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Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

In Brief ...... 1-1 Storage ...... 4-1 Climate Controls ...... 8-1 Instrument Panel ...... 1-2 Storage Compartments ...... 4-1 Climate Control Systems ...... 8-1 Initial Drive Information ...... 1-4 Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2 Air Vents ...... 8-6 Vehicle Features ...... 1-16 Roof Rack System ...... 4-6 Maintenance ...... 8-6 Performance and Maintenance ...... 1-22 Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1 Driving and Operating ...... 9-1 Controls ...... 5-2 Driving Information ...... 9-2 Keys, Doors, and Warning Lights, Gauges, and Starting and Operating ...... 9-14 Windows ...... 2-1 Indicators ...... 5-10 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-24 Keys and Locks ...... 2-1 Information Displays ...... 5-27 Automatic Transmission ...... 9-25 Doors ...... 2-17 Vehicle Messages ...... 5-31 Manual Transmission ...... 9-29 Vehicle Security...... 2-22 Vehicle Personalization ...... 5-46 Drive Systems ...... 9-31 Exterior Mirrors ...... 2-26 Universal Remote System . . . . 5-53 Brakes ...... 9-32 Interior Mirrors ...... 2-27 Ride Control Systems ...... 9-36 Windows ...... 2-27 Lighting ...... 6-1 Cruise Control ...... 9-39 Roof ...... 2-30 Exterior Lighting ...... 6-1 Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-42 Interior Lighting ...... 6-6 Fuel ...... 9-48 Seats and Restraints ...... 3-1 Lighting Features ...... 6-7 Towing...... 9-53 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-58 Front Seats ...... 3-3 Infotainment System ...... 7-1 Rear Seats ...... 3-10 Introduction ...... 7-1 Vehicle Care ...... 10-1 Safety Belts ...... 3-12 Radio ...... 7-8 General Information ...... 10-3 Airbag System ...... 3-20 Audio Players ...... 7-16 Vehicle Checks ...... 10-4 Child Restraints ...... 3-34 Phone ...... 7-35 Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-32 Trademarks and License Bulb Replacement ...... 10-32 Agreements ...... 7-43 Electrical System ...... 10-35 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

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Wheels and Tires ...... 10-59 Customer Information ...... 13-1 Jump Starting ...... 10-101 Customer Information ...... 13-1 Towing...... 10-105 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-17 Appearance Care ...... 10-107 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy...... 13-19 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 General Information ...... 11-1 OnStar ...... 14-1 Cadillac Premium Care OnStar Overview...... 14-1 Maintenance ...... 11-3 OnStar Services ...... 14-2 Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-3 OnStar Additional Special Application Information ...... 14-5 Services ...... 11-9 Index ...... i-1 Additional Maintenance and Care ...... 11-10 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...... 11-13 Maintenance Records ...... 11-17 Technical Data ...... 12-1 Vehicle Identification ...... 12-1 Vehicle Data ...... 12-2 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

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This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are Propriétaires Canadiens options that you did not purchase or A French language copy of this due to changes subsequent to the manual can be obtained from your printing of this owner manual. dealer or from: Please refer to the purchase The names, logos, emblems, documentation relating to your On peut obtenir un exemplaire de slogans, vehicle model names, and specific vehicle to confirm each of ce guide en français auprès du vehicle body designs appearing in the features found on your vehicle. concessionnaire ou à l'adresse this manual including, but not limited For vehicles first sold in Canada, suivante: to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, substitute the name “General the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, Helm, Incorporated Motors of Canada Limited” for CTS, and CTS-V are trademarks Attention: Customer Service Cadillac Motor Car Division 47911 Halyard Drive and/or service marks of General wherever it appears in this manual. Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, Plymouth, MI 48170 affiliates, or licensors. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

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Using this Manual Symbols { WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and the vehicle, use the Index in the These mean there is something labels that use symbols instead of back of the manual. It is an that could hurt you or other text. Symbols are shown along with alphabetical list of what is in the people. the text describing the operation or manual and the page number where information relating to a specific it can be found. component, control, message, Notice: This means there is gauge, or indicator. something that could result in Danger, Warnings, and property or vehicle damage. This M : This symbol is shown when Cautions would not be covered by the you need to see your owner manual vehicle's warranty. for additional instructions or Warning messages found on vehicle information. labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or * : This symbol is shown when reduce them. you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or Danger indicates a hazard with a information. high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a A circle with a slash through it is a hazard that could result in injury or safety symbol which means “Do death. Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

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Vehicle Symbol Chart . : Fuel Gauge Here are some additional symbols + : Fuses that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam information on the symbol, refer to Changer the Index. ( : Heated Steering Wheel 9 : Airbag Readiness Light j : LATCH System Child # : Air Conditioning Restraints ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls : Oil Pressure or OnStar® } : Power $ : Brake System Warning Light / : Remote Vehicle Start " : Charging System > : Safety Belt Reminders I : Cruise Control 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor B : Engine Coolant Temperature d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® O : Exterior Lamps M : Windshield Washer Fluid # : Fog Lamps Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

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In Brief 1-1

In Brief Safety Belts ...... 1-10 Rear Vision Passenger Sensing Camera (RVC) ...... 1-19 System ...... 1-11 Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-20 Instrument Panel Mirror Adjustment ...... 1-11 Storage Compartments ...... 1-20 Instrument Panel ...... 1-2 Steering Wheel Power Outlets ...... 1-20 Adjustment ...... 1-12 Universal Remote System . . . 1-21 Initial Drive Information Interior Lighting ...... 1-12 Sunroof ...... 1-21 Initial Drive Information ...... 1-4 Exterior Lighting ...... 1-13 Starting the Engine ...... 1-4 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-13 Performance and Maintenance Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Climate Controls ...... 1-15 Traction Control System ...... 1-4 Transmission ...... 1-15 System (TCS) ...... 1-22 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 1-5 StabiliTrak® System ...... 1-22 Door Locks ...... 1-5 Vehicle Features Tire Pressure Monitor ...... 1-22 Liftgate ...... 1-6 Radio(s) ...... 1-16 Tire Sealant and Trunk Release ...... 1-7 Satellite Radio ...... 1-16 Compressor Kit ...... 1-23 Windows ...... 1-8 Portable Audio Devices ...... 1-17 Engine Oil Life System ...... 1-23 Seat Adjustment ...... 1-8 Bluetooth® ...... 1-17 Driving for Better Fuel Memory Features ...... 1-9 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-17 Economy ...... 1-24 Heated and Ventilated Cruise Control ...... 1-18 Roadside Service ...... 1-24 Seats ...... 1-10 Navigation System ...... 1-18 OnStar® ...... 1-24 Head Restraint Driver Information Adjustment ...... 1-10 Center (DIC) ...... 1-19 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

1-2 In Brief

Instrument Panel

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In Brief 1-3

1. Air Vents on page 8‑6. 12. Navigation Display Brightness 18. Data Link Connector (DLC) 2. Driver Information Center (DIC) Control (If Equipped). See (Out of View). See Malfunction Navigation System Manual. Indicator Lamp on page 5 19. on page 5‑27. ‑ 3. Instrument Panel Illumination 13. Infotainment on page 7‑1. 19. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2. Control on page 6‑6. Navigation/Radio System (If ‑ 4. Turn and Lane-Change Signals Equipped). See Navigation 20. Horn on page 5‑4. System Manual. on page 6‑5. 21. Steering Wheel Controls on 14. Parking Brake Release Lever. page 5 3. 5. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑11. ‑ See Parking Brake (Electric) on 22. Heated and Ventilated Front 6. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 9 33 or Parking Brake ‑ Seats on page 3‑9. page 5‑4. (Manual) on page 9‑33. 23. Dual Automatic Climate Control Rear Window Wiper/Washer on 15. Hood Release. See Hood on System on page 8‑1. page 5‑6 (If Equipped). page 10‑5. 24. Parking Brake Button. See 7. Navigation Button (If Equipped). 16. Cruise Control on page 9‑39. See Navigation System Manual. Parking Brake (Electric) on Heated Steering Wheel on page 9‑33 or Parking Brake 8. Traction Control System (TCS) page 5‑4 (If Equipped). (Manual) on page 9‑33. on page 9‑36. Traction Control System (TCS) 25. Shift Lever. See Automatic Magnetic Ride Control on Disable Button (CTS-V Model Transmission on page 9‑25 or page 9‑38 (CTS-V Model Only). Only). See Traction Control Manual Transmission on 9. Clock on page 5‑9. System (TCS) on page 9‑36. page 9‑29. 10. Passenger Sensing System on 17. Tap Shift Controls (If 26. Instrument Panel Storage on page 3‑27. Equipped). Located on the rear page 4‑1. of the steering wheel. See Power Outlets on page 5‑9. 11. Hazard Warning Flashers on Manual Mode on page 9‑27. page 6‑5. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

1-4 In Brief

Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry Information (RKE) System This section provides a brief On some models, the RKE overview about some of the transmitter is used to lock and important features that may or may unlock the doors from up to 20 m not be on your specific vehicle. (65 ft) away from the vehicle. On other models, it can be used up to For more detailed information, refer 60 m (195 ft) away. to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.

Starting the Engine Keyless Access When first starting the vehicle, the Press K to unlock the driver door. engine idle speed will be elevated to allow the catalytic converter, an Press again within five seconds to emissions control device, to quickly unlock all remaining doors. reach operating temperature. After Press Q to lock all doors. approximately 20 seconds, the engine will begin to transition to its Lock and unlock feedback can be normal, quieter idle speed, which personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 46. can vary depending on the Key Access ‑ temperature. This is normal Press and hold V / 8 to open operation. the trunk/liftgate. Press L and release to locate the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

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. Turn on the hazard warning Press and hold for more than 2. Immediately after completing L flashers. two seconds to sound the panic Step 2, press and hold / for at alarm. least two seconds or until the . Turn the vehicle on and then off. vehicle's turn signal lamps flash. Press L again to cancel the panic See Remote Vehicle Start on alarm. 3. After entering the vehicle during page 2‑10. a remote start, press the brake For keyless access vehicles, press pedal and turn the ignition to Door Locks the button to remove the key. The ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. key can be used for all locks. To lock or unlock a door manually: When the vehicle starts, the parking See Keys on page 2‑1 and Remote lamps will turn on and remain on as Sedan and Wagon Base Model Keyless Entry (RKE) System long as the engine is running. The From the inside, use the door lock Operation (Key Access) on doors will be locked and the climate knob on the top of doors. page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry control system may come on. (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Sedan and Wagon Uplevel Model Access) on page 2‑6. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a From the inside, for a front door pull the door handle. Pulling the door Remote Vehicle Start 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once. handle again unlatches the door. For vehicles with this feature, the For a rear door use the door lock engine can be started from outside Canceling a Remote Start knob on the top of the door. of the vehicle. To cancel a remote start do any of Coupe Model the following: Starting the Vehicle To open a door from the inside, . Aim the RKE transmitter at the 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle press the door latch button, or pull vehicle and press and hold / the manual door release handle on and press and release on the Q until the parking lamps turn off. the driver side floor. transmitter. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

1-6 In Brief

See Door Locks (Sedan and page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry Liftgate Wagon) on page 2‑12 or Door Locks (RKE) System Operation (Keyless (Coupe) on page 2‑13. Access) on page 2‑6. Power Liftgate Sedan and Wagon Model Power Door Locks From the outside, turn the key toward the front or rear of the vehicle, or press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 2‑6. Coupe Model Vehicles with an automatic From the outside, use the key to Sedan/Wagon Shown, Coupe transmission must be in P (Park) unlock the trunk then pull the Similar and a manual transmission must be manual door release handle, Q : Press to lock the doors. in Neutral to operate the power K liftgate. or press Q or on the K : Press to unlock the doors. RKE transmitter. To open the liftgate from inside, See Power Door Locks on See Door Locks (Sedan and select the mode then press the page 2‑15. center of the button. See Liftgate on Wagon) on page 2‑12 or Door Locks page 2 18 for more information on (Coupe) on page 2‑13 and Remote ‑ Keyless Entry (RKE) System programming the height opening Operation (Key Access) on settings. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

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To open the liftgate with the Remote Trunk Release The trunk may be opened by Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, pressing the remote trunk release press and hold 8 on the button on the driver door, V on RKE transmitter. the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) To open the liftgate from outside the transmitter, or the trunk release vehicle, press the touch pad on the button on the rear of the trunk outside liftgate handle. above the license plate; or by using the key in the trunk lock cylinder. Manual Operation of the Power On vehicles with the Keyless Liftgate Access System, if the vehicle is With the vehicle in P (Park), turn the locked, the keyless access liftgate mode switch to OFF and transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) unlock the doors. Press the touch of the trunk for it to be recognized. pad under the liftgate handle and The trunk can then be opened by pull up on the handle. To close the The remote trunk release button is the trunk release button above the liftgate, pull down on the pull cup. on the driver door, inside the license plate. See Trunk on See Liftgate on page 2‑18. storage compartment under the page 2‑17. armrest. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral). On vehicles with a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in Neutral, and the parking brake set. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

1-8 In Brief

Windows Seat Adjustment . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal Power Seats control up or down. Seat Position See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4. Use the vertical control to adjust the seatback. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6. Power Lumbar

Sedan Driver Side Shown, Wagon and Coupe Similar The driver power window switches control all the windows. The passenger switch only controls that To adjust the seat: window. . Move the seat forward or Press the switch down to lower the rearward by moving the window. Pull the switch up to raise horizontal control forward or it. See Power Windows on rearward. 1. Seat Cushion Bolster page 2 28. . Raise or lower the front or rear ‑ Adjustment part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the 2. Lumbar Support Control horizontal control up or down. 3. Seatback Bolster Control Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (9,1)

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To adjust the lumbar support, Seat Cushion and Seatback Memory Features if equipped: Bolsters . Press and hold the top of the To adjust the seat cushion and control (2) to increase support to seatback bolster support, the top of the seatback and if equipped: decrease support to the bottom . Press the top or bottom of the of the seatback. control (1) to increase or . Press and hold the bottom of the decrease support in the seat control (2) to decrease support cushion bolsters. to the top of the seatback and . Press the top or bottom of the increase support to the bottom control (3) to increase or of the seatback. decrease support in the . Press and hold the front or rear seatback bolsters. of the control (2) to increase or See Lumbar Adjustment on decrease support to the entire On vehicles with the memory page 3‑5. seatback. package, memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver door are used to save See Lumbar Adjustment on and recall memory settings for the page 3‑5. driver seat cushion and seatback, outside mirrors, and the steering column position, if the vehicle is equipped with the power tilt and telescopic steering column. See Memory Seats on page 3‑7 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑46. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

1-10 In Brief

Heated and Ventilated Press the button once for the Safety Belts highest setting. With each press of Seats the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights on the climate control display indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑9. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints Refer to the following sections for Heated and Ventilated Seat for all occupants are installed and important information on how to use Buttons Shown, Heated Seat adjusted properly. safety belts properly: Buttons Similar To achieve a comfortable seating . Safety Belts on page 3‑12. If available, the buttons are on the position, change the seatback climate control panel. To operate, recline angle as little as necessary . How to Wear Safety Belts the ignition must be on. while keeping the seat and the head Properly on page 3‑13. restraint height in the proper M . Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑14. : Press to heat the seat. position. { . Lower Anchors and Tethers for : If available, press to ventilate See Head Restraints on page 3 2 the seat. ‑ Children (LATCH System) on and Seat Adjustment on page 3 3. ‑ page 3‑41. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (11,1)

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Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status 2. Press the arrows on the control indicator will be visible on the pad to move the mirror up, System instrument panel when the vehicle is down, right, or left. started. See Passenger Airbag 3. Adjust each mirror so that a little Status Indicator on page 5‑18. of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. Mirror Adjustment 4. Press (1) or (2) again to deselect Exterior the mirror. United States See Power Mirrors on page 2‑26. Interior The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind you. The dimming feature comes on Canada and Mexico and the indicator light illuminates The passenger sensing system each time the vehicle is started. turns off the front outboard See Automatic Dimming Rearview passenger frontal airbag under Mirror on page 2‑27. certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger Controls for the outside power sensing system. See Passenger mirrors are on the driver door. Sensing System on page 3‑27. To adjust each mirrors: 1. Press (1) or (2) to select the driver or passenger side mirror. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (12,1)

1-12 In Brief

Steering Wheel Power Tilt Wheel Interior Lighting Adjustment Reading Lamps The reading lamps are on the overhead console. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened. For manual operation, press the button next to each lamp to turn it on or off. For vehicles with the power tilt If the reading lamps are left on, they wheel, the control is on the left side automatically shut off 10 minutes of the steering column. after the ignition has been . Push the control up or down to turned off. tilt the steering wheel up For more information, see: To adjust the steering wheel: or down. . Reading Lamps on page 6‑6. 1. Pull the lever down. . Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering . Instrument Panel Illumination 2. Move the steering wheel up Control on page 6‑6. or down. wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle. 3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (13,1)

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Exterior Lighting ; : Turns on the parking lamps, Windshield Wiper/Washer together with the sidemarker lamps, The windshield wiper lever is on the taillamps, license plate lamps, and right side of the steering column. instrument panel lights. 5 : Turns on the headlamps, together with the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel The exterior lamp control is toward lights. the end of the turn signal/lane See: Sedan and Coupe Model change lever. . Exterior Lamp Controls on O : Turn the band with this page 6‑1. symbol on it to operate the exterior . lamps. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑2. The exterior lamp control has four . positions: Fog Lamps on page 6‑5. O : Turns off all lamps, except the Wagon Model Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Move the windshield wiper lever to AUTO: Turns the headlamps on select the wiper speed. and off automatically, depending 8 : Use for a single wipe. Briefly upon how much light is available move the lever down and release. outside of the vehicle. For several wipes, hold the lever down. ( : Use to turn the wipers off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (14,1)

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3 : For a delayed wiping cycle. Sedan and Coupe Model Wagon Model Turn the band up for more frequent K : Press the button with this Pull the lever toward you to spray wipes or down for less frequent symbol, on the end of the washer fluid on the windshield. The wipes. windshield washer lever, to wash spray continues until the lever is 1: Use for slow wipes. the windshield. The washer fluid released. The wipers will run a few sprays onto the windshield and times. 2: Use for fast wipes. the wipers run for a few cycles to See Windshield Wiper/Washer on clear the windshield. Press and Windshield Washer page 5‑4 and Rear Window Wiper/ hold K for more wash cycles. Washer on page 5‑6 (if equipped). { WARNING

In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (15,1)

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Climate Controls Transmission The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with Automatic Transmission this system. Driver Shift Control (DSC) or Tap Shift Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever or the Tap Shift controls, located on the back of the steering wheel (if equipped). See Manual Mode on page 9‑27. Manual Transmission Skip Shift (CTS‐V) 1. Display 8. Temperature and Heated/ Under light acceleration, the Ventilated Seat transmission will only allow shifting 2. Fan from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth). This 3. Power 9. Air Conditioning helps improve fuel mileage. Under harder acceleration, Skip Shift is 4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 10. Recirculation disabled, and all gears are 11. Outside Air 5. PASS (Passenger Climate available. See Manual Transmission Control) 12. Rear Window Defogger on page 9‑29. 6. Defrost See Dual Automatic Climate Control 7. Air Delivery Mode System on page 8‑1. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (16,1)

1-16 In Brief

Vehicle Features Storing a Favorite Station adjustment button to make the clock hands go backward. A maximum of 36 stations can be Holding either button down will programmed as favorites using the Radio(s) cause the clock to advance six softkeys below the radio station faster. Release the button before VOL/ O : Press to turn the system frequency tabs on the display and the desired time is reached. on and off. Turn to increase or by using the radio favorites page decrease the volume. button (FAV button). Press the FAV 3. Push and release either button to adjust the time by one minute FM/AM: Press to select between button to go through up to six pages increments until the desired time FM or AM. of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each is reached. m : Press to select SiriusXM®, page of favorites can contain any For more information on setting the if equipped. combination of AM, FM, or SiriusXM clock, see Clock on page 5‑9. TUNE/TONE: Turn to select radio stations. stations. For more information, see AM-FM Satellite Radio Radio on page 7 8. ¨ SEEK or © SEEK: Press to seek ‑ Vehicles with a SiriusXM® satellite the next or previous station. Setting the Clock radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM INFO: Press to display additional satellite radio subscription can The analog clock is on the information that may be available for receive SiriusXM programming. instrument panel above the radio. the current song. When information The clock is not connected with any is not available, No Information SiriusXM Satellite Radio other vehicle system and runs by displays. Service itself. To adjust the clock: For more information about these SiriusXM is a satellite radio service 1. Locate the adjustment buttons and other radio features, see based in the 48 contiguous United directly below the clock face. Operation on page 7‑3. States and 10 Canadian provinces. 2. Push and hold the right SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide adjustment button to move the variety of programming and clock hands forward, or the left commercial-free music, coast to Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (17,1)

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coast, and in digital-quality sound. Bluetooth® Steering Wheel Controls A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service. The Bluetooth® system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled Refer to: mobile phone to make and receive . www.siriusxm.com or call hands-free calls using the vehicle 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.). audio system and controls. . www.xmradio.ca or call The Bluetooth-enabled mobile 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it See Satellite Radio on page 7 11. ‑ can be used in the vehicle. Not all Portable Audio Devices phones will support all functions. See Bluetooth on page 7‑35. Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port in the center console bin. Some audio steering wheel controls External devices such as iPods®, could differ depending on the laptop computers, MP3 players, CD vehicle's options. Controls that can changers, and USB drives may be be adjusted at the steering wheel connected, depending on the audio may include: system. SRCE: Press to switch between AM, FM, or SiriusXM (if equipped) See Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑33. radio, CD, HDD (if equipped), auxiliary input jack, DVD (if equipped), and USB (if equipped). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (18,1)

1-18 In Brief

. For vehicles with a navigation or / : Press to go to the +RES: Press to make the vehicle y c z system, OnStar, or Bluetooth, previous or next radio station stored accelerate or resume to a previously as a favorite, or the previous or next press and hold b / g for set speed. track of a CD. two seconds and say “hands −SET: Press to set the speed or free” to interact with OnStar or make the vehicle decelerate. Press to interact with the Bluetooth. Bluetooth® system. See Bluetooth [ : Press to cancel cruise control on page 7‑35 for more information. For more information, see Steering without erasing the set speed from Wheel Controls on page 5‑3. + e −: Press to increase or to memory. decrease the volume. Cruise Control See Cruise Control on page 9‑39. b / g : Press and release to silence the vehicle speakers only. Navigation System The audio of the wireless and wired If the vehicle has a navigation headphones, if the vehicle has system, there is a separate these features, does not mute. navigation manual that includes Press and release b / g again, to information on the radio, audio turn the sound on. players, and navigation system. . For vehicles with a navigation The navigation system provides system, press and hold b / g for detailed maps of most major freeways and roads. After a two seconds to initiate speech destination has been set, the recognition. system provides turn-by-turn . For vehicles without a navigation CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system system, press and hold b / g for : Press to turn the system on or I can help locate a variety of points of two seconds to interact with off. The indicator light on the button interest (POIs), such as banks, OnStar® or Bluetooth. turns on when cruise control is on. airports, restaurants, and more. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (19,1)

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. Lighting See the navigation manual for more 3 : Press to scroll through the information. trip and fuel displays. . Chime Volume T : Press to scroll through the . Memory Settings Driver Information vehicle information displays. Center (DIC) See Vehicle Personalization on U : Press to customize the feature page 5‑46. The DIC display is at the bottom of settings on your vehicle. See the instrument cluster. It shows the Vehicle Personalization on Rear Vision status of many vehicle systems and page 5‑46. enables access to the Camera (RVC) V : Press to reset certain DIC personalization menu. The rear vision camera displays a features and to acknowledge DIC view of the area behind the vehicle warning messages and clear them on either the navigation screen or from the DIC display. the inside rearview mirror when the y or z : Press to scroll up and vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). down the menu items. Once shifted out of R (Reverse), the See Driver Information Center (DIC) navigation screen will go back to the last screen that had been displayed, on page 5‑27. after a delay or the video image Vehicle Customization automatically disappears from the Some vehicle features can be inside rearview mirror. programmed by using the DIC To clean the camera lens above the buttons on the instrument panel to license plate, rinse it with water and the left of the steering wheel. These wipe it with a soft cloth. The DIC buttons are on the features include: See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on instrument panel to the left of the . Language page 9‑45 for more information. steering wheel. . Door Lock and Unlock Settings Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (20,1)

1-20 In Brief

Ultrasonic Parking Assist Storage Compartments Power Outlets If available, this system uses Accessory power outlets can be sensors on the rear bumper to used to plug in electrical equipment, assist with parking and avoiding such as a cell phone or MP3 player. objects while in R (Reverse). There are three accessory power It operates at speeds less than outlets. The power outlets below the 8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audible climate control system, inside the beeps to provide distance and center console storage bin, and on system information. the rear of the center console are Keep the sensors on the vehicle's powered while the vehicle is in ON/ rear bumper clean to ensure proper RUN, START or ACC/ACCESSORY operation. mode, or until the driver door is See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. page 9‑42. Press the bottom of the load floor handle assembly to lift the top on On the CTS Wagon there is an the handle. Pull up on the handle to additional accessory power outlet open the cargo management near the rear cargo net that is system. powered at all times. See Cargo Management System Remove the cover to access and (Wagon) on page 4‑3 for more replace when not in use. information. See Power Outlets on page 5‑9. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (21,1)

In Brief 1-21

Universal Remote System Vent: Coupe only, press and hold the front of the switch (2) to vent the sunroof. The sunshade will automatically open approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press and hold the rear of the switch (2) to close the sunroof vent. Express Open/Express Close: The Universal Home Remote Press and release the rear or front System allows for garage door of the switch (2) to express open or openers, security systems, and express close the sunroof. To stop home automation devices to be the sunroof partway, press the programmed to work with these switch (2) a second time. buttons in the vehicle. The driver side switch (1) operates the sunshade. Comfort Stop: The sunroof has a See Universal Remote System on Open/Close: Press and hold the comfort stop feature that stops the page 5‑53. front or rear of the switch (1) to open sunroof from opening to the Sunroof or close the sunshade. full-open position. Press the rear of the sunroof switch (2) to the first If the vehicle has a power sunroof, it Express Open/Express Close: detent to open the sunroof to the will only operate when the ignition is Press and release the rear or front comfort open position. Press the in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, of the switch (1) to express open or rear of the switch (2) again to fully or when Retained Accessory express close the sunshade. To open the sunroof. Power (RAP) is active. See Ignition stop the sunshade partway, press See Sunroof on page 2 30. Positions (Keyless Access) on the switch (1) a second time. ‑ page 9‑15 or Ignition Positions (Key The passenger side switch (2) Access) on page 9‑17 and Retained operates the sunroof. Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑21. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (22,1)

1-22 In Brief

Performance and StabiliTrak® System Tire Pressure Monitor Maintenance StabiliTrak assists with directional This vehicle may have a Tire control of the vehicle in difficult Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). Traction Control driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the System (TCS) vehicle is started. The traction control system limits . To turn off both traction control wheel spin. The system turns on and electronic stability control, automatically every time the vehicle press and hold the TCS/ is started. StabiliTrak button Y on the . To turn off traction control, press instrument panel (CTS) or The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in and release the TCS/StabiliTrak steering wheel (CTS-V) until g Y pressure of one of the vehicle's button on the instrument illuminates and the appropriate tires. If the warning light comes on, panel (CTS) or the steering DIC message displays. See stop as soon as possible and inflate wheel (CTS-V). The appropriate Ride Control System Messages the tires to the recommended DIC message is displayed. See on page 5‑40. pressure shown on the Tire and Ride Control System Messages . Press the TCS/StabiliTrak Loading Information label. See on page 5‑40. button Y again to turn on both Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. . Press the TCS/StabiliTrak systems. The warning light will remain on until button Y again to turn traction the tire pressure is corrected. See StabiliTrak® System on control back on. During cooler conditions, the low tire page 9‑37. See Traction Control System (TCS) pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and on page 9‑36. then turn off. This may be an early Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (23,1)

In Brief 1-23

indicator that the tire pressures are Engine Oil Life System Be careful not to reset the oil life getting low and the tires need to be display accidentally at any time inflated to the proper pressure. The engine oil life system calculates other than after the oil is engine oil life based on vehicle use changed. It cannot be reset The TPMS does not replace normal and displays the CHANGE ENGINE monthly tire maintenance. Maintain accurately until the next oil OIL SOON message when it is time change. the correct tire pressures. to change the engine oil and filter. See Tire Pressure Monitor System The oil life system should be reset The oil life system can also be reset as follows: on page 10‑69. to 100% only following an oil change. 1. Turn the ignition on with the Tire Sealant and Resetting the Oil Life System engine off. Compressor Kit 1. Using the DIC MENU button, 2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times This vehicle may come with a spare display OIL LIFE REMAINING within five seconds. tire and tire changing equipment or on the DIC. See Driver a tire sealant and compressor kit. Information Center (DIC) on If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL The kit can be used to temporarily page 5‑27 and Engine Oil SOON message is not on, the seal small punctures in the tread Messages on page 5‑35. system is reset. area of the tire. See Tire Sealant 2. Press the Set/Reset button and See Engine Oil Life System on and Compressor Kit on page 10‑83. hold for two seconds to clear the page 10‑12. If the vehicle came with a spare tire CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON and tire changing equipment, see If message and reset the oil life a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑81. at 100%. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (24,1)

1-24 In Brief

Driving for Better Fuel . Replace the vehicle's tires with Roadside Service and OnStar the same TPC Spec number (U.S. and Canada) Economy molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. If the vehicle has an active OnStar Driving habits can affect fuel subscription, contact OnStar and the mileage. Here are some driving tips . Follow recommended scheduled vehicle’s current GPS location will to get the best fuel economy maintenance. be sent to an OnStar advisor to possible. assess the situation, contact . Avoid fast starts and accelerate Roadside Service Roadside Service, and relay the smoothly. U.S.: 1-800-224-1400 exact location to send help. . Brake gradually and avoid Canada: 1-800-882-1112 ® abrupt stops. OnStar TTY Users (U.S. Only): If equipped, this vehicle has a . Avoid idling the engine for long 1-888-889-2438 periods of time. comprehensive, in-vehicle system Mexico: 01-800-466-0805 that can connect to a live Advisor . When road and weather for Emergency, Security, Navigation, New vehicles are automatically conditions are appropriate, use Connection, and Diagnostic enrolled in the Roadside Service cruise control. Services. See OnStar Overview on program. . Always follow posted speed page 14‑1. limits or drive more slowly when See Roadside Service (U.S. and conditions require. Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13‑9. . Keep vehicle tires properly inflated. . Combine several trips into a single trip. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1

Doors Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Trunk ...... 2-17 Windows Liftgate ...... 2-18 Keys Vehicle Security Keys and Locks Vehicle Security ...... 2-22 { WARNING Vehicle Alarm System ...... 2-22 Keys ...... 2-1 Immobilizer ...... 2-23 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with Immobilizer Operation (Key an ignition key or Remote System ...... 2-4 Access) ...... 2-24 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is Immobilizer Operation dangerous and children or others System Operation (Key (Keyless Access) ...... 2-25 Access) ...... 2-4 could be seriously injured or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Exterior Mirrors killed. They could operate the System Operation (Keyless Convex Mirrors ...... 2-26 power window or other controls or Access) ...... 2-6 Power Mirrors ...... 2-26 make the vehicle move. The Remote Vehicle Start ...... 2-10 Folding Mirrors ...... 2-27 windows will function with the key Door Locks (Sedan and Heated Mirrors ...... 2-27 in the ignition or with the RKE Wagon) ...... 2-12 transmitter in the vehicle, and Door Locks (Coupe) ...... 2-13 Interior Mirrors children or others could be caught Automatic Dimming Rearview Central Door Unlocking in the path of a closing window. Mirror ...... 2-27 System ...... 2-14 Do not leave children in a vehicle Power Door Locks ...... 2-15 Windows with the ignition key or an RKE Delayed Locking ...... 2-15 Windows ...... 2-27 transmitter. Automatic Door Locks ...... 2-15 Power Windows ...... 2-28 Lockout Protection ...... 2-16 Sun Visors ...... 2-30 Safety Locks (Sedan and Wagon) ...... 2-16 Roof Sunroof ...... 2-30 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

2-2 Keys, Doors, and Windows

One of the following keys comes Key Access Keyless Access with the vehicle. This key is used for the driver door, This key, inside the transmitter, is ignition, and glove box. used for the driver door, glove box, and rear seat pass-through door. See “Rear Seat Pass-Through” under Trunk on page 2‑17 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-3

Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 2‑6 for more information. See Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9‑15 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 9‑17 for information on starting the vehicle. If the vehicle has an ignition and it becomes difficult to turn the key, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick. Keyless Access Key Access See your dealer if a new key is If the vehicle has the Keyless If the vehicle has the Key Access needed. Access System, the transmitter has System, there is no key in the Contact Roadside Service if locked a thin button near the bottom of the transmitter. out of the vehicle. See Roadside transmitter used to remove the key. Notice: If the transmitter does not Service (U.S. and Canada) on Press the button and pull the key have a button near the base, do page 13 7 or Roadside Service out. Do not pull the key out without ‑ not pull on the chrome base of (Mexico) on page 13‑9. pressing the button. the transmitter. Pulling on the With an active OnStar subscription, base of this transmitter could an OnStar Advisor may remotely damage it. unlock the vehicle. See OnStar This vehicle may have the Key Overview on page 14‑1. Access System or a Keyless Access System. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 2‑4 or Remote Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry Q (Lock): Press to lock all of the (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation doors. See Radio Frequency Statement on (Key Access) If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the page 13‑20 for information The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) regarding Part 15 of the Federal parking lamps may flash once to transmitter works up to 20 m indicate locking has occurred. The Communications Commission (FCC) (65 ft) away. rules and Industry Canada horn may chirp when Q is pressed Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. Other conditions can affect the again within five seconds. See performance of the transmitter. See Vehicle Personalization on If there is a decrease in the RKE Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) page 5‑46 for additional information. operating range: System on page 2‑4. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the . Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from driver door. If K is pressed again the vehicle. within five seconds, all remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps . Check the location. Other come on and stay on for 20 seconds vehicles or objects may be or until the ignition is turned on. blocking the signal. If enabled through the DIC, the . Check the transmitter's battery. parking lamps flash twice to indicate See “Battery Replacement” later unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle in this section. Personalization on page 5‑46. . If the transmitter is still not V / 8 (Remote Trunk/Liftgate working correctly, see your Release): Press and hold for about dealer or a qualified technician Sedan and Coupe Shown Wagon one second to unlock the trunk/ for service. Similar liftgate. The automatic transmission Do not pull on the chrome base of the transmitter. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-5

must be in P (Park) or the manual page 3‑7 and Vehicle Notice: When replacing the transmission must be in Neutral with Personalization on page 5‑46 for battery, do not touch any of the the parking brake set. more information. circuitry on the transmitter. Static (Vehicle Locator/Panic from your body could damage the L Programming Transmitters to transmitter. Alarm): Press and release to the Vehicle locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds Only RKE transmitters programmed three times. to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a Press and hold L for more than replacement can be purchased and two seconds to activate the panic programmed through your dealer. alarm. The turn signal lamps flash When the replacement transmitter is and the horn sounds for programmed to the vehicle, all 30 seconds. The alarm turns off remaining transmitters must also be when the ignition is moved to programmed. Any lost or stolen START or L is pressed again. The transmitters no longer work once the ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for new transmitter is programmed. the panic alarm to work. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it. The vehicle comes with two To replace the battery: transmitters. Each transmitter will Battery Replacement 1. Separate the transmitter with a have a number on top of it, Replace the battery if the REPLACE flat, thin object inserted into the “1” or “2.” These numbers BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY notch, above the metal base. correspond to the driver of the message displays in the DIC. See vehicle. For example, the memory 2. Remove the old battery. Do not “Replace Battery In Remote Key” use a metal object. seat position for driver 1 will be under Key and Lock Messages on recalled when using the transmitter 3. Insert the new battery, positive page 5‑36 for additional information. labeled “1,” if enabled through the side facing up. Replace with a DIC. See Memory Seats on CR2032 or equivalent battery. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows

4. Snap the transmitter back To access the rear doors first, pull access transmitter is within range. together. the rear door handle once to unlock See Trunk on page 2‑17 for all doors and a second time to open additional information. Remote Keyless Entry the door. There are other conditions that (RKE) System Operation Entering any door other than the affect the performance of the (Keyless Access) driver door will cause all of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless doors to unlock. This is not Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑4. The Keyless Access System customizable. transmitter will work up to 60 m (195 ft) away. To customize which doors unlock when the driver door is opened, see The Keyless Access System locks “Keyless Unlock” under Vehicle and unlocks the doors and trunk Personalization on page 5‑46. without pressing the buttons on the keyless access transmitter. The Keyless Locking keyless access transmitter must be The doors lock after several within 1 m (3 ft) of the door or trunk seconds if all doors are closed and being opened. at least one keyless access Keyless Unlocking transmitter has been removed from the interior of the vehicle. To With the keyless access transmitter customize if the doors automatically With Remote Start Shown, without within 1 m (3 ft), approach the front lock upon exiting the vehicle, see and Wagon Similar door and pull the handle to unlock “Keyless Locking” under Vehicle and open the door. On some Personalization on page 5‑46. Q (Lock): Press once to lock the models there is a touch sensor on doors. The turn signal indicators Keyless Trunk/Liftgate Opening the door handle. If the transmitter is flash. When Q is pressed twice, the recognized, the door will unlock Press the trunk/liftgate release turn signal indicators flash twice, and open. button above the license plate to and the horn sounds once to open the trunk/liftgate if the keyless confirm locking. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-7

To program the vehicle so the turn recall the memory settings. See The vehicle comes with two signal indicators do not flash and Memory Seats on page 3‑7 for more transmitters. Each transmitter will the horn does not sound when information. have a number on top of it, pressing Q on the keyless access / (Remote Start): Press to “1” or “2.” These numbers transmitter, see “Remote Door Lock operate the remote start feature. correspond to the driver of the Feedback” under Vehicle See Remote Vehicle Start on vehicle. For example, the memory seat position for driver 1 will be Personalization on page 5‑46. page 2‑10 for additional information. K recalled when using the transmitter (Unlock): Press once to unlock V / 8 (Remote Trunk/Liftgate labeled “1,” if enabled through the only the driver door. The turn signal Release): Press and hold for about DIC. See Memory Seats on indicators flash twice. one second to unlock the trunk/ page 3‑7 and Vehicle liftgate. The automatic transmission Press K twice within five seconds Personalization on page 5‑46 for must be in P (Park) or the manual more information. to unlock all the doors. The interior transmission must be in Neutral with lamps may come on. the parking brake set. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle To program the vehicle so the turn L (Vehicle Locator/Panic signal indicators do not flash and Alarm): Press and release to Only keyless access transmitters the fog lamps and back–up lamps locate the vehicle. The horn sounds programmed to the vehicle will work. remain on steady for about three times and the turn signal If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a 20 seconds when the keyless lamps flash three times. replacement can be purchased and access transmitter is used to unlock programmed through your dealer. the vehicle, see “Remote Door Press and hold L for The vehicle can be reprogrammed Unlock Feedback” under Vehicle three seconds to sound the panic so that lost or stolen transmitters no Personalization on page 5‑46. alarm. The horn sounds and the longer work. Each vehicle can have For vehicles with the memory turn signal lamps flash for up to four transmitters matched to it. feature, press K on the keyless 30 seconds. Press and release L access transmitter to program and again to stop the alarm. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Programming with a Recognized 8. Press the ignition control knob to Transmitter exit programming mode. A new transmitter can be 9. Remove the transmitter from the programmed to the vehicle when transmitter pocket and press K there is one recognized transmitter. on the keyless access For vehicles sold in Canada, two transmitter two times. recognized transmitters are required to program a new transmitter. 10. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 6 1. Make sure the vehicle is off. through 9. 2. Place the recognized Programming without a transmitter(s) in the cupholder. Recognized Transmitter Have the new transmitter 6. Place the new transmitter into United States owners are permitted available with you. the transmitter pocket with the to program a new transmitter to their buttons facing the front of the 3. Insert the vehicle key into the vehicle when a recognized vehicle. The transmitter pocket key lock cylinder on the outside transmitter is not available. The is inside the center console of the driver door. Canadian immobilizer standard storage area between the driver 4. Turn the key to the unlock requires that Canadian owners see and front passenger seats. position five times within their dealer for programming new five seconds. 7. A beep sounds once the transmitters when two recognized transmitter is programmed. The 5. The Driver Information Center transmitters are not available. DIC displays READY TO LEARN (DIC) displays READY TO ELECTRONIC KEY #3 or 4, LEARN ELECTRONIC KEY #2, or MAXIMUM # ELECTRONIC 3 or 4. KEYS LEARNED. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (9,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-9

The procedure requires three 4. Turn the key to the unlock 13. A beep sounds once 10-minute cycles to complete the position five times within programming is complete. The matching process. five seconds. DIC displays READY TO 1. Make sure the vehicle is off. 5. The DIC displays PRESS LEARN ELECTRONIC START CONTROL TO KEY # 2. LEARN KEYS. To program additional 6. Press the ignition switch in. transmitters, insert each transmitter in the pocket until a 7. The DIC reads LEARN DELAY beep is heard and the DIC ACTIVE WAIT XX MIN and advances to the next electronic counts down to zero. key number. Up to four 8. The DIC displays PRESS transmitters can be START CONTROL TO LEARN programmed. The DIC displays KEYS again. MAXIMUM # ELECTRONIC KEYS LEARNED and exits the 9. Press the ignition switch in programming mode. again. 14. Press the ignition control knob 10. Repeat Steps 7, 8, and 9. 2. Place the new transmitter into if programming is complete. the transmitter pocket with the 11. The DIC reads LEARN DELAY 15. Press K on each newly buttons facing the front of the ACTIVE WAIT XX MIN and programmed transmitter to vehicle. The transmitter pocket counts down to zero. complete the process. is inside the center console 12. A beep sounds and the DIC storage area between the driver reads READY TO LEARN and front passenger seats. ELECTRONIC KEY # X. All 3. Insert the vehicle key into the previously known transmitter key lock cylinder on the programming has been erased. driver door. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Starting the Vehicle with a Low Battery Replacement 2. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object inserted into the Transmitter Battery Notice: When replacing the slot on the side of the battery, do not touch any of the Replace the battery if the REPLACE transmitter. BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY circuitry on the transmitter. Static message displays in the DIC. See from your body could damage the Do not try to separate the “Replace Battery In Remote Key” transmitter. transmitter by inserting a flat, under Key and Lock Messages on thin object into the key slot. This page 5‑36 for additional information. will permanently damage the transmitter. If the transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may display ELECTRONIC 3. Remove the old battery. Do not KEY NOT DETECTED when you try use a metal object. to start the vehicle. To start the 4. Insert the new battery, positive vehicle, place the transmitter in the side facing down. Replace with a center console storage area CR2032 or equivalent battery. transmitter pocket with the buttons facing to the front of the vehicle. 5. Snap the transmitter back Then, with the vehicle in P (Park) or together. N (Neutral), press the brake pedal 6. Reinstall the key into the and the ignition control knob. See transmitter. Starting the Engine on page 9‑19, 1. Remove the key from the for additional information about the transmitter by pressing the thin Remote Vehicle Start vehicle's electronic keyless ignition. button near the bottom of the Replace the transmitter battery as transmitter and pulling the key This vehicle may have a remote soon as possible. out. Do not pull the key out starting feature that allows you to without pressing the button. start the engine from outside the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (11,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11

/ (Remote Vehicle Start): This If your vehicle is low on fuel, do not 3. After entering the vehicle during button will be on the RKE use the remote start feature. The a remote start, press the brake transmitter if you have remote start. vehicle may run out of fuel. pedal and turn the ignition to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. The automatic climate control will The RKE transmitter range may be begin to heat or cool your vehicle less while the vehicle is running. After a remote start, the engine during remote start depending on Other conditions can affect the will automatically shut off after the temperature inside and outside performance of the transmitter; see 10 minutes unless a time of the vehicle. The windshield Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) extension has been done or the ignition has been turned to defroster and/or rear window System on page 2‑4 for additional defogger turn on if it is cold outside. information. ON/RUN. If the vehicle has heated seats, they Extending Engine Run Time may also be turned on during Starting the Vehicle Using Remote remote start to warm up the seats in Start To extend the engine run time by cold weather. Normal operation of To start the engine using the remote 10 minutes, repeat Steps 1 and 2 the climate control system returns start feature: while the engine is still running. The after the ignition is turned to ON/ engine run time can only be RUN. See Dual Automatic Climate 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle extended if it is the first remote start Control System on page 8‑1. and press and release Q on the since the vehicle has been driven. transmitter. Remote start can be extended Laws in some local communities one time. may restrict the use of remote 2. Press and hold / for at least starters. For example, some laws two seconds or until the If the remote start procedure is used may require a person using remote vehicle's turn signal lamps flash. again before the first 10-minute time start to have the vehicle in view The parking lamps will turn on frame has ended, the first when doing so. Check local and remain on as long as the 10 minutes will immediately expire regulations for any requirements on engine is running. The vehicle's and the second 10-minute time remote starting of vehicles. doors will be locked. frame will start. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (12,1)

2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows

For example, if Q and then / are Conditions in Which Remote Start Door Locks (Sedan and pressed again after the vehicle has Will Not Work Wagon) been running for five minutes, The remote vehicle start feature will 10 minutes are added, allowing the not operate if any of the following { WARNING engine to run for a total of occur: 15 minutes. . The key is in the ignition. Unlocked doors can be A maximum of two remote starts are dangerous. . A keyless access transmitter is allowed between ignition cycles. inside the vehicle. . Passengers, especially After the vehicle's engine has been children, can easily open the . The vehicle's hood is not closed. started two times using the remote doors and fall out of a moving start button, the ignition must be . The hazard warning flashers vehicle. When a door is turned on and then back off before are on. locked, the handle will not the remote start procedure can be . There is an emission control open it. The chance of being used again. system malfunction. thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the Canceling a Remote Start . The engine coolant temperature doors are not locked. So, all To manually shut off the engine after is too high. passengers should wear a remote start, do any of the . The oil pressure is low. safety belts properly and the following: doors should be locked . Two remote vehicle starts have . Aim the RKE transmitter at the whenever the vehicle is already been used. The driven. vehicle and press and hold / maximum number of remote until the parking lamps turn off. starts between ignition cycles . Young children who get into with the key is two. unlocked vehicles may be . Turn on the hazard warning unable to get out. A child can flashers. be overcome by extreme heat . Turn the ignition switch on and (Continued) then off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (13,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13

Sedan and Wagon Model WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING (CONTINUED) From the outside, turn the key and can suffer permanent toward the front or rear of the crash if the doors are not injuries or even death from vehicle, or press Q or K on the locked. So, wear safety belts heat stroke. Always lock the Remote Keyless Entry properly and lock the doors vehicle whenever leaving it. (RKE) transmitter. See Remote whenever you drive. . Outsiders can easily enter Keyless Entry (RKE) System . Young children who get into through an unlocked door Operation (Key Access) on unlocked vehicles may be when you slow down or stop page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry unable to get out. A child can the vehicle. Locking the doors (RKE) System Operation (Keyless be overcome by extreme heat can help prevent this from Access) on page 2‑6. and can suffer permanent happening. injuries or even death from Door Locks (Coupe) heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you Sedan and Wagon Base Model { WARNING leave it. From the inside, use the door lock . Outsiders can easily enter knob on the top of doors. Unlocked doors can be through an unlocked door Sedan and Wagon Uplevel Model dangerous. when you slow down or stop . your vehicle. Locking your From the inside, for a front door pull Passengers — especially doors can help prevent this the door handle. Pulling the door children — can easily open from happening. handle again unlatches the door. the doors and fall out of a For a rear door use the door lock moving vehicle. When a door knob on the top of the door. is locked it will not open. You K increase the chance of being From the outside, press Q or on thrown out of the vehicle in a the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (RKE). (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (14,1)

2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows

From the inside, use the power door lock switch (3). See Power Door Locks on page 2‑15. To open a door from the inside, press the door latch button (2). A tone will sound when the button is pressed. If the vehicle has lost battery power, the driver door can be opened manually.

1. Door Handle Sensor . From outside the vehicle, use 2. Door Latch Button the key to unlock the trunk. Then, pull the door release tab, 3. Power Door Lock Switch under the package shelf at the With the RKE transmitter within top of the trunk, to unlock and range, grip the door handle unlatch the driver door. sensor (1). See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Central Door Unlocking Access) on page 2‑4 or Remote System Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on The vehicle has a central door page 2 6. When the passenger door unlocking feature. When unlocking ‑ . is opened first, the driver door will From inside the vehicle, pull the the driver door, the other doors can also unlock. manual door release handle. be unlocked by holding the key in Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (15,1)

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the turned position for a few Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks seconds or by quickly turning the key twice in the lock cylinder. With this feature, you can delay the For vehicles with an automatic actual locking of the doors. transmission, the doors will lock Power Door Locks When the power door lock switch is automatically when all doors are pressed when the key is not in the closed, the ignition is on, and the ignition and the driver door is shift lever is moved out of P (Park). opened, a chime will sound three The doors will automatically unlock times indicating that delayed locking when the vehicle is stopped and the is active. shift lever is moved into P (Park). When all the doors are closed, the For vehicles with a manual doors will lock automatically after transmission, the doors will lock five seconds. If a door is reopened automatically after the vehicle before five seconds have elapsed, speed reaches 8 km/h (5 mph). The the five second timer will reset itself doors will automatically unlock when once all the doors are closed again. the key is turned off and removed from the ignition. You can press the door lock switch again or the lock button on the RKE Use the manual or power door locks The switches are on the front doors. transmitter to override this feature to unlock the doors if someone K and lock the doors immediately. needs to exit, and to lock the doors (Unlock): Press to unlock the again. doors. The power door locks can be Q (Lock): Remove the key from programmed through the Driver the ignition and press to lock the Information Center (DIC). See doors. Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑46. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (16,1)

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Lockout Protection When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on: If the power door lock switch is pressed when the key is in the 1. Unlock the door using the ignition and a door is open, all the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or doors will lock and only the driver Keyless Access System door will unlock. If the doors are transmitter, if the vehicle has closed, they can be locked by using one, the power door lock switch, the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or the rear door manual lock. transmitter. Be sure to remove the 2. Open the door from the outside. key from the ignition when locking To cancel the rear door the vehicle. security lock: This feature can be overridden by Lock Label shown pressing the lock button on the RKE 1. Unlock the door and open it from the outside. transmitter or by pressing the power The rear door security locks are on lock switch a second time. the inside edge of each rear door. 2. Insert the key into the security The rear doors must be open to lock slot and turn it so the slot is access them. The label showing in the vertical position. Safety Locks (Sedan and lock and unlock positions is near Wagon) the lock. The vehicle has rear door security To set the locks: locks. These prevent passengers 1. Insert the key into the security from opening the rear doors from lock slot and turn it so the slot is the inside. in the horizontal position. 2. Close the door. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (17,1)

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Trunk Lock Release Doors WARNING (CONTINUED) Trunk . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that { WARNING brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See “Climate vehicle if it is driven with the Control Systems” in the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, Index. or with any objects that pass . If the vehicle is equipped with through the seal between the a power liftgate, disable the body and the trunk/hatch or power liftgate function. liftgate. Engine exhaust contains See Engine Exhaust on carbon monoxide (CO) which page 9‑24. The remote trunk release button is cannot be seen or smelled. It can on the driver door, inside the cause unconsciousness and even storage compartment under the death. armrest. If the vehicle must be driven with On vehicles with an automatic the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral). . Close all of the windows. On vehicles with a manual . Fully open the air outlets on transmission, the shift lever must or under the instrument be in Neutral, and the parking panel. brake set. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (18,1)

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The trunk may be opened by To open the door, pull down the rear as it could damage the handle. pressing the remote trunk release seat armrest. Then pull the lever all The emergency trunk release button on the driver door, V on the way down to release the door. handle is only intended to aid a the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) To close the door, push it up and person trapped in a latched trunk, transmitter, or the trunk release back into place. Then try to open enabling them to open the trunk button on the rear of the trunk the door without pulling up on the from the inside. above the license plate. lever to make sure it is locked into There is a glow-in-the-dark On vehicles with the Keyless place. emergency trunk release handle on Access System, if the vehicle is the back wall of the trunk. This Emergency Trunk Release handle will glow following exposure locked, the keyless access Handle transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) to light. Pull the release handle of the trunk for it to be recognized; toward the front of the vehicle to the trunk can then be opened by the open the trunk from the inside. trunk release button above the license plate. Liftgate Use the key in the trunk lock Power Liftgate Operation cylinder. Close the trunk by pulling on the { WARNING handle. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the Rear-Seat Pass Through liftgate or trunk/hatch open, If the vehicle has the rear-seat pass or with any objects that pass through door, this is useful when Notice: Do not use the through the seal between the transporting long items. emergency trunk release handle body and the trunk/hatch or as a tie-down or anchor point (Continued) when securing items in the trunk Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (19,1)

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WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING (CONTINUED)

liftgate. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which . If the vehicle is equipped with cannot be seen or smelled. It can a power liftgate, disable the cause unconsciousness and even power liftgate function. death. See Engine Exhaust on If the vehicle must be driven with page 9‑24. the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: . Close all of the windows.

. { WARNING Fully open the air outlets on Vehicles with an automatic or under the instrument You or others could be injured if transmission must be in P (Park) panel. caught in the path of the power and a manual transmission must be . Adjust the climate control liftgate. Make sure there is no one in Neutral to operate the power system to a setting that in the way of the liftgate as it is liftgate. The taillamps flash when brings in only outside air and opening and closing. the power liftgate moves. set the fan speed to the Turn the selector switch to choose highest setting. See “Climate Notice: To avoid damage to the one of three modes: Control Systems” in the Index. liftgate or liftgate glass, make MAX: The liftgate power opens to sure the area above and behind the full open height. (Continued) the liftgate is clear before opening it. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (20,1)

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3/4: The liftgate power opens to a See Remote Keyless Entry reduced open height that can be set (RKE) System Operation (Key in a range of approximately ¾ open Access) on page 2‑4 or Remote to full open. Use this setting to Keyless Entry (RKE) System prevent the liftgate from opening Operation (Keyless Access) on into overhead obstructions such as page 2‑6. a garage door or roof mounted . Pressing the power liftgate cargo during power operation. The button in the center of the mode liftgate can still be opened fully selector switch on the driver manually. door, with the driver door OFF: The liftgate only operates unlocked. manually in this position. . Pressing the touch pad on the Manual operation of a liftgate that liftgate outside handle, with all . Pressing and releasing the also has power operation requires doors unlocked, to open the power liftgate button on the more effort than a standard manual liftgate. liftgate adjacent to the latch to liftgate. close the liftgate. In either the MAX or the ¾ mode, Pressing any button that operates the liftgate can be power opened the power liftgate, or the touch pad and closed by: while the liftgate is moving, stops it. Pressing the button or RKE again . Pressing and holding the power reverses the direction. There is a 8 liftgate button on the Remote minimum that the power liftgate Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter must already be open for the until the liftgate starts moving. system to hold it open. If movement is stopped below that minimum, the liftgate closes. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (21,1)

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Do not force the liftgate open or Obstacle Detection Features Setting the Power Liftgate closed during a power cycle. If the liftgate encounters an obstacle Intermediate Mode The power liftgate may be during a power open or close cycle, To change the liftgate stop position: temporarily disabled under extreme a warning chime will sound and the 1. Turn the liftgate switch to either temperatures or low battery liftgate will automatically reverse the MAX, or the ¾ mode position conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate direction to the full closed or open and power open the liftgate. can still be operated manually. position. After removing the If the transmission is shifted out of obstacle, the power liftgate 2. Stop the liftgate movement at P (Park) while the power function is operation can be used again. If the the desired height by pressing in progress, the liftgate power liftgate encounters multiple any button that operates the function will continue to completion. obstacles on the same power cycle, power liftgate, or the touch pad. If the transmission is shifted out of the power function will deactivate. Manually adjust the liftgate P (Park) and the vehicle accelerates After removing the obstacles, the position if required. before the power liftgate latch is liftgate will resume normal power 3. Press and hold the button on the closed, the liftgate may reverse to operation. liftgate adjacent to the latch until the open position. Cargo could fall The vehicle has pinch sensors on the turn signals flash and a beep out of the vehicle. Close and latch the side edges of the liftgate. If an sounds to indicate that the new the power liftgate before driving. object is caught between the liftgate setting is recorded. If the liftgate is powered open and and the body and presses against When power opened with the the liftgate support struts have lost this sensor, the liftgate will reverse ¾ mode selected, the liftgate stops pressure, the turn signals will flash direction and open fully. The liftgate at the new set position. and a chime will sound. The liftgate will remain open until it is activated will stay open, and then slowly again or closed manually. close. See your dealer for service before using the liftgate. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (22,1)

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If an audible and visual response is To open the liftgate, press the touch Vehicle Security not received when setting the pad under the liftgate handle and intermediate stop position, the lift. To close the liftgate, use the pull This vehicle has theft-deterrent liftgate height is below the ¾ open cup. With the power liftgate features; however, they do not make height minimum, approximately disabled, the liftgate electric latch the vehicle impossible to steal. 1.52 m (5 ft) at the edge of the will still power latch once contact is liftgate. made with the striker. Always close Vehicle Alarm System the liftgate before driving. Manual Operation of Power This vehicle may have an anti-theft Liftgate If the RKE button is pressed while alarm system. power operation is disabled, the turn To change the liftgate to manual signals will flash and the liftgate will operation, with the vehicle in not move. P (Park), turn the mode selector switch to OFF. The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery is disconnected or has With the power liftgate disabled and low voltage, the liftgate will not all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate open. The liftgate will resume can be manually opened and operation when the battery is The security light, located in the closed. Manual operation of a reconnected and charged. instrument panel cluster, comes on vehicle with a power liftgate requires when the system is arming. more effort than a standard non-power liftgate. Arming the System To arm the system, do one of the following: 1. Close all of the windows and doors, then lock the doors with the RKE transmitter. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (23,1)

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2. Lock the vehicle using the front It activates only if the power door driver door cylinder. Unlocking a power door lock switches on the lock switch is used while the door is door any other way will set off the doors when the door is open. open, or with the RKE transmitter. alarm. The alarm will arm after To avoid setting off the alarm by If you set off the alarm by accident, 30 seconds. Pressing Q on the accident: turn off the alarm by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter. RKE transmitter a second time . Lock the vehicle with the door will bypass the 30-second delay key after the doors are closed. How to Detect a Tamper and immediately arm the . Condition system. Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter or by using the K If a locked door or trunk is opened key in the driver door cylinder. If is pressed and the horn without using the key in the driver Unlocking a door any other way sounds, an attempted break-in door key cylinder or the RKE will set off the alarm. occurred while the system was armed. transmitter, a 10-second pre-alarm K will occur. The horn will chirp and Turn off the alarm by pressing on If the alarm has been activated, the the lights will flash. If the key is not the RKE transmitter. THEFT ATTEMPTED message will placed in the ignition and turned to Disarming the System appear on the DIC. See Security START or the door is not unlocked Messages on page 5‑43. by pressing K on the RKE To disarm the system, either unlock transmitter during the 10-second the doors using the transmitter, Immobilizer pre-alarm, the alarm will go off. The or start the vehicle with a See Radio Frequency Statement on headlamps will flash and the horn recognized transmitter in the page 13 20 for information will sound for about 30 seconds, vehicle. ‑ regarding Part 15 of the Federal then will turn off to save the battery To avoid setting off the alarm by Communications Commission (FCC) power. accident, lock the vehicle with the rules and Industry Canada door key after the doors are closed, The theft-deterrent system will not Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. activate if the doors are locked with and always unlock a door with the the key or the manual door lock. transmitter or by using the key in the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (24,1)

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Immobilizer Operation dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a (Key Access) new key made. This vehicle has a passive It is possible for the theft-deterrent theft-deterrent system. system decoder to learn the The system does not have to be transponder value of a new or manually armed or disarmed. The security light in the instrument replacement key. Up to 10 keys can cluster, comes on if there is a be programmed for the vehicle. The The vehicle is automatically problem with arming or disarming following procedure is for immobilized when the key is the theft-deterrent system. programming additional keys only. removed from the ignition. When trying to start the vehicle, the To program a new key: The system is automatically security light comes on briefly when 1. Verify that the new key disarmed when the vehicle is the ignition is turned on. started with the correct key. The key has 1 stamped on it. uses a transponder that matches an If the engine does not start and the immobilizer control unit in the security light stays on, there is a 2. Insert the current key in the vehicle and automatically disarms problem with the system. Turn the ignition and start the engine. the system. The vehicle may not ignition off and try again. If the engine will not start, see your dealer for service. start if the key is damaged. If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged 3. After the engine has started, turn or the light continues to stay on, try the key to LOCK/OFF, and another key. remove the key. If the engine still does not start with 4. Insert the key to be programmed the other key, the vehicle needs and turn it to ON/RUN within service. If the vehicle does start, the five seconds of the ignition being first key may be damaged. See your turned to LOCK/OFF in Step 3. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (25,1)

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5. The security light will turn off The immobilization system is If the engine does not start and the once the key has been disarmed when the ignition control security light stays on, there is a programmed. It may not be knob is pushed in and a valid problem with the system. Turn the apparent that the security light transmitter is found in the vehicle. ignition control knob off and try went on due to how quickly the again. key is programmed. If the ignition control knob does not 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if rotate, and the keyless access additional keys are to be transmitter appears to be programmed. undamaged, try another keyless Do not leave the key or device that access transmitter. Or, you may try disarms or deactivates the theft placing the transmitter in the The security light in the instrument deterrent system in the vehicle. transmitter pocket located in the cluster, comes on if there is a center console. See “Electronic Key Immobilizer Operation problem with arming or disarming Not Detected” under Key and Lock the theft-deterrent system. Messages on page 5‑36. (Keyless Access) One or more keyless access If the ignition control knob still does This vehicle has a passive transmitters can be matched to the not rotate with the other transmitter, theft-deterrent system. vehicle's immobilizer control unit. the vehicle needs service. If the Only a correctly matched keyless The system does not have to be ignition control knob does rotate, the access transmitter will start the manually armed or disarmed. first transmitter may be faulty. See vehicle. If the keyless access your dealer who can service the The vehicle is automatically transmitter is ever damaged, you theft-deterrent system and have a immobilized when the ignition may not be able to start your new keyless access transmitter control knob is turned to LOCK/OFF. vehicle. programmed to the vehicle. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (26,1)

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It is possible for the immobilizer Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors system to learn new or replacement keyless access transmitters. Up to four keyless access transmitters can Convex Mirrors be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional transmitters, see { CAUTION “Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle” for keyless access under A convex mirror can make things, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) like other vehicles, look farther System Operation (Key Access) on away than they really are. If you page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry cut too sharply into the right lane, (RKE) System Operation (Keyless you could hit a vehicle on the Access) on page 2‑6. right. Check the inside mirror or Do not leave the key or device that glance over your shoulder before disarms or deactivates the theft changing lanes. Controls for the outside power deterrent system in the vehicle. mirrors are on the driver door. The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is To adjust each mirror: curved so more can be seen from 1. Press (1) or (2) to select the the driver seat. driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move the mirror up, down, right, or left. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (27,1)

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3. Adjust each mirror so that a little Interior Mirrors Windows of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. Automatic Dimming { WARNING 4. Press (1) or (2) again to deselect Rearview Mirror the mirror. Never leave a child, a helpless The vehicle has an automatic adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, Folding Mirrors dimming inside rearview mirror. especially with the windows Automatic dimming reduces the Manual closed in warm or hot weather. glare of headlamps from They can be overcome by the Vehicles with manual fold mirrors behind you. extreme heat and suffer are folded inward toward the vehicle If the vehicle has a rear vision permanent injuries or even death to prevent damage when going camera (RVC), see Rear Vision from heat stroke. through an automatic car wash. Camera (RVC) on page 9‑45. Push the mirror outward, to return it to the original position. Vehicles with OnStar have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer about Heated Mirrors OnStar and how to subscribe to it. = (Rear Window Defogger): See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1. Press to heat the mirrors. Cleaning the Mirror See Dual Automatic Climate Control Do not spray glass cleaner directly System on page 8‑1. on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (28,1)

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The vehicle aerodynamics are Express-Down/Up Windows designed to improve fuel economy Windows with the express feature performance. This may result in a allow the windows to be raised and pulsing sound when either rear lowered all the way without holding window is down and the front the switch. windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window Press or pull the switch fully and or the sunroof (if equipped). release it to activate the express feature. Power Windows The express mode can be canceled by briefly pressing or pulling the { WARNING switch. Sedan Driver Side Shown, Wagon Children could be seriously and Coupe Similar Express Window Anti-Pinch injured or killed if caught in the Feature The driver power window switches path of a closing window. Never control all the windows. The If any object is in the path of the leave keys in a vehicle with passenger switch only controls that window when the express-up is children. When there are children window. active, the window will stop at the in the rear seat, use the window obstruction and auto-reverse to a lockout button to prevent Press the switch down to lower the preset factory position. Weather operation of the windows. See window. Pull the switch up to conditions such as severe icing may raise it. Keys on page 2‑1. also cause the window to Retained Accessory Power (RAP) auto-reverse. The window will return allows the use of the power to normal operation after the windows after the ignition has been obstruction or condition is removed. turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑21. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (29,1)

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Express Window Anti-Pinch Programming the Power The window is now reprogrammed. Override Windows Repeat the process for the other windows. If the vehicle battery has been { WARNING recharged, disconnected or not Window Lockout working, the front power windows If express override is activated, will need to be reprogrammed for the window will not reverse the express-up feature to work. automatically. You or others could Before reprogramming, replace or be injured and the window could recharge the vehicle's battery. be damaged. Before you use To program: express override, make sure that all people and obstructions are 1. With the ignition in ON/RUN or clear of the window path. ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active, close all doors. The anti-pinch feature can be overridden. Hold the window switch 2. Press and hold the power all the way up to the second window switch until the window position. The window will rise for as is fully open. v long as the switch is held. Once the 3. Pull the power window switch up (Window Lockout): This feature switch is released, the express until the window is fully closed. prevents the rear passenger mode is re-activated. windows from operating, except 4. Continue holding the switch up from the driver position. In this mode, the window can close for approximately two seconds on an object in its path. Use care after the window is completely Press v to activate the rear when using the override mode. closed. window lockout switch. The indicator light comes on when activated. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (30,1)

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Press v again to deactivate the Roof Open/Close: Press and hold the lockout switch. front or rear of the switch (1) to Sunroof open or close the sunshade. Sun Visors Express Open/Express Close: If the vehicle has a power sunroof it Press and release the rear or front will only operate when the ignition is of the switch (1) to express open or in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, express close the sunshade. To or when Retained Accessory stop the sunshade partway, press Power (RAP) is active. See the switch (1) a second time. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑21. The sunshade will open automatically with the sunroof, but can also be opened manually. The passenger side switch (2) Pull the sun visor down to block operates the sunroof. glare. Detach the sun visor from the Vent: Coupe only, press and hold center mount to pivot to the side the front of the switch (2) to vent the window, or to extend along the rod, sunroof. The sunshade will if available. automatically open approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press and hold the rear of the switch (2) to close the sunroof vent.

The driver side switch (1) operates the sunshade. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (31,1)

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Express Open/Express Close: Anti-Pinch Feature Press and release the rear or front If an object is in the path of the of the switch (2) to express open or sunroof/sunshade when it is closing, express close the sunroof. To stop the anti-pinch feature will detect the the sunroof partway, press the object and stop the sunroof/ switch (2) a second time. sunshade from closing at the point Comfort Stop: The sunroof has a of the obstruction. The sunroof/ comfort stop feature that stops the sunshade will then return to the sunroof from opening to the full-open position. To close the Dirt and debris may collect on the full-open position. Press the rear of sunroof/sunshade, see sunroof seal or in the track. This the sunroof switch (2) to the first “Express-Close” earlier in this could cause an issue with sunroof detent to open the sunroof to the section. operation or noise. It could also plug comfort open position. Press the the water drainage system. rear of the switch (2) again to fully Periodically open the sunroof and open the sunroof. remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (32,1)

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2 NOTES Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

Seats and Restraints 3-1

Seats and Safety Belts Passenger Sensing Safety Belts ...... 3-12 System ...... 3-27 Restraints How to Wear Safety Belts Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Properly ...... 3-13 Vehicle ...... 3-31 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-14 Adding Equipment to the Head Restraints Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-32 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Pregnancy ...... 3-18 Airbag System Check ...... 3-33 Active Head Restraints ...... 3-3 Safety Belt Extender ...... 3-18 Replacing Airbag System Front Seats Safety System Check ...... 3-18 Parts after a Crash ...... 3-33 Safety Belt Care ...... 3-19 Seat Adjustment ...... 3-3 Child Restraints Easy Entry Seat (Coupe Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash ...... 3-19 Older Children ...... 3-34 Models Only) ...... 3-3 Infants and Young Power Seat Adjustment ...... 3-4 Airbag System Children ...... 3-36 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 3-5 Airbag System ...... 3-20 Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 3-38 Thigh Support Adjustment . . . . 3-6 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 3-22 Where to Put the Restraint . . . 3-40 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-6 When Should an Airbag Lower Anchors and Tethers Memory Seats ...... 3-7 Inflate? ...... 3-23 for Children (LATCH Heated and Ventilated Front What Makes an Airbag System) ...... 3-41 Seats ...... 3-9 Inflate? ...... 3-24 Replacing LATCH System Rear Seats How Does an Airbag Parts After a Crash ...... 3-47 Securing Child Restraints Rear Seats ...... 3-10 Restrain? ...... 3-25 What Will You See after an (Rear Seat) ...... 3-47 Airbag Inflates? ...... 3-25 Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat) . . . . 3-50 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

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Head Restraints Front Seats 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 is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can spinal injury in a crash. Do not top of the restraint is at the same be adjusted. Pull the head restraint drive until the head restraints for height as the top of the occupant's up to raise it. Try to move the head all occupants are installed and head. This position reduces the restraint to make sure that it is chance of a neck injury in a crash. locked in place. adjusted properly. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

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Rear Seats Front Seats 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. The vehicle's rear seats have head restraints in the outboard seating Seat Adjustment 3. Try to move the seat back and positions, but they are not forth to be sure the seat is locked in place. adjustable. { WARNING Rear outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed. You can lose control of the Easy Entry Seat (Coupe vehicle if you try to adjust a driver Models Only) Active Head Restraints seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when The vehicle has an active head the vehicle is not moving. restraint system in the front seating positions. These automatically tilt forward to reduce the risk of neck To adjust a manual seat: injury if the vehicle is hit from behind.

1. Folding Seatback Handle 2. Seat Adjustment Switch

1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

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On coupe models, the front seats Power Seat Adjustment can be moved out of the way to WARNING (CONTINUED) make it easier to get in and out of the rear seat. injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the To fold the seatback, pull the seatbacks to be sure they are handle (1) on the upper seatback. locked. The seatback will fold forward.

