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Cadillac XTS Owner's Manual

Manual is about: 2013

Summary of XTS

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 contents introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 in brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 keys, doors, and windows . . . . . . . . . 26 seats and restraints ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 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, and...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 introduction 3 m : shown when the owner manual has additional instructions or information. * : shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information. 0 : shown when there is more information on anot...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 4 introduction 2 notes.

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 5 in brief instrument panel instrument panel overview . . . . . . . . . 6 initial drive information initial drive information . . . . . . . . . . . 8 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 6 in brief instrument panel instrument panel overview.

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 7 1. Air vents 0 165 . 2. Electric parking brake 0 186 . Instrument panel illumination control 0 155 . Head-up display (hud) 0 131 (if equipped). 3. Exterior lamp controls 0 151 . Turn signal lever. See turn ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 8 in brief initial drive information this section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the fea...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 9 door locks to lock or unlock a door manually: . Use the key in the driver door. The key cylinder is covered by a cap. See door locks 0 33 . . From the inside, to lock a door push down on the door lock knob ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 10 in brief the power window switches on the driver door control all the windows. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 11 lumbar and bolster support uplevel seat adjustment if equipped, the ignition must be on to use all uplevel seat features. To adjust lumbar support, if equipped: . Press and release or hold feature select (...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 12 in brief reclining seatbacks base shown, uplevel similar to adjust the seatback: . Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. . Tilt the top of the control forward to raise. See reclining seatbacks 0 56 . Mas...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 13 1 and 2 are recalled when the ignition is changed from off to on/run or acc/accessory. If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, the easy exit feature automatically recalls the previously store...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 14 in brief safety belts refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: . Safety belts 0 63 . . How to wear safety belts properly 0 64 . . Lap-shoulder belt 0 65 . . Low...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 15 interior mirror adjustment hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle. Automatic dimming rearview mirror the vehicle has an automatic dimming rearview mirror. Th...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 16 in brief press the lamp lenses to turn the rear passenger reading lamps on or off. For more information on interior lighting, see instrument panel illumination control 0 155 . Exterior lighting the exterior lamp co...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 17 if equipped with rainsense and the feature is enabled in vehicle personalization, move the windshield wiper lever to int and turn the x int band to adjust the sensitivity to moisture. . Turn the band up fo...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 18 in brief climate touch screen controls 1. Outside temperature display 2. Driver and passenger temperature controls 3. Fan control 4. Sync (synchronized temperature) 5. A/c mode (air conditioning) 6. Climate control...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 19 vehicle features infotainment system see the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, and navigation system. It also includes information on settings. Steering wheel controls...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 20 in brief driver information center (dic) the dic display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. Y or z : move sel up or down to go to the previous or next selection. S or t : pre...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 21 side blind zone alert (sbza) if equipped, sbza will detect moving vehicles in the next lane over in the vehicle's side blind zone area. When this happens, the sbza display will light up in the correspondin...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 22 in brief power outlets power outlets 12 volt direct current the accessory power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or mp3 player. The vehicle has one accessory power outlet ins...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 23 performance and maintenance traction control/electronic stability control the traction control system (tcs) limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. The stabi...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 24 in brief fuel (lf3 3.6l v6 twin turbo engine) premium required fuel use 95 ron or higher octane unleaded gasoline in your vehicle. Do not use petrol with an octane rating lower as it may result in vehicle damage an...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 in brief 25 . Replace the vehicle's tires with the same tpc spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. . Follow recommended scheduled maintenance..

