Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 ...... 1-15 Roof Rack System ...... 4-6 Maintenance ...... 8-6 Performance and Maintenance ...... 1-21 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 ...... 9-15 Windows ...... 2-1 Indicators ...... 5-10 Exhaust ...... 9-25 Keys and Locks ...... 2-2 Information Displays ...... 5-27 Automatic ...... 9-26 Doors ...... 2-17 Vehicle Messages ...... 5-31 ...... 9-31 Vehicle Security...... 2-23 Vehicle Personalization ...... 5-46 Drive Systems ...... 9-33 Exterior Mirrors ...... 2-26 Universal Remote System . . . . 5-54 Brakes ...... 9-33 Interior Mirrors ...... 2-27 Ride Control Systems ...... 9-38 Windows ...... 2-28 Lighting ...... 6-1 Cruise Control ...... 9-41 Roof ...... 2-30 Exterior Lighting ...... 6-1 Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-43 Interior Lighting ...... 6-6 Fuel ...... 9-49 Seats and Restraints ...... 3-1 Lighting Features ...... 6-7 Trailer Towing...... 9-53 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-59 Front Seats ...... 3-3 Infotainment System ...... 7-1 Rear Seats ...... 3-11 Introduction ...... 7-1 Safety Belts ...... 3-12 Radio ...... 7-8 Airbag System ...... 3-20 Audio Players ...... 7-16 Child Restraints ...... 3-33 Phone ...... 7-35 Trademarks and License Agreements ...... 7-43 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Vehicle Care ...... 10-1 Technical Data ...... 12-1 General Information ...... 10-3 Vehicle Identification ...... 12-1 Vehicle Checks ...... 10-4 Vehicle Data ...... 12-2 Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-34 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-35 Customer Information ...... 13-1 Electrical System ...... 10-37 Customer Information ...... 13-1 Wheels and Tires ...... 10-61 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-12 Jump Starting ...... 10-105 Vehicle Data Recording and Towing the Vehicle ...... 10-109 Privacy...... 13-14 Appearance Care ...... 10-112 OnStar ...... 14-1 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 OnStar Overview...... 14-1 General Information ...... 11-1 OnStar Services ...... 14-2 Cadillac Premium Care OnStar Additional Maintenance ...... 11-3 Information ...... 14-5 Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-4 Index ...... i-1 Special Application Services ...... 11-10 Additional Maintenance and Care ...... 11-10 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...... 11-13 Maintenance Records ...... 11-17 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 manual can be due to changes subsequent to the obtained from your dealer, at printing of this owner manual. www.helminc.com, 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, savant: 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 { Warning To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the Text marked { Warning provides back of the manual. It is an information on risk of accident or alphabetical list of what is in the injury. Disregarding this manual and the page number where information may lead to injury. it can be found. A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Danger, Warnings, and Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” Cautions { Caution Text marked { Caution provides Symbols { Danger information that may indicate a The vehicle has components and hazard that could result in injury labels that use symbols instead of Text marked { Danger provides or death. It could also result in text. Symbols are shown along with information on risk of fatal injury. possible damage to the vehicle. the text describing the operation or Disregarding this information may information relating to a specific endanger life. component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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* : This symbol is shown when # : Fog Lamps you need to see a service manual . : Fuel Gauge for additional instructions or information. + : Fuses Vehicle Symbol Chart 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle ( : Heated Steering Wheel and what they mean. For more j : LATCH System Child information on the symbol, refer to Restraints the Index. * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Airbag Readiness Light 9 : : Oil Pressure : Air Conditioning # } : Power ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) / : Remote Vehicle Start % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls > or OnStar® : Safety Belt Reminders $ : Brake System Warning Light 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d ® " : Charging System : Traction Control/StabiliTrak I : Cruise Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2 NOTES Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

In Brief 1-1

In Brief Head Restraint Navigation System ...... 1-17 Adjustment ...... 1-10 Driver Information Safety Belts ...... 1-10 Center (DIC) ...... 1-18 Instrument Panel Passenger Sensing Rear Vision Instrument Panel ...... 1-2 System ...... 1-11 Camera (RVC) ...... 1-19 Steering Wheel Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-19 Initial Drive Information Adjustment ...... 1-11 Power Outlets ...... 1-19 Initial Drive Information ...... 1-4 Interior Lighting ...... 1-12 Universal Remote System . . . 1-19 Starting the Engine ...... 1-4 Exterior Lighting ...... 1-12 Sunroof ...... 1-20 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-13 System ...... 1-4 Climate Controls ...... 1-14 Performance and Maintenance Remote Vehicle Start ...... 1-5 Transmission ...... 1-14 Traction Control/Electronic Door Locks ...... 1-5 Stability Control ...... 1-21 Liftgate ...... 1-6 Vehicle Features Tire Pressure Monitor ...... 1-21 Trunk Release ...... 1-7 Radio(s) ...... 1-15 Engine Oil Life System ...... 1-22 Windows ...... 1-8 Satellite Radio ...... 1-15 Driving for Better Fuel Seat Adjustment ...... 1-8 Portable Audio Devices ...... 1-16 Economy ...... 1-23 Memory Features ...... 1-9 Bluetooth® ...... 1-16 Roadside Service ...... 1-23 Heated and Ventilated Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-16 OnStar® ...... 1-23 Seats ...... 1-10 Cruise Control ...... 1-17 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

1-2 In Brief

Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents on page 8-6. 11. Hazard Warning Flashers on 18. Data Link Connector (DLC) 2. Driver Information Center (DIC) page 6-4. (Out of View). See Malfunction on page 5-27. 12. Navigation Display Brightness Indicator Lamp on page 5-19. 3. Instrument Panel Illumination Control (If Equipped). See 19. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Control on page 6-6. Infotainment on page 7-1. page 5-2. 4. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and 13. Infotainment on page 7-1. 20. Horn on page 5-4. Lane-Change Signals on 14. Parking Brake Release Lever. 21. Steering Wheel Controls on page 6-5. See Parking Brake (Manual) on page 5-3. 5. Instrument Cluster on page 5-11. page 9-34 or Parking Brake 22. Heated and Ventilated Front (Electric) on page 9-35. 6. Windshield Wiper/Washer on Seats on page 3-9. page 5-4. 15. Hood Release. See Hood on 23. Dual Automatic Climate Control page 10-5. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on System on page 8-1. page 5-6 (If Equipped). 16. Cruise Control on page 9-41. 24. Parking Brake Button. See 7. Navigation Button (If Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel on Parking Brake (Manual) on See Infotainment on page 7-1. page 5-4 (If Equipped). page 9-34 or Parking Brake (Electric) on page 9-35. 8. Traction Control/Electronic Traction Control System (TCS) Stability Control on page 9-38. Disable Button (CTS-V Model 25. Shift Lever. See Automatic Only). See Traction Control/ Transmission on page 9-26 or Magnetic Ride Control on Electronic Stability Control on Manual Transmission on page 9-40 (CTS-V Model Only). page 9-38. page 9-31. 9. Clock on page 5-9. 17. Tap Shift Controls (If 26. Instrument Panel Storage on 10. Passenger Sensing System on Equipped). Located on the rear page 4-1. page 3-26. of the steering wheel. See Power Outlets on page 5-9. Manual Mode on page 9-28. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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. and Coupe Shown

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 can vary depending on the Personalization on page 5-46. temperature. This is normal Press and hold for about Key Access operation. one second V / 8 to unlock the trunk/liftgate. Press L and release to locate the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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. Turn on the hazard warning Press and hold for 2. Immediately after completing L flashers. three seconds to sound the panic Step 1, press and hold / for at alarm. least four seconds or until the . Turn the vehicle on and then off. turn signal lamps flash. Press L again to cancel the panic See Remote Vehicle Start on alarm. 3. After entering the vehicle during page 2-11. 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 use the door lock knob on top of the See Keys on page 2-2 and Remote lamps will turn on and remain on as doors. Keyless Entry (RKE) System long as the engine is running. The Operation (Keyless Access) on doors will be locked and the climate Wagon/Sedan Model page 2-4 or Remote Keyless Entry control system may come on. From inside, pull a front door handle (RKE) System Operation (Key to unlock. Pulling the door handle Access) on page 2-9. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a again unlatches the door. For a rear door use the door lock knob on the Remote Vehicle Start 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once. top of the door. If equipped with this feature, the From the outside, turn the key engine can be started from outside Canceling a Remote Start toward the front or rear of the of the vehicle. To cancel a remote start do any of vehicle, or press Q or K on the Starting the Vehicle the following: Remote Keyless Entry . Aim the RKE transmitter at the (RKE) transmitter. 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle vehicle and press and hold / and press and release on the Q until the parking lamps turn off. transmitter. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

1-6 In Brief

See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Power Door Locks Liftgate System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 2-4 or Remote Keyless Power Liftgate Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 2-9. Coupe Model To open a door from the inside, press the door latch button, or pull the manual door release handle on the driver side floor. See Door Locks on page 2-13. From the outside, use the key to unlock the trunk then pull the Sedan/Wagon Shown, Coupe manual door release handle, Similar or press or K on the Q Q : Press to lock the doors. Vehicles with an automatic RKE transmitter. K : Press to unlock the doors. transmission must be in P (Park) See Door Locks on page 2-13 and and a manual transmission must be Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) See Power Door Locks on in Neutral to operate the power System Operation (Keyless Access) page 2-15. liftgate. on page 2-4 or Remote Keyless To open the liftgate from inside, Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key select the mode then press the Access) on page 2-9. center of the button. See Liftgate on page 2-19 for more information on programming the height opening settings. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To open the liftgate with the Remote Trunk Release . Press V on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. press and hold 8 on the . Use the key in the trunk lock RKE transmitter. . To open the liftgate from outside the If equipped with the Keyless Access vehicle, press the touch pad on the system, the RKE transmitter must outside liftgate handle. be within 1 m (3 ft) of the trunk for it Manual Operation of the Power to be recognized. The trunk can then be opened by the trunk release Liftgate button above the license plate. See With the vehicle in P (Park) for an Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or Neutral Operation (Keyless Access) See for a manual transmission, turn the Trunk on page 2-17. liftgate mode switch to OFF and unlock the doors. Press the touch To open the trunk: pad under the liftgate handle and . Press the trunk release button pull up on the handle. To close the on the driver door. The shift liftgate, pull down on the pull cup. lever must be in P (Park) or See Liftgate on page 2-19. N (Neutral) for automatic transmissions. For manual transmissions the shift lever must be in Neutral and the parking brake set. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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

Coupe Shown, Sedan/Wagon 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 If available, memory buttons 1 and 2 decrease support to the entire page 3-5. seatback. on the driver door are used to save and recall memory settings for the See Lumbar Adjustment on driver seat cushion and seatback, page 3-5. outside mirrors, and the power tilt steering column position (if equipped). See Memory Seats on page 3-7 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5-46. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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. M restraint height in the proper . 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. A ventilated seat has a fan Children (LATCH System) on and Seat Adjustment on page 3-3. that pulls or pushes air through the page 3-41. seat. The air is not cooled. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status 3. Pull or push the steering wheel System indicator will be visible on the closer or away from you. instrument panel when the vehicle is 4. Pull the lever up to lock the started. See Passenger Airbag steering wheel in place. Status Indicator on page 5-18. Power Tilt Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment

United States

If equipped with the power tilt and Canada and Mexico telescoping wheel, the control is on the left side of the steering column. The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard . Push the control up or down to passenger frontal airbag under tilt the steering wheel up certain conditions. No other airbag or down. To adjust the steering wheel: is affected by the passenger . Push the control forward or sensing system. See Passenger 1. Pull the lever down. rearward to move the steering Sensing System on page 3-26. 2. Move the steering wheel up wheel toward the front or rear of or down. the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Do not adjust the steering wheel Exterior Lighting ; : Turns on the parking lamps while driving. including all lamps, except the headlamps. Interior Lighting 5 : Turns on the headlamps Reading Lamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. The reading lamps are on the overhead console. These lamps See: come on automatically when any . Exterior Lamp Controls on door is opened. The exterior lamp control is toward the end of the turn signal lever. page 6-1. For manual operation, press the . : Turn the band with this Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) button next to each lamp to turn it O on page 6-2. on or off. symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps. . Fog Lamps on page 6-5. If the reading lamps are left on, they automatically shut off 10 minutes The exterior lamp control has four after the ignition has been positions: turned off. O : Turns off all lamps, except the For more information, see: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). . Reading Lamps on page 6-6. AUTO: Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, . Instrument Panel Illumination depending on outside lighting. Control on page 6-6. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Windshield Wiper/Washer ( : Use to turn the wipers off. Sedan and Coupe Model 3 : For a delayed wiping cycle. K : Press the button with Turn the band up for more frequent this symbol, on the end of the wipes or down for less frequent windshield washer lever, to wash wipes. the windshield. The washer fluid sprays onto the windshield and 1: Use for slow wipes. the wipers run for a few cycles 2: Use for fast wipes. to clear the windshield. Press and Sedan and Coupe Model K Windshield Washer hold for more wash cycles. Wagon Model { Warning Pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield. The In freezing weather, do not use spray continues until the lever is the washer until the windshield is released. The wipers will run a few Wagon Model warmed. Otherwise the washer times. fluid can form ice on the The windshield wiper lever is on the windshield, blocking your vision. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on right side of the steering column. page 5-4 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 5-6 (if equipped). Move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. 8 : Use for a single wipe. Briefly move the lever down and release. For several wipes, hold the lever down. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 DSC allows shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever, or the Tap Shift controls on the back of the steering wheel (if equipped). See Manual Mode on page 9-28. Manual Transmission Skip Shift (CTS-V) Under light acceleration, the 1. Driver and Passenger Displays 8. Temperature and Heated/ transmission will only allow shifting Ventilated Seat from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth). This 2. Fan helps improve fuel mileage. Under 3. Power 9. Air Conditioning harder acceleration, Skip Shift is disabled, and all gears are 4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 10. Recirculation available. See Manual Transmission 11. Outside Air 5. PASS (Passenger Climate on page 9-31. Control) 12. Rear Window Defogger 6. Defrost See Dual Automatic Climate Control 7. Air Delivery Mode System on page 8-1. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Vehicle Features Storing a Favorite Station 2. Press and hold the right adjustment button to move the A maximum of 36 stations can be clock hands forward, or the left programmed as favorites using the Radio(s) adjustment button to make the six softkeys below the radio station clock hands go backward. VOL/ O : Press to turn the system frequency tabs on the display and Holding either button down will on and off. Turn to increase or by using the radio favorites page cause the clock to advance decrease the volume. button (FAV button). Press the FAV faster. Release the button before button to go through up to six pages FM/AM: Press to select between the desired time is reached. FM or AM. of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each 3. Press and release either button ® m : Press to select SiriusXM , page of favorites can contain any to adjust the time by one minute if equipped. combination of AM, FM, or SiriusXM increments. TUNE/TONE: Turn to select radio stations. For more information on setting the stations. For more information, see AM-FM clock, see Clock on page 5-9. ¨ SEEK or © SEEK: Press to seek Radio on page 7-8. Satellite Radio the next or previous station. Setting the Clock INFO: Press to display additional Vehicles with a SiriusXM® satellite The analog clock is on the information that may be available for radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM instrument panel above the radio. the current song. When information satellite radio subscription can The clock is not connected with any is not available, No Information receive SiriusXM programming. other vehicle system and runs by displays. itself. To adjust the clock: For more information about these 1. Locate the adjustment buttons and other radio features, see directly below the clock face. Operation on page 7-3. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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SiriusXM Satellite Radio Portable Audio Devices Steering Wheel Controls Service Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm SiriusXM is a satellite radio service (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB based in the 48 contiguous United port in the center console. External States and 10 Canadian provinces. devices such as iPods®, laptop SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide computers, MP3 players, CD variety of programming and changers, and USB drives may be commercial-free music, coast to connected, depending on the audio coast, and in digital-quality sound. system. A fee is required to receive the See Auxiliary Devices on page 7-33. SiriusXM service. Refer to: Bluetooth® . www.siriusxm.com or call The Bluetooth® system allows 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.). users with a Bluetooth-enabled Some audio steering wheel controls . www.xmradio.ca or call mobile phone to make and receive could differ depending on the 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). hands-free calls using the vehicle vehicle's options. Controls that can audio system and controls. See Satellite Radio on page 7-10. be adjusted at the steering wheel The Bluetooth-enabled mobile may include: phone must be paired with the SRCE: Press to switch between in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it AM, FM, or SiriusXM (if equipped) can be used in the vehicle. Not all radio, CD, HDD (if equipped), phones will support all functions. auxiliary input jack, DVD (if See Bluetooth on page 7-35. equipped), and USB (if equipped). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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. For vehicles with a navigation or / : Press to go to the +RES: Press briefly to make the y c z system, OnStar, or Bluetooth, next or previous radio station stored vehicle resume to a previously set as a favorite, or the previous or next press and hold b / g for speed, or press and hold to track of a CD. two seconds and say “hands accelerate. If cruise control is ® free” to interact with OnStar or already active, use to increase Press to interact with the Bluetooth Bluetooth. vehicle speed. system. See Bluetooth on page 7-35 for more information. For more information, see Steering −SET: Press briefly to set the Wheel Controls on page 5-3. speed and activate cruise control. + e −: Press to increase or to If cruise control is already active, decrease the volume. Cruise Control use to decrease vehicle speed. b / g : Press and release to [ : Press to cancel cruise control silence the vehicle speakers only. without erasing the set speed from The audio of the wireless and wired memory. headphones, if the vehicle has See Cruise Control on page 9-41. these features, does not mute. Press and release b / g again, to Navigation System turn the sound on. If the vehicle has a navigation . For vehicles with a navigation system, there is a separate system, press and hold b / g for infotainment manual that includes two seconds to initiate speech information on the radio, audio recognition. players, and navigation system. . For vehicles without a navigation CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar system, press and hold b / g for I : Press to turn the system on or two seconds to interact with ® off. The indicator light on the button OnStar or Bluetooth. turns on when cruise control is on. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The navigation system provides V : Press to reset certain DIC detailed maps of most major features and to acknowledge DIC freeways and roads. After a warning messages and clear them destination has been set, the from the DIC display. system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the y or z : Press to scroll up and destination. In addition, the system down the menu items. can help locate a variety of points of See Driver Information Center (DIC) interest (POIs), such as banks, on page 5-27. airports, restaurants, and more. Vehicle Customization Driver Information Some vehicle features can be Center (DIC) The DIC buttons are on the programmed by using the DIC buttons on the instrument panel The DIC display is at the bottom of instrument panel next to the steering wheel. next to the steering wheel. These the instrument cluster. It shows the features include: status of many vehicle systems and 3 : Press to scroll through the . enables access to the trip and fuel displays. Language personalization menu. . T : Press to scroll through the Door Lock and Unlock Settings vehicle information displays. . Lighting U : Press to customize the feature . Chime Volume settings on your vehicle. See . Memory Settings Vehicle Personalization on page 5-46. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-46. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Rear Vision Parking Assist (URPA) uses audible On the CTS Wagon there is an beeps to provide distance and additional accessory power outlet Camera (RVC) system information. near the rear cargo net that is The rear vision camera displays a Keep the sensors on the vehicle's powered at all times. view of the area behind the vehicle rear bumper clean to ensure proper Remove the cover to access and on either the navigation screen or operation. replace when not in use. the inside rearview mirror when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on See Power Outlets on page 5-9. Once shifted out of R (Reverse), the page 9-43. navigation screen will go back to the Universal Remote System last screen that had been displayed, Power Outlets after a delay or the video image Accessory power outlets can be automatically disappears from the used to plug in electrical equipment, inside rearview mirror. such as a cell phone or MP3 player. To clean the camera lens above the There are three accessory power license plate, rinse it with water and outlets. The power outlets below the wipe it with a soft cloth. climate control system, inside the See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on center console, and on the rear of The Universal Home Remote page 9-46. the center console are powered System allows for garage door while the vehicle is in ON/RUN, openers, security systems, and Ultrasonic Parking Assist START or ACC/ACCESSORY home automation devices to be mode, or until the driver door is programmed to work with these If equipped, this system uses opened within 10 minutes of turning buttons in the vehicle. sensors on the rear bumper to off the vehicle. assist with parking and avoiding See Universal Remote System on objects while in R (Reverse). page 5-54. It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). Ultrasonic Rear Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

1-20 In Brief

Sunroof Open/Close: Press and hold the Express Open/Express Close: front or rear of the switch (1) to open Press and release the rear or front If the vehicle has a power sunroof, it or close the sunshade. of the switch (2) to express open or will only operate when the ignition is express close the sunroof. To stop in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, Express Open/Express Close: Press and release the rear or front the sunroof partway, press the or when Retained Accessory switch (2) a second time. Power (RAP) is active. See Ignition of the switch (1) to express open or Positions (Keyless Access) on express close the sunshade. To Comfort Stop: The sunroof has a page 9-15 or Ignition Positions (Key stop the sunshade partway, press comfort stop feature that stops Access) on page 9-17 and Retained the switch (1) a second time. the sunroof from opening to the Accessory Power (RAP) on The passenger side switch (2) full-open position. Press the rear of page 9-22. operates the sunroof. the sunroof switch (2) to the first detent to open the sunroof to the Vent: Coupe only, press and hold comfort open position. Press the the front of the switch (2) to vent rear of the switch (2) again to fully the sunroof. The sunshade will open the sunroof. automatically open approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press and hold the See Sunroof on page 2-30. rear of the switch (2) to close the sunroof vent.

The driver side switch (1) operates the sunshade. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

In Brief 1-21

. Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button Tire Pressure Monitor Performance and Y again to turn traction control Maintenance back on. This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). . To turn off both traction control Traction Control/ and electronic stability control, Electronic Stability press and hold the TCS/ Y Control StabiliTrak button on the instrument panel (CTS) or The Traction Control System (TCS) steering wheel (CTS-V) until g limits wheel spin. The system turns illuminates and the appropriate on automatically every time the DIC message displays. See vehicle is started. The low tire pressure warning light Ride Control System Messages alerts to a significant loss in StabiliTrak assists with directional on page 5-41. pressure of one of the vehicle's control of the vehicle in difficult . Press the TCS/StabiliTrak tires. If the warning light comes on, driving conditions. The system turns Y stop as soon as possible and inflate on automatically every time the button again to turn on both systems. the tires to the recommended vehicle is started. pressure shown on the Tire and . To turn off TCS, press and See Traction Control/Electronic Loading Information label. See release the TCS/StabiliTrak Stability Control on page 9-38. Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-11. button Y on the instrument The warning light will remain on until panel (CTS) or the steering the tire pressure is corrected. wheel (CTS-V). The appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5-41. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

1-22 In Brief

The low tire pressure warning light Resetting the Oil Life System The oil life system can also be reset may come on in cool weather when 1. Using the DIC, display OIL LIFE as follows: the vehicle is first started, and then REMAINING. See Driver 1. Turn the ignition on with the turn off as the vehicle is driven. This Information Center (DIC) on engine off. may be an early indicator that the page 5-27 and Engine Oil 2. Fully press and release the tire pressures are getting low and Messages on page 5-36. the tires need to be inflated to the accelerator pedal three times proper pressure. 2. Press V and hold for within five seconds. The TPMS does not replace normal two seconds to clear the If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL monthly tire maintenance. Maintain CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON SOON message is not on, the the correct tire pressures. message and reset the oil life system is reset. at 100%. See Tire Pressure Monitor System See Engine Oil Life System on on page 10-72. Be careful not to reset the oil life page 10-13. display accidentally at any time Engine Oil Life System other than after the oil is changed. It cannot be reset The engine oil life system calculates accurately until the next oil engine oil life based on vehicle use change. and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

In Brief 1-23

Driving for Better Fuel . Combine several trips into a OnStar® single trip. Economy If equipped, this vehicle has a . Replace the vehicle's tires with comprehensive, in-vehicle system Driving habits can affect fuel the same TPC Spec number that can connect to a live Advisor mileage. Here are some driving tips molded into the tire's sidewall for Emergency, Security, Navigation, to get the best fuel economy near the size. possible. Connection, and Diagnostic . Follow recommended scheduled Services. See OnStar Overview on . Avoid fast starts and accelerate maintenance. page 14-1. smoothly. . Brake gradually and avoid Roadside Service abrupt stops. U.S.: 1-800-224-1400 . Avoid idling the engine for long Canada: 1-800-882-1112 periods of time. TTY Users (U.S. Only): . When road and weather 1-888-889-2438 conditions are appropriate, use cruise control. New Cadillac owners are automatically enrolled in the . Always follow posted speed Roadside Service Program. limits or drive more slowly when conditions require. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. . Keep vehicle tires properly inflated. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

1-24 In Brief

2 NOTES Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1

Keys, Doors, and Delayed Locking ...... 2-15 Exterior Mirrors Automatic Door Locks ...... 2-16 Convex Mirrors ...... 2-26 Windows Lockout Protection ...... 2-16 Power Mirrors ...... 2-27 Safety Locks (Sedan and Folding Mirrors ...... 2-27 Wagon) ...... 2-16 Heated Mirrors ...... 2-27 Keys and Locks Keys ...... 2-2 Doors Interior Mirrors Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Trunk ...... 2-17 Automatic Dimming Rearview System ...... 2-4 Liftgate ...... 2-19 Mirror ...... 2-27 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Vehicle Security Windows Access) ...... 2-4 Vehicle Security ...... 2-23 Windows ...... 2-28 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Vehicle Alarm System ...... 2-23 Power Windows ...... 2-28 System Operation (Key Immobilizer ...... 2-24 Sun Visors ...... 2-30 Access) ...... 2-9 Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) ...... 2-24 Roof Remote Vehicle Start ...... 2-11 Sunroof ...... 2-30 Door Locks ...... 2-13 Immobilizer Operation Central Door Unlocking (Keyless Access) ...... 2-25 System ...... 2-15 Power Door Locks ...... 2-15 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

2-2 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks Keys

{ Warning

Leaving children in a vehicle with an ignition key or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the One of the following keys comes Key Access power window or other controls or with the vehicle. make the vehicle move. The This key is used for the driver door, windows will function with the key ignition, and glove box. in the ignition or with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key or an RKE transmitter. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-3

Keyless Access Keyless Access Key Access This key, inside the transmitter, is If the vehicle has the Keyless If the vehicle has the Key Access used for the driver door, glove box, Access System, the transmitter has System, there is no key in the and rear seat pass-through door. a thin button near the bottom of the transmitter. See “Rear Seat Pass-Through” transmitter used to remove the key. under Trunk on page 2-17. Press the button and pull the key { Caution out. Do not pull the key out without pressing the button. If the transmitter does not have a button near the base, do not pull on the chrome base of the transmitter. Pulling on the base of this transmitter could damage it. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows

This vehicle may have the Key Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry Access System or a Keyless Access System. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation (RKE) System Operation (Keyless See Radio Frequency Statement on (Keyless Access) Access) on page 2-4 or Remote page 13-15. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Keyless Entry (RKE) System If there is a decrease in the RKE transmitter will work up to 60 m Operation (Key Access) on operating range: (195 ft) away. page 2-9. See Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9-15 or . Check the distance. The The Keyless Access system locks Ignition Positions (Key Access) on transmitter may be too far from and unlocks the doors and trunk page 9-17 for information on starting the vehicle. without pressing the buttons on the RKE transmitter. The RKE the vehicle. . Check the location. Other transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) vehicles or objects may be If the vehicle has an ignition and it of the door or trunk being opened. becomes difficult to turn the key, blocking the signal. inspect the key blade for debris. . Check the transmitter's battery. Keyless Unlocking Periodically clean with a brush See “Battery Replacement” later With the RKE transmitter within 1 m or pick. in this section. (3 ft), approach the front door and See your dealer if a new key is . If the transmitter is still not pull the handle to unlock and open needed. working correctly, see your the door. On some models there is a touch sensor on the door handle. Contact Roadside Service if locked dealer or a qualified technician If the transmitter is recognized, the out of the vehicle. See Roadside for service. door will unlock and open. Service on page 13-5. To access the rear doors first, pull With an active OnStar subscription, the rear door handle once to unlock an OnStar Advisor may remotely all doors and a second time to open unlock the vehicle. If equipped, see the door. “OnStar”. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-5

Entering any door other than the There are other conditions that pressing Q on the RKE transmitter, driver door will cause all of the affect the performance of the see “Remote Door Lock Feedback” doors to unlock. This is not transmitter. See Remote Keyless under Vehicle Personalization on customizable. Entry (RKE) System on page 2-4. page 5-46. To customize which doors unlock K (Unlock): Press once to unlock when the driver door is opened, see only the driver door. The turn signal “Keyless Unlock” under Vehicle indicators flash twice. Personalization on page 5-46. Press K twice within five seconds Keyless Locking to unlock all the doors. The interior The doors lock after several lamps may come on. seconds if all doors are closed and To program the vehicle so the turn at least one RKE transmitter has signal indicators do not flash and been removed from the interior of the fog lamps and back up lamps the vehicle. To customize if the – remain on steady for about doors automatically lock upon 20 seconds when the RKE exiting the vehicle, see Keyless “ With Remote Start Shown, without transmitter is used to unlock the Locking under Vehicle ” and Wagon Similar vehicle, see Remote Door Unlock Personalization on page 5-46. “ Q (Lock): Press once to lock the Feedback” under Vehicle Keyless Trunk/Liftgate Opening doors. The turn signal indicators Personalization on page 5-46. Press the trunk/liftgate release flash. When Q is pressed twice, the For vehicles with the memory button above the license plate to turn signal indicators flash twice, feature, press K on the RKE open the trunk/liftgate if the RKE and the horn sounds once to transmitter to program and recall the transmitter is within range. See confirm locking. memory settings. See Memory Trunk on page 2-17 for additional Seats on page 3-7. information. To program the vehicle so the turn signal indicators do not flash and the horn does not sound when Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows

/ (Remote Start): Press to The vehicle comes with two Programming with a Recognized operate the remote start feature. transmitters. Each transmitter will Transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start on have a number on top of it, A new transmitter can be page 2-11. “1” or “2.” These numbers programmed to the vehicle when correspond to the driver of the V / 8 (Remote Trunk/Liftgate there is one recognized transmitter. vehicle. For example, the memory For vehicles sold in Canada, two Release): Press and hold for about seat position for driver 1 will be one second to unlock the trunk/ recognized transmitters are required recalled when using the transmitter to program a new transmitter. liftgate. The automatic transmission labeled “1,” if enabled through the must be in P (Park) or the manual DIC. See Memory Seats on 1. Make sure the vehicle is off. transmission must be in Neutral with page 3-7 and Vehicle the parking brake set. 2. Place the recognized Personalization on page 5-46. transmitter(s) in the cupholder. (Vehicle Locator/Panic L Programming Transmitters to Have the new transmitter Alarm): Press and release to available with you. locate the vehicle. The horn sounds the Vehicle 3. Insert the vehicle key into the three times and the turn signal Only RKE transmitters programmed key lock cylinder on the outside lamps flash three times. to the vehicle will work. If a of the driver door. transmitter is lost or stolen, a Press and hold for L replacement can be purchased and 4. Turn the key to the unlock three seconds to sound the panic programmed through your dealer. position five times within alarm. The horn sounds and the The vehicle can be reprogrammed five seconds. turn signal lamps flash for so that lost or stolen transmitters no 5. The Driver Information Center 30 seconds. Press and release L longer work. Each vehicle can have (DIC) displays READY TO again to stop the alarm. up to four transmitters matched to it. LEARN ELECTRONIC KEY #2, 3 or 4. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-7

9. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press K on the RKE transmitter two times. 10. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 6–9. Programming without a Recognized Transmitter United States owners are permitted to program a new transmitter to their vehicle when a recognized 6. Place the new transmitter into transmitter is not available. The 2. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket with the Canadian immobilizer standard the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the requires that Canadian owners see buttons facing the front of the vehicle. The transmitter pocket their dealer for programming new vehicle. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console transmitters when two recognized is inside the center console storage area between the driver transmitters are not available. storage area between the driver and front passenger seats. and front passenger seats. The procedure requires three 7. A beep sounds once the 10-minute cycles to complete the 3. Insert the vehicle key into the transmitter is programmed. The matching process. key lock cylinder on the DIC displays READY TO LEARN driver door. 1. Make sure the vehicle is off. ELECTRONIC KEY #3 or 4, 4. Turn the key to the unlock or MAXIMUM # ELECTRONIC position five times within KEYS LEARNED. five seconds. 8. Press the ignition control knob to exit programming mode. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows

5. The DIC displays PRESS 13. A beep sounds once Starting the Vehicle with a Low START CONTROL TO programming is complete. Transmitter Battery LEARN KEYS. The DIC displays READY Replace the battery if the REPLACE 6. Press the ignition switch in. TO LEARN ELECTRONIC KEY # 2. BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY 7. The DIC reads LEARN DELAY message displays in the DIC. See ACTIVE WAIT XX MIN and To program additional “Replace Battery In Remote Key” counts down to zero. transmitters, insert each under Key and Lock Messages on transmitter in the pocket page 5-37 for additional information. 8. The DIC displays PRESS until a beep is heard and the START CONTROL TO LEARN DIC advances to the next If the transmitter battery is weak, the KEYS again. electronic key number. Up to DIC may display ELECTRONIC eight transmitters can be KEY NOT DETECTED when you try 9. Press the ignition switch in to start the vehicle. To start the again. programmed. The DIC displays MAXIMUM # ELECTRONIC vehicle, place the transmitter in 10. Repeat Steps 7, 8, and 9. KEYS LEARNED and exits the the center console storage area transmitter pocket with the buttons 11. The DIC reads LEARN DELAY programming mode. facing to the front of the vehicle. ACTIVE WAIT XX MIN and 14. Press the ignition control knob Then, with the vehicle in P (Park) or counts down to zero. if programming is complete. N (Neutral), press the brake pedal 12. A beep sounds and the DIC and the ignition control knob. See 15. Press K on each newly reads READY TO LEARN Starting the Engine on page 9-20, programmed transmitter to ELECTRONIC KEY # X. All for additional information about the complete the process. previously known transmitter vehicle's electronic keyless ignition. programming has been erased. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-9

Battery Replacement transmitter and pulling the key Remote Keyless Entry out. Do not pull the key out without pressing the button. (RKE) System Operation { Caution (Key Access) 2. Separate the transmitter with a When replacing the battery, do flat, thin object inserted into the The RKE transmitter works up to not touch any of the circuitry on slot on the side of the 20 m (65 ft) away. the transmitter. Static from your transmitter. Other conditions can affect the body could damage the Do not try to separate the performance of the transmitter. See transmitter. transmitter by inserting a flat, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) thin object into the key slot. This System on page 2-4. will permanently damage the transmitter. 3. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery. 5. Snap the transmitter back together. 6. Reinstall the key into the transmitter. 1. Remove the key from the Coupe Shown, Wagon and Sedan transmitter by pressing the thin Similar button near the bottom of the Do not pull on the chrome base of the transmitter. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Q (Lock): Press to lock all of the V / 8 (Remote Trunk/Liftgate The vehicle comes with two doors. Release): Press and hold for about transmitters. Each transmitter will have a number on top of it, If enabled through the Driver one second to unlock the trunk/ “1” or “2.” These numbers Information Center (DIC), the liftgate. The automatic transmission must be in P (Park) or the manual correspond to the driver of the parking lamps may flash once to vehicle. For example, the memory indicate locking has occurred. The transmission must be in Neutral with the parking brake set. seat position for driver 1 will be horn may chirp when Q is pressed recalled when using the transmitter again within five seconds. See L (Vehicle Locator/Panic labeled “1,” if enabled through the Vehicle Personalization on Alarm): Press and release to DIC. See Memory Seats on page 5-46. locate the vehicle. The turn signal page 3-7 and Vehicle lamps flash and the horn sounds Personalization on page 5-46. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the three times. driver door. If K is pressed again Programming Transmitters to within five seconds, all remaining Press and hold L for the Vehicle doors unlock. The interior lamps three seconds to activate the Only RKE transmitters programmed come on and stay on for 20 seconds panic alarm. The turn signal lamps to the vehicle will work. If a or until the ignition is turned on. flash and the horn sounds for 30 seconds. The alarm turns off transmitter is lost or stolen, a If enabled through the DIC, the when the ignition is moved to replacement can be purchased and parking lamps flash twice to indicate START or L is pressed again. The programmed through your dealer. unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle When the replacement transmitter is ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for Personalization on page 5-46. programmed to the vehicle, all the panic alarm to work. remaining transmitters must also be programmed. Any lost or stolen transmitters no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11

Battery Replacement Remote Vehicle Start Replace the battery if the REPLACE This vehicle may have a remote BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY starting feature that allows you to message displays in the DIC. See start the engine from outside the “Replace Battery In Remote Key” vehicle. under Key and Lock Messages on / page 5-37. (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start. { Caution The automatic climate control may When replacing the battery, do begin to heat or cool your vehicle not touch any of the circuitry on during remote start depending on the transmitter. Static from your To replace the battery: the temperature inside and outside body could damage the 1. Separate the transmitter with a of the vehicle. The windshield transmitter. flat, thin object inserted into the defroster and/or rear window notch, above the metal base. defogger turn on if it is cold outside. If the vehicle has heated seats, 2. Remove the old battery. Do not they may also be turned on during use a metal object. remote start to warm up the seats in 3. Insert the new battery, positive cold weather. Normal operation of side facing up. Replace with a the climate control system returns CR2032 or equivalent battery. after the ignition is turned to ON/ RUN. See Dual Automatic Climate 4. Snap the transmitter back Control System on page 8-1. together. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Laws in some local communities 2. Press and hold / for at least If the remote start procedure is used may restrict the use of remote four seconds or until the again before the first 10-minute starters. For example, some laws vehicle's turn signal lamps flash. time frame has ended, the first may require a person using remote The parking lamps will turn on 10 minutes will immediately expire start to have the vehicle in view and remain on as long as the and the second 10-minute time when doing so. Check local engine is running. The vehicle's frame will start. regulations for any requirements on doors will be locked. / remote starting of vehicles. For example, if Q and then are 3. After entering the vehicle during pressed again after the vehicle has If your vehicle is low on fuel, do not a remote start, press the brake been running for five minutes, use the remote start feature. The pedal and turn the ignition to 10 minutes are added, allowing vehicle may run out of fuel. ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. the engine to run for a total of The RKE transmitter range may be After a remote start, the engine 15 minutes. less while the vehicle is running. will automatically shut off after A maximum of two remote starts are Other conditions can affect the 10 minutes unless a time allowed between ignition cycles. performance of the transmitter; see extension has been done or the After the vehicle's engine has been Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition has been turned to started two times using the remote System on page 2-4 for additional ON/RUN. start button, the ignition must be information. Extending Engine Run Time turned on and then back off before Starting the Vehicle Using Remote the remote start procedure can be To extend the engine run time by used again. Start 10 minutes, repeat Steps 1 and 2 To start the engine using the remote while the engine is still running. start feature: The engine run time can only be extended if it is the first remote start 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle since the vehicle has been driven. and press and release Q on the Remote start can be extended transmitter. one time. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13

Canceling a Remote Start . There is an emission control system malfunction. Warning (Continued) To manually shut off the engine after . a remote start, do any of the The engine coolant temperature locked. So, wear safety belts following: is too high. properly and lock the doors . Aim the RKE transmitter at the . The oil pressure is low. whenever you drive. vehicle and press and hold / . Two remote vehicle starts have . Young children who get into until the parking lamps turn off. already been used. The unlocked vehicles may be maximum number of remote unable to get out. A child can . Turn on the hazard warning starts between ignition cycles be overcome by extreme heat flashers. with the key is two. and can suffer permanent . Turn the ignition switch on and injuries or even death from then off. Door Locks heat . Always lock your vehicle whenever you Conditions in Which Remote Start leave it. Will Not Work { Warning . Outsiders can easily enter The remote vehicle start feature will Unlocked doors can be through an unlocked door not operate if any of the following dangerous. when you slow down or stop occur: your vehicle. Locking your . Passengers — especially . The key is in the ignition. doors can help prevent this children — can easily open from happening. . A RKE transmitter is inside the the doors and fall out of a vehicle. moving vehicle. When a door is locked it will not open. You . The vehicle's hood is not closed. increase the chance of being . The hazard warning flashers thrown out of the vehicle in a are on. crash if the doors are not (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Wagon/Sedan From the inside, use the power door From inside, pull a front door handle lock switch (3). See Power Door to unlock. Pulling the door handle Locks on page 2-15. again unlatches the door. For a rear To open a door from the inside, door use the door lock knob on the press the door latch button (2). top of the door. A tone will sound when the button is From the outside, turn the key pressed. toward the front or rear of the If the vehicle has lost battery power, vehicle, or press Q or K on the the driver door can be opened Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) manually. transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) 1. Door Handle Sensor System Operation (Keyless Access) 2. Door Latch Button on page 2-4 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key 3. Power Door Lock Switch Access) on page 2-9. With the RKE transmitter within range, grip the door handle Coupe sensor (1). See Remote Keyless From the outside, press Q or K on Entry (RKE) System Operation the RKE transmitter. (Keyless Access) on page 2-4 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 2-9. When the passenger door . is opened first, the driver door will From inside the vehicle, pull the also unlock. manual door release handle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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the turned position for a few Delayed Locking seconds or by quickly turning the key twice in the lock cylinder. With this feature, you can delay the actual locking of the doors. Power Door Locks When the power door lock switch is pressed when the key is not in the ignition and the driver door is opened, a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active. When all the doors are closed, the doors will lock automatically after . From outside the vehicle, use five seconds. If a door is reopened the key to unlock the trunk. before five seconds have elapsed, Then, pull the door release tab, the five second timer will reset itself under the package shelf at the once all the doors are closed again. top of the trunk, to unlock and You can press the door lock switch unlatch the driver door. Sedan/Wagon Shown, Coupe again or the lock button on the RKE Similar transmitter to override this feature Central Door Unlocking and lock the doors immediately. System The switches are on the front doors. K The vehicle has a central door (Unlock): Press to unlock the unlocking feature. When unlocking doors. the driver door, the other doors can Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors. be unlocked by holding the key in Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Automatic Door Locks Lockout Protection Manual Safety Locks For vehicles with an automatic If the power door lock switch is transmission, the doors will lock pressed when the key is in the automatically when all doors are ignition and a door is open, all the closed, the ignition is on, and the doors will lock and only the driver shift lever is moved out of P (Park). door will unlock. If the doors are The doors will automatically unlock closed, they can be locked by using when the vehicle is stopped and the the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) shift lever is moved into P (Park). transmitter. Be sure to remove the For vehicles with a manual key from the ignition when locking transmission, the doors will lock the vehicle. automatically after the vehicle This feature can be overridden by speed reaches 8 km/h (5 mph). The pressing the lock button on the RKE doors will automatically unlock when transmitter or by pressing the power the key is turned off and removed lock switch a second time. If equipped, the safety lock is from the ignition. located on the inside edge of the rear doors. To use the safety lock: Use the manual or power door locks Safety Locks (Sedan and to unlock the doors if someone Wagon) 1. Insert the key into the safety lock needs to exit, and to lock the doors slot and turn it so the slot is in The rear door safety locks prevent again. the horizontal position. passengers from opening the rear 2. Close the door. The power door locks can be doors from inside the vehicle. programmed through the Driver 3. Do the same for the other Information Center (DIC). See rear door. Vehicle Personalization on page 5-46. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To open a rear door when the safety Doors lock is on: Warning (Continued) 1. Unlock the door by lifting the Trunk . Adjust the climate control rear door lock, using the power system to a setting that door lock switch, or with the { Warning brings in only outside air and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) set the fan speed to the transmitter. Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See “Climate 2. Open the door from the outside. vehicle if it is driven with the Control Systems” in the Index. To cancel the safety lock: liftgate or trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass . If the vehicle is equipped with 1. Unlock the door and open it from through the seal between the a power liftgate, disable the the outside. body and the trunk/hatch or power liftgate function. 2. Insert the key into the safety lock liftgate. Engine exhaust contains See Engine Exhaust on slot and turn it so the slot is in carbon monoxide (CO) which page 9-25. the vertical position. cannot be seen or smelled. It can 3. Do the same for the other cause unconsciousness and even rear door. death. If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: . Close all of the windows. . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Trunk Lock Release The trunk may be opened by Close the trunk by pulling on the pressing the remote trunk release handle. Do not use the handle as a button on the driver door, V on tie-down. the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Rear-Seat Pass Through transmitter, or the trunk release button on the rear of the trunk If equipped with the rear-seat pass above the license plate. through door, this is useful when transporting long items. On vehicles with the Keyless Access System, if the vehicle is To open the door, pull down the rear locked, the keyless access seat armrest. Then pull the lever all transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) the way down to release the door. of the trunk for it to be recognized; To close the door, push it up and the trunk can then be opened by the back into place. Then try to open trunk release button above the the door without pulling up on the The remote trunk release button is license plate. lever to make sure it is locked into on the driver door, inside the place. storage compartment under the Use the key in the trunk lock armrest. cylinder. 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Emergency Trunk Release There is a glow-in-the-dark Handle emergency trunk release handle on Warning (Continued) the back wall of the trunk. This handle will glow following exposure If the vehicle must be driven with to light. Pull the release handle the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: toward the front of the vehicle to . Close all of the windows. open the trunk from the inside. . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument Liftgate panel. Power Liftgate Operation . 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 { Caution liftgate or trunk/hatch open, Index. or with any objects that pass . If the vehicle is equipped with Do not use the emergency trunk through the seal between the a power liftgate, disable the release handle as a tie-down or body and the trunk/hatch or power liftgate function. anchor point when securing items liftgate. Engine exhaust contains See Engine Exhaust on in the trunk as it could damage carbon monoxide (CO) which page 9-25. the handle. cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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into overhead obstructions such as { Warning a garage door or roof mounted cargo during power operation. The You, or others, could be injured if liftgate can still be opened fully caught in the path of the power manually. liftgate. Make sure there is no one in the way of the liftgate as it is OFF: The liftgate only operates opening and closing. manually in this position. In either the MAX or ¾ mode, to power open or close the liftgate: { Caution . Press and hold 8 on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) To avoid damage to the liftgate or Vehicles with an automatic transmitter until the liftgate starts liftgate glass, make sure the area transmission must be in P (Park) moving. See Remote Keyless above and behind the liftgate is and a manual transmission must be Entry (RKE) System Operation clear before opening it. in Neutral to operate the power (Keyless Access) on page 2-4 or liftgate. The taillamps flash when Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the power liftgate moves. System Operation (Key Access) Turn the selector switch to choose on page 2-9. one of three modes: . Press the center of the power MAX: The liftgate opens to the full liftgate button on the driver door, open height. with the driver door unlocked. . 3/4: The liftgate opens to a Press the touch pad on the reduced open height that can be set outside liftgate handle, with all in a range of approximately ¾ open doors unlocked, to open the to full open. Use this setting to liftgate. prevent the liftgate from opening Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If the transmission is shifted out of liftgate will automatically reverse P (Park) while the power function is direction to the full closed or open in progress, the liftgate power position. After removing the function will continue to completion. obstacle, the power liftgate can be If the transmission is shifted out of used again. If the liftgate encounters P (Park) and the vehicle accelerates multiple obstacles on the same before the power liftgate latch is power cycle, the power function will closed, the liftgate may reverse to deactivate. After removing the the open position. Cargo could fall obstacles, the liftgate will resume out of the vehicle. Close and latch normal power operation. the power liftgate before driving. The vehicle has pinch sensors on The power liftgate may be the side edges of the liftgate. If an . Press and release 8 on the temporarily disabled under extreme object is caught between the liftgate temperatures or low battery and the body and presses against liftgate next to the latch to close conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate this sensor, the liftgate will reverse the liftgate. can still be operated manually. direction and open fully. The liftgate Pressing any button that operates If the liftgate is powered open and will remain open until it is activated the power liftgate, or the touch pad the liftgate support struts have lost again or closed manually. while the liftgate is moving, stops it. pressure, the turn signals will flash Pressing the button or RKE again Setting the Power Liftgate and a chime will sound. The liftgate reverses the direction. There is a Intermediate Mode will stay open, and then slowly minimum distance that the power close. See your dealer for service To change the liftgate stop position: liftgate must already be open for the before using the liftgate. system to hold it open. If movement 1. Turn the liftgate switch to either is stopped below that minimum, the Obstacle Detection Features the MAX, or the ¾ mode position liftgate closes. and power open the liftgate. If the liftgate encounters an obstacle Do not force the liftgate open or during a power open or close cycle, closed during a power cycle. a warning chime will sound and the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2. Stop the liftgate movement at Manual Operation of Power To open the liftgate, press the touch the desired height by pressing Liftgate pad under the liftgate handle and any button that operates the lift. To close the liftgate, use the power liftgate, or the touch pad. To change the liftgate to manual pull cup. With the power liftgate Manually adjust the liftgate operation, with the vehicle in disabled, the liftgate electric latch position if required. P (Park) for an automatic will still power latch once contact is transmission or Neutral for a 3. Press and hold the button on the made with the striker. Always close manual transmission, turn the the liftgate before driving. liftgate adjacent to the latch until mode selector switch to OFF. the turn signals flash and a beep 8 With the power liftgate disabled If is pressed on the RKE sounds to indicate that the new transmitter while power operation is setting is recorded. and all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate can be manually opened disabled, the turn signals will flash When power opened with the and closed. Manual operation and the liftgate will not move. ¾ mode selected, the liftgate stops of a vehicle with a power liftgate The liftgate has an electric latch. at the new set position. requires more effort than a standard If the battery is disconnected or has If an audible and visual response is non-power liftgate. low voltage, the liftgate will not not received when setting the open. The liftgate will resume intermediate stop position then the operation when the battery is liftgate height is below the ¾ open reconnected and charged. height minimum, approximately 1.52 m (5 ft). The liftgate cannot be set below that minimum. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Vehicle Security 2. Lock the vehicle using the front The theft-deterrent system will not power door lock switches on the activate if the doors are locked with This vehicle has theft-deterrent doors when the door is open. the key or the manual door lock. features; however, they do not make The alarm will arm after It activates only if the power door the vehicle impossible to steal. lock switch is used while the door is 30 seconds. Pressing Q on the open, or with the RKE transmitter. Vehicle Alarm System RKE transmitter a second time will bypass the 30-second delay To avoid setting off the alarm by This vehicle may have an anti-theft and immediately arm the accident: alarm system. system. . Lock the vehicle with the door If a locked door or trunk is opened key after the doors are closed. without using the key in the driver . Always unlock a door with the door key cylinder or the RKE RKE transmitter or by using the transmitter, a 10-second pre-alarm key in the driver door cylinder. will occur. The horn will chirp and Unlocking a door any other way the lights will flash. If the key is not will set off the alarm. placed in the ignition and turned to The security light, located in the START or the door is not unlocked Turn off the alarm by pressing K on instrument panel cluster, comes on by pressing K on the RKE the RKE transmitter. when the system is arming. transmitter during the 10-second Disarming the System Arming the System pre-alarm, the alarm will go off. The headlamps will flash and the horn To disarm the system, either unlock To arm the system, do one of the will sound for about 30 seconds, the doors using the transmitter, following: then will turn off to save the battery or start the vehicle with a 1. Close all of the windows and power. recognized transmitter in the doors, then lock the doors with vehicle. the RKE transmitter. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To avoid setting off the alarm by Immobilizer accident, lock the vehicle with the door key after the doors are closed, See Radio Frequency Statement on and always unlock a door with the page 13-15. transmitter or by using the key in the driver door cylinder. Unlocking a Immobilizer Operation door any other way will set off the (Key Access) The security light in the instrument alarm. This vehicle has a passive cluster, comes on if there is a If you set off the alarm by accident, theft-deterrent system. problem with arming or disarming turn off the alarm by pressing the the theft-deterrent system. unlock button on the transmitter. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. When trying to start the vehicle, the How to Detect a Tamper security light comes on briefly when The vehicle is automatically the ignition is turned on. Condition immobilized when the key is K removed from the ignition. If the engine does not start and the If is pressed and the horn security light stays on, there is a sounds, an attempted break-in The system is automatically problem with the system. Turn the occurred while the system was disarmed when the vehicle is ignition off and try again. armed. started with the correct key. The key uses a transponder that matches an If the engine still does not start and If the alarm has been activated, the the key appears to be undamaged THEFT ATTEMPTED message will immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms or the light continues to stay on, try appear on the DIC. See Security another key. Messages on page 5-43. the system. The vehicle may not start if the key is damaged. If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be damaged. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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See your dealer who can service 5. The security light will turn the theft-deterrent system and have off once the key has been a new key made. programmed. It may not be It is possible for the theft-deterrent apparent that the security light system decoder to learn the went on due to how quickly the transponder value of a new or key is programmed. replacement key. Up to eight keys 6. Repeat Steps 1–4 if additional The security light in the instrument can be programmed for the vehicle. keys are to be programmed. cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming The following procedure is for Do not leave the key or device that the theft-deterrent system. programming additional keys only. disarms or deactivates the theft To program a new key: deterrent system in the vehicle. One or more RKE transmitters 1 can be matched to the vehicle's 1. Verify that the new key has Immobilizer Operation immobilizer control unit. Only a stamped on it. (Keyless Access) correctly matched RKE transmitter 2. Insert the current key in the will start the vehicle. If the RKE ignition and start the engine. This vehicle has a passive transmitter is ever damaged, you If the engine will not start, see theft-deterrent system. may not be able to start your vehicle. your dealer for service. The system does not have to be 3. After the engine has started, turn manually armed or disarmed. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the key to LOCK/OFF, and The vehicle is automatically the ignition is turned on. remove the key. immobilized when the ignition 4. Insert the key to be programmed control knob is turned to LOCK/OFF. If the engine does not start and the security light stays on, there is a and turn it to ON/RUN within The immobilization system is problem with the system. Turn the 10 seconds of the ignition being disarmed when the ignition ignition control knob off and try turned to LOCK/OFF in Step 3. control knob is turned and a valid again. transmitter is found in the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If the ignition control knob does not It is possible for the immobilizer Exterior Mirrors turn, and the RKE transmitter system to learn new or replacement appears to be undamaged, try RKE transmitters. Up to eight RKE another RKE transmitter. Or, you transmitters can be programmed for Convex Mirrors may try placing the transmitter in the the vehicle. To program additional transmitter pocket located in the transmitters, see “Programming { Caution center console. See “Electronic Key Transmitters to the Vehicle” for Not Detected” under Key and Lock Keyless Access under Remote A convex mirror can make things, Messages on page 5-37. Keyless Entry (RKE) System like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you If the ignition control knob still does Operation (Keyless Access) on cut too sharply into the right lane, not rotate with the other transmitter, page 2-4 or Remote Keyless Entry the vehicle needs service. If the (RKE) System Operation (Key you could hit a vehicle on the ignition control knob does rotate, the Access) on page 2-9. right. Check the inside mirror or first transmitter may be faulty. See Do not leave the key or device glance over your shoulder before your dealer who can service the that disarms or deactivates the changing lanes. theft-deterrent system and have a theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. new RKE transmitter programmed to The passenger side mirror is convex the vehicle. shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Power Mirrors 3. Adjust each mirror so that a little Interior Mirrors of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. Automatic Dimming 4. Press (1) or (2) again to deselect the mirror. Rearview Mirror The vehicle has an automatic Folding Mirrors dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the Manual glare of headlamps from Vehicles with manual folding mirrors behind you. are folded inward toward the vehicle If the vehicle has a rear vision to prevent damage when going camera (RVC), see Rear Vision through an automatic car wash. Camera (RVC) on page 9-46. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position. Vehicles with OnStar have three Controls for the outside power control buttons at the bottom of the mirrors are on the driver door. mirror. See your dealer about To adjust each mirror: Heated Mirrors OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. 1. Press (1) or (2) to select the = (Rear Window Defogger): Press to heat the mirrors. driver or passenger side mirror. Cleaning the Mirror 2. Press the arrows on the control See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1. Do not spray glass cleaner directly pad to move the mirror up, on the mirror. Use a soft towel down, right, or left. dampened with water. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a { Warning pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window especially with the windows or the sunroof, if equipped. closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the Power Windows extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death { Warning from heat stroke. Coupe Shown, Sedan/Wagon Children could be seriously Similar injured or killed if caught in the The driver power window switches path of a closing window. Never control all the windows. The leave keys in a vehicle with passenger switch only controls that children. When there are children window. in the rear seat, use the window lockout button to prevent Press the switch down to lower the operation of the windows. See window. Pull the switch up to Keys on page 2-2. raise it. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) allows the use of the power windows after the ignition has been turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-22. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Express-Down/Up Windows Express Window Anti-Pinch Programming the Power Windows with the express feature Override Windows allow the windows to be raised and If the vehicle battery has been lowered all the way without holding { Warning recharged or disconnected, or is not the switch. working, the front power windows If express override is activated, Press or pull the switch fully and will need to be reprogrammed for the window will not reverse the express-up feature to work. release it to activate the express automatically. You or others could feature. Before reprogramming, replace or be injured and the window could recharge the vehicle's battery. The express mode can be canceled be damaged. Before you use To program: by briefly pressing or pulling the express override, make sure that switch. all people and obstructions are 1. With the ignition in ON/RUN or clear of the window path. ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Express Window Anti-Pinch Retained Accessory Power Feature (RAP) is active, close all doors. The anti-pinch feature can be If any object is in the path of the 2. Press and hold the power window when the express-up is overridden. Hold the window switch all the way up to the second window switch until the window active, the window will stop at the is fully open. obstruction and auto-reverse to a position. The window will rise for as preset factory position. Weather long as the switch is held. Once the 3. Pull the power window switch up conditions such as severe icing switch is released, the express until the window is fully closed. mode is re-activated. may also cause the window to 4. Continue holding the switch up auto-reverse. The window will In this mode, the window can close for approximately two seconds return to normal operation after the on an object in its path. Use care after the window is completely obstruction or condition is removed. when using the override mode. closed. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The window is now reprogrammed. Press v to activate the rear Roof Repeat the process for the other window lockout switch. The windows. indicator light comes on when Sunroof Window Lockout activated. If the vehicle has a power sunroof it Press v again to deactivate the will only operate when the ignition is lockout switch. in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Sun Visors Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-22.

Coupe Shown, Sedan/Wagon Similar Pull the sun visor down to block glare. If equipped, detach the sun v (Window Lockout): This feature visor from the center mount to pivot prevents the rear passenger to the side window or to extend windows from operating, except along the rod. from the driver position. The driver side switch (1) operates the sunshade. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Open/Close: Press and hold the Express Open/Express Close: front or rear of the switch (1) to Press and release the rear or front open or close the sunshade. of the switch (2) to express open or Express Open/Express Close: express close the sunroof. To stop Press and release the rear or front the sunroof partway, press the of the switch (1) to express open or switch (2) a second time. express close the sunshade. To Comfort Stop: The sunroof has a stop the sunshade partway, press comfort stop feature that stops the switch (1) a second time. the sunroof from opening to the Dirt and debris may collect on the full-open position. Press the rear of The sunshade will open sunroof seal or in the track. This the sunroof switch (2) to the first automatically with the sunroof, but could cause an issue with sunroof detent to open the sunroof to the can also be opened manually. operation or noise. It could also comfort open position. Press the plug the water drainage system. The passenger side switch (2) rear of the switch (2) again to fully Periodically open the sunroof and operates the sunroof. open the sunroof. remove any obstacles or loose Vent: Coupe only, press and hold Anti-Pinch Feature debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and the front of the switch (2) to vent the roof sealing area using a clean sunroof. The sunshade will If an object is in the path of the cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not automatically open approximately sunroof/sunshade when it is remove grease from the sunroof. 38 cm (15 in). Press and hold the closing, the anti-pinch feature will rear of the switch (2) to close the detect the object and stop the sunroof vent. sunroof/sunshade from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof/sunshade will then return to the full-open position. To close the sunroof/sunshade, see “Express-Close” earlier in this section. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2 NOTES Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Seats and Restraints 3-1

Seats and Safety Belts Passenger Sensing Safety Belts ...... 3-12 System ...... 3-26 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 . . . 3-31 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Pregnancy ...... 3-18 Airbag System Check ...... 3-32 Active Head Restraints ...... 3-3 Safety Belt Extender ...... 3-19 Replacing Airbag System Front Seats Safety System Check ...... 3-19 Parts after a Crash ...... 3-32 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 ...... 3-33 Models Only) ...... 3-3 Infants and Young Power Seat Adjustment ...... 3-4 Airbag System Children ...... 3-35 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 . . . 3-39 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 ...... 3-11 Restrain? ...... 3-24 What Will You See after an (Rear Seat) ...... 3-47 Airbag Inflates? ...... 3-25 Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat) . . . . 3-49 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.

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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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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On coupe models, the front seats Power Seat Adjustment can be moved out of the way to { Warning make it easier to get in and out of the rear seat. If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden To fold the seatback, pull the stop or crash. That could cause handle (1) on the upper seatback. injury to the person sitting there. The seatback will fold forward. Always push and pull on the To move the seat forward, press seatbacks to be sure they are and hold the top of the switch (2) on locked. the upper seatback. To move the seat rearward, press and hold the bottom of the switch (2). Release A driver seat entry/exit position can the switch (2) when the seat be recalled automatically using the reaches the desired position. vehicle personalization menu. See Memory Seats on page 3-7 and To adjust a power seat, if equipped: After entering or exiting the rear Vehicle Personalization on seat, return the seatback to the page 5-46. . 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 part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the horizontal control up or down. . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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. If available, memory buttons 1 and 2 2. Move the seatback to the on the driver door are used to save desired position, and then To adjust a power seatback, and recall memory settings for the release the lever to lock the if equipped: driver seat cushion and seatback, seatback in place. outside mirrors, and the power tilt . Tilt the top of the vertical control 3. Push and pull on the seatback to steering column position (if rearward to recline. make sure it is locked. equipped). . Tilt the top of the vertical control To return the seatback to the upright 1: Saves and recalls for driver 1. forward to raise. position: 2: Saves and recalls for driver 2. 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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B (Exit Button): Moves the driver To recall, press and release obstruction; then press the seat and/or power steering column “1” or “2.” The vehicle must be in appropriate control for the area that to the exit position. See “Exit Recall” P (Park) for an automatic is not recalling for two seconds. Try later in this section. transmission, or the parking brake recalling the memory position again must be applied for a manual by pressing the appropriate memory Storing Memory Positions transmission. A single beep sounds button. If the memory position is still To save into memory: when the button is pressed. The not recalling, see your dealer for seat, outside mirrors, and/or power service. 1. Adjust the driver seat, outside steering column move to the mirrors, and the power steering position previously stored for the Exit Recall column (if equipped) to the identified driver. B (Exit Button): Press to move desired driving positions. the driver seat back a preset Automatic Entry Recall 2. Press and hold “1” until two distance and/or the power steering beeps sound. If entry/exit recall is programmed on column (if equipped) up and in the vehicle personalization menu, forward. A single beep sounds when 3. Repeat for a second driver automatic entry recall occurs when the exit feature activates. The using 2. “ ” the ignition is turned on. See vehicle must be in P (Park) for an The vehicle comes with two Remote Vehicle Personalization on automatic transmission, or the Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters. page 5-46. parking brake must be applied for a Each transmitter has a number To stop recall movement, press one manual transmission. 1 or 2 on it. These numbers “ ” “ ” of the power seat, memory, If entry/exit recall is programmed on correspond to 1 and 2 on the “ ” “ ” or outside mirror buttons, or the in the vehicle personalization menu, driver door. The current driver is power steering column switch (if automatic seat and/or steering identified when K on the RKE equipped). column movement occurs upon transmitter is pressed, or when If something has blocked the driver leaving the vehicle, if the following “1” or “2” on the driver door is conditions are met. See Vehicle pressed. seat or the steering column while recalling a memory position, the Personalization on page 5-46. recall may stop. Remove the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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On vehicles with Remote Keyless 4. The ignition is turned off. Heated and Ventilated Entry (RKE), automatic exit recall 5. The driver door is opened. movements occur when the ignition Front Seats key is removed. Steps 2 and 3 are intended to reflect that the vehicle has been moved. { Warning On vehicles with Remote Keyless If the vehicle is not moved or the Access, automatic exit recall steps above are not performed, If you cannot feel temperature movements occur when the automatic exit recall movement will change or pain to the skin, the following steps are completed: not occur. In this case, press B to seat heater may cause burns. To 1. The ignition is turned on for activate exit recall movements. reduce the risk of burns, people vehicles with an automatic with such a condition should use transmission, or the engine is If something has blocked the driver care when using the seat heater, started on vehicles with a seat while recalling the exit position, especially for long periods of the recall may stop. Remove the manual transmission. time. Do not place anything on obstruction; then press and hold the the seat that insulates against 2. The automatic transmission is power seat control rearward for shifted out of P (Park), or the two seconds. Try recalling the exit heat, such as a blanket, cushion, parking brake is released on position again. If the exit position is cover, or similar item. This may vehicles with a manual still not recalling, see your dealer for cause the seat heater to transmission. service. overheat. An overheated seat 3. The automatic transmission is heater may cause a burn or may shifted back into P (Park), or the damage the seat. parking brake is re-engaged on vehicles with a manual transmission. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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{ (Ventilated Seat): If available, Remote Start Heated Seats press to ventilate the seat. During a remote start, the heated A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls seats may turn on, depending upon or pushes air through the seat. The the outside temperature. They are air is not cooled. canceled when the ignition is turned Press the button once for the on. Press the button to use the highest setting. With each press of heated seats after the vehicle is the button, the seat will change to started. the next lower setting, and then to The indicator lights on the climate the off setting. The lights on the control display do not turn on during climate control display indicate three a remote start. for the highest setting and one for Heated and Ventilated Seat the lowest. The temperature performance of an Buttons Shown, Heated Seat unoccupied seat may be reduced. Buttons Similar The passenger seat may take longer to heat up. See Remote Vehicle Start on If available, the buttons are on the page 2-11. The heated and/or ventilated seats climate control panel. To operate, are canceled after the ignition is the ignition must be on. turned off. M (Heated Seat): Press to heat the seat. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Rear Seats Sedan or Coupe Wagon To lower one or both of the rear To lower one or both of the rear { Caution seatbacks: seatbacks:

Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.

