacuum pump 74 starter 75 air conditioni...

  • Page 283

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 282 vehicle care minifuses usage 2 motorized cupholder minifuses usage 3 electric steering column lock minifuses usage 4 data link connector 5 heater, ventilation, and air conditioning control 6 tilt and telescop...

  • Page 284

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 283 minifuses usage 22 sensing diagnostic module/ automatic occupant sensing 23 radio/dvd/heater/ ventilation/ air conditioning 24 display 25 heated steering wheel 26 wireless charger 27 steering whe...

  • Page 285

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 284 vehicle care number usage *1 electronic limited slip differential/dc dc transformer 2 left window 3 body control module 8 *4 a/c inverter 5 passive entry passive start battery 1 6 body control module 4 7 heat...

  • Page 286

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 285 number usage 16 boot release *17 run relay *18 logistics relay *19 logistics fuse 20 rear window demister relay 21 mirror window module 22 not used 23 canister vent 24 body control module 2 *25 r...

  • Page 287: Wheels And Tyres

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 286 vehicle care wheels and tyres tyres every new gm vehicle has high-quality tyres made by a leading tyre manufacturer. See the warranty manual for information regarding the tyre warranty and where to get servic...

  • Page 288

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 287 all-season tyres this vehicle may come with all-season tyres. These tyres are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions. Original equipment tyres d...

  • Page 289

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 288 vehicle care warning (continued) displayed. Drive cautiously and check the tyre pressures as soon as possible. Run-flat tyres can be driven on with no air pressure. There is no need to stop on the side of the...

  • Page 290

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 289 summer tyres high performance summer tyres this vehicle may come with 245/ 40r18 (front) and 275/35r18 (rear) high performance summer tyres. These tyres have a special tread and compound that are...

  • Page 291

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 290 vehicle care the tyre and loading information label on the vehicle indicates the original equipment tyres and the correct cold tyre inflation pressures. The recommended pressure is the minimum air pressure ne...

  • Page 292

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 291 vehicles with p245/45r17 95v, p245/40r18 93v, or 255/ 35r19 96v size tyres require inflation pressure adjustment when driving the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher. Set the cold t...

  • Page 293

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 292 vehicle care has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the tpms low tyre pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a tpms malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not ...

  • Page 294

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 293 the low tyre pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This could be an early indicator that the air pressu...

  • Page 295

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 294 vehicle care replaced and the sensor matching process is performed successfully. See “ tpms sensor matching process ” later in this section. . The tpms sensor matching process was not done or not completed su...

  • Page 296

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 295 4. Use the five-way dic control on the right side of the steering wheel to scroll to the tyre pressure screen under the dic info page. See driver information centre (dic) 0 129 . 5. Press and hol...

  • Page 297

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 296 vehicle care tyres are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for all tyres. The first rotation is the most important. Anytime unusual wear is noticed, rotate the tyres as soon as possible, check for proper tyre i...

  • Page 298

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 297 reset the tyre pressure monitor system. See tyre pressure monitor operation 0 292 . Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “ wheel nut torque ” under capacities and specifications ...

  • Page 299

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 298 vehicle care vehicle storage tyres age when stored normally mounted on a parked vehicle. Park a vehicle that will be stored for at least a month in a cool, dry, clean area away from direct sunlight to slow ag...

  • Page 300

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 299 speed capability when using winter tyres with a lower speed rating. { warning never drive faster than the speed the tyres are rated, regardless of the legal speed limit. When frequently driving t...

  • Page 301

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 300 vehicle care { warning if different sized wheels are used, there may not be an acceptable level of performance and safety if tyres not recommended for those wheels are selected. This increases the chance of a...

  • Page 302

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 301 used replacement wheels { warning replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous. How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. When...

  • Page 303

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 302 vehicle care the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop, well off the road, if possible. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve...

  • Page 304

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 303 tyre sealant and compressor kit { warning idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (c...

  • Page 305

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 304 vehicle care the kit includes: 1. Selector switch (sealant/air or air only) 2. On/off button 3. Pressure gauge 4. Pressure deflation button 5. Tyre sealant canister 6. Sealant/air hose (clear) 7. Air only hos...

  • Page 306

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 305 when using the tyre sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes. This will help to inflate the tyre faster. If a tyre goes flat, avo...

  • Page 307

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 306 vehicle care the pressure gauge (3) will initially show a high pressure while the compressor pushes the sealant into the tyre. Once the sealant is completely dispersed into the tyre, the pressure will quickly...

  • Page 308

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 307 17. Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle. 18. Immediately drive the vehicle 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the sealant in the tyre. 19. Stop at a safe location and chec...

  • Page 309

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 308 vehicle care see if a tyre goes flat 0 301 for other important safety warnings. 1. Remove the tyre sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See storing the tyre sealant and compressor kit 0 309 ....

  • Page 310

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 309 13. Disconnect the air only hose (7) from the tyre valve stem, by turning it anticlockwise, and replace the tyre valve stem cap. 14. Replace the air only hose (7) and the power plug (8) and cord ...

  • Page 311: Jump Starting

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 310 vehicle care jump starting for more information about the vehicle battery, see battery 0 271 . If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to ...

  • Page 312

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 311 2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching. 3. Set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in p (park) with an automatic transmission, or neutral with a manual gearbox. C...

  • Page 313: Towing The Vehicle

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 312 vehicle care 10. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Caution if the jump leads are connected or removed in the wrong order, e...

  • Page 314

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 313 caution improper use of the tow eye can cause vehicle damage. Use caution and low speeds to prevent damage to the vehicle. Carefully open the cover in the fascia by using the small notch that con...

