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Contents Introduction ...... 2 In Brief ...... 5 Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 27 Seats and Restraints ...... 52 Storage ...... 103 Instruments and Controls ...... 107 Lighting ...... 160 Infotainment System ...... 168 Climate Controls ...... 169 Driving and Operating ...... 178 Vehicle Care ...... 242 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 328 Technical Data ...... 342 Customer Information ...... 345 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 355 OnStar ...... 359 Index ...... 369 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

2 Introduction Introduction This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that Propriétaires Canadiens was not purchased on the vehicle, A French language manual can be model variants, country obtained from your dealer, at specifications, features/applications www.helminc.com, or from: that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to On peut obtenir un exemplaire de the printing of this owner manual. ce guide en français auprès du The names, logos, emblems, concessionnaire ou à l'adresse Refer to the purchase savant: slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your vehicle body designs appearing in specific vehicle to confirm the Helm, Incorporated this manual including, but not limited features. Attention: Customer Service to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, 47911 Halyard Drive the CADILLAC Emblem, and XTS Keep this manual in the vehicle for Plymouth, MI 48170 are trademarks and/or service quick reference. marks of General Motors LLC, its Using this Manual subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. To quickly locate information about For vehicles first sold in Canada, the vehicle, use the Index in the substitute the name “General back of the manual. It is an Motors of Canada Limited” for alphabetical list of what is in the Cadillac Motor Car Division manual and the page number where wherever it appears in this manual. it can be found.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 23180157 A First Printing © 2015 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Caution Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. For more labels and in this manual describe information on the symbol, refer to hazards and what to do to avoid or the Index. reduce them. A circle with a slash through it is a : Airbag Readiness Light safety symbol which means “Do 9 { Danger Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let # : Air Conditioning this happen.” G Danger indicates a hazard with a : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil high level of risk which will result Symbols ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) in serious injury or death. g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls The vehicle has components and ® labels that use symbols instead of or OnStar (if equipped) text. Symbols are shown along with $ : Brake System Warning Light { Warning the text describing the operation or I : Certified Technician information relating to a specific Warning indicates a hazard that component, control, message, " : Charging System could result in injury or death. gauge, or indicator. I : Cruise Control M : Shown when the owner ` : Do Not Puncture manual has additional instructions ^ : Do Not Service Caution or information. * : Shown when the service B : Engine Coolant Temperature Caution indicates a hazard that manual has additional instructions O : Exterior Lamps could result in property or vehicle or information. damage. _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited 0 : Shown when there is more H : Flammable information on another page — “see page.” . : Fuel Gauge Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

4 Introduction

+ : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ( : Heated Steering Wheel j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® a : Under Pressure M : Windshield Washer Fluid Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Steering Wheel Controls ...... 19 Driving for Better Fuel In Brief Cruise Control ...... 20 Economy ...... 26 Driver Information Roadside Service ...... 26 Center (DIC) ...... 20 Instrument Panel Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Instrument Panel Overview ...... 6 System ...... 21 Initial Drive Information Front Automatic Braking (FAB) Initial Drive Information ...... 8 System ...... 21 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Lane Departure System ...... 8 Warning (LDW) ...... 21 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 8 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 21 Door Locks ...... 9 Side Blind Zone Trunk ...... 9 Alert (SBZA) ...... 21 Windows ...... 9 Surround Vision ...... 22 Seat Adjustment ...... 10 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 22 Memory Features ...... 12 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Second Row Seats ...... 13 System ...... 22 Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 13 Parking Assist ...... 22 Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 13 Automatic Parking Safety Belts ...... 14 Assist (APA) ...... 22 Passenger Sensing System . . . 14 Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) Mirror Adjustment ...... 14 System ...... 22 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 15 Power Outlets ...... 23 Interior Lighting ...... 15 Universal Remote System . . . . . 23 Exterior Lighting ...... 16 Sunroof ...... 23 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 16 Performance and Maintenance Climate Controls ...... 18 Traction Control/Electronic Transmission ...... 19 Stability Control ...... 24 Vehicle Features Tire Pressure Monitor ...... 25 Infotainment System ...... 19 Engine Oil Life System ...... 25 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

6 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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1. Air Vents 0 175. 7. Infotainment 0 168. 15. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 2. Electric Parking Brake 0 201. 8. Glove Box Button. See Glove 108. 0 0 Instrument Panel Illumination Box 104. 16. Cruise Control 206. Control 0 165. Parking Assist Button. See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 208 0 Assistance Systems for (If Equipped). Head-Up Display (HUD) 137 0 (If Equipped). Parking or Backing 217. Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 0 3. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 160. Automatic Parking Assist (APA) System 223 (If Equipped). Button. See Assistance Phone Button. See “Steering Turn Signal Lever. See Turn Systems for Parking or Backing Wheel Controls” in the and Lane-Change Signals 0 217. 0 164. infotainment manual. 9. Dual Automatic Climate Control 0 4. Instrument Cluster 0 115. 0 Heated Steering Wheel 108 System 169. (If Equipped). Driver Information Center (DIC) Heated and Ventilated Front 17. Data Link Connector (DLC) Display. See Driver Information Seats 0 60 (If Equipped). Center (DIC) 0 134. (Out of View). See Malfunction 10. Instrument Panel Storage Indicator Lamp (Check Engine 5. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 103 (If Equipped). Light) 0 125. 0 109. Wireless Charging Pad (If 18. Hood Release. See Hood 6. Hazard Warning Flashers Equipped) (Out of View). See 0 245. 0 164. 0 Wireless Charging 113. 19. Instrument Panel Storage Lane Departure Warning 11. Shift Lever. See Automatic 0 103. (LDW) 0 229. Transmission 0 197. Lane Keeping Assist (LKA). 12. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) See Ignition Positions 0 190. 0 230. 13. Steering Wheel Controls 0 108. Traction Control/Electronic 0 Stability Control 0 203. 14. Horn 109. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

8 In Brief

Initial Drive 7 : Press and release one time to Remote Vehicle Start initiate vehicle locator. Press and The engine can be started from Information hold for three seconds to sound the outside of the vehicle. This section provides a brief panic alarm. Press again or start the overview about some of the vehicle to cancel the panic alarm. Starting the Vehicle important features that may or may X : Press twice quickly to release 1. Press and release Q on the not be on your specific vehicle. the trunk. RKE transmitter. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be 2. Immediately press and hold / found later in this owner manual. for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash. Remote Keyless Entry 3. Start the vehicle normally after (RKE) System entering. The RKE transmitter may be used When the vehicle starts, the parking to lock and unlock the doors from up lamps will turn on. to 60 m (197 ft) away from the Remote start can be extended. vehicle. Canceling a Remote Start Q : Press to lock all doors. To cancel a remote start, do one of K : Press to unlock the driver door the following: or all doors, depending on the Press the key release button near vehicle personalization settings. the bottom of the transmitter to / remove the key. The key can be . Press and hold until the See “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start” parking lamps turn off. under Vehicle Personalization used for the driver door. 0 150. See Keys 0 27 and Remote Keyless . Turn on the hazard warning Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28. flashers. . Turn the vehicle on and then off. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 34. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Door Locks . From the outside, press Q or K To open the trunk, press | from To lock or unlock a door manually: on the RKE transmitter. See inside the vehicle or press X twice Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) quickly on the Remote Keyless 0 . Use the key in the driver door. System Operation 28. Entry (RKE) transmitter, or press the The key cylinder is covered by a touch pad on the rear of the trunk cap. See Door Locks 0 36. From the outside, if the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Access, above the license plate after . From the inside, to lock a door press the button on the door handle unlocking all doors. See Remote push down on the door lock when the Remote Keyless Entry Keyless Entry (RKE) System knob on top of the door. To (RKE) transmitter is within range to Operation 0 28 and Trunk 0 40. unlock a door, pull once on the unlock it. See Remote Keyless door handle to unlock it, and Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28. Windows again to open it. Power Door Locks Trunk

The power windows only operate with the ignition in ACC/ . From the inside, press Q or K. ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, See Power Door Locks 0 38. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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or when Retained Accessory Power Uplevel Seat Control . Press Rearward (3) to make (RAP) is active. See Retained rearward adjustments of the Accessory Power (RAP) 0 194. selected feature. The power window switches on the . Press Down (4) to make driver door control all the windows. downward adjustments of the Each passenger door has a switch selected feature. that controls only that window. . Press Forward (5) to make Press the switch to lower the forward adjustments of the window. Pull the switch up to selected feature. raise it. Power Seat Adjustment See Power Windows 0 46. Seat Adjustment 1. Feature Select Uplevel Seat Adjustment 2. Up If equipped, the ignition must be on to use all uplevel seat features. 3. Rearward 4. Down 5. Forward . Move Feature Select (1) to display seat adjustments on the center stack. Press and release or hold to scroll through Base Shown, Uplevel Similar features. To adjust the seat: . Press Up (2) to make upward . Move the seat forward or adjustments of the selected rearward by sliding the control feature. forward or rearward. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Raise or lower the front part of . Press and release or hold . Press Forward (5) or the seat cushion by moving the Feature Select (1) to scroll to Rearward (3) to adjust bolster front of the control up or down. lumbar support on the center support inward or outward. . Raise or lower the seat by stack. See Lumbar Adjustment 0 56. moving the rear of the control up . Press Forward (5) or or down. Rearward (3) to adjust lumbar Upper Shoulder Support See Power Seat Adjustment 0 56. forward or rearward. To adjust upper shoulder support, . Press Up (2) or Down (4) to if equipped: Lumbar and Bolster Support adjust lumbar up or down. Uplevel Seat Adjustment See Lumbar Adjustment 0 56. If equipped, the ignition must be on To adjust bolster support, to use all uplevel seat features. if equipped: To adjust lumbar support, if equipped:

. Press and release or hold Feature Select (1) to scroll to upper shoulder support on the center stack. . Press Forward (5) or . Press and release or hold Rearward (3) to adjust shoulder Feature Select (1) to scroll to support forward or rearward. bolster support on the center 0 stack. See Lumbar Adjustment 56. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Reclining Seatbacks Massage Memory Features

Base Shown, Uplevel Similar Driver Seat Shown, Passenger Driver Buttons Shown, Passenger Seat Similar To adjust the seatback: Buttons Similar . Tilt the top of the control If equipped, the ignition must be on If equipped, the SET, 1, 2, and B rearward to recline. to use the massage feature. (Exit) buttons on the driver door and front passenger door are used to . Tilt the top of the control forward Massage may also be activated and adjusted as follows: manually store and recall memory to raise. settings for the driver and See Reclining Seatbacks 0 58. 1. Turn the selection control (1) to passenger seats. The driver view massage options on the memory buttons also store outside center stack display. mirror and power tilt and telescoping 2. Select massage feature. steering column positions, and massage settings (if equipped). 3. Press up or down to select massage type. When Auto Memory Recall is enabled in the personalization See Massage 0 62. menu, positions previously stored to Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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memory buttons 1 and 2 are Heated and Ventilated the next lower setting, and then to recalled when the ignition is the off setting. The indicator lights changed from OFF to ON/RUN or Seats next to the buttons indicate three for ACC/ACCESSORY. the highest setting and one for the When Easy Exit Options is enabled lowest. If the front heated seats are in the personalization menu, the on high, the level may automatically seats will move rearward when the be lowered after approximately ignition is changed to OFF and 30 minutes. driver door is opened within a See Heated and Ventilated Front short time. Seats 0 60. See Memory Seats 0 59 and Vehicle Personalization 0 150. Head Restraint Adjustment Second Row Seats Do not drive until the head restraints On some vehicles, either side of the for all occupants are installed and seatback can be folded for more If available, the buttons are near the adjusted properly. cargo space. climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be in To achieve a comfortable seating 0 See Rear Seats 62. ON/RUN/START. position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary Press J or z to heat the driver or while keeping the seat and the head passenger seat cushion and restraint height in the proper seatback. position. 0 Press C or { to ventilate the driver See Head Restraints 53 and Power Seat Adjustment 0 56. or passenger seat. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead System console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 123. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirror United States

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: Canada 0 . Safety Belts 65. The passenger sensing system will . How to Wear Safety Belts turn off the front outboard Properly 0 66. passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No . Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 67. 1. Move the selector switch to L other airbag is affected by the (Left) or R (Right) to choose . Lower Anchors and Tethers for passenger sensing system. See the driver or passenger mirror. Children (LATCH System) 0 91. Passenger Sensing System 0 78. 2. Press one of the four arrows to move the mirror. 3. Move the selector switch to ) to deselect the mirror. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The vehicle has manual folding Steering Wheel mirrors or, if equipped, power folding mirrors. See Folding Mirrors 0 45. Adjustment Interior Mirror Adjustment Hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle has an automatic To change the dome lamp settings, dimming rearview mirror. The mirror press: will automatically reduce the glare OFF : Turns the lamp off, even from the headlamps from behind. when a door is open. The dimming feature comes on Press the control to move the tilt when the vehicle is started. See and telescoping steering wheel up DOOR : The lamp comes on Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror and down or forward and rearward. automatically when a door is 0 46. Do not adjust the steering wheel opened. while driving. ON : Turns the dome lamp on. Interior Lighting Reading Lamps There are reading lamps on the Dome Lamp overhead console and over the rear The dome lamp is in the overhead passenger doors. These lamps console. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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come on automatically when any Press the lamp lenses to turn the AUTO : Automatically turns the door is opened. To manually turn rear passenger reading lamps on exterior lamps on and off, the reading lamps on or off: or off. depending on outside lighting. For more information on interior ; : Turns on the parking lamps lighting, see Instrument Panel including all lamps, except the Illumination Control 0 165. headlamps. 5 : Turns on the headlamps Exterior Lighting together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. See: . Exterior Lamp Controls 0 160 . Turn and Lane-Change Signals 0 164 . Headlamp High/Low-Beam 0 Press m or n next to each Changer 162 overhead console reading lamp. The exterior lamp control is on the Windshield Wiper/Washer turn signal lever. Turn the control to the following positions: O : Turns off the exterior lamps. The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released. Turn to O again to reactivate the AUTO mode. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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With the ignition in ACC/ . Turn the band down for less ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, sensitivity to moisture. move the lever to select the wiper . Move the windshield wiper lever speed. out of the INT position to HI : Use for fast wipes. deactivate Rainsense. LO : Use for slow wipes. To turn the Rainsense feature on or off, see “Rain Sense Wipers” under Vehicle Personalization 0 150. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the lever down. For several wipes, hold the lever down. n L : Pull the lever toward you to INT : Use this setting for intermittent spray windshield washer fluid and wipes or Rainsense™, if equipped. activate the wipers. For intermittent wipes, move the See Windshield Wiper/Washer windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn 0 109. the x INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If equipped with Rainsense, move the windshield wiper lever to INT and turn the x INT band to adjust the sensitivity to moisture. . Turn the band up for more sensitivity to moisture. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Climate Controls The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation.

Climate Touch Screen Controls 1. Outside Temperature Display 2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls Climate Control Buttons 3. Fan Control 1. Driver and Passenger 7. Defrost 4. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature Controls 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Temperature) 2. Fan Control 5. A/C Mode (Air Conditioning) 3. OFF (Fan) 6. Climate Control Selection 4. Driver and Passenger Heated (Application Tray Button) and Ventilated Seats (If 7. Rear (Rear Climate Control Equipped) Touch Screen) 5. Recirculation 8. Air Delivery Mode Control 6. Rear Window Defogger Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

In Brief 19 See Dual Automatic Climate Control Information Center (DIC) message Vehicle Features System 0 169 and Rear Climate indicates the gear the vehicle is in. 0 0 Control System 174 (if equipped). See Manual Mode 199. Infotainment System Transmission See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio Tap Shift players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings. Steering Wheel Controls The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual.