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 26 keys, doors, and windows keys, doors, and windows keys and locks keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 27 there is a key inside the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter that is used for locking/unlocking the driver door and for locking the rear seatbacks so they cannot be folded. See rear sea...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 28 keys, doors, and windows q : press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound on second press to indicate locking. See vehicle personalization 0 144 . If the driver door is op...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 29 of the door being opened. If the vehicle has this feature, there will be a button on the outside door handles. Keyless access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first lock/ unlock...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 30 keys, doors, and windows temporary disable of passive locking feature temporarily disable the passive locking by pressing and holding k on the interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds, or unt...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 31 battery replacement caution when replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter. Replace the battery if the ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 32 keys, doors, and windows if equipped, heated and ventilated front seats may also come on if enabled in vehicle personalization. See heated and ventilated front seats 0 58 and vehicle personalization 0 144 the clima...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 33 conditions in which remote start will not work the remote start will not operate if any of the following occur: . The ignition is in any mode other than off. . The transmitter is in the veh...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 34 keys, doors, and windows keyless access if equipped, use the keyless access system to lock and unlock the door. When the doors are locked and the rke transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, pres...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 35 3. Move the cap forward and press to snap the cap in place. 4. Release the door handle. Power door locks q : press to lock the doors. K : press to unlock the doors. Delayed locking this fea...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 36 keys, doors, and windows automatic door locking cannot be disabled. Automatic door unlocking can be programmed. See vehicle personalization 0 144 . Lockout protection if the vehicle is in acc/accessory or on/run/st...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 37 doors trunk { warning exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trun...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 38 keys, doors, and windows use the handle to assist in closing the trunk. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. If the vehicle is ever without power, the trunk area can still be accessed by folding the rear seat: 1. F...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 39 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. The ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 40 keys, doors, and windows to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: . Lock the vehicle after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed. . Always unlock a door with the rke transmitter or use the...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 41 transmitters, see “ programming transmitters to the vehicle ” under remote keyless entry (rke) system operation 0 27 . Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-d...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 42 keys, doors, and windows memory mirrors the vehicle may have memory mirrors. See memory seats 0 57 . Side blind zone alert (sbza) the vehicle may have sbza. See side blind zone alert (sbza) 0 210 . Turn signal indi...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 43 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 towel da...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 44 keys, doors, and windows the power windows work with the ignition in acc/accessory or on/ run/start, or in retained accessory power (rap). See retained accessory power (rap) 0 180 . Press or pull the switch to open...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 45 obstacle detection override { warning if obstacle detection override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 46 keys, doors, and windows rear window sunshade on vehicles with a rear window sunshade, the sunshade switch is on the overhead console. The sunshade only operates with the ignition in on/ run/start. To open the suns...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 keys, doors, and windows 47 roof sunroof if equipped with a sunroof, the ignition must be in on/run or acc/ accessory, or in retained accessory power (rap) to operate the sunroof and power sunshade. See ignition posit...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 48 keys, doors, and windows dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open t...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 49 seats and restraints head restraints head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 front seats power seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 53 lumbar adjustment . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 50 seats and restraints head restraints the vehicle ’ s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. { warning with head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 51 to adjust the head restraint forward or rearward, press the button located on the side facing of the head restraint and move the head restraint forward or rearward until the desired locking pos...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 52 seats and restraints the head restraint will fold forward automatically. When an occupant or child restraint is in the seat, always return the head restraint to the full upright position. Pull the head restraint up...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 53 to reinstall the head restraint: 1. Insert the head restraint posts into the holes in the top of the seatback. The notches on the posts must face the driver side of the vehicle. 2. Push the hea...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 54 seats and restraints . 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 adjustments...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 55 . Press forward (5) or rearward (3) to adjust lumbar forward or rearward. . Press up (2) or down (4) to adjust lumbar up or down. To adjust bolster support, if equipped: uplevel seat adjustment...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 56 seats and restraints reclining seatbacks base shown, uplevel similar to adjust: . Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. . Tilt the top of the control forward to raise. { warning sitting in a reclined pos...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 57 memory seats driver buttons shown, passenger buttons similar if equipped, the set, 1, 2, and b (exit) buttons on the driver door and front passenger door are used to manually store and recall m...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 58 seats and restraints to stop recall movement, press one of the memory, power mirror, or power seat controls; or press the power tilt and telescoping steering column control. Rke transmitters are not labeled with a ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 59 if available, the buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be in on/run/start. Press j or z to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seat...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 60 seats and restraints the heated or ventilated seats may be enabled or disabled in the vehicle personalization menu. See remote vehicle start 0 31 and vehicle personalization 0 144 . Massage driver seat shown, passe...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 61 to fold the seatback: 1. Pull the lever on top of the seatback to unlock it. A red tab near the seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked. 2. Fold the seatback forward. Repeat the ste...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 62 seats and restraints 1. Insert the vehicle key into the lock next to the seatback release lever. 2. Turn the key toward the front of the vehicle to lock or unlock the seatback. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 63 with the ignition in on/run/start, press m or l to heat the left or right outboard seat cushion and seatback. On vehicles without rear climate controls, an indicator light on the button will tu...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 64 seats and restraints warning (continued) 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 restrained properly too. This vehicle ha...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 65 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 to k...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 66 seats and restraints the lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoul...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 67 to unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Always stow the safety belt slowly. If the safety belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed p...