To move the seat forward, press A driver seat entry/exit position can and hold the top of the switch (2) on be recalled automatically using the the upper seatback. To move the vehicle personalization menu. See seat rearward, press and hold the Memory Seats on page 3‑7 and bottom of the switch (2). Release Vehicle Personalization on the switch (2) when the seat page 5‑46. reaches the desired position. After entering or exiting the rear To adjust a power seat, if equipped: seat, return the seatback to the . Move the seat forward or upright position. Push and pull on rearward by sliding the the seatback to make sure it is horizontal control forward or locked. rearward. . Raise or lower the front or rear { WARNING part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the If either seatback is not locked, it horizontal control up or down. could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal (Continued) control up or down. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

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To adjust the seatback, see “Power . Press and hold the bottom of the Reclining Seatbacks” under control (2) to decrease support Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6. to the top of the seatback and increase support to the bottom Lumbar Adjustment of the seatback. . Press and hold the front or rear of the control (2) to increase or decrease support to the entire seatback. Seat Cushion and Seatback Bolsters 1. Seat Cushion Bolster To adjust the seat cushion and Adjustment seatback bolster support, 2. Lumbar Support Control if equipped: 3. Seatback Bolster Control . Press the top or bottom of the control (1) to increase or Power Lumbar decrease support in the seat If available, hold the control on the To adjust the lumbar support, cushion bolsters. outboard side of the seat forward or if equipped: . Press the top or bottom of the rearward to increase or decrease control (3) to increase or . Press and hold the top of the the lumbar support on the driver or decrease support in the front passenger seat. control (2) to increase support to the top of the seatback and seatback bolsters. decrease support to the bottom of the seatback. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

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Thigh Support Reclining Seatbacks Adjustment { WARNING

Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you Do not have a seatback reclined if could go into it, receiving neck or the vehicle is moving. other injuries. Manual Reclining Seatbacks The lap belt could go up over If available, adjust the manual leg your abdomen. The belt forces extension by reaching under it, in { WARNING the pocketed area. Press the button would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious and pull or push to lengthen or If either seatback is not locked, it internal injuries. shorten it. Release the button to could move forward in a sudden lock it in place. For proper protection when the stop or crash. That could cause vehicle is in motion, have the injury to the person sitting there. seatback upright. Then sit well Always push and pull on the back in the seat and wear the seatbacks to be sure they are safety belt properly. locked. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

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To recline a manual seatback: 2. Push and pull on the seatback to Memory Seats make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seatbacks

1. Lift the lever. On vehicles with the memory 2. Move the seatback to the feature, memory buttons 1 and 2 on desired position, and then To adjust a power seatback, the driver door are used to save and release the lever to lock the if equipped: recall memory settings for the driver seatback in place. seat cushion and seatback, outside . Tilt the top of the vertical control 3. Push and pull on the seatback to mirrors, and the steering column rearward to recline. make sure it is locked. position, if the vehicle is equipped . Tilt the top of the vertical control with the power tilt and telescopic To return the seatback to the upright forward to raise. steering column. position: 1: Saves and recalls for driver 1. 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the 2: Saves and recalls for driver 2. seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

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B (Exit Button): Moves the driver To recall memory positions, press If something has blocked the driver seat and/or power steering column and release “1” or “2.” The vehicle seat or the steering column while to the exit position. See “Exit Recall” must be in P (Park) for an automatic recalling a memory position, the later in this section. transmission, or the parking brake recall may stop. Remove the must be applied for a manual obstruction; then press the Storing Memory Positions transmission. A single beep will appropriate control for the area that To save into memory: sound when the button is pressed. is not recalling for two seconds. Try The seat, outside mirrors, and/or recalling the memory position again 1. Adjust the driver seat, outside power steering column will move to by pressing the appropriate memory mirrors, and the power steering the position previously stored for the button. If the memory position is still column, if equipped, to the identified driver. not recalling, see your dealer for desired driving positions. service. Automatic Entry Recall 2. Press and hold 1 until two “ ” Exit Recall beeps sound. If entry/exit recall is programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, B (Exit Button): Press to move 3. Repeat for a second driver automatic entry recall occurs when the driver seat back a preset using 2. “ ” the ignition is turned on. See distance and/or the power steering The vehicle comes with two Remote Vehicle Personalization on column, if equipped, up and forward. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters. page 5‑46. A single beep sounds when the exit Each transmitter has a number To stop recall movement, press one feature activates. The vehicle must 1 or 2 on it. These numbers “ ” “ ” of the power seat, memory, be in P (Park) for an automatic correspond to 1 and 2 on the “ ” “ ” or outside mirror buttons, or the transmission, or the parking brake driver door. The current driver is power steering column switch, must be applied for a manual identified when K on the RKE if equipped. transmission. transmitter is pressed, or when “1” or “2” on the driver door is pressed. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (9,1)

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If entry/exit recall is programmed on 2.3. The automatic transmission Heated and Ventilated in the vehicle personalization menu, is shifted back into P (Park), automatic seat and/or steering or the parking brake is Front Seats column movement occurs upon re-engaged on vehicles leaving the vehicle, if the following with a manual transmission. { WARNING conditions are met. See Vehicle 2.4. The ignition is turned off. Personalization on page 5‑46. If you cannot feel temperature 2.5. The driver door is opened. change or pain to the skin, the . For vehicles with Remote seat heater may cause burns. To Keyless Entry (RKE), automatic Steps 2 and 3 are intended to reflect reduce the risk of burns, people exit recall movements occur that the vehicle has been moved. with such a condition should use when the ignition key is If the vehicle is not moved or the care when using the seat heater, removed. steps above are not performed, automatic exit recall movement will especially for long periods of . For vehicles with Remote not occur. In this case, press B to time. Do not place anything on Keyless Access, automatic exit the seat that insulates against activate exit recall movements. recall movements occur when heat, such as a blanket, cushion, the following steps are If something has blocked the driver cover, or similar item. This may completed: seat while recalling the exit position, cause the seat heater to 2.1. The ignition is turned on for the recall may stop. Remove the overheat. An overheated seat vehicles with an automatic obstruction; then press and hold the heater may cause a burn or may transmission, or the engine power seat control rearward for damage the seat. is started on vehicles with a two seconds. Try recalling the exit manual transmission. position again. If the exit position is still not recalling, see your dealer for 2.2. The automatic transmission service. is shifted out of P (Park), or the parking brake is released on vehicles with a manual transmission. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

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the off setting. The lights on the Rear Seats climate control display indicate three for the highest setting and one for Notice: Folding a rear seat with the lowest. the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the The passenger seat may take safety belts. Always unbuckle the longer to heat up. safety belts and return them to The heated and/or ventilated seats their normal stowed position are canceled after the ignition is before folding a rear seat. turned off. The vehicle may have a split folding Remote Start Heated Seats rear seat. During a remote start, the heated Heated and Ventilated Seat seats may turn on, depending upon Buttons Shown, Heated Seat the outside temperature. They are Buttons Similar canceled when the ignition is turned If available, the buttons are on the on. Press the button to use the climate control panel. To operate, heated seats after the vehicle is the ignition must be on. started. M (Heated Seat): Press to heat The indicator lights on the climate the seat. control display do not turn on during a remote start. { (Ventilated Seat): If available, press to ventilate the seat. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of See Remote Vehicle Start on the button, the seat will change to page 2‑10. the next lower setting, and then to Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (11,1)

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Sedan or Coupe Wagon To return a seatback to the upright To lower one or both of the rear To lower one or both of the rear position: seatbacks: seatbacks: { WARNING

If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

1. Lift the seatback up and push it back into place.

1. Pull forward on the tab, on the 1. Pull on the lever, on the top 2. Make sure the seatback is outboard side of the seatback, to outboard side of the seatback, to locked into place by pushing and unlock the seatback. unlock the seatback. pulling on it. 2. Fold the seatback down. This 2. Fold the seatback down. 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the allows access to the trunk. other seatback. When the seatback is not in use, it See Trunk on page 2‑17. should be kept in the upright, locked position. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (12,1)

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Why Safety Belts Work Safety Belts WARNING (CONTINUED) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts are more likely to be seriously properly. It also describes some injured or killed. Do not allow things not to do with safety belts. passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped { WARNING with seats and safety belts. Always wear a safety belt, and Do not let anyone ride where a check that all passenger(s) are safety belt cannot be worn restrained properly too. properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, injuries can be much This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. worse than if you are wearing When riding in a vehicle, you travel safety belts. You can be seriously See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5‑16. as fast as the vehicle does. If the injured or killed by hitting things vehicle stops suddenly, you keep inside the vehicle harder or by going until something stops you. being ejected from the vehicle. In It could be the windshield, the addition, anyone who is not instrument panel, or the safety belts! buckled up can strike other When you wear a safety belt, you passengers in the vehicle. and the vehicle slow down together. It is extremely dangerous to ride There is more time to stop because in a cargo area, inside or outside you stop over a longer distance and, of a vehicle. In a collision, when worn properly, your strongest passengers riding in these areas bones take the forces from the (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (13,1)

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safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a This section is only for people of safety belt? adult size. A: You could be — whether you are There are special things to know wearing a safety belt or not. about safety belts and children. And Your chance of being conscious there are different rules for smaller during and after a crash, so you children and infants. If a child will be . Sit up straight and always keep can unbuckle and get out, is riding in the vehicle, see Older your feet on the floor in front much greater if you are belted. Children on page 3‑34 or Infants of you. and Young Children on page 3‑36. Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why . Always use the correct buckle Follow those rules for everyone's for your seating position. should I have to wear safety protection. belts? . Wear the lap part of the belt low It is very important for all occupants A: Airbags are supplemental and snug on the hips, just to buckle up. Statistics show that touching the thighs. In a crash, systems only; so they work with unbelted people are hurt more often safety belts — not instead of this applies force to the strong in crashes than those who are pelvic bones and you would be them. Whether or not an airbag wearing safety belts. is provided, all occupants still less likely to slide under the lap have to buckle up to get the There are important things to know belt. If you slid under it, the belt most protection. about wearing a safety belt properly. would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (14,1)

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. Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best All seating positions in the vehicle able to take belt restraining have a lap-shoulder belt. forces. The shoulder belt locks if The following instructions explain there is a sudden stop or crash. how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. { WARNING 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is You can be seriously injured, adjustable, so you can sit up or even killed, by not wearing straight. To see how, see “Seats” your safety belt properly. in the Index. . Never allow the lap or 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it 3. Push the latch plate into the shoulder belt to become buckle until it clicks. loose or twisted. get twisted. Pull up on the latch plate to . Never wear the shoulder belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very make sure it is secure. If the belt under both arms or behind is not long enough, see Safety your back. quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Belt Extender on page 3‑18. . Never route the lap or Then pull the belt across you Position the release button on shoulder belt over an more slowly. the buckle so that the safety belt armrest. If the shoulder portion of a could be quickly unbuckled if passenger belt is pulled out all necessary. the way, the child restraint 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt locking feature may be engaged. height adjuster, move it to the If this happens, let the belt go height that is right for you. See back all the way and start again. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (15,1)

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“Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” Adjust the guide so the shoulder later in this section for use and portion of the belt is on the shoulder important safety information. and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. See How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3‑13.

To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Before a door is closed, be sure the 5. To make the lap part tight, pull safety belt is out of the way. If a up on the shoulder belt. door is slammed against a safety It may be necessary to pull belt, damage can occur to both the stitching on the safety belt safety belt and the vehicle. through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster occupants. (Sedan and Wagon) Push down on the release button The vehicle has a shoulder belt and move the height adjuster to the height adjuster for the driver and desired position. The adjuster can right front passenger seating be moved up by pushing up on the positions. shoulder belt guide. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (16,1)

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After the height adjuster is set to the need to be replaced. See Replacing Here is how to install a comfort desired position, try to move it down Safety Belt System Parts after a guide to the safety belt: without pressing the release button Crash on page 3‑19. to make sure it has locked into position. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle may have rear shoulder This vehicle has safety belt belt comfort guides. If not, they are pretensioners for front outboard available through your dealer. The occupants. Although the safety belt guides may provide added safety pretensioners cannot be seen, they belt comfort for older children who are part of the safety belt assembly. have outgrown booster seats and They can help tighten the safety for some adults. When installed and belts during the early stages of a properly adjusted, the comfort guide moderate to severe frontal or near positions the shoulder belt away frontal crash if the threshold from the neck and head. 1. Pull the elastic cord out from conditions for pretensioner between the edge of the activation are met. And, if the seatback and the interior body to vehicle has side impact airbags, remove the guide from its safety belt pretensioners can help storage clip. tighten the safety belts in a side or rear crash. Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, the pretensioners and possibly other parts of the safety belt system will Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (17,1)

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WARNING (CONTINUED)

and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.

2. Place the guide over the belt 3. Be sure that the belt is not and insert the two edges of the twisted and it lies flat. The belt into the slots of the guide. elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.

{ WARNING

A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the 4. Buckle, position, and release the protection needed in a crash. The safety belt as described person wearing the belt could be previously in this section. Make sure the shoulder portion of the seriously injured. The shoulder belt is on the shoulder and not belt should go over the shoulder falling off of it. The belt should (Continued) be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (18,1)

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To remove and store the comfort Safety Belt Extender guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten be removed from the guide. Pull the around you, you should use it. guide upward to expose its storage But if a safety belt is not long clip, and then slide the guide onto enough, your dealer will order you the clip. Turn the guide and clip an extender. When you go in to inward and slide them in between order it, take the heaviest coat you the seatback and the interior body, will wear, so the extender will be leaving only the loop of the elastic long enough for you. To help avoid cord exposed. personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the Safety Belt Use During A pregnant woman should wear a seat it is made to fit. The extender Pregnancy lap-shoulder belt, and the lap has been designed for adults. Never portion should be worn as low as use it for securing child seats. To Safety belts work for everyone, wear it, attach it to the regular safety including pregnant women. Like all possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. belt. See the instruction sheet that occupants, they are more likely to comes with the extender. be seriously injured if they do not The best way to protect the fetus is wear safety belts. to protect the mother. When a safety Safety System Check belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a Now and then, check that the safety crash. For pregnant women, as for belt reminder light, safety belts, anyone, the key to making safety buckles, latch plates, retractors, and belts effective is wearing them anchorages are all working properly. properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (19,1)

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to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt See your dealer to have the safety safety belts may not protect you in a belt assemblies inspected or crash. They can rip apart under System Parts after a replaced. Crash impact forces. If a belt is torn or New parts and repairs may be frayed, get a new one right away. necessary even if the safety belt Make sure the safety belt reminder { WARNING system was not being used at the light is working. See Safety Belt time of the crash. A crash can damage the safety Reminders on page 5‑16. belt system in the vehicle. Have the safety belt pretensioners Keep safety belts clean and dry. A damaged safety belt system checked if the vehicle has been in a See Safety Belt Care on page 3‑19. may not properly protect the crash, or if the airbag readiness light person using it, resulting in stays on after you start the vehicle Safety Belt Care serious injury or even death in a or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑17. Keep belts clean and dry. crash. To help make sure the safety belt systems are working { WARNING properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary Do not bleach or dye safety belts. replacements made as soon as It may severely weaken them. In possible. a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. After a minor crash, replacement of Clean safety belts only with mild safety belts may not be necessary. soap and lukewarm water. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (20,1)

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Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG will appear on the middle to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following part of the steering wheel for the airbags: driver and on the instrument panel { WARNING . A frontal airbag for the driver. for the outboard front passenger. With seat-mounted side impact You can be severely injured or . A frontal airbag for the outboard killed in a crash if you are not front passenger. airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the side of the seatback wearing your safety belt, even . A seat-mounted side impact closest to the door. with airbags. Airbags are airbag for the driver. designed to work with safety With roof-rail airbags, the word belts, not replace them. Also, . A seat-mounted side impact AIRBAG will appear along the airbags are not designed to inflate airbag for the outboard front headliner or trim. passenger. in every crash. In some crashes Airbags are designed to supplement safety belts are the only restraint. . A roof-rail airbag for the driver the protection provided by safety See When Should an Airbag and the passenger seated belts. Even though today's airbags Inflate? on page 3‑23. directly behind the driver. are also designed to help reduce Wearing your safety belt during a . A roof-rail airbag for the the risk of injury from the force of an outboard front passenger and inflating bag, all airbags must inflate crash helps reduce the chance of the passenger seated directly very quickly to do their job. hitting things inside the vehicle or behind the outboard front being ejected from it. Airbags are passenger. “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts. Everyone in the All of the airbags in the vehicle will vehicle should wear a safety belt have the word AIRBAG embossed properly, whether or not there is in the trim or on an attached label an airbag for that person. near the deployment opening. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (21,1)

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{ WARNING { WARNING

Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured against, or very close to any or killed. Airbags plus There is an airbag readiness light airbag when it inflates can be lap-shoulder belts offer protection on the instrument cluster, which seriously injured or killed. Do not for adults and older children, but shows the airbag symbol. The sit unnecessarily close to any not for young children and infants. system checks the airbag electrical airbag, as you would be if sitting Neither the vehicle's safety belt system for malfunctions. The light on the edge of the seat or leaning system nor its airbag system is tells you if there is an electrical forward. Safety belts help keep designed for them. Young problem. See Airbag Readiness you in position before and during children and infants need the Light on page 5‑17 for more a crash. Always wear a safety protection that a child restraint information. belt, even with airbags. The driver system can provide. Always should sit as far back as possible secure children properly in the while still maintaining control of vehicle. To read how, see Older the vehicle. Children on page 3‑34 or Infants Occupants should not lean on or and Young Children on sleep against the door or side page 3‑36. windows in seating positions with seat-mounted side impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (22,1)

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Where Are the Airbags?

The front outboard passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger Side Similar The driver's frontal airbag is in the side instrument panel. The driver and front outboard center of the steering wheel. passenger seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (23,1)

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When Should an Airbag WARNING (CONTINUED) Inflate? that person causing severe injury Frontal airbags are designed to or even death. The path of an inflate in moderate to severe frontal inflating airbag must be kept or near frontal crashes to help clear. Do not put anything reduce the potential for severe between an occupant and an injuries mainly to the driver's or airbag, and do not attach or put outboard front passenger's head anything on the steering wheel and chest. However, they are only hub or on or near any other designed to inflate if the impact airbag covering. exceeds a predetermined Driver Side Shown, Passenger Do not use seat accessories that deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to predict how Side Similar block the inflation path of a severe a crash is likely to be in time seat-mounted side impact airbag. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, for the airbags to inflate and help front outboard passenger, and Never secure anything to the roof restrain the occupants. second row outboard passengers of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags Whether the frontal airbags will or are in the ceiling above the side by routing a rope or tie‐down windows. should deploy is not based primarily through any door or window on how fast the vehicle is traveling. opening. If you do, the path of an It depends largely on what is hit, the { WARNING inflating roof-rail airbag will be direction of the impact, and how blocked. quickly the vehicle slows down. If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (24,1)

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Frontal airbags may inflate at The vehicle has seat-mounted side In any particular crash, no one can different crash speeds depending on impact and roof-rail airbags. See say whether an airbag should have whether the vehicle hits an object Airbag System on page 3‑20. inflated simply because of the straight on or at an angle, and Seat-mounted side impact and vehicle damage or repair costs. whether the object is fixed or roof-rail airbags are intended to moving, rigid or deformable, narrow inflate in moderate to severe side What Makes an Airbag or wide. crashes. In addition, these roof-rail Inflate? Thresholds can also vary with airbags are intended to inflate In a deployment event, the sensing specific vehicle design. during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact. Seat-mounted side system sends an electrical signal Frontal airbags are not intended to impact and roof-rail airbags will triggering a release of gas from the inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear inflate if the crash severity is above inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the impacts, or in many side impacts. the system's designed threshold airbag causing the bag to break out In addition, the vehicle has level. The threshold level can vary of the cover and deploy. The inflator, dual-stage frontal airbags. with specific vehicle design. the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module. Dual-stage airbags adjust the Roof-rail airbags are not intended to restraint according to crash severity. inflate in rear impacts. Frontal airbag modules are located The vehicle has electronic frontal A seat-mounted side impact airbag inside the steering wheel and sensors, that help the sensing is intended to inflate on the side of instrument panel. For vehicles with system distinguish between a the vehicle that is struck. Both seat-mounted side impact airbags, moderate frontal impact and a more roof-rail airbags will inflate when there are airbag modules in the side severe frontal impact. For moderate either side of the vehicle is struck or of the front seatbacks closest to the frontal impacts, dual-stage airbags if the sensing system predicts that door. For vehicles with roof-rail inflate at a level less than full the vehicle is about to roll over, or in airbags, there are airbag modules in deployment. For more severe frontal a severe frontal impact. the ceiling of the vehicle, near the impacts, full deployment occurs. side windows that have occupant seating positions. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (25,1)

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How Does an Airbag Rollover capable roof-rail airbags What Will You See after are designed to help contain the Restrain? head and chest of occupants in the an Airbag Inflates? In moderate to severe frontal or outboard seating positions in the After the frontal airbags and near frontal collisions, even belted first and second rows. The rollover seat-mounted side impact airbags occupants can contact the steering capable roof-rail airbags are inflate, they quickly deflate, so wheel or the instrument panel. In designed to help reduce the risk of quickly that some people may not moderate to severe side collisions, full or partial ejection in rollover even realize an airbag inflated. even belted occupants can contact events, although no system can Roof-rail airbags may still be at least the inside of the vehicle. prevent all such ejections. partially inflated for some time after Airbags supplement the protection But airbags would not help in many they inflate. Some components of provided by safety belts. Frontal types of collisions, primarily the airbag module may be hot for airbags distribute the force of the because the occupant's motion is several minutes. For location of the impact more evenly over the not toward those airbags. See When airbags, see Where Are the occupant's upper body, stopping the Should an Airbag Inflate? on Airbags? on page 3‑22. occupant more gradually. Seat‐ page 3‑23 for more information. The parts of the airbag that come mounted side impact and roof-rail Airbags should never be regarded into contact with you may be warm, airbags distribute the force of the as anything more than a supplement but not too hot to touch. There may impact more evenly over the to safety belts. be some smoke and dust coming occupant's upper body. from the vents in the deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (26,1)

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and turn the hazard warning Additional windshield breakage may { WARNING flashers off by using the controls for also occur from the front outboard those features. passenger airbag. When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust . Airbags are designed to inflate could cause breathing problems { WARNING only once. After an airbag for people with a history of inflates, you will need some new A crash severe enough to inflate parts for the airbag system. asthma or other breathing trouble. the airbags may have also To avoid this, everyone in the If you do not get them, the damaged important functions in airbag system will not be there vehicle should get out as soon as the vehicle, such as the fuel to help protect you in another it is safe to do so. If you have system, brake and steering crash. A new system will include breathing problems but cannot systems, etc. Even if the vehicle airbag modules and possibly get out of the vehicle after an appears to be drivable after a other parts. The service manual airbag inflates, then get fresh air moderate crash, there may be for the vehicle covers the need by opening a window or a door. concealed damage that could to replace other parts. If you experience breathing make it difficult to safely operate . The vehicle has a crash sensing problems following an airbag the vehicle. deployment, you should seek and diagnostic module which records information after a medical attention. Use caution if you should attempt to restart the engine after a crash crash. See Vehicle Data has occurred. Recording and Privacy on The vehicle has a feature that may page 13‑19 and Event Data automatically unlock the doors, turn Recorders on page 13‑19. the interior lamps on, turn the In many crashes severe enough to hazard warning flashers on, and inflate the airbag, windshields are shut off the fuel system after the broken by vehicle deformation. airbags inflate. You can lock the doors, turn the interior lamps off, Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (27,1)

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. Let only qualified technicians The passenger sensing system work on the airbag systems. turns off the front outboard Improper service can mean that passenger frontal airbag under an airbag system will not work certain conditions. The driver airbag, properly. See your dealer for seat‐mounted side impact airbags service. and the roof-rail airbags are not United States affected by the passenger sensing Passenger Sensing system. System The passenger sensing system The vehicle has a passenger works with sensors that are part of sensing system for the front the front outboard passenger seat. outboard passenger position. The The sensors are designed to detect passenger airbag status indicator the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the front will be visible on the instrument Canada and Mexico panel when the vehicle is started. outboard passenger frontal airbag The words ON and OFF, or the should be enabled (may inflate) symbol for on and off, will be visible or not. during the system check. If the According to accident statistics, vehicle has remote start, and it is children are safer when properly being used to start the vehicle from secured in a rear seat in the correct a distance, you may not see the child restraint for their weight system check. When the system and size. check is complete, either the word ON or OFF, or the symbol for on or off, will be visible. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑18. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (28,1)

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We recommend that children be The passenger sensing system is secured in a rear seat, including: an WARNING (CONTINUED) designed to turn off the front infant or a child riding in a outboard passenger airbag if: rear-facing child restraint; a child passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward . The front outboard passenger riding in a forward-facing child seat; seat is unoccupied. an older child riding in a booster position. seat; and children, who are large Even if the passenger sensing . The system determines an infant enough, using safety belts. system has turned off the right is present in a child restraint. A label on the sun visor says, front passenger frontal airbag, no . A front outboard passenger “Never put a rear-facing child seat in system is fail-safe. No one can takes his/her weight off of the the front.” This is because the risk to guarantee that an airbag will not seat for a period of time. the rear-facing child is so great, deploy under some unusual . There is a critical problem with if the airbag deploys. circumstance, even though the the airbag system or the airbag is turned off. passenger sensing system. { WARNING Secure rear-facing child restraints When the passenger sensing in a rear seat, even if the airbag A child in a rear-facing child system has turned off the front is off. If you secure a restraint can be seriously injured outboard passenger frontal airbag, forward-facing child restraint in the off indicator will light and stay lit or killed if the right front the right front seat, always move to remind you that the airbag is off. passenger airbag inflates. This is the front passenger seat as far See Passenger Airbag Status because the back of the back as it will go. It is better to Indicator on page 5‑18. rear-facing child restraint would secure the child restraint in a be very close to the inflating The passenger sensing system is rear seat. airbag. A child in a forward-facing designed to turn on (may inflate) the child restraint can be seriously front outboard passenger frontal injured or killed if the right front airbag anytime the system senses (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (29,1)

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that a person of adult size is sitting 4. Reinstall the child restraint properly in the front outboard WARNING (CONTINUED) following the directions provided passenger seat. by the child restraint with the airbag system. To help manufacturer and refer to When the passenger sensing avoid injury to yourself or others, system has allowed the airbag to be Securing Child Restraints (Front have the vehicle serviced right Passenger Seat) on page 3‑50 enabled, the on indicator will light away. See Airbag Readiness and stay lit to remind you that the or Securing Child Restraints Light on page 5‑17 for more (Rear Seat) on page 3‑47. airbag is active. information, including important 5. If, after reinstalling the child For some children, including safety information. children in child restraints, and for restraint and restarting the very small adults, the passenger vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, sensing system may or may not turn If the On Indicator Is Lit for a turn the vehicle off. Then slightly off the front outboard passenger Child Restraint recline the vehicle seatback and frontal airbag, depending upon the adjust the seat cushion, If a child restraint has been installed if adjustable, to make sure that person’s seating posture and body and the on indicator is lit: build. Everyone in the vehicle who the vehicle seatback is not has outgrown child restraints should 1. Turn the vehicle off. pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion. wear a safety belt properly — 2. Remove the child restraint from whether or not there is an airbag for the vehicle. Also make sure the child that person. restraint is not trapped under the 3. Remove any additional items vehicle head restraint. If this from the seat such as blankets, happens, adjust the head { WARNING cushions, seat covers, seat restraint. See Head Restraints heaters, or seat massagers. If the airbag readiness light ever on page 3‑2. comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (30,1)

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6. Restart the vehicle. because that person is not sitting Additional Factors Affecting The passenger sensing system properly in the seat. If this happens, System Operation may or may not turn off the use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and Safety belts help keep the airbag for a child in a child passenger in position on the seat restraint depending upon the enable the front outboard passenger frontal airbag: during vehicle maneuvers and child's seating posture and body braking, which helps the passenger build. It is better to secure the 1. Turn the vehicle off. sensing system maintain the child restraint in a rear seat. 2. Remove any additional material passenger airbag status. See If the Off Indicator is Lit for an from the seat, such as blankets, “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional Adult-Size Occupant cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. information about the importance of proper restraint use. 3. Place the seatback in the fully upright position. A thick layer of additional material, such as a blanket or cushion, 4. Have the person sit upright in or aftermarket equipment such as the seat, centered on the seat seat covers, seat heaters, and seat cushion, with legs comfortably massagers can affect how well the extended. passenger sensing system 5. Restart the vehicle and have the operates. We recommend that you person remain in this position for not use seat covers or other two to three minutes after the on aftermarket equipment except when indicator is lit. approved by GM for your specific vehicle. See Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on If a person of adult-size is sitting in page 3‑32 for more information the front outboard passenger seat, about modifications that can affect but the off indicator is lit, it could be how the system operates. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (31,1)

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A wet seat can affect the The on indicator may be lit if an purchase a service manual, see performance of the passenger object, such as a briefcase, Service Publications Ordering sensing system. Here is how: handbag, grocery bag, laptop or Information on page 13‑16. other electronic device, is put on an . The passenger sensing system may turn off the passenger unoccupied seat. If this is not { WARNING airbag when liquid is soaked into desired remove the object from the seat. If this happens, the off the seat. For up to 10 seconds after the indicator will be lit, and the vehicle is turned off and the airbag readiness light on the { WARNING battery is disconnected, an airbag instrument panel will also be lit. can still inflate during improper Stowing of articles under the service. You can be injured if you . Liquid pooled on the seat that passenger seat or between the are close to an airbag when it has not soaked in may make it passenger seat cushion and inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. more likely that the passenger seatback may interfere with the They are probably part of the sensing system will enable (turn proper operation of the passenger on) the passenger airbag while a airbag system. Be sure to follow sensing system. child restraint or child occupant proper service procedures, and is on the seat. If the passenger make sure the person performing airbag is turned on, the on Servicing the work for you is qualified to do so. indicator will be lit. Airbag-Equipped Vehicle If the passenger seat gets wet, dry the seat immediately. If the airbag Airbags affect how the vehicle readiness light is lit, do not install a should be serviced. There are parts child restraint or allow anyone to of the airbag system in several occupy the seat. See Airbag places around the vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have Readiness Light on page 5‑17 for important safety information. information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (32,1)

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Adding Equipment to the In addition, the vehicle has a If you have questions, call passenger sensing system for Customer Assistance. The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle the right front passenger phone numbers and addresses Q: Is there anything I might add position, which includes sensors for Customer Assistance are in to or change about the vehicle that are part of the passenger Step Two of the Customer that could keep the airbags seat. The passenger sensing Satisfaction Procedure in this from working properly? system may not operate properly manual. See Customer if the original seat trim is Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and A: Yes. If you add things that replaced with non-GM covers, Canada) on page 13 1 or change the vehicle's frame, ‑ upholstery or trim, or with GM Customer Satisfaction bumper system, height, front end covers, upholstery or trim Procedure (Mexico) on or side sheet metal, they may designed for a different vehicle. page 13 3. keep the airbag system from ‑ Any object, such as an working properly. Changing or If the vehicle has rollover aftermarket seat heater or a moving any parts of the front roof-rail airbags, see Different comfort enhancing pad or seats, safety belts, the airbag Size Tires and Wheels on device, installed under or on top sensing and diagnostic module, page 10‑78 for additional of the seat fabric, could also steering wheel, instrument important information. interfere with the operation of panel, roof-rail airbag modules, the passenger sensing system. Q: Because I have a disability, ceiling headliner or pillar garnish This could either prevent proper I have to get my vehicle trim, overhead console, front deployment of the passenger modified. How can I find out sensors, side impact sensors, airbag(s) or prevent the whether this will affect my rollover sensor module, or airbag passenger sensing system from airbag system? wiring can affect the operation of properly turning off the the airbag system. A: If you have questions, call passenger airbag(s). See Customer Assistance. The Passenger Sensing System on phone numbers and addresses page 3‑27. for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (33,1)

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Satisfaction Procedure in this airbag module replaced. For the If an airbag inflates, you will need to manual. See Customer location of the airbags, see replace airbag system parts. See Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Where Are the Airbags? on your dealer for service. Canada) on page 13‑1 or page 3‑22. See your dealer for If the airbag readiness light stays on Customer Satisfaction service. after the vehicle is started or comes Procedure (Mexico) on on when you are driving, the airbag page 13‑3. Replacing Airbag System system may not work properly. Have In addition, your dealer and the Parts after a Crash the vehicle serviced right away. See service manual have information Airbag Readiness Light on about the location of the airbag { WARNING page 5‑17. sensors, sensing and diagnostic module and airbag wiring. A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. Airbag System Check A damaged airbag system may The airbag system does not need not work properly and may not regularly scheduled maintenance or protect you and your replacement. Make sure the airbag passenger(s) in a crash, resulting readiness light is working. See in serious injury or even death. To Airbag Readiness Light on help make sure the airbag page 5‑17. systems are working properly Notice: If an airbag covering is after a crash, have them damaged, opened, or broken, the inspected and any necessary airbag may not work properly. Do replacements made as soon as not open or break the airbag possible. coverings. If there are any opened or broken airbag covers, have the airbag covering and/or Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (34,1)

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Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that . Can proper safety belt fit be come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue. If no, Older Children booster. Use a booster seat with a return to the booster seat. lap-shoulder belt until the child Q: What is the proper way to passes the fit test below: wear safety belts? . Sit all the way back on the seat. A: An older child should wear a Do the knees bend at the seat lap-shoulder belt and get the edge? If yes, continue. If no, additional restraint a shoulder return to the booster seat. belt can provide. The shoulder . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. belt should not cross the face or Does the shoulder belt rest on neck. The lap belt should fit the shoulder? If yes, continue. snugly below the hips, just If no, try using the rear safety touching the top of the thighs. belt comfort guide. See “Rear This applies belt force to the Safety Belt Comfort Guides” child's pelvic bones in a crash. under Lap-Shoulder Belt on It should never be worn over the Older children who have outgrown page 3 14. If the shoulder belt abdomen, which could cause booster seats should wear the ‑ still does not rest on the severe or even fatal internal vehicle safety belts. shoulder, then return to the injuries in a crash. booster seat. Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort . Does the lap belt fit low and Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on snug on the hips, touching the page 3‑14. thighs? If yes, continue. If no, According to accident statistics, return to the booster seat. children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (35,1)

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restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating WARNING (CONTINUED) position. belt. The belt force would then be In a crash, children who are not applied right on the abdomen. buckled up can strike other people That could cause serious or fatal who are buckled up, or can be injuries. The shoulder belt should thrown out of the vehicle. Older go over the shoulder and across children need to use safety belts the chest. properly.

{ WARNING

Never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt. The { WARNING safety belt cannot properly spread Never allow a child to wear the the impact forces. In a crash, they safety belt with the shoulder belt can be crushed together and behind their back. A child can be seriously injured. A safety belt seriously injured by not wearing must be used by only one person the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a at a time. crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The child might also slide under the lap (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (36,1)

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Infants and Young Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older WARNING (CONTINUED) Children children, but not for young children Everyone in a vehicle needs and infants. Neither the vehicle's arms. An infant should be protection! This includes infants and safety belt system nor its airbag secured in an appropriate all other children. Neither the system is designed for them. Every restraint. distance traveled nor the age and time infants and young children ride size of the traveler changes the in vehicles, they should have the need, for everyone, to use safety protection provided by appropriate restraints. In fact, the law in every child restraints. state in the United States and in Children who are not restrained every Canadian province says properly can strike other people, children up to some age must be or can be thrown out of the vehicle. restrained while in a vehicle. { WARNING { WARNING Never hold an infant or a child Children can be seriously injured while riding in a vehicle. Due to or strangled if a shoulder belt is crash forces, an infant or a child wrapped around their neck and will become so heavy it is not the safety belt continues to possible to hold it during a crash. { WARNING tighten. Never leave children For example, in a crash at only unattended in a vehicle and never 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) Children who are up against, allow children to play with the infant will suddenly become a or very close to, any airbag when safety belts. 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's it inflates can be seriously injured (Continued) or killed. Never put a rear-facing (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (37,1)

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Q: What are the different types of The restraint manufacturer WARNING (CONTINUED) add-on child restraints? instructions that come with the A: Add-on child restraints, which restraint state the weight and child restraint in the right front height limitations for a particular seat. Secure a rear-facing child are purchased by the vehicle owner, are available in four basic child restraint. In addition, there restraint in a rear seat. It is also are many kinds of restraints better to secure a forward-facing types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into available for children with child restraint in a rear seat. If you special needs. must secure a forward-facing consideration not only the child's weight, height, and age but also child restraint in the right front whether or not the restraint will { WARNING seat, always move the front be compatible with the motor passenger seat as far back as it vehicle in which it will be used. To reduce the risk of neck and will go. head injury during a crash, infants For most basic types of child need complete support. In a restraints, there are many crash, if an infant is in a different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be rear-facing child restraint, the sure it is designed to be used in crash forces can be distributed a motor vehicle. If it is, the across the strongest part of an restraint will have a label saying infant's body, the back and that it meets federal motor shoulders. Infants should always vehicle safety standards. be secured in rear-facing child restraints. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (38,1)

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Child Restraint Systems { WARNING

A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal Forward-Facing Child Seat injuries. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a Rear-Facing Infant Seat A forward-facing child seat provides crash, young children should restraint for the child's body with the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness. always be secured in appropriate restraint with the seating surface child restraints. against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (39,1)

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Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Restraint in the Vehicle crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. { WARNING When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which killed in a crash if the child may be on the restraint itself or in a restraint is not properly secured in booklet, or both, and to this manual. the vehicle. Secure the child The child restraint instructions are restraint properly in the vehicle important, so if they are not using the vehicle safety belt or available, obtain a replacement LATCH system, following the copy from the manufacturer. Booster Seats instructions that came with that Keep in mind that an unsecured A booster seat is a child restraint child restraint and the instructions child restraint can move around in a designed to improve the fit of the in this manual. collision or sudden stop and injure vehicle's safety belt system. people in the vehicle. Be sure to A booster seat can also help a child To help reduce the chance of injury, properly secure any child restraint in to see out the window. the child restraint must be secured the vehicle — even when no child is in the vehicle. Child restraint in it. systems must be secured in vehicle In some areas of the United States seats by lap belts or the lap belt and Canada, Certified Child portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by Passenger Safety Technicians the LATCH system. See Lower (CPSTs) are available to inspect Anchors and Tethers for Children and demonstrate how to correctly (LATCH System) on page 3‑41. use and install child restraints. In the U.S., refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (40,1)

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Administration (NHTSA) website to We recommend that children and locate the nearest child safety seat child restraints be secured in a rear WARNING (CONTINUED) inspection station. For CPST seat, including: an infant or a child availability in Canada, check with riding in a rear-facing child restraint; passenger airbag inflates and the Transport Canada or the Provincial a child riding in a forward-facing passenger seat is in a forward Ministry of Transportation office. child seat; an older child riding in a position. booster seat; and children, who are Even if the passenger sensing Securing the Child Within the large enough, using safety belts. Child Restraint system has turned off the right Never put a rear-facing child seat in front passenger frontal airbag, no the front. This is because the risk to system is fail-safe. No one can { WARNING the rear-facing child is so great if the guarantee that an airbag will not A child can be seriously injured or airbag deploys. deploy under some unusual killed in a crash if the child is not circumstance, even though it is properly secured in the child { WARNING turned off. restraint. Secure the child Secure rear-facing child restraints A child in a rear-facing child properly following the instructions in a rear seat, even if the airbag restraint can be seriously injured that came with that child restraint. is off. If you secure a or killed if the right front forward-facing child restraint in passenger airbag inflates. This is the right front seat, always move because the back of the Where to Put the the front passenger seat as far rear-facing child restraint would Restraint back as it will go. It is better to be very close to the inflating secure the child restraint in a According to accident statistics, airbag. A child in a forward-facing rear seat. children and infants are safer when child restraint can be seriously properly restrained in a child injured or killed if the right front See Passenger Sensing System restraint system or infant restraint (Continued) on page 3‑27 for additional system secured in a rear seating information. position. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (41,1)

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When securing a child restraint in a Keep in mind that an unsecured a top tether, you must also use rear seating position, study the child restraint can move around in a either the lower anchors or the instructions that came with the child collision or sudden stop and injure safety belts to properly secure the restraint to make sure it is people in the vehicle. Be sure to child restraint. A child restraint must compatible with this vehicle. properly secure any child restraint in never be installed using only the top Child restraints and booster seats the vehicle — even when no child is tether and anchor. vary considerably in size, and some in it. In order to use the LATCH system in may fit in certain seating positions your vehicle, you need a child better than others. Always make Lower Anchors and restraint that has LATCH sure the child restraint is properly Tethers for Children attachments. The child restraint secured. (LATCH System) manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child Depending on where you place the The LATCH system secures a child child restraint and the size of the restraint and its attachments. The restraint during driving or in a crash. following explains how to attach a child restraint, you may not be able LATCH attachments on the child to access adjacent safety belt child restraint with these restraint are used to attach the child attachments in your vehicle. assemblies or LATCH anchors for restraint to the anchors in the additional passengers or child vehicle. This system is designed to Not all vehicle seating positions or restraints. Adjacent seating make installation of a child restraint child restraints have lower anchors positions should not be used if the easier. and attachments or top tether child restraint prevents access to or anchors and attachments. interferes with the routing of the Make sure that a LATCH-compatible safety belt. child restraint is properly installed using the anchors, or use the Wherever a child restraint is vehicle's safety belts to secure the installed, be sure to secure the child restraint, following the instructions restraint properly. that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (42,1)

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Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow Lower anchors (1) are metal bars A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of the instructions for your child built into the vehicle. There are two the child restraint to the vehicle. restraint. lower anchors for each LATCH A top tether anchor is built into the seating position that will vehicle. The top tether accommodate a child restraint with attachment (2) on the child restraint lower attachments (2). connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (43,1)

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Lower Anchor and Top Tether the crease between the seatback Anchor Locations and the seat cushion. For a wagon the lower anchors are beneath zippers, near the labels. Open the zippers to access the lower anchors.

Rear Seat - Coupe To assist in locating the top tether I (Top Tether Anchor): Seating anchors, the top tether anchor Rear Seat - Sedan or Wagon positions with top tether anchors. symbol is on the cover. H (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.

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Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating Sedan Wagon position. See Where to Put the The top tether anchors for a sedan Restraint on page 3‑40 for or a coupe are under the tether additional information. covers, on the rear seatback filler Securing a Child Restraint panel. For the wagon, the outboard Designed for the LATCH top tether anchors are under the System tether covers behind the rear seatback. The wagon's center top tether anchor is under the tether { WARNING cover, on the vehicle floor, behind the rear seatback. Be sure to use an If a LATCH-type child restraint is anchor on the same side of the not attached to anchors, the child vehicle as the seating position restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the Coupe where the child restraint will be placed. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (45,1)

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If you need to secure more than one WARNING (CONTINUED) { WARNING child restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put the Restraint on child could be seriously injured or Children can be seriously injured page 3‑40. killed. Install a LATCH-type child or strangled if a shoulder belt is restraint properly using the wrapped around their neck and This system is designed to make anchors, or use the vehicle safety the safety belt continues to installation of child restraints easier. belts to secure the restraint, tighten. Buckle any unused safety When using lower anchors, do not following the instructions that belts behind the child restraint so use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, use the vehicle s anchors came with the child restraint and children cannot reach them. Pull ’ and child restraint attachments to the instructions in this manual. the shoulder belt all the way out secure the restraints. Some of the retractor to set the lock, restraints also use another vehicle if the vehicle has one, after the anchor to secure the top tether. child restraint has been installed. { WARNING 1. Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower Do not attach more than one child Notice: Do not let the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint restraint to a single anchor. attachments rub against the does not have lower Attaching more than one child vehicle’s safety belts. This may attachments or the desired restraint to a single anchor could damage these parts. If necessary, seating position does not have cause the anchor or attachment move buckled safety belts to lower anchors, secure the child to come loose or even break avoid rubbing the LATCH restraint with the top tether and during a crash. A child or others attachments. the safety belts. Refer to your could be injured. To reduce the Do not fold the empty rear seat child restraint manufacturer risk of serious or fatal injuries with a safety belt buckled. This instructions and the instructions during a crash, attach only one could damage the safety belt or in this manual. child restraint per anchor. the seat. Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position, before folding the seat. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (46,1)

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1.1. Find the lower anchors for 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten the desired seating the top tether according to position. your child restraint 1.2. Put the child restraint on instructions and the the seat. following instructions: 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors. If the position you are using 2. If the child restraint manufacturer does not have a headrest recommends that the top tether or head restraint and you be attached, attach and tighten are using a dual tether, the top tether to the top tether route the tether over the anchor, if equipped. Refer to the seatback. child restraint instructions and If the position you are using the following steps: does not have a headrest or head restraint and you 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. are using a single tether, 2.2. Press the ribbed area of the route the tether over the cover to open the cover and seatback. expose the anchor. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (47,1)

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using a single tether, route the tether over the headrest WARNING (CONTINUED) or head restraint. working properly after a crash, 3. Before placing a child in the see your dealer to have the child restraint, make sure it is system inspected and any securely held in place. To check, necessary replacements made as grasp the child restraint at the soon as possible. LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back If the position you are using and forth. There should be no If the vehicle has the LATCH system has a fixed headrest or more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of and it was being used during a head restraint and you are movement for proper installation. crash, new LATCH system parts using a dual tether, route may be needed. the tether around the Replacing LATCH System headrest or head restraint. New parts and repairs may be Parts After a Crash necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the { WARNING time of the crash.

A crash can damage the LATCH Securing Child Restraints system in the vehicle. A damaged (Rear Seat) LATCH system may not properly When securing a child restraint in a secure the child restraint, rear seating position, study the resulting in serious injury or even instructions that came with the child death in a crash. To help make restraint to make sure it is If the position you are using sure the LATCH system is compatible with this vehicle. has a fixed headrest or (Continued) head restraint and you are Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (48,1)

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If the child restraint has the LATCH sure to follow the instructions that system, see Lower Anchors and came with the child restraint. Secure Tethers for Children (LATCH the child in the child restraint when System) on page 3‑41 for how and and as the instructions say. where to install your child restraint If more than one child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is needs to be installed in the rear secured in the vehicle using a seat, be sure to read Where to Put safety belt and it uses a top tether, the Restraint on page 3‑40. see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on 1. Put the child restraint on page 3‑41 for top tether anchor the seat. locations. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run Do not secure a child restraint in a the lap and shoulder portions of 3. Push the latch plate into the position without a top tether anchor the vehicle's safety belt through buckle until it clicks. if a national or local law requires or around the restraint. The child that the top tether be anchored, or if restraint instructions will show Position the release button on the instructions that come with the you how. the buckle so that the safety belt child restraint say that the top strap could be quickly unbuckled if must be anchored. necessary. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (49,1)

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6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑41. 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 5. To tighten the belt, push down move it side to side and back out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the and forth. When the child lock. When the retractor lock is shoulder portion of the belt to restraint is properly installed, set, the belt can be tightened but tighten the lap portion of the belt, there should be no more than not pulled out of the retractor. and feed the shoulder belt back 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. into the retractor. When installing To remove the child restraint, a forward-facing child restraint, it unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and may be helpful to use your knee let it return to the stowed position. to push down on the child If the top tether is attached to a top restraint as you tighten the belt. tether anchor, disconnect it. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (50,1)

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Securing Child Restraints { WARNING WARNING (CONTINUED) (Front Passenger Seat) This vehicle has airbags. A rear A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints seat is a safer place to secure a restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag forward-facing child restraint. See or killed if the front passenger is off. If you secure a Where to Put the Restraint on airbag inflates. This is because forward-facing child restraint in page 3‑40 the back of the rear-facing child the front seat, always move the restraint would be very close to front passenger seat as far back In addition, the vehicle has a the inflating airbag. A child in a as it will go. It is better to secure passenger sensing system which is forward-facing child restraint can the child restraint in a rear seat. designed to turn off the front be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag under See Passenger Sensing System front passenger airbag inflates certain conditions. See Passenger on page 3‑27 for additional and the passenger seat is in a Sensing System on page 3‑27 and information. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator forward position. on page 5 18 for more information, ‑ Even if the passenger sensing If the child restraint has the LATCH including important safety system has turned off the front information. system, see Lower Anchors and passenger frontal airbag, no Tethers for Children (LATCH A label on the sun visor says, system is fail-safe. No one can System) on page 3‑41 for how and “Never put a rear-facing child seat in guarantee that an airbag will not where to install the child restraint the front.” This is because the risk to deploy under some unusual using LATCH. If a child restraint is the rear-facing child is so great, circumstance, even though it is secured using a safety belt and it if the airbag deploys. turned off. uses a top tether, see Lower (Continued) Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑41 for top tether anchor locations. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (51,1)

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Do not secure a child seat in a 2. Put the child restraint on position without a top tether anchor the seat. if a national or local law requires 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run that the top tether be anchored, or if the lap and shoulder portions of the instructions that come with the the vehicle's safety belt through child restraint say that the top strap or around the restraint. The child must be anchored. restraint instructions will show In Canada, the law requires that you how. forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way this position. Follow the instructions out of the retractor to set the that came with the child restraint. lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but 1. Move the seat as far back as it not pulled out of the retractor. will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag, the off 4. Push the latch plate into the indicator on the passenger buckle until it clicks. airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when the Position the release button on vehicle is started. See the buckle, so that the safety Passenger Airbag Status belt could be quickly unbuckled Indicator on page 5‑18. if necessary. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (52,1)

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7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. If the airbag is off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status 6. To tighten the belt, push down indicator will come on and stay on on the child restraint, pull the when the vehicle is started. shoulder portion of the belt to If a child restraint has been installed tighten the lap portion of the belt, and the on indicator is lit, see “If the and feed the shoulder belt back On Indicator Is Lit for a Child into the retractor. When installing Restraint” under Passenger Sensing a forward-facing child restraint, it System on page 3‑27. may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child To remove the child restraint, restraint as you tighten the belt. unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

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Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments To open, press the button. Use the key to lock and unlock. The glove Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage box has a shelf that can be removed Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . 4-1 by pulling it out. Glove Box ...... 4-1 Cupholders ...... 4-1 Cupholders Center Console Storage ...... 4-2 Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover (Wagon) ...... 4-2 Cargo Management System (Wagon) ...... 4-3 Cargo Net (Wagon) ...... 4-4 Convenience Net (Sedan and Coupe) ...... 4-5 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System (Wagon) . . . 4-6 There is a storage area below the climate control system. To access, push the cover. There are cupholders in the front of the center console. Push the cover to open. There are also cupholders in the rear center armrest. Pull the armrest down to use. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

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Center Console Storage Additional Storage 2. Align the cartridge over the pin (2) on both sides. Press the Features cartridge down and turn it slightly forward until it clicks. Cargo Cover (Wagon) 3. The cartridge is properly The cargo cover can be used to installed if it fits firmly when cover items in the cargo area. pulled and pushed. 4. Grasp the handle and unroll the cover. Latch the posts into the sockets. To remove the cargo cover: 1. Release the cover from the latch posts and carefully roll it The center console has an upper back up. and lower storage area. To access, 2. Pull the handle (1) back and lift the levers on either side of the remove it from the pin (2) on the center console. There is an trim panel. Repeat this on the additional storage area behind the other side. center console. To access, push the cover. To install the cargo cover: { WARNING 1. Hold the cartridge with the An unsecured cargo cover could pull-out shade toward the rear of strike people in a sudden stop or the vehicle. turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

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Cargo Management Installing D-Ring Sliders System (Wagon)

The cover can be opened to two positions to allow access to the storage area. To install the D-Ring slider (1), insert it into the channel (2) in the middle Press the bottom of the load floor Some items may be stored in the of each rail. handle assembly to lift the top on cargo area when the cover is the handle. Pull up on the handle to closed. open the cargo management D-Ring Sliders system. There are four D-Ring sliders that move along rails on both sides of the cargo management area. These can be used as tie-downs when storing cargo. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

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Cargo Net (Wagon)

{ WARNING

Do not stack items higher than the upper end of the cargo net or hang anything from the net. Avoid items that have sharp edges or that apply excessive force to the net. If items are not properly stored, damage to the net could occur and items can be thrown The loop of the D-Ring slider must about the vehicle. You or others 1. There are four installation points be facing inward toward the storage could be injured. Always store in the roof: two in front of and area and the ring must be in the up items behind the net. two behind the rear seats. position for proper usage. Insert the top corners of the Push the button to move the D-Ring For vehicles equipped with a cargo cargo net into the large opening slider. The rings can be locked into net, it can be used to store light in the roof and secure by sliding various positions along the rail. loads, keeping them from falling them into the small opening. over or being thrown. 2. There are four tether positions The net should not be overloaded or for the lower hook straps. In the used to store heavy loads. front position, the seatbacks should be down for the net to properly hold items. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

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3. Mount the cargo net to the rear 4. The net can also be mounted to 5. Pull on the straps to tighten seat tethers on the front of the the tethers on the back of the the net. bottom cushions. rear seats when the seats are upright. Convenience Net (Sedan and Coupe) The vehicle may have a convenience net in the rear. Put small loads behind the net. It can also be positioned into an envelope style to hold smaller items. The net is not for heavier loads. Store items as far forward as you can. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

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Roof Rack System crossrails can be purchased as an Do not exceed the maximum vehicle accessory. See your dealer for capacity when loading the vehicle. Roof Rack System additional information. For more information on vehicle Notice: Loading cargo on the capacity and loading, see Vehicle (Wagon) roof rack that weighs more than Load Limits on page 9‑10. 75 kg (165 lbs) or hangs over the Installing the Crossrails { WARNING rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle. Load cargo If something is carried on top of so that it rests evenly between the vehicle that is longer or wider the crossrails, making sure to than the roof rack — like paneling, fasten cargo securely. plywood, or a mattress — the To prevent damage or loss of cargo wind can catch it while the vehicle when driving, check to make sure is being driven. The item being crossrails and cargo are securely carried could be violently torn off, fastened. Loading cargo on the roof and this could cause a collision rack will make the vehicle’s center and damage the vehicle. Never of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, carry something longer or wider sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden than the roof rack on top of the braking or abrupt maneuvers, vehicle unless using a GM otherwise it may result in loss of 1. Crossrails certified accessory carrier. control. If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, 2. Siderail Cover For vehicles with a roof rack, the occasionally stop the vehicle to Before installing the crossrails (1), rack can be used to load items. For make sure the cargo remains in its remove the siderail covers (2). Pull roof racks that do not have place. straight up on the rear of the siderail crossrails included, GM Certified cover. Store covers flat, do not stack items on them. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

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4. Locate the forward or rearward cut-out in the siderail channel. 5. Insert both crossrail ends into the cut-outs, making sure the arrows are pointed toward the front of the vehicle. 1. Identify the front and rear 3. The crossrail supports are crossrail. labeled with an arrow (2) that 2. The front crossrail (1) is smaller needs to point toward the front than the rear crossrail (2). of the vehicle. A pin (1) will be visible on the bottom when the crossrail support lever is down. To install the crossrail support, move the lever into the forward upper position; the pin (1) will not be visible. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

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7. Move the levers on both crossrails to the down position. Slide the crossrail until the crossrail pin engages. 8. The crossrails should lock in the same hole position on each side. Removing the Crossrails 1. Move both levers of the crossrail into the upper forward position. 2. Slide the crossrail into the cut-out area. 6. Levers must still be in the forward up position. Move the 3. Remove the crossrail from the front crossrail forward beyond vehicle. the cut-out area (2). For the rear 4. Repeat for the other crossrail. crossrail, slide the crossrail assembly (1) rearward until the 5. Replace the siderail covers on entire crossrail support is in first the siderails. position beyond the channel cut-out area (2). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

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Engine Speed Limiter ...... 5-14 Information Displays Instruments and Engine Oil Pressure Driver Information Controls Gauge ...... 5-15 Center (DIC) ...... 5-27 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ...... 5-16 Vehicle Messages Controls Safety Belt Reminders ...... 5-16 Vehicle Messages ...... 5-31 Battery Voltage and Charging Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Airbag Readiness Light ...... 5-17 Passenger Airbag Status Messages ...... 5-31 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 5-3 Brake System Messages . . . . 5-32 Heated Steering Wheel ...... 5-4 Indicator ...... 5-18 Charging System Light ...... 5-19 Compass Messages ...... 5-34 Horn ...... 5-4 Cruise Control Messages . . . . 5-34 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 5-4 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...... 5-19 Door Ajar Messages ...... 5-34 Rear Window Wiper/ Engine Cooling System Washer ...... 5-6 Brake System Warning Light ...... 5-21 Messages ...... 5-34 Headlamp Washer ...... 5-6 Engine Oil Messages ...... 5-35 Compass ...... 5-7 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...... 5-23 Engine Power Messages . . . . 5-36 Clock ...... 5-9 Fuel System Messages ...... 5-36 Power Outlets ...... 5-9 Up-Shift Light ...... 5-23 StabiliTrak® OFF Light ...... 5-23 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 5-36 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Traction Control System Lamp Messages ...... 5-39 Indicators (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light . . . . 5-24 Object Detection System Warning Lights, Gauges, and Engine Coolant Temperature Messages ...... 5-39 Indicators ...... 5-10 Warning Light ...... 5-24 Ride Control System Instrument Cluster ...... 5-11 Tire Pressure Light ...... 5-25 Messages ...... 5-40 Speedometer ...... 5-13 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 5-25 Airbag System Messages . . . . 5-43 Odometer ...... 5-13 Security Light ...... 5-26 Security Messages ...... 5-43 Trip Odometer ...... 5-13 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-26 Service Vehicle Messages . . . 5-43 Tachometer ...... 5-13 Front Fog Lamp Light ...... 5-26 Tire Messages ...... 5-43 Fuel Gauge ...... 5-13 Lamps On Reminder ...... 5-26 Boost Gauge ...... 5-14 Cruise Control Light ...... 5-27 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

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Transmission Messages . . . . . 5-44 Controls Power Tilt Wheel Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . 5-45 Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . 5-45 Steering Wheel Vehicle Personalization Adjustment Vehicle Personalization ...... 5-46 Universal Remote System Universal Remote System . . . 5-53 Universal Remote System Programming ...... 5-53 Universal Remote System Operation ...... 5-57 For vehicles with the power tilt wheel, the control is on the left side of the steering column. . Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down. . Push the control forward or To adjust the steering wheel: rearward to move the steering 1. Pull the lever down. wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. 3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

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. For vehicles without a navigation Steering Wheel Controls y or c / z (Previous/Next): Press to go to the previous or next system, press and hold b / g for radio station stored as a favorite, two seconds to interact with or the previous or next track of OnStar® or Bluetooth. See a CD. OnStar Overview on page 14‑1 or Bluetooth on page 7‑35 for Press to interact with the more information about these Bluetooth® system. See Bluetooth features. on page 7‑35 for more information. . For vehicles with a navigation + e − (Volume): Press to increase system, OnStar, or Bluetooth, or to decrease the volume. press and hold b / g for b / g (Mute/Speech Recognition/ two seconds and say “hands Push to Talk): Press and release free” to interact with OnStar or to silence the vehicle speakers only. Bluetooth. See the OnStar Some audio steering wheel controls The audio of the wireless and wired Overview, or Bluetooth on could differ depending on the headphones, if the vehicle has page 7‑35 for more information vehicle's options. Controls that can these features, do not mute. Press about these features. be adjusted at the steering wheel and release b / g again, to turn the may include: sound on. SRCE (Source): Press to switch . For vehicles with a navigation between AM, FM, or SiriusXM™ (if system, press and hold b / g for equipped) radio, CD, DVD (if two seconds to initiate speech equipped), HDD (if equipped), recognition. See Speech auxiliary input jack, and USB (if “ Recognition in the navigation equipped). ” manual for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

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Heated Steering Wheel Horn 8 (Mist): Single wipe, briefly move the lever down and release. The vehicle may be equipped with a Press a on the steering wheel pad Several wipes, hold the lever down. heated steering wheel. to sound the horn. ( (Off): Turns the wipers off. Windshield Wiper/Washer 3 (Adjustable Interval Wipes): For a delayed wiping cycle. Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. 1: Slow wipes. 2: Fast wipes. If the windshield wipers are in use Sedan and Coupe Model for about six seconds while you are driving, the exterior lamps come on automatically if the exterior lamp control is in AUTO. See “Wiper Activated Headlamps” for more ( (Heated Steering Wheel): Press information. to turn the heated steering wheel on or off. A light on the button displays Clear snow and ice from the wiper when the feature is turned on. Wagon Model blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or The steering wheel takes about The windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the steering column. thaw them. Damaged wiper blades three minutes to start heating. should be replaced. For more Move the windshield wiper lever to information, see Wiper Blade select the wiper speed. Replacement on page 10‑30. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

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Heavy snow or ice can overload the 3 (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Windshield Washer wiper motor. A circuit breaker will Control): Move the windshield stop the motor until it cools down. wiper lever to 3. Turn the 3 { WARNING Rainsense™ band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity. In freezing weather, do not use For vehicles with Rainsense, a the washer until the windshield is sensor near the top center of the . Turn the band up for more warmed. Otherwise the washer windshield detects the amount of sensitivity to moisture. fluid can form ice on the water on the windshield and . Turn the band down for less windshield, blocking your vision. automatically controls the frequency sensitivity to moisture. of the windshield wiper. . Move the windshield wiper lever Sedan and Coupe Model Keep this area of the windshield out of the 3 position to clear of debris to allow for best K (Washer Fluid): Press the system performance. deactivate Rainsense. button with this symbol, on the end Wiper Arm Assembly Protection of the windshield washer lever to wash the windshield. The washer When using an automatic car wash, fluid sprays onto the windshield and move the windshield wiper lever to the wipers run for a few cycles to the ( position. This disables the clear the windshield. Press and windshield wipers and/or rear hold K for more wash cycles. wipers, if equipped. Sedan and Coupe Model Shown, Wagon Model Wagon Model Similar Pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield. The spray continues until the lever is released. The wipers will run a few times. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

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WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID Rear Window Wiper/ Z (Rear Wiper Delay Short): displays on the Driver Information Washer Sets a five‐second delay between Center (DIC) when the washer fluid wipes. is low. See Washer Fluid Messages For vehicles with a rear window 5 (Rear Wiper Delay Long): Sets on page 5‑45. wiper/washer, the controls are on the end of the windshield wiper a 10‐second delay between wipes. See Washer Fluid on page 10‑24 for information on filling the windshield lever. = (Rear Washer): Push the washer fluid reservoir. windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear If the headlamps are on while the window. The lever returns to its windshield is being washed, the starting position when released. headlamp washers, if the vehicle has them, will also turn on. See The windshield washer reservoir is used for the windshield and the rear “Headlamp Washer” following for more information. window. Check the fluid level in the reservoir if either washer is not Wiper Activated Headlamps working. See Washer Fluid on This feature activates the page 10‑24. headlamps and parking lamps after the windshield wipers have been in Headlamp Washer use for about six seconds. For this For vehicles with headlamp washers Press the upper or lower portion of feature to work, the exterior lamp they clear debris from the headlamp the button to control the rear wiper control must be in AUTO. lenses. and rear wiper delay. The wiper-activated headlamps immediately turn off, when the The system turns off when the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF or button is returned to the middle the windshield wiper control is position. turned off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

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when the washer button is pressed. To adjust for compass variance, use If the washer fluid is low, the the following procedure: headlamp washers will not work. Compass Variance (Zone) See Windshield Wiper/Washer on Procedure page 5 4 for more information. ‑ 1. Do not set the compass zone when the vehicle is moving. On Compass an automatic transmission The vehicle may have a compass in vehicle, only set it when the the Driver Information Center (DIC). vehicle is in P (Park). On a manual transmission vehicle, Compass Zone only set it when the vehicle is The headlamp washers are beneath The zone is set to zone eight. If you stopped. the headlamps. do not live in zone eight or drive out T V of the area, the variance needs to Press until PRESS TO Press the washer button at the end be changed to the appropriate zone. CHANGE COMPASS ZONE of the windshield wiper lever to displays. wash the headlamps. Both the headlamps and the windshield will be washed. After the first wash, the headlamps will not be washed until the fifth press of the windshield washer button. The headlamps must be on to be washed. If the headlamps are off, only the windshield will be washed Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

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5. Calibrate the compass. See the vehicle, move the magnetic “Compass Calibration item, then turn on the vehicle and Procedure” following. calibrate the compass. Compass Calibration Compass Calibration Procedure The compass can be manually 1. Before calibrating the compass, calibrated. Only calibrate the check that the compass is set to compass in a magnetically clean the correct variance zone. See and safe location, such as an open “Compass Variance (Zone) parking lot, where driving the Procedure” earlier in this vehicle in circles is not a danger. section. Also calibrate the compass, away Do not operate any switches from tall buildings, utility wires, 2. Find the vehicle's current such as window, sunroof, manhole covers, or other industrial climate controls, seats, etc. location and variance zone structures, if possible. number on the map. during the calibration procedure. If the DIC display does not show a T V Zones 1 through 15 are heading, for example, N for North, 2. Press until PRESS TO available. or the heading does not change CALIBRATE COMPASS displays. 3. Press V to scroll through and after making turns, there may be a select the appropriate strong magnetic field interfering with 3. Press V to start the compass the compass. Interference may be variance zone. calibration. caused by a magnetic antenna 4. Press 3 until the vehicle mount, magnetic note pad holder, heading, for example, N for or any other magnetic item. Turn off North, is displayed in the DIC. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (9,1)

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4. The DIC will display cause the clock to advance Remove the cover to access and CALIBRATING DRIVE IN faster. Release the button before replace when not in use. CIRCLES. Drive the vehicle in the desired time is reached. Notice: Leaving electrical tight circles at less than 3. Push and release either button equipment plugged in for an 8 km/h (5 mph) to complete the to adjust the time by one minute extended period of time while the calibration. The DIC will display increments. vehicle is off will drain the CALIBRATION COMPLETE for a battery. Always unplug electrical few seconds then returns to the Power Outlets equipment when not in use and PRESS V TO CALIBRATE do not plug in equipment that COMPASS display. Accessory power outlets can be exceeds the maximum 20 ampere used to plug in electrical equipment, rating. such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Clock Certain electrical accessories may The analog clock is on the There are three accessory power not be compatible with the instrument panel above the radio. outlets. The power outlets below the accessory power outlet and could The clock is not connected with any climate control system, inside the overload vehicle or adapter fuses. other vehicle system and runs by center console storage bin, and on If a problem is experienced, see itself. To adjust the clock: the rear of the center console are your dealer. powered while the vehicle is in ON/ 1. Locate the adjustment buttons RUN, START or ACC/ACCESSORY When adding electrical equipment, directly below the clock. mode, or until the driver door is be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with 2. Push and release the right opened within 10 minutes of turning the equipment. See Add-On adjustment button to move the off the vehicle. Electrical Equipment on page 9‑58. clock hands forward or the left On the CTS Wagon there is an adjustment button to make the additional accessory power outlet clock hands go backward. near the rear cargo net that is Holding either button down will powered at all times. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

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Notice: Hanging heavy Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there equipment from the power outlet could be a problem with a vehicle can cause damage not covered Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning by the vehicle warranty. The lights work together to indicate a power outlets are designed for Indicators problem with the vehicle. accessory power plugs only, such Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights as cell phone charge cords. signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while before it becomes serious enough driving, or when one of the gauges to cause an expensive repair or shows there may be a problem, replacement. Paying attention to the check the section that explains what warning lights and gauges could to do. Follow this manual's advice. prevent injury. Waiting to do repairs can be costly Warning lights come on when there and even dangerous. could be a problem with a vehicle function. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (11,1)

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Speedometer Trip Odometer The CTS-V tachometer has tracer lights that follow the movement of The speedometer shows the The trip odometer can record the the tachometer indicator. The tracer vehicle's speed in either kilometers number of kilometers or miles lights also flash when it is time to per hour (km/h) or miles per traveled for up to two trips. up-shift to avoid the engine speed hour (mph). The trip odometer is part of the limit. See Automatic Transmission Driver Information Center (DIC); for on page 9‑25 or Manual Odometer more information see Driver Transmission on page 9‑29 for more The odometer shows how far the Information Center (DIC) on information. vehicle has been driven, in either page 5‑27. kilometers or miles. For vehicles that have the Fuel Gauge This vehicle has a tamper‐resistant navigation system, see the odometer. The digital odometer will navigation manual for more read 999,999 if it is turned back. information. If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed, it must be set to the Tachometer mileage total of the old odometer. The tachometer displays the engine If that is not possible, then it must speed in revolutions per be set at zero and a label must be minute (rpm). put on the driver door to show the Notice: If the engine is operated old mileage reading when the new with the tachometer in the shaded odometer was installed. warning area, the vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be covered by the When the ignition is on, the fuel vehicle warranty. Do not operate gauge indicates how much fuel is the engine with the tachometer in left in the tank. the shaded warning area. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (14,1)

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An arrow on the fuel gauge Boost Gauge For the CTS-V, this gauge is in the indicates the side of the vehicle the instrument cluster. fuel door is on. This gauge indicates positive The FUEL LEVEL LOW message manifold pressure, which is the appears in the Driver Information induction air pressure level in the Center (DIC) and a single chime intake manifold before it enters the sounds. See Fuel System combustion chamber. This gauge Messages on page 5‑36 for more reads zero under light throttle before information. boost is generated. Normal operation of the fuel gauge The gauge automatically resets to includes: zero every time the engine is started. . At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. Metric Engine Speed Limiter . It takes a little more or less fuel This feature prevents the engine to fill up than the gauge speed from reaching an unsafe indicated. level. If the level is too high, the throttle closes or limits the fuel . The gauge moves a little while supply until the engine speed turning a corner or speeding up. returns to a safe level. Throttle . The gauge takes a few seconds operation and fuel supply return to to stabilize after the ignition is normal when engine speed is turned on, and goes back to lowered. empty when the ignition is turned off.

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For the CTS-V, the tachometer A reading outside the normal tracer lights flash prior to reaching operating range may be caused by engine speed limit. The tracer lights a dangerously low oil level or some also flash on automatic transmission other problem causing low oil vehicles while in the DSC or Tap pressure. Oil should be checked as Shift modes. soon as possible. See Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine under Engine Oil Engine Oil Pressure Messages on page 5‑35 and Engine Gauge Oil on page 10‑10. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine English oil low can also damage the For vehicles with an engine oil engine. The repairs would not be pressure gauge, it shows the engine covered by the vehicle warranty. oil pressure in kPa (kilopascals) Check the oil level as soon as or psi (pounds per square inch) possible. Add oil if required, but when the engine is running. if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil Oil pressure may vary with engine pressure is still low, have the speed, outside temperature, and oil vehicle serviced. Always follow viscosity, but if readings are outside the maintenance schedule for Metric the normal operating range, the oil changing engine oil. pressure light will come on. See Engine Oil Pressure Light on page 5‑25 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (16,1)

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Engine Coolant Safety Belt Reminders Temperature Gauge Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument cluster.