Tap Shift allows the driver to manually control the automatic transmission. To use Tap Shift, the shift lever must be in M (Manual Mode). If equipped, the controls are on the back of the steering wheel. Tap the left control to downshift, and the right control to upshift. A Driver Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Cruise Control (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, press +RES up to the second detent. SET− : Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If the cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. To decrease speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET− down to the first detent. To decrease speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, press SET− down to the second detent. or : Move SEL up or down to * : Press to disengage cruise y z go to the previous or next selection. control without erasing the set J : Press to turn the system on speed from memory. S or T : Press to move between and off. A white indicator appears in 0 the interactive display zones in the the instrument cluster when See Cruise Control 206 or 0 cluster. Press S to go back to the turned on. Adaptive Cruise Control 208 (if equipped). previous menu. +RES : If there is a set speed in SEL : Press to open a menu or memory, press the control up briefly Driver Information select a menu item. Press and hold to resume to that speed or press to reset values on certain screens. and hold to accelerate. If the cruise Center (DIC) control is already active, use to The DIC display is in the instrument See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 increase vehicle speed. To increase cluster. It shows the status of many 134. speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), press vehicle systems. +RES up to the first detent. To increase speed to the next 5 km/h Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Forward Collision Alert vehicle. This can help avoid or marking without using a turn signal lessen the severity of crashes when in that direction. It may also provide (FCA) System driving in a forward gear. a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) If equipped, FCA may help avoid or See Front Automatic Braking (FAB) alert as the lane marking is crossed. reduce the harm caused by System 0 225. The system will not assist or alert if front-end crashes. FCA provides a it detects that you are actively green indicator, V, when a vehicle Lane Departure steering. Override LKA by turning is detected ahead. This indicator the steering wheel. LKA uses a displays amber if you follow a Warning (LDW) camera to detect lane markings vehicle much too closely. When If equipped, LDW may help avoid between 60 km/h (37 mph) and approaching a vehicle ahead too unintentional lane departures at 180 km/h (112 mph). quickly, FCA provides a flashing red speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert on the windshield and rapidly greater. LDW uses a camera sensor 0 229 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) beeps or pulses the driver seat. to detect the lane markings. The 0 230. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) LDW light, @, is green if a lane System 0 223. marking is detected. If the vehicle Side Blind Zone departs the lane, the light will Alert (SBZA) Front Automatic Braking change to amber and flash. In addition, beeps will sound or the If equipped, SBZA will detect (FAB) System driver seat will pulse. moving vehicles in the next lane If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise over in the vehicle's side blind zone See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) area. When this happens, the SBZA Control (ACC), it also has FAB, 0 229. which includes Intelligent Brake display will light up in the Assist (IBA). When the system corresponding outside side mirror detects a vehicle ahead in your path Lane Keep Assist (LKA) and will flash if the turn signal is on. that is traveling in the same If equipped, LKA may help avoid See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) direction that you may be about to crashes due to unintentional lane 0 227. crash into, it can provide a boost to departures. It may assist by gently braking or automatically brake the turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Surround Vision See Assistance Systems for Parking The vehicle may also have the Front or Backing 0 217. Parking Assist system. If equipped, views around the vehicle display on the center stack See Assistance Systems for Parking Rear Cross Traffic Alert 0 to aid with parking and low-speed or Backing 217. maneuvers. (RCTA) System Automatic Parking See “Surround Vision” under If equipped, the RCTA system uses Assistance Systems for Parking or a triangle with an arrow displayed Assist (APA) Backing 0 217. on the RVC screen to warn of traffic If equipped, the APA system helps behind your vehicle that may cross Front Vision Camera to search for and maneuver the your vehicle's path while in vehicle into parallel or perpendicular If equipped, a view of the area in R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will parking spots using automatic front of the vehicle displays on the sound, or the driver seat will pulse. steering, DIC displays, and beeps. center stack to aid with parking and See Assistance Systems for Parking When the vehicle speed is below low-speed maneuvers. or Backing 0 217. 30 km/h (18 mph), press O to See “Front Vision Camera” under enable the system. Assistance Systems for Parking or Parking Assist See “Automatic Parking Assist Backing 0 217. If equipped, Rear Parking (APA)” under Assistance Systems Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the for Parking or Backing 0 217. Rear Vision rear bumper to assist with parking Camera (RVC) and avoiding objects while in Rear Automatic Braking R (Reverse). It operates at speeds If equipped, RVC displays a view of less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may (RAB) System the area behind the vehicle on the display a warning triangle on the If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise center stack display when the Rear Vision Camera screen and a Control (ACC) it also has the RAB vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to graphic on the instrument cluster to system, which is designed to help aid with parking and low-speed provide the object distance. In avoid or reduce the harm caused by backing maneuvers. addition, multiple beeps or seat backing crashes when the vehicle is pulses may occur if very close to an shifted into R (Reverse). If the object. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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system detects the vehicle is Universal Remote System See Universal Remote System backing too fast to avoid a crash 0 157. with a detected object behind your vehicle in your path, it may Sunroof automatically brake hard to a stop. For vehicles equipped with a See Assistance Systems for Parking sunroof, the ignition must be in ON/ or Backing 0 217. RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) to Power Outlets operate the sunroof and power The accessory power outlets can be sunshade. See Ignition Positions 0 190 and Retained Accessory used to plug in electrical equipment, 0 such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Power (RAP) 194. The vehicle has three accessory power outlets: If equipped, this system provides a . Inside the front storage area way to replace up to three remote below the climate control control transmitters used to activate system. devices such as garage door . Inside the center console. openers, security systems, and home automation devices. . On the rear of the center console. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Lift the cover to access the Universal Remote system. Because accessory power outlet. of the steps involved, it may be See Power Outlets 0 111. helpful to have another person available to assist you with 1. ~ Sunroof Switch programming the Universal Remote Q system. 2. Sunshade Switch Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

24 In Brief Sunroof Switch Express Open/Express Close : Performance and Press and release the rear or front Vent Feature : Press and hold the Q Maintenance front of ~ to vent the sunroof. The of to express open or express close the sunshade. If the sunroof is sunshade will automatically open Traction Control/ approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press opened, the sunshade will express close within a few inches of the Electronic Stability and hold the rear of ~ to close opened sunroof. the vent. Control See Sunroof 0 50. Comfort Stop Feature : This The Traction Control System (TCS) feature stops the sunroof from limits wheel spin. The system turns opening fully. Press and release the on automatically every time the rear of ~ to open the sunroof to vehicle is started. the comfort open position. Press the The StabiliTrak system assists with rear of ~ again to open the directional control of the vehicle in sunroof fully. If the sunshade is not difficult driving conditions. The fully open when the comfort feature system also turns on automatically is pressed the second time, the every time the vehicle is started. sunshade will open fully. . To turn off traction control, press Express Close : Press and release and release the g button on the the front of ~ to express close the center stack. i comes on in the sunroof. instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message is Sunshade Switch displayed. See Ride Control Open/Close : Press and hold the System Messages 0 147. front or rear of Q to open or close . To turn off both traction control the sunshade to the desired and StabiliTrak, press and hold position. the g button on the center stack, until i and g come on in the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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instrument cluster and the Vehicle Load Limits 0 186. The Resetting the Oil Life System appropriate DIC message is warning light will remain on until the 1. Using the DIC controls on the displayed. See Ride Control tire pressure is corrected. 0 right side of the steering wheel, System Messages 147. The low tire pressure warning light display REMAINING OIL LIFE . Press and release the button may come on in cool weather when on the DIC. See Driver g 0 again to turn on both systems. the vehicle is first started, and then Information Center (DIC) 134. turn off as the vehicle is driven. This When remaining oil life is low, See Traction Control/Electronic may be an early indicator that the the CHANGE ENGINE OIL 0 Stability Control 203. tire pressures are getting low and SOON message will appear on the tires need to be inflated to the the display. See Engine Oil Tire Pressure Monitor proper pressure. Messages 0 143. This vehicle may have a Tire The TPMS does not replace normal 2. Press SEL on the DIC controls Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). monthly tire maintenance. Maintain and hold SEL down for a few the correct tire pressures. seconds to clear the CHANGE See Tire Pressure Monitor System ENGINE OIL SOON message 0 287. and reset the oil life at 100%. Be careful not to reset the oil Engine Oil Life System life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is The engine oil life system calculates changed. It cannot be reset The low tire pressure warning light engine oil life based on vehicle use accurately until the next oil alerts to a significant loss in and displays the CHANGE ENGINE change. pressure of one of the vehicle's OIL SOON message when it is time The oil life system can also be reset tires. If the warning light comes on, to change the engine oil and filter. as follows: stop as soon as possible and inflate The oil life system should be reset the tires to the recommended to 100% only following an oil 1. Turn the ignition on with the pressure shown on the Tire and change. engine off. Loading Information label. See Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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2. Fully press and release the . Keep vehicle tires properly accelerator pedal three times inflated. within five seconds. . Combine several trips into a If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL single trip. SOON message is not on, the . Replace the vehicle's tires with system is reset. the same TPC Spec number See Engine Oil Life System 0 252. molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. Driving for Better Fuel . Follow recommended scheduled Economy maintenance. Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips Roadside Service to get the best fuel economy U.S.: 1-800-224-1400 possible. Canada: 1-800-882-1112 . Avoid fast starts and accelerate TTY Users (U.S. Only): smoothly. 1-888-889-2438 . Brake gradually and avoid New vehicles are automatically abrupt stops. enrolled in the Roadside Service . Avoid idling the engine for long program. periods of time. See Roadside Service 0 348. . When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control. . Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Keys, Doors, and Windows 27 Folding Mirrors ...... 45 Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Heated Mirrors ...... 45 Windows Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 45 Keys Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 46 { Warning Keys and Locks Automatic Dimming Rearview Keys ...... 27 Mirror ...... 46 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with System ...... 28 Windows a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Windows ...... 46 transmitter is dangerous and System Operation ...... 28 Power Windows ...... 46 children or others could be Remote Vehicle Start ...... 34 Sun Visors ...... 48 seriously injured or killed. They Door Locks ...... 36 Rear Window Sunshade ...... 49 could operate the power windows Power Door Locks ...... 38 or other controls or make the Delayed Locking ...... 38 Roof vehicle move. The windows will Automatic Door Locks ...... 38 Sunroof ...... 50 function with the RKE transmitter Lockout Protection ...... 39 in the vehicle, and children or Safety Locks ...... 39 others could be caught in the path Doors of a closing window. Do not leave Trunk ...... 40 children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...... 42 Vehicle Alarm System ...... 42 Immobilizer ...... 43 Immobilizer Operation ...... 43 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...... 44 Power Mirrors ...... 44 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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driver door and for locking the rear If there is a decrease in the RKE seatbacks so they cannot be folded. operating range: 0 See Rear Seats 62. . Check the distance. The To remove the key, press the button transmitter may be too far from near the bottom of the transmitter, the vehicle. and pull the key out. Never pull the . Check the location. Other key out without pressing the button. vehicles or objects may be If it becomes difficult to turn the key, blocking the signal. inspect the key blade for debris. . Check the transmitter's battery. See your dealer if a new key is See “Battery Replacement” later needed. in this section. Contact Roadside Service if locked . If the transmitter is still not out of the vehicle. See Roadside working correctly, see your Service 0 348. dealer or a qualified technician With an active OnStar subscription, for service. an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Remote Keyless Entry Overview 0 359. (RKE) System Operation The Keyless Access system allows Remote Keyless Entry for vehicle entry when the (RKE) System transmitter is within range. See See Radio Frequency Statement “Keyless Access Operation” 0 following. There is a key inside the Remote 355. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter that The RKE transmitter functions may is used for locking/unlocking the work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Other conditions, such as those enabled. See Vehicle If equipped with auto mirror folding, previously stated, can impact the Personalization 0 150. If the pressing and holding K for performance of the transmitter. passenger door is open when Q is one second will unfold the mirrors. pressed, all doors lock. The auto mirror folding feature will not operate unless it is enabled. Pressing Q may also arm the alarm See Vehicle Personalization 0 150. system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 42. On some models, pressing and holding K will open all of the If equipped with auto mirror folding, windows. Windows will not operate pressing and holding Q for unless remote window operation is one second will fold the mirrors. The enabled. See Vehicle auto mirror folding feature will not Personalization 0 150. operate unless it is enabled. See Vehicle Personalization 0 150. / (Remote Start) : If equipped, press and release and then K (Unlock) : Press to unlock the Q driver door or all doors depending immediately press and hold / for at Q (Lock) : Press to lock all doors. on the personalization settings. See least four seconds to start the The turn signal indicators may flash Vehicle Personalization 0 150. engine from outside the vehicle and/or the horn may sound on the When remotely unlocking the using the RKE transmitter. See 0 second press to indicate locking. vehicle at night, the headlamps and Remote Vehicle Start 34. See Vehicle Personalization 0 150. back-up lamps will come on for 7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic about 30 seconds to light your Alarm) : Press and release to If the driver door is open when is Q approach to the vehicle. The turn initiate vehicle locator. The exterior pressed, all doors lock and the signal indicators may flash to lamps flash and the horn chirps driver door will immediately unlock if indicate unlocking. See Vehicle three times. Press and hold 7 for Unlocked Door Anti Lock-Out is Personalization 0 150. three seconds to sound the panic Pressing K will disarm the alarm alarm. The horn sounds and the system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 42. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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turn signal lamps flash for handle will unlock the driver door. . Any vehicle door has been 30 seconds, or until 7 is pressed If the lock/unlock button is pressed opened and all doors are now again or the vehicle is started. again within five seconds, all closed. passenger doors will unlock. X (Remote Trunk Release) : Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Press twice quickly to release the the Passenger Doors trunk. When the doors are locked and the Keyless Access Operation RKE transmitter is within range of the door handle, pressing the lock/ The Keyless Access system allows unlock button on a passenger door the doors and trunk to be locked handle will unlock all doors. and unlocked without pressing the Pressing the lock/unlock button will RKE transmitter button. The RKE cause all doors to lock if any of the transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) following occur: of the door being opened. If the vehicle has this feature, there will be . The lock/unlock button was used a button on the outside door to unlock all doors. handles. Driver Side Shown, Passenger . Any vehicle door has been Similar Keyless Access can be opened and all doors are now programmed to unlock all doors on Pressing the lock/unlock button will closed. the first lock/unlock press from the cause all doors to lock if any of the Passive Locking driver door. See Vehicle following occur: Personalization 0 150. This feature will lock the vehicle . It has been more than several seconds after all doors are Keyless Unlocking/Locking from five seconds since the first lock/ closed, if the vehicle is off and at the Driver Door unlock button press. least one RKE transmitter has been When the doors are locked and the . Two lock/unlock button presses removed or none remain in the RKE transmitter is within range of were used to unlock all doors. interior. the door handle, pressing the lock/ unlock button on the driver door Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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If other electronic devices interfere Keyless Trunk Opening To program, the vehicle must be off with the RKE transmitter signal, the Press the touch pad on the rear of and all transmitters, both currently vehicle may not detect the RKE the trunk above the license plate to recognized and new, must be transmitter inside the vehicle. open the trunk when the RKE with you. If passive locking is enabled, the transmitter is in range. 1. Open the center console doors may lock with the RKE storage area and the transmitter inside the vehicle. Do Keyed Access storage tray. not leave the RKE transmitter in an To access a vehicle with a dead unattended vehicle. transmitter battery, see Door Locks To customize the doors to 0 36. automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see Vehicle Personalization Programming Transmitters to 0 150. the Vehicle Temporary Disable of Passive Only RKE transmitters programmed Locking Feature to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a Temporarily disable the passive replacement can be purchased and locking by pressing and holding K programmed through your dealer. on the interior door switch with a The vehicle can be reprogrammed door open for at least four seconds, so that lost or stolen transmitters no or until three chimes are heard. longer work. Each vehicle can have 2. Place the recognized Passive locking will then remain up to eight transmitters matched transmitter(s) in the pocket. disabled until Q on the interior door to it. The transmitter pocket is inside is pressed, or until the vehicle is Programming with a Recognized the center console storage turned on. Transmitter area between the driver and front passenger seats. A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when 3. Remove the key lock cylinder there is one recognized transmitter. cap. See Door Locks 0 36. Insert the vehicle key into the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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key lock cylinder on the driver 5. Press the ENGINE START/ to complete. The vehicle must be off door handle. Then turn the key STOP button. When the and all transmitters to be counterclockwise, to the unlock transmitter is learned, the DIC programmed must be with you. position, five times within display will show that it is ready 1. Remove the key lock cylinder 10 seconds. to program the next transmitter. cap. See Door Locks 0 36. The Driver Information Center 6. Remove the transmitter from Insert the vehicle key into the (DIC) displays READY FOR the transmitter pocket and key lock cylinder on the driver REMOTE #2, 3, 4, ETC. press K or Q on the door handle; then turn the key transmitter. counterclockwise, to the unlock position five times within To program additional 10 seconds. transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. The Driver Information Center When all additional transmitters (DIC) displays REMOTE are programmed, press and LEARN PENDING, hold the ENGINE START/ PLEASE WAIT. STOP button for approximately 12 seconds to exit 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the programming mode. DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN, 7. Return the key back into the then press the ENGINE transmitter. START/STOP button. Programming without a 4. Replace the recognized The DIC display will again Recognized Transmitter transmitter with a new show REMOTE LEARN transmitter. Place the new If there are no currently recognized PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. transmitter in the transmitter transmitters available, follow this 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional pocket. procedure to program up to eight times. After the third time all transmitters. This feature is not previously known transmitters available in Canada. This procedure will no longer work with the will take approximately 30 minutes Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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vehicle. Remaining transmitters 5. Press the ENGINE START/ POCKET THEN START YOUR can be relearned during the STOP button. When the VEHICLE when you try to start the next steps. transmitter is learned, the DIC vehicle. See Key and Lock 0 The DIC display should now display will show that it is ready Messages 144. show READY FOR REMOTE to program the next transmitter. To start the vehicle: # 1. 6. Remove the transmitter from 1. Open the center console the transmitter pocket and storage area and the press K or Q on the storage tray. transmitter. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/ STOP button for approximately 12 seconds to exit programming mode. 7. Return the key back into the 4. Place the new transmitter in transmitter. the transmitter pocket. The transmitter pocket is inside the Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery 2. Place the transmitter in the center console storage area transmitter pocket. between the driver and front If the transmitter battery is weak, passenger seats. The storage or if there is interference with the 3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or area will need to be opened to signal, the DIC may display NO N (Neutral), press the brake access the transmitter pocket. REMOTE DETECTED or NO pedal and the ENGINE START/ REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED STOP button. PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Replace the transmitter battery 1. Press the button on the side of as soon as possible. the transmitter near the bottom and pull the key out. Battery Replacement