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 68 seats and restraints rear safety belt comfort guides rear safety belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 69 safety belts should be properly cared for and maintained. Safety belt hardware should be kept dry and free of dust or debris. As necessary exterior hard surfaces and safety belt webbing may be ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 70 seats and restraints for frontal airbags, the word airbag is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger. For knee airbags, the word airbag is on ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 71 { warning children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see older c...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 72 seats and restraints driver side shown, passenger side similar the seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door. The roof-rail ai...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 73 has electronic sensors that help the airbag system determine the severity of the impact. Deployment thresholds can vary with specific vehicle design. Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 74 seats and restraints how does an airbag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side c...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 75 interior lamps, and turn off the hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features. { warning a crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functio...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 76 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 aged 12 and under s...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 77 for some children, including children in child restraints, and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee a...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 78 seats and restraints if the off indicator is lit for an adult-sized occupant if a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 79 if the passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag are turned on, the on indicator will be lit. If the passenger seat gets wet, dry the seat immediately. If the airbag readiness light is...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 80 seats and restraints object, such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort-enhancing pad or device, installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing s...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 81 child restraints older children older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle ’ s safety belts. The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 82 seats and restraints { warning never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt cannot properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, they can be crushed together and seriously injured....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 83 warning (continued) the shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor, but it ca...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 84 seats and restraints child restraints are devices used to restrain, seat, or position children in the vehicle and are sometimes called child seats or car seats. There are three basic types of child restraints: . Fo...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 85 child restraint systems rear-facing infant seat a rear-facing child restraint provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 86 seats and restraints securing an add-on child restraint in the vehicle { warning a child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 87 warning (continued) even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under som...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 88 seats and restraints as long as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap-shoulder belt on the child. Make sure to follow the instructions that ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 89 top tether anchor a top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (2) on the child restraint ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 90 seats and restraints the top tether anchors are under the covers, behind the rear seat, on the filler panel. Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restrain...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 91 warning (continued) tightened around a child ’ s neck, the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it. Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pul...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 92 seats and restraints installing child restraints using latch in the center and left rear seating positions at the same time is prohibited. Make sure to attach the child restraint at the proper anchor location. This...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 93 and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, raise the head...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 94 seats and restraints securing child restraints (with the safety belt in the rear seat) when securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make s...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 95 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor. 5. To tighten the belt...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 96 seats and restraints passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag under certain conditions. See passenger sensing system 0 75 and passenger airbag status indicator 0 119 for more information, including import...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 seats and restraints 97 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instr...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 98 seats and restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If the airbags are o...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 storage 99 storage storage compartments storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 instrument panel storage . . . . . . . . . 99 glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 armrest storage . ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 100 storage glove box to open, press the button. If equipped, there is a compact disc player and mp3 connection inside. Close the glove box manually. Armrest storage rear pull up on the lever to access the storage are...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 storage 101 push the cover forward to access. There is a power outlet inside. To close, push the cover again and release. There are cupholders in the center console. Push and release on the passenger side of the cover...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 102 storage cargo management system to open the cargo management system, push down on the rear of the handle, then lift the handle up. Convenience net the vehicle may have a convenience net in the trunk. The net is at...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 103 instruments and controls controls steering wheel adjustment . . . . . 104 steering wheel controls . . . . . . . . . 104 heated steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . 104 horn . . . . . . . . ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 104 instruments and controls vehicle speed messages . . . . . . . . . 143 washer fluid messages . . . . . . . . . . 143 window messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 vehicle personalization vehicle personalizati...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 105 windshield wiper/washer with the ignition in acc/accessory or on/run/start, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. Hi : use for fast wipes. Lo : use for slow wipes. Int...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 106 instruments and controls int : when enabled, move the windshield wiper lever to int. Turn the x int band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity. . Turn the band up for more sensitivity to moisture. . Turn th...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 107 setting the clock time to set the time: 1. From the home page, touch the settings screen button, then touch time and date. 2. Touch set time, then touch + or − to increase or decrease hour...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 108 instruments and controls caution hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only, such as cell phon...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 109 for phone or other device compatibility, see your dealer for details. { warning wireless charging can affect the operation of an implanted pacemaker or other medical devices. If you have o...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 110 instruments and controls 2. Remove all objects from the charging pad. The system may not charge if there are any objects on the charging pad. 3. Place the mobile device face up on the @ symbol on the charging pad....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 111 warning lights, gauges, and indicators warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying att...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 112 instruments and controls instrument cluster base cluster.

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 113 uplevel balanced cluster shown.