English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. If the engine When the vehicle is started, this Metric coolant overheats, the engine light flashes and a chime may come coolant temperature warning light on to remind the driver to fasten comes on. See Engine Coolant their safety belt. Then the light stays Temperature Warning Light on on solid until the belt is buckled. page 5‑24 and Engine Overheating This cycle may continue several on page 10‑22 for more information. times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the driver safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (17,1)

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Passenger Safety Belt If the passenger safety belt is Reminder Light buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger The front passenger safety belt airbag status indicator. See warning light and chime may turn on Passenger Sensing System on if an object is put on the seat such page 3‑27. as a briefcase, handbag, grocery The airbag readiness light comes on bag, laptop, or other electronic for several seconds when the device. To turn off the warning light vehicle is started. If the light does and/or chime, remove the object not come on then, have it fixed from the seat or buckle the immediately. safety belt. { WARNING Airbag Readiness Light If the airbag readiness light stays When the vehicle is started, this This light shows if there is an on after the vehicle is started or light flashes and a chime may come electrical problem with the airbag comes on while driving, it means on to remind passengers to fasten system. The system check includes the airbag system might not be their safety belt. Then the light stays the airbag sensor(s), passenger on solid until the belt is buckled. sensing system, the pretensioners, working properly. The airbags in This cycle continues several times if the airbag modules, the wiring, and the vehicle might not inflate in a the passenger remains or becomes the crash sensing and diagnostic crash, or they could even inflate unbuckled while the vehicle is module. For more information on the without a crash. To help avoid moving. airbag system, see Airbag System injury, have the vehicle serviced on page 3‑20. right away. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (18,1)

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If there is a problem with the airbag If the word OFF or the off symbol is system, a Driver Information Center lit on the passenger airbag status (DIC) message may also come on. indicator, it means that the See Airbag System Messages on passenger sensing system has page 5‑43. turned off the outboard front passenger frontal airbag. Passenger Airbag Status Canada and Mexico If, after several seconds, both status Indicator When the vehicle is started, the indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a The vehicle has a passenger passenger airbag status indicator problem with the lights or the sensing system. See Passenger will light the words ON and OFF, passenger sensing system. See Sensing System on page 3 27 for or the symbols for on and off, for ‑ your dealer for service. important safety information. The several seconds as a system check. instrument panel has a passenger If the vehicle has remote start, and it airbag status indicator. is being used to start the vehicle { WARNING from a distance, you may not see the system check. Then, after If the airbag readiness light ever several more seconds, the status comes on and stays on, it means indicator will light either ON or OFF, that something may be wrong or either the on or off symbol, to let with the airbag system. To help you know the status of the right front avoid injury to yourself or others, passenger frontal airbag. have the vehicle serviced right United States If the word ON or the on symbol is away. See Airbag Readiness lit on the passenger airbag status Light on page 5‑17 for more indicator, it means that the outboard information, including important front passenger frontal airbag is safety information. enabled (may inflate). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (19,1)

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Charging System Light If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Malfunction Indicator Lamp This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not A computer system called OBD II running, as a check to show it is The charging system light comes on (On-Board Diagnostics-Second briefly when the ignition is turned working. If it does not, have the Generation) monitors the operation vehicle serviced by your dealer. on, but the engine is not running, as of the vehicle to ensure emissions a check to show the light is working. are at acceptable levels, helping to If the malfunction indicator lamp The light turns off when the engine maintain a clean environment. The comes on while the engine is is started. If it does not, have the malfunction indicator lamp comes running, this indicates that the OBD vehicle serviced by your dealer. on when the vehicle is placed in II system has detected a problem If the light stays on, or comes on ON/RUN, as a check to show it is and diagnosis and service might be while driving, there may be a working. If it does not, have the required. problem with the electrical charging vehicle serviced by your dealer. See Malfunctions often are indicated by system. Have it checked by your Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) the system before any problem is dealer. Driving while this light is on on page 9‑15 or Ignition Positions apparent. Being aware of the light could drain the battery. (Key Access) on page 9‑17 for more can prevent more serious damage information. When this light comes on, the Driver to the vehicle. This system also Information Center (DIC) also assists the service technician in displays a message. correctly diagnosing any malfunction. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5‑31. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (20,1)

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Notice: If the vehicle is This light comes on during a Light On Steady: An emission continually driven with this light malfunction in one of two ways: control system malfunction has on, the emission controls might Light Flashing: A misfire condition been detected on the vehicle. not work as well, the vehicle fuel has been detected. A misfire Diagnosis and service might be economy might not be as good, increases vehicle emissions and required. and the engine might not run as could damage the emission control The following may correct an smoothly. This could lead to system on the vehicle. Diagnosis emission control system costly repairs that might not be and service might be required. malfunction: covered by the vehicle warranty. To prevent more serious damage to . Check that the fuel cap is fully Notice: Modifications made to the the vehicle: installed. See Filling the Tank on engine, transmission, exhaust, page 9 50. The diagnostic . Reduce vehicle speed. ‑ intake, or fuel system of the system can determine if the fuel vehicle or the replacement of the . Avoid hard accelerations. cap has been left off or original tires with other than . Avoid steep uphill grades. improperly installed. A loose or those of the same Tire missing fuel cap allows fuel to Performance Criteria (TPC) can . If towing a trailer, reduce the evaporate into the atmosphere. affect the vehicle's emission amount of cargo being hauled as A few driving trips with the cap controls and can cause this light soon as it is possible. properly installed should turn the to come on. Modifications to light off. these systems could lead to If the light continues to flash, find a costly repairs not covered by the safe place to stop and park the . Check that good quality fuel is vehicle warranty. This could also vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at used. Poor fuel quality causes result in a failure to pass a least 10 seconds, and restart the the engine not to run as required Emission Inspection/ engine. If the light is still flashing, efficiently as designed and may Maintenance test. See follow the previous steps and see cause stalling after start-up, Accessories and Modifications on your dealer for service as soon as stalling when the vehicle is possible. page 10‑3. changed into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (21,1)

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or stumbling on acceleration. happen if the 12-volt battery has These conditions might go away recently been replaced or run once the engine is warmed up. down. The diagnostic system is If one or more of these conditions designed to evaluate critical occurs, change the fuel brand used. emission control systems during It may require at least one full tank normal driving. This can take of the proper fuel to turn the light off. several days of routine driving. The DLC is under the instrument If this has been done and the See Recommended Fuel on panel to the next to the steering vehicle still does not pass the page 9‑48. wheel. See your dealer if assistance inspection for lack of OBD II is needed. If none of the above have made the system readiness, your dealer light turn off, your dealer can check The vehicle may not pass can prepare the vehicle for the vehicle. The dealer has the inspection if: inspection. proper test equipment and . The malfunction indicator lamp is diagnostic tools to fix any on with the engine running, or if Brake System Warning mechanical or electrical problems the light does not come on when Light that might have developed. the ignition is turned to ON/RUN The vehicle brake system consists while the engine is off. See your Emissions Inspection and of two hydraulic circuits. If one dealer for assistance in verifying circuit is not working, the remaining Maintenance Programs proper operation of the circuit can still work to stop the Depending on where you live, your malfunction indicator lamp. vehicle. For normal braking vehicle may be required to . The OBD II (On-Board performance, both circuits need to participate in an emission control Diagnostics) system determines be working system inspection and maintenance that critical emission control If the warning light comes on, there program. For the inspection, the systems have not been is a brake problem. Have the brake emission system test equipment will completely diagnosed. The system inspected right away. likely connect to the vehicle's Data vehicle would be considered not Link Connector (DLC). ready for inspection. This can Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (22,1)

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{ WARNING

The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system Metric English For vehicles with the Electric warning light on can lead to a Parking Brake (EPB), this parking crash. If the light is still on after This light should come on briefly brake warning light should come on when the ignition is placed in ON/ the vehicle has been pulled off briefly when ignition is placed in ON/ RUN. If it does not come on then, the road and carefully stopped, RUN. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to have the vehicle towed for have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. service. warn if there is a problem. When the ignition is on, the brake If this parking brake light comes on, system warning light also comes on For vehicles with the Electric there is a problem with a system on when the parking brake is set. Parking Brake (EPB), this red brake the vehicle that is causing the The light flashes or stays on if the status light comes on when the parking brake system to work at a parking brake is not fully released. parking brake is applied. If the light reduced level. The vehicle can still continues flashing after the parking be driven, but should be taken to a If the light stays on after the parking brake is released, or while driving, dealer brake is fully released, there is a there is a problem with the Electric base brake problem. Parking Brake system. See Brake Assist (Except CTS-V) on page 9‑36 for more information. If the light does not come on, or remains flashing, see your dealer. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (23,1)

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Antilock Brake System brakes, but not antilock brakes. For the CTS-V, the tracer lights If the regular brake system warning function as a performance up-shift (ABS) Warning Light light is also on, the vehicle does not light. have antilock brakes and there is a The tracers flash to indicate when to problem with the regular brakes. shift to the next higher gear to avoid See Brake System Warning Light on the engine speed limit. See page 5‑21. Automatic Transmission on For vehicles with a Driver page 9‑25 or Manual Transmission Information Center (DIC), see Driver on page 9‑29 for more information. Information Center (DIC) on The Antilock Brake System (ABS), ® page 5‑27 for all brake-related DIC StabiliTrak OFF Light this light comes on briefly when the messages. engine is started. If the light does not come on, have it Up-Shift Light fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off. If the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is This light comes on briefly while safely possible and turn the ignition starting the engine. If it does not, off. A chime may also sound when have the vehicle serviced by your the light comes on steady. If this The vehicle may have an up-shift dealer. happens, start the engine again to light. It indicates when to shift to the reset the system. If the ABS light This light comes on when the next higher gear for best fuel StabiliTrak system is turned off. stays on, or comes on again while economy. driving, the vehicle needs service. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction If the regular brake system warning See Manual Transmission on Control System (TCS) is also off. light is not on, the vehicle still has page 9‑29 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (24,1)

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If the TCS is off, the system does If the light does not come on, have Engine Coolant not assist in controlling the vehicle. the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak If the system is working normally, Temperature Warning systems and the warning light the indicator light turns off. Light turns off. If the light is on and not flashing, the See Traction Control System (TCS) TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak on page 9‑36 and StabiliTrak® system have been disabled. A DIC System on page 9‑37. message may display. Check the DIC messages to determine which Traction Control System feature(s) is no longer functioning (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light and whether the vehicle requires service. The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on briefly when If the indicator/warning light is on the vehicle is started. and flashing, the TCS and/or the StabiliTrak system is actively If it does not, have the vehicle working. serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the See StabiliTrak® System on indicator light then goes off. page 9‑37 and Traction Control The StabiliTrak or Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑36. If the light comes on and stays on System (TCS) indicator/warning while driving, the vehicle may have light comes on briefly when the a problem with the cooling system. engine is started. Stop and turn off the vehicle to avoid damage to the engine. A warning chime sounds when this light is on. See Engine Overheating on page 10‑22 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (25,1)

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Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle. The oil pressure light should come See Tire Pressure Monitor on briefly as the engine is started. For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Operation on page 10‑70. If it does not come on, have the Monitor System (TPMS), this light vehicle serviced by your dealer. comes on briefly when the engine is Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it started. It provides information Notice: Lack of proper engine oil means that oil is not flowing through about tire pressures and the TPMS. maintenance can damage the the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have When the Light Is On Steady engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the some other system problem. See This indicates that one or more of engine. The repairs would not be your dealer. the tires are significantly covered by the vehicle warranty. underinflated. Check the oil level as soon as A Driver Information Center (DIC) possible. Add oil if required, but tire pressure message may also if the oil level is within the display. See Tire Messages on operating range and the oil page 5‑43. Stop as soon as pressure is still low, have the possible, and inflate the tires to the vehicle serviced. Always follow pressure value shown on the Tire the maintenance schedule for and Loading Information label. See changing engine oil. Tire Pressure on page 10‑67. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (26,1)

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Security Light For information regarding this light Front Fog Lamp Light and the vehicle's security system, see Vehicle Alarm System on page 2‑22. High-Beam On Light

The security light should come on The fog lamp light comes on when briefly as the engine is started. If the the fog lamps are in use. system is working normally, the The light goes out when the fog indicator light turns off. If it does not lamps are turned off. See Fog come on, have the vehicle serviced Lamps on page 6‑5. by your dealer. The high‐beam on light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are If the light stays on and the engine in use. Lamps On Reminder does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent See Headlamp High/Low-Beam system. Changer on page 6‑2 for more information. This light is also used to indicate the status of the anti-theft alarm system when the ignition is turned off. The light will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more This light comes on whenever the of the monitored entry points is not parking lamps are on. closed. The light will stay on if the alarm is arming and all entry points See Exterior Lamps Off Reminder are closed. on page 6‑2 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (27,1)

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Cruise Control Light Information Displays If a problem is detected, a warning message appears on the display. All messages should be taken Driver Information seriously; clearing the message Center (DIC) does not correct the problem. The Driver Information Center (DIC) DIC Operation and Displays provides status of many vehicle systems. The DIC displays warning/ This light comes on whenever the status messages. The DIC display cruise control is active. is at the bottom of the instrument cluster. The DIC buttons are on the The light goes out when the cruise instrument panel next to the control is turned off. See Cruise steering wheel. Control on page 9‑39 for more information. The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. After a short delay, the DIC displays the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off. The top line of the DIC display shows the DIC information. The Press the DIC buttons to access the bottom line shows the compass. different displays. The compass displays in the trip/ 3 (Trip/Fuel): Press to scroll fuel menus and in some vehicle through the trip and fuel displays. information menus. See “Trip/Fuel Display Menu Items” following for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (28,1)

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T (Vehicle Information): Press Trip A or Trip B If the fuel is low, the FUEL LEVEL to scroll through the vehicle Displays the current distance LOW message displays. See “Fuel information displays. See “Vehicle traveled since the last reset for each Level Low” under Fuel System Information Display Menu Items” trip odometer in either Messages on page 5‑36 for more following for more information. kilometers (km) or miles (mi). Both information. U (Customization): Press to scroll odometers can be used at the same AVG (Average) Economy through each of the customization time. Reset each trip odometer to zero by pressing and holding the Displays the approximate average features. See Vehicle liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) Personalization on page 5‑46 for set/reset button when Trip A or Trip B is displayed. or miles per gallon (mpg). The more information. calculation is based on the number V (Set/Reset): Press to reset Fuel Range of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since certain DIC features and to Displays the approximate remaining the last time this display was reset. acknowledge and clear DIC warning kilometers (km) or miles (mi) you Press the set/reset button to reset messages. can drive without refilling the fuel to zero. y or z (Menu Up/Down): Press tank. This estimate is based on the Timer to scroll up and down the menu current driving conditions and Can be used to measure time. For items. changes if the driving conditions change. For example, freeway example, timing how long it takes to Trip/Fuel Display Menu Items driving may produce better fuel travel from one point to another. To 3 economy than city driving with access the timer, press the trip/fuel (Trip/Fuel): Press to display button until Timer 00:00:00 displays. the following menu items: frequent stops, so the range would adjust for that. To turn on the timer, press the set/ Odometer Once the range drops below about reset button. Displays the distance the vehicle 48 km (30 mi) remaining, the display To turn off the timer, press the set/ has been driven in either shows Low Range. reset button again. The timer kilometers (km) or miles (mi). displays the end timing value. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (29,1)

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To reset the timer to zero, press and Blank Display The Oil Life must be reset after hold the set/reset button. This display shows no information. each oil change. Avoid accidental resetting of the Oil Life system. Inst (Instantaneous) Economy Vehicle Information Display It cannot be reset accurately until Displays the current fuel economy in Menu Items the next oil change. To reset the either liters per 100 kilometers engine oil life system, See Engine T (Vehicle Information): Press (L/100 km) or miles per Oil Life System on page 10‑12. The gallon (mpg). This number changes to display the following menu items: system is reset when 100% frequently as driving conditions Oil Life Remaining displays. change. It cannot be reset. If the vehicle has this display, it Units AVG (Average) Speed shows the estimated oil life Select to display English or metric Displays the average speed of the remaining. If you see 99% Oil Life units of measure. Press the set/ vehicle in either kilometers per Remaining on the display, that reset button to select when units is hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). means that 99% of the current oil displayed. This calculation is based on the life remains. Parking Assist various vehicle speeds recorded When the oil life is depleted, the since the last reset of this display. Change Engine Oil Soon message If the vehicle has the Ultrasonic Press the set/reset button to reset displays. Change the oil as soon as Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, to zero. possible. Additional maintenance is this display allows the system to be also recommended in the turned on or off. Once in this Speedometer Maintenance Schedule in this display, press the set/reset button to Displays a digital speedometer in manual. See Maintenance Schedule select between On or Off. The the DIC. The speed displays in on page 11‑3 and Engine Oil on URPA system automatically turns either kilometers per hour (km/h) or page 10‑10. back on after each vehicle start. miles per hour (mph). To change the units from English to metric, see “Units” later in this section. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (30,1)

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When the URPA system is turned See Tire Pressure on page 10‑67 select between ON or OFF. If you off and the vehicle is shifted out of and Tire Messages on page 5‑43 for choose ON, the system will be P (Park), the DIC displays the more information. turned on. If you choose OFF, the PARKING ASSIST OFF message as system will be turned off. When the a reminder that the system has Battery Voltage SBZA system is turned off, the DIC been turned off. See Object This display shows the current will display the SIDE BLIND ZONE Detection System Messages on battery voltage. The vehicle's ALERT SYSTEM OFF message as page 5‑39 and Ultrasonic Parking charging system regulates voltage a reminder that the system has Assist on page 9‑42 for more based on the state of the battery. been turned off. See Object information. The battery voltage may fluctuate Detection System Messages on when viewing this information on the page 5‑39 and Side Blind Zone Alert Tire Pressure DIC. This is normal. (SBZA) on page 9‑43 for more Tire pressure is displayed in the DIC If there is a problem with the battery information. for each tire in either charging system, the charging Calibrate Compass kilopascals (kPa) or pounds per system light illuminates and/or the square inch (psi). Press the vehicle DIC displays a message. See The vehicle may have this feature. information button until the DIC Charging System Light on The compass can be manually displays Front Tire kPa (PSI) Left ## calibrated. To calibrate the compass page 5‑19, Battery Voltage and Right ##. Press the vehicle through the DIC, see Compass on Charging Messages on page 5‑31 information button again until the and Battery Load Management on page 5‑7. DIC displays Rear Tire kPa (PSI) page 6‑8 for more information. Left ## Right ##. Change Compass Zone If a low tire pressure condition is Side Blind Zone Alert The vehicle may have this feature. detected by the system while If your vehicle has the Side Blind To change the compass zone driving, a message to add air Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this through the DIC, see Compass on to a specific tire displays. display allows the system to be page 5‑7. turned on or off. Once in this display, press the set/reset button to Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (31,1)

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Trans (Transmission) Temp Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and (Temperature) (CTS-V Only) Messages displayed on the DIC Charging Messages This display shows the transmission indicate the status of the vehicle or fluid temperature in either degrees BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE some action that may be needed to Celsius (°C) or degrees correct a condition. Multiple This message displays when the Fahrenheit (°F). messages may appear one after system detects that the battery Oil Pressure (CTS-V Only) another. voltage is dropping below expected levels. The battery saver system This display shows the oil pressure The messages that do not require starts reducing certain features of in either kilopascals (kPa) or pounds immediate action can be the vehicle that may be noticeable. per square inch (psi). acknowledged and cleared by V At the point that the features are Lateral Acceleration (CTS-V Only) pressing (Set/Reset). disabled, this message is displayed. The messages that require It means that the vehicle is trying to Lateral Acceleration measures the save the charge in the battery. force of a turn or corner. For immediate action cannot be cleared example, when turning right, it until that action is performed. Turn off all unnecessary forces to the left. This gauge All messages should be taken accessories to allow the battery to displays the “g” force from 0.0 g seriously; clearing the message recharge. to 2.0 g. does not correct the problem. The normal battery voltage range is Blank Display The following are the possible 11.5 to 15.5 volts. You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by This display shows no information. messages and some information about them. pressing the vehicle information DIC Compass button until Battery Voltage is displayed. The vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Compass on page 5‑7 for information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (32,1)

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BATTERY VOLTS LOW The normal battery voltage range is Brake System Messages 11.5 to 15.5 volts. Monitor battery This message displays when the voltage on the DIC by pressing the PARK BRAKE RELEASED electrical system is charging less vehicle information button until than 10 volts or the battery has For vehicles with the electric parking Battery Voltage is displayed. been drained. brake, this message displays when the parking brake has been If this message appears SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM released from the set position. See immediately after starting the the electric parking brake engine, it is possible that the This message displays when there information under Parking Brake generator can still recharge the is a problem with the generator and (Electric) on page 9 33 or Parking battery. The battery should recharge ‑ battery charging systems. Driving Brake (Manual) on page 9‑33. while driving, but may take a few with this problem could drain the hours to do so. Consider using an battery. Turn off all unnecessary PARK BRAKE SET auxiliary charger to boost the accessories. Stop and turn off the For vehicles with the electric parking battery after returning home or vehicle as soon as it is safe to do brake, this message displays when arriving at a final destination. Make so. Have the electrical system the parking brake has been applied sure you follow the manufacturer's checked by your dealer. Under to the set position. See the electric instructions. certain conditions, the charging parking brake information under If this message appears while system light may also turn on in the Parking Brake (Electric) on driving or after starting the vehicle instrument cluster. See Charging page 9‑33 or Parking Brake and stays on, have it checked System Light on page 5‑19. (Manual) on page 9‑33. immediately to determine the cause of this problem. To help the generator recharge the battery quickly, reduce the load on the electrical system by turning off the accessories. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (33,1)

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PRESS BRAKE TO START SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 21. This message may also ENGINE (AUTOMATIC This message displays if there is a ‑ be displayed for other brake system TRANSMISSION ONLY) problem with the brake system. The problems. Have the brake system brake system warning light and the If the vehicle has the keyless serviced by your dealer as soon as antilock brake system (ABS) access system, this message possible. displays if you try to start the engine warning light may also display on without having the brake pressed. the instrument cluster. See Brake SERVICE PARK BRAKE The brake needs to be pressed System Warning Light on page 5‑21 and Antilock Brake System (ABS) For vehicles with the electric parking when starting the engine. See brake, this message displays if a Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) Warning Light on page 5‑23. Stop as soon as possible and turn off the problem is detected with the electric on page 9‑15 or Ignition Positions parking brake system. See your (Key Access) on page 9‑17. vehicle. Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC dealer for service. RELEASE PARK BRAKE display. If the message displays STEP ON BRAKE TO SWITCH immediately or again after you begin RELEASE PARK BRAKE For vehicles with the electric parking driving, the brake system needs service. See your dealer as soon as For vehicles with the electric parking brake, this message displays if the brake, this message displays if you switch is pulled while the vehicle is possible. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) on page 9‑32. try to release the park brake system moving. See the electric parking without first pressing the brake brake information under Parking SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM pedal. See the electric parking Brake (Electric) on page 9‑33 or brake information under Parking Parking Brake (Manual) on This message displays, while the Brake (Electric) on page 9‑33 or page 9‑33. ignition is on, when the brake fluid level is low. The brake system Parking Brake (Manual) on warning light on the instrument page 9‑33. panel cluster also comes on. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (34,1)

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Compass Messages Door Ajar Messages REAR ACCESS OPEN (Wagon) CALIBRATING DRIVE IN DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message displays when the CIRCLES liftgate is not closed completely. This message displays when the Make sure that the liftgate is closed This message displays when driver door is not closed completely. completely. calibrating the compass. Drive the Close the door completely. vehicle in circles at less than 8 km/h RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN HOOD OPEN (5 mph) to complete the calibration. This message displays when the See Compass on page 5‑7 for more This message displays when the passenger side rear door is not information. hood is not closed completely. Make closed completely. Make sure that sure that the hood is closed the door is closed completely. CALIBRATION COMPLETE completely. This message displays when the TRUNK OPEN (Sedan and compass calibration is complete. LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN Coupe) See Compass on page 5‑7 for more This message displays when the This message displays when the information. driver side rear door is not closed trunk is not closed completely. Make completely. Make sure that the door sure that the trunk is closed Cruise Control Messages is closed completely. completely. PASSENGER DOOR OPEN CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH Engine Cooling System (KM/H) This message displays when the Messages This message displays whenever passenger side front door is not the cruise control is set. See Cruise closed completely. Make sure that ENGINE HOT A/C (AIR Control on page 9‑39 for more the door is closed completely. CONDITIONING) OFF information. This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (35,1)

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See Engine Coolant Temperature This message displays when the When you reset the CHANGE Gauge on page 5‑16. To avoid engine coolant temperature is too ENGINE OIL SOON message by added strain on a hot engine, the air hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to clearing it from the display, you still conditioning compressor idle until it cools down. If the must reset the engine oil life system automatically turns off. When the message does not clear in a few separately. For more information on coolant temperature returns to minutes or if the overheat light stays resetting the engine oil life system, normal, the air conditioning on, shut the vehicle off and have it see Engine Oil Life System on compressor turns back on. You can serviced before driving again. See page 10‑12. continue to drive the vehicle. Engine Coolant Temperature ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL If this message continues to appear, Warning Light on page 5‑24. have the system repaired by your See Overheated Engine Protection On some vehicles, this message dealer as soon as possible to avoid Operating Mode on page 10‑23 for displays if the oil level in the vehicle damage to the engine. information on driving to a safe is low. Check the oil level before place in an emergency. filling to the recommended level. ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE You may need to let the vehicle cool ENGINE Engine Oil Messages or warm up and cycle the ignition to be sure this message clears. If the Notice: If you drive the vehicle oil is not low and this message while the engine is overheating, CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON continues to be displayed, take the severe engine damage may When this message displays, it vehicle to your dealer for service. occur. If an overheat warning means that service is required for appears on the instrument cluster the vehicle. See your dealer. See This message clears itself after and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as Maintenance Schedule on 10 seconds, until the next ignition soon as possible. Do not increase page 11‑3 and Engine Oil on cycle. See Engine Oil on the engine speed above normal page 10‑10. page 10‑10. idling speed. See Engine Overheating on page 10‑22 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (36,1)

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OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW Notice: If you drive the vehicle while the engine oil pressure is This message displays when the This message displays when the low, severe engine damage may engine power is being reduced to vehicle is low on fuel. Refill the fuel occur. If a low oil pressure protect the engine from damage. tank as soon as possible. A chime warning appears on the There could be several malfunctions may sound when this message instrument cluster and/or DIC, that might cause this message. displays. See Filling the Tank on stop the vehicle as soon as Reduced engine power can affect page 9‑50. the vehicle's ability to accelerate. possible. Do not drive the vehicle TIGHTEN GAS CAP until the cause of the low oil If this message is on, but there is no pressure is corrected. See Engine reduction in performance, proceed This message displays when the Oil on page 10‑10 for more to your destination. The fuel cap has not been fully information. performance may be reduced the tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to next time the vehicle is driven. The ensure that it is on and tightened This message displays when the vehicle may be driven at a reduced properly. vehicle's engine oil pressure is low. speed while this message is on, but The oil pressure light may also acceleration and speed may be Key and Lock Messages appear on the instrument cluster. reduced. Anytime this message See Engine Oil Pressure Light on stays on, take the vehicle to your ACCESSORY MODE ACTIVE page 5‑25. See Engine Oil on dealer for service as soon as page 10‑10. If the vehicle has the keyless possible. access system, this message Stop the vehicle immediately, as displays when the accessory mode engine damage can result from is active. See Ignition Positions driving a vehicle with low oil (Keyless Access) on page 9‑15 or pressure. Have the vehicle serviced Ignition Positions (Key Access) on by your dealer as soon as possible page 9‑17 for more information. when this message is displayed. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (37,1)

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ELECTRONIC KEY ALREADY interference. Examples of these KNOWN devices are cell phones and cell phone chargers, two-way radios, If the vehicle has the keyless power inverters, or similar items. access system, this message Try moving the keyless access displays if you try to match a transmitter away from these transmitter that has already been devices when starting the learned. See the keyless access vehicle. In addition, PDA devices information for Remote Keyless and remote garage and gate Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key openers may also generate Access) on page 2‑4 or Remote Electromagnetic Interference Keyless Entry (RKE) System (EMI) that may interfere with the Operation (Keyless Access) on keyless access transmitter. Do page 2‑6 for more information. not carry the keyless access If moving the transmitter to different locations within the ELECTRONIC KEY NOT transmitter in the same pocket or bag as these devices. vehicle does not help, place the DETECTED transmitter in the center console . If the vehicle has the keyless The vehicle is experiencing transmitter pocket with the access system, this message Electromagnetic Interference buttons facing the front of the displays if the vehicle does not (EMI). Some locations, such as vehicle and then start the detect the presence of a transmitter airports, automatic toll booths, vehicle. and some gas stations have EMI when you have attempted to start . The vehicle's battery voltage is the vehicle or a vehicle door has fields which may interfere with the keyless access transmitter. low. The battery voltage must be just closed. The following conditions above 10 volts for the keyless may cause this message to appear: access transmitter to be . Driver-added equipment plugged detected properly. into the accessory power outlet on the center console is causing Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (38,1)

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ELECTRONIC KEY NOT transmitters to the vehicle. See the transmitters to the vehicle. See the DETECTED RESTART Keyless Access information for keyless access information for ALLOWED Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on System Operation (Key Access) on If the vehicle has the keyless page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry access system, this message (RKE) System Operation (Keyless (RKE) System Operation (Keyless displays when the keyless access Access) on page 2‑6 for more Access) on page 2‑6 for more transmitter is not detected inside the information. information. vehicle while you are trying to turn the ignition off. The vehicle may be MAXIMUM # ELECTRONIC READY TO LEARN near a strong radio antenna signal KEYS LEARNED ELECTRONIC KEY # X causing the keyless access system If the vehicle has the keyless If the vehicle has the keyless to be jammed. If you have the access system, this message access system, this message keyless access transmitter with you, displays when the maximum displays while matching new get out of the vehicle and lock the number of transmitters have been transmitters to the vehicle. See the doors. If you do not have the learned. See the Keyless Access keyless access information for keyless access transmitter with you, information for Remote Keyless Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) you will be able to start the vehicle Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key System Operation (Key Access) on again within five minutes, or after Access) on page 2 4 or Remote page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry the vehicle's content theft-deterrent ‑ ‑ Keyless Entry (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation (Keyless system is armed. See Starting the Operation (Keyless Access) on Access) on page 2 6 for more Engine on page 9 19 for more ‑ ‑ page 2 6 for more information. information. information. ‑ PRESS START CONTROL TO REPLACE BATTERY IN LEARN DELAY ACTIVE WAIT LEARN KEYS REMOTE KEY XX MIN (MINUTES) If the vehicle has the keyless This message displays when the If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this message battery in the Remote Keyless Entry access system, this message displays when matching new (RKE) or keyless access transmitter displays when matching new Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (39,1)

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needs to be replaced. To replace with this feature. See your dealer. TURN SIGNAL ON the battery, see Battery “ This message displays as a Replacement under Remote ” Lamp Messages reminder to turn off the turn signal if Keyless Entry (RKE) System you drive the vehicle for more than Operation (Key Access) on AFL (ADAPTIVE FORWARD about 1.6 km (1 mi) with a turn signal page 2 4 or Remote Keyless Entry LIGHTING) LAMPS NEED ‑ on. A multiple chime sounds when (RKE) System Operation (Keyless SERVICE this message displays. Access) on page 2 6. ‑ This message displays when the ROTATE CONTROL TO OFF Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) Object Detection System POSITION system is disabled and needs Messages service. See your dealer. See If the vehicle has the keyless Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) on PARKING ASSIST BLOCKED access system, this message page 6‑4 for more information. displays when the ignition is in SEE OWNER'S MANUAL ACC/ACCESSORY and the shift AUTOMATIC LIGHT If the vehicle has the Ultrasonic lever has just been moved to CONTROL OFF Rear Park Assist (URPA) system, P (Park). The message displays as This message displays when the this message displays if there is a reminder to turn the ignition off. To automatic headlamps are turned off. something interfering with the park avoid draining the battery, make assist system. See Ultrasonic sure the ignition is turned off before AUTOMATIC LIGHT Parking Assist on page 9‑42 for leaving the vehicle. CONTROL ON more information. SERVICE KEYLESS START This message displays when the SYSTEM automatic headlamps are turned on. If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this message displays when there is a problem Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (40,1)

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PARKING ASSIST OFF after continued driving, the system Ride Control System needs service. Take the vehicle to After the vehicle has been started, your dealer. Messages this message displays to remind the driver that the URPA system has SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF been turned off. This message also SYSTEM OFF If the vehicle has the All-Wheel displays when there is a temporary Drive (AWD) system, this message This message indicates that the condition causing the system to be displays when there is a temporary driver has turned the system off. disabled. See Ultrasonic Parking condition making the AWD system Assist on page 9‑42. Press the set/ SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT unavailable. The vehicle will run in reset button to acknowledge this SYSTEM TEMPORARILY 2WD. This could be caused by: message and clear it from the DIC UNAVAILABLE . display. Loss of wheel or vehicle speed This message indicates that the . AWD system overheat SERVICE PARKING ASSIST SBZA system is disabled because . Certain vehicle electrical the sensor is blocked and cannot This message displays if there is a conditions problem with the Ultrasonic Rear detect vehicles in the blind zone. Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do The sensor may be blocked by mud, This message turns off when the not use this system to help you dirt, snow, ice, or slush. This above conditions are no longer park. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist message may also activate during present and the warning message is on page 9‑42 for more information. heavy rain or due to road spray. The reset. See your dealer for service. vehicle does not need service. For To reset the warning message, turn cleaning, see Exterior Care on the ignition off and then back on SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE page 10‑107. ALERT SYSTEM again after 30 seconds. If the message stays on, see your dealer If this message appears, both SBZA right away. See All-Wheel Drive on displays will remain on indicating page 9‑31. there is a problem with the SBZA system. If these displays remain on Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (41,1)

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SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE heavier, but you will still be able to See Magnetic Ride Control on steer the vehicle. See Steering on page 9 38. Have the vehicle This message displays if a problem ‑ page 9 4. serviced by your dealer. occurs with the All-Wheel Drive ‑ (AWD) system. The vehicle will run SERVICE STABILITRAK SERVICE TRACTION in 2WD. This could be caused by: This message displays if there has CONTROL . An electronics problem been a problem detected with the This message displays when there . An AWD system oil overheat StabiliTrak® system. The TCS/ is a problem with the Traction StabiliTrak warning light on the Control System (TCS). The TCS/ . Worn out or overheated clutch instrument cluster also comes on. StabiliTrak warning light on the plates If this message comes on while you instrument cluster also comes on. . Various electrical issues are driving, pull off the road as soon When this message displays, the system will not limit wheel spin. If this message appears, stop as as possible and stop carefully. Try Adjust your driving accordingly. See soon as possible and turn off the resetting the system by turning the your dealer for service. See Traction ignition for 30 seconds. Restart the ignition off then back on. If this Control System (TCS) on vehicle and check for the message message still stays on or comes page 9 36. on the DIC display. If the message back on again while you are driving, ‑ still displays or appears again when the vehicle needs service. Have the STABILITRAK you begin driving, the system needs StabiliTrak system inspected by COMPETITIVE MODE service. See your dealer right away. your dealer as soon as possible. See StabiliTrak® System on This message displays when the SERVICE POWER STEERING page 9‑37. Competitive Driving Mode is This message displays if a problem selected. When in this mode, the SERVICE SUSPENSION Traction Control System (TCS) will is detected with the speed variable SYSTEM assist steering system. When this not be operating and the TCS/ message is displayed, you may This message displays when StabiliTrak warning light will turn on. notice that the effort required to there is a problem with the steer the vehicle increases or feels Magnetic Ride Control system. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (42,1)

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Adjust your driving accordingly. See There are several conditions that SUSPENSION MODE SPORT Competitive Driving Mode on can cause this message to appear: (CTS-V ONLY) page 9‑38. . If there is overheating, which This message will be displayed STABILITRAK NOT READY could occur if StabiliTrak when sport mode is selected using activates continuously for an the Magnetic Ride Control button in This message may display after first extended period of time. the center of the instrument panel. driving the vehicle and exceeding . See Magnetic Ride Control on 30 km/h (19 mph) for 30 seconds. If the brake system warning light page 9 38. The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light is on. See Brake System ‑ on the instrument cluster also Warning Light on page 5‑21. SUSPENSION MODE TOUR comes on. The StabiliTrak system is . If the stability system takes (CTS-V ONLY) not functional until the message has longer than usual to complete its ® This message will be displayed turned off. See StabiliTrak System diagnostic checks due to driving when touring mode is selected on page 9‑37. conditions. using the Magnetic Ride Control STABILITRAK OFF . If an engine or vehicle-related button in the center of the problem has been detected and This message displays when you instrument panel. See Magnetic the vehicle needs service. See turn off StabiliTrak, or when the Ride Control on page 9‑38. your dealer. stability control system has been TRACTION CONTROL OFF automatically disabled. The TCS/ The message turns off as soon as StabiliTrak warning light on the the conditions that caused the This message displays when the instrument cluster also comes on. message to be displayed are no traction control system has been longer present. turned off. To realize the full benefits of the stability enhancement system, you should normally leave StabiliTrak on. To turn StabiliTrak on or off, see StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑37. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (43,1)

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Airbag System Messages START ABORTED BY THEFT SERVICE VEHICLE SOON DETERRENT SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when a This message displays if there is a non-emissions related malfunction This message displays when there communication problem between occurs. Have the vehicle serviced is a problem with the airbag system. the keyless access system and the by your dealer as soon as possible. Have the vehicle serviced by your vehicle. The vehicle cannot be dealer immediately. See Airbag started when this message displays. Tire Messages Readiness Light on page 5‑17 for See your dealer for service. more information. SERVICE TIRE MONITOR THEFT ATTEMPTED SYSTEM Security Messages This message displays if the This message displays if a part on theft-deterrent system has detected the Tire Pressure Monitor System SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT a break-in attempt while you were SYSTEM (TPMS) is not working properly. The away from the vehicle. See Vehicle tire pressure light also flashes and This message displays when there Alarm System on page 2‑22 for then remains on during the same is a problem with the theft-deterrent more information. ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure system programmed in the key. Light on page 5‑25. Several A fault has been detected in the Service Vehicle Messages conditions may cause this message system which means that the to appear. See Tire Pressure system is disabled and it is not SERVICE A/C SYSTEM Monitor Operation on page 10‑70 for protecting the vehicle. The vehicle This message displays when the more information. If the warning usually restarts; however, you may electronic sensors that control the comes on and stays on, there may want to take the vehicle to your air conditioning and heating be a problem with the TPMS. See dealer before turning off the engine. systems are no longer working. your dealer. See Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Have the climate control system Access) on page 2‑25 or serviced by your dealer if you notice Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) a drop in heating and air on page 2‑24 for more information. conditioning efficiency. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (44,1)

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TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE If a tire pressure message appears Transmission Messages on the DIC, stop as soon as you This message displays when the can. Inflate the tires by adding air DIFFERENTIAL HOT, REDUCE Tire Pressure Monitor System until the tire pressure is equal to the SPEED (CTS-V ONLY) (TPMS) is re-learning the tire values shown on the Tire and positions on the vehicle. The tire This message displays and a chime Loading Information label. See Tires positions must be re-learned after sounds if the differential fluid on page 10 59, Vehicle Load Limits rotating the tires or after replacing a ‑ temperature exceeds 150°C on page 9 10, and Tire Pressure on tire or sensor. See Tire Rotation on ‑ (300°F). Driving aggressively or at page 10‑67. page 10‑73, Tire Pressure Monitor high speeds can cause the System on page 10‑69, and Tire If the vehicle does not have a spare differential fluid temperature to be Pressure on page 10‑67 for more tire, the message will display USE higher than normal. If this message information. INFLATOR KIT IN TRUNK. Use the appears, you may continue to drive inflator kit to inflate the tires to the at a slower speed. If you have been TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE correct pressure. See Tire Sealant operating the vehicle under normal On vehicles with the Tire Pressure and Compressor Kit on page 10‑83 driving conditions, the vehicle may Monitor System (TPMS), this for more information. need service. See your dealer for an message displays when the More than one tire pressure inspection. pressure in one or more of the message can be received at a time. To acknowledge the message, vehicle s tires is low. This message ’ To read the other messages, press press V. The message reappears also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT the set/reset button. FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT and a chime sounds every REAR to indicate the location of the The DIC display also shows the tire two minutes until this condition low tire. pressure values. See Driver changes. If you do not clear the Information Center (DIC) on message, it will remain on until the The low tire pressure warning light page 5‑27. condition changes. will also come on. See Tire Pressure Light on page 5‑25. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (45,1)

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SERVICE TRANSMISSION SPORT MODE SPEED LIMITED TO XXX This message displays when there This message displays when the KM/H (MPH) is a problem with the vehicle's vehicle is in sport mode. The This message displays when the transmission. Have the vehicle transmission gear position will also vehicle speed is limited to 128 km/h serviced by your dealer. be displayed when DSC is in use. (80 mph) because the vehicle See Manual Mode on page 9‑27 for detects a problem in the speed SHIFT TO PARK (AUTOMATIC more information. variable assist steering or magnetic TRANSMISSION ONLY) ride control systems. Have the TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE If the vehicle has the keyless vehicle serviced by your dealer. access system, this message ENGINE displays if the vehicle is not in This message displays when the Washer Fluid Messages P (Park) while the engine is being transmission fluid in the vehicle is turned off. The vehicle will be in too hot. Stop the vehicle and allow it WASHER FLUID LOW ADD ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the shift to idle until the transmission cools FLUID lever is moved to P (Park), the down or until this message is This message displays when the ignition needs to be turned off. If the removed. vehicle is low on windshield washer ignition is not turned off, the vehicle fluid. Refill the windshield washer will remain in ACC/ACCESSORY. Vehicle Speed Messages fluid reservoir as soon as possible. To avoid draining the battery, turn See Washer Fluid on page 10‑24 for the ignition off before leaving the ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE more information. vehicle. WITH CARE This message displays when the outside temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (46,1)

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Vehicle 2. Press the customization button Press the customization button until to enter the feature the Display Language screen Personalization settings menu. appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access Vehicle customization allows certain Feature Settings Menu Items the settings for this feature. Then features to be programmed for one press the menu up/down button to preferred setting. The following are customization features that allow you to program scroll through the following settings. Only the customization options settings to the vehicle. English (default): All messages available will be displayed on will appear in English. the DIC. Display In English Deutsch: All messages will appear The default settings were preset This feature will only display if a in German. when the vehicle left the factory, but language other than English has may have been changed. been set. This feature allows for Italiano: All messages will appear changing the language of the DIC in Italian. The customization preferences are messages back to English. automatically recalled. Francais: All messages will appear Press the customization button until in French. To change customization V preferences, use the following the Press To Display In English Espanol: All messages will appear procedure. screen appears on the DIC display. in Spanish. Press the set/reset button once to Entering the Feature select English as the language in Portuguese: All messages will Settings Menu which all DIC messages will appear. appear in Portuguese. 1. Turn the ignition on. Display Language Arabic: All messages will appear in Arabic. To avoid excessive drain on the This feature allows you to select the battery, it is recommended that language in which the DIC Chinese: All messages will appear the headlamps are turned off. messages will appear. in Chinese. Japanese: All messages will appear in Japanese. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (47,1)

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Russian: All messages will appear Shift Out Of Park (default on Press the customization button until in Russian. Automatic Transmission) Auto Door Unlock appears on the No Change: No change will be (Automatic Transmission Only): DIC display. Press the set/reset made to this feature. The current The vehicle's doors automatically button once to access the settings setting will remain. lock when the doors are closed and for this feature. Then press the the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). menu up/down button to scroll To select a setting, press the set/ through the following settings. reset button while the desired At Vehicle Speed (default on setting is displayed on the DIC. Manual Transmission): The Off: None of the doors will vehicle's doors automatically lock automatically unlock. Auto Door Lock when the vehicle speed is above Driver Only At Off: Only the driver This feature allows you to select 8 km/h (5 mph) for three seconds. door will unlock when the ignition is when the vehicle's doors will No Change: No change will be turned off. automatically lock. See Automatic made to this feature. The current All At Off (default on Manual Door Locks on page 2‑15 for more setting will remain. Transmission): All of the doors will information. To select a setting, press the set/ unlock when the ignition is Press the customization button until reset button while the desired turned off. Auto Door Lock appears on the DIC setting is displayed on the DIC. All In Park (default on Automatic display. Press the set/reset button Auto Door Unlock Transmission) (Automatic once to access the settings for this Transmission Only): All of the feature. Then press the menu up/ This feature allows you to select doors will unlock when the vehicle is down button to scroll through the whether or not the door(s) will shifted into P (Park). following settings. automatically unlock. It also allows you to select which doors and when No Change: No change will be they will automatically unlock. See made to this feature. The current Automatic Door Locks on page 2‑15 setting will remain. for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (48,1)

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To select a setting, press the set/ for this feature. Then press the Remote Door Unlock Feedback reset button while the desired menu up/down button to scroll This feature allows you to select the setting is displayed on the DIC. through the following settings. type of feedback you will receive Remote Door Lock Feedback Off: There will be no feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the when you press the lock button on Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or This feature allows you to select the the transmitter. keyless access transmitter, or when type of feedback you will receive Lights Only: The exterior lamps the vehicle is automatically when locking the vehicle with the unlocked using the Keyless Unlock Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or will flash when you press the lock button on the transmitter. feature. You will not receive keyless access transmitter, or when feedback when unlocking the the vehicle is automatically locked Horn Only: The horn will sound on vehicle with the transmitter if the using the Keyless Locking feature. the second press of the lock button doors are open. See Remote You will not receive feedback when on the transmitter. Keyless Entry (RKE) System locking the vehicle with the Operation (Key Access) on transmitter if the doors are open. Horn & Lights (default): The exterior lamps will flash when you page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) (RKE) System Operation (Keyless System Operation (Key Access) on press the lock button on the Access) on page 2‑6 or “Keyless page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry transmitter, and the horn will sound when the lock button is pressed Unlock” later in this section for more (RKE) System Operation (Keyless information. Access) on page 2‑6, or “Keyless again within five seconds of the Locking” later in this section for previous command. Press the customization button until more information. No Change: No change will be Remote Door Unlock appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset Press the customization button until made to this feature. The current setting will remain. button once to access the settings Remote Door Lock appears on the for this feature. Then press the DIC display. Press the set/reset To select a setting, press the set/ menu up/down button to scroll button once to access the settings reset button while the desired through the following settings. setting is displayed on the DIC. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (49,1)

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Lights Off: The exterior lamps will Off: The exterior lamps will not for this feature. Then press the not flash when you press the unlock turn on. menu up/down button to scroll button on the transmitter. 10 Seconds (default): The exterior through the following settings. Lights On (default): The exterior lamps will stay on for 10 seconds. Off: The exterior lights will not turn lamps will flash when you press the 30 Seconds: The exterior lamps on when you unlock the vehicle with unlock button on the transmitter. will stay on for 30 seconds. the transmitter. No Change: No change will be 2 Minutes: The exterior lamps will On (default): If it is dark enough made to this feature. The current stay on for two minutes. outside, the exterior lights will turn setting will remain. on briefly when you unlock the No Change: No change will be vehicle with the transmitter. To select a setting, press the set/ made to this feature. The current reset button while the desired setting will remain. The lights will remain on for setting is displayed on the DIC. 20 seconds or until the lock button To select a setting, press the set/ on the transmitter is pressed, or the Exit Lighting reset button while the desired vehicle is no longer off. See Remote This feature allows you to select the setting is displayed on the DIC. Keyless Entry (RKE) System amount of time you want the Approach Lighting Operation (Key Access) on exterior lamps to remain on when it page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry is dark enough outside. This This feature allows you to select (RKE) System Operation (Keyless happens after the key is turned from whether or not to have the exterior Access) on page 2‑6 for more ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. lights turn on briefly during low light information. periods after unlocking the vehicle Press the customization button until using the Remote Keyless Entry No Change: No change will be Exit Lighting appears on the DIC (RKE) or keyless access transmitter. made to this feature. The current display. Press the set/reset button setting will remain. Press the customization button until once to access the settings for this To select a setting, press the set/ feature. Then press the menu up/ Approach Lighting appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset reset button while the desired down button to scroll through the setting is displayed on the DIC. following settings. button once to access the settings Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (50,1)

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Factory Settings vehicle exit. When the ignition is (RKE) System Operation (Keyless This feature allows you to set all of turned off and all doors become Access) on page 2‑6 for more the customization features back to closed, the vehicle will determine information. their factory default settings. how many keyless access You may temporarily disable the transmitters remain in the vehicle keyless locking feature by pressing Press the customization button until interior. If at least one keyless Factory Settings appears on the the door unlock switch for access transmitter has been three seconds on an open door. To DIC display. Press the set/reset removed from the interior of the button once to access the settings enable keyless locking, transition vehicle, the doors will lock after the power mode from off. for this feature. Then press the several seconds. menu up/down button to scroll To select whether the horn sounds through the following settings. For example, if there are two or the lights flash when the vehicle keyless access transmitters in the Restore All (default): The is locked, see “Remote Door Lock” vehicle and one is removed, the earlier in this section. customization features will be set to other will be locked in. The keyless their factory default settings. access transmitter locked in the Press the customization button until No Change: The customization vehicle can still be used to start the Keyless Locking appears on the features will not be set to their vehicle or unlock the doors, DIC display. Press the set/reset factory default settings. if needed. A person approaching the button once to access the settings outside of the locked vehicle without for this feature. Then press the To select a setting, press the set/ an authorized keyless access menu up/down button to scroll reset button while the desired transmitter, however, will not be able through the following settings. setting is displayed on the DIC. to open the door, even with a Off (default): The keyless locking Keyless Locking transmitter in the vehicle. See the feature will be disabled. keyless access information for If the vehicle has the keyless Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) On: The keyless locking feature will access system, this feature allows System Operation (Key Access) on be enabled. you to select whether the doors page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry automatically lock during normal Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (51,1)

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The doors will automatically lock To select whether the lights flash To select a setting, press the set/ several seconds after you turn the when the vehicle is unlocked, see reset button while the desired ignition off, remove a keyless “Remote Door Unlock” earlier in this setting is displayed on the DIC. access transmitter from the interior section. Chime Volume of the vehicle, and close all of the Press the customization button until doors. Keyless Unlock appears on the DIC This feature allows you to select the No Change: No change will be display. Press the set/reset button volume level of the chime. made to this feature. The current once to access the settings for this Press the customization button until setting will remain. feature. Then press the menu up/ Chime Volume appears on the DIC To select a setting, press the set/ down button to scroll through the display. Press the set/reset button reset button while the desired following settings. once to access the settings for this setting is displayed on the DIC. Entry Door Only: Only the driver feature. Then press the menu up/ door will automatically unlock when down button to scroll through the Keyless Unlock you approach the vehicle with the following settings. If the vehicle has the keyless keyless access transmitter and Normal: The chime volume will be access system, this feature allows open the driver door. set to a normal level. you to select which doors will All Doors (default): All doors will Loud: The chime volume will be automatically unlock when you automatically unlock when you set to a loud level. approach the vehicle with the approach the vehicle with the keyless access transmitter and No Change: No change will be keyless access transmitter and made to this feature. The current open the driver door. See the open the driver door. keyless access information for setting will remain. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) No Change: No change will be There is no default for chime System Operation (Key Access) on made to this feature. The current volume. The volume will stay at the page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry setting will remain. last known setting. (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 2‑6 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (52,1)

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To select a setting, press the set/ cause the driver seat to move Entry/Exit Recall On (Vehicles reset button while the desired rearward a certain distance, and the with Power Tilt Steering Wheel): setting is displayed on the DIC. steering column to move full up and If this setting is selected the full forward, if equipped. Entry following two options will be Entry/Exit Recall Recall will only occur by pressing available: If the vehicle has this feature, it the door mounted 1 or 2 button. “ ” “ ” . Entry/Exit Steering and Seat: allows you to select your preferred Entry/Exit Recall On (Vehicles Easy Exit will automatically automatic recall of stored memory without Power Tilt Steering move the steering column to a and exit positions. See Memory Wheel): If this setting is selected full up and full forward position Seats on page 3‑7 for more the following option will be available: and move the driver seat information. Easy Exit will automatically move rearward a certain distance Press the customization button until the driver seat rearward a certain when the key is removed from Entry/Exit Recall appears on the distance when the key is removed the ignition on key access DIC display. Press the set/reset from the ignition on key access vehicles, or when the ignition is button once to access the settings vehicles, or when the ignition is turned off and the driver door is for this feature. Then press the turned off and the driver door is opened on keyless access menu up/down button to scroll opened on keyless access vehicles. vehicles. These movements will through the following settings. This movement will also occur when also occur when the door To select a setting, press the set/ the door mounted exit button is mounted exit button is pressed. reset button while the desired pressed. Easy Entry will automatically setting is displayed on the DIC. Easy Entry will automatically recall recall the driver seat, outside Entry/Exit Recall Off (default): No the driver seat and outside mirror mirrors, and steering column automatic Entry/Exit Recall will memory positions of the current memory positions of the current occur when entering or leaving the driver (1 or 2) when the ignition is driver (1 or 2) when the ignition vehicle. The Exit Recall will only turned on. is turned on. occur after pressing the door mounted exit button. This button will Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (53,1)

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. Entry/Exit Steering Only: Easy Exiting the Feature Universal Remote Exit will automatically move the Settings Menu steering column to a full up and System full forward position when the The feature settings menu will be key is removed from the ignition exited when any of the following See Radio Frequency Statement on on key access vehicles, or when occurs: page 13‑20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal the ignition is turned off and the . The vehicle is no longer in Communications Commission (FCC) driver door is opened on keyless ON/RUN. access vehicles. This movement rules and Industry Canada will also occur when the door . The trip/fuel or vehicle Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. mounted exit button is pressed. information DIC buttons are pressed. Universal Remote System Easy Entry will automatically recall the driver seat, outside . The end of the feature settings Programming mirrors, and steering column menu is reached and exited. memory positions of the current . A 40-second time period has driver (1 or 2) when the ignition elapsed with no selection made. is turned on. No Change: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. If the vehicle has this feature, you will see these buttons with one indicator light next to them in the overhead console. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (54,1)

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This system provides a way to See “Erasing Universal Remote Programming a garage door opener replace up to three remote control System Buttons” later in this involves time-sensitive actions, so transmitters used to activate section. read the entire procedure before devices such as garage door When programming a garage door, starting. Otherwise, the device will openers, security systems, and park outside of the garage. Park time out and the procedure will have home automation devices. directly in line with and facing the to be repeated. Do not use the Universal Remote garage door opener motor-head or To program up to three devices: system with any garage door opener gate motor-head. Be sure that 1. Hold the end of the hand-held that does not have the stop and people and objects are clear of the transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to reverse feature. This includes any garage door or gate being 3 in) away from the Universal garage door opener model programmed. Remote system buttons while manufactured before April 1,1982. It is recommended that a new keeping the indicator light in Read the instructions completely battery be installed in the hand-held view. The hand-held transmitter before attempting to program the transmitter for quicker and more was supplied by the Universal Remote system. Because accurate transmission of the manufacturer of the garage of the steps involved, it may be radio-frequency signal. door opener receiver helpful to have another person (motor-head unit). available to assist with programming Programming the Universal the Universal Remote system. Remote System Keep the original hand-held For questions or help programming transmitter for use in other vehicles the Universal Remote system, call as well as for future Universal 1-800-355-3515 or go to Remote system programming. It is www.homelink.com. also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed Universal Remote system buttons be erased for security purposes. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (55,1)

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2. At the same time, press and button selected in Step 2) while hold both the hand-held observing the indicator light and transmitter button and one of the garage door activation. three Universal Remote system . If the indicator light stays on buttons to be used to operate continuously or the garage the garage door. Do not release door starts to move when the Universal Remote system the Universal Remote button or the hand-held system button is pressed transmitter button until the and released, then the Learn or Smart Button indicator light changes from a programming is complete. “ ” “ ” slowly to a rapidly flashing light. There is no need to 4. After Steps 1–3 have been You now may release both continue programming completed, locate the “Learn” or buttons. Steps 4–6. “Smart” button inside the garage Some entry gates and garage on the garage door opener . If the Universal Remote receiver (motor-head unit). The door openers may require system indicator light blinks name and color of the button substitution of Step 2 with the rapidly for two seconds, may vary by manufacturer. procedure noted in “Gate then turns to a constant Operator and Canadian light and the garage door 5. Firmly press and release the Programming later in this ” does not move, continue “Learn” or “Smart” button. After section. with programming pressing this button, you will 3. Press and hold for five seconds Steps 4–6. have 30 seconds to complete Step 6. the newly trained Universal It may be helpful to have Remote system button (the another person assist with the remaining Steps 4–6. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (56,1)

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6. Immediately return to the Gate Operator and Canadian you live, replace Step 2 under vehicle. Firmly press and hold Programming “Programming the Universal Remote for two seconds the Universal System” with the following: Remote system button, selected If you have questions or need help programming the Universal Remote Continue to press and hold the in Step 2 to control the garage Universal Remote system button door, and then release it. If the system, call 1-800-355-3515 or go to www.homelink.com. while you press and release every garage door does not move or two seconds (cycle) the hand-held the lamp on the garage door Canadian radio-frequency laws transmitter button until the opener receiver (motor-head require transmitter signals to time frequency signal has been unit) does not flash, press and out or quit after several seconds of successfully accepted by the hold the same button a second transmission. This may not be long Universal Remote system. The time for two seconds, then enough for the Universal Remote Universal Remote system indicator release it. Again, if the door system to pick up the signal during light will flash slowly at first and then does not move or the garage programming. Similarly, some U.S. rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under door lamp does not flash, press gate operators are manufactured to “Programming the Universal Remote and hold the same button a third time out in the same manner. System” to complete. time for two seconds, then If you live in Canada, or you are release. having difficulty programming a gate The Universal Remote system operator or garage door opener by should now activate the using the “Programming the garage door. Universal Remote System” To program the remaining two procedures, regardless of where Universal Remote system buttons, begin with Step 1 of “Programming the Universal Remote System.” Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (57,1)

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Universal Remote System To erase all programmed buttons on Reprogramming a Single Operation the Universal Remote device: Universal Remote Button To reprogram any of the three Using Universal Remote Universal Remote buttons, repeat Press and hold the appropriate the programming instructions earlier Universal Remote button for at least in this section, beginning with half of a second. The indicator light Step 2. will come on while the signal is For help or information on the being transmitted. Universal Home Remote System, 1. Press and hold down the two call the customer assistance phone Erasing Universal Remote outside buttons until the Buttons number under Customer Assistance indicator light begins to flash, Offices (U.S. and Canada) on after 20 seconds. All programmed buttons should be page 13‑4 or Customer Assistance erased when the vehicle is sold or 2. Release both buttons. Offices (Mexico) on page 13‑5. the lease ends. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (58,1)

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2 NOTES Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

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Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Lighting Entry Lighting ...... 6-7 Exit Lighting ...... 6-7 Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Parade Dimming ...... 6-7 Battery Load Management . . . . 6-8 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 6-1 Battery Power Protection ...... 6-8 Exterior Lamps Off Exterior Lighting Battery Reminder ...... 6-2 Saver ...... 6-9 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...... 6-2 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-2 The exterior lamp control is toward Automatic Headlamp the end of the turn signal/lane System ...... 6-3 change lever. Adaptive Forward O (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-4 the band with this symbol on it to Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 6-5 operate the exterior lamps. Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...... 6-5 The exterior lamp control has four Fog Lamps ...... 6-5 positions: Interior Lighting O (Off): Turns off all lamps, except Instrument Panel Illumination the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Control ...... 6-6 AUTO (Automatic): Turns the Reading Lamps ...... 6-6 headlamps on and off automatically, depending upon how much light is available outside of the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

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; (Parking Lamps): Turns on the Headlamp High/ Flash-to-Pass parking lamps together with the Low-Beam Changer This feature allows the high-beam following: Push the turn signal/lane change headlamps to be used to signal the . Sidemarker Lamps lever away from you to turn the high driver in front of you that you want . Taillamps beams on. Pull the lever toward you to pass. and then release it to return to low . License Plate Lamps Pull and hold the turn signal/lane beams. change lever toward you to use this . Instrument Panel Lights If the vehicle is turned off while the feature. When this is done the 5 (Headlamps): Turns on the high beams are on, they will come following will occur: headlamps, together with the on the next time the vehicle is . If the headlamps are off or in previously listed lamps and lights. started. low-beam mode, the high-beam headlamps will turn on. They will Exterior Lamps Off stay on as long as the lever is Reminder held there. Release the lever to turn them off. A warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp control is left on in . If the headlamps are already in either the headlamp or parking lamp high-beam mode, they will position and the driver door is remain on high beam. This indicator light turns on in the opened with the ignition off. instrument cluster when the Daytime Running high-beam headlamps are on. Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

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Fully functional daytime running will turn back on. If the vehicle is When the DRL are active and a turn lamps are required on all vehicles started in a dark garage, the signal is operated, the DRL on the first sold in Canada. automatic headlamp system comes side the turn signal is activated, will The DRL system will make either on immediately. Once the vehicle turn off until the turn signal is the reduced intensity low-beam leaves the garage, it takes about turned off. headlamps or dedicated DRLs come one minute for the automatic on when the following conditions headlamp system to change to DRL Automatic Headlamp are met: if it is light outside. During that System delay, the instrument cluster may . It is still daylight and the ignition not be as bright as usual. Make sure When it is dark enough outside, the is in ON/RUN or START. the instrument panel brightness automatic headlamp system turns . The exterior lamp control is knob is in the full bright position. on the headlamps at the normal See Instrument Panel Illumination brightness, along with the taillamps, in P or AUTO and the Control on page 6‑6. sidemarker, parking lamps, and the headlamps are off. instrument panel lights. The radio Turning the exterior lamp control to . lights will also be dim. The automatic transmission is off or to the low-beam headlamp not in P (Park). position will turn off the DRL. If the To turn off the automatic headlamp When DRLs are on, only the parking lamps or the fog lamps were system, turn the exterior lamps reduced intensity low-beam turned on instead, the DRL will still switch to the off position and then headlamps or dedicated DRLs will turn off. release it. be on. The other exterior lamps and This will work regardless of gear the instrument cluster will not be on. position and whether or not the When the exterior lamp control is in parking brake is set. AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the DRL turn off and the low-beam headlamps will turn on. When it is bright enough outside, the low-beam headlamps will go off, and the DRL Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

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instrument cluster may not be as not operating, these lamps turn off. bright as usual. Make sure the Move the exterior lamp control to P instrument panel brightness control or ; to disable this feature. is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑6. Adaptive Forward To idle the vehicle with the Lighting (AFL) automatic headlamp system off, turn The Adaptive Forward Lighting the control to the off position. System (AFL) pivots the headlamps The vehicle has a light sensor on horizontally to provide greater road the top of the instrument panel in The headlamps will also stay on after you exit the vehicle. This illumination while turning. To enable the defroster grille which regulates AFL, set the exterior lamp switch on when the automatic headlamps turn feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC). the multifunction lever to the AUTO on. Do not cover the sensor, position. Moving the switch out of otherwise the headlamps will come See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑46. the AUTO position will deactivate on whenever the ignition is on. the system. AFL will operate when The system may also turn on the The regular headlamp system can the vehicle speed is greater than headlamps when driving through a be turned on when needed. 3 km/h (2 mph). AFL will not operate parking garage, heavy overcast Lights On with Wipers when the transmission is in weather, or a tunnel. This is normal. R (Reverse). AFL is not immediately If the windshield wipers are operable after starting the vehicle; If the vehicle is started in a dark activated in daylight with the engine driving a short distance is required garage, the automatic headlamp on, and the exterior lamp control is to calibrate the AFL. See Exterior system will come on immediately. in AUTO, the headlamps, parking Lamp Controls on page 6‑1. Once the vehicle leaves the garage, lamps, and other exterior lamps it takes approximately one minute come on. The transition time for the for the automatic headlamp system lamps coming on varies based on to change if it is bright enough wiper speed. When the wipers are outside. During that delay, the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

Lighting 6-5

Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change Have any burned out bulbs replaced. If the bulb is not burned Signals out, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑36. Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on for about 1.6 km (1 mi), a warning chime will sound and the TURN SIGNAL ON message will appear on the Driver An arrow on the instrument cluster Information Center (DIC) display. flashes in the direction of the turn or See “Turn Signal On” under Lamp lane change. Messages on page 5‑39. Move the lever all the way up or Fog Lamps down to signal a turn. | (Hazard Warning Flasher): Raise or lower the lever until the Press this button to make the front arrow starts to flash to signal a lane and rear turn signal lamps flash on change. Hold it briefly until the lane and off. This warns others that you change is complete. The arrow will are having trouble. Press again to automatically flash three times. turn the flashers off. The lever returns to its starting position when it is released. Use the fog lamps for better vision If after signaling a turn or lane in foggy or misty conditions. The fog change the arrow flashes rapidly or lamp control is on the turn signal does not come on, a signal bulb lever. may be burned out. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

6-6 Lighting

# (Fog Lamps): Turn the fog lamp Interior Lighting Reading Lamps band on the lever up to # and The reading lamps are on the release it, to turn the fog lamps on Instrument Panel overhead console. These lamps or off. The band will return to its Illumination Control come on automatically when any original position. door is opened. The instrument panel brightness The parking lamps must be on for knob is on the instrument panel next For manual operation, press the the fog lamps to work. to the steering column. button next to each lamp to turn it If the high-beam headlamps are on or off. D (Instrument Panel turned on, the fog lamps will also Brightness): Turn the knob If the reading lamps are left on, they turn off. They will turn back on again clockwise or counterclockwise to automatically shut off 10 minutes when you change back to low-beam brighten or dim the lights. Turn the after the ignition has been headlamps. knob completely clockwise to turn turned off. Some localities have laws that on the interior lamps. require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

Lighting 6-7

Lighting Features Exit Lighting This feature can be changed. See Vehicle Personalization on The headlamps, taillamps, parking page 5‑46. Entry Lighting lamps, back-up lamps, and license The headlamps, taillamps, license plate lamps come on at night, or in Parade Dimming plate lamps, back up lamps, dome areas with limited lighting, when the ‐ This feature does not let the lamps, and most of the interior lights key is removed from the ignition. instrument panel display screens turn on briefly when the Remote The dome lamps also come on K when the key is removed from the dim during daylight hours while the Keyless Entry (RKE) is pressed, ignition. The exterior lights and ignition is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or when the door handle is pulled on dome lamps remain on after the or ON/RUN position and the parking a keyless access vehicle. See door is closed for a set amount of lamps or headlamps are on. Parade Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) time, then automatically turn off. dimming automatically works with on page 9‑15 or Ignition Positions the light sensor on top of the For vehicles with keyless access, (Key Access) on page 9‑17. After dashboard. If it is dark enough the exterior lamps and dome lamps about 30 seconds the exterior lamps outside and the parking lamps or automatically turn on when a door is turn off, then the dome and headlamps are on, the instrument opened after the ignition is turned remaining interior lights dim to off. panel display screens can be off. See Ignition Positions (Keyless Entry lighting can be disabled adjusted by turning the instrument Access) on page 9 15 or Ignition manually by changing the ignition ‑ panel brightness knob clockwise or Positions (Key Access) on out of the OFF position, or by counterclockwise to brighten or dim page 9 17. pressing the Remote Keyless Entry ‑ the lighting. See Instrument Panel (RKE) Q button. The exterior lamps turn off Illumination Control on page 6‑6. immediately by turning the exterior The instrument panel control This feature can be changed. See lamps control off. backlighting can still be adjusted Vehicle Personalization on while in parade mode. page 5‑46. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

6-8 Lighting

Battery Load enough at idle to produce all the this action may be noticeable to the power that is needed for very high driver. If so, a Driver Information Management electrical loads. Center (DIC) message might be The vehicle has Electric Power A high electrical load occurs when displayed, such as BATTERY Management (EPM) that estimates several of the following are on, such SAVER ACTIVE or BATTERY the battery's temperature and state as: headlamps, high beams, fog VOLTS LOW. If this message is of charge. It then adjusts the voltage lamps, rear window defogger, displayed, it is recommended that for best performance and extended climate control fan at high speed, the driver reduce the electrical loads life of the battery. heated seats, engine cooling fans, as much as possible. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on When the battery's state of charge trailer loads, and loads plugged into page 5 27. is low, the voltage is raised slightly accessory power outlets. ‑ to quickly bring the charge back up. EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection When the state of charge is high, discharge of the battery. It does this the voltage is lowered slightly to by balancing the generator's output This feature helps to prevent battery prevent overcharging. If the vehicle and the vehicle's electrical needs. drain if accessory lamps are left on. has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage It can increase engine idle speed to If accessory lamps such as the display on the Driver Information generate more power, whenever vanity mirror, cargo, reading, Center (DIC), you may see the needed. It can temporarily reduce console, or glove box are left on, voltage move up or down. This is the power demands of some they automatically time out after normal. If there is a problem, an accessories. about 20 minutes. To reset the alert will be displayed. battery protection, all of the above Normally, these actions occur in lamps must be turned off or the The battery can be discharged at steps or levels, without being idle if the electrical loads are very ignition must be in the ACC/ noticeable. In rare cases at the ACCESSORY position. high. This is true for all vehicles. highest levels of corrective action, This is because the generator (alternator) may not be spinning fast Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (9,1)

Lighting 6-9

Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off, if the parking lamps or headlamps have been manually left on. This protects against draining the battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn the exterior lamp control to the off position and then back to the parking lamp or headlamp position. To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, the ignition must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

6-10 Lighting

2 NOTES Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

Infotainment System 7-1

Phone Introduction Infotainment Bluetooth ...... 7-35 System Trademarks and License Infotainment Agreements Read the following pages to Introduction Trademarks and License become familiar with the audio Infotainment ...... 7-1 Agreements ...... 7-43 system's features. Theft-Deterrent Feature ...... 7-3 Operation ...... 7-3 { WARNING

Radio Taking your eyes off the road for AM-FM Radio ...... 7-8 extended periods could cause a Satellite Radio ...... 7-11 crash resulting in injury or death Radio Reception ...... 7-15 to you or others. Do not give Backglass Antenna ...... 7-15 Multi-Band Antenna ...... 7-16 extended attention to infotainment tasks while driving. Audio Players CD Player ...... 7-16 CD/DVD Player ...... 7-19 MP3 ...... 7-23 Hard Drive Device (HDD) . . . . 7-27 Auxiliary Devices ...... 7-33 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

7-2 Infotainment System

This system provides access to Notice: Contact your dealer The vehicle has Retained many audio and non‐audio listings. before adding any equipment. Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, To minimize taking your eyes off the Adding audio or communication the audio system can be played road while driving, do the following equipment could interfere with even after the ignition is turned off. while the vehicle is parked: the operation of the engine, radio, See Retained Accessory Power or other systems, and could (RAP) on page 9‑21 for more . Become familiar with the information. operation and controls of the damage them. Follow federal audio system. rules covering mobile radio and Navigation System telephone equipment. . Set up the tone, speaker For vehicles with a navigation adjustments, and preset radio system, see the separate navigation stations. manual. For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 9‑3. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

Infotainment System 7-3

Theft-Deterrent Feature Operation TheftLock® is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle's radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle.