Caution When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter. 3. Remove the old battery. Do not Replace the battery if the REPLACE use a metal object. BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. 4. Insert the new battery on the back housing, positive side 2. Separate the two halves of the facing down. Replace with a transmitter using a flat tool CR2032 or equivalent battery. inserted into the bottom center of the transmitter. Do not use 5. Align the front and back the key slot. housing then snap the transmitter together. Remote Vehicle Start This feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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/ (Remote Vehicle Start) : This The RKE transmitter range may be 3. Press the brake pedal and button will be on the RKE less while the vehicle is running. select the ON/RUN/START transmitter if the vehicle has remote Other conditions can affect the ignition mode to drive the start. performance of the transmitter. See vehicle. If equipped, heated and ventilated Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Extending Engine Run Time System 0 28. front seats may also come on if The engine run time can also be enabled in vehicle personalization. Starting the Engine Using Remote extended by another 10 minutes, See Heated and Ventilated Front Start if during the first 10 minutes 0 Seats 60 and Vehicle Steps 1 2 are repeated while the 0 – Personalization 150 1. Press and release Q on the engine is still running. An extension The climate control system will use RKE transmitter. can be requested, 30 seconds after the previous settings during a 2. Immediately press and hold / starting. This provides a total of remote start. The rear window for at least four seconds or until 20 minutes. defogger may come on during the turn signal lamps flash. The remote start can only be remote start based on cold ambient This confirms the request to extended once. conditions. The rear defog indicator remote start the vehicle has A maximum of two remote starts, light does not come on during been received. remote start. or a remote start with an extension, During the remote start, the are allowed between ignition cycles. Laws in some local communities doors will be locked and the may restrict the use of remote The vehicle's ignition must be parking lamps will remain on as changed to ON/RUN/START and starters. For example, some laws long as the engine is running. may require a person using remote then back to OFF before the remote start to have the vehicle in view. The engine will shut off after start procedure can be used again. 10 minutes unless a time Check local regulations for any Canceling a Remote Start requirements. extension is done or the ignition is put in ON/RUN/ To cancel a remote start, do any of If your vehicle is low on fuel, do not START. the following: use the remote start feature. The vehicle may run out of fuel. . Press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Turn on the hazard warning Door Locks flashers. Warning (Continued) . Turn the vehicle on and then { Warning . Outsiders can easily enter back off. through an unlocked door Unlocked doors can be Conditions in Which Remote Start when slowing or stopping dangerous. Will Not Work the vehicle. Lock the doors . Passengers, especially to help prevent this from The remote start will not operate if children, can easily open happening. any of the following occur: the doors and fall out of a . The ignition is in any mode other moving vehicle. The chance Inside the Vehicle than OFF. of being thrown out of the On the rear doors, push down on . The transmitter is in the vehicle. vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are the door lock knob to lock the door . The hood is not closed. not locked. So, all manually. Pull once on the door passengers should wear handle to unlock the door and again . The hazard warning flashers to open the door. are on. safety belts properly and the doors should be locked Press the power door lock switch to . There is an emission control whenever the vehicle is lock or unlock all doors system malfunction. driven. automatically. See Power Door 0 . The engine coolant temperature . Young children who get into Locks 38. is too high. unlocked vehicles may be Outside the Vehicle . The oil pressure is low. unable to get out. A child can be overcome by Use the Remote Keyless Entry . Two remote vehicle starts or a extreme heat and can suffer (RKE) transmitter, the key cylinder start with an extension have permanent injuries or even on the driver front door, or the key already been used. death from heat stroke. cylinder on the passenger front . The vehicle is not in P (Park). Always lock the vehicle door, if equipped. The key cylinder whenever leaving it. is covered with a cap. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Keyless Access Key Cylinder Access

To replace the cap: If equipped, use the Keyless Access To access the key cylinder: 1. Pull the door handle to the open position. system to lock and unlock the door. 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the When the doors are locked and the open position. 2. Insert the two tabs (7) at the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) back of the cap (8) between of the driver door handle, press the 2. Insert the key into the slot (3) the seal (5) and the metal lock/unlock button. When unlocking on the bottom of the cap (2) base (6). from the driver door, the first press and pry outward. unlocks that door; press again 3. Move the cap (2) rearward and within five seconds to unlock all remove. passenger doors. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 4. Use the key in the cylinder. Operation 0 28. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Power Door Locks When all the doors are closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds. If a door is reopened before five seconds have elapsed, the five-second timer will reset once all the doors are closed again. Press Q on the door lock switch again or press Q on the RKE transmitter to override this feature and lock the doors immediately. This feature can also be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 150.

Q (Lock) : Press to lock the doors. Automatic Door Locks K (Unlock) : Press to unlock the The vehicle is programmed so that doors. when the doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is Delayed Locking moved out of P (Park), the doors will lock. This feature delays the actual locking of the doors. To unlock the doors: When Q is pressed on the power . Press an unlock switch on a door. 3. Move the cap forward and door lock switch, while the door is press to snap the cap in place. open, a chime will sound three . Shift the transmission into times indicating that delayed locking P (Park). 4. Release the door handle. is active. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The power door locks can be Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Press v { to activate the safety programmed through the Driver If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is locks on the rear doors. The Information Center (DIC). See indicator light in the switch will 0 turned on and the vehicle is off, the Vehicle Personalization 150. driver door is open, and locking is illuminate when activated. requested, all the doors will lock and Lockout Protection The rear door power windows are only the driver door will unlock. The also disabled. See Power Windows If the vehicle is in ACC/ Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature 0 46. ACCESSORY or ON/RUN and the can be turned on or off using the power door lock switch is pressed vehicle personalization menus. See Press v { again to deactivate the with the driver door open, all the Vehicle Personalization 0 150. safety locks. doors will lock and only the driver If the rear inside door handle is door will unlock. Safety Locks being pulled when the safety lock is If the vehicle is off and locking is The rear door safety locks prevent deactivated, that door will remain requested while a door is open, passengers from opening the rear locked and the indicator light may when all doors are closed the doors from inside the vehicle. flash. Release the handle, then vehicle will check for RKE press the safety lock twice to transmitters inside. If an RKE deactivate the safety locks. transmitter is detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside has not reduced, the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times. Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Press | from inside the Doors Warning (Continued) vehicle. Trunk and set the fan speed to the . Press X twice quickly on the highest setting. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Climate Control Systems { Warning “ ” transmitter. in the Index. Exhaust gases can enter the . If the vehicle is equipped vehicle if it is driven with the with a power liftgate, disable liftgate or trunk/hatch open, the power liftgate function. or with any objects that pass See Engine Exhaust 0 196. through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Trunk Lock Release carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: . Press the touch pad on the trunk above the license plate. . Close all of the windows. With the Keyless Access system the . Fully open the air outlets on RKE transmitter must be within 1 m or under the instrument (3 ft) of the trunk for it to be panel. recognized. See Remote Keyless . Adjust the climate control Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28. system to a setting that To open the trunk: brings in only outside air (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Emergency Trunk Release After use, return to the stored Handle position.

Use the handle to assist in closing the trunk. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. If the vehicle is ever without power, the trunk area can still be accessed by folding the rear seat: 1. Fold down the rear seatback. Caution See Rear Seats 0 62. 2. Reach inward through the Do not use the emergency trunk opening to locate the release handle as a tie-down or emergency trunk release anchor point when securing items handle. in the trunk as it could damage the handle. 3. Pull the release handle to open the trunk. There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle on the trunk lid. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

42 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security On Solid : Vehicle is secured bypass the 30-second delay during the delay to arm the system. and immediately arm the alarm This vehicle has theft-deterrent Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. system. features; however, they do not make A door, the hood, or the trunk The vehicle alarm system will not the vehicle impossible to steal. is open. arm if the doors are locked with Vehicle Alarm System Slow Flash : Alarm system is the key. armed. If the driver door is opened without This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm first unlocking with the RKE system. Arming the Alarm System transmitter, the horn will chirp and 1. Close the trunk and the hood. the lights will flash to indicate Turn off the vehicle. pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked 2. Lock the vehicle in one of three ways: by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10–second . Use the RKE transmitter. pre-alarm, the alarm will be . Use the Keyless Access activated. system. The alarm will also be activated if a . With a door open, press the passenger door, the trunk, or the inside Q. hood is opened without first disarming the system. When the 3. After 30 seconds the alarm alarm is activated, the turn signals system will arm, and the flash and the horn sounds for about The indicator light, on the indicator light will begin to 30 seconds. The alarm system will instrument panel near the slowly flash indicating the then re-arm to monitor for the next windshield, indicates the status of alarm system is operating. unauthorized event. the system. Pressing Q on the RKE Off : Alarm system is disarmed. transmitter a second time will Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Disarming the Alarm System If the alarm system has been activated, a message will appear on To disarm the alarm system or turn the DIC. See Security Messages off the alarm if it has been activated: 0 148. . Press K on the RKE transmitter. Immobilizer . Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Access system. See Radio Frequency Statement The security light in the instrument 0 355. cluster comes on if there is a . Start the vehicle. problem with arming or disarming To avoid setting off the alarm by Immobilizer Operation the theft-deterrent system. accident: The system has one or more RKE This vehicle has a passive transmitters matched to an . Lock the vehicle after all theft-deterrent system. occupants have left the vehicle immobilizer control unit in your and all doors are closed. The system does not have to be vehicle. Only a correctly matched manually armed or disarmed. RKE transmitter will start the . Always unlock a door with the The vehicle is automatically vehicle. If the transmitter is ever RKE transmitter or use the damaged, you may not be able to Keyless Access system. immobilized when the vehicle is turned off. start your vehicle. Unlocking the driver door with the The immobilization system is When trying to start the vehicle, the key will not disarm the system or security light may come on briefly turn off the alarm. disarmed when the pushbutton start is activated to enter the ACC/ when the ignition is turned on. How to Detect a Tamper ACCESSORY mode or the ON/ If the engine does not start and the Condition RUN/START mode and a valid security light stays on, there is a K transmitter is present in the vehicle. problem with the system. Turn the If is pressed and the horn chirps ignition off and try again. and the lights flash three times, the alarm was activated while the alarm If the vehicle will not change ignition system was armed. modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/ RUN/START, OFF), and the RKE transmitter appears to be Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

44 Keys, Doors, and Windows undamaged, try another transmitter. Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the transmitter pocket in the center console. See Key and Convex Mirrors Lock Messages 0 144. If the ignition modes will not change Caution with the other transmitter, your A convex mirror can make things, vehicle needs service. If the ignition like other vehicles, look farther does change modes, the first away than they really are. If you transmitter may be faulty. See your cut too sharply into the right lane, dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a you could hit a vehicle on the new RKE transmitter programmed to right. Check the inside mirror or the vehicle. glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. It is possible for the immobilizer 1. Move the selector switch to L system to learn new or replacement (Left) or R (Right) to choose RKE transmitters. Up to eight The passenger side mirror is convex the driver or passenger mirror. transmitters can be programmed for shaped. A convex mirror's surface is 2. Press one of the four arrows to the vehicle. To program additional curved so more can be seen from move the mirror. transmitters, see “Programming the driver seat. Transmitters to the Vehicle” under 3. Move the selector switch to ) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) to deselect the mirror. System Operation 0 28. Exterior Automatic Dimming Do not leave the key or device that Mirror disarms or deactivates the The vehicle may have a driver theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. exterior automatic dimming mirror that will automatically adjust for the glare of headlamps behind. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Memory Mirrors Power Folding Mirrors Heated Mirrors The vehicle may have memory (Rear Window Defogger) : 0 = mirrors. See Memory Seats 59. Press to heat the mirrors. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) See Dual Automatic Climate Control The vehicle may have SBZA. See System 0 169. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 227. Reverse Tilt Mirrors Turn Signal Indicator If equipped with memory seats, the The vehicle has a turn signal passenger and/or driver mirror tilts indicator on the mirror housings. to a preselected position when the The indicator will flash when a turn vehicle is in R (Reverse). This signal or the hazard warning allows the curb to be seen when flashers are used. parallel parking. 1. If the vehicle is equipped with Folding Mirrors power folding mirrors, move the The mirror(s) return to the original selector switch to the ) position when: Manual Folding Mirrors position. . The vehicle is shifted out of The mirrors can be folded inward R (Reverse), or remains in 2. Press the down arrow to fold toward the vehicle to prevent R (Reverse) for about the mirrors. damage when going through an 30 seconds. 3. Press the down arrow again to automatic car wash. Push the mirror . The ignition is turned off. outward to return it to the original unfold the mirrors. . The vehicle is driven in position. The mirrors may have an auto R (Reverse) above a set speed. folding feature. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System To turn this feature on or off, see Operation 0 28. Vehicle Personalization 0 150. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