The vehicle may have a split folding rear seat.

1. Pull forward on the tab, on the 1. Pull on the lever, on the top outboard side of the seatback, to outboard side of the seatback, to unlock the seatback. unlock the seatback. 2. Fold the seatback down. This 2. Fold the seatback down. allows access to the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-17. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To return a seatback to the upright Safety Belts position: Warning (Continued) This section of the manual It is extremely dangerous to ride { Warning describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some in a cargo area, inside or outside If either seatback is not locked, it things not to do with safety belts. of a vehicle. In a collision, could move forward in a sudden passengers riding in these areas stop or crash. That could cause { Warning are more likely to be seriously injury to the person sitting there. injured or killed. Do not allow Always push and pull on the Do not let anyone ride where a passengers to ride in any area of seatbacks to be sure they are safety belt cannot be worn the vehicle that is not equipped locked. properly. In a crash, if you or your with seats and safety belts. passenger(s) are not wearing Always wear a safety belt, and safety belts, injuries can be much 1. Lift the seatback up and push it check that all passenger(s) are worse than if you are wearing restrained properly too. back into place. safety belts. You can be seriously 2. Make sure the seatback is injured or killed by hitting things locked into place by pushing and inside the vehicle harder or by This vehicle has indicators as a pulling on it. being ejected from the vehicle. In reminder to buckle the safety belts. addition, anyone who is not See Safety Belt Reminders on 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the page 5-16. other seatback. buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle. When the seatback is not in use, it should be kept in the upright, locked (Continued) position. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Why Safety Belts Work 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 can unbuckle and get out, is riding in the vehicle, see Older When riding in a vehicle, you travel much greater if you are belted. Children on page 3-33 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-35. as fast as the vehicle does. If the Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why vehicle stops suddenly, you keep Follow those rules for everyone's should I have to wear safety protection. going until something stops you. belts? It could be the windshield, the It is very important for all occupants instrument panel, or the safety belts! A: Airbags are supplemental to buckle up. Statistics show that systems only; so they work with unbelted people are hurt more often When you wear a safety belt, you safety belts — not instead of and the vehicle slow down together. in crashes than those who are them. Whether or not an airbag wearing safety belts. There is more time to stop because is provided, all occupants still you stop over a longer distance and, have to buckle up to get the when worn properly, your strongest most protection. bones take the forces from the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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There are important things to know would apply force on your Lap-Shoulder Belt about wearing a safety belt properly. abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. . Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. The following instructions explain These parts of the body are best how to wear a lap-shoulder belt able to take belt restraining properly. forces. The shoulder belt locks if 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is there is a sudden stop or crash. adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” { Warning in the Index. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull You can be seriously injured, the belt across you. Do not let it or even killed, by not wearing get twisted. your safety belt properly. . Sit up straight and always keep The lap-shoulder belt may lock if your feet on the floor in front . Never allow the lap or you pull the belt across you very of you. shoulder belt to become quickly. If this happens, let the loose or twisted. . Always use the correct buckle belt go back slightly to unlock it. for your seating position. . Never wear the shoulder belt Then pull the belt across you under both arms or behind more slowly. . Wear the lap part of the belt low your back. and snug on the hips, just If the shoulder portion of a touching the thighs. In a crash, . Never route the lap or passenger belt is pulled out all this applies force to the strong shoulder belt over an the way, the child restraint pelvic bones and you would be armrest. locking feature may be engaged. less likely to slide under the lap If this happens, let the belt go belt. If you slid under it, the belt back all the way and start again. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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“Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” later in this section for use and important safety information.

3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks. on the buckle. The belt should Pull up on the latch plate to return to its stowed position. make sure it is secure. If the belt Before a door is closed, be sure the is not long enough, see Safety 5. To make the lap part tight, pull safety belt is out of the way. If a Belt Extender on page 3-19. up on the shoulder belt. door is slammed against a safety Position the release button on It may be necessary to pull belt, damage can occur to both the the buckle so that the safety belt stitching on the safety belt safety belt and the vehicle. through the latch plate to fully could be quickly unbuckled if Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster necessary. tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. (Sedan and Wagon) 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height adjuster for the driver and height that is right for you. See right front passenger seating positions. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Adjust the guide so the shoulder After the height adjuster is set to the Pretensioners work only once. If the portion of the belt is on the shoulder desired position, try to move it down pretensioners activate in a crash, and not falling off of it. The belt without pressing the release button the pretensioners and possibly other should be close to, but not to make sure it has locked into parts of the safety belt system will contacting, the neck. Improper position. need to be replaced. See Replacing shoulder belt height adjustment Safety Belt System Parts after a could reduce the effectiveness of Safety Belt Pretensioners Crash on page 3-19. the safety belt in a crash. See How This vehicle has safety belt to Wear Safety Belts Properly on pretensioners for front outboard Rear Safety Belt Comfort page 3-13. occupants. Although the safety belt Guides pretensioners cannot be seen, they This vehicle may have rear shoulder are part of the safety belt assembly. belt comfort guides. If not, they are They can help tighten the safety available through your dealer. The belts during the early stages of a guides may provide added safety moderate to severe frontal or near belt comfort for older children who frontal crash if the threshold have outgrown booster seats and conditions for pretensioner for some adults. When installed and activation are met. And, if the properly adjusted, the comfort guide vehicle has side impact airbags, positions the shoulder belt away safety belt pretensioners can help from the neck and head. tighten the safety belts in a side or rear crash or rollover event.

Push down on the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. The adjuster can be moved up by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt:

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 1. Pull the elastic cord out from belt and the guide on top. between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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4. Buckle, position, and release { Warning the safety belt as described previously in this section. Make A safety belt that is not properly sure the shoulder portion of the worn may not provide the belt is on the shoulder and not protection needed in a crash. The falling off of it. The belt should person wearing the belt could be be close to, but not contacting, seriously injured. The shoulder the neck. belt should go over the shoulder To remove and store the comfort and across the chest. These parts guide, squeeze the belt edges of the body are best able to take together so that the safety belt can belt restraining forces. be removed from the guide. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage A pregnant woman should wear a clip, and then slide the guide onto lap-shoulder belt, and the lap the clip. Turn the guide and clip portion should be worn as low as inward and slide them in between possible, below the rounding, the seatback and the interior body, throughout the pregnancy. leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely Safety Belt Use During that the fetus will not be hurt in a Pregnancy crash. For pregnant women, as for Safety belts work for everyone, anyone, the key to making safety including pregnant women. Like all belts effective is wearing them occupants, they are more likely to properly. be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Safety Belt Extender to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt safety belts may not protect you in a If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten crash. They can rip apart under System Parts after a around you, you should use it. impact forces. If a belt is torn or Crash But if a safety belt is not long frayed, get a new one right away. enough, your dealer will order you Make sure the safety belt reminder { Warning an extender. When you go in to light is working. See Safety Belt order it, take the heaviest coat you Reminders on page 5-16. A crash can damage the safety will wear, so the extender will be belt system in the vehicle. long enough for you. To help avoid Keep safety belts clean and dry. A damaged safety belt system personal injury, do not let someone See Safety Belt Care on page 3-19. may not properly protect the else use it, and use it only for the person using it, resulting in seat it is made to fit. The extender Safety Belt Care serious injury or even death in a has been designed for adults. Never Keep belts clean and dry. crash. To help make sure the use it for securing child seats. To safety belt systems are working wear it, attach it to the regular safety { Warning properly after a crash, have them belt. See the instruction sheet that inspected and any necessary comes with the extender. Do not bleach or dye safety belts. replacements made as soon as It may severely weaken them. In possible. Safety System Check a crash, they might not be able to Now and then, check that the safety provide adequate protection. After a minor crash, replacement of belt reminder light, safety belts, Clean safety belts only with mild safety belts may not be necessary. buckles, latch plates, retractors, and soap and lukewarm water. But the safety belt assemblies that anchorages are all working properly. were used during any crash may Look for any other loose or have been stressed or damaged. 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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See your dealer to have the safety Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word belt assemblies inspected or AIRBAG is on the center of the replaced. The vehicle has the following steering wheel for the driver and on airbags: New parts and repairs may be the instrument panel for the front necessary even if the safety belt . A frontal airbag for the driver. outboard passenger. system was not being used at the . A frontal airbag for the outboard For seat-mounted side impact time of the crash. front passenger. airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the Have the safety belt pretensioners side of the seatback closest to . A seat-mounted side impact the door. checked if the vehicle has been in a airbag for the driver. crash, or if the airbag readiness light For roof-rail airbags, the word stays on after you start the vehicle . A seat-mounted side impact AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. or while you are driving. See Airbag airbag for the outboard front passenger. Airbags are designed to supplement Readiness Light on page 5-17. the protection provided by safety . A roof-rail airbag for the driver belts. Even though today's airbags and the passenger seated are also designed to help reduce directly behind the driver. the risk of injury from the force of an . A roof-rail airbag for the inflating bag, all airbags must inflate outboard front passenger and very quickly to do their job. the passenger seated directly behind the outboard front passenger. All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { Warning { Warning Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, { Warning force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when You can be severely injured or an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured killed in a crash if you are not against, or very close to any or killed. Always secure children wearing your safety belt, even airbag when it inflates can be properly in the vehicle. To read with airbags. Airbags are seriously injured or killed. Do not how, see Older Children on designed to work with safety sit unnecessarily close to any page 3-33 or Infants and Young belts, not replace them. Also, airbag, as you would be if sitting Children on page 3-35. airbags are not designed to inflate on the edge of the seat or leaning in every crash. In some crashes forward. Safety belts help keep safety belts are the only restraint. you in position before and during See When Should an Airbag a crash. Always wear a safety Inflate? on page 3-23. belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible Wearing your safety belt during a while still maintaining control of crash helps reduce the chance of the vehicle. hitting things inside the vehicle or Occupants should not lean on or There is an airbag readiness light being ejected from it. Airbags are on the instrument cluster, which sleep against the door or side “supplemental restraints” to the shows the airbag symbol. The windows in seating positions with safety belts. Everyone in the system checks the airbag electrical vehicle should wear a safety belt seat-mounted side impact airbags system for malfunctions. The light properly, whether or not there is and/or roof-rail airbags. tells you if there is an electrical an airbag for that person. problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-17 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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When Should an Airbag Warning (Continued) Inflate? that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with or even death. The path of an airbags. See Airbag System on inflating airbag must be kept page 3-20. Airbags are designed to clear. Do not put anything inflate if the impact exceeds the between an occupant and an specific airbag system's deployment airbag, and do not attach or put threshold. Deployment thresholds anything on the steering wheel are used to predict how severe a hub or on or near any other crash is likely to be in time for the airbag covering. airbags to inflate and help restrain Driver Side Shown, Passenger Do not use seat accessories that the occupants. The vehicle has electronic sensors that help the Side Similar block the inflation path of a airbag system determine the seat-mounted side impact airbag. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, severity of the impact. Deployment front outboard passenger, and Never secure anything to the roof thresholds can vary with specific second row outboard passengers of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags vehicle design. are in the ceiling above the side by routing a rope or tie‐down windows. Frontal airbags are designed to through any door or window inflate in moderate to severe frontal opening. If you do, the path of an or near frontal crashes to help { Warning inflating roof-rail airbag will be reduce the potential for severe blocked. injuries, mainly to the driver's or If something is between an front outboard passenger's head occupant and an airbag, the and chest. airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily (Continued) on how fast the vehicle is traveling. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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It depends on what is hit, the A seat-mounted side impact airbag What Makes an Airbag direction of the impact, and how is designed to inflate on the side of quickly the vehicle slows down. the vehicle that is struck. Inflate? Frontal airbags may inflate at Roof-rail airbags are designed to In a deployment event, the sensing different crash speeds depending on inflate in moderate to severe side system sends an electrical signal whether the vehicle hits an object crashes depending on the location triggering a release of gas from the straight on or at an angle, and of the impact. In addition, these inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the whether the object is fixed or roof-rail airbags are designed to airbag causing the bag to break out moving, rigid or deformable, narrow inflate during a rollover or in a of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, or wide. severe frontal impact. Roof-rail and related hardware are all part of the airbag module. Frontal airbags are not intended to airbags are not designed to inflate in inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags For airbag locations, see Where Are impacts, or in many side impacts. will inflate when either side of the the Airbags? on page 3-22. vehicle is struck, if the sensing In addition, the vehicle has system predicts that the vehicle is How Does an Airbag advanced technology frontal about to roll over on its side, or in a airbags. Advanced technology severe frontal impact. Restrain? frontal airbags adjust the restraint In moderate to severe frontal or according to crash severity. In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have near frontal collisions, even belted Seat-mounted side impact airbags inflated simply because of the occupants can contact the steering are designed to inflate in moderate vehicle damage or repair costs. wheel or the instrument panel. In to severe side crashes depending moderate to severe side collisions, on the location of the impact. even belted occupants can contact Seat-mounted side impact airbags the inside of the vehicle. are not designed to inflate in frontal impacts, near frontal impacts, rollovers, or rear impacts. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Airbags supplement the protection What Will You See after provided by safety belts by { Warning distributing the force of the an Airbag Inflates? impact more evenly over the After the frontal airbags and When an airbag inflates, there occupant's body. seat-mounted side impact airbags may be dust in the air. This dust inflate, they quickly deflate, so could cause breathing problems Rollover capable roof-rail airbags for people with a history of are designed to help contain the quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated. asthma or other breathing trouble. head and chest of occupants in the To avoid this, everyone in the outboard seating positions in the Roof-rail airbags may still be at least vehicle should get out as soon as first and second rows. The rollover partially inflated for some time after it is safe to do so. If you have capable roof-rail airbags are they inflate. Some components of designed to help reduce the risk of the airbag module may be hot for breathing problems but cannot full or partial ejection in rollover several minutes. For location of the get out of the vehicle after an events, although no system can airbags, see Where Are the airbag inflates, then get fresh air prevent all such ejections. Airbags? on page 3-22. by opening a window or a door. If you experience breathing But airbags would not help in many The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, problems following an airbag types of collisions, primarily deployment, you should seek because the occupant's motion is but not too hot to touch. There may medical attention. not toward those airbags. See When be some smoke and dust coming Should an Airbag Inflate? on from the vents in the deflated page 3-23. airbags. Airbag inflation does not The vehicle has a feature that prevent the driver from seeing out of Airbags should never be regarded may automatically unlock the the windshield or being able to steer doors, turn on the interior lamps, as anything more than a supplement the vehicle, nor does it prevent to safety belts. turn on the hazard warning people from leaving the vehicle. flashers, and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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You can lock the doors, turn off the In many crashes severe enough to . Let only qualified technicians interior lamps, and turn off the inflate the airbag, windshields are work on the airbag systems. hazard warning flashers by using broken by vehicle deformation. Improper service can mean that the controls for those features. Additional windshield breakage may an airbag system will not work also occur from the front outboard properly. See your dealer for { Warning passenger airbag. service. . Airbags are designed to inflate Passenger Sensing A crash severe enough to inflate only once. After an airbag the airbags may have also inflates, you will need some new System damaged important functions in parts for the airbag system. The vehicle has a passenger the vehicle, such as the fuel If you do not get them, the sensing system for the front system, brake and steering airbag system will not be there outboard passenger position. The systems, etc. Even if the vehicle to help protect you in another passenger airbag status indicator appears to be drivable after a crash. A new system will include will be visible on the instrument moderate crash, there may be airbag modules and possibly panel when the vehicle is started. concealed damage that could other parts. The service manual make it difficult to safely operate for the vehicle covers the need the vehicle. to replace other parts. Use caution if you should attempt . The vehicle has a crash sensing to restart the engine after a crash and diagnostic module which has occurred. records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on United States page 13-14 and Event Data Recorders on page 13-14. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag Warning (Continued) should be allowed to inflate or not. forward-facing child restraint can According to accident statistics, be seriously injured or killed if the children are safer when properly passenger frontal airbag inflates secured in a rear seat in the correct and the passenger seat is in a Canada and Mexico child restraint for their weight forward position. The words ON and OFF, or the and size. Even if the passenger sensing symbol for on and off, are visible Whenever possible, children age system has turned off the during the system check. When the 12 and under should be secured in passenger frontal airbag, no system check is complete, either the a rear seating position. word ON or OFF, or the symbol for system is fail-safe. No one can Never put a rear-facing child seat in guarantee that an airbag will not on or off, will be visible. See the front. This is because the risk to Passenger Airbag Status Indicator inflate under some unusual the rear-facing child is so great, on page 5-18. circumstance, even though the if the airbag inflates. airbag is off. The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard { Warning Secure rear-facing child restraints passenger frontal airbag under in a rear seat, even if the airbag certain conditions. No other airbag A child in a rear-facing child is off. If you secure a is affected by the passenger restraint can be seriously injured forward-facing child restraint in sensing system. or killed if the passenger frontal the front outboard passenger The passenger sensing system airbag inflates. This is because seat, always move the seat as far works with sensors that are part of the back of the rear-facing child back as it will go. It is better to the front outboard passenger seat. restraint would be very close to secure the child restraint in a The sensors are designed to detect the inflating airbag. A child in a rear seat. the presence of a properly-seated (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The passenger sensing system is The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front designed to turn on the front { Warning outboard passenger frontal airbag if: outboard passenger frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a If the airbag readiness light ever . The front outboard passenger comes on and stays on, it means seat is unoccupied. person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard that something may be wrong . The system determines that an passenger seat. with the airbag system. To help infant is present in a child avoid injury to yourself or others, restraint. When the passenger sensing have the vehicle serviced right system has allowed the airbag to be away. See Airbag Readiness . A front outboard passenger enabled, the on indicator will light Light on page 5-17 for more takes his/her weight off of the and stay lit to remind you that the seat for a period of time. airbag is active. information, including important safety information. . There is a critical problem with For some children, including the airbag system or the children in child restraints, and for passenger sensing system. very small adults, the passenger If the On Indicator is Lit for a When the passenger sensing sensing system may or may not turn Child Restraint system has turned off the front off the front outboard passenger The passenger sensing system is outboard passenger frontal airbag, frontal airbag, depending upon the designed to turn off the front the off indicator will light and stay lit person’s seating posture and body outboard passenger frontal airbag if to remind you that the airbag is off. build. Everyone in the vehicle who the system determines that an infant See Passenger Airbag Status has outgrown child restraints should is present in a child restraint. If a Indicator on page 5-18. wear a safety belt properly — child restraint has been installed whether or not there is an airbag for and the on indicator is lit: that person. 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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3. Remove any additional items Also make sure the child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an from the seat such as blankets, restraint is not trapped under the Adult-Sized Occupant cushions, seat covers, seat vehicle head restraint. If this heaters, or seat massagers. happens, adjust the head 4. Reinstall the child restraint restraint. See Head Restraints following the directions provided on page 3-2. by the child restraint 6. Restart the vehicle. manufacturer and refer to The passenger sensing system Securing Child Restraints (Front may or may not turn off the Passenger Seat) on page 3-49 airbag for a child in a child or Securing Child Restraints restraint depending upon the (Rear Seat) on page 3-47. child’s size. It is better to secure 5. If, after reinstalling the child the child restraint in a rear seat. restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly If a person of adult size is sitting in recline the vehicle seatback and the front outboard passenger seat, adjust the seat cushion, but the off indicator is lit, it could be if adjustable, to make sure that because that person is not sitting the vehicle seatback is not properly in the seat. If this happens, pushing the child restraint into use the following steps to allow the the seat cushion. system to detect that person and enable the front outboard passenger frontal airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2. Remove any additional items aftermarket equipment except when from the seat such as blankets, Warning (Continued) approved by GM for your specific cushions, seat covers, seat vehicle. See Adding Equipment to heaters, or seat massagers. ride in the front outboard the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on passenger seat, if the passenger page 3-31 for more information 3. Place the seatback in the fully airbag off indicator is lit. upright position. about modifications that can affect how the system operates. 4. Have the person sit upright in Additional Factors Affecting A wet seat can affect the the seat, centered on the seat System Operation cushion, with legs comfortably performance of the passenger extended. Safety belts help keep the sensing system. Here is how: . 5. Restart the vehicle and have the passenger in position on the The passenger sensing system person remain in this position for seat during vehicle maneuvers may turn off the passenger two to three minutes after the on and braking, which helps the airbag when liquid is soaked into indicator is lit. passenger sensing system maintain the seat. If this happens, the off the passenger airbag status. indicator will be lit, and the See “Safety Belts” and “Child airbag readiness light on the { Warning Restraints” in the Index for instrument panel will also be lit. additional information about the If the front outboard passenger . Liquid pooled on the seat that importance of proper restraint use. airbag is turned off for an has not soaked in may make it adult-sized occupant, the airbag A thick layer of additional material, more likely that the passenger will not be able to inflate and help such as a blanket or cushion, sensing system will turn on the protect that person in a crash, or aftermarket equipment such as passenger airbag while a child resulting in an increased risk of seat covers, seat heaters, and restraint or child occupant is on serious injury or even death. An seat massagers can affect how well the seat. If the passenger airbag the passenger sensing system adult-sized occupant should not is turned on, the on indicator will operates. We recommend that be lit. (Continued) you not use seat covers or other Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If the passenger seat gets wet, dry Servicing the the seat immediately. If the airbag Warning (Continued) readiness light is lit, do not install a Airbag-Equipped Vehicle child restraint or allow anyone to Airbags affect how the vehicle proper service procedures, and occupy the seat. See Airbag should be serviced. There are parts make sure the person performing Readiness Light on page 5-17 for of the airbag system in several work for you is qualified to do so. important safety information. places around the vehicle. Your The on indicator may be lit if an dealer and the service manual have Adding Equipment to the information about servicing the object, such as a briefcase, Airbag-Equipped Vehicle handbag, grocery bag, laptop or vehicle and the airbag system. To other electronic device, is put on an purchase a service manual, see Adding accessories that change the unoccupied seat. If this is not Service Publications Ordering vehicle's frame, bumper system, desired remove the object from Information on page 13-11. height, front end, or side sheet the seat. metal, may keep the airbag system { Warning from working properly. The { Warning operation of the airbag system can For up to 10 seconds after the also be affected by changing or Stowing of articles under the vehicle is turned off and the moving any parts of the front seats, passenger seat or between the battery is disconnected, an airbag safety belts, the airbag sensing and passenger seat cushion and can still inflate during improper diagnostic module, steering wheel, seatback may interfere with the service. You can be injured if you instrument panel, roof-rail airbag proper operation of the passenger are close to an airbag when it modules, ceiling headliner or pillar garnish trim, front sensors, side sensing system. inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the impact sensors, or airbag wiring. airbag system. Be sure to follow (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Your dealer and the service manual turning off the passenger airbag(s). have information about the location See Passenger Sensing System on { Caution of the airbag sensors, sensing and page 3-26. If an airbag covering is damaged, diagnostic module, and airbag If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail wiring. opened, or broken, the airbag airbags, see Different Size Tires may not work properly. Do not In addition, the vehicle has a and Wheels on page 10-81 for open or break the airbag passenger sensing system for the additional important information. coverings. If there are any front outboard passenger position, If you have to modify your vehicle opened or broken airbag which includes sensors that are because you have a disability and coverings, have the airbag part of the passenger seat. The you have questions about whether covering and/or airbag module passenger sensing system may not the modifications will affect the operate properly if the original seat replaced. For the location of the vehicle's airbag system, or if you airbags, see Where Are the trim is replaced with non-GM have questions about whether the covers, upholstery, or trim; or with Airbags? on page 3-22. See your airbag system will be affected if the dealer for service. GM covers, upholstery, or trim vehicle is modified for any other designed for a different vehicle. Any reason, call Customer Assistance. object, such as an aftermarket seat See Customer Assistance Offices Replacing Airbag System heater or a comfort-enhancing pad on page 13-3. or device, installed under or on top Parts after a Crash of the seat fabric, could also Airbag System Check interfere with the operation of the { Warning passenger sensing system. This The airbag system does not need could either prevent proper regularly scheduled maintenance or A crash can damage the airbag deployment of the passenger replacement. Make sure the airbag systems in the vehicle. airbag(s) or prevent the passenger readiness light is working. See A damaged airbag system may sensing system from properly Airbag Readiness Light on not work properly and may not page 5-17. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Warning (Continued) come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that protect you and your Older Children booster. Use a booster seat with a passenger(s) in a crash, resulting lap-shoulder belt until the child in serious injury or even death. To passes the fit test below: help make sure the airbag systems are working properly . Sit all the way back on the seat. after a crash, have them Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, inspected and any necessary return to the booster seat. replacements made as soon as possible. . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If an airbag inflates, you will need to If no, try using the rear safety replace airbag system parts. See belt comfort guide. See “Rear your dealer for service. Safety Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on If the airbag readiness light stays on Older children who have outgrown page 3-14. If the shoulder belt after the vehicle is started or comes booster seats should wear the still does not rest on the on when you are driving, the airbag vehicle safety belts. system may not work properly. Have shoulder, then return to the the vehicle serviced right away. See booster seat. Airbag Readiness Light on . Does the lap belt fit low and page 5-17. snug on the hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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. Can proper safety belt fit be Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort maintained for the length of the Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on trip? If yes, continue. If no, page 3-14. return to the booster seat. According to accident statistics, Q: What is the proper way to children are safer when properly wear safety belts? restrained in a rear seating position. A: An older child should wear a In a crash, children who are not lap-shoulder belt and get the buckled up can strike other people additional restraint a shoulder who are buckled up, or can be belt can provide. The shoulder thrown out of the vehicle. Older belt should not cross the face or children need to use safety belts neck. The lap belt should fit properly. snugly below the hips, just { Warning touching the top of the thighs. { Warning This applies belt force to the Never allow a child to wear the child's pelvic bones in a crash. Never allow more than one child safety belt with the shoulder belt It should never be worn over the to wear the same safety belt. The behind their back. A child can be abdomen, which could cause safety belt cannot properly spread seriously injured by not wearing severe or even fatal internal the impact forces. In a crash, they injuries in a crash. the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a can be crushed together and crash, the child would not be seriously injured. A safety belt restrained by the shoulder belt. must be used by only one person The child could move too far at a time. forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The child might also slide under the lap (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Infants and Young Warning (Continued) { Warning Children belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs Children can be seriously injured applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and or strangled if a shoulder belt is That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the wrapped around their neck and injuries. The shoulder belt should distance traveled nor the age and the safety belt continues to go over the shoulder and across size of the traveler changes the tighten. Never leave children the chest. need, for everyone, to use safety unattended in a vehicle and never restraints. In fact, the law in every allow children to play with the state in the United States and in safety belts. every Canadian province says children up to some age must be Every time infants and young restrained while in a vehicle. children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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{ Warning Warning (Continued)

Never hold an infant or a child seat, always move the front while riding in a vehicle. Due to passenger seat as far back as it crash forces, an infant or a child will go. will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's arms. An infant should be secured in an appropriate { Warning restraint. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child Q: What are the different types of restraint in a rear seat. It is also add-on child restraints? better to secure a forward-facing A: Add-on child restraints, which child restraint in a rear seat. If you are purchased by the vehicle must secure a forward-facing owner, are available in four basic child restraint in the right front types. Selection of a particular (Continued) restraint should take into consideration not only the child's Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will { Warning { Warning be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used. To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular For most basic types of child need complete support. In a safety belt may not remain low on restraints, there are many crash, if an infant is in a the hip bones, as it should. different models available. When rear-facing child restraint, the Instead, it may settle up around purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in crash forces can be distributed the child's abdomen. In a crash, a motor vehicle. If it is, the across the strongest part of an the belt would apply force on a restraint will have a label saying infant's body, the back and body area that is unprotected by that it meets federal motor shoulders. Infants should always any bony structure. This alone vehicle safety standards. be secured in rear-facing child could cause serious or fatal restraints. injuries. To reduce the risk of The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the serious or fatal injuries during a restraint state the weight and crash, young children should height limitations for a particular always be secured in appropriate child restraint. In addition, there child restraints. are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Child Restraint Systems

Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats Rear-Facing Infant Seat A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness. vehicle's safety belt system. restraint with the seating surface A booster seat can also help a child against the back of the infant. to see out the window. 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to Restraint in the Vehicle crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station. For CPST { Warning When securing an add-on child availability in Canada, check with restraint, refer to the instructions Transport Canada or the Provincial A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which Ministry of Transportation office. killed in a crash if the child may be on the restraint itself or in a Securing the Child Within the restraint is not properly secured in booklet, or both, and to this manual. Child Restraint the vehicle. Secure the child The child restraint instructions are restraint properly in the vehicle important, so if they are not { Warning using the vehicle safety belt or available, obtain a replacement LATCH system, following the copy from the manufacturer. A child can be seriously injured or instructions that came with that Keep in mind that an unsecured killed in a crash if the child is not child restraint and the instructions child restraint can move around in a properly secured in the child in this manual. collision or sudden stop and injure restraint. Secure the child people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly following the instructions To help reduce the chance of injury, properly secure any child restraint in that came with that child restraint. 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 Where to Put the seats by lap belts or the lap belt and Canada, Certified Child Restraint portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by Passenger Safety Technicians According to accident statistics, the LATCH system. See Lower (CPSTs) are available to inspect children and infants are safer when Anchors and Tethers for Children and demonstrate how to correctly properly restrained in a child (LATCH System) on page 3-41. use and install child restraints. In restraint system or infant restraint the U.S., refer to the National system secured in a rear seating Highway Traffic Safety position. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Whenever possible, children aged Child restraints and booster seats 12 and under should be secured in Warning (Continued) vary considerably in size, and some a rear seating position. may fit in certain seating positions system is fail-safe. No one can better than others. Always make Never put a rear-facing child seat in guarantee that an airbag will not the front. This is because the risk to sure the child restraint is properly deploy under some unusual secured. the rear-facing child is so great if the circumstance, even though it is airbag deploys. turned off. Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the { Warning Secure rear-facing child restraints child restraint, you may not be able in a rear seat, even if the airbag to access adjacent safety belt A child in a rear-facing child is off. If you secure a assemblies or LATCH anchors for restraint can be seriously injured forward-facing child restraint in additional passengers or child or killed if the front passenger the front seat, always move the restraints. Adjacent seating airbag inflates. This is because front passenger seat as far back positions should not be used if the the back of the rear-facing child as it will go. It is better to secure child restraint prevents access to or restraint would be very close to the child restraint in a rear seat. interferes with the routing of the safety belt. the inflating airbag. A child in a See Passenger Sensing System forward-facing child restraint can on page 3-26 for additional Wherever a child restraint is be seriously injured or killed if the information. installed, be sure to secure the child front passenger airbag inflates restraint properly. and the passenger seat is in a Keep in mind that an unsecured forward position. When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the child restraint can move around in a Even if the passenger sensing instructions that came with the child collision or sudden stop and injure system has turned off the front restraint to make sure it is people in the vehicle. Be sure to passenger frontal airbag, no compatible with this vehicle. properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle — even when no child is (Continued) in it. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Lower Anchors and recommends that the booster seat The following explains how to be secured with the LATCH system, attach a child restraint with these Tethers for Children this can be done as long as the attachments in the vehicle. (LATCH System) booster seat can be positioned Not all vehicle seating positions or The LATCH system secures a child properly and there is no interference child restraints have lower anchors restraint during driving or in a crash. with the proper positioning of the and attachments or top tether LATCH attachments on the child lap-shoulder belt on the child. anchors and attachments. restraint are used to attach the child Make sure to follow the instructions restraint to the anchors in the that came with the child restraint, Lower Anchors vehicle. This system is designed to and also the instructions in this make installation of a child restraint manual. easier. When installing a child restraint with In order to use the LATCH system in a top tether, you must also use your vehicle, you need a child either the lower anchors or the restraint that has LATCH safety belts to properly secure the attachments. LATCH-compatible child restraint. A child restraint must rear-facing and forward-facing child never be installed using only the top seats can be properly installed tether and anchor. using either the LATCH anchors or The LATCH anchorage system can the vehicle s safety belts. Do not ’ be used until the combined weight use both the safety belts and the of the child plus the child restraint is LATCH anchorage system to secure 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt a rear-facing or forward-facing Lower anchors (1) are metal bars alone instead of the LATCH child seat. built into the vehicle. There are anchorage system once the two lower anchors for each Booster seats use the vehicle s ’ combined weight is more than LATCH seating position that will safety belts to secure the child in 29.5 kg (65 lbs). accommodate a child restraint with the booster seat. If the manufacturer lower attachments (2). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations 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 the instructions for your child A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of Rear Seat - Sedan or Wagon the child restraint to the vehicle. restraint. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (2) on the child restraint 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To assist in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. For a wagon the lower anchors are beneath Rear Seat - Coupe zippers, near the labels. Open the Sedan zippers to access the lower I (Top Tether Anchor): Seating anchors. positions with top tether anchors. H (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.

To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is on the cover.

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Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor Warning (Continued) if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if child could be seriously injured or the instructions that come with the killed. Install a LATCH-type child child restraint say that the top tether restraint properly using the must be attached. anchors, or use the vehicle safety belts to secure the restraint, According to accident statistics, following the instructions that children and infants are safer when came with the child restraint and properly restrained in a child the instructions in this manual. restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating Wagon position. See Where to Put the The top tether anchors for a sedan Restraint on page 3-39 for { Warning or coupe are under the tether additional information. covers, on the rear seatback filler Securing a Child Restraint Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. panel. For the wagon, the outboard Designed for the LATCH Attaching more than one child top tether anchors are under the System tether covers behind the rear restraint to a single anchor could seatback. The wagon's center top cause the anchor or attachment tether anchor is under the tether { Warning to come loose or even break cover, on the vehicle floor, behind during a crash. A child or others If a LATCH-type child restraint is the rear seatback. Be sure to use an could be injured. To reduce the not attached to anchors, the child anchor on the same side of the risk of serious or fatal injuries restraint will not be able to protect vehicle as the seating position during a crash, attach only one the child correctly. In a crash, the where the child restraint will be child restraint per anchor. placed. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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attachments or the desired { Warning Caution (Continued) seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child Children can be seriously injured Do not fold the empty rear seat restraint with the top tether and or strangled if a shoulder belt is with a safety belt buckled. This the safety belts. Refer to your wrapped around their neck and could damage the safety belt or child restraint manufacturer the safety belt continues to the seat. Unbuckle and return the instructions and the instructions tighten. Buckle any unused safety safety belt to its stowed position, in this manual. belts behind the child restraint so before folding the seat. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for children cannot reach them. Pull the desired seating the shoulder belt all the way out If you need to secure more than one position. of the retractor to set the lock, child restraint in the rear seat, see 1.2. Put the child restraint on if the vehicle has one, after the Where to Put the Restraint on the seat. child restraint has been installed. page 3-39. 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower This system is designed to make attachments on the child installation of child restraints easier. restraint to the lower When using lower anchors, do not { Caution anchors. use the vehicle’s safety belts. Do not let the LATCH Instead, use the vehicle’s anchors 2. If the child restraint manufacturer attachments rub against the and child restraint attachments to recommends that the top tether vehicle’s safety belts. This may secure the restraints. Some be attached, attach and tighten damage these parts. If necessary, restraints also use another vehicle the top tether to the top tether move buckled safety belts to anchor to secure the top tether. anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and avoid rubbing the LATCH 1. Attach and tighten the lower the following steps: attachments. attachments to the lower (Continued) anchors. If the child restraint 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. does not have lower Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2.2. Open the top tether anchor cover to expose the anchor. 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions:

If the position you are using If the position you are using does not have head has a fixed head restraint restraint and you are using and you are using a single a dual tether, route the tether, route the tether over tether over the seatback. the head restraint.

If the position you are using does not have head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) When securing a child restraint in a { Warning rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child A crash can damage the LATCH restraint to make sure it is system in the vehicle. A damaged compatible with this vehicle. LATCH system may not properly If the child restraint has the LATCH If the position you are using secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even system, see Lower Anchors and has a fixed head restraint Tethers for Children (LATCH death in a crash. To help make and you are using a dual System) on page 3-41 for how and sure the LATCH system is tether, route the tether where to install your child restraint around the head restraint. working properly after a crash, using LATCH. If a child restraint is see your dealer to have the 3. Before placing a child in the secured in the vehicle using a child restraint, make sure it is system inspected and any safety belt and it uses a top tether, securely held in place. To check, necessary replacements made as see Lower Anchors and Tethers for grasp the child restraint at the soon as possible. Children (LATCH System) on LATCH path and attempt to page 3-41 for top tether anchor move it side to side and back If the vehicle has the LATCH system locations. and forth. There should be no and it was being used during a Do not secure a child restraint in a more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of crash, new LATCH system parts position without a top tether anchor movement for proper installation. may be needed. if a national or local law requires New parts and repairs may be that the top tether be anchored, or if necessary even if the LATCH the instructions that come with the system was not being used at the child restraint say that the top strap time of the crash. must be anchored. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. If more than one child restraint 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way needs to be installed in the rear buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the seat, be sure to read Where to Put Position the release button on lock. When the retractor lock is the Restraint on page 3-39. the buckle so that the safety belt set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor. 1. Put the child restraint on could be quickly unbuckled if the seat. necessary. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer instructions (Front Passenger Seat) regarding the use of the top This vehicle has airbags. A rear tether. See Lower Anchors and seat is a safer place to secure a Tethers for Children (LATCH forward-facing child restraint. See System) on page 3-41. Where to Put the Restraint on 7. Before placing a child in the page 3-39 child restraint, make sure it is In addition, the vehicle has a securely held in place. To check, passenger sensing system which is grasp the child restraint at the designed to turn off the front safety belt path and attempt to passenger frontal airbag under 5. To tighten the belt, push down move it side to side and back certain conditions. See Passenger on the child restraint, pull the and forth. When the child Sensing System on page 3-26 and shoulder portion of the belt to restraint is properly installed, Passenger Airbag Status Indicator tighten the lap portion of the belt, there should be no more than on page 5-18 for more information, and feed the shoulder belt back 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. including important safety into the retractor. When installing To remove the child restraint, information. a forward-facing child restraint, it unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and A label on the sun visor says, may be helpful to use your knee let it return to the stowed position. “Never put a rear-facing child seat in to push down on the child If the top tether is attached to a top the front.” This is because the risk to restraint as you tighten the belt. tether anchor, disconnect it. the rear-facing child is so great, Try to pull the belt out of the if the airbag deploys. 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Do not secure a child seat in a { Warning Warning (Continued) position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints that the top tether be anchored, or if restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the the instructions that come with the or killed if the front passenger airbag is off. If you secure a child restraint say that the top strap airbag inflates. This is because forward-facing child restraint in must be anchored. 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 Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have the inflating airbag. A child in a as it will go. It is better to secure a top tether, and that the tether be forward-facing child restraint can the child restraint in a rear seat. attached. be seriously injured or killed if the See Passenger Sensing System front passenger airbag inflates You will be using the lap-shoulder on page 3-26 for additional belt to secure the child restraint in and the passenger seat is in a information. forward position. this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Even if the passenger sensing If the child restraint has the LATCH system has turned off the front 1. Move the seat as far back as it system, see Lower Anchors and will go before securing the passenger frontal airbag, no Tethers for Children (LATCH forward-facing child restraint. system is fail-safe. No one can System) on page 3-41 for how and guarantee that an airbag will not where to install the child restraint When the passenger sensing deploy under some unusual using LATCH. If a child restraint is system has turned off the front circumstance, even though it is secured using a safety belt and it passenger frontal airbag, the off turned off. uses a top tether, see Lower indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should (Continued) Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-41 for light and stay lit when the top tether anchor locations. vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-18. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (51,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock. When the retractor lock is shoulder portion of the belt to set, the belt can be tightened but tighten the lap portion of the belt, not pulled out of the retractor. and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the Position the release button on the buckle, so that the safety retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat belt could be quickly unbuckled Steps 5 and 6. if necessary. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (52,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint” under Passenger Sensing System on page 3-26. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Storage 4-1

Storage Storage Instrument Panel Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Storage Compartments ...... 4-1 { Warning Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . 4-1 Glove Box ...... 4-1 Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders ...... 4-2 objects in storage compartments. Center Console Storage ...... 4-2 In a crash, these objects may cause the cover to open and Additional Storage Features could result in injury. Cargo Cover (Wagon) ...... 4-2 Cargo Management System (Sedan and Wagon) ...... 4-3 Cargo Net (Sedan and Wagon) ...... 4-4 There is a storage area below the Convenience Net (Coupe) . . . . 4-6 climate control system. To access, push the cover. Roof Rack System Roof Rack System (Sedan and Glove Box Wagon) ...... 4-6 To open, press the button. Use the key to lock and unlock. The glove box has a shelf that can be removed by pulling it out. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Cupholders Center Console Storage Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover (Wagon) The cargo cover can be used to cover items in the cargo area.

There are cupholders in the front of The center console has an upper the center console. Push the cover and lower storage area. To access, to open. lift the levers on either side of the There are also cupholders in the center console. There is an rear center armrest. Pull the armrest additional storage area behind the down to use. center console. To access, push the cover. To install the cargo cover: 1. Hold the cartridge with the pull-out shade toward the rear of the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2. Align the cartridge over the Cargo Management pin (2) on both sides. Press the cartridge down and turn it System (Sedan and slightly forward until it clicks. Wagon) 3. The cartridge is properly installed if it fits firmly when 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 The cover can be opened to two posts and carefully roll it positions to allow access to the back up. storage area. 2. Pull the handle (1) back and Some items may be stored in the cargo area when the cover is remove it from the pin (2) on the Press the bottom of the load floor closed. trim panel. Repeat this on the handle assembly to lift the top on other side. the handle. Pull up on the handle to D-Ring Sliders open the cargo management { Warning system. There are four D-Ring sliders that move along rails on both sides of An unsecured cargo cover could the cargo management area. These strike people in a sudden stop or can be used as tie-downs when turn, or in a crash. Store the storing cargo. cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

4-4 Storage

Installing D-Ring Sliders Cargo Net (Sedan and 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 The loop of the D-Ring slider must occur and items can be thrown be facing inward toward the storage about the vehicle. You or others To install the D-Ring slider (1), insert area and the ring must be in the up it into the channel (2) in the middle position for proper usage. could be injured. Always store of each rail. items behind the net. Press the button to move the D-Ring slider. The rings can be locked into various positions along For vehicles equipped with a cargo the rail. net, it can be used to store light loads, keeping them from falling over or being thrown. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The net should not be overloaded or 2. There are four tether positions used to store heavy loads. for the lower hook straps. In the front position, the seatbacks should be down for the net to properly hold items.

4. The net can also be mounted to the tethers on the back of the rear seats when the seats are 1. There are four installation points upright. in the roof: two in front of and two behind the rear seats. Insert the top corners of the 3. Mount the cargo net to the rear cargo net into the large opening seat tethers on the front of the in the roof and secure by sliding bottom cushions. them into the small opening. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Roof Rack System purchased as an accessory. See your dealer for additional Roof Rack System information. (Sedan and Wagon) { Caution

{ Warning Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 75 kg If something is carried on top of (165 lb) or hangs over the rear or the vehicle that is longer or wider sides of the vehicle may damage than the roof rack — like paneling, the vehicle. Load cargo so that it plywood, or a mattress — the rests evenly between the 5. Pull on the straps to tighten wind can catch it while the vehicle crossrails, making sure to fasten the net. is being driven. The item being cargo securely. carried could be violently torn off, and this could cause a collision Convenience Net (Coupe) To prevent damage or loss of and damage the vehicle. Never The vehicle may have a cargo when driving, check to carry something longer or wider make sure crossrails and cargo convenience net in the rear. Put than the roof rack on top of the small loads behind the net. It can are securely fastened. Loading vehicle unless using a GM also be positioned into an envelope cargo on the roof rack will make the certified accessory carrier. style to hold smaller items. The net vehicle’s center of gravity higher. is not for heavier loads. Store items Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, as far forward as you can. If equipped, the roof rack can be sharp turns, sudden braking, used to load items. For roof racks or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it that do not have crossrails included, may result in loss of control. GM Certified crossrails can be If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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occasionally stop the vehicle to Before installing the crossrails (1), make sure the cargo remains in its remove the siderail covers (2). Pull place. straight up on the rear of the siderail Do not exceed the maximum vehicle cover. Store covers flat; do not stack capacity when loading the vehicle. items on them. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-11. Installing the Crossrails

3. The crossrail supports are labeled with an arrow (2) that needs to point toward the front of the vehicle. A pin (1) will be visible on the bottom when the crossrail support lever is down. 1. Identify the front and rear To install the crossrail support, crossrail. move the lever into the forward upper position; the pin (1) will 2. The front crossrail (1) is smaller not be visible. than the rear crossrail (2). 1. Crossrails 2. Siderail Cover Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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. 4. Locate the forward or rearward Removing the Crossrails cut-out in the siderail channel. 1. Move both levers of the crossrail 5. Insert both crossrail ends into into the upper forward position. the cut-outs, making sure the arrows are pointed toward the 2. Slide the crossrail into the front of the vehicle. 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 ...... 5-32 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 5-3 Brake System Messages . . . . 5-33 Heated Steering Wheel ...... 5-4 Indicator ...... 5-18 Charging System Light ...... 5-18 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 ...... 5-22 Messages ...... 5-35 Headlamp Washer ...... 5-7 Engine Oil Messages ...... 5-36 Compass ...... 5-7 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...... 5-23 Engine Power Messages . . . . 5-36 Clock ...... 5-9 Fuel System Messages ...... 5-37 Power Outlets ...... 5-9 Up-Shift Light ...... 5-23 StabiliTrak® OFF Light ...... 5-23 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 5-37 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 ...... 5-40 Indicators ...... 5-10 Warning Light ...... 5-24 Ride Control System Instrument Cluster ...... 5-11 Tire Pressure Light ...... 5-25 Messages ...... 5-41 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 . . . 5-44 Tachometer ...... 5-13 Front Fog Lamp Light ...... 5-26 Tire Messages ...... 5-44 Fuel Gauge ...... 5-13 Lamps On Reminder ...... 5-26 Boost Gauge ...... 5-14 Cruise Control Light ...... 5-27 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

5-2 Instruments and Controls

Transmission Messages . . . . . 5-45 Controls Power Tilt Wheel Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . 5-46 Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . 5-46 Steering Wheel Vehicle Personalization Adjustment Vehicle Personalization ...... 5-46 Universal Remote System Universal Remote System . . . 5-54 Universal Remote System Programming ...... 5-54 Universal Remote System Operation ...... 5-57 If equipped with the power tilt and telescoping 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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. Press to interact with the Bluetooth® system. See Bluetooth on . For vehicles with a navigation page 7-35. system, OnStar, or Bluetooth, press and hold b / g for + e − (Volume): Press to increase two seconds and say “hands or to decrease the volume. free” to interact with OnStar or b / g (Mute/Speech Recognition/ Bluetooth. See OnStar Overview Push to Talk): Press and release on page 14-1 or Bluetooth on to silence the vehicle speakers only. page 7-35. Some audio steering wheel controls The audio of the wireless and wired could differ depending on the headphones, if equipped, does not vehicle's options. Controls that can mute. Press and release b / g be adjusted at the steering wheel again to turn the sound on. may include: . For vehicles with a navigation SRCE (Source): Press to switch system, press and hold b / g for between AM, FM, or SiriusXM (if two seconds to initiate speech equipped) radio, CD, DVD (if recognition. See Speech equipped), HDD (if equipped), “ Recognition in the navigation auxiliary input jack, and USB (if ” manual. equipped). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 10-32. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID Rear Window Wiper/ The system turns off when the displays on the Driver Information button is returned to the middle Center (DIC) when the washer fluid Washer position. is low. See Washer Fluid Messages For vehicles with a rear window Z (Rear Wiper Delay Short): on page 5-46. wiper/washer, the controls are on Sets a five‐second delay between See Washer Fluid on page 10-26 for the end of the windshield wiper wipes. lever. information on filling the windshield 5 (Rear Wiper Delay Long): Sets washer fluid reservoir. a 10‐second delay between wipes. If the headlamps are on while the = (Rear Washer): Push the windshield is being washed, the windshield wiper lever forward to headlamp washers, if the vehicle spray washer fluid on the rear has them, will also turn on. See window. The lever returns to its “Headlamp Washer” following for starting position when released. more information. The windshield washer reservoir is Wiper Activated Headlamps used for the windshield and the rear This feature activates the window. Check the fluid level in the headlamps and parking lamps after reservoir if either washer is not the windshield wipers have been in working. See Washer Fluid on use for about six seconds. For this page 10-26. feature to work, the exterior lamp Press the upper or lower portion of control must be in AUTO. the button to control the rear wiper and rear wiper delay. The wiper-activated headlamps immediately turn off, when the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF or the windshield wiper control is turned off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Headlamp Washer be washed. After the first wash, the To adjust for compass variance, use headlamps will not be washed until the following procedure: For vehicles with headlamp washers the fifth press of the windshield they clear debris from the headlamp washer button. Compass Variance (Zone) lenses. Procedure The headlamps must be on to be washed. If the headlamps are off, 1. Do not set the compass zone only the windshield will be washed when the vehicle is moving. On an automatic transmission when the washer button is pressed. If the washer fluid is low, the vehicle, only set it when the headlamp washers will not work. vehicle is in P (Park). On a manual transmission vehicle, See Windshield Wiper/Washer on only set it when the vehicle is page 5-4 for more information. stopped. T V Compass Press until PRESS TO CHANGE COMPASS ZONE The vehicle may have a compass in displays. the Driver Information Center (DIC). The headlamp washers are beneath Compass Zone the headlamps. The zone is set to zone eight. If you Press the washer button at the end do not live in zone eight or drive out of the windshield wiper lever to of the area, the variance needs to wash the headlamps. Both the be changed to the appropriate zone. headlamps and the windshield will Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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, such as window, sunroof, manhole covers, or other industrial climate controls, seats, etc. structures, if possible. during the calibration procedure. If the DIC display does not show a T V 2. Find the vehicle's current heading, for example, N for North, 2. Press until PRESS TO location and variance zone or the heading does not change CALIBRATE COMPASS number on the map. after making turns, there may be a displays. Zones 1 through 15 are strong magnetic field interfering with 3. Press V to start the compass the compass. Interference may be available. calibration. caused by a magnetic antenna 3. Press V to scroll through and mount, magnetic note pad holder, 4. The DIC will display select the appropriate or any other magnetic item. Turn off CALIBRATING DRIVE IN variance zone. the vehicle, move the magnetic CIRCLES. Drive the vehicle in item, then turn on the vehicle and tight circles at less than 3 until the vehicle 4. Press calibrate the compass. 8 km/h (5 mph) to complete the heading, for example, N for calibration. The DIC will display North, is displayed in the DIC. CALIBRATION COMPLETE for a 5. Calibrate the compass. See few seconds then returns to the “Compass Calibration PRESS V TO CALIBRATE Procedure” following. COMPASS display. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Clock There are three accessory power Certain electrical accessories may outlets. The power outlets below the not be compatible with the The analog clock is on the climate control system, inside the accessory power outlet and could instrument panel above the radio. center console, and on the rear of overload vehicle or adapter fuses. The clock is not connected with any the center console are powered If a problem is experienced, see other vehicle system and runs by while the vehicle is in ON/RUN, your dealer. itself. To adjust the clock: START or ACC/ACCESSORY When adding electrical equipment, 1. Locate the adjustment buttons mode, or until the driver door is be sure to follow the proper directly below the clock. opened within 10 minutes of turning installation instructions included with off the vehicle. 2. Press and hold the right the equipment. See Add-On adjustment button to move the The CTS Wagon has an additional Electrical Equipment on page 9-59. clock hands forward, or the left accessory power outlet near the adjustment button to make the rear cargo net that is powered at all { Caution clock hands go backward. times. Holding either button down will Remove the cover to access and Hanging heavy equipment from cause the clock to advance replace when not in use. the power outlet can cause faster. Release the button before damage not covered by the the desired time is reached. { Caution vehicle warranty. The power 3. Press and release either button outlets are designed for to adjust the time by one-minute Leaving electrical equipment accessory power plugs only, such increments. plugged in for an extended period as cell phone charge cords. of time while the vehicle is off will Power Outlets drain the battery. Always unplug electrical equipment when not in Accessory power outlets can be use and do not plug in equipment used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. that exceeds the maximum 20 amp rating. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators to indicate they are working. check the section that explains what Warning lights and gauges can Gauges can indicate when there to do. Follow this manual's advice. signal that something is wrong could be a problem with a vehicle Waiting to do repairs can be costly before it becomes serious enough function. Often gauges and warning and even dangerous. to cause an expensive repair or lights work together to indicate a replacement. Paying attention to the problem with the vehicle. warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Instrument Cluster

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Speedometer The trip odometer is part of the The CTS-V tachometer has tracer Driver Information Center (DIC); for lights that follow the movement of The speedometer shows the more information see Driver the tachometer indicator. The tracer vehicle's speed in either kilometers Information Center (DIC) on lights also flash when it is time to per hour (km/h) or miles per page 5-27. up-shift to avoid the engine speed hour (mph). For vehicles that have the limit. See Automatic Transmission on page 9-26 or Manual Odometer navigation system, see the navigation manual for more Transmission on page 9-31 for more The odometer shows how far the information. information. vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. Tachometer Fuel Gauge This vehicle has a tamper‐resistant The tachometer displays the engine odometer. The digital odometer will speed in revolutions per read 999,999 if it is turned back. minute (rpm). If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed, it must be set to the { Caution mileage total of the old odometer. If that is not possible, then it must If the engine is operated with the be set at zero and a label must be tachometer in the shaded warning put on the driver door to show the area, the vehicle could be old mileage reading when the new damaged, and the damages odometer was installed. would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not operate Trip Odometer the engine with the tachometer in When the ignition is on, the fuel The trip odometer can record the the shaded warning area. gauge indicates how much fuel is number of kilometers or miles left in the tank. traveled for up to two trips. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 manifold before it enters the sounds. See Fuel System combustion chamber. This gauge Messages on page 5-37 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 5-36 and Engine Gauge Oil on page 10-10. { Caution

English Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the For vehicles with an engine oil engine. Driving with the engine pressure gauge, it shows the engine oil low can also damage the oil pressure in kPa (kilopascals) engine. The repairs would not be or psi (pounds per square inch) covered by the vehicle warranty. when the engine is running. Check the oil level as soon as Oil pressure may vary with engine possible. Add oil if required, but if speed, outside temperature, and oil the oil level is within the operating viscosity, but if readings are outside range and the oil pressure is still Metric the normal operating range, the oil low, have the vehicle serviced. pressure light will come on. See Always follow the maintenance Engine Oil Pressure Light on schedule for changing engine oil. page 5-25 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 10-24 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 light nor the chime comes on. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes Reminder Light warning light and chime may turn on on for several seconds when the if an object is put on the seat such vehicle is started. If the light does There is a passenger safety belt as a briefcase, handbag, grocery not come on then, have it fixed reminder light near the passenger bag, laptop, or other electronic immediately. airbag status indicator. See device. To turn off the warning light Passenger Sensing System on and/or chime, remove the object { Warning page 3-26. from the seat or buckle the safety belt. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or Airbag Readiness Light comes on while driving, it means This light shows if there is an the airbag system might not be electrical problem with the airbag working properly. The airbags in system. The system check includes the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate When the vehicle is started, this the airbag sensor(s), passenger without a crash. To help avoid light flashes and a chime may come sensing system, the pretensioners, injury, have the vehicle serviced on to remind passengers to fasten the airbag modules, the wiring, and their safety belt. Then the light stays the crash sensing and diagnostic right away. on solid until the belt is buckled. module. For more information on the This cycle continues several times if airbag system, see Airbag System If there is a problem with the airbag the passenger remains or becomes on page 3-20. system, a Driver Information Center unbuckled while the vehicle is (DIC) message may also come on. moving. See Airbag System Messages on If the passenger safety belt is page 5-43. buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Passenger Airbag Status several seconds as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, { Warning Indicator the status indicator will light either The vehicle has a passenger ON or OFF, or either the on or off If the airbag readiness light ever sensing system. See Passenger symbol, to let you know the status of comes on and stays on, it means Sensing System on page 3-26 for the front outboard passenger frontal that something may be wrong important safety information. The airbag. with the airbag system. To help instrument panel has a passenger avoid injury to yourself or others, If the word ON or the on symbol is have the vehicle serviced right airbag status indicator. lit on the passenger airbag status away. See Airbag Readiness indicator, it means that the outboard Light on page 5-17 for more front passenger frontal airbag is allowed to inflate. information, including important safety information. If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the Charging System Light United States passenger sensing system has turned off the outboard front passenger frontal airbag. If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the Canada and Mexico passenger sensing system. See The charging system light comes on your dealer for service. briefly when the ignition is turned When the vehicle is started, the on, but the engine is not running, as passenger airbag status indicator a check to show the light is working. will light the words ON and OFF, or the symbols for on and off, for Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The light turns off when the engine Malfunction is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Indicator Lamp If the light stays on, or comes on A computer system called OBD II while driving, there may be a (On-Board Diagnostics-Second problem with the electrical charging Generation) monitors the operation system. Have it checked by your of the vehicle to ensure emissions This light should come on when the dealer. Driving while this light is on are at acceptable levels, helping to ignition is on, but the engine is not could drain the battery. maintain a clean environment. The running, as a check to show it is malfunction indicator lamp comes working. If it does not, have the When this light comes on, the Driver on when the vehicle is placed in vehicle serviced by your dealer. Information Center (DIC) also ON/RUN, as a check to show it is displays a message. working. If it does not, have the If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while the engine is See Battery Voltage and Charging vehicle serviced by your dealer. See running, this indicates that the Messages on page 5-32. Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9-15 or Ignition Positions OBD II system has detected a If a short distance must be driven (Key Access) on page 9-17 for more problem and diagnosis and service with the light on, be sure to turn off information. might be required. all accessories, such as the radio Malfunctions often are indicated by and air conditioner. the system before any problem is apparent. Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle. This system also assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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. If towing a trailer, reduce the { Caution Caution (Continued) amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the vehicle is continually driven could lead to costly repairs not If the light continues to flash, find a with this light on, the emission covered by the vehicle warranty. safe place to stop and park the controls might not work as well, This could also result in a failure vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at the vehicle fuel economy might to pass a required Emission least 10 seconds, and restart the not be as good, and the engine Inspection/Maintenance test. See engine. If the light is still flashing, might not run as smoothly. This Accessories and Modifications on follow the previous steps and see could lead to costly repairs that page 10-3. your dealer for service as soon as might not be covered by the possible. vehicle warranty. This light comes on during a Light On Steady: An emission malfunction in one of two ways: control system malfunction has Light Flashing: A misfire condition been detected on the vehicle. { Caution has been detected. A misfire Diagnosis and service might be increases vehicle emissions and required. Modifications made to the engine, could damage the emission control The following may correct an transmission, exhaust, intake, system on the vehicle. Diagnosis emission control system or fuel system of the vehicle or and service might be required. malfunction: the replacement of the original To prevent more serious damage to . tires with other than those of the Check that the fuel cap is fully the vehicle: same Tire Performance Criteria installed. See Filling the Tank on (TPC) can affect the vehicle's . Reduce vehicle speed. page 9-51. The diagnostic system can determine if the emission controls and can . Avoid hard accelerations. fuel cap has been left off or cause this light to come on. . Avoid steep uphill grades. improperly installed. A loose or Modifications to these systems missing fuel cap allows fuel to (Continued) evaporate into the atmosphere. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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A few driving trips with the cap Emissions Inspection and the ignition is turned to ON/RUN properly installed should turn the Maintenance Programs while the engine is off. See your light off. dealer for assistance in verifying Depending on where you live, proper operation of the . Check that good quality fuel is your vehicle may be required to malfunction indicator lamp. used. Poor fuel quality causes participate in an emission control the engine not to run as system inspection and maintenance . The OBD II (On-Board efficiently as designed and may program. For the inspection, the Diagnostics) system determines cause stalling after start-up, emission system test equipment will that critical emission control stalling when the vehicle is likely connect to the vehicle's Data systems have not been changed into gear, misfiring, Link Connector (DLC). completely diagnosed. The hesitation on acceleration, vehicle would be considered not or stumbling on acceleration. ready for inspection. This can These conditions might go away happen if the 12-volt battery has once the engine is warmed up. recently been replaced or run If one or more of these conditions down. The diagnostic system is occurs, change the fuel brand used. designed to evaluate critical It may require at least one full tank emission control systems during of the proper fuel to turn the light off. normal driving. This can take The DLC is under the instrument several days of routine driving. See Fuel on page 9-49. panel to the next to the steering If this has been done and the If none of the above have made the wheel. See your dealer if assistance vehicle still does not pass the light turn off, your dealer can check is needed. inspection for lack of OBD II the vehicle. The dealer has the The vehicle may not pass system readiness, your dealer proper test equipment and inspection if: can prepare the vehicle for diagnostic tools to fix any inspection. . The malfunction indicator lamp is mechanical or electrical problems on with the engine running, or if that might have developed. the light does not come on when Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Brake System Warning When the ignition is on, the brake brake is released, or while driving, system warning light also comes on there is a problem with the Electric Light when the parking brake is set. Parking Brake system. The vehicle brake system consists The light flashes or stays on if the If the light does not come on, of two hydraulic circuits. If one parking brake is not fully released. or remains flashing, see your dealer. circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the If the light stays on after the parking vehicle. For normal braking brake is fully released, there is a performance, both circuits need to base brake problem. be working If the warning light comes on, there { Warning is a brake problem. Have the brake The brake system might not be system inspected right away. working properly if the brake For vehicles with the Electric system warning light is on. Parking Brake (EPB), this parking Driving with the brake system brake warning light should come on warning light on can lead to a briefly when ignition is placed in ON/ crash. If the light is still on after RUN. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to the vehicle has been pulled off warn if there is a problem. Metric English the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for If this parking brake light comes on, This light should come on briefly service. there is a problem with a system on when the ignition is placed in ON/ the vehicle that is causing the RUN. If it does not come on then, parking brake system to work at a For vehicles with the Electric have it fixed so it will be ready to reduced level. The vehicle can still Parking Brake (EPB), this red brake warn if there is a problem. be driven, but should be taken to a status light comes on when the dealer parking brake is applied. If the light continues flashing after the parking Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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See Brake Assist on page 9-37 for driving, the vehicle needs service. See Manual Transmission on more information. If the regular brake system warning page 9-31 for more information. light is not on, the vehicle still has For the CTS-V, the tracer lights Antilock Brake System brakes, but not antilock brakes. function as a performance up-shift (ABS) Warning Light If the regular brake system warning light. light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a The tracers flash to indicate when problem with the regular brakes. to shift to the next higher gear to See Brake System Warning Light on avoid the engine speed limit. See page 5-22. Automatic Transmission on page 9-26 or Manual Transmission For vehicles with a Driver on page 9-31 for more information. Information Center (DIC), see Driver 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 dealer. the light comes on steady. If this The vehicle may have an up-shift happens, start the engine again to light. It indicates when to shift to the reset the system. If the ABS light next higher gear for best fuel stays on, or comes on again while economy. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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This light comes on when the If the light does not come on, have Engine Coolant StabiliTrak system is turned off. the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction If the system is working normally, Temperature Warning Control System (TCS) is also off. the indicator light turns off. Light If the StabiliTrak and TCS are off, If the light is on and not flashing, the the system does not assist in TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak controlling the vehicle. Turn on the system have been disabled. A DIC TCS and the StabiliTrak systems message may display. Check the and the warning light turns off. DIC messages to determine which See Traction Control/Electronic feature(s) is no longer functioning Stability Control on page 9-38. and whether the vehicle requires service. The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on briefly when If the indicator/warning light is on Traction Control System the vehicle is started. (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light 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 Traction Control/Electronic indicator light then goes off. Stability Control on page 9-38. If the light comes on and stays on while driving, the vehicle may have a problem with the cooling system. Stop and turn off the vehicle to This light comes on briefly when the avoid damage to the engine. engine is started. A warning chime sounds when this light is on. See Engine Overheating on page 10-24 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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. This light should come on briefly as See Tire Pressure Monitor the engine is started. If it does not For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Operation on page 10-73. come on, have the vehicle serviced Monitor System (TPMS), this light 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 means that oil is not flowing through about tire pressures and the TPMS. { Caution the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have When the Light Is On Steady Lack of proper engine oil some other system problem. See This indicates that one or more of maintenance can damage the your dealer. the tires are significantly engine. Driving with the engine underinflated. oil low can also damage the A Driver Information Center (DIC) engine. The repairs would not be tire pressure message may also covered by the vehicle warranty. display. See Tire Messages on Check the oil level as soon as page 5-44. Stop as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if possible, and inflate the tires to the the oil level is within the operating pressure value shown on the Tire range and the oil pressure is still and Loading Information label. See low, have the vehicle serviced. Tire Pressure on page 10-70. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 2-23. 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 9-41 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 Level Low” under Fuel System Information Display Menu Items” for each trip odometer in either Messages on page 5-37 for more following for more information. kilometers (km) or miles (mi). Both information. U (Customization): Press to odometers can be used at the same AVG (Average) Economy scroll through each of the time. Reset each trip odometer to zero by pressing and holding the Displays the approximate average customization 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To reset the timer to zero, press and Speedometer When the oil life is depleted, the hold the set/reset button. Displays a digital speedometer in Change Engine Oil Soon message displays. Change the oil as soon as Inst (Instantaneous) Economy the DIC. The speed displays in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or possible. Additional maintenance is Displays the current fuel economy in miles per hour (mph). To change the also recommended in the either liters per 100 kilometers units from English to metric, see Maintenance Schedule in this (L/100 km) or miles per manual. See Maintenance Schedule “Units” later in this section. gallon (mpg). This number changes on page 11-4 and Engine Oil on frequently as driving conditions Blank Display page 10-10. change. It cannot be reset. This display shows no information. The Oil Life must be reset after AVG (Average) Speed each oil change. Avoid accidental Vehicle Information Display resetting of the Oil Life system. Displays the average speed of the Menu Items It cannot be reset accurately until vehicle in either kilometers per T the next oil change. To reset the hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). (Vehicle Information): Press engine oil life system, See Engine This calculation is based on the to display the following menu items: Oil Life System on page 10-13. The various vehicle speeds recorded Oil Life Remaining system is reset when 100% since the last reset of this display. displays. Press the set/reset button to reset If the vehicle has this display, it to zero. shows the estimated oil life Units remaining. If you see 99% Oil Life Remaining on the display, that Select to display English or metric means that 99% of the current oil units of measure. Press the set/ life remains. reset button to select when units is displayed. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Parking Assist information button again until the Side Blind Zone Alert If the vehicle has the Ultrasonic DIC displays Rear Tire kPa (PSI) If your vehicle has the Side Blind Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, Left ## Right ##. Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this this display allows the system to be If a low tire pressure condition is display allows the system to be turned on or off. Once in this detected by the system while turned on or off. Once in this display, press the set/reset button to driving, a message to add air to a display, press the set/reset button to select between On or Off. The specific tire displays. See Tire select between ON or OFF. If you URPA system automatically turns Pressure on page 10-70 and Tire choose ON, the system will be back on after each vehicle start. Messages on page 5-44. turned on. If you choose OFF, the When the URPA system is turned system will be turned off. When the off and the vehicle is shifted out of Battery Voltage SBZA system is turned off, the DIC P (Park), the DIC displays the This display shows the current will display the SIDE BLIND ZONE PARKING ASSIST OFF message as battery voltage. The vehicle's ALERT SYSTEM OFF message as a reminder that the system has charging system regulates voltage a reminder that the system has been turned off. See Object based on the state of the battery. been turned off. See Object Detection System Messages on The battery voltage may fluctuate Detection System Messages on page 5-40 and Ultrasonic Parking when viewing this information on the page 5-40 and Side Blind Zone Alert Assist on page 9-43. DIC. This is normal. (SBZA) on page 9-44. Tire Pressure If there is a problem with the battery Calibrate Compass charging system, the charging Tire pressure is displayed in system light illuminates and/or the The vehicle may have this feature. the DIC for each tire in either DIC displays a message. See The compass can be manually kilopascals (kPa) or pounds per Charging System Light on calibrated. To calibrate the compass square inch (psi). Press the vehicle page 5-18, Battery Voltage and through the DIC, see Compass on information button until the DIC Charging Messages on page 5-32 page 5-7. displays Front Tire kPa (PSI) Left ## and Battery Load Management on Right ##. Press the vehicle page 6-8. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Change Compass Zone Lateral Acceleration (CTS-V Only) Vehicle Messages The vehicle may have this feature. Lateral Acceleration measures the Messages displayed on the DIC To change the compass zone force of a turn or corner. For indicate the status of the vehicle or through the DIC, see Compass on example, when turning right, it some action that may be needed to page 5-7. forces to the left. This gauge correct a condition. Multiple displays the g force from 0.0 g “ ” messages may appear one after Trans (Transmission) Temp to 2.0 g. (Temperature) (CTS-V Only) another. This display shows the transmission Blank Display The messages that do not require fluid temperature in either degrees This display shows no information. immediate action can be Celsius (°C) or degrees acknowledged and cleared by DIC Compass Fahrenheit (°F). pressing V (Set/Reset). The vehicle may have a compass in Oil Pressure (CTS-V Only) the Driver Information Center (DIC). The messages that require This display shows the oil pressure See Compass on page 5-7. immediate action cannot be cleared in either kilopascals (kPa) or pounds until that action is performed. per square inch (psi). All messages should be taken seriously; clearing the message does not correct the problem. The following are the possible messages and some information about them. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Battery Voltage and BATTERY VOLTS LOW To help the generator recharge the battery quickly, reduce the load on This message displays when the Charging Messages the electrical system by turning off electrical system is charging less the accessories. BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE than 10 volts or the battery has This message displays when the been drained. The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts. Monitor battery system detects that the battery If this message appears voltage on the DIC by pressing the voltage is dropping below expected immediately after starting the vehicle information button until levels. The battery saver system engine, it is possible that the Battery Voltage is displayed. starts reducing certain features of generator can still recharge the the vehicle that may be noticeable. battery. The battery should recharge SERVICE BATTERY At the point that the features are while driving, but may take a few CHARGING SYSTEM disabled, this message is displayed. hours to do so. Consider using an It means that the vehicle is trying to auxiliary charger to boost the This message displays when there save the charge in the battery. battery after returning home or is a problem with the generator and battery charging systems. Driving Turn off all unnecessary arriving at a final destination. Make with this problem could drain the accessories to allow the battery to sure you follow the manufacturer's battery. Turn off all unnecessary recharge. instructions. accessories. Stop and turn off the The normal battery voltage range is If this message appears while vehicle as soon as it is safe to do 11.5 to 15.5 volts. You can monitor driving or after starting the vehicle so. Have the electrical system battery voltage on the DIC by and stays on, have it checked checked by your dealer. Under pressing the vehicle information immediately to determine the cause certain conditions, the charging button until Battery Voltage is of this problem. system light may also turn on in the displayed. instrument cluster. See Charging System Light on page 5-18. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Brake System Messages PRESS BRAKE TO START SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST ENGINE (AUTOMATIC PARK BRAKE RELEASED This message displays if there is a TRANSMISSION ONLY) problem with the brake system. The For vehicles with the electric parking If equipped with the Keyless Access brake system warning light and the brake, this message displays when system, this message displays if antilock brake system (ABS) the parking brake has been you try to start the engine without warning light may also display on released from the set position. having the brake pressed. The the instrument cluster. See Brake See the electric parking brake brake needs to be pressed when System Warning Light on page 5-22 information under Parking Brake starting the engine. See Ignition and Antilock Brake System (ABS) (Manual) on page 9-34 or Parking Positions (Keyless Access) on Warning Light on page 5-23. Stop Brake (Electric) on page 9-35. page 9-15 or Ignition Positions (Key as soon as possible and turn off the PARK BRAKE SET Access) on page 9-17. vehicle. Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC For vehicles with the electric parking RELEASE PARK BRAKE display. If the message displays brake, this message displays when SWITCH immediately or again after you begin the parking brake has been applied For vehicles with the electric parking driving, the brake system needs to the set position. See the electric brake, this message displays if the service. See your dealer as soon as parking brake information under switch is pulled while the vehicle is possible. See Antilock Brake Parking Brake (Manual) on moving. See the electric parking System (ABS) on page 9-33. page 9-34 or Parking Brake brake information under Parking (Electric) on page 9-35. Brake (Manual) on page 9-34 or Parking Brake (Electric) on page 9-35. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM STEP ON BRAKE TO CALIBRATION COMPLETE This message displays, while the RELEASE PARK BRAKE This message displays when the ignition is on, when the brake fluid For vehicles with the electric parking compass calibration is complete. level is low. The brake system brake, this message displays if you See Compass on page 5-7 for more warning light on the instrument try to release the park brake system information. panel cluster also comes on. See without first pressing the brake Brake System Warning Light on pedal. See the electric parking Cruise Control Messages page 5-22. This message may also brake information under Parking be displayed for other brake system Brake (Manual) on page 9-34 or CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH problems. Have the brake system Parking Brake (Electric) on (KM/H) serviced by your dealer as soon as page 9-35. This message displays whenever possible. the cruise control is set. See Cruise SERVICE PARK BRAKE Compass Messages Control on page 9-41 for more information. For vehicles with the electric parking CALIBRATING DRIVE IN brake, this message displays if a CIRCLES Door Ajar Messages problem is detected with the electric This message displays when parking brake system. See your calibrating the compass. Drive the DRIVER DOOR OPEN dealer for service. vehicle in circles at less than 8 km/h This message displays when the (5 mph) to complete the calibration. driver door is not closed completely. See Compass on page 5-7 for more Close the door completely. information. HOOD OPEN This message displays when the hood is not closed completely. Make sure that the hood is closed completely. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN TRUNK OPEN (Sedan and If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your This message displays when the Coupe) dealer as soon as possible to avoid driver side rear door is not closed This message displays when the damage to the engine. completely. Make sure that the door trunk is not closed completely. Make is closed completely. sure that the trunk is closed ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE completely. PASSENGER DOOR OPEN ENGINE This message displays when the This message displays when the Engine Cooling System engine coolant temperature is too passenger side front door is not Messages closed completely. Make sure that hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to the door is closed completely. idle until it cools down. If the ENGINE HOT A/C (AIR message does not clear in a few REAR ACCESS OPEN (Wagon) CONDITIONING) OFF minutes or if the overheat light stays on, shut the vehicle off and have it This message displays when the This message displays when the serviced before driving again. See liftgate is not closed completely. engine coolant becomes hotter than Engine Coolant Temperature Make sure that the liftgate is closed the normal operating temperature. Warning Light on page 5-24. completely. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5-16. To avoid See Overheated Engine Protection RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN added strain on a hot engine, Operating Mode on page 10-25 for the air conditioning compressor This message displays when the information on driving to a safe automatically turns off. When the passenger side rear door is not place in an emergency. coolant temperature returns to closed completely. Make sure that normal, the air conditioning the door is closed completely. compressor turns back on. You can continue to drive the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Engine Oil Messages If the oil is not low and this message Engine Power Messages continues to be displayed, take the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON vehicle to your dealer for service. ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED When this message displays, it This message clears itself after This message displays when the means that service is required for 10 seconds, until the next ignition engine power is being reduced to the vehicle. See your dealer. See cycle. See Engine Oil on protect the engine from damage. Maintenance Schedule on page 10-10. There could be several malfunctions page 11-4 and Engine Oil on that might cause this message. page 10-10. OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Reduced engine power can affect ENGINE When you reset the CHANGE the vehicle's ability to accelerate. ENGINE OIL SOON message by This message displays when the If this message is on, but there clearing it from the display, you still vehicle's engine oil pressure is low. is no reduction in performance, must reset the engine oil life system The oil pressure light may also proceed to your destination. The separately. For more information on appear on the instrument cluster. performance may be reduced the resetting the engine oil life system, See Engine Oil Pressure Light on next time the vehicle is driven. The see Engine Oil Life System on page 5-25. See Engine Oil on vehicle may be driven at a reduced page 10-13. page 10-10. speed while this message is on, but acceleration and speed may be ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL Stop the vehicle immediately, as reduced. Anytime this message engine damage can result from stays on, take the vehicle to your On some vehicles, this message driving a vehicle with low oil dealer for service as soon as displays if the oil level in the vehicle pressure. Have the vehicle serviced possible. is low. Check the oil level before by your dealer as soon as possible filling to the recommended level. when this message is displayed. You may need to let the vehicle cool or warm up and cycle the ignition to be sure this message clears. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Fuel System Messages ELECTRONIC KEY ALREADY devices are cell phones and cell KNOWN phone chargers, two-way radios, FUEL LEVEL LOW power inverters, or similar items. If equipped with the Keyless Access Try moving the RKE transmitter This message displays when the system, this message displays if vehicle is low on fuel. Refill the fuel away from these devices when you try to match a transmitter that starting the vehicle. In addition, tank as soon as possible. A chime has already been learned. See the may sound when this message PDA devices and remote garage Keyless Access information for and gate openers may also displays. See Filling the Tank on Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) page 9-51. generate Electromagnetic System Operation (Keyless Access) Interference (EMI) that may TIGHTEN GAS CAP on page 2-4 or Remote Keyless interfere with the RKE Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key transmitter. Do not carry the This message displays when the Access) on page 2-9. RKE transmitter in the same fuel cap has not been fully pocket or bag as these devices. tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to ELECTRONIC KEY NOT ensure that it is on and tightened DETECTED . The vehicle is experiencing properly. If equipped with the Keyless Access Electromagnetic Interference system, this message displays (EMI). Some locations, such as Key and Lock Messages if the vehicle does not detect the airports, automatic toll booths, presence of a transmitter when you and some gas stations have EMI ACCESSORY MODE ACTIVE have attempted to start the vehicle fields which may interfere with If equipped with the Keyless Access or a vehicle door has just closed. the RKE transmitter. system, this message displays The following conditions may cause when the accessory mode is active. this message to appear: See Ignition Positions (Keyless . Driver-added equipment plugged Access) on page 9-15 or Ignition into the accessory power outlet Positions (Key Access) on on the center console is causing page 9-17. interference. Examples of these Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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ELECTRONIC KEY NOT LEARN DELAY ACTIVE WAIT DETECTED RESTART XX MIN (MINUTES) ALLOWED If equipped with the Keyless Access If equipped with the Keyless Access system, this message displays system, this message displays when matching new transmitters to when the RKE transmitter is not the vehicle. See the Keyless Access detected inside the vehicle while information for Remote Keyless you are trying to turn the ignition off. Entry (RKE) System Operation The vehicle may be near a strong (Keyless Access) on page 2-4 or radio antenna signal causing the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Keyless Access system to be System Operation (Key Access) on jammed. If you have the RKE page 2-9. If moving the transmitter to transmitter with you, get out of the different locations within the vehicle and lock the doors. If you do MAXIMUM # ELECTRONIC vehicle does not help, place the not have the RKE transmitter with KEYS LEARNED transmitter in the center console you, you will be able to start the If equipped with the Keyless Access transmitter pocket with the vehicle again within five minutes, system, this message displays buttons facing the front of the or after the vehicle's content when the maximum number of vehicle and then start the theft-deterrent system is armed. See transmitters have been learned. See vehicle. Starting the Engine on page 9-20. the Keyless Access information for . The vehicle's battery voltage is Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) low. The battery voltage must be System Operation (Keyless Access) above 10 volts for the RKE on page 2-4 or Remote Keyless transmitter to be detected Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key properly. Access) on page 2-9. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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PRESS START CONTROL TO REPLACE BATTERY IN SERVICE KEYLESS START LEARN KEYS REMOTE KEY SYSTEM If equipped with the Keyless Access This message displays when the If equipped with the Keyless Access system, this message displays battery in the Remote Keyless Entry system, this message displays when matching new transmitters to (RKE) transmitter needs to be when there is a problem with this the vehicle. See the Keyless Access replaced. To replace the battery, see feature. See your dealer. information for Remote Keyless “Battery Replacement” under Entry (RKE) System Operation Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Lamp Messages (Keyless Access) on page 2-4 or System Operation (Keyless Access) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) on page 2-4 or Remote Keyless AFL (ADAPTIVE FORWARD System Operation (Key Access) on Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key LIGHTING) LAMPS NEED page 2-9. Access) on page 2-9. SERVICE READY TO LEARN ROTATE CONTROL TO OFF This message displays when the ELECTRONIC KEY # X POSITION Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) system is disabled and needs If equipped with the Keyless Access If equipped with the Keyless Access service. See your dealer. See system, this message displays while system, this message displays as a Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) on matching new transmitters to the reminder to turn the ignition off. To page 6-4 for more information. vehicle. See the Keyless Access avoid draining the battery, make information for Remote Keyless sure the ignition is turned off before AUTOMATIC LIGHT Entry (RKE) System Operation leaving the vehicle. CONTROL OFF (Keyless Access) on page 2-4 or This message displays when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) automatic headlamps are turned off. System Operation (Key Access) on page 2-9. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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AUTOMATIC LIGHT PARKING ASSIST OFF after continued driving, the system needs service. Take the vehicle to CONTROL ON After the vehicle has been started, your dealer. This message displays when the this message displays to remind the automatic headlamps are turned on. driver that the URPA system has SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT been turned off. This message also SYSTEM OFF TURN SIGNAL ON displays when there is a temporary This message indicates that the This message displays as a condition causing the system to be driver has turned the system off. reminder to turn off the turn signal if disabled. See Ultrasonic Parking you drive the vehicle for more than Assist on page 9-43. Press the set/ SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT about 1.6 km (1 mi) with a turn signal reset button to acknowledge this SYSTEM TEMPORARILY on. A multiple chime sounds when message and clear it from the DIC UNAVAILABLE this message displays. display. This message indicates that the SERVICE PARKING ASSIST Object Detection System SBZA system is disabled because This message displays if there is a the sensor is blocked and cannot Messages problem with the Ultrasonic Rear detect vehicles in the blind zone. PARKING ASSIST BLOCKED Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do The sensor may be blocked by mud, SEE OWNER'S MANUAL not use this system to help you dirt, snow, ice, or slush. This park. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist message may also activate during If the vehicle has the Ultrasonic on page 9-43 for more information. heavy rain or due to road spray. The Rear Park Assist (URPA) system, See your dealer for service. vehicle does not need service. For this message displays if there is cleaning, see Exterior Care on something interfering with the park SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE page 10-112. assist system. See Ultrasonic ALERT SYSTEM Parking Assist on page 9-43 for If this message appears, both SBZA more information. displays will remain on indicating there is a problem with the SBZA system. If these displays remain on Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Ride Control System SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE notice that the effort required to steer the vehicle increases or feels This message displays if a problem Messages heavier, but you will still be able to occurs with the All-Wheel Drive steer the vehicle. See Steering on ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF (AWD) system. The vehicle will run page 9-4. If the vehicle has the All-Wheel in 2WD. This could be caused by: Drive (AWD) system, this message . An electronics problem SERVICE STABILITRAK displays when there is a temporary . An AWD system oil overheat This message displays if there has condition making the AWD system been a problem detected with the unavailable. The vehicle will run in . Worn out or overheated clutch StabiliTrak® system. The TCS/ 2WD. This could be caused by: plates StabiliTrak warning light on the . Loss of wheel or vehicle speed . Various electrical issues instrument cluster also comes on. . AWD system overheat If this message appears, stop as If this message comes on while you are driving, pull off the road as soon . Certain vehicle electrical soon as possible and turn off the as possible and stop carefully. Try conditions ignition for 30 seconds. Restart the vehicle and check for the message resetting the system by turning the This message turns off when the on the DIC display. If the message ignition off then back on. If this above conditions are no longer still displays or appears again when message still stays on or comes present and the warning message is you begin driving, the system needs back on again while you are driving, reset. service. See your dealer right away. the vehicle needs service. Have the StabiliTrak system inspected by To reset the warning message, turn SERVICE POWER STEERING the ignition off and then back on your dealer as soon as possible. again after 30 seconds. If the This message displays if a problem See Traction Control/Electronic message stays on, see your dealer is detected with the speed variable Stability Control on page 9-38. right away. See All-Wheel Drive on assist steering system. When this page 9-33. message is displayed, you may Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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SERVICE SUSPENSION STABILITRAK STABILITRAK OFF SYSTEM COMPETITIVE MODE This message displays when you This message displays when there This message displays when the turn off StabiliTrak, or when the is a problem with the Magnetic Ride Competitive Driving Mode is stability control system has been Control system. See Magnetic Ride selected. When in this mode, the automatically disabled. The TCS/ Control on page 9-40. Have the Traction Control System (TCS) will StabiliTrak warning light on the vehicle serviced by your dealer. not be operating and the TCS/ instrument cluster also comes on. StabiliTrak warning light will turn on. To realize the full benefits of the SERVICE TRACTION Adjust your driving accordingly. See CONTROL stability enhancement system, you Competitive Driving Mode on should normally leave StabiliTrak This message displays when there page 9-39. on. To turn StabiliTrak on or off, see is a problem with the Traction STABILITRAK NOT READY Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control System (TCS). The TCS/ Control on page 9-38. StabiliTrak warning light on the This message may display after first instrument cluster also comes on. driving the vehicle and exceeding There are several conditions that When this message displays, the 30 km/h (19 mph) for 30 seconds. can cause this message to appear: system will not limit wheel spin. The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light . If there is overheating, which Adjust your driving accordingly. See on the instrument cluster also could occur if StabiliTrak your dealer for service. See Traction comes on. The StabiliTrak system is activates continuously for an Control/Electronic Stability Control not functional until the message has extended period of time. on page 9-38. turned off. See Traction Control/ . If the brake system warning light Electronic Stability Control on is on. See Brake System page 9-38. Warning Light on page 5-22. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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. If the stability system takes SUSPENSION MODE TOUR Security Messages longer than usual to complete its (CTS-V ONLY) diagnostic checks due to driving SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT conditions. This message will be displayed SYSTEM when touring mode is selected . If an engine or vehicle-related using the Magnetic Ride Control This message displays when there problem has been detected and button in the center of the is a problem with the theft-deterrent the vehicle needs service. See instrument panel. See Magnetic system programmed in the key. your dealer. Ride Control on page 9-40. A fault has been detected in the The message turns off as soon as system which means that the the conditions that caused the TRACTION CONTROL OFF system is disabled and it is not message to be displayed are no This message displays when the protecting the vehicle. The vehicle longer present. traction control system has been usually restarts; however, you may turned off. want to take the vehicle to your SUSPENSION MODE SPORT dealer before turning off the engine. (CTS-V ONLY) Airbag System Messages See Immobilizer Operation (Key This message will be displayed Access) on page 2-24 or when sport mode is selected using SERVICE AIR BAG Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access) on page 2-25. the Magnetic Ride Control button in This message displays when there the center of the instrument panel. is a problem with the airbag system. START ABORTED BY THEFT See Magnetic Ride Control on Have the vehicle serviced by your DETERRENT page 9-40. dealer immediately. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-17 for This message displays if there is a more information. communication problem between the Keyless Access system and the vehicle. The vehicle cannot be started when this message displays. See your dealer for service. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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THEFT ATTEMPTED Tire Messages TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays if the SERVICE TIRE MONITOR This message displays when the theft-deterrent system has detected SYSTEM Tire Pressure Monitor System a break-in attempt while you were (TPMS) is re-learning the tire away from the vehicle. See Vehicle This message displays if a part on positions on the vehicle. The tire Alarm System on page 2-23. the Tire Pressure Monitor System positions must be re-learned after (TPMS) is not working properly. The rotating the tires or after replacing a Service Vehicle Messages tire pressure light also flashes and tire or sensor. See Tire Rotation on then remains on during the same page 10-76, Tire Pressure Monitor SERVICE A/C SYSTEM ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure System on page 10-72, and Tire This message displays when the Light on page 5-25. Several Pressure on page 10-70 for more electronic sensors that control the conditions may cause this message information. to appear. See Tire Pressure air conditioning and heating TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE systems are no longer working. Monitor Operation on page 10-73 for Have the climate control system more information. If the warning On vehicles with the Tire Pressure serviced by your dealer if you notice comes on and stays on, there may Monitor System (TPMS), this a drop in heating and air be a problem with the TPMS. See message displays when the conditioning efficiency. your dealer. pressure in one or more of the vehicle’s tires is low. This message SERVICE VEHICLE SOON also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT This message displays when a FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT non-emissions related malfunction REAR to indicate the location of the occurs. Have the vehicle serviced low tire. by your dealer as soon as possible. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The low tire pressure warning light Transmission Messages SERVICE TRANSMISSION will also come on. See Tire This message displays when there Pressure Light on page 5-25. DIFFERENTIAL HOT, REDUCE SPEED (CTS-V ONLY) is a problem with the vehicle's If a tire pressure message appears transmission. Have the vehicle on the DIC, stop as soon as you This message displays and a chime serviced by your dealer. can. Inflate the tires by adding air sounds if the differential fluid until the tire pressure is equal to the temperature exceeds 150°C SHIFT TO PARK (AUTOMATIC values shown on the Tire and (300°F). Driving aggressively or TRANSMISSION ONLY) Loading Information label. See Tires at high speeds can cause the If equipped with the Keyless on page 10-61, Vehicle Load Limits differential fluid temperature to be Access system, this message on page 9-11, and Tire Pressure on higher than normal. If this message displays if the vehicle is not in page 10-70. appears, you may continue to drive P (Park) while the engine is being If the vehicle does not have a spare at a slower speed. If you have been turned off. The vehicle will be in tire, the message will display USE operating the vehicle under normal ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the shift INFLATOR KIT IN TRUNK. Use the driving conditions, the vehicle may lever is moved to P (Park), the inflator kit to inflate the tires to the need service. See your dealer for an ignition needs to be turned off. If the correct pressure. See Tire Sealant inspection. ignition is not turned off, the vehicle and Compressor Kit on page 10-86 To acknowledge the message, will remain in ACC/ACCESSORY. for more information. press V. The message reappears To avoid draining the battery, turn the ignition off before leaving the and a chime sounds every More than one tire pressure vehicle. message can be received at a time. two minutes until this condition To read the other messages, press changes. If you do not clear the the set/reset button. message, it will remain on until the condition changes. The DIC display also shows the tire pressure values. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-27. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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SPORT MODE SPEED LIMITED TO Vehicle This message displays when the XXX KM/H (MPH) Personalization vehicle is in sport mode. The This message displays when the transmission gear position will also vehicle speed is limited to 128 km/h Vehicle customization allows certain be displayed when DSC is in use. (80 mph) because the vehicle features to be programmed for one See Manual Mode on page 9-28 for detects a problem in the speed preferred setting. more information. variable assist steering or magnetic Only the customization options ride control systems. Have the available will be displayed on TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE vehicle serviced by your dealer. ENGINE the DIC. This message displays when the Washer Fluid Messages The default settings were preset transmission fluid in the vehicle is when the vehicle left the factory, but too hot. Stop the vehicle and allow it WASHER FLUID LOW ADD may have been changed. to idle until the transmission cools FLUID The customization preferences are down or until this message is This message displays when the automatically recalled. removed. vehicle is low on windshield washer To change customization fluid. Refill the windshield washer preferences, use the following Vehicle Speed Messages fluid reservoir as soon as possible. procedure. See Washer Fluid on page 10-26 for ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE more information. Entering the Feature WITH CARE Settings Menu This message displays when the 1. Turn the ignition on. outside temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Adjust To avoid excessive drain on the your driving accordingly. battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2. Press the customization button Press the customization button until Russian: All messages will appear to enter the feature the Display Language screen in Russian. settings menu. appears on the DIC display. Press No Change: No change will be the set/reset button once to access Feature Settings Menu Items made to this feature. The current the settings for this feature. Then setting will remain. The following are customization press the menu up/down button to features that allow you to program scroll through the following settings. To select a setting, press the set/ settings to the vehicle. reset button while the desired English (default): All messages setting is displayed on the DIC. Display In English will appear in English. Auto Door Lock This feature will only display if a Deutsch: All messages will appear language other than English has in German. This feature allows you to select been set. This feature allows for Italiano: All messages will appear when the vehicle's doors will changing the language of the DIC in Italian. automatically lock. See Automatic messages back to English. Door Locks on page 2-16. Francais: All messages will appear Press the customization button until in French. Press the customization button until Auto Door Lock appears on the DIC the Press V To Display In English Espanol: All messages will appear display. Press the set/reset button screen appears on the DIC display. in Spanish. once to access the settings for this Press the set/reset button once to feature. Then press the menu up/ select English as the language in Portuguese: All messages will down button to scroll through the which all DIC messages will appear. appear in Portuguese. following settings. Display Language Arabic: All messages will appear in Arabic. Shift Out Of Park (default on This feature allows you to select the Automatic Transmission) language in which the DIC Chinese: All messages will appear (Automatic Transmission Only): messages will appear. in Chinese. The vehicle's doors automatically Japanese: All messages will lock when the doors are closed and appear in Japanese. the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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At Vehicle Speed (default on Press the customization button until No Change: No change will be Manual Transmission): The Auto Door Unlock appears on the made to this feature. The current vehicle's doors automatically lock DIC display. Press the set/reset setting will remain. when the vehicle speed is above button once to access the settings To select a setting, press the set/ 8 km/h (5 mph) for three seconds. for this feature. Then press the reset button while the desired No Change: No change will be menu up/down button to scroll setting is displayed on the DIC. made to this feature. The current through the following settings. setting will remain. Off: None of the doors will Remote Door Lock Feedback To select a setting, press the set/ automatically unlock. This feature allows you to select the reset button while the desired Driver Only At Off: Only the driver type of feedback you will receive setting is displayed on the DIC. door will unlock when the ignition is when locking the vehicle with the turned off. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Auto Door Unlock transmitter, or when the vehicle is All At Off (default on Manual automatically locked using the This feature allows you to select Transmission): All of the doors will whether or not the door(s) will Keyless Locking feature. You will unlock when the ignition is not receive feedback when locking automatically unlock. It also allows turned off. you to select which doors and when the vehicle with the transmitter if the they will automatically unlock. See All In Park (default on Automatic doors are open. See Remote Automatic Door Locks on Transmission) (Automatic Keyless Entry (RKE) System page 2-16. Transmission Only): All of the Operation (Keyless Access) on doors will unlock when the vehicle is page 2-4 or Remote Keyless Entry shifted into P (Park). (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 2-9, or “Keyless Locking” later in this section for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ for this feature. Then press the Remote Door Lock appears on the reset button while the desired menu up/down button to scroll DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC. through the following settings. button once to access the settings Remote Door Unlock Feedback Lights Off: The exterior lamps will for this feature. Then press the not flash when you press the unlock menu up/down button to scroll This feature allows you to select the button on the transmitter. through the following settings. type of feedback you will receive Lights On (default): The exterior Off: There will be no feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) lamps will flash when you press the when you press the lock button on unlock button on the transmitter. the transmitter. transmitter, or when the vehicle is automatically unlocked using the No Change: No change will be Lights Only: The exterior lamps Keyless Unlock feature. You will not made to this feature. The current will flash when you press the lock receive feedback when unlocking setting will remain. button on the transmitter. the vehicle with the transmitter if the To select a setting, press the set/ Horn Only: The horn will sound on doors are open. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System reset button while the desired the second press of the lock button setting is displayed on the DIC. on the transmitter. Operation (Keyless Access) on page 2-4 or Remote Keyless Entry Exit Lighting Horn & Lights (default): The (RKE) System Operation (Key exterior lamps will flash when you Access) on page 2-9 or “Keyless This feature allows you to select the press the lock button on the Unlock” later in this section for more amount of time you want the transmitter, and the horn will sound information. exterior lamps to remain on when it when the lock button is pressed is dark enough outside. This again within five seconds of the Press the customization button until happens after the key is turned from previous command. Remote Door Unlock appears on ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. the DIC display. Press the set/reset No Change: No change will be button once to access the settings made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Press the customization button until Approach Lighting The lights will remain on for Exit Lighting appears on the DIC This feature allows you to select 20 seconds or until the lock button display. Press the set/reset button whether or not to have the exterior on the transmitter is pressed, or the once to access the settings for this lights turn on briefly during low light vehicle is no longer off. See Remote feature. Then press the menu up/ periods after unlocking the vehicle Keyless Entry (RKE) System down button to scroll through the using the Remote Keyless Entry Operation (Keyless Access) on following settings. (RKE) transmitter. page 2-4 or Remote Keyless Entry Off: The exterior lamps will not (RKE) System Operation (Key Press the customization button until Access) on page 2-9. turn on. Approach Lighting appears on the 10 Seconds (default): The exterior DIC display. Press the set/reset No Change: No change will be lamps will stay on for 10 seconds. button once to access the settings made to this feature. The current setting will remain. 30 Seconds: The exterior lamps for this feature. Then press the will stay on for 30 seconds. menu up/down button to scroll To select a setting, press the set/ through the following settings. reset button while the desired 2 Minutes: The exterior lamps will setting is displayed on the DIC. stay on for two minutes. Off: The exterior lights will not turn on when you unlock the vehicle with Factory Settings No Change: No change will be the transmitter. made to this feature. The current This feature allows you to set all of setting will remain. On (default): If it is dark enough the customization features back to outside, the exterior lights will turn their factory default settings. To select a setting, press the set/ on briefly when you unlock the reset button while the desired vehicle with the transmitter. setting is displayed on the DIC. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (51,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Press the customization button until RKE transmitter has been removed To select whether the horn sounds Factory Settings appears on the from the interior of the vehicle, the or the lights flash when the vehicle DIC display. Press the set/reset doors will lock after several is locked, see “Remote Door Lock” button once to access the settings seconds. earlier in this section. for this feature. Then press the For example, if there are two RKE Press the customization button until menu up/down button to scroll transmitters in the vehicle and one Keyless Locking appears on the through the following settings. is removed, the other will be locked DIC display. Press the set/reset Restore All (default): The in. The RKE transmitter locked in button once to access the settings customization features will be set to the vehicle can still be used to start for this feature. Then press the their factory default settings. the vehicle or unlock the doors, menu up/down button to scroll No Change: The customization if needed. A person approaching the through the following settings. features will not be set to their outside of the locked vehicle without Off (default): The keyless locking factory default settings. an authorized RKE transmitter, feature will be disabled. however, will not be able to open To select a setting, press the set/ the door, even with a transmitter in On: The keyless locking feature will reset button while the desired the vehicle. See the Keyless Access be enabled. setting is displayed on the DIC. information for Remote Keyless The doors will automatically lock Keyless Locking Entry (RKE) System Operation several seconds after you turn the (Keyless Access) on page 2-4 or ignition off, remove an RKE If equipped with the Keyless Access Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter from the interior of the system, this feature allows you to System Operation (Key Access) on vehicle, and close all of the doors. select whether the doors page 2-9. automatically lock during normal No Change: No change will be vehicle exit. When the ignition is You may temporarily disable the made to this feature. The current turned off and all doors become keyless locking feature by pressing setting will remain. closed, the vehicle will determine the door unlock switch for three seconds on an open door. To To select a setting, press the set/ how many RKE transmitters remain reset button while the desired in the vehicle interior. If at least one enable keyless locking, transition the power mode from off. setting is displayed on the DIC. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (52,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Keyless Unlock Entry Door Only: Only the driver feature. Then press the menu up/ If equipped with the Keyless Access door will automatically unlock when down button to scroll through the system, this feature allows you to you approach the vehicle with the following settings. select which doors will automatically RKE transmitter and open the Normal: The chime volume will be unlock when you approach the driver door. set to a normal level. vehicle with the RKE transmitter and All Doors (default): All doors will Loud: The chime volume will be open the driver door. See the automatically unlock when you set to a loud level. Keyless Access information for approach the vehicle with the RKE Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and open the driver door. No Change: No change will be System Operation (Keyless Access) made to this feature. The current No Change: No change will be setting will remain. on page 2-4 or Remote Keyless made to this feature. The current Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key setting will remain. There is no default for chime Access) on page 2-9. volume. The volume will stay at the To select a setting, press the set/ last known setting. To select whether the lights flash reset button while the desired when the vehicle is unlocked, see setting is displayed on the DIC. To select a setting, press the set/ “Remote Door Unlock” earlier in this reset button while the desired section. Chime Volume setting is displayed on the DIC. Press the customization button until This feature allows you to select the Entry/Exit Recall Keyless Unlock appears on the DIC volume level of the chime. display. Press the set/reset button If the vehicle has this feature, it Press the customization button until allows you to select your preferred once to access the settings for this Chime Volume appears on the DIC feature. Then press the menu up/ automatic recall of stored memory display. Press the set/reset button and exit positions. See Memory down button to scroll through the once to access the settings for this following settings. Seats on page 3-7. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (53,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Press the customization button until Entry/Exit Recall On (Vehicles Entry/Exit Recall On (Vehicles Entry/Exit Recall appears on the without Power Tilt Steering with Power Tilt Steering Wheel): DIC display. Press the set/reset Wheel): If this setting is selected If this setting is selected the button once to access the settings the following option will be available: following two options will be for this feature. Then press the Easy Exit will automatically move available: menu up/down button to scroll the driver seat rearward a certain . Entry/Exit Steering and Seat: through the following settings. distance when the key is removed Easy Exit will automatically To select a setting, press the set/ from the ignition on key access move the steering column to a reset button while the desired vehicles, or when the ignition is full up and full forward position setting is displayed on the DIC. turned off and the driver door is and move the driver seat Entry/Exit Recall Off (default): No opened on Keyless Access rearward a certain distance automatic Entry/Exit Recall will vehicles. This movement will also when the key is removed from occur when entering or leaving the occur when the door mounted exit the ignition on key access vehicle. The Exit Recall will only button is pressed. vehicles, or when the ignition is occur after pressing the door Easy Entry will automatically recall turned off and the driver door is mounted exit button. This button will the driver seat and outside mirror opened on Keyless Access cause the driver seat to move memory positions of the current vehicles. These movements will rearward a certain distance, and the driver (1 or 2) when the ignition is also occur when the door steering column to move full up and turned on. mounted exit button is pressed. full forward, if equipped. Entry Easy Entry will automatically Recall will only occur by pressing recall the driver seat, outside the door mounted “1” or “2” button. mirrors, and steering column memory positions of the current driver (1 or 2) when the ignition is turned on. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (54,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 13-15. the ignition is turned off and the . The vehicle is no longer in driver door is opened on Keyless ON/RUN. Universal Remote System Access vehicles. This movement Programming will also occur when the door . The trip/fuel or vehicle mounted exit button is pressed. information DIC buttons are pressed. Easy Entry will automatically recall the driver seat, outside . The end of the feature settings 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. If equipped, these buttons are in the No Change: No change will be overhead console. made to this feature. The current This system can replace up to three setting will remain. remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. These instructions refer to a garage door opener, but can be used for other devices. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (55,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Do not use the Universal Remote Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and system with any garage door opener has a new battery for quicker and hold both the hand-held that does not have the stop and more accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of the reverse feature. This includes any radio-frequency signal. three Universal Remote system garage door opener model buttons to be used to operate manufactured before April 1, 1982. Programming the Universal the garage door. Do not release Remote System Read these instructions completely either button until the indicator before programming the Universal For questions or help programming light changes from a slow to a Remote system. It may help to have the Universal Remote system, call rapid flash. Then release both another person assist with the 1-800-355-3515 or see buttons. programming process. www.homelink.com. Some garage door openers may Keep the original hand-held Programming involves require substitution of Step 2 transmitter for use in other vehicles time-sensitive actions, and may time with the procedure under “Radio as well as for future programming. out causing the procedure to be Signals for Canada and Some Erase the programming when repeated. Gate Operators” later in this section. vehicle ownership is terminated. To program up to three devices: See “Erasing Universal Remote 1. Hold the end of the hand-held System Buttons” later in this section. transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to 3 in) away from the To program a garage door opener, Universal Remote system park outside directly in line with and buttons with the indicator facing the garage door opener light in view. The hand-held receiver. Clear all people and transmitter was supplied by the objects near the garage door. manufacturer of the garage door opener receiver. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (56,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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3. Press and hold the newly . If the indicator light blinks 6. Inside the vehicle, press and programmed Universal Remote rapidly for two seconds, hold the newly programmed system button for five seconds then changes to a solid light Universal Remote system button while watching the indicator light and the garage door does for two seconds, then release it. and garage door activation. not move, continue with If the garage door does not programming Steps 4–6. move or the lamp on the garage . If the indicator light stays on continuously or the garage door opener receiver does not door moves when the flash, press and hold the same button is pressed, then button a second time for programming is complete. two seconds, then release it. There is no need to Again, if the door does not move or the garage door lamp does complete Steps 4–6. not flash, press and hold the . If the indicator light does same button a third time for not come on or the garage two seconds, then release it. door does not move, a Learn or Smart Button second button press may The Universal Remote system be required. For a second 4. After completing Steps 1–3, should now activate the time, press and hold the locate the Learn or Smart button garage door. newly programmed button inside the garage on the garage Repeat the process for for five seconds. If the light door opener receiver. The name programming the two remaining stays on or the garage door and color of the button may vary buttons. moves, programming is by manufacturer. complete. 5. Press and release the Learn or Smart button. Step 6 must be completed within 30 seconds of pressing this button. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (57,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Radio Signals for Canada and rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under Reprogramming a Single Some Gate Operators “Programming the Universal Remote Universal Remote System System” to complete. For questions or programming help, Button call 1-800-355-3515 or see Universal Remote System To reprogram any of the system www.homelink.com. buttons: Operation Canadian radio-frequency laws and 1. Press and hold any one of the some U.S. gate operators require Using the Universal Remote buttons. Do not release the transmitter signals to time out System button. or quit after several seconds of 2. The indicator light will begin to transmission. This may not be long Press and hold the appropriate flash after 20 seconds. Without enough for the Universal Remote Universal Remote system button for releasing the button, proceed system to pick up the signal during at least one-half second. The with Step 1 under Programming programming. indicator light will come on while the “ signal is being transmitted. the Universal Remote System.” If the programming did not work, replace Step 2 under “Programming Erasing Universal Remote the Universal Remote System” with System Buttons the following: Erase all programmed buttons when Press and hold the Universal vehicle ownership is terminated. Remote system button while To erase: pressing and releasing the hand-held transmitter button every 1. Press and hold the two outside two seconds until the signal has buttons until the indicator light been successfully accepted by the begins to flash. This should take Universal Remote system. The about 10 seconds. Universal Remote system indicator 2. Release both buttons. light will flash slowly at first and then Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (58,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2 NOTES Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ...... 6-6 Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Reading Lamps ...... 6-6 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 6-1 Lighting Features Exterior Lamps Off Entry Lighting ...... 6-7 Reminder ...... 6-2 Exit Lighting ...... 6-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Parade Dimming ...... 6-7 Changer ...... 6-2 Battery Load Management . . . . 6-8 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Battery Power Protection ...... 6-8 Daytime Running Exterior Lighting Battery Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-2 Saver ...... 6-9 The exterior lamp control is toward Automatic Headlamp the end of the turn signal lever. System ...... 6-3 O (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn Adaptive Forward the band with this symbol on it to Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-4 operate the exterior lamps. Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 6-4 Turn and Lane-Change The exterior lamp control has four Signals ...... 6-5 positions: Fog Lamps ...... 6-5 O (Off): Turns off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). AUTO (Automatic): Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting. ; (Parking Lamps): Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

6-2 Lighting

. If the headlamps are already in 5 (Headlamps): Turns on the high-beam mode, they will headlamps together with the parking remain on high beam. lamps and instrument panel lights. Exterior Lamps Off Daytime Running Reminder Lamps (DRL) This indicator light turns on in the DRL can make it easier for others to A warning chime will sound if the instrument cluster when the see the front of your vehicle during exterior lamp control is left on in high-beam headlamps are on. the day. Fully functional DRL are either the headlamp or parking lamp required on all vehicles first sold in position and the driver door is Flash-to-Pass Canada. opened with the ignition off. This feature allows the high-beam The DRL system will make either Headlamp High/ headlamps to be used to signal the the reduced intensity low-beam Low-Beam Changer driver in front of you that you want headlamps or dedicated DRLs come to pass. on when the following conditions Push the turn signal lever away Pull and hold the turn signal lever are met: from you to turn the high beams on. toward you to use this feature. . It is still daylight and the ignition Pull the lever toward you and then When this is done the following will is in ON/RUN or START. release it to return to low beams. occur: . The exterior lamp control is If the vehicle is turned off while the . If the headlamps are off or in in P or AUTO and the high beams are on, they will come low-beam mode, the high-beam headlamps are off. on the next time the vehicle is headlamps will turn on at full started. brightness. Release the lever to . The automatic transmission is turn them off. not in P (Park). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Lighting 6-3

When DRLs are on, only the Turning the exterior lamp control to To turn off the automatic headlamp reduced intensity low-beam off or to the low-beam headlamp system, turn the exterior lamp headlamps or dedicated DRLs will position will turn off the DRL. If the control to the off position and then be on. The other exterior lamps and parking lamps or the fog lamps were release it. the instrument cluster will not be on. turned on instead, the DRL will still When the exterior lamp control is in turn off. AUTO and it is dark enough outside, This will work regardless of gear the DRL turn off and the low-beam position and whether or not the headlamps will turn on. When it is parking brake is set. bright enough outside, the low-beam When the DRL are active and a turn headlamps will go off, and the DRL signal is operated, the DRL on the will turn back on. If the vehicle is side the turn signal is activated, will started in a dark garage, the turn off until the turn signal is automatic headlamp system comes turned off. on immediately. Once the vehicle The vehicle has a light sensor on leaves the garage, it takes about the top of the instrument panel in one minute for the automatic Automatic Headlamp the defroster grille which regulates headlamp system to change to DRL System when the automatic headlamps turn on. Do not cover the sensor, if it is light outside. During that When it is dark enough outside, the delay, the instrument cluster may otherwise the headlamps will come automatic headlamp system turns on whenever the ignition is on. not be as bright as usual. Make sure on the headlamps at the normal the instrument panel brightness brightness, along with the taillamps, The system may also turn on the knob is in the full bright position. sidemarker, parking lamps, and the headlamps when driving through a See Instrument Panel Illumination instrument panel lights. The radio parking garage, heavy overcast Control on page 6-6. lights will also be dim. weather, or a tunnel. This is normal. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

6-4 Lighting

If the vehicle is started in a dark Lights On with Wipers (2 mph). AFL will not operate when garage, the automatic headlamp the transmission is in R (Reverse). If the windshield wipers are system will come on immediately. AFL is not immediately operable activated in daylight with the engine Once the vehicle leaves the garage, after starting the vehicle; driving a on, and the exterior lamp control is it takes approximately one minute short distance is required to in AUTO, the headlamps, parking for the automatic headlamp system calibrate the AFL. See Exterior lamps, and other exterior lamps to change if it is bright enough Lamp Controls on page 6-1. come on. The transition time for the outside. During that delay, the lamps coming on varies based on instrument cluster may not be as Hazard Warning Flashers wiper speed. When the wipers are bright as usual. Make sure the not operating, these lamps turn off. instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See Move the exterior lamp control to P Instrument Panel Illumination or ; to disable this feature. Control on page 6-6. To idle the vehicle with the Adaptive Forward automatic headlamp system off, turn Lighting (AFL) the control to the off position. If equipped, the Adaptive Forward The headlamps will also stay on Lighting System (AFL) pivots the after you exit the vehicle. This headlamps horizontally to provide feature can be programmed using greater road illumination while the Driver Information Center (DIC). turning. To enable AFL, set the See Vehicle Personalization on exterior lamp control on the turn | page 5-46. signal lever to the AUTO position. (Hazard Warning Flasher): Moving the switch out of the AUTO Press this button to make the front The regular headlamp system can and rear turn signal lamps flash on be turned on when needed. position will deactivate the system. AFL will operate when the vehicle and off. This warns others that you speed is greater than 3 km/h are having trouble. Press again to turn the flashers off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Lighting 6-5

Turn and Lane-Change The lever returns to its starting Fog Lamps Signals position when it is released. If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Have any burned out bulbs replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Fuses and Use the fog lamps for better vision Move the lever all the way up or Circuit Breakers on page 10-38. in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamp control is on the turn signal down to signal a turn. Turn Signal On Chime lever. An arrow on the instrument cluster If the turn signal is left on for about # (Fog Lamps): Turn the fog lamp flashes in the direction of the turn or 1.6 km (1 mi), a warning chime will lane change. sound and the TURN SIGNAL ON band on the lever up to # and Raise or lower the lever until the message will appear on the Driver release it, to turn the fog lamps on arrow starts to flash to signal a lane Information Center (DIC) display. or off. The band will return to its change. Hold it briefly until the lane See “Turn Signal On” under Lamp original position. change is complete. The arrow will Messages on page 5-39. The parking lamps must be on for automatically flash three times. the fog lamps to work. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

6-6 Lighting

If the high-beam headlamps are Interior Lighting Reading Lamps turned on, the fog lamps will also turn off. They will turn back on again The reading lamps are on the when you change back to low-beam Instrument Panel overhead console. These lamps headlamps. Illumination Control come on automatically when any door is opened. Some localities have laws that The instrument panel brightness require the headlamps to be on knob is on the instrument panel next For manual operation, press the along with the fog lamps. to the steering column. button next to each lamp to turn it on or off. D (Instrument Panel Brightness): Turn the knob If the reading lamps are left on, they clockwise or counterclockwise to automatically shut off 10 minutes brighten or dim the lights. Turn the after the ignition has been knob completely clockwise to turn turned off. on the interior lamps. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Lighting 6-7

Lighting Features Exit Lighting Parade Dimming The headlamps, taillamps, parking This feature does not let the Entry Lighting lamps, and license plate lamps instrument panel display screens The headlamps, taillamps, license come on at night, or in areas with dim during daylight hours while the plate lamps, dome lamps, and most limited lighting, when the key is ignition is in the ACC/ACCESSORY of the interior lights turn on briefly removed from the ignition. The or ON/RUN position and the parking when the Remote Keyless Entry dome lamps also come on when the lamps or headlamps are on. Parade K key is removed from the ignition. dimming automatically works with (RKE) is pressed, or when the The exterior lamps and dome lamps the light sensor on top of the door handle is pulled on a keyless remain on after the door is closed dashboard. If it is dark enough access vehicle. See Ignition for a set amount of time, then outside and the parking lamps or Positions (Keyless Access) on automatically turn off. headlamps are on, the instrument page 9-15 or Ignition Positions (Key panel display screens can be Access) on page 9-17. After about If equipped with Keyless Access, the exterior lamps and dome lamps adjusted by turning the instrument 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn panel brightness knob clockwise or off, then the dome and remaining automatically turn on when a door is opened after the ignition is turned counterclockwise to brighten or dim interior lights dim to off. Entry the lighting. See Instrument Panel lighting can be disabled manually by off. See Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9-15 or Ignition Illumination Control on page 6-6. changing the ignition out of the OFF The instrument panel control position, or by pressing the Remote Positions (Key Access) on page 9-17. backlighting can still be adjusted Keyless Entry (RKE) Q button. while in parade mode. The exterior lamps turn off This feature can be changed. See immediately by turning the exterior Vehicle Personalization on lamp control off. page 5-46. This feature can be changed. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-46. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

6-8 Lighting

Battery Load This is because the generator Normally, these actions occur in (alternator) may not be spinning fast steps or levels, without being Management enough at idle to produce all the noticeable. In rare cases at the The vehicle has Electric Power power that is needed for very high highest levels of corrective action, Management (EPM), which electrical loads. this action may be noticeable to the estimates the battery's temperature A high electrical load occurs when driver. If so, a Driver Information and state of charge. It then adjusts several of the following are on, such Center (DIC) message might be the voltage for best performance as: headlamps, high beams, fog displayed. If a battery message is and extended life of the battery. lamps, rear window defogger, displayed, it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads When the battery's state of charge climate control fan at high speed, as much as possible. See Driver is low, the voltage is raised slightly heated seats, engine cooling fans, Information Center (DIC) on to quickly bring the charge back up. trailer loads, and loads plugged into page 5-27. When the state of charge is high, accessory power outlets. the voltage is lowered slightly to EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection prevent overcharging. If the vehicle discharge of the battery. It does this has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage by balancing the generator's output This feature helps to prevent battery display on the Driver Information and the vehicle's electrical needs. drain if accessory lamps are left on. Center (DIC), you may see the It can increase engine idle speed to If accessory lamps such as the voltage move up or down. This is generate more power, whenever vanity mirror, cargo, reading, normal. If there is a problem, an needed. It can temporarily reduce console, or glove box are left on, alert will be displayed. the power demands of some they automatically time out after The battery can be discharged at accessories. about 10 minutes. To reset the idle if the electrical loads are very battery protection, all of the above high. This is true for all vehicles. lamps must be turned off or the ignition must be in the ACC/ ACCESSORY position. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

6-10 Lighting

2 NOTES Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-1

Audio Players Introduction Infotainment CD Player ...... 7-16 System CD/DVD Player ...... 7-19 MP3 ...... 7-23 Infotainment Hard Drive Device (HDD) . . . . 7-27 Read the following pages to Introduction Auxiliary Devices ...... 7-33 become familiar with the audio system's features. Infotainment ...... 7-1 Phone Theft-Deterrent Feature ...... 7-3 Bluetooth ...... 7-35 Operation ...... 7-3 { Warning Trademarks and License Radio Taking your eyes off the road for AM-FM Radio ...... 7-8 Agreements Trademarks and License extended periods could cause a Satellite Radio ...... 7-10 crash resulting in injury or death Radio Reception ...... 7-14 Agreements ...... 7-43 to you or others. Do not give Backglass Antenna ...... 7-15 Multi-Band Antenna ...... 7-15 extended attention to infotainment tasks while driving.