Full View of Radio with CD Shown, Radio with Six-Disc CD Similar Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

7-4 Infotainment System

Setting the Tone (Bass/ Midrange/Treble) BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): To adjust bass, midrange, or treble: 1. Press the TUNE/TONE knob until the tone control tabs display. 2. Continue pressing the TUNE/ TONE knob, or press the softkey under the desired tab to highlight Partial View of Radio with DVD Audio, Hard Drive Device (HDD), the desired tone setting. and USB 3. To increase the highlighted setting, do one of the following: The vehicle may have one of these Volume Control radios as its audio system. . Turn the TUNE/TONE knob VOL/ P (Volume/Power): Turn clockwise. If the vehicle does not have one of clockwise or counterclockwise to . Turn the MENU/SELECT these radio systems, it may have a increase or decrease the volume. navigation radio system. See the knob clockwise. navigation manual for more . Press the \ FWD button. information on the navigation audio system. . Press the ¨ SEEK button. Turning the System On or Off VOL/ P (Volume/Power): Press to turn the system on and off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

Infotainment System 7-5

4. To decrease the highlighted 2. Continue pressing the TUNE/ To quickly adjust balance or fade to setting, do one of the following: TONE knob, or press the softkey the middle position, press the under the desired tab to highlight softkey under the BAL or FADE tab . Turn the TUNE/TONE knob counterclockwise. the desired tone setting. for more than two seconds. 3. To increase the highlighted To quickly adjust all speaker and . Turn the MENU/SELECT knob counterclockwise. setting, do one of the following: tone controls to the middle position, press the TUNE/TONE knob for . Turn the TUNE/TONE knob . Press the s REV button. clockwise. more than two seconds. . Press the © SEEK button. . Turn the MENU/SELECT Adjusting the Equalizer (EQ) knob clockwise. To quickly adjust bass, midrange, If the radio has this feature, the EQ can be adjusted between talk and or treble to the middle position, . Press the \ FWD button. press the softkey under the BASS, manual. MID, or TREB tab for more than . Press the ¨ SEEK button. To choose an EQ setting: two seconds. 4. To decrease the highlighted 1. Press the TUNE/TONE knob. To quickly adjust all tone and setting, do one of the following: speaker controls to the middle 2. Select EQ. . Turn the TUNE/TONE knob position, press the TUNE/TONE counterclockwise. 3. Select Talk or Manual. knob for more than two seconds. . Turn the MENU/SELECT 4. Press the Back button to go Adjusting the Speakers knob counterclockwise. back to the Tone Settings menu. (Balance/Fade) . Press the s REV button. BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust balance or fade: . Press the © SEEK button. 1. Press the TUNE/TONE knob until the speaker control tabs display. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

7-6 Infotainment System

Digital Signal . Driver : Select to adjust the If the vehicle is equipped with Processing (DSP) audio for the driver to receive the Bose 5.1 Cabin Surround the best possible sound quality. sound system, the radio can If the radio has this feature, it has . support the playback of 5.1 either a Bose® sound system or a Rear : Select to adjust the audio for the rear seat passengers to surround sound DVD-A discs or Bose® 5.1 Cabin Surround® sound DTS 5.1 surround sound CD system. DSP is used to provide a receive the best possible sound quality. discs. When a 5.1 surround choice of different listening sound formatted disc is playing, . experiences. Centerpoint® : Select to enable DSP options available are: To choose a DSP setting: Bose® Centerpoint signal processing circuitry. Centerpoint ‐ 5.1 Surround + Normal: Best 1. Press the TUNE/TONE knob to creates a Bose® surround for all seating positions. display the tone/speaker and sound listening experience from ‐ 5.1 Surround + Rear: Best for DSP tabs. stereo CDs, MP3s, and satellite the rear seating positions. 2. Press the softkey under the radio. As a result, vehicle DSP tab. owners enjoy a surround sound System Settings listening experience from many 3. Press the softkey below the CONFIG: Press to adjust the audio sources. Simply turn it on, number of favorites pages, auto Back tab to return to the original and it operates automatically. tone/speaker display, or wait for volume, SiriusXM (if equipped), and the display to time out. This feature is not available in HDD (if available) settings. The FAV, AM/FM radio mode. AUTO VOL, SiriusXM (if equipped), The DSP settings available are: and HDD (if available) tabs display. . Normal : Select for normal The display will time out after mode; this provides the best approximately 10 seconds. sound quality for all seating positions. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

Infotainment System 7-7

Configuring the Number of Speed Compensated Noise Compensation Technology Favorite Pages Volume (SCV) If the vehicle has the radio with DVD The number of favorite pages can A radio with SCV automatically Audio, HDD, and USB, it has Bose be set up using the CONFIG button. adjusts the sound to compensate for AudioPilot® noise compensation To set up the number of favorite road and wind noise as the vehicle technology. pages: speeds up or slows down, so that When turned on, AudioPilot 1. Press the CONFIG button to the volume is consistent while continuously adjusts the audio display the radio setup menu. driving. To activate SCV: system equalization, to compensate 2. Press the softkey below the 1. Set the radio volume to the for background noise. FAV tab. desired level. To activate AudioPilot: 3. Select the desired number of 2. Press the CONFIG button to 1. Press the CONFIG button to favorite pages by pressing the display the radio setup menu. display the radio setup menu. softkey below the displayed 3. Press the softkey under the 2. Press the softkey under the page numbers. AUTO VOL tab on the radio AUTO VOL tab on the radio 4. Press the FAV button, or let the display. display. menu time out, to return to the 4. Press the softkey under the 3. Press the softkey below the On original main radio screen desired Speed Compensated or Off tab under the AUTO VOL showing the radio station Volume setting (OFF, Low, Med, display, to turn this feature on or frequency tabs and to begin the or High) to select the level of off. The display times out after process of programming radio volume compensation. The approximately 10 seconds. favorites for the chosen number display times out after of pages. approximately 10 seconds. Each This feature is most effective at higher setting allows for more lower radio volume settings where radio volume compensation at background noise can affect how faster vehicle speeds. the music being played through the vehicle's audio system is heard. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

7-8 Infotainment System

At higher volume settings, where Radio The radio only tunes to stations with the music is much louder than the a strong signal that are in the background noise, there may be AM-FM Radio selected band. little or no adjustments by FAV: Press to change the AudioPilot. For additional Control Buttons favorites page. information on AudioPilot, visit www.bose.com/audiopilot. The knobs and buttons used to Softkeys: Press to select preset control the radio are: stations. Radio Message FM/AM: Press to choose between Radio Data System (RDS) Locked: Displays when the FM and AM. TheftLock® system has locked up The audio system has a Radio Data the infotainment system. Take the TUNE/TONE: Turn to search for System (RDS) feature. RDS is vehicle to your dealer for service. stations.Press to enter the available for use only on FM Tone menu. stations that broadcast RDS If any error occurs repeatedly or if MENU/SELECT: Turn clockwise or information. This system relies upon an error cannot be corrected, receiving specific information from contact your dealer. counterclockwise to scroll through the station list. Press the MENU/ these stations and only works when SELECT knob to select the desired the information is available. While station. the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station name or call INFO: Press to display additional letters display. In rare cases, a radio information that may be available for station can broadcast incorrect the current song. When information information that causes the radio is not available, No Information features to work improperly. If this displays. happens, contact the radio station. ¨ SEEK or © SEEK: Press to go to the previous or to the next radio station and stay there. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (9,1)

Infotainment System 7-9

Selecting a Station Station List radio favorites page button (FAV button). Press the FAV button to go Seek Tuning Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to display the station list. To create a through up to six pages of favorites, If the radio station is not known: list of available stations, select each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of “Refresh AM Station List” or Briefly press ¨ SEEK or © SEEK. favorites can contain any The radio will search for the next “Refresh FM Station List,” depending on which band is combination of AM, FM, receivable station. If the radio does or SiriusXM® stations. not find a station, it switches being used. automatically to a more sensitive In FM, RDS information may be To store a station as a favorite: search level. If it still does not find a utilized to categorize the stations by 1. Tune to the desired radio station. station, the frequency that was last genre. 2. Press the FAV button to display active begins to play and None “ In both AM and FM, the stations are the page where the station is to Found displays. ” arranged in frequency order. be stored. If the radio station is known: Storing a Radio Station as a 3. Press and hold one of the Press and hold ¨ SEEK or © SEEK Favorite six softkeys until a beep sounds until the desired station on the and “Favorite Saved” displays. Drivers are encouraged to set up pop-up frequency display is almost When that softkey is pressed their radio station favorites while the reached, then release the button. and released, the radio recalls vehicle is stopped. Tune to favorite the station that was set. Manual Tuning stations using the presets, favorites button, and steering wheel controls, 4. Repeat the steps for each radio Turn the TUNE/TONE knob to if the vehicle has this feature. station to be stored as a favorite. select the frequency on the pop-up display. FAV (Favorites): A maximum of The number of favorites pages can 36 stations can be programmed as be set up using the CONFIG button. favorites using the six softkeys below the radio station frequency tabs on the display and by using the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

7-10 Infotainment System

To set up the number of favorites Press r / j (play/pause) to pause On FM or AM, press the s REV or pages: the radio. The radio display will \ FWD button multiple times to 1. Press the CONFIG button to show the Time Shift buffer status rewind or fast forward. Each press display the radio setup menu. bar. The status bar shows the will rewind or fast forward amount of content stored in the 30 seconds of content. 2. Press the softkey below the FAV buffer and the current pause point. label. When the radio station is changed, To resume playback from the the buffer is cleared and 3. Select the desired number of current pause point, press r / j automatically restarted for the favorites pages by pressing the current station. You cannot rewind softkey below the displayed again. The radio will no longer be to content from a previously tuned page numbers. playing “live” radio. Instead, time shifted content is being played from station. 4. Press the FAV button, or let the the buffer. When the radio is playing Time shifting of FM or AM is not menu time out, to return to the time shifted content from the buffer, available while recording or while original main radio screen a buffer status bar shows below the other sources of playback are showing the radio station station number on the left side of selected. frequency labels and to begin the screen. the process of programming Pausing FM or AM with the favorites for the chosen number Press and hold the s REV Vehicle Turned Off of pages. or \ FWD buttons to rewind or fast If FM or AM is paused before the Time Shifting — Pause and forward through the time shift buffer. vehicle is turned off, the radio will Rewind Live FM and AM Hold FWD until the end of the continue to buffer the current radio currently recorded buffer to resume station for up to one hour. If the The Radio with DVD Audio, HDD, “live” radio playback. With “live” vehicle is turned back on within and USB has the ability to rewind radio playing, the radio display will one hour, the radio will automatically 60 minutes of FM and AM content. no longer show the buffer bar below resume playback from the pause While listening to the radio, the the station number. point. content from the current station is always being buffered to the HDD. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (11,1)

Infotainment System 7-11

Satellite Radio Control Buttons SiriusXM Categories Vehicles with a SiriusXM Satellite The knobs and buttons used to SiriusXM stations are organized in Radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM control the radio are: categories. Satellite Radio subscription can m (SiriusXM): Press to choose the Removing or Adding Categories receive SiriusXM programming. SiriusXM band (if equipped). (Radio with CD and Radio with SiriusXM Satellite Radio TUNE/TONE: Turn to search for Six-Disc CD Only) Service stations. Press to enter the 1. Press the CONFIG button. Tone menu. SiriusXM is a satellite radio service 2. Press the softkey below the based in the 48 contiguous United MENU/SELECT: Turn clockwise or XM tab. counterclockwise to scroll through States and 10 Canadian provinces. 3. Turn the TUNE/TONE knob or the category list. Press to select the SiriusXM Satellite Radio has a wide the MENU/SELECT knob to desired category. variety of programming and scroll through the available commercial-free music, coast to INFO: Press to display additional categories. coast, and in digital-quality sound. information that may be available for 4. Press any softkey below the A service fee is required to receive the current song. When information Remove or Add tab to add or the SiriusXM service. Renew on is not available, No Information remove the displayed category. channel XM1.” For more displays. information, contact SiriusXM at 5. Press any softkey below the SEEK or SEEK: Press to go to www.xmradio.com or ¨ © Restore All tab to restore all the next or to the previous radio 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S., and removed categories. www.xmradio.ca or station. 1-877-438-9677 in Canada. FAV: Press to change the Selecting an SiriusXM Station favorites page. Seek Tuning Softkeys: Press to select preset stations. Press ¨ SEEK or © SEEK to go to the next or previous station. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (12,1)

7-12 Infotainment System

Selecting a Station by Station List 2. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob To store a station as a favorite: The infotainment system can list all and highlight the desired station, 1. Tune to the desired radio station. SiriusXM stations. then press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the station. 2. Press the FAV button to display To select a station from the the page where the station is to station list: Storing a SiriusXM Station as a be stored. Favorite 1. Turn the TUNE/TONE knob and 3. Press and hold one of the highlight the desired station. Drivers are encouraged to set up six softkeys until a beep sounds. their radio station favorites while the 2. Press the TUNE/TONE knob to When that softkey is pressed vehicle is stopped. Tune to favorite select the station. and released, the radio recalls stations using the presets, favorites the station that was set. The highlighted station will also button, and steering wheel controls, 4. Repeat the steps for each radio automatically be selected if TUNE/ if the vehicle has this feature. TONE is released and no longer station to be stored as a favorite. FAV (Favorites): A maximum of turned. The number of favorites pages can 36 stations can be programmed as be set up using the CONFIG button. Selecting a Station by Category favorites using the six softkeys below the radio station frequency To set up the number of favorites The infotainment system can list tabs on the display and by using the pages: SiriusXM stations by genre. radio favorites page button (FAV 1. Press the CONFIG button to To select a station from the button). Press the FAV button to go display the radio setup menu. category list: through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations 2. Press the softkey below the FAV 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob label. and highlight the desired genre, available per page. Each page of then press the MENU/SELECT favorites can contain any 3. Select the desired number of knob to select the genre. combination of AM, FM, or SiriusXM favorites pages by pressing the stations. softkey below the displayed page numbers. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (13,1)

Infotainment System 7-13

4. Press the FAV button, or let the shifted content is being played from Time shifting of SiriusXM is not menu time out, to return to the the buffer. When the radio is playing available while recording or while original main radio screen time shifted content from the buffer, other sources of playback are showing the radio station a buffer status bar shows below the selected. frequency labels and to begin station number on the left side of the process of programming the screen. Pausing SiriusXM with the Vehicle favorites for the chosen number Turned Off of pages. Press and hold the s REV If SiriusXM is paused before the or \ FWD buttons to rewind or fast vehicle is turned off, the radio will Time Shifting — Pause and forward through the time shift buffer. continue to buffer the current radio Rewind Live SiriusXM Hold \ FWD until the end of the station for up to one hour. If the The Radio with DVD Audio, HDD, currently recorded buffer to resume vehicle is turned back on within one hour, the radio will automatically and USB has the ability to rewind “live” radio playback. With “live” 60 minutes of SiriusXM content. radio playing, the radio display will resume playback from the pause While listening to the radio, the no longer show the buffer bar below point. content from the current station is the station number. SiriusXM Messages always being buffered to the HDD. Press the s REV or \ FWD XL (Explicit Language Press r / j to pause the radio. The button multiple times to jump to the Channels): These channels, or any radio display will show the Time previous or next song or others, can be blocked at a Shift buffer status bar. The status commercial. customer's request, by calling bar shows the amount of content When the radio station is changed, 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S. and stored in the buffer and the current 1-877-438-9677 in Canada. pause point. the buffer is cleared and automatically restarted for the XM Updating: The encryption code To resume playback from the current station. You cannot rewind in the receiver is being updated, and current pause point, press r / j to content from a previously tuned no action is required. This process again. The radio will no longer be station. should take no longer than playing “live” radio. Instead, time 30 seconds. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (14,1)

7-14 Infotainment System

No XM Signal: The system is No Artist Info: No artist CAT Not Found: There are no functioning correctly, but the vehicle information is available at this time channels available for the selected is in a location that is blocking the on this channel. The system is category. The system is working SiriusXM signal. When the vehicle is working properly. properly. moved into an open area, the signal No Title Info: No song title XM Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, should return. information is available at this time this message alternates with the Loading XM: The audio system is on this channel. The system is SiriusXM Radio eight-digit radio ID acquiring and processing audio and working properly. label. This label is needed to text data. No action is needed. This No CAT Info: No category activate the service. message should disappear shortly. information is available at this time Unknown: If this message is Channel Off Air: This channel is on this channel. The system is received when tuned to channel 0, not currently in service. Tune in to working properly. there could be a receiver fault. another channel. No Information: No text or Consult with your dealer. Channel Unauth: This channel is informational messages are Check XM Receivr: If this blocked or cannot be received with available at this time on this message does not clear within a your SiriusXM Subscription channel. The system is working short period of time, the receiver package. properly. could have a fault. Consult with your Channel Unavail: This previously No Subscription Please Renew: dealer. assigned channel is no longer The XM subscription needs to be XM Not Available: If this message assigned. Tune to another station. reactivated. Contact XM at does not clear within a short period If this station was one of the www.xmradio.com or of time, the receiver could have a presets, choose another station for 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S., and fault. Consult with your dealer. that preset button. www.xmradio.ca or 1-877-438-9677 in Canada. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (15,1)

Infotainment System 7-15

Radio Reception when things like storms and power Backglass Antenna lines interfere with radio reception. Frequency interference and static When this happens, try reducing the The AM-FM antenna is integrated can occur during normal radio treble on the radio. with the rear window defogger in the reception if items such as phone rear window. Do not scratch the chargers, vehicle convenience SiriusXM® Satellite Radio inside surface or damage the lines accessories, and external electronic Service in the glass. If the inside surface is devices are plugged into the damaged, it could interfere with SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service accessory power outlet. If there is radio reception. For proper radio provides digital radio reception. Tall interference or static, unplug the reception, the antenna connector buildings or hills can interfere with item from the accessory power needs to be properly attached to the satellite radio signals, causing the outlet. post on the glass. sound to fade in and out. In FM addition, traveling or standing under If attaching a cell phone antenna to heavy foliage, bridges, garages, the glass, attach it between the grid FM signals only reach about 16 to or tunnels may cause loss of the lines. 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the SiriusXM signal for a period of time. radio has a built-in electronic circuit Notice: Using a razor blade or that automatically works to reduce Cell Phone Usage sharp object to clear the inside interference, some static can occur, rear window can damage the rear Cell phone usage, such as making especially around tall buildings or window antenna and/or the rear or receiving phone calls, charging, hills, causing the sound to fade in window defogger. Repairs would or just having the phone on may and out. not be covered by the vehicle cause static interference in the warranty. Do not clear the inside AM radio. Unplug the phone or turn it off rear window with sharp objects. if this happens. The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. Static can also occur Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (16,1)

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Notice: Do not apply aftermarket Audio Players the surface. Pick up discs by glass tinting with metallic film. grasping the outer edges or the The metallic film in some tinting CD Player edge of the hole and the outer edge. materials will interfere with or If the surface of a disc is soiled, distort the incoming radio The infotainment system's CD take a soft, lint-free cloth or dampen reception. Any damage caused to player can play audio CDs and a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral the backglass antenna due to MP3 CDs. detergent solution mixed with water, metallic tinting materials will not and clean it. Make sure the wiping be covered by the vehicle CDs that are 8 cm (3 in) in diameter will not work in the CD player. process starts from the center to warranty. the edge. Care of CDs Care of the CD Player Multi-Band Antenna If playing a CD, the sound quality The roof antenna is for OnStar, can be reduced due to disc quality, Do not add a label to a disc; it could SiriusXM Satellite Radio, and GPS the method of recording, the quality get caught in the CD player. If a (Global Positioning System). Keep of the music that has been label is needed, label the top of the clear of obstructions for clear recorded, and the way the disc has recorded disc with a marking pen. reception. If the vehicle has a been handled. Handle discs The use of disc lens cleaners for sunroof, and it is open, reception carefully. Store CDs in their original discs is not advised, due to the risk can also be affected. cases or other protective cases and of contaminating the lens of the disc away from direct sunlight and dust. optics with lubricants internal to the The CD player scans the bottom CD player mechanism. surface of the disc. If the surface of a disc is damaged, such as cracked, Notice: If a label is added to a broken, or scratched, the disc may CD, more than one CD is inserted not play properly or not at all. Do into the slot at a time, or an not touch the bottom side of a disc attempt is made to play scratched while handling it; this could damage or damaged CDs, the CD player could be damaged. While using Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (17,1)

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the CD player, use only CDs in \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press To insert one CD: good condition without any label, and hold to advance playback 1. Press and release ^. load one CD at a time, and keep quickly within a track. the CD player and the loading slot 2. Wait for the message to insert Z (Eject): Press to eject the disc. free of foreign materials, liquids, the disc. and debris. For the Six-Disc CD player, press 3. Load a CD. Insert the CD and hold for two seconds to eject all partway into the slot, label side Control Buttons discs. up. The player pulls the CD in. The knobs and buttons used to A Shuffle tab and the DISC icon control the CD player are: Inserting a CD (Single Disc Player) display. CD: Press to play a CD when 4. Press the softkey below the listening to the radio. The disc and/ With the printed side facing up, Shuffle tab to play the tracks of a or track number display when a CD insert a CD into the audio CD slot current disc in random order. is in the player. until it is drawn in. The CD track number and a Shuffle tab display Press the softkey again to turn ¨ SEEK or © SEEK: Press to and playback begins. Shuffle off. Shuffle Off displays. select tracks. If the ignition or radio is turned off 5. The CD resumes normal TUNE/TONE: Turn and then press while a CD is in the player, it stays playback. to select tracks. in the player. When the ignition or To insert multiple CDs: MENU/SELECT: Turn and then radio is turned on, the CD starts ^ press to select. playing where it stopped, if it was 1. Press and hold for the last selected audio source. five seconds. A beep sounds r / j (Play/Pause): Press to pause and Load All Discs displays. and restart CD playback. Inserting a CD (Six-Disc CD Player) 2. Follow the displayed instruction s REV (Fast Reverse): Press on when to insert the discs. The and hold to reverse playback quickly ^ (Load): Press to load CDs into CD player takes up to six CDs. within a track. the CD player. This CD player holds up to six CDs. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (18,1)

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3. Press ^ again to cancel To use the seek buttons: \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press loading more CDs. Press SEEK to go to the start of and hold to advance playback © quickly within a track. Sound is If the ignition or radio is turned off the current track, if more than heard at a reduced volume and the while a CD is in the player, it stays five seconds have played. elapsed time of the track displays. in the player. When the ignition or Press ¨ SEEK to go to the next Release to resume playing the radio is turned on, the CD starts track. If SEEK or SEEK is held, track. playing where it stopped, if it was © ¨ or pressed multiple times, the player the last selected audio source. Playing Tracks in Random Order continues moving backward or When a CD is inserted, the disc forward through the tracks on Press the softkey under the Shuffle number displays on the upper right the CD. tab to play the tracks of a CD in side of the screen and the track random order. Press again to turn To use the TUNE/TONE knob or the number displays at the left and Shuffle off. Shuffle Off displays. center of the screen. The Shuffle MENU/SELECT knob: For vehicles with a Radio with and Disc labels appear below. Press Turn the TUNE/TONE knob or the Six-Disc CD player, the shuffle the softkeys under the Disc tab to MENU/SELECT knob to highlight feature only works on the disc that change to another disc. The CD the desired track, then press the is currently playing. begins playback of the first track on TUNE/TONE knob or MENU/ the selected disc. As each new SELECT knob to select the track. Playing an MP3/WMA Disc track starts to play, the track number displays in the left and center of the Fast Forward and Rewind CD players with the MP3 feature are screen. s REV (Fast Reverse): Press capable of playing an MP3/WMA and hold to reverse playback quickly CD-R or CD-RW disc. See MP3 on Playing a CD within a track. Sound is heard at a page 7‑23 for more information. Selecting a CD Track reduced volume and the elapsed time of the track displays. Release Tracks can be selected using the to resume playing the track. seek buttons, TUNE/TONE knob, or MENU/SELECT knob. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (19,1)

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Disc Messages If the disc is not playing correctly, for Care of CDs and DVDs any other reason, try a known DISC ERROR: If this message If playing a CD/DVD, the sound good disc. displays and/or the disc ejects, it quality can be reduced due to disc could be for one of the following If any error occurs repeatedly or if quality, the method of recording, the reasons: an error cannot be corrected, quality of the music that has been contact your dealer. If the radio recorded, and the way the disc has . The radio system does not displays an error message, write it been handled. Handle discs support the playlist format, the down and provide it to your dealer carefully. Store CDs and DVDs in compressed audio format, or the when reporting the problem. their original cases or other data file format. protective cases and away from . It is very hot. When the CD/DVD Player direct sunlight and dust. The CD/ temperature returns to normal, DVD player scans the bottom the disc should play. The infotainment system's CD/DVD surface of the disc. If the surface of player can play audio discs and a disc is damaged, such as cracked, . The road is very rough. When MP3 discs. the road becomes smoother, the broken, or scratched, the disc may disc should play. Discs that are 8 cm (3 in) in not play properly or not at all. Do diameter will not work in the CD/ not touch the bottom side of a disc . The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, DVD player. while handling it; this could damage or upside down. the surface. Pick up discs by The CD/DVD player does not grasping the outer edges or the . The air is very humid. If so, wait support the playback of DVD video edge of the hole and the outer edge. about an hour and try again. discs. If a DVD video disc is . There was a problem while inserted into the player, the radio If the surface of a disc is soiled, burning the disc. displays “Read Error Please Check take a soft, lint-free cloth or dampen Disc” and ejects the disc. a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral . The label is caught in the CD/ detergent solution mixed with water, DVD-A player. and clean it. Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (20,1)

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Care of the CD/DVD Player Control Buttons changes playback to a speed of 4X, Do not add a label to a disc; it could The knobs and buttons used to 10X, or 21X. Press r / j to resume get caught in the CD/DVD player. control the CD/DVD player are: normal playback. If a label is needed, label the top of CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to \ FWD (Fast Forward): In CD or the recorded disc with a switch between CD/DVD, auxiliary MP3 playback mode, press and marking pen. input, and USB devices. hold to advance playback quickly The use of disc lens cleaners for within a track. Sound is heard at a SEEK or SEEK: Press to discs is not advised, due to the risk ¨ © reduced volume. When released, select tracks. of contaminating the lens of the disc normal playback resumes and the optics with lubricants internal to the TUNE/TONE: Turn and then press elapsed time of the track displays. CD/DVD player mechanism. to select tracks. In DVD-Audio playback mode, press Notice: If a label is added to a MENU/SELECT: Turn and then once to change playback to a speed disc, or more than one disc is press to select. of 2X. Each successive press changes playback to a speed of 4X, inserted into the slot at a time, r / j (Play/Pause): Press to pause or an attempt is made to play and restart CD or DVD playback. 10X, or 21X. Press r / j to resume scratched or damaged discs, the s normal playback. CD/DVD player could be REV (Fast Reverse): In CD or Z damaged. While using the CD/ MP3 playback mode, press and (Eject): Press to eject the disc. DVD player, use only discs in hold to reverse playback quickly Inserting a Disc good condition without any label, within a track. Sound is heard at a load one dosc at a time, and keep reduced volume. When released, With the printed side facing up, the CD/DVD player and the normal playback resumes and the insert a disc into the audio CD/DVD loading slot free of foreign elapsed time of the track displays. slot until it is drawn in. The disc track number and a Shuffle tab materials, liquids, and debris. In DVD-Audio playback mode, press display and playback begins. once to change playback to a speed of 2X. Each successive press Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (21,1)

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If the ignition or radio is turned off To use the TUNE/TONE knob: Playing Tracks in Random Order while a disc is in the player, it stays Turn the TUNE/TONE knob to Press the softkey under the Shuffle in the player. When the ignition or highlight the desired track, then tab to play the tracks of a CD in radio is turned on, the disc starts press the TUNE/TONE knob to random order. Press again to turn playing where it stopped, if it was select the track. Shuffle off. Shuffle Off displays. the last selected audio source. To use the MENU/SELECT knob: Playing a DVD-A (Audio) Disc Playing a CD Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to The Radio with DVD Audio, HDD, Selecting a CD Track highlight the desired track, then and USB is capable of playing DVD Tracks can be selected using the press the MENU/SELECT knob to audio discs in the Bose® 5.1 Cabin seek buttons, TUNE/TONE knob, select the track. surround sound system. or MENU/SELECT knob. Fast Forward and Rewind Insert the DVD audio disc into the To use the seek buttons: s REV (Fast Reverse): Press CD/DVD player. DVD Audio and hold to reverse playback quickly displays and playback begins. The Press SEEK to go to the start of © within a track. Sound is heard at a Group and track number display the current track, if more than reduced volume and the elapsed during playback. five seconds have played. time of the track displays. Release Selecting a DVD-A Track Press ¨ SEEK to go to the next to resume playing the track. track. If © SEEK or ¨ SEEK is held, Tracks can be selected using the \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press seek buttons, or the TUNE/ or pressed multiple times, the player and hold to advance playback TONE knob. continues moving backward or quickly within a track. Sound is forward through the tracks on heard at a reduced volume and the To use the seek buttons: the CD. elapsed time of the track displays. Press © SEEK to go to the start of Release to resume playing the the current track, if more than track. five seconds have played. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (22,1)

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Press ¨ SEEK to go to the next Fast Forward and Rewind Stopping DVD Audio Playback track. If © SEEK or ¨ SEEK is held, s REV (Fast Reverse): Press to Press the softkey under the c tab or pressed multiple times, the player reverse playback quickly within a to stop playback of the DVD audio continues moving backward or track. Sound is heard at a reduced disc. “DVD PreStop” displays. Press volume. Press once to change forward through the tracks within the the r / j button to resume playback current group. playback to a speed of 2X. Each successive press changes playback from where it was stopped. To use the TUNE/TONE knob: to a speed of 4X, 10X, or 21X. Press the softkey under the c tab Turn the TUNE/TONE knob to Press r / j to resume normal again while in DVD PreStop. “DVD display a list of all tracks in all playback. Stop displays. Press the / j groups on the DVD audio disc and ” r to highlight tracks. Stop turning the \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press to button while in DVD Stop to begin TUNE/TONE knob or press the advance playback quickly within a playback from the beginning of the TUNE/TONE knob to start playback track. Sound is heard at a reduced DVD audio disc. of the highlighted track. volume. Press once to change j playback to a speed of 2X. Each Press the r / button during DVD To use the MENU/SELECT knob: successive press changes playback audio playback to pause or resume playback. Press the softkey under the Menu to a speed of 4X, 10X, or 21X. tab to display a list of all Groups. To Press r / j to resume normal Selecting DVD Audio Streams change Groups, turn the MENU/ playback. Each DVD audio Group may contain SELECT knob to highlight the audio content that is encoded in one desired Group. Press the MENU/ Playing Tracks in Random Order or two formats. For example, a SELECT knob to select it. Playback Press the softkey under the Shuffle particular Group may have both a begins from track 1 of the tab to begin random playback of all 5.1 surround audio stream and a 2.0 highlighted Group. songs in the current Group. Press stereo audio stream available. again to turn off random playback. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (23,1)

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Press the softkey under the Audio Disc Messages If the disc is not playing correctly, for tab to display the current audio any other reason, try a known DISC ERROR: If this message stream playing. Audio Stream 1 or good disc. “ ” displays and/or the disc ejects, it Audio Stream 2 briefly displays. “ ” could be for one of the following If any error occurs repeatedly or if Press the softkey under the Audio reasons: an error cannot be corrected, tab again to toggle between Audio contact your dealer. If the radio . The radio system does not Stream 1 or Audio Stream 2 (if displays an error message, write it support the playlist format, the available). down and provide it to your dealer compressed audio format, or the Check the DSP settings to when reporting the problem. data file format. determine if a 5.1 surround sound audio stream is playing. See . It is very hot. When the MP3 Operation on page 7‑3 for more temperature returns to normal, information. Press the DSP tab to the disc should play. MP3/WMA Format see if the 5.1 + Normal or 5.1 + . The road is very rough. When The Single CD and the Six-Disc CD Rear settings are available for the road becomes smoother, the Radio will play MP3/WMA files that selection. If these settings are disc should play. were recorded on a CD-R or available, Audio Stream 1 is playing. CD-RW disc. The HDD Radio can . The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, also play MP3/WMA files recorded Playing an MP3/WMA Disc or upside down. on DVD+/-R discs or stored on a CD/DVD players with the MP3 . The air is very humid. If so, wait USB storage device. Some USB feature are capable of playing an about an hour and try again. storage devices may not be MP3/WMA on DVD+/−R, CD−R, . supported. or CD−RW discs. For more There was a problem while burning the disc. information, see MP3 on page 7‑23. . The label is caught in the CD/ DVD player. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (24,1)

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The files can be recorded with the albums using one folder for each Playlists can be selected by using following fixed bit rates: 32 kbps, album. Each folder or album the previous and next folder 40 kbps, 56 kbps, 64 kbps, 80 kbps, should contain 18 songs or less. buttons, the SEEK arrows, or 96 kbps, 112 kbps, 128 kbps, . Avoid subfolders. The the \ FWD or s REV buttons. An 160 kbps, 192 kbps, 224 kbps, system can support up to MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW that 256 kbps, and 320 kbps or a eight subfolders deep. Keep the was recorded using no file folders variable bit rate. Song title, artist total number of folders to a can also be played. If a CD-R or name, and album can display when minimum to reduce the CD-RW contains more than the files are recorded using ID3 tags complexity and confusion during maximum of 50 folders and version 1 and 2. playback. playlists, and 255 files, the player lets you access and navigate up to Creating an MP3/WMA Disc . Create playlists that have a .m3u the maximum, but all items over the When creating an MP3/WMA disc: or .wpl extension; other file maximum are not accessible. extensions may not work. . Make sure the MP3/WMA files The HDD Radio can support more . are recorded on a CD-R or Minimize the length of the file, than 255 files on an MP3/WMA disc. CD-RW disc. folder, or playlist names. Long file, folder, or playlist names, The HDD Radio does not support . Do not mix standard audio and or a combination of a large playlists on a disc or USB storage MP3/WMA files on one disc. number of files, folders, device. . Make sure the CD does not or playlists can cause the player Root Directory have more than a maximum of to be unable to play up to the 50 folders and playlists, and maximum number of files, The root directory of the CD-R or 255 files to read and play. folders, playlists, or sessions. CD-RW is treated as a folder. If the root directory has compressed audio . Create a folder structure that . Finalize the audio disc before files, the directory displays as F1 makes it easy to find songs burning it. Adding music to an DISC. All files contained directly while driving. Organize songs by existing disc can cause the disc under the root directory are not to function. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (25,1)

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accessed prior to any root directory When the CD contains only playlists Playlists can be changed by folders. Playlists (Px) are always and compressed audio files, but no pressing the next and previous accessed after root folders or files. folders, all files are under the root folder button. The HDD Radio displays the root folder. The folder down and the When play enters a new folder, the directory of an MP3/WMA disc as folder up buttons search playlists display does not automatically show F1 MP3 and the root directory of a (Px) first and then go to the root the new folder name unless the USB storage device as F1 USB. folder. The radio displays F1 DISC folder mode has been chosen as for the root directory. the default display. The new track Empty Directory or Folder Order of Play name displays. If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the file structure that Tracks recorded to the CD-R or File System and Naming contains empty folders and no CD-RW play in the following order: The song name contained in the ID3 compressed files in them, the player . Play begins from the first track in tag displays. If the song name is not advances to the next folder in the the first folder and continues in the ID3 tag, the radio displays the file structure that contains sequentially through all tracks in file name without the extension. compressed audio files. each folder. When the last track Track names longer than of the last folder has played, No Folder 32 characters are shortened. Parts play continues from the first of words on the last page of text When the CD contains only track of the first playlist. and the extension of the file name compressed files, the files are under . Play begins from the first track in are not displayed. the root folder. The next and the first playlist and continues previous folder functions do not The HDD Radio will display file sequentially through all tracks in names with the extension. display on a CD that was recorded each playlist. When the last without folders or playlists. The track of the last playlist has radio displays F1 DISC for the root played, play continues from the directory. first track of the first folder. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (26,1)

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Preprogrammed Playlists Playing an MP3/WMA from a To use the softkeys below the Preprogrammed playlists created Disc or a USB Storage Device folder tabs: S using WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, Selecting an MP3 Track Folder (Previous Folder): Press or Real Jukebox™ software can be the softkey under the Folder tab to accessed, however they cannot be Tracks can be selected using the go to the first track in the previous edited using the radio. These seek buttons, the TUNE/TONE folder. knob, or the softkeys below the playlists are special folders Folder T (Next Folder): Press the containing compressed audio song folder tabs on the infotainment display. softkey under the Folder tab to go to files. Playlists must have a file the first track in the next folder. extension of PLS or M3U. To use the seek buttons: Fast Forward and Rewind Playlists can be selected using the Press the SEEK button to go to previous and next folder buttons. © s REV (Fast Reverse): Press the start of the current track, if more Tracks can be changed by pressing and hold to reverse playback quickly than five seconds have played. the seek buttons or turning the within a track. Sound is heard at a TUNE/TONE knob. Songs are Press the ¨ SEEK button to go to reduced volume and the elapsed played sequentially; press s REV the next track. If © SEEK or ¨ SEEK time of the track displays. Release to resume playing the track. or \ FWD to reverse or advance is held, or pressed multiple times, the player continues moving through the playing song. \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press backward or forward through the and hold to advance playback The HDD Radio does not support tracks on the disc. quickly within a track. Sound is preprogrammed playlists. To create To use the TUNE/TONE knob: heard at a reduced volume and the a playlist on the HDD radio from elapsed time of the track displays. Turn the TUNE/TONE knob to songs recorded to the HDD, see Release to resume playing the highlight the desired track, then Hard Drive Device (HDD) on track. page 7‑27. press the TUNE/TONE knob to select the track. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (27,1)

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Searching for MP3 Tracks songs recorded to the HDD, see Hard Drive Device (HDD) Tracks can be searched for by using Hard Drive Device (HDD) on page 7‑27. To use the HDD, tracks must be the menu system. recorded from a CD, MP3 Disc, To use the menu system: Quick Jump or USB device first. 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob To scroll up or down the list of Recording from Audio Discs to display the MP3 Menu. Artists, Albums, or Song Titles, press and hold the softkey under REC (Record): Press to start 2. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to the FWD or REV tab. recording tracks from the disc while highlight an option from the MP3 it is playing. The radio has the Menu. The available options are: To jump to the beginning, middle, option to record the current track or last section of the list: . Playlists* playing or all tracks from the CD. . Press the first softkey under the Press the softkey under the desired . Tracks display to go to the beginning record option. . Folders section of the list. The last radio station that was on . Artists . Press the second softkey under begins playing and a status bar the display to go to the middle appears on the top of the display . Albums section of the list. when the recording process starts. . Song Titles The status bar disappears when the . Press the third softkey under the process has ended. The recorded . AudioBook display to go to the last section songs are now available. 3. Press the MENU/SELECT knob of the list. to select the desired option. Playing Tracks in Random Order Copy-Protected CD(s) *The HDD Radio does not support Press the softkey under the Shuffle Make sure the disc is not copy preprogrammed playlists. To create tab to play the tracks of the current protected. The radio does not copy a playlist on the HDD radio from folder in random order. Press again a copy-protected CD to the HDD. to turn Shuffle off. Shuffle Off displays. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (28,1)

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Deleting a Recorded Song or Re-recording Audio CDs is not found in the Gracenote Category If a CD has already been recorded, Database and it does not have DEL (Delete): Press the DEL the radio system will not record the CD-text information, the radio will button to delete the track currently contents again. If a partially record the audio CD with all song, playing or select a track from one of recorded CD is selected for artist, album and genre names as the song lists. recording, only those songs that are “NO INFO.” To delete an entire category, select not already on the HDD will be Songs recorded with “NO INFO” to a category and press DEL. recorded. the HDD will be hard to sort, identify, and select. To make HDD Stopping the Recording Audio CD Song, Artist, Album, navigation easier, CDs with NO and Genre Information “ While recording from the audio CD, INFO” can first be converted to MP3 press the REC button to display the Radios with HDD contain a format with Tag information on a stop recording option. Press the Gracenote® Database that the radio home computer and then recorded softkey under this option to confirm uses to determine the song, artist, to the HDD from an MP3 disc or the selection. album, and genre information. The USB device. Gracenote Database allows the Occasionally, the radio may find Ejecting a CD or Turning Off the radio to record an audio CD to the more than one match in the Vehicle While Recording HDD and store the content using Gracenote Database for an audio song, artist, album, and genre If the CD is ejected or the vehicle is CD that has been recorded. If this turned off before the recording information. happens, the radio will display process has completed, tracks that Newly released audio CDs as well “Multi-Hit” for the name information have been completely recorded are as some less common audio CDs when the songs are selected from stored to the HDD. Incomplete may not be found in the Gracenote the HDD. With a “Multi-Hit” song tracks are discarded. Database stored on the HDD. playing, press the button below the If these audio CDs contain CD-text, EDIT tab to bring up the list of the radio will use the CD-text multiple names found in the information when recording the Gracenote Database. Use the content to the HDD. If an audio CD Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (29,1)

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MENU/SELECT knob to highlight The last radio station that was on USB Host Support and select the correct name for the begins playing and a status bar The USB connector uses the USB “Multi-Hit” recorded CD. appears on the top of the display standards, 1.1 and 2.0. The Gracenote Database stored on when the recording process starts. the HDD can be updated so that it The status bar disappears when the USB Supported Devices process has ended. The recorded includes name information for more . USB Flash Drives recently released audio CDs. See songs are now available. . Portable USB Hard Drives your dealer for more information on AAC and OGG Vorbis file types are Gracenote Database updates for the not fully supported. These file types Playing from the Hard Drive HDD radio. may or may not play and may be Device shown without Tag information. Recording from MP3/WMA Without Tag information available, HDD (Hard Drive Device): Press Discs or USB these file types may be identified the HDD button to start playing only by file name. tracks from the HDD. HDD displays REC (Record): Press to start and playback resumes from where it recording tracks from an MP3/WMA AudioBooks from www.audible.com was last stopped. disc or a USB device (excluding can also be transferred to the HDD iPods) while it is playing. The radio using the record function. See has the option to record the current “AudioBook” later in this section for track playing or all tracks from the more information. CD. Press the softkey under the desired record option. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (30,1)

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HDD Playback Mode . Artists The infotainment system displays the current HDD playback mode. The . Albums following table shows the display mode options and what happens as the . Song Titles mode is displayed: . Genres Mode When Displayed . Recently Saved Shuffle System is randomly playing back all HDD content. . AudioBook System is playing back content by a selected artist in Artist 3. Press the MENU/SELECT knob alphabetical order. to select the desired option. System is playing back content from a selected album in Album Quick Jump track order. To scroll up or down the list of Genre System is playing back content in a selected genre in Artists, Albums, or Song Titles, alphabetical order. press and hold the softkey under Song System is playing back all songs in alphabetical order. the FWD or REV tab. Playlist System is playing back all songs from the selected To jump to the beginning, middle, playlist in the order they were added. or last section of the list: . AudioBook System is playing back AudioBook content. Press the first softkey under the display to go to the beginning section of the list. HDD Menu 2. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to . Press the second softkey under highlight an option from the HDD the display to go to the middle 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob section of the list. to display the HDD Menu. Menu. The available options are: . Shuffle Songs . Press the third softkey under the display to go to the last section . Playlist of the list. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (31,1)

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Shuffle Songs As an example, the HDD Menu Recently Saved Select this option from the HDD displays a layout such as: Select this option from the HDD Menu to randomly play back HDD Artists (5) Menu to display the last 50 songs content. Albums (6) added since the vehicle was last turned on. The songs are Playlist Song Titles (77) categorized into songs recorded Select this option from the HDD Genres (3) from CDs or USB devices. Menu to display all six favorite AudioBook playlists, then select one of the six The radio system displays the playlists to display a list of songs number of available items in each The radio is able to play back that have been added to that individual category as shown on the AudioBook content downloaded favorite playlist. Select a song from sample display. For example, the from www.audible.com. This content the list to begin playback of that sample display shows there is can be transferred into the HDD by song and to put the HDD into the content on the hard drive from either burning it to a CD or copying Playlist mode. See “Saving HDD five individual artists. it to a USB storage device and then Favorites” later in this section for recording it to the HDD. more information. Select the HDD Menu category to display the available items in each The audible.com® playback HDD Categories individual category, then select an requires activation of the vehicle as a player for downloaded content. The HDD category mode can be item from one of these submenus to display a list of songs related to that The radio system activates the used to select a song by a particular audible.com system when artist, album, or genre for playback. menu item. Select a song to begin playback of that song and to put the information is found on either a CD HDD in the playback mode. inserted into the CD/DVD player or a USB storage device that is connected. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is required in order to activate the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (32,1)

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Saving HDD Favorites Favorites can be saved by pressing and holding the softkey under the Press the FAV button to change favorites selection. Store favorites according to the following table: between favorite modes during HDD Favorites Action on Press-and-Hold playback. The following favorite Display Mode modes are supported: Adds the currently playing track to the playlist Playlist . Playlists selected. . Artists Saves the artist associated with the currently Artist . Albums playing track in the indicated favorites position. . Saves the album associated with the currently Genres Album playing track in the indicated favorites position. Saves the genre associated with the currently Genre playing track in the indicated favorites position.

Configuring HDD Favorites Time Shifting — Pause and Press the CONFIG button to display Rewind Live FM/AM and XM™ (if the radio configuration options. equipped) Press the softkey under the HDD The Radio with DVD Audio, HDD, tab to display the available favorite and USB has the ability to rewind modes. Press the softkey under the 60 minutes of FM/AM and XM (if favorite tab to set the available equipped) content. While listening to favorite modes. Available favorite the radio, the content from the modes are highlighted. current station is always being buffered to the HDD. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (33,1)

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Press r / j (play/pause) to pause On AM/FM, press s REV within one hour, the radio will automatically resume playback from the radio. The radio display will or \ FWD multiple times to rewind the pause point. show the Time Shift buffer status or fast forward. Each press will bar. The status bar shows the rewind or fast forward 30 seconds of amount of content stored in the Auxiliary Devices content. On XM, press s REV or buffer and the current pause point. \ FWD multiple times to jump to The 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input To resume playback from the the previous or next song or jack and the USB port (if equipped) current pause point, press r / j commercial. in the center console bin, allow again. The radio will no longer be portable devices to connect to the When the radio station is changed, vehicle. This is not an audio output; playing “live” radio. Instead, time the buffer is cleared and shifted content is being played from do not plug headphones into the automatically restarted for the auxiliary input jack. the buffer. When the radio is playing current station. You cannot rewind time shifted content from the buffer, the content from a previously tuned Set up auxiliary devices while the a buffer status bar shows below the station. vehicle is stopped. See Defensive station number on the left side of Driving on page 9‑3 for more the screen. Time shifting of AM/FM or XM is not information on driver distraction. available while recording or while Press and hold s REV or \ FWD other sources of playback are When a device is first connected to to rewind or fast forward through the selected. the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack or the USB port (if equipped) the time shift buffer. Hold \ FWD until Pausing AM/FM or XM™ (if infotainment system automatically the end of the currently recorded equipped) with the Vehicle switches to that device. If an buffer to resume “live” radio Turned Off auxiliary device has already been playback. With “live” radio playing, If AM/FM or XM is paused before connected, press the AUX or CD/ the radio display will no longer show AUX button. the buffer bar below the station the vehicle is turned off, the radio number. will continue to buffer the current radio station for up to one hour. If the vehicle is turned back on Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (34,1)

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3.5 mm Jack USB Supported Devices Connecting an iPod Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to . USB Flash Drives To connect the iPod, connect one end of the special iPod connection the auxiliary input jack to use a . Portable USB Hard Drives portable audio player. cable to the iPod’s dock connector. . Fifth generation or later iPods* Connect the other end to both the Playback of an audio device that is USB port and the auxiliary input jack connected to the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) . First, Second, or Third in the center console. The USB port jack can only be controlled using generation iPod nanos* and the auxiliary input jack are in the controls on the device. . iPod classics* the center console bin. If the vehicle VOL/ O (Volume/Power): Turn *For proper operation, make sure is on and the USB connection clockwise or counterclockwise to the iPod has the latest firmware works, a GM logo may appear on increase or decrease the volume of from Apple®. The iPod firmware the iPod. The iPod's music the portable player. Use the portable can be updated using the latest information will be shown on the device to make additional volume iTunes application. See radio’s display and the music begins adjustments. www.apple.com/itunes. playing through the vehicle's audio system. CD or CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Connecting a USB Storage Device Press to play a CD when a portable The iPod's battery charges while it Connect the USB storage device to is connected to the vehicle and if audio device is playing. Press again the USB port in the center console. to start playing audio from the the ignition is turned to ACC/ Some USB devices may not be ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. It can connected portable audio player. If a supported. portable audio player is not also be left connected to the vehicle connected, “No Aux Device” Playing an MP3/WMA from a USB after the vehicle is turned off. With displays. Storage Device the vehicle turned off, the iPod will automatically be powered off and USB Port See MP3 on page 7‑23 for more will not charge or draw power from information. The USB connector uses the USB the vehicle's battery. standards, 1.1 and 2.0. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (35,1)

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A standard iPod USB cable, like the To connect and control the iPod Phone one that came with the iPod, cannot using the radio controls, use the be used to connect an iPod to the special iPod connection cable that vehicle. The special iPod came as standard equipment with Bluetooth connection cable that came the vehicle as part of the USB For vehicles equipped with equipped with the vehicle or that option. The special iPod connection Bluetooth capability, the system can was made available from your cable can also be purchased or interact with many cell phones, dealer must be used to command made available from your dealer. allowing: and control an iPod. See your dealer for more . information. Placement and receipt of calls in Use a standard 3.5 mm (1/8 in) a hands-free mode. stereo cable to connect an older Use the MENU/SELECT knob to . iPod model that is not supported, bring up the iPod Menu and select Sharing of the cell phone’s or if the special iPod connection Songs, Artists, Albums, Playlists, address book or contact list with cable is missing. Command and and Audio Books to play from the vehicle. control of the iPod using the the iPod. To minimize driver distraction, infotainment control buttons and before driving, and with the vehicle knobs is not supported when only a Disconnecting an iPod parked: 3.5 mm (1/8 in) stereo cable is used. To properly dismount the iPod USB . Become familiar with the device before disconnecting from features of the cell phone. Commanding and Controlling the vehicle, press the softkey under an iPod Organize the phone book and the EJECT tab on the infotainment contact lists clearly and delete An iPod can be controlled by using display screen during iPod duplicate or rarely used entries. the radio buttons and knobs; the playback. If possible, program speed dial song information shows on the or other shortcuts. infotainment system's display. . Review the controls and operation of the infotainment system. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (36,1)

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. Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Vehicles with a Bluetooth® system When to Speak: A short tone The system may not work with can use a Bluetooth-capable cell sounds after the system responds all cell phones. See “Pairing” in phone with a Hands-Free Profile to indicating when it is waiting for a this section for more information. make and receive phone calls. The voice command. Wait until the tone . If the cell phone has voice system can be used while the and then speak. dialing capability, learn to use ignition is in the ON/RUN or ACC/ How to Speak: Speak clearly in a that feature to access the ACCESSORY position. The range of calm and natural voice. address book or contact list. See the Bluetooth system can be up to “Voice Pass-Thru” in this section 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all phones support Audio System all functions, and not all phones for more information. When using the in-vehicle Bluetooth work with the Bluetooth system. See . system, sound comes through the See “Storing and Deleting Phone www.gm.com/bluetooth for more vehicle's front audio system Numbers” in this section for information on compatible phones. more information. speakers and over-rides the audio Voice Recognition system. Use the audio system { WARNING volume knob, during a call, to The Bluetooth system uses voice change the volume level. The recognition to interpret voice When using a cell phone, it can adjusted volume level remains in commands to dial phone numbers memory for later calls. To prevent be distracting to look too long or and name tags. too often at the screen of the missed calls, a minimum volume phone or the infotainment For additional information say “Help” level is used if the volume is turned (navigation) system. Taking your while you are in a voice down too low. recognition menu. eyes off the road too long or too Bluetooth Controls often could cause a crash Noise: Keep interior noise levels to resulting in injury or death. Focus a minimum. The system may not Use the buttons on the steering wheel to operate the in-vehicle your attention on driving. recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise. Bluetooth system. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑3 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (37,1)

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b / g (Push To Talk): Press to using OnStar Hands-Free Calling, different paired phone, see answer incoming calls, confirm if available. See OnStar Overview “Connecting to a Different system information, and start on page 14‑1 for more information. Phone” later in this section. speech recognition. Pairing Information: Pairing a Phone c / ª (Phone On Hook): Press . A Bluetooth phone with MP3 to end a call, reject a call, or cancel 1. Press and hold b / g for capability cannot be paired to two seconds. For vehicles with a an operation. the vehicle as a phone and an navigation system say “Hands MP3 player at the same time. For vehicles without a navigation Free” after the tone. system, the system responds with . Up to five cell phones can be 2. Say Bluetooth. This command “Ready” followed by a tone. “ ” paired to the Bluetooth system. can be skipped. For vehicles with a navigation . The pairing process is disabled system, the system responds with a 3. Say “Pair.” The system responds when the vehicle is moving. with instructions and a four-digit tone. After the tone, say “Hands . Pairing only needs to be Personal Identification Number Free.” The system responds with completed once, unless the (PIN). The PIN will be used in “Ready” followed by a tone. pairing information on the cell Step 5. Pairing phone changes or the cell phone 4. Start the pairing process on the is deleted from the system. A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone cell phone that you want to pair. must be paired to the in-vehicle . Only one paired cell phone can For help with this process, see Bluetooth system and then be connected to the Bluetooth your cell phone manufacturer's connected to the vehicle before it system at a time. user guide. can be used. See the cell phone . If multiple paired cell phones are 5. Locate the device named “Your manufacturer's user guide for within range of the system, the Vehicle” in the list on the cell Bluetooth functions before pairing system connects to the first phone. Follow the instructions the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone available paired cell phone in the on the cell phone to enter the is not connected, calls will be made order that they were first paired PIN that was provided in Step 3. to the system. To link to a Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (38,1)

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After the PIN is successfully 2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “Change phone.” entered, the system prompts you 3. Say “Delete.” The system asks . If another phone is found, to provide a name for the paired which phone to delete. the response will be cell phone. This name will be “ is now used to indicate which phones 4. Say the name of the phone you connected.” are paired and connected to the want to delete. . vehicle. The system responds If the phone name to delete is If another phone is not found, the original phone with “ has been unknown, see “Listing All Paired remains connected. successfully paired” after the and Connected Phones.” pairing process is complete. Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair Numbers additional phones. To connect to a different cell phone, the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to 30 Listing All Paired and Connected next available cell phone in the phone numbers as name tags in the Phones order in which all available cell Hands-Free Directory that is shared phones were paired. Depending on between the Bluetooth and OnStar 1. Press and hold b / g for systems. two seconds. For vehicles with a which cell phone you want to connect to, you may have to use navigation system say “Hands The following commands are used this command several times. Free” after the tone. to delete and store phone numbers. 2. Say “Bluetooth.” 1. Press and hold b / g for Store: This command will store a two seconds. For vehicles with a phone number, or a group of 3. Say List. “ ” navigation system say “Hands numbers as a name tag. Deleting a Paired Phone Free” after the tone. Digit Store: This command allows 1. Press and hold / for 2. Say “Bluetooth.” a phone number to be stored as a b g name tag by entering the digits one two seconds. For vehicles with a at a time. navigation system say “Hands Free” after the tone. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (39,1)

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Delete: This command is used to To hear all of the numbers Using the “Delete All Name Tags” delete individual name tags. recognized by the system, say Command Delete All Name Tags: This “Verify” at any time. This command deletes all stored command deletes all stored name 1. Press and hold b / g for name tags in the Hands-Free tags in the Hands-Free Calling two seconds. For vehicles with a Calling Directory and the OnStar Directory and the OnStar navigation system say “Hands Turn-by-Turn Destinations Directory. Turn-by-Turn Destinations Directory. Free” after the tone. To delete all name tags: Using the Store Command “ ” 2. Say “Digit Store.” 1. Press and hold b / g for 1. Press and hold b / g for 3. Say each digit, one at a time, two seconds. For vehicles with a two seconds. For vehicles with a that you want to store. After navigation system say “Hands navigation system say “Hands each digit is entered, the system Free” after the tone. repeats back the digit it heard Free” after the tone. 2. Say “Delete all name tags.” followed by a tone. After the last 2. Say “Store.” digit has been entered, say Listing Stored Numbers 3. Say the phone number or group Store, and then follow the “ ” The list command will list all stored of numbers you want to store all directions given by the system to numbers and name tags. at once with no pauses, then save a name tag for this number. follow the directions given by the Using the “List” Command system to save a name tag for Using the “Delete” Command 1. Press and hold / for this number. 1. Press and hold / for b g b g two seconds. For vehicles with a two seconds. For vehicles with a Using the “Digit Store” Command navigation system say “Hands navigation system say “Hands Free” after the tone. If an unwanted number is Free” after the tone. recognized by the system, say 2. Say “Directory.” “Clear” at any time to clear the last 2. Say “Delete.” 3. Say Hands-Free Calling. number. 3. Say the name tag you want to “ ” delete. 4. Say “List.” Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (40,1)

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Making a Call Calling 911 Emergency To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system, say Calls can be made using the 1. Press and hold / for b g “Verify” at any time. following commands. two seconds. For vehicles with a Dial or Call: The dial or call navigation system say “Hands 1. Press and hold b / g for command can be used Free” after the tone. two seconds. For vehicles with a navigation system say Hands interchangeably to dial a phone 2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” “ number or a stored name tag. Free” after the tone. 3. Say “911.” Digit Dial: This command allows a 2. Say “Digit Dial.” Once connected, the person called phone number to be dialed by 3. Say each digit, one at a time, entering the digits one at a time. will be heard through the audio speakers. that you want to dial. After each Re-dial: This command is used to digit is entered, the system dial the last number used on the cell Using the “Digit Dial” Command repeats back the digit it heard phone. The digit dial command allows a followed by a tone. After the last phone number to be dialed by digit has been entered, Using the “Dial” or “Call” say “Dial.” Command entering the digits one at a time. After each digit is entered, the Once connected, the person called 1. Press and hold b / g for system repeats back the digit it will be heard through the audio two seconds. For vehicles with a heard followed by a tone. speakers. navigation system say “Hands If an unwanted number is Using the “Re-dial” Command Free” after the tone. recognized by the system, say 2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” “Clear” at any time to clear the last 1. Press and hold b / g for number. two seconds. For vehicles with a 3. Say the entire number without navigation system say “Hands pausing or say the name tag. Free” after the tone. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (41,1)

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2. After the tone, say “Re-dial.” The . To ignore the incoming call, no Muting a Call system dials the last number action is required. During a call, all sounds from inside called from the connected cell . Press / to disconnect the the vehicle can be muted so that the phone. c ª current call and switch to the call person on the other end of the call Once connected, the person called on hold. cannot hear them. will be heard through the audio speakers. Three-Way Calling To mute a call, press b / g and then say “Mute Call.” Receiving a Call Three-Way Calling must be supported on the cell phone and To cancel mute, press b / g and When an incoming call is received, enabled by the wireless service then say “Un-mute Call.” the audio system mutes and a ring carrier to work. tone is heard in the vehicle. Transferring a Call 1. While on a call press b / g. . Press b / g to answer the call. Audio can be transferred between 2. Say “Three-way call.” the in-vehicle Bluetooth system and . Press c / ª to ignore a call. 3. Use the dial or call command to the cell phone. Call Waiting dial the number of the third party The cell phone must be paired and to call. connected with the Bluetooth Call waiting must be supported on 4. Once the call is connected, system before a call can be the cell phone and enabled by the transferred. The connection process wireless service carrier. press b / g to link all callers together. can take up to two minutes after the . Press b / g to answer an ignition is turned to ON/RUN. incoming call when another call Ending a Call is active. The original call is Press / to end a call. placed on hold. c ª . Press b / g again to return to the original call. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (42,1)

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Transferring Audio from the This feature can be used to verbally menu-driven phone system. Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone access contacts stored in the cell Account numbers can also be To transfer a call with the audio in phone. stored for use. the vehicle: 1. Press and hold b / g for To send a number or name tag during a call: 1. Press b / g. two seconds. For vehicles with a navigation system say “Hands 1. Press b / g. For vehicles with a 2. Say “Transfer Call.” Free after the tone. ” navigation system say “Hands Transferring Audio to the 2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command Free” after the tone. Bluetooth System from a Cell can be skipped. 2. Say Dial. Phone “ ” 3. Say “Voice.” The system 3. Say the number or name tag During a call with the audio on the responds with “OK, accessing to send. cell phone, press b / g for .” two seconds. For vehicles with a . The cell phone's normal Clearing the System navigation system say “Hands Free” prompt messages will go Unless information is deleted out of after the tone. The audio transfers through their cycle the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it to the vehicle. If the audio does not according to the phone's will be retained indefinitely. This transfer to the vehicle, use the audio operating instructions. includes all saved name tags in the transfer feature on the cell phone. phone book and phone pairing See your cell phone manufacturer's Dual Tone Multi-Frequency information. For information on how user guide for more information. (DTMF) Tones to delete this information, see the Voice Pass-Thru The Bluetooth system can send previous sections on “Deleting a numbers and the numbers stored as Paired Phone” and “Storing and Voice Pass-Thru allows access to name tags during a call. You can Deleting Phone Numbers.” the voice recognition commands on use this feature when calling a the cell phone. See the cell phone manufacturer's user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (43,1)

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Other Information Trademarks and The Bluetooth® word mark and License Agreements logos are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Manufactured under license from See Radio Frequency Statement on Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the page 13‑20 for information double-D symbol are trademarks of regarding Part 15 of the Federal Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under Communications Commission (FCC) U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; rules and Industry Canada 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks and DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS Inc. All “Made for iPod” and “Made for Rights Reserved. iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (44,1)

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7-46 Infotainment System

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Climate Controls 8-1

Climate Controls Climate Control Systems

Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Dual Automatic Climate Control The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with System ...... 8-1 this system. Air Vents Air Vents ...... 8-6 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...... 8-6

1. Display 6. Defrost 2. Fan 7. Air Delivery Mode 3. Power 8. Temperature and Heated/ 4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Ventilated Seat 5. PASS (Passenger Climate 9. Air Conditioning Control) 10. Recirculation Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

8-2 Climate Controls

11. Outside Air is available. The system starts PASS (Passenger Climate 12. Rear Window Defogger out blowing air at the floor, but Control): Press to set a different can automatically change modes temperature for the passenger. Automatic Operation as the vehicle warms up to Then adjust the passenger AUTO (Automatic): The system maintain the chosen temperature temperature buttons to a automatically controls fan speed, air setting. The length of time comfortable setting. delivery, and air conditioning in needed for warm up depends on Pressing the PASS button again order to heat or cool the vehicle to the outside temperature and the automatically sets the passenger's the desired temperature. When the length of time that has elapsed temperature to the driver's setting. since the vehicle was last driven. indicator light is on, the system is in Turning the passenger's full automatic operation. If the air 3. Wait for the system to regulate. temperature display off does not delivery mode or fan setting is This may take from 10 to shut the passenger's climate control manually adjusted, the auto 30 minutes. Then adjust the system off. indicator turns off and displays will temperature, if necessary. show the selected settings. English can be changed to metric Manual Operation 1. Press the AUTO button. units through the Driver Information O (Power): Press to turn the 2. Adjust the temperature to a Center (DIC). See Driver climate control system on or off. comfortable setting between Information Center (DIC) on When the climate control system is 21°C (70°F) and 27°C (80°F). page 5‑27. turned off the air inlet defaults to Q / R (Temperature Control): The outside air. Choosing the coldest or warmest DC temperature setting will not temperature can be adjusted (Fan Control): Press the cause the system to heat or cool separately for the driver and the buttons to increase or decrease the any faster. passenger. Press to increase or fan speed. Pressing either button decrease the automatic temperature cancels automatic fan control. Press To avoid blowing cold air in cold settings. AUTO to return to automatic weather, the system delays turning on the fan until warm air Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

Climate Controls 8-3

operation. The blower may reduce automatic operation, cooler air is air-conditioning compressor, unless during an Onstar® session to limit directed to the upper outlets and the outside temperature is at or background noise. warmer air to the floor outlets. below freezing. If the airflow seems low when the [ (Floor): Air is directed to the This mode can also cause the fan fan speed is at the highest setting, floor outlets, with some air directed speed and air temperature to the passenger compartment air filter to the windshield and outboard increase. might need to be replaced. For more outlets. # (Air Conditioning): Press to information, see Passenger - (Defog): This mode clears the turn the air conditioning system on Compartment Air Filter on page 8‑6. windows of fog or moisture. Air is or off and override the automatic HG (Air Delivery Mode Control): directed to the windshield, floor, and system. When in AUTO, the air Press the buttons to change the side window outlets. When this conditioning compressor comes on direction of the airflow. The current mode is selected, the system turns automatically, as needed. mode appears in the display screen. off recirculation and runs the The air conditioning system Changing the mode cancels the air-conditioning compressor unless removes moisture from the air, so automatic air delivery. Press AUTO the outside temperature is at or water might drip under the vehicle to return to automatic operation. below freezing. If recirculation is while idling or after turning off the The outboard air outlets always selected while in defog mode, it is engine. This is normal. cancelled after 10 minutes. receive some airflow in every mode, M (Recirculation): Press to turn except defrost. 0 (Defrost): This mode clears the on recirculation. An indicator light To change the current mode, select windshield of fog or frost more comes on. Air is recirculated inside one of the following: quickly. Air is directed to the the vehicle. It helps to quickly cool windshield, with some air directed to the air inside the vehicle or prevent Y (Vent): Air is directed to the the side windows. In this mode, the instrument panel outlets. outside air and odors from entering. system automatically turns off Press the AUTO button to have the \ (Bi-Level): Air is divided recirculation and runs the system select the best air delivery between the instrument panel mode for the temperature setting. outlets and the floor outlets. In Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

8-4 Climate Controls

Recirculation is not available in the The rear window defogger stays on z / { (Heated and Ventilated defrost mode and automatically for about 15 minutes, before turning Seats, If Equipped): Press to heat turns off 10 minutes after defog is off if the vehicle is moving at a or ventilate the seat. See Heated selected. This helps to limit window slower speed. At higher speeds, the and Ventilated Front Seats on fogging in the vehicle. rear window defogger may stay on page 3‑9. continuously. With each additional Using recirculation for long periods Remote Start Climate Control of time could cause the air inside press, the defogger runs for about 10 minutes. The defogger can also Operation: For vehicles with the vehicle to become too dry or remote vehicle start, the climate stuffy. To prevent this from be turned off by turning off the engine. control system automatically heats happening, after the air in the and cools the vehicle based on the vehicle has cooled, select outside The heated outside rearview mirrors temperature inside and outside of air or press the auto button. turn on when the rear window the vehicle. The climate control F (Outside Air): Press to turn defogger button is on and helps to displays will be blank. See Remote on the outside air. An indicator light clear fog or frost from the surface of Vehicle Start on page 2‑10. the mirrors. See Heated Mirrors on turns on. The outside air mode pulls In cold weather the windshield page 2‑27. fresh air from outside the vehicle. defroster and/or rear window Outside air is always selected in Notice: Do not try to clear frost defogger automatically turn on. defrost mode to prevent fogging. or other material from the inside If the vehicle has heated seats, they of the front windshield and rear will also turn on. Rear Window Defogger window with a razor blade or The rear window defogger uses a anything else that is sharp. This When the ignition is turned to ON/ warming grid to remove fog or frost may damage the rear window RUN, the climate control system returns to the settings used before from the rear window. It only works defogger grid and affect the when the ignition is in ON/RUN. radio's ability to pick up stations the vehicle was last turned off. The clearly. The repairs would not be heated seats will turn off, (Rear Window Defogger): = covered by the vehicle warranty. if equipped. Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

Climate Controls 8-5

Sensors The climate control system uses the Under certain conditions, the air information from these sensors to quality sensor will not activate, such adjust the fan speed and the air as during cold weather or with delivery, in order to maintain the extreme odors. Press M to selected temperature. The system activate recirculation. may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The air quality sensor system does The recirculation mode will also be not protect against carbon monoxide activated, as necessary. (CO), which you cannot see or smell. See Engine Exhaust on Do not cover the sensors or the page 9‑24. automatic climate control system will The solar sensor on the instrument not work properly. panel, near the windshield, monitors the solar heat. Air Quality Sensor For vehicles with an air quality sensor, the climate control system adjusts to limit some exhaust fumes from being pulled inside your vehicle. Press the AUTO button on the climate control to activate the air quality sensor. The recirculation indicator light comes on when poor The interior temperature sensor, on quality air is detected. The air the instrument panel to the right of quality sensor will not maintain the steering wheel, measures the recirculation for an extended period temperature of the air inside the to prevent the air inside the vehicle vehicle. from becoming too dry or stuffy. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

8-6 Climate Controls

Air Vents Maintenance Use the air outlets in the center and on the side of the instrument panel Passenger Compartment to direct the airflow. Use the Air Filter thumbwheels near the air outlets to The passenger compartment air open or close off the airflow. filter traps most of the dust and Operation Tips pollen from the air entering the vehicle. The filter will need to be . Clear away any ice, snow, changed periodically. See The passenger compartment air or leaves from air inlets at the filter is under the hood below the base of the windshield that could Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3. windshield wiper arm and the block the flow of air into the screen on the passenger side of the vehicle. Using the climate control system vehicle. See Engine Compartment without the passenger air filter . Keep the path under the front Overview on page 10‑6 for more seats clear of objects to help installed could let water or other information on location. debris enter the system. This could circulate the air inside of the To replace the passenger vehicle more effectively. cause a water leak or noises. Make sure a new air filter is installed after compartment air filter: . Use of non-GM approved hood removing the old one. 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with deflectors can adversely affect the engine off. the performance of the system. Check with your dealer before 2. Turn on the windshield wipers adding equipment to the outside and turn the ignition off again of the vehicle. when the wipers are straight up on the windshield. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

Climate Controls 8-7

This allows access to the leaf screen. The passenger compartment air filter is under the screen. 3. Open the hood to access the engine compartment. See Hood on page 10‑5 for more information. 4. Remove the three screws that hold the screen in place and lift off the screen by lifting and sliding it toward the center of the vehicle. 5. Pull out on the two tabs on each end of the filter cover. 6. Lift the filter cover off by pulling it straight up. 7. Remove the old filter and insert a new one. See Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11‑15 for the correct part number for the filter. 8. Reverse Steps 1 through 6 to reinstall the cover. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

8-8 Climate Controls

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Driving and Operating 9-1

Starting the Engine ...... 9-19 Brakes Driving and Retained Accessory Antilock Brake Operating Power (RAP) ...... 9-21 System (ABS) ...... 9-32 Engine Coolant Heater ...... 9-21 Parking Brake (Manual) ...... 9-33 Shifting Into Park ...... 9-22 Parking Brake (Electric) ...... 9-33 Driving Information Shifting out of Park ...... 9-23 Brake Assist Distracted Driving ...... 9-2 Parking (Manual (Except CTS-V) ...... 9-36 Transmission) ...... 9-23 Defensive Driving ...... 9-3 Ride Control Systems Drunk Driving ...... 9-3 Parking over Things That Burn ...... 9-24 Traction Control Control of a Vehicle ...... 9-3 System (TCS) ...... 9-36 Braking ...... 9-3 ® Engine Exhaust StabiliTrak System ...... 9-37 Steering ...... 9-4 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-24 Competitive Driving Mode . . . 9-38 Off-Road Recovery ...... 9-4 Running the Vehicle While Magnetic Ride Control ...... 9-38 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Parked ...... 9-25 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-39 Competitive Driving ...... 9-5 Driving on Wet Roads ...... 9-6 Automatic Transmission Cruise Control Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-7 Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-25 Cruise Control ...... 9-39 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-7 Manual Mode ...... 9-27 Winter Driving ...... 9-8 Object Detection Systems If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 9-9 Manual Transmission Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 9-42 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 9-10 Manual Transmission ...... 9-29 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...... 9-43 Starting and Operating Drive Systems Rear Vision New Vehicle Break-In ...... 9-14 All-Wheel Drive ...... 9-31 Camera (RVC) ...... 9-45 Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) ...... 9-15 Ignition Positions (Key Access) ...... 9-17 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