46 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Windows pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the Interior Rearview Mirrors { Warning sound, open either a front window Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear or the sunroof, if equipped. Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind your adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, vehicle. Power Windows especially with the windows If equipped with OnStar, the vehicle closed in warm or hot weather. may have three control buttons at They can be overcome by the { Warning the bottom of the mirror. See your extreme heat and suffer Children could be seriously dealer for more information about permanent injuries or even death injured or killed if caught in the OnStar and how to subscribe to it. from heat stroke. See OnStar Overview 0 359. path of a closing window. Never leave the Remote Keyless Entry Do not spray glass cleaner directly (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water. children. When there are children in the rear seat, use the window Automatic Dimming lockout switch to prevent operation of the windows. See Rearview Mirror Keys 0 27. The vehicle has an automatic dimming rearview mirror. The mirror will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started. The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Express-Down/Up Windows Express Window Anti-Pinch Windows with the express feature Override allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without holding { Warning the switch. If express override is activated, Press or pull the switch fully and the window will not reverse release it to activate the express automatically. You or others could feature. be injured and the window could The express mode can be canceled be damaged. Before you use by briefly pressing or pulling the express override, make sure that switch. all people and obstructions are The power windows only operate Express Window Anti-Pinch clear of the window path. with the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, Feature or when Retained Accessory Power If any object is in the path of the The anti-pinch feature can be overridden. Hold the window switch (RAP) is active. See Retained window when the express-up is Accessory Power (RAP) 0 194. active, the window will stop at the all the way up to the second obstruction and auto-reverse to a position. The window will rise for as The power window switches on the long as the switch is held. Once the driver door control all the windows. preset factory position. Weather conditions such as severe icing may switch is released, the express Each passenger door has a switch mode is reactivated. that controls only that window. also cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will return In this mode, the window can close Press the switch to lower the to normal operation after the on an object in its path. Use care window. Pull the switch up to obstruction or condition is removed. when using the override mode. raise it. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Programming the Power Window Operation from This feature prevents the rear Windows Outside the Vehicle passenger windows from operating, except from the driver position. If the vehicle battery has been The vehicle may be equipped with a recharged or disconnected, or is not remote venting window feature. Press v { to activate the window working, the front power windows As you approach the vehicle, lockout. The indicator light in the will need to be reprogrammed for switch will illuminate when press K the express-up feature to work. on the Remote Keyless activated. Before reprogramming, replace or Entry (RKE) transmitter long enough The rear door safety locks are also recharge the vehicle's battery. for the windows to start lowering to the full open position. activated. See Safety Locks 0 39. To program: Pressing the K again will cause Press v { again to deactivate the 1. With the ignition in ON/RUN or lockout switch. ACC/ACCESSORY, or when window movement to stop. RAP is active, close all doors. This feature may be turned off by If the indicator light flashes, the feature may not be working properly. 2. Press and hold the power your dealer. window switch until the window Window Lockout is fully open. Sun Visors 3. Pull the power window switch up until the window is fully closed. 4. Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed. The window is now reprogrammed. Repeat the process for the other windows. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Pull the sun visor down to block sunshade, press and release the glare. Detach the sun visor from the switch again. The sunshade will fully center mount to pivot to the side close. window, or to extend along the rod. When shifting the vehicle into R (Reverse), the sunshade will Rear Window Sunshade automatically retract if it is extended. It may re-extend after a short delay when shifting into D (Drive). If equipped, the rear seat center armrest may have rear window sunshade buttons. Attach it to the hooks at the top of Rear Passenger Door Sunshades the window. To close the sunshade, use the handle to release it from the hooks and roll it down.

On vehicles with a rear window sunshade, the sunshade switch is on the overhead console. The sunshade only operates with the ignition in ON/RUN/START. To open the sunshade, press and release the switch. The sunshade will fully extend. To close the If equipped, use the handle to pull the sunshade up. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

50 Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof Sunroof Switch Express Open/Express Close : Press and release the rear or front Vent Feature : Press and hold the Q Sunroof front of ~ to vent the sunroof. The of to express open or express close the sunshade. If the sunroof is If equipped with a sunroof, the sunshade will automatically open approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press opened, the sunshade will express ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ close within a few inches of the ACCESSORY, or in Retained and hold the rear of ~ to close opened sunroof. Accessory Power (RAP) to operate the vent. Anti-Pinch Feature the sunroof and power sunshade. Comfort Stop Feature : The 0 See Ignition Positions 190 and sunroof has a comfort stop feature If an object is in the path of the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that stops the sunroof from opening sunroof/sunshade when it is closing, 0 194. fully. Press and release the rear of the anti-pinch feature will detect the ~ to open the sunroof to the object and stop the sunroof/ comfort open position. Pressing the sunshade from closing at the point rear of ~ again will open the of the obstruction. The sunroof/ sunroof fully. If the sunshade is not sunshade will then return to the fully open when the comfort stop full-open position. To close the feature is pressed the second time, sunroof/sunshade, see “Express the sunshade will open fully. Open/Express Close” earlier in this section. Express Close : Press and release the front of ~ to express close the sunroof. Sunshade Switch Open/Close : Press and hold the 1. Sunroof Switch ~ front or rear of Q to open or close 2. Q Sunshade Switch the sunshade to the desired position. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof. If water is seen dripping into the water drainage system, this is normal. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Safety Belt Use During Child Restraint Systems ...... 88 Seats and Pregnancy ...... 70 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 90 Restraints Safety Belt Extender ...... 70 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Safety System Check ...... 70 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 91 Safety Belt Care ...... 71 Replacing LATCH System Parts Head Restraints Replacing Safety Belt System After a Crash ...... 97 Head Restraints ...... 53 Parts after a Crash ...... 71 Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat) ...... 97 Front Seats Airbag System Securing Child Restraints (Front Seat Adjustment ...... 55 Airbag System ...... 72 Passenger Seat) ...... 99 Power Seat Adjustment ...... 56 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 74 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 56 When Should an Airbag Thigh Support Adjustment . . . . . 57 Inflate? ...... 75 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 58 What Makes an Airbag Memory Seats ...... 59 Inflate? ...... 77 Heated and Ventilated Front How Does an Airbag Seats ...... 60 Restrain? ...... 77 Massage ...... 62 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? ...... 77 Rear Seats Passenger Sensing System . . . 78 Rear Seats ...... 62 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Rear Seat Armrest ...... 64 Vehicle ...... 83 Heated Rear Seats ...... 64 Adding Equipment to the Rear Seat Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 83 Pass-Through Door ...... 65 Airbag System Check ...... 84 Replacing Airbag System Parts Safety Belts after a Crash ...... 84 Safety Belts ...... 65 How to Wear Safety Belts Child Restraints Properly ...... 66 Older Children ...... 84 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 67 Infants and Young Children . . . . 86 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Seats and Restraints 53 Head Restraints If equipped with base seats, the vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. If equipped with high performance seats, the vehicle’s front seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted.

{ Warning If equipped with base seats, adjust The height of the head restraint can the head restraint so that the top of be adjusted. With head restraints that are not the restraint is at the same height as To raise or lower the head restraint, installed and adjusted properly, the top of press the button located on the side there is a greater chance that the occupant's head. This position of the head restraint and pull up or occupants will suffer a neck/ reduces the chance of a neck injury push the head restraint down, and spinal injury in a crash. Do not in a crash. release the button. Pull and push on drive until the head restraints for the head restraint after the button is all occupants are installed and Front Seats released to make sure that it is adjusted properly. If equipped, the vehicle's front seats locked in place. If your vehicle has rear head have adjustable head restraints in restraints that fold down, always the outboard seating positions. return them to the full upright position whenever an occupant is seated in the seat. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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To adjust the head restraint forward If equipped with high performance To lower the head restraint, press or rearward, press the button seats, the front seat outboard head the button, located on the top of the located on the side facing of the restraints are not adjustable or seatback, and push the head head restraint and move the head removable. restraint down. Try to move the restraint forward or rearward until head restraint after the button is the desired locking position is Rear Seats released to make sure that it is reached. Try to move the head The vehicle's rear seats have locked in place. restraint after the button is released adjustable head restraints in the to make sure that it is locked in outboard seating positions. place. The height of the head restraint can The front seat outboard head be adjusted. Pull the head restraint restraints are not removable. up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Seats and Restraints 55 Front Seats Seat Adjustment Uplevel Seat Adjustment If equipped, the ignition must be on to use all uplevel seat features. Uplevel Seat Control

The head restraint can be folded The head restraint will fold forward forward to allow for better visibility automatically. when the rear seat is unoccupied. When an occupant or child restraint To fold the head restraint, press the is in the seat, always return the button on the side of the head head restraint to the full upright restraint. position. Pull the head restraint up and push it rearward until it locks into place. Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked. 1. Feature Select Always adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the 2. Up same height as the top of the 3. Rearward occupant's head. 4. Down Rear outboard head restraints are not removable. 5. Forward Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Move Feature Select (1) to Some vehicles are equipped with a display seat adjustments on the feature that activates a vibrating center stack. Press and release pulse alert in the driver seat to help or hold to scroll through avoid crashes. See Driver features. Assistance Systems 0 216. . Press Up (2) to make upward adjustments of the selected Lumbar Adjustment feature. Lumbar and Bolster Support Press Rearward (3) to make . To adjust lumbar support, rearward adjustments of the if equipped: selected feature. . Press Down (4) to make Base Shown, Uplevel Similar downward adjustments of the selected feature. To adjust: . Press Forward (5) to make . Move the seat forward or forward adjustments of the rearward by sliding the control selected feature. forward or rearward. . Raise or lower the front part of Power Seat Adjustment the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. { Warning . Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up You can lose control of the or down. vehicle if you try to adjust a driver . Press and release or hold Feature Select (1) to scroll to seat while the vehicle is moving. To adjust the seatback, see 0 lumbar support on the center Adjust the driver seat only when Reclining Seatbacks 58. stack. the vehicle is not moving. To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment 0 56. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Press Forward (5) or Upper Shoulder Support Thigh Support Rearward (3) to adjust lumbar To adjust upper shoulder support, forward or rearward. Adjustment if equipped: . Press Up (2) or Down (4) to adjust lumbar up or down. To adjust bolster support, if equipped:

If equipped, pull up on the lever. . Press and release or hold Then pull or push on the support to Feature Select (1) to scroll to lengthen or shorten. Release the upper shoulder support on the lever to lock in place. center stack. . Press and release or hold . Press Forward (5) or Feature Select (1) to scroll to Rearward (3) to adjust shoulder bolster support on the center support forward or rearward. stack. . Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) to adjust bolster support inward or outward. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Reclining Seatbacks { 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 could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. Do not have a seatback reclined if Base Shown, Uplevel Similar The lap belt could go up over the vehicle is moving. your abdomen. The belt forces To adjust: would be there, not at your pelvic . Tilt the top of the control bones. This could cause serious rearward to recline. internal injuries. . Tilt the top of the control forward For proper protection when the to raise. vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions Manually Recalling Memory To store positions to the 1 and 2 Positions buttons: Press and hold 1, 2, or B to 1. The ignition must be in ON/ manually recall the previously RUN/START or ACC/ stored memory positions. Releasing ACCESSORY. 1, 2, or B before the stored 2. Adjust the driver seat, power tilt positions are reached stops the and telescoping steering recall. column, if equipped, massage If the massage feature is off when type and intensity, if equipped, the memory recall is performed, the and the outside mirrors on previously stored type and intensity some vehicles. will be recalled, but it will remain off until activated with the On/Off Driver Buttons Shown, Passenger 3. Press and release SET. A beep will sound. control or through the center stack Buttons Similar with the uplevel seat controls. B 4. Immediately press and hold 1 If equipped, the SET, 1, 2, and until two beeps sound. Automatically Recalling Memory (Exit) buttons on the driver door and Positions (Auto Memory Recall) front passenger door are used to 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second (Driver Only) manually store and recall memory driver using 2. settings for the driver and If programmed in the vehicle To store exit positions and easy exit personalization Menu, the Auto passenger seats. The driver features to the B (Exit) button, memory buttons also store outside (Automatic) Memory Recall feature mirror, power tilt and telescoping repeat Steps 1–4 using B to store automatically recalls the current steering column positions, and your positions for getting out of the driver’s previously stored 1 or 2 massage, if equipped. vehicle. position when the ignition is changed from OFF to ON/RUN/ START or ACC/ACCESSORY. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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See “Auto Memory Recall” under Easy exit recall automatically feature not recalling for “Comfort and Convenience” in activates when one of the following two seconds. Then try recalling Vehicle Personalization 0 150. occurs: the exit position again. To stop recall movement, press one . The vehicle is turned off and the If the memory position is still not of the memory, power mirror, driver door is opened within a recalling, see your dealer for or power seat controls; or press the short time. service. power tilt and telescoping steering . The vehicle is turned off with the column control. driver door open. Heated and Ventilated RKE transmitters are not labeled Front Seats with a number. If your memory seat Obstructions position is stored to 1 or 2 but this If something has blocked the driver { Warning position is not automatically seat while recalling a memory recalling, then change the stored position, the recall may stop. If you cannot feel temperature position or switch RKE transmitters Remove the obstruction. Then do change or pain to the skin, the with the other driver. one of the following: seat heater may cause burns. To If the vehicle’s driver has changed, . If automatically or manually reduce the risk of burns, people in some vehicles the Driver ID may recalling the stored memory with such a condition should use be displayed for the first few ignition position, press and hold the care when using the seat heater, cycles. appropriate manual control for especially for long periods of two seconds. Try recalling again Easy Exit Recall (Driver Only) time. Do not place anything on by pressing the appropriate the seat that insulates against If programmed on in the vehicle memory button. If automatically heat, such as a blanket, cushion, personalization menu, the easy exit recalling the position, try cover, or similar item. This may feature automatically recalls the recalling again by opening the cause the seat heater to previously stored exit positions driver door and pressing K on overheat. An overheated seat when leaving the vehicle. See the RKE transmitter. heater may cause a burn or may Storing Memory Positions earlier in “ ” damage the seat. this section. See also Vehicle . If recalling the exit position, Personalization 0 150. press and hold the appropriate manual control for the exit Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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turned on, the symbol turns red. the auto heated seats feature will When a ventilated seat is turned on, not activate that seat. The auto the symbol turns blue. heated seats feature can be Press the button once for the programmed to always be enabled highest setting. With each press of when the vehicle is on. the button, the seat will change to See Vehicle Personalization 0 150. the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator lights Remote Start Heated and next to the buttons indicate three for Ventilated Seats the highest setting and one for the During a remote start, the heated or lowest. If the heated seats are on ventilated seats, if equipped, can be high, the level may automatically be turned on automatically. When it is If available, the buttons are near the lowered after approximately cold outside, the heated seats turn climate controls on the center stack. 30 minutes. on, and when it is hot outside the To operate, the ignition must be in The passenger seat may take ventilated seats turn on. The heated or ventilated seats are canceled ON/RUN/START. longer to heat up. when the ignition is turned on. Press Press J or z to heat the driver or Auto Heated Seats the heated or ventilated seat button passenger seat cushion and When the vehicle is on, this feature to use the heated or ventilated seats seatback. will automatically activate the after the vehicle is started. Press C or { to ventilate the driver heated seats at the level required by The heated or ventilated seat or passenger seat. the vehicle’s interior temperature. indicator lights do not turn on during a remote start. When this feature is off, the heated The active high, medium, low, or off and ventilated seat symbols on the heated seat level will be indicated The temperature performance of an buttons are white. A ventilated seat by the manual heated seat buttons unoccupied seat may be reduced. has a fan that pulls or pushes air on the center stack. Use the manual This is normal. through the seat. The air is not heated seat buttons on the center cooled. When a heated seat is stack to turn auto heated seats off. If the passenger seat is unoccupied, Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

62 Seats and Restraints The heated or ventilated seats may Massage may be activated and Rear Seats be enabled or disabled in the adjusted as follows: vehicle personalization menu. See Folding the Seatback 0 1. Press and release or hold the Remote Vehicle Start 34 and selection control (1) to scroll to Vehicle Personalization 0 150. On some vehicles, either side of the the massage options on the seatback can be folded for more center stack display. Massage cargo space. Fold a seatback only 2. Select massage feature. when the vehicle is not moving. 3. Press up or down to select the massage type. Caution 4. Press forward or rearward to Folding a rear seat with the safety change the intensity. belts still fastened may cause 5. To activate massage at last damage to the seat or the safety massage type and intensity belts. Always unbuckle the safety settings or to turn massage off, belts and return them to their press the massage On/Off normal stowed position before control (2). folding a rear seat.