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 114 instruments and controls reconfigurable instrument cluster the uplevel cluster display layout can be changed. Balanced configuration the balanced configuration has three interactive display zones: one in the cente...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 115 phone while the phone application page is displayed, press sel to enter the phone menu. In the phone menu, if there is no active phone call, view recent calls, select from favorites, or sc...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 116 instruments and controls odometer the odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. Trip odometer the trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odo...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 117 here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: . At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. . It takes...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 118 instruments and controls . High speed operation in warm weather. . Uphill driving. . Trailer towing or hauling a heavy load. It is normal for the reading to fluctuate. If the gauge pointer reaches the warning area...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 119 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 pretensi...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 120 instruments and controls { warning if the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicl...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 121 caution modifications to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system, or the use of replacement tires that do not meet the original tire specifications, can cause this light ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 122 instruments and controls the vehicle may not pass inspection if: . The light is on when the engine is running. . The light does not come on when the ignition is in service only mode. . Critical emission control sy...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 123 if the light does not come on, or remains flashing, see your dealer. Service electric parking brake light on some vehicles the service electric parking brake light should come on briefly w...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 124 instruments and controls this light changes to amber and flashes to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed without using a turn signal in that direction. See lane departure warning (ldw) 0 211 . Vehicle a...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 125 traction control system (tcs)/stabilitrak ® light this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the sy...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 126 instruments and controls when the light is on steady this indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated. A driver information center (dic) tire pressure message may also display. See tire...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 127 on some vehicles the immobilizer 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 is working normally,...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 128 instruments and controls the cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready, and turns green when the cruise control is set and active. See cruise control 0 191 . Adaptive cruise control lig...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 129 sel : press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens. Dic information display options the info displays on the dic can be turned on or off th...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 130 instruments and controls economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change. Average speed : shows the average speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles pe...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 131 oil life : shows an estimate of the oil's remaining useful life. If remaining oil life 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains. When the remaining oil life is low,...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 132 instruments and controls hud display on the vehicle windshield the hud may display some of the following vehicle information and vehicle messages or alerts: . Speed . Tachometer . Audio . Phone . Navigation . Coll...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 133 speed view : this display gives the speedometer reading (in english or metric units), speed sign advisor, adaptive cruise control speed, lane departure warning, and vehicle ahead indicator...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 134 instruments and controls . Hud is adjusted to the proper height. . Polarized sunglasses are not worn. . Windshield and hud lens are clean. If the hud image is not correct, contact your dealer. The windshield is pa...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 135 brake system messages brake fluid low this message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low. See brake fluid 0 241 . Brakes overheated this message is displayed when the brakes are b...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 136 instruments and controls no cruise braking gas pedal applied this message displays when adaptive cruise control (acc) is active and the driver is pressing the gas pedal. When this occurs, acc will not brake. See a...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 137 this message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature. High coolant temperature this message may display if the coolant temperature is hot. See engine overheating ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 138 instruments and controls no remote detected this message displays when the transmitter battery may be weak. See “ starting the vehicle with a low transmitter battery ” under remote keyless entry (rke) system opera...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 139 forward collision system reduced this message displays when the forward automatic braking (fab) has been set to the alert setting. This setting disables most fab functions. See forward aut...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 140 instruments and controls entire front and/or rear of the vehicle. For cleaning instructions, see exterior care 0 278 . . Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance. See...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 141 ride control system messages service all wheel drive this message displays when there is a problem with the awd system. This message could be set by a number of issues. Some may require se...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 142 instruments and controls service vehicle messages service power steering this message displays and a chime may sound when there may be a problem with the power steering system. If this message displays and a reduc...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 143 appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). See manual mode 0 184 . Shift to park this message displays when the transmission needs to be shifted to p (park)...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 144 instruments and controls vehicle personalization use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features. The following are all possible personalization features. Dependi...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 145 manage favorites this allows favorites to be edited. See “ manage favorites ” in “ settings ” under “ radio ” in the infotainment manual. Number of favorites shown press to set the number ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 146 instruments and controls interior temperature. The auto heated seats can be turned off by using the heated seat buttons on the center stack. Select off or on. Auto defog when set to on, the front defog will automa...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 147 . Rain sense wipers auto memory recall this feature automatically recalls the current driver ’ s previously stored 1 or 2 button positions when entering the vehicle. See memory seats 0 57 ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 148 instruments and controls unlocked door anti-lockout when on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open. If off is selected, the delayed door lock menu will be available. Select off ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 instruments and controls 149 passive door unlock this allows the selection of what doors will unlock when using the button on the driver door to unlock the vehicle. Select all doors or driver door. Passive door lock t...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 150 instruments and controls voice select and the following may display: . Confidence threshold . Prompt length . Audio feedback speed confidence threshold this feature allows the adjustment of the sensitivity of the ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 lighting 151 lighting exterior lighting exterior lamp controls . . . . . . . . . . 