This system provides access to many audio and non-audio listings. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-2 Infotainment System

To minimize taking your eyes off the The vehicle has Retained road while driving, do the following { Caution Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, while the vehicle is parked: the audio system can be played Contact your dealer before adding even after the ignition is turned off. . Become familiar with the any equipment. operation and controls of the See Retained Accessory Power audio system. Adding audio or communication (RAP) on page 9-22. equipment could interfere with the . Navigation System Set up the tone, speaker operation of the engine, radio, adjustments, and preset radio or other systems, and could If equipped with a navigation stations. damage them. Follow federal system, see the navigation manual. For more information, see Defensive rules covering mobile radio and Driving on page 9-3. telephone equipment. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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 CD/DVD Audio, Hard Drive Device (HDD), and the desired tone setting. 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 SiriusXM . Press the \ FWD button. information on the navigation audio m : Press to choose the SiriusXM system. . Press the SEEK button. band (if equipped). ¨ Turning the System On or Off VOL/ P (Volume/Power): Press to turn the system on and off. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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 equipped, the EQ can be adjusted between talk and manual. or treble to the middle position, . Press the \ FWD button. press the softkey under the BASS, To choose an EQ setting: MID, or TREB tab for more than . Press the ¨ SEEK button. 1. Press the TUNE/TONE knob. two seconds. 4. To decrease the highlighted To quickly adjust all tone and setting, do one of the following: 2. Select EQ. speaker controls to the middle . Turn the TUNE/TONE knob 3. Select Talk or Manual. position, press the TUNE/TONE counterclockwise. 4. Press the Back button to go knob for more than two seconds. . Turn the MENU/SELECT back to the Tone Settings menu. Adjusting the Speakers knob counterclockwise. (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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-6 Infotainment System

Digital Signal . Rear: Select to adjust the audio System Settings Processing (DSP) for the rear seat passengers to receive the best possible sound CONFIG: Press to adjust the If the radio has this feature, it has quality. number of favorites pages, auto either a Bose® sound system or a volume, and HDD (if available) . ® Bose® 5.1 Cabin Surround® sound Centerpoint : Select to settings. The FAV, AUTO VOL, and system. DSP is used to provide a automatically enable Bose HDD (if available) tabs display. The choice of different listening Centerpoint signal processing display will time out after experiences. circuitry. Centerpoint creates a approximately 10 seconds. Bose® surround sound from To choose a DSP setting: stereo CDs, MP3s, and satellite Configuring the Number of 1. Press the TUNE/TONE knob to radio. Favorite Pages display the tone/speaker and This feature is not available in The number of favorite pages can DSP tabs. AM/FM radio mode. be set using the CONFIG button. To set the number of favorite pages: 2. Press the softkey under the If equipped with the Bose 5.1 DSP tab. Cabin Surround sound system, 1. Press the CONFIG button to 3. Press the softkey below the the radio can support the display the radio setup menu. Back tab to return to the original playback of 5.1 surround sound 2. Press the softkey below the tone/speaker display, or wait for DVD-A discs or DTS 5.1 FAV tab. the display to time out. surround sound CD discs. When a 5.1 surround sound formatted 3. Select the desired number of The DSP settings available are: disc is playing, DSP options favorite pages by pressing the . Normal: Select for normal mode; available are: softkey below the displayed page numbers. this provides the best sound ‐ 5.1 Surround + Normal: Best quality for all seating positions. for all seating positions. 4. Press the FAV button, or let the . Driver: Select to adjust the menu time out, to return to the ‐ 5.1 Surround + Rear: Best for original main radio screen audio for the driver to receive the rear seating positions. the best possible sound quality. showing the radio station Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-7

frequency tabs and to begin the higher setting allows for more This feature is most effective at process of programming radio volume compensation at lower radio volume settings where favorites for the chosen number faster vehicle speeds. background noise can affect how of pages. the music being played through the Noise Compensation Technology vehicle's audio system is heard. At Speed Compensated If the vehicle has the radio with DVD higher volume settings, where the Volume (SCV) Audio, HDD, and USB, it has Bose music is much louder than the A radio with SCV automatically AudioPilot® noise compensation background noise, there may be adjusts the sound to compensate for technology. little or no adjustments by road and wind noise as the vehicle When turned on, AudioPilot AudioPilot. For additional speeds up or slows down, so that continuously adjusts the audio information on AudioPilot, visit the volume is consistent while system equalization, to compensate www.bose.com/audiopilot. driving. To activate SCV: for background noise. Radio Message 1. Set the radio volume to the To activate AudioPilot: Locked: Displays when the desired level. ® 1. Press the CONFIG button to TheftLock system has locked up 2. Press the CONFIG button to display the radio setup menu. the infotainment system. Take the display the radio setup menu. vehicle to your dealer for service. 2. Press the softkey under the 3. Press the softkey under the AUTO VOL tab on the radio If any error occurs repeatedly or if AUTO VOL tab on the radio display. an error cannot be corrected, display. contact your dealer. 3. Press the softkey below the On 4. Press the softkey under the or Off tab under the AUTO VOL desired Speed Compensated display, to turn this feature on or Volume setting (OFF, Low, Med, off. The display times out after or High) to select the level of approximately 10 seconds. radio volume compensation. The display times out after approximately 10 seconds. Each Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-8 Infotainment System

Radio The radio only tunes to stations with Selecting a Station a strong signal that are in the Seek Tuning AM-FM Radio selected band. FAV: Press to change the If the radio station is not known: Control Buttons favorites page. Briefly press ¨ SEEK or © SEEK. The knobs and buttons used to Softkeys: Press to select preset The radio will search for the next control the radio are: stations. receivable station. If the radio does not find a station, it switches FM/AM: Press to choose between Radio Data System (RDS) FM and AM. automatically to a more sensitive The audio system has an RDS search level. If it still does not find a TUNE/TONE: Turn to search for feature. RDS is available for use station, the frequency that was last stations. Press to enter the only on FM stations that broadcast active begins to play and “None Tone menu. RDS information. This system relies Found” displays. MENU/SELECT: Turn clockwise or upon receiving specific information If the radio station is known: counterclockwise to scroll through from these stations and only works the station list. Press the MENU/ when the information is available. Press and hold ¨ SEEK or © SEEK SELECT knob to select the desired While the radio is tuned to an until the desired station on the station. FM-RDS station, the station name pop-up frequency display is almost or call letters display. In rare cases, reached, then release the button. INFO: Press to display additional a radio station can broadcast information that may be available for incorrect information that causes the Manual Tuning the current song. When information radio features to work improperly. Turn the TUNE/TONE knob to is not available, No Information If this happens, contact the radio select the frequency on the pop-up displays. station. display. ¨ SEEK or © SEEK: Press to go to the previous or to the next radio station and stay there. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-9

Station List radio favorites page button (FAV To set up the number of favorites Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to button). Press the FAV button to go pages: display the station list. To create a through up to six pages of favorites, 1. Press the CONFIG button to list of available stations, select each having six favorite stations display the radio setup menu. available per page. Each page of Refresh AM Station List or Refresh 2. Press the softkey below the FAV FM Station List, depending on which favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, label. band is being used. ® or SiriusXM stations. 3. Select the desired number of In FM, RDS information may be To store a station as a favorite: favorites pages by pressing the utilized to categorize the stations by softkey below the displayed genre. 1. Tune to the desired radio station. page numbers. In both AM and FM, the stations are 2. Press the FAV button to display 4. Press the FAV button, or let the arranged in frequency order. the page where the station is to menu time out, to return to the be stored. Storing a Radio Station as a original main radio screen Favorite 3. Press and hold one of the showing the radio station six softkeys until a beep sounds frequency labels and to begin Radio station favorites should be set and “Favorite Saved” displays. the process of programming up while the vehicle is stopped. When that softkey is pressed favorites for the chosen number Tune to favorite stations using the and released, the radio recalls of pages. presets, favorites button, and the station that was set. steering wheel controls, if equipped. Time Shifting — Pause and 4. Repeat the steps for each radio Rewind Live FM and AM FAV (Favorites): A maximum of station to be stored as a favorite. 36 stations can be programmed as The Radio with DVD Audio, HDD, favorites using the six softkeys The number of favorites pages can and USB has the ability to rewind below the radio station frequency be set up using the CONFIG button. 60 minutes of FM and AM content. tabs on the display and by using the While listening to the radio, the content from the current station is always being buffered to the HDD. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-10 Infotainment System

Press r / j (play/pause) to pause On FM or AM, press the s REV or Satellite Radio \ the radio. The radio display will FWD button multiple times to Vehicles with a SiriusXM Satellite show the Time Shift buffer status rewind or fast forward. Each press Radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM bar. The status bar shows the will rewind or fast forward Satellite Radio subscription can amount of content stored in the 30 seconds of content. receive SiriusXM programming. buffer and the current pause point. When the radio station is changed, To resume playback from the the buffer is cleared and SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service current pause point, press r / j automatically restarted for the again. The radio will no longer be current station. You cannot rewind SiriusXM is a satellite radio service playing “live” radio. Instead, time to content from a previously tuned based in the 48 contiguous United shifted content is being played from station. States and 10 Canadian provinces. the buffer. When the radio is playing Time shifting of FM or AM is not SiriusXM Satellite Radio has a time shifted content from the buffer, available while recording or while wide variety of programming and a buffer status bar shows below the other sources of playback are commercial-free music, coast station number on the left side of selected. to coast, and in digital-quality the screen. sound. A service fee is required to Pausing FM or AM with the receive the SiriusXM service. Press and hold the s REV or Vehicle Turned Off \ Renew on channel XM1. For more FWD buttons to rewind or fast If FM or AM is paused before the information, contact SiriusXM forward through the time shift buffer. vehicle is turned off, the radio will at www.siriusxm.com or Hold FWD until the end of the continue to buffer the current radio 1-866-635-2349 in the U.S. In currently recorded buffer to resume station for up to one hour. If the Canada, see www.xmradio.ca or call “live” radio playback. With “live” vehicle is turned back on within 1-877-209-0079. radio playing, the radio display will one hour, the radio will automatically no longer show the buffer bar below resume playback from the pause the station number. point. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-11

Control Buttons SiriusXM Categories Selecting a Station by Station List The knobs and buttons used to SiriusXM stations are organized in The infotainment system can list all control the radio are: categories. SiriusXM stations. m (SiriusXM): Press to choose the Removing or Adding Categories To select a station from the SiriusXM band (if equipped). (Radio with CD and Radio with station list: TUNE/TONE: Turn to search for Six-Disc CD Only) 1. Turn the TUNE/TONE knob and stations. Press to enter the 1. Press the CONFIG button. highlight the desired station. Tone menu. 2. Press the softkey below the 2. Press the TUNE/TONE knob to MENU/SELECT: Turn clockwise or XM tab. select the station. counterclockwise to scroll through 3. Turn the TUNE/TONE knob or The highlighted station will also the category list. Press to select the the MENU/SELECT knob to automatically be selected if TUNE/ desired category. scroll through the available TONE is released and no longer INFO: Press to display additional categories. turned. information that may be available for 4. Press any softkey below the Selecting a Station by Category the current song. When information Remove or Add tab to add or is not available, No Information The infotainment system can list remove the displayed category. displays. SiriusXM stations by genre. 5. Press any softkey below the SEEK or SEEK: Press to go to To select a station from the ¨ © Restore All tab to restore all the next or to the previous radio category list: removed categories. station. 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob FAV: Press to change the Selecting a SiriusXM Station and highlight the desired genre, then press the MENU/SELECT favorites page. Seek Tuning knob to select the genre. Softkeys: Press to select preset stations. Press ¨ SEEK or © SEEK to go to the next or previous station. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-12 Infotainment System

2. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob To store a station as a favorite: 4. Press the FAV button, or let the and highlight the desired station, 1. Tune to the desired radio station. menu time out, to return to the then press the MENU/SELECT original main radio screen knob to select the station. 2. Press the FAV button to display showing the radio station the page where the station is to frequency labels and to begin Storing a SiriusXM Station as a be stored. the process of programming Favorite 3. Press and hold one of the favorites for the chosen number Radio station favorites should be set six softkeys until a beep sounds. of pages. up while the vehicle is stopped. When that softkey is pressed Time Shifting Pause and Tune to favorite stations using the — and released, the radio recalls Rewind Live SiriusXM presets, favorites button, and the station that was set. steering wheel controls, if equipped. The Radio with DVD Audio, HDD, 4. Repeat the steps for each radio and USB has the ability to rewind FAV (Favorites): A maximum of station to be stored as a favorite. 36 stations can be programmed as 60 minutes of SiriusXM content. The number of favorites pages can favorites using the six softkeys While listening to the radio, the be set up using the CONFIG button. below the radio station frequency content from the current station is tabs on the display and by using the To set up the number of favorites always being buffered to the HDD. radio favorites page button (FAV pages: Press r / j to pause the radio. The button). Press the FAV button to go 1. Press the CONFIG button to radio display will show the Time through up to six pages of favorites, display the radio setup menu. Shift buffer status bar. The status each having six favorite stations bar shows the amount of content 2. Press the softkey below the FAV available per page. Each page of stored in the buffer and the current label. favorites can contain any pause point. combination of AM, FM, or SiriusXM 3. Select the desired number of stations. favorites pages by pressing the softkey below the displayed page numbers. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-13

To resume playback from the current station. You cannot rewind XM Updating: The encryption code current pause point, press r / j to content from a previously tuned in the receiver is being updated, and again. The radio will no longer be station. no action is required. This process playing “live” radio. Instead, time Time shifting of SiriusXM is not should take no longer than shifted content is being played from available while recording or while 30 seconds. the buffer. When the radio is playing other sources of playback are No XM Signal: The system is time shifted content from the buffer, selected. functioning correctly, but the vehicle a buffer status bar shows below the is in a location that is blocking the station number on the left side of Pausing SiriusXM with the Vehicle SiriusXM signal. When the vehicle is the screen. Turned Off moved into an open area, the signal s If SiriusXM is paused before the should return. Press and hold the REV or vehicle is turned off, the radio will \ FWD buttons to rewind or fast Loading XM: The audio system is continue to buffer the current radio acquiring and processing audio and forward through the time shift buffer. station for up to one hour. If the Hold \ FWD until the end of the text data. No action is needed. This vehicle is turned back on within message should disappear shortly. currently recorded buffer to resume one hour, the radio will automatically “live” radio playback. With “live” resume playback from the pause Channel Off Air: This channel is radio playing, the radio display will point. not currently in service. Tune in to no longer show the buffer bar below another channel. SiriusXM Messages the station number. Channel Unauth: This channel is XL (Explicit Language Press the s REV or \ FWD blocked or cannot be received with Channels): These channels, or any button multiple times to jump to the your SiriusXM Subscription others, can be blocked at a package. previous or next song or customer's request, by calling commercial. 1-866-635-2349 in the U.S., and Channel Unavail: This previously When the radio station is changed, 1-877-209-0079 in Canada. assigned channel is no longer the buffer is cleared and assigned. Tune to another station. automatically restarted for the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-14 Infotainment System

If this station was one of the 1-866-635-2349 in the U.S. In Radio Reception presets, choose another station for Canada, see www.xmradio.ca or call that preset button. 1-877-209-0079. Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio No Artist Info: No artist CAT Not Found: There are no reception if items such as phone information is available at this time channels available for the selected chargers, vehicle convenience on this channel. The system is category. The system is working accessories, and external electronic working properly. properly. devices are plugged into the No Title Info: No song title XM Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, accessory power outlet. If there is information is available at this time this message alternates with the interference or static, unplug the on this channel. The system is SiriusXM Radio eight-digit radio ID item from the accessory power working properly. label. This label is needed to outlet. No CAT Info: No category activate the service. FM information is available at this time Unknown: If this message is on this channel. The system is received when tuned to channel 0, FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the working properly. there could be a receiver fault. radio has a built-in electronic circuit Consult with your dealer. No Information: No text or that automatically works to reduce informational messages are Check XM Receivr: If this interference, some static can occur, available at this time on this message does not clear within a especially around tall buildings or channel. The system is working short period of time, the receiver hills, causing the sound to fade in properly. could have a fault. Consult with your and out. dealer. No Subscription Please Renew: AM The XM subscription needs to be XM Not Available: If this message reactivated. Contact XM at does not clear within a short period The range for most AM stations is www.siriusxm.com or of time, the receiver could have a greater than for FM, especially at fault. Consult with your dealer. night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. Static can also occur Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-15

when things like storms and power Backglass Antenna lines interfere with radio reception. { Caution When this happens, try reducing the The AM-FM antenna is integrated treble on the radio. with the rear window defogger in the Do not apply aftermarket glass rear window. Do not scratch the tinting with metallic film. The SiriusXM Satellite Radio inside surface or damage the lines metallic film in some tinting Service in the glass. If the inside surface is materials will interfere with or damaged, it could interfere with SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service distort the incoming radio radio reception. For proper radio provides digital radio reception. Tall reception. Any damage caused to reception, the antenna connector buildings or hills can interfere with the backglass antenna due to needs to be properly attached to the satellite radio signals, causing the metallic tinting materials will not post on the glass. sound to fade in and out. In be covered by the vehicle addition, traveling or standing under If attaching a cell phone antenna to warranty. heavy foliage, bridges, garages, the glass, attach it between the grid or tunnels may cause loss of the lines. SiriusXM signal for a period of time. Multi-Band Antenna { Caution The roof antenna is for OnStar, Cell Phone Usage SiriusXM Satellite Radio (U.S. and Cell phone usage, such as making Using a razor blade or sharp Canada only), and GPS (Global or receiving phone calls, charging, object to clear the inside rear Positioning System). Keep clear of or just having the phone on may window can damage the rear obstructions for clear reception. cause static interference in the window antenna and/or the rear If the vehicle has a sunroof, and it is radio. Unplug the phone or turn it off window defogger. Repairs would open, reception can also be if this happens. not be covered by the vehicle affected. warranty. Do not clear the inside rear window with sharp objects. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-16 Infotainment System

Audio Players the surface. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the { Caution edge of the hole and the outer edge. CD Player If a label is added to a CD, more If the surface of a disc is soiled, than one CD is inserted into the The infotainment system's CD take a soft, lint-free cloth or dampen slot at a time, or an attempt is player can play audio CDs and a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral MP3 CDs. made to play scratched or detergent solution mixed with water, damaged CDs, the CD player CDs that are 8 cm (3 in) in diameter and clean it. Make sure the wiping could be damaged. While using process starts from the center to will not work in the CD player. the CD player, use only CDs in the edge. Care of CDs good condition without any label, Care of the CD Player load one CD at a time, and keep If playing a CD, the sound quality the CD player and the loading slot can be reduced due to disc quality, Do not add a label to a disc; it could free of foreign materials, liquids, the method of recording, the quality get caught in the CD player. If a of the music that has been label is needed, label the top of the and debris. recorded, and the way the disc recorded disc with a marking pen. has been handled. Handle discs The use of disc lens cleaners for Control Buttons carefully. Store CDs in their original discs is not advised, due to the risk cases or other protective cases and The knobs and buttons used to of contaminating the lens of the disc control the CD player are: away from direct sunlight and dust. optics with lubricants internal to the The CD player scans the bottom CD player mechanism. CD: Press to play a CD when surface of the disc. If the surface of listening to the radio. The disc and/ a disc is damaged, such as cracked, or track number display when a CD broken, or scratched, the disc may is in the player. not play properly or not at all. Do SEEK or SEEK: Press to not touch the bottom side of a disc ¨ © select tracks. while handling it; this could damage Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-17

TUNE/TONE: Turn and then press If the ignition or radio is turned off 5. The CD resumes normal to select tracks. while a CD is in the player, it stays playback. MENU/SELECT: Turn and then in the player. When the ignition or To insert multiple CDs: press to select. radio is turned on, the CD starts playing where it stopped, if it was 1. Press and hold ^ for r / j (Play/Pause): Press to pause the last selected audio source. five seconds. A beep sounds and restart CD playback. and Load All Discs displays. s Inserting a CD (Six-Disc CD REV (Fast Reverse): Press Player) 2. Follow the displayed instruction and hold to reverse playback quickly ^ on when to insert the discs. The within a track. (Load): Press to load CDs into CD player takes up to six CDs. the CD player. This CD player holds \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press up to six CDs. 3. Press ^ again to cancel and hold to advance playback quickly within a track. To insert one CD: loading more CDs. If the ignition or radio is turned off Z (Eject): Press to eject the disc. 1. Press and release ^. while a CD is in the player, it stays For the Six-Disc CD player, press 2. Wait for the message to insert in the player. When the ignition or and hold for two seconds to eject all the disc. radio is turned on, the CD starts discs. playing where it stopped, if it was 3. Load a CD. Insert the CD the last selected audio source. Inserting a CD (Single Disc partway into the slot, label side Player) up. The player pulls the CD in. When a CD is inserted, the disc A Shuffle tab and the DISC icon number displays on the upper right With the printed side facing up, display. side of the screen and the track insert a CD into the audio CD slot number displays at the left and 4. Press the softkey below the until it is drawn in. The CD track center of the screen. The Shuffle Shuffle tab to play the tracks of a number and a Shuffle tab display and Disc labels appear below. current disc in random order. and playback begins. Press the softkeys under the Disc Press the softkey again to turn tab to change to another disc. Shuffle off. Shuffle Off displays. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-18 Infotainment System

The CD begins playback of the first To use the TUNE/TONE knob or the For vehicles with a Radio with track on the selected disc. As each MENU/SELECT knob: Six-Disc CD player, the shuffle new track starts to play, the track Turn the TUNE/TONE knob or the feature only works on the disc that number displays in the left and MENU/SELECT knob to highlight is currently playing. center of the screen. the desired track, then press the Playing an MP3/WMA Disc Playing a CD TUNE/TONE knob or MENU/ SELECT knob to select the track. CD players with the MP3 feature are Selecting a CD Track capable of playing an MP3/WMA Fast Forward and Rewind CD-R or CD-RW disc. See MP3 on Tracks can be selected using the page 7-23 for more information. seek buttons, TUNE/TONE knob, s REV (Fast Reverse): Press or MENU/SELECT knob. and hold to reverse playback quickly Disc Messages within a track. Sound is heard at a To use the seek buttons: reduced volume and the elapsed DISC ERROR: If this message displays and/or the disc ejects, it Press © SEEK to go to the start of time of the track displays. Release to resume playing the track. could be for one of the following the current track, if more than reasons: five seconds have played. \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press . Press ¨ SEEK to go to the next and hold to advance playback The radio system does not quickly within a track. Sound is support the playlist format, the track. If SEEK or SEEK is held, © ¨ heard at a reduced volume and the compressed audio format, or the or pressed multiple times, the player elapsed time of the track displays. data file format. continues moving backward or Release to resume playing the . It is very hot. When the forward through the tracks on track. the CD. temperature returns to normal, Playing Tracks in Random Order the disc should play. Press the softkey under the Shuffle . The road is very rough. When tab to play the tracks of a CD in the road becomes smoother, the random order. Press again to turn disc should play. Shuffle off. Shuffle Off displays. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-19

. The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, The CD/DVD player does not while handling it; this could damage or upside down. support the playback of DVD video the surface. Pick up discs by . The air is very humid. If so, wait discs. If a DVD video disc is grasping the outer edges or the about an hour and try again. inserted into the player, the radio edge of the hole and the outer edge. displays “Read Error Please Check . There was a problem while If the surface of a disc is soiled, Disc” and ejects the disc. burning the disc. take a soft, lint-free cloth or dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral . Care of CDs and DVDs The label is caught in the CD/ detergent solution mixed with water, DVD-A player. If playing a CD/DVD, the sound and clean it. Make sure the wiping quality can be reduced due to disc If the disc is not playing correctly, for process starts from the center to quality, the method of recording, the any other reason, try a known the edge. quality of the music that has been good disc. recorded, and the way the disc has Care of the CD/DVD Player If any error occurs repeatedly or if been handled. Handle discs Do not add a label to a disc; it could an error cannot be corrected, carefully. Store CDs and DVDs in get caught in the CD/DVD player. contact your dealer. If the radio their original cases or other If a label is needed, label the top of displays an error message, write it protective cases and away from the recorded disc with a down and provide it to your dealer direct sunlight and dust. The CD/ marking pen. when reporting the problem. DVD player scans the bottom surface of the disc. If the surface of The use of disc lens cleaners for CD/DVD Player a disc is damaged, such as cracked, discs is not advised, due to the risk broken, or scratched, the disc may of contaminating the lens of the disc The infotainment system's CD/DVD not play properly or not at all. Do optics with lubricants internal to the player can play audio discs and not touch the bottom side of a disc CD/DVD player mechanism. MP3 discs. Discs that are 8 cm (3 in) in diameter will not work in the CD/ DVD player. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-20 Infotainment System

TUNE/TONE: Turn and then press In DVD-Audio playback mode, press { Caution to select tracks. once to change playback to a speed MENU/SELECT: Turn and then of 2X. Each successive press If a label is added to a disc, changes playback to a speed of 4X, or more than one disc is inserted press to select. 10X, or 21X. Press / j to resume into the slot at a time, or an j r r / (Play/Pause): Press to pause normal playback. attempt is made to play scratched and restart CD or DVD playback. or damaged discs, the CD/DVD Z (Eject): Press to eject the disc. s REV (Fast Reverse): In CD or player could be damaged. While MP3 playback mode, press and Inserting a Disc using the CD/DVD player, use hold to reverse playback quickly With the printed side facing up, only discs in good condition within a track. Sound is heard at a insert a disc into the audio CD/DVD without any label, load one dosc reduced volume. When released, slot until it is drawn in. The disc at a time, and keep the CD/DVD normal playback resumes and the track number and a Shuffle tab player and the loading slot free of elapsed time of the track displays. foreign materials, liquids, and display and playback begins. In DVD-Audio playback mode, press debris. If the ignition or radio is turned off once to change playback to a speed while a disc is in the player, it stays of 2X. Each successive press in the player. When the ignition or Control Buttons changes playback to a speed of 4X, radio is turned on, the disc starts The knobs and buttons used to 10X, or 21X. Press r / j to resume playing where it stopped, if it was control the CD/DVD player are: normal playback. the last selected audio source. \ CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to FWD (Fast Forward): In CD or Playing a CD switch between CD/DVD, auxiliary MP3 playback mode, press and input, and USB devices. hold to advance playback quickly Selecting a CD Track within a track. Sound is heard at a Tracks can be selected using the ¨ SEEK or © SEEK: Press to reduced volume. When released, seek buttons, TUNE/TONE knob, select tracks. normal playback resumes and the or MENU/SELECT knob. elapsed time of the track displays. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-21

To use the seek buttons: reduced volume and the elapsed Selecting a DVD-A Track time of the track displays. Release Tracks can be selected using the Press © SEEK to go to the start of to resume playing the track. the current track, if more than seek buttons, or the TUNE/ five seconds have played. Press \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press TONE knob. ¨ SEEK to go to the next track. and hold to advance playback To use the seek buttons: quickly within a track. Sound is If SEEK or SEEK is held, © ¨ heard at a reduced volume and the Press SEEK to go to the start of or pressed multiple times, the player © elapsed time of the track displays. the current track, if more than continues moving backward or Release to resume playing the forward through the tracks on five seconds have played. Press track. SEEK to go to the next track. the CD. ¨ Playing Tracks in Random Order If © SEEK or ¨ SEEK is held, To use the TUNE/TONE knob: or pressed multiple times, the player Press the softkey under the Shuffle Turn the TUNE/TONE knob to continues moving backward or tab to play the tracks of a CD in highlight the desired track, then forward through the tracks within the random order. Press again to turn press the TUNE/TONE knob to current group. Shuffle off. Shuffle Off displays. select the track. To use the TUNE/TONE knob: Playing a DVD-A (Audio) Disc To use the MENU/SELECT knob: Turn the TUNE/TONE knob to Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to The Radio with DVD Audio, HDD, display a list of all tracks in all highlight the desired track, then and USB is capable of playing DVD groups on the DVD audio disc and ® press the MENU/SELECT knob to audio discs in the Bose 5.1 Cabin to highlight tracks. Stop turning the select the track. surround sound system. TUNE/TONE knob or press the TUNE/TONE knob to start playback Fast Forward and Rewind Insert the DVD audio disc into the CD/DVD player. DVD Audio of the highlighted track. s REV (Fast Reverse): Press displays and playback begins. The and hold to reverse playback quickly Group and track number display within a track. Sound is heard at a during playback. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-22 Infotainment System

To use the MENU/SELECT knob: to a speed of 4X, 10X, or 21X. Selecting DVD Audio Streams Press the softkey under the Menu Press r / j to resume normal Each DVD audio Group may contain tab to display a list of all Groups. To playback. audio content that is encoded in one change Groups, turn the MENU/ Playing Tracks in Random Order or two formats. For example, a SELECT knob to highlight the particular Group may have both a desired Group. Press the MENU/ Press the softkey under the Shuffle 5.1 surround audio stream and a SELECT knob to select it. Playback tab to begin random playback of all 2.0 stereo audio stream available. begins from track 1 of the songs in the current Group. Press again to turn off random playback. Press the softkey under the Audio highlighted Group. tab to display the current audio Fast Forward and Rewind Stopping DVD Audio Playback stream playing. “Audio Stream 1” or s “Audio Stream 2” briefly displays. REV (Fast Reverse): Press to Press the softkey under the c tab Press the softkey under the Audio reverse playback quickly within a to stop playback of the DVD audio tab again to toggle between Audio track. Sound is heard at a reduced disc. “DVD PreStop” displays. Press Stream 1 or Audio Stream 2 volume. Press once to change the r / j button to resume playback (if available). playback to a speed of 2X. Each from where it was stopped. successive press changes playback Check the DSP settings to to a speed of 4X, 10X, or 21X. Press the softkey under the c tab determine if a 5.1 surround sound Press r / j to resume normal again while in DVD PreStop. “DVD audio stream is playing. See Operation on page 7-3. Press the playback. Stop displays. Press the / j ” r DSP tab to see if the 5.1 + Normal \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press to button while in DVD Stop to begin or 5.1 + Rear settings are available advance playback quickly within a playback from the beginning of the for selection. If these settings are track. Sound is heard at a reduced DVD audio disc. available, Audio Stream 1 is playing. volume. Press once to change Press the / j button during DVD playback to a speed of 2X. Each r audio playback to pause or resume successive press changes playback playback. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-23

Playing an MP3/WMA Disc . There was a problem while The files can be recorded with the burning the disc. following fixed bit rates: 32 kbps, CD/DVD players with the MP3 . 40 kbps, 56 kbps, 64 kbps, 80 kbps, feature are capable of playing an The label is caught in the CD/ 96 kbps, 112 kbps, 128 kbps, MP3/WMA on DVD+/−R, CD−R, DVD player. 160 kbps, 192 kbps, 224 kbps, or CD−RW discs. See MP3 on If the disc is not playing correctly, for 256 kbps, and 320 kbps or a page 7-23. any other reason, try a known variable bit rate. Song title, artist good disc. Disc Messages name, and album can display when If any error occurs repeatedly or if files are recorded using ID3 tags DISC ERROR: If this message an error cannot be corrected, version 1 and 2. displays and/or the disc ejects, it contact your dealer. If the radio Creating an MP3/WMA Disc could be for one of the following displays an error message, write it reasons: down and provide it to your dealer When creating an MP3/WMA disc: . The radio system does not when reporting the problem. . Make sure the MP3/WMA files support the playlist format, the are recorded on a CD-R or compressed audio format, or the MP3 CD-RW disc. data file format. MP3/WMA Format . Do not mix standard audio and . It is very hot. When the MP3/WMA files on one disc. temperature returns to normal, The Single CD and the Six-Disc CD the disc should play. Radio will play MP3/WMA files that . Make sure the CD does not were recorded on a CD-R or have more than a maximum of . The road is very rough. When CD-RW disc. The HDD Radio can 50 folders and playlists, and the road becomes smoother, the also play MP3/WMA files recorded 255 files to read and play. disc should play. on DVD+/-R discs or stored on a . The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, USB storage device. Some USB or upside down. storage devices may not be . The air is very humid. If so, wait supported. about an hour and try again. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-24 Infotainment System

. Create a folder structure that . Finalize the audio disc before F1 DISC. All files contained directly makes it easy to find songs burning it. Adding music to an under the root directory are while driving. Organize songs by existing disc can cause the disc accessed prior to any root directory albums using one folder for each not to function. folders. Playlists (Px) are always album. Each folder or album Playlists can be selected by using accessed after root folders or files. should contain 18 songs or less. the previous and next folder The HDD Radio displays the root . Avoid subfolders. The buttons, the SEEK arrows, or the directory of an MP3/WMA disc as system can support up to \ FWD or s REV buttons. An F1 MP3 and the root directory of a eight subfolders deep. Keep the MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW that USB storage device as F1 USB. total number of folders to a was recorded using no file folders minimum to reduce the can also be played. If a CD-R or Empty Directory or Folder complexity and confusion during CD-RW contains more than the If a root directory or a folder exists playback. maximum of 50 folders and somewhere in the file structure that playlists, and 255 files, the player . Create playlists that have a .m3u contains empty folders and no or .wpl extension; other file lets you access and navigate up to compressed files in them, the player extensions may not work. the maximum, but all items over the advances to the next folder in the maximum are not accessible. file structure that contains . Minimize the length of the file, compressed audio files. folder, or playlist names. Long The HDD Radio can support more file, folder, or playlist names, than 255 files on an MP3/WMA disc. No Folder or a combination of a large The HDD Radio does not support When the CD contains only number of files, folders, playlists on a disc or USB storage compressed files, the files are under or playlists can cause the player device. the root folder. The next and to be unable to play up to the Root Directory previous folder functions do not maximum number of files, display on a CD that was recorded folders, playlists, or sessions. The root directory of the CD-R or without folders or playlists. The CD-RW is treated as a folder. If radio displays F1 DISC for the root the root directory has compressed directory. audio files, the directory displays as Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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When the CD contains only playlists Playlists can be changed by Preprogrammed Playlists and compressed audio files, but no pressing the next and previous Preprogrammed playlists created folders, all files are under the root folder button. using WinAmp®, MusicMatch®, folder. The folder down and the When play enters a new folder, the or RealPlayer® software can be folder up buttons search playlists display does not automatically show accessed, however they cannot be (Px) first and then go to the root the new folder name unless the edited using the radio. These folder. The radio displays F1 DISC folder mode has been chosen as playlists are special folders for the root directory. the default display. The new track containing compressed audio song Order of Play name displays. files. Playlists must have a file extension of PLS or M3U. Tracks recorded to the CD-R or File System and Naming CD-RW play in the following order: Playlists can be selected using the The song name contained in the previous and next folder buttons. . Play begins from the first track in ID3 tag displays. If the song name is Tracks can be changed by pressing the first folder and continues not in the ID3 tag, the radio displays the seek buttons or turning the sequentially through all tracks in the file name without the extension. TUNE/TONE knob. Songs are each folder. When the last track Track names longer than played sequentially; press s REV of the last folder has played, 32 characters are shortened. or \ FWD to reverse or advance play continues from the first Parts of words on the last page of track of the first playlist. text and the extension of the file through the playing song. . Play begins from the first track in name are not displayed. The HDD Radio does not support the first playlist and continues The HDD Radio will display file preprogrammed playlists. To create sequentially through all tracks in names with the extension. a playlist on the HDD radio from each playlist. When the last songs recorded to the HDD, see track of the last playlist has Hard Drive Device (HDD) on played, play continues from the page 7-27. first track of the first folder. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Playing an MP3/WMA from a To use the softkeys below the Searching for MP3 Tracks Disc or a USB Storage Device folder tabs: Tracks can be searched for by using S Selecting an MP3 Track Folder (Previous Folder): Press the menu system. the softkey under the Folder tab to To use the menu system: Tracks can be selected using the go to the first track in the previous seek buttons, the TUNE/TONE folder. 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob knob, or the softkeys below the T to display the MP3 Menu. folder tabs on the infotainment Folder (Next Folder): Press the 2. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to display. softkey under the Folder tab to go to the first track in the next folder. highlight an option from the MP3 To use the seek buttons: Menu. The available options are: Fast Forward and Rewind Press the SEEK button to go to . Playlists* © s REV (Fast Reverse): Press the start of the current track, if more . and hold to reverse playback quickly Tracks than five seconds have played. within a track. Sound is heard at a . Folders Press the ¨ SEEK button to go to reduced volume and the elapsed . the next track. If © SEEK or ¨ SEEK time of the track displays. Release Artists is held, or pressed multiple times, to resume playing the track. . Albums the player continues moving \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press . Song Titles backward or forward through the and hold to advance playback . AudioBook tracks on the disc. quickly within a track. Sound is To use the TUNE/TONE knob: heard at a reduced volume and the 3. Press the MENU/SELECT knob elapsed time of the track displays. to select the desired option. Turn the TUNE/TONE knob to Release to resume playing the highlight the desired track, then *The HDD Radio does not support track. press the TUNE/TONE knob to preprogrammed playlists. To create select the track. a playlist on the HDD radio from Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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songs recorded to the HDD, see Hard Drive Device (HDD) Deleting a Recorded Song or Hard Drive Device (HDD) on Category page 7-27. If equipped with a 40GB HHD, tracks must be recorded from a CD, DEL (Delete): Press the DEL Quick Jump MP3 Disc, or USB device first to button to delete the track currently use it. playing or select a track from one of To scroll up or down the list of the song lists. Artists, Albums, or Song Titles, Recording from Audio Discs press and hold the softkey under To delete an entire category, select the FWD or REV tab. REC (Record): Press to start a category and press DEL. recording tracks from the disc while To jump to the beginning, middle, it is playing. The radio has the Stopping the Recording or last section of the list: option to record the current track While recording from the audio CD, . Press the first softkey under the playing or all tracks from the CD. press the REC button to display the display to go to the beginning Press the softkey under the desired stop recording option. Press the section of the list. record option. softkey under this option to confirm the selection. . Press the second softkey under The last radio station that was on the display to go to the middle begins playing and a status bar Ejecting a CD or Turning Off the section of the list. appears on the top of the display Vehicle While Recording when the recording process starts. . Press the third softkey under the If the CD is ejected or the vehicle is display to go to the last section The status bar disappears when the process has ended. The recorded turned off before the recording of the list. process has completed, tracks that songs are now available. Playing Tracks in Random Order have been completely recorded are Copy-Protected CD(s) stored to the HDD. Incomplete Press the softkey under the Shuffle tracks are discarded. tab to play the tracks of the current Make sure the disc is not copy folder in random order. Press again protected. The radio does not copy to turn Shuffle off. Shuffle Off a copy-protected CD to the HDD. displays. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Re-recording Audio CDs is not found in the Gracenote MENU/SELECT knob to highlight If a CD has already been recorded, Database and it does not have and select the correct name for the the radio system will not record the CD-text information, the radio will “Multi-Hit” recorded CD. contents again. If a partially record the audio CD with all song, The Gracenote Database stored on recorded CD is selected for artist, album and genre names as the HDD can be updated so that it recording, only those songs that are “NO INFO.” includes name information for more not already on the HDD will be Songs recorded with “NO INFO” to recently released audio CDs. See recorded. the HDD will be hard to sort, your dealer for more information on identify, and select. To make HDD Gracenote Database updates for the Audio CD Song, Artist, Album, navigation easier, CDs with “NO HDD radio. and Genre Information INFO” can first be converted to MP3 Radios with HDD contain a format with Tag information on a Recording from MP3/WMA Gracenote® Database that the radio home computer and then recorded Discs or USB uses to determine the song, artist, to the HDD from an MP3 disc or REC (Record): Press to start album, and genre information. The USB device. recording tracks from an MP3/WMA Gracenote Database allows the Occasionally, the radio may find disc or a USB device (excluding radio to record an audio CD to the more than one match in the iPods) while it is playing. The radio HDD and store the content using Gracenote Database for an audio has the option to record the current song, artist, album, and genre CD that has been recorded. If this track playing or all tracks from the information. happens, the radio will display CD. Press the softkey under the Newly released audio CDs as well “Multi-Hit” for the name information desired record option. as some less common audio CDs when the songs are selected from The last radio station that was on may not be found in the Gracenote the HDD. With a “Multi-Hit” song begins playing and a status bar Database stored on the HDD. playing, press the button below the appears on the top of the display If these audio CDs contain CD-text, EDIT tab to bring up the list of when the recording process starts. the radio will use the CD-text multiple names found in the The status bar disappears when the information when recording the Gracenote Database. Use the process has ended. The recorded content to the HDD. If an audio CD songs are now available. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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AAC and OGG Vorbis file types are HDD Playback Mode not fully supported. These file types may or may not play and may be The infotainment system displays the current HDD playback mode. The shown without Tag information. following table shows the display mode options and what happens as the Without Tag information available, mode is displayed: these file types may be identified Mode When Displayed only by file name. Shuffle System is randomly playing back all HDD content. AudioBooks from www.audible.com System is playing back content by a selected artist in can also be transferred to the HDD Artist using the record function. See alphabetical order. “AudioBook” later in this section for System is playing back content from a selected album in Album more information. track order. USB Host Support System is playing back content in a selected genre in Genre The USB connector uses the USB alphabetical order. standards, 1.1 and 2.0. Song System is playing back all songs in alphabetical order. USB Supported Devices System is playing back all songs from the selected Playlist . USB Flash Drives playlist in the order they were added. . Portable USB Hard Drives AudioBook System is playing back AudioBook content.

Playing from the Hard Drive HDD Menu 2. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to Device 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob highlight an option from the HDD HDD (Hard Drive Device): Press to display the HDD Menu. Menu. The available options are: the HDD button to start playing . Shuffle Songs tracks from the HDD. HDD displays and playback resumes from where it . Playlist was last stopped. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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. Artists . Press the third softkey under the HDD Categories display to go to the last section . Albums of the list. The HDD category mode can be . Song Titles used to select a song by a particular Shuffle Songs artist, album, or genre for playback. . Genres Select this option from the HDD As an example, the HDD Menu . Recently Saved Menu to randomly play back HDD displays a layout such as: . AudioBook content. Artists (5) 3. Press the MENU/SELECT knob Playlist Albums (6) to select the desired option. Select this option from the HDD Song Titles (77) Menu to display all six favorite Quick Jump Genres (3) playlists, then select one of the To scroll up or down the list of six playlists to display a list of songs The radio system displays the Artists, Albums, or Song Titles, that have been added to that number of available items in each press and hold the softkey under favorite playlist. Select a song from individual category as shown on the the FWD or REV tab. the list to begin playback of that sample display. For example, the To jump to the beginning, middle, song and to put the HDD into the sample display shows there is or last section of the list: Playlist mode. See Saving HDD “ content on the hard drive from Favorites later in this section for . Press the first softkey under the ” five individual artists. display to go to the beginning more information. section of the list. . Press the second softkey under the display to go to the middle section of the list. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Select the HDD Menu category to AudioBook Saving HDD Favorites display the available items in each The radio is able to play back Press the FAV button to change individual category, then select an AudioBook content downloaded between favorite modes during HDD item from one of these submenus to from www.audible.com. This content playback. The following favorite display a list of songs related to that can be transferred into the HDD by modes are supported: menu item. Select a song to begin either burning it to a CD or copying . Playlists playback of that song and to put the it to a USB storage device and then HDD in the playback mode. recording it to the HDD. . Artists Recently Saved The audible.com® playback requires . Albums Select this option from the HDD activation of the vehicle as a player . Genres Menu to display the last 50 songs for downloaded content. The radio added since the vehicle was last system activates the audible.com turned on. The songs are system when information is found categorized into songs recorded on either a CD inserted into the CD/ from CDs or USB devices. 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Favorites can be saved by pressing and holding the softkey under the Time Shifting — Pause and favorites selection. Store favorites according to the following table: Rewind Live FM/AM and SiriusXM (if equipped) Favorites Action on Press-and-Hold Display Mode The Radio with DVD Audio, HDD, and USB has the ability to rewind Adds the currently playing track to the playlist Playlist 60 minutes of FM/AM and SiriusXM selected. (if equipped) content. While listening Saves the artist associated with the currently to the radio, the content from the Artist playing track in the indicated favorites position. current station is always being buffered to the HDD. Saves the album associated with the currently Album playing track in the indicated favorites position. Press r / j (play/pause) to pause Saves the genre associated with the currently the radio. The radio display will Genre playing track in the indicated favorites position. show the Time Shift buffer status bar. The status bar shows the amount of content stored in the buffer and the current pause point. Deleting a Song from a Playlist Configuring HDD Favorites To resume playback from the Once a song has been added to a Press the CONFIG button to display j Playlist, to remove the song from the radio configuration options. current pause point, press r / the Playlist, select the song and Press the softkey under the HDD again. The radio will no longer be start playback. Press the DEL tab to display the available favorite playing “live” radio. Instead, time button to display the options to modes. Press the softkey under the shifted content is being played from delete the song from Playlist, HDD favorite tab to set the available the buffer. When the radio is playing or Delete Playlist, and select the favorite modes. Available favorite time shifted content from the buffer, softkey below Playlist. modes are highlighted. a buffer status bar shows below the station number on the left side of the screen. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Press and hold s REV or \ FWD Time shifting of AM/FM or SiriusXM Set up auxiliary devices while the to rewind or fast forward through the is not available while recording or vehicle is stopped. See Defensive while other sources of playback are Driving on page 9-3 for more time shift buffer. Hold \ FWD until selected. information on driver distraction. the end of the currently recorded buffer to resume “live” radio Pausing AM/FM or SiriusXM When a device is first connected to playback. With “live” radio playing, (if equipped) with the Vehicle the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack or the radio display will no longer show Turned Off the USB port (if equipped) the infotainment system automatically the buffer bar below the station If AM/FM or SiriusXM is paused switches to that device. If an number. before the vehicle is turned off, the auxiliary device has already been radio will continue to buffer the On AM/FM, press s REV or connected, press the AUX or CD/ current radio station for up to \ FWD multiple times to rewind or AUX button. fast forward. Each press will rewind one hour. If the vehicle is turned or fast forward 30 seconds of back on within one hour, the radio 3.5 mm Jack content. On SiriusXM, press will automatically resume playback from the pause point. Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to s REV or \ FWD multiple times the auxiliary input jack to use a to jump to the previous or next song portable audio player. or commercial. Auxiliary Devices Playback of an audio device that is When the radio station is changed, The 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input connected to the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) the buffer is cleared and jack and the USB port (if equipped) jack can only be controlled using automatically restarted for the in the center console, allow portable the controls on the device. current station. You cannot rewind devices to connect to the vehicle. the content from a previously tuned This is not an audio output; do not VOL/ O (Volume/Power): Turn station. plug headphones into the auxiliary clockwise or counterclockwise to input jack. increase or decrease the volume of the portable player. Use the portable device to make additional volume adjustments. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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CD or CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Connecting a USB Storage Device The iPod's battery charges while it Press to play a CD when a portable 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. the ignition is turned to ACC/ to start playing audio from the Some USB devices may not be ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. It can connected portable audio player. If a supported. also be left connected to the vehicle portable audio player is not after the vehicle is turned off. With connected, “No Aux Device” Playing an MP3/WMA from a USB the vehicle turned off, the iPod will displays. Storage Device automatically be powered off and See MP3 on page 7-23. will not charge or draw power from USB Port the vehicle's battery. Connecting an iPod The USB connector uses the USB A standard iPod USB cable, like standards, 1.1 and 2.0. To connect the iPod, connect one the one that came with the iPod, USB Supported Devices end of the special iPod connection cannot be used to connect an iPod cable to the iPod’s dock connector. to the vehicle. The special iPod . USB Flash Drives Connect the other end to both the connection cable that came . Portable USB Hard Drives USB port and the auxiliary input jack equipped with the vehicle or that in the center console. The USB port was made available from your . Fifth generation or later iPods* (if equipped) and the auxiliary input dealer must be used to command . First, Second, or Third jack are in the center console. If the and control an iPod. generation iPod nanos®* vehicle is on and the USB Use a standard 3.5 mm (1/8 in) ® connection works, a GM logo may . iPod classics * stereo cable to connect an older appear on the iPod. The iPod's iPod model that is not supported, *For proper operation, make sure music information will be shown on or if the special iPod connection the iPod has the latest firmware the radio’s display and the music ® cable is missing. Command and from Apple . The iPod firmware begins playing through the vehicle's control of the iPod using the can be updated using the latest audio system. iTunes® application. See infotainment control buttons and www.apple.com/itunes. knobs is not supported when only a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) stereo cable is used. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Commanding and Controlling Phone . Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. an iPod The system may not work with all cell phones. See “Pairing” in An iPod can be controlled by using Bluetooth this section for more information. the radio buttons and knobs; the song information shows on the For vehicles equipped with . If the cell phone has voice infotainment system's display. To Bluetooth capability, the system can dialing capability, learn to use connect and control the iPod using interact with many cell phones, that feature to access the the radio controls, use the special allowing: address book or contact list. See iPod connection cable that came as . Placement and receipt of calls in “Voice Pass-Thru” in this section standard equipment with the vehicle a hands-free mode. for more information. as part of the USB option. The . . See “Storing and Deleting Phone special iPod connection cable can Sharing of the cell phone’s address book or contact list with Numbers” in this section for also be purchased or made more information. available from your dealer. See your the vehicle. dealer for more information. To minimize driver distraction, { Warning Use the MENU/SELECT knob to before driving, and with the vehicle bring up the iPod Menu and select parked: When using a cell phone, it can Songs, Artists, Albums, Playlists, . Become familiar with the be distracting to look too long or and Audio Books to play from features of the cell phone. too often at the screen of the the iPod. Organize the phone book and phone or the infotainment contact lists clearly and delete (navigation) system. Taking your Disconnecting an iPod duplicate or rarely used entries. eyes off the road too long or too To properly dismount the iPod USB If possible, program speed dial often could cause a crash device before disconnecting from or other shortcuts. resulting in injury or death. Focus the vehicle, press the softkey under . Review the controls and your attention on driving. the EJECT tab on the infotainment operation of the infotainment display screen during iPod system. playback. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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® Vehicles with a Bluetooth system When to Speak: A short tone b / g (Push To Talk): Press to can use a Bluetooth-capable cell sounds after the system responds answer incoming calls, confirm phone with a Hands-Free Profile to indicating when it is waiting for a system information, and start make and receive phone calls. The voice command. Wait until the tone speech recognition. system can be used while the and then speak. ignition is in the ON/RUN or ACC/ c / ª (Phone On Hook): Press How to Speak: Speak clearly in a to end a call, reject a call, or cancel ACCESSORY position. The range of calm and natural voice. the Bluetooth system can be up to an operation. 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all phones support Audio System For vehicles without a navigation all functions, and not all phones When using the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, the system responds with work with the Bluetooth system. See system, sound comes through the “Ready” followed by a tone. www.gm.com/bluetooth for more vehicle's front audio system For vehicles with a navigation information on compatible phones. speakers and over-rides the audio system, the system responds with a Voice Recognition system. Use the audio system tone. After the tone, say “Hands volume knob, during a call, to Free.” The system responds with The Bluetooth system uses voice change the volume level. The “Ready” followed by a tone. recognition to interpret voice adjusted volume level remains in commands to dial phone numbers memory for later calls. To prevent Pairing and name tags. missed calls, a minimum volume A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone For additional information say “Help” level is used if the volume is turned must be paired to the in-vehicle while you are in a voice down too low. Bluetooth system and then recognition menu. connected to the vehicle before it Bluetooth Controls Noise: Keep interior noise levels to can be used. See the cell phone a minimum. The system may not Use the buttons on the steering manufacturer's user guide for recognize voice commands if there wheel to operate the in-vehicle Bluetooth functions before pairing is too much background noise. Bluetooth system. See Steering the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone Wheel Controls on page 5-3 for is not connected, calls will be made more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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using OnStar Hands-Free Calling, different paired phone, see entered, the system prompts you if available. See OnStar Overview “Connecting to a Different to provide a name for the paired on page 14-1 for more information. Phone” later in this section. cell phone. This name will be Pairing Information: used to indicate which phones Pairing a Phone are paired and connected to the . A Bluetooth phone with MP3 1. Press and hold b / g for vehicle. The system responds capability cannot be paired to two seconds. For vehicles with a with “ has been the vehicle as a phone and an navigation system say “Hands successfully paired” after the MP3 player at the same time. Free” after the tone. pairing process is complete. . Up to five cell phones can be 2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair paired to the Bluetooth system. can be skipped. additional phones. . The pairing process is disabled 3. Say “Pair.” The system responds Listing All Paired and Connected when the vehicle is moving. with instructions and a four-digit Phones . Pairing only needs to be Personal Identification Number 1. Press and hold / for completed once, unless the (PIN). The PIN will be used in b g pairing information on the cell Step 5. two seconds. For vehicles with a phone changes or the cell phone navigation system say “Hands 4. Start the pairing process on the Free” after the tone. is deleted from the system. cell phone that you want to pair. 2. Say Bluetooth. . Only one paired cell phone can For help with this process, see “ ” be connected to the Bluetooth your cell phone manufacturer's 3. Say “List.” system at a time. user guide. Deleting a Paired Phone . If multiple paired cell phones are 5. Locate the device named “Your within range of the system, the Vehicle” in the list on the cell 1. Press and hold b / g for system connects to the first phone. Follow the instructions two seconds. For vehicles with a available paired cell phone in the on the cell phone to enter the navigation system say “Hands order that they were first paired PIN that was provided in Step 3. Free” after the tone. to the system. To link to a After the PIN is successfully Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “Change phone.” Delete: This command is used to delete individual name tags. 3. Say “Delete.” The system asks . If another phone is found, which phone to delete. the response will be Delete All Name Tags: This 4. Say the name of the phone you “ is now command deletes all stored name want to delete. connected.” tags in the Hands-Free Calling . Directory and the OnStar If the phone name to delete is If another phone is not found, the original phone Turn-by-Turn Destinations Directory. unknown, see “Listing All Paired remains connected. and Connected Phones.” Using the “Store” Command Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone 1. Press and hold b / g for Numbers two seconds. For vehicles with a To connect to a different cell phone, navigation system say “Hands the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to Free” after the tone. next available cell phone in the 30 phone numbers as name tags in order in which all available cell the Hands-Free Directory that is 2. Say “Store.” shared between the Bluetooth and phones were paired. Depending on 3. Say the phone number or group OnStar systems. which cell phone you want to of numbers you want to store all connect to, you may have to use The following commands are used at once with no pauses, then this command several times. to delete and store phone numbers. follow the directions given by the 1. Press and hold b / g for Store: This command will store a system to save a name tag for two seconds. For vehicles with a phone number, or a group of this number. navigation system say “Hands numbers as a name tag. Using the “Digit Store” Command Free” after the tone. Digit Store: This command allows If an unwanted number is 2. Say “Bluetooth.” a phone number to be stored as a recognized by the system, say name tag by entering the digits one “Clear” at any time to clear the last at a time. number. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To hear all of the numbers Using the “Delete All Name Tags” Making a Call recognized by the system, say Command Calls can be made using the Verify at any time. “ ” This command deletes all stored following commands. name tags in the Hands-Free 1. Press and hold b / g for Dial or Call: The dial or call Calling Directory and the OnStar two seconds. For vehicles with a command can be used Turn-by-Turn Destinations Directory. navigation system say “Hands interchangeably to dial a phone Free” after the tone. To delete all name tags: number or a stored name tag. 2. Say “Digit Store.” 1. Press and hold b / g for Digit Dial: This command allows a 3. Say each digit, one at a time, two seconds. For vehicles with a phone number to be dialed by that you want to store. After navigation system say “Hands entering the digits one at a time. each digit is entered, the system Free” after the tone. Re-dial: This command is used to repeats back the digit it heard 2. Say “Delete all name tags.” dial the last number used on the cell followed by a tone. After the last phone. digit has been entered, say Listing Stored Numbers Store, and then follow the Using the “Dial” or “Call” “ ” The list command will list all stored directions given by the system to Command numbers and name tags. save a name tag for this number. 1. Press and hold b / g for Using the “List” Command Using the “Delete” Command two seconds. For vehicles with a 1. Press and hold / for navigation system say “Hands 1. Press and hold / for b g b g two seconds. For vehicles with a Free” after the tone. two seconds. For vehicles with a navigation system say “Hands 2. Say Dial or Call. navigation system say “Hands “ ” “ ” Free” after the tone. Free” after the tone. 3. Say the entire number without 2. Say “Directory.” pausing or say the name tag. 2. Say “Delete.” 3. Say Hands-Free Calling. 3. Say the name tag you want to “ ” delete. 4. Say “List.” Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Calling 911 Emergency To hear all of the numbers 2. After the tone, say “Re-dial.” The recognized by the system, say system dials the last number 1. Press and hold / for b g “Verify” at any time. called from the connected cell two seconds. For vehicles with a phone. navigation system say “Hands 1. Press and hold b / g for Free” after the tone. two seconds. For vehicles with a Once connected, the person called navigation system say Hands will be heard through the audio 2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” “ Free” after the tone. speakers. 3. Say “911.” 2. Say “Digit Dial.” Receiving a Call Once connected, the person called When an incoming call is received, will be heard through the audio 3. Say each digit, one at a time, the audio system mutes and a ring speakers. that you want to dial. After each digit is entered, the system tone is heard in the vehicle. Using the “Digit Dial” Command repeats back the digit it heard . Press b / g to answer the call. The digit dial command allows a followed by a tone. After the phone number to be dialed by last digit has been entered, . Press c / ª to ignore a call. entering the digits one at a time. say “Dial.” After each digit is entered, the Once connected, the person called Call Waiting system repeats back the digit it will be heard through the audio Call waiting must be supported on heard followed by a tone. speakers. the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. If an unwanted number is Using the “Re-dial” Command recognized by the system, say . Press / to answer an 1. Press and hold / for b g “Clear” at any time to clear the last b g incoming call when another call two seconds. For vehicles with a number. is active. The original call is navigation system say Hands “ placed on hold. Free” after the tone. . Press b / g again to return to the original call. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-41

. To ignore the incoming call, no Muting a Call Transferring Audio from the action is required. Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone During a call, all sounds from inside . Press c / ª to disconnect the the vehicle can be muted so that the To transfer a call with the audio in current call and switch to the call person on the other end of the call the vehicle: on hold. cannot hear them. 1. Press b / g. Three-Way Calling To mute a call, press / and b g 2. Say “Transfer Call.” Three-Way Calling must be then say “Mute Call.” Transferring Audio to the supported on the cell phone and To cancel mute, press b / g and Bluetooth System from a Cell enabled by the wireless service then say “Un-mute Call.” Phone carrier to work. Transferring a Call During a call with the audio on the 1. While on a call press b / g. Audio can be transferred between cell phone, press b / g for 2. Say “Three-way call.” the in-vehicle Bluetooth system and two seconds. For vehicles with a 3. Use the dial or call command to the cell phone. navigation system say “Hands Free” after the tone. The audio transfers dial the number of the third party The cell phone must be paired and to call. to the vehicle. If the audio does not connected with the Bluetooth transfer to the vehicle, use the audio 4. Once the call is connected, system before a call can be transfer feature on the cell phone. press b / g to link all callers transferred. The connection process See your cell phone manufacturer's together. can take up to two minutes after the user guide for more information. ignition is turned to ON/RUN. Ending a Call Press c / ª to end a call. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-42 Infotainment System

Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System Voice Pass-Thru allows access to (DTMF) Tones Unless information is deleted out of the voice recognition commands on The Bluetooth system can send the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it the cell phone. See the cell phone numbers and the numbers stored as will be retained indefinitely. This manufacturer's user guide to see if name tags during a call. You can includes all saved name tags in the the cell phone supports this feature. use this feature when calling a phone book and phone pairing This feature can be used to verbally menu-driven phone system. information. For information on how access contacts stored in the cell Account numbers can also be to delete this information, see the phone. stored for use. previous sections on “Deleting a Paired Phone and Storing and To send a number or name tag ” “ 1. Press and hold b / g for Deleting Phone Numbers.” two seconds. For vehicles with a during a call: navigation system say Hands Other Information “ 1. Press b / g. For vehicles with a Free after the tone. ® ” navigation system say Hands The Bluetooth word mark and “ ® 2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command Free” after the tone. logos are owned by the Bluetooth can be skipped. SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks 2. Say “Dial.” by General Motors is under license. 3. Say Voice. The system “ ” 3. Say the number or name tag Other trademarks and trade names responds with OK, accessing “ to send. are those of their respective owners. .” See Radio Frequency Statement on . The cell phone's normal page 13-15. prompt messages will go through their cycle according to the phone's operating instructions. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-43

Trademarks and Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its License Agreements compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless preformance. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod double-D symbol are trademarks of nano, and iPod touch are Dolby Laboratories. trademarks of Apple Inc., registered Manufactured under license under in the U.S. and other countries. U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 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 Music and video recognition accessory has been designed to technology and related data ® connect specifically to iPod or are provided by Gracenote . iPhone, respectively, and has been Gracenote is the industry standard certified by the developer to meet in music recognition technology Apple performance standards. and related content delivery. For more information, visit www.gracenote.com. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

7-44 Infotainment System

CD and music data from Gracenote, Gracenote® End User License YOU AGREE NOT TO USE OR Inc., copyright © 2000 to present This application or device contains EXPLOIT GRACENOTE DATA, THE Gracenote. One or more patents software from Gracenote, Inc. of GRACENOTE SOFTWARE, OR owned by Gracenote apply to this GRACENOTE SERVERS, EXCEPT Emeryville, California (“Gracenote”). product and service. See the The software from Gracenote (the AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED Gracenote website for a HEREIN. You agree that your “Gracenote Software”) enables this non-exhaustive list of applicable application to perform disc and/or non-exclusive license to use the Gracenote patents. Gracenote and file identification and obtain Gracenote Data, the Gracenote CDDB, MusicID, Media VOCS, the music-related information, including Software, and Gracenote Servers Gracenote logo and logotype, and name, artist, track, and title will terminate if you violate these the Powered by Gracenote logo restrictions. If your license “ ” information (“Gracenote Data”) from are either registered trademarks or online servers or embedded terminates, you agree to cease any trademarks of Gracenote in the and all use of the Gracenote Data, databases (collectively, “Gracenote United States and/or other the Gracenote Software, and Servers”) and to perform other countries. functions. You may use Gracenote Gracenote Servers. If you require more information Data only by means of the intended Gracenote reserves all rights in regarding the use of the Gracenote End-User functions of this Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Service, visit: www.gracenote.com/ application or device. You agree that Software, and the Gracenote corporate. you will use Gracenote Data, the Servers, including all ownership For the data provided by Gracenote Software, and Gracenote rights. Gracenote® Music Recognition Servers for your own personal Under no circumstances will Service, the content is not non-commercial use only. You agree Gracenote become liable for any necessarily guaranteed 100%. not to assign, copy, transfer or payment to you for any information transmit the Gracenote Software or Regarding the use of Gracenote that you provide. You agree that any Gracenote Data to any third Gracenote, Inc. may enforce its Music Recognition Service, when party. this product is used, it is necessary rights under this Agreement against to agree to the following articles. you directly in its own name. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Infotainment System 7-45

The Gracenote service uses a Gracenote reserves the right to Gracenote disclaims all warranties unique identifier to track queries for delete data from the Gracenote express or implied, including, but statistical purposes. Servers or to change data not limited to, implied warranties of The purpose of a randomly categories for any cause that merchantability, fitness for a assigned numeric identifier is to Gracenote deems sufficient. particular purpose, title, and allow the Gracenote service to No warranty is made that the non-infringement. Gracenote does count queries without knowing Gracenote Software or Gracenote not warrant the results that will be anything about who you are. For Servers are error-free or that obtained by your use of the more information, see the web page functioning of Gracenote Software Gracenote software or any for the Gracenote Privacy Policy for or Gracenote Servers will be Gracenote server. In no case will the Gracenote service. uninterrupted. Gracenote be liable for any consequential or incidental The Gracenote Software and each Gracenote is not obligated to damages or for any lost profits or item of Gracenote Data are licensed provide you with new enhanced or lost revenues. to you “AS IS.” Gracenote makes no additional data types or categories representations or warranties, that Gracenote may provide in the express or implied, regarding the future and is free to discontinue its accuracy of any Gracenote Data services at any time. from in the Gracenote Servers. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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. Driver and Passenger Displays 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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 to the windshield and outboard increase. filter might need to be replaced. For outlets. # (Air Conditioning): Press to more 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

8-4 Climate Controls

Recirculation is not available in the The rear window defogger stays on defrost mode and automatically for about 15 minutes, before turning Caution (Continued) turns off 10 minutes after defog is off if the vehicle is moving at a selected. This helps to limit window slower speed. At higher speeds, the radio's ability to pick up stations fogging in the vehicle. rear window defogger may stay on clearly. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Using recirculation for long periods continuously. With each additional of time could cause the air inside press, the defogger runs for about the vehicle to become too dry or 10 minutes. The defogger can also z / { (Heated and Ventilated stuffy. To prevent this from be turned off by turning off the Seats, If Equipped): Press to heat happening, after the air in the engine. or ventilate the seat. See Heated vehicle has cooled, select outside The heated outside rearview mirrors and Ventilated Front Seats on air or press the auto button. turn on when the rear window page 3-9. F (Outside Air): Press to turn defogger button is on and helps to Remote Start Climate Control on the outside air. An indicator light clear fog or frost from the surface of Operation: If equipped with remote turns on. The outside air mode pulls the mirrors. See Heated Mirrors on vehicle start, the climate control fresh air from outside the vehicle. page 2-27. system automatically heats and Outside air is always selected in cools the vehicle based on the defrost mode to prevent fogging. { Caution temperature inside and outside of the vehicle. The climate control Rear Window Defogger Do not try to clear frost or other displays will be blank. See Remote The rear window defogger uses a material from the inside of the Vehicle Start on page 2-11. warming grid to remove fog or frost front windshield and rear window In cold weather the windshield from the rear window. It only works with a razor blade or anything defroster and/or rear window when the ignition is in ON/RUN. else that is sharp. This may defogger automatically turn on. damage the rear window If the vehicle has heated seats, they = (Rear Window Defogger): defogger grid and affect the Press to turn the rear window will also turn on. defogger on or off. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Climate Controls 8-5

When the ignition is turned to ON/ Air Quality Sensor RUN, the climate control system For vehicles with an air quality returns to the settings used before sensor, the climate control system the vehicle was last turned off. The adjusts to limit some exhaust fumes heated seats will turn off, from being pulled inside your if equipped. vehicle. Sensors Press the AUTO button on the climate control to activate the air The interior temperature sensor, on quality sensor. The recirculation the instrument panel to the right of indicator light comes on when poor the steering wheel, measures the quality air is detected. The air temperature of the air inside the quality sensor will not maintain vehicle. recirculation for an extended period to prevent the air inside the vehicle The climate control system uses the from becoming too dry or stuffy. information from these sensors to adjust the fan speed and the air Under certain conditions, the air The solar sensor on the instrument delivery, in order to maintain the quality sensor will not activate, such panel, near the windshield, monitors selected temperature. The system as during cold weather or with the solar heat. may also supply cooler air to the extreme odors. Press M to side of the vehicle facing the sun. activate recirculation. The recirculation mode will also be activated, as necessary. The air quality sensor system does not protect against carbon monoxide Do not cover the sensors or the (CO), which you cannot see or automatic climate control system will smell. See Engine Exhaust on not work properly. page 9-25. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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 11-4. 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 adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Climate Controls 8-7

2. Turn on the windshield wipers 5. Pull out on the two tabs on each and turn the ignition off again end of the filter cover. when the wipers are straight up 6. Lift the filter cover off by pulling on the windshield. it straight up. This allows access to the leaf 7. Remove the old filter and insert screen. The passenger a new one. compartment air filter is under the screen. See Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11-15 for the 3. Open the hood to access the correct part number for the filter. engine compartment. See Hood on page 10-5. 8. Reverse Steps 1–6 to reinstall the cover. 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. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

8-8 Climate Controls

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Driving and Operating 9-1

Starting and Operating Manual Transmission Driving and New Vehicle Break-In ...... 9-15 Manual Transmission ...... 9-31 Operating Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) ...... 9-15 Drive Systems Ignition Positions (Key All-Wheel Drive ...... 9-33 Driving Information Access) ...... 9-17 Brakes Distracted Driving ...... 9-2 Starting the Engine ...... 9-20 Antilock Brake Defensive Driving ...... 9-3 Retained Accessory System (ABS) ...... 9-33 Drunk Driving ...... 9-3 Power (RAP) ...... 9-22 Parking Brake (Manual) ...... 9-34 Control of a Vehicle ...... 9-3 Engine Coolant Heater ...... 9-22 Parking Brake (Electric) ...... 9-35 Braking ...... 9-3 Shifting Into Park ...... 9-23 Brake Assist ...... 9-37 Steering ...... 9-4 Shifting out of Park ...... 9-24 Off-Road Recovery ...... 9-5 Parking (Manual Ride Control Systems Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Transmission) ...... 9-25 Traction Control/Electronic Track Events and Competitive Parking over Things Stability Control ...... 9-38 Driving ...... 9-6 That Burn ...... 9-25 Competitive Driving Mode . . . 9-39 Driving on Wet Roads ...... 9-6 Magnetic Ride Control ...... 9-40 Engine Exhaust Limited-Slip Rear ...... 9-40 Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-7 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-25 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-8 Running the Vehicle While Cruise Control Winter Driving ...... 9-8 Parked ...... 9-26 Cruise Control ...... 9-41 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 9-10 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 9-11 Automatic Transmission Driver Assistance Systems Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-26 Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 9-43 Manual Mode ...... 9-28 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...... 9-44 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...... 9-46 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

9-2 Driving and Operating

Fuel Driving Information . Designate a front seat Fuel ...... 9-49 passenger to handle potential distractions. Specifications ...... 9-50 Distracted Driving California Fuel . Become familiar with vehicle Requirements ...... 9-50 Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-50 and can take your focus from the programming favorite radio Fuel Additives ...... 9-50 task of driving. Exercise good stations and adjusting climate Filling the Tank ...... 9-51 judgment and do not let other control and seat settings. Filling a Portable Fuel activities divert your attention away Program all trip information into Container ...... 9-52 from the road. Many local any navigation device prior to Trailer Towing governments have enacted laws driving. regarding driver distraction. Become General Towing . Wait until the vehicle is parked familiar with the local laws in Information ...... 9-53 to retrieve items that have fallen your area. Driving Characteristics and to the floor. To avoid distracted driving, always Towing Tips ...... 9-53 . Stop or park the vehicle to tend keep your eyes on the road, hands Trailer Towing (CTS-V and to children. Coupe) ...... 9-56 on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Keep pets in an appropriate Trailer Towing (Except CTS-V . Do not use a phone in carrier or restraint. and Coupe) ...... 9-56 demanding driving situations. Towing Equipment ...... 9-58 Use a hands-free method to . Avoid stressful conversations Conversions and Add-Ons place or receive necessary while driving, whether with a Add-On Electrical phone calls. passenger or on a cell phone. Equipment ...... 9-59 . Watch the road. Do not read, take notes, or look up information on phones or other electronic devices. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Driving and Operating 9-3

. Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle { Warning between you and the driver in front of you. Braking, steering, and accelerating Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to . Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving. crash resulting in injury or death. Drunk Driving Focus your attention on driving. Braking Death and injury associated with Braking action involves perception drinking and driving is a global Refer to the infotainment section for time and reaction time. Deciding to tragedy. more information on using that push the brake pedal is perception system and the navigation system, time. Actually doing it is if equipped, including pairing and { Warning reaction time. using a cell phone. Drinking and then driving is very Average driver reaction time is Defensive Driving dangerous. Your reflexes, about three-quarters of a second. In perceptions, attentiveness, and that time, a vehicle moving at Defensive driving means “always judgment can be affected by even 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m expect the unexpected.” The first a small amount of alcohol. You (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency. step in driving defensively is to wear can have a serious — or even the safety belt. See Safety Belts on fatal — collision if you drive after Helpful braking tips to keep in mind page 3-12. drinking. include: . Assume that other road users Do not drink and drive or ride with . Keep enough distance between (pedestrians, bicyclists, and a driver who has been drinking. you and the vehicle in front other drivers) are going to be Ride home in a cab; or if you are of you. careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do with a group, designate a driver . Avoid needless heavy braking. who will not drink. and be ready. . Keep pace with traffic. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

9-4 Driving and Operating

If the engine ever stops while the If power steering assist is lost Curve Tips vehicle is being driven, brake because the engine stops or . Take curves at a reasonable normally but do not pump the because of a system malfunction, speed. brakes. Doing so could make the the vehicle can be steered but may pedal harder to push down. If the require increased effort. See your . Reduce speed before entering a engine stops, there will be some dealer if there is a problem. curve. power brake assist but it will be . Maintain a reasonable steady used when the brake is applied. { Caution speed through the curve. Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the If the steering wheel is turned . Wait until the vehicle is out of brake pedal will be harder to push. until it reaches the end of its the curve before accelerating travel, and is held in that position gently into the straightaway. Steering for more than 15 seconds, Steering in Emergencies damage may occur to the power Hydraulic Power Steering . steering system and there may be There are some situations when steering around a problem may This vehicle has hydraulic power loss of power steering assist. steering. It may require be more effective than braking. maintenance. See Power Steering . Holding both sides of the Fluid on page 10-25. steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand. . Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows steering while braking. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Driving and Operating 9-5

Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow straight down the roadway. these suggestions: . Ease your foot off the Loss of Control accelerator pedal and steer the Skidding way you want the vehicle to go. The vehicle may straighten out. There are three types of skids that Be ready for a second skid if it correspond to the vehicle's three occurs. control systems: . Slow down and adjust your . Braking Skid — wheels are not driving according to weather rolling. conditions. Stopping distance . Steering or Cornering Skid — can be longer and vehicle too much speed or steering in a control can be affected when curve causes tires to slip and traction is reduced by water, The vehicle's right wheels can drop lose cornering force. snow, ice, gravel, or other off the edge of a road onto the material on the road. Learn to shoulder while driving. Follow . Acceleration Skid — too much recognize warning clues — such these tips: throttle causes the driving as enough water, ice, or packed wheels to spin. snow on the road to make a 1. Ease off the accelerator and mirrored surface and slow then, if there is nothing in the Defensive drivers avoid most skids — down when you have any doubt. way, steer the vehicle so that it by taking reasonable care suited to straddles the edge of the existing conditions, and by not . Try to avoid sudden steering, pavement. overdriving those conditions. But acceleration, or braking, skids are always possible. including reducing vehicle speed 2. Turn the steering wheel about by shifting to a lower gear. Any one-eighth of a turn, until the sudden changes could cause right front tire contacts the the tires to slide. pavement edge. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

9-6 Driving and Operating

Remember: Antilock brakes help the brake fluid service avoid only the braking skid. { Caution recommendations outlined by the fluid manufacturer. Do not use Track Events and During a first time track or silicone or DOT-5 brake fluids. racing event, high rear axle Competitive Driving temperatures can occur. Damage HF Only: Be sure to check the oil level often during Track events and competitive could be caused to the rear axle racing, track testing or other driving may affect the vehicle and would not be covered by the competitive driving and keep the warranty. See the warranty manual vehicle warranty. level at or near 0.5 L (0.5 qt) above before using the vehicle for Do not drive as long or as fast the the upper mark that shows the competitive driving. first time the vehicle is driven on proper operating range on the the track or raced. engine oil dipstick. For racing, track { Caution testing or other competitive driving an engine oil cooler must be CTS-V Only: Be sure to check the If the vehicle is used for track installed. events and competitive driving, oil level often during racing, track the engine may use more oil than testing or other competitive driving Driving on Wet Roads it would with normal use. Low oil and keep the level at or near the levels can damage the engine. upper mark that shows the proper Rain and wet roads can reduce Check the oil level often and at operating range on the engine oil vehicle traction and affect your the proper level. See Engine Oil dipstick. ability to stop and accelerate. on page 10-10. For track testing and competitive Always drive slower in these types driving, it is recommended that the of driving conditions and avoid brake fluid be replaced with a high driving through large puddles and performance brake fluid that has a deep‐standing or flowing water. dry boiling point greater than 279°C (534°F). After conversion to the high performance brake fluid, follow Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Hydroplaning . Have good tires with proper { Warning tread depth. See Tires on Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water page 10-61. Wet brakes can cause crashes. can build up under the vehicle's . Turn off cruise control. They might not work as well in a tires so they actually ride on the quick stop and could cause water. This can happen if the road is pulling to one side. You could wet enough and you are going fast Highway Hypnosis lose control of the vehicle. enough. When the vehicle is Always be alert and pay attention to hydroplaning, it has little or no After driving through a large your surroundings while driving. contact with the road. If you become tired or sleepy, find a puddle of water or a car/vehicle safe place to park the vehicle wash, lightly apply the brake There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to and rest. pedal until the brakes work slow down when the road is wet. normally. Other driving tips include: Flowing or rushing water creates Other Rainy Weather Tips . Keep the vehicle well ventilated. strong forces. Driving through Besides slowing down, other wet . Keep the interior flowing water could cause the weather driving tips include: temperature cool. vehicle to be carried away. If this . Allow extra following distance. . Keep your eyes moving — scan happens, you and other vehicle the road ahead and to the sides. occupants could drown. Do not . Pass with caution. . ignore police warnings and be . Keep windshield wiping Check the rearview mirror and very cautious about trying to drive equipment in good shape. vehicle instruments often. through flowing water. . Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

9-8 Driving and Operating

Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving { Warning Driving on steep hills or through Driving on Snow or Ice mountains is different than driving Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for or with the ignition off is Drive carefully when there is snow driving in these conditions include: dangerous. This can cause or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. . Keep the vehicle serviced and in overheating of the brakes and loss of steering. Always have the Wet ice can occur at about 0°C good shape. (32°F) when freezing rain begins to engine running and the vehicle . fall, resulting in even less traction. Check all fluid levels and brakes, in gear. tires, cooling system, and Avoid driving on wet ice or in transmission. freezing rain until roads can be . Stay in your own lane. Do not treated with salt or sand. . Shift to a lower gear when going swing wide or cut across the down steep or long hills. Drive with caution, whatever the center of the road. Drive at condition. Accelerate gently so speeds that let you stay in your { Warning traction is not lost. Accelerating too own lane. quickly causes the wheels to spin Using the brakes to slow the . Be alert on top of hills; and makes the surface under the vehicle on a long downhill slope something could be in your lane tires slick, so there is even less can cause brake overheating, can (stalled car, accident). traction. reduce brake performance, and . Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. could result in a loss of braking. signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive Shift the transmission to a lower roads, long grades, passing or wheels will spin and polish the gear to let the engine assist the no-passing zones) and take surface under the tires even more. brakes on a steep downhill slope. appropriate action. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Driving and Operating 9-9

The Antilock Brake System (ABS) See Roadside Service on improves vehicle stability during page 13-5. To get help and keep Warning (Continued) hard stops on slippery roads, but everyone in the vehicle safe: . apply the brakes sooner than when Check again from time to . Turn on the hazard warning on dry pavement. time to be sure snow does flashers. not collect there. Allow greater following distance on . Tie a red cloth to an outside . Open a window about 5 cm any slippery road and watch for mirror. slippery spots. Icy patches can (2 in) on the side of the occur on otherwise clear roads in vehicle that is away from the shaded areas. The surface of a { Warning wind to bring in fresh air. curve or an overpass can remain icy . Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust when the surrounding roads are or under the instrument clear. Avoid sudden steering under the vehicle. This may panel. maneuvers and braking while cause exhaust gases to get . Adjust the climate control on ice. inside. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which system to a setting that See Antilock Brake System (ABS) cannot be seen or smelled. It can circulates the air inside the on page 9-33. cause unconsciousness and even vehicle and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Turn off cruise control on slippery death. surfaces. “Climate Control Systems” in If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: the Index. Blizzard Conditions . Clear away snow from around For more information about Being stuck in snow can be a the base of your vehicle, carbon monoxide, see Engine serious situation. Stay with the especially any that is blocking Exhaust on page 9-25. vehicle unless there is help nearby. the exhaust pipe. If possible, use Roadside Service. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To save fuel, run the engine for only If stuck too severely for the traction Rocking the Vehicle to Get short periods as needed to warm system to free the vehicle, turn the it Out the vehicle and then shut the engine traction system off and use the off and close the window most of rocking method. See Traction Turn the steering wheel left and the way to save heat. Repeat this Control/Electronic Stability Control right to clear the area around the until help arrives but only when you on page 9-38. front wheels. Turn off any traction feel really uncomfortable from the system. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a low cold. Moving about to keep warm { Warning also helps. forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. To prevent If the vehicle's tires spin at high If it takes some time for help to transmission wear, wait until the speed, they can explode, and you arrive, now and then when you run wheels stop spinning before shifting the engine, push the accelerator or others could be injured. The gears. Release the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs vehicle can overheat, causing an pedal while shifting, and press faster than the idle speed. This engine compartment fire or other lightly on the accelerator pedal keeps the battery charged to restart damage. Spin the wheels as little when the transmission is in gear. the vehicle and to signal for help as possible and avoid going Slowly spinning the wheels in the with the headlamps. Do this as little above 56 km/h (35 mph). forward and reverse directions as possible to save fuel. causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle. If that does not get If the Vehicle Is Stuck the vehicle out after a few tries, it Slowly and cautiously spin the might need to be towed out. If the wheels to free the vehicle when vehicle does need to be towed out, stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. see Towing the Vehicle on page 10-109. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Vehicle Load Limits pillar (B-pillar). With the driver Warning (Continued) door open, you will find the label It is very important to know how attached near the door lock much weight the vehicle can vehicle handles. This could cause loss of control and a post. The Tire and Loading carry. This weight is called the Information label shows the vehicle capacity weight and crash. Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle. number of occupant seating includes the weight of all positions (1), and the maximum occupants, cargo and all vehicle capacity weight (2) in nonfactory-installed options. Tire and Loading Information kilograms and pounds. Two labels on the vehicle show Label how much weight it may The Tire and Loading properly carry, the Tire and Information label also shows Loading Information label and the tire size of the original the Certification label. equipment tires (3) and the recommended cold tire inflation { Warning pressures (4). For more information on tires and inflation Do not load the vehicle any see Tires on page 10-61 and heavier than the Gross Tire Pressure on page 10-70. Vehicle Weight Rating There is also important loading (GVWR), or either the information on the Certification maximum front or rear Gross Label Example label. It tells you the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) This can cause systems to A vehicle-specific Tire and and the Gross Axle Weight break and change the way the Loading Information label is (Continued) attached to the vehicle's center Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Rating (GAWR) for the front and For example, if the "XXX" See Trailer Towing (CTS-V and rear axle. See “Certification amount equals 1400 lbs. and Coupe) on page 9-56 or Trailer Label” later in this section. there will be five 150 lb Towing (Except CTS-V and passengers in your vehicle, Coupe) on page 9-56 for Steps for Determining Correct “ the amount of available cargo important information on towing Load Limit – and luggage load capacity is a trailer, towing safety rules and 1. Locate the statement "The 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) trailering tips. combined weight of = 650 lbs.) occupants and cargo should 5. Determine the combined never exceed XXX kg or weight of luggage and cargo XXX lbs." on your vehicle s ’ being loaded on the vehicle. placard. That weight may not safely 2. Determine the combined exceed the available cargo weight of the driver and and luggage load capacity passengers that will be riding calculated in Step 4. in your vehicle. 6. If your vehicle will be towing 3. Subtract the combined a trailer, load from your trailer weight of the driver and will be transferred to your passengers from XXX kg or vehicle. Consult this manual Example 1 XXX lbs. to determine how this 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 4. The resulting figure equals reduces the available cargo Example 1 = 453 kg the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity of (1,000 lbs). your vehicle. and luggage load capacity. ” 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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3. Available Occupant and seating positions. The combined Cargo Weight = 317 kg weight of the driver, passengers, (700 lbs). and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification Label

Example 3 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg Example 2 (1,000 lbs). 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ Example 2 = 453 kg 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg Label Example (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). A vehicle-specific Certification 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 3. Available Cargo Weight = label is attached to either the 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg 0 kg (0 lbs). driver door edge or the lower (750 lbs). Refer to the vehicle's Tire and center pillar on the driver side of 3. Available Cargo Weight = Loading Information label for the vehicle. The label tells the 113 kg (250 lbs). specific information about the gross weight capacity of the vehicle's capacity weight and vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) fuel, and cargo. Never exceed cause loss of control and a . Never stack heavier the GVWR for the vehicle, or the crash. Overloading can also things, like suitcases, Gross Axle Weight Rating shorten the life of the vehicle. inside the vehicle so that (GAWR) for either the front or some of them are above rear axle. the tops of the seats. If the vehicle is carrying a heavy { Warning . Do not leave an load, it should be spread out. unsecured child restraint See “Steps for Determining Things inside the vehicle can in the vehicle. Correct Load Limit” earlier in this strike and injure people in a section. sudden stop or turn, or in a . Secure loose items in the crash. vehicle. . { Warning . Put things in the cargo Do not leave a seat folded down unless needed. Do not load the vehicle any area of the vehicle. In the heavier than the Gross cargo area, put them as Vehicle Weight Rating far forward as possible. (GVWR), or either the Try to spread the weight maximum front or rear Gross evenly. Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). (Continued) This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles. This could (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Starting and manual transmission, shift to the Ignition Positions next lower gear. This rule Operating applies at all times, not just (Keyless Access) during the break-in period. The ignition control knob can be New Vehicle Break-In . Do not participate in track turned to four different positions. Follow these recommended events, sport driving schools, To shift out of P (Park), the ignition guidelines during the first or similar activities during this must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ 2 414 km (1,500 miles) of driving break–in period. ACCESSORY and the regular brake this vehicle. Parts have a break-in . Check engine oil with every pedal must be applied. period and performance will be refueling and add if necessary. better in the long run. Oil and fuel consumption may be For the first 2 414 km (1,500 miles): higher than normal during the first 2 414 km (1,500 miles). . Avoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops. . To break in new tires, drive at moderate speeds and avoid . Do not exceed 4,000 hard cornering for the first engine rpm. 322 km (200 miles). New tires do . Avoid driving at any one not have maximum traction and constant speed, fast or slow. may tend to slip. . Avoid downshifting to brake or . New brake linings also need a slow the vehicle when the break–in period. Avoid making engine speed will exceed hard stops during the first Using a tool to force the ignition 4000 rpm. 322 km (200 miles). This is control knob from its cylinder could recommended every time brake . Do not let the engine labor. damage it. linings are replaced. Never lug the engine in high gear at low speeds. With a Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Make sure the Remote Keyless If the vehicle must be shut off in an Entry (RKE) transmitter is inside the emergency: { Warning vehicle when trying to turn the 1. Brake using a firm and steady ignition control knob. Turning off the vehicle while pressure. Do not pump the moving may cause loss of power 1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ brakes repeatedly. This may assist in the brake and steering OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, deplete power assist, requiring systems and disable the airbags. turn the ignition switch to LOCK/ increased brake pedal force. While driving, only shut the OFF to turn the engine off. Retained 2. Shift the vehicle to neutral. This vehicle off in an emergency. Accessory Power (RAP) will remain can be done while the vehicle is active. See Retained Accessory moving. After shifting to neutral, If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, Power (RAP) on page 9-22. firmly apply the brakes and steer and must be shut off while driving, The ignition control knob cannot be the vehicle to a safe location. switch the ignition to ACC/ removed from the vehicle. The RKE 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift ACCESSORY. transmitter must be inside the to P (Park) with an automatic 2 (ACC/ACCESSORY): This vehicle to start the engine. This transmission, or Neutral with a position allows you to use things position locks the ignition and shift manual transmission. Turn the like the radio and the windshield lever on automatic transmission ignition to LOCK/OFF. vehicles, and the ignition and wipers when the engine is off. This steering wheel on manual 4. Set the parking brake. See position will allow you to turn off the transmission vehicles. Parking Brake (Manual) on engine. page 9-34 or Parking Brake 3 (ON/RUN): This position is for Do not turn the engine off when the (Electric) on page 9-35. vehicle is moving. This will cause a driving. It is the position the ignition loss of power assist in the brake switch returns to after the engine and steering systems and disable starts, and the control knob is the airbags. released. This position can also be used for service and diagnostics, and to verify the proper operation of Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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the malfunction indicator lamp as Ignition Positions (Key may be required for emission { Caution inspection purposes. Access) Using a tool to force the key from If you need to shift the transmission its cylinder could cause damage out of P (Park), the ignition control or break the key. Use the correct knob has to be in ACC/ key and turn the key only with ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. your hand. Make sure the key is The battery could be drained if you all the way in. If it is and you have leave the ignition in the ACC/ a manual transmission vehicle, ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position turn the steering wheel left and with the engine off. You may not be right while you turn the key hard. able to start the vehicle if the battery If none of this works, then the is allowed to drain for an extended vehicle needs service. period of time. 4 (START): This position starts the 1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ engine. The ignition switch can be turned to OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, four different positions. turn the ignition switch to LOCK/ To shift out of P (Park), the ignition OFF to turn the engine off. Retained switch must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ Accessory Power (RAP) will remain ACCESSORY and the brake pedal active. See Retained Accessory must be applied. Power (RAP) on page 9-22 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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This is the only position in which the 2. Shift the vehicle to neutral. This If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, key can be removed. This position can be done while the vehicle is and must be shut off while driving, locks the ignition and shift lever on moving. After shifting to neutral, turn the ignition to ACC/ automatic transmission vehicles, firmly apply the brakes and steer ACCESSORY. and the ignition and steering wheel the vehicle to a safe location. 2 (ACC/ACCESSORY): This on manual transmission vehicles. 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift position lets you use things like the Do not turn the engine off when the to P (Park) with an automatic radio and the windshield wipers vehicle is moving. This will cause a transmission, or Neutral with a when the engine is off. This position loss of power assist in the brake manual transmission. Turn the allows you to turn off the engine. and steering systems and disable ignition to LOCK/OFF. 3 (ON/RUN): This position is for the airbags. 4. Set the parking brake. See driving. It is the position the ignition The ignition switch can bind in the Parking Brake (Manual) on switch returns to after the engine LOCK/OFF position with the wheels page 9-34 or Parking Brake starts, and the key is released. This turned off center. If this happens, (Electric) on page 9-35. position can also be used for move the steering wheel from right service and diagnostics, and to to left while turning the key to ACC/ { Warning verify the proper operation of the ACCESSORY. If this does not work, malfunction indicator lamp as may then the vehicle needs service. Turning off the vehicle while be required for emission inspection If the vehicle must be shut off in an moving may cause loss of power purposes. emergency: assist in the brake and steering To shift the transmission out of systems and disable the airbags. P (Park), the ignition key has to be 1. Brake using a firm and steady While driving, only shut the pressure. Do not pump the in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. vehicle off in an emergency. brakes repeatedly. This may deplete power assist, requiring increased brake pedal force. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The battery could be drained if the Key Lock Release The key lock release is always key is left in the ACC/ACCESSORY functional except in the case of an or ON/RUN position with the engine uncharged or low voltage (less than off. The vehicle might not start if the 9-volt) battery. If the vehicle has an battery is allowed to drain for an uncharged battery or a battery with extended period of time. low voltage, try charging or jump 4 (START): This position starts the starting the battery. See Jump engine. When the engine starts, Starting on page 10-105. release the key. The ignition switch If charging or jump starting the returns to ON/RUN for driving. battery does not work, locate the A warning tone will sound when the hole below the ignition lock. Insert a driver door is opened, the ignition is flat bladed tool or another key from in ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/ the key chain into the opening. OFF, and the key is in the ignition. When the lever can be felt, actuate Vehicles with an automatic the lever away from the driver, and transmission are equipped with an remove the key from the ignition. electronic key lock release system. The key lock release is designed to prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Starting the Engine knob to the START position. If the ignition control knob does not turn, { Caution Place the transmission in the try pushing the knob in and turning proper gear. again. When the engine begins Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicle is moving. If you do, you If equipped with the keyless access cranking, let go of the ignition could damage the transmission. system, the Remote Keyless Entry control knob, it will return to the ON/ (RKE) transmitter must be RUN position. Shift to P (Park) only when the vehicle is stopped. authenticated in order for the If the transmitter is not in the vehicle ignition control knob to turn. The or something is interfering with the transmitter can be authenticated transmitter, the Driver Information either by putting your foot on the Center (DIC) will display { Caution brake pedal or by pushing the ELECTRONIC KEY NOT ignition control knob in. DETECTED. See Driver Information If the steering wheel is turned Automatic Transmission Center (DIC) on page 5-27. until it reaches the end of its If the battery in the RKE transmitter travel, and is held in that position Move the shift lever to P (Park) or while starting the vehicle, damage N (Neutral). The engine will not start needs replacing, the DIC displays may occur to the hydraulic power in any other position. To restart the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE steering system and there may be engine when the vehicle is already KEY. The vehicle can still be driven. moving, use N (Neutral) only. See “Battery Replacement” under loss of power steering assist. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) If the vehicle has the Keyless System Operation (Keyless Access) Manual Transmission Access system, your foot must be on page 2-4 or Remote Keyless on the brake pedal to start the Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key The shift lever should be in neutral engine. To rotate the ignition control Access) on page 2-9. position and the parking brake knob, put your foot on the brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal pedal and turn the ignition control down to the floor and start the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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engine. The vehicle will not start if The vehicle has a When first starting the vehicle, the clutch pedal is not all the Computer-Controlled Cranking the engine idle speed will be way down. System. This feature assists in elevated to allow the catalytic starting the engine and protects converter, an emissions control Starting Procedure components. If the ignition key is device, to quickly reach 1. With your foot off the accelerator turned to the START position, operating temperature. After pedal, turn the ignition key to and then released when the approximately 20 seconds, the START. If the vehicle has the engine begins cranking, the engine will begin to transition to Keyless Access system, push engine will continue cranking for its normal, quieter idle speed, the ignition control knob in and a few seconds or until the which can vary depending on rotate the knob to the START vehicle starts. If the engine does the temperature. This is normal position. When the engine starts, not start and the key is held in operation. let go of the ignition. The idle START for many seconds, speed will go down as your cranking will be stopped after { Caution engine gets warm. Do not race 15 seconds to prevent cranking the engine immediately after motor damage. To prevent gear Cranking the engine for long starting it. Operate the engine damage, this system also periods of time, by returning the and transmission gently to allow prevents cranking if the engine ignition to the START position the oil to warm up and lubricate is already running. Engine immediately after cranking has all moving parts. cranking can be stopped by ended, can overheat and damage turning the ignition switch to the cranking motor, and drain the ACC/ACCESSORY or battery. Wait at least 15 seconds LOCK/OFF. between each try, to let the cranking motor cool down. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2. If the engine does not start after 10 minutes of operation, close all five to 10 seconds, especially in { Caution the doors and turn the key to ON/ very cold weather (below 0°F RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF. or −18°C), it could be flooded If you add electrical parts or with too much gasoline. Try accessories, you could change Engine Coolant Heater pushing the accelerator pedal all the way the engine operates. Any the way to the floor and holding resulting damage would not be If equipped, the engine coolant it there as you hold the key in covered by the vehicle warranty. heater can be used in cold weather START for up to a maximum of See Add-On Electrical Equipment conditions at or below −18°C (0°F) 15 seconds. Wait at least on page 9-59. for easier starting and better fuel 15 seconds between each try, to economy during engine warm-up. allow the cranking motor to cool Plug in the coolant heater at least down. When the engine starts, Retained Accessory four hours before starting the let go of the key and accelerator. Power (RAP) vehicle. An internal thermostat in If the vehicle starts briefly but the plug end of the cord may exist These vehicle accessories can be then stops again, do the same which will prevent engine coolant used for up to 10 minutes after the thing. This clears the extra heater operation at temperatures engine is turned off: gasoline from the engine. Do not above −18°C (0°F). race the engine immediately . Audio System To Use the Engine Coolant after starting it. Operate the . Power Windows Heater engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and . Sunroof (if equipped) 1. Turn off the engine. lubricates all moving parts. Power to the audio system will work 2. Open the hood and unwrap the up to 10 minutes or until the driver electrical cord. The cord is near door is opened. Power to the the driver side strut tower. windows or sunroof will work up to Remove the plastic cap to 10 minutes or until any door is access the plug. opened. For an additional Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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3. Plug it into a normal, grounded Shifting Into Park Leaving the Vehicle With the 110-volt AC outlet. Engine Running (Automatic Use this procedure to shift into P (Park): Transmission) { Warning 1. Hold the brake pedal down and { Warning Plugging the cord into an set the parking brake. ungrounded outlet could cause an See Parking Brake (Manual) on It can be dangerous to leave the electrical shock. Also, the wrong page 9-34 or Parking Brake vehicle with the engine running. kind of extension cord could (Electric) on page 9-35 for more It could overheat and catch fire. overheat and cause a fire. You information. could be seriously injured. Plug It is dangerous to get out of the the cord into a properly grounded 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) vehicle if the shift lever is not fully three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. by holding in the button on the in P (Park) with the parking brake shift lever and pushing the lever If the cord will not reach, use a firmly set. The vehicle can roll. all the way toward the front of heavy-duty three-prong extension the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle when the cord rated for at least 15 amps. engine is running. If you have left 3. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. the engine running, the vehicle 4. Before starting the engine, be 4. For vehicles with key access, can move suddenly. You or others sure to unplug and store the remove the key and take it with could be injured. To be sure the cord as it was before to keep it you. If you can leave the vehicle vehicle will not move, even when away from moving engine parts. with the ignition key in your you are on fairly level ground, If you do not, it could be hand, the vehicle is in P (Park). always set the parking brake and damaged. For vehicles with the Keyless move the shift lever to P (Park). Access system, take the RKE See Shifting Into Park on Contact your dealer for information transmitter with you. on how long to use the heater in page 9-23. If you are towing a your particular area. trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9-53. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If you have to leave the vehicle with Shifting out of Park To shift out of P (Park): the engine running, the vehicle must 1. Apply the brake pedal. be in P (Park) and the parking brake This vehicle is equipped with set. After shifting into P (Park), try to an electronic shift lock release 2. Release the parking brake. See move the shift lever out without first system. The shift lock release is Parking Brake (Manual) on pushing the button on the shift lever. designed to: page 9-34 or Parking Brake (Electric) on page 9-35. If you can, the shift lever was not . Prevent ignition key removal fully locked into P (Park). unless the shift lever is in 3. Press the shift lever button. P (Park) with the shift lever Lock (Automatic button fully released, for vehicles 4. Move the shift lever. Transmission) with key access. If unable to shift out of P (Park): Torque lock is when the weight of . Prevent movement of the shift 1. Fully release the shift lever the vehicle puts too much force lever out of P (Park), unless the button. on the parking pawl in the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ 2. While holding down the brake transmission. This happens when ACCESSORY and the brake pedal, press the shift lever parking on a hill and shifting the pedal is applied. button again. transmission into P (Park) is not The shift lock release is always 3. Move the shift lever. done properly and then it is difficult functional except in the case of an to shift out of P (Park). To prevent uncharged or low voltage (less than If the shift lever will not move from torque lock, set the parking brake 9 volt) battery. P (Park), consult your dealer or a and then shift into P (Park). To find professional towing service. out how, see "Shifting Into Park" If the vehicle has an uncharged listed previously. battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the If torque lock does occur, the battery. See Jump Starting on vehicle may need to be pushed page 10-105 for more information. uphill by another vehicle to relieve the parking pawl pressure, so you can shift out of P (Park). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Parking (Manual Parking over Things Engine Exhaust Transmission) That Burn Before getting out of the vehicle, { Warning place the shift lever in R (Reverse) { Warning and firmly apply the parking brake. Engine exhaust contains carbon Things that can burn could touch monoxide (CO) which cannot be For vehicles with the key access hot exhaust parts under the seen or smelled. Exposure to CO ignition, turn the ignition key to OFF/ vehicle and ignite. Do not park can cause unconsciousness and LOCK, and remove the key. See over papers, leaves, dry grass, even death. Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) or other things that can burn. on page 9-15 or Ignition Positions Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: (Key Access) on page 9-17. . The vehicle idles in areas For vehicles with the Keyless with poor ventilation (parking Access ignition, turn the ignition to garages, tunnels, deep snow LOCK/OFF and remove the Remote that may block underbody Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. airflow or tail pipes). If towing a trailer, see Driving . The exhaust smells or Characteristics and Towing Tips on sounds strange or different. page 9-53. . The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage. . The vehicle exhaust system has been modified, damaged, or improperly repaired. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Running the Vehicle Warning (Continued) Automatic While Parked Transmission . There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket modifications that are not If the vehicle is left with the engine completely sealed. running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move. If unusual fumes are detected or See Shifting Into Park on page 9-23 if it is suspected that exhaust is and Engine Exhaust on page 9-25. coming into the vehicle: If the vehicle has a manual . Drive it only with the windows transmission, see Parking (Manual completely down. Transmission) on page 9-25. . Have the vehicle repaired If parking on a hill and pulling a immediately. trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9-53. Never park the vehicle with the There are several different positions engine running in an enclosed for the shift lever. area such as a garage or a P (Park): This position locks the building that has no fresh air rear wheels. Use this position when ventilation. starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Make sure the shift lever is fully in R (Reverse): Use this gear to { Warning P (Park) before starting the engine. back up. The vehicle has an electronic shift At low vehicle speeds, R (Reverse) It is dangerous to get out of the lock release system. Fully apply the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully can be used to rock the vehicle regular brakes first and then press back and forth to get out of snow, in P (Park) with the parking brake the shift lever button before shifting firmly set. The vehicle can roll. ice, or sand without damaging your from P (Park) when the ignition is in transmission. See If the Vehicle Is Do not leave the vehicle when the ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out of Stuck on page 9-10. engine is running unless you P (Park), ease pressure on the shift N (Neutral): In this position, the have to. If you have left the lever and push the shift lever all the engine does not connect with the engine running, the vehicle can way into P (Park) as you maintain wheels. To restart when the vehicle move suddenly. You or others brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift is already moving, use N (Neutral) could be injured. To be sure the lever into another gear. See Shifting only. You can also use N (Neutral) vehicle will not move, even when out of Park on page 9-24. when the vehicle is being towed. you are on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and { Warning move the shift lever to P (Park). { Caution See Shifting Into Park on Shifting to R (Reverse) while the Shifting into a drive gear while the page 9-23. If you are pulling a vehicle is moving forward could engine is running at high speed is trailer, see Driving Characteristics damage the transmission. The dangerous. Unless your foot is and Towing Tips on page 9-53. repairs would not be covered by firmly on the brake pedal, the the vehicle warranty. Shift to vehicle could move very rapidly. R (Reverse) only after the vehicle You could lose control and hit is stopped. people or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Downshifting the transmission in { Caution slippery road conditions could result Caution (Continued) in skidding; see “Skidding” under Shifting out of P (Park) or Loss of Control on page 9-5 stuck, do not spin the tires. When N (Neutral) with the engine stopping on a hill, use the brakes running at high speed may When the CTS-V is in D (Drive), the to hold the vehicle in place. damage the transmission. The first forward gear automatic shift repairs would not be covered by after start will be from 1 (First) gear. the vehicle warranty. Be sure the Following starts will begin in Manual Mode 2 (Second) gear. When in M engine is not running at high (Manual Mode), the vehicle will start Driver Shift Control (DSC) or speed when shifting the vehicle. in 1 (First) gear every time. Tap Shift M (Manual Mode): This position D (Drive): This position is for allows the driver to select the range { Caution normal driving. It provides the best of gears appropriate for current fuel economy. If you need more Driving with the engine at a high driving conditions. See “Driver Shift power for passing, and you are: rpm without upshifting while using Control (DSC) or Tap Shift” later in . Going less than 55 km/h this section. Driver Shift Control (DSC), could (35 mph), push the accelerator damage the vehicle. Always upshift when necessary while pedal about halfway down. { Caution using DSC. . Going about 55 km/h (35 mph) or more, push the accelerator all Spinning the tires or holding the the way down. vehicle in one place on a hill Vehicles with DSC may either use using only the accelerator pedal the shift lever or the tap shift The transmission will shift down may damage the transmission. controls on back of the steering to a lower gear and have more The repair will not be covered by wheel to manually shift the power. the vehicle warranty. If you are automatic transmission. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To use the DSC feature using the 2. Tap the left control to downshift, shift lever: and the right control to upshift. 1. Move the shift lever to the right 3. To return to sport mode, hold the from D (Drive) to right upshift control briefly, M (Manual Mode). or hold the shift lever forward The vehicle will be in sport mode briefly, or return the shift lever to and will shift automatically if the D (Drive). shift lever is not moved forward With the shift lever in D (Drive), the or rearward. The transmission tap shift controls will activate a may remain in a gear longer temporary tap manual shift mode, than it would in the normal allowing the transmission to be driving mode based on braking, manually shifted. Automatic shifts throttle input, and vehicle lateral If equipped, the tap shift controls return after no manual shifts have acceleration. SPORT MODE will are on the back of the steering been done for seven to 10 second. be displayed in the DIC wheel. The tap shift controls can be The temporary tap mode can also momentarily. used in D (Drive), M (Manual Mode) be deactivated by holding the right with Sport Mode automatic shift upshift control briefly. 2. To go from sport mode to DSC, active, or M (Manual Mode) with move the shift lever forward to Manual Shifting Mode. upshift or rearward to downshift. To use the DSC feature using the 3. To exit DSC and enter sport Tap Shift controls: mode, hold the shift lever in the upshift/forward position briefly. 1. Move the shift lever to the right from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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While using the DSC feature, the While in the DSC mode, the CTS vehicle will have firmer, quicker automatic transmission will shifting. You can use this for sport automatically downshift when the driving or when climbing or vehicle comes to a stop. This will descending hills, to stay in gear allow for more power during longer, or to downshift for more acceleration. power or engine braking. The CTS-V automatic transmission The transmission will only allow you will not automatically downshift on to shift into gears appropriate for hard acceleration when in the 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, The tachometer display indicates shift to the next lower gear if the it is suggested to shift into second which gear the vehicle is in. The engine rpm is too high, nor to the gear. A higher gear allows the number indicates the requested next higher gear when the maximum vehicle to gain more traction on gear range when moving the shift engine rpm is reached. slippery surfaces. lever forward or rearward. If shifting is prevented for any CTS-V vehicles use tracer lights reason, the currently selected gear around the outside of the will flash multiple times, indicating tachometer as a performance that the transmission has not shifted upshift light. These tracers flash to gears. indicate when to shift to the next higher gear to avoid the engine speed limit. See Tachometer on page 5-13 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Manual Transmission Shift into 1 (First) when you are R (Reverse): To back up, press going less than 40 km/h (25 mph). down the clutch pedal, completely If equipped with a manual For CTS-V, shift into 1 (First) when stop the vehicle, and shift into transmission, the shift lever is on you are going less than 64 km/h R (Reverse). Let up on the clutch the center console between the (40 mph). After a complete stop, if it pedal slowly while pressing the front seats. is hard to shift into 1 (First), let up accelerator pedal. on the clutch pedal, then press it CTS-V The CTS-V transmission prevents back down and shift into 1 (First). easily shifting into R (Reverse) using 2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal normal shifting force while the and let up on the accelerator pedal, vehicle is moving at more than then shift into 2 (Second). Then, 5 km/h (3 mph), or when the ignition slowly let up on the clutch pedal is in LOCK/OFF. while accelerating. Shift Speeds (Manual 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and Transmission) 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 pedal and press the brake pedal. downshifting, you could lose Just before the vehicle stops, press control of the vehicle. You could the clutch pedal and the brake 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal injure yourself or others. Do not pedal, and shift to Neutral. and shift into 1 (First). Slowly let up shift down more than one gear at on the clutch pedal while pressing Neutral: Use this position when a time when downshifting. on the accelerator pedal. you start or idle your engine. Your shift lever is in Neutral when it is centered in the shift pattern, not in any gear. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Up-Shift Light CTS-V vehicles use tracer lights { Caution around the outside of the tachometer as a performance When downshifting, if more than up-shift light. These tracers flash to one gear is skipped, or the engine indicate when to shift to the next is racing when the clutch pedal is higher gear to avoid the engine released, the engine, clutch, speed limit. See Tachometer on driveshaft or transmission could page 5-13 for more information. be damaged. Vehicles with a manual transmission Skip Shift (CTS-V) have an up-shift light on the If the vehicle speed drops below instrument panel. This light shows Under light acceleration, the 32 km/h (20 mph), or if the engine is when to shift to the next higher gear transmission will only allow you to not running smoothly, downshift to for the best fuel economy. shift from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth). Shifts from 1 (First) to 2 (Second) or the next lower gear. You may have When this light comes on, you can to downshift two or more gears to 3 (Third) are not allowed. This helps shift to the next higher gear if improve fuel mileage. keep the engine running smoothly weather, road, and traffic conditions or for good performance. allow. For the best fuel economy, Under harder acceleration, Skip accelerate slowly and shift when the Shift is disabled, and all gears are light comes on. available. While you accelerate, it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator. Ignore the light when you downshift. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Drive Systems Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Vehicles with this feature always System (ABS) computer senses that the wheels are slowing down. If one of the send engine power to all four This vehicle has ABS, an advanced wheels is about to stop rolling, the wheels. It is fully automatic, and electronic braking system that helps computer will separately work the adjusts itself as needed for road prevent a braking skid. conditions. brakes at each wheel. When the vehicle begins to drive ABS can change the brake pressure When using a compact spare tire on away, ABS checks itself. to each wheel, as required, faster an AWD vehicle, the system A momentary motor or clicking noise than any driver could. This can help automatically detects the compact might be heard while this test is you steer around the obstacle while spare and disables AWD. To restore going on, and it might even be braking hard. AWD operation and prevent noticed that the brake pedal moves excessive wear on the system, a little. This is normal. As the brakes are applied, the replace the compact spare with a computer keeps receiving updates full-size tire as soon as possible. on wheel speed and controls See Compact Spare Tire on braking pressure accordingly. page 10-104.

If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page 5-23. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Remember: ABS does not change Parking Brake (Manual) 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, there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even with ABS. Using ABS Do not pump the brakes. Just hold To release the parking brake, pull the brake pedal down firmly and let the release lever to the left of the ABS work. You might hear the ABS steering wheel on the instrument pump or motor operating and feel The parking brake pedal is on the panel. the brake pedal pulsate, but this is lower portion of the instrument panel normal. to the left of the steering wheel. { Caution Braking in Emergencies To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down, then push the Driving with the parking brake on ABS allows you to steer and brake parking brake pedal down. at the same time. In many can overheat the brake system emergencies, steering can help If the ignition is on, the brake and cause premature wear or more than even the very best system warning light on the damage to brake system parts. braking. instrument cluster should come on. Make sure that the parking brake If it does not, you need to have the is fully released and the brake vehicle serviced. See Brake System warning light is off before driving. Warning Light on page 5-22 for more information. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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A warning chime will sound if the The EPB can always be activated, parking brake is set, the ignition is Warning (Continued) even if the ignition is off. To avoid on, and the vehicle begins to move. draining the battery, do not operate To stop the chime, fully release the accelerator pedal until you are the EPB too often without the parking brake. ready to release the parking engine running. brake and drive away. If you are towing a trailer and The system has two warning lights parking on a hill, see Driving and five Driver Information Center Characteristics and Towing Tips on (DIC) messages. See Brake System page 9-53 for more information. Warning Light on page 5-22 and Driver Information Center (DIC) on Parking Brake (Electric) page 5-27 for more information. In case of insufficient electrical power, { Warning the EPB cannot be applied or released. On vehicles with a manual EPB Apply transmission, releasing the clutch and pressing the accelerator will The EPB can be applied any time release the Electric Parking the vehicle is stopped. The EPB is Brake. If the vehicle is not in a applied by momentarily lifting up on the EPB switch. Once fully applied, gear, the vehicle could move, and Vehicles with the electric parking the BRAKE light will be on, and the you or others could be injured. brake (EPB) have a switch in the DIC message PARK BRAKE SET Make sure the vehicle is in a gear center console. will be displayed. While the brake is before attempting to drive away. The EPB takes the place of the being applied, the status light will To avoid unexpected vehicle flash until full apply is reached. movement, do not partially manual parking brake system, the foot pedal, and release handle. release the clutch or press the (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If the light does not come on, displayed. If this light is flashing If you attempt to release the EPB or remains flashing, you need to continuously, release the EPB, and without the brake pedal applied, a have the vehicle serviced. Do not attempt to apply it again. If this light chime will sound, and the DIC drive the vehicle if the BRAKE light continues to flash, do not drive the message STEP ON BRAKE TO is flashing. See your dealer. See vehicle. See your dealer. RELEASE PARK BRAKE will be Brake System Warning Light on If the yellow light is on, the EPB has displayed. The EPB is released page 5-22 for more information. detected an error in another system when the BRAKE light is off and the If the EPB is applied while the and is operating with reduced DIC message PARK BRAKE vehicle is in motion, a chime will functionality. To apply the EPB when RELEASED is displayed. sound, and the DIC message this light is on, lift up on the EPB If the yellow light is on, the EPB has RELEASE PARK BRAKE SWITCH switch and hold it in the up position. detected an error in another system will be displayed. The vehicle will Full application of the parking brake and is operating with reduced decelerate as long as the switch is by the EPB system may take a functionality. To release the EPB held in the up position. Releasing longer period of time than normal when this light is on, push down on the EPB switch during the when this light is on. Continue to the EPB switch and hold it in the deceleration will release the parking hold the switch until the BRAKE down position. EPB release may brake. If the switch is held in the up light remains on. If the yellow light is take a longer period of time than position until the vehicle comes to a on, see your dealer. normal when this light is on. stop, the EPB will remain applied. If the EPB fails to apply, the rear Continue to hold the switch until the If the BRAKE light is on, either the wheels should be blocked to BRAKE light is off. If the yellow light EPB is applied, or there is a failure prevent vehicle movement. is on, see your dealer. in the hydraulic brake system. EPB Release If this light is flashing continuously, the EPB is only partially applied or To release the EPB, turn the ignition released, or there is a problem with switch to the ACC/ACCESSORY or the EPB. The DIC message ON/RUN position, apply and hold SERVICE PARK BRAKE will be the brake pedal, and push down momentarily on the EPB switch. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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both feet to be used for the clutch conditions where the driver has { Caution and accelerator pedals in quickly and forcefully applied the preparation for starting the vehicle brake pedal in an attempt to quickly Driving with the parking brake on moving in the intended direction. stop or slow down the vehicle. The can overheat the brake system In this situation, perform the normal stability system hydraulic brake and cause premature wear or control module increases brake damage to brake system parts. clutch and/or accelerator actions required to begin moving the pressure at each corner of the Make sure that the parking brake vehicle until the ABS activates. is fully released and the red brake vehicle. There is no need to push the switch to release the EPB. Minor brake pedal pulsation or warning light is off before driving. pedal movement during this time is If you are towing a trailer and normal and the driver should parking on a hill, see Driving Automatic EPB Release continue to apply the brake pedal as Characteristics and Towing Tips on the driving situation dictates. The EPB will automatically release if page 9-53 for more information. The brake assist feature will the vehicle is running, placed into automatically disengage when the gear, and an attempt is made to Brake Assist brake pedal is released or brake drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration pedal pressure is quickly This vehicle has a brake assist when the EPB is applied, to decreased. preserve park brake lining life. feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle The EPB can also be used to speed in emergency driving prevent roll back for vehicles with a conditions. This feature uses the manual transmission taking off on a stability system hydraulic brake hill. In a situation where no roll back control module to supplement is desired, an applied EPB will allow the power brake system under Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Ride Control Systems If cruise control is being used and traction control or StabiliTrak begins to limit wheel spin, cruise control will Traction Control/ disengage. Cruise control may be Electronic Stability turned back on when road Control conditions allow. The indicator light for both systems The vehicle has a Traction Control Both systems come on ® is in the instrument cluster. This System (TCS) and StabiliTrak , an automatically when the vehicle is light will: electronic stability control system. started and begins to move. The These systems help limit wheel slip systems may be heard or felt while . Flash when TCS is limiting and assist the driver in maintaining they are operating or while wheel spin. performing diagnostic checks. This control, especially on slippery road . Flash when StabiliTrak is conditions. is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle. activated. TCS activates if it senses that any It is recommended to leave both . Turn on and stay on when either of the drive wheels are spinning or system is not working. beginning to lose traction. When this systems on for normal driving happens, the system brakes the conditions, but It may be necessary If either system fails to turn on or to spinning wheel(s) and/or reduces to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets activate, a message displays in the engine power to limit wheel spin. stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. Driver Information Center (DIC), See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on and d comes on and stays on to StabiliTrak activates when the page 9-10 and Turning the “ indicate that the system is inactive computer senses a difference Systems Off and On later in this ” and is not assisting the driver in between the intended path and the section. direction the vehicle is actually maintaining control. The vehicle is traveling. StabiliTrak selectively safe to drive, but driving should be applies braking pressure at any one adjusted accordingly. of the vehicle's brakes to help steer the vehicle in the intended direction. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If d comes on and stays on: StabiliTrak on again, press and { Caution release the Y button. The 1. Stop the vehicle. Do not repeatedly brake or StabiliTrak OFF light g in the 2. Turn the engine off and wait accelerate heavily when TCS is instrument cluster turns off. 15 seconds. off. The vehicle driveline could be Adding accessories can affect the 3. Start the engine. damaged. vehicle's performance. See Drive the vehicle. if d comes on Accessories and Modifications on and stays on, the vehicle may need To turn off only TCS, press and page 10-3. more time to diagnose the problem release the Y button. The If the condition persists, see your appropriate DIC message will be Competitive Driving Mode dealer. displayed. See Ride Control System To select this optional handling Turning the Systems Off Messages on page 5-41. To turn mode, press the TCS/StabiliTrak and On TCS on again, press and release button quickly two times and the Y button. STABILITRAK COMPETITIVE MODE displays in the Driver If TCS is limiting wheel spin when Information Center (DIC). While in the Y button is pressed, the the StabiliTrak Competitive Mode, system will not turn off until the the StabiliTrak Off light comes on, wheels stop spinning. TCS does not limit wheel spin, and To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, more effort is required to turn the Y steering wheel. Adjust your driving The TCS/StabiliTrak button is on the press and hold the button until accordingly. instrument panel (CTS) or the the StabiliTrak OFF light g comes steering wheel (CTS-V). on in the instrument cluster. The appropriate DIC message displays. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5-41. To turn TCS and Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button Magnetic Ride Control The Driver Information Center (DIC) again, or turn the ignition to ACC/ briefly displays SUSPENSION ACCESSORY and restart the With this feature on the CTS-V, the MODE TOUR or SUSPENSION vehicle, to turn TCS back on and Magnetic Ride Control system MODE SPORT on vehicle startup or turn the TCS/StabiliTrak warning adjusts the ride of the vehicle to when a new mode is selected. light off. Tour or Sport modes. Magnetic Ride Control monitors the suspension system to determine the proper { Caution system response. When traction control is turned TOUR: Use for normal city and off, or Competitive Driving Mode highway driving. This setting is active, it is possible to lose provides a smooth, soft ride. Press and release this button in the traction. If you attempt to shift SPORT: Use where road conditions center of the instrument panel, to with the drive wheels spinning or personal preference demand change modes. with a loss of traction, it is more control. This setting provides possible to cause damage to the more “feel,” or response to road transmission. Damage caused by conditions. Limited-Slip Rear Axle misuse of the vehicle is not The setting can be changed at any Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle covered. Do not attempt to shift time. Based on road conditions, can give more traction on snow, when the drive wheels do not steering wheel angle, and the mud, ice, sand, or gravel. When have traction. vehicle speed, the system traction is low, this feature allows automatically adjusts to provide the the drive wheel with the most best handling while providing a traction to move the vehicle. The smooth ride. The Tour and Sport limited-slip rear axle also gives the modes will feel similar on a smooth driver enhanced control when road. Select a new setting whenever cornering hard or completing a driving conditions change. maneuver, such as a lane change. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Cruise Control If the vehicle has the Stabilitrak® +RES (Resume/Accelerate): system and begins to limit wheel Press briefly to make the vehicle spin while you are using cruise resume to a previously set speed, { Warning control, the cruise control will or press and hold to accelerate. automatically disengage. See If cruise control is already active, Cruise control can be dangerous Traction Control/Electronic Stability use to increase vehicle speed. where you cannot drive safely at Control on page 9-38. When road a steady speed. Do not use the −SET (Set/Coast): Press briefly to conditions allow you to safely use it set the speed and activate cruise cruise control on winding roads or again, the cruise control can be in heavy traffic. control. If cruise control is already turned back on. active, use to decrease vehicle Cruise control can be dangerous speed. on slippery roads. On such roads, [ (Cancel): Press to disengage fast changes in tire traction can cruise control without erasing the cause excessive wheel slip, and set speed from memory. you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. Setting Cruise Control If the cruise button is on when not in With cruise control, a speed of use, it could get bumped and go into about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can cruise when not desired. Keep the be maintained without keeping your cruise control switch off when cruise foot on the accelerator. Cruise is not being used. control does not work at speeds below about 40 km/h (25 mph). CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar When the brakes are applied, the I (On/Off): Press to turn cruise cruise control turns off. control on or off. The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is on. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The cruise control light on the Increasing Speed While Using wheel. For each press, the instrument cluster comes on after Cruise Control vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h the cruise control has been set to If the cruise control system is (1 mph) slower. the desired speed. already activated: Passing Another Vehicle While 1. Press the I button. . Press and hold the +RES button Using Cruise Control 2. Get up to the desired speed. on the steering wheel until the Use the accelerator pedal to desired speed is reached, then increase vehicle speed. When you 3. Press the −SET button and release it. take your foot off the pedal, the release it. . To increase vehicle speed in vehicle will slow down to the 4. Remove foot from the small increments, briefly press previous cruise set speed. While accelerator. the +RES button. Each time this pressing the accelerator pedal or shortly following the release to Resuming a Set Speed is done, the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) faster. override cruise control, briefly If the cruise control is set at a pressing the –SET button will result desired speed and then the brakes Reducing Speed While Using in cruise control set to the current are applied, the cruise control is Cruise Control vehicle speed. disengaged without erasing the set If the cruise control system is Using Cruise Control on Hills speed from memory. already activated: How well the cruise control works Once the vehicle is driving at about . Press and hold the −SET button on hills depends upon the vehicle 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, press the on the steering wheel until the speed, load, and the steepness of +RES button on the steering wheel. desired speed is reached, then the hills. When going up steep hills, The vehicle returns to the previous release it. you might have to step on the set speed. . To decrease the vehicle speed in accelerator pedal to maintain the small increments, briefly press vehicle speed. When going the −SET button on the steering downhill, the vehicle may automatically shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle's speed down. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The vehicle may then shift to a Driver Assistance higher gear when braking Warning (Continued) assistance is no longer required. Systems When the brakes are applied damage, even with URPA, always manually the cruise control is Ultrasonic Parking Assist check the area around the vehicle disengaged. and check all mirrors before If available, the Ultrasonic Rear backing. Ending Cruise Control Parking Assist (URPA) system assists the driver with parking There are four ways to end cruise How the System Works control: and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). URPA operates at URPA comes on automatically . Step lightly on the brake pedal speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). when the shift lever is moved into (manual and automatic The sensors on the rear bumper R (Reverse). A single tone sounds transmissions). detect objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) to indicate the system is working. . behind the vehicle, and at least Press the clutch pedal to the URPA operates only at speeds less 25 cm (10 in) off the ground. floor (manual transmissions). than 8 km/h (5 mph). . [ Press on the steering wheel. { Warning An obstacle is indicated by audible . To turn off the cruise control, beeps. The interval between the beeps becomes shorter as the press I on the steering wheel. The URPA system does not detect children, pedestrians, vehicle gets closer to the obstacle. Erasing Speed Memory bicyclists, animals, or objects When the distance is less than below the bumper or that are too 30 cm (12 in), the beeping is a The cruise control set speed continuous tone for five seconds. is erased from memory by close or too far from the vehicle. It is not available at speeds pressing or if the ignition is I greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To turned off. prevent injury, death, or vehicle (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To be detected, objects must be at SERVICE PARKING ASSIST: If . A trailer was attached to the least 25 cm (10 in) off the ground this message occurs, take the vehicle, or an object was and below trunk or liftgate level. vehicle to your dealer to repair the hanging out of the trunk or Objects must also be within 2.5 m system. liftgate during the last drive cycle. Once the object is (8 ft) of the rear bumper. This PARK ASSIST BLOCKED SEE distance may be less during warmer removed, URPA will return to OWNER'S MANUAL: If the URPA normal operation. or humid weather. system does not activate due to a . Turning the System On and Off temporary condition, this message A tow bar is attached to the displays on the DIC. This can occur vehicle. The system can be disabled through under the following conditions: . The bumper is damaged. Take the Driver Information Center (DIC). the vehicle to your dealer to See Parking Assist under Driver . The ultrasonic sensors are not “ ” repair the system. Information Center (DIC) on clean. Keep the vehicle's rear page 5-27 for more information. bumper free of mud, dirt, snow, . Other conditions, such as ice and slush. For cleaning vibrations from a jackhammer or URPA defaults to the on setting instructions, see Exterior Care the compression of air brakes on each time the vehicle is started. on page 10-112. a very large truck, are affecting When the System Does Not . The park assist sensors are system performance. Seem to Work Properly covered by frost or ice. Frost or Side Blind Zone The following messages may be ice can form around and behind displayed on the DIC: the sensors and may not always Alert (SBZA) be seen; this can occur after PARKING ASSIST OFF: This washing the vehicle in cold If equipped, the Side Blind Zone message occurs if the driver weather. The message may not Alert system is a lane-changing aid disables the system or if vehicle is clear until the frost or ice has that assists drivers with avoiding driven above 8 km/h (5 mph) in melted. crashes that occur with vehicles in R (Reverse). the side blind zone (or spot) areas. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The SBZA warning display will light SBZA Detection Zones over that is in the side blind zone. up in the corresponding outside side This indicates it may be unsafe to mirror and will flash if the turn signal change lanes. Before making a lane is on. change, check the SBZA display, check mirrors, glance over your { Warning shoulder, and use the turn signals.

SBZA does not alert the driver to vehicles rapidly approaching outside of the side blind zones, pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. It may not provide alerts when changing lanes under Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror all driving conditions. Failure to Display Display use proper care when changing The SBZA sensor covers a zone of When the vehicle is started, both lanes may result in injury, death, approximately one lane over from outside mirror SBZA displays will or vehicle damage. Before both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m (11 ft). The height of the zone is briefly come on to indicate the making a lane change, always system is operating. When the check mirrors, glance over your approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. This vehicle is moving forward, the left- shoulder, and use the turn or right-side mirror display will light signals. zone starts at approximately the middle of the vehicle and goes back up if a vehicle is detected in that 5 m (16 ft). blind zone. If the turn signal is activated in the same direction of a How the System Works detected vehicle, this display will flash as an extra warning not to The SBZA symbol lights up in the change lanes. side mirrors when the system detects a vehicle in the next lane Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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SBZA can be disabled through the serviced. The system may light up When SBZA is disabled for any Driver Information Center (DIC). See due to guardrails, signs, trees, reason other than the driver turning Driver Information Center (DIC) on shrubs, and other non-moving it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert ON page 5-27. If SBZA is disabled by objects. This is normal system option will not be available on the the driver, the SBZA mirror displays operation; the vehicle does not need DIC menu. will not light up. service. FCC Information SBZA may not operate when the When the System Does Not See Radio Frequency Statement on Seem to Work Properly SBZA sensors in the left or right corners of the rear bumper are page 13-15. SBZA displays may not come on covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, when passing a vehicle quickly or or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For Rear Vision when towing a trailer. Keep in mind cleaning instructions, see "Washing Camera (RVC) the SBZA detection zones that the Vehicle" under Exterior Care on extend back from the side of the page 10-112. If the DIC still displays The vehicle may have a rear vision vehicle do not move further back the SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT camera system. Read this entire when a trailer is towed. Use extra SYSTEM TEMPORARILY section before using it. caution while changing lanes when UNAVAILABLE message after The rear vision camera system is towing a trailer. SBZA may alert you cleaning both sides of the vehicle designed to help the driver when to objects attached to the vehicle, toward the rear corners of the backing up by displaying a view of such as a trailer, bicycle, or object vehicle, see your dealer. the area behind the vehicle. extending out to either side of the vehicle. This is normal system If the SBZA displays do not light up operation; the vehicle does not need when vehicles are in the blind zone { Warning service. and the system is clean, the system may need service. Take the vehicle The RVC system does not display SBZA may not always alert the to your dealer. children, pedestrians, bicyclists, driver to vehicles in the side blind animals, or any other object zone, especially in wet conditions. (Continued) The system does not need to be Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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previous screen, or the video image Rear Vision Camera Location Warning (Continued) will automatically disappear from the mirror after a 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 distances may be different from five seconds. The delay can be actual distances. Do not back the canceled by performing one of the vehicle using only the RVC following: 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 injury, death, or vehicle damage. Messages The camera is above the license Always check behind and around Service Rear Vision Camera plate. the vehicle before backing. System: This message can display when the system is not receiving The area displayed by the camera is information it requires from other limited and does not display objects Using the System vehicle systems. that are close to either corner or 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. Displayed images may navigation screen, or on the inside receiving information it requires from be farther or closer than they rearview mirror. Once the driver other vehicle systems. shifts out of R (Reverse), the appear. navigation screen will go back to the If any other problem occurs or if a problem persists, see your dealer. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The following illustrations show 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Fuel an audible knocking noise, Prohibited Fuels commonly referred to as spark containing oxygenates, Use of the recommended fuel is an knock, might be heard when driving. such as ethers and ethanol, as well important part of the proper If this occurs, use a gasoline rated as reformulated gasolines are maintenance of this vehicle. To help at 87 octane or higher as soon as available in some cities. If these keep the engine clean and maintain possible. If heavy knocking is heard gasolines comply with the optimum vehicle performance, we when using gasoline rated at previously described specification, recommend TOP TIER Detergent 87 octane or higher, the engine then they are acceptable to use. Gasolines. See www.toptiergas.com needs service. However, E85 and other fuels for a list of TOP TIER Detergent If the vehicle has a , use containing more than 15% ethanol Gasolines. premium unleaded gasoline with a must be used only in FlexFuel posted octane rating of 91 or higher. vehicles. If the octane is less than 91, you could damage the engine and may { Caution void your vehicle warranty. If heavy knocking is heard when using Do not use fuel containing gasoline rated at 91 octane or methanol. It can corrode metal higher, the engine needs service. parts in the fuel system and also Use of Seasonal Fuels damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be Use summer and winter fuels in the covered under the vehicle appropriate season. Driving or warranty. starting could be affected if the incorrect fuel is used. Drive the If the vehicle has a V6 engine, use vehicle with the engine running until regular unleaded gasoline with a the fuel is a half tank or less, then posted octane rating of 87 or higher. refuel with the current seasonal fuel. If the octane rating is less than 87, Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Some gasolines that are California Fuel Fuels in Foreign not reformulated for low emissions can contain an Requirements Countries octane-enhancing additive called If the vehicle is certified to meet If planning to drive in countries methylcyclopentadienyl manganese California Emissions Standards, it is outside the U.S. or Canada, the tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use designed to operate on fuels that proper fuel might be hard to find. gasolines with MMT as they can meet California specifications. See Check regional auto club or fuel reduce spark plug life and affect the underhood emission control retail brand websites for availability emission control system label. If this fuel is not available in in the country where driving. Never performance. The malfunction states adopting California Emissions use leaded gasoline, fuel containing indicator lamp may turn on. If this Standards, the vehicle will operate methanol, or any other fuel not occurs, see your dealer for service. satisfactorily on fuels meeting recommended. Costly repairs federal specifications, but emission caused by use of improper fuel Gasoline Specifications control system performance might would not be covered by the vehicle be affected. The malfunction warranty. At a minimum, gasoline should indicator lamp could turn on and the meet ASTM specification D 4814. vehicle may not pass a smog-check Fuel Additives Some gasolines contain an test. See Malfunction Indicator octane-enhancing additive called Lamp on page 5-19. If this occurs, To keep fuel systems clean, TOP methylcyclopentadienyl manganese return to your authorized dealer for TIER Detergent Gasoline is tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend diagnosis. If it is determined that the recommended. See Fuel on against the use of gasolines condition is caused by the type of page 9-49. containing MMT. See Prohibited “ fuel used, repairs may not be If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is Fuels" in Fuel on page 9-49. covered by the vehicle warranty. not available, one bottle of Fuel System Treatment PLUS, part number 88861013, added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change, can help. Fuel System Treatment PLUS Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (51,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors. Warning (Continued) It is available at your dealer. . Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let Filling the Tank children pump fuel.