Driver Seat Shown, Passenger Seat Similar If equipped, the ignition must be on to use the massage feature. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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To fold the seatback: Raising the Seatback To raise a seatback: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it { Warning rearward to lock it in place. If either seatback is not locked, it A red tab near the seatback could move forward in a sudden lever retracts when the stop or crash. That could cause seatback is locked in place. injury to the person sitting there. 2. Push and pull the top of the Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked seatbacks to be sure they are into position. locked. 3. Repeat the steps to raise the other seatback, if necessary. When the seat is not in use, it should be kept in the upright, locked 1. Pull the lever on top of the { Warning position. seatback to unlock it. A safety belt that is improperly A red tab near the seatback routed, not properly attached, Locking and Unlocking the lever raises when the seatback or twisted will not provide the Seatback is unlocked. protection needed in a crash. The The rear seatbacks can be locked 2. Fold the seatback forward. person wearing the belt could be or unlocked using the vehicle key. seriously injured. After raising the Repeat the steps to fold the rear seatback, always check to be other seatback, if desired. sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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To lock or unlock a seatback: Rear Seat Armrest Heated Rear Seats

{ Warning

If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. See the Warning under Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 60.

1. Insert the vehicle key into the The rear seat has an armrest in the lock next to the seatback center of the seatback. Lower the release lever. armrest to access the cupholders. 2. Turn the key toward the front of To fold, lift the armrest up and push the vehicle to lock or unlock it rearward until it is flush with the the seatback. seatback. 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the The armrest may also have controls other seatback, if desired. for the rear window sunshade and/ Rear Heated Seat Buttons with When the seatback is locked, the or the infotainment system. See the seatback release lever will not work. infotainment manual and Rear Rear Climate Controls Shown, The seatbacks cannot be folded Window Sunshade 0 49. Base Similar down when the seatback lock is If available, the buttons are on the engaged. rear of the center console. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Seats and Restraints 65 With the ignition in ON/RUN/START, Rear Seat Safety Belts press M or L to heat the left or right Pass-Through Door outboard seat cushion and This section of the manual seatback. On vehicles without rear describes how to use safety belts climate controls, an indicator light properly. It also describes some on the button will turn on when the things not to do with safety belts. heated seat is on. On vehicles with rear climate controls, an indicator on { Warning the climate control display appears when this feature is on. Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn On vehicles without rear climate properly. In a crash, if you or your controls, press the button again to passenger(s) are not wearing turn this feature off. The light on the safety belts, injuries can be much button will turn off. On vehicles with rear climate controls, this feature worse than if you are wearing turns on at the highest setting. With safety belts. You can be seriously Some vehicles have a rear seat each press of the button, the heated injured or killed by hitting things pass-through door in the center of seat changes to the next lower inside the vehicle harder or by the rear seatback. Fold down the setting, and then the off setting. being ejected from the vehicle. In center armrest and pull the latch to Three lights indicate the highest addition, anyone who is not open the door. setting, and one light indicates the buckled up can strike other lowest. If the heated seats are on The pass-through door can be passengers in the vehicle. high, the level may automatically be locked or unlocked using the knob It is extremely dangerous to ride on the back of the door. Open the lowered after approximately in a cargo area, inside or outside 30 minutes. trunk to access the lock. Turn the of a vehicle. In a collision, knob toward Q to lock the door or passengers riding in these areas away from Q to unlock the door. are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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When riding in a vehicle, you travel Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the should I have to wear safety vehicle stops suddenly, you keep belts? passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you. the vehicle that is not equipped A: Airbags are supplemental It could be the windshield, the systems only; so they work with with seats and safety belts. instrument panel, or the safety belts! safety belts — not instead of Always wear a safety belt, and When you wear a safety belt, you them. Whether or not an airbag check that all passenger(s) are and the vehicle slow down together. is provided, all occupants still restrained properly too. There is more time to stop because have to buckle up to get the you stop over a longer distance and, most protection. This vehicle has indicators as a when worn properly, your strongest Also, in nearly all states and in reminder to buckle the safety belts. bones take the forces from the all Canadian provinces, the law See Safety Belt Reminders 0 122. safety belts. That is why wearing requires wearing safety belts. safety belts makes such good Why Safety Belts Work sense. How to Wear Safety Belts Questions and Answers About Properly Safety Belts This section is only for people of Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle adult size. after a crash if I am wearing a There are special things to know safety belt? about safety belts and children. And A: You could be — whether you are there are different rules for smaller wearing a safety belt or not. children and infants. If a child will be Your chance of being conscious riding in the vehicle, see Older during and after a crash, so you Children 0 84 or Infants and Young can unbuckle and get out, is Children 0 86. Follow those rules for much greater if you are belted. everyone's protection. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be Lap-Shoulder Belt to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap unbelted people are hurt more often belt. If you slid under it, the belt All seating positions in the vehicle in crashes than those who are would apply force on your have a lap-shoulder belt. wearing safety belts. abdomen. This could cause The following instructions explain There are important things to know serious or even fatal injuries. how to wear a lap-shoulder belt about wearing a safety belt properly. . Wear the shoulder belt over the properly. shoulder and across the chest. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is These parts of the body are best adjustable, so you can sit up able to take belt restraining straight. To see how, see forces. The shoulder belt locks if “Seats” in the Index. there is a sudden stop or crash.

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You can be seriously injured, or even killed, by not wearing your safety belt properly. . Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become . Sit up straight and always keep loose or twisted. your feet on the floor in front of you. . Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or . Always use the correct buckle behind your back. for your seating position. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull . Never route the lap or . Wear the lap part of the belt low the belt across you. Do not let shoulder belt over an it get twisted. and snug on the hips, just armrest. touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. 3. Push the latch plate into the 5. To make the lap part tight, pull buckle until it clicks. up on the shoulder belt. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender 0 70. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See If the webbing locks in the latch “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” plate before it reaches the later in this section for use and buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to important safety information. unlock. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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To unlatch the belt, push the button shoulder belt height adjustment Safety Belt Pretensioners on the buckle. The belt should could reduce the effectiveness of This vehicle has safety belt return to its stowed position. the safety belt in a crash. See How pretensioners for front outboard to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 66. Always stow the safety belt slowly. occupants. Although the safety belt If the safety belt webbing returns pretensioners cannot be seen, they quickly to the stowed position, the are part of the safety belt assembly. retractor may lock and cannot be They can help tighten the safety pulled out. If this happens, pull the belts during the early stages of a safety belt straight out firmly to moderate to severe frontal, near unlock the webbing, and then frontal, or rear crash if the threshold release it. If the webbing is still conditions for pretensioner locked in the retractor, see your activation are met. Safety belt dealer. pretensioners can also help tighten Before a door is closed, be sure the the safety belts in a side crash or a safety belt is out of the way. If a rollover event. door is slammed against a safety Pretensioners work only once. If the belt, damage can occur to both the pretensioners activate in a crash, safety belt and the vehicle. Push down on the release button the pretensioners and possibly other and move the height adjuster to the parts of the safety belt system will Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster desired position. The adjuster can need to be replaced. See Replacing The vehicle has a shoulder belt be moved up by pushing the slide/ Safety Belt System Parts after a height adjuster for the driver and trim up. Crash 0 71. right front passenger seating After the height adjuster is set to the positions. desired position, try to move it down Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Adjust the guide so the shoulder without pressing the release button portion of the belt is on the shoulder to make sure it has locked into Rear safety belt comfort guides may and not falling off of it. The belt position. provide added safety belt comfort should be close to, but not for older children who have contacting, the neck. Improper outgrown booster seats and for Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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some adults. When installed on a But if a safety belt is not long shoulder belt, the comfort guide enough, your dealer will order you positions the belt away from the an extender. When you go in to neck and head. order it, take the heaviest coat you Comfort guides are available will wear, so the extender will be through your dealer for the rear long enough for you. To help avoid outboard seating positions. personal injury, do not let someone Instructions are included with the else use it, and use it only for the guide. seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To Safety Belt Use During wear it, attach it to the regular safety Pregnancy belt. For more information, see the A pregnant woman should wear a Safety belts work for everyone, instruction sheet that comes with lap-shoulder belt, and the lap the extender. including pregnant women. Like all portion should be worn as low as occupants, they are more likely to possible, below the rounding, be seriously injured if they do not throughout the pregnancy. Safety System Check wear safety belts. The best way to protect the fetus is Now and then, check that the safety to protect the mother. When a safety belt reminder light, safety belts, belt is worn properly, it is more likely buckles, latch plates, retractors, and that the fetus will not be hurt in a anchorages are all working properly. crash. For pregnant women, as for Look for any other loose or anyone, the key to making safety damaged safety belt system parts belts effective is wearing them that might keep a safety belt system properly. from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a Safety Belt Extender crash. They can rip apart under If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten impact forces. If a belt is torn or around you, you should use it. frayed, get a new one right away. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Make sure the safety belt reminder Replacing Safety Belt New parts and repairs may be light is working. See Safety Belt necessary even if the safety belt Reminders 0 122. System Parts after a system was not being used at the Crash Keep safety belts clean and dry. time of the crash. See Safety Belt Care 0 71. Have the safety belt pretensioners { Warning checked if the vehicle has been in a Safety Belt Care crash, or if the airbag readiness light A crash can damage the safety stays on after you start the vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. belt system in the vehicle. or while you are driving. See Airbag A damaged safety belt system Readiness Light 0 123. { Warning may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in Do not bleach or dye safety belts. serious injury or even death in a It may severely weaken them. In crash. To help make sure the a crash, they might not be able to safety belt systems are working provide adequate protection. properly after a crash, have them Clean safety belts only with mild inspected and any necessary soap and lukewarm water. replacements made as soon as possible.

After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

72 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Vehicles with an extended For seat-mounted side impact wheelbase or without a rear seat airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the Vehicles with a standard wheelbase have the following airbags: side of the seatback closest to and a factory installed rear seat . A frontal airbag for the driver the door. have the following airbags: and for the front outboard For roof-rail airbags, the word . A frontal airbag for the driver passenger. AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. and for the front outboard . A knee airbag for the driver and Airbags are designed to supplement passenger. for the front outboard passenger. the protection provided by safety . A knee airbag for the driver and . A seat-mounted side impact belts. Even though today's airbags for the front outboard passenger. airbag for the driver and the front are also designed to help reduce . A seat-mounted side impact outboard passenger. the risk of injury from the force of an airbag for the driver and the front inflating bag, all airbags must inflate . A roof-rail airbag for the driver outboard passenger. very quickly to do their job. and front outboard passenger. . Seat-mounted side impact Here are the most important things All vehicle airbags have the word airbags for the second row to know about the airbag system: AIRBAG on the trim or on a label outboard passengers. near the deployment opening. { Warning . A roof-rail airbag for the driver For frontal airbags, the word and the passenger seated AIRBAG is on the center of the You can be severely injured or directly behind the driver. steering wheel for the driver and on killed in a crash if you are not . A roof-rail airbag for the front the instrument panel for the front wearing your safety belt, even outboard passenger and the outboard passenger. with airbags. Airbags are passenger seated directly For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG designed to work with safety behind the front outboard is on the lower part of the belts, not replace them. Also, passenger. instrument panel. airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. In some crashes (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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safety belts are the only restraint. on the edge of the seat or leaning Children who are up against, See When Should an Airbag forward. Safety belts help keep or very close to, any airbag when Inflate? 0 75. you in position before and during it inflates can be seriously injured Wearing your safety belt during a a crash. Always wear a safety or killed. Always secure children crash helps reduce the chance of belt, even with airbags. The driver properly in the vehicle. To read should sit as far back as possible how, see Older Children 0 84 or hitting things inside the vehicle or 0 being ejected from it. Airbags are while still maintaining control of Infants and Young Children 86. the vehicle. The safety belts and “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts. Everyone in the the front outboard passenger vehicle should wear a safety belt airbags are most effective when properly, whether or not there is you are sitting well back and an airbag for that person. upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side { Warning windows in seating positions with There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which seat-mounted side impact airbags Because airbags inflate with great shows the airbag symbol. The and/or roof-rail airbags. force and faster than the blink of system checks the airbag electrical an eye, anyone who is up system for malfunctions. The light against, or very close to any tells you if there is an electrical airbag when it inflates can be problem. See Airbag Readiness seriously injured or killed. Do not Light 0 123 for more information. sit unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you would be if sitting (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Where Are the Airbags?