151 exterior lamps off reminder . . . 152 headlamp high/low-beam changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 flash...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 152 lighting auto. The blue high-beam on light appears on the instrument cluster when the high beams are on. Driving with intellibeam the system only activates the high beams when driving over 40 km/h (25 mph). There ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 lighting 153 this indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when the high-beam headlamps are on. Flash-to-pass to flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever toward you, and release. Daytime running lamp...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 154 lighting lights on with wipers if the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on, and the exterior lamp control is in auto, the headlamps, parking lamps, and other exterior lamps come on. The t...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 lighting 155 change is completed. If the lever is briefly pressed and released, the turn signal flashes three times. The turn and lane-change signal can be turned off manually by moving the lever back to its original ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 156 lighting on : turns the lamp on. Reading lamps there are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened. To manually turn the rea...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 lighting 157 exit lighting the headlamps, taillamps, parking lamps, outside mirror lamps, license plate lamps, and exterior door handle lamps come on at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when a door is opened ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 158 infotainment system infotainment system introduction infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 introduction infotainment see the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, ph...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 climate controls 159 climate controls climate control systems dual automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 rear climate control system . . . . 163 air vents air vents ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 160 climate controls climate touch screen controls 1. Outside temperature display 2. Driver and passenger temperature controls 3. Fan control 4. Sync (synchronized temperature) 5. A/c mode (air conditioning) 6. Climat...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 climate controls 161 recirculation light will not come on. Press @ to select recirculation; press it again to select outside air. English units can be changed to metric units through the instrument cluster. See “ clus...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 162 climate controls turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run. Press auto to return to automatic operation and the air conditioner runs as needed. Automatic air reci...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 climate controls 163 driver and passenger heated and ventilated seats : if equipped, press j or z to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. Press c or { to ventilate the driver or passenger seat. See ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 164 climate controls 4. O (on/off) 5. Mode (air delivery mode control) rear climate touch screen controls 1. Outside temperature display 2. Rear climate temperature control 3. Sync (synchronized temperatures) 4. Rear ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 climate controls 165 y / [ / \ : press the desired mode button on the touch screen or the mode button on the rear faceplate to change the direction of the airflow in the rear seating area. M or l : if equipped, press ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 166 climate controls . Use of non-gm approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle. . Do not attach any devic...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 167 driving and operating driving information distracted driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 defensive driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 control of a vehicle . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 168 driving and operating driving information distracted driving distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving. Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your att...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 169 average driver reaction time is about three-quarters of a second. In that time, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency. H...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 170 driving and operating . Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand. . Antilock brake system (abs) allows steering while braking. Off-road recovery the vehicle's...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 171 driving on wet roads rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 172 driving and operating { warning coasting downhill in n (neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering. Always have the engine running and the vehicle...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 173 warning (continued) . Open a window about 5 cm (2 in) on the vehicle side that is away from the wind, to bring in fresh air. . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. . A...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 174 driving and operating two labels on the vehicle may show how much weight it may properly carry: the tire and loading information label and the certification label. { warning do not load the vehicle any heavier tha...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 175 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from xxx kg or xxx lbs. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if th...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 176 driving and operating example 3 1. Vehicle capacity weight for example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract occupant weight @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 3. Available cargo weight = 0 kg (0 lbs). Refe...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 177 starting and operating new vehicle break-in caution the vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: . Do not drive ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 178 driving and operating do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving. This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. If the vehicle must be shut off in an ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 179 starting the engine move the shift lever to p (park) or n (neutral). To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use n (neutral) only. Caution do not try to shift to p (park) if...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 180 driving and operating clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving pa...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 181 torque lock torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle puts too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the transmission into p...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 182 driving and operating engine exhaust { warning engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co), which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to co can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 183 automatic transmission p : this position locks the wheels. It is the best position to use when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. { warning it is dangerous to get out...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 184 driving and operating { warning shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 185 when accelerating the vehicle from a stop in snowy and icy conditions, you may want to shift into 2 (second) gear. A higher gear ratio allows you to gain more traction on slippery surfaces. D...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 186 driving and operating a sudden obstacle, a computer senses the wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel. Abs can change the...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 187 the red parking brake status light will flash and then stay on once the epb is fully applied. If the red parking brake status light flashes continuously, then the epb is only partially applie...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 188 driving and operating supplement the power brake system under conditions where the driver has quickly and forcefully applied the brake pedal in an attempt to quickly stop or slow down the vehicle. The stability sy...