9-2 Driving and Operating

Fuel Driving Information . Designate a front seat Fuel ...... 9-48 passenger to handle potential distractions. Recommended Fuel ...... 9-48 Distracted Driving Gasoline Specifications ...... 9-49 . Become familiar with vehicle California Fuel Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as Requirements ...... 9-49 and can take your focus from the programming favorite radio Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-49 task of driving. Exercise good stations and adjusting climate Fuel Additives ...... 9-49 judgment and do not let other control and seat settings. Filling the Tank ...... 9-50 activities divert your attention away Program all trip information into Filling a Portable Fuel from the road. Many local any navigation device prior to Container ...... 9-52 governments have enacted laws driving. regarding driver distraction. Become Towing . Wait until the vehicle is parked familiar with the local laws in General Towing to retrieve items that have fallen your area. Information ...... 9-53 to the floor. To avoid distracted driving, always Driving Characteristics and . Stop or park the vehicle to tend keep your eyes on the road, hands Towing Tips ...... 9-53 to children. Trailer Towing (CTS-V and on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Keep pets in an appropriate Coupe) ...... 9-56 . Do not use a phone in carrier or restraint. Trailer Towing (Except CTS-V demanding driving situations. and Coupe) ...... 9-56 Use a hands-free method to . Avoid stressful conversations Towing Equipment ...... 9-57 place or receive necessary while driving, whether with a Conversions and Add-Ons phone calls. passenger or on a cell phone. Add-On Electrical . Watch the road. Do not read, Equipment ...... 9-58 take notes, or look up information on phones or other electronic devices. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

Driving and Operating 9-3

careless and make mistakes. { WARNING Anticipate what they might do WARNING (CONTINUED) and be ready. Taking your eyes off the road too Do not drink and drive or ride with long or too often could cause a . Allow enough following distance a driver who has been drinking. crash resulting in injury or death. between you and the driver in Ride home in a cab; or if you are Focus your attention on driving. front of you. with a group, designate a driver . Focus on the task of driving. who will not drink. Refer to the infotainment section for more information on using that Drunk Driving Control of a Vehicle system, including pairing and using Death and injury associated with a cell phone. drinking and driving is a global Braking, steering, and accelerating are important factors in helping to tragedy. If equipped, refer to the navigation control a vehicle while driving. manual for information on that system, including pairing and using { WARNING a cell phone. Braking Drinking and then driving is very Braking action involves perception Defensive Driving dangerous. Your reflexes, time and reaction time. Deciding to perceptions, attentiveness, and push the brake pedal is perception Defensive driving means “always judgment can be affected by even time. Actually doing it is expect the unexpected. The first ” a small amount of alcohol. You reaction time. step in driving defensively is to wear can have a serious or even the safety belt. See Safety Belts on — Average driver reaction time is fatal collision if you drive after page 3‑12. — about three-quarters of a second. In drinking. that time, a vehicle moving at . Assume that other road users (Continued) 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m (pedestrians, bicyclists, and (66 ft), which could be a lot of other drivers) are going to be distance in an emergency. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

9-4 Driving and Operating

Helpful braking tips to keep in mind If power steering assist is lost . Antilock Brake System (ABS) include: because the engine stops or allows steering while braking. because of a system malfunction, . Keep enough distance between Off-Road Recovery you and the vehicle in front the vehicle can be steered but may of you. require increased effort. See your dealer if there is a problem. . Avoid needless heavy braking. Curve Tips . Keep pace with traffic. . Take curves at a reasonable If the engine ever stops while the speed. vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the . Reduce speed before entering a brakes. Doing so could make the curve. pedal harder to push down. If the . Maintain a reasonable steady engine stops, there will be some speed through the curve. power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied. . Wait until the vehicle is out of Once the power assist is used up, it the curve before accelerating can take longer to stop and the gently into the straightaway. The vehicle's right wheels can drop brake pedal will be harder to push. Steering in Emergencies off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Follow Steering . There are some situations when these tips: steering around a problem may be more effective than braking. 1. Ease off the accelerator and Hydraulic Power Steering then, if there is nothing in the Your vehicle has hydraulic power . Holding both sides of the way, steer the vehicle so that it steering. It may require steering wheel allows you to turn straddles the edge of the maintenance. See Power Steering 180 degrees without removing pavement. Fluid on page 10‑23. a hand. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

Driving and Operating 9-5

2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids . Try to avoid sudden steering, one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to acceleration, or braking, right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not including reducing vehicle speed pavement edge. overdriving those conditions. But by shifting to a lower gear. Any skids are always possible. sudden changes could cause 3. Turn the steering wheel to go the tires to slide. straight down the roadway. If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions: Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid. Loss of Control . Ease your foot off the Skidding accelerator pedal and quickly Competitive Driving steer the way you want the There are three types of skids that vehicle to go. The vehicle may Competitive driving may affect the correspond to the vehicle's three straighten out. Be ready for a vehicle warranty. See the warranty control systems: second skid if it occurs. book before using the vehicle for competitive driving. . Braking Skid — wheels are not . Slow down and adjust your rolling. driving according to weather Notice: If you use your vehicle . Steering or Cornering Skid — conditions. Stopping distance for competitive driving, the too much speed or steering in a can be longer and vehicle engine may use more oil than it curve causes tires to slip and control can be affected when would with normal use. Low oil lose cornering force. traction is reduced by water, levels can damage the engine. Be snow, ice, gravel, or other sure to check the oil level often . Acceleration Skid — too much material on the road. Learn to during competitive driving and throttle causes the driving recognize warning clues — such keep the level at or near the wheels to spin. as enough water, ice, or packed upper mark that shows the proper snow on the road to make a operating range on the engine oil mirrored surface — and slow dipstick. For information on how down when you have any doubt. to add oil, see Engine Oil on page 10‑10. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

9-6 Driving and Operating

CTS‐V Only: Be sure to check the testing or other competitive driving oil level often during racing, track an engine oil cooler must be WARNING (CONTINUED) testing or other competitive driving installed. and keep the level at or near the Flowing or rushing water creates upper mark that shows the proper Driving on Wet Roads strong forces. Driving through operating range on the engine oil flowing water could cause the dipstick. Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle to be carried away. If this vehicle traction and affect your happens, you and other vehicle For competitive driving, it is ability to stop and accelerate. occupants could drown. Do not recommended that the brake fluid Always drive slower in these types ignore police warnings and be be replaced with a high performance of driving conditions and avoid very cautious about trying to drive brake fluid that has a dry boiling driving through large puddles and through flowing water. point greater than 279°C (534°F). deep‐standing or flowing water. After conversion to the high performance brake fluid, follow the { WARNING Hydroplaning brake fluid service Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water recommendations outlined by the Wet brakes can cause crashes. fluid manufacturer. Do not use can build up under the vehicle's They might not work as well in a tires so they actually ride on the silicone or DOT‐5 brake fluids. quick stop and could cause water. This can happen if the road is HF V6 Engine Only: Be sure to pulling to one side. You could wet enough and you are going fast check the oil level often during lose control of the vehicle. enough. When the vehicle is racing, track testing or other After driving through a large hydroplaning, it has little or no competitive driving and keep the contact with the road. level at or near 0.5 L (0.5 qt) above puddle of water or a car/vehicle the upper mark that shows the wash, lightly apply the brake There is no hard and fast rule about proper operating range on the pedal until the brakes work hydroplaning. The best advice is to engine oil dipstick. For racing, track normally. slow down when the road is wet. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

Driving and Operating 9-7

Other Rainy Weather Tips . Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead and to the sides. WARNING (CONTINUED) Besides slowing down, other wet . weather driving tips include: Check the rearview mirror and none going down a hill. You could vehicle instruments often. . Allow extra following distance. crash. Shift down to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep . Pass with caution. Hill and Mountain Roads downhill slope. . Keep windshield wiping Driving on steep hills or through equipment in good shape. mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for . Keep the windshield washer fluid { WARNING reservoir filled. driving in these conditions include: . . Have good tires with proper Keep the vehicle serviced and in Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) tread depth. See Tires on good shape. or with the ignition off is page 10‑59. . Check all fluid levels and brakes, dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down . Turn off cruise control. tires, cooling system, and transmission. and they could get so hot that they would not work well. You . Shift to a lower gear when going Highway Hypnosis would then have poor braking or down steep or long hills. Always be alert and pay attention to even none going down a hill. You your surroundings while driving. could crash. Always have the If you become tired or sleepy, find a { WARNING engine running and the vehicle in safe place to park the vehicle If you do not shift down, the gear when going downhill. and rest. brakes could get so hot that they Other driving tips include: would not work well. You would . Keep the vehicle well ventilated. then have poor braking or even . Keep the interior (Continued) temperature cool. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

9-8 Driving and Operating

. Stay in your own lane. Do not Drive with caution, whatever the See Antilock Brake System (ABS) swing wide or cut across the condition. Accelerate gently so on page 9‑32. center of the road. Drive at traction is not lost. Accelerating too speeds that let you stay in your Turn off cruise control, on slippery quickly causes the wheels to spin surfaces. own lane. and makes the surface under the . Be alert on top of hills; tires slick, so there is even less Blizzard Conditions traction. something could be in your lane Being stuck in snow can be a (stalled car, accident). Try not to break the fragile traction. serious situation. Stay with the . Pay attention to special road If you accelerate too fast, the drive vehicle unless there is help nearby. signs (falling rocks area, winding wheels will spin and polish the If possible, use Roadside Service. roads, long grades, passing or surface under the tires even more. See Roadside Service (U.S. and no-passing zones) and take The Antilock Brake System (ABS) Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside appropriate action. improves vehicle stability during Service (Mexico) on page 13‑9. To hard stops on slippery roads, but get help and keep everyone in the Winter Driving apply the brakes sooner than when vehicle safe: on dry pavement. . Turn on the hazard warning Driving on Snow or Ice Allow greater following distance on flashers. Drive carefully when there is snow any slippery road and watch for . Tie a red cloth to an outside or ice between the tires and the slippery spots. Icy patches can mirror. road, creating less traction or grip. occur on otherwise clear roads in Wet ice can occur at about 0°C shaded areas. The surface of a (32°F) when freezing rain begins to curve or an overpass can remain icy fall, resulting in even less traction. when the surrounding roads are Avoid driving on wet ice or in clear. Avoid sudden steering freezing rain until roads can be maneuvers and braking while treated with salt or sand. on ice. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (9,1)

Driving and Operating 9-9

feel really uncomfortable from the { WARNING WARNING (CONTINUED) cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps. Snow can trap engine exhaust . Fully open the air outlets on under the vehicle. This may or under the instrument If it takes some time for help to cause exhaust gases to get panel. arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator inside. Engine exhaust contains . Adjust the climate control pedal slightly so the engine runs carbon monoxide (CO) which system to a setting that cannot be seen or smelled. It can faster than the idle speed. This circulates the air inside the keeps the battery charged to restart cause unconsciousness and even vehicle and set the fan speed the vehicle and to signal for help death. to the highest setting. See with the headlamps. Do this as little If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: “Climate Control Systems” in as possible to save fuel. the Index. . Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, For more information about If the Vehicle Is Stuck carbon monoxide, see Engine especially any that is blocking Slowly and cautiously spin the Exhaust on page 9 24. the exhaust pipe. ‑ wheels to free the vehicle when . Check again from time to stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. time to be sure snow does Run the engine for short periods If stuck too severely for the traction not collect there. only as needed to keep warm, but system to free the vehicle, turn the be careful. . Open a window about 5 cm traction system off and use the (2 in) on the side of the To save fuel, run the engine for only rocking method. See Traction vehicle that is away from the short periods as needed to warm Control System (TCS) on wind to bring in fresh air. the vehicle and then shut the engine page 9‑36. off and close the window most of (Continued) the way to save heat. Repeat this until help arrives but only when you Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

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Slowly spinning the wheels in the { WARNING forward and reverse directions { WARNING causes a rocking motion that could If the vehicle's tires spin at high free the vehicle. If that does not get Do not load the vehicle any speed, they can explode, and you the vehicle out after a few tries, it heavier than the Gross or others could be injured. The might need to be towed out. If the Vehicle Weight Rating vehicle can overheat, causing an vehicle does need to be towed out, (GVWR), or either the engine compartment fire or other see Towing the Vehicle on maximum front or rear Gross damage. Spin the wheels as little page 10‑105. Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). as possible and avoid going This can cause systems to above 56 km/h (35 mph). Vehicle Load Limits break and change the way the It is very important to know how vehicle handles. This could Rocking the Vehicle to Get much weight the vehicle can cause loss of control and a it Out carry. This weight is called the crash. Overloading can also Turn the steering wheel left and vehicle capacity weight and shorten the life of the vehicle. right to clear the area around the includes the weight of all front wheels. Turn off any traction occupants, cargo and all system. Shift back and forth nonfactory-installed options. between R (Reverse) and a low Two labels on the vehicle show forward gear, spinning the wheels how much weight it may as little as possible. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the properly carry, the Tire and wheels stop spinning before shifting Loading Information label and gears. Release the accelerator the Certification label. pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (11,1)

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Tire and Loading Information positions (1), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label vehicle capacity weight (2) in Load Limit kilograms and pounds. 1. Locate the statement “The The Tire and Loading combined weight of Information label also shows the occupants and cargo should tire size of the original never exceed XXX kg or equipment tires (3) and the XXX lbs” on your vehicle's recommended cold tire inflation placard. pressures (4). For more 2. Determine the combined information on tires and inflation weight of the driver and see Tires on page 10‑59 and passengers that will be riding Tire Pressure on page 10‑67. in your vehicle. There is also important loading 3. Subtract the combined Label Example information on the Certification weight of the driver and label. It tells you the Gross A vehicle-specific Tire and passengers from XXX kg or Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Loading Information label is XXX lbs. attached to the vehicle's center and the Gross Axle Weight pillar (B-pillar). With the driver Rating (GAWR) for the front and 4. The resulting figure equals door open, you will find the label rear axle. See “Certification the available amount of cargo attached near the door lock Label” later in this section. and luggage load capacity. post. The Tire and Loading For example, if the “XXX” Information label shows the amount equals 1400 lbs and number of occupant seating there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (12,1)

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and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing Example 1 Example 2 a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for your vehicle. Consult this Example 1 = 453 kg Example 2 = 453 kg manual to determine how this (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). reduces the available cargo 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ and luggage load capacity of 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg your vehicle. (300 lbs). (750 lbs). See Trailer Towing (CTS-V and 3. Available Occupant and 3. Available Cargo Weight = Coupe) on page 9‑56 or Trailer Cargo Weight = 317 kg 113 kg (250 lbs). Towing (Except CTS-V and (700 lbs). Coupe) on page 9‑56 for important information on towing a trailer, towing safety rules and trailering tips. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (13,1)

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seating positions. The combined GVWR includes the weight of weight of the driver, passengers, the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo should never exceed and cargo. Never exceed the the vehicle's capacity weight. GVWR for the vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating Certification Label (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. If the vehicle is carrying a heavy load, it should be spread out. See “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit” earlier in this Example 3 section. 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg { WARNING (1,000 lbs). Do not load the vehicle any 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ heavier than the Gross 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg Label Example Vehicle Weight Rating (1,000 lbs). A vehicle-specific Certification (GVWR), or either the 3. Available Cargo Weight = label is attached to either the maximum front or rear Gross 0 kg (0 lbs). driver door edge or the lower Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). This can cause systems to Refer to the vehicle's Tire and center pillar on the driver side of the vehicle. The label tells the break and change the way the Loading Information label for vehicle handles. This could specific information about the gross weight capacity of the vehicle's capacity weight and vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle (Continued) Weight Rating (GVWR). The Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (14,1)

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WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING (CONTINUED) Starting and Operating cause loss of control and a . Never stack heavier crash. Overloading can also things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In shorten the life of the vehicle. inside the vehicle so that some of them are above Follow these recommended the tops of the seats. guidelines during the first 2 414 km (1,500 miles) of driving { WARNING . Do not leave an this vehicle. Parts have a break-in unsecured child restraint period and performance will be Things inside the vehicle can in the vehicle. better in the long run. strike and injure people in a . For the first 2 414 km (1,500 miles): sudden stop or turn, or in a Secure loose items in the crash. vehicle. . Avoid full throttle starts and . abrupt stops. . Put things in the cargo Do not leave a seat folded . area of the vehicle. In the down unless needed. Do not exceed 4,000 engine rpm. cargo area, put them as far forward as possible. . Avoid driving at any one Try to spread the weight constant speed, fast or slow. evenly. . Avoid downshifting to brake or (Continued) slow the vehicle when the engine speed will exceed 4000 rpm. . Do not let the engine labor. Never lug the engine in high gear at low speeds. With a Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (15,1)

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manual transmission, shift to the Ignition Positions Make sure the keyless access next lower gear. This rule transmitter is inside the vehicle applies at all times, not just (Keyless Access) when trying to turn the ignition during the break-in period. The ignition control knob can be control knob. . Do not participate in track turned to four different positions. 1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ events, sport driving schools, To shift out of P (Park), the ignition OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, or similar activities during this must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ turn the ignition switch to LOCK/ break–in period. ACCESSORY and the regular brake OFF to turn the engine off. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) will remain . Check engine oil with every pedal must be applied. refueling and add if necessary. active. See Retained Accessory Oil and fuel consumption may be Power (RAP) on page 9‑21. higher than normal during the The ignition control knob cannot be first 2 414 km (1,500 miles). removed from the vehicle. The keyless access transmitter must be . To break in new tires, drive at moderate speeds and avoid hard inside the vehicle to start the cornering for the first engine. This position locks the 322 km (200 miles). New tires do ignition and shift lever on automatic not have maximum traction and transmission vehicles, and the may tend to slip. ignition and steering wheel on manual transmission vehicles. . New brake linings also need a Do not turn the engine off when the break–in period. Avoid making vehicle is moving. This will cause a hard stops during the first Using a tool to force the ignition 322 km (200 miles). This is loss of power assist in the brake control knob from its cylinder could and steering systems and disable recommended every time brake damage it. linings are replaced. the airbags. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (16,1)

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If the vehicle must be shut off in an the malfunction indicator lamp as emergency: { WARNING may be required for emission inspection purposes. 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while pressure. Do not pump the moving may cause loss of power If you need to shift the transmission brakes repeatedly. This may assist in the brake and steering out of P (Park), the ignition control deplete power assist, requiring systems and disable the airbags. knob has to be in ACC/ increased brake pedal force. While driving, only shut the ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. 2. Shift the vehicle to neutral. This vehicle off in an emergency. The battery could be drained if you can be done while the vehicle is leave the ignition in the ACC/ moving. After shifting to neutral, ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, firmly apply the brakes and steer with the engine off. You may not be and must be shut off while driving, the vehicle to a safe location. able to start the vehicle if the battery switch the ignition to ACC/ is allowed to drain for an extended 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift ACCESSORY. to P (Park) with an automatic period of time. 2 (ACC/ACCESSORY): This transmission, or Neutral with a 4 (START): This position starts the position allows you to use things manual transmission. Turn the engine. like the radio and the windshield ignition to LOCK/OFF. wipers when the engine is off. This 4. Set the parking brake. See position will allow you to turn off the Parking Brake (Electric) on engine. page 9 33 or Parking Brake ‑ 3 (ON/RUN): This position is for (Manual) on page 9 33. ‑ driving. It is the position the ignition switch returns to after the engine starts, and the control knob is released. This position can also be used for service and diagnostics, and to verify the proper operation of Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (17,1)

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Ignition Positions (Key key is all the way in. If it is and The ignition switch can bind in the you have a manual transmission LOCK/OFF position with the wheels Access) vehicle, turn the steering wheel turned off center. If this happens, left and right while you turn the move the steering wheel from right key hard. If none of this works, to left while turning the key to ACC/ then the vehicle needs service. ACCESSORY. If this does not work, 1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ then the vehicle needs service. OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, If the vehicle must be shut off in an turn the ignition switch to LOCK/ emergency: OFF to turn the engine off. Retained 1. Brake using a firm and steady Accessory Power (RAP) will remain pressure. Do not pump the active. See Retained Accessory brakes repeatedly. This may Power (RAP) on page 9‑21 for more deplete power assist, requiring information. increased brake pedal force. This is the only position in which the 2. Shift the vehicle to neutral. This The ignition switch can be turned to key can be removed. This position can be done while the vehicle is four different positions. locks the ignition and shift lever on moving. After shifting to neutral, automatic transmission vehicles, To shift out of P (Park), the ignition firmly apply the brakes and steer and the ignition and steering wheel the vehicle to a safe location. switch must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ on manual transmission vehicles. ACCESSORY and the brake pedal 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift must be applied. Do not turn the engine off when the to P (Park) with an automatic vehicle is moving. This will cause a transmission, or Neutral with a Notice: Using a tool to force the loss of power assist in the brake key from its cylinder could cause manual transmission. Turn the and steering systems and disable ignition to LOCK/OFF. damage or break the key. Use the the airbags. correct key and turn the key only with your hand. Make sure the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (18,1)

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4. Set the parking brake. See position can also be used for Key Lock Release Parking Brake (Electric) on service and diagnostics, and to page 9‑33 or Parking Brake verify the proper operation of the (Manual) on page 9‑33. malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection { WARNING purposes. To shift the transmission out of Turning off the vehicle while P (Park), the ignition key has to be moving may cause loss of power in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. The battery could be drained if the While driving, only shut the key is left in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engine vehicle off in an emergency. off. The vehicle might not start if the battery is allowed to drain for an If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, extended period of time. Vehicles with an automatic and must be shut off while driving, transmission are equipped with an 4 (START): This position starts the electronic key lock release system. turn the ignition to ACC/ engine. When the engine starts, ACCESSORY. The key lock release is designed to release the key. The ignition switch prevent ignition key removal unless 2 (ACC/ACCESSORY): This returns to ON/RUN for driving. the shift lever is in P (Park). position lets you use things like the A warning tone will sound when the radio and the windshield wipers The key lock release is always driver door is opened, the ignition is functional except in the case of an when the engine is off. This position in ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/ allows you to turn off the engine. uncharged or low voltage (less than OFF, and the key is in the ignition. 9-volt) battery. If the vehicle has an 3 (ON/RUN): This position is for uncharged battery or a battery with driving. It is the position the ignition switch returns to after the engine starts, and the key is released. This Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (19,1)

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low voltage, try charging or jump Automatic Transmission If the battery in the keyless access starting the battery. See Jump Move the shift lever to P (Park) or transmitter needs replacing, the DIC Starting on page 10‑101. N (Neutral). The engine will not start displays REPLACE BATTERY IN If charging or jump starting the in any other position. To restart the REMOTE KEY. The vehicle can still battery does not work, locate the engine when the vehicle is already be driven. See “Battery hole below the ignition lock. Insert a moving, use N (Neutral) only. Replacement” under Remote flat bladed tool or another key from Keyless Entry (RKE) System If the vehicle has the keyless Operation (Key Access) on the key chain into the opening. access system, your foot must be When the lever can be felt, actuate page 2‑4 or Remote Keyless Entry on the brake pedal to start the (RKE) System Operation (Keyless the lever away from the driver, and engine. To rotate the ignition control remove the key from the ignition. Access) on page 2‑6 for more knob, put your foot on the brake information. pedal and turn the ignition control Starting the Engine knob to the START position. If the Notice: Do not try to shift to ignition control knob does not turn, P (Park) if the vehicle is moving. Place the transmission in the If you do, you could damage the proper gear. try pushing the knob in and turning again. When the engine begins transmission. Shift to P (Park) If the vehicle has the keyless cranking, let go of the ignition only when the vehicle is stopped. access system, the keyless access control knob, it will return to the ON/ Manual Transmission transmitter must be authenticated in RUN position. order for the ignition control knob to The shift lever should be in neutral turn. The transmitter can be If the transmitter is not in the vehicle position and the parking brake authenticated either by putting your or something is interfering with the engaged. Hold the clutch pedal foot on the brake pedal or by transmitter, the Driver Information down to the floor and start the pushing the ignition control knob in. Center (DIC) will display engine. The vehicle will not start if ELECTRONIC KEY NOT the clutch pedal is not all the DETECTED. See Driver Information way down. Center (DIC) on page 5‑27 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (20,1)

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Starting Procedure START for many seconds, the cranking motor, and drain the 1. With your foot off the accelerator cranking will be stopped after battery. Wait at least 15 seconds pedal, turn the ignition key to 15 seconds to prevent cranking between each try, to let the START. If the vehicle has the motor damage. To prevent gear cranking motor cool down. keyless access system, push the damage, this system also 2. If the engine does not start after ignition control knob in and prevents cranking if the engine five to 10 seconds, especially in rotate the knob to the START is already running. Engine very cold weather (below 0°F or position. When the engine starts, cranking can be stopped by −18°C), it could be flooded with let go of the ignition. The idle turning the ignition switch to too much gasoline. Try pushing speed will go down as your ACC/ACCESSORY or the accelerator pedal all the way engine gets warm. Do not race LOCK/OFF. to the floor and holding it there the engine immediately after When first starting the vehicle, as you hold the key in START starting it. Operate the engine the engine idle speed will be for up to a maximum of and transmission gently to allow elevated to allow the catalytic 15 seconds. Wait at least the oil to warm up and lubricate converter, an emissions control 15 seconds between each try, to all moving parts. device, to quickly reach allow the cranking motor to cool The vehicle has a operating temperature. After down. When the engine starts, Computer-Controlled Cranking approximately 20 seconds, the let go of the key and accelerator. System. This feature assists in engine will begin to transition to If the vehicle starts briefly but starting the engine and protects its normal, quieter idle speed, then stops again, do the same components. If the ignition key is which can vary depending on thing. This clears the extra turned to the START position, the temperature. This is normal gasoline from the engine. Do not and then released when the operation. race the engine immediately engine begins cranking, the Notice: Cranking the engine for after starting it. Operate the engine will continue cranking for long periods of time, by returning engine and transmission gently a few seconds or until the the key to the START position until the oil warms up and vehicle starts. If the engine does immediately after cranking has lubricates all moving parts. not start and the key is held in ended, can overheat and damage Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (21,1)

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Notice: If you add electrical parts Engine Coolant Heater or accessories, you could change { WARNING the way the engine operates. Any Vehicles with the engine coolant resulting damage would not be heater can use this option in cold Plugging the cord into an covered by the vehicle warranty. weather conditions at or below ungrounded outlet could cause an See Add-On Electrical Equipment −18°C (0°F) for easier starting and electrical shock. Also, the wrong on page 9‑58. better fuel economy during engine kind of extension cord could warm-up. Plug in the coolant heater overheat and cause a fire. You Retained Accessory at least four hours before starting could be seriously injured. Plug your vehicle. An internal thermostat the cord into a properly grounded Power (RAP) in the plug-end of the cord may exist three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. These vehicle accessories can be which will prevent engine coolant If the cord will not reach, use a used for up to 10 minutes after the heater operation at temperatures heavy-duty three-prong extension engine is turned off: above −18°C (0°F). cord rated for at least 15 amps. . Audio System To Use the Engine Coolant . Power Windows Heater 4. Before starting the engine, be 1. Turn off the engine. sure to unplug and store the . Sunroof (if equipped) cord as it was before to keep it Power to the audio system will work 2. Open the hood and unwrap the away from moving engine parts. up to 10 minutes or until the driver electrical cord. The cord is near If you do not, it could be door is opened. Power to the the driver side strut tower. damaged. windows or sunroof will work up to Remove the plastic cap to Contact your dealer for information 10 minutes or until any door is access the plug. on how long to use the heater in opened. For an additional 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded your particular area. 10 minutes of operation, close all 110-volt AC outlet. the doors and turn the key to ON/ RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (22,1)

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Shifting Into Park Leaving the Vehicle With the If you have to leave the vehicle with Engine Running (Automatic the engine running, the vehicle must Use this procedure to shift into Transmission) be in P (Park) and the parking brake P (Park): set. After shifting into P (Park), try to move the shift lever out without first 1. Hold the brake pedal down and { WARNING set the parking brake. pushing the button on the shift lever. See Parking Brake (Electric) on It can be dangerous to leave the If you can, the shift lever was not page 9‑33 or Parking Brake vehicle with the engine running. fully locked into P (Park). It could overheat and catch fire. (Manual) on page 9‑33 for more Torque Lock (Automatic information. It is dangerous to get out of the Transmission) 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) vehicle if the shift lever is not fully Torque lock is when the weight of by holding in the button on the in P (Park) with the parking brake the vehicle puts too much force on shift lever and pushing the lever firmly set. The vehicle can roll. all the way toward the front of the parking pawl in the the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle when the transmission. This happens when engine is running. If you have left parking on a hill and shifting the 3. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. the engine running, the vehicle transmission into P (Park) is not 4. For vehicles with key access, can move suddenly. You or others done properly and then it is difficult remove the key and take it with could be injured. To be sure the to shift out of P (Park). To prevent you. If you can leave the vehicle vehicle will not move, even when torque lock, set the parking brake with the ignition key in your you are on fairly level ground, and then shift into P (Park). To find hand, the vehicle is in P (Park). always set the parking brake and out how, see "Shifting Into Park" For vehicles with the keyless move the shift lever to P (Park). listed previously. access system, take the keyless See Shifting Into Park on If torque lock does occur, the access transmitter with you. page 9‑22. If you are towing a vehicle may need to be pushed trailer, see Driving Characteristics uphill by another vehicle to relieve and Towing Tips on page 9‑53. the parking pawl pressure, so you can shift out of P (Park). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (23,1)

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Shifting out of Park To shift out of P (Park): Parking (Manual This vehicle is equipped with an 1. Apply the brake pedal. Transmission) electronic shift lock release system. 2. Release the parking brake. See Before getting out of the vehicle, The shift lock release is Parking Brake (Electric) on place the shift lever in R (Reverse) designed to: page 9‑33 or Parking Brake and firmly apply the parking brake. . (Manual) on page 9‑33. Prevent ignition key removal For vehicles with the key access unless the shift lever is in 3. Press the shift lever button. ignition, turn the ignition key to OFF/ P (Park) with the shift lever 4. Move the shift lever. LOCK, and remove the key. See button fully released, for vehicles Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) with key access. If unable to shift out of P (Park): on page 9‑15 or Ignition Positions . Prevent movement of the shift 1. Fully release the shift lever (Key Access) on page 9‑17 for more lever out of P (Park), unless the button. information. ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ 2. While holding down the brake For vehicles with the keyless access ACCESSORY and the brake pedal, press the shift lever ignition, turn the ignition to LOCK/ pedal is applied. button again. OFF and remove the keyless access transmitter. The shift lock release is always 3. Move the shift lever. functional except in the case of an If towing a trailer, see Driving If the shift lever will not move from uncharged or low voltage (less than Characteristics and Towing Tips on P (Park), consult your dealer or a 9 volt) battery. page 9 53. professional towing service. ‑ If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting on page 10‑101 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (24,1)

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Parking over Things Engine Exhaust WARNING (CONTINUED) That Burn { WARNING . There are holes or openings { WARNING in the vehicle body from Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket Things that can burn could touch monoxide (CO) which cannot be modifications that are not hot exhaust parts under the seen or smelled. Exposure to CO completely sealed. vehicle and ignite. Do not park can cause unconsciousness and If unusual fumes are detected or over papers, leaves, dry grass, even death. if it is suspected that exhaust is or other things that can burn. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: coming into the vehicle: . The vehicle idles in areas . Drive it only with the windows with poor ventilation (parking completely down. garages, tunnels, deep snow . Have the vehicle repaired that may block underbody immediately. airflow or tail pipes). Never park the vehicle with the . The exhaust smells or engine running in an enclosed sounds strange or different. area such as a garage or a . The exhaust system leaks building that has no fresh air due to corrosion or damage. ventilation. . The vehicle exhaust system has been modified, damaged, or improperly repaired. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (25,1)

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Running the Vehicle Automatic { WARNING While Parked Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the It is better not to park with the The shift lever is on the center engine running. vehicle if the shift lever is not fully console between the front seats. in P (Park) with the parking brake If the vehicle is left with the engine firmly set. The vehicle can roll. running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move. Do not leave the vehicle when the See Shifting Into Park on page 9‑22 engine is running unless you and Engine Exhaust on page 9‑24. have to. If you have left the If the vehicle has a manual engine running, the vehicle can transmission, see Parking (Manual move suddenly. You or others Transmission) on page 9‑23. could be injured. To be sure the If parking on a hill and pulling a vehicle will not move, even when trailer, see Driving Characteristics you are on fairly level ground, and Towing Tips on page 9‑53. always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting Into Park on There are several different positions page 9‑22. If you are pulling a for the shift lever. trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑53. P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. Use this position when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (26,1)

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Make sure the shift lever is fully in At low vehicle speeds, R (Reverse) Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or P (Park) before starting the engine. can be used to rock the vehicle N (Neutral) with the engine The vehicle has an electronic shift back and forth to get out of snow, running at high speed may lock release system. Fully apply the ice, or sand without damaging your damage the transmission. The regular brakes first and then press transmission. See If the Vehicle Is repairs would not be covered by the shift lever button before shifting Stuck on page 9‑9 for additional the vehicle warranty. Be sure the from P (Park) when the ignition key information. engine is not running at high is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out N (Neutral): In this position, the speed when shifting the vehicle. of P (Park), ease pressure on the engine does not connect with the D (Drive): This position is for shift lever and push the shift lever wheels. To restart when the vehicle normal driving. It provides the best all the way into P (Park) as you is already moving, use N (Neutral) fuel economy. If you need more maintain brake application. Then only. You can also use N (Neutral) power for passing, and you are: press the shift lever button and when the vehicle is being towed. move the shift lever into another . Going less than 55 km/h gear. See Shifting out of Park on (35 mph), push the accelerator page 9‑23. { WARNING pedal about halfway down. Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) Shifting into a drive gear while the . Going about 55 km/h (35 mph) or while the vehicle is moving engine is running at high speed is more, push the accelerator all forward could damage the dangerous. Unless your foot is the way down. transmission. The repairs would firmly on the brake pedal, the The transmission will shift down not be covered by the vehicle vehicle could move very rapidly. to a lower gear and have more warranty. Shift to R (Reverse) only You could lose control and hit power. after the vehicle is stopped. people or objects. Do not shift Downshifting the transmission in R (Reverse): Use this gear to into a drive gear while the engine slippery road conditions could result back up. is running at high speed. in skidding; see “Skidding” under Loss of Control on page 9‑5 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (27,1)

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When the CTS-V is in D (Drive), the Manual Mode The vehicle will be in sport mode first forward gear automatic shift and will shift automatically if the after start will be from 1 (First) gear. Driver Shift Control (DSC) or shift lever is not moved forward Following starts will begin in Tap Shift or rearward. The transmission 2 (Second) gear. When in M may remain in a gear longer Notice: Driving with the engine at (Manual Mode), the vehicle will start than it would in the normal a high rpm without upshifting in 1 (First) gear every time. driving mode based on braking, while using Driver Shift Control throttle input, and vehicle lateral M (Manual Mode): This position (DSC), could damage the vehicle. acceleration. SPORT MODE will allows the driver to select the range Always upshift when necessary be displayed in the DIC of gears appropriate for current while using DSC. driving conditions. See Driver Shift momentarily. Vehicles with DSC may either use Control (DSC) later in this section. 2. To go from sport mode to DSC, the shift lever or the tap shift move the shift lever forward to Notice: Spinning the tires or controls on back of the steering upshift or rearward to downshift. holding the vehicle in one place wheel to manually shift the on a hill using only the automatic transmission. 3. To exit DSC and enter sport accelerator pedal may damage mode, hold the shift lever in the To use the DSC feature using the the transmission. If you are stuck, upshift/forward position briefly. shift lever: do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes 1. Move the shift lever to the right to hold the vehicle in place. from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (28,1)

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2. Tap the left control to downshift, and the right control to upshift. 3. To return to sport mode, hold the right upshift control briefly, or hold the shift lever forward briefly, or return the shift lever to D (Drive). With the shift lever in D (Drive), the tap shift controls will activate a temporary tap manual shift mode, allowing the transmission to be manually shifted. Automatic shifts If equipped, the tap shift controls return after no manual shifts have The tachometer display indicates are on the back of the steering been done for seven to 10 second. which gear the vehicle is in. The wheel. The tap shift controls can be The temporary tap mode can also number indicates the requested used in D (Drive), M (Manual Mode) be deactivated by holding the right gear range when moving the shift with Sport Mode automatic shift upshift control briefly. lever forward or rearward. active, or M (Manual Mode) with CTS-V vehicles use tracer lights Manual Shifting Mode. around the outside of the To use the DSC feature using the tachometer as a performance Tap Shift controls: upshift light. These tracers flash to 1. Move the shift lever to the indicate when to shift to the next right from D (Drive) to higher gear to avoid the engine M (Manual Mode). speed limit. See Tachometer on page 5‑13 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (29,1)

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While using the DSC feature, the While in the DSC mode, the CTS Manual Transmission vehicle will have firmer, quicker automatic transmission will shifting. You can use this for sport automatically downshift when the If the vehicle has a manual driving or when climbing or vehicle comes to a stop. This will transmission, the shift lever is on descending hills, to stay in gear allow for more power during the center console between the longer, or to downshift for more acceleration. front seats. power or engine braking. The CTS-V automatic transmission CTS—V The transmission will only allow you will not automatically downshift on to shift into gears appropriate for the hard acceleration when in vehicle speed and engine DSC mode. revolutions per minute (RPM). The When accelerating the vehicle from transmission will not automatically a stop in snowy and icy conditions, shift to the next lower gear if the it is suggested to shift into second engine rpm is too high, nor to the gear. A higher gear allows the next higher gear when the maximum vehicle to gain more traction on engine rpm is reached. slippery surfaces. If shifting is prevented for any reason, the currently selected gear will flash multiple times, indicating that the transmission has not shifted gears. 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal while pressing on the accelerator pedal. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (30,1)

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Shift into 1 (First) when you are R (Reverse): To back up, press release the clutch pedal while going less than 40 km/h (25 mph). down the clutch pedal, completely downshifting, you could damage For CTS-V, shift into 1 (First) when stop the vehicle, and shift into the engine, clutch, driveshaft or you are going less than 64 km/h R (Reverse). Let up on the clutch the transmission. Do not skip (40 mph). After a complete stop, if it pedal slowly while pressing the gears or race the engine when is hard to shift into 1 (First), let up accelerator pedal. downshifting. on the clutch pedal, then press it The CTS-V transmission prevents If the vehicle speed drops below back down and shift into 1 (First). easily shifting into R (Reverse) using 32 km/h (20 mph), or if the engine is 2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal normal shifting force while the not running smoothly, downshift to and let up on the accelerator pedal, vehicle is moving at more than the next lower gear. You may have then shift into 2 (Second). Then, 5 km/h (3 mph), or when the ignition to downshift two or more gears to slowly let up on the clutch pedal is in LOCK/OFF. keep the engine running smoothly while accelerating. or for good performance. Shift Speeds (Manual 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and Transmission) Up-Shift Light 6 (Sixth): Shift into 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 6 (Sixth) the same for 2 (Second). { WARNING To stop, let up on the accelerator If you skip a gear when you pedal and press the brake pedal. downshift, you could lose control Just before the vehicle stops, press of the vehicle. You could injure the clutch pedal and the brake yourself or others. Do not shift pedal, and shift to Neutral. down more than one gear at a Vehicles with a manual transmission Neutral: Use this position when time when you downshift. have an up-shift light on the you start or idle your engine. Your instrument panel. This light shows shift lever is in Neutral when it is when to shift to the next higher gear Notice: If you skip more than one for the best fuel economy. centered in the shift pattern, not in gear when you downshift, or if any gear. you race the engine when you Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (31,1)

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When this light comes on, you can Skip Shift (CTS-V) Drive Systems shift to the next higher gear if Under light acceleration, the weather, road, and traffic conditions transmission will only allow you to allow. For the best fuel economy, All-Wheel Drive shift from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth). accelerate slowly and shift when the Shifts from 1 (First) to 2 (Second) or Vehicles with this feature always light comes on. 3 (Third) are not allowed. This helps send engine power to all four While you accelerate, it is normal for improve fuel mileage. wheels. It is fully automatic, and the light to go on and off if you adjusts itself as needed for road Under harder acceleration, Skip quickly change the position of the conditions. Shift is disabled, and the driver has accelerator. Ignore the light when all gears available. When using a compact spare tire on you downshift. an AWD vehicle, the system CTS-V vehicles use tracer lights automatically detects the compact around the outside of the spare and disables AWD. To restore tachometer as a performance AWD operation and prevent up-shift light. These tracers flash to excessive wear on the system, indicate when to shift to the next replace the compact spare with a higher gear to avoid the engine full-size tire as soon as possible. speed limit. See Tachometer on See Compact Spare Tire on page 5‑13 for more information. page 10‑100 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (32,1)

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Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a System (ABS) computer senses that the wheels Using ABS are slowing down. If one of the This vehicle has the Antilock Brake Do not pump the brakes. Just hold wheels is about to stop rolling, the System (ABS), an advanced the brake pedal down firmly and let computer will separately work the electronic braking system that helps ABS work. You might hear the ABS brakes at each wheel. prevent a braking skid. pump or motor operating and feel ABS can change the brake pressure the brake pedal pulsate, but this is When the engine is started and the to each wheel, as required, faster normal. vehicle begins to drive away, ABS than any driver could. This can help checks itself. A momentary motor or Braking in Emergencies the driver steer around the obstacle clicking noise might be heard while while braking hard. ABS allows the driver to steer and this test is going on, and it might brake at the same time. In many even be noticed that the brake As the brakes are applied, the emergencies, steering can help pedal moves a little. This is normal. computer keeps receiving updates more than even the very best on wheel speed and controls braking. braking pressure accordingly. Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, If there is a problem with ABS, this there will not be enough time to warning light stays on. See Antilock apply the brakes if that vehicle Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page 5‑23. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (33,1)

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Parking Brake (Manual) A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set, the ignition is on, and the vehicle begins to move. To stop the chime, fully release the parking brake. If you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑53 for more information. Parking Brake (Electric)

To release the parking brake, pull { WARNING the release lever to the left of the The parking brake pedal is on the steering wheel on the instrument On vehicles with a manual lower portion of the instrument panel panel. transmission, releasing the clutch to the left of the steering wheel. Notice: Driving with the parking and pressing the accelerator will release the Electric Parking To set the parking brake, hold the brake on can overheat the brake brake pedal down, then push the system and cause premature Brake. If the vehicle is not in a parking brake pedal down. wear or damage to brake system gear, the vehicle could move, and parts. Make sure that the parking you or others could be injured. If the ignition is on, the brake brake is fully released and the Make sure the vehicle is in a gear system warning light on the brake warning light is off before before attempting to drive away. instrument cluster should come on. driving. To avoid unexpected vehicle If it does not, you need to have the movement, do not partially vehicle serviced. See Brake System release the clutch or press the Warning Light on page 5‑21 for more information. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (34,1)

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draining the battery, do not operate is flashing. See your dealer. See WARNING (CONTINUED) the EPB too often without the Brake System Warning Light on engine running. page 5‑21 for more information. accelerator pedal until you are ready to release the parking The system has two warning lights If the EPB is applied while the brake and drive away. and five Driver Information Center vehicle is in motion, a chime will (DIC) messages. See Brake System sound, and the DIC message Warning Light on page 5‑21 and RELEASE PARK BRAKE SWITCH Driver Information Center (DIC) on will be displayed. The vehicle will page 5‑27 for more information. In decelerate as long as the switch is case of insufficient electrical power, held in the up position. Releasing the EPB cannot be applied or the EPB switch during the released. deceleration will release the parking brake. If the switch is held in the up EPB Apply position until the vehicle comes to a The EPB can be applied any time stop, the EPB will remain applied. the vehicle is stopped. The EPB is If the BRAKE light is on, either the applied by momentarily lifting up on EPB is applied, or there is a failure the EPB switch. Once fully applied, in the hydraulic brake system. the BRAKE light will be on, and the DIC message PARK BRAKE SET If this light is flashing continuously, Vehicles with the electric parking will be displayed. While the brake is the EPB is only partially applied or brake (EPB) have a switch in the being applied, the status light will released, or there is a problem with center console. flash until full apply is reached. the EPB. The DIC message If the light does not come on, SERVICE PARK BRAKE will be The EPB takes the place of the displayed. If this light is flashing manual parking brake system, the or remains flashing, you need to continuously, release the EPB, and foot pedal, and release handle. The have the vehicle serviced. Do not EPB can always be activated, even drive the vehicle if the BRAKE light if the ignition is off. To avoid Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (35,1)

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attempt to apply it again. If this light chime will sound, and the DIC Automatic EPB Release continues to flash, do not drive the message STEP ON BRAKE TO The EPB will automatically release if vehicle. See your dealer. RELEASE PARK BRAKE will be the vehicle is running, placed into displayed. The EPB is released If the yellow light is on, the EPB has gear, and an attempt is made to when the BRAKE light is off and the detected an error in another system drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration DIC message PARK BRAKE and is operating with reduced when the EPB is applied, to RELEASED is displayed. functionality. To apply the EPB when preserve park brake lining life. this light is on, lift up on the EPB If the yellow light is on, the EPB has The EPB can also be used to switch and hold it in the up position. detected an error in another system prevent roll back for vehicles with a Full application of the parking brake and is operating with reduced manual transmission taking off on a by the EPB system may take a functionality. To release the EPB hill. In a situation where no roll back longer period of time than normal when this light is on, push down on is desired, an applied EPB will allow when this light is on. Continue to the EPB switch and hold it in the both feet to be used for the clutch hold the switch until the BRAKE down position. EPB release may and accelerator pedals in light remains on. If the yellow light is take a longer period of time than preparation for starting the vehicle on, see your dealer. normal when this light is on. moving in the intended direction. If the EPB fails to apply, the rear Continue to hold the switch until the In this situation, perform the normal wheels should be blocked to BRAKE light is off. If the yellow light clutch and/or accelerator actions prevent vehicle movement. is on, see your dealer. required to begin moving the Notice: Driving with the parking vehicle. There is no need to push EPB Release brake on can overheat the brake the switch to release the EPB. To release the EPB, turn the ignition system and cause premature switch to the ACC/ACCESSORY or wear or damage to brake system If you are towing a trailer and ON/RUN position, apply and hold parts. Make sure that the parking parking on a hill, see Driving the brake pedal, and push down brake is fully released and the red Characteristics and Towing Tips on momentarily on the EPB switch. brake warning light is off before page 9‑53 for more information. If you attempt to release the EPB driving. without the brake pedal applied, a Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (36,1)

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Brake Assist Ride Control Systems (Except CTS-V) This vehicle has a brake assist Traction Control feature designed to assist the driver System (TCS) in stopping or decreasing vehicle The vehicle has a Traction Control speed in emergency driving System (TCS) that limits wheel spin. The TCS/StabiliTrak light flashes conditions. This feature uses the This is especially useful in slippery when the traction control system is stability system hydraulic brake road conditions. On a limiting wheel spin. control module to supplement the rear-wheel-drive vehicle, the system power brake system under The TCS/StabiliTrak light comes on operates if it senses that one or and the SERVICE TRACTION conditions where the driver has both of the rear wheels are spinning quickly and forcefully applied the CONTROL message will be or beginning to lose traction. On an displayed in the DIC if there is a brake pedal in an attempt to quickly All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) vehicle, the stop or slow down the vehicle. The problem with the traction control system will operate if it senses that system. When the TCS/StabiliTrak stability system hydraulic brake any of the wheels are spinning or control module increases brake light is on, the system will not limit beginning to lose traction. When this wheel spin. Adjust your driving pressure at each corner of the happens, the system brakes the vehicle until the ABS activates. accordingly. See Traction Control spinning wheel(s) and/or reduces System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light on Minor brake pedal pulsation or engine power to limit wheel spin. pedal movement during this time is page 5‑24. normal and the driver should The system may be heard or felt TCS automatically comes on continue to apply the brake pedal as while it is working, but this is whenever the vehicle is started. To the driving situation dictates. The normal. limit wheel spin, especially in brake assist feature will slippery road conditions, the system automatically disengage when the should always be left on, but it may brake pedal is released or brake be necessary to turn the system off pedal pressure is quickly if the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud decreased. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (37,1)

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or snow and rocking the vehicle is Adding non-dealer accessories can required. See If the Vehicle Is Stuck affect your vehicle's performance. on page 9‑9. See Winter Driving on See Accessories and Modifications page 9‑8 for information on using on page 10‑3. TCS when driving in snowy or icy conditions. StabiliTrak® System The vehicle has an electronic When the system activates, this stability control system called warning light flashes on the StabiliTrak. It is an advanced instrument panel. A noise may be computer controlled system that heard or a vibration may be felt in assists with directional control of the the brake pedal. This is normal. vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Continue to steer the vehicle in the intended direction. The TCS/StabiliTrak button is on the StabiliTrak activates when the system senses a discrepancy If there is a problem detected with instrument panel (CTS) or the StabiliTrak, SERVICE steering wheel (CTS-V). between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually STABILITRAK displays on the Press and release the TCS/ traveling. StabiliTrak selectively Driver Information Center (DIC) and StabiliTrak button and the traction applies braking pressure at any one the TCS/StabiliTrak light comes on control system will turn off and of the vehicle's brakes to help steer the instrument cluster. When this TRACTION CONTROL OFF will be the vehicle in the direction which message and light displays, the displayed in the DIC. Press the you are steering. system is not operational. Driving button again to turn the system back should be adjusted accordingly. See on. For information on turning Ride Control System Messages on StabiliTrak off and on, see page 5‑40 and Traction Control StabiliTrak System following. System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light on page 5‑24. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (38,1)

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message displays. Press the TCS/ vehicle, to turn TCS back on and StabiliTrak button again to turn both turn the TCS/StabiliTrak warning systems back on. light off. If cruise control is being used when Notice: When traction control is the StabiliTrak activates, the cruise turned off, or Competitive Driving control will automatically disengage. Mode is active, it is possible to The TCS/StabiliTrak button is on the When road conditions allow, lose traction. If you attempt to instrument panel (CTS) or the reengage the cruise control. See shift with the drive wheels steering wheel (CTS-V). Cruise Control on page 9‑39. spinning with a loss of traction, it StabiliTrak comes on automatically is possible to cause damage to whenever the vehicle is started. The Competitive Driving Mode the transmission. Do not attempt system should be left on to help to shift when the drive wheels do To select this optional handling not have traction. Damage caused assist with directional control of the mode, press the TCS/ vehicle. by misuse of the vehicle is not StabiliTrak button quickly two times covered. See the warranty book and STABILITRAK COMPETITIVE for additional information. MODE displays in the Driver Information Center (DIC). While in the StabiliTrak Competitive Mode, Magnetic Ride Control the StabiliTrak Off light comes on, With this feature on the CTS-V, the TCS does not limit wheel spin, and Magnetic Ride Control system more effort is required to turn the adjusts the ride of the vehicle to If StabiliTrak needs to be turned off, steering wheel. Adjust your driving Tour or Sport modes. Magnetic Ride press and hold the TCS/StabiliTrak accordingly. Control monitors the suspension button until the StabiliTrak Off light Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button system to determine the proper comes on and the appropriate DIC again, or turn the ignition to ACC/ system response. ACCESSORY and restart the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (39,1)

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TOUR: Use for normal city and Cruise Control highway driving. This setting provides a smooth, soft ride. { WARNING SPORT: Use where road conditions or personal preference demand Cruise control can be dangerous more control. This setting provides Press and release this button in the where you cannot drive safely at more “feel,” or response to road a steady speed. So, do not use conditions. center of the instrument panel, to change modes. the cruise control on winding The setting can be changed at any roads or in heavy traffic. time. Based on road conditions, Limited-Slip Rear Axle Cruise control can be dangerous steering wheel angle, and the on slippery roads. On such roads, vehicle speed, the system Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle fast changes in tire traction can automatically adjusts to provide the can give more traction on snow, best handling while providing a mud, ice, sand, or gravel. When cause excessive wheel slip, and smooth ride. The Tour and Sport traction is low, this feature allows you could lose control. Do not use modes will feel similar on a smooth the drive wheel with the most cruise control on slippery roads. road. Select a new setting whenever traction to move the vehicle. The driving conditions change. limited-slip rear axle also gives the With cruise control, a speed of driver enhanced control when The Driver Information Center (DIC) about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can cornering hard or completing a be maintained without keeping your briefly displays SUSPENSION maneuver, such as a lane change. MODE TOUR or SUSPENSION foot on the accelerator. Cruise MODE SPORT on vehicle startup or control does not work at speeds when a new mode is selected. below about 40 km/h (25 mph). When the brakes are applied, the cruise control turns off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (40,1)

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If the vehicle has the Stabilitrak® +RES (Resume/Accelerate): 3. Press the −SET button and system and begins to limit wheel Press briefly to make the vehicle release it. spin while you are using cruise resume to a previously set speed, 4. Take your foot off the control, the cruise control will or press and hold to accelerate. accelerator. automatically disengage. See ® −SET (Set/Coast): Press to set the StabiliTrak System on page 9‑37. speed and activate cruise control or Resuming a Set Speed When road conditions allow you to make the vehicle decelerate. If the cruise control is set at a safely use it again, the cruise desired speed and then the brakes control can be turned back on. [ (Cancel): Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the are applied, the cruise control is set speed from memory. disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory. Setting Cruise Control Once the vehicle is driving at about If the cruise button is on when not in 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, press the use, it could get bumped and go into +RES button on the steering wheel. cruise when not desired. Keep the The vehicle returns to the previous cruise control switch off when cruise set speed and stays there. is not being used. Increasing Speed While Using The cruise control light on the Cruise Control instrument cluster comes on after If the cruise control system is the cruise control has been set to already activated: CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar the desired speed. . Press and hold the +RES button I (On/Off): Turns the system on 1. Press the I button. on the steering wheel until the or off. The indicator light on the 2. Get up to the desired speed. desired speed is reached, then button turns on when cruise control release it. is on. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (41,1)

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. To increase vehicle speed in Passing Another Vehicle While Ending Cruise Control small amounts, press the +RES Using Cruise Control button. Each time this is done, There are four ways to end cruise the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h Use the accelerator pedal to control: increase the vehicle's speed. When (1 mph) faster. . Step lightly on the brake pedal you take your foot off the pedal, the (manual and automatic Reducing Speed While Using vehicle will slow down to the transmissions). Cruise Control previous set cruise speed. . Press the clutch pedal to the If the cruise control system is Using Cruise Control on Hills floor (manual transmissions). already activated: How well the cruise control works . Press [ on the steering wheel. . Press and hold the −SET button on hills depends upon the vehicle on the steering wheel until the speed, load, and the steepness of . To turn off the cruise control, desired speed is reached, then the hills. When going up steep hills, press I on the steering wheel. release it. you might have to step on the . To slow down in small amounts, accelerator pedal to maintain the Erasing Speed Memory press the −SET button on the vehicle speed. When going The cruise control set speed steering wheel briefly. Each time downhill, the vehicle may is erased from memory by automatically shift to a lower gear to this is done, the vehicle goes pressing I or if the ignition is about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) slower. keep the vehicle's speed down. The vehicle may then shift to a higher turned off. gear when braking assistance is no longer required. When the brakes are applied manually the cruise control is disengaged. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (42,1)

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Object Detection (8 ft) of the rear bumper. This WARNING (CONTINUED) distance may be less during warmer Systems or humid weather. damage, even with URPA, always Ultrasonic Parking Assist check the area around the vehicle Turning the System On and Off and check all mirrors before The system can be disabled through If available, the Ultrasonic Rear backing. the Driver Information Center (DIC). Parking Assist (URPA) system See “Parking Assist” under Driver assists the driver with parking and Information Center (DIC) on avoiding objects while in How the System Works page 5‑27 for more information. R (Reverse). URPA operates at URPA comes on automatically when speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). the shift lever is moved into URPA defaults to the on setting The sensors on the rear bumper R (Reverse). A single tone sounds each time the vehicle is started. detect objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) to indicate the system is working. When the System Does Not behind the vehicle, and at least URPA operates only at speeds less 25 cm (10 in) off the ground. Seem to Work Properly than 8 km/h (5 mph). The following messages may be { WARNING An obstacle is indicated by audible displayed on the DIC: beeps. The interval between the PARKING ASSIST OFF: This beeps becomes shorter as the The URPA system does not message occurs if the driver vehicle gets closer to the obstacle. detect children, pedestrians, disables the system or if vehicle is When the distance is less than bicyclists, animals, or objects driven above 8 km/h (5 mph) in 30 cm (12 in), the beeping is a below the bumper or that are too R (Reverse). close or too far from the vehicle. continuous tone for five seconds. SERVICE PARKING ASSIST: If It is not available at speeds To be detected, objects must be at this message occurs, take the greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To least 25 cm (10 in) off the ground vehicle to your dealer to repair the and below trunk or liftgate level. prevent injury, death, or vehicle system. (Continued) Objects must also be within 2.5 m Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (43,1)

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PARK ASSIST BLOCKED SEE cycle. Once the object is OWNER'S MANUAL: If the URPA removed, URPA will return to { WARNING system does not activate due to a normal operation. temporary condition, this message SBZA does not detect vehicles . A tow bar is attached to the rapidly approaching outside of the displays on the DIC. This can occur vehicle. under the following conditions: side blind zones, pedestrians, . The bumper is damaged. Take bicyclists, or animals. Failure to . The ultrasonic sensors are not the vehicle to your dealer to use proper care when changing clean. Keep the vehicle's rear repair the system. lanes may result in injury, death, bumper free of mud, dirt, snow, or vehicle damage. Before ice and slush. For cleaning . Other conditions, such as making a lane change, always instructions, see Exterior Care vibrations from a jackhammer or check mirrors, glance over your on page 10‑107. the compression of air brakes on a very large truck, are affecting shoulder, and use the turn . The park assist sensors are system performance. signals. covered by frost or ice. Frost or ice can form around and behind the sensors and may not always Side Blind Zone When the system detects a vehicle be seen; this can occur after Alert (SBZA) in the side blind zone, amber SBZA displays will light up in the side washing the vehicle in cold The vehicle may have a Side Blind weather. The message may not mirrors. This indicates that it may be Zone Alert (SBZA) system. Read unsafe to change lanes. Before clear until the frost or ice has this entire section before using the melted. making a lane change, always system. check the SBZA display, check the . A trailer was attached to the outside and rearview mirrors, look vehicle, or an object was over your shoulder for vehicles and hanging out of the trunk or hazards, and use the turn signal. liftgate during the last drive Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (44,1)

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SBZA Detection Zones When the vehicle is started, both When the System Does Not Seem The SBZA sensor covers a zone of outside mirror displays will briefly to Work Properly approximately one lane over from come on to indicate that the system Occasional missed alerts can occur both sides of the vehicle, is operating. While driving forward, under normal circumstances and will or 3.5 m (11 ft). This zone starts at the left or right side mirror SBZA increase in wet conditions. The each side mirror and goes back display will light up if a vehicle is system does not need to be approximately 5.0 m (16 ft). The detected in that blind zone. If you serviced due to an occasional height of the zone is approximately activate a turn signal and a vehicle missed alert. The number of missed between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and has been detected on the same alerts will increase with increased 2.0 m (6 ft) off the ground. side, the SBZA display will flash to rainfall or road spray. give you extra warning not to The SBZA detection zones do not change lanes. If the SBZA displays do not light up change if the vehicle is towing a when the system is on and vehicles trailer. So be extra careful when At speeds less than 32 km/h are in the blind zone, the system changing lanes while towing a (20 mph), SBZA displays may not may need service. Take the vehicle trailer. come on when approaching or to your dealer. passing other vehicles. SBZA How the System Works displays may come on when a SBZA is designed to ignore vehicle you have passed remains in stationary objects; however, the or drops back into the detection system may occasionally light up zone for more than two seconds. due to guard rails, signs, trees, shrubs, and other stationary objects. SBZA can be disabled through the This is normal system operation; the Driver Information Center (DIC). vehicle does not need service. See Driver Information Center (DIC) Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror on page 5‑27 for more information. SBZA does not operate when the Display Display If the SBZA is disabled by the left or right corners of the rear driver, the SBZA mirror displays will bumper are covered with mud, dirt, not light up during normal driving. snow, ice, or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (45,1)

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instructions, see Exterior Care on SBZA Messages continued driving, the system needs page 10‑107. If the infotainment The following messages may service. Take the vehicle to your display still shows the SIDE BLIND appear on the infotainment display: dealer. ZONE ALERT SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT FCC Information message after cleaning the bumper, SYSTEM OFF: This message See Radio Frequency Statement on see your dealer. indicates that the driver has turned page 13‑20 for information the system off. The SBZA displays may remain on regarding Part 15 of the Federal if a trailer is attached to the vehicle, SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT Communications Commission (FCC) or a bicycle or object is extending SYSTEM TEMPORARILY rules and Industry Canada out to either side of the vehicle. UNAVAILABLE: This message Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. indicates that the SBZA system is When SBZA is disabled for any disabled because the sensor is Rear Vision reason other than the driver turning blocked and cannot detect vehicles Camera (RVC) it off, the driver will not be able to in the blind zone. The sensor may turn SBZA back on using the DIC. be blocked by mud, dirt, snow, ice, The vehicle may have a rear vision The SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT ON or slush. This message may also camera system. Read this entire option will not be selectable if the activate during heavy rain or due to section before using it. conditions for normal system road spray. The vehicle does not The rear vision camera system is operation are not met. Until normal need service. For cleaning, see operating conditions for SBZA are designed to help the driver when Exterior Care on page 10‑107. met, you should not rely upon SBZA backing up by displaying a view of while driving. SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE the area behind the vehicle. ALERT SYSTEM: If this message appears, both SBZA displays will remain on indicating there is a problem with the SBZA system. If these displays remain on after Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (46,1)

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shifts out of R (Reverse), the If any other problem occurs or if a { WARNING navigation screen will go back to the problem persists, see your dealer. last screen that had been displayed, The RVC system does not display or the video image will automatically Rear Vision Camera Location children, pedestrians, bicyclists, disappear from the mirror after a animals, or any other object delay. located outside the camera's field of view, below the bumper, The delay after shifting out of or under the vehicle. Perceived R (Reverse) is approximately five seconds. The delay can be distances may be different from canceled by performing one of the actual distances. Do not back the following: vehicle using only the RVC screen, during longer, higher . Shift into P (Park). speed backing maneuvers, . Reach a vehicle speed of or where there could be cross 8 km/h (5 mph). traffic. Failure to use proper care before backing may result in Rear Vision Camera Error Messages injury, death, or vehicle damage. The camera is above the license Always check behind and around Service Rear Vision Camera plate. System: This message can display the vehicle before backing. The area displayed by the camera is when the system is not receiving limited and does not display objects information it requires from other that are close to either corner or Using the System vehicle systems. under the bumper. The area When the driver shifts the vehicle d (Service Rear Vision Camera displayed can vary depending on into R (Reverse), the video image System Icon): This icon can vehicle orientation or road automatically appears on the display when the system is not conditions. The distance of the navigation screen, or on the inside receiving information it requires from image that appears on the screen rearview mirror. Once the driver other vehicle systems. differs from the actual distance. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (47,1)

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The following illustration shows the . Ice, snow, mud, or anything else field of view that the camera builds up on the camera lens. provides. Clean the lens, rinse it with water, and wipe it with a soft cloth. . The back of the vehicle is in an accident. The position and mounting angle of the camera can change or the camera can 1. View displayed by the camera. be affected. Be sure to have the 2. Corner of the rear bumper. camera and its position and mounting angle checked at your When the System Does Not dealer. Seem to Work Properly . There are extreme temperature The rear vision camera system changes. might not work properly or display a 1. View displayed by the camera. clear image if the following occurs: . It is dark. . The sun or the beam of headlamps is shining directly into the camera lens. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (48,1)

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Fuel Recommended Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an If the vehicle has a V6 engine, use important part of the proper regular unleaded gasoline with a maintenance of this vehicle. To help posted octane rating of 87 or higher. keep the engine clean and maintain If the octane rating is less than 87, optimum vehicle performance, we an audible knocking noise, recommend the use of gasoline commonly referred to as spark advertised as TOP TIER Detergent knock, might be heard when driving. Gasoline. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as Look for the TOP TIER label on the possible. If heavy knocking is heard fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets when using gasoline rated at enhanced detergency standards The eighth digit of the Vehicle 87 octane or higher, the engine developed by auto companies. A list Identification Number (VIN) shows needs service. of marketers providing TOP TIER the code letter or number that Detergent Gasoline can be found at identifies the vehicle's engine. The If the vehicle has the 6.2L V8 engine www.toptiergas.com. TOP TIER VIN is at the top left of the (VIN Code P), use premium gasoline is only available in the U.S. instrument panel. See Vehicle unleaded gasoline with a posted and Canada. Identification Number (VIN) on octane rating of 91 or higher. For best performance, use premium page 12‑1. unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 93. In an emergency, you can use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. If 87 octane fuel is used, do not perform any aggressive driving maneuvers such as wide open throttle applications. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (49,1)

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You might also hear audible spark California Fuel Fuels in Foreign knock during acceleration. Refill the tank with premium fuel as soon as Requirements Countries possible to avoid damaging the If the vehicle is certified to meet Never use leaded gasoline or any engine. If heavy knocking is heard California Emissions Standards, it is other fuel not recommended in the when using gasoline rated at designed to operate on fuels that previous text on fuel. Costly repairs 91 octane or higher, the engine meet California specifications. See caused by use of improper fuel needs service. the underhood emission control would not be covered by the vehicle label. If this fuel is not available in warranty. Gasoline Specifications states adopting California Emissions To check the fuel availability, ask an Standards, the vehicle will operate auto club, or contact a major oil At a minimum, gasoline should satisfactorily on fuels meeting meet ASTM specification D 4814. company that does business in the federal specifications, but emission country where you will be driving. Some gasolines contain an control system performance might octane-enhancing additive called be affected. The malfunction methylcyclopentadienyl manganese indicator lamp could turn on and the Fuel Additives tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend vehicle might fail a smog‐check test. To provide cleaner air, all gasolines against the use of gasolines See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on in the United States are now containing MMT. See Fuel Additives page 5‑19. If this occurs, return to required to contain additives that on page 9 49 for additional ‑ your authorized dealer for diagnosis. help prevent engine and fuel system information. If it is determined that the condition deposits from forming, allowing the is caused by the type of fuel used, emission control system to work repairs might not be covered by the properly. In most cases, nothing vehicle warranty. should have to be added to the fuel. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (50,1)

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However, some gasolines contain Gasolines containing oxygenates, fuel contains MMT. We recommend only the minimum amount of such as ethers and ethanol, and against the use of such gasolines. additive required to meet U.S. reformulated gasolines might be Fuels containing MMT can reduce Environmental Protection Agency available in your area. We spark plug life and affect emission regulations. To help keep fuel recommend that you use these control system performance. The injectors and intake valves clean gasolines, if they comply with the malfunction indicator lamp might and avoid problems due to dirty specifications described earlier. turn on. If this occurs, return to your injectors or valves, look for gasoline However, E85 (85% ethanol) and dealer for service. that is advertised as TOP TIER other fuels containing more than Detergent Gasoline. Look for the 15% ethanol must not be used in Filling the Tank TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to vehicles that were not designed for ensure gasoline meets enhanced those fuels. { WARNING detergency standards developed by Notice: This vehicle was not the auto companies. A list of designed for fuel that contains Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn marketers providing TOP TIER methanol. Do not use fuel violently and can cause injury or Detergent Gasoline can be found at containing methanol. It can death. www.toptiergas.com. corrode metal parts in the fuel . To help avoid injuries to you For customers who do not use TOP system and also damage plastic and others, read and follow TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, and rubber parts. That damage all the instructions on the fuel one bottle of GM Fuel System would not be covered under the pump island. Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel vehicle warranty. tank at every engine oil change, can . Turn off the engine when Some gasolines that are refueling. help clean deposits from fuel not reformulated for low injectors and intake valves. GM Fuel emissions can contain an . Keep sparks, flames, and System Treatment PLUS is the only octane-enhancing additive called smoking materials away gasoline additive recommended by methylcyclopentadienyl manganese from fuel. General Motors. It is available at tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant (Continued) your dealer. where you buy gasoline whether the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (51,1)

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If the fuel cap is not installed WARNING (CONTINUED) properly, a message will appear on the Driver Information Center . Do not leave the fuel pump display. See Fuel System Messages unattended. on page 5‑36. . Do not reenter the vehicle When reinstalling the cap, turn it while pumping fuel. clockwise until it clicks once, . Keep children away from the otherwise the malfunction indicator fuel pump and never let lamp could turn on. See Malfunction children pump fuel. Indicator Lamp on page 5‑19. . Fuel can spray out if the fuel Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not cap is opened too quickly. top off or overfill the tank and wait a This spray can happen if the The cap is behind a locking fuel few seconds after you have finished tank is nearly full, and is door on the passenger side of the pumping before removing the more likely in hot weather. vehicle. nozzle. Clean fuel from painted Open the fuel cap slowly and To open the fuel door, push the surfaces as soon as possible. See wait for any hiss noise to stop rearward center edge in and release Exterior Care on page 10‑107. then unscrew the cap all and it will open. When replacing the fuel cap, turn it the way To remove the tethered fuel cap, clockwise until it clicks once. Make turn it slowly counterclockwise. sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if While refueling, hang the tethered the fuel cap has been left off or fuel cap from the hook on the improperly installed. This would fuel door. allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑19. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (52,1)

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Filling a Portable Fuel { WARNING WARNING (CONTINUED) Container If a fire starts while you are . Place the nozzle inside the fill refueling, do not remove the { WARNING nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by opening of the container shutting off the pump or by Filling a portable fuel container before dispensing fuel, and notifying the station attendant. while it is in the vehicle can cause keep it in contact with the fill Leave the area immediately. fuel vapors that can ignite either opening until filling is by static electricity or other complete. Notice: If a new fuel cap is means. You or others could be . Do not smoke while needed, be sure to get the right badly burned and the vehicle pumping fuel. type of cap from your dealer. The could be damaged. Always: wrong type of fuel cap might not . Use approved fuel fit properly, might cause the containers. malfunction indicator lamp to . Remove container from light, and could damage the fuel vehicle, trunk, or pickup bed tank and emissions system. See before filling. Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑19. . Place container on the ground. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (53,1)

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. Do not tow a trailer during the Towing first 800 km (500 miles), to WARNING (CONTINUED) prevent damage to the engine, General Towing axle or other parts. When towing a trailer: Information . Then, during the first 800 km . Do not drive with the liftgate, Only use towing equipment that has (500 miles) trailer towing, do not trunk/hatch, or rear-most been designed for the vehicle. drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and window open. Contact your dealer or trailering do not make starts at full throttle. . Fully open the air outlets on dealer for assistance with preparing . Vehicles with automatic or under the instrument the vehicle for towing a trailer. Read transmissions can tow in D panel. the entire section before towing a (Drive) but M (Manual Mode) is . Also adjust the Climate trailer. recommended. See Manual Control system to a setting For towing a disabled vehicle, see Mode on page 9‑27. Use a lower that brings in only outside air. Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑105. gear if the transmission shifts See Climate Control System For towing the vehicle behind too often. For vehicles with a in the Index. another vehicle such as a motor manual transmission, it is better For more information about home, see Recreational Vehicle not to use the highest gear. Carbon Monoxide, see Engine Towing on page 10‑105. { WARNING Exhaust on page 9‑24. Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips When towing a trailer, exhaust Towing a trailer requires a certain gases may collect at the rear of amount of experience. The Driving with a Trailer the vehicle and enter if the combination you are driving is liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most longer and not as responsive as the When towing a trailer: window is open. vehicle itself. Get acquainted with . Become familiar with the state (Continued) the handling and braking of the rig and local laws that apply before setting out for the open road. specifically to trailer towing. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (54,1)