The driver knee airbag is below the Driver Side Shown, Passenger steering column. The front outboard Side Similar The driver frontal airbag is in the passenger knee airbag is below the The seat-mounted side impact center of the steering wheel. glove box. airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger are in the side The front outboard passenger of the seatbacks closest to the door. frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. The roof-rail airbags, for vehicles with a standard wheelbase and a factory installed rear seat, are in the ceiling above the side windows for the driver, front outboard passenger, and second row outboard passengers. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Rear Seat Driver Side Shown, Driver Side Shown, Passenger Do not use seat accessories that Passenger Side Similar Side Similar block the inflation path of a The second row seat-mounted side The roof-rail airbags, for vehicles seat-mounted side impact airbag. impact airbags, for vehicles with a with an extended wheelbase or Never secure anything to the roof standard wheelbase and a factory vehicles without a factory installed of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags installed rear seat, are in the sides rear seat, are in the ceiling above by routing a rope or tie‐down of the rear seatback closest to the front row side windows, for the through any door or window the door. driver and front outboard opening. If you do, the path of an passenger only. inflating roof-rail airbag will be blocked. { Warning If something is between an When Should an Airbag occupant and an airbag, the Inflate? airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See Airbag System 0 72. (Continued) Airbags are designed to inflate if the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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impact exceeds the specific airbag whether the object is fixed or Roof-rail airbags are designed to system's deployment threshold. moving, rigid or deformable, narrow inflate in moderate to severe side Deployment thresholds are used to or wide. crashes depending on the location predict how severe a crash is likely Frontal airbags are not intended to of the impact. In addition, the to be in time for the airbags to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate and help restrain the rear impacts, or in many side inflate in a severe frontal impact. occupants. The vehicle has impacts. Roof-rail airbags are not designed electronic sensors that help the to inflate in rear impacts. Both airbag system determine the In addition, the vehicle has roof-rail airbags will inflate when severity of the impact. Deployment advanced technology frontal either side of the vehicle is struck, thresholds can vary with specific airbags. Advanced technology or in a severe frontal impact. vehicle design. frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity. The roof-rail airbags in vehicles with Frontal airbags are designed to a standard wheelbase and a factory inflate in moderate to severe frontal Knee airbags are designed to inflate installed rear seat will also inflate if or near frontal crashes to help in moderate to severe frontal or the sensing system predicts that the reduce the potential for severe near frontal impacts. Knee airbags vehicle is about to roll over on injuries, mainly to the driver's or are not designed to inflate during its side. front outboard passenger's head vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, or in many side impacts. The roof-rail airbags in vehicles with and chest. an extended wheelbase and in Whether the frontal airbags will or Seat-mounted side impact airbags vehicles without a factory installed should inflate is not based primarily are designed to inflate in moderate rear seat are not intended to inflate on how fast the vehicle is traveling. to severe side crashes depending during a rollover. It depends on what is hit, the on the location of the impact. Seat-mounted side impact airbags In any particular crash, no one can direction of the impact, and how say whether an airbag should have quickly the vehicle slows down. are not designed to inflate in frontal impacts, near frontal impacts, inflated simply because of the Frontal airbags may inflate at rollovers, or rear impacts. vehicle damage or repair costs. different crash speeds depending on A seat-mounted side impact airbag whether the vehicle hits an object is designed to inflate on the side of straight on or at an angle, and the vehicle that is struck. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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What Makes an Airbag Rollover capable roof-rail airbags the airbag module may be hot for are designed to help contain the several minutes. For location of the Inflate? head and chest of occupants in the airbags, see Where Are the In a deployment event, the sensing outboard seating positions in the Airbags? 0 74. system sends an electrical signal first and second rows. The rollover The parts of the airbag that come triggering a release of gas from the capable roof-rail airbags are into contact with you may be warm, inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the designed to help reduce the risk of but not too hot to touch. There may airbag causing the bag to break out full or partial ejection in rollover be some smoke and dust coming of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, events, although no system can from the vents in the deflated and related hardware are all part of prevent all such ejections. airbags. Airbag inflation does not the airbag module. But airbags would not help in many prevent the driver from seeing out of For airbag locations, see Where Are types of collisions, primarily the windshield or being able to steer the Airbags? 0 74. because the occupant's motion is the vehicle, nor does it prevent not toward those airbags. See When people from leaving the vehicle. How Does an Airbag Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 75. Restrain? Airbags should never be regarded { Warning as anything more than a supplement In moderate to severe frontal or to safety belts. When an airbag inflates, there near frontal collisions, even belted may be dust in the air. This dust occupants can contact the steering What Will You See after could cause breathing problems wheel or the instrument panel. In for people with a history of moderate to severe side collisions, an Airbag Inflates? asthma or other breathing trouble. even belted occupants can contact After the frontal airbags and To avoid this, everyone in the the inside of the vehicle. seat-mounted side impact airbags vehicle should get out as soon as Airbags supplement the protection inflate, they quickly deflate, so it is safe to do so. If you have provided by safety belts by quickly that some people may not breathing problems but cannot distributing the force of the impact even realize an airbag inflated. get out of the vehicle after an more evenly over the Roof-rail airbags may still be at least airbag inflates, then get fresh air occupant's body. partially inflated for some time after (Continued) they inflate. Some components of Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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airbag modules and possibly Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need by opening a window or a door. the vehicle, such as the fuel to replace other parts. If you experience breathing system, brake and steering problems following an airbag systems, etc. Even if the vehicle . The vehicle has a crash sensing deployment, you should seek appears to be drivable after a and diagnostic module which medical attention. moderate crash, there may be records information after a concealed damage that could crash. See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 0 356 make it difficult to safely operate The vehicle has a feature that may and Event Data Recorders the vehicle. automatically unlock the doors, turn 0 357. on the interior lamps and hazard Use caution if you should attempt Let only qualified technicians warning flashers, and shut off the . to restart the engine after a crash work on the airbag systems. fuel system after the airbags inflate. has occurred. Improper service can mean that The feature may also activate, an airbag system will not work without airbag inflation, after an properly. See your dealer for event that exceeds a predetermined In many crashes severe enough to service. threshold. You can lock the doors, inflate the airbag, windshields are and turn off the interior lamps, and broken by vehicle deformation. turn off the hazard warning flashers Additional windshield breakage may Passenger Sensing by using the controls for those also occur from the front outboard System features. passenger airbag. The vehicle has a passenger . Airbags are designed to inflate sensing system for the front { Warning only once. After an airbag outboard passenger position. The inflates, you will need some new passenger airbag status indicator A crash severe enough to inflate parts for the airbag system. will light on the overhead console the airbags may have also If you do not get them, the when the vehicle is started. damaged important functions in airbag system will not be there (Continued) to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated Warning (Continued) occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag be very close to the inflating and knee airbag should be allowed airbag. A child in a forward-facing to inflate or not. child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front United States According to accident statistics, outboard passenger frontal airbag children are safer when properly inflates and the passenger seat is secured in a rear seat in a correct in a forward position. child restraint for their weight and size. Even if the passenger sensing Whenever possible, children aged system has turned off the front 12 and under should be secured in outboard passenger airbag(s), no a rear seating position. system is fail-safe. No one can Canada guarantee that an airbag will not The words ON and OFF or the Never put a rear-facing child seat in inflate under some unusual symbol for on and off will be visible the front. This is because the risk to circumstance, even though the the rear-facing child is so great, during the system check. See airbag(s) are off. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator if the airbag inflates. Secure rear-facing child restraints 0 123. { Warning in a rear seat, even if the The passenger sensing system airbag(s) are off. If you secure a turns off the front outboard A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in passenger frontal airbag and knee restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard passenger airbag, under certain conditions. No or killed if the front outboard seat, always move the seat as far other airbag is affected by the passenger frontal airbag inflates. back as it will go. It is better to passenger sensing system. This is because the back of the secure the child restraint in a The passenger sensing system rear-facing child restraint would rear seat. works with sensors that are part of (Continued) the front outboard passenger seat. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The passenger sensing system is senses that a person of adult size is designed to turn off the front sitting properly in the front outboard Warning (Continued) outboard passenger airbag and passenger seat. knee airbag if: avoid injury to yourself or others, When the passenger sensing have the vehicle serviced right . The front outboard passenger system has allowed the airbags to away. See Airbag Readiness seat is unoccupied. be enabled, the on indicator will light Light 0 123 for more information, . The system determines that an and stay lit as a reminder that the including important safety infant is present in a child airbags are active. information. restraint. For some children, including . A front outboard passenger children in child restraints, and for very small adults, the passenger If the On Indicator Is Lit for a takes his/her weight off of the Child Restraint seat for a period of time. sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger The passenger sensing system is . There is a critical problem with frontal airbag and knee airbag, designed to turn off the front the airbag system or the depending upon the person’s outboard passenger frontal airbag passenger sensing system. seating posture and body build. and knee airbag if the system When the passenger sensing Everyone in the vehicle who has determines that an infant is present system has turned off the front outgrown child restraints should in a child restraint. If a child restraint outboard passenger frontal airbag wear a safety belt properly — has been installed and the on and knee airbag, the off indicator whether or not there is an airbag for indicator is lit: that person. will light and stay lit to remind you 1. Turn the vehicle off. that the airbags are off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator { Warning 2. Remove the child restraint from 0 123. the vehicle. If the airbag readiness light ever 3. Remove any additional items The passenger sensing system is comes on and stays on, it means designed to turn on the front from the seat such as blankets, that something may be wrong outboard passenger frontal airbag cushions, seat covers, seat with the airbag system. To help and knee airbag anytime the system heaters, or seat massagers. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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4. Reinstall the child restraint child's size. It is better to 2. Remove any additional material following the directions secure a child restraint in a from the seat, such as provided by the child restraint rear seat. blankets, cushions, seat manufacturer and refer to covers, seat heaters, or seat Securing Child Restraints If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an massagers. Also remove (Rear Seat) 0 97 or Securing Adult-Size Occupant laptops, or other electronic Child Restraints (Front devices. 0 Passenger Seat) 99. 3. Place the seatback in the fully 5. If, after reinstalling the child upright position. restraint and restarting the 4. Have the person sit upright in vehicle, the on indicator is still the seat, centered on the seat lit, turn the vehicle off. Then cushion, with legs comfortably slightly recline the vehicle extended. seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make 5. Restart the vehicle and have sure that the vehicle seatback the person remain in this is not pushing the child position for two to restraint into the seat cushion. three minutes after the on indicator is lit. Also make sure the child If a person of adult size is sitting in restraint is not trapped under the front outboard passenger seat, the vehicle head restraint. { Warning but the off indicator is lit, it could be If this happens, adjust the head because that person is not sitting If the front outboard passenger restraint. See Head Restraints properly in the seat. Use the 0 53. airbag is turned off for an following steps to allow the system adult-sized occupant, the airbag 6. Restart the vehicle. to detect that person and enable the will not be able to inflate and help The passenger sensing system front outboard passenger frontal protect that person in a crash, may or may not turn off the airbag and knee airbag: resulting in an increased risk of airbags for a child in a child 1. Turn the vehicle off. (Continued) restraint depending upon the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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aftermarket equipment except when frontal airbag and passenger Warning (Continued) approved by GM for your specific knee airbag are turned on, the vehicle. See Adding Equipment to on indicator will be lit. serious injury or even death. An 0 the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 83 If the front passenger seat gets wet, adult-sized occupant should not for more information about ride in the front outboard dry the seat immediately. If the modifications that can affect how airbag readiness light is lit, do not passenger seat, if the passenger the system operates. airbag off indicator is lit. install a child restraint or allow A wet seat can affect the anyone to occupy the seat. See performance of the passenger Airbag Readiness Light 0 123 for Additional Factors Affecting sensing system. Here is how: important safety information. System Operation . The passenger sensing system The on indicator may be lit if an Safety belts help keep the may turn off the passenger object, such as a briefcase, passenger in position on the seat frontal airbag and passenger handbag, grocery bag, laptop, during vehicle maneuvers and knee airbag when liquid is or other electronic device, is put on braking, which helps the passenger soaked into the seat. If this an unoccupied seat. If this is not sensing system maintain the happens, the off indicator will be desired, remove the object from passenger airbag status. See lit, and the airbag readiness light the seat. “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” on the instrument panel will also in the Index for additional be lit. { Warning information about the importance of . Liquid pooled on the seat that proper restraint use. has not soaked in may make it Stowing of articles under the A thick layer of additional material, more likely that the passenger passenger seat or between the such as a blanket or cushion, sensing system will turn on the passenger seat cushion and or aftermarket equipment such as passenger frontal airbag and seatback may interfere with the seat covers, seat heaters, and seat passenger knee airbag while a proper operation of the passenger massagers can affect how well the child restraint or child occupant sensing system. passenger sensing system is on the seat. If the passenger operates. We recommend that you not use seat covers or other Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Servicing the Adding Equipment to the covers, upholstery, or trim; or with GM covers, upholstery, or trim Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle designed for a different vehicle. Any Airbags affect how the vehicle Adding accessories that change the object, such as an aftermarket seat should be serviced. There are parts vehicle's frame, bumper system, heater or a comfort-enhancing pad of the airbag system in several height, front end, or side sheet or device, installed under or on top places around the vehicle. Your metal, may keep the airbag system of the seat fabric, could also dealer and the service manual have from working properly. The interfere with the operation of the information about servicing the operation of the airbag system can passenger sensing system. This vehicle and the airbag system. To also be affected by changing or could either prevent proper purchase a service manual, see moving any parts of the front seats, deployment of the passenger Service Publications Ordering safety belts, the airbag sensing and airbag(s) or prevent the passenger Information 0 354. diagnostic module, steering wheel, sensing system from properly instrument panel, any of the airbag turning off the passenger airbag(s). { Warning modules, ceiling or pillar garnish See Passenger Sensing System trim, front sensors, side impact 0 78. For up to 10 seconds after the sensors, or airbag wiring. If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail vehicle is turned off and the Your dealer and the service manual airbags, see Different Size Tires battery is disconnected, an airbag have information about the location and Wheels 0 294 for additional can still inflate during improper of the airbag sensors, sensing and important information. service. You can be injured if you diagnostic module, and airbag If you have to modify your vehicle are close to an airbag when it wiring. because you have a disability and inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. In addition, the vehicle has a you have questions about whether They are probably part of the passenger sensing system for the the modifications will affect the airbag system. Be sure to follow front outboard passenger position, vehicle's airbag system, or if you proper service procedures, and which includes sensors that are part have questions about whether the make sure the person performing of the passenger seat. The airbag system will be affected if the work for you is qualified to do so. passenger sensing system may not vehicle is modified for any other operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non-GM Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

84 Seats and Restraints reason, call Customer Assistance. Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints See Customer Assistance Offices 0 Parts after a Crash 347. Older Children Airbag System Check { Warning The airbag system does not need A crash can damage the airbag regularly scheduled maintenance or systems in the vehicle. replacement. Make sure the airbag A damaged airbag system may readiness light is working. See not work properly and may not 0 Airbag Readiness Light 123. protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash, resulting Caution in serious injury or even death. To help make sure the airbag If an airbag covering is damaged, systems are working properly opened, or broken, the airbag after a crash, have them may not work properly. Do not inspected and any necessary open or break the airbag replacements made as soon as Older children who have outgrown coverings. If there are any possible. booster seats should wear the opened or broken airbag vehicle safety belts. coverings, have the airbag covering and/or airbag module If an airbag inflates, you will need to replaced. For the location of the replace airbag system parts. See airbags, see Where Are the your dealer for service. Airbags? 0 74. See your dealer If the airbag readiness light stays on for service. after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag system may not work properly. Have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 123. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The manufacturer instructions that . Can proper safety belt fit be In a crash, children who are not come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the buckled up can strike other people weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue. If no, who are buckled up, or can be booster. Use a booster seat with a return to the booster seat. thrown out of the vehicle. Older lap-shoulder belt until the child Q: What is the proper way to children need to use safety belts passes the fit test below: wear safety belts? properly. . Sit all the way back on the seat. A: An older child should wear a { Warning Do the knees bend at the seat lap-shoulder belt and get the edge? If yes, continue. If no, additional restraint a shoulder return to the booster seat. Never allow more than one child belt can provide. The shoulder to wear the same safety belt. The . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. belt should not cross the face or safety belt cannot properly spread Does the shoulder belt rest on neck. The lap belt should fit the impact forces. In a crash, they the shoulder? If yes, continue. snugly below the hips, just can be crushed together and If no, try using the rear safety touching the top of the thighs. seriously injured. A safety belt belt comfort guide, if available. This applies belt force to the must be used by only one person See “Rear Safety Belt Comfort child's pelvic bones in a crash. at a time. Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt It should never be worn over the 0 67. If a comfort guide is not abdomen, which could cause available, or if the shoulder belt severe or even fatal internal still does not rest on the injuries in a crash. shoulder, then return to the Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort booster seat. Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt . Does the lap belt fit low and 0 67. snug on the hips, touching the According to accident statistics, thighs? If yes, continue. If no, children are safer when properly return to the booster seat. restrained in a rear seating position. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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restraints. In fact, the law in every Warning (Continued) state in the United States and in every Canadian province says That could cause serious or fatal children up to some age must be injuries. The shoulder belt should restrained while in a vehicle. go over the shoulder and across the chest. { Warning

Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck. The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. { Warning The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the Never allow a child to wear the retractor. It unlocks when the safety belt with the shoulder belt shoulder belt is allowed to go all behind their back. A child can be the way back into the retractor, seriously injured by not wearing but it cannot do this if it is the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a wrapped around a child’s neck. crash, the child would not be If the shoulder belt is locked and restrained by the shoulder belt. tightened around a child’s neck, The child could move too far Infants and Young the only way to loosen the belt is forward increasing the chance of Children to cut it. head and neck injury. The child Everyone in a vehicle needs might also slide under the lap protection! This includes infants and Never leave children unattended belt. The belt force would then be all other children. Neither the in a vehicle and never allow applied right on the abdomen. distance traveled nor the age and children to play with the safety (Continued) size of the traveler changes the belts. need, for everyone, to use safety Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.