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 189 pressure at any one of the vehicle's brakes to help steer the vehicle in the direction which you are steering. If cruise control is being used and traction control or stabilitrak begins to li...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 190 driving and operating caution do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when tcs is off. The vehicle driveline could be damaged. To turn off only tcs, press and release g . The traction off light i displays in...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 191 automatic level control the automatic level control rear suspension is available on some vehicles. This type of level control is fully automatic and will provide a better leveled riding posit...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 192 driving and operating if the traction control/electronic stability control system begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control, the cruise control automatically disengages. See traction control/electronic...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 193 resuming a set speed if the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied or * is pressed, the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memor...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 194 driving and operating ending cruise control there are four ways to end cruise control: . Step lightly on the brake pedal. . Press * . . Shift the transmission to n (neutral). . Press j . Erasing speed memory the c...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 195 warning (continued) . Visibility is low, such as in fog, rain, or snow conditions. Acc performance is limited under these conditions. . On slippery roads where fast changes in tire traction c...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 196 driving and operating the acc indicator displays on the instrument cluster and head-up display (hud). When acc is active, the indicator will be lit green. Be mindful of speed limits, surrounding traffic speeds, an...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 197 selecting the follow distance when a slower moving vehicle is detected ahead within the selected following gap, acc will adjust the vehicle's speed and attempt to maintain the follow distance...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 198 driving and operating feel or sound different than if the brakes were applied manually. This is normal. Stationary or very slow-moving objects { warning acc may not detect and react to stopped or slow-moving vehic...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 199 { warning leaving the vehicle without placing it in p (park) can be dangerous. Do not leave the vehicle while it is being held at a stop by acc. Always place the vehicle in p (park) and turn ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 200 driving and operating acc may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes. Acc may occasionally provide an alert and/or braking that is considered unnecessary. It could respond to vehicles in di...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 201 cleaning the sensing system the camera sensor on the back of the rearview mirror and the radar sensors on the front of the vehicle can become blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud. These areas n...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 202 driving and operating audible or safety alert seat some driver assistance features alert the driver of obstacles by beeping. To change the volume of the warning chime, see “ comfort and convenience ” under vehicle...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 203 display. The front camera is in the grille or near the front emblem, the side cameras are on the bottom of the outside rearview mirrors, and the rear camera is above the license plate. { warn...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 204 driving and operating parking assist with rpa, and if equipped with fpa, as the vehicle moves at speeds of less than 8 km/h (5 mph) the sensors on the bumpers may detect objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) behind and 1.2 m...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 205 { warning the backing warning system only operates at speeds greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). It does not detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or objects below the bumper or that ar...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 206 driving and operating use caution while backing up when towing a trailer, as the rcta detection zones that extend out from the back of the vehicle do not move further back when a trailer is towed. Turning the feat...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 207 collision preparation ” portion of “ collision/detection systems ” under vehicle personalization 0 144 . Detecting the vehicle ahead fca warnings will not occur unless the fca system detects ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 208 driving and operating the vehicle ahead indicator will display amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely. Selecting the alert timing the collision alert control is on the steering wheel. Press ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 209 { warning fab is an emergency crash preparation feature and is not designed to avoid crashes. Do not rely on fab to brake the vehicle. Fab will not brake outside of its operating speed range ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 210 driving and operating side blind zone alert (sbza) if equipped, the side blind zone alert system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 211 when the system does not seem to work properly sbza displays may not come on when passing a vehicle quickly, for a stopped vehicle, or when towing a trailer. The sbza detection zones that ext...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 212 driving and operating warning (continued) or death could occur. Always keep the windshield, headlamps, and camera sensors clean and in good repair. Do not use ldw in bad weather conditions. How the system works th...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 213 caution do not use fuels with any of the following conditions; doing so may damage the vehicle and void its warranty: . Fuel with any amount of methanol, methylal, and aniline. These fuels ca...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 214 driving and operating warning (continued) weather. Insert the refueling nozzle slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop prior to beginning to flow fuel. If equipped, the fuel door is locked when the vehicle door...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 215 { 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 burned and...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 216 driving and operating . Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (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 over 8...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 217 following distance stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking an...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 218 driving and operating parking on hills { warning parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous. If something goes wrong, the rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both the ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 driving and operating 219 the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry. See “ weight of the trailer tongue ” later in this section. Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehi...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 220 driving and operating carbon monoxide (co) from the exhaust can get into the vehicle. See engine exhaust 0 182 . Safety chains always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains unde...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 221 vehicle care general information general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 accessories and modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 vehicle checks doing your own service work . ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 222 vehicle care appearance care exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 interior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 floor mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 223 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 ’ s manua...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 224 vehicle care engine compartment overview 3.6l v6 engine.

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 225 1. Engine air cleaner/filter 0 231 . 2. Power steering fluid reservoir (under engine cover). See power steering fluid 0 238 . 3. Engine oil fill cap. See engine oil 0 228 . 4. Engine oil dipstick (out...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 226 vehicle care 3.6l v6 twin turbo engine.