  • Page 315

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 314 vehicle care the vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly should be used. See the following information on dolly towing. Caution use of a ...

  • Page 316: Appearance Care

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 315 vehicles with all-wheel drive cannot be dolly towed. Appearance care exterior care locks locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the loc...

  • Page 317

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 316 vehicle care if using an automatic car wash, follow the car wash instructions. The windscreen wiper and rear window wiper, if equipped, must be off. Remove any accessories that may be damaged or interfere wit...

  • Page 318

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 317 . Do not use cleaners that are not intended for automotive use. . Use a nonabrasive wax on the vehicle after washing to protect and extend the moulding finish. Carbon fiber care carbon fiber part...

  • Page 319

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 318 vehicle care replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged. Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, snow, and ice. Weatherstrips apply dielectric silicone grease on wea...

  • Page 320

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 319 vacuum pipes, electric vacuum pump including bracket, and vent hose, if equipped. Steering, suspension, and chassis components visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components for da...

  • Page 321

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 320 vehicle care use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument cluster. Using a mild soap solution, immediately remove hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect repellent from all in...

  • Page 322

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 321 fabric/carpet/suede start by vacuuming the surface using a soft brush attachment. If a rotating vacuum brush attachment is being used, only use it on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, gently rem...

  • Page 323

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 322 vehicle care caution soaking or saturating leather, especially perforated leather, as well as other interior surfaces, may cause permanent damage. Wipe excess moisture from these surfaces after cleaning and a...

  • Page 324

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 vehicle care 323 use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. . The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that gm certified ...

  • Page 325: Service And

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 324 service and maintenance service and maintenance general information general information . . . . . . . . . . 324 scheduled maintenance scheduled maintenance . . . . . . 325 recommended fluids, lubricants, and ...

  • Page 326: Scheduled

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 service and maintenance 325 at your dealer, you can be certain that you will receive the highest level of service available. Your dealer has specially trained service technicians, uses genuine replacement parts, ...

  • Page 327

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 326 service and maintenance . Body hinges and latches, key lock cylinders, folding seat hardware, and rear compartment, bonnet, and console door hinges and latches lubrication. More frequent lubrication may be re...

  • Page 328

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 service and maintenance 327 . All-wheel-drive vehicles only: transfer case fluid change (severe operation) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather, in hilly or mountainous terrain, when fr...

  • Page 329

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 328 service and maintenance recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts recommended fluids and lubricants usage fluid/lubricant engine oil engine oil meeting the dexos2 ™ specification of the proper sae viscosity g...

  • Page 330

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 service and maintenance 329 usage fluid/lubricant bonnet latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl lubriplate lubricant aerosol (gm part no. 89021668) or lubricant meeting requiremen...

  • Page 331

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 330 service and maintenance part gm part number acdelco part number spark plugs 2.0l l4 engine 12647827 41-125 6.2l v8 engine 12642722 41 – 128 wiper blades driver side – 60 cm (23.6 in) 23144358 - passenger side...

  • Page 332: Maintenance Records

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 service and maintenance 331 maintenance records 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. ...

  • Page 333: Technical Data

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 332 technical data technical data vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 service parts identification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33...

  • Page 334: Vehicle Data

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 technical data 333 vehicle data capacities and specifications the following approximate capacities are given in metric and english conversions. See recommended fluids and lubricants 0 328 . Application capacities...

  • Page 335

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 334 technical data application capacities metric english rear axle (with limited slip) 1.2 l 1.3 qt wheel nut torque (blue tint nut) 150 y 110 lb ft wheel nut torque (silver tint nut) 190 y 140 lb ft all capaciti...

  • Page 336

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 technical data 335 fuel consumption and emissions information urban extra-urban combined 2.0l l4 – rwd carbon dioxide (g/km) 246 141 180 fuel economy (l/100 km) 10.8 6.2 7.8 2.0l l4 – awd carbon dioxide (g/km) 25...

  • Page 337

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 336 technical data engine drive belt routing 2.0l l4 engine 6.2l v8 engine.

  • Page 338: Customer

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 customer information 337 customer information customer information radio frequency identification (rfid) . . . . . . . . . 337 declaration of conformity . . . . . 337 vehicle data recording and privacy vehicle da...

  • Page 339: Vehicle Data

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 338 customer information vehicle data recording and privacy event data recorders data storage modules in the vehicle a large number of electronic components of your vehicle contain data storage modules temporaril...

  • Page 340: Index

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 index 339 index a accessories and modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 accessory power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 adaptive cruise control . . . . . . . . 220 adaptive forward lighting (afl...

  • Page 341

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 340 index assistance systems for parking and reversing . . . . . . . . 228 auto stop mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 automatic door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 headlamp system . . ...

  • Page 342

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 index 341 conformity declaration of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 control traction and electronic stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 control of a vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181...

  • Page 343

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 342 index engine (cont'd) coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 coolant temperature warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 344

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 index 343 h halogen bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 hazard lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 head-up display . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 345

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 344 index lighter, cigarette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 lighting adaptive forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 346

    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 index 345 messages (cont'd) vehicle speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 mileometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 trip . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 346 index records maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 recreational vehicle towing . . . . 313 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 remote vehicle ...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 index 347 shifting into park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 out of park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 side blind zone alert (sbza) . . . 238 signals, turn and lane-change . . . . . . ...

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    Cadillac cts/cts-v owner manual (gmna-localizing-europe-9367723) - 2016 - crc - 10/9/15 348 index tyres (cont'd) pressure light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 pressure monitor operation . . 292 pressure monitor system . . . . . 291 rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 run-fl...