{ Warning Q: What are the different types of Never hold an infant or a child { Warning add-on child restraints? while riding in a vehicle. Due to Children who are up against, A: Add-on child restraints, which crash forces, an infant or a child or very close to, any airbag when are purchased by the vehicle will become so heavy it is not it inflates can be seriously injured owner, are available in four basic possible to hold it during a crash. or killed. Never put a rear-facing types. Selection of a particular For example, in a crash at only child restraint in the front restraint should take into consideration not only the child's 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) outboard seat. Secure a weight, height, and age but also infant will suddenly become a rear-facing child restraint in a rear whether or not the restraint will 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's seat. It is also better to secure a arms. An infant should be be compatible with the motor forward-facing child restraint in a vehicle in which it will be used. secured in an appropriate rear seat. If you must secure a For most basic types of child restraint. forward-facing child restraint in restraints, there are many the front outboard seat, always different models available. When move the front passenger seat as purchasing a child restraint, be far back as it will go. sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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restraint will have a label saying Child Restraint Systems that it meets federal motor { Warning vehicle safety standards. A young child's hip bones are still The restraint manufacturer so small that the vehicle's regular instructions that come with the safety belt may not remain low on restraint state the weight and the hip bones, as it should. height limitations for a particular Instead, it may settle up around child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints the child's abdomen. In a crash, available for children with the belt would apply force on a special needs. body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone { Warning could cause serious or fatal injuries. To reduce the risk of To reduce the risk of neck and serious or fatal injuries during a Rear-Facing Infant Seat head injury in a crash, infants and crash, young children should A rear-facing infant seat provides toddlers should be secured in a always be secured in appropriate restraint with the seating surface rear-facing child restraint until age child restraints. against the back of the infant. two, or until they reach the The harness system holds the infant maximum height and weight limits in place and, in a crash, acts to of their child restraint. keep the infant positioned in the restraint. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.

To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats in the vehicle. Child restraint A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the seats by lap belts or the lap belt harness. vehicle's safety belt system. portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by A booster seat can also help a child the LATCH system. See Lower to see out the window. Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 91. Children can Securing an Add-On Child be endangered in a crash if the child Restraint in the Vehicle restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. { Warning When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which killed in a crash if the child may be on the restraint itself or in a restraint is not properly secured in booklet, or both, and to this manual. the vehicle. Secure the child The child restraint instructions are (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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important, so if they are not Securing the Child Within the available, obtain a replacement Child Restraint { Warning copy from the manufacturer. A child in a rear-facing child Keep in mind that an unsecured { Warning restraint can be seriously injured child restraint can move around in a or killed if the right front A child can be seriously injured or collision or sudden stop and injure passenger airbag inflates. This is killed in a crash if the child is not people in the vehicle. Be sure to because the back of the properly secured in the child properly secure any child restraint in rear-facing child restraint would the vehicle even when no child is restraint. Secure the child — be very close to the inflating in it. properly following the instructions airbag. A child in a forward-facing that came with that child restraint. In some areas of the United States child restraint can be seriously and Canada, Certified Child injured or killed if the right front Passenger Safety Technicians Where to Put the passenger airbag inflates and the (CPSTs) are available to inspect Restraint passenger seat is in a forward and demonstrate how to correctly position. use and install child restraints. In According to accident statistics, the U.S., refer to the National children and infants are safer when Even if the passenger sensing Highway Traffic Safety properly restrained in a child system has turned off the right Administration (NHTSA) website to restraint system or infant restraint front passenger frontal airbag, no locate the nearest child safety seat system secured in a rear seating system is fail-safe. No one can inspection station. For CPST position. guarantee that an airbag will not availability in Canada, check with deploy under some unusual Transport Canada or the Provincial Whenever possible, children aged circumstance, even though it is 12 and under should be secured in Ministry of Transportation office. turned off. a rear seating position. Secure rear-facing child restraints Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to in a rear seat, even if the airbag the rear-facing child is so great if the is off. If you secure a airbag deploys. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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child restraint prevents access to or vehicle. The LATCH system is Warning (Continued) interferes with the routing of the designed to make installation of a safety belt. child restraint easier. forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move If the vehicle does not have a rear In order to use the LATCH system in the front passenger seat as far seat that will accommodate a your vehicle, you need a child back as it will go. It is better to rear-facing child restraint, a restraint that has LATCH secure the child restraint in a rear-facing child restraint should not attachments. LATCH-compatible rear seat. be installed in the vehicle, even if rear-facing and forward-facing child the airbag is off. seats can be properly installed See Passenger Sensing System Wherever a child restraint is using either the LATCH anchors or 0 78 for additional information. installed, be sure to secure the child the vehicle’s safety belts. Do not restraint properly. use both the safety belts and the LATCH anchorage system to secure When securing a child restraint in a Keep in mind that an unsecured a rear-facing or forward-facing rear seating position, study the child restraint can move around in a child seat. instructions that came with the child collision or sudden stop and injure restraint to make sure it is people in the vehicle. Be sure to Booster seats use the vehicle’s compatible with this vehicle. properly secure any child restraint in safety belts to secure the child in the booster seat. If the manufacturer Child restraints and booster seats the vehicle — even when no child is recommends that the booster seat vary considerably in size, and some in it. be secured with the LATCH system, may fit in certain seating positions this can be done as long as the better than others. Lower Anchors and booster seat can be positioned Depending on where you place the Tethers for Children properly and there is no interference child restraint and the size of the (LATCH System) with the proper positioning of the child restraint, you may not be able lap-shoulder belt on the child. to access adjacent safety belt The LATCH system secures a child Make sure to follow the instructions assemblies or LATCH anchors for restraint during driving or in a crash. that came with the child restraint, additional passengers or child LATCH attachments on the child and also the instructions in this restraints. Adjacent seating restraint are used to attach the child manual. positions should not be used if the restraint to the anchors in the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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When installing a child restraint with Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor. The LATCH anchorage system can be used until the combined weight of the child plus the child restraint is 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt alone instead of the LATCH anchorage system once the combined weight is more than 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Lower anchors (1) are metal bars A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of The following explains how to attach built into the vehicle. There are two the child restraint to the vehicle. a child restraint with these lower anchors for each LATCH A top tether anchor is built into the attachments in the vehicle. seating position that will vehicle. The top tether accommodate a child restraint with attachment (2) on the child restraint Not all vehicle seating positions or lower attachments (2). connects to the top tether anchor in child restraints have lower anchors the vehicle in order to reduce the and attachments or top tether forward movement and rotation of anchors and attachments. In this the child restraint during driving or in case, the safety belt must be used a crash. (with top tether where available) to secure the child restraint. See The child restraint may have a Securing Child Restraints (Rear single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Seat) 0 97 or Securing Child Either will have a single Restraints (Front Passenger Seat) attachment (2) to secure the top 0 99. tether to the anchor. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Some child restraints that have a H (Lower Anchor) : Seating top tether are designed for use with positions with two lower anchors. 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 the child restraint. To assist in locating the lower anchors, each rear anchor position Lower Anchor and Top Tether has a label, near the crease Anchor Locations between the seatback and the seat The top tether anchors are under cushion. the covers, behind the rear seat, on the filler panel. Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor To assist in locating the top tether if a national or local law requires anchors, the top tether anchor that the top tether be attached, or if symbol is on the cover. the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. Rear Seat According to accident statistics, I (Top Tether Anchor) : Seating children and infants are safer when positions with top tether anchors. properly restrained in a child Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating { Warning Warning (Continued) position. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 90 for additional To reduce the risk of serious or wrapped around a child’s neck. information. fatal injuries during a crash, do If the shoulder belt is locked and not attach more than one child tightened around a child’s neck, Securing a Child Restraint restraint to a single anchor. the only way to loosen the belt is Designed for the LATCH Attaching more than one child to cut it. System restraint to a single anchor could Buckle any unused safety belts cause the anchor or attachment behind the child restraint so { Warning to come loose or even break children cannot reach them. Pull during a crash. A child or others the shoulder belt all the way out If a LATCH-type child restraint is could be injured. of the retractor to set the lock, not attached to anchors or with and tighten the belt behind the the safety belt, the child restraint child restraint after the child will not be able to protect the child restraint has been installed. correctly. In a crash, the child { Warning could be seriously injured or Children can be seriously injured killed. Install a LATCH-type child or strangled if a shoulder belt is restraint properly using the wrapped around their neck. The Caution anchors, or use the vehicle safety shoulder belt can tighten but belts to secure the restraint, Do not let the LATCH cannot be loosened if it is locked. attachments rub against the following the instructions that The shoulder belt locks when it is vehicle’s safety belts. This may came with the child restraint and pulled all the way out of the the instructions in this manual. damage these parts. If necessary, retractor. It unlocks when the move buckled safety belts to shoulder belt is allowed to go all avoid rubbing the LATCH the way back into the retractor, attachments. but it cannot do this if it is (Continued) (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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seating position will need to be . Use anchors 4 and 5 when Caution (Continued) secured using the vehicle safety installing a child restraint using belts instead of the LATCH anchors. LATCH in the left rear seating Do not fold the empty rear seat position. with a safety belt buckled. This Refer to the following illustration to could damage the safety belt or learn which anchors to use. Installing child restraints using the seat. Unbuckle and return the LATCH in the center and left rear safety belt to its stowed position, seating positions at the same time is before folding the seat. prohibited. Make sure to attach the child restraint at the proper anchor If you need to secure more than one location. child restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put the Restraint 0 90. This system is designed to make installation of child restraints easier. You cannot secure three child When using lower anchors, do not restraints using the LATCH anchors use the vehicle's safety belts. in the rear seat at the same time, Instead use the vehicle's anchors but you can install two of them. and child restraint attachments to If you want to do this, install one secure the restraints. Some LATCH child restraint in the right There are five lower LATCH anchors restraints also use another vehicle rear seating position, and install the in the rear seat. anchor to secure a top tether. other one either in the left rear seating position or in the center . Use anchors 1 and 2 when 1. Attach and tighten the lower seating position. If you need to installing a child restraint using attachments to the lower install child restraints in both the LATCH in the right rear seating anchors. If the child restraint center and left rear seating position. does not have lower positions, the one in the center . Use anchors 3 and 4 when attachments or the desired installing a child restraint using seating position does not have LATCH in the center rear seating lower anchors, secure the child position. restraint with the top tether and the safety belts. Refer to the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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child restraint manufacturer 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten instructions and the the top tether according to instructions in this manual. the child restraint 1.1. Find the lower anchors for instructions and the the desired seating following instructions: position. 1.2. For outboard rear seating positions, put the head restraint in the upright If the position you are position. See Head using does not have a 0 Restraints 53. headrest or head restraint 1.3. Put the child restraint on and you are using a dual the seat. tether, route the tether over the seatback. 1.4. Attach and tighten the If the position you are lower attachments on the using does not have a child restraint to the lower headrest or head restraint anchors. and you are using a single 2. If the child restraint tether, route the tether manufacturer recommends that over the seatback. the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the If the position you are following steps: using has an adjustable 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. headrest or head restraint and you are using a single Open the cover to expose tether, raise the headrest the anchor. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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or head restraint and route at the LATCH path and attempt New parts and repairs may be the tether under the to move it side to side and necessary even if the LATCH headrest or head restraint back and forth. There should system was not being used at the and in between the be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) time of the crash. headrest or head restraint of movement for proper posts. installation. Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat) Replacing LATCH System When securing a child restraint in a Parts After a Crash rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child { Warning restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged If the child restraint has the LATCH LATCH system may not properly system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH If the position you are secure the child restraint, 0 resulting in serious injury or even System) 91 for how and where to using has an adjustable install your child restraint using death in a crash. To help make headrest or head restraint LATCH. If a child restraint is sure the LATCH system is and you are using a dual secured in the vehicle using a tether, raise the headrest working properly after a crash, safety belt and it uses a top tether, or head restraint and route see your dealer to have the see Lower Anchors and Tethers for the tether under the system inspected and any Children (LATCH System) 0 91 for headrest or head restraint necessary replacements made as top tether anchor locations. and around the headrest soon as possible. or head restraint posts. Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor 3. Before placing a child in the If the vehicle has the LATCH system if a national or local law requires child restraint, make sure it is and it was being used during a that the top tether be anchored, or if securely held in place. To crash, new LATCH system parts check, grasp the child restraint may be needed. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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the instructions that come with the 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run child restraint say that the top strap the lap and shoulder portions must be anchored. of the vehicle's safety belt In Canada, the law requires that through or around the restraint. forward-facing child restraints have The child restraint instructions a top tether, and that the tether be will show you how. attached. If the child restraint or vehicle seat position 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 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the restraint. Secure the child in the way out of the retractor to set child restraint when and as the the lock. When the retractor instructions say. lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of If more than one child restraint the retractor. needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put 3. Push the latch plate into the 0 the Restraint 90. buckle until it clicks. 1. Put the child restraint on Position the release button on the seat. the buckle so that the safety For outboard rear seat belt could be quickly unbuckled positions, put the head restraint if necessary. in the upright position. See Head Restraints 0 53. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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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) 0 91. Where to Put the Restraint 0 90 7. Before placing a child in the In addition, the vehicle has a child restraint, make sure it is passenger sensing system which is securely held in place. To designed to turn off the front check, grasp the child restraint passenger frontal airbag and at the safety belt path and passenger knee airbag under 5. To tighten the belt, push down attempt to move it side to side certain conditions. See Passenger on the child restraint, pull the and back and forth. When the Sensing System 0 78 and shoulder portion of the belt to child restraint is properly Passenger Airbag Status Indicator tighten the lap portion of the installed, there should be no 0 123 for more information, belt, and feed the shoulder belt more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of including important safety back into the retractor. When movement. information. installing a forward-facing child To remove the child restraint, Never put a rear-facing child seat in restraint, it may be helpful to unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and the front. This is because the risk to use your knee to push down on let it return to the stowed position. the rear-facing child is so great, the child restraint as you If the top tether is attached to a top if the airbag deploys. tighten the belt. tether anchor, disconnect it. Try to pull the belt out of the { Warning retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the A child in a rear-facing child retractor is not locked, repeat restraint can be seriously injured Steps 4 and 5. or killed if the front outboard (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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When using the lap-shoulder belt to Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) secure the child restraint in this position, follow the instructions that passenger frontal airbag inflates. front passenger seat as far back came with the child restraint and the This is because the back of the as it will go. It is better to secure following instructions: rear-facing child restraint would the child restraint in a rear seat. be very close to the inflating 1. Move the seat as far back as it See Passenger Sensing System will go before securing the airbag. A child in a forward-facing 0 78 for additional information. child restraint can be seriously forward-facing child restraint. injured or killed if the front When the passenger sensing outboard passenger frontal airbag If the child restraint uses a top system has turned off the front inflates and the passenger seat is tether, see Lower Anchors and passenger frontal airbag and in a forward position. Tethers for Children (LATCH passenger knee airbag, the off System) 0 91 for top tether anchor indicator on the passenger Even if the passenger sensing locations. airbag status indicator should system has turned off the front Do not secure a child seat in a light and stay lit when the outboard passenger frontal position without a top tether anchor vehicle is started. See airbag, no system is fail-safe. No if a national or local law requires Passenger Airbag Status 0 one can guarantee that an airbag that the top tether be anchored, or if Indicator 123. will not deploy under some the instructions that come with the 2. Put the child restraint on unusual circumstance, even child restraint say that the top strap the seat. though it is turned off. must be anchored. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run Secure rear-facing child restraints In Canada, the law requires that the lap and shoulder portions in a rear seat, even if the airbag forward-facing child restraints have of the vehicle's safety belt is off. If you secure a a top tether, and that the tether be through or around the restraint. forward-facing child restraint in attached. The child restraint instructions the front seat, always move the will show you how. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Position the release button on the buckle, so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.

Tilt the latch plate to adjust the 6. To tighten the belt, push down belt if needed. on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the back into the retractor. When way out of the retractor to set installing a forward-facing child the lock. When the retractor restraint, it may be helpful to lock is set, the belt can be use your knee to push down on tightened but not pulled out of the child restraint as you the retractor. tighten the belt. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat 4. Push the latch plate into the Steps 5 and 6. buckle until it clicks. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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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 airbags are 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 0 78. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Storage 103 Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Storage Compartments ...... 103 { Warning Instrument Panel Storage . . . . 103 Glove Box ...... 104 Do not store heavy or sharp Armrest Storage ...... 104 objects in storage compartments. Center Console Storage ...... 104 In a crash, these objects may cause the cover to open and Additional Storage Features could result in injury. Cargo Tie-Downs ...... 105 Cargo Management If equipped with storage behind the System ...... 106 Instrument Panel Storage climate control system, touch the Convenience Net ...... 106 bottom of the climate control system panel to open. There is a USB port inside. See the infotainment manual. Keep the storage area door closed while driving. Touch the bottom of the climate control system panel to close.