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 227 1. Engine air cleaner/filter 0 231 . 2. Power steering fluid reservoir (under engine cover). See power steering fluid 0 238 . 3. Engine oil fill cap. See engine oil 0 228 . 4. Engine oil dipstick. See...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 228 vehicle care 4. Lift and remove the engine cover. 5. Reverse steps 1 – 4 to reinstall the engine cover. Engine oil to ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. F...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 229 3.6l v6 twin turbo engine if the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick and the engine has been off for at least 15 minutes, add 1 l (1 qt) of the recommended oil and then rech...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 230 vehicle care viscosity grade, it is recommended to select an oil of the correct specification. See “ specification ” earlier in this section. Engine oil additives/engine oil flushes do not add anything to the oil....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 231 how to reset the engine oil life system reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change. To reset the system: 1. Using the dic controls ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 232 vehicle care if damaged. Do not clean the engine air cleaner/filter or components with water or compressed air. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter: 3.6l v6 engine 1. Remove the seven screws on top...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 233 { warning operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use cauti...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 234 vehicle care { warning heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 235 caution if improper coolant mixture, inhibitors, or additives are used in the vehicle cooling system, the engine could overheat and be damaged. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack engin...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 236 vehicle care warning (continued) including the surge tank pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool. The coolant surge tank pressure cap can be removed when the cooling ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 237 2. Fill the cac bottle with the proper mixture to the cold fill mark pointed to on the front of the cac bottle. 3. Replace the pressure cap tightly. Engine overheating the vehicle has an engine coolan...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 238 vehicle care 2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the windows as necessary. 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to p (park) or n (neutral), and let ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 239 to check the power steering fluid: 1. Remove the engine cover. Refer to engine cover 0 227 . 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Turn the cap counterclockwise and pull it straight u...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 240 vehicle care caution (continued) to freeze and damage the washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. . When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer instructions for adding water. . Fi...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 241 brake fluid the brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with gm approved dot 3 brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap. See engine compartment overview 0 224 for the location of the reservoir....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 242 vehicle care battery the original equipment battery is maintenance free. Do not remove the cap and do not add fluid. Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 243 starter switch check { warning when you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there i...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 244 vehicle care . To check the p (park) mechanism's holding ability: with the engine running, shift to p (park). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your dealer if service is require...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 245 headlamp aiming headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary,...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 246 vehicle care 2. Remove the bulb socket (1) by turning counterclockwise and pulling straight out of the lamp assembly (2). 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Install the new bulb in the bulb socket. 5. Install ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 247 replacement bulbs exterior lamp bulb number back-up lamp 921 (w16w) license plate lamp w5w ll for replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your dealer. Electrical system electrical system overload t...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 248 vehicle care fuses and circuit breakers the wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by elec...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 249 the vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses usage 1 transmission control module 2 engine control module 3 a/c clutch 4 – fuses usage 5 engine control modul...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 250 vehicle care fuses usage 24 front power windows 25 retained accessory power 26 abs pump 27 electric parking brake 28 rear window defogger 29 passive entry/passive start 30 awd module 31 left front heated seat 32 b...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 251 relays usage 10 cooling fan 11 headlamp washer 13 cooling fan 14 low-beam headlamps 15 run/crank 17 rear window defogger instrument panel fuse block the instrument panel fuse block is in the instrumen...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 252 vehicle care fuses usage 14 diagnostic link connector 15 airbag aos 16 glove box 17 hvac controller 18 logistics 19 – 20 telematics (onstar) 21 cgm 22 steering wheel controls/backlight 23 body control module 3 24 ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 253 the vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses usage f01 – f02 – f03 – f04 leveling compressor f05 – fuses usage f06 – f07 – f08 front courtesy lamps f09 – f1...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 254 vehicle care fuses usage f30 front camera/eocm f31 rear parking assist/ lane departure warning f32 – f33 – f34 – f35 – f36 – f37 – relays usage k1 – k2 front courtesy lamps relay k3 leveling compressor relay k4 lo...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 255 warning (continued) . Replace any tires that have been damaged by impacts with potholes, curbs, etc. . Improperly repaired tires can cause a crash. Only the dealer or an authorized tire service center...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 256 vehicle care low-profile tires if the vehicle has p245/40r20 or p245/45r19 size tires, they are classified as low-profile tires. Caution low-profile tires are more susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb i...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 257 caution (continued) overinflated tires, or tires that have too much air, can result in: . Unusual wear. . Poor handling. . Rough ride. . Needless damage from road hazards. The tire and loading informa...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 258 vehicle care warning (continued) heat buildup and can cause sudden tire failure. This could cause a crash, and you or others could be killed. Some high-speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for h...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 259 please note that the tpms is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 260 vehicle care a tire and loading information label, attached to your vehicle, shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold. See vehicle load lim...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 261 service if the tpms malfunction light and dic message comes on and stays on. Tpms sensor matching process each tpms sensor has a unique identification code. The identification code needs to be matched...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 262 vehicle care 12. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the tire and loading information label. Tire inspection we recommend that the tires, including the spare tire, if the vehic...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 263 check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “ wheel nut torque ” under capacities and specifications 0 299 . { warning rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can m...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 264 vehicle care parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving. When storing a vehicle for at least a month, remove the tires or raise the vehicle to redu...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 265 { warning using bias-ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly and cause a crash. Use only radial-...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 266 vehicle care slight pull to the left or right, depending on the crown of the road and/or other road surface variations such as troughs or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is vibrating when driving on a smooth road,...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 267 warning (continued) size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To avoid vehicle damage, drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the veh...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 268 vehicle care warning (continued) death. Find a level place to change the tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission in p (park) or a manual tra...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 269 3. Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise and remove the spare tire. Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed. 4. The jack and tools are stored below the spare tire. Remove them from their ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 270 vehicle care { warning lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 271 warning (continued) changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 272 vehicle care 17. Lower the jack all the way and remove the jack from under the vehicle. 18. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrench. Storing a flat or spare tire and tools { warning storing a jack, a t...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 273 the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km/h (50 mph). To conserve the tread of the spare tire, have the standard tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage ar...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 274 vehicle care caution ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 275 caution if the other vehicle does not have a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a negative ground for jump starting....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 276 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 jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, ele...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 277 . Is the proper towing equipment going to be used? See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations. . Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparing...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 278 vehicle care 5. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight-ahead position. 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer instru...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 279 caution (continued) correct product usage, necessary safety precautions, and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product. Caution avoid using high-pressure washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) to the...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 280 vehicle care protecting exterior bright metal moldings caution failure to clean and protect the bright metal moldings can result in a hazy white finish or pitting. This damage would not be covered by the vehicle w...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 281 windshield and wiper blades clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent. ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 282 vehicle care brake system visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect drum brake lini...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 283 lotions, sunscreen, and insect repellent from all interior surfaces or permanent damage may result. Use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned to prevent permanent damage. Apply...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 284 vehicle care to clean: 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free colorfast cloth with water. Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet. 2. Remove excess moisture by gently wringing unti...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 vehicle care 285 do not use cleaners that increase gloss, especially on the instrument panel. Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions. Caution use of air fresheners may ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 286 vehicle care removing and replacing the floor mats 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock the retainers and remove. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers an...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 service and maintenance 287 service and maintenance general information general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 maintenance schedule maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . 288 special application service...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 288 service and maintenance checks and services. The additional required services - normal are for vehicles that: . Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the tire and loading information label. See v...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 service and maintenance 289 oil life system is reset accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km/ 3,000 mi since the last service. Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed. See engine oil life system 0 ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 290 service and maintenance maintenance schedule additional required services - normal 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/5...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 service and maintenance 291 footnotes — maintenance schedule additional required services - normal (1) or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent passenger compartment air filter replacement may be neede...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 292 service and maintenance maintenance schedule additional required services - severe 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/5...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 service and maintenance 293 footnotes — maintenance schedule additional required services - severe (1) or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent passenger compartment air filter replacement may be neede...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 294 service and maintenance ‐ any vehicle consistently operated in a high sand or dust environment such as those used on oil pipelines and similar applications. . Vehicles that are regularly used for short trips of 6 ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 service and maintenance 295 recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts recommended fluids and lubricants usage fluid/lubricant automatic transmission dexron ® -vi automatic transmission fluid. Chassis lubrication chass...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 296 service and maintenance maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part gm part number acdelco part number engine air ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 service and maintenance 297 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. Retai...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 298 technical data technical data vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 service parts identification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 technical data 299 vehicle data capacities and specifications application capacities metric english air conditioning refrigerant for the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 300 technical data engine specifications engine vin code horsepower torque spark plug gap 3.6l v6 engine (lf3) 8 306 kw @ 6000 rpm (410 hp @ 6000 rpm) 500 y @1900 – 5600 rpm (369 lb ft @ 1900 – 5600 rpm) 0.75 – 0.90 m...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 technical data 301 engine drive belt routing.

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 302 customer information customer information vehicle data recording and privacy vehicle data recording and privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 event data recorders . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 customer information 303 gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the edr data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired durin...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 304 index index a accessories and modifications . . . . . 222 accessory power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 adaptive cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 adaptive forward lighting (afl) . . . . . ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 index 305 automatic (cont'd) door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 forward braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 headlamp system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 level control ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 306 index control of a vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 convenience net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 convex mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 coolant engine . . . . . . ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 index 307 engine (cont'd) oil pressure light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 overheated protection operating mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 308 index headlamps (cont'd) high intensity discharge (hid) lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 high-beam on light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 high/low beam changer . . . . . . . . . 152 lamps on re...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 index 309 lights (cont'd) brake system warning . . . . . . . . . . . 122 charging system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 door ajar . . . . . . . . ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 310 index mirrors, interior rearview . . . . . . . . . . . 43 monitor system, tire pressure . . . . . 258 n net, convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 new vehicle break-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 index 311 replacement parts (cont'd) maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 replacing airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 replacing latch system parts after a crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 312 index stabilitrak off light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 start assist, hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 start vehicle, remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 starter swi...

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    Cadillac xts owner manual (gmna-localizing-mideast-10292881) - 2017 - crc - 7/1/16 index 313 v vehicle alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 identification number (vin) . . . . . 298 load limits . . . . . . . ...