Cadillac CTS luxury car Owners Manual

Cadillac CTS luxury car Owners

Keys, Doors, and Windows

The vehicle comes with two transmitters. Each transmitter will have a number on top of it, “1” or “2”. These numbers correspond to the driver of the vehicle. For example, the memory seat position for driver 1 will be recalled when using the transmitter labeled “1”, if enabled through the DIC.

Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle  Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer/retailer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed into the vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be programmed. Any lost or stolen transmitters no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed into it.

Safety Locks

The vehicle has rear door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside.

The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. The rear doors must be open to access them. The label showing the lock and unlock positions is located near the lock.

To set the locks

1. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the horizontal position.
2. Close the door.

When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on

1. Unlock the door using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or Keyless Access System transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the power door lock switch, or the rear door manual lock.
2. Open the door from the outside.

To cancel the rear door security lock

1. Unlock the door and open it from the outside.
2. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position.

Rear-Seat Pass Through

If the vehicle has the rear seat pass through the door, the trunk can be accessed through the rear seat. This is useful when transporting long items. To open the door, pull down the rear seat armrest. Then pull the lever down to release the door. To close the door, push it up and back into place. Then try to open the door without pulling up on the lever to make sure it is locked into place.

Immobilizer Operation (Key Access)

This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is removed from the ignition. The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is started with the correct key. The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms the system. Only the correct key starts the vehicle. The vehicle may not start if the key is damaged.

The security light, located in the instrument panel cluster comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on. If the engine does not start and the security light stays on there is a problem with the system.

Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. If the engine still does not start and the light continues to stay on try another key.

Express-Down/Up Windows

Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered without holding the switch. Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate the express feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the switch.

Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature

If any object is in the path of the window when the express-up is active, the window will stop at the obstruction and auto-reverse to a preset factory position. Weather conditions such as severe icing may also cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will return to normal operation once the obstruction or condition is removed.

Sun Visors

Swing down the visor to block out glare. It can also be detached from the center mount and moved to the side to block glare from that direction. The driver visor may also have buttons for a built-in garage door opener.

Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror

Pull the visor down and lift the cover to access the mirror. A light comes on when the cover is lifted and goes out when it is closed.

Roof

Sunroof

If the vehicle has a power sunroof it will only operate when the ignition is turned on, or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.  The sunroof switches are located on the overhead console.The driver-side switch operates the sunshade. Press and hold the rear of the witch to open the sunshade. Press and hold the front of the witch to close the sunshade.

• Express-Open: To open the unshade, fully press and release the rear of the driver-side switch. The sunshade will automatically pen. To stop the sunshade partway, press the switch a second time.
• Express-Close: To close the unshade, fully press and release the front of the driver-side switch. The sunshade will automatically be lost. To stop the sunshade partway, press the switch a second time. The sunshade will open automatically with the sunroof, but can also be opened manually.

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment

To move a manual seat forward or rearward:

1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place.

Power Seat Adjustment

Power Seats

On vehicles with power seats, the controls are located on the outboard side of the seats.

• Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the horizontal control forward or rearward.
• Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the horizontal control up or down.
• Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down.
• Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down. The vertical control is used for reclining the seatback.

Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Steering Wheel

On vehicles with memory packages, the controls are located on the driver’s door. This feature is used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirror, and the steering wheel position if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature.

1. Saves the seating position for driver 1.
2. Saves the seating position for driver 2. Recall the easy exit position.

To save your positions in memory

1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, and lumbar, both outside mirrors, and the steering wheel to a comfortable position.
2. Press and hold button 1 until two beeps sound through the driver-side front speaker to let you know that the position has been stored.
3. Repeat the procedure for a second driver using button 2.

To recall memory positions, the vehicle must be in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or the parking brake applied for a manual transmission. Press and release either button 1 or button 2. A single beep will sound. The seat,
outside mirrors, and steering wheel will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver.

If the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is used to enter the vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is on, Automatic seat and mirror movement occurs. On vehicles with the Keyless Access System, Automatic adjustment occurs when the driver door is opened.

To stop the recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the power seat controls, memory buttons, power tilt wheel control, or power mirror buttons. If something has blocked the driver seat or the steering column while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction, then press the appropriate control for the area that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer/retailer for service.

Lumbar Adjustment

The vehicle may have this feature. The driver and passenger seatback lumbar support can be adjusted by moving the control located on the outboard side of the seat cushions. To increase or decrease support, hold the control forward or rearward. Adjust the seat as needed.

• A. Seat Cushion Bolster Adjustment Switch
• B. Lumbar Support Control Switch
• C. Seatback Bolster Adjustment Switch

Power Lumbar

On vehicles with this feature:

• Press and hold the top of the control (B) to increase support to the top of the seatback and decrease support to the bottom of the lumbar
• Press and hold the bottom of the control to decrease support to the top of the seatback and increase support to the bottom of the seatback.
• Press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease support to the entire seatback.

Side Bolster

On vehicles with this feature:

• Press the top or bottom of control (A) to increase or decrease support in seat cushion bolsters.
• Press the top or bottom of the control (C) to increase or decrease support in the seatback bolsters.

Reclining Seatbacks

Manual Reclining Seatbacks

If the front passenger seat has a manual reclining seatback, the lever used to operate it is located on the outboard side of the seat.

To recline the seatback:

1. Lift the recline lever.
2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

To return the seatback to an upright position

1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position.
2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

Power Reclining Seatbacks

If the seats have power reclining seatbacks, use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of each seat.

• To recline the seatback, press the control toward the rear of the vehicle.
• To raise the seatback, press the control toward the front of the vehicle.

Sedan

To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks:

1. Pull forward on the tab, located on the outboard side of the seatback, to unlock the seatback.
2. Fold the seat back down. This allows access to the trunk.

Wagon

To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks:

1. Pull on the lever, located on the top outboard side of the seatback, to unlock the seatback.
2. Fold the seat back down.

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right-front passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder. The belt should be away from the face and neck, but not falling off the shoulder. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.

Push down on the release button (A) and move the height adjuster to the desired position. The adjuster can be moved up by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After the height adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it down without pressing the release button to make sure it has locked into position.

Drive Systems

All-Wheel Drive

With this feature, engine power is always sent to all four wheels. It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions. When using a compact spare tire on an AWD vehicle, the system automatically detects the compact spare and disables AWD. To restore AWD operation and prevent excessive wear on the system, replace the compact spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible.

Object Detection Systems

Ultrasonic Parking Assist

Vehicles with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, assist the driver with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). URPA operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph), and the sensors on the rear bumper detect objects up to 2.4m (8 ft.) behind the vehicle, and at least 25.4 cm (10 in.) off the ground.

The display uses three color-coded lights to provide distance and system information and is located above the rear window. It can be seen by looking over your right shoulder.

Vehicle Care

CTS-V 6.2 L V8 Engine

Engine Cover

Engine Cover (CTS)

To remove

1. Remove the oil fill cap (A).
2. Raise the right front corner of the engine cover (B) to release from the ball stud.
3. Pull the engine cover (B) forward to slide the rear tabs (C) out from under the retainers.

Vehicle Care

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