. { Warning Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is opened too quickly. Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn This spray can happen if the violently and can cause injury or tank is nearly full, and is death. more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and . To help avoid injuries to you wait for any hiss noise to stop and others, read and follow then unscrew the cap all The cap is behind a locking fuel all the instructions on the fuel the way door on the passenger side of the pump island. vehicle. . Turn off the engine when To open the fuel door, push the refueling. rearward center edge in and release and it will open. . Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away To remove the tethered fuel cap, from fuel. turn it slowly counterclockwise. . Do not leave the fuel pump While refueling, hang the tethered unattended. fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door. . Do not reenter the vehicle while pumping fuel. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (52,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If the fuel cap is not installed Filling a Portable Fuel properly, a message will appear on { Warning the Driver Information Center Container display. See Fuel System Messages If a fire starts while you are on page 5-37. refueling, do not remove the { Warning nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by When reinstalling the cap, turn it shutting off the pump or by Filling a portable fuel container clockwise until it clicks once, notifying the station attendant. while it is in the vehicle can cause otherwise the malfunction indicator Leave the area immediately. fuel vapors that can ignite either lamp could turn on. See Malfunction by static electricity or other Indicator Lamp on page 5-19. means. You or others could be Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not badly burned and the vehicle top off or overfill the tank and wait a { Caution could be damaged. Always: few seconds after you have finished . pumping before removing the If a new fuel cap is needed, be Use approved fuel nozzle. Clean fuel from painted sure to get the right type of cap containers. surfaces as soon as possible. See from your dealer. The wrong type . Remove the container from Exterior Care on page 10-112. of fuel cap might not fit properly, the vehicle, trunk, or pickup might cause the malfunction bed before filling. When replacing the fuel cap, turn it indicator lamp to light, and could clockwise until it clicks once. Make . damage the fuel tank and Place the container on the sure the cap is fully installed. The ground. emissions system. See diagnostic system can determine if . Place the nozzle inside the fill the fuel cap has been left off or Malfunction Indicator Lamp on opening of the container improperly installed. This would page 5-19. before dispensing fuel, and allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction (Continued) Indicator Lamp on page 5-19. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (53,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Driving Characteristics Warning (Continued) Trailer Towing and Towing Tips keep it in contact with the fill General Towing Driving with a Trailer opening until filling is Information complete. When towing a trailer: Only use towing equipment that has . Fill the container no more . been designed for the vehicle. Become familiar with the state than 95% full to allow for Contact your dealer or trailering and local laws that apply expansion. dealer for assistance with preparing specifically to trailer towing. . Do not smoke, light matches, the vehicle for towing a trailer. Read . Do not tow a trailer during the or use lighters while the entire section before towing a first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent pumping fuel. trailer. damage to the engine, axle or . Avoid using cell phones or For towing a disabled vehicle, see other parts. other electronic devices. Towing the Vehicle on page 10-109. . Then, during the first 800 km For towing the vehicle behind (500 mi) trailer towing, do not another vehicle such as a motor drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and home, see Recreational Vehicle do not make starts at full throttle. Towing on page 10-109. . Vehicles with automatic transmissions can tow in D (Drive) but M (Manual Mode) is recommended. See Manual Mode on page 9-28. Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often. For vehicles with a manual transmission, it is better not to use the highest gear. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (54,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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. Turn off Park Assist when Towing a trailer requires a certain trailer, which mainly occurs during towing. amount of experience. The cornering. This is normal when combination you are driving is towing heavier trailers. { Warning longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself. Get acquainted with Following Distance When towing a trailer, exhaust the handling and braking of the rig Stay at least twice as far behind the gases may collect at the rear of before setting out for the open road. vehicle ahead as you would when the vehicle and enter if the Before starting, check all trailer hitch driving the vehicle without a trailer. liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most parts and attachments, safety This can help to avoid situations window is open. chains, electrical connectors, lamps, that require heavy braking and When towing a trailer: tires and mirrors. If the trailer has sudden turns. electric brakes, start the . Passing Do not drive with the liftgate, combination moving and then apply trunk/hatch, or rear-most the trailer brake controller by hand More passing distance is needed window open. to be sure the brakes work. when towing a trailer. Because the . rig is longer, it is necessary to go Fully open the air outlets on During the trip, check occasionally or under the instrument farther beyond the passed vehicle to be sure that the load is secure before returning to the lane. panel. and the lamps and any trailer . Also adjust the Climate brakes still work. Backing Up Control system to a setting Hold the bottom of the steering that brings in only outside air. Towing with a Stability Control wheel with one hand. To move the See Climate Control System “ trailer to the left, move your hand to Systems in the Index. ” When towing, the sound of the the left. To move the trailer to the For more information about stability control system might be right, move your hand to the right. Carbon Monoxide, see Engine heard. The system is reacting to the Always back up slowly and, Exhaust on page 9-25. vehicle movement caused by the if possible, have someone guide you. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (55,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Making Turns lamps also flash, telling other grades, the vehicle could show drivers the vehicle is turning, signs similar to engine overheating. { Caution changing lanes or stopping. To avoid this, let the engine run When towing a trailer, the arrows on while parked, preferably on level Making very sharp turns while the instrument cluster flash for turns ground, with the transmission in trailering could cause the trailer to even if the bulbs on the trailer are P (Park) for a few minutes before come in contact with the vehicle. burned out. Check occasionally to turning the engine off. If the The vehicle could be damaged. be sure the trailer bulbs are still overheat warning comes on, see Avoid making very sharp turns working. Engine Overheating on page 10-24. while trailering. Driving on Grades Parking on Hills

When turning with a trailer, make Reduce speed and shift to a { Warning wider turns than normal so the lower gear before starting down a trailer will not strike soft shoulders, long or steep downgrade. If the Parking the vehicle on a hill with curbs, road signs, trees or other transmission is not shifted down, the the trailer attached can be objects. Use the turn signal well in brakes might have to be used so dangerous. If something goes advance and avoid jerky or sudden much that they would get hot and no wrong, the rig could start to move. maneuvers. longer work well. People can be injured, and both The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). the vehicle and the trailer can be Turn Signals When Towing a Use a lower gear if the transmission damaged. When possible, always Trailer shifts too often. park the rig on a flat surface. The turn signal indicators on the When towing at high altitude on instrument cluster flash whenever steep uphill grades, engine coolant signaling a turn or lane change. boils at a lower temperature than at Properly hooked up, the trailer normal altitudes. If the engine is turned off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (56,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If parking the rig on a hill: 2. Let up on the brake pedal. Trailer Towing (CTS-V and 1. Press the brake pedal, but do 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is Coupe) not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn clear of the chocks. the wheels into the curb if facing The vehicle is neither designed nor 4. Stop and have someone pick up intended to tow a trailer. downhill or into traffic if facing and store the chocks. uphill. Trailer Towing (Except 2. Have someone place chocks Maintenance When Trailer under the trailer wheels. Towing CTS-V and Coupe) 3. When the wheel chocks are in The vehicle needs service more Before pulling a trailer, three place, release the brake pedal often when pulling a trailer. See the important considerations have to do until the chocks absorb the load. Maintenance Schedule on with weight: page 11-4. Things that are . Weight of the trailer. 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then especially important in trailer apply the parking brake and shift operation are automatic . Weight of the trailer tongue. into P (Park) for vehicles with an transmission fluid, engine oil, axle . automatic transmission or into Total weight on your vehicle's lubricant, belts, cooling system and tires. gear for vehicles with a manual brake system. Inspect these before transmission. and during the trip. Weight of the Trailer 5. Release the brake pedal. Check periodically to see that all How heavy can a trailer safely be? Leaving After Parking on a Hill hitch nuts and bolts are tight. It should never weigh more than 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal Engine Cooling When Trailer 454 kg (1,000 lb). But even that can while you: Towing be too heavy. It depends on how the rig is used. . Start the engine. The cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating For example, speed, altitude, road . Shift into a gear. conditions. See Engine Overheating grades, outside temperature, and . Release the parking brake. on page 10-24. how much the vehicle is used to pull Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (57,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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a trailer are all important. It can Weight of the Trailer Tongue depend on any special equipment The tongue load (1) of any trailer is on the vehicle, and the amount of an important weight to measure tongue weight the vehicle can carry. because it affects the total gross See Weight of the Trailer Tongue “ ” weight of the vehicle. The Gross later in this section. Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the Maximum trailer weight is calculated curb weight of the vehicle, any assuming only the driver is in the cargo carried in it, and the people tow vehicle and it has all the who will be riding in the vehicle. required trailering equipment. The If there are a lot of options, weight of additional optional equipment, passengers, or cargo in equipment, passengers, and cargo the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue in the tow vehicle must be weight the vehicle can carry, which The trailer tongue (1) should weigh subtracted from the maximum trailer will also reduce the trailer weight the 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight. vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer, weight (2). the tongue load must be added to Ask your dealer for trailering After loading the trailer, weigh the the GVW because the vehicle will information or advice, or write us at trailer and then the tongue, be carrying that weight, too. See our Customer Assistance Offices. separately, to see if the weights are Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-11. See Customer Assistance Offices proper. If they are not, adjustments on page 13-3. might be made by moving some items around in the trailer. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (58,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Total Weight on Your Vehicle's . Will any holes be made in the Trailer Brakes Tires body of the vehicle when the trailer hitch is installed? If so, Does the trailer have its own Be sure the vehicle's tires are seal the holes when the hitch is brakes? Be sure to read and follow inflated to the upper limit for cold removed. If the holes are not the instructions for the trailer brakes tires. These numbers can be found sealed, dirt, water, and deadly so they are installed, adjusted, and on the Tire and Loading Information carbon monoxide (CO) from the maintained properly. label. See Vehicle Load Limits on exhaust can get into the vehicle. Because the vehicle has antilock page 9-11. Make sure not to go over See Engine Exhaust on brakes, do not tap into the vehicle's the GVW limit for the vehicle, page 9-25. brake system. If this is done, both including the weight of the trailer Safety Chains brake systems will not work well, tongue. or at all. Always attach chains between the Towing Equipment vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of Hitches the trailer to help prevent the tongue Use the correct hitch equipment. from contacting the road if it See your dealer or a hitch dealer for becomes separated from the hitch. assistance. Leave enough slack so the rig can turn. Never allow safety chains to . The rear bumper on the vehicle drag on the ground. is not intended for hitches. Do 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (59,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything Equipment electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped { Caution Vehicle on page 3-31 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Some electrical equipment can Vehicle on page 3-31. damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (60,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2 NOTES Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Engine Overheating ...... 10-24 LED Lighting ...... 10-35 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Fog Lamps ...... 10-35 Protection License Plate Lamp (Coupe Operating Mode ...... 10-25 and Sedan) ...... 10-36 General Information Power Steering Fluid ...... 10-25 License Plate Lamp General Information ...... 10-3 Washer Fluid ...... 10-26 (Wagon) ...... 10-36 California Proposition Brakes ...... 10-27 Replacement Bulbs ...... 10-37 65 Warning ...... 10-3 Brake Fluid ...... 10-28 California Perchlorate Battery ...... 10-29 Electrical System Materials Requirements . . . . 10-3 All-Wheel Drive ...... 10-30 Electrical System Accessories and Starter Switch Check ...... 10-31 Overload ...... 10-37 Modifications ...... 10-3 Automatic Transmission Shift Fuses and Circuit Vehicle Checks Lock Control Function Breakers ...... 10-38 Check ...... 10-31 Engine Compartment Fuse Doing Your Own Block (CTS Coupe) ...... 10-38 Service Work ...... 10-4 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...... 10-32 Engine Compartment Fuse Hood ...... 10-5 Block (CTS Wagon) ...... 10-42 Engine Compartment Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check ...... 10-32 Engine Compartment Fuse Overview ...... 10-6 Block (CTS-V Coupe and Engine Cover ...... 10-9 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 10-32 Sedan) ...... 10-46 Engine Oil ...... 10-10 Engine Compartment Fuse Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-13 Headlamp Aiming Block (CTS-V Wagon) . . . . . 10-49 Automatic Transmission Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-34 Rear Compartment Fuse Fluid ...... 10-14 Block (CTS Wagon) ...... 10-53 Manual Transmission Bulb Replacement Fluid ...... 10-14 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-35 Hydraulic Clutch ...... 10-15 Halogen Bulbs ...... 10-35 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . 10-15 High Intensity Discharge Cooling System ...... 10-18 (HID) Lighting ...... 10-35 Engine Coolant ...... 10-19 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Rear Compartment Fuse Tire Pressure Monitor Storing the Tire Sealant and Block (CTS-V Wagon) . . . . . 10-55 Operation ...... 10-73 Compressor Kit Rear Compartment Fuse Tire Inspection ...... 10-76 (Wagon) ...... 10-95 Block (CTS Coupe) ...... 10-57 Tire Rotation ...... 10-76 Storing the Tire Sealant and Rear Compartment Fuse When It Is Time for New Compressor Kit Block (CTS-V Coupe and Tires ...... 10-78 (Sedan) ...... 10-96 Sedan) ...... 10-59 Buying New Tires ...... 10-79 Tire Changing ...... 10-96 Different Size Tires and Compact Spare Tire ...... 10-104 Wheels and Tires Wheels ...... 10-81 Tires ...... 10-61 Uniform Tire Quality Jump Starting All-Season Tires ...... 10-62 Grading ...... 10-82 Jump Starting ...... 10-105 Winter Tires ...... 10-63 Wheel Alignment and Tire Low-Profile Tires ...... 10-63 Towing the Vehicle Balance ...... 10-83 Towing the Vehicle ...... 10-109 Summer Tires ...... 10-64 Wheel Replacement ...... 10-83 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 10-64 Recreational Vehicle Tire Chains ...... 10-84 Towing ...... 10-109 Tire Designations ...... 10-66 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 10-85 Tire Terminology and Tire Sealant and Appearance Care Definitions ...... 10-67 Compressor Kit ...... 10-86 Exterior Care ...... 10-112 Tire Pressure ...... 10-70 Storing the Tire Sealant and Interior Care ...... 10-116 Tire Pressure for High-Speed Compressor Kit Floor Mats ...... 10-119 Operation ...... 10-71 (Coupe) ...... 10-94 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...... 10-72 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 13-11. page 3-31. 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 for your vehicle before doing any service work. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Keep a record with all parts receipts Hood and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See To open the hood: Maintenance Records on page 11-17.

{ Caution

Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems. Do not allow 1. Pull the hood release lever with contaminants to contact the fluids, this symbol on it. It is inside the vehicle on the lower side of the reservoir caps, or dipsticks. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and instrument panel. find the secondary hood release lever. The lever is under the front edge of the grille near the center. Lift the release lever up and raise the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Engine Compartment Overview

CTS 3.6L V6 Engine Shown, 3.0L V6 Engine Similar Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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1. Windshield Washer Fluid 4. Remote Negative (−) Terminal. 10. Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (If Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on See Jump Starting on Equipped) (Not Shown). See page 10-26. page 10-105. Hydraulic Clutch on 2. Engine Compartment Fuse 5. Passenger Compartment Air page 10-15. Block (CTS Coupe) on Filter on page 8-6. 11. Brake Master Cylinder page 10-38 or Engine 6. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of Reservoir (Out of View). See Compartment Fuse Block (CTS View). See Cooling System on Brakes on page 10-27. Wagon) on page 10-42 or page 10-18. 12. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Engine Compartment Fuse 7. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. and Pressure Cap. See (CTS-V Coupe and Coolant on page 10-19. Sedan) on page 10-46 or Engine See Power Steering Fluid on Compartment Fuse Block page 10-25. 13. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on (CTS-V Wagon) on page 10-49. 8. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine page 10-15. 3. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. Oil on page 10-10. See Jump Starting on 9. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of page 10-105. View). See Engine Oil on page 10-10. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-8 Vehicle Care

CTS-V 6.2L V8 Engine Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 10-26. 8. System Pressure 2. Engine Compartment Fuse Cap. See Cooling System on Block (CTS Coupe) on page 10-18. page 10-38 or Engine 9. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of Compartment Fuse Block (CTS View). See Cooling System on Wagon) on page 10-42 or page 10-18. Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V Coupe and 10. Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (If Sedan) on page 10-46 or Engine Equipped). See Hydraulic Compartment Fuse Block Clutch on page 10-15. (CTS-V Wagon) on page 10-49. 11. Brake Master Cylinder 3. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. Reservoir. See Brakes on See Jump Starting on page 10-27. page 10-105. 12. Engine Coolant Surge Tank 1. Oil Fill Cap 4. Remote Negative (−) Terminal. and Pressure Cap. See Engine 2. Engine Cover See Jump Starting on Coolant on page 10-19. page 10-105. 13. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3. Rear Tabs 5. Engine Oil Fill Cap (Out of (Under Engine Cover). See To remove: Power Steering Fluid on View). See Engine Oil on 1. Remove the oil fill cap (1). page 10-10. page 10-25. 2. Raise the right front corner of 14. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on 6. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine the engine cover (2) to release it page 10-15. Oil on page 10-10. from the ball stud. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 10-13.

. 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Checking Engine Oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then { Caution It is a good idea to check the engine push it back in all the way. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to Remove it again, keeping the tip Do not add too much oil. Oil get an accurate reading, the vehicle down, and check the level. levels above or below the must be on level ground. The acceptable operating range engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. When to Add Engine Oil shown on the dipstick are harmful See Engine Compartment Overview to the engine. If you find that you on page 10-6 for the location of the have an oil level above the engine oil dipstick. operating range, i.e., the engine 1. If the engine has been running has so much oil that the oil level recently, turn off the engine and gets above the cross-hatched allow several minutes for the oil area that shows the proper to drain back into the oil pan. operating range, the engine could Checking the oil level too soon If the oil is below the cross-hatched be damaged. You should drain after engine shutoff will not area at the tip of the dipstick, add out the excess oil or limit driving provide an accurate oil level 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil of the vehicle and seek a service reading. and then recheck the level. See professional to remove the “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in excess amount of oil. { Warning this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use. For engine See Engine Compartment Overview The engine oil dipstick handle oil crankcase capacity, see on page 10-6 for the location of the may be hot; it could burn you. Capacities and Specifications on engine oil fill cap. Use a towel or glove to touch the page 12-2. dipstick handle. Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when through. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Selecting the Right Engine Oil always select an oil of the correct { Caution specification. See Specification Selecting the right engine oil “ ” earlier in this section. depends on both the proper oil Failure to use the recommended specification and viscosity grade. engine oil can result in engine Engine Oil Additives/Engine See Recommended Fluids and damage not covered by the Oil Flushes Lubricants on page 11-13. vehicle warranty. Check with your Do not add anything to the oil. The Specification dealer or service provider on recommended oils with the dexos whether the oil is approved to the specification and displaying the Use and ask for licensed engine oils dexos1 specification. with the dexos1® approved dexos certification mark are all that certification mark. Engine oils is needed for good performance and meeting the requirements for the Viscosity Grade engine protection. vehicle should have the dexos1 SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity Engine oil system flushes are not approved certification mark. This grade for the vehicle. Do not use recommended and could cause certification mark indicates that the other viscosity grade oils such as engine damage not covered by the oil has been approved to the dexos1 SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. vehicle warranty. specification. Cold Temperature Operation: In an What to Do with Used Oil area of extreme cold, where the Used engine oil contains certain temperature falls below −29°C elements that can be unhealthy for (−20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be your skin and could even cause used. An oil of this viscosity grade cancer. Do not let used oil stay on will provide easier cold starting for your skin for very long. Clean your the engine at extremely low skin and nails with soap and water, temperatures. When selecting an oil or a good hand cleaner. Wash or of the appropriate viscosity grade, properly dispose of clothing or rags Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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containing used engine oil. See the When the system has calculated How to Reset the Engine Oil manufacturer's warnings about the that oil life has been diminished, it Life System use and disposal of oil products. indicates that an oil change is Reset the system whenever the Used oil can be a threat to the necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on. See engine oil is changed so that the environment. If you change your system can calculate the next own oil, be sure to drain all the oil Engine Oil Messages on page 5-36. Change the oil as soon as possible engine oil change. To reset the from the filter before disposal. Never system: dispose of oil by putting it in the within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). trash or pouring it on the ground, It is possible that, if driving under 1. Using the DIC, display OIL LIFE into sewers, or into streams or the best conditions, the oil life REMAINING. See Driver bodies of water. Recycle it by taking system might indicate that an oil Information Center (DIC) on it to a place that collects used oil. change is not necessary for up to a page 5-27 and Engine Oil year. The engine oil and filter must Messages on page 5-36. be changed at least once a year V Engine Oil Life System and at this time the system must be 2. Press and hold for When to Change Engine Oil reset. Your dealer has trained two seconds to clear the service people who will perform this CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This vehicle has a computer system work and reset the system. It is also message and reset the oil life that indicates when to change the important to check the oil regularly at 100%. engine oil and filter. This is based over the course of an oil drain Be careful not to reset the oil life on a combination of factors which interval and keep it at the proper display accidentally at any time include engine revolutions, engine level. other than after the oil is temperature, and miles driven. changed. It cannot be reset Based on driving conditions, the If the system is ever reset accurately until the next oil mileage at which an oil change is accidentally, the oil must be change. indicated can vary considerably. For changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) the oil life system to work properly, since the last oil change. the system must be reset every time Remember to reset the oil life the oil is changed. system whenever the oil is changed. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The oil life system can also be reset Automatic Transmission Change the fluid and filter at the as follows: Fluid intervals listed in Maintenance 1. Turn the ignition on with the Schedule on page 11-4, and be engine off. How to Check Automatic sure to use the fluid listed in Transmission Fluid Recommended Fluids and 2. Fully press and release the Lubricants on page 11-13. accelerator pedal three times It is not necessary to check within five seconds. the transmission fluid level. Manual Transmission A transmission fluid leak is the only If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL reason for fluid loss. If a leak Fluid SOON message is not on, the occurs, take the vehicle to the system is reset. It is not necessary to check the dealer and have it repaired as soon manual transmission fluid level. The system is reset when the as possible. A transmission fluid leak is the only CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON The vehicle is not equipped with a reason for fluid loss. If a leak message is off. transmission fluid level dipstick. occurs, take the vehicle to a dealer If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON There is a special procedure for for service. Have it repaired as soon message comes back on when the checking and changing the as possible. You may also have the vehicle is started, the engine oil life transmission fluid. Because this fluid level checked by your dealer system has not been reset. Repeat procedure is difficult, it should be when the oil is changed. See the procedure. done at the dealer. Contact your Recommended Fluids and dealer for additional information or Lubricants on page 11-13 for the refer to the procedure in the service proper fluid to use. manual. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13-11. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Hydraulic Clutch Refer to the Maintenance Schedule Engine Air Cleaner/Filter for the proper fluid to use. See It is not necessary to regularly Recommended Fluids and The engine air cleaner/filter is in the check clutch fluid unless you Lubricants on page 11-13. The fluid engine compartment on the driver suspect there is a leak in the requires changing every two years. side of the vehicle, near the front. system. Adding fluid will not correct See Maintenance Schedule on See Engine Compartment Overview a leak. A fluid loss in this system page 11-4. on page 10-6. could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. How to Check and Add Fluid When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Check and What Visually check the clutch fluid Inspect and replace the air cleaner/ to Use reservoir to make sure the fluid level is at the MIN (minimum) line on the filter at the scheduled maintenance side of the reservoir. The hydraulic intervals. See Maintenance clutch fluid system should be closed Schedule on page 11-4. If you are and sealed. driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil Do not remove the cap to check the change. fluid level or to top‐off the fluid level. Remove the cap only when How to Inspect the Engine Air The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir necessary to add the proper fluid Cleaner/Filter until the level reaches the MIN line. cap has this symbol on it. See To inspect the air cleaner/filter, Engine Compartment Overview on remove the filter from the vehicle page 10-6 for reservoir location. and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains covered with dirt, a new filter is required. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter: 1. Turn the ignition off.

3. Disconnect the electrical 6. Remove the three air cleaner connector from the air box. housing cover screws. 4. Loosen the screw on the clamp holding the air outlet duct in 2. Remove the side cover by place. Do not remove the clamp. pulling up on the front of the Move the duct aside. cover. 5. Remove the hose from the air cleaner housing mounting arm. Move the hose aside. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 to the air cleaner housing. 7. Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct screw clamp. 8. Attach the electrical connector to the air box. 7. Move the air cleaner housing 8. Remove the air cleaner filter 9. Reinstall the side cover. cover and remove the cover from the air cleaner housing. from the air cleaner housing. How to Reinstall Engine Air { Warning Cleaner/Filter Operating the engine with the air 1. Install the air cleaner into the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or cleaner housing. The outer air others to be burned. The air cleaner filter seal must be fitted properly in the air cleaner cleaner not only cleans the air; it housing. helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when 2. Align the air cleaner housing working on the engine and do not cover tabs to the air cleaner drive with the air cleaner/filter off. housing. 3. Install the air cleaner housing cover. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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{ Caution { Warning

If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt An electric engine cooling fan can easily get into the engine, under the hood can start up even which could damage it. Always when the engine is not running have the air cleaner/filter in place and can cause injury. Keep when you are driving. hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Cooling System The cooling system allows the { Warning engine to maintain the correct 3.6L V6 Shown, 3.0L V6 Engine working temperature. and 6.2L V8 Engine Similar Heater and radiator hoses, and 1. Engine Cooling Fan(s) (Out other engine parts, can be very of View) hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. 2. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (19,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, { Caution drinkable water and DEX-COOL { Warning coolant. If using this mixture, Using coolant other than nothing else needs to be added. DEX-COOL® can cause Adding only plain water or some This mixture: premature engine, heater core, other liquid to the cooling system . or radiator corrosion. In addition, Gives freezing protection down can be dangerous. Plain water the engine coolant could require to −37°C (−34°F), outside and other liquids, can boil before changing sooner. Any repairs temperature. the proper coolant mixture will. would not be covered by the . Gives boiling protection up to The coolant warning system is set vehicle warranty. Always use 129°C (265°F), engine for the proper coolant mixture. DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant temperature. With plain water or the wrong in the vehicle. . mixture, the engine could get too Protects against rust and hot but you would not get the corrosion. Engine Coolant overheat warning. The engine . Will not damage aluminum parts. could catch fire and you or The cooling system in the vehicle . Helps keep the proper engine others could be burned. Use a for all and the intercooler temperature. ® 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable is filled with DEX-COOL . This coolant is designed to remain in the water and DEX-COOL coolant. vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever occurs first. The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 10-24. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (20,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Checking Coolant COLD line on the side of the coolant { Caution surge tank. If it is not, there could The vehicle must be on a level be a leak in the cooling system. If improper coolant mixture, surface when checking the coolant inhibitors, or additives are used in level. How to Add Coolant to the the vehicle cooling system, the The engine coolant reservoir is in Surge Tank engine could overheat and be the engine compartment on the damaged. Too much water in the driver side of the vehicle. See { Warning mixture can freeze and crack Engine Compartment Overview on engine cooling parts. The repairs page 10-6. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. would not be covered by the Check to see if coolant is visible in vehicle warranty. Use only the the surge tank. If the coolant inside Coolant contains ethylene glycol proper mixture of engine coolant the surge tank is boiling, do not do and it will burn if the engine parts for the cooling system. See anything else until it cools down. are hot enough. Do not spill Recommended Fluids and If coolant is visible but the coolant coolant on a hot engine. Lubricants on page 11-13. level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of Never dispose of engine coolant by clean, drinkable water and { Caution putting it in the trash, pouring it on DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant the ground, or into sewers, streams, surge tank, but be sure the cooling This vehicle has a specific or bodies of water. Have the coolant system is cool before this is done. coolant fill procedure. Failure to changed by an authorized service If the engine is warm or hot, the follow this procedure could cause center, familiar with legal coolant level should be at or above the engine to overheat and be requirements regarding used the FROID/FULL COLD line on the severely damaged. coolant disposal. This will help side of the coolant surge tank. If the protect the environment and your engine is cold, the coolant level health. should be near the FROID/FULL Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (21,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If no coolant is visible in the surge { Warning tank, add coolant as follows: Steam and scalding liquids from a 1. Remove the coolant surge tank hot cooling system can blow out pressure cap when the cooling and burn you badly. Never turn system, including the coolant the cap when the cooling system, surge tank pressure cap and including the surge tank pressure upper radiator hose, is no longer cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about system and surge tank pressure one-quarter turn and then stop. cap to cool. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still If coolant is needed, add the proper some pressure left. 2. Keep turning the pressure cap DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the slowly and remove it. coolant surge tank. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (22,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the { Caution engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose If the pressure cap is not tightly getting hot. The upper radiator installed, coolant loss and hose is the top hose coming out possible engine damage may of the radiator, on the passenger occur. Be sure the cap is properly side of the vehicle. Watch out for and tightly secured. the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level Recheck the coolant level in the inside the coolant surge tank bottle next time you use your may be lower. If the level is vehicle to ensure the system is full 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with lower, add more of the proper when cold. the proper mixture, to slightly mixture to the coolant surge tank Checking Coolant in the until the level reaches the above the FROID/FULL COLD Intercooler System (CTS-V) line on the side of the coolant FROID/FULL COLD line on the surge tank. side of the coolant surge tank. The vehicle must be on a level 5. Replace the pressure cap. Be surface when checking the coolant sure the pressure cap is level. hand-tight and fully seated. The super charged engine intercooler coolant fill neck is in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10-6. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (23,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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On the coolant fill neck, there is a Adding Coolant to the 3. Add the proper DEX-COOL cold fill region between the two Intercooler System coolant mixture to the fill neck horizontal lines shown. Coolant (CTS-V) until the coolant is within the Check to see if coolant is visible in cold fill region. the coolant fill neck. If the coolant is With the intercooler system not visible or below the cold fill pressure cap off, start the region in the fill neck, add a engine and let it run for a couple 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable of minutes. Then turn the engine water and DEX-COOL coolant at the off. By this time, the coolant coolant fill bottle, but be sure the level inside the fill neck may be cooling system is cool before this lower. If the level drops where is done. coolant is no longer within the cold fill region of the fill neck with the engine off, add more of the DEX-COOL coolant mixture to the fill neck until the level is 1. Remove the intercooler system again visible in the cold fill pressure cap when the region. intercooler system hoses are no 4. Replace the pressure cap tightly. longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise { Caution about one-quarter of a turn. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to If the pressure cap is not tightly stop. This allows any pressure installed, coolant loss and still left to be vented. possible engine damage may 2. Keep turning the pressure cap occur. Be sure the cap is properly slowly and remove it. and tightly secured. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (24,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-24 Vehicle Care

If the coolant is not at the proper Then check to see if the engine If Steam Is Coming from the level when the system cools down cooling fans are running. If the Engine Compartment again, see your dealer. engine is overheating, the fan(s) should be running. If they are not, { Warning Engine Overheating do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. The vehicle has several indicators Steam from an overheated engine to warn of engine overheating. can burn you badly, even if you { Caution just open the hood. Stay away There are two engine hot messages from the engine if you see or hear that may be displayed in the Driver Running the engine without steam coming from it. Just turn it Information Center (DIC). See coolant may cause damage or a off and get everyone away from Engine Cooling System Messages fire. Vehicle damage would not be the vehicle until it cools down. on page 5-35. covered by the vehicle warranty. Wait until there is no sign of If the decision is made not to lift the See Overheated Engine steam or coolant before you open hood when one of these warnings Protection Operating Mode on the hood. appear, but get service help right page 10-25 for information on away. See Roadside Service on driving to a safe place in an If you keep driving when the page 13-5. emergency. engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others If the decision is made to lift the could be badly burned. Stop the hood, make sure the vehicle is engine if it overheats, and get out parked on a level surface. of the vehicle until the engine is cool. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (25,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If No Steam Is Coming from If the temperature overheat gauge is Overheated Engine the Engine Compartment no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer Protection If an engine overheat warning is displays, the vehicle can be driven. Operating Mode displayed but no steam can be seen Continue to drive the vehicle slow This operating mode allows the or heard, the problem may not be for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe too serious. Sometimes the engine vehicle to be driven to a safe place vehicle distance from the car in front in an emergency. Should a hot can get a little too hot when the of you. If the warning does not come vehicle: engine condition exist, an overheat back on, continue to drive normally protection mode which alternates . Climbs a long hill on a hot day. and have the cooling system firing groups of cylinders helps checked for proper fill and function. . Stops after high-speed driving. prevent engine damage. In this If the warning continues, pull over, mode, there is a loss in power and . Idles for long periods in traffic. stop, and park the vehicle engine performance. Driving . Tows a trailer. right away. extended distances and/or towing a trailer in the overheat protection If the overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the mode should be avoided. with no sign of steam: engine for three minutes while 1. Turn the air conditioning off. parked. If the warning is still displayed, turn off the engine until it Power Steering Fluid 2. Turn the heater on to the highest cools down. Also, see “Overheated temperature and to the highest Engine Protection Operating Mode” fan speed. Open the windows as next in this section. necessary. 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral) and let the engine idle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10-6 for the location of the power steering fluid reservoir. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (26,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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When to Check Power Steering The level should be between the Adding Washer Fluid HOT and COLD marks. If necessary, Fluid The WASHER FLUID LOW ADD add only enough fluid to bring the FLUID message will appear on the It is not necessary to regularly level between the marks. check power steering fluid unless Driver Information Center (DIC) you suspect there is a leak in the What to Use when the fluid level is low. See system or you hear an unusual Washer Fluid Messages on To determine what kind of fluid to noise. A fluid loss in this system page 5-46. use, see Recommended Fluids and could indicate a problem. Have the Lubricants on page 11-13. Always system inspected and repaired. use the proper fluid. How to Check Power Steering Fluid Washer Fluid To check the power steering fluid: What to Use 1. Turn the key off and let the When adding windshield washer Open the cap with the washer engine compartment cool down. fluid to the vehicle, be sure to read symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the manufacturer's instructions 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the the tank is full. See Engine before use. If you will be operating reservoir clean. Compartment Overview on your vehicle in an area where the page 10-6 for reservoir location. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the temperature may fall below freezing, dipstick with a clean rag. use a fluid that has sufficient 4. Replace the cap and completely protection against freezing. tighten it. 5. Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (27,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Brakes Some driving conditions or climates { Caution can cause a brake squeal when the This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly . Do not use engine coolant brake pads have built-in wear applied. This does not mean (antifreeze) in the windshield indicators that make a high-pitched something is wrong with the brakes. washer. It can damage the warning sound when the brake pads windshield washer system are worn and new pads are needed. Properly torqued wheel nuts are and paint. The sound can come and go or be necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, . heard all the time when the vehicle Do not mix water with inspect brake pads for wear and ready-to-use washer fluid. is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly. evenly tighten wheel nuts in the Water can cause the solution proper sequence to torque to freeze and damage the specifications. See Capacities and washer fluid tank and other { Warning Specifications on page 12-2. parts of the washer system. The brake wear warning sound Brake linings should always be . When using concentrated means that soon the brakes will replaced as complete axle sets. washer fluid, follow the not work well. That could lead to manufacturer instructions for Brake Pedal Travel adding water. a crash. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal . Fill the washer fluid tank only vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height, three-quarters full when it is or if there is a rapid increase in very cold. This allows for fluid pedal travel. This could be a sign expansion if freezing occurs, that brake service might be which could damage the tank { Caution required. if it is completely full. Continuing to drive with worn-out Brake Adjustment brake pads could result in costly Every time the brakes are applied, brake repair. with or without the vehicle moving, the brakes adjust for wear. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (28,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Replacing Brake System Parts Brake Fluid hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later The braking system on a vehicle is the brakes will not work well. complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together Do not top off the brake fluid. if the vehicle is to have really good Adding fluid does not correct a leak. braking. The vehicle was designed If fluid is added when the linings are and tested with top-quality brake worn, there will be too much fluid parts. When parts of the braking when new brake linings are system are replaced, be sure to get The brake master cylinder reservoir installed. Add or remove brake fluid, new, approved replacement parts. is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as as necessary, only when work is If this is not done, the brakes might indicated on the reservoir cap. See done on the brake hydraulic system. not work properly. For example, Engine Compartment Overview on installing disc brake pads that are page 10-6 for the location of the { Warning wrong for the vehicle, can change reservoir. the balance between the front and If too much brake fluid is added, it There are only two reasons why the rear brakes — for the worse. The can spill on the engine and burn, brake fluid level in the reservoir braking performance expected can if the engine is hot enough. You might go down: change in many other ways if the or others could be burned, and wrong replacement brake parts are . The brake fluid level goes down the vehicle could be damaged. installed. because of normal brake lining Add brake fluid only when work is wear. When new linings are done on the brake hydraulic installed, the fluid level goes system. back up.

. A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system can also cause level, the brake warning light comes a low fluid level. Have the brake on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5-22. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (29,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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What to Add Battery { Caution Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid The battery is in the trunk, behind from a sealed container. See . Using the wrong fluid can the trim panel, on the passenger Recommended Fluids and badly damage brake side of the vehicle. Refer to the Lubricants on page 11-13. hydraulic system parts. For replacement number shown on the Always clean the brake fluid example, just a few drops of original battery label when a new reservoir cap and the area around mineral-based oil, such as battery is needed. the cap before removing it. This engine oil, in the brake helps keep dirt from entering the hydraulic system can damage { Warning reservoir. brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to Battery posts, terminals, and be replaced. Do not let { Warning related accessories contain lead someone put in the wrong and lead compounds, chemicals With the wrong kind of fluid in the kind of fluid. known to the State of California to brake hydraulic system, the . If brake fluid is spilled on the cause cancer and reproductive brakes might not work well. This vehicle's painted surfaces, harm. Wash hands after handling. could cause a crash. Always use the paint finish can be the proper brake fluid. damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the After a power loss, such as vehicle. If you do, wash it off disconnecting the battery or immediately. removing the maxi fuses in the power distribution fuse block, the following steps must be performed to calibrate the electronic throttle control. If this is not done, the engine will not run properly. 1. Turn the ignition on but do not start the engine. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (30,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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2. Leave the ignition on for at least Extended Storage: Remove the How to Check Lubricant three minutes so that the black, negative (−) cable from the electronic throttle control will battery or use a battery trickle cycle and relearn its home charger. position. 3. Turn the ignition off. All-Wheel Drive 4. Start and run the engine for at If your vehicle is equipped with least 30 seconds. all-wheel-drive, this is an additional system that needs lubrication. Vehicle Storage Transfer Case { Warning When to Check Lubricant Batteries have acid that can burn It is not necessary to regularly you and gas that can explode. check the transfer case fluid unless 1. Drain Plug you suspect there is a leak or you You can be badly hurt if you are 2. Fill Plug hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss not careful. See Jump Starting on could indicate a problem. Have it To get an accurate reading, the page 10-105 for tips on working inspected and repaired. vehicle should be on a level around a battery without surface. getting hurt. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the Infrequent Usage: Remove the transfer case, you'll need to add black, negative (−) cable from the some lubricant. Add enough battery to keep the battery from lubricant to raise the level to the running down. bottom of the filler plug hole. Use care not to overtighten the plug. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (31,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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What to Use Do not use the accelerator Automatic Transmission Refer to the Maintenance Schedule pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it Shift Lock Control on page 11-4 to determine what Function Check kind of lubricant to use. See starts. Recommended Fluids and 3. For automatic transmission Lubricants on page 11-13. vehicles, try to start the engine { Warning in each gear. The vehicle should Starter Switch Check start only in P (Park) or When you are doing this N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle { Warning in any other position, contact your dealer for service. moves, you or others could be injured. When you are doing this For manual transmission inspection, the vehicle could vehicles, put the shift lever in move suddenly. If the vehicle Neutral, push the clutch pedal 1. Before starting this check, be moves, you or others could be down halfway, and try to start sure there is enough room injured. the engine. The vehicle should around the vehicle. It should be start only when the clutch pedal parked on a level surface. is pushed down all the way to 1. Before starting this check, be 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. the floor. If the vehicle starts Be ready to apply the regular sure there is enough room when the clutch pedal is not around the vehicle. brake immediately if the vehicle pushed all the way down, begins to move. 2. Firmly apply both the parking contact your dealer for service. brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake (Manual) on page 9-34 or Parking Brake (Electric) on page 9-35. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (32,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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3. With the engine off, turn the Contact your dealer if service is pressure from the regular brake ignition on, but do not start the required. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is engine. Without applying the held by the parking brake only. regular brake, try to move the Park Brake and P (Park) . To check the P (Park) shift lever out of P (Park) with Mechanism Check mechanism's holding ability: normal effort. If the shift lever With the engine running, shift to moves out of P (Park), contact { Warning P (Park). Then release the your dealer for service. parking brake followed by the regular brake. Ignition Transmission When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. Contact your dealer if service is Lock Check You or others could be injured required. While parked, and with the parking and property could be damaged. brake set, try to turn the ignition to Make sure there is room in front Wiper Blade Replacement LOCK/OFF in each shift lever of the vehicle in case it begins to Windshield wiper blades should be position. roll. Be ready to apply the regular inspected for wear or cracking. See brake at once should the vehicle . The ignition should turn to Maintenance Schedule on begin to move. LOCK/OFF only when the shift page 11-4. lever is in P (Park). It is a good idea to clean or replace . With the key access ignition Park on a fairly steep hill, with the the wiper blade assembly on a system, the ignition key should vehicle facing downhill. Keeping regular basis or when worn. For come out only in LOCK/OFF. your foot on the regular brake, set proper windshield wiper blade See Ignition Positions (Keyless the parking brake. length and type, see Maintenance Access) on page 9-15 or Ignition . To check the parking brake's Replacement Parts on page 11-15. Positions (Key Access) on holding ability: With the engine page 9-17. running and the transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (33,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To replace the wiper blade 6. Replace the blade with a assembly: new one. 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off. 2. Turn on the windshield wipers and turn them off again when the wipers are in the out-wipe position. The driver side blade will be straight up and down on the windshield. 3. Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the 4. Lift up the wiper blade windshield. assembly cap. 5. Pull the wiper blade assembly down far enough to release it 7. Reinstall the wiper blade from the J-hooked end of the assembly by sliding it over the wiper arm. Slide the assembly wiper arm to engage the away from the arm. J-hooked end. Pull up on the assembly to lock it into place. Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no 8. Repeat the steps for the other wiper blade is installed could wiper. damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (34,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Rear Wiper Blade Replacement 5. Snap the cover down to secure. Headlamp Aiming (Wagon) To remove the wiper blade: Headlamp aim has been preset and The rear wiper blade and wiper arm 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the should need no further adjustment. have a cover for protection. The windshield. cover must be removed before the If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, wiper blade can be replaced. the headlamp aim may be affected. If adjustment to the headlamps is To remove the cover: necessary, see your dealer.

2. Push the release lever (2) to 1. Slide a plastic tool under the disengage the hook and push cover and push upward to the wiper arm (1) out of the unsnap. blade assembly (3). 2. Slide the cover toward the wiper 3. Push the new blade assembly blade tip to unhook it from the securely on the wiper arm until blade assembly. the release lever clicks into 3. Remove the cover. place. 4. After wiper blade replacement, 4. Replace the wiper cover. ensure that the cover hook slides into the slot in the blade assembly. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (35,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-35

Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge Fog Lamps For the proper type of replacement (HID) Lighting bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10-37. { Warning For any bulb‐changing procedure The high intensity discharge not listed in this section, contact lighting system operates at a very your dealer. high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, To replace a front fog lamp bulb: Halogen Bulbs you could be seriously injured. 1. Pull out the push-pins on the Have your dealer or a qualified { Warning underside of the protection technician service them. shield to remove the shield. Halogen bulbs have pressurized 2. Reach up behind the front gas inside and can burst if you After an HID headlamp bulb has bumper area from under the drop or scratch the bulb. You or been replaced, the beam might be a vehicle to access the lamp others could be injured. Be sure slightly different shade than it was housing. originally. This is normal. to read and follow the instructions 3. Remove the electrical connector on the bulb package. LED Lighting from the bulb by lifting the two plastic clips. This vehicle has several LED lamps. 4. Remove the bulb socket from For replacement of any LED lighting the lamp housing by turning the assembly, contact your dealer. bulb socket one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (36,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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5. Pull the old bulb from the lamp License Plate Lamp License Plate Lamp housing keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out. (Coupe and Sedan) (Wagon) 6. Install a new bulb. To replace one of these bulbs: To replace one of these bulbs: 7. Reinstall the electrical connector 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate by pushing in the two plastic on page 2-19. clips. 8. Push the bulb socket into the lamp housing and turn the socket one-quarter turn clockwise. 1. Push the tab to remove the license plate lamp. 2. Turn the license plate lamp assembly down to remove it. 3. Turn the socket counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Pull the bulb straight out to Passenger Side Shown, Driver remove it. Side Similar 5. Push the new bulb straight into the socket. 2. Push the left end of the lamp assembly toward the right. 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp 3. Turn the lamp assembly down to assembly. remove it from the liftgate. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (37,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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7. Turn the lamp assembly into the Electrical System liftgate engaging the clip side first. Electrical System 8. Push on the lamp side opposite the clip until the lamp assembly Overload snaps into place. The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an Replacement Bulbs electrical system overload. Bulb When the current electrical load is Exterior Lamp Number too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit Fog Lamp H11LL until the current load returns to 4. Turn the bulb socket (1) (Uplevel Only) normal or the problem is fixed. This counterclockwise to remove it License Plate Lamp W5WLL greatly reduces the chance of circuit from the lamp assembly (3). overload and fire caused by 5. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of For replacement bulbs not listed electrical problems. the bulb socket. here, contact your dealer. Fuses and circuit breakers protect 6. Push the replacement bulb power devices in the vehicle. straight into the bulb socket and Replace a bad fuse with a new one turn the bulb socket clockwise to of the identical size and rating. install it into the lamp assembly. If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced, the 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (38,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit To identify and check fuses, circuit breakers, and relays, see Engine An electrical overload may cause Breakers Compartment Fuse Block (CTS the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Coupe) on page 10-38 or Engine some cases to remain off. Have the protected from short circuits by a Compartment Fuse Block (CTS headlamp wiring checked right away combination of fuses and circuit Wagon) on page 10-42 or Engine if the lamps go on and off or breakers. This greatly reduces the Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V remain off. chance of damage caused by Coupe and Sedan) on page 10-46 Windshield Wipers electrical problems. or Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V Wagon) on page 10-49 and To check a fuse, look at the If the wiper motor overheats due to Rear Compartment Fuse Block silver-colored band inside the fuse. heavy snow or ice, the windshield (CTS Wagon) on page 10-53 or If the band is broken or melted, wipers will stop until the motor cools Rear Compartment Fuse Block replace the fuse. Be sure to replace and will then restart. (CTS-V Wagon) on page 10-55 or a bad fuse with a new one of the Rear Compartment Fuse Block Although the circuit is protected identical size and rating. from electrical overload, overload (CTS Coupe) on page 10-57 or due to heavy snow or ice may Fuses of the same amperage can Rear Compartment Fuse Block cause wiper linkage damage. be temporarily borrowed from (CTS-V Coupe and Sedan) on Always clear ice and heavy snow another fuse location, if a fuse goes page 10-59. from the windshield before using the out. Replace the fuse as soon as windshield wipers. you can. Engine Compartment If the overload is caused by an Fuse Block (CTS Coupe) electrical problem and not snow or The underhood fuse block is on the ice, be sure to get it fixed. left side of the engine compartment. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (39,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-39

Lift the fuse block cover to access the fuses. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown.

{ Caution Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage 11 Not Used 24 Body Control Spilling liquid on any electrical Module 1 component on the vehicle may 19 Antilock Braking damage it. Always keep the System (ABS) 25 Automatic Forward Lighting System covers on any electrical 22 Display component. (HID Only) 23 Not Used 26 Body Control Module 5 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (40,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-40 Vehicle Care

Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage 27 Body Control 40 Right Low-Beam 52 Engine Control Module 4 Headlamp Module Ignition, (Domestic Transmission 28 Navigation Motor Non-HID Only) Control Module 29 All-Wheel Drive Ignition 41 Air Conditioning 30 Transmission Compressor Clutch 54 Power Moding Control Module (Immobilizer 43 Low-Beam Daytime Battery Module, Ignition Running Lamps Switch) 31 Horn (non-HID), Left 55 Not Used 33 Left Low-Beam Daytime Running Lamps (HID), Left Headlamp 56 Windshield Wipers (Domestic Trailer Turn Signal (Export Only) 57 Right Low-Beam Non-HID Only) (HID Only) 34 Pedestrian 46 Left High-Beam 58 Daytime Running Protection System Headlamp Lamps (non-HID), (Export Only) 47 Right High-Beam Left Low-Beam Headlamp 35 Body Control (HID Only) Module 3 50 Right Daytime 59 Right Daytime Running Lamp, 36 Body Control Running Lamp (HID Windshield Module 2 Only), Right Trailer Washer Pump Turn Signal 38 Headlamp Washer 51 Airbag System (Export Only) (HID Only) Ignition Switch Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (41,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-41

Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Fuses 60 Instrument Panel 75 Transmission Auxiliary Power Output Speed 13 Not Used Outlet Sensor, Brake 14 Electric Parking Vacuum Relay 61 Air Quality Sensor, Brake Inside Rear View 76 Spare 15 Not Used Mirror, Rear 77 Spare Camera 16 Not Used 78 Spare 62 Ignition 17 Blower Motor 79 Spare 64 Steering Wheel 18 Rear Window Illumination 80 Spare Defogger 65 Front Fog Lamps 81 Spare 37 Not Used (HID Only) 69 Body Control J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses Module 6, Body 1 Cooling Fan 2 Control Module 7 6 Cooling Fan 2 2 Cooling Fan 1 70 Emissions 1 7 Cooling Fan 1 3 Starter 71 Even Ignition Coils 8 Starter 4 Rear Window 72 Engine Control 9 Brake Defogger Module Vacuum Pump 5 Instrument Panel 73 Emissions 2 10 Antilock Brake Auxiliary Power 74 Odd Ignition Coils System Motor Outlet Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (42,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-42 Vehicle Care

Relays Usage Relays Usage 12 Horn 49 Daytime Running Lamps (Non-HID), 20 Headlamp Washer Low-Beam (HID Only) Headlamps (HID) 21 Cooling Fan (Series/ 53 Not Used Parallel) 63 Main Ignition 32 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch 66 Windshield Wipers 39 Windshield 67 Powertrain Washer Pump 68 Windshield Wipers Lift the fuse block cover to access 42 Right Daytime High Speed the fuses. Running Lamp, Trailer Turn Signal The vehicle may not be equipped Engine Compartment with all of the fuses and relays 44 Low-Beam Fuse Block (CTS Wagon) shown. (non-HID), Left This fuse block is on the left side of Daytime Running { Caution Lamps (HID), Left the engine compartment. Trailer Turn Signal Spilling liquid on any electrical (Export Only) component on the vehicle may 45 Front Fog Lamps damage it. Always keep the (HID Only) covers on any electrical 48 High-Beam component. Headlamps Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (43,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-43

Mini-Fuses Usage 27 Body Control Module 4 28 Navigation Motor 29 All-Wheel Drive 30 Transmission Control Module Battery 31 Horn 33 Left Low-Beam Headlamp (Domestic Non-HID Only) 34 Pedestrian Protection System Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage (Export Only) 11 Not Used 24 Body Control 35 Body Control Module 1 Module 3 19 Antilock Braking System (ABS) 25 Automatic Forward 36 Body Control Lighting System Module 2 22 Display (HID Only) 38 Headlamp Washer 23 Not Used 26 Body Control (HID Only) Module 5 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (44,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-44 Vehicle Care

Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage 40 Right Low-Beam 52 Engine Control 60 Instrument Panel Headlamp Module Ignition, Auxiliary Power (Domestic Transmission Outlet Non-HID Only) Control Module 61 Air Quality Sensor, Ignition 41 Air Conditioning Inside Rear View Compressor Clutch 54 Power Moding Mirror, Rear (Immobilizer Camera 43 Low-Beam Daytime Module, Ignition Running Lamps 62 Ignition Switch) (non-HID), Left 64 Steering Wheel Daytime Running 55 Not Used Illumination Lamps (HID), Left 56 Windshield Wipers Trailer Turn Signal 65 Front Fog Lamps (Export Only) 57 Right Low-Beam (HID Only) (HID Only) 46 Left High-Beam 69 Body Control Headlamp 58 Daytime Running Module 6, Body Lamps (non-HID), Control Module 7 47 Right High-Beam Left Low-Beam Headlamp 70 Emissions 1 (HID Only) 50 Right Daytime 71 Even Ignition Coils 59 Right Daytime Running Lamp Running Lamp (HID 72 Engine Control 51 Airbag System Only), Right Trailer Module Ignition Switch Turn Signal 73 Emissions 2 (Export Only) 74 Odd Ignition Coils Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (45,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-45

Mini-Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses 75 Transmission 12 Horn Output Speed 13 Not Used 20 Headlamp Washer Sensor, Brake 14 Electric Parking (HID Only) Vacuum Relay Brake 21 Cooling Fan (Series/ 76 Spare 15 Not Used Parallel) 77 Spare 16 Not Used 32 Air Conditioning 78 Spare Compressor Clutch 17 Blower Motor 79 Spare 39 Not Used 18 Transmission 80 Spare Control Module 42 Right Daytime Battery Running Lamp, 81 Spare Trailer Turn Signal 37 Trailer (Export Only) J-Case Usage 44 Low-Beam Fuses Relays Usage (non-HID), Left Daytime Running 6 Cooling Fan 2 1 Cooling Fan 2 Lamps (HID), Left 7 Cooling Fan 1 2 Cooling Fan 1 Trailer Turn Signal (Export Only) 8 Starter 3 Starter 45 Front Fog Lamps 9 Brake 4 Rear Window (HID Only) Vacuum Pump Defogger 48 High-Beam 10 Antilock Brake 5 Instrument Panel Headlamps System Motor Auxiliary Power Outlet Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (46,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-46 Vehicle Care

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

Lift the fuse block cover to access the fuses. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (47,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-47

Mini-Fuses Usage 27 Body Control Module 4 28 Navigation Motor 29 Not Used 30 Transmission Control Module Battery 31 Horn 33 Not Used 34 Pedestrian Protection System (Export Only) 35 Body Control Module 3 Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage 36 Body Control 11 Not Used 24 Body Control Module 2 Module 1 19 Antilock Braking 38 Headlamp Washer System (ABS) 25 Automatic Forward (HID Only) Lighting System 22 Display (HID Only) 40 Not Used 23 Sunroof 26 Body Control 41 Air Conditioning Module 5 Compressor Clutch Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (48,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-48 Vehicle Care

Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage 43 Left Daytime 56 Windshield Wipers 69 Body Control Running Module 6, Body 57 Right Low-Beam Lamps (HID) Control Module 7 (HID Only) 46 Left High-Beam 70 Emissions 1 58 Left Low-Beam Headlamp (HID Only) 71 Even Ignition Coils 47 Right High-Beam 59 Right Daytime 72 Odd Ignition Coils Headlamp Running Lamp 73 Emissions 2 50 Right Daytime (HID Only) Running Lamp, 74 Engine Control 60 Instrument Panel Windshield Module Auxiliary Power Washer Pump Outlet 75 Not Used 51 Airbag System 61 Air Quality Sensor, 76 Spare Ignition Switch Inside Rear View 77 Spare 52 Engine Control Mirror, Rear Module Ignition, Camera 78 Spare Transmission 62 Ignition 79 Spare Control Module Ignition 64 Steering Wheel 80 Spare Illumination 54 Power Moding 81 Spare (Immobilizer 65 Front Fog Lamps Module, Ignition (HID Only) Switch) 55 Intercooler Pump Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (49,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-49

J-Case Usage Relays Usage Relays Usage Fuses 1 Cooling Fan 2 45 Front Fog Lamps 6 Cooling Fan 2 (HID Only) 2 Cooling Fan 1 7 Cooling Fan 1 48 High-Beam 3 Starter Headlamps 8 Starter 4 Rear Window 49 Low-Beam 9 Not Used Defogger Headlamps (HID) 10 Antilock Brake 5 Instrument Panel 53 Not Used System Motor Auxiliary Power Outlet 63 Main Ignition 13 Not Used 12 Horn 66 Windshield Wipers 14 Electric Parking Brake 20 Headlamp Washer 67 Powertrain (HID Only) 15 Not Used 68 Windshield Wipers 21 Cooling Fan (Series/ High Speed 16 Not Used Parallel) 17 Blower Motor 32 Air Conditioning Engine Compartment 18 Rear Window Compressor Clutch Fuse Block (CTS-V Defogger 39 Windshield Wagon) 37 Magnetic Ride/ Washer Pump The underhood fuse block is on the Suspension Control 42 Right Daytime left side of the engine compartment. Running Lamp 44 Left Daytime Running Lamp (HID) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (50,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-50 Vehicle Care

Lift the fuse block cover to access the fuses. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown.

{ Caution Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage 11 Not Used 24 Body Control Spilling liquid on any electrical Module 1 component on the vehicle may 19 Antilock Braking damage it. Always keep the System (ABS) 25 Automatic Forward Lighting System covers on any electrical 22 Display component. (HID Only) 23 Sunroof 26 Body Control Module 5 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (51,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage 27 Body Control 43 Left Daytime 57 Right Low-Beam Module 4 Running (HID Only) Lamp (HID) 28 Navigation Motor 58 Left Low-Beam 46 Left High-Beam (HID Only) 29 Not Used Headlamp 59 Right Daytime 30 Transmission 47 Right High-Beam Running Lamp Control Module Headlamp (HID Only) Battery 50 Right Daytime 60 Instrument Panel 31 Horn Running Lamp Auxiliary Power 33 Not Used Outlet 51 Airbag System 34 Pedestrian Ignition Switch 61 Air Quality Sensor, Protection System Inside Rear View 52 Engine Control (Export Only) Mirror, Rear Module Ignition, Camera 35 Body Control Transmission Module 3 Control Module 62 Ignition Ignition 36 Body Control 64 Steering Wheel Module 2 54 Power Moding Illumination (Immobilizer 38 Headlamp Washer 65 Front Fog Lamps Module, Ignition (HID Only) (HID Only) Switch) 40 Not Used 69 Body Control 55 Intercooler Pump Module 6, Body 41 Air Conditioning 56 Windshield Wipers Control Module 7 Compressor Clutch Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (52,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-52 Vehicle Care

Mini-Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses 70 Emissions 1 4 Rear Window 9 Not Used Defogger 71 Even Ignition Coils 10 Antilock Brake 5 Instrument Panel 72 Odd Ignition Coils System Motor Auxiliary Power 73 Emissions 2 Outlet 13 Not Used 74 Engine Control 12 Horn 14 Electric Parking Module Brake 20 Headlamp Washer 75 Not Used (HID Only) 15 Not Used 76 Spare 21 Cooling Fan (Series/ 16 Not Used Parallel) 77 Spare 17 Blower Motor 32 Air Conditioning 78 Spare 18 Rear Window Compressor Clutch 79 Spare Defogger 39 Not Used 80 Spare 37 Magnetic Ride/ 42 Right Daytime Suspension Control 81 Spare Running Lamp

Relays Usage 44 Left Daytime J-Case Usage Running Lamp (HID) Fuses 1 Cooling Fan 2 45 Front Fog Lamps 6 Cooling Fan 2 2 Cooling Fan 1 (HID Only) 7 Cooling Fan 1 3 Starter 48 High-Beam 8 Starter Headlamps Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (53,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-53

Relays Usage 49 Low-Beam Headlamps (HID) 53 Not Used 63 Main Ignition 66 Windshield Wipers 67 Powertrain 68 Windshield Wipers High Speed Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Wagon) This fuse block is on the right side of the vehicle, behind the trim panel in the rear compartment. Relays Usage Relays Usage The vehicle may not be equipped 9 Right Position Lamp with all of the fuses, relays, and 5 Stop Lamps (Export Only) features shown. (Export Only) 6 Door Lock 10 Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet 7 Door Unlock 11 Not Used 8 Fuel Door Unlock (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (54,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-54 Vehicle Care

Relays Usage Mini‐Fuses Usage Mini‐Fuses Usage 12 Side Marker Lamps 23 Regulated Voltage 34 Theft Deterrent Control Sensor System/Universal 13 Left Position Lamps Garage Door 24 Audio System Opener (Radio) Mini‐Fuses Usage 35 Memory Seat 25 Airbag System 14 Right Position Lamp Module 26 Remote Keyless 15 Left Position Lamp 36 Passenger Door Entry/PASS Key® ‐ Module 16 Door Lock Theft Deterrent 17 Console/Auxiliary Module 38 Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet Power Outlet 27 Audio Speakers/ 18 Rear Fog/Export Subwoofer 39 Amplifier Body Control 28 OnStar® System (If Module Equipped) Circuit Usage (Export Only) Breakers 29 Engine Control 19 Rear Windshield Module 1 Driver Power Seat Wiper/Washer Switch 30 Canister Vent 20 Windshield 2 Passenger Power Washer Pump 31 Fuel Pump Seat Switch 21 Sunroof 33 Stop Lamps 3 Power Windows (Export Only) 22 Right Position Lamp 4 Power Steering (Export Only) Column Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (55,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-55

Circuit Usage Breakers 32 Left Rear Window Switch 37 Right Rear Window Switch Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V Wagon) The rear compartment fuse block is on the passenger side of the vehicle, behind the trim panel in the rear compartment. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown. Relays Usage Relays Usage 5 Stop Lamps 9 Right Position Lamp (Export Only) (Export Only) 6 Door Lock 10 Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet 7 Door Unlock 11 Not Used 8 Fuel Door Unlock (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (56,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-56 Vehicle Care

Relays Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage 12 Side Marker Lamps 23 Regulated Voltage 34 Theft Deterrent Control Sensor System/Universal 13 Left Position Lamps Garage Door 24 Audio System Opener Mini-Fuses Usage (Radio) 35 Memory Seat 25 Airbag System 14 Right Position Lamp Module 26 Remote Keyless 15 Left Position Lamp 36 Passenger Door Entry/PASS-Key® Module 16 Door Lock Theft Deterrent 17 Console/Auxiliary Module 38 Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet Power Outlet 27 Audio Speakers/ 18 Rear Fog/Export Subwoofer 39 Amplifier Body Control 28 OnStar® System Module Circuit Usage (Export Only) 29 Engine Control Breakers Module 19 Rear Windshield 1 Driver Power Seat Wiper/Washer 30 Canister Vent Switch 20 Windshield 31 Rear Differential 2 Passenger Power Washer Pump Cooling Pump Seat Switch 21 Fuel Pump 33 Stop Lamps 3 Power Windows (Export Only) 22 Right Position Lamp 4 Power Steering (Export Only) Column Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (57,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-57

Circuit Usage Breakers 32 Left Rear Window Switch 37 Right Rear Window Switch Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Coupe) The rear compartment fuse block is on top of the battery, on the right side of the trunk. The battery access door must be removed to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Relays Usage Relays Usage 5 Stop Lamps 9 Right Position Lamp (Export Only) (Export Only) 6 Door Lock 10 Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet 7 Door Unlock 8 Fuel Door Unlock (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (58,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-58 Vehicle Care

Relays Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage 11 Sedan Trunk 22 Right Position Lamp 34 Theft Deterrent Release/Coupe (Export Only) System/Universal Rear Fog Garage Door 23 Regulated Voltage (Export Only) Opener Control Sensor 12 Side Marker Lamps 35 Memory Seat 24 Audio System Module 13 Left Position Lamps (Radio) 36 Passenger Door 25 Airbag System Mini-Fuses Usage Module 26 Remote Keyless 38 Side Blind Zone 14 Right Position Lamp Entry/PASS-Key® Alert (Coupe Only) 15 Left Position Lamp Theft Deterrent Module 39 Amplifier 16 Door Lock 27 Audio Speakers/ 17 Console/Auxiliary Subwoofer Circuit Usage Power Outlet Breakers 28 OnStar® System (If 18 Rear Fog/Export Equipped) 1 Driver Power Seat Body Control Switch Module 29 Engine Control 2 Passenger Power (Export Only) Module Seat Switch 19 Trunk Release 30 Canister Vent 3 Power Windows 20 Easy Entry Seats 31 Fuel Pump 4 Power Steering (Coupe Only) 33 Stop Lamps Column 21 Sunroof (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (59,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-59

Circuit Usage Breakers 32 Left Rear Window Switch 37 Right Rear Window Switch Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V Coupe and Sedan) The rear compartment fuse block is on top of the battery, on the right side of the trunk. The battery access door must be removed to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Relays Usage Relays Usage features shown. 5 Stop Lamps 9 Right Position Lamp (Export Only) (Export Only) 6 Door Lock 10 Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet 7 Door Unlock 8 Fuel Door Unlock (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (60,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-60 Vehicle Care

Relays Usage Mini-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses Usage 11 Sedan Trunk 22 Right Position Lamp 34 Theft Deterrent Release/Coupe (Export Only) System/Universal Rear Fog Garage Door 23 Regulated Voltage (Export Only) Opener Control Sensor 12 Side Marker Lamps 35 Memory Seat 24 Audio System Module 13 Left Position Lamps (Radio) 36 Passenger Door 25 Airbag System Mini-Fuses Usage Module 26 Remote Keyless 38 Side Blind Zone 14 Right Position Lamp Entry/PASS-Key® Alert (Coupe Only) 15 Left Position Lamp Theft Deterrent Module 39 Amplifier 16 Door Lock 27 Audio Speakers/ 17 Console/Auxiliary Subwoofer Circuit Usage Power Outlet Breakers 28 OnStar® System (If 18 Rear Fog/Export Equipped) 1 Driver Power Seat Body Control Switch Module 29 Engine Control 2 Passenger Power (Export Only) Module Seat Switch 19 Trunk Release 30 Canister Vent 3 Power Windows 20 Easy Entry Seats 31 Rear Differential 4 Power Steering (Coupe Only) Cooling Pump Column 21 Fuel Pump 33 Stop Lamps (Export Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (61,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-61

Circuit Usage Wheels and Tires { Warning Breakers 32 Left Rear Window Tires . Poorly maintained and Switch Every new GM vehicle has improperly used tires are dangerous. 37 Right Rear Window high-quality tires made by a Switch leading tire manufacturer. See . Overloading the tires can the warranty manual for cause overheating as a information regarding the tire result of too much flexing. warranty and where to get There could be a blowout service. For additional and a serious crash. See information refer to the tire Vehicle Load Limits on manufacturer. page 9-11. . Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting crash could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (62,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-62 Vehicle Care

All-Season Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) This vehicle may come with . Overinflated tires are more center should repair, all-season tires. These tires are likely to be cut, punctured, replace, dismount, and designed to provide good overall or broken by a sudden mount the tires. performance on most road surfaces impact — such as when and weather conditions. Original . Do not spin the tires in equipment tires designed to GM's hitting a pothole. Keep excess of 56 km/h tires at the recommended specific tire performance criteria (35 mph) on slippery have a TPC specification code pressure. surfaces such as snow, molded onto the sidewall. Original . Worn or old tires can mud, ice, etc. Excessive equipment all-season tires can be cause a crash. If the tread spinning may cause the identified by the last two characters is badly worn, tires to explode. of this TPC code, which will replace them. be “MS.” Consider installing winter tires on . Replace any tires that See Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation on the vehicle if frequent driving on have been damaged by snow or ice-covered roads is impacts with potholes, page 10-71 for inflation pressure expected. All-season tires provide curbs, etc. adjustment for high-speed adequate performance for most driving. . Improperly repaired tires winter driving conditions, but they can cause a crash. Only may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter the dealer or an tires on snow or ice-covered roads. authorized tire service See Winter Tires on page 10-63. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (63,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-63

Winter Tires . Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and { Caution This vehicle was not originally speed rating as the original equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires. Low-profile tires are more tires are designed for increased susceptible to damage from Winter tires with the same speed traction on snow and ice-covered road hazards or curb impact rating as the original equipment tires roads. Consider installing winter may not be available for H, V, W, Y, than standard profile tires. Tire tires on the vehicle if frequent and ZR speed rated tires. If winter and/or wheel assembly damage driving on snow or ice-covered tires with a lower speed rating are can occur when coming into roads is expected. See your dealer chosen, never exceed the tire's contact with road hazards like for details regarding winter tire maximum speed capability. potholes, or sharp edged availability and proper tire selection. objects, or when sliding into a Also, see Buying New Tires on Low-Profile Tires curb. The warranty does not page 10-79. cover this type of damage. With winter tires, there may be If the vehicle has P235/50R18, Keep tires set to the correct decreased dry road traction, 245/45ZR19, P245/45R19, 255/ inflation pressure and when increased road noise, and shorter 40ZR19, P265/45R18, 275/ possible, avoid contact with tread life. After changing to winter 40ZR19 or 285/35ZR19 size curbs, potholes, and other road tires, be alert for changes in vehicle tires, they are classified as hazards. handling and braking. low-profile tires. These tires are If using winter tires: designed for very responsive . Use tires of the same brand and driving on wet or dry pavement, tread type on all four wheel however, may produce more positions. road noise and tend to wear faster. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (64,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-64 Vehicle Care