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Before starting, check all trailer hitch This can help to avoid situations When turning with a trailer, make parts and attachments, safety that require heavy braking and wider turns than normal so the chains, electrical connectors, lamps, sudden turns. trailer will not strike soft shoulders, tires and mirrors. If the trailer has curbs, road signs, trees or other electric brakes, start the Passing objects. Use the turn signal well in combination moving and then apply More passing distance is needed advance and avoid jerky or sudden the trailer brake controller by hand when towing a trailer. Because the maneuvers. to be sure the brakes work. rig is longer, it is necessary to go farther beyond the passed vehicle Turn Signals When Towing a During the trip, check occasionally Trailer to be sure that the load is secure before returning to the lane. The turn signal indicators on the and the lamps and any trailer Backing Up brakes still work. instrument cluster flash whenever Hold the bottom of the steering signaling a turn or lane change. Towing with a Stability Control wheel with one hand. To move the Properly hooked up, the trailer System trailer to the left, move your hand to lamps also flash, telling other When towing, the sound of the the left. To move the trailer to the drivers the vehicle is turning, stability control system might be right, move your hand to the right. changing lanes or stopping. heard. The system is reacting to the Always back up slowly and, When towing a trailer, the arrows on vehicle movement caused by the if possible, have someone the instrument cluster flash for turns trailer, which mainly occurs during guide you. even if the bulbs on the trailer are cornering. This is normal when Making Turns burned out. Check occasionally to towing heavier trailers. be sure the trailer bulbs are still Notice: Making very sharp turns working. Following Distance while trailering could cause the Stay at least twice as far behind the trailer to come in contact with the Driving on Grades vehicle ahead as you would when vehicle. The vehicle could be Reduce speed and shift to a lower driving the vehicle without a trailer. damaged. Avoid making very gear before starting down a long or sharp turns while trailering. steep downgrade. If the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (55,1)

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transmission is not shifted down, the Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then brakes might have to be used so apply the parking brake and shift much that they would get hot and no { WARNING into P (Park) for vehicles with an longer work well. automatic transmission or into The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Parking the vehicle on a hill with gear for vehicles with a manual Use a lower gear if the transmission the trailer attached can be transmission. shifts too often. dangerous. If something goes 5. Release the brake pedal. wrong, the rig could start to move. When towing at high altitude on People can be injured, and both Leaving After Parking on a Hill steep uphill grades, engine coolant boils at a lower temperature than at the vehicle and the trailer can be 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal normal altitudes. If the engine is damaged. When possible, always while you: turned off immediately after towing park the rig on a flat surface. . Start the engine. at high altitude on steep uphill . Shift into a gear. grades, the vehicle could show If parking the rig on a hill: signs similar to engine overheating. . Release the parking brake. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do To avoid this, let the engine run 2. Let up on the brake pedal. while parked, preferably on level not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn ground, with the transmission in the wheels into the curb if facing 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is P (Park) for a few minutes before downhill or into traffic if facing clear of the chocks. uphill. turning the engine off. If the 4. Stop and have someone pick up overheat warning comes on, see 2. Have someone place chocks and store the chocks. Engine Overheating on page 10‑22. under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the brake pedal until the chocks absorb the load. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (56,1)

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Maintenance When Trailer Trailer Towing (CTS-V and It depends on how the rig is used. Towing For example, speed, altitude, road Coupe) grades, outside temperature, and The vehicle needs service more The vehicle is neither designed nor how much the vehicle is used to pull often when pulling a trailer. See the intended to tow a trailer. a trailer are all important. It can Maintenance Schedule on depend on any special equipment page 11‑3. Things that are Trailer Towing (Except on the vehicle, and the amount of especially important in trailer tongue weight the vehicle can carry. operation are automatic CTS-V and Coupe) See “Weight of the Trailer Tongue” transmission fluid, engine oil, axle Before pulling a trailer, there are later in this section. lubricant, belts, cooling system and three important considerations that Maximum trailer weight is calculated brake system. Inspect these before have to do with weight: and during the trip. assuming only the driver is in the . The weight of the trailer. tow vehicle and it has all the Check periodically to see that all required trailering equipment. The . The weight of the trailer tongue. hitch nuts and bolts are tight. weight of additional optional Engine Cooling When Trailer . The total weight on your equipment, passengers, and cargo Towing vehicle's tires. in the tow vehicle must be Weight of the Trailer subtracted from the maximum trailer The cooling system may temporarily weight. overheat during severe operating How heavy can a trailer safely be? conditions. See Engine Overheating Ask your dealer for trailering It should never weigh more than information or advice, or write us at on page 10‑22. 454 kg (1,000 lbs). But even that our Customer Assistance Offices. can be too heavy. See Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑4 or Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico) on page 13‑5. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (57,1)

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Weight of the Trailer Tongue Total Weight on Your Vehicle's The tongue load (1) of any trailer is Tires an important weight to measure Be sure the vehicle's tires are because it affects the total gross inflated to the upper limit for cold weight of the vehicle. The Gross tires. These numbers can be found Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the on the Tire and Loading Information curb weight of the vehicle, any label. See Vehicle Load Limits on cargo carried in it, and the people page 9‑10. Make sure not to go over who will be riding in the vehicle. the GVW limit for the vehicle, If there are a lot of options, including the weight of the trailer equipment, passengers, or cargo in tongue. the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue weight the vehicle can carry, which The trailer tongue (1) should weigh Towing Equipment will also reduce the trailer weight the 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer, trailer weight (2). Hitches the tongue load must be added to After loading the trailer, weigh the Use the correct hitch equipment. the GVW because the vehicle will trailer and then the tongue, See your dealer or a hitch dealer for be carrying that weight, too. See separately, to see if the weights are assistance. Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. proper. If they are not, adjustments . The rear bumper on the vehicle might be made by moving some is not intended for hitches. Do items around in the trailer. not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to it. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (58,1)

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. Will any holes be made in the Trailer Brakes body of the vehicle when the Conversions and trailer hitch is installed? If so, Does the trailer have its own Add-Ons seal the holes when the hitch is brakes? Be sure to read and follow removed. If the holes are not the instructions for the trailer brakes Add-On Electrical sealed, dirt, water, and deadly so they are installed, adjusted, and carbon monoxide (CO) from the maintained properly. Equipment exhaust can get into the vehicle. Because the vehicle has antilock Notice: Some electrical See Engine Exhaust on brakes, do not tap into the vehicle's equipment can damage the page 9‑24. brake system. If this is done, both vehicle or cause components to Safety Chains brake systems will not work well, not work and would not be or at all. covered by the warranty. Always Always attach chains between the check with your dealer before vehicle and the trailer. Cross the adding electrical equipment. safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue Add-on equipment can drain the from contacting the road if it vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the becomes separated from the hitch. vehicle is not operating. Leave enough slack so the rig can The vehicle has an airbag system. turn. Never allow safety chains to Before attempting to add anything drag on the ground. electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3‑31 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3‑32. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

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Engine Overheating ...... 10-22 LED Lighting ...... 10-33 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Fog Lamps ...... 10-33 Protection License Plate Lamp (Coupe Operating Mode ...... 10-23 and Sedan) ...... 10-33 General Information Power Steering Fluid ...... 10-23 License Plate Lamp General Information ...... 10-3 Washer Fluid ...... 10-24 (Wagon) ...... 10-34 California Proposition Brakes ...... 10-25 Replacement Bulbs ...... 10-35 65 Warning ...... 10-3 Brake Fluid ...... 10-26 California Perchlorate Battery ...... 10-27 Electrical System Materials Requirements . . . . 10-3 All-Wheel Drive ...... 10-28 Electrical System Accessories and Starter Switch Check ...... 10-28 Overload ...... 10-35 Modifications ...... 10-3 Automatic Transmission Shift Fuses and Circuit Vehicle Checks Lock Control Function Breakers ...... 10-36 Check ...... 10-29 Engine Compartment Fuse Doing Your Own Block (CTS Coupe and Service Work ...... 10-4 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...... 10-29 Sedan) ...... 10-36 Hood ...... 10-5 Engine Compartment Fuse Engine Compartment Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check ...... 10-30 Block (CTS-V Coupe and Overview ...... 10-6 Sedan) ...... 10-40 Engine Cover ...... 10-9 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 10-30 Engine Compartment Fuse Engine Oil ...... 10-10 Block (CTS Wagon) ...... 10-44 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-12 Headlamp Aiming Engine Compartment Fuse Automatic Transmission Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-32 Block (CTS-V Wagon) . . . . . 10-47 Fluid ...... 10-14 Rear Compartment Fuse Manual Transmission Bulb Replacement Block (CTS Coupe and Fluid ...... 10-14 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-32 Sedan) ...... 10-50 Hydraulic Clutch ...... 10-14 Halogen Bulbs ...... 10-32 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . 10-15 High Intensity Discharge Cooling System ...... 10-17 (HID) Lighting ...... 10-33 Engine Coolant ...... 10-18 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

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Rear Compartment Fuse Tire Pressure Monitor Storing the Tire Sealant and Block (CTS-V Coupe and Operation ...... 10-70 Compressor Kit Sedan) ...... 10-52 Tire Inspection ...... 10-73 (Wagon) ...... 10-91 Rear Compartment Fuse Tire Rotation ...... 10-73 Storing the Tire Sealant and Block (CTS Wagon) ...... 10-54 When It Is Time for New Compressor Kit Rear Compartment Fuse Tires ...... 10-75 (Sedan) ...... 10-92 Block (CTS-V Wagon) . . . . . 10-56 Buying New Tires ...... 10-76 Tire Changing ...... 10-93 Different Size Tires and Compact Spare Tire ...... 10-100 Wheels and Tires Wheels ...... 10-78 Tires ...... 10-59 Uniform Tire Quality Jump Starting All-Season Tires ...... 10-60 Grading ...... 10-78 Jump Starting ...... 10-101 Winter Tires ...... 10-60 Wheel Alignment and Tire Low-Profile Tires ...... 10-60 Towing Balance ...... 10-80 Towing the Vehicle ...... 10-105 Summer Tires ...... 10-61 Wheel Replacement ...... 10-80 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 10-61 Recreational Vehicle Tire Chains ...... 10-81 Towing ...... 10-105 Tire Designations ...... 10-64 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 10-81 Tire Terminology and Tire Sealant and Appearance Care Definitions ...... 10-64 Compressor Kit ...... 10-83 Exterior Care ...... 10-107 Tire Pressure ...... 10-67 Storing the Tire Sealant and Interior Care ...... 10-110 Tire Pressure for High-Speed Compressor Kit Floor Mats ...... 10-114 Operation ...... 10-68 (Coupe) ...... 10-91 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...... 10-69 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

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General Information California Proposition Accessories and For service and parts needs, visit 65 Warning Modifications your dealer. You will receive Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non‐dealer accessories or genuine GM parts and GM-trained one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle and supported service people. known to the State of California to can affect vehicle performance and Genuine GM parts have one of cause cancer and birth defects or safety, including such things as these marks: other reproductive harm. Engine airbags, braking, stability, ride and exhaust, many parts and systems, handling, emissions systems, many fluids, and some component aerodynamics, durability, and wear by-products contain and/or electronic systems like antilock emit these chemicals. brakes, traction control, and stability control. These accessories or California Perchlorate modifications could even cause Materials Requirements malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Certain types of automotive Damage to vehicle components applications, such as airbag resulting from modifications or the initiators, safety belt pretensioners, installation or use of non GM and lithium batteries contained in ‐ certified parts, including control Remote Keyless Entry transmitters, module or software modifications, is may contain perchlorate materials. not covered under the terms of the Special handling may be necessary. vehicle warranty and may affect For additional information, see remaining warranty coverage for www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ affected parts. perchlorate. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

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GM Accessories are designed to Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service complement and function with other work, use the proper service systems on the vehicle. See your manual. It tells you much more dealer to accessorize the vehicle Doing Your Own about how to service the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories Service Work than this manual can. To order the installed by a dealer technician. proper service manual, see Service Also, see Adding Equipment to the { WARNING Publications Ordering Information Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on on page 13‑16. page 3‑32. It can be dangerous to work on This vehicle has an airbag system. your vehicle if you do not have Before attempting to do your own the proper knowledge, service service work, see Servicing the manual, tools, or parts. Always Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on follow owner manual procedures page 3‑31. and consult the service manual Keep a record with all parts receipts for your vehicle before doing any and list the mileage and the date of service work. any service work performed. See Maintenance Records on page 11‑17. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

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Notice: Even small amounts of Before closing the hood, be sure all contamination can cause damage the filler caps are on properly. Then to vehicle systems. Do not allow pull the hood down and close it contaminants to contact the firmly. fluids, reservoir caps, or dipsticks. Hood To open the hood:

2. Go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever. The lever is under the front edge of the grille near the 1. Pull the hood release lever with center. Lift the release lever up this symbol on it. It is inside the and raise the hood. vehicle on the lower side of the instrument panel. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

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Engine Compartment Overview

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1. Windshield Washer Fluid 5. Passenger Compartment Air 11. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on Filter on page 8‑6. Reservoir (Out of View). See page 10‑24. 6. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of Brakes on page 10‑25. 2. Engine Compartment Fuse View). See Cooling System on 12. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Block (CTS-V Wagon) on page 10‑17. and Pressure Cap. See Engine page 10‑47 or Engine 7. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. Coolant on page 10‑18. Compartment Fuse Block (CTS See Power Steering Fluid on 13. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Coupe and Sedan) on page 10‑23. page 10‑15. page 10‑36 or Engine Compartment Fuse Block 8. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine (CTS-V Coupe and Sedan) on Oil on page 10‑10. page 10‑40 or Engine 9. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of Compartment Fuse Block (CTS View). See Engine Oil on Wagon) on page 10‑44. page 10‑10. 3. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. 10. Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (If See Jump Starting on Equipped) (Not Shown). See page 10‑101. Hydraulic Clutch on 4. Remote Negative (−) Terminal. page 10‑14. See Jump Starting on page 10‑101. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

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1. Windshield Washer Fluid 7. Passenger Compartment Air Engine Cover Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on Filter on page 8‑6. Engine Cover (CTS) page 10‑24. 8. Intercooler System Pressure 2. Engine Compartment Fuse Cap. See Cooling System on Block (CTS-V Wagon) on page 10‑17. page 10‑47 or Engine 9. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of Compartment Fuse Block (CTS View). See Cooling System on Coupe and Sedan) on page 10‑17. page 10‑36 or Engine Compartment Fuse Block 10. Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (If (CTS-V Coupe and Sedan) on Equipped). See Hydraulic page 10‑40 or Engine Clutch on page 10‑14. Compartment Fuse Block (CTS 11. Brake Master Cylinder Wagon) on page 10‑44. Reservoir. See Brakes on 3. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. page 10‑25. See Jump Starting on 12. Engine Coolant Surge Tank 1. Oil Fill Cap page 10‑101. and Pressure Cap. See Engine 2. Engine Cover 4. Remote Negative (−) Terminal. Coolant on page 10‑18. See Jump Starting on 13. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3. Rear Tabs page 10‑101. (Under Engine Cover). See To remove: Power Steering Fluid on 5. Engine Oil Fill Cap (Out of 1. Remove the oil fill cap (1). View). See Engine Oil on page 10‑23. 2. Raise the right front corner of page 10‑10. 14. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on the engine cover (2) to release it page 10 15. 6. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine ‑ from the ball stud. Oil on page 10‑10. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

10-10 Vehicle Care

3. Pull the engine cover (2) forward To remove: Engine Oil to slide the rear tabs (3) out from The engine cover consists of two under the retainers. To ensure proper engine pieces. Only the larger front piece performance and long life, careful 4. Lift and remove the engine needs to be removed to access the attention must be paid to engine oil. cover. engine oil and power steering Following these simple, but fill caps. 5. Reverse Steps 1–4 to reinstall important steps will help protect the engine cover. 1. Raise the front of the engine your investment: cover (1) to release it from the Engine Cover (CTS-V) . Always use engine oil approved ball studs (2). to the proper specification and of 2. Pull the engine cover forward the proper viscosity grade. See until it is clear of the smaller “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” piece. in this section. 3. Lift and remove the engine . Check the engine oil level cover. regularly and maintain the proper oil level. See “Checking 4. Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall – Engine Oil” and “When to Add the engine cover. Engine Oil” in this section. . Change the engine oil at the appropriate time. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑12. . 1. Engine Cover Always dispose of engine oil properly. See “What to Do with 2. Ball Studs Used Oil” in this section. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (11,1)

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Checking Engine Oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it be damaged. You should drain with a paper towel or cloth, then out the excess oil or limit driving It is a good idea to check the engine push it back in all the way. of the vehicle and seek a service oil level at each fuel fill. In order to Remove it again, keeping the tip professional to remove the get an accurate reading, the vehicle down, and check the level. excess amount of oil. must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. When to Add Engine Oil See Engine Compartment Overview See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for the location of the If the oil is below the cross-hatched on page 10‑6 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. engine oil dipstick. area at the tip of the dipstick, add 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil Add enough oil to put the level 1. If the engine has been running and then recheck the level. See somewhere in the proper operating recently, turn off the engine and “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in range. Push the dipstick all the way allow several minutes for the oil this section for an explanation of back in when through. to drain back into the oil pan. what kind of oil to use. For engine Selecting the Right Engine Oil Checking the oil level too soon oil crankcase capacity, see after engine shutoff will not Capacities and Specifications on Selecting the right engine oil provide an accurate oil level page 12‑2. depends on both the proper oil reading. specification and viscosity grade. Notice: Do not add too much oil. See Recommended Fluids and Oil levels above or below the Lubricants on page 11‑13. { WARNING acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful Specification The engine oil dipstick handle to the engine. If you find that you may be hot; it could burn you. Use and ask for licensed engine oils have an oil level above the with the dexos1® approved Use a towel or glove to touch the operating range, i.e., the engine dipstick handle. certification mark. Engine oils has so much oil that the oil level meeting the requirements for the gets above the cross-hatched vehicle should have the dexos1 area that shows the proper approved certification mark. operating range, the engine could Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (12,1)

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This certification mark indicates that used. An oil of this viscosity grade your skin for very long. Clean your the oil has been approved to the will provide easier cold starting for skin and nails with soap and water, dexos1 specification. the engine at extremely low or a good hand cleaner. Wash or temperatures. When selecting an oil properly dispose of clothing or rags of the appropriate viscosity grade, containing used engine oil. See the always select an oil of the correct manufacturer's warnings about the specification. See “Specification” use and disposal of oil products. earlier in this section for more Used oil can be a threat to the information. environment. If you change your Engine Oil Additives/Engine own oil, be sure to drain all the oil Notice: Failure to use the Oil Flushes from the filter before disposal. Never recommended engine oil or dispose of oil by putting it in the equivalent can result in engine Do not add anything to the oil. The trash or pouring it on the ground, damage not covered by the recommended oils with the dexos into sewers, or into streams or vehicle warranty. Check with your specification and displaying the bodies of water. Recycle it by taking dealer or service provider on dexos certification mark are all that it to a place that collects used oil. whether the oil is approved to the is needed for good performance and dexos1 specification. engine protection. Engine Oil Life System Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause When to Change Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity engine damage not covered by the This vehicle has a computer system grade for the vehicle. Do not use vehicle warranty. that indicates when to change the other viscosity grade oils such as What to Do with Used Oil engine oil and filter. This is based SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. on a combination of factors which Cold Temperature Operation: In an Used engine oil contains certain include engine revolutions, engine area of extreme cold, where the elements that can be unhealthy for temperature, and miles driven. temperature falls below −29°C your skin and could even cause Based on driving conditions, the (−20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be cancer. Do not let used oil stay on mileage at which an oil change is Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (13,1)

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indicated can vary considerably. For If the system is ever reset Be careful not to reset the oil life the oil life system to work properly, accidentally, the oil must be display accidentally at any time the system must be reset every time changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) other than after the oil is the oil is changed. since the last oil change. changed. It cannot be reset When the system has calculated Remember to reset the oil life accurately until the next oil that oil life has been diminished, it system whenever the oil is changed. change. indicates that an oil change is How to Reset the Engine Oil The oil life system can also be reset necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE Life System as follows: OIL SOON message comes on. See Reset the system whenever the 1. Turn the ignition on with the Engine Oil Messages on page 5‑35. engine off. Change the oil as soon as possible engine oil is changed so that the within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). system can calculate the next 2. Fully press and release the It is possible that, if driving under engine oil change. To reset the accelerator pedal three times the best conditions, the oil life system: within five seconds. system might indicate that an oil 1. Using the DIC MENU button, If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL change is not necessary for up to a display OIL LIFE REMAINING SOON message is not on, the year. The engine oil and filter must on the DIC. See Driver system is reset. be changed at least once a year Information Center (DIC) on The system is reset when the and at this time the system must be page 5 27 and Engine Oil ‑ CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON reset. Your dealer has trained Messages on page 5‑35. service people who will perform this message is off. 2. Press the Set/Reset button and work and reset the system. It is also If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON hold for two seconds to clear the important to check the oil regularly message comes back on when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON over the course of an oil drain vehicle is started, the engine oil life message and reset the oil life interval and keep it at the proper system has not been reset. Repeat at 100%. level. the procedure. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (14,1)

10-14 Vehicle Care

Automatic Transmission to use the fluid listed in When to Check and What Fluid Recommended Fluids and to Use Lubricants on page 11‑13. How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission It is not necessary to check the Fluid transmission fluid level. It is not necessary to check the A transmission fluid leak is the only manual transmission fluid level. reason for fluid loss. If a leak A transmission fluid leak is the only occurs, take the vehicle to the reason for fluid loss. If a leak The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir dealer and have it repaired as soon occurs, take the vehicle to a dealer cap has this symbol on it. See as possible. for service. Have it repaired as soon Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for reservoir location. The vehicle is not equipped with a as possible. You may also have the transmission fluid level dipstick. fluid level checked by your dealer Refer to the Maintenance Schedule There is a special procedure for when the oil is changed. See for the proper fluid to use. See checking and changing the Recommended Fluids and Recommended Fluids and transmission fluid. Because this Lubricants on page 11‑13 for the Lubricants on page 11‑13. The fluid procedure is difficult, it should be proper fluid to use. requires changing every two years. done at the dealer. Contact your See Maintenance Schedule on dealer for additional information or Hydraulic Clutch page 11‑3. refer to the procedure in the service It is not necessary to regularly How to Check and Add Fluid manual. To purchase a service check clutch fluid unless you Visually check the clutch fluid manual, see Service Publications suspect there is a leak in the reservoir to make sure the fluid level Ordering Information on page 13‑16. system. Adding fluid will not correct is at the MIN (minimum) line on the Change the fluid and filter at the a leak. A fluid loss in this system intervals listed in Maintenance could indicate a problem. Have the Schedule on page 11‑3, and be sure system inspected and repaired. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (15,1)

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side of the reservoir. The hydraulic How to Inspect the Engine Air clutch fluid system should be closed Cleaner/Filter and sealed. To inspect the air cleaner/filter, Do not remove the cap to check the remove the filter from the vehicle fluid level or to top‐off the fluid level. and lightly shake the filter to release Remove the cap only when loose dust and dirt. If the filter necessary to add the proper fluid remains covered with dirt, a new until the level reaches the MIN line. filter is required. To inspect or replace the engine air Engine Air Cleaner/Filter cleaner/filter: The engine air cleaner/filter is in the 1. Turn the ignition off. engine compartment on the driver 3. Disconnect the electrical side of the vehicle, near the front. connector from the air box. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6. 4. Loosen the screw on the clamp holding the air outlet duct in When to Inspect the Engine Air place. Do not remove the clamp. Cleaner/Filter Move the duct aside. Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the 5. Remove the hose from the air scheduled maintenance intervals cleaner housing mounting arm. and replace it at the first oil change Move the hose aside. after each 80 000 km (50,000 mile) interval. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. 2. Remove the side cover by pulling up on the front of the cover. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (16,1)

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7. Move the air cleaner housing 2. Align the air cleaner housing cover and remove the cover cover tabs to the air cleaner from the air cleaner housing. housing. 3. Install the air cleaner housing cover. 4. Install the air cleaner housing cover screws. 5. Install the hose to the air cleaner housing mounting arm. The hose must be routed correctly. 6. Install the air cleaner outlet duct 6. Remove the three air cleaner to the air cleaner housing. housing cover screws. 7. Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct screw clamp. 8. Remove the air cleaner filter 8. Attach the electrical connector to from the air cleaner housing. the air box. How to Reinstall Engine Air 9. Reinstall the side cover. Cleaner/Filter { WARNING 1. Install the air cleaner into the air cleaner housing. The outer air Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter seal must be fitted cleaner/filter off can cause you or properly in the air cleaner others to be burned. The air housing. cleaner not only cleans the air; it (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (17,1)

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WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING (CONTINUED)

helps to stop flames if the engine and can cause injury. Keep backfires. Use caution when hands, clothing, and tools away working on the engine and do not from any underhood electric fan. drive with the air cleaner/filter off.

Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is { WARNING off, dirt can easily get into the engine, which could damage it. Heater and radiator hoses, and Always have the air cleaner/filter other engine parts, can be very in place when you are driving. 3.6L V6 Shown, 3.0L V6 Engine hot. Do not touch them. If you do, and 6.2L V8 Engine Similar you can be burned. Cooling System 1. Engine Cooling Fan(s) (Out Do not run the engine if there is a The cooling system allows the of View) leak. If you run the engine, it engine to maintain the correct 2. Coolant Surge Tank and could lose all coolant. That could working temperature. Pressure Cap cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak { WARNING fixed before you drive the vehicle.

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10-18 Vehicle Care

Notice: Using coolant other than What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, DEX-COOL® can cause premature drinkable water and DEX-COOL engine, heater core, or radiator { WARNING coolant. If using this mixture, corrosion. In addition, the engine nothing else needs to be added. coolant could require changing Adding only plain water or some This mixture: sooner, at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) other liquid to the cooling system . Gives freezing protection down or 24 months, whichever occurs can be dangerous. Plain water to −37°C (−34°F), outside first. Any repairs would not be and other liquids, can boil before temperature. covered by the vehicle warranty. the proper coolant mixture will. . Gives boiling protection up to Always use DEX-COOL The coolant warning system is set (silicate-free) coolant in the 129°C (265°F), engine for the proper coolant mixture. vehicle. temperature. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too . Protects against rust and Engine Coolant hot but you would not get the corrosion. The cooling system in the vehicle overheat warning. The engine . Will not damage aluminum parts. for all engines and the intercooler is could catch fire and you or others . Helps keep the proper engine filled with DEX-COOL®. This could be burned. Use a 50/ temperature. coolant is designed to remain in the 50 mixture of clean, drinkable vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km water and DEX-COOL coolant. Notice: If improper coolant (150,000 mi), whichever occurs first. mixture, inhibitors, or additives are used in the vehicle cooling The following explains the cooling system, the engine could system and how to check and add overheat and be damaged. Too coolant when it is low. If there is a much water in the mixture can problem with engine overheating, freeze and crack engine cooling see Engine Overheating on parts. The repairs would not be page 10 22. ‑ covered by the warranty. Use only the proper mixture of engine Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (19,1)

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coolant for the cooling system. If coolant is visible but the coolant See Recommended Fluids and level is not at or above the FULL WARNING (CONTINUED) Lubricants on page 11‑13. COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of and it will burn if the engine parts Never dispose of engine coolant by clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant are hot enough. Do not spill putting it in the trash, pouring it on coolant on a hot engine. the ground, or into sewers, streams, surge tank, but be sure the cooling or bodies of water. Have the coolant system is cool before this is done. changed by an authorized service If the engine is warm or hot, the Notice: This vehicle has a center, familiar with legal coolant level should be at or above specific coolant fill procedure. requirements regarding used the FROID/FULL COLD line on the Failure to follow this procedure coolant disposal. This will help side of the coolant surge tank. If the could cause the engine to protect the environment and your engine is cold, the coolant level overheat and be severely health. should be near the FROID/FULL damaged. COLD line on the side of the coolant Checking Coolant surge tank. If it is not, there could { WARNING The vehicle must be on a level be a leak in the cooling system. surface when checking the coolant Steam and scalding liquids from a level. How to Add Coolant to the hot cooling system can blow out Surge Tank and burn you badly. Never turn The engine coolant reservoir is in the cap when the cooling system, the engine compartment on the { WARNING driver side of the vehicle. See including the surge tank pressure Engine Compartment Overview on cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling You can be burned if you spill system and surge tank pressure page 10‑6. coolant on hot engine parts. cap to cool. Check to see if coolant is visible in Coolant contains ethylene glycol the surge tank. If the coolant inside (Continued) the surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (20,1)

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If coolant is needed, add the proper 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the the proper mixture, to slightly coolant surge tank. above the FROID/FULL COLD If no coolant is visible in the surge line on the side of the coolant tank, add coolant as follows: surge tank. 1. Remove the coolant surge tank 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling pressure cap off, start the system, including the coolant engine and let it run until you surge tank pressure cap and can feel the upper radiator hose upper radiator hose, is no longer getting hot. The upper radiator hot. Turn the pressure cap hose is the top hose coming out slowly counterclockwise about of the radiator, on the passenger one-quarter turn and then stop. 2. Keep turning the pressure cap side of the vehicle. Watch out for slowly and remove it. the engine cooling fans. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still By this time, the coolant level some pressure left. inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FROID/FULL COLD line on the side of the coolant surge tank. 5. Replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (21,1)

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Notice: If the pressure cap is not region in the fill neck, add a 50/ about one-quarter of a turn. tightly installed, coolant loss and 50 mixture of clean, drinkable water If you hear a hiss, wait for that to possible engine damage may and DEX-COOL coolant at the stop. This allows any pressure occur. Be sure the cap is properly coolant fill bottle, but be sure the still left to be vented. and tightly secured. cooling system is cool before this 2. Keep turning the pressure cap Recheck the coolant level in the is done. slowly and remove it. bottle next time you use your Adding Coolant to the 3. Add the proper DEX-COOL vehicle to ensure the system is full Intercooler System coolant mixture to the fill neck when cold. Coolant (CTS-V) until the coolant is within the Checking Coolant in the cold fill region. Intercooler System (CTS-V) With the intercooler system The vehicle must be on a level pressure cap off, start the surface when checking the coolant engine and let it run for a couple level. of minutes. Then turn the engine off. By this time, the coolant The super charged engine level inside the fill neck may be intercooler coolant fill neck is in the lower. If the level drops where engine compartment on the coolant is no longer within the passenger side of the vehicle. See cold fill region of the fill neck Engine Compartment Overview on with the engine off, add more of page 10‑6. the DEX-COOL coolant mixture On the coolant fill neck, there is a to the fill neck until the level is cold fill region between the two 1. Remove the intercooler system again visible in the cold fill horizontal lines shown. pressure cap when the region. intercooler system hoses are no 4. Replace the pressure cap tightly. Check to see if coolant is visible in longer hot. Turn the pressure the coolant fill neck. If the coolant is cap slowly counterclockwise not visible or below the cold fill Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (22,1)

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Notice: If the pressure cap is not Then check to see if the engine tightly installed, coolant loss and cooling fans are running. If the WARNING (CONTINUED) possible engine damage may engine is overheating, the fan(s) occur. Be sure the cap is properly should be running. If they are not, off and get everyone away from and tightly secured. do not continue to run the engine the vehicle until it cools down. and have the vehicle serviced. Wait until there is no sign of If the coolant is not at the proper steam or coolant before you open level when the system cools down Notice: Running the engine the hood. again, see your dealer. without coolant may cause damage or a fire. Vehicle damage If you keep driving when the Engine Overheating would not be covered by the engine is overheated, the liquids warranty. See Overheated Engine in it can catch fire. You or others The vehicle has several indicators Protection Operating Mode on could be badly burned. Stop the to warn of engine overheating. page 10‑23 for information on engine if it overheats, and get out There are two engine hot messages driving to a safe place in an of the vehicle until the engine that may be displayed in the Driver emergency. is cool. Information Center (DIC). See Engine Cooling System Messages If Steam Is Coming from the on page 5‑34 for more information. Engine Compartment If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment You may decide not to lift the hood when one of these warnings appear, { WARNING If an engine overheat warning is but get service help right away. See displayed but no steam can be seen Steam from an overheated engine or heard, the problem may not be Roadside Service (U.S. and can burn you badly, even if you Canada) on page 13 7 or Roadside too serious. Sometimes the engine ‑ just open the hood. Stay away Service (Mexico) on page 13‑9. can get a little too hot when the from the engine if you see or hear vehicle: If you do decide to lift the hood, steam coming from it. Just turn it make sure the vehicle is parked on . Climbs a long hill on a hot day. (Continued) a level surface. . Stops after high-speed driving. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (23,1)

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. Idles for long periods in traffic. If the warning continues, pull over, Power Steering Fluid . Tows a trailer. stop, and park the vehicle right away. If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam: If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while 1. Turn the air conditioning off. parked. If the warning is still 2. Turn the heater on to the highest displayed, turn off the engine until it temperature and to the highest cools down. Also, see “Overheated fan speed. Open the windows as Engine Protection Operating Mode” See Engine Compartment Overview necessary. next in this section. on page 10‑6 for the location of the power steering fluid reservoir. 3. In heavy traffic, let the engine Overheated Engine idle in N (Neutral) while stopped. When to Check Power Steering If it is safe to do so, pull off the Protection Fluid road, shift to P (Park) or Operating Mode N (Neutral) and let the It is not necessary to regularly engine idle. This operating mode allows the check power steering fluid unless vehicle to be driven to a safe place you suspect there is a leak in the If the temperature overheat gauge is in an emergency. Should a hot system or you hear an unusual no longer in the overheat zone or an engine condition exist, an overheat noise. A fluid loss in this system overheat warning no longer protection mode which alternates could indicate a problem. Have the displays, the vehicle can be driven. firing groups of cylinders helps system inspected and repaired. Continue to drive the vehicle slow prevent engine damage. In this for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe mode, there is a loss in power and How to Check Power Steering vehicle distance from the car in front engine performance. Driving Fluid of you. If the warning does not come extended distances and/or towing a To check the power steering fluid: back on, continue to drive normally. trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided. 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (24,1)

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2. Wipe the cap and the top of the your vehicle in an area where the Notice reservoir clean. temperature may fall below freezing, . When using concentrated 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the use a fluid that has sufficient washer fluid, follow the dipstick with a clean rag. protection against freezing. manufacturer instructions for 4. Replace the cap and completely Adding Washer Fluid adding water. tighten it. The WASHER FLUID LOW ADD . Do not mix water with 5. Remove the cap again and look FLUID message will appear on the ready-to-use washer fluid. at the fluid level on the dipstick. Driver Information Center (DIC) Water can cause the solution when the fluid level is low. See to freeze and damage the The level should be between the Washer Fluid Messages on washer fluid tank and other HOT and COLD marks. If necessary, page 5‑45. parts of the washer system. add only enough fluid to bring the . level between the marks. Fill the washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it is What to Use very cold. This allows for fluid expansion if freezing To determine what kind of fluid to occurs, which could damage use, see Recommended Fluids and the tank if it is Lubricants on page 11 13. Always ‑ completely full. use the proper fluid. Open the cap with the washer . Do not use engine coolant Washer Fluid symbol on it. Add washer fluid until (antifreeze) in the windshield the tank is full. See Engine washer. It can damage the What to Use Compartment Overview on windshield washer system page 10‑6 for reservoir location. When adding windshield washer and paint. fluid to the vehicle, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. If you will be operating Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (25,1)

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Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Replacing Brake System Parts can cause a brake squeal when the The braking system on a vehicle is This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly complex. Its many parts have to be brake pads have built-in wear applied. This does not mean of top quality and work well together indicators that make a high-pitched something is wrong with the brakes. warning sound when the brake pads if the vehicle is to have really good are worn and new pads are needed. Properly torqued wheel nuts are braking. The vehicle was designed The sound can come and go or be necessary to help prevent brake and tested with top-quality brake heard all the time the vehicle is pulsation. When tires are rotated, parts. When parts of the braking moving, except when applying the inspect brake pads for wear and system are replaced, be sure to get brake pedal firmly. evenly tighten wheel nuts in the new, approved replacement parts. proper sequence to torque If this is not done, the brakes might specifications in Capacities and { WARNING not work properly. For example, Specifications on page 12‑2. installing disc brake pads that are The brake wear warning sound Brake linings should always be wrong for the vehicle, can change means that soon the brakes will replaced as complete axle sets. the balance between the front and not work well. That could lead to rear brakes — for the worse. The Brake Pedal Travel braking performance expected can a crash. When the brake wear change in many other ways if the warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal wrong replacement brake parts are vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in installed. pedal travel. This could be a sign Notice: Continuing to drive with that brake service might be worn-out brake pads could result required. in costly brake repair. Brake Adjustment Every time the brakes are applied, with or without the vehicle moving, the brakes adjust for wear. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (26,1)

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Brake Fluid hydraulic system fixed, since a What to Add leak means that sooner or later Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid the brakes will not work well. from a sealed container. See Do not top off the brake fluid. Recommended Fluids and Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Lubricants on page 11‑13. If fluid is added when the linings are Always clean the brake fluid worn, there will be too much fluid reservoir cap and the area around when new brake linings are the cap before removing it. This The brake master cylinder reservoir installed. Add or remove brake fluid, helps keep dirt from entering the is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as as necessary, only when work is reservoir. indicated on the reservoir cap. See done on the brake hydraulic system. Engine Compartment Overview on { WARNING page 10‑6 for the location of the { WARNING reservoir. With the wrong kind of fluid in the If too much brake fluid is added, it There are only two reasons why the brake hydraulic system, the can spill on the engine and burn, brake fluid level in the reservoir brakes might not work well. This if the engine is hot enough. You might go down: could cause a crash. Always use or others could be burned, and the proper brake fluid. . The brake fluid level goes down the vehicle could be damaged. because of normal brake lining Add brake fluid only when work is wear. When new linings are done on the brake hydraulic Notice installed, the fluid level goes system. . back up. Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake . A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system parts. For hydraulic system can also cause level, the brake warning light comes example, just a few drops of a low fluid level. Have the brake on. See Brake System Warning mineral-based oil, such as Light on page 5‑21. engine oil, in the brake Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (27,1)

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hydraulic system can 4. Start and run the engine for at damage brake hydraulic { WARNING least 30 seconds. system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced. Battery posts, terminals, and Vehicle Storage Do not let someone put in related accessories contain lead the wrong kind of fluid. and lead compounds, chemicals { WARNING known to the State of California to . If brake fluid is spilled on the cause cancer and reproductive Batteries have acid that can burn vehicle's painted surfaces, harm. Wash hands after handling. you and gas that can explode. the paint finish can be You can be badly hurt if you are damaged. Be careful not to not careful. See Jump Starting on spill brake fluid on the After a power loss, such as page 10 101 for tips on working vehicle. If you do, wash it off disconnecting the battery or ‑ immediately. removing the maxi fuses in the around a battery without power distribution fuse block, the getting hurt. Battery following steps must be performed to calibrate the electronic throttle Infrequent Usage: Remove the The battery is in the trunk, behind control. If this is not done, the black, negative (−) cable from the the trim panel, on the passenger engine will not run properly. battery to keep the battery from side of the vehicle. Refer to the running down. replacement number shown on the 1. Turn the ignition on but do not original battery label when a new start the engine. Extended Storage: Remove the battery is needed. 2. Leave the ignition on for at least black, negative (−) cable from the three minutes so that the battery or use a battery trickle electronic throttle control will charger. cycle and relearn its home position. 3. Turn the ignition off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (28,1)

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All-Wheel Drive How to Check Lubricant What to Use If your vehicle is equipped with Refer to the Maintenance Schedule all-wheel-drive, this is an additional on page 11‑3 to determine what kind system that needs lubrication. of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Transfer Case Lubricants on page 11‑13. When to Check Lubricant Starter Switch Check It is not necessary to regularly check the transfer case fluid unless { WARNING you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss When you are doing this could indicate a problem. Have it inspection, the vehicle could inspected and repaired. move suddenly. If the vehicle 1. Drain Plug moves, you or others could be 2. Fill Plug injured. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level 1. Before starting this check, be surface. sure there is enough room If the level is below the bottom of around the vehicle. the filler plug hole, located on the transfer case, you'll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. Use care not to overtighten the plug. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (29,1)

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2. Firmly apply both the parking Automatic Transmission regular brake, try to move the brake and the regular brake. shift lever out of P (Park) with See Parking Brake (Electric) on Shift Lock Control normal effort. If the shift lever page 9‑33 or Parking Brake Function Check moves out of P (Park), contact (Manual) on page 9‑33. your dealer for service. Do not use the accelerator { WARNING pedal, and be ready to turn off Ignition Transmission the engine immediately if it When you are doing this Lock Check starts. inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle While parked, and with the parking 3. For automatic transmission moves, you or others could be brake set, try to turn the ignition to vehicles, try to start the engine injured. LOCK/OFF in each shift lever in each gear. The vehicle should position. start only in P (Park) or . The ignition should turn to N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts 1. Before starting this check, be LOCK/OFF only when the shift in any other position, contact sure there is enough room lever is in P (Park). your dealer for service. around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. . With the key access ignition For manual transmission system, the ignition key should vehicles, put the shift lever in 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. come out only in LOCK/OFF. Neutral, push the clutch pedal See Parking Brake (Electric) on See Ignition Positions (Keyless down halfway, and try to start page 9‑33 or Parking Brake Access) on page 9 15 or Ignition the engine. The vehicle should (Manual) on page 9‑33. ‑ Positions (Key Access) on start only when the clutch pedal Be ready to apply the regular page 9‑17. is pushed down all the way to brake immediately if the vehicle the floor. If the vehicle starts begins to move. Contact your dealer if service is when the clutch pedal is not required. pushed all the way down, 3. With the engine off, turn the contact your dealer for service. ignition on, but do not start the engine. Without applying the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (30,1)

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Park Brake and P (Park) . To check the P (Park) 2. Turn on the windshield wipers mechanism's holding ability: and turn them off again when Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to the wipers are in the out-wipe P (Park). Then release the position. The driver side blade { WARNING parking brake followed by the will be straight up and down on regular brake. the windshield. When you are doing this check, Contact your dealer if service is 3. Pull the windshield wiper the vehicle could begin to move. required. You or others could be injured assembly away from the windshield. and property could be damaged. Wiper Blade Replacement Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to Windshield wiper blades should be roll. Be ready to apply the regular inspected for wear or cracking. See brake at once should the vehicle Maintenance Schedule on begin to move. page 11‑3. It is a good idea to clean or replace Park on a fairly steep hill, with the the wiper blade assembly on a vehicle facing downhill. Keeping regular basis or when worn. For your foot on the regular brake, set proper windshield wiper blade the parking brake. length and type, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11‑15. . To check the parking brake's holding ability: With the engine To replace the wiper blade running and the transmission in assembly: 4. Lift up the wiper blade N (Neutral), slowly remove foot 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with assembly cap. pressure from the regular brake the engine off. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (31,1)

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5. Pull the wiper blade assembly To remove the cover: down far enough to release it from the J-hooked end of the wiper arm. Slide the assembly away from the arm. Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any 1. Slide a plastic tool under the damage that occurs would not cover and push upward to be covered by your warranty. Do unsnap. not allow the wiper blade arm to 2. Slide the cover toward the wiper touch the windshield. 7. Reinstall the wiper blade blade tip to unhook it from the assembly by sliding it over the 6. Replace the blade with a blade assembly. new one. wiper arm to engage the J-hooked end. Pull up on the 3. Remove the cover. assembly to lock it into place. 4. After wiper blade replacement, 8. Repeat the steps for the other ensure that the cover hook wiper. slides into the slot in the blade assembly. Rear Wiper Blade Replacement (Wagon) 5. Snap the cover down to secure. The rear wiper blade and wiper arm To remove the wiper blade: have a cover for protection. The 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the cover must be removed before the windshield. wiper blade can be replaced. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (32,1)

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Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, page 10‑35. the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb‐changing procedure If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact necessary, see your dealer. your dealer. 2. Push the release lever (2) to disengage the hook and push Halogen Bulbs the wiper arm (1) out of the blade assembly (3). { WARNING 3. Push the new blade assembly Halogen bulbs have pressurized securely on the wiper arm until gas inside and can burst if you the release lever clicks into drop or scratch the bulb. You or place. others could be injured. Be sure 4. Replace the wiper cover. to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (33,1)

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High Intensity Discharge Fog Lamps 5. Pull the old bulb from the lamp housing keeping the bulb (HID) Lighting straight as you pull it out. { WARNING 6. Install a new bulb. 7. Reinstall the electrical connector The low beam high intensity by pushing in the two plastic discharge lighting system clips. operates at a very high voltage. 8. Push the bulb socket into the If you try to service any of the To replace a front fog lamp bulb: lamp housing and turn the system components, you could be 1. Pull out the push-pins on the socket one-quarter turn seriously injured. Have your underside of the protection clockwise. dealer or a qualified technician shield to remove the shield. service them. 2. Reach up behind the front License Plate Lamp bumper area from under the (Coupe and Sedan) After an HID headlamp bulb has vehicle to access the lamp To replace one of these bulbs: been replaced, the beam might be a housing. slightly different shade than it was originally. This is normal. 3. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by lifting the two LED Lighting plastic clips. 4. Remove the bulb socket from This vehicle has several LED lamps. the lamp housing by turning the For replacement of any LED lighting bulb socket one-quarter turn assembly, contact your dealer. counterclockwise. 1. Push the tab to remove the license plate lamp. 2. Turn the license plate lamp assembly down to remove it. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (34,1)

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3. Turn the socket counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it. 5. Push the new bulb straight into the socket. 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp assembly. License Plate Lamp (Wagon) Passenger Side Shown, Driver 4. Turn the bulb socket (1) Side Similar counterclockwise to remove it To replace one of these bulbs: 2. Push the left end of the lamp from the lamp assembly (3). 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate assembly toward the right. 5. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of on page 2‑18. 3. Turn the lamp assembly down to the bulb socket. remove it from the liftgate. 6. Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it into the lamp assembly. 7. Turn the lamp assembly into the liftgate engaging the clip side first. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (35,1)

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8. Push on the lamp side opposite Electrical System Headlamp Wiring the clip until the lamp assembly An electrical overload may cause snaps into place. Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in Overload some cases to remain off. Have the Replacement Bulbs headlamp wiring checked right away Bulb The vehicle has fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or Exterior Lamp Number breakers to protect against an remain off. electrical system overload. Fog Lamp H11LL Windshield Wipers (Uplevel Only) When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens If the wiper motor overheats due to License Plate Lamp W5WLL and closes, protecting the circuit heavy snow or ice, the windshield until the current load returns to wipers will stop until the motor cools For replacement bulbs not listed normal or the problem is fixed. This and will then restart. here, contact your dealer. greatly reduces the chance of circuit Although the circuit is protected overload and fire caused by from electrical overload, overload electrical problems. due to heavy snow or ice may Fuses and circuit breakers protect cause wiper linkage damage. power devices in the vehicle. Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the Replace a bad fuse with a new one windshield wipers. of the identical size and rating. If the overload is caused by an If there is a problem on the road and electrical problem and not snow or a fuse needs to be replaced, the ice, be sure to get it fixed. same amperage fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (36,1)

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Fuses and Circuit To identify and check fuses, circuit breakers, and relays, see Engine Breakers Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Wagon) on page 10‑47 or Engine protected from short circuits by a Compartment Fuse Block (CTS combination of fuses and circuit Coupe and Sedan) on page 10‑36 breakers. This greatly reduces the or Engine Compartment Fuse Block chance of damage caused by (CTS-V Coupe and Sedan) on electrical problems. page 10‑40 or Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Wagon) on To check a fuse, look at the page 10 44 and Rear Compartment silver-colored band inside the fuse. ‑ Fuse Block (CTS Wagon) on If the band is broken or melted, page 10 54 or Rear Compartment replace the fuse. Be sure to replace ‑ Fuse Block (CTS-V Wagon) on Lift the fuse block cover to access a bad fuse with a new one of the page 10 56 or Rear Compartment the fuses. identical size and rating. ‑ Fuse Block (CTS Coupe and The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses of the same amperage can Sedan) on page 10‑50 or Rear with all of the fuses and relays be temporarily borrowed from Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V shown. another fuse location, if a fuse goes Coupe and Sedan) on page 10‑52. Notice: Spilling liquid on any out. Replace the fuse as soon as electrical component on the you can. Engine Compartment vehicle may damage it. Always Fuse Block (CTS Coupe keep the covers on any electrical and Sedan) component. The underhood fuse block is on the left side of the engine compartment. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (37,1)

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Mini-Fuses Usage Body Control 27 Module 4 28 Navigation Motor 29 All-Wheel Drive Transmission 30 Control Module Battery 31 Horn Left Low-Beam Headlamp 33 (Domestic Non-HID Only) Pedestrian 34 Protection System Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage (Export Only) 11 Not Used Body Control Body Control 24 35 Module 1 Module 3 Antilock Braking 19 Body Control System (ABS) Automatic Forward 36 25 Lighting System Module 2 22 Display (HID Only) Headlamp Washer 23 Not Used 38 Body Control (HID Only) 26 Module 5 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (38,1)

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Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Right Low-Beam Engine Control Instrument Panel Headlamp Module Ignition, 60 Auxiliary Power 40 (Domestic 52 Transmission Outlet Non-HID Only) Control Module Air Quality Sensor, Ignition Air Conditioning Inside Rear View 41 61 Compressor Clutch Power Moding Mirror, Rear (Immobilizer Camera Low-Beam Daytime 54 Module, Ignition Running Lamps 62 Ignition Switch) (non-HID), Left Steering Wheel 43 Daytime Running 55 Not Used 64 Illumination Lamps (HID), Left 56 Windshield Wipers Trailer Turn Signal Front Fog Lamps 65 (Export Only) Right Low-Beam (HID Only) 57 (HID Only) Left High-Beam Body Control 46 Headlamp Daytime Running 69 Module 6, Body Lamps (non-HID), Control Module 7 Right High-Beam 58 47 Left Low-Beam Headlamp 70 Emissions 1 (HID Only) Right Daytime 71 Even Ignition Coils Right Daytime Running Lamp, 50 Running Lamp (HID Engine Control Windshield 72 59 Only), Right Trailer Module Washer Pump Turn Signal 73 Emissions 2 Airbag System (Export Only) 51 Ignition Switch 74 Odd Ignition Coils Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (39,1)

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Mini-Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses Transmission 12 Horn Output Speed 13 Not Used 75 Headlamp Washer Sensor, Brake 20 Electric Parking (HID Only) Vacuum Relay 14 Brake Cooling Fan (Series/ 76 Spare 21 15 Not Used Parallel) 77 Spare 16 Not Used Air Conditioning 32 78 Spare Compressor Clutch 17 Blower Motor 79 Spare Windshield Rear Window 39 18 Washer Pump 80 Spare Defogger Right Daytime 81 Spare 37 Not Used 42 Running Lamp, Trailer Turn Signal J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses Low-Beam 1 Cooling Fan 2 (non-HID), Left 6 Cooling Fan 2 Daytime Running 2 Cooling Fan 1 44 7 Cooling Fan 1 Lamps (HID), Left 3 Starter Trailer Turn Signal 8 Starter Rear Window (Export Only) 4 Brake Defogger 9 Front Fog Lamps Vacuum Pump 45 Instrument Panel (HID Only) Antilock Brake 5 Auxiliary Power High-Beam 10 48 System Motor Outlet Headlamps Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (40,1)

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Relays Usage Engine Compartment The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays Daytime Running Fuse Block (CTS-V Coupe shown. Lamps (Non-HID), and Sedan) 49 Notice: Spilling liquid on any Low-Beam This fuse block is on the left side of electrical component on the Headlamps (HID) the engine compartment. vehicle may damage it. Always 53 Not Used keep the covers on any electrical 63 Main Ignition component. 66 Windshield Wipers 67 Powertrain Windshield Wipers 68 High Speed

Lift the fuse block cover to access the fuses. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (41,1)

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Mini‐Fuses Usage Body Control 27 Module 4 28 Navigation Motor 29 Not Used Transmission 30 Control Module Battery 31 Horn 33 Not Used Pedestrian 34 Protection System (Export Only) Body Control 35 Module 3 Mini‐Fuses Usage Mini‐Fuses Usage Body Control 11 Not Used Body Control 36 24 Module 2 Module 1 Antilock Braking Headlamp Washer 19 38 System (ABS) Automatic Forward (HID Only) 25 Lighting System 22 Display (HID Only) 40 Not Used 23 Sunroof Body Control Air Conditioning 26 41 Module 5 Compressor Clutch Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (42,1)

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Mini‐Fuses Usage Mini‐Fuses Usage Mini‐Fuses Usage Left Daytime 56 Windshield Wipers Body Control 43 Running 69 Module 6, Body Right Low Beam Lamps (HID) 57 ‐ Control Module 7 (HID Only) Left High Beam 70 Emissions 1 46 ‐ Left Low Beam Headlamp 58 ‐ (HID Only) 71 Even Ignition Coils Right High Beam 47 ‐ Right Daytime 72 Odd Ignition Coils Headlamp 59 Running Lamp 73 Emissions 2 Right Daytime (HID Only) Running Lamp, Engine Control 50 Instrument Panel 74 Windshield Module 60 Auxiliary Power Washer Pump Outlet 75 Not Used Airbag System 51 Air Quality Sensor, 76 Spare Ignition Switch Inside Rear View 61 77 Spare Engine Control Mirror, Rear Module Ignition, Camera 78 Spare 52 Transmission 62 Ignition 79 Spare Control Module Ignition Steering Wheel 80 Spare 64 Illumination Power Moding 81 Spare (Immobilizer Front Fog Lamps 54 65 Module, Ignition (HID Only) Switch) 55 Intercooler Pump Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (43,1)

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J-Case Usage Relays Usage Relays Usage Fuses 1 Cooling Fan 2 Left Daytime 44 6 Cooling Fan 2 Running Lamp (HID) 2 Cooling Fan 1 7 Cooling Fan 1 Front Fog Lamps 3 Starter 45 (HID Only) 8 Starter Rear Window 4 High Beam 9 Not Used Defogger 48 ‐ Headlamps Antilock Brake Instrument Panel 10 Low Beam System Motor 5 Auxiliary Power 49 ‐ Headlamps (HID) Outlet 13 Not Used 53 Not Used 12 Horn Electric Parking 14 63 Main Ignition Brake Headlamp Washer 20 (HID Only) 66 Windshield Wipers 15 Not Used Cooling Fan (Series/ 67 Powertrain 16 Not Used 21 Parallel) Windshield Wipers 17 Blower Motor 68 Air Conditioning High Speed 32 Rear Window Compressor Clutch 18 Defogger Windshield 39 Magnetic Ride/ Washer Pump 37 Suspension Control Right Daytime 42 Running Lamp Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (44,1)

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Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Wagon) This fuse block is on the left side of the engine compartment.

Lift the fuse block cover to access the fuses. Mini‐Fuses Usage Mini‐Fuses Usage Body Control The vehicle may not be equipped 11 Not Used 24 with all of the fuses and relays Module 1 Antilock Braking shown. 19 System (ABS) Automatic Forward Notice: Spilling liquid on any 25 Lighting System electrical component on the 22 Display (HID Only) vehicle may damage it. Always 23 Not Used Body Control 26 keep the covers on any electrical Module 5 component. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (45,1)

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Mini‐Fuses Usage Mini‐Fuses Usage Mini‐Fuses Usage Body Control Right Low Beam Engine Control 27 ‐ Module 4 Headlamp Module Ignition, 40 (Domestic Non 52 Transmission 28 Navigation Motor ‐ HID Only) Control Module 29 All-Wheel Drive Ignition Air Conditioning 41 Transmission Compressor Clutch Power Moding 30 Control Module (Immobilizer Low Beam Daytime 54 Battery ‐ Module, Ignition Running Lamps Switch) 31 Horn (non‐HID), Left 43 Daytime Running 55 Not Used Left Low‐Beam Lamps (HID), Left Headlamp 56 Windshield Wipers 33 (Domestic Non Trailer Turn Signal ‐ (Export Only) Right Low Beam HID Only) 57 ‐ (HID Only) Left High Beam Pedestrian 46 ‐ Daytime Running 34 Protection System Headlamp Lamps (non HID), (Export Only) Right High Beam 58 ‐ 47 ‐ Left Low Beam Headlamp ‐ Body Control (HID Only) 35 Module 3 Right Daytime 50 Right Daytime Running Lamp Body Control Running Lamp (HID 36 Module 2 Airbag System 59 Only), Right Trailer 51 Headlamp Washer Ignition Switch Turn Signal 38 (HID Only) (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (46,1)

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Mini‐Fuses Usage Mini‐Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Fuses Instrument Panel Transmission 60 Auxiliary Power Output Speed 13 Not Used 75 Outlet Sensor, Brake Electric Parking Vacuum Relay 14 Air Quality Sensor, Brake Inside Rear View 76 Spare 61 15 Not Used Mirror, Rear 77 Spare Camera 16 Not Used 78 Spare 62 Ignition 17 Blower Motor 79 Spare Steering Wheel Transmission 64 Illumination 80 Spare 18 Control Module Battery Front Fog Lamps 81 Spare 65 (HID Only) 37 Trailer (Export Only) Body Control J-Case Usage 69 Module 6, Body Fuses Relays Usage Control Module 7 6 Cooling Fan 2 1 Cooling Fan 2 70 Emissions 1 7 Cooling Fan 1 2 Cooling Fan 1 71 Even Ignition Coils 8 Starter 3 Starter Engine Control Brake Rear Window 72 9 4 Module Vacuum Pump Defogger 73 Emissions 2 Antilock Brake Instrument Panel 10 74 Odd Ignition Coils System Motor 5 Auxiliary Power Outlet Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (47,1)

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Relays Usage Relays Usage 12 Horn Daytime Running Lamps (Non HID), Headlamp Washer 49 ‐ 20 Low Beam (HID Only) ‐ Headlamps (HID) Cooling Fan (Series/ 21 53 Not Used Parallel) 63 Main Ignition Air Conditioning 32 Compressor Clutch 66 Windshield Wipers 39 Not Used 67 Powertrain Right Daytime Windshield Wipers 68 Lift the fuse block cover to access 42 Running Lamp, High Speed the fuses. Trailer Turn Signal The vehicle may not be equipped Low‐Beam (non‐ Engine Compartment with all of the fuses and relays HID), Left Daytime Fuse Block (CTS-V shown. Running Lamps 44 Wagon) (HID), Left Trailer Notice: Spilling liquid on any Turn Signal The underhood fuse block is on the electrical component on the (Export Only) left side of the engine compartment. vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical Front Fog Lamps 45 component. (HID Only) High Beam 48 ‐ Headlamps Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (48,1)

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Mini-Fuses Usage Body Control 27 Module 4 28 Navigation Motor 29 Not Used Transmission 30 Control Module Battery 31 Horn 33 Not Used Pedestrian 34 Protection System (Export Only) Body Control 35 Module 3 Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Body Control Body Control 36 11 Not Used 24 Module 2 Module 1 Antilock Braking Headlamp Washer 19 38 System (ABS) Automatic Forward (HID Only) 25 Lighting System 22 Display (HID Only) 40 Not Used 23 Sunroof Body Control Air Conditioning 26 41 Module 5 Compressor Clutch Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (49,1)

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Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Left Daytime Right Low-Beam 70 Emissions 1 57 43 Running (HID Only) 71 Even Ignition Coils Lamp (HID) Left Low-Beam 58 72 Odd Ignition Coils Left High-Beam (HID Only) 46 Headlamp 73 Emissions 2 Right Daytime Right High-Beam 59 Running Lamp Engine Control 47 74 Headlamp (HID Only) Module Right Daytime Instrument Panel 75 Not Used 50 Running Lamp 60 Auxiliary Power 76 Spare Outlet Airbag System 51 77 Spare Ignition Switch Air Quality Sensor, Inside Rear View 78 Spare Engine Control 61 Mirror, Rear Module Ignition, 79 Spare Camera 52 Transmission 80 Spare Control Module 62 Ignition Ignition 81 Spare Steering Wheel 64 Power Moding Illumination (Immobilizer J-Case Usage 54 Front Fog Lamps Module, Ignition 65 Fuses (HID Only) Switch) 6 Cooling Fan 2 Body Control 55 Intercooler Pump 69 Module 6, Body 7 Cooling Fan 1 56 Windshield Wipers Control Module 7 8 Starter Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (50,1)

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J-Case Usage Relays Usage Relays Usage Fuses Rear Window Low-Beam 4 49 9 Not Used Defogger Headlamps (HID) Antilock Brake Instrument Panel 53 Not Used 10 System Motor 5 Auxiliary Power 63 Main Ignition Outlet 13 Not Used 66 Windshield Wipers 12 Horn Electric Parking 14 67 Powertrain Brake Headlamp Washer 20 (HID Only) Windshield Wipers 15 Not Used 68 High Speed Cooling Fan (Series/ 16 Not Used 21 Parallel) 17 Blower Motor Rear Compartment Fuse Air Conditioning 32 Rear Window Compressor Clutch Block (CTS Coupe and 18 Defogger Sedan) 39 Not Used Magnetic Ride/ The rear compartment fuse block is 37 Right Daytime Suspension Control 42 on top of the battery, on the right Running Lamp side of the trunk. The battery access Left Daytime door must be removed to access Relays Usage 44 Running Lamp (HID) the fuse block. 1 Cooling Fan 2 Front Fog Lamps The vehicle may not be equipped 45 2 Cooling Fan 1 (HID Only) with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. 3 Starter High-Beam 48 Headlamps Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (51,1)

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Relays Usage Sedan Trunk Release/Coupe 11 Rear Fog (Export Only) 12 Side Marker Lamps 13 Left Position Lamps

Mini-Fuses Usage 14 Right Position Lamp 15 Left Position Lamp 16 Door Lock Console/Auxiliary 17 Power Outlet Relays Usage Relays Usage Rear Fog/Export Body Control Stop Lamps Right Position Lamp 18 5 9 Module (Export Only) (Export Only) (Export Only) 6 Door Lock Console/Auxiliary 10 19 Trunk Release Power Outlet 7 Door Unlock Easy Entry Seats 20 Fuel Door Unlock (Coupe Only) 8 (Export Only) 21 Sunroof Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (52,1)

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Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breakers Right Position Lamp Theft Deterrent 22 (Export Only) System/Universal Left Rear Window 34 32 Garage Door Switch Regulated Voltage 23 Opener Control Sensor Right Rear Window 37 Memory Seat Switch Audio System 35 24 Module (Radio) Passenger Door Rear Compartment Fuse 25 Airbag System 36 Module Block (CTS-V Coupe and Remote Keyless Side Blind Zone Sedan) Entry/PASS-Key® 38 26 Alert (Coupe Only) Theft Deterrent The rear compartment fuse block is Module 39 Amplifier on top of the battery, on the right side of the trunk. The battery access Audio Speakers/ 27 door must be removed to access Subwoofer Circuit Usage Breakers the fuse block. OnStar® System (If The vehicle may not be equipped 28 Driver Power Seat Equipped) 1 with all of the fuses, relays, and Switch Engine Control features shown. 29 Passenger Power Module 2 Seat Switch 30 Canister Vent 3 Power Windows 31 Fuel Pump Power Steering Stop Lamps 4 33 Column (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (53,1)

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Relays Usage Sedan Trunk Release/Coupe 11 Rear Fog (Export Only) 12 Side Marker Lamps 13 Left Position Lamps

Mini-Fuses Usage 14 Right Position Lamp 15 Left Position Lamp 16 Door Lock Console/Auxiliary 17 Power Outlet Relays Usage Relays Usage Rear Fog/Export Body Control Stop Lamps Right Position Lamp 18 5 9 Module (Export Only) (Export Only) (Export Only) 6 Door Lock Console/Auxiliary 10 19 Trunk Release Power Outlet 7 Door Unlock Easy Entry Seats 20 Fuel Door Unlock (Coupe Only) 8 (Export Only) 21 Fuel Pump Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (54,1)

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Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breakers Right Position Lamp Theft Deterrent 22 (Export Only) System/Universal Left Rear Window 34 32 Garage Door Switch Regulated Voltage 23 Opener Control Sensor Right Rear Window 37 Memory Seat Switch Audio System 35 24 Module (Radio) Passenger Door Rear Compartment Fuse 25 Airbag System 36 Module Block (CTS Wagon) Remote Keyless Side Blind Zone Entry/PASS-Key® 38 This fuse block is on the right side 26 Alert (Coupe Only) Theft Deterrent of the vehicle, behind the trim panel Module 39 Amplifier in the rear compartment. Audio Speakers/ The vehicle may not be equipped 27 Subwoofer Circuit Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Breakers features shown. OnStar® System (If 28 Driver Power Seat Equipped) 1 Switch Engine Control 29 Passenger Power Module 2 Seat Switch 30 Canister Vent 3 Power Windows Rear Differential 31 Power Steering Cooling Pump 4 Column Stop Lamps 33 (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (55,1)

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Relays Usage 11 Not Used 12 Side Marker Lamps 13 Left Position Lamps

Mini‐Fuses Usage 14 Right Position Lamp 15 Left Position Lamp 16 Door Lock Console/Auxiliary 17 Power Outlet Rear Fog/Export Body Control 18 Module Relays Usage Relays Usage (Export Only) Stop Lamps Fuel Door Unlock Rear Windshield 5 8 19 (Export Only) (Export Only) Wiper/Washer 6 Door Lock Right Position Lamp Windshield 9 20 (Export Only) Washer Pump 7 Door Unlock Console/Auxiliary 21 Sunroof 10 Power Outlet Right Position Lamp 22 (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (56,1)

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Mini‐Fuses Usage Mini‐Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breakers Regulated Voltage Theft Deterrent 23 Control Sensor System/Universal Left Rear Window 34 32 Garage Door Switch Audio System 24 Opener (Radio) Right Rear Window 37 Memory Seat Switch 25 Airbag System 35 Module Remote Keyless Passenger Door Rear Compartment Fuse Entry/PASS Key® 36 26 ‐ Module Theft Deterrent Block (CTS-V Wagon) Module Rear Auxiliary 38 The rear compartment fuse block is Power Outlet Audio Speakers/ on the passenger side of the 27 Subwoofer 39 Amplifier vehicle, behind the trim panel in the rear compartment. OnStar® System (If 28 Equipped) Circuit Usage The vehicle may not be equipped Breakers with all of the fuses and relays Engine Control shown. 29 Driver Power Seat Module 1 Switch 30 Canister Vent Passenger Power 2 31 Fuel Pump Seat Switch Stop Lamps 33 3 Power Windows (Export Only) Power Steering 4 Column Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (57,1)

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Relays Usage 12 Side Marker Lamps 13 Left Position Lamps

Mini-Fuses Usage 14 Right Position Lamp 15 Left Position Lamp 16 Door Lock Console/Auxiliary 17 Power Outlet Rear Fog/Export Body Control 18 Module (Export Only) Rear Windshield Relays Usage Relays Usage 19 Wiper/Washer Stop Lamps Right Position Lamp 5 9 Windshield (Export Only) (Export Only) 20 Washer Pump 6 Door Lock Console/Auxiliary 10 Power Outlet 21 Fuel Pump 7 Door Unlock 11 Not Used Right Position Lamp Fuel Door Unlock 22 8 (Export Only) (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (58,1)

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Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breakers Regulated Voltage Theft Deterrent 23 Control Sensor System/Universal Left Rear Window 34 32 Garage Door Switch Audio System 24 Opener (Radio) Right Rear Window 37 Memory Seat Switch 25 Airbag System 35 Module Remote Keyless Passenger Door Entry/PASS-Key® 36 26 Module Theft Deterrent Module Rear Auxiliary 38 Power Outlet Audio Speakers/ 27 Subwoofer 39 Amplifier 28 OnStar® System Circuit Usage Engine Control 29 Breakers Module Driver Power Seat 1 30 Canister Vent Switch Rear Differential Passenger Power 31 2 Cooling Pump Seat Switch Stop Lamps 33 3 Power Windows (Export Only) Power Steering 4 Column Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (59,1)

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Wheels and Tires WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING (CONTINUED) Tires . Underinflated tires pose the . Improperly repaired tires can same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury. service center should repair, leading tire manufacturer. See Check all tires frequently to replace, dismount, and mount the warranty manual for maintain the recommended the tires. pressure. Tire pressure information regarding the tire . Do not spin the tires in warranty and where to get should be checked when the excess of 56 km/h (35 mph) service. For additional tires are cold. on slippery surfaces such as information refer to the tire . Overinflated tires are more snow, mud, ice, etc. manufacturer. likely to be cut, punctured, Excessive spinning may or broken by a sudden cause the tires to explode. { WARNING impact— such as when hitting a pothole. Keep tires at See Tire Pressure for . Poorly maintained and the recommended pressure. High-Speed Operation on improperly used tires are . Worn or old tires can cause a dangerous. page 10‑68 for inflation pressure crash. If the tread is badly adjustment for high-speed . worn, replace them. Overloading the tires can driving. cause overheating as a result . Replace any tires that have of too much flexing. There been damaged by impacts could be a blowout and a with potholes, curbs, etc. serious crash. See Vehicle (Continued) Load Limits on page 9‑10. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (60,1)

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All-Season Tires Winter Tires . Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not, originally, speed rating as the original all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires. designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased Winter tires with the same speed performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered rating as the original equipment tires and weather conditions. Original roads. Consider installing winter may not be available for H, V, W, Y, equipment tires designed to GM's tires on the vehicle if frequent and ZR speed rated tires. If winter specific tire performance criteria driving on snow or ice-covered tires with a lower speed rating are have a TPC specification code roads is expected. See your dealer chosen, never exceed the tire's molded onto the sidewall. Original for details regarding winter tire maximum speed capability. equipment all-season tires can be availability and proper tire selection. identified by the last two characters Also, see Buying New Tires on of this TPC code, which will page 10‑76. Low-Profile Tires be “MS.” With winter tires, there may be If the vehicle has P235/50R18, Consider installing winter tires on decreased dry road traction, 245/45ZR19, P245/45R19, the vehicle if frequent driving on increased road noise, and shorter 255/40ZR19, P265/45R18, snow or ice-covered roads is tread life. After changing to winter 275/40ZR19 or 285/35ZR19 expected. All-season tires provide tires, be alert for changes in vehicle size tires, they are classified as adequate performance for most handling and braking. low‐profile tires. These tires are winter driving conditions, but they If using winter tires: designed for very responsive may not offer the same level of driving on wet or dry pavement, traction or performance as winter . Use tires of the same brand and tires on snow or ice-covered roads. tread type on all four wheel however, may produce more See Winter Tires on page 10‑60. positions. road noise and tend to wear faster. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (61,1)