Summer Performance Tires temperatures or on snow or ice particular tire's width, height, covered roads is expected. See aspect ratio, construction type, Many General Motors high Winter Tires on page 10-63. performance models come and service description. See the Tire Size illustration later in this factory-equipped with tires that Tire Sidewall Labeling “ ” are optimized for maximum dry section. and wet road performance while Useful information about a tire is (2) TPC Spec (Tire still retaining satisfactory tread molded into its sidewall. The Performance Criteria life, excellent durability, and low examples show a typical Specification): Original noise levels. In severe winter passenger vehicle tire and a equipment tires designed to climates where snowfall may be compact spare tire sidewall. GM's specific tire performance significant, these tires may be criteria have a TPC specification found to provide less traction. code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or Summer Tires exceed all federal safety This vehicle may come with high guidelines. performance summer tires. These (3) DOT (Department of tires have a special tread and Transportation): The compound that are optimized for Department of Transportation maximum dry and wet road (DOT) code indicates that the performance. This special tread and compound will decrease tire is in compliance with performance in cold climates, and the U.S. Department of on ice and snow. We recommend Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example Transportation Motor Vehicle installing winter tires on the (1) Tire Size: The tire size is a Safety Standards. vehicle if frequent driving in cold combination of letters and numbers used to define a Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (65,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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DOT Tire Date of (5) Tire Ply Material: The type Manufacture: The last four of cord and number of plies in digits of the TIN indicate the the sidewall and under the tread. tire manufactured date. The first (6) Uniform Tire Quality two digits represent the week Grading (UTQG): Tire (01–52) and the last two digits, manufacturers are required to the year. For example, the third grade tires based on three week of the year 2010 would performance factors: treadwear, have a four-digit DOT date traction, and temperature of 0310. resistance. For more information (4) Tire Identification Number see Uniform Tire Quality (TIN): The letters and numbers Grading on page 10-82. Compact Spare Tire Example following the DOT (Department (7) Maximum Cold Inflation (1) Tire Ply Material: The type of Transportation) code are the Load Limit: Maximum load that of cord and number of plies in Tire Identification Number can be carried and the the sidewall and under the tread. (TIN). The TIN shows the maximum pressure needed to manufacturer and plant code, support that load. tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (66,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-66 Vehicle Care

(2) Temporary Use Only: The (4) Maximum Cold Inflation (7) TPC Spec (Tire compact spare tire or temporary Load Limit: Maximum load Performance Criteria use tire should not be driven at that can be carried and the Specification): Original speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). maximum pressure needed to equipment tires designed to The compact spare tire is for support that load. GM's specific tire performance emergency use when a regular (5) Tire Inflation: The criteria have a TPC specification road tire has lost air and gone temporary use tire or compact code molded onto the sidewall. flat. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire should be inflated to GM's TPC specifications meet or spare tire, see Compact Spare 420 kPa (60 psi). For more exceed all federal safety Tire on page 10-104 and If a information on tire pressure and guidelines. Tire Goes Flat on page 10-85. inflation see Tire Pressure on (3) Tire Identification Number page 10-70. Tire Designations (TIN): The letters and numbers (6) Tire Size: A combination of Tire Size following the DOT (Department letters and numbers define a The following is an example of a of Transportation) code are tire's width, height, aspect ratio, typical passenger vehicle the Tire Identification Number construction type, and service tire size. (TIN). The TIN shows the description. The letter T as the manufacturer and plant code, first character in the tire size tire size, and date the tire was means the tire is for temporary manufactured. The TIN is use only. molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (67,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: diagonal or bias ply Accessory Weight: The The United States version of a construction; and the letter B combined weight of optional metric tire sizing system. The means belted-bias ply accessories. Some examples letter P as the first character in construction. of optional accessories are the tire size means a passenger (5) Rim Diameter: Diameter of automatic transmission, power vehicle tire engineered to the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air standards set by the U.S. Tire conditioning. and Rim Association. (6) Service Description: These characters represent the load Aspect Ratio: The relationship (2) Tire Width: The three-digit index and speed rating of the of a tire's height to its width. number indicates the tire section tire. The load index represents Belt: A rubber coated layer of width in millimeters from the load carrying capacity a tire cords between the plies and the sidewall to sidewall. is certified to carry. The speed tread. Cords may be made from (3) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit rating is the maximum speed a steel or other reinforcing number that indicates the tire tire is certified to carry a load. materials. height-to-width measurements. Bead: The tire bead contains For example, if the tire size Tire Terminology and steel wires wrapped by steel aspect ratio is 60, as shown in Definitions cords that hold the tire onto item 3 of the illustration, it would the rim. mean that the tire's sidewall is Air Pressure: The amount of 60 percent as high as it is wide. air inside the tire pressing Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire outward on each square inch in which the plies are laid at (4) Construction Code: A letter of the tire. Air pressure is alternate angles less than code is used to indicate the type expressed in kPa (kilopascal) 90 degrees to the centerline of of ply construction in the tire. or psi (pounds per square inch). the tread. The letter R means radial ply construction; the letter D means Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (68,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-68 Vehicle Care

Cold Tire Pressure: The identify the tire manufacturer, Load Index: An assigned amount of air pressure in a tire, production plant, brand, and number ranging from 1 to 279 measured in kPa (kilopascal) date of production. that corresponds to the load or psi (pounds per square inch) GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight carrying capacity of a tire. before a tire has built up heat Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits Maximum Inflation Pressure: from driving. See Tire Pressure on page 9-11. The maximum air pressure to on page 10-70. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight which a cold tire can be inflated. Curb Weight: The weight of a Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure is motor vehicle with standard and Vehicle Load Limits on molded onto the sidewall. optional equipment including the page 9-11. Maximum Load Rating: The maximum capacity of fuel, oil, GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight load rating for a tire at the and coolant, but without maximum permissible inflation passengers and cargo. Rating for the rear axle. See Vehicle Load Limits on pressure for that tire. DOT Markings: A code molded page 9-11. Maximum Loaded Vehicle into the sidewall of a tire Intended Outboard Sidewall: Weight: The sum of curb signifying that the tire is in weight, accessory weight, compliance with the U.S. The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward vehicle capacity weight, and Department of Transportation production options weight. (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety when mounted on a vehicle. Standards. The DOT code Kilopascal (kPa): The metric Normal Occupant Weight: The includes the Tire Identification unit for air pressure. number of occupants a vehicle Number (TIN), an alphanumeric is designed to seat multiplied by designator which can also Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load tire used on light duty trucks and Limits on page 9-11. some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (69,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-69

Occupant Distribution: Recommended Inflation Traction: The friction between Designated seating positions. Pressure: Vehicle the tire and the road surface. Outward Facing Sidewall: The manufacturer's recommended The amount of grip provided. side of an asymmetrical tire that tire inflation pressure as shown Tread: The portion of a tire has a particular side that faces on the tire placard. See Tire that comes into contact with outward when mounted on a Pressure on page 10-70 and the road. vehicle. The side of the tire that Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-11. Treadwear Indicators: Narrow contains a whitewall, bears bands, sometimes called wear white lettering, or bears Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic bars, that show across the tread manufacturer, brand, and/or tire in which the ply cords that of a tire when only 1.6 mm model name molding that is extend to the beads are laid at (1/16 in) of tread remains. See higher or deeper than the same 90 degrees to the centerline of When It Is Time for New Tires moldings on the other sidewall the tread. on page 10-78. of the tire. Rim: A metal support for a tire UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A and upon which the tire beads Grading Standards): A tire tire used on passenger cars and are seated. information system that provides some light duty trucks and Sidewall: The portion of a tire consumers with ratings for a multipurpose vehicles. between the tread and the bead. tire's traction, temperature, Speed Rating: An and treadwear. Ratings are alphanumeric code assigned to determined by tire a tire indicating the maximum manufacturers using speed at which a tire can government testing procedures. operate. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (70,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-70 Vehicle Care

The ratings are molded into the Tire Pressure sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Caution (Continued) Tire Quality Grading on Tires need the correct amount of page 10-82. air pressure to operate Overinflated tires, or tires that effectively. Vehicle Capacity Weight: The have too much air, can result in: number of designated seating { Caution positions multiplied by . Unusual wear. 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated Neither tire underinflation nor . Poor handling. cargo load. See Vehicle Load overinflation is good. Limits on page 9-11. Underinflated tires, or tires . Rough ride. Vehicle Maximum Load on the that do not have enough air, . Needless damage from can result in: Tire: Load on an individual tire road hazards. due to curb weight, accessory . Tire overloading and weight, occupant weight, and overheating which could The Tire and Loading cargo weight. lead to a blowout. Information label on the vehicle Vehicle Placard: A label . Premature or indicates the original equipment permanently attached to a irregular wear. tires and the correct cold tire vehicle showing the vehicle inflation pressures. The . Poor handling. capacity weight and the original recommended pressure is the equipment tire size and . Reduced fuel economy. minimum air pressure needed to recommended inflation pressure. (Continued) support the vehicle's maximum See “Tire and Loading load carrying capacity. See Information Label” under Vehicle Vehicle Load Limits on Load Limits on page 9-11. page 9-11. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (71,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 10-104. 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (72,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-72 Vehicle Care

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 9-11 and Tire Pressure on by the vehicle manufacturer on the ability. page 10-70. vehicle placard or tire inflation Please note that the TPMS is Example: pressure label. (If your vehicle has not a 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 tire inflation pressure label, you pressure, even if under-inflation has the rim flange. It will read should determine the proper tire not reached the level to trigger something 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (73,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The TPMS malfunction indicator is See Radio Frequency Statement on When a low tire pressure condition combined with the low tire pressure page 13-15. is detected, the TPMS illuminates telltale. When the system detects a the low tire pressure warning light malfunction, the telltale will flash for Tire Pressure Monitor located on the instrument cluster. approximately one minute and then Operation If the warning light comes on, stop remain continuously illuminated. as soon as possible and inflate the This sequence will continue upon This vehicle may have a Tire tires to the recommended pressure subsequent vehicle start-ups as Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). shown on the tire loading long as the malfunction exists. The TPMS is designed to warn the information label. See Vehicle Load driver when a low tire pressure When the malfunction indicator is Limits on page 9-11. condition exists. TPMS sensors are illuminated, the system may not be A message to check the pressure in mounted onto each tire and wheel able to detect or signal low tire a specific tire displays in the DIC assembly, excluding the spare tire pressure as intended. TPMS display screen. The low tire and wheel assembly, if the vehicle malfunctions may occur for a variety pressure warning light and the DIC has one. The TPMS sensors of reasons, including the installation warning message come at each monitor the air pressure in the tires of replacement or alternate tires or ignition cycle until the tires are and transmits the tire pressure wheels on the vehicle that prevent inflated to the correct inflation readings to a receiver located in the the TPMS from functioning properly. pressure. Using the Driver vehicle. Always check the TPMS malfunction Information Center (DIC), tire telltale after replacing one or more pressure levels can be viewed. For tires or wheels on your vehicle to additional information and details ensure that the replacement or about the DIC operation and alternate tires and wheels allow the displays see Driver Information TPMS to continue to function Center (DIC) on page 5-27 and Tire properly. Messages on page 5-44. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10-73. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (74,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-74 Vehicle Care

The low tire pressure warning light TPMS Malfunction Light and may come on in cool weather when { Caution Message the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This Tire sealant materials are not all The TPMS will not function properly could be an early indicator that the the same. A non-approved tire if one or more of the TPMS sensors air pressure is getting low and sealant could damage the TPMS are missing or inoperable. When the needs to be inflated to the proper sensors. TPMS sensor damage system detects a malfunction, the pressure. caused by using an incorrect tire low tire warning light flashes for sealant is not covered by the about one minute and then stays on The Tire and Loading Information vehicle warranty. Always use only for the remainder of the ignition label shows the size of the original the GM approved tire sealant cycle. A DIC warning message also equipment tires and the correct displays. The malfunction light and inflation pressure for the tires when available through your dealer or included in the vehicle. DIC warning message come on at they are cold. See Vehicle Load each ignition cycle until the problem Limits on page 9-11, for an example is corrected. Some of the conditions of the Tire and Loading Information Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits that can cause these to come label and its location. Also see Tire use a GM approved liquid tire on are: Pressure on page 10-70. sealant. Using non-approved tire . One of the road tires has been sealants could damage the TPMS The TPMS can warn about a low replaced with the spare tire, sensors. See Tire Sealant and tire pressure condition but it if the vehicle has one. The spare Compressor Kit on page 10-86 for does not replace normal tire tire does not have a TPMS information regarding the inflator kit maintenance. See Tire Inspection sensor. The malfunction light materials and instructions. on page 10-76, Tire Rotation on and the DIC message should page 10-76 and Tires on go off after the road tire is page 10-61. replaced and the sensor matching process is performed successfully. See “TPMS Sensor Matching Process” later in this section. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (75,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-75

. The TPMS sensor matching . Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the process was not done or not being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger rotating the tires. The TPMS could cause the TPMS side rear tire, and driver side rear. malfunction light and the DIC sensors to malfunction. See your dealer for service or to message should go off after If the TPMS is not functioning purchase a relearn tool. successfully completing the properly, it cannot detect or signal a sensor matching process. See There are two minutes to match the low tire condition. See your dealer first tire/wheel position, and “TPMS Sensor Matching for service if the TPMS malfunction Process” later in this section. five minutes overall to match all four light and DIC message comes on tire/wheel positions. If it takes . One or more TPMS sensors are and stays on. longer, the matching process stops missing or damaged. The and must be restarted. malfunction light and the DIC TPMS Sensor Matching message should go off when the Process The TPMS matching process is: TPMS sensors are installed and Each TPMS sensor has a unique 1. Set the parking brake. the sensor matching process is identification code. The identification 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with performed successfully. See code needs to be matched to a new the engine off. your dealer for service. tire/wheel position after rotating the 3. Press the Remote Keyless Entry . Replacement tires or wheels do vehicle’s tires or replacing one or (RKE) transmitter's lock and not match the original equipment more of the TPMS sensors. Also, unlock buttons at the same time tires or wheels. Tires and wheels the TPMS sensor matching process for approximately five seconds. other than those recommended should be performed after replacing The horn sounds twice to signal could prevent the TPMS from a spare tire with a road tire the receiver is in relearn mode functioning properly. See Buying containing the TPMS sensor. The and Tire Learning Active New Tires on page 10-79. malfunction light and the DIC message should go off at the next message displays on the DIC ignition cycle. The sensors are screen. matched to the tire/wheel positions, Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (76,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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4. Start with the driver side 9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. . The tread or sidewall is front tire. 10. Set all four tires to the cracked, cut, or snagged 5. Place the relearn tool against recommended air pressure deep enough to show cord or the tire sidewall, near the valve level as indicated on the tire fabric. stem. Then press the button to and loading information label. . The tire has a bump, bulge, activate the TPMS sensor. or split. A horn chirp confirms that the Tire Inspection sensor identification code has . The tire has a puncture, cut, been matched to this tire and We recommend that the tires, or other damage that cannot wheel position. including the spare tire, if the be repaired well because of vehicle has one, be inspected 6. Proceed to the passenger side the size or location of the front tire, and repeat the for signs of wear or damage at damage. procedure in Step 5. least once a month. 7. Proceed to the passenger side Replace the tire if: Tire Rotation rear tire, and repeat the . The indicators at three or If the vehicle has non-directional procedure in Step 5. more places around the tire tires, they should be rotated 8. Proceed to the driver side rear can be seen. every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. See tire, and repeat the procedure in Maintenance Schedule on . There is cord or fabric Step 5. After hearing the page 11-4. confirming horn chirp, for the showing through the tire's driver side rear tire, the horn rubber. Tires are rotated to achieve a sounds two more times to signal uniform wear for all tires. The the tire learning mode is no first rotation is the most longer active. important. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (77,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Anytime unusual wear is noticed, rotate the tires as soon as possible, check for proper tire inflation pressure, and check for damaged tires or wheels. If the unusual wear continues after the rotation, check the wheel alignment. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10-78 and Wheel Replacement on page 10-83. Directional tires should not be Use this rotation pattern if the Use this rotation pattern when rotated. Each tire and wheel vehicle has different size tires rotating tires of the same size should be used only in the on the front and rear and they installed on all four wheel position it is in. Directional tires are non-directional. positions. will have an arrow on the tire Different tire sizes should not be If the vehicle has a compact indicating the proper direction of rotated front to rear. spare tire, do not include it in the rotation or will have “left” or tire rotation. “right” molded on the sidewall. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (78,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-78 Vehicle Care

Adjust the front and rear tires to When It Is Time for New { Warning the recommended inflation Tires pressure on the Tire and Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Loading Information label after Factors such as maintenance, parts to which it is fastened, can temperatures, driving speeds, the tires have been rotated. See make wheel nuts become loose Tire Pressure on page 10-70 vehicle loading, and road conditions after time. The wheel could come affect the wear rate of the tires. and Vehicle Load Limits on off and cause an accident. When page 9-11. changing a wheel, remove any Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor rust or dirt from places where the System. See Tire Pressure wheel attaches to the vehicle. In Monitor Operation on an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use page 10-73. a scraper or wire brush later to Check that all wheel nuts are remove all rust or dirt. properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities Lightly coat the center of the and Specifications on wheel hub with wheel bearing page 12-2. grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up. Do not get Treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires. grease on the flat wheel Treadwear indicators appear when mounting surface or on the the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) wheel nuts or bolts. or less of tread remaining. See Tire Inspection on page 10-76 and Tire Rotation on page 10-76. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (79,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-79

The rubber in tires ages over time. slow aging. This area should be free GM's exclusive TPC Spec This also applies to the spare tire, of grease, gasoline, or other system considers over a if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate dozen critical specifications that never used. Multiple factors rubber. impact the overall performance including temperatures, loading Parking for an extended period can of the vehicle, including brake conditions, and inflation pressure cause flat spots on the tires that maintenance affect how fast aging system performance, ride and may result in vibrations while handling, traction control, and takes place. GM recommends that driving. When storing a vehicle for tires, including the spare if tire pressure monitoring at least a month, remove the tires or performance. GM's TPC Spec equipped, be replaced after six raise the vehicle to reduce the years, regardless of tread wear. The weight from the tires. number is molded onto the tire's tire manufacturer date is the last sidewall near the tire size. If the four digits of the DOT Tire Buying New Tires tires have an all-season tread Identification Number (TIN) which is design, the TPC Spec number molded into one side of the tire GM has developed and matched will be followed by MS for mud sidewall. The first two digits specific tires for the vehicle. The and snow. See Tire Sidewall represent the week (01 52) and the – original equipment tires installed Labeling on page 10-64, for last two digits, the year. For were designed to meet General example, the third week of the year additional information. Motors Tire Performance Criteria 2010 would have a four-digit DOT GM recommends replacing date of 0310. Specification (TPC Spec) system rating. When worn tires in complete sets of Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, four. Uniform tread depth on all GM strongly recommends tires will help to maintain the Tires age when stored normally performance of the vehicle. mounted on a parked vehicle. Park buying tires with the same TPC a vehicle that will be stored for at Spec rating. Braking and handling least a month in a cool, dry, clean performance may be adversely area away from direct sunlight to affected if all the tires are not replaced at the same time. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (80,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-80 Vehicle Care

If proper rotation and maintenance have been done, { Warning { Warning all four tires should wear out at Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the about the same time. See Tire improper service. Attempting vehicle may cause the wheel Rotation on page 10-76 for to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks information on proper tire could cause injury or death. after many miles of driving. rotation. However, if it is Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail necessary to replace only one tire service center should suddenly and cause a crash. axle set of worn tires, place the mount or dismount the tires. Use only radial-ply tires with new tires on the rear axle. the wheels on the vehicle. Winter tires with the same speed rating as the original equipment { Warning If the vehicle tires must be tires may not be available for H, replaced with a tire that does not V, W, and ZR speed rated tires. Mixing tires of different sizes have a TPC Spec number, make Never exceed the winter tire's (other than those originally sure they are the same size, maximum speed capability when installed on the vehicle), brands, load range, speed rating, and using winter tires with a lower or types may cause loss of construction (radial) as the speed rating. control of the vehicle, resulting in original tires. a crash or other vehicle damage. Use the correct size, brand, and type of tire on all four wheels. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (81,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Vehicles that have a tire Different Size Tires and { Warning pressure monitoring system Wheels could give an inaccurate If different sized wheels are used, low-pressure warning if non-TPC If wheels or tires are installed that are a different size than the original there may not be an acceptable Spec rated tires are installed. level of performance and safety if See Tire Pressure Monitor equipment wheels and tires, vehicle performance, including its braking, tires not recommended for those Operation on page 10-73. ride and handling characteristics, wheels are selected. This The Tire and Loading stability, and resistance to rollover increases the chance of a crash Information label indicates the may be affected. If the vehicle has and serious injury. Only use GM original equipment tires on the electronic systems such as antilock specific wheel and tire systems vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits brakes, rollover airbags, traction developed for the vehicle, and control, electronic stability control, have them properly installed by a on page 9-11, for the label or All-Wheel Drive, the performance GM certified technician. location and more information of these systems can also be about the Tire and Loading affected. Information label. See Buying New Tires on page 10-79 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10-3. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (82,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-82 Vehicle Care

Uniform Tire Quality nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and Grading 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on or to some limited-production the government course as a tire Quality grades can be found tires. graded 100. The relative where applicable on the tire performance of tires depends sidewall between tread shoulder While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars upon the actual conditions of and maximum section width. For their use, however, and may example: and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they depart significantly from the Treadwear 200 Traction AA must also conform to federal norm due to variations in driving Temperature A safety requirements and habits, service practices additional General Motors Tire and differences in road The following information relates characteristics and climate. to the system developed by the Performance Criteria (TPC) United States National Highway standards. Traction Traffic Safety Administration All Passenger Car Tires Must The traction grades, from (NHTSA), which grades tires by Conform to Federal Safety highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, treadwear, traction, and Requirements In Addition To and C. Those grades represent temperature performance. This These Grades. the tire's ability to stop on wet applies only to vehicles sold in Treadwear pavement as measured under the United States. The grades controlled conditions on are molded on the sidewalls of The treadwear grade is a specified government test most passenger car tires. The comparative rating based on the surfaces of asphalt and Uniform Tire Quality Grading wear rate of the tire when tested concrete. A tire marked C may (UTQG) system does not apply under controlled conditions on a have poor traction performance. to deep tread, winter tires, specified government test Warning: The traction grade compact spare tires, tires with course. For example, a tire assigned to this tire is based on Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (83,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Vehicle Care 10-83

straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory surface variations such as troughs tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is acceleration, cornering, required by law. Warning: The vibrating when driving on a smooth hydroplaning, or peak traction temperature grade for this tire is road, the tires and wheels may need characteristics. established for a tire that is to be rebalanced. See your dealer for proper diagnosis. properly inflated and not Temperature overloaded. Excessive speed, CTS-V models should only use The temperature grades are underinflation, or excessive adhesive wheel weights to balance A (the highest), B, and C, loading, either separately or in the tires and wheels. representing the tire's resistance combination, can cause heat to the generation of heat and its buildup and possible tire failure. Wheel Replacement ability to dissipate heat when Replace any wheel that is bent, tested under controlled Wheel Alignment and Tire cracked, or badly rusted or conditions on a specified indoor Balance corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming laboratory test wheel. Sustained loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and high temperature can cause the The tires and wheels were aligned wheel nuts should be replaced. material of the tire to degenerate and balanced at the factory to If the wheel leaks air, replace it. provide the longest tire life and best Some aluminum wheels can be and reduce tire life, and overall performance. Adjustments to repaired. See your dealer if any of excessive temperature can wheel alignment and tire balancing these conditions exist. lead to sudden tire failure. The are not necessary on a regular grade C corresponds to a level Your dealer will know the kind of basis. Consider an alignment check wheel that is needed. of performance which all if there is unusual tire wear or the passenger car tires must meet vehicle is significantly pulling to one Each new wheel should have the under the Federal Motor Safety side or the other. Some slight pull to same load-carrying capacity, Standard No. 109. Grades B and the left or right, depending on the diameter, width, offset, and be crown of the road and/or other road mounted the same way as the one it A represent higher levels of replaces. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (84,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Tire Chains nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor Caution (Continued) System (TPMS) sensors with new GM original equipment parts. ground clearance, and tire or tire { Warning chain clearance to the body and chassis. Do not use tire chains. There is { Warning not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the Using the wrong replacement Used Replacement Wheels proper amount of clearance can wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel cause damage to the brakes, nuts can be dangerous. It could { Warning suspension, or other vehicle affect the braking and handling of parts. The area damaged by the the vehicle. Tires can lose air, Replacing a wheel with a used tire chains could cause loss of and cause loss of control, causing one is dangerous. How it has control and a crash. Use another a crash. Always use the correct been used or how far it has been type of traction device only if its wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel driven may be unknown. It could manufacturer recommends it for nuts for replacement. fail suddenly and cause a crash. the vehicle's tire size combination When replacing wheels, use a and road conditions. Follow that new GM original equipment manufacturer's instructions. To { Caution wheel. avoid vehicle damage, drive slowly and readjust or remove the The wrong wheel can also cause traction device if it contacts the problems with bearing life, brake vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. cooling, speedometer or If traction devices are used, install odometer calibration, headlamp them on the rear tires. aim, bumper height, vehicle (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (85,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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If a Tire Goes Flat A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and { Warning It is unusual for a tire to blow out may require the same correction as while driving, especially if the tires used in a skid. Stop pressing the Lifting a vehicle and getting are maintained properly. See Tires accelerator pedal and steer to under it to do maintenance or on page 10-61. If air goes out of a straighten the vehicle. It may be repairs is dangerous without the tire, it is much more likely to leak very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake appropriate safety equipment and out slowly. But if there is ever a to a stop, well off the road, training. If a jack is provided with blowout, here are a few tips about if possible. the vehicle, it is designed only for what to expect and what to do: changing a flat tire. If it is used for If a front tire fails, the flat tire { Warning anything else, you or others could creates a drag that pulls the vehicle be badly injured or killed if the toward that side. Take your foot off Driving on a flat tire will cause vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack the accelerator pedal and grip the permanent damage to the tire. is provided with the vehicle, only steering wheel firmly. Steer to Re-inflating a tire after it has been use it for changing a flat tire. maintain lane position, and then driven on while severely gently brake to a stop, well off the underinflated or flat may cause a If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire road, if possible. blowout and a serious crash. and wheel damage by driving slowly Never attempt to re-inflate a tire to a level place, well off the road, that has been driven on while if possible. Turn on the hazard severely underinflated or flat. warning flashers. See Hazard Have your dealer or an authorized Warning Flashers on page 6-4. tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as soon as possible. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (86,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-86 Vehicle Care

This vehicle may come with a jack The following information explains { Warning and spare tire or a tire sealant and how to repair or change a tire. compressor kit. To use the jacking Changing a tire can be equipment to change a spare tire Tire Sealant and dangerous. The vehicle can slip safely, follow the instructions below. Compressor Kit off the jack and roll over or fall Then see Tire Changing on causing injury or death. Find a page 10-96. To use the tire sealant level place to change the tire. To and compressor kit, see Tire { Warning help prevent the vehicle from Sealant and Compressor Kit on moving: page 10-86. Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is 1. Set the parking brake firmly. When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), dangerous. Engine exhaust may 2. Put an automatic use the following example as a enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust transmission in P (Park) or a guide to assist you in the placement contains carbon monoxide (CO) of wheel blocks (1). manual transmission in which cannot be seen or smelled. 1 (First) or R (Reverse). It can cause unconsciousness 3. Turn off the engine and do and even death. Never run the not restart while the vehicle engine in an enclosed area that is raised. has no fresh air ventilation. For more information, see Engine 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. Exhaust on page 9-25. 5. Place wheel blocks on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire 1. Wheel Block being changed. 2. Flat Tire Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (87,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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The tire sealant and compressor { Warning { Warning can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in Overinflating a tire could cause Storing the tire sealant and the tread area of the tire. It can the tire to rupture and you or compressor kit or other also be used to inflate an others could be injured. Be sure equipment in the passenger underinflated tire. to read and follow the tire sealant compartment of the vehicle could and compressor kit instructions cause injury. In a sudden stop or If the tire has been separated from and inflate the tire to its collision, loose equipment could the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, or has a large puncture, the tire is recommended pressure. Do not strike someone. Store the tire too severely damaged for the tire exceed the recommended sealant and compressor kit in its sealant and compressor kit to be pressure. original location. effective. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. If this vehicle has a tire sealant Read and follow all of the tire and compressor kit, there may not sealant and compressor kit be a spare tire or tire changing instructions. equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (88,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

10-88 Vehicle Care

The kit includes: 2. On/Off Button Check the tire sealant expiration 3. Pressure Gauge date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced 4. Pressure Deflation Button before its expiration date. 5. Tire Sealant Canister Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer. See 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) “Removal and Installation of the 7. Air Only Hose (Black) Sealant Canister” following. 8. Power Plug There is only enough sealant to seal one tire. After usage, the sealant 9. Canister Release Button (Under canister and sealant/air hose Sealant/Air Hose) assembly must be replaced. See Tire Sealant “Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister” following. Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to Using the Tire Sealant and the sealant canister. Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage.

1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Air Only) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (89,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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3. Pressure Gauge Do not remove any objects that 4. Pressure Deflation Button have penetrated the tire. 5. Tire Sealant Canister 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) location. See Storing the Tire 7. Air Only Hose (Black) Sealant and Compressor Kit (Coupe) on page 10-94 or 8. Power Plug Storing the Tire Sealant and 9. Canister Release Button (Under Compressor Kit (Wagon) on Sealant/Air Hose) page 10-95 or Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit When using the tire sealant and (Sedan) on page 10-96. compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a 2. Unwrap the sealant/air hose (6) heated environment for five minutes. and the power plug (8). This will help to inflate the tire 3. Place the kit on the ground. faster. Make sure the tire valve stem is If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire positioned close to the ground and wheel damage by driving slowly so the hose will reach it. to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard 4. Remove the valve stem cap from Warning Flashers on page 6-4. the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-85 for other important 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (6) 1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or safety warnings. onto the tire valve stem. Turn it Air Only) clockwise until it is tight. 2. On/Off Button Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (90,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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6. Plug the power plug (8) into the The pressure gauge (3) will accessory power outlet in the initially show a high pressure { Caution vehicle. Unplug all items from while the compressor pushes the other accessory power outlets. sealant into the tire. Once the If the recommended pressure See Power Outlets on page 5-9. sealant is completely dispersed cannot be reached after approximately 25 minutes, the If the vehicle has an accessory into the tire, the pressure will quickly drop and start to rise vehicle should not be driven power outlet, do not use the farther. The tire is too severely cigarette lighter. again as the tire inflates with air only. damaged and the tire sealant and If the vehicle only has a cigarette compressor kit cannot inflate the 10. Inflate the tire to the lighter, use the cigarette lighter. tire. Remove the power plug from recommended inflation Do not pinch the power plug pressure using the pressure the accessory power outlet and cord in the door or window. gauge (3). The recommended unscrew the inflating hose from inflation pressure can be found the tire valve. See Roadside 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle Service on page 13-5. must be running while using the on the Tire and Loading air compressor. Information label. See Tire Pressure on page 10-70. 11. Press the on/off button (2) to 8. Press and turn the selector turn the tire sealant and switch (1) counterclockwise to The pressure gauge (3) may compressor kit off. the Sealant + Air position. read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor The tire is not sealed and will 9. Press the on/off button (2) to is on. Turn the compressor off continue to leak air until the turn the tire sealant and to get an accurate pressure vehicle is driven and the compressor kit on. reading. The compressor may sealant is distributed in the tire, The compressor will inject be turned on/off until the therefore, Steps 12–18 must be sealant and air into the tire. correct pressure is reached. done immediately after Step 11. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (91,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Be careful while handling the maximum speed label from the If the tire pressure has fallen tire sealant and compressor kit sealant canister (5) and place it more than 68 kPa (10 psi) as it could be warm after in a highly visible location. Do below the recommended usage. not exceed the speed on this inflation pressure, stop driving 12. Unplug the power plug (8) from label until the damaged tire is the vehicle. The tire is too the accessory power outlet in repaired or replaced. severely damaged and the tire the vehicle. 17. Return the equipment to its sealant cannot seal the tire. original storage location in the See Roadside Service on 13. Turn the sealant/air hose (6) page 13-5. counterclockwise to remove it vehicle. from the tire valve stem. 18. Immediately drive the vehicle If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 68 kPa 14. Replace the tire valve 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the sealant in the tire. (10 psi) from the recommended stem cap. inflation pressure, inflate the 15. Replace the sealant/air hose 19. Stop at a safe location and tire to the recommended (6), and the power plug (8) check the tire pressure. Refer inflation pressure. back in their original location. to Steps 1–11 under “Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor 20. Wipe off any sealant from the Kit without Sealant to Inflate a wheel, tire, and vehicle. Tire (Not Punctured).” 21. Dispose of the used sealant canister (5) and sealant/air hose (6) assembly at a local dealer or in accordance with local state codes and practices. 16. If the flat tire was able to inflate to the recommended inflation pressure, remove the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (92,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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22. Replace with a new canister 3. Pressure Gauge assembly available from your 4. Pressure Deflation Button dealer. 5. Tire Sealant Canister 23. After temporarily sealing the tire using the tire sealant and 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) compressor kit, take the 7. Air Only Hose (Black) vehicle to an authorized dealer within 161 km (100 mi) of 8. Power Plug driving to have the tire repaired 9. Canister Release Button (Under or replaced. Sealant/Air Hose) Using the Tire Sealant and If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire Compressor Kit without and wheel damage by driving slowly Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not to a level place. Turn on the hazard Punctured) warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6-4. To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant:

1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Air Only) 2. On/Off Button Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (93,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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See If a Tire Goes Flat on 6. Plug the power plug (8) into the 10. Inflate the tire to the page 10-85 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 10-94 or cigarette lighter. Pressure on page 10-70. Storing the Tire Sealant and If the vehicle only has a cigarette The pressure gauge (3) may Compressor Kit (Wagon) on lighter, use the cigarette lighter. read higher than the actual tire page 10-95 or Storing the Tire pressure while the compressor Sealant and Compressor Kit Do not pinch the power plug is on. Turn the compressor off (Sedan) on page 10-96. cord in the door or window. to get an accurate reading. The 2. Unwrap the air only hose (7) and 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle compressor may be turned on/ the power plug (8). must be running while using the off until the correct pressure is air compressor. reached. 3. Place the kit on the ground. 8. Press and turn the selector If you inflate the tire higher Make sure the tire valve stem is switch (1) clockwise to the Air than the recommended positioned close to the ground Only position. pressure you can adjust the so the hose will reach it. excess pressure by pressing 9. Press the on/off button (2) to the pressure deflation 4. Remove the tire valve stem cap turn the compressor on. from the flat tire by turning it button (4) until the proper counterclockwise. The compressor will inflate the pressure reading is reached. tire with air only. This option is only functional 5. Attach the air only hose (7) onto when using the air only the tire valve stem by turning it hose (7). clockwise until it is tight. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (94,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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11. Press the on/off button (2) to Removal and Installation of the turn the tire sealant and Sealant Canister compressor kit off. To remove the sealant canister: Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. as it could be warm after 2. Press the canister release usage. button (9). 12. Unplug the power plug (8) from 3. Pull up and remove the canister. the accessory power outlet in 4. Replace with a new canister the vehicle. which is available from your 13. Disconnect the air only hose dealer. (7) from the tire valve stem, by The tire sealant and compressor kit 5. Push the new canister into turning it counterclockwise, and has an accessory adapter located in place. replace the tire valve stem cap. a compartment on the bottom of its 14. Replace the air only hose (7) housing that may be used to inflate Storing the Tire Sealant and the power plug (8) and air mattresses, balls, etc. cord back in its original and Compressor Kit location. (Coupe) 15. Place the equipment in the The tire sealant and compressor kit original storage location in the is in the trunk in one of the following vehicle. locations. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-17. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (95,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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3. Remove the tire sealant and 3. Subwoofer (Optional) compressor kit from the foam 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate container. on page 2-19. To store the tire sealant and 2. Pull up on the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps. compressor kit (1) to remove it from the foam container (2). Storing the Tire Sealant It is not necessary to remove the and Compressor Kit subwoofer (3) to access the tire (Wagon) sealant and compressor kit; The tire sealant and compressor kit however, if you want to remove it is in the rear of the vehicle. see Tire Changing on page 10-96 for instructions. To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps.

2. Remove the retainer that holds 1. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit the tire sealant and compressor kit in place. 2. Foam Container Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (96,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Storing the Tire Sealant To store the tire sealant and and Compressor Kit compressor kit, reverse the steps. (Sedan) Tire Changing The tire sealant and compressor kit Removing the Spare Tire and is in the trunk in one of the following locations. Tools (Sedan)

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 Sedan of the cargo area. 1. Wing Nut 3. Remove the wing nut (3) that 2. Spare Tire holds the tire sealant and 3. Jack compressor kit (1) in place. 4. Wheel Wrench 4. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit (1) from the foam 5. Extension (If Equipped) container (2). 6. Strap Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (97,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To access the spare tire and jacking Removing the Spare Tire and 1. Wing Nut equipment: Tools (Wagon) 2. Spare Tire 1. Remove the spare tire cover. 3. Jack 2. Remove the foam cover, 4. Subwoofer (If Equipped) if equipped. 5. Wheel Wrench (Two-Piece 3. Remove the stow rod cap by Shown, Three-Piece Similar) pulling it straight up off of the rod. 6. Extension (If Equipped) 4. Turn the wing nut (1) on the 7. Cable compact spare tire (2) To access the spare tire and jacking counterclockwise to remove. equipment: 5. Remove the spare tire and place 1. Remove the spare tire cover. it next to the flat tire. 2. Remove the subwoofer (4), if the 6. The tools you will be using next vehicle has one. include the jack (3), wheel wrench (4), and extension (5), To remove the subwoofer: if the vehicle has one. 2.1. Turn the nut (1) counterclockwise to remove. 2.2. Disconnect the connector wire. 2.3. Pull the subwoofer (4) up to remove it from the stow rod. 3. Remove the spare tire (2) and place it next to the flat tire. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (98,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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4. Remove the jack (3), wheel 3. Slide the jack (3) forward to wrench (5), and extension (6), remove it from the floor storage if the vehicle has one. bracket. To remove the jack: Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-85

3. Find the jacking location using the diagram above, and the corresponding V-shaped locating notches in the plastic molding.

1. Retainer Nut { Warning 2. Jack Stowage Bracket Getting under a vehicle when it is 3. Jack lifted on a jack is dangerous. 1. Turn the retainer nut (1) If the vehicle slips off the jack, counterclockwise to remove. 2. Use the wrench to loosen all of you could be badly injured or the wheel nuts. Do not remove killed. Never get under a vehicle 2. Remove the jack stowage them yet. when it is supported only by bracket (2). a jack. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (99,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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{ Warning { Caution

Lifting a vehicle and getting under If you position the jack under the it to do maintenance or repairs is rocker molding and attempt to dangerous without the raise the vehicle, you could break appropriate safety equipment and the molding and/or cause other training. If a jack is provided with damage to your vehicle. Always the vehicle, it is designed only for position the jack so that when the changing a flat tire. If it is used for jack head is raised, it will fit firmly Coin/Pierce Jack and Wrench anything else, you or others could in the notch located inboard from be badly injured or killed if the the rocker molding. vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, only 4. If you have a coin/pierce jack, use it for changing a flat tire. attach the jack handle extension to the jack by sliding the hook through the end of the jack and { Warning insert the other end of the jack handle into the wrench. Raising the vehicle with the jack If you have a hex head jack, improperly positioned can place the hex tube end of the damage the vehicle and even wrench over the hex head of make the vehicle fall. To help the jack. Hex Head Jack and Wrench avoid personal injury and vehicle 5. Turn the wheel wrench damage, be sure to fit the jack lift counterclockwise to lower the head into the proper location jack lift head until the jack fits before raising the vehicle. under the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (100,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Warning (Continued)

towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt.

{ Warning

Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might 6. Raise the jack by turning the 9. Remove all of the wheel nuts come loose. The vehicle's wheel wheel wrench clockwise until the and the flat tire. could fall off, causing a crash. 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 changing a wheel, remove any the vehicle far enough off the rust or dirt from places where the ground for the compact spare tire to fit under the vehicle. wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (101,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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14. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench { Caution counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive { Warning brake repairs, evenly tighten the Wheel nuts that are improperly or wheel nuts in the proper incorrectly tightened can cause sequence and to the proper the wheels to become loose or torque specification. See come off. The wheel nuts should Capacities and Specifications for be tightened with a torque wrench the wheel nut torque specification. 10. Remove any rust or dirt from to the proper torque specification 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (102,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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1. Put back all tools as they were Warning (Continued) stored in the rear storage compartment and put the collision, loose equipment could compartment cover back on. strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 2. Put the flat tire in the tire storage bag, if there is one. Storing the Flat Tire with a Flat 3. Place the tire, lying flat, in the Load Floor (Sedan) rear storage compartment. 4. Route the loop end of the strap (3) through one of the cargo tie-downs (1) in the rear of 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in the vehicle. a crisscross sequence as 5. Route the hook (2) through the shown. loop (3). Storing a Flat or Spare Tire 6. Pull the strap to tighten it around and Tools the cargo tie-down (1).

{ Warning

Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger 1. Cargo Tie-Down compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or 2. Hook (Continued) 3. Loop Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (103,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Storing the Flat Tire with a Flat 2. Put the flat tire in the tire storage Load Floor (Wagon) bag, if there is one. 3. Place the tire, lying flat, in the 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 7. Route the hook end of the strap wheel spoke (3) and place the through the wheel. hook into the slot in the cargo 8. Attach the hook to the cargo rail on the driver side of the 1. Hook tie-down in the rear of the vehicle. vehicle. 2. Liftgate Striker 7. Slide the D-ring (5) on that side 9. Slide the buckle to tighten the 3. Wheel Spoke forward to engage the hook. cargo tie-down strap. 4. Wheel Spoke 8. Route the other hook under the wheel spoke (4) and place the 5. D-rings hook into the slot in the cargo 1. Return all tools as they were rail on the passenger side of the stored in the rear storage vehicle. compartment and put the 9. Slide the D-ring (5) on that side compartment cover on. forward to engage the hook. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (104,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Storing the Compact Spare Stop as soon as possible and check Tire and Tools that the spare tire is correctly { Caution inflated after being installed on the Reverse the instructions for vehicle. The compact spare tire is When the compact spare is removing the spare tire and tools to designed for temporary use only. installed, do not take the vehicle store the compact spare tire. The vehicle will perform differently through an automatic car wash with the spare tire installed and it is with guide rails. The compact Compact Spare Tire recommended that the vehicle spare can get caught on the rails speed be limited to 80 km/h which can damage the tire, wheel, { Warning (50 mph). To conserve the tread of and other parts of the vehicle. the spare tire, have the standard tire Driving with more than one repaired or replaced as soon as Do not use the compact spare on compact spare tire at a time could convenient and return the spare tire other vehicles. result in loss of braking and to the storage area. handling. This could lead to a Do not mix the compact spare tire or When using a compact spare tire, wheel with other wheels or tires. crash and you or others could be the ABS and Traction Control injured. Use only one compact They will not fit. Keep the spare tire systems may engage until the spare and its wheel together. spare tire at a time. tire is recognized by the vehicle, especially on slippery roads. Adjust { Caution If this vehicle has a compact spare driving to reduce possible wheel slip. tire, it was fully inflated when new; Tire chains will not fit the compact however, it can lose air over time. spare. Using them can damage Check the inflation pressure the vehicle and the chains. Do not regularly. It should be 420 kPa use tire chains on the compact (60 psi). spare. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (105,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Jump Starting 2. Get the vehicles close enough { Caution so the jumper cables can reach, For more information about the but be sure the vehicles are not vehicle battery, see Battery on Ignoring these steps could result touching each other. If they are, page 10-29. in costly damage to the vehicle it could cause a ground that would not be covered by the If the vehicle battery has run down, connection you do not want. You vehicle warranty. Trying to start would not be able to start your you may want to use another the vehicle by pushing or pulling it vehicle and some jumper cables to vehicle and the bad grounding will not work, and it could damage start your vehicle. Be sure to use could damage the electrical the vehicle. the following steps to do it safely. systems. To avoid the possibility of the { Warning 1. Check the other vehicle. It must vehicles rolling, set the parking have a 12-volt battery with a brake firmly on both vehicles Batteries can hurt you. They can negative ground system. involved in the jump start be dangerous because: procedure. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a . They contain acid that can { Caution manual transmission in Neutral burn you. If the other vehicle does not have before setting the parking brake. . They contain gas that can a 12-volt system with a negative explode or ignite. ground, both vehicles can be . They contain enough damaged. Only use a vehicle that electricity to burn you. has a 12-volt system with a negative ground for jump starting. If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (106,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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4. Open the hoods and locate the It is on the left side of the engine { Caution positive (+) and negative (−) compartment. See Engine terminal locations or the remote Compartment Overview on If any accessories are left on or positive (+) and remote page 10-6. You should always plugged in during the jump negative (−) terminals of the use this remote ground location, starting procedure, they could be other vehicle. Then locate the instead of the terminal on the damaged. The repairs would not remote positive (+) location on battery. be covered by the vehicle your vehicle. See Engine warranty. Whenever possible, turn Compartment Overview on { Caution off or unplug all accessories on page 10-6 for locations of the either vehicle when jump starting. terminals. Do not connect a negative cable to the Engine Control Module 3. Turn off the ignition on both (ECM), ECM mounting bracket, vehicles. Unplug unnecessary or any cables that attach to the accessories plugged into the ECM bracket. This may damage cigarette lighter or the accessory the ECM. Always attach the power outlets. Turn off the radio negative cable to the vehicle's and all lamps that are not remote negative ground location, needed. This will avoid sparks instead of the ECM, ECM bracket, and help save both batteries. or any cables attached to the And it could save the radio! ECM bracket.

Your vehicle has a remote negative (−) ground location, as shown in the illustration. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (107,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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5. Check that the jumper cables do { Warning Warning (Continued) not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that get a shock. The vehicles could when the engine is not running first. If you do not, explosive gas be damaged too. and can injure you. Keep hands, could be present. Before you connect the cables, clothing and tools away from any Battery fluid contains acid that underhood electric fan. here are some basic things you can burn you. Do not get it on should know. Positive (+) will go you. If you accidentally get it in to positive (+) or to a remote your eyes or on your skin, flush positive (+) terminal if the vehicle { Warning the place with water and get has one. Negative (−) will go to a medical help immediately. heavy, unpainted metal engine Using an open flame near a part or to a remote negative (−) battery can cause battery gas to terminal if the vehicle has one. explode. People have been hurt { Warning Do not connect positive (+) to doing this, and some have been negative (−) or you will get a blinded. Use a flashlight if you Fans or other moving engine short that would damage the need more light. parts can injure you badly. Keep battery and maybe other parts Be sure the battery has enough your hands away from moving too. And do not connect the water. You do not need to add parts once the engine is running. negative (−) cable to the water to the battery installed in negative (−) terminal on the dead your new vehicle. But if a battery battery because this can cause sparks. has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (108,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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8. Now connect the black 9. Connect the other end of the negative (−) cable to the negative (−) cable at least 45 cm negative terminal of the good (18 in) away from the dead battery. Use a remote battery, but not near engine negative (−) terminal if the parts that move. The electrical vehicle has one. connection is just as good there, Do not let the other end touch and the chance of sparks getting anything until the next step. The back to the battery is much less. other end of the negative (−) Use a remote negative (−) cable does not go to the dead terminal if the vehicle has one. battery. It goes to a heavy, Your vehicle's remote unpainted metal engine part or negative (−) ground location is 6. Connect the red positive (+) to a remote negative (−) terminal for this purpose. cable to the positive (+) terminal on the vehicle with the dead 10. Now start the vehicle with the of the dead battery. Use a battery. good battery and run the remote positive (+) terminal if the engine for a while. vehicle has one. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had 7. Do not let the other end touch the dead battery. If it will not metal. Connect it to the start after a few tries, it positive (+) terminal of the good probably needs service. battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (109,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Towing the Vehicle Consult your dealer or a { Caution professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. If the jumper cables are { Caution connected or removed in the To tow the vehicle behind another wrong order, electrical shorting Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle for recreational purposes, may occur and damage the vehicle may cause damage. The such as behind a motor home, see vehicle. The repairs would not be damage would not be covered “Recreational Vehicle Towing” covered by the vehicle warranty. by the vehicle warranty. Do not following. Always connect and remove the lash or hook to the chassis jumper cables in the correct order, components — including the front Recreational Vehicle making sure that the cables do and rear subframes, suspension Towing not touch each other or other control arms, and links — during Recreational vehicle towing means metal. towing and recovery of a disabled towing the vehicle behind another vehicle, or when securing the vehicle – such as behind a vehicle to a flatbed car carrier. Jumper Cable Removal motorhome. The two most common Use the proper nylon strap types of recreational vehicle towing Reverse the sequence exactly when harnesses around the tires to are known as dinghy towing and removing the jumper cables. secure them to the flatbed car dolly towing. Dinghy towing is carrier. towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Dolly towing Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed is towing the vehicle with two car carrier. A wheel lift tow truck wheels on the ground and two could damage the vehicle. wheels up on a device known as a dolly. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (110,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Here are some important things to Dinghy Towing consider before recreational vehicle { Caution towing: If the vehicle is towed with all . What is the towing capacity of four wheels on the ground, the the towing vehicle? Be sure to drivetrain components could be read the tow vehicle damaged. The repairs would not manufacturer's be covered by the vehicle recommendations. warranty. Do not tow the vehicle . What is the distance that will be with all four wheels on the traveled? Some vehicles have ground. restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. The vehicle was not designed to be . Is the proper towing equipment towed with all four wheels on the going to be used? See your ground. If a rear-wheel-drive vehicle dealer or trailering professional must be towed, a dolly or a trailer for additional advice and should be used. If an all-wheel-drive equipment recommendations. vehicle must be towed, a trailer . Is the vehicle ready to be should be used. See “Dolly Towing” towed? Just as preparing the following for more information. vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (111,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Dolly Towing 4. Put the vehicle in P (Park) for an (Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) automatic transmission or in 1 (First) for a manual transmission. 5. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the dolly. 6. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing. 7. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive { Caution Vehicles) Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle Use the following procedure to dolly with all four wheels on the tow a rear-wheel-drive vehicle from ground, or even with only two of the rear: its wheels on the ground, will 1. Attach the dolly to the tow damage drivetrain components. vehicle following the dolly Do not tow an all-wheel-drive manufacturer's instructions. vehicle with any of its wheels on 2. Put the rear wheels on the dolly. the ground. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. See Parking Brake (Manual) on All-wheel-drive vehicles can only be page 9-34 or Parking Brake towed with all four wheels on a (Electric) on page 9-35. trailer. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (112,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Appearance Care washed. This could cause damage Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Exterior Care products can be obtained from your dealer. Follow all If using an automatic car wash, Locks manufacturer directions regarding follow the car wash instructions. The Locks are lubricated at the factory. correct product usage, necessary windshield wiper and rear window Use a de-icing agent only when safety precautions, and wiper, if equipped, must be off. absolutely necessary, and have the appropriate disposal of any Remove any accessories that may be damaged or interfere with the car locks greased after using. See vehicle care product. Recommended Fluids and wash equipment. Lubricants on page 11-13. Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after, to remove all Washing the Vehicle { Caution cleaning agents completely. If they To preserve the vehicle's finish, are allowed to dry on the surface, wash it often and out of direct Avoid using high-pressure they could stain. sunlight. washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the vehicle. Use Dry the finish with a soft, clean of power washers exceeding chamois or an all-cotton towel to { Caution 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result avoid surface scratches and water spotting. Do not use petroleum-based, in damage or removal of paint acidic, or abrasive cleaning and decals. Finish Care agents as they can damage the Application of aftermarket clearcoat vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic The e symbol is on any sealant/wax materials is not parts. If damage occurs, it would underhood compartment electrical recommended. If painted surfaces not be covered by the vehicle center that should not be power are damaged, see your dealer to warranty. Approved cleaning have the damage assessed and (Continued) repaired. Foreign materials such as Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (113,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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calcium chloride and other salts, ice The bright metal moldings on the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree { Caution vehicle are aluminum. To prevent sap, bird droppings, chemicals from damage always follow these industrial chimneys, etc., can Machine compounding or cleaning instructions: damage the vehicle's finish if they aggressive polishing on a . Be sure the molding is cool to remain on painted surfaces. Wash basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage it. Use only the touch before applying any the vehicle as soon as possible. cleaning solution. If necessary, use non-abrasive non-abrasive waxes and polishes cleaners that are marked safe for that are made for a basecoat/ . Use a cleaning solution painted surfaces to remove foreign clearcoat paint finish on the approved for aluminum. Some matter. vehicle. cleaners are highly acidic or contain alkaline substances and Occasional hand waxing or mild can damage the moldings. polishing should be done to remove To keep the paint finish looking new, residue from the paint finish. See keep the vehicle garaged or . Always dilute a concentrated your dealer for approved cleaning covered whenever possible. cleaner according to the products. manufacturer’s instructions. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Do not apply waxes or polishes to Moldings . Do not use chrome cleaners. uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, . Do not use cleaners that are not decals, simulated wood, or flat paint { Caution intended for automotive use. as damage can occur. . Use a nonabrasive wax on the Failure to clean and protect the vehicle after washing to protect bright metal moldings can result and extend the molding finish. in a hazy white finish or pitting. This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (114,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ . Ice scrapers or other hard items. thoroughly when cleaning the Lenses and Emblems . Aftermarket appearance caps or blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup of vehicle wash/wax Use only lukewarm or cold water, a covers while the lamps are illuminated, due to excessive treatments may cause wiper soft cloth, and a car washing soap streaking. to clean exterior lamps, lenses and heat generated. emblems. Follow instructions under Replace the wiper blades if they are "Washing the Vehicle" previously in { Caution worn or damaged. Damage can be this section. caused by extreme dusty Failure to clean lamps properly conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, Lamp covers are made of plastic, can cause damage to the lamp snow, and ice. and some have a UV protective cover that would not be covered coating. by the vehicle warranty. Weatherstrips Use only lukewarm water, a soft Apply Dielectric silicone grease on cloth, and mild car washing soap to Air weatherstrips to make them last clean exterior lamps and lenses. Do longer, seal better, and not stick or not clean or wipe them while they Clear debris from the air intakes, squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at are dry. between the hood and windshield least once a year. Hot, dry climates Do not use any of the following on when washing the vehicle. may require more frequent lamp covers: application. Black marks from Windshield and Wiper Blades rubber material on painted surfaces . Abrasive or caustic agents. Clean the outside of the windshield can be removed by rubbing with a . Washer fluids and other cleaning with glass cleaner. clean cloth. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on agents in higher concentrations Clean rubber blades using a lint-free page 11-13. than suggested by the cloth or paper towel soaked with manufacturer. windshield washer fluid or a mild . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, detergent. Wash the windshield or other harsh cleaners. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (115,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Tires { Caution Caution (Continued) Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires. Chrome wheels and other chrome automatic car wash that uses trim may be damaged if the silicone carbide tire cleaning { Caution vehicle is not washed after driving brushes. Damage could occur on roads that have been sprayed and the repairs would not be Using petroleum-based tire with magnesium, calcium, covered by the vehicle warranty. dressing products on the vehicle or sodium chloride. These may damage the paint finish and/ chlorides are used on roads for or tires. When applying a tire Steering, Suspension, and conditions such as ice and dust. Chassis Components dressing, always wipe off any Always wash the chrome with overspray from all painted soap and water after exposure. Visually inspect the front and rear surfaces on the vehicle. suspension and steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear. If equipped, inspect Wheels and Trim — Aluminum { Caution the hydraulic power steering for or Chrome proper hook-up, binding, leaks, Use a soft, clean cloth with mild To avoid surface damage, do not cracks, chafing, etc. Visually check soap and water to clean the wheels. use strong soaps, chemicals, constant velocity joints, rubber After rinsing thoroughly with clean abrasive polishes, cleaners, boots, and axle seals for leaks. brushes, or cleaners that water, dry with a soft, clean towel. Body Component Lubrication A wax may then be applied. contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Use only Lubricate all key lock cylinders, approved cleaners. Also, never hood hinges, liftgate hinges, drive a vehicle with aluminum or and the steel fuel door hinge chrome-plated wheels through an unless the components are plastic. (Continued) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (116,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Applying silicone grease on Finish Damage Use a soft bristle brush to remove weatherstrips with a clean cloth will dust from knobs and crevices on the Quickly repair minor chips and make them last longer, seal better, instrument cluster. Using a mild scratches with touch-up materials and not stick or squeak. soap solution, immediately remove available from your dealer to avoid hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect corrosion. Larger areas of finish Underbody Maintenance repellent from all interior surfaces or damage can be corrected in your permanent damage may result. At least twice a year, Spring and dealer's body and paint shop. Fall, use plain water to flush dirt and Your dealer may have products for debris from the vehicle's underbody. Chemical Paint Spotting cleaning the interior. Use cleaners Your dealer or an underbody car Airborne pollutants can fall upon specifically designed for the washing system can do this. If not and attack painted vehicle surfaces surfaces being cleaned to prevent removed, rust and corrosion can causing blotchy, ring-shaped permanent damage. Apply all develop. discolorations, and small, irregular cleaners directly to the cleaning Sheet Metal Damage dark spots etched into the paint cloth. Do not spray cleaners directly surface. See “Finish Care” on any switches or controls. If the vehicle is damaged and previously in this section. Cleaners should be removed requires sheet metal repair or quickly. Never allow cleaners to replacement, make sure the body Interior Care remain on the surface being repair shop applies anti-corrosion cleaned for extended periods material to parts repaired or To prevent dirt particle abrasions, of time. replaced to restore corrosion regularly clean the vehicle's interior. protection. Immediately remove any soils. Note Cleaners may contain solvents that that newspapers or dark garments can become concentrated in the Original manufacturer replacement interior. Before using cleaners, read parts will provide the corrosion that can transfer color to home furnishings can also permanently and adhere to all safety instructions protection while maintaining the on the label. While cleaning the vehicle warranty. transfer color to the vehicle's interior. interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening the doors and windows. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (117,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To prevent damage, do not clean Interior Glass Coated Moldings the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated moldings should be cleaned. cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. Wipe droplets . When lightly soiled, wipe with a . Never use a razor or any other left behind with a clean dry cloth. sponge or soft lint-free cloth sharp object to remove a soil Commercial glass cleaners may be dampened with water. from any interior surface. used, if necessary, after cleaning . When heavily soiled, use warm . Never use a brush with stiff the interior glass with plain water. soapy water. bristles. { Caution . Never rub any surface Fabric/Carpet/Suede aggressively or with excessive To prevent scratching, never use Start by vacuuming the surface pressure. abrasive cleaners on automotive using a soft brush attachment. If a . Do not use laundry detergents glass. Abrasive cleaners or rotating brush attachment is being or dishwashing soaps with aggressive cleaning may damage used during vacuuming, only use it degreasers. For liquid cleaners, the rear window defogger. on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, use approximately 20 drops gently remove as much of the soil per 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. as possible using one of the A concentrated soap solution will Cleaning the windshield with water following techniques: during the first three to six months leave a residue that creates . Gently blot liquids with a paper streaks and attracts dirt. Do not of ownership will reduce tendency to fog. towel. Continue blotting until no use solutions that contain strong more soil can be removed. or caustic soap. Speaker Covers . For solid soils, remove as much . Do not heavily saturate the Vacuum around a speaker cover as possible prior to vacuuming. upholstery when cleaning. gently, so that the speaker will not . Do not use solvents or cleaners be damaged. Clean spots with just containing solvents. water and mild soap. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (118,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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To clean: If the soil is not completely using mild soap. Do not use bleach 1. Saturate a clean lint-free removed, it may be necessary to or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly colorfast cloth with water or club use a commercial upholstery and air dry before next use. soda. Microfiber cloth is cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small recommended to prevent lint hidden area for colorfastness before { Caution transfer to the fabric or carpet. using a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter. If ring Do not attach a device with a 2. Remove excess moisture by formation occurs, clean the entire suction cup to the display. This gently wringing until water does fabric or carpet. may cause damage and would not drip from the cleaning cloth. Following the cleaning process, a not be covered by the warranty. 3. Start on the outside edge of the paper towel can be used to blot soil and gently rub toward the excess moisture. center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Instrument Panel, Leather, a clean area frequently to Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces prevent forcing the soil in to the and Vehicle Information and and Low Gloss Paint Surfaces fabric. Radio Displays Use a soft microfiber cloth 4. Continue gently rubbing the For vehicles with high gloss dampened with water to remove soiled area until there is no surfaces or vehicle displays, use a dust and loose dirt. For a more longer any color transfer from microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. thorough cleaning, use a soft the soil to the cleaning cloth. Before wiping the surface with the microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution. 5. If the soil is not completely microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle removed, use a mild soap brush to remove dirt that could solution followed only by club scratch the surface. Then use the soda or plain water. microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to clean. Never use window cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately, Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (119,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Care of Safety Belts { Caution { Caution Keep belts clean and dry. Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics { Warning well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces. If an air may cause permanent damage. freshener comes in contact with Do not bleach or dye safety belts. Wipe excess moisture from these any plastic or painted surface in It may severely weaken them. In surfaces after cleaning and allow the vehicle, blot immediately and a crash, they might not be able to them to dry naturally. Never use clean with a soft cloth dampened provide adequate protection. heat, steam, spot lifters, or spot with a mild soap solution. Clean safety belts only with mild removers. Do not use cleaners Damage caused by air fresheners soap and lukewarm water. that contain silicone or wax-based would not be covered by the products. Cleaners containing vehicle warranty. Floor Mats these solvents can permanently change the appearance and feel Cargo Cover and { Warning of leather or soft trim and are not Convenience Net recommended. Wash with warm water and mild If a floor mat is the wrong size or detergent. Do not use chlorine is not properly installed, it can Do not use cleaners that increase bleach. Rinse with cold water, and interfere with the pedals. gloss, especially on the instrument then dry completely. Interference with the pedals can panel. Reflected glare can decrease cause unintended acceleration visibility through the windshield and/or increased stopping under certain conditions. distance which can cause a crash and injury. Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (120,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage. Floor Mats . The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals. Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals. . Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor . Do not place anything on top of mat to unlock the retainer and the driver side floor mat. remove. . Use only a single floor mat on 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor the driver's side. mat retainer opening over the . Do not place one floor mat on carpet retainer and snap into top of another. position. The driver side floor mat is held in 3. Make sure the floor mat is place by a button-type retainer. properly secured in place. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Service and Maintenance 11-1

Service and Additional Maintenance General Information and Care Maintenance Additional Maintenance Your vehicle is an important and Care ...... 11-10 investment. This section describes the required maintenance for the General Information Recommended Fluids, vehicle. Follow this schedule to General Information ...... 11-1 Lubricants, and Parts help protect against major repair Recommended Fluids and expenses resulting from neglect or Cadillac Premium Care Lubricants ...... 11-13 inadequate maintenance. It may Maintenance Maintenance Replacement also help to maintain the value of Cadillac Premium Care Parts ...... 11-15 the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Maintenance ...... 11-3 responsibility of the owner to have Maintenance Records all required maintenance performed. Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Records ...... 11-17 Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-4 Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required Special Application Services maintenance using genuine Special Application replacement parts. They have Services ...... 11-10 up-to-date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics. Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours, courtesy transportation, and online scheduling to assist with service needs. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

11-2 Service and Maintenance

Your dealer recognizes the The Tire Rotation and Required Refer to the information in the importance of providing Services are the responsibility of the Maintenance Schedule Additional competitively priced maintenance vehicle owner. It is recommended to Required Services - Normal chart. and repair services. With trained have your dealer perform these The Additional Required Services - technicians, the dealer is the place services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Severe are for vehicles that are: for routine maintenance such as oil Proper vehicle maintenance helps to changes and tire rotations and keep the vehicle in good working . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic additional maintenance items like condition, improves fuel economy, in hot weather. tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper and reduces vehicle emissions. . Mainly driven in hilly or blades. Because of the way people use mountainous terrain. vehicles, maintenance needs vary. . Frequently towing a trailer. { Caution There may need to be more frequent checks and services. The . Used for high speed or Damage caused by improper Additional Required Services - competitive driving. maintenance can lead to costly Normal are for vehicles that: . Used for taxi, police, or delivery repairs and may not be covered . service. by the vehicle warranty. Carry passengers and cargo Maintenance intervals, checks, within recommended limits on Refer to the information in the the Tire and Loading Information inspections, recommended fluids, Maintenance Schedule Additional label. See Vehicle Load Limits and lubricants are important to Required Services - Severe chart. on page 9-11. keep the vehicle in good working condition. . Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. . Use the recommended fuel. See Fuel on page 9-49. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Service and Maintenance 11-3