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Notice: Low‐profile tires are noise levels. In severe winter Tire Sidewall Labeling more susceptible to damage climates where snowfall may be from road hazards or curb significant, these tires may be Useful information about a tire is impact than standard profile found to provide less traction. molded into its sidewall. The tires. Tire and/or wheel examples show a typical assembly damage can occur Summer Tires passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. when coming into contact This vehicle may come with high with road hazards like, performance summer tires. These potholes, or sharp edged tires have a special tread and objects, or when sliding into a compound that are optimized for curb. The warranty does not maximum dry and wet road cover this type of damage. performance. This special tread Keep tires set to the correct and compound will decrease inflation pressure and, when performance in cold climates, and possible, avoid contact with on ice and snow. We recommend curbs, potholes, and other installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving in cold road hazards. temperatures or on snow or ice Summer Performance Tires covered roads is expected. See Winter Tires on page 10‑60. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example Many General Motors high (1) Tire Size: The tire size is a performance models come combination of letters and factory equipped with tires that ‐ numbers used to define a are optimized for maximum dry particular tire's width, height, and wet road performance while aspect ratio, construction type, still retaining satisfactory tread life, excellent durability, and low Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (62,1)

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and service description. See the DOT Tire Date of (5) Tire Ply Material: The type “Tire Size” illustration later in this Manufacture: The last four of cord and number of plies section. digits of the TIN indicate the tire in the sidewall and under the (2) TPC Spec (Tire manufactured date. The first tread. Performance Criteria two digits represent the week (6) Uniform Tire Quality Specification): Original (01–52) and the last two digits, Grading (UTQG): Tire equipment tires designed to the year. For example, the third manufacturers are required to GM's specific tire performance week of the year 2010 would grade tires based on three criteria have a TPC specification have a four-digit DOT date performance factors: treadwear, code molded onto the sidewall. of 0310. traction, and temperature GM's TPC specifications meet or (4) Tire Identification Number resistance. For more information exceed all federal safety (TIN): The letters and numbers see Uniform Tire Quality guidelines. following the DOT (Department Grading on page 10‑78. (3) DOT (Department of of Transportation) code are the (7) Maximum Cold Inflation Transportation): The Tire Identification Number (TIN). Load Limit: Maximum load that Department of Transportation The TIN shows the can be carried and the (DOT) code indicates that the manufacturer and plant code, maximum pressure needed to tire is in compliance with the tire size, and date the tire was support that load. U.S. Department of manufactured. The TIN is Transportation Motor Vehicle molded onto both sides of the Safety Standards. tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (63,1)

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spare tire, see Compact Spare information on tire pressure and Tire on page 10‑100 and If a inflation see Tire Pressure on Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑81. page 10‑67. (3) Tire Identification Number (6) Tire Size: A combination of (TIN): The letters and numbers letters and numbers define a following the DOT (Department tire's width, height, aspect ratio, of Transportation) code are the construction type, and service Tire Identification Number (TIN). description. The letter T as the The TIN shows the first character in the tire size manufacturer and plant code, means the tire is for temporary tire size, and date the tire was use only. Compact Spare Tire Example manufactured. The TIN is (7) TPC Spec (Tire (1) Tire Ply Material: The type molded onto both sides of the Performance Criteria of cord and number of plies in tire, although only one side may Specification): Original the sidewall and under the tread. have the date of manufacture. equipment tires designed to (2) Temporary Use Only: The (4) Maximum Cold Inflation GM's specific tire performance compact spare tire or temporary Load Limit: Maximum load that criteria have a TPC specification use tire should not be driven at can be carried and the code molded onto the sidewall. speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). maximum pressure needed to GM's TPC specifications meet or The compact spare tire is for support that load. exceed all federal safety emergency use when a regular (5) Tire Inflation: The guidelines. road tire has lost air and gone temporary use tire or compact flat. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire should be inflated to 420 kPa (60 psi). For more Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (64,1)

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Tire Designations (3) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit is certified to carry. The speed number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a Tire Size height-to-width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load. The following is an example of a For example, if the tire size typical passenger vehicle aspect ratio is 60, as shown in Tire Terminology and tire size. item 3 of the illustration, it would Definitions mean that the tire's sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide. Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing (4) Construction Code: A letter outward on each square inch of code is used to indicate the type the tire. Air pressure is of ply construction in the tire. expressed in kPa (kilopascal) The letter R means radial ply or psi (pounds per square inch). construction; the letter D means (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: Accessory Weight: The The United States version of a diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter B combined weight of optional metric tire sizing system. The accessories. Some examples of letter P as the first character in means belted-bias ply construction. optional accessories are the tire size means a passenger automatic transmission, power vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter: Diameter of steering, power brakes, power standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air and Rim Association. (6) Service Description: These conditioning. (2) Tire Width: The three-digit characters represent the load Aspect Ratio: The relationship number indicates the tire section index and speed rating of the of a tire's height to its width. width in millimeters from tire. The load index represents sidewall to sidewall. the load carrying capacity a tire Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (65,1)

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Belt: A rubber coated layer of maximum capacity of fuel, oil, GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight cords between the plies and the and coolant, but without Rating for the rear axle. See tread. Cords may be made from passengers and cargo. Vehicle Load Limits on steel or other reinforcing DOT Markings: A code molded page 9‑10. materials. into the sidewall of a tire Intended Outboard Sidewall: Bead: The tire bead contains signifying that the tire is in The side of an asymmetrical tire, steel wires wrapped by steel compliance with the U.S. that must always face outward cords that hold the tire onto Department of Transportation when mounted on a vehicle. the rim. (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety Kilopascal (kPa): The metric Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire Standards. The DOT code unit for air pressure. includes the Tire Identification in which the plies are laid at Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A alternate angles less than Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which can also tire used on light duty trucks and 90 degrees to the centerline of some multipurpose passenger the tread. identify the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand, and vehicles. Cold Tire Pressure: The date of production. Load Index: An assigned amount of air pressure in a tire, number ranging from 1 to 279 measured in kPa (kilopascal) GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits that corresponds to the load or psi (pounds per square inch) carrying capacity of a tire. before a tire has built up heat on page 9‑10. from driving. See Tire Pressure GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure: on page 10‑67. Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated. Curb Weight: The weight of a Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. The maximum air pressure is motor vehicle with standard and molded onto the sidewall. optional equipment including the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (66,1)

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Maximum Load Rating: The model name molding that is Sidewall: The portion of a tire load rating for a tire at the higher or deeper than the same between the tread and the bead. maximum permissible inflation moldings on the other sidewall Speed Rating: An pressure for that tire. of the tire. alphanumeric code assigned to Maximum Loaded Vehicle Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A a tire indicating the maximum Weight: The sum of curb tire used on passenger cars and speed at which a tire can weight, accessory weight, some light duty trucks and operate. vehicle capacity weight, and multipurpose vehicles. Traction: The friction between production options weight. Recommended Inflation the tire and the road surface. Normal Occupant Weight: The Pressure: Vehicle The amount of grip provided. number of occupants a vehicle manufacturer's recommended Tread: The portion of a tire that is designed to seat multiplied by tire inflation pressure as shown comes into contact with 68 kg (150 lbs). See Vehicle on the tire placard. See Tire the road. Load Limits on page 9‑10. Pressure on page 10‑67 and Treadwear Indicators: Narrow Occupant Distribution: Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. bands, sometimes called wear Designated seating positions. bars, that show across the Outward Facing Sidewall: The Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tread of a tire when only 1.6 mm side of an asymmetrical tire that tire in which the ply cords that (1/16 in) of tread remains. See has a particular side that faces extend to the beads are laid at When It Is Time for New Tires 90 degrees to the centerline of outward when mounted on a on page 10‑75. vehicle. The side of the tire that the tread. contains a whitewall, bears Rim: A metal support for a tire white lettering, or bears and upon which the tire beads manufacturer, brand, and/or are seated. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (67,1)

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UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Vehicle Placard: A label . Premature or Grading Standards): A tire permanently attached to a irregular wear. information system that provides vehicle showing the vehicle . Poor handling. consumers with ratings for a capacity weight and the original . tire's traction, temperature, equipment tire size and Reduced fuel economy. and treadwear. Ratings recommended inflation pressure. Overinflated tires, or tires that are determined by tire See “Tire and Loading have too much air, can manufacturers using Information Label” under Vehicle result in: government testing procedures. Load Limits on page 9‑10. . Unusual wear. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tire Pressure . Poor handling. Tire Quality Grading on Tires need the correct amount . Rough ride. page 10‑78. of air pressure to operate . Needless damage from Vehicle Capacity Weight: effectively. road hazards. The number of designated Notice: Neither tire seating positions multiplied by The Tire and Loading underinflation nor Information label on the vehicle 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated overinflation is good. indicates the original equipment cargo load. See Vehicle Load Underinflated tires, or tires Limits on page 9 10. tires and the correct cold tire ‑ that do not have enough air, inflation pressures. The Vehicle Maximum Load on the can result in: recommended pressure is the Tire: Load on an individual tire . Tire overloading and minimum air pressure needed to due to curb weight, accessory overheating which could support the vehicle's maximum weight, occupant weight, and lead to a blowout. load carrying capacity. See cargo weight. Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (68,1)

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How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the Tire Pressure for affects vehicle handling and ride tire valve stem. Press the tire High-Speed Operation comfort. Never load the vehicle gauge firmly onto the valve to with more weight than it was get a pressure measurement. { WARNING designed to carry. If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended When to Check Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h pressure on the Tire and (100 mph) or higher, puts an Check the tires once a month or Loading Information label, no additional strain on tires. more. Do not forget the compact further adjustment is necessary. Sustained high-speed driving spare, if the vehicle has one. If the inflation pressure is low, causes excessive heat buildup The cold compact spare tire add air until the recommended and can cause sudden tire failure. pressure should be at 420 kPa pressure is reached. If the You could have a crash and you (60 psi). See Compact Spare inflation pressure is high, press or others could be killed. Some Tire on page 10‑100. on the metal stem in the center high-speed rated tires require of the tire valve to release air. inflation pressure adjustment for How to Check high-speed operation. When Use a good quality pocket-type Recheck the tire pressure with speed limits and road conditions gauge to check tire pressure. the tire gauge. are such that a vehicle can be Proper tire inflation cannot be Return the valve caps on the driven at high speeds, make sure determined by looking at the tire. valve stems to prevent leaks the tires are rated for high-speed Check the tire inflation pressure and keep out dirt and moisture. operation, in excellent condition, when the tires are cold, meaning and set to the correct cold tire the vehicle has not been driven inflation pressure for the vehicle load. for at least three hours or no more than 1.6 km (1 mi). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (69,1)

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Vehicles with 255/40ZR19 or Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more 285/35ZR19 size tires require of your tires is significantly inflation pressure adjustment when System under-inflated. driving the vehicle at speeds of The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher. Set (TPMS) uses radio and sensor pressure telltale illuminates, you the cold inflation pressure to the technology to check tire pressure should stop and check your tires as maximum inflation pressure levels. The TPMS sensors monitor soon as possible, and inflate them shown on the tire sidewall, the air pressure in your tires and to the proper pressure. Driving on a or 300 kPa (44 psi), whichever transmit tire pressure readings to a significantly under-inflated tire is lower. See the example receiver located in the vehicle. causes the tire to overheat and can following. Return the tires to the Each tire, including the spare (if lead to tire failure. Under-inflation recommended cold tire inflation provided), should be checked also reduces fuel efficiency and tire pressure when high-speed driving monthly when cold and inflated to tread life, and may affect the has ended. See Vehicle Load Limits the inflation pressure recommended vehicle's handling and stopping on page 9 10 and Tire Pressure on ‑ by the vehicle manufacturer on the ability. page 10‑67. vehicle placard or tire inflation Please note that the TPMS is not a Example: pressure label. (If your vehicle has substitute for proper tire The maximum load and inflation tires of a different size than the size maintenance, and it is the driver's pressure is molded on the tire indicated on the vehicle placard or responsibility to maintain correct tire sidewall, in small letters, near the tire inflation pressure label, you pressure, even if under-inflation has rim flange. It will read something should determine the proper tire not reached the level to trigger like this: Maximum load inflation pressure for those tires.) illumination of the TPMS low tire 690 kg (1521 lbs) 300 kPa (44 psi) As an added safety feature, your pressure telltale. Max. Press. vehicle has been equipped with a Your vehicle has also been For this example, set the inflation tire pressure monitoring system equipped with a TPMS malfunction (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure for high‐speed driving at indicator to indicate when the 300 kPa (44 psi). system is not operating properly. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (70,1)

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The TPMS malfunction indicator is Federal Communications combined with the low tire pressure Commission (FCC) Rules and telltale. When the system detects a with Industry Canada malfunction, the telltale will flash for Standards approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 20 for information This sequence will continue upon ‑ When a low tire pressure condition regarding Part 15 of the Federal subsequent vehicle start-ups as is detected, the TPMS illuminates Communications Commission (FCC) long as the malfunction exists. the low tire pressure warning light Rules and with Industry Canada located on the instrument cluster. When the malfunction indicator is Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. illuminated, the system may not be If the warning light comes on, stop able to detect or signal low tire as soon as possible and inflate the pressure as intended. TPMS Tire Pressure Monitor tires to the recommended pressure malfunctions may occur for a variety Operation shown on the tire loading information label. See Vehicle Load of reasons, including the installation This vehicle may have a Tire Limits on page 9 10. of replacement or alternate tires or Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). ‑ wheels on the vehicle that prevent The TPMS is designed to warn the A message to check the pressure in the TPMS from functioning properly. driver when a low tire pressure a specific tire displays in the DIC Always check the TPMS malfunction condition exists. TPMS sensors are display screen. The low tire telltale after replacing one or more mounted onto each tire and wheel pressure warning light and the DIC tires or wheels on your vehicle to assembly, excluding the spare tire warning message come at each ensure that the replacement or and wheel assembly, if the vehicle ignition cycle until the tires are alternate tires and wheels allow the has one. The TPMS sensors inflated to the correct inflation TPMS to continue to function monitor the air pressure in the tires pressure. Using the Driver properly. and transmits the tire pressure Information Center (DIC), tire See Tire Pressure Monitor readings to a receiver located in the pressure levels can be viewed. For Operation on page 10‑70. vehicle. additional information and details about the DIC operation and Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (71,1)

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displays see Driver Information Notice: Tire sealant materials are for the remainder of the ignition Center (DIC) on page 5‑27 and Tire not all the same. A non-approved cycle. A DIC warning message also Messages on page 5‑43. tire sealant could damage the displays. The malfunction light and The low tire pressure warning light TPMS sensors. TPMS sensor DIC warning message come on at may come on in cool weather when damage caused by using an each ignition cycle until the problem the vehicle is first started, and then incorrect tire sealant is not is corrected. Some of the conditions turn off as the vehicle is driven. This covered by the vehicle warranty. that can cause these to come could be an early indicator that the Always use only the on are: GM-approved tire sealant air pressure is getting low and . One of the road tires has been needs to be inflated to the proper available through your dealer or replaced with the spare tire, pressure. included in the vehicle. if the vehicle has one. The spare The Tire and Loading Information Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits tire does not have a TPMS label shows the size of the original use a GM approved liquid tire sensor. The malfunction light equipment tires and the correct sealant. Using non-approved tire and the DIC message should go inflation pressure for the tires when sealants could damage the TPMS off after the road tire is replaced they are cold. See Vehicle Load sensors. See Tire Sealant and and the sensor matching Compressor Kit on page 10 83 for process is performed Limits on page 9‑10, for an example ‑ of the Tire and Loading Information information regarding the inflator kit successfully. See “TPMS Sensor label and its location. Also see Tire materials and instructions. Matching Process” later in this section. Pressure on page 10‑67. TPMS Malfunction Light and . The TPMS can warn about a low Message The TPMS sensor matching tire pressure condition but it does process was not done or not The TPMS will not function properly completed successfully after not replace normal tire if one or more of the TPMS sensors maintenance. See Tire Inspection rotating the tires. The are missing or inoperable. When the malfunction light and the DIC on page 10‑73, Tire Rotation on system detects a malfunction, the message should go off after page 10‑73 and Tires on low tire warning light flashes for successfully completing the page 10‑59. about one minute and then stays on Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (72,1)

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sensor matching process. See for service if the TPMS malfunction There are two minutes to match the “TPMS Sensor Matching light and DIC message comes on first tire/wheel position, and Process” later in this section. and stays on. five minutes overall to match all four tire/wheel positions. If it takes . One or more TPMS sensors are TPMS Sensor Matching longer, the matching process stops missing or damaged. The Process malfunction light and the DIC and must be restarted. message should go off when the Each TPMS sensor has a unique The TPMS matching process is: identification code. The identification TPMS sensors are installed and 1. Set the parking brake. the sensor matching process is code needs to be matched to a new performed successfully. See tire/wheel position after rotating the 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with your dealer for service. vehicle’s tires or replacing one or the engine off. more of the TPMS sensors. Also, . 3. Press the Remote Keyless Entry Replacement tires or wheels do the TPMS sensor matching process (RKE) transmitter's lock and not match the original equipment should be performed after replacing unlock buttons at the same time tires or wheels. Tires and wheels a spare tire with a road tire for approximately five seconds. other than those recommended containing the TPMS sensor. The The horn sounds twice to signal could prevent the TPMS from malfunction light and the DIC the receiver is in relearn mode functioning properly. See Buying message should go off at the next and Tire Learning Active New Tires on page 10‑76. ignition cycle. The sensors are message displays on the DIC . matched to the tire/wheel positions, Operating electronic devices or screen. being near facilities using radio using a TPMS relearn tool, in the wave frequencies similar to the following order: driver side front tire, 4. Start with the driver side TPMS could cause the TPMS passenger side front tire, passenger front tire. sensors to malfunction. side rear tire, and driver side rear. 5. Place the relearn tool against See your dealer for service or to If the TPMS is not functioning the tire sidewall, near the valve purchase a relearn tool. properly, it cannot detect or signal a stem. Then press the button to low tire condition. See your dealer activate the TPMS sensor. A horn chirp confirms that the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (73,1)

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sensor identification code has Tire Inspection . The tire has a puncture, cut, been matched to this tire and or other damage that cannot wheel position. We recommend that the tires, be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the 6. Proceed to the passenger side the size or location of the front tire, and repeat the vehicle has one, be inspected damage. procedure in Step 5. for signs of wear or damage at least once a month. 7. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Rotation rear tire, and repeat the Replace the tire if: If the vehicle has non-directional procedure in Step 5. . The indicators at three or tires, they should be rotated 8. Proceed to the driver side rear more places around the tire every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. See tire, and repeat the procedure in can be seen. Maintenance Schedule on Step 5. After hearing the page 11‑3. confirming horn chirp, for the . There is cord or fabric driver side rear tire, the horn showing through the tire's Tires are rotated to achieve a sounds two more times to signal rubber. uniform wear for all tires. The the tire learning mode is no first rotation is the most . The tread or sidewall is longer active. important. cracked, cut, or snagged 9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. deep enough to show cord or Anytime unusual wear is 10. Set all four tires to the fabric. noticed, rotate the tires as soon recommended air pressure as possible and check for . The tire has a bump, bulge, level as indicated on the tire damaged tires or wheels. and loading information label. or split. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (74,1)

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If the unusual wear continues after the rotation, check the wheel alignment. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10‑75 and Wheel Replacement on page 10‑80. Directional tires should not be rotated. Each tire and wheel should be used only in the position it is in. Directional tires will have an arrow on the tire indicating the proper direction of Use this rotation pattern if the Use this rotation pattern when rotation or will have “left” or vehicle has different size tires rotating tires of the same size “right” molded on the sidewall. on the front and rear and they installed on all four wheel are non-directional. positions. Different tire sizes should not be If the vehicle has a compact rotated front to rear. spare tire, do not include it in the tire rotation. Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (75,1)

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See Tire Pressure on WARNING (CONTINUED) page 10‑67 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. towel can be used; however, use Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor a scraper or wire brush later to System. See Tire Pressure remove all rust or dirt. Monitor Operation on page 10‑70. Lightly coat the center of the Check that all wheel nuts are wheel hub with wheel bearing properly tightened. See “Wheel grease after a wheel change or Nut Torque” under Capacities tire rotation to prevent corrosion and Specifications on or rust build-up. Do not get Treadwear indicators are one way to page 12‑2. grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the tell when it is time for new tires. wheel nuts or bolts. Treadwear indicators appear when { WARNING the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or less of tread remaining. See Tire Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the When It Is Time for New Inspection on page 10‑73 and Tire parts to which it is fastened, can Tires Rotation on page 10‑73. make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come Factors such as maintenance, The rubber in tires ages over off and cause an accident. When temperatures, driving speeds, time. This also applies to the changing a wheel, remove any vehicle loading, and road conditions spare tire, if the vehicle has one, affect the wear rate of the tires. rust or dirt from places where the even if it is never used. Multiple factors including temperatures, wheel attaches to the vehicle. In loading conditions, and inflation an emergency, a cloth or a paper pressure maintenance affect (Continued) how fast aging takes place. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (76,1)

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GM recommends that tires, at least a month, remove the tires or number is molded onto the tire's including the spare if equipped, be raise the vehicle to reduce the sidewall near the tire size. If the replaced after six years, regardless weight from the tires. tires have an all-season tread of tread wear. The tire manufacturer design, the TPC Spec number date is the last four digits of the Buying New Tires will be followed by MS for mud DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) which is molded into one side GM has developed and matched and snow. See Tire Sidewall of the tire sidewall. The first two specific tires for the vehicle. The Labeling on page 10‑61, for digits represent the week (01–52) original equipment tires installed additional information. and the last two digits, the year. For were designed to meet General GM recommends replacing worn example, the third week of the year Motors Tire Performance Criteria tires in complete sets of four. 2010 would have a four-digit DOT Specification (TPC Spec) Uniform tread depth on all tires date of 0310. system rating. When will help to maintain the Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, performance of the vehicle. GM strongly recommends Braking and handling Tires age when stored normally buying tires with the same TPC mounted on a parked vehicle. Park performance may be adversely a vehicle that will be stored for at Spec rating. affected if all the tires are not least a month in a cool, dry, clean GM's exclusive TPC Spec replaced at the same time. area away from direct sunlight to system considers over a dozen If proper rotation and slow aging. This area should be free critical specifications that impact maintenance have been done, of grease, gasoline, or other the overall performance of the all four tires should wear out at substances that can deteriorate about the same time. See Tire rubber. vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, Rotation on page 10‑73 for Parking for an extended period can traction control, and tire information on proper tire cause flat spots on the tires that pressure monitoring rotation. However, if it is may result in vibrations while performance. GM's TPC Spec driving. When storing a vehicle for Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (77,1)

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necessary to replace only one If the vehicle tires must be axle set of worn tires, place the { WARNING replaced with a tire that does not new tires on the rear axle. Mixing tires of different sizes have a TPC Spec number, make Winter tires with the same speed (other than those originally sure they are the same size, rating as the original equipment installed on the vehicle), brands, load range, speed rating, and tires may not be available for H, or types may cause loss of construction (radial) as the V, W, and ZR speed rated tires. control of the vehicle, resulting in original tires. Never exceed the winter tire's a crash or other vehicle damage. Vehicles that have a tire maximum speed capability when Use the correct size, brand, and pressure monitoring system using winter tires with a lower type of tire on all four wheels. could give an inaccurate speed rating. low-pressure warning if non-TPC Spec rated tires are installed. { WARNING { WARNING See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑70. Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the improper service. Attempting vehicle may cause the wheel The Tire and Loading to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks Information label indicates the could cause injury or death. after many miles of driving. original equipment tires on the Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits tire service center should suddenly and cause a crash. on page 9‑10, for the label mount or dismount the tires. Use only radial-ply tires with location and more information the wheels on the vehicle. about the Tire and Loading Information label. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (78,1)

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Different Size Tires and treadwear, traction, and WARNING (CONTINUED) Wheels temperature performance. This developed for the vehicle, and applies only to vehicles sold in If wheels or tires are installed that the United States. The grades are a different size than the original have them properly installed by a GM certified technician. are molded on the sidewalls of equipment wheels and tires, vehicle most passenger car tires. The performance, including its braking, Uniform Tire Quality Grading ride and handling characteristics, See Buying New Tires on (UTQG) system does not apply stability, and resistance to rollover page 10‑76 and Accessories and may be affected. If the vehicle has Modifications on page 10‑3. to deep tread, winter tires, electronic systems such as antilock compact spare tires, tires with brakes, rollover airbags, traction Uniform Tire Quality nominal rim diameters of control, and electronic stability Grading 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), control, the performance of these or to some limited-production systems can also be affected. Quality grades can be found tires. where applicable on the tire While the tires available on { WARNING sidewall between tread shoulder General Motors passenger cars and maximum section width. For and light trucks may vary with If different sized wheels are used, example: there may not be an acceptable respect to these grades, they level of performance and safety if Treadwear 200 Traction AA must also conform to federal tires not recommended for those Temperature A safety requirements and wheels are selected. This additional General Motors Tire increases the chance of a crash The following information relates to the system developed by the Performance Criteria (TPC) and serious injury. Only use GM standards. specific wheel and tire systems United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (Continued) (NHTSA), which grades tires by Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (79,1)

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All Passenger Car Tires Must Traction – AA, A, B, C conditions on a specified indoor Conform to Federal Safety The traction grades, from laboratory test wheel. Sustained Requirements In Addition To highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, high temperature can cause the These Grades. and C. Those grades represent material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and Treadwear the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under excessive temperature can lead The treadwear grade is a controlled conditions on to sudden tire failure. The grade comparative rating based on the specified government test C corresponds to a level of wear rate of the tire when tested surfaces of asphalt and performance which all under controlled conditions on a concrete. A tire marked C may passenger car tires must meet specified government test have poor traction performance. under the Federal Motor Safety course. For example, a tire Warning: The traction grade Standard No. 109. Grades B and graded 150 would wear one and assigned to this tire is based on A represent higher levels of one-half (1½) times as well on straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory the government course as a tire tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum graded 100. The relative acceleration, cornering, required by law. Warning: The performance of tires depends hydroplaning, or peak traction temperature grade for this tire is upon the actual conditions of characteristics. established for a tire that is their use, however, and may properly inflated and not depart significantly from the Temperature – A, B, C overloaded. Excessive speed, norm due to variations in driving The temperature grades are A underinflation, or excessive habits, service practices and (the highest), B, and C, loading, either separately or in differences in road representing the tire's resistance combination, can cause heat characteristics and climate. to the generation of heat and its buildup and possible tire failure. ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (80,1)

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Wheel Alignment and Tire Wheel Replacement { WARNING Balance Replace any wheel that is bent, The tires and wheels were aligned cracked, or badly rusted or Using the wrong replacement and balanced at the factory to corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel provide the longest tire life and best loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts can be dangerous. It could overall performance. Adjustments to wheel nuts should be replaced. affect the braking and handling of wheel alignment and tire balancing If the wheel leaks air, replace it. the vehicle. Tires can lose air, will not be necessary on a regular Some aluminum wheels can be and cause loss of control, causing basis. However, check the repaired. See your dealer if any of a crash. Always use the correct alignment if there is unusual tire these conditions exist. wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel wear or the vehicle is pulling to one Your dealer will know the kind of nuts for replacement. side or the other. If the vehicle is wheel that is needed. vibrating when driving on a smooth Each new wheel should have the Notice: The wrong wheel can road, the tires and wheels might same load-carrying capacity, also cause problems with bearing need to be rebalanced. See your diameter, width, offset, and be life, brake cooling, speedometer dealer for proper diagnosis. mounted the same way as the one it or odometer calibration, CTS-V models should only use replaces. headlamp aim, bumper height, adhesive wheel weights to balance vehicle ground clearance, and tire Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel the tires and wheels. or tire chain clearance to the nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor body and chassis. System (TPMS) sensors with new GM original equipment parts. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (81,1)

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Used Replacement Wheels If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING (CONTINUED) It is unusual for a tire to blow out { WARNING control and a crash. Use another while driving, especially if the tires type of traction device only if its are maintained properly. See Tires Replacing a wheel with a used manufacturer recommends it for on page 10 59. If air goes out of a one is dangerous. How it has ‑ the vehicle's tire size combination tire, it is much more likely to leak been used or how far it has been and road conditions. Follow that out slowly. But if there is ever a driven may be unknown. It could manufacturer's instructions. To blowout, here are a few tips about fail suddenly and cause a crash. avoid vehicle damage, drive what to expect and what to do: When replacing wheels, use a slowly and readjust or remove the new GM original equipment If a front tire fails, the flat tire traction device if it contacts the wheel. creates a drag that pulls the vehicle vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. toward that side. Take your foot off If traction devices are used, install the accelerator pedal and grip the Tire Chains them on the rear tires. steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then { WARNING gently brake to a stop, well off the road, if possible. Do not use tire chains. There is A rear blowout, particularly on a not enough clearance. Tire chains curve, acts much like a skid and used on a vehicle without the may require the same correction as proper amount of clearance can used in a skid. Stop pressing the cause damage to the brakes, accelerator pedal and steer to suspension, or other vehicle straighten the vehicle. It may be parts. The area damaged by the very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake tire chains could cause loss of to a stop, well off the road, if possible. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (82,1)

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{ WARNING WARNING (CONTINUED) { WARNING

Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for Changing a tire can be permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could dangerous. The vehicle can slip Re-inflating a tire after it has been be badly injured or killed if the off the jack and roll over or fall driven on while severely vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack causing injury or death. Find a underinflated or flat may cause a is provided with the vehicle, only level place to change the tire. To blowout and a serious crash. use it for changing a flat tire. help prevent the vehicle from Never attempt to re-inflate a tire moving: that has been driven on while If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 1. Set the parking brake firmly. severely underinflated or flat. and wheel damage by driving slowly Have your dealer or an authorized 2. Put an automatic to a level place, well off the road, transmission in P (Park) or a tire service center repair or if possible. Turn on the hazard replace the flat tire as soon as manual transmission in warning flashers. See Hazard 1 (First) or R (Reverse). possible. Warning Flashers on page 6‑5. 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. { WARNING 4. Do not allow passengers to Lifting a vehicle and getting under remain in the vehicle. it to do maintenance or repairs is 5. Place wheel blocks on both dangerous without the sides of the tire at the appropriate safety equipment and opposite corner of the tire training. If a jack is provided with being changed. the vehicle, it is designed only for (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (83,1)

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This vehicle may come with a jack The following information explains and spare tire or a tire sealant and how to repair or change a tire. { WARNING compressor kit. To use the jacking equipment to change a spare tire Tire Sealant and Overinflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture and you or safely, follow the instructions below. Compressor Kit Then see Tire Changing on others could be injured. Be sure page 10‑93. To use the tire sealant to read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit, see Tire { WARNING and compressor kit instructions Sealant and Compressor Kit on and inflate the tire to its Idling a vehicle in an enclosed page 10‑83. recommended pressure. Do not area with poor ventilation is exceed the recommended When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), dangerous. Engine exhaust may pressure. use the following example as a enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust guide to assist you in the placement contains carbon monoxide (CO) of wheel blocks (1). which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness { WARNING and even death. Never run the engine in an enclosed area that Storing the tire sealant and has no fresh air ventilation. For compressor kit or other more information, see Engine equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could Exhaust on page 9‑24. cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store the tire 1. Wheel Block sealant and compressor kit in its original location. 2. Flat Tire Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (84,1)

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If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: 2. On/Off Button compressor kit, there may not be a 3. Pressure Gauge spare tire or tire changing equipment, and on some vehicles 4. Pressure Deflation Button there may not be a place to store 5. Tire Sealant Canister a tire. 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal 7. Air Only Hose (Black) punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in 8. Power Plug the tread area of the tire. It can also be used to inflate an Tire Sealant underinflated tire. Read and follow the safe handling If the tire has been separated from instructions on the label adhered to the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, the sealant canister. or has a large puncture, the tire is Check the tire sealant expiration too severely damaged for the tire date on the sealant canister. The sealant and compressor kit to be sealant canister should be replaced effective. See Roadside Service before its expiration date. (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Replacement sealant canisters are Roadside Service (Mexico) on available at your local dealer. See page 13‑9. “Removal and Installation of the Read and follow all of the tire Sealant Canister” following. sealant and compressor kit There is only enough sealant to seal instructions. one tire. After usage, the sealant canister and sealant/air hose 1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Air Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (85,1)

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assembly must be replaced. See 3. Pressure Gauge “Removal and Installation of the 4. Pressure Deflation Button Sealant Canister” following. 5. Tire Sealant Canister Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) Seal and Inflate a 7. Air Only Hose (Black) Punctured Tire 8. Power Plug Follow the directions closely for When using the tire sealant and correct sealant usage. compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes. This will help to inflate the tire faster. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑5. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑81 for other important safety warnings. Do not remove any objects that 1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or have penetrated the tire. Air Only) 2. On/Off Button Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (86,1)

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1. Remove the tire sealant and 6. Plug the power plug (8) into the 9. Press the on/off button (2) to compressor kit from its storage accessory power outlet in the turn the tire sealant and location. See Storing the Tire vehicle. Unplug all items from compressor kit on. Sealant and Compressor Kit other accessory power outlets. The compressor will inject (Coupe) on page 10‑91 or See Power Outlets on page 5‑9. sealant and air into the tire. Storing the Tire Sealant and If the vehicle has an accessory Compressor Kit (Wagon) on The pressure gauge (3) will power outlet, do not use the initially show a high pressure page 10‑91 or Storing the Tire cigarette lighter. Sealant and Compressor Kit while the compressor pushes the (Sedan) on page 10‑92. If the vehicle only has a cigarette sealant into the tire. Once the lighter, use the cigarette lighter. sealant is completely dispersed 2. Unwrap the sealant/air hose (6) into the tire, the pressure will and the power plug (8). Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window. quickly drop and start to rise 3. Place the kit on the ground. again as the tire inflates with 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle air only. Make sure the tire valve stem is must be running while using the positioned close to the ground air compressor. 10. Inflate the tire to the so the hose will reach it. recommended inflation 8. Press and turn the selector 4. Remove the valve stem cap from pressure using the pressure switch (1) counterclockwise to gauge (3). The recommended the flat tire by turning it the Sealant + Air position. counterclockwise. inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (6) Information label. See Tire onto the tire valve stem. Turn it Pressure on page 10‑67. clockwise until it is tight. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (87,1)

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The pressure gauge (3) may The tire is not sealed and will read higher than the actual tire continue to leak air until the pressure while the compressor vehicle is driven and the is on. Turn the compressor off sealant is distributed in the tire, to get an accurate pressure therefore, Steps 12–18 must be reading. The compressor may done immediately after be turned on/off until the Step 11. 16. If the flat tire was able to inflate correct pressure is reached. Be careful while handling the to the recommended inflation Notice: If the recommended tire sealant and compressor kit pressure, remove the pressure cannot be reached after as it could be warm after maximum speed label from the approximately 25 minutes, the usage. sealant canister (5) and place it in a highly visible location. Do vehicle should not be driven 12. Unplug the power plug (8) from not exceed the speed on this farther. The tire is too severely the accessory power outlet in label until the damaged tire is damaged and the tire sealant and the vehicle. compressor kit cannot inflate the repaired or replaced. 13. Turn the sealant/air hose (6) tire. Remove the power plug from 17. Return the equipment to its counterclockwise to remove it the accessory power outlet and original storage location in the from the tire valve stem. unscrew the inflating hose from vehicle. the tire valve. See Roadside 14. Replace the tire valve 18. Immediately drive the vehicle Service (U.S. and Canada) on stem cap. page 13‑7 or Roadside Service 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the (Mexico) on page 13‑9. 15. Replace the sealant/air hose sealant in the tire. (6), and the power plug (8) 11. Press the on/off button (2) to back in their original location. turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (88,1)

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19. Stop at a safe location and 21. Dispose of the used sealant check the tire pressure. Refer canister (5) and sealant/air to Steps 1–11 under “Using the hose (6) assembly at a local Tire Sealant and Compressor dealer or in accordance with Kit without Sealant to Inflate a local state codes and practices. Tire (Not Punctured).” 22. Replace with a new canister If the tire pressure has fallen assembly available from your more than 68 kPa (10 psi) dealer. below the recommended 23. After temporarily sealing the inflation pressure, stop driving tire using the tire sealant and the vehicle. The tire is too compressor kit, take the severely damaged and the tire vehicle to an authorized dealer sealant cannot seal the tire. within 161 km (100 mi) of See Roadside Service (U.S. driving to have the tire repaired and Canada) on page 13‑7 or or replaced. Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13‑9. Using the Tire Sealant and If the tire pressure has not Compressor Kit without dropped more than 68 kPa Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not (10 psi) from the recommended Punctured) inflation pressure, inflate the To use the air compressor to tire to the recommended inflate a tire with air only and not inflation pressure. sealant: 20. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, tire, and vehicle. 1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Air Only) 2. On/Off Button Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (89,1)

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3. Pressure Gauge 2. Unwrap the air only hose (7) and Do not pinch the power plug 4. Pressure Deflation Button the power plug (8). cord in the door or window. 5. Tire Sealant Canister 3. Place the kit on the ground. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground air compressor. 7. Air Only Hose (Black) so the hose will reach it. 8. Press and turn the selector 8. Power Plug 4. Remove the tire valve stem cap switch (1) clockwise to the Air Only position. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire from the flat tire by turning it and wheel damage by driving slowly counterclockwise. 9. Press the on/off button (2) to to a level place. Turn on the hazard 5. Attach the air only hose (7) onto turn the compressor on. warning flashers. See Hazard the tire valve stem by turning it The compressor will inflate the Warning Flashers on page 6‑5. clockwise until it is tight. tire with air only. See If a Tire Goes Flat on 6. Plug the power plug (8) into the 10. Inflate the tire to the page 10‑81 for other important accessory power outlet in the recommended inflation safety warnings. vehicle. Unplug all items from pressure using the pressure 1. Remove the tire sealant and other accessory power outlets. gauge (3). The recommended compressor kit from its storage See Power Outlets on page 5‑9. inflation pressure can be found location. See Storing the Tire If the vehicle has an accessory on the Tire and Loading Sealant and Compressor Kit power outlet, do not use the Information label. See Tire (Coupe) on page 10‑91 or cigarette lighter. Pressure on page 10‑67. Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (Wagon) on If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use the cigarette lighter. page 10‑91 or Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (Sedan) on page 10‑92. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (90,1)

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The pressure gauge (3) may 12. Unplug the power plug (8) from The tire sealant and compressor kit read higher than the actual tire the accessory power outlet in has an accessory adapter located in pressure while the compressor the vehicle. a compartment on the bottom of its is on. Turn the compressor off 13. Disconnect the air only hose housing that may be used to inflate to get an accurate reading. The (7) from the tire valve stem, by air mattresses, balls, etc. compressor may be turned on/ turning it counterclockwise, and Removal and Installation of the off until the correct pressure is replace the tire valve stem cap. reached. Sealant Canister 14. Replace the air only hose (7) To remove the sealant canister: If you inflate the tire higher and the power plug (8) and than the recommended cord back in its original 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. pressure you can adjust the location. excess pressure by pressing 2. Press the canister release the pressure deflation 15. Place the equipment in the button. button (4) until the proper original storage location in the 3. Pull up and remove the canister. pressure reading is reached. vehicle. 4. Replace with a new canister This option is only functional which is available from your when using the air only dealer. hose (7). 5. Push the new canister into 11. Press the on/off button (2) to place. turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off. Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (91,1)

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Storing the Tire Sealant Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit and Compressor Kit (Coupe) (Wagon) The tire sealant and compressor kit The tire sealant and compressor kit is in the trunk in one of the following is in the rear of the vehicle. locations. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2‑17.

2. Remove the retainer that holds the tire sealant and compressor kit in place. 3. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from the foam container. To store the tire sealant and 1. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit compressor kit, reverse the steps. 2. Foam Container 3. Subwoofer (Optional) 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2‑18. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (92,1)

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2. Pull up on the tire sealant and Storing the Tire Sealant compressor kit (1) to remove it from the foam container (2). and Compressor Kit (Sedan) It is not necessary to remove the subwoofer (3) to access the tire The tire sealant and compressor kit sealant and compressor kit; is in the trunk in one of the following however, if you want to remove it locations. see Tire Changing on page 10‑93 for instructions. To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps. 1. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 2. Foam Container 3. Wing Nut 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2‑17. 2. Locate the tire sealant and compressor kit (1) in the center of the cargo area. 3. Remove the wing nut (3) that holds the tire sealant and compressor kit (1) in place. 4. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit (1) from the foam container (2). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (93,1)

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To store the tire sealant and 5. Extension (If Equipped) Removing the Spare Tire and compressor kit, reverse the steps. 6. Strap Tools (Wagon) Tire Changing To access the spare tire and jacking equipment: Removing the Spare Tire and 1. Remove the spare tire cover. Tools (Sedan) 2. Remove the foam cover, if equipped. 3. Remove the stow rod cap by pulling it straight up off of the rod. 4. Turn the wing nut (1) on the compact spare tire (2) counterclockwise to remove. 5. Remove the spare tire and place it next to the flat tire. 6. The tools you will be using next Sedan include the jack (3), wheel wrench (4), and extension (5), 1. Wing Nut if the vehicle has one. 2. Spare Tire 3. Jack 4. Wheel Wrench Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (94,1)

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1. Wing Nut 4. Remove the jack (3), wheel 3. Slide the jack (3) forward to 2. Spare Tire wrench (5), and extension (6), remove it from the floor storage if the vehicle has one. bracket. 3. Jack To remove the jack: Removing the Flat Tire and 4. Subwoofer (If Equipped) Installing the Spare Tire 5. Wheel Wrench (Two-Piece 1. Do a safety check before Shown, Three-Piece Similar) proceeding. See If a Tire Goes 6. Extension (If Equipped) Flat on page 10‑81 7. Cable To access the spare tire and jacking equipment: 1. Remove the spare tire cover. 2. Remove the subwoofer (4), if the vehicle has one. To remove the subwoofer: 1. Retainer Nut 2.1. Turn the nut (1) 2. Jack Stowage Bracket counterclockwise to remove. 3. Jack 2.2. Disconnect the 1. Turn the retainer nut (1) connector wire. counterclockwise to remove. 2. Use the wrench to loosen all of the wheel nuts. Do not remove 2.3. Pull the subwoofer (4) up to 2. Remove the jack stowage them yet. remove it from the stow rod. bracket (2). 3. Remove the spare tire (2) and place it next to the flat tire. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (95,1)

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Notice: If you position the jack { WARNING under the rocker molding and attempt to raise the vehicle, you Lifting a vehicle and getting under could break the molding and/or it to do maintenance or repairs is cause other damage to your dangerous without the vehicle. Always position the jack appropriate safety equipment and so that when the jack head is training. If a jack is provided with raised, it will fit firmly in the notch the vehicle, it is designed only for located inboard from the rocker changing a flat tire. If it is used for molding. anything else, you or others could 4. If you have a coin/pierce jack, be badly injured or killed if the attach the jack handle extension vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack 3. Find the jacking location using to the jack by sliding the hook is provided with the vehicle, only the diagram above, and the through the end of the jack and corresponding V-shaped locating use it for changing a flat tire. insert the other end of the jack notches in the plastic molding. handle into the wrench. If you have a hex head jack, { WARNING { WARNING place the hex tube end of the wrench over the hex head of Getting under a vehicle when it is Raising the vehicle with the jack the jack. lifted on a jack is dangerous. improperly positioned can If the vehicle slips off the jack, damage the vehicle and even you could be badly injured or make the vehicle fall. To help killed. Never get under a vehicle avoid personal injury and vehicle when it is supported only by damage, be sure to fit the jack lift a jack. head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (96,1)

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Coin/Pierce Jack and Wrench

6. Raise the jack by turning the 9. Remove all of the wheel nuts wheel wrench clockwise until the and the flat tire. slots in the jack head fit into the metal flange located behind the { WARNING V-shaped locating notches on the plastic molding as shown. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the 7. Put the compact spare tire parts to which it is fastened, can near you. make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come 8. Raise the vehicle by turning the off and cause an accident. When wheel wrench clockwise. Raise Hex Head Jack and Wrench changing a wheel, remove any the vehicle far enough off the rust or dirt from places where the 5. Turn the wheel wrench ground for the compact spare counterclockwise to lower the tire to fit under the vehicle. wheel attaches to the vehicle. In jack lift head until the jack fits an emergency, a cloth or a paper under the vehicle. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (97,1)

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14. Lower the vehicle by turning WARNING (CONTINUED) the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the towel can be used; however, use jack completely. a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. { WARNING

Wheel nuts that are improperly or { WARNING incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or Never use oil or grease on bolts come off. The wheel nuts should or nuts because the nuts might be tightened with a torque wrench come loose. The vehicle's wheel 10. Remove any rust or dirt from to the proper torque specification could fall off, causing a crash. the wheel bolts, mounting after replacing. Follow the torque surfaces, and spare wheel. specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when 11. Install the spare tire. using accessory locking wheel 12. Put the wheel nuts back on nuts. See Capacities and with the rounded end of the Specifications on page 12‑2 for nuts toward the wheel. original equipment wheel nut 13. Tighten each wheel nut by torque specifications. turning it clockwise with your hand until the wheel is held against the hub. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (98,1)

10-98 Vehicle Care

Notice: Improperly tightened Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Storing the Flat Tire with a Flat wheel nuts can lead to brake and Tools Load Floor (Sedan) pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, { WARNING evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the Storing a jack, a tire, or other proper torque specification. See equipment in the passenger Capacities and Specifications on compartment of the vehicle could page 12‑2 for the wheel nut cause injury. In a sudden stop or torque specification. collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

1. Cargo Tie-Down 2. Hook 3. Loop 1. Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on. 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as 2. Put the flat tire in the tire storage shown. bag, if there is one. 3. Place the tire, lying flat, in the rear storage compartment. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (99,1)

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4. Route the loop end of the 9. Slide the buckle to tighten the 1. Return all tools as they were strap (3) through one of the cargo tie-down strap. stored in the rear storage cargo tie-downs (1) in the rear of compartment and put the the vehicle. Storing the Flat Tire with a Flat compartment cover on. Load Floor (Wagon) 5. Route the hook (2) through the 2. Put the flat tire in the tire storage loop (3). bag, if there is one. 6. Pull the strap to tighten it around 3. Place the tire, lying flat, in the the cargo tie-down (1). rear storage compartment. 4. Route one of the hooks (1), at the end of the cable provided, through the liftgate striker (2). 5. Slide both D-rings (5) on each side of the vehicle as far rearward as they will go. 6. Route one hook (1) under the wheel spoke (3) and place the 1. Hook hook into the slot in the cargo 2. Liftgate Striker rail on the driver side of the vehicle. 3. Wheel Spoke 7. Slide the D-ring (5) on that side 7. Route the hook end of the strap 4. Wheel Spoke forward to engage the hook. through the wheel. 5. D-rings 8. Route the other hook under the 8. Attach the hook to the cargo wheel spoke (4) and place the tie-down in the rear of the hook into the slot in the cargo vehicle. rail on the passenger side of the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (100,1)

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9. Slide the D-ring (5) on that side Stop as soon as possible and check Do not mix the compact spare tire or forward to engage the hook. that the spare tire is correctly wheel with other wheels or tires. inflated after being installed on the They will not fit. Keep the spare tire Storing the Compact Spare vehicle. The compact spare tire is and its wheel together. Tire and Tools designed for temporary use only. Notice: Tire chains will not fit the Reverse the instructions for The vehicle will perform differently compact spare. Using them can removing the spare tire and tools to with the spare tire installed and it is damage the vehicle and the store the compact spare tire. recommended that the vehicle chains. Do not use tire chains on speed be limited to 80 km/h the compact spare. Compact Spare Tire (50 mph). To conserve the tread of the spare tire, have the standard tire repaired or replaced as soon as { WARNING convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area. Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could Notice: When the compact spare result in loss of braking and is installed, do not take the handling. This could lead to a vehicle through an automatic car crash and you or others could be wash with guide rails. The injured. Use only one compact compact spare can get caught on spare tire at a time. the rails which can damage the tire, wheel, and other parts of the vehicle. If this vehicle has a compact spare Do not use the compact spare on tire, it was fully inflated when new; other vehicles. however, it can lose air over time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 420 kPa (60 psi). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (101,1)

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Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps 2. Get the vehicles close enough could result in costly damage to so the jumper cables can reach, For more information about the the vehicle that would not be but be sure the vehicles are not vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty. touching each other. If they are, page 10 27. ‑ Trying to start the vehicle by it could cause a ground If the vehicle battery has run down, pushing or pulling it will not connection you do not want. You you may want to use another work, and it could damage the would not be able to start your vehicle and some jumper cables to vehicle. vehicle and the bad grounding start your vehicle. Be sure to use could damage the electrical 1. Check the other vehicle. It must the following steps to do it safely. systems. have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. To avoid the possibility of the { WARNING vehicles rolling, set the parking Notice: Only use a vehicle that brake firmly on both vehicles Batteries can hurt you. They can has a 12-volt system with a involved in the jump start be dangerous because: negative ground for jump procedure. Put an automatic starting. If the other vehicle does transmission in P (Park) or a . They contain acid that can not have a 12-volt system with a manual transmission in Neutral burn you. negative ground, both vehicles before setting the parking brake. . They contain gas that can can be damaged. Notice: If any accessories are left explode or ignite. on or plugged in during the jump . They contain enough starting procedure, they could be electricity to burn you. damaged. The repairs would not If you do not follow these steps be covered by the vehicle warranty. Whenever possible, exactly, some or all of these turn off or unplug all accessories things can hurt you. on either vehicle when jump starting the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (102,1)

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3. Turn off the ignition on both the negative cable to your vehicles. Unplug unnecessary vehicle's remote negative ground accessories plugged into the location, instead of the ECM, ECM cigarette lighter or the accessory bracket, or any cables attached to power outlets. Turn off the radio the ECM bracket. and all lamps that are not needed. This will avoid sparks { WARNING and help save both batteries. And it could save the radio! An electric fan can start up even 4. Open the hoods and locate the when the engine is not running positive (+) and negative (−) and can injure you. Keep hands, terminal locations or the remote clothing and tools away from any positive (+) and remote Your vehicle has a remote underhood electric fan. negative (−) terminals of the negative (−) ground location, as other vehicle. Then locate the shown in the illustration. It is on remote positive (+) location on the left side of the engine { WARNING your vehicle. See Engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on Compartment Overview on Using an open flame near a page 10 6 for locations of the ‑ page 10‑6. You should always battery can cause battery gas to terminals. use this remote ground location, explode. People have been hurt instead of the terminal on the doing this, and some have been battery. blinded. Use a flashlight if you Notice: If you connect a negative need more light. cable to the Engine Control (Continued) Module (ECM), ECM mounting bracket, or any cables that attach to the ECM bracket, you may damage the ECM. Always attach Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (103,1)

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5. Check that the jumper cables do WARNING (CONTINUED) not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could Be sure the battery has enough get a shock. The vehicles could water. You do not need to add be damaged too. water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery Before you connect the cables, has filler caps, be sure the right here are some basic things you amount of fluid is there. If it is low, should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) or to a remote add water to take care of that positive (+) terminal if the vehicle first. If you do not, explosive gas has one. Negative (−) will go to a could be present. heavy, unpainted metal engine Battery fluid contains acid that part or to a remote negative (−) 6. Connect the red positive (+) can burn you. Do not get it on terminal if the vehicle has one. cable to the positive (+) terminal you. If you accidentally get it in Do not connect positive (+) to of the dead battery. Use a your eyes or on your skin, flush negative (−) or you will get a remote positive (+) terminal if the the place with water and get short that would damage the vehicle has one. medical help immediately. battery and maybe other parts 7. Do not let the other end touch too. And do not connect the metal. Connect it to the negative (−) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the good negative (−) terminal on the dead { WARNING battery. Use a remote battery because this can cause positive (+) terminal if the vehicle sparks. Fans or other moving engine has one. parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (104,1)

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8. Now connect the black 9. Connect the other end of the Notice: If the jumper cables are negative (−) cable to the negative (−) cable at least 45 cm connected or removed in the negative terminal of the good (18 in) away from the dead wrong order, electrical shorting battery. Use a remote battery, but not near engine may occur and damage the negative (−) terminal if the parts that move. The electrical vehicle. The repairs would not be vehicle has one. connection is just as good there, covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not let the other end touch and the chance of sparks getting Always connect and remove the anything until the next step. The back to the battery is much less. jumper cables in the correct other end of the negative (−) Use a remote negative (−) order, making sure that the cable does not go to the dead terminal if the vehicle has one. cables do not touch each other or battery. It goes to a heavy, Your vehicle's remote other metal. unpainted metal engine part or negative (−) ground location is Jumper Cable Removal to a remote negative (−) terminal for this purpose. on the vehicle with the dead Reverse the sequence exactly when 10. Now start the vehicle with the removing the jumper cables. battery. good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (105,1)

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Recreational Vehicle . What is the distance that will be Towing travelled? Some vehicles have Towing restrictions on how far and how Towing the Vehicle Recreational vehicle towing means long they can tow. Notice: Incorrectly towing a towing the vehicle behind another . Is the proper towing equipment disabled vehicle may cause vehicle – such as behind a going to be used? See your damage. The damage would not motorhome. The two most common dealer or trailering professional be covered by the vehicle types of recreational vehicle towing for additional advice and warranty. are known as dinghy towing and equipment recommendations. dolly towing. Dinghy towing is Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed . towing the vehicle with all four Is the vehicle ready to be car carrier. A wheel lift tow truck wheels on the ground. Dolly towing towed? Just as preparing the could damage the vehicle. is towing the vehicle with two vehicle for a long trip, make sure Consult your dealer or a wheels on the ground and two the vehicle is prepared to be professional towing service if the wheels up on a device known as a towed. disabled vehicle must be towed. dolly. To tow the vehicle behind another Here are some important things to vehicle for recreational purposes, consider before recreational vehicle such as behind a motor home, see towing: Recreational Vehicle Towing in this “ ” . What is the towing capacity of section. the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (106,1)

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Dinghy Towing Notice: If the vehicle is towed Dolly Towing with all four wheels on the (Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If a rear-wheel-drive vehicle must be towed, a dolly or a trailer should be used. If an all-wheel-drive vehicle must be towed, a trailer should be used. See “Dolly Towing” following for more information. Use the following procedure to dolly tow a rear-wheel-drive vehicle from the rear: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Put the rear wheels on the dolly. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. See Parking Brake (Electric) on page 9‑33 or Parking Brake (Manual) on page 9‑33. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (107,1)

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4. Put the vehicle in P (Park) for an Appearance Care automatic transmission or in 1 (First) for a manual transmission. Exterior Care 5. Securely attach the vehicle Washing the Vehicle being towed to the dolly. To preserve the vehicle's finish, 6. Clamp the steering wheel in a wash it often and out of direct straight-ahead position with a sunlight. clamping device designed for Notice: Do not use towing. petroleum-based, acidic, 7. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. or abrasive cleaning agents as Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive they can damage the vehicle's Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the paint, metal, or plastic parts. Vehicles) ground, or even with only two of If damage occurs, it would not be its wheels on the ground, will covered by the vehicle's warranty. damage drivetrain components. Approved cleaning products can Do not tow an all-wheel-drive be obtained from your dealer. vehicle with any of its wheels on Follow all manufacturer the ground. directions regarding correct product usage, necessary safety All-wheel-drive vehicles can only be precautions, and appropriate towed with all four wheels on a disposal of any vehicle care trailer. product. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (108,1)

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Notice: Avoid using damage the vehicle's finish if they To keep the paint finish looking new, high-pressure washes closer than remain on painted surfaces. Wash keep the vehicle garaged or 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the the vehicle as soon as possible. covered whenever possible. vehicle. Use of power washers If necessary, use non-abrasive exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) cleaners that are marked safe for Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts can result in damage or removal painted surfaces to remove foreign of paint and decals. matter. Regularly clean bright metal parts with water or chrome polish on Rinse the vehicle well, before Occasional hand waxing or mild chrome or stainless steel trim, washing and after, to remove all polishing should be done to remove if necessary. cleaning agents completely. If they residue from the paint finish. See are allowed to dry on the surface, your dealer for approved cleaning For aluminum, never use auto or they could stain. products. chrome polish, steam, or caustic soap to clean. A coating of wax, Dry the finish with a soft, clean Do not apply waxes or polishes to rubbed to a high polish, is chamois or an all-cotton towel to uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, recommended for all bright metal avoid surface scratches and water decals, simulated wood, or flat paint parts. spotting. as damage can occur. Finish Care Notice: Machine compounding or Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ aggressive polishing on a Lenses and Emblems Application of aftermarket clearcoat basecoat/clearcoat paint finish Use only lukewarm or cold water, a sealant/wax materials is not may damage it. Use only recommended. If painted surfaces soft cloth, and a car washing soap non-abrasive waxes and polishes to clean exterior lamps, lenses and are damaged, see your dealer to that are made for a basecoat/ have the damage assessed and emblems. Follow instructions under clearcoat paint finish on the "Washing the Vehicle" in this repaired. Foreign materials such as vehicle. calcium chloride and other salts, ice section. melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (109,1)

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Windshield and Wiper Blades clean cloth. See Recommended Notice: Chrome wheels and other Fluids and Lubricants on chrome trim may be damaged if Clean the outside of the windshield page 11 13. the vehicle is not washed after with glass cleaner. ‑ driving on roads that have been Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires sprayed with magnesium, cloth or paper towel soaked with Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to calcium, or sodium chloride. windshield washer fluid or a mild clean the tires. These chlorides are used on detergent. Wash the windshield roads for conditions such as ice Notice: Using petroleum-based thoroughly when cleaning the and dust. Always wash the tire dressing products on the blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and chrome with soap and water after vehicle may damage the paint a buildup of vehicle wash/wax exposure. treatments may cause wiper finish and/or tires. When applying Notice: To avoid surface damage, streaking. a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted do not use strong soaps, Replace the wiper blades if they are surfaces on the vehicle. chemicals, abrasive polishes, worn or damaged. Damage can be cleaners, brushes, or cleaners caused by extreme dusty Wheels and Trim — Aluminum that contain acid on aluminum or conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, or Chrome chrome-plated wheels. Use only snow, and ice. Use a soft, clean cloth with mild approved cleaners. Also, never drive a vehicle with aluminum or Weatherstrips soap and water to clean the wheels. After rinsing thoroughly with clean chrome-plated wheels through an Apply silicone grease on water, dry with a soft, clean towel. automatic car wash that uses weatherstrips to make them last A wax may then be applied. silicone carbide tire cleaning longer, seal better, and not stick or brushes. Damage could occur squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips and the repairs would not be once a year. Black marks from covered by the vehicle warranty. rubber material on painted surfaces can be removed by rubbing with a Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (110,1)

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Steering, Suspension, and washing system can do this. If not Chemical Paint Spotting removed, rust and corrosion can Chassis Components Airborne pollutants can fall upon develop. Visually inspect the front and rear and attack painted vehicle surfaces suspension and steering system for Sheet Metal Damage causing blotchy, ring-shaped damaged, loose, or missing parts or discolorations, and small, irregular If the vehicle is damaged and signs of wear. Inspect the power dark spots etched into the paint requires sheet metal repair or steering for proper hook-up, binding, surface. replacement, make sure the body leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually repair shop applies anti-corrosion check constant velocity joints, material to parts repaired or Interior Care rubber boots, and axle seals for replaced to restore corrosion To prevent dirt particle abrasions, leaks. protection. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Body Component Lubrication Original manufacturer replacement Immediately remove any soils. Note parts will provide the corrosion that newspapers or dark garments Lubricate all key lock cylinders, that can transfer color to home hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty. furnishings can also permanently steel fuel door hinge unless the transfer color to the vehicle's components are plastic. Applying Finish Damage interior. silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them Quickly repair minor chips and Use a soft bristle brush to remove last longer, seal better, and not stick scratches with touch-up materials dust from knobs and crevices on the or squeak. available from your dealer to avoid instrument cluster. Using a mild corrosion. Larger areas of finish soap solution, immediately remove Underbody Maintenance damage can be corrected in your hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect Use plain water to flush dirt and dealer's body and paint shop. repellent from all interior surfaces or debris from the vehicle's underbody. permanent damage may result. Your dealer or an underbody car Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (111,1)

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Your dealer may have products for . Never use a brush with stiff Notice: To prevent scratching, cleaning the interior. Use cleaners bristles. never use abrasive cleaners on specifically designed for the . Never rub any surface automotive glass. Abrasive surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive cleaners or aggressive cleaning permanent damage. Apply all pressure. may damage the rear window cleaners directly to the cleaning defogger. . cloth. Do not spray cleaners directly Do not use laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with Notice: Cleaning the windshield on any switches or controls. with water during the first three to Cleaners should be removed degreasers. For liquid cleaners, use approximately 20 drops per six months of ownership will quickly. Never allow cleaners to reduce tendency to fog. remain on the surface being 3.78 L (1 gal) of water. cleaned for extended periods A concentrated soap solution will Speaker Covers of time. leave a residue that creates streaks and attracts dirt. Do not Vacuum around a speaker cover Cleaners may contain solvents that use solutions that contain strong gently, so that the speaker will not can become concentrated in the or caustic soap. be damaged. Clean spots with just interior. Before using cleaners, read . water and mild soap. and adhere to all safety instructions Do not heavily saturate the on the label. While cleaning the upholstery when cleaning. Coated Moldings interior, maintain adequate . Do not use solvents or cleaners Coated moldings should be cleaned. ventilation by opening the doors and containing solvents. . windows. When lightly soiled, wipe with a Interior Glass sponge or soft lint-free cloth To prevent damage, do not clean dampened with water. the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric . cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. Wipe droplets When heavily soiled, use warm left behind with a clean dry cloth. soapy water. . Never use a razor or any other Commercial glass cleaners may be sharp object to remove a soil used, if necessary, after cleaning from any interior surface. the interior glass with plain water. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (112,1)

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Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface and Vehicle Information and center. Fold the cleaning cloth to using a soft brush attachment. If a Radio Displays a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being prevent forcing the soil in to the For vehicles with high gloss used during vacuuming, only use it fabric. surfaces or vehicle displays, use a on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. gently remove as much of the soil 4. Continue gently rubbing the Before wiping the surface with the as possible using one of the soiled area until there is no microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle following techniques: longer any color transfer from brush to remove dirt that could the soil to the cleaning cloth. . Gently blot liquids with a paper scratch the surface. Then use the towel. Continue blotting until no 5. If the soil is not completely microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to more soil can be removed. removed, use a mild soap clean. Never use window cleaners solution followed only by club or solvents. Periodically hand wash . For solid soils, remove as much soda or plain water. the microfiber cloth separately, as possible prior to vacuuming. using mild soap. Do not use bleach If the soil is not completely To clean: or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly removed, it may be necessary to and air dry before next use. 1. Saturate a clean lint-free use a commercial upholstery colorfast cloth with water or club cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small Instrument Panel, Leather, soda. Microfiber cloth is hidden area for colorfastness before Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces recommended to prevent lint using a commercial upholstery transfer to the fabric or carpet. cleaner or spot lifter. If ring Use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with water to remove 2. Remove excess moisture by formation occurs, clean the entire fabric or carpet. dust and loose dirt. For a more gently wringing until water does thorough cleaning, use a soft not drip from the cleaning cloth. Following the cleaning process, a microfiber cloth dampened with a paper towel can be used to blot mild soap solution. excess moisture. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (113,1)

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Notice: Soaking or saturating Notice: Use of air fresheners may Care of Safety Belts leather, especially perforated cause permanent damage to Keep belts clean and dry. leather, as well as other interior plastics and painted surfaces. surfaces, may cause permanent If an air freshener comes in damage. Wipe excess moisture contact with any plastic or { WARNING from these surfaces after painted surface in the vehicle, cleaning and allow them to dry blot immediately and clean with a Do not bleach or dye safety belts. naturally. Never use heat, steam, soft cloth dampened with a mild It may severely weaken them. In spot lifters, or spot removers. Do soap solution. Damage caused by a crash, they might not be able to not use cleaners that contain air fresheners would not be provide adequate protection. silicone or wax-based products. covered by the vehicle warranty. Clean safety belts only with mild Cleaners containing these soap and lukewarm water. solvents can permanently change Cargo Cover and the appearance and feel of leather Convenience Net or soft trim and are not Wash with warm water and mild recommended. detergent. Do not use chlorine Do not use cleaners that increase bleach. Rinse with cold water, and gloss, especially on the instrument then dry completely. panel. Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (114,1)

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Floor Mats replacing, it is recommended Removing and Replacing the that GM certified floor mats be Floor Mats purchased. Non-GM floor mats { WARNING may not fit properly and may If a floor mat is the wrong size or interfere with the pedals. Always check that the floor mats do not is not properly installed, it can interfere with the pedals. interfere with the pedals. Interference with the pedals can . Use the floor mat with the cause unintended acceleration correct side up. Do not turn and/or increased stopping it over. distance which can cause a crash . Do not place anything on top of and injury. Make sure the floor the driver side floor mat. mat does not interfere with the . Use only a single floor mat on pedals. the driver's side. . Do not place one floor mat on 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor Use the following guidelines for top of another. mat to unlock the retainer and proper floor mat usage. remove. The driver side floor mat is held in . The original equipment floor place by a button-type retainer. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mats were designed for your mat retainer opening over the vehicle. If the floor mats need carpet retainer and snap into position. 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-1

Service and Recommended Fluids, General Information Lubricants, and Parts Maintenance Recommended Fluids and Your vehicle is an important Lubricants ...... 11-13 investment. This section describes Maintenance Replacement the required maintenance for the General Information Parts ...... 11-15 vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information ...... 11-1 protect against major repair Maintenance Records expenses resulting from neglect or Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Records ...... 11-17 inadequate maintenance. It may Maintenance also help to maintain the value of Cadillac Premium Care the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Maintenance ...... 11-3 responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed. Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-3 Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required Special Application Services maintenance using genuine Special Application replacement parts. They have up‐to‐ Services ...... 11-9 date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics. Many Additional Maintenance dealers have extended evening and and Care Saturday hours, courtesy Additional Maintenance transportation, and online and Care ...... 11-10 scheduling to assist with service needs. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

11-2 Service and Maintenance

Your dealer recognizes the Because of the way people use . Frequently towing a trailer. importance of providing vehicles, maintenance needs vary. . Used for high speed or competitively priced maintenance There may need to be more competitive driving. and repair services. With trained frequent checks and services. The . Used for taxi, police, or delivery technicians, the dealer is the place Additional Required Services ‐ for routine maintenance such as oil Normal are for vehicles that: service. changes and tire rotations and . Carry passengers and cargo Refer to the information in the additional maintenance items like within recommended limits on Maintenance Schedule Additional tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper the Tire and Loading Information Required Services ‐ Severe chart. blades. label. See Vehicle Load Limits Notice: Damage caused by on page 9‑10. { WARNING improper maintenance can lead to . Are driven on reasonable road costly repairs and may not be Performing maintenance work can surfaces within legal driving be dangerous and can cause covered by the vehicle warranty. limits. Maintenance intervals, checks, serious injury. Perform inspections, recommended fluids, . Use the recommended fuel. See maintenance work only if the and lubricants are important to Recommended Fuel on required information, proper tools, keep the vehicle in good working page 9‑48. and equipment are available. condition. Refer to the information in the If they are not, see your dealer to The Tire Rotation and Required Maintenance Schedule Additional have a trained technician do the Services are the responsibility of the Required Services ‐ Normal chart. work. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 10‑4. vehicle owner. It is recommended to The Additional Required Services ‐ have your dealer perform these Severe are for vehicles that are: services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Proper vehicle maintenance helps to . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic keep the vehicle in good working in hot weather. condition, improves fuel economy, . Mainly driven in hilly or and reduces vehicle emissions. mountainous terrain. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-3

. Engine air cleaner filter Cadillac Premium replacement. Maintenance Care Maintenance . Passenger compartment air filter Schedule Your vehicle comes with the replacement. Owner Checks and Services Cadillac Premium Care . Multi‐point vehicle inspection Maintenance. It is a maintenance (MPVI) performed by a qualified At Each Fuel Stop program that covers select technician. . Check the engine oil level. See maintenance services during the Engine Oil on page 10‑10. first 4 years or 80 000 km Cadillac requires that all Cadillac (50,000 mi), whichever comes first. Premium Care Maintenance Once a Month services be performed by a Cadillac Cadillac Premium Care authorized service dealer. . Check the tire inflation Maintenance covers routine pressures. See Tire Pressure on maintenance services, when page 10‑67. scheduled in accordance with the . Inspect the tires for wear. See owner manual, including: Tire Inspection on page 10‑73. . Oil changes based on the . Check the windshield washer vehicle's oil life monitor system. fluid level. See Washer Fluid on . Tire rotation every 12 000 km page 10‑24. (7,500 mi). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

11-4 Service and Maintenance

Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required . Check tire inflation pressures. Services Every 12 000 km/ See Tire Pressure on When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL page 10‑67. SOON message displays, have the 7,500 mi . Inspect tire wear. See Tire engine oil and filter changed within Rotate the tires, if recommended for Inspection on page 10 73. the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven the vehicle, and perform the ‑ under the best conditions, the following services. See Tire . Visually check for fluid leaks. engine oil life system might not Rotation on page 10‑73. . Inspect engine air cleaner filter. indicate the need for vehicle service . See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on for more than a year. The engine oil Check engine oil level and oil page 10 15. and filter must be changed at least life percentage. If needed, ‑ once a year and the oil life system change engine oil and filter, and . Inspect brake system. reset oil life system. See Engine must be reset. Your trained dealer . Visually inspect steering, technician can perform this work. Oil on page 10‑10 and Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑12. suspension, and chassis If the engine oil life system is reset components for damaged, loose, accidentally, service the vehicle . Check engine coolant level. See or missing parts or signs of within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the Engine Coolant on page 10‑18. wear. See Exterior Care on last service. Reset the oil life . Check windshield washer fluid page 10‑107. system when the oil is changed. level. See Washer Fluid on See Engine Oil Life System on . Check restraint system page 10‑24. page 10‑12. components. See Safety System . Visually inspect windshield wiper Check on page 3‑18. blades for wear, cracking, . Visually inspect fuel system for or contamination. See Exterior damage or leaks. Care on page 10‑107. Replace worn or damaged wiper blades. See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10‑30. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-5

. Visually inspect exhaust system . Check ignition transmission lock. . Visually inspect gas strut for and nearby heat shields for See Ignition Transmission Lock signs of wear, cracks, or other loose or damaged parts. Check on page 10‑29. damage. Check the hold open ability of the strut. See your . Lubricate body components. See . Check parking brake and dealer if service is required. Exterior Care on page 10‑107. automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and . Check tire sealant expiration . Check starter switch. See Starter P (Park) Mechanism Check on date, if equipped. See Tire Switch Check on page 10‑28. page 10‑30. Sealant and Compressor Kit on . Check automatic transmission . page 10‑83. shift lock control function. See Check accelerator pedal for . Automatic Transmission Shift damage, high effort, or binding. Inspect sunroof track and seal, Lock Control Function Check on Replace if needed. if equipped. See Sunroof on page 2 30. page 10‑29. ‑ Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

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Service and Maintenance 11-7

Footnotes — Maintenance (3) Check all fuel and vapor lines (6) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. See Cooling System on Services — Normal routing, and condition. Check that page 10‑17. (1) Vehicles with different size front the purge valve, if the vehicle has (7) Or every 10 years, whichever and rear tires do not have tire one, works properly. Replace as comes first. rotation. See Tire Rotation on needed. (8) Inspect for fraying, excessive page 10 73. ‑ (4) Or every four years, whichever cracking, or damage; replace, (2) Or every two years, whichever comes first. if needed. comes first. More frequent (5) Do not directly power wash the (9) Or every two years, whichever replacement may be needed if the transfer case output seals. High comes first. vehicle is driven in areas with heavy pressure water can overcome the traffic, areas with poor air quality, seals and contaminate the transfer or areas with high dust levels. case fluid. Contaminated fluid will Replacement may also be needed if decrease the life of the transfer there is a reduction in air flow, case and should be replaced. excessive window fogging, or odors. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

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Service and Maintenance 11-9

Footnotes — Maintenance (5) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services — Severe pressure water can overcome the Services seals and contaminate the transfer (1) Vehicles with different size front . Severe Commercial Use case fluid. Contaminated fluid will and rear tires do not have tire Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis decrease the life of the transfer rotation. See Tire Rotation on components every 5 000 km/ case and should be replaced. page 10‑73. 3,000 mi. (6) Or every five years, whichever (2) Or every two years, whichever . Have underbody flushing service comes first. See Cooling System on comes first. More frequent performed once a year. replacement may be needed if the page 10‑17. vehicle is driven in areas with heavy (7) Or every 10 years, whichever traffic, areas with poor air quality, comes first. or areas with high dust levels. (8) Inspect for fraying, excessive Replacement may also be needed if cracking, or damage; replace, there is a reduction in air flow, if needed. excessive window fogging, or odors. (9) Or every two years, whichever (3) Check all fuel and vapor lines comes first. and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle has one, works properly. Replace as needed. (4) Or every four years, whichever comes first. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

11-10 Service and Maintenance

Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important . Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly . To avoid break‐down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing may help to avoid future costly start the vehicle, maintain a noises, or difficulty stopping. repairs. To maintain vehicle battery with full cranking power. performance, additional . Trained dealer technicians have maintenance services may be . Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment required. It is recommended that the diagnostic equipment to test to inspect the brakes and your dealer perform these services the battery and ensure that the recommend quality parts — their trained dealer technicians connections and cables are engineered for the vehicle. corrosion‐free. know your vehicle best. Your dealer Fluids can also perform a thorough Belts assessment with a multi‐point Proper fluid levels and approved inspection to recommend when your . Belts may need replacing if they fluids protect the vehicle’s systems vehicle may need attention. The squeak or show signs of and components. See following list is intended to explain cracking or splitting. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 for GM the services and conditions to look . Trained dealer technicians can ‑ for that may indicate services are inspect the belts and approved fluids. required. recommend replacement when . Engine oil and windshield necessary. washer fluid levels should be checked at every fuel fill. . Instrument cluster lights may come on to indicate that fluids may be low and need to be filled. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (11,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-11

Hoses Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control tread or sidewall; or a bulge or be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride. split in the tire. that there are no cracks or leaks. . Trained dealer technicians can . Signs of wear may include With a multi‐point inspection, your steering wheel vibration, bounce/ inspect and recommend the right dealer can inspect the hoses and sway while braking, longer tires. Your dealer can also advise if replacement is needed. stopping distance, or uneven provide tire/wheel balancing tire wear. services to ensure smooth Lamps vehicle operation at all speeds. Properly working headlamps, . As part of the multi‐point Your dealer sells and services taillamps, and brake lamps are inspection, trained dealer name brand tires. important to see and be seen on technicians can visually inspect the road. the shocks and struts for signs Vehicle Care of leaking, blown seals, To help keep the vehicle looking like . Signs that the headlamps need or damage, and can advise new, vehicle care products are attention include dimming, failure when service is needed. to light, cracking, or damage. available from your dealer. For The brake lamps need to be Tires information on how to clean and protect the vehicle’s interior and checked periodically to ensure Tires need to be properly inflated, that they light when braking. exterior, see Interior Care on rotated, and balanced. Maintaining page 10‑110 and Exterior Care on . With a multi‐point inspection, the tires can save money, fuel, and page 10‑107. your dealer can check the lamps can reduce the risk of tire failure. and note any concerns. . Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators; cord or fabric showing through the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (12,1)

11-12 Service and Maintenance

Wheel Alignment Windshield Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance. clean and clear. provide a clear view. . Signs that the alignment may . Signs of damage include . Signs of wear include streaking, need to be adjusted include scratches, cracks, and chips. skipping across the windshield, pulling, improper vehicle and worn or split rubber. . Trained dealer technicians can handling, or unusual tire wear. inspect the windshield and . Trained dealer technicians can . Your dealer has the required recommend proper replacement check the wiper blades and equipment to ensure proper if needed. replace them when needed. wheel alignment. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (13,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-13

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of Engine Oil the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10‑10. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. Engine Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10‑18. DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 88863461, in Hydraulic Brake System Canada 88863462). Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection Windshield Washer requirements. Hydraulic Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 89021184, in Canada 89021186). DOT 4 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 88958860, in Hydraulic Clutch System Canada 88901244). Manual Transmission (CTS) SAE 75W-90 GL5 Gear Oil (GM Part No. 88862475, in Canada 88862476). Manual Transmission (CTS-V) Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 88861800, in Canada 88861801). Automatic Transmission DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 88861950, in Canada 88861951). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (14,1)

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Usage Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Rear Drive Module Canada 89021678) meeting GM Specification 9986115. SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Rear Drive Module (Limited-Slip Canada 89021678) meeting GM Specification 9986115. With a complete Differential) drain and refill, add 118 ml (4 oz) of Limited-Slip Axle Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358, in Canada 992694) where required. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Chassis Lubrication lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Key Lock Cylinders Canada 10953474). Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hood and Door Hinges Canada 10953474). Power Liftgate Actuator Ball Joint Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674). Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (15,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-15

Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 3.0L V6 Engine 15875795 A3096C 3.6L V6 Engine 15875795 A3096C 6.2L V8 Engine 25898499 A3105C Engine Oil Filter 3.0L V6 Engine 25177917 PF2129 3.6L V6 Engine 25177917 PF2129 6.2L V8 Engine 89017524 PF48 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 19130403 CF133 Spark Plugs 3.0L V6 Engine 12622561 41-109 3.6L V6 Engine 12622561 41-109 6.2L V8 Engine 12571165 41-104 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (16,1)

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Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Wiper Blades — Except CTS-V Driver Side – 56.5 cm (22 in) 15890062 — Passenger Side – 53.3 cm (21 in) 15890064 — Wiper Blades — CTS-V Driver Side – 56.5 cm (22 in) 20791461 — Passenger Side – 53.3 cm (21 in) 20791462 — Rear Wiper Blade (Wagon) – 30.5 cm (12 in) 20825882 — Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (17,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-17

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. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (18,1)

11-18 Service and Maintenance

Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

Technical Data 12-1

Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identifies the vehicle's engine, Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ...... 12-1 parts. See “Engine Specifications” Service Parts Identification under Capacities and Specifications Label ...... 12-1 on page 12‑2 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications ...... 12-2 Service Parts Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . 12-5 Identification Label This label, on the spare tire cover, has the following information: . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). . Model designation. This legal identifier is in the front . Paint information. corner of the instrument panel, on . the left side of the vehicle. It can be Production options and special seen through the windshield from equipment. outside. The VIN also appears on Do not remove this label from the the Vehicle Certification and Service vehicle. Parts labels and certificates of title and registration. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

12-2 Technical Data

Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑13 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Cooling System— Engine 3.0LV6 Engine 10.3 L 10.9 qt 3.6LV6 Engine 11.3 L 11.9 qt 6.2LV8 Engine 11.8 L 12.5 qt Cooling System— Intercooler, 6.2LV8 Engine 2.3 L 2.4 qt Engine Oil with Filter 3.0LV6 Engine 5.7 L 6.0 qt 3.6LV6 Engine 5.7 L 6.0 qt 6.2LV8 Engine 5.7 L 6.0 qt Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

Technical Data 12-3

Capacities Application Metric English Fuel Tank 68.1 L 18.0 gal Transfer Case— AWD 1.0 L 1.1 qt Transmission Fluid (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 3.0LV6 Engine, 6-Speed Automatic 6.3 L 6.7 qt 3.6LV6 Engine, 6-Speed Automatic 6.3 L 6.7 qt 6.2LV8 Engine, 6-Speed Automatic 6.3 L 6.7 qt 3.0LV6 Engine, 6-Speed Manual 1.8 L 1.9 qt 6.2LV8 Engine, 6-Speed Manual 3.8 L 4.0 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

12-4 Technical Data

Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Automatic 3.0LV6 Engine 5 1.1 mm (0.043 in) Manual 3.6LV6 Engine 3 Automatic 1.1 mm (0.043 in) Automatic 6.2LV8 Engine P 1.0 mm (0.040 in) Manual Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

Technical Data 12-5

Engine Drive Belt Routing

CTS V6 Engines

CTS-V 6.2L V8 Engine Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

12-6 Technical Data

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Customer Information 13-1

Courtesy Transportation Customer Information Customer Program (U.S. and Information Canada) ...... 13-13 Collision Damage Repair Customer Satisfaction (U.S. and Canada) ...... 13-14 Procedure (U.S. and Customer Information Service Publications Canada) Customer Satisfaction Ordering Information ...... 13-16 Your satisfaction and goodwill are Procedure (U.S. and Reporting Safety Defects important to your dealer and to Canada) ...... 13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States Procedure (Mexico) ...... 13-3 with the sales transaction or the Government ...... 13-17 operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance Offices Reporting Safety Defects to (U.S. and Canada) ...... 13-4 resolved by your dealer's sales or the Canadian service departments. Sometimes, Customer Assistance Offices Government ...... 13-18 (Mexico) ...... 13-5 however, despite the best intentions Reporting Safety Defects to of all concerned, misunderstandings Customer Assistance for Text General Motors ...... 13-18 Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. can occur. If your concern has not and Canada) ...... 13-5 Vehicle Data Recording and been resolved to your satisfaction, Online Owner Center ...... 13-6 Privacy the following steps should be taken: GM Mobility Reimbursement Vehicle Data Recording and STEP ONE: Discuss your concern Program (U.S. and Privacy ...... 13-19 with a member of dealership Canada) ...... 13-7 Event Data Recorders ...... 13-19 management. Normally, concerns Roadside Service (U.S. and OnStar® ...... 13-20 can be quickly resolved at that level. Canada) ...... 13-7 Navigation System ...... 13-20 If the matter has already been Roadside Service Radio Frequency reviewed with the sales, service or (Mexico) ...... 13-9 Identification (RFID) ...... 13-20 parts manager, contact the owner of Scheduling Service Radio Frequency your dealership or the general Appointments (U.S. and Statement ...... 13-20 manager. Canada) ...... 13-12 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

13-2 Customer Information

STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Cadillac, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's may reject it and proceed with any resolved by your dealership without facility. That is why we suggest other venue for relief available further help, in the U.S., call the following Step One first. to you. Cadillac Customer Assistance STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: You may contact the BBB Auto Line Center at 1-800-458-8006. In Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Canada, call the Canadian Cadillac dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Customer Care Centre at sure you are completely satisfied the following address: 1-888-446-2000. with the new vehicle. However, BBB Auto Line Program We encourage you to call the if you continue to remain unsatisfied Council of Better Business toll-free number in order to give your after following the procedure Bureaus, Inc. inquiry prompt attention. Have the outlined in Steps One and Two, you 4200 Wilson Boulevard following information available to can file with the Better Business Suite 800 give the Customer Assistance Bureau (BBB) Auto Line® Program Arlington, VA 22203-1838 representative: to enforce your rights. Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 . Vehicle Identification The BBB Auto Line Program is an www.dr.bbb.org/goauto Number (VIN). This is available out-of-court program administered from the vehicle registration or by the Council of Better Business This program is available in all title, or the plate at the top left of Bureaus to settle automotive 50 states and the District of the instrument panel and visible disputes regarding vehicle repairs or Columbia. Eligibility is limited by through the windshield. the interpretation of the New Vehicle vehicle age, mileage, and other Limited Warranty. Although you may factors. General Motors reserves . Dealership name and location. be required to resort to this informal the right to change eligibility . Vehicle delivery date and dispute resolution program prior to limitations and/or discontinue its present mileage. filing a court action, use of the participation in this program. program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

Customer Information 13-3

STEP THREE — Canadian our impartial program offers Customer Satisfaction Owners: In the event that you do advantages over courts in most not feel your concerns have been jurisdictions because it is informal, Procedure (Mexico) addressed after following the quick, and free of charge. procedure outlined in Steps One For further information concerning and Two, General Motors of Canada eligibility in the Canadian Motor Limited wants you to be aware of its Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), participation in a no-charge call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call mediation/arbitration program. the General Motors Customer Care General Motors of Canada Limited Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), has committed to binding arbitration 1-800-263-7854 (French), Did you get the Warranty Extension of owner disputes involving or write to: Plan? This plan is recommended by factory-related vehicle service General Motors to supplement the claims. The program provides for Mediation/Arbitration Program warranty included with the new the review of the facts involved by c/o Customer Care Centre vehicle purchase. an impartial third party arbiter, and General Motors of Canada Limited may include an informal hearing Mail Code: CA1-163-005 See your dealer for details. before the arbiter. The program is 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Customer Assistance Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 designed so that the entire dispute Procedure settlement process, from the time The inquiry should be accompanied you file your complaint to the final by the Vehicle Identification Owner satisfaction and goodwill are decision, should be completed in Number (VIN). very important to your dealer and approximately 70 days. We believe General Motors. Normally, any problem with the transaction, sale, or usage of the vehicle must be handled by your dealer sales or service departments. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

13-4 Customer Information

However, we recognize that despite STEP THREE Customer Assistance the good intentions of all parties If your case is not resolved in a Offices (U.S. and Canada) involved, sometimes a reasonable amount of time by your misunderstanding may occur. dealer, please call the General Cadillac encourages customers to If you have a problem that has not Motors Customer Assistance call the toll-free number for been satisfactorily handled through Center (CAC) and provide the assistance. However, if a customer the normal means, we suggest the following information: wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, following steps: the letter should be addressed to: . Name United States and Puerto Rico STEP ONE . Address Cadillac Customer Assistance Explain your case to your dealer . Phone number service agent, service manager, Center dealer sales agent, or sales . Model year Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 manager, depending on your case. . Brand Detroit, MI 48232-5169 Make sure that they have all . Vehicle Identification www.Cadillac.com necessary information. They are Number (VIN) interested in your continual 1-800-458-8006 . satisfaction. Mileage 1-800-833-2622 (For Text . Delivery date Telephone devices (TTYs)) STEP TWO Roadside Service: 1-800-882-1112 . Description of the problem If you are not satisfied, please From U.S. Virgin Islands: contact the general manager or your . Dealership name 1-800-496-9994 dealership owner to ask for their . Dealership address help. If they are not able to resolve your case, ask them to contact the See Customer Assistance Offices right people at General Motors for (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑4 or support, if needed. Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico) on page 13‑5. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

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Canada All e-mail inquiries to the Customer El Salvador Assistance Center (CAC) should be General Motors of Canada Limited 800-6273 sent to: [email protected]. Canadian Cadillac Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Mexico Honduras 1908 Colonel Sam Drive 800-0122-6101 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 From Mexico City www.gm.ca 5329-0816 Customer Assistance for 1-888-446-2000 From Other Mexico Locations Text Telephone (TTY) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Users (U.S. and Canada) Telephone devices (TTYs)) 01-800-466-0816 Roadside Service: 1-800-882-1112 United States and Canada To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired Overseas 1-866-466-8195 and who use Text Telephones Please contact the local General Costa Rica (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment Motors Business Unit. available at its Customer Assistance 00-800-052-1005 Center. Any TTY user can Customer Assistance communicate with Cadillac by Guatemala dialing: 1-800-833-2622. TTY users Offices (Mexico) 1-800-999-5252 in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. To contact the Customer Assistance Center (CAC), use the phone Panama numbers listed in this section. 00-800-052-0001 Customer assistance is available Monday through Friday, 08:00 to Dominican Republic 20:00 hours, and Saturdays from 1-888-751-5301 08:00 to 15:00 hours. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

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Online Owner Center D (Preferred Dealer Cadillac Owner Centre Information): Select a preferred (Canada) cadillacowner.ca Online Owner Experience dealer and view dealer location, (U.S.) my.cadillac.com Take a trip to the Cadillac Owner maps, phone numbers, and hours. Centre: The Cadillac online owner J (Warranty Tracking . experience is a one-stop resource Chat live with online help Information): Track the vehicle’s representatives. that allows interaction with Cadillac warranty information. and keeps important vehicle-specific J . Use the Vehicle Tools section. information in one place. (Recall Information): View active recalls or search by Vehicle . Access third party enthusiast Membership Benefits Identification Number (VIN). See sites and social media networks. E (Vehicle Information): Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . Locate owner resources such as Download owner manuals and view on page 12‑1. lease-end, financing, and vehicle-specific how-to videos. H (Other Account Information): warranty information. G (Maintenance Information): View GM Card, SiriusXM Satellite . Retrieve favorite articles, View maintenance schedules, radio, and OnStar account quizzes, tips, and multimedia required alerts, OnStar onboard information. galleries organized into the vehicle diagnostic information, and F (Live Chat Support): Chat live Features and Auto Care schedule service appointments. with online help representatives. Sections. I (Service History): View Visit my.cadillac.com to register your . Download owner manuals. printable dealer-recorded service vehicle. . Find Cadillac-recommended records and self-recorded service maintenance services. records. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

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GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also . Model, year, color, and license plate number of the vehicle. Reimbursement Program has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for . Odometer reading, Vehicle (U.S. and Canada) details. TTY users call Identification Number (VIN), and 1-800-263-3830. delivery date of the vehicle. Roadside Service (U.S. . Description of the problem. and Canada) Coverage U.S.: 1-800-224-1400. Services are provided up to 6 years/ 110 000 km (70,000 mi), whichever Canada: 1-800-882-1112. comes first. This program is available to Text Telephone (TTY) Users In the U.S., anyone driving the qualified applicants for cost (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438. vehicle is covered. In Canada, a reimbursement of eligible person driving the vehicle without aftermarket adaptive equipment Service is available 24 hours a day, permission from the owner is not required for the vehicle, such as 365 days a year. covered. hand controls or a wheelchair/ Calling for Service scooter lift for the vehicle. Roadside Service is not a part of the When calling Roadside Service, New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For more information on the limited have the following information Cadillac and General Motors of offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or ready: Canada Limited reserve the right to call the GM Mobility Assistance . make any changes or discontinue Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Your name, home address, and the Roadside Service program at Telephone (TTY) users, call home telephone number. any time without notification. 1-800-833-9935. . Telephone number of your location. . Location of the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

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Cadillac and General Motors of . Flat Tire Change: Service to available, a Cadillac trained dealer Canada Limited reserve the right to change a flat tire with a spare technician who can provide on-site limit services or payment to an tire. The spare tire, if equipped, service. must be in good condition and owner or driver if they decide the A dealer technician will travel to claims are made too often, or the properly inflated. It is your responsibility for the repair or your location within a 30-mile same type of claim is made many radius of a participating Cadillac times. replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty. dealership. If beyond this radius, we Cadillac Owner Privileges™ will arrange to have your car towed . Battery Jump Start: Service to to the nearest Cadillac dealership. . Emergency Fuel Delivery: jump start a dead battery. Each technician travels with a Delivery of enough fuel for the . Trip Interruption Benefits specially equipped service vehicle vehicle to get to the nearest and Service: If your trip is complete with the necessary service station. interrupted due to a warranty Cadillac parts and tools required to . Lock-Out Service: Service to failure, incidental expenses may handle most roadside repairs. unlock the vehicle if you are be reimbursed during the Services Not Included in locked out. A remote unlock may 6 years/110 000 km (70,000 mi) be available if you have OnStar. Powertrain warranty period. Roadside Service For security reasons, the driver Items considered are hotel, . Impound towing caused by must present identification meals, and rental car. violation of any laws. before this service is given. Cadillac Technician Roadside . Legal fines. . Emergency Tow from a Public Service (U.S. Only) . Mounting, dismounting, Road or Highway: Tow to the or changing of snow tires, nearest Cadillac dealer for Cadillac's exceptional Roadside chains, or other traction devices. warranty service, or if the vehicle Service is more than an auto club or was in a crash and cannot be towing service. It provides every . Towing or services for vehicles driven. Assistance is also given Cadillac owner in the United States driven on a non-public road or when the vehicle is stuck in the with the advantage of contacting a highway. sand, mud, or snow. Cadillac advisor and, where Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (9,1)

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Services Specific to Roadside Service. Mechanical limitations described in the following Canadian-Purchased Vehicles failures may be covered, pages. Program coverage varies by however any cost for parts and country. . Fuel delivery: Reimbursement labor for repairs not covered by is approximately $5 Canadian. Roadside Assistance is available the warranty are the owner 24 hours a day, 365 days of Diesel fuel delivery may be responsibility. restricted. Propane and other the year. fuels are not provided through This program expires two years this service. Roadside Service (Mexico) from the date of the invoice for the . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle vehicle, regardless of vehicle registration is required. As a new owner, your vehicle is mileage and changes in vehicle automatically enrolled in the ownership. . Trip Interruption Benefits and Roadside Assistance program. The Service: Pre-authorization, For more information about the services are available at no cost original detailed receipts, and a renewal of this program at the end under the terms and conditions of copy of the repair orders are of its term, contact the Cadillac the program. The Roadside required. Once authorization has Customer Assistance Center at Assistance program is not part of, been received, the Roadside 01-800-466-0805. or included, in the coverage Service advisor will help you provided by the new vehicle limited Services Provided make arrangements and explain warranty. how to receive payment. . Flat Tire Change: If unable to Roadside Assistance provides change a flat tire, Roadside . Alternative Service: If assistance to the driver and Assistance will provide towing assistance cannot be provided passengers while driving the vehicle service to the nearest authorized right away, the Roadside Service within your city of residence or on Cadillac dealership. It is the advisor may give you permission any passable road in Mexico, the owner's responsibility for the to get local emergency road United States, and Canada. repair or replacement of the tire. service. You will receive Services are subject to the payment, up to $100, after sending the original receipt to Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

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This service is limited to the . Emergency Towing: Tow to the to 48 hours until it can be taken transfer of the vehicle to the nearest dealer for warranty to the dealer. If the storage costs repair facility. service if the vehicle cannot be exceed the amount authorized, driven. the owner is responsible to pay . Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the If the vehicle is involved in an the difference at the time of vehicle to get to the nearest accident during the commission service. Contact Roadside service station. of a crime, administrative Assistance for more information violation, or breach of traffic on authorized amounts. . Lock-Out Service: Service to regulations, Roadside . *Trip Interruption: This service unlock the vehicle if you are Assistance will not provide locked out. is provided if you are prevented service. When the vehicle is not from further usage of your . Battery Jump Start: Service to accessible to be towed, all vehicle while traveling and it is jump start a dead battery. maneuvers required to access it not possible for the nearest will be at the owner's expense. . *Emergency Messages: Cadillac dealership to repair the Transmission of urgent phone If the vehicle is in another city vehicle the same day, requiring messages. outside of your residence, the vehicle to stay at the Roadside Assistance is limited dealership for a night or more. . *Emergency Calls: Call for to moving the vehicle to the If this happens, in addition to the emergency services. nearest dealer. If you would like previously listed services and . *Dealership Location the vehicle moved to a different prior to confirmation by the Assistance: Information dealer, you will be asked to dealership, you are entitled to regarding addresses and cover the difference in cost at choose one of the following telephone numbers for Cadillac the time of the move. alternatives, within the limits of dealers. existing Roadside Assistance If the vehicle cannot be received program guidelines. If the costs by the nearest Cadillac dealer due to scheduling conflicts, the vehicle will be taken to a safe place where it will remain for up Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (11,1)

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exceed the amount authorized availability at the chosen Canada are at the owner's expense for these services, you must pay destination. Restrictions apply and will be reimbursed by Roadside the difference at the time of based on vehicle specifications. Assistance. service. If you are on the road, taxi Services Not Included in Roadside Roadside Assistance will service to the nearest bus Assistance coordinate hotel station or airport will be accommodations for all vehicle provided. Roadside Assistance does not cover or reimburse services for the travelers for up to two nights. . *Complimentary following: A rental car will be provided for Transportation for Vehicle Pick . up to two days and the vehicle Up: Transportation to pick up Events caused by fraud or bad must be returned to its original your vehicle after repairs are faith by the driver. destination, excluding vehicles complete. Once the dealer has . Vehicle immobilization situations with a carrying capacity greater reported that the vehicle has due to a major force or than 3.5 tons. been repaired, Roadside unforeseen circumstances, such Complimentary Transportation: If Assistance will provide bus or as natural phenomena of an extraordinary nature, you prefer to continue your trip commercial airline one-way to the intended destination or service (subject to availability) earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, return to your place of for the person designated by you and other cyclonic storms. to collect your vehicle at the residence, and the trip requires . Vehicle immobilization situations more than eight hours driving on dealership's location if you or the arising from car accidents the road, transportation for the designated person are not in the caused by the driver of the driver and passengers by first same town or city as the vehicle or third parties. This class bus or coach commercial dealership. means any occurrence that airline will be provided to a *These services are not provided for causes physical injury to the location chosen by Roadside U.S. or Canada residents. All occupants and/or the vehicle Assistance, depending on services provided in the U.S. and caused by external forces. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (12,1)

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. Acts of terrorism, riot or uproar, Routine vehicle repair costs are not Cadillac reserves the right to make armed forces or police actions covered by the Roadside any changes or discontinue the which prevent timely delivery of Assistance program. For more Roadside Assistance program at assistance services. information, see your new vehicle any time without notification. . Food service, beverages, warranty. telephone calls, or other extra Contacting Roadside Assistance Scheduling Service costs. Accommodation costs Appointments (U.S. and apply only to Mexico per the Roadside Assistance services are of terms and conditions of the no cost to you and available Canada) Roadside Assistance program. 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. When the vehicle requires warranty Costs are only incurred in situations . Any damage to the vehicle service, contact your dealer and that exceed the limits of the request an appointment. By without intent, derived from the program, some of which are listed services provided. scheduling a service appointment previously in this section. and advising the service consultant . Cost of towing a trailer when To contact Roadside Assistance by of your transportation needs, your choosing a Cadillac dealer that phone, use the following numbers: dealer can help minimize your is nearest to the temporary inconvenience. storage facility for the disabled Mexico vehicle. If the vehicle cannot be scheduled 01-800-466-0805 into the service department . Cost of all maneuvers required United States immediately, keep driving it until it to access the vehicle when it is can be scheduled for service, not available to be towed. 1-866-466-8906 unless, of course, the problem is . Cost of fuel provided. Canada safety related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, 1-800-268-6800 and ask for instructions. E-mail [email protected] Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (13,1)

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If your dealer requests you to bring entitled “Limited Warranty and Public Transportation or Fuel the vehicle for service, you are Owner Assistance Information” Reimbursement urged to do so as early in the work furnished with each new vehicle If the vehicle requires overnight day as possible to allow for provides detailed warranty coverage warranty repairs, and public same-day repair. information. transportation is used instead of Transportation Options your dealer's shuttle service, the Courtesy Transportation expense must be supported by Program (U.S. and Warranty service can generally be original receipts and can only be up Canada) completed while you wait. However, to the maximum amount allowed by if you are unable to wait, GM helps GM for shuttle service. In addition, To enhance your ownership to minimize inconvenience by for U.S. customers, should you experience, we and our participating providing several transportation arrange transportation through a dealers are proud to offer Courtesy options. Depending on the friend or relative, limited Transportation, a customer support circumstances, your dealer can offer reimbursement for reasonable fuel program for vehicles with the one of the following: expenses may be available. Claim Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Shuttle Service amounts should reflect actual costs Coverage period in Canada), and be supported by original extended powertrain, and/or Shuttle service is the preferred receipts. See your dealer for hybrid-specific warranties in both means of offering Courtesy information regarding the allowance the U.S. and Canada. Transportation. Dealers may provide amounts for reimbursement of fuel shuttle service to get you to your or other transportation costs. Several Courtesy Transportation destination with minimal interruption options are available to assist in of your daily schedule. This includes Courtesy Rental Vehicle reducing inconvenience when one-way or round-trip shuttle service warranty repairs are required. Your dealer may arrange to provide within reasonable time and distance you with a courtesy rental vehicle or Courtesy Transportation is not a parameters of your dealer's area. reimburse you for a rental vehicle part of the New Vehicle Limited that you obtain if the vehicle is kept Warranty. A separate booklet for an overnight warranty repair. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (14,1)

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Rental reimbursement will be limited General Motors reserves the right to Collision parts are the best choice to and must be supported by original unilaterally modify, change, ensure that the vehicle's designed receipts. This requires that you sign or discontinue Courtesy appearance, durability, and safety and complete a rental agreement Transportation at any time and to are preserved. The use of Genuine and meet state/provincial, local, and resolve all questions of claim GM parts can help maintain the GM rental vehicle provider requirements. eligibility pursuant to the terms and New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Requirements vary and may include conditions described herein at its Recycled original equipment parts minimum age requirements, sole discretion. may also be used for repair. These insurance coverage, credit card, etc. parts are typically removed from You are responsible for fuel usage Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses in charges and may also be (U.S. and Canada) prior crashes. In most cases, the responsible for taxes, levies, usage parts being recycled are from If the vehicle is involved in a fees, excessive mileage, or rental undamaged sections of the vehicle. collision and it is damaged, have the usage beyond the completion of the A recycled original equipment GM damage repaired by a qualified repair. part may be an acceptable choice to technician using the proper It may not be possible to provide a maintain the vehicle's originally equipment and quality replacement like vehicle as a courtesy rental. designed appearance and safety parts. Poorly performed collision performance; however, the history of repairs diminish the vehicle resale Additional Program these parts is not known. Such parts value, and safety performance can Information are not covered by the GM New be compromised in subsequent Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any All program options, such as shuttle collisions. service, may not be available at related failures are not covered by every dealer. Please contact your Collision Parts that warranty. dealer for specific information about Genuine GM Collision parts are new Aftermarket collision parts are also availability. All Courtesy parts made with the same materials available. These are made by Transportation arrangements will be and construction methods as the companies other than GM and may administered by appropriate dealer parts with which the vehicle was not have been tested for the vehicle. personnel. originally built. Genuine GM As a result, these parts may fit Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (15,1)

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poorly, exhibit premature durability/ various insurance policy terms. If a Crash Occurs corrosion problems, and may not Many insurance policies provide If there has been an injury, call perform properly in subsequent reduced protection to the GM emergency services for help. Do not collisions. Aftermarket parts are not vehicle by limiting compensation for leave the scene of a crash until all covered by the GM New Vehicle damage repairs by using matters have been taken care of. Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some Move the vehicle only if its position failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not puts you in danger, or you are covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts. instructed to move it by a police When purchasing insurance, we officer. Repair Facility recommend that you ensure that the GM also recommends that you vehicle will be repaired with GM Give only the necessary information choose a collision repair facility that original equipment collision parts. to police and other parties involved meets your needs before you ever If such insurance coverage is not in the crash. need collision repairs. Your dealer available from your current For emergency towing see may have a collision repair center insurance carrier, consider switching Roadside Service (U.S. and to another insurance carrier. with GM-trained technicians and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside state‐of‐the‐art equipment, or be If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Service (Mexico) on page 13‑9. able to recommend a collision repair company may require you to have Gather the following information: center that has GM-trained insurance that ensures repairs with technicians and comparable Genuine GM Original Equipment . Driver name, address, and equipment. Manufacturer (OEM) parts or telephone number. Insuring the Vehicle Genuine Manufacturer replacement . Driver license number. parts. Read the lease carefully, as Protect your investment in the GM you may be charged at the end of . Owner name, address, and vehicle with comprehensive and the lease for poor quality repairs. telephone number. collision insurance coverage. There . Vehicle license plate number. are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by . Vehicle make, model, and model year. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (16,1)

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. Vehicle Identification original GM parts. Remember, Service Publications Number (VIN). recycled parts will not be covered by Ordering Information . Insurance company and policy the GM vehicle warranty. number. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Manuals . General description of the but you must live with the repair. Service Manuals have the diagnosis damage to the other vehicle. Depending on your policy limits, and repair information on the your insurance company may engines, transmission, axle, Choose a reputable repair facility initially value the repair using that uses quality replacement parts. suspension, brakes, electrical, aftermarket parts. Discuss this with steering, body, etc. See “Collision Parts” earlier in this the repair professional, and insist on section. Genuine GM parts. Remember, Service Bulletins If the airbag has inflated, see What if the vehicle is leased, you may be Service Bulletins give additional Will You See after an Airbag obligated to have the vehicle technical service information Inflates? on page 3‑25. repaired with Genuine GM parts, needed to knowledgeably service even if your insurance coverage General Motors cars and trucks. Managing the Vehicle Damage does not pay the full cost. Repair Process Each bulletin contains instructions If another party's insurance to assist in the diagnosis and In the event that the vehicle requires company is paying for the repairs, service of the vehicle. damage repairs, GM recommends you are not obligated to accept a that you take an active role in its repair valuation based on that Owner Information repair. If you have a pre-determined insurance company's collision policy Owner publications are written repair facility of choice, take the repair limits, as you have no specifically for owners and intended vehicle there, or have it towed there. contractual limits with that company. to provide basic operational Specify to the facility that any In such cases, you can have control information about the vehicle. The required replacement collision parts of the repair and parts choices as Owner Manual includes the be original equipment parts, either long as the cost stays within Maintenance Schedule for all new Genuine GM parts or recycled reasonable limits. models. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (17,1)

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In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Or write to: Reporting Safety Owner Manual, and Warranty Helm, Incorporated Booklet. Attention: Customer Service Defects RETAIL SELL PRICE: 47911 Halyard Drive $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Plymouth, MI 48170 Reporting Safety Defects shipping fees. Prices are subject to change without to the United States Without Portfolio: Owner notice and without incurring Government Manual only. obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. If you believe that your vehicle RETAIL SELL PRICE: has a defect which could cause $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and All listed prices are quoted in U.S. a crash or could cause injury or shipping fees. funds. Make checks payable in U.S. death, you should immediately funds. Current and Past Models inform the National Highway Technical Service Bulletins and Traffic Safety Administration Manuals are available for current (NHTSA) in addition to notifying and past model GM vehicles. General Motors. ORDER TOLL FREE: If NHTSA receives similar 1-800-551-4123 Monday – Friday complaints, it may open an 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time investigation, and if it finds that For Credit Card Orders Only a safety defect exists in a group (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit of vehicles, it may order a recall Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (18,1)

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To contact NHTSA, you may call Reporting Safety Defects Call 1-800-458-8006, or write: the Vehicle Safety Hotline to the Canadian Cadillac Customer Assistance toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Government Center (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Cadillac Motor Car Division http://www.safercar.gov; or If you live in Canada, and you P.O. Box 33169 write to: believe that the vehicle has a safety Detroit, MI 48232-5169 defect, notify Transport Canada In Canada, call 1 888 446 2000, Administrator, NHTSA immediately, and notify General ‐ ‐ ‐ or write: 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Motors of Canada Limited. Call Washington, D.C. 20590 Transport Canada at Canadian Cadillac Customer Care You can also obtain other 1-800-333-0510 or write to: Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 General Motors of Canada Limited Transport Canada information about motor 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Road Safety Branch vehicle safety from Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 http://www.safercar.gov. 80 rue Noel Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, notify General Motors. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (19,1)

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Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a The vehicle has a number of record, in certain crash or near non-trivial crash situation occurs; no computers that record information crash-like situations, such as an air data are recorded by the EDR under about the vehicle’s performance and bag deployment or hitting a road normal driving conditions and no how it is driven. For example, the obstacle, data that will assist in personal data (e.g., name, gender, vehicle uses computer modules to understanding how a vehicle’s age, and crash location) are monitor and control engine and systems performed. The EDR is recorded. However, other parties, transmission performance, to designed to record data related to such as law enforcement, could monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle dynamics and safety combine the EDR data with the type deployment and deploy them in a systems for a short period of time, of personally identifying data crash, and, if equipped, to provide typically 30 seconds or less. The routinely acquired during a crash antilock braking to help the driver EDR in this vehicle is designed to investigation. record such data as: control the vehicle. These modules To read data recorded by an EDR, may store data to help the dealer . How various systems in your special equipment is required, and technician service the vehicle. vehicle were operating; access to the vehicle or the EDR is Some modules may also store data . Whether or not the driver and needed. In addition to the vehicle about how the vehicle is operated, manufacturer, other parties, such as such as rate of fuel consumption or passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened; law enforcement, that have the average speed. These modules may special equipment, can read the . retain personal preferences, such as How far (if at all) the driver was information if they have access to radio presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/ the vehicle or the EDR. temperature settings. or brake pedal; and, . How fast the vehicle was traveling. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (20,1)

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GM will not access this data or Navigation System Radio Frequency share it with others except: with the consent of the vehicle owner or, If the vehicle is equipped with a Statement if the vehicle is leased, with the navigation system, use of the This vehicle has systems that consent of the lessee; in response system may result in the storage of operate on a radio frequency that to an official request by police or destinations, addresses, telephone comply with Part 15 of the Federal similar government office; as part of numbers, and other trip information. Communications Commission (FCC) GM's defense of litigation through See the navigation manual for rules and with Industry Canada the discovery process; or, as information on stored data and for Standards RSS‐GEN/210/220/310. required by law. Data that GM deletion instructions. Operation is subject to the following collects or receives may also be two conditions: used for GM research needs or may Radio Frequency be made available to others for Identification (RFID) 1. The device may not cause research purposes, where a need is harmful interference. RFID technology is used in some shown and the data is not tied to a 2. The device must accept any specific vehicle or vehicle owner. vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition interference received, including interference that may cause OnStar® system security, as well as in connection with conveniences such undesired operation of the If the vehicle is equipped with as Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) device. OnStar® and has an active transmitters for remote door locking/ Changes or modifications to any of subscription, refer to the OnStar® unlocking and starting, and these systems by other than an Terms and Conditions for in-vehicle transmitters for garage authorized service facility could void information on data collection and door openers. RFID technology in authorization to use this equipment. use. See OnStar Overview on GM vehicles does not use or record page 14‑1. personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

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OnStar OnStar Overview Push = to: . Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview OnStar Overview ...... 14-1 . Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling voice commands. OnStar Services . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency ...... 14-2 Navigation voice commands. Security ...... 14-2 Requires the available Directions Navigation ...... 14-2 If equipped, this vehicle has a and Connections service plan. Connections ...... 14-4 comprehensive, in-vehicle system Diagnostics ...... 14-5 that can connect to a live Advisor Push | to connect to a live for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Advisor to: OnStar Additional Information Connection, and Diagnostic . OnStar Additional Services. Verify account information or Information ...... 14-5 update contact information. The OnStar system status light is . next to the OnStar buttons. If the Get driving directions. Requires status light is: the available Directions and Connections service plan. . Solid Green: System is ready. . Receive On-Demand . Flashing Green: On a call. Diagnostics for a check of the . Red: Indicates a problem. vehicle’s key operating systems. . Receive Roadside Assistance. Push | or call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Push the OnStar Emergency Advisor. button > to get a priority connection to an Emergency Advisor available 24/7 to: Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

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. Get help for an emergency. OnStar Services equipped with automatic door locks, . Be a Good Samaritan or and can help police locate the respond to an AMBER Alert. Emergency vehicle if it is stolen. . Get crisis assistance and With Automatic Crash Response, evacuation routes. Navigation the built-in system can automatically OnStar navigation requires the connect to help in most crashes, Directions and Connections even if help cannot be requested. service plan. Push > to connect to an Push | to receive directions or Emergency Advisor. GPS have them sent to the vehicle technology is used to identify the navigation screen, if equipped. vehicle location and can provide Destinations can also be forwarded critical information to emergency to the vehicle from Google Maps personnel. The Advisor is also ™ or MapQuest.com. The OnStar trained to offer critical assistance in mapping database is continuously emergency situations before first updated. Visit www.onstar.com for responders arrive. coverage maps. Security Turn-by-Turn Navigation OnStar provides services like Stolen 1. Push | to connect to a live Vehicle Assistance, Remote Ignition Advisor. Block, and Roadside Assistance, if the vehicle is equipped with these 2. Request directions. services. OnStar can unlock the 3. Directions are downloaded to the vehicle doors remotely, if it is vehicle. 4. Follow the voice-guided commands. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

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Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push = . System responds: Cancel Route “OnStar ready,” then a tone. OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1. Push = . System responds: “ ” Maps and MapQuest.com to their with the last direction given, then “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Say Turn-by-Turn Navigation or responds with OnStar ready, “Cancel route.” System “ ” screen-based navigation system. then a tone. responds: “Do you want to When ready, the directions will be cancel directions?” 3. Say “Goodbye.” Exits voice downloaded to the vehicle. commands. 2. Say “Yes.” System responds: Destination Download: Push |, “OK, request completed, thank Get My Destination then request the Advisor to you, goodbye.” 1. Push = . System responds: download directions to the Route Preview navigation system in the vehicle. “OnStar ready,” then a tone. After the call ends, push the “Go” 1. Push = . System responds: 2. Say “Get my destination.” button on the navigation screen to “OnStar ready,” then a tone. System responds with address begin driving directions. and the distance to the 2. Say “Route preview.” System Destinations can also be destination, then responds with responds with the next three downloaded on the go. For OnStar ready, then a tone. maneuvers. “ ” information about eNav, Destination 3. Say “Goodbye.” Exits voice 3. Say “Goodbye.” Exits voice Download, and coverage maps visit commands. commands. www.onstar.com. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

14-4 OnStar

Connections 2. Say “Call.” The system responds 3. Say the entire number without “Please say the name or number pausing. System responds: OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows to call.” “Please say the name tag.” calls to be made and received from the vehicle. The vehicle can also be 3. Say “911” without pausing. The 4. Pick a name tag. System controlled from a cell phone through system responds “911.” responds: “About to store . Does that sound OK? the OnStar RemoteLink mobile app. 4. Say “Call.” The system responds ” See www.onstar.com for “OK, dialing 911.” 5. Say “Yes” or “No” to try again. coverage maps. System responds: “OK, storing Retrieve My Number Hands-Free Calling .” 1. Push = . System responds: Place a Call Using a Stored 1. Push = . System responds: “OnStar ready.” Number “OnStar ready.” 2. Say “My number.” System 1. Push = . System responds: 2. Say “Call.” System responds: responds: “Your OnStar “Please say the name or number Hands-Free Calling number is.” “OnStar ready.” to call.” 2. Say Call . System End a Call “ ” 3. Say the entire number without responds: “OK, calling pausing, including a “1” and the Push = . System responds: “Call .” area code. System responds: ended.” Verify Minutes and Expiration “OK calling.” Store a Name Tag for Speed Push = and say Minutes then Calling 911 Emergency “ ” Dialing “Verify” to check how many minutes 1. Press = . The system responds 1. Push = . System responds: remain and their expiration date. “OnStar Ready,” followed by “OnStar ready.” a tone. 2. Say “Store.” System responds: “Please say the number you would like to store.” Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

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OnStar Mobile App OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Download the OnStar RemoteLink Information Automatic Crash Response, mobile app to your iPhone or Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Android smartphone to check Transferring Service Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle vehicle fuel level, oil life, or tire Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, pressure; to start the vehicle (if Push | to request account transfer Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn equipped) or unlock it; or to connect eligibility information. The Advisor Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling to an OnStar Advisor. For OnStar can assist in canceling or removing are available on most vehicles. Not RemoteLink information and account information. If OnStar all OnStar services are available compatibility, see www.onstar.com. receives information that vehicle everywhere or on all vehicles. For ownership has changed, OnStar more information, a full description Diagnostics may send a voice message to the of OnStar services, system vehicle, requesting updated account limitations, and OnStar terms and OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will information. conditions, see www.onstar.com perform a vehicle check every (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada); month. It will check the engine, Reactivation for Subsequent contact OnStar at 1-888-4ONSTAR transmission, antilock brakes, and Owners (1-888-466-7827) or TTY major vehicle systems. It also | checks the tire pressures, if the Push | and follow the prompts to 1-877-248-2080; or push to vehicle is equipped with the Tire speak to an Advisor as soon as speak with an Advisor. OnStar Pressure Monitoring System. If a possible after acquiring the vehicle. services require a vehicle electrical diagnostics check is needed The Advisor will update vehicle system, wireless service, and GPS records and will explain the OnStar satellite technologies to be available between e-mails, push |, and an service offers and options available. and operating for features to Advisor can run a check. function properly. These systems may not operate if the battery is discharged or disconnected. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

14-6 OnStar

OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on available dealer-installed TTY your vehicle is in a place where page 13‑20 for information system can provide in-vehicle OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal access to all of the OnStar services, wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC) except Virtual Advisor and OnStar in that area, and the wireless rules and Industry Canada Turn-by-Turn Navigation. service provider has coverage, Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. network capacity, reception, and OnStar.com technology compatible with OnStar Services for People with The website provides access to service. Service involving location Disabilities account information, manages the information about the vehicle cannot Advisors provide services to help OnStar subscription, and allows work unless GPS signals are subscribers with physical disabilities viewing of videos of each service. available, unobstructed, and and medical conditions. Get subscription plan pricing and compatible with the OnStar sign up for OnStar Vehicle hardware. OnStar service may not Push | for help with: Diagnostics. Click on the “My work if the OnStar equipment is not . Locating a gas station with an Account” tab on the home page. properly installed or it has not been attendant to pump gas. properly maintained. If equipment or OnStar Personal Identification software is added, connected, . Finding a hotel, restaurant, etc., Number (PIN) that meets accessibility needs. or modified, OnStar service may not A PIN is needed to access some of work. Other problems beyond the . Providing directions to the the OnStar services, like Remote control of OnStar may prevent closest hospital or pharmacy in Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle service such as hills, tall buildings, urgent situations. Assistance. You will be prompted to tunnels, weather, electrical system change the PIN the first time when design and architecture of the TTY Users speaking with an Advisor. To vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a OnStar has the ability to change the OnStar PIN, call OnStar crash, or wireless phone network communicate to the deaf, and provide the Advisor with the congestion or jamming. hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired current number. customers while in the vehicle. The Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

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Warranty Global Positioning Cellular and GPS Antennas OnStar equipment may be System (GPS) Avoid placing items over or near the warranted as part of the New . Obstruction of the GPS can antenna to prevent blocking cellular Vehicle Limited Warranty. The occur in a large city with tall and GPS signal reception. Cellular manufacturer of the vehicle buildings; in parking garages; reception is required for OnStar to furnishes detailed warranty around airports; in tunnels, send remote signals to the vehicle. information. underpasses, or parking garages; or in an area with very Unable to Connect to OnStar Languages dense trees. If GPS signals are Message The vehicle can be programmed not available, the OnStar system If there is limited cellular coverage to respond in French or Spanish. should still operate to call or the cellular network has reached Push | and ask an Advisor. OnStar. However, OnStar could maximum capacity, this message Advisors can speak French or have difficulty identifying the may come on. Push | to try the Spanish. exact location. call again or try again after driving a . few miles into another cellular area. Potential Issues In emergency situations, OnStar can use the last stored GPS Some OnStar services are disabled location to send to emergency Vehicle and Power Issues after five days. OnStar cannot responders. OnStar services require a vehicle perform Remote Door Unlock or . A temporary loss of GPS can electrical system, wireless service, Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the cause loss of the ability to send and GPS satellite technologies to be vehicle has been off continuously a Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. available and operating for features for five days. After five days, OnStar The Advisor may give a verbal to function properly. These systems can contact Roadside Assistance route or may ask for a call back may not operate if the battery is and a locksmith to help gain access after the vehicle is driven into an discharged or disconnected. to the vehicle. open area. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

14-8 OnStar

Add-on Electrical Equipment The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not add any electrical equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9‑58. Added electrical equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate. Privacy The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may be found at www.onstar.com. Privacy-sensitive users of wireless communications are cautioned that the privacy of any information sent via wireless cellular communications cannot be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept or access transmissions and private communications without consent. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (1,1)

INDEX i-1

A Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ...... 10-107 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ...... 3-25 Interior ...... 10-110 Modifications ...... 10-3 When Should an Airbag Audio Players ...... 7-16 Accessory Power ...... 9-21 Inflate? ...... 3-23 CD ...... 7-16 Adaptive Forward Where Are the Airbags? ...... 3-22 CD/DVD ...... 7-19 Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-4 Airbags MP3 ...... 7-23 Add-On Electrical Adding Equipment to the Audio System Equipment ...... 9-58 Vehicle ...... 3-32 Backglass Antenna ...... 7-15 Additional Information ® Passenger Status Indicator . . .5-18 Hard Drive Device (HDD) . . . . .7-27 OnStar ...... 14-5 Readiness Light ...... 5-17 Radio Reception ...... 7-15 Adjustments Servicing Airbag-Equipped Theft-Deterrent Feature ...... 7-3 Lumbar, Front Seats ...... 3-5 Vehicles ...... 3-31 Automatic Thigh Support ...... 3-6 System Check ...... 3-20 Door Locks ...... 2-15 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . 10-15 Alarm Headlamp System ...... 6-3 Air Filter, Passenger Vehicle Security ...... 2-22 Transmission ...... 9-25 Compartment ...... 8-6 All-Wheel Drive ...... 10-28, 9-31 Transmission Fluid ...... 10-14 Air Vents ...... 8-6 AM-FM Radio ...... 7-8 Automatic Transmission Airbag System Antenna Manual Mode ...... 9-27 Check ...... 3-33 Multi-band ...... 7-16 Shift Lock Control How Does an Airbag Antilock Brake Function Check ...... 10-29 Restrain? ...... 3-25 System (ABS) ...... 9-32 Auxiliary Passenger Sensing Warning Light ...... 5-23 Devices ...... 7-33 System ...... 3-27 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? ...... 3-24 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (2,1)

i-2 INDEX

B Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cargo Headlamps ...... 10-32 Cover ...... 4-2 Battery ...... 10-27 High Intensity Discharge Management System ...... 4-3 Exterior Lighting Battery (HID) Lighting ...... 10-33 Cargo Net ...... 4-4 Saver ...... 6-9 License Plate Cautions, Danger, and Jump Starting ...... 10-101 Lamps ...... 10-33, 10-34 Warnings ...... iv Load Management ...... 6-8 Buying New Tires ...... 10-76 CD Player ...... 7-16 Power Protection ...... 6-8 CD/DVD Player ...... 7-19 Voltage and Charging Center Console Storage ...... 4-2 Messages ...... 5-31 C Central Door Unlock System . . . 2-14 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . 10-30 Calibration ...... 5-7 Chains, Tire ...... 10-81 Bluetooth ...... 7-35 California Charging System Light ...... 5-19 Boost Gauge ...... 5-14 Fuel Requirements ...... 9-49 Check Brake Perchlorate Materials Engine Light ...... 5-19 System Warning Light ...... 5-21 Requirements ...... 10-3 Ignition Brakes ...... 10-25 Warning ...... 10-3 Transmission Lock ...... 10-29 Antilock ...... 9-32 Camera, Rear Vision ...... 9-45 Child Restraints Assist ...... 9-36 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... iii Infants and Young Fluid ...... 10-26 Capacities and Children ...... 3-36 Parking ...... 9-33 Specifications ...... 12-2 Lower Anchors and System Messages ...... 5-32 Carbon Monoxide Tethers for Children ...... 3-41 Braking ...... 9-3 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-24 Older Children ...... 3-34 Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 9-14 Liftgate ...... 2-18 Securing ...... 3-47, 3-50 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-35 Trunk ...... 2-17 Systems ...... 3-38 Fog Lamps ...... 10-33, 6-5 Winter Driving ...... 9-8 Circuit Breakers ...... 10-36 Halogen Bulbs ...... 10-32 Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-32 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (3,1)

INDEX i-3

Cleaning Coolant D Exterior Care ...... 10-107 Engine ...... 10-18 Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . 13-14 Interior Care ...... 10-110 Engine Temperature Danger, Warnings, and Climate Control Systems Gauge ...... 5-16 Cautions ...... iv Dual Automatic ...... 8-1 Engine Temperature Data Recorders, Event ...... 13-19 Clock ...... 5-9 Warning Light ...... 5-24 Daytime Running Cluster, Instrument ...... 5-11 Cooling System ...... 10-17 Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-2 Clutch, Hydraulic ...... 10-14 Engine Messages ...... 5-34 Defensive Driving ...... 9-3 Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 13-14 Courtesy Transportation Delayed Locking ...... 2-15 Compact Spare Tire ...... 10-100 Program ...... 13-13 Devices Compass ...... 5-7 Cover Auxiliary ...... 7-33 Messages ...... 5-34 Cargo ...... 4-2 Diagnostics Competitive Driving ...... 9-5 Engine ...... 10-9 ® OnStar ...... 14-5 Competitive Driving Mode . . . . . 9-38 Cruise Control ...... 9-39 Distracted Driving ...... 9-2 Compressor Kit, Tire Light ...... 5-27 Door Sealant ...... 10-83 Messages ...... 5-34 Ajar Messages ...... 5-34 Connections Cupholders ...... 4-1 Central Door Unlocking OnStar® ...... 14-4 Customer Assistance ...... 13-5 System ...... 2-14 Control of a Vehicle ...... 9-3 Offices ...... 13-4, 13-5 Delayed Locking ...... 2-15 Text Telephone (TTY) Convenience Net ...... 4-5 Locks ...... 2-12, 2-13 Convex Mirrors ...... 2-26 Users ...... 13-5 Power Locks ...... 2-15 Customer Information Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . 12-5 Service Publications Drive Systems Ordering Information ...... 13-16 All-Wheel Drive ...... 10-28, 9-31 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...... 13-1, 13-3 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (4,1)

i-4 INDEX

Driver Information E Engine (cont'd) Center (DIC) ...... 5-27 Coolant Temperature Easy Entry Seat ...... 3-3 Driving Gauge ...... 5-16 Electrical Equipment, Characteristics and Coolant Temperature Add-On ...... 9-58 Towing Tips ...... 9-53 Warning Light ...... 5-24 Electrical System Competitive ...... 9-5, 9-38 Cooling System ...... 10-17 Engine Defensive ...... 9-3 Cooling System Messages . . .5-34 Compartment Drunk ...... 9-3 Cover ...... 10-9 Fuse Block . . . . . 10-36, 10-40, For Better Fuel Economy . . . . .1-24 10-44, 10-47 Drive Belt Routing ...... 12-5 Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-7 Fuses and Circuit Exhaust ...... 9-24 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-7 Breakers ...... 10-36 Oil Life System ...... 10-12 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 9-9 Overload ...... 10-35 Oil Messages ...... 5-35 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Rear Oil Pressure Gauge ...... 5-15 Off-Road Recovery ...... 9-4 Compartment Overheated Protection Vehicle Load Limits ...... 9-10 Fuse Block . . . . . 10-50, 10-52, Operating Mode ...... 10-23 Wet Roads ...... 9-6 10-54, 10-56 Overheating ...... 10-22 Winter ...... 9-8 Emergency Power Messages ...... 5-36 Dual Automatic Climate OnStar® ...... 14-2 Pressure Light ...... 5-25 Control System ...... 8-1 Engine Running While Parked ...... 9-25 DVD/CD Player ...... 7-19 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 10-15 Speed Limiter ...... 5-14 Check and Service Engine Starting ...... 1-4, 9-19 Soon Light ...... 5-19 Entry Lighting ...... 6-7 Compartment Overview ...... 10-6 Equipment, Towing ...... 9-57 Coolant ...... 10-18 Event Data Recorders ...... 13-19 Coolant Heater ...... 9-21 Exit Lighting ...... 6-7 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (5,1)

INDEX i-5

Extender, Safety Belt ...... 3-18 Front Seats G Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 6-1 Adjustment ...... 3-3 Garage Door Opener ...... 5-53 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 6-2 Heated and Ventilated ...... 3-9 Programming ...... 5-53 Exterior Lighting Battery Fuel ...... 9-48 Gasoline Saver ...... 6-9 Additives ...... 9-49 Specifications ...... 9-49 Economy Driving ...... 1-24 Gauges Filling a Portable Fuel F Boost ...... 5-14 Container ...... 9-52 Features Engine Coolant Filling the Tank ...... 9-50 Memory ...... 1-9 Temperature ...... 5-16 Foreign Countries ...... 9-49 Filter, Engine Oil Pressure ...... 5-15 Gasoline Specifications ...... 9-49 Engine Air Cleaner ...... 10-15 Fuel ...... 5-13 Gauge ...... 5-13 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Odometer ...... 5-13 Recommended ...... 9-48 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 6-5 Speedometer ...... 5-13 Requirements, California . . . . .9-49 Flat Tire ...... 10-81 Tachometer ...... 5-13 System Messages ...... 5-36 Changing ...... 10-93 Trip Odometer ...... 5-13 Fuses Floor Mats ...... 10-114 Warning Lights and Engine Fluid Indicators ...... 5-10 Compartment Automatic Transmission . . . . 10-14 General Information Fuse Block . . . . . 10-36, 10-40, Brakes ...... 10-26 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 11-1 10-44, 10-47 Power Steering ...... 10-23 Towing ...... 9-53 Fuses and Circuit Washer ...... 10-24 Vehicle Care ...... 10-3 Breakers ...... 10-36 Fog Lamps Glove Box ...... 4-1 Rear Bulb Replacement ...... 10-33, 6-5 GM Mobility Reimbursement Compartment Folding Mirrors ...... 2-27 Program ...... 13-7 Fuse Block . . . . . 10-50, 10-52, Front Fog Lamp 10-54, 10-56 Light ...... 5-26 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (6,1)

i-6 INDEX

H Heater J Engine Coolant ...... 9-21 Halogen Bulbs ...... 10-32 Jump Starting ...... 10-101 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-26 Hard Drive Device (HDD) ...... 7-27 High-Speed Operation ...... 10-68 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 6-5 Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-7 K Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-7 Key and Lock Messages ...... 5-36 Active ...... 3-3 Hood ...... 10-5 Keyless Entry Headlamps Horn ...... 5-4 Remote (RKE) System . . . 2-4, 2-6 Adaptive Forward How to Wear Safety Belts Keys ...... 2-1 Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-4 Properly ...... 3-13 Aiming ...... 10-32 Hydraulic Clutch ...... 10-14 Automatic ...... 6-3 L Bulb Replacement ...... 10-32 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 10-61 Daytime Running I Lamps Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-2 Ignition Positions ...... 9-15, 9-17 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 6-2 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Ignition Transmission Lock Exterior Controls ...... 6-1 High Intensity Discharge Check ...... 10-29 Exterior Lamps Off (HID) Lighting ...... 10-33 Immobilizer ...... 2-23 Reminder ...... 6-2 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-26 Infants and Young Children, Exterior Lighting Battery High/Low Beam Changer ...... 6-2 Restraints ...... 3-36 Saver ...... 6-9 Lamps On Reminder ...... 5-26 Infotainment ...... 7-1 License Plate ...... 10-33, 10-34 Washer ...... 5-6 Instrument Cluster ...... 5-11 Malfunction Indicator ...... 5-19 Heated Instrument Panel Messages ...... 5-39 Steering Wheel ...... 5-4 Storage Area ...... 4-1 On Reminder ...... 5-26 Heated and Ventilated Front Introduction ...... iii Reading ...... 6-6 Seats ...... 3-9 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-14 Heated Mirrors ...... 2-27 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (7,1)

INDEX i-7

LATCH System Lights (cont'd) Lower Anchors and Tethers Replacing Parts after a Engine Oil Pressure ...... 5-25 for Children (LATCH Crash ...... 3-47 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 System) ...... 3-41 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Front Fog Lamp ...... 5-26 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 3-5 Tethers for Children ...... 3-41 High-Beam On ...... 5-26 Front Seats ...... 3-5 LED Lighting ...... 10-33 High/Low Beam Changer ...... 6-2 Liftgate Safety Belt Reminders ...... 5-16 M Carbon Monoxide ...... 2-18 Security ...... 5-26 ® Magnetic Ride Control ...... 9-38 Lighting StabiliTrak OFF ...... 5-23 Maintenance Adaptive Forward ...... 6-4 Tire Pressure ...... 5-25 Records ...... 11-17 Entry ...... 6-7 Traction Control System ® Maintenance Schedule Exit ...... 6-7 (TCS)/StabiliTrak ...... 5-24 Recommended Fluids Illumination Control ...... 6-6 Up-Shift ...... 5-23 and Lubricants ...... 11-13 LED ...... 10-33 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-39 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . 5-19 Parade Dimming ...... 6-7 Locks Manual Mode ...... 9-27 Lights Automatic Door ...... 2-15 Manual Transmission ...... 9-29 Airbag Readiness ...... 5-17 Central Door Unlocking Fluid ...... 10-14 Antilock Brake System System ...... 2-14 Memory Features ...... 1-9 (ABS) Warning ...... 5-23 Delayed Locking ...... 2-15 Memory Seats ...... 3-7 Brake System Warning ...... 5-21 Door ...... 2-12, 2-13 Messages Charging System ...... 5-19 Lockout Protection ...... 2-16 Airbag System ...... 5-43 Cruise Control ...... 5-27 Power Door ...... 2-15 Battery Voltage and Engine Coolant Safety ...... 2-16 Charging ...... 5-31 Temperature Warning ...... 5-24 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Brake System ...... 5-32 Low-Profile Tires ...... 10-60 Compass ...... 5-34 Door Ajar ...... 5-34 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (8,1)

i-8 INDEX

Messages (cont'd) N Older Children, Restraints . . . . . 3-34 Engine Cooling System ...... 5-34 Online Owner Center ...... 13-6 Navigation ® Engine Oil ...... 5-35 ® OnStar OnStar ...... 14-2 Engine Power ...... 5-36 System, In Brief ...... 1-24 Vehicle Data Recording Fuel System ...... 5-36 OnStar® Additional and Privacy ...... 13-20 Key and Lock ...... 5-36 Information ...... 14-5 Net Lamp ...... 5-39 OnStar® Connections ...... 14-4 Cargo ...... 4-4 Object Detection System . . . . .5-39 OnStar® Diagnostics ...... 14-5 Net, Convenience ...... 4-5 Ride Control System ...... 5-40 OnStar® Emergency ...... 14-2 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 9-14 Security ...... 5-43 OnStar® Navigation ...... 14-2 Service Vehicle ...... 5-43 OnStar® Overview ...... 14-1 Tire ...... 5-43 O OnStar® Security ...... 14-2 Transmission ...... 5-44 Object Detection System Operation, Infotainment Vehicle ...... 5-31 Messages ...... 5-39 System ...... 7-3 Vehicle Speed ...... 5-45 Object Detection, Side Blind Ordering Washer Fluid ...... 5-45 Zone Alert (SBZA) ...... 9-43 Service Publications ...... 13-16 Mirrors Odometer ...... 5-13 Outlets Automatic Dimming Trip ...... 5-13 Power ...... 5-9 Rearview ...... 2-27 Off-Road Overheated Engine Convex ...... 2-26 Recovery ...... 9-4 Protection Folding ...... 2-27 Oil Operating Mode ...... 10-23 Heated ...... 2-27 Engine ...... 10-10 Overheating, Engine ...... 10-22 Power ...... 2-26 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-12 Monitor System, Tire Engine Oil Pressure Pressure ...... 10-69 Gauge ...... 5-15 MP3 ...... 7-23 Messages ...... 5-35 Multi-band Antenna ...... 7-16 Pressure Light ...... 5-25 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (9,1)

INDEX i-9

P Power (cont'd) Rear Axle Protection, Battery ...... 6-8 Limited-Slip ...... 9-39 Parade Dimming ...... 6-7 Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-21 Rear Seats ...... 3-10 Park Seat Adjustment ...... 3-4 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 9-45 Shifting Into ...... 9-22 Steering Fluid ...... 10-23 Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 5-6 Shifting Out of ...... 9-23 Windows ...... 2-28 Rearview Mirrors Parking ...... 9-23 Pregnancy, Using Safety Automatic Dimming ...... 2-27 Assist, Ultrasonic ...... 9-42 Belts ...... 3-18 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-6 Brake ...... 9-33 Privacy Recommended Brake and P (Park) Radio Frequency Fuel ...... 9-48 Mechanism Check ...... 10-30 Identification (RFID) ...... 13-20 Recommended Fluids and Over Things That Burn ...... 9-24 Program Lubricants ...... 11-13 Passenger Airbag Status Courtesy Transportation . . . . 13-13 Records Indicator ...... 5-18 Proposition 65 Warning, Maintenance ...... 11-17 Passenger Compartment Air California ...... 10-3 Recreational Vehicle Filter ...... 8-6 Towing ...... 10-105 Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-27 Reimbursement Program, Perchlorate Materials R GM Mobility ...... 13-7 Requirements, California . . . . . 10-3 Radio Frequency Remote Keyless Entry Personalization Identification (RFID) ...... 13-20 (RKE) System ...... 2-4, 2-6 Vehicle ...... 5-46 Statement ...... 13-20 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 2-10 Phone Radios Replacement Bulbs ...... 10-35 Bluetooth ...... 7-35 AM-FM Radio ...... 7-8 Replacement Parts Power CD/DVD Player ...... 7-19 Airbags ...... 3-33 Door Locks ...... 2-15 Reception ...... 7-15 Maintenance ...... 11-15 Mirrors ...... 2-26 Satellite ...... 7-11 Replacing Airbag System ...... 3-33 Outlets ...... 5-9 Reading Lamps ...... 6-6 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (10,1)

i-10 INDEX

Replacing LATCH System S Seats (cont'd) Parts after a Crash ...... 3-47 Power Adjustment, Front ...... 3-4 Safety Belts ...... 3-12 Replacing Safety Belt Rear ...... 3-10 Care ...... 3-19 System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-19 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-6 Extender ...... 3-18 Reporting Safety Defects Securing Child How to Wear Safety Belts Canadian Government ...... 13-18 Restraints ...... 3-47, 3-50 Properly ...... 3-13 General Motors ...... 13-18 Security Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-14 U.S. Government ...... 13-17 Light ...... 5-26 Reminders ...... 5-16 Restraints Messages ...... 5-43 Replacing after a Crash ...... 3-19 Where to Put ...... 3-40 OnStar® ...... 14-2 Use During Pregnancy ...... 3-18 Retained Accessory Vehicle ...... 2-22 Safety Defects Reporting Power (RAP) ...... 9-21 Vehicle Alarm ...... 2-22 Canadian Government ...... 13-18 Ride Control Systems Service General Motors ...... 13-18 Limited Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-39 Accessories and U.S. Government ...... 13-17 Magnetic ...... 9-38 Modifications ...... 10-3 Safety Locks ...... 2-16 Messages ...... 5-40 Doing Your Own Work ...... 10-4 Safety System Check ...... 3-18 Roads Engine Soon Light ...... 5-19 Satellite Radio ...... 7-11 Driving, Wet ...... 9-6 Maintenance Records ...... 11-17 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 13-12 Roadside Service ...... 13-7, 13-9 Maintenance, General Sealant Kit, Tire ...... 10-83 Information ...... 11-1 Roof Seats Sunroof ...... 2-30 Parts Identification Label . . . . .12-1 Adjustment, Front ...... 3-3 Roof Rack System ...... 4-6 Publications Ordering Easy Entry Seat ...... 3-3 Rotation, Tires ...... 10-73 Information ...... 13-16 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . 12-5 Scheduling Appointments . . . 13-12 Heated and Ventilated Front . . . 3-9 Running the Vehicle While Vehicle Messages ...... 5-43 Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . 3-5 Parked ...... 9-25 Servicing the Airbag ...... 3-31 Memory ...... 3-7 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (11,1)

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Shift Lock Control Function Storage Areas Time ...... 5-9 Check, Automatic Cargo Cover ...... 4-2 Tires Transmission ...... 10-29 Cargo Management System . . . 4-3 Buying New Tires ...... 10-76 Shifting Center Console ...... 4-2 Chains ...... 10-81 Into Park ...... 9-22 Convenience Net ...... 4-5 Changing ...... 10-93 Out of Park ...... 9-23 Glove Box ...... 4-1 Compact Spare ...... 10-100 Side Blind Zone Alert ...... 9-43 Instrument Panel ...... 4-1 Designations ...... 10-64 Signals, Turn and Roof Rack System ...... 4-6 Different Size ...... 10-78 Lane-Change ...... 6-5 Storing the Tire If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 10-81 Spare Tire Sealant and Inflation Monitor System . . . . 10-70 Compact ...... 10-100 Compressor Kit ...... 10-91, 10-92 Inspection ...... 10-73 Specifications and Stuck Vehicle ...... 9-9 Low Profile ...... 10-60 Capacities ...... 12-2 Sun Visors ...... 2-30 Messages ...... 5-43 Speed Limiter, Engine ...... 5-14 Sunroof ...... 2-30 Pressure ...... 10-68 Speedometer ...... 5-13 Symbols ...... iv Pressure Light ...... 5-25 StabiliTrak System Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-69 OFF Light ...... 5-23 Infotainment ...... 7-1 Rotation ...... 10-73 System ...... 9-37 Roof Rack ...... 4-6 Sealant and Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 2-10 Compressor Kit ...... 10-83 Starter Switch Check ...... 10-28 T Sealant and Starting the Engine ...... 1-4, 9-19 Tachometer ...... 5-13 Compressor Kit, Steering ...... 9-4 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-5 Storing ...... 10-91, 10-92 Fluid, Power ...... 10-23 Theft-Deterrent Sidewall Labeling ...... 10-61 Heated Wheel ...... 5-4 Systems ...... 2-24, 2-25 Terminology and Wheel Adjustment ...... 5-2 Immobilizer ...... 2-23 Definitions ...... 10-64 Wheel Controls ...... 5-3 Thigh Support Adjustment ...... 3-6 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (12,1)

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Tires (cont'd) Transmission V Uniform Tire Quality Automatic ...... 9-25 Vehicle Grading ...... 10-78 Fluid, Automatic ...... 10-14 Alarm System ...... 2-22 Wheel Alignment and Tire Fluid, Manual ...... 10-14 Canadian Owners ...... iii Balance ...... 10-80 Messages ...... 5-44 Control ...... 9-3 Wheel Replacement ...... 10-80 Transportation Program, Identification When It Is Time for New Courtesy ...... 13-13 Number (VIN) ...... 12-1 Tires ...... 10-75 Trip Odometer ...... 5-13 Load Limits ...... 9-10 Winter ...... 10-60 Trunk ...... 2-17 Messages ...... 5-31 Towing Turn and Lane-Change Personalization ...... 5-46 Driving Characteristics ...... 9-53 Signals ...... 6-5 Remote Start ...... 2-10 Equipment ...... 9-57 Security ...... 2-22 General Information ...... 9-53 U Speed Messages ...... 5-45 Recreational Vehicle ...... 10-105 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...... 9-42 Towing ...... 10-105 Trailer ...... 9-56 Uniform Tire Quality Vehicle Care Vehicle ...... 10-105 Grading ...... 10-78 Storing the Tire Traction Universal Remote System . . . . . 5-53 Sealant and Control System (TCS) ...... 9-36 Operation ...... 5-57 Compressor Kit . . . . 10-91, 10-92 Control System (TCS)/ Programming ...... 5-53 Tire Pressure ...... 10-67 StabiliTrak® Light ...... 5-24 Up-Shift Light ...... 5-23 Ventilation, Air ...... 8-6 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-39 Using This Manual ...... iv Visors ...... 2-30 Trailer Towing ...... 9-56 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (13,1)

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W Winter Driving ...... 9-8 Warning Winter Tires ...... 10-60 Brake System Light ...... 5-21 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 10-30 Warning Lights, Gauges, Wipers and Indicators ...... 5-10 Rear Washer ...... 5-6 Warnings ...... iv Cautions and Danger ...... iv Hazard Flashers ...... 6-5 Washer Fluid ...... 10-24 Messages ...... 5-45 Washer, Headlamps ...... 5-6 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ...... 10-80 Different Size ...... 10-78 Replacement ...... 10-80 When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 10-75 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . 3-40 Windows ...... 2-27 Power ...... 2-28 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 5-4 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/12 Black plate (14,1)

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