. Engine air cleaner filter { Warning Cadillac Premium replacement. Care Maintenance . Performing maintenance work can Passenger compartment air filter replacement. be dangerous and can cause Your vehicle comes with the serious injury. Perform Cadillac Premium Care . Multi‐point vehicle inspection maintenance work only if the Maintenance. It is a maintenance (MPVI) performed by a qualified required information, proper tools, program that covers select technician. maintenance services during the and equipment are available. Cadillac requires that all Cadillac If they are not, see your dealer to first 4 years or 80 000 km (50,000 mi), whichever comes first. Premium Care Maintenance have a trained technician do the services be performed by a Cadillac work. See Doing Your Own Cadillac Premium Care authorized service dealer. Service Work on page 10-4. Maintenance covers routine maintenance services, when scheduled in accordance with the owner manual, including: . Oil changes based on the vehicle's oil life monitor system. . Tire rotation every 12 000 km (7,500 mi). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Schedule When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Services Every 12 000 km/ SOON message displays, have the 7,500 mi Owner Checks and Services engine oil and filter changed within Rotate the tires, if recommended the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven for the vehicle, and perform the At Each Fuel Stop under the best conditions, the following services. See Tire . Check the engine oil level. See engine oil life system might not Rotation on page 10-76. Engine Oil on page 10-10. indicate the need for vehicle service for more than a year. The engine oil . Check engine oil level and oil Once a Month and filter must be changed at least life percentage. If needed, change engine oil and filter, and . Check the tire inflation once a year and the oil life system reset oil life system. See Engine pressures. See Tire Pressure on must be reset. Your trained dealer Oil on page 10-10 and Engine page 10-70. technician can perform this work. If the engine oil life system is reset Oil Life System on page 10-13. . Inspect the tires for wear. See accidentally, service the vehicle . Check engine coolant level. See Tire Inspection on page 10-76. within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the Engine Coolant on page 10-19. . Check the windshield washer last service. Reset the oil life . Check windshield washer fluid fluid level. See Washer Fluid on system when the oil is changed. level. See Washer Fluid on page 10-26. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10-26. page 10-13. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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. Visually inspect windshield wiper . Check restraint system . Check parking brake and blades for wear, cracking, components. See Safety System automatic transmission park or contamination. See Exterior Check on page 3-19. mechanism. See Park Brake and Care on page 10-112. Replace P (Park) Mechanism Check on . Visually inspect fuel system for worn or damaged wiper blades. damage or leaks. page 10-32. See Wiper Blade Replacement . Check accelerator pedal for on page 10-32. . Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for damage, high effort, or binding. . Check tire inflation pressures. loose or damaged parts. Replace if needed. See Tire Pressure on . Visually inspect gas strut for page 10-70. . Lubricate body components. See Exterior Care on page 10-112. signs of wear, cracks, or other . Inspect tire wear. See Tire damage. Check the hold open Inspection on page 10-76. . Check starter switch. See Starter ability of the strut. See your Switch Check on page 10-31. dealer if service is required. . Visually check for fluid leaks. . Check automatic transmission . Check tire sealant expiration . Inspect engine air cleaner filter. shift lock control function. See date, if equipped. See Tire See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Automatic Transmission Shift page 10-15. Sealant and Compressor Kit on Lock Control Function Check on page 10-86. . Inspect brake system. page 10-31. . Inspect sunroof track and seal, . Visually inspect steering, . Check ignition transmission lock. if equipped. See Sunroof on suspension, and chassis See Ignition Transmission Lock page 2-30. components for damaged, loose, Check on page 10-32. or missing parts or signs of wear. See Exterior Care on page 10-112. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Additional Required Services

Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required 12000km/7,500mi 24000km/15,000mi 36000km/22,500mi 48000km/30,000mi 60000km/37,500mi 72000km/45,000mi 84000km/52,500mi 96000km/60,000mi 108000km/67,500mi 120000km/75,000mi 132000km/82,500mi 144000km/90,000mi 156000km/97,500mi 180000km/112,500mi Services - Normal 168000km/105,000mi 192000km/120,000mi 204000km/127,500mi 216000km/135,000mi 228000km/142,500mi 240000km/150,000mi

Rotate tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. (1) Replace passenger compartment air filter. (2) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (3) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (4) @ @ @ Except CTS-V: Replace spark plugs. Inspect @ spark plug wires. CTS-V Only: Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark @ @ plug wires. Change automatic transmission fluid. Change @ filter if serviceable. Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with @ AWD. (5) Drain and fill engine cooling system. (6) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (7) @ CTS-V Only: Change manual transmission fluid. @ @ @ CTS-V Only: Inspect drive belt. (8) @ Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required 12000km/7,500mi 24000km/15,000mi 36000km/22,500mi 48000km/30,000mi 60000km/37,500mi 72000km/45,000mi 84000km/52,500mi 96000km/60,000mi 108000km/67,500mi 120000km/75,000mi 132000km/82,500mi 144000km/90,000mi 156000km/97,500mi 180000km/112,500mi Services - Normal 168000km/105,000mi 192000km/120,000mi 204000km/127,500mi 216000km/135,000mi 228000km/142,500mi 240000km/150,000mi 6.2L Supercharged V8 Engine Only: Drain, flush, @ and fill intercooler system. (6) Replace brake fluid. (9) @ Replace clutch fluid. (10) @ @ @ @ @

Footnotes — Maintenance (3) Check all fuel and vapor lines (7) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Normal routing, and condition. excessive cracking, or damage; (1) (1) (1) Vehicles with different (4) Or every four years, whichever replace, if needed. size front and rear tires do not have comes first. (8) Inspect for fraying, excessive tire rotation. See Tire Rotation on (5) Do not directly power wash the cracking, or damage; replace, page 10-76. transfer case output seals. High if needed. (2) Or every two years, whichever pressure water can overcome the (9) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. More frequent seals and contaminate the transfer comes first. replacement may be needed if the case fluid. Contaminated fluid will (10) Or every two years, whichever vehicle is driven in areas with heavy decrease the life of the transfer comes first. traffic, areas with poor air quality, case and should be replaced. or areas with high dust levels. (6) Or every five years, whichever Replacement may also be needed if comes first. See Cooling System on there is a reduction in air flow, page 10-18. excessive window fogging, or odors. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required 12000km/7,500mi 24000km/15,000mi 36000km/22,500mi 48000km/30,000mi 60000km/37,500mi 72000km/45,000mi 84000km/52,500mi 96000km/60,000mi 108000km/67,500mi 120000km/75,000mi 132000km/82,500mi 144000km/90,000mi 156000km/97,500mi 180000km/112,500mi Services - Severe 168000km/105,000mi 192000km/120,000mi 204000km/127,500mi 216000km/135,000mi 228000km/142,500mi 240000km/150,000mi

Rotate tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. (1) Replace passenger compartment air filter. (2) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (3) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (4) @ @ @ Except CTS-V: Replace spark plugs. Inspect @ spark plug wires. CTS-V Only: Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark @ @ plug wires. Change automatic transmission fluid. Change @ @ @ filter if serviceable. Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with @ @ @ AWD. (5) Drain and fill engine cooling system. (6) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (7) @ CTS-V Only: Change manual transmission fluid. @ @ @ @ @ @ CTS-V Only: Change rear axle fluid. @ @ @ CTS-V Only: Inspect supercharger drive belt. (8) @ 6.2L Supercharged V8 Engine Only: Drain, flush, @ and fill intercooler system. (6) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required 12000km/7,500mi 24000km/15,000mi 36000km/22,500mi 48000km/30,000mi 60000km/37,500mi 72000km/45,000mi 84000km/52,500mi 96000km/60,000mi 108000km/67,500mi 120000km/75,000mi 132000km/82,500mi 144000km/90,000mi 156000km/97,500mi 180000km/112,500mi Services - Severe 168000km/105,000mi 192000km/120,000mi 204000km/127,500mi 216000km/135,000mi 228000km/142,500mi 240000km/150,000mi

Replace brake fluid. (9) @ Replace clutch fluid. (10) @ @ @ @ @

Footnotes — Maintenance (3) Check all fuel and vapor lines (7) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Severe routing, and condition. excessive cracking, or damage; (1) (1) (1) Vehicles with different (4) Or every four years, whichever replace, if needed. size front and rear tires do not have comes first. (8) Inspect for fraying, excessive tire rotation. See Tire Rotation on (5) Do not directly power wash the cracking, or damage; replace, page 10-76. transfer case output seals. High if needed. (2) Or every two years, whichever pressure water can overcome the (9) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. More frequent seals and contaminate the transfer comes first. replacement may be needed if the case fluid. Contaminated fluid will (10) Or every two years, whichever vehicle is driven in areas with heavy decrease the life of the transfer comes first. traffic, areas with poor air quality, case and should be replaced. or areas with high dust levels. (6) Or every five years, whichever Replacement may also be needed if comes first. See Cooling System on there is a reduction in air flow, page 10-18. excessive window fogging, or odors. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Special Application Additional Battery The battery supplies power to start Services Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important additional electrical accessories. Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly . To avoid break-down or failure to components every 5 000 km/ may help to avoid future costly start the vehicle, maintain a 3,000 mi. repairs. To maintain vehicle battery with full cranking power. . performance, additional Have underbody flushing service . Trained dealer technicians have performed once a year. See maintenance services may be required. the diagnostic equipment to test "Underbody Maintenance" in the battery and ensure that the Exterior Care on page 10-112. It is recommended that your dealer connections and cables are perform these services — their corrosion-free. trained dealer technicians know your vehicle best. Your dealer Belts can also perform a thorough . Belts may need replacing if they assessment with a multi-point squeak or show signs of inspection to recommend when your cracking or splitting. vehicle may need attention. . Trained dealer technicians have The following list is intended to access to tools and equipment explain the services and conditions to inspect the belts and to look for that may indicate recommend adjustment or services are required. replacement when necessary. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Brakes . Instrument cluster lights may . With a multi-point inspection, come on to indicate that fluids your dealer can check the lamps Brakes stop the vehicle and are may be low and need to be and note any concerns. crucial to safe driving. filled. Shocks and Struts . Signs of brake wear may include Hoses chirping, grinding, or squealing Shocks and struts help aid in control noises, or difficulty stopping. Hoses transport fluids and should for a smoother ride. be regularly inspected to ensure . Trained dealer technicians have . Signs of wear may include that there are no cracks or leaks. access to tools and equipment steering wheel vibration, bounce/ With a multi-point inspection, your to inspect the brakes and sway while braking, longer dealer can inspect the hoses and recommend quality parts stopping distance, or uneven advise if replacement is needed. engineered for the vehicle. tire wear. Lamps Fluids . As part of the multi-point Properly working headlamps, inspection, trained dealer Proper fluid levels and approved taillamps, and brake lamps are technicians can visually inspect fluids protect the vehicle s ’ important to see and be seen on the shocks and struts for signs systems and components. See the road. of leaking, blown seals, Recommended Fluids and or damage, and can advise . Lubricants on page 11-13 for GM Signs that the headlamps need when service is needed. approved fluids. attention include dimming, failure to light, cracking, or damage. . Engine oil and windshield The brake lamps need to be washer fluid levels should be checked periodically to ensure checked at every fuel fill. that they light when braking. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Tires Vehicle Care Windshield Tires need to be properly inflated, To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the rotated, and balanced. Maintaining new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield the tires can save money and fuel, available from your dealer. For clean and clear. and can reduce the risk of tire information on how to clean and . Signs of damage include failure. protect the vehicle’s interior and scratches, cracks, and chips. exterior, see Interior Care on . Signs that the tires need to be . Trained dealer technicians can replaced include three or more page 10-116 and Exterior Care on page 10-112. inspect the windshield and visible treadwear indicators; cord recommend proper replacement or fabric showing through the Wheel Alignment if needed. rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall; or a bulge or Wheel alignment is critical for Wiper Blades split in the tire. ensuring that the tires deliver optimal wear and performance. Wiper blades need to be cleaned . Trained dealer technicians can and kept in good condition to . inspect and recommend the right Signs that the alignment may provide a clear view. tires. Your dealer can also need to be adjusted include . Signs of wear include streaking, provide tire/wheel balancing pulling, improper vehicle handling, or unusual tire wear. skipping across the windshield, services to ensure smooth and worn or split rubber. vehicle operation at all speeds. . Your dealer has the required Your dealer sells and services equipment to ensure proper . Trained dealer technicians can name brand tires. wheel alignment. check the wiper blades and replace them when needed. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Service and Maintenance 11-13

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10-10. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 10-19. Fuel Additive Fuel System Treatment PLUS (Part number 88861013). See Fuel Additives on page 9-50. Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in Canada 19299819). Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. Hydraulic Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 89021185, in Canada 89021186). Hydraulic Clutch System DOT 4 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 19299570, in Canada 19299571). 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. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Usage Fluid/Lubricant Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 88861950, in Canada 88861951). Rear Drive Module SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Canada 89021678) meeting GM Specification 9986115. Rear Drive Module (Limited-Slip SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Differential) Canada 89021678) meeting GM Specification 9986115. With a complete drain and refill, add 118 ml (4 oz) of Limited-Slip Axle Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 88900330, in Canada 992694) where required. Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in 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. Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Power Liftgate Actuator Ball Joint Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481). Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (17,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (18,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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 . . . 12-4 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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 Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Capacities Application Metric English Fuel Tank 68.1 L 18.0 gal Transfer Case— AWD 1.0 L 1.1 qt Wheel Nut Torque 150 Y 110 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.

Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3.0LV6 Engine 5 Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037– Manual 0.043 in) 3.6LV6 Engine 3 Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037– 0.043 in) 6.2LV8 Engine P Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037– Manual 0.043 in) Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

12-4 Technical Data

Engine Drive Belt Routing

CTS V6 Engine

CTS-V 6.2L V8 Engine Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (1,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Customer Information 13-1

Reporting Safety Defects Customer Information Customer Reporting Safety Defects to Information the United States Government ...... 13-12 Customer Satisfaction Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Government ...... 13-13 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns General Motors ...... 13-13 Customer Assistance with the sales transaction or the Offices ...... 13-3 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 13-4 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes, Online Owner Center ...... 13-4 however, despite the best intentions GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy ...... 13-14 Event Data Recorders ...... 13-14 of all concerned, misunderstandings Program ...... 13-5 ® can occur. If your concern has not Roadside Service ...... 13-5 OnStar ...... 13-15 Navigation System ...... 13-15 been resolved to your satisfaction, Scheduling Service the following steps should be taken: Appointments ...... 13-7 Radio Frequency Courtesy Transportation Identification (RFID) ...... 13-15 STEP ONE: Discuss your concern Program ...... 13-8 Radio Frequency with a member of dealership Collision Damage Repair . . . . 13-9 Statement ...... 13-15 management. Normally, concerns Service Publications can be quickly resolved at that level. Ordering Information ...... 13-11 If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of your dealership or the general manager. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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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 Center at 1-800-458-8006. In Both General Motors and your Line 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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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STEP THREE — Canadian our impartial program offers Customer Assistance Owners: In the event that you do advantages over courts in most not feel your concerns have been jurisdictions because it is informal, Offices addressed after following the quick, and free of charge. Cadillac encourages customers procedure outlined in Steps One For further information concerning to call the toll-free number for and Two, General Motors of Canada eligibility in the Canadian Motor assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, participation in a no-charge call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call the letter should be addressed to: mediation/arbitration program. the General Motors Customer Care United States and Puerto Rico General Motors of Canada Limited Centre, 1-888-446-2000 (English), has committed to binding arbitration 1-800-263-7854 (French), Cadillac Customer Assistance of owner disputes involving or write to: Center factory-related vehicle service Cadillac Motor Car Division claims. The program provides for Mediation/Arbitration Program P.O. Box 33169 the review of the facts involved by c/o Customer Care Centre , MI 48232-5169 an impartial third party arbiter, and General Motors of Canada Limited www.Cadillac.com may include an informal hearing Mail Code: CA1-163-005 before the arbiter. The program is 1908 Colonel Sam Drive 1-800-458-8006 designed so that the entire dispute Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-833-2622 (For Text settlement process, from the time Telephone devices (TTYs)) The inquiry should be accompanied Roadside Service: 1-800-224-1400 you file your complaint to the final by the Vehicle Identification decision, should be completed in Number (VIN). From U.S. Virgin Islands: approximately 70 days. We believe 1-800-496-9994 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

13-4 Customer Information

Canada communicate with Cadillac by D (Preferred Dealer dialing: 1-800-833-2622. TTY users General Motors of Canada Limited Information): Select a preferred in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. Canadian Cadillac Customer Care dealer and view dealer location, maps, phone numbers, and hours. Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Online Owner Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive J (Warranty Tracking Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Online Owner Experience Information): Track the vehicle’s www.gm.ca (U.S.) my.cadillac.com warranty information. 1-888-446-2000 (English) The Cadillac online owner J (Recall Information): View 1-800-263-7854 (French) experience is a one-stop resource active recalls or search by Vehicle Roadside Service: 1-800-882-1112 that allows interaction with Cadillac Identification Number (VIN). See Overseas and keeps important vehicle-specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) information in one place. on page 12-1. Contact the local General Motors H (Other Account Information): Business Unit. Membership Benefits View GM Card, SiriusXM Satellite E (Vehicle Information): radio, and OnStar account Customer Assistance for Download owner manuals and view information. vehicle-specific how-to videos. Text Telephone (TTY) F (Live Chat Support): Chat live Users G (Maintenance Information): with online help representatives. View maintenance schedules, To assist customers who are deaf, Visit my.cadillac.com to register your required alerts, OnStar onboard hard of hearing, or speech-impaired vehicle. vehicle diagnostic information, and and who use Text Telephones schedule service appointments. (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance I (Service History): View Center. Any TTY user can printable dealer-recorded service records and self-recorded service records. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Customer Information 13-5

Cadillac Owner Centre GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has (Canada) cadillacowner.ca a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the Cadillac Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. . Chat live with online help representatives. Roadside Service . Locate owner resources such as U.S.: 1-800-224-1400. lease-end, financing, and warranty information. Canada: 1-800-882-1112. This program is available to Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. . Retrieve favorite articles, qualified applicants for cost Only): 1-888-889-2438. quizzes, tips, and multimedia reimbursement of eligible galleries organized into the aftermarket adaptive equipment Service is available 24 hours a day, Features and Auto Care required for the vehicle, such as 365 days a year. Sections. hand controls or a wheelchair/ Calling for Service . Download owner manuals. scooter lift for the vehicle. When calling Roadside Service, . Find Cadillac-recommended For more information on the limited have the following information maintenance services. offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or ready: call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text . Your name, home address, and Telephone (TTY) users, call home telephone number. 1-800-833-9935. . Telephone number of your location. . Location of the vehicle. . Model, year, color, and license plate number of the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

13-6 Customer Information

. Odometer reading, Vehicle claims are made too often, or the . Flat Tire Change: Service to Identification Number (VIN), and same type of claim is made many change a flat tire with a spare delivery date of the vehicle. times. tire. The spare tire, if equipped, must be in good condition and . Description of the problem. Cadillac Owner Privileges™ properly inflated. It is your Coverage . Emergency Fuel Delivery: responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not Services are provided up to 6 years/ Delivery of enough fuel for the covered by the warranty. 110 000 km (70,000 mi), whichever vehicle to get to the nearest comes first. service station. . Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start a dead battery. In the U.S., anyone driving the . Lock-Out Service: Service to vehicle is covered. In Canada, a unlock the vehicle if you are . Trip Interruption Benefits and person driving the vehicle without locked out. A remote unlock may Service: If your trip is permission from the owner is not be available if you have OnStar. interrupted due to a warranty covered. For security reasons, the driver failure, incidental expenses may must present identification be reimbursed during the Roadside Service is not a part of the before this service is given. 6 years/110 000 km (70,000 mi) New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Powertrain warranty period. Cadillac and General Motors of . Emergency Tow from a Public Items considered are hotel, Canada Limited reserve the right to Road or Highway: Tow to the meals, and rental car. make any changes or discontinue nearest Cadillac dealer for the Roadside Service program at warranty service, or if the vehicle Cadillac Technician Roadside any time without notification. was in a crash and cannot be Service (U.S. Only) driven. Assistance is also given Cadillac and General Motors of when the vehicle is stuck in the Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Canada Limited reserve the right to sand, mud, or snow. Service is more than an auto club or limit services or payment to an towing service. It provides every owner or driver if they decide the Cadillac owner in the United States with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Customer Information 13-7

available, a Cadillac trained dealer Services Specific to Roadside Service. Mechanical technician who can provide on-site Canadian-Purchased Vehicles failures may be covered, service. however any cost for parts and . Fuel delivery: Reimbursement labor for repairs not covered by A dealer technician will travel to is approximately $5 Canadian. your location within a 30-mile the warranty are the owner Diesel fuel delivery may be responsibility. radius of a participating Cadillac restricted. Propane and other dealership. If beyond this radius, we fuels are not provided through will arrange to have your car towed this service. Scheduling Service to the nearest Cadillac dealership. Appointments Each technician travels with a . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle When the vehicle requires warranty specially equipped service vehicle registration is required. service, contact your dealer and complete with the necessary . Trip Interruption Benefits and request an appointment. By Cadillac parts and tools required to Service: Pre-authorization, scheduling a service appointment handle most roadside repairs. original detailed receipts, and a and advising the service consultant copy of the repair orders are of your transportation needs, your Services Not Included in required. Once authorization has dealer can help minimize your Roadside Service been received, the Roadside inconvenience. . Impound towing caused by Service advisor will help you violation of any laws. make arrangements and explain If the vehicle cannot be scheduled how to receive payment. into the service department . Legal fines. immediately, keep driving it until it . Alternative Service: If . can be scheduled for service, Mounting, dismounting, assistance cannot be provided unless, of course, the problem is or changing of snow tires, right away, the Roadside Service safety related. If it is, please call chains, or other traction devices. advisor may give you permission your dealership, let them know this, . Towing or services for vehicles to get local emergency road and ask for instructions. driven on a non-public road or service. You will receive highway. payment, up to $100, after sending the original receipt to Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

13-8 Customer Information

If your dealer requests you to bring furnished with each new vehicle Public Transportation or Fuel the vehicle for service, you are provides detailed warranty coverage Reimbursement urged to do so as early in the work information. If the vehicle requires overnight day as possible to allow for Transportation Options warranty repairs, and public same-day repair. transportation is used instead of Warranty service can generally be your dealer's shuttle service, the Courtesy Transportation completed while you wait. However, expense must be supported by Program if you are unable to wait, GM helps original receipts and can only be up to minimize inconvenience by to the maximum amount allowed by To enhance your ownership providing several transportation GM for shuttle service. In addition, experience, we and our participating options. Depending on the for U.S. customers, should you dealers are proud to offer Courtesy circumstances, your dealer can offer arrange transportation through a Transportation, a customer support one of the following: friend or relative, limited program for vehicles with the reimbursement for reasonable fuel Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Shuttle Service expenses may be available. Claim Coverage period in Canada), Shuttle service is the preferred amounts should reflect actual costs extended powertrain, and/or means of offering Courtesy and be supported by original hybrid-specific warranties in both Transportation. Dealers may provide receipts. See your dealer for the U.S. and Canada. shuttle service to get you to your information regarding the allowance Several Courtesy Transportation destination with minimal interruption amounts for reimbursement of fuel options are available to assist in of your daily schedule. This includes or other transportation costs. reducing inconvenience when one-way or round-trip shuttle service warranty repairs are required. within reasonable time and distance Courtesy Rental Vehicle parameters of your dealer's area. Courtesy Transportation is not a Your dealer may arrange to provide part of the New Vehicle Limited you with a courtesy rental vehicle or Warranty. A separate booklet reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if the vehicle is kept entitled “Limited Warranty and for an overnight warranty repair. Owner Assistance Information” Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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Rental reimbursement will be limited General Motors reserves the right Collision parts are the best choice to and must be supported by original to 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 If the vehicle is involved in a prior crashes. In most cases, the responsible for taxes, levies, usage parts being recycled are from fees, excessive mileage, or rental collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualified undamaged sections of the vehicle. usage beyond the completion of the A recycled original equipment GM repair. technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement part may be an acceptable choice to It may not be possible to provide a parts. Poorly performed collision maintain the vehicle's originally like vehicle as a courtesy rental. repairs diminish the vehicle resale designed appearance and safety performance; however, the history of Additional Program value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent these parts is not known. Such parts Information collisions. are not covered by the GM New All program options, such as shuttle Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any service, may not be available at Collision Parts related failures are not covered by every dealer. Please contact your Genuine GM Collision parts are that warranty. dealer for specific information new parts made with the same Aftermarket collision parts are also about availability. All Courtesy materials and construction methods available. These are made by Transportation arrangements will be as the parts with which the vehicle companies other than GM and may administered by appropriate dealer was originally built. Genuine GM not have been tested for the vehicle. personnel. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

13-10 Customer Information

As a result, these parts may fit quality of coverage afforded by If a Crash Occurs poorly, exhibit premature durability/ various insurance policy terms. If there has been an injury, call corrosion problems, and may not Many insurance policies provide emergency services for help. Do not perform properly in subsequent reduced protection to the GM leave the scene of a crash until all collisions. Aftermarket parts are not vehicle by limiting compensation matters have been taken care of. covered by the GM New Vehicle for damage repairs by using Move the vehicle only if its position Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some puts you in danger, or you are failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not instructed to move it by a police covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts. officer. When purchasing insurance, we Repair Facility recommend that you ensure that the Give only the necessary information GM also recommends that you vehicle will be repaired with GM to police and other parties involved choose a collision repair facility that original equipment collision parts. in the crash. meets your needs before you ever If such insurance coverage is not For emergency towing see need collision repairs. Your dealer available from your current Roadside Service on page 13-5. may have a collision repair center insurance carrier, consider switching with GM-trained technicians and to another insurance carrier. Gather the following information: state‐of‐the‐art equipment, or be If the vehicle is leased, the leasing . Driver name, address, and able to recommend a collision repair company may require you to have telephone number. center that has GM-trained insurance that ensures repairs with . Driver license number. technicians and comparable Genuine GM Original Equipment equipment. Manufacturer (OEM) parts or . Owner name, address, and telephone number. Insuring the Vehicle Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read the lease carefully, as . Vehicle license plate number. Protect your investment in the GM you may be charged at the end of . Vehicle make, model, and vehicle with comprehensive and the lease for poor quality repairs. collision insurance coverage. There model year. are significant differences in the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Customer Information 13-11

. Vehicle Identification new Genuine GM parts or recycled In such cases, you can have control Number (VIN). original GM parts. Remember, of the repair and parts choices as . Insurance company and policy recycled parts will not be covered by long as the cost stays within number. the GM vehicle warranty. reasonable limits. . General description of the Insurance pays the bill for the repair, damage to the other vehicle. but you must live with the repair. Service Publications Depending on your policy limits, Ordering Information Choose a reputable repair facility your insurance company may that uses quality replacement parts. initially value the repair using Service Manuals See “Collision Parts” earlier in this aftermarket parts. Discuss this with section. Service Manuals have the diagnosis the repair professional, and insist on and repair information on the If the airbag has inflated, see What Genuine GM parts. Remember, engines, transmission, axle, Will You See after an Airbag if the vehicle is leased, you may be suspension, brakes, electrical, Inflates? on page 3-25. obligated to have the vehicle steering, body, etc. repaired with Genuine GM parts, Managing the Vehicle Damage even if your insurance coverage Service Bulletins Repair Process does not pay the full cost. Service Bulletins give additional In the event that the vehicle requires If another party's insurance technical service information damage repairs, GM recommends company is paying for the repairs, needed to knowledgeably service that you take an active role in its you are not obligated to accept a General Motors cars and trucks. repair. If you have a pre-determined repair valuation based on that Each bulletin contains instructions repair facility of choice, take the insurance company's collision policy to assist in the diagnosis and vehicle there, or have it towed there. repair limits, as you have no service of the vehicle. Specify to the facility that any contractual limits with that company. required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

13-12 Customer Information

Owner Information Current and Past Models Reporting Safety Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and Defects specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects information about the vehicle. The ORDER TOLL FREE: Owner Manual includes the to the United States 1-800-551-4123 Monday – Friday Maintenance Schedule for all 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time Government models. For Credit Card Orders Only If you believe that your vehicle In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see has a defect which could cause Owner Manual, and Warranty Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. Manual. a crash or could cause injury or Or write to: death, you should immediately RETAIL SELL PRICE: Helm, Incorporated inform the National Highway $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Traffic Safety Administration shipping fees. Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Without Portfolio: Owner Plymouth, MI 48170 General Motors. Manual only. Prices are subject to change without If NHTSA receives similar RETAIL SELL PRICE: notice and without incurring complaints, it may open an $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and obligation. Allow ample time for shipping fees. investigation, and if it finds delivery. that a safety defect exists in a All listed prices are quoted in U.S. group of vehicles, it may order a funds. Make checks payable in U.S. recall and remedy campaign. funds. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

Customer Information 13-13

However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian to General Motors problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. Government In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like To contact NHTSA, you may If you live in Canada, and you believe that the vehicle has a safety this, notify General Motors. call the Vehicle Safety Hotline defect, notify Transport Canada Call 1-800-458-8006, or write: toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General Cadillac Customer Assistance (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Motors of Canada Limited. Center http://www.safercar.gov; or Call Transport Canada at Cadillac Motor Car Division write to: 1-800-333-0510 or write to: P.O. Box 33169 Administrator, NHTSA Transport Canada Detroit, MI 48232-5169 Road Safety Branch 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. In Canada, call 1 888 446 2000, 80 rue Noel ‐ ‐ ‐ Washington, D.C. 20590 or write: Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 You can also obtain other Canadian Cadillac Customer Care information about motor Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 vehicle safety from General Motors of Canada Limited http://www.safercar.gov. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

13-14 Customer Information

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 (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (15,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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GM will not access this data or speed of the vehicle. Refer to the GM vehicles does not use or record share it with others except: with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and personal information or link with any consent of the vehicle owner or, Privacy Statement on the OnStar other GM system containing if the vehicle is leased, with the website. personal information. consent of the lessee; in response to an official request by police or Navigation System Radio Frequency similar government office; as part of Statement GM's defense of litigation through If the vehicle is equipped with a the discovery process; or, as navigation system, use of the This vehicle has systems that required by law. Data that GM system may result in the storage of operate on a radio frequency that collects or receives may also be destinations, addresses, telephone comply with Part 15 of the Federal used for GM research needs or may numbers, and other trip information. Communications Commission (FCC) be made available to others for See the navigation manual for rules and with Industry Canada research purposes, where a need is information on stored data and for Standards RSS‐GEN/210/220/310. deletion instructions. shown and the data is not tied to a Operation is subject to the following specific vehicle or vehicle owner. Radio Frequency two conditions: OnStar® Identification (RFID) 1. The device may not cause harmful interference. If the vehicle is equipped with RFID technology is used in some OnStar® and has an active vehicles for functions such as tire 2. The device must accept any subscription, additional data may be pressure monitoring and ignition interference received, including collected through the OnStar system security, as well as in interference that may cause system. This includes information connection with conveniences such undesired operation of the device. about the vehicle’s operation; about as Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) collisions involving the vehicle; the transmitters for remote door locking/ Changes or modifications to any of use of the vehicle and its features; unlocking and starting, and these systems by other than an and, in certain situations, the in-vehicle transmitters for garage authorized service facility could void location and approximate GPS door openers. RFID technology in authorization to use this equipment. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (16,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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OnStar 14-1

OnStar OnStar Overview Press = 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 ...... 14-3 comprehensive, in-vehicle system Diagnostics ...... 14-5 that can connect to a live Advisor Press Q 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. Press Q or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Advisor. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

14-2 OnStar

Press the OnStar Emergency OnStar Services Navigation button > to get a priority OnStar navigation requires the connection to an Emergency Emergency Directions and Connections Advisor available 24/7 to: With Automatic Crash Response, service plan. . Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically Press Q to receive directions or . Be a Good Samaritan or connect to help in most crashes, have them sent to the vehicle respond to an AMBER Alert. even if help cannot be requested. navigation screen, if equipped. . Get assistance in severe Press > to connect to an Destinations can also be forwarded weather or other crisis and Emergency Advisor. GPS to the vehicle from MapQuest.com. evacuation routes. technology is used to identify the The OnStar mapping database is vehicle location and can provide continuously updated. For coverage critical information to emergency maps, see www.onstar.com (U.S.) personnel. The Advisor is also or www.onstar.ca (Canada). trained to offer critical assistance in Turn-by-Turn Navigation emergency situations. 1. Press Q to connect to a live Security Advisor. OnStar provides services like Stolen 2. Request directions. Vehicle Assistance, Remote Ignition 3. Directions are downloaded to the Block, and Roadside Assistance, vehicle. if equipped. OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors remotely, if equipped 4. Follow the voice-guided with automatic door locks, and can commands. help police locate the vehicle if it is stolen. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

OnStar 14-3

Using Voice Commands 2. Say “Repeat.” System responds After the call ends, press the “Go” During a Planned Route with the last direction given, then button on the navigation screen to responds with “OnStar ready,” begin driving directions. Cancel Route then a tone. If directions are downloaded to the 1. Press =. System responds: Get My Destination navigation system, the route can “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Say = only be canceled through the “Cancel route.” System 1. Press . System responds: navigation system. “OnStar ready,” then a tone. responds: “Do you want to Destinations can also be cancel directions?” 2. Say “Get my destination.” downloaded on the go. For 2. Say “Yes.” System responds: System responds with address information about eNav, Destination “OK, request completed, thank and the distance to the Download, and coverage maps see you, goodbye.” destination, then responds with www.onstar.com (U.S.) or “OnStar ready,” then a tone. www.onstar.ca (Canada). Route Preview Other Navigation Services 1. Press =. System responds: Available from OnStar Connections “OnStar ready,” then a tone. OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows 2. Say “Route preview.” System to send destinations from calls to be made and received responds with the next three MapQuest.com to their Turn-by-Turn from the vehicle. The vehicle can maneuvers. Navigation or screen-based also be controlled through the OnStar RemoteLink® mobile Repeat navigation system. When ready, the directions will be downloaded to the app. For coverage maps, see 1. Press =. System responds: vehicle. www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Destination Download: Press Q, then request the Advisor to download directions to the navigation system in the vehicle. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

14-4 OnStar

OnStar Mobile App Calling 911 Emergency Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing Download the OnStar RemoteLink 1. Press =. System responds: mobile app to select Apple®, “OnStar Ready,” followed by 1. Press =. System responds: Android , and BlackBerry® devices ™ a tone. OnStar ready. to check vehicle fuel level, oil life, “ ” or tire pressure; to start the vehicle 2. Say “Call.” System responds: 2. Say “Store.” System responds: (if equipped) or unlock it; or to “Please say the name or number “Please say the number you connect to an OnStar Advisor. For to call.” would like to store.” OnStar RemoteLink information and 3. Say “911” without pausing. 3. Say the entire number without compatibility, see www.onstar.com System responds: “911.” pausing. System responds: (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). 4. Say “Call.” System responds: “Please say the name tag.” Hands-Free Calling “OK, dialing 911.” 4. Pick a name tag. System responds: About to store . Does that sound OK?” “OnStar ready.” 1. Press =. System responds: 5. Say “Yes” or say “No” to try 2. Say Call. System responds: “ ” “OnStar ready.” again. System responds: “OK, Please say the name or number “ storing .” to call.” 2. Say “My number.” System responds: “Your OnStar 3. Say the entire number without Place a Call Using a Stored Hands-Free Calling number is,” Number pausing, including a “1” and the then says the number. area code. System responds: 1. Press =. System responds: “OK calling.” End a Call “OnStar ready.” = Press . System responds: “Call 2. Say “Call .” System ended.” responds: “OK, calling .” Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

OnStar 14-5

Verify Minutes and Expiration OnStar Additional The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain the OnStar Press = and say “Minutes” then Information service offers and options available. “Verify” to check how many minutes remain and their expiration date. Transferring Service How OnStar Service Works Press Q to request account transfer Automatic Crash Response, Diagnostics eligibility information. The Advisor Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will can assist in canceling or removing Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle perform a vehicle check every account information. If OnStar Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, month. It will check the engine, receives information that vehicle Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn transmission, antilock brakes, and ownership has changed, OnStar Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling major vehicle systems. It also may send a voice message to the are available on most vehicles. Not checks the tire pressures, if the vehicle, requesting updated account all OnStar services are available vehicle is equipped with the Tire information. everywhere or on all vehicles. For Pressure Monitoring System. If an more information, a full description On-Demand Diagnostics check is Reactivation for Subsequent of OnStar services, system Q Owners limitations, and OnStar terms and needed between e-mails, press , conditions: and an Advisor can run a check. Press Q and follow the prompts to . speak to an Advisor as soon as Call 888-4-ONSTAR possible after acquiring the vehicle. (888-466-7827). . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080.

. Press Q to speak with an Advisor. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

14-6 OnStar

OnStar services require a vehicle control of OnStar may prevent TTY Users electrical system, wireless service, service such as hills, tall buildings, OnStar has the ability to and GPS satellite technologies to be tunnels, weather, electrical system communicate to the deaf, available and operating for features design and architecture of the hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired to function properly. These systems vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a customers while in the vehicle. The may not operate if the battery is crash, or wireless phone network available dealer-installed TTY discharged or disconnected. congestion or jamming. system can provide in-vehicle OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on access to all of the OnStar services, your vehicle is in a place where page 13-15. except Virtual Advisor and OnStar OnStar has an agreement with a Turn-by-Turn Navigation. wireless service provider for service Services for People with in that area, and the wireless Disabilities OnStar.com (U.S.) or OnStar.ca service provider has coverage, Advisors provide services to help (Canada) network capacity, reception, and subscribers with physical disabilities The website provides access to technology compatible with OnStar and medical conditions. account information, allows service. Service involving location Q management of the OnStar information about the vehicle cannot Press for help with: subscription, and viewing of videos work unless GPS signals are . Locating a gas station with an of each service. Get subscription available, unobstructed, and attendant to pump gas. plan pricing and sign up for OnStar compatible with the OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics. Click on the . Finding a hotel, restaurant, etc., hardware. OnStar service may not My Account tab on the home that meets accessibility needs. “ ” work if the OnStar equipment is not page. The website navigation and properly installed or it has not been . Providing directions to the services provided may vary by properly maintained. If equipment or closest hospital or pharmacy in country. software is added, connected, urgent situations. or modified, OnStar service may not work. Other problems beyond the Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

OnStar 14-7

OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues . In emergency situations, OnStar Number (PIN) can use the last stored GPS OnStar cannot perform Remote location to send to emergency A PIN is needed to access some of Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle responders. the OnStar services, like Remote Assistance after the vehicle has . Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle been off continuously for five days. A temporary loss of GPS can Assistance. You will be prompted to After five days, OnStar can contact cause loss of the ability to send change the PIN the first time when Roadside Assistance and a a Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. speaking with an Advisor. To locksmith to help gain access to the The Advisor may give a verbal change the OnStar PIN, call OnStar vehicle. route or may ask for a call back and provide the Advisor with the after the vehicle is driven into an current number. Global Positioning open area. System (GPS) Warranty Cellular and GPS Antennas . Obstruction of the GPS can OnStar equipment may be occur in a large city with tall Avoid placing items over or near the warranted as part of the New buildings; in parking garages; antenna to prevent blocking cellular Vehicle Limited Warranty. The around airports; in tunnels, and GPS signal reception. Cellular manufacturer of the vehicle underpasses, or parking reception is required for OnStar to furnishes detailed warranty garages; or in an area with very send remote signals to the vehicle. information. dense trees. If GPS signals are Unable to Connect to OnStar not available, the OnStar system Message Languages should still operate to call The vehicle can be programmed to OnStar. However, OnStar could If there is limited cellular coverage respond in multiple languages. have difficulty identifying the or the cellular network has reached Q exact location. maximum capacity, this message Press and ask an Advisor. Q Advisors are available in English, may come on. Press to try the Spanish and French. Available call again or try again after driving a languages may vary by country. few miles into another cellular area. Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

14-8 OnStar

Vehicle and Power Issues cannot be assured. Third parties THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED may unlawfully intercept or access AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF OnStar services require a vehicle “ ” transmissions and private ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR electrical system, wireless service, communications without consent. IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT and GPS satellite technologies to be LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES available and operating for features OnStar - libcurl and unzip OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS to function properly. These systems acknowledgments FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE may not operate if the battery is AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF discharged or disconnected. Certain OnStar components include libcurl and unzip software. Below THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO Add-on Electrical Equipment are the notices and licenses EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR associated with this software: COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE The OnStar system is integrated LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, into the electrical architecture of the libcurl: DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, vehicle. Do not add any electrical WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF equipment. See Add-On Electrical COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICE CONTRACT, TORT OR Equipment on page 9-59. Added OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, electrical equipment may interfere Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION with the operation of the OnStar Stenberg, . WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE system and cause it to not operate. All rights reserved. USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE. Privacy Permission to use, copy, modify, The complete OnStar Privacy and distribute this software for any Except as contained in this notice, Statement may be found at purpose with or without fee is the name of a copyright holder shall www.onstar.com (U.S.), hereby granted, provided that the not be used in advertising or or www.onstar.ca (Canada). above copyright notice and this otherwise to promote the sale, use Privacy-sensitive users of wireless permission notice appear in all or other dealings in this Software communications are cautioned that copies. without prior written authorization of the privacy of any information sent the copyright holder. via wireless cellular communications Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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14-10 OnStar

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INDEX i-1

A Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ...... 10-112 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ...... 3-25 Interior ...... 10-116 Modifications ...... 10-3 When Should an Airbag Audio Players ...... 7-16 Accessory Power ...... 9-22 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 ...... 9-59 Vehicle ...... 3-31 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 ...... 7-14 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 ...... 2-16 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . 10-15 Alarm Headlamp System ...... 6-3 Air Filter, Passenger Vehicle Security ...... 2-23 Transmission ...... 9-26 Compartment ...... 8-6 Alert Transmission Fluid ...... 10-14 Air Vents ...... 8-6 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 9-44 Automatic Transmission Airbag System All-Wheel Drive ...... 10-30, 9-33 Manual Mode ...... 9-28 Check ...... 3-32 AM-FM Radio ...... 7-8 Shift Lock Control How Does an Airbag Antenna Function Check ...... 10-31 Restrain? ...... 3-24 Multi-band ...... 7-15 Auxiliary Passenger Sensing Antilock Brake Devices ...... 7-33 System ...... 3-26 System (ABS) ...... 9-33 What Makes an Airbag Warning Light ...... 5-23 Inflate? ...... 3-24 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (2,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

i-2 INDEX

B Bulb Replacement ...... 10-37 Carbon Monoxide Fog Lamps ...... 10-35, 6-5 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-25 Battery ...... 10-29 Halogen Bulbs ...... 10-35 Liftgate ...... 2-19 Exterior Lighting Battery Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-34 Trunk ...... 2-17 Saver ...... 6-9 Headlamps ...... 10-35 Winter Driving ...... 9-8 Jump Starting ...... 10-105 High Intensity Discharge Cargo Load Management ...... 6-8 (HID) Lighting ...... 10-35 Cover ...... 4-2 Power Protection ...... 6-8 License Plate Lamps ...... 10-36 Management System ...... 4-3 Voltage and Charging Buying New Tires ...... 10-79 Cargo Net ...... 4-4 Messages ...... 5-32 Cautions, Danger, and Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . 10-32 Warnings ...... iv Bluetooth C CD Player ...... 7-16 Overview ...... 7-35 Calibration ...... 5-7 CD/DVD Player ...... 7-19 Boost Gauge ...... 5-14 California Center Console Storage ...... 4-2 Brake Fuel Requirements ...... 9-50 Central Door Unlock System . . . 2-15 System Warning Light ...... 5-22 Perchlorate Materials Chains, Tire ...... 10-84 Brakes ...... 10-27 Requirements ...... 10-3 Charging System Light ...... 5-18 Antilock ...... 9-33 Warning ...... 10-3 Check Assist ...... 9-37 Camera Engine Light ...... 5-19 Fluid ...... 10-28 Rear Vision (RVC) ...... 9-46 Ignition Parking ...... 9-34, 9-35 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... iii Transmission Lock ...... 10-32 System Messages ...... 5-33 Capacities and Braking ...... 9-3 Specifications ...... 12-2 Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 9-15 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (3,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

INDEX i-3

Child Restraints Connections Customer Assistance ...... 13-4 Infants and Young OnStar® ...... 14-3 Offices ...... 13-3 Children ...... 3-35 Control Text Telephone (TTY) Lower Anchors and Traction and Electronic Users ...... 13-4 Tethers for Children ...... 3-41 Stability ...... 9-38 Customer Information Older Children ...... 3-33 Control of a Vehicle ...... 9-3 Service Publications Securing ...... 3-47, 3-49 Convenience Net ...... 4-6 Ordering Information ...... 13-11 Systems ...... 3-38 Convex Mirrors ...... 2-26 Customer Satisfaction Circuit Breakers ...... 10-38 Coolant Procedure ...... 13-1 Cleaning Engine ...... 10-19 Exterior Care ...... 10-112 Engine Temperature D Interior Care ...... 10-116 Gauge ...... 5-16 Damage Repair, Collision ...... 13-9 Climate Control Systems Engine Temperature Danger, Warnings, and Dual Automatic ...... 8-1 Warning Light ...... 5-24 Cautions ...... iv Clock ...... 5-9 Cooling System ...... 10-18 Data Recorders, Event ...... 13-14 Cluster, Instrument ...... 5-11 Engine Messages ...... 5-35 Daytime Running Clutch, Hydraulic ...... 10-15 Courtesy Transportation Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-2 Collision Damage Repair ...... 13-9 Program ...... 13-8 Defensive Driving ...... 9-3 Compact Spare Tire ...... 10-104 Cover Delayed Locking ...... 2-15 Compartments Cargo ...... 4-2 Devices Storage ...... 4-1 Engine ...... 10-9 Auxiliary ...... 7-33 Compass ...... 5-7 Cruise Control ...... 9-41 Diagnostics Messages ...... 5-34 Light ...... 5-27 OnStar® ...... 14-5 Competitive Driving Mode . . . . . 9-39 Messages ...... 5-34 Distracted Driving ...... 9-2 Compressor Kit, Tire Cupholders ...... 4-2 Sealant ...... 10-86 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (4,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

i-4 INDEX

Door Driving (cont'd) Engine Ajar Messages ...... 5-34 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 9-11 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 10-15 Central Door Unlocking Wet Roads ...... 9-6 Check and Service Engine System ...... 2-15 Winter ...... 9-8 Soon Light ...... 5-19 Delayed Locking ...... 2-15 Dual Automatic Climate Compartment Overview ...... 10-6 Locks ...... 2-13 Control System ...... 8-1 Coolant ...... 10-19 Power Locks ...... 2-15 DVD/CD Player ...... 7-19 Coolant Heater ...... 9-22 Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . 12-4 Coolant Temperature Drive Systems E Gauge ...... 5-16 All-Wheel Drive ...... 10-30, 9-33 Easy Entry Seat ...... 3-3 Coolant Temperature Driver Information Electrical Equipment, Warning Light ...... 5-24 Center (DIC) ...... 5-27 Add-On ...... 9-59 Cooling System ...... 10-18 Driving Electrical System Cooling System Messages . . .5-35 Characteristics and Engine Cover ...... 10-9 Towing Tips ...... 9-53 Compartment Drive Belt Routing ...... 12-4 Competitive ...... 9-39 Fuse Block ...... 10-38, 10-42, Exhaust ...... 9-25 Defensive ...... 9-3 10-46, 10-49 Oil Life System ...... 10-13 Drunk ...... 9-3 Fuses and Circuit Oil Messages ...... 5-36 For Better Fuel Economy . . . . .1-23 Breakers ...... 10-38 Oil Pressure Gauge ...... 5-15 Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-7 Overload ...... 10-37 Overheated Protection Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-8 Rear Operating Mode ...... 10-25 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 9-10 Compartment Overheating ...... 10-24 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Fuse Block ...... 10-53, 10-55, Power Messages ...... 5-36 Off-Road Recovery ...... 9-5 10-57, 10-59 Pressure Light ...... 5-25 Emergency OnStar® ...... 14-2 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (5,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

INDEX i-5

Engine (cont'd) Fluid Fuses Running While Parked ...... 9-26 Automatic Transmission . . . . 10-14 Engine Speed Limiter ...... 5-14 Brakes ...... 10-28 Compartment Starting ...... 1-4, 9-20 Power Steering ...... 10-25 Fuse Block ...... 10-38, 10-42, Entry Lighting ...... 6-7 Washer ...... 10-26 10-46, 10-49 Equipment, Towing ...... 9-58 Fog Lamps Fuses and Circuit Event Data Recorders ...... 13-14 Bulb Breakers ...... 10-38 Exit Lighting ...... 6-7 Replacement ...... 10-35, 6-5 Rear Extender, Safety Belt ...... 3-19 Folding Mirrors ...... 2-27 Compartment Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 6-1 Front Fog Lamp Fuse Block ...... 10-53, 10-55, Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 6-2 Light ...... 5-26 10-57, 10-59 Exterior Lighting Battery Front Seats Saver ...... 6-9 Adjustment ...... 3-3 G Heated and Ventilated ...... 3-9 Garage Door Opener ...... 5-54 F Fuel ...... 9-49 Programming ...... 5-54 Features Additives ...... 9-50 Gasoline Memory ...... 1-9 Economy Driving ...... 1-23 Specifications ...... 9-50 Filter, Filling a Portable Fuel Gauges Engine Air Cleaner ...... 10-15 Container ...... 9-52 Boost ...... 5-14 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Filling the Tank ...... 9-51 Engine Coolant Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 6-4 Foreign Countries ...... 9-50 Temperature ...... 5-16 Flat Tire ...... 10-85 Gasoline Specifications ...... 9-50 Engine Oil Pressure ...... 5-15 Changing ...... 10-96 Gauge ...... 5-13 Fuel ...... 5-13 Floor Mats ...... 10-119 Requirements, California . . . . .9-50 Odometer ...... 5-13 System Messages ...... 5-37 Speedometer ...... 5-13 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (6,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

i-6 INDEX

Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) I Tachometer ...... 5-13 Daytime Running Ignition Positions ...... 9-15, 9-17 Trip Odometer ...... 5-13 Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-2 Ignition Transmission Lock Warning Lights and Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Check ...... 10-32 Indicators ...... 5-10 High Intensity Discharge Immobilizer ...... 2-24 General Information (HID) Lighting ...... 10-35 Infants and Young Children, Service and Maintenance . . . . . 11-1 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-26 Restraints ...... 3-35 Towing ...... 9-53 High/Low Beam Changer ...... 6-2 Infotainment ...... 7-1 Vehicle Care ...... 10-3 Lamps On Reminder ...... 5-26 Instrument Cluster ...... 5-11 Glove Box ...... 4-1 Washer ...... 5-7 Instrument Panel GM Mobility Reimbursement Heated Storage Area ...... 4-1 Program ...... 13-5 Steering Wheel ...... 5-4 Introduction ...... iii Heated and Ventilated Front H Seats ...... 3-9 J Halogen Bulbs ...... 10-35 Heated Mirrors ...... 2-27 Jump Starting ...... 10-105 Hard Drive Device (HDD) ...... 7-27 Heater Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 6-4 Engine Coolant ...... 9-22 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-26 K Active ...... 3-3 High-Speed Operation ...... 10-71 Key and Lock Messages ...... 5-37 Headlamps Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-7 Keyless Entry Adaptive Forward Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-8 Remote (RKE) System . . . 2-4, 2-9 Lighting (AFL) ...... 6-4 Hood ...... 10-5 Keys ...... 2-2 Aiming ...... 10-34 Horn ...... 5-4 Automatic ...... 6-3 How to Wear Safety Belts Bulb Replacement ...... 10-35 Properly ...... 3-13 Hydraulic Clutch ...... 10-15 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (7,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

INDEX i-7

L Lighting Lights (cont'd) Adaptive Forward ...... 6-4 Tire Pressure ...... 5-25 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 10-64 Entry ...... 6-7 Traction Control System Lamps Exit ...... 6-7 (TCS)/StabiliTrak® ...... 5-24 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 6-2 Illumination Control ...... 6-6 Up-Shift ...... 5-23 Exterior Controls ...... 6-1 LED ...... 10-35 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-40 Exterior Lamps Off Parade Dimming ...... 6-7 Locks Reminder ...... 6-2 Lights Automatic Door ...... 2-16 Exterior Lighting Battery Airbag Readiness ...... 5-17 Central Door Unlocking Saver ...... 6-9 Antilock Brake System System ...... 2-15 License Plate ...... 10-36 (ABS) Warning ...... 5-23 Delayed Locking ...... 2-15 Malfunction Indicator ...... 5-19 Brake System Warning ...... 5-22 Door ...... 2-13 Messages ...... 5-39 Charging System ...... 5-18 Lockout Protection ...... 2-16 On Reminder ...... 5-26 Cruise Control ...... 5-27 Power Door ...... 2-15 Reading ...... 6-6 Engine Coolant Safety ...... 2-16 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-14 Temperature Warning ...... 5-24 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 LATCH System Engine Oil Pressure ...... 5-25 Low-Profile Tires ...... 10-63 Replacing Parts after a Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Lower Anchors and Tethers Crash ...... 3-47 Front Fog Lamp ...... 5-26 for Children (LATCH LATCH, Lower Anchors and High-Beam On ...... 5-26 System) ...... 3-41 Tethers for Children ...... 3-41 High/Low Beam Changer ...... 6-2 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 3-5 LED Lighting ...... 10-35 Safety Belt Reminders ...... 5-16 Front Seats ...... 3-5 Liftgate Security ...... 5-26 Carbon Monoxide ...... 2-19 StabiliTrak® OFF ...... 5-23 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (8,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

i-8 INDEX

M Messages (cont'd) N Fuel System ...... 5-37 Magnetic Ride Control ...... 9-40 Navigation Key and Lock ...... 5-37 Maintenance OnStar® ...... 14-2 Lamp ...... 5-39 Records ...... 11-17 Vehicle Data Recording Object Detection System . . . . .5-40 Maintenance Schedule and Privacy ...... 13-15 Ride Control System ...... 5-41 Recommended Fluids Net Security ...... 5-43 and Lubricants ...... 11-13 Cargo ...... 4-4 Service Vehicle ...... 5-44 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . 5-19 Net, Convenience ...... 4-6 Tire ...... 5-44 Manual Mode ...... 9-28 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 9-15 Transmission ...... 5-45 Manual Transmission ...... 9-31 Vehicle ...... 5-31 Fluid ...... 10-14 Vehicle Speed ...... 5-46 O Memory Features ...... 1-9 Washer Fluid ...... 5-46 Object Detection System Memory Seats ...... 3-7 Mirrors Messages ...... 5-40 Messages Automatic Dimming Odometer ...... 5-13 Airbag System ...... 5-43 Rearview ...... 2-27 Trip ...... 5-13 Battery Voltage and Convex ...... 2-26 Off-Road Charging ...... 5-32 Folding ...... 2-27 Recovery ...... 9-5 Brake System ...... 5-33 Heated ...... 2-27 Oil Compass ...... 5-34 Power ...... 2-27 Engine ...... 10-10 Door Ajar ...... 5-34 Monitor System, Tire Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-13 Engine Cooling System ...... 5-35 Pressure ...... 10-72 Engine Oil Pressure Engine Oil ...... 5-36 MP3 ...... 7-23 Gauge ...... 5-15 Engine Power ...... 5-36 Multi-band Antenna ...... 7-15 Messages ...... 5-36 Pressure Light ...... 5-25 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (9,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

INDEX i-9

Older Children, Restraints . . . . . 3-33 P Phone Online Owner Center ...... 13-4 Bluetooth ...... 7-35 Parade Dimming ...... 6-7 OnStar® Power Park System, In Brief ...... 1-23 Door Locks ...... 2-15 Shifting Into ...... 9-23 OnStar® Additional Mirrors ...... 2-27 Shifting Out of ...... 9-24 Information ...... 14-5 Outlets ...... 5-9 Parking ...... 9-25 OnStar® Connections ...... 14-3 Protection, Battery ...... 6-8 Brake ...... 9-34, 9-35 OnStar® Diagnostics ...... 14-5 Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-22 Brake and P (Park) OnStar® Emergency ...... 14-2 Seat Adjustment ...... 3-4 Mechanism Check ...... 10-32 OnStar® Navigation ...... 14-2 Steering Fluid ...... 10-25 Over Things That Burn ...... 9-25 OnStar® Overview ...... 14-1 Windows ...... 2-28 Parking Assist OnStar® Security ...... 14-2 Pregnancy, Using Safety Ultrasonic ...... 9-43 Operation, Infotainment Belts ...... 3-18 Passenger Airbag Status System ...... 7-3 Privacy Indicator ...... 5-18 Ordering Radio Frequency Passenger Compartment Air Service Publications ...... 13-11 Identification (RFID) ...... 13-15 Filter ...... 8-6 Outlets Program Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-26 Power ...... 5-9 Courtesy Transportation ...... 13-8 Perchlorate Materials Overheated Engine Proposition 65 Warning, Requirements, California . . . . . 10-3 California ...... 10-3 Protection Personalization Operating Mode ...... 10-25 Vehicle ...... 5-46 Overheating, Engine ...... 10-24 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (10,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

i-10 INDEX

R Remote Keyless Entry Roadside Service ...... 13-5 (RKE) System ...... 2-4, 2-9 Roof Radio Frequency Remote Vehicle Start ...... 2-11 Sunroof ...... 2-30 Identification (RFID) ...... 13-15 Replacement Bulbs ...... 10-37 Roof Rack System ...... 4-6 Statement ...... 13-15 Replacement Parts Rotation, Tires ...... 10-76 Radios Airbags ...... 3-32 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . 12-4 AM-FM Radio ...... 7-8 Maintenance ...... 11-15 Running the Vehicle While CD/DVD Player ...... 7-19 Replacing Airbag System ...... 3-32 Parked ...... 9-26 Reception ...... 7-14 Replacing LATCH System Satellite ...... 7-10 Parts after a Crash ...... 3-47 Reading Lamps ...... 6-6 S Replacing Safety Belt Rear Axle Safety Belts ...... 3-12 System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-19 Limited-Slip ...... 9-40 Care ...... 3-19 Reporting Safety Defects Rear Seats ...... 3-11 Extender ...... 3-19 Canadian Government ...... 13-13 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 9-46 How to Wear Safety Belts General Motors ...... 13-13 Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 5-6 Properly ...... 3-13 U.S. Government ...... 13-12 Rearview Mirrors Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-14 Restraints Automatic Dimming ...... 2-27 Reminders ...... 5-16 Where to Put ...... 3-39 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-6 Replacing after a Crash ...... 3-19 Retained Accessory Recommended Fluids and Use During Pregnancy ...... 3-18 Power (RAP) ...... 9-22 Lubricants ...... 11-13 Safety Defects Reporting Ride Control Systems Records Canadian Government ...... 13-13 Limited Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-40 Maintenance ...... 11-17 General Motors ...... 13-13 Magnetic ...... 9-40 Recreational Vehicle U.S. Government ...... 13-12 Messages ...... 5-41 Towing ...... 10-109 Safety Locks ...... 2-16 Roads Reimbursement Program, Safety System Check ...... 3-19 Driving, Wet ...... 9-6 GM Mobility ...... 13-5 Satellite Radio ...... 7-10 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (11,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

INDEX i-11

Scheduling Appointments ...... 13-7 Service (cont'd) StabiliTrak Sealant Kit, Tire ...... 10-86 Maintenance, General OFF Light ...... 5-23 Seats Information ...... 11-1 Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 2-11 Adjustment, Front ...... 3-3 Parts Identification Label . . . . .12-1 Starter Switch Check ...... 10-31 Easy Entry Seat ...... 3-3 Publications Ordering Starting the Engine ...... 1-4, 9-20 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Information ...... 13-11 Steering ...... 9-4 Heated and Ventilated Front . . . 3-9 Scheduling Appointments . . . . .13-7 Fluid, Power ...... 10-25 Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . 3-5 Vehicle Messages ...... 5-44 Heated Wheel ...... 5-4 Memory ...... 3-7 Servicing the Airbag ...... 3-31 Wheel Adjustment ...... 5-2 Power Adjustment, Front ...... 3-4 Shift Lock Control Function Wheel Controls ...... 5-3 Rear ...... 3-11 Check, Automatic Storage Areas Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-6 Transmission ...... 10-31 Cargo Cover ...... 4-2 Securing Child Shifting Cargo Management System . . . 4-3 Restraints ...... 3-47, 3-49 Into Park ...... 9-23 Center Console ...... 4-2 Security Out of Park ...... 9-24 Convenience Net ...... 4-6 Light ...... 5-26 Side Blind Zone Glove Box ...... 4-1 Messages ...... 5-43 Alert (SBZA) ...... 9-44 Instrument Panel ...... 4-1 OnStar® ...... 14-2 Signals, Turn and Roof Rack System ...... 4-6 Vehicle ...... 2-23 Lane-Change ...... 6-5 Storage Compartments ...... 4-1 Vehicle Alarm ...... 2-23 Spare Tire Storing the Tire Service Compact ...... 10-104 Sealant and Accessories and Specifications and Compressor Kit ...... 10-94–10-96 Modifications ...... 10-3 Capacities ...... 12-2 Stuck Vehicle ...... 9-10 Doing Your Own Work ...... 10-4 Speed Limiter, Engine ...... 5-14 Sun Visors ...... 2-30 Engine Soon Light ...... 5-19 Speedometer ...... 5-13 Sunroof ...... 2-30 Maintenance Records ...... 11-17 Symbols ...... iv Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (12,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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System Tires (cont'd) Towing (cont'd) Infotainment ...... 7-1 Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-72 Trailer ...... 9-56 Roof Rack ...... 4-6 Rotation ...... 10-76 Vehicle ...... 10-109 Sealant and Track Events and T Compressor Kit ...... 10-86 Competitive Driving ...... 9-6 Tachometer ...... 5-13 Sealant and Traction Compressor Control System (TCS)/ Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-4 ® Theft-Deterrent Kit, Storing ...... 10-94–10-96 StabiliTrak Light ...... 5-24 Systems ...... 2-24, 2-25 Sidewall Labeling ...... 10-64 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 9-40 Immobilizer ...... 2-24 Terminology and Traction Control/Electronic Thigh Support Adjustment ...... 3-6 Definitions ...... 10-67 Stability Control ...... 9-38 Time ...... 5-9 Uniform Tire Quality Trailer Tires Grading ...... 10-82 Towing ...... 9-56 Buying New Tires ...... 10-79 Wheel Alignment and Tire Transmission Chains ...... 10-84 Balance ...... 10-83 Automatic ...... 9-26 Changing ...... 10-96 Wheel Replacement ...... 10-83 Fluid, Automatic ...... 10-14 Compact Spare ...... 10-104 When It Is Time for New Fluid, Manual ...... 10-14 Designations ...... 10-66 Tires ...... 10-78 Messages ...... 5-45 Different Size ...... 10-81 Winter ...... 10-63 Transportation Program, If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 10-85 Towing Courtesy ...... 13-8 Inflation Monitor System . . . . 10-73 Driving Characteristics ...... 9-53 Trip Odometer ...... 5-13 Inspection ...... 10-76 Equipment ...... 9-58 Trunk ...... 2-17 Low Profile ...... 10-63 General Information ...... 9-53 Turn and Lane-Change Messages ...... 5-44 Recreational Vehicle ...... 10-109 Signals ...... 6-5 Pressure ...... 10-71 Pressure Light ...... 5-25 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (13,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

INDEX i-13

U Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New Storing the Tire Tires ...... 10-78 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...... 9-43 Sealant and Where to Put the Restraint . . . . 3-39 Uniform Tire Quality Compressor Windows ...... 2-28 Grading ...... 10-82 Kit ...... 10-94 10-96 Power ...... 2-28 Universal Remote System . . . . . 5-54 – Tire Pressure ...... 10-70 Windshield Operation ...... 5-57 Ventilation, Air ...... 8-6 Wiper/Washer ...... 5-4 Programming ...... 5-54 Visors ...... 2-30 Winter Up-Shift Light ...... 5-23 Driving ...... 9-8 Using This Manual ...... iv W Winter Tires ...... 10-63 V Warning Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 10-32 Brake System Light ...... 5-22 Wipers Vehicle Warning Lights, Gauges, Rear Washer ...... 5-6 Alarm System ...... 2-23 and Indicators ...... 5-10 Canadian Owners ...... iii Warnings ...... iv Control ...... 9-3 Cautions and Danger ...... iv Identification Hazard Flashers ...... 6-4 Number (VIN) ...... 12-1 Washer Fluid ...... 10-26 Load Limits ...... 9-11 Messages ...... 5-46 Messages ...... 5-31 Washer, Headlamps ...... 5-7 Personalization ...... 5-46 Wheels Remote Start ...... 2-11 Alignment and Tire Security ...... 2-23 Balance ...... 10-83 Speed Messages ...... 5-46 Different Size ...... 10-81 Towing ...... 10-109 Replacement ...... 10-83 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1) 6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13

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