To access, push on the cover and release. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Rear To open, touch the button. Press the button and lift to access Pull up on the lever to access the If equipped, there is a compact disc the storage area. There is a power storage area. player and MP3 connection inside. outlet, auxiliary jack and USB To access the cupholders, press the Close the glove box manually. port(s) inside. See Power Outlets long center button on the front edge 0 111 and the infotainment manual. of the armrest. If equipped, there are controls for the rear window sunshade and/or the infotainment system. See the infotainment manual and Rear Window Sunshade 0 49. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Storage 105 There are cupholders in the center Additional Storage console. Push and release on the passenger side of the cover to Features access the cupholders. Cargo Tie-Downs

Push the cover forward to access. There is a power outlet inside. To close, push the cover again and release.

The cargo tie-downs can be used to secure small loads and the convenience net. See Convenience Net 0 106, if equipped. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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To open the cargo management system, push down on the rear of the handle, then lift the handle up. Convenience Net The vehicle may have a convenience net in the trunk. The net is attached to the cargo tie-downs. Put small loads behind the net. It can also be positioned into an envelope to hold smaller items inside. Do not use the net for heavy loads. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Engine Oil Temperature Gauge Tire Pressure Light ...... 131 Instruments and (Performance Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 131 Controls Configuration Only) ...... 121 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 131 Engine Coolant Temperature Security Light ...... 132 Gauge ...... 121 High-Beam On Light ...... 132 Controls Safety Belt Reminders ...... 122 Adaptive Forward Lighting Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 108 Airbag Readiness Light ...... 123 (AFL) Light ...... 132 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 108 Passenger Airbag Status Lamps On Reminder ...... 133 Heated Steering Wheel ...... 108 Indicator ...... 123 Cruise Control Light ...... 133 Horn ...... 109 Charging System Light ...... 124 Door Ajar Light ...... 133 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 109 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) ...... 125 Information Displays Compass ...... 110 Driver Information Clock ...... 110 Brake System Warning Light ...... 126 Center (DIC) ...... 134 Power Outlets ...... 111 Head-Up Display (HUD) ...... 137 Wireless Charging ...... 113 Electric Parking Brake Cigarette Lighter ...... 114 Light ...... 127 Vehicle Messages Service Electric Parking Brake Vehicle Messages ...... 140 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Light ...... 127 Battery Voltage and Charging Indicators Antilock Brake System (ABS) Messages ...... 140 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Warning Light ...... 128 Brake System Messages . . . . . 141 Indicators ...... 114 Lane Departure Warning Compass Messages ...... 141 Instrument Cluster ...... 115 (LDW) Light ...... 128 Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 141 Speedometer ...... 119 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Door Ajar Messages ...... 142 Odometer ...... 119 Light ...... 128 Engine Cooling System Trip Odometer ...... 119 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 129 Messages ...... 142 Tachometer ...... 119 Traction Off Light ...... 129 ® Engine Oil Messages ...... 143 Fuel Gauge ...... 119 StabiliTrak OFF Light ...... 129 Engine Power Messages . . . . . 143 Boost Gauge (Performance Traction Control System (TCS)/ ® Fuel System Messages ...... 144 Configuration Only) ...... 120 StabiliTrak Light ...... 130 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 144 Engine Coolant Temperature Lamp Messages ...... 144 Warning Light ...... 130 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

108 Instruments and Controls Object Detection System Controls Steering Wheel Controls Messages ...... 145 Ride Control System The infotainment system can be Messages ...... 147 Steering Wheel operated by using the steering Airbag System Messages . . . . 148 Adjustment wheel controls. See "Steering Security Messages ...... 148 Wheel Controls" in the infotainment Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 148 manual. Starting the Vehicle Messages ...... 149 Heated Steering Wheel Tire Messages ...... 149 Transmission Messages ...... 149 Vehicle Reminder Messages ...... 150 Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 150 Washer Fluid Messages ...... 150 Window Messages ...... 150 Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization ...... 150 Universal Remote System Press the control to move the tilt and telescoping steering wheel up Universal Remote System . . . . 157 ( (Heated Steering Wheel) : and down or forward and rearward. Universal Remote System If equipped with a heated steering Programming ...... 157 Do not adjust the steering wheel wheel, press to turn on or off. An Universal Remote System while driving. indicator next to the button is lit Operation ...... 159 when the feature is turned on. The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Horn INT (Intermittent Wipes) : Move If the windshield wiper lever is then the lever up to INT for intermittent moved to OFF before the driver Press a on the steering wheel pad wipes, then turn the x INT band door is opened or within 10 minutes, to sound the horn. up for more frequent wipes or down the wipers will restart and move to for less frequent wipes. the base of the windshield. Windshield Wiper/Washer OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers are performing wipes due to 1X (Mist) : For a single wipe, briefly windshield washing, the wipers move the wiper lever down. For continue to run until they reach the several wipes, hold the wiper base of the windshield. lever down. Rainsense Clear snow and ice from the wiper ™ blades and windshield before using If equipped with Rainsense, a With the ignition in ACC/ them. If frozen to the windshield, sensor near the top center of the ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, carefully loosen or thaw them. windshield detects the amount of move the windshield wiper lever to Damaged blades should be water on the windshield and select the wiper speed. replaced. See Wiper Blade controls the frequency of the Replacement 0 266. windshield wiper. To turn this feature HI : Use for fast wipes. on or off, see Rain Sense Wipers Heavy snow or ice can overload the “ ” under Vehicle Personalization LO : Use for slow wipes. wiper motor. 0 150. Wiper Parking Keep this area of the windshield If the ignition is put in OFF while the clear of debris to allow for best wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they system performance. will immediately stop. INT (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Control) : When enabled, move the windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn the x INT band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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L (Windshield Washer) : Pull System (GPS) antenna, n ® the windshield wiper lever toward StabiliTrak , and vehicle speed you to spray windshield washer fluid information. and activate the wipers. The wipers The compass system is designed to will continue until the lever is operate for a certain number of released or the maximum wash time miles or degrees of turn before . Turn the band up for more is reached. When the windshield needing a signal from the GPS sensitivity to moisture. wiper lever is released, additional satellites. When the compass wipes may occur depending on how . Turn the band down for less display shows CAL, drive the long the windshield washer had sensitivity to moisture. vehicle for a short distance in an been activated. See Washer Fluid open area where it can receive a . Move the windshield wiper lever 0 262 for information on filling the GPS signal. The compass system out of the INT position to windshield washer fluid reservoir. will automatically determine when a deactivate Rainsense. GPS signal is restored and provide Wiper Arm Assembly Protection { Warning a heading again. See Compass Messages 0 141 for the messages When using an automatic car wash, In freezing weather, do not use that may be displayed for the move the windshield wiper lever to the washer until the windshield is compass. OFF. This disables the automatic warmed. Otherwise the washer Rainsense windshield wipers. fluid can form ice on the Clock With Rainsense, if the transmission windshield, blocking your vision. The infotainment system controls is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle are used to access the time and speed is very slow, the wipers will date settings through the menu automatically stop at the base of the Compass system. See Home Page in the windshield. “ ” The vehicle may have a compass infotainment manual for information The wiper operations return to display on the Driver Information about how to use the menu system. normal when the transmission is no Center (DIC). The compass receives longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle its heading and other information speed has increased. from the Global Positioning Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Setting the Clock Auto Set 2. Touch Clock Display, then select Off or On. Time When on, the time and date will automatically update. [ To set the time: 3. Touch Back to go back to the To set auto set: previous menu. 1. From the Home Page, touch the SETTINGS screen button, 1. Touch the SETTINGS screen Power Outlets then touch Time and Date. button, then touch Time and Date. 2. Touch Set Time, then touch + Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct or − to increase or decrease 2. Touch Set Time or Set Date. Current hours or minutes, and change 3. Touch Auto Set, then select The accessory power outlets can be AM or PM. On-Cell Network or Off-Manual used to plug in electrical equipment, 3. Touch 12-24 Hr for a 12 or to manually set the time such as a cell phone or MP3 player. 24 hour clock. and date. The vehicle has three accessory power outlets: 4. Touch [ Back to go back to the 4. Touch [ Back to go back to the previous menu. previous menu. . Inside the front storage area below the climate control Date If auto set is on, the time displayed on the clock may not update system. To set the date: immediately when driving into a new . Inside the center console. time zone. 1. Touch the SETTINGS screen . On the rear of the center button and touch Time Clock Display console. and Date. When on, the digital clock will Lift the cover to access the 2. Touch Set Date and touch + or display on the infotainment screen. accessory power outlet. − to increase or decrease month, day, or year. To set the clock display: Certain accessory power plugs may 1. Touch the SETTINGS screen not be compatible with the 3. Touch [ Back to go back to the button and touch Time accessory power outlet and could previous menu. and Date. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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overload vehicle or adapter fuses. Power Outlet 110/120 Volt The indicator light does not come on If a problem is experienced, see Alternating Current when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or your dealer. if the equipment is not fully seated If equipped with this power outlet on into the outlet. When adding electrical equipment, the rear of the center console, it can be sure to follow the proper be used to plug in electrical If equipment is connected using installation instructions included with equipment that uses a maximum more than 150 watts or a system the equipment. See Add-On limit of 150 watts. fault is detected, a protection circuit Electrical Equipment 0 240. shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off. To reset the Caution circuit, unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained Hanging heavy equipment from Accessory Power (RAP) off and the power outlet can cause then back on. See Retained damage not covered by the Accessory Power (RAP) 0 194. The vehicle warranty. The power power restarts when equipment outlets are designed for using 150 watts or less is plugged accessory power plugs only, such into the outlet and a system fault is as cell phone charge cords. not detected. The power outlet is not designed for the following and may not work Always unplug electrical equipment properly, if this equipment is when not in use and do not plug in An indicator light on the outlet turns plugged in: equipment that exceeds the on to show it is in use. The light maximum 20 amps rating. comes on when the ignition is in . Equipment with high initial peak ON/RUN, equipment requiring less wattage, such as than 150 watts is plugged into the compressor-driven refrigerators outlet, and no system fault is and electric power tools. detected. . Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply, such as Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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microcomputer-controlled (RAP). The wireless charging electric blankets, touch sensor feature may not correctly indicate lamps, etc. charging when the vehicle is in RAP. . Medical equipment. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 194. Wireless Charging The operating temperature is −20 °C (−4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the The vehicle may have wireless charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to charging in the storage behind the 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone. climate control system. See Instrument Panel Storage 0 103. The system wirelessly charges one { Warning PMA or Qi compatible mobile Remove all metal objects from the device. To check for phone or other charging pad before charging device compatibility, see www.gmtotalconnect.com. your mobile device. Metal objects, such as coins, keys, rings, or paper clips, between the phone { Warning and charging pad will become Wireless charging can affect the very hot. On the rare occasion operation of an implanted that the charging system does not pacemaker or other medical detect a metal object, and the devices. If you have one, it is object gets wedged between the recommended to consult with phone and charger, remove the your doctor before using the phone and allow the metallic wireless charging system. object to cool before removing it To charge a mobile device: from the charging pad, to prevent 1. Open the climate control burns. The vehicle must be in ON/RUN/ system panel. START, ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

114 Instruments and Controls 2. Remove all objects from the To activate the cigarette lighter, Warning Lights, charging pad. The system may push it into the heating element and not charge if there are any let go. The lighter pops out when it Gauges, and objects on the charging pad. is ready to be used. Indicators 3. Place the mobile device face Caution Warning lights and gauges can up on the @ symbol on the signal that something is wrong charging pad. Holding a cigarette lighter in while before it becomes serious enough 4. Move the mobile device slowly it is heating does not let the to cause an expensive repair or until ~ displays on the V on lighter back away from the replacement. Paying attention to the the infotainment screen. This heating element when it is hot. warning lights and gauges could indicates that the mobile device Damage from overheating can prevent injury. is properly positioned and occur to the lighter or heating Some warning lights come on briefly charging. If a phone is placed element, or a fuse could be when the engine is started to on the charging pad and ~ blown. Do not hold a cigarette indicate they are working. When does not display, remove the lighter in while it is heating. one of the warning lights comes on phone from the pad, and wait and stays on while driving, or when three seconds before placing/ one of the gauges shows there may aligning the phone on the pad be a problem, check the section that again. explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even Keep the storage door closed while dangerous. driving. Cigarette Lighter If equipped with cigarette lighters, they are under the climate control system inside the storage area and on the rear of the center console. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Instrument Cluster

English Base Cluster Shown, Metric Similar Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Reconfigurable Instrument Use the five-way control on the right Cluster side of the steering wheel to move between the different display zones The uplevel cluster display layout and scroll through the different can be changed. displays. To change the cluster configuration: 1. Find the Options page in one of the interactive display zones on Enhanced Configuration the cluster. The Enhanced configuration has 2. Press SEL to enter the three interactive display zones. Options menu. 3. Scroll down to highlight Display Balanced Configuration Layout. Then press SEL to select it. The Balanced configuration has three interactive display zones: one 4. Each layout in the menu is in the center of each of the gauges. represented by a small preview image of the display layout. Scroll up or down and highlight the selection. Press SEL to select the desired cluster Performance Configuration (V configuration. Sport Only) 5. Exit the Display Layout menu The Performance configuration has S two interactive display zones. by pressing . Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Cluster Application Displays or scroll through contacts. If there is Primary and SEEK Primary. This an active call, mute the phone or selection allows for configuration of The cluster can display information switch to handset operation. regarding Navigation, Audio, and the C and B steering wheel Phone. On the base cluster, a Cluster Options Menu controls. When FAV Primary is speedometer can also be displayed selected, pressing C and B will go To enter the cluster Options menu: in the center zone. to the next or previous favorite and 1. Use the five-way control on the Navigation pressing and holding C and B will right side of the steering wheel seek. When SEEK Primary is If there is no active route, a to find the Options page in one compass will be displayed. If there of the interactive display zones selected, pressing C and B will is an active route, press SEL to end on the cluster. seek and pressing and holding C route guidance or turn the voice 2. Press SEL on the center of the and B will go to the next or prompts on or off. five-way control to enter the previous favorite. Audio Options menu. Display Layout : Press SEL while While the Audio application page is Units : Press SEL while Units is Display Layout is highlighted to displayed, press SEL to enter the highlighted to enter the Unit menu. change the configuration of the Audio menu. In the Audio menu, Choose English or metric units by uplevel cluster. See “Reconfigurable search for music, select from pressing SEL while the desired item Instrument Cluster” earlier in this favorites, or change the audio is highlighted. A checkmark will be section. source displayed next to the selected item. Open Source Software : Press Phone Info Pages : Press SEL while Info SEL while Open Source Software is Pages is highlighted to select the highlighted to display open source While the Phone application page is items to be displayed in the DIC info software information. displayed, press SEL to enter the displays. See Driver Information Phone menu. In the Phone menu, Center (DIC) 0 134. if there is no active phone call, view recent calls, select from favorites, Fav Button Options : Press SEL while Fav Button Options is highlighted to select between FAV Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Speedometer Caution The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers If the engine is operated with the per hour (km/h) or miles per rpm’s in the warning area at the hour (mph). high end of the tachometer, the vehicle could be damaged, and Odometer the damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not The odometer shows how far the operate the engine with the rpm s vehicle has been driven, in either ’ kilometers or miles. in the warning area. Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge Uplevel Balanced Configuration Shown The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since When the ignition is on, the fuel the trip odometer was last reset. gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank. The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information There is an arrow near the fuel Center (DIC). See Driver gauge pointing to the side of the Information Center (DIC) 0 134. vehicle the fuel door is on. When the indicator nears empty, the Tachometer low fuel light comes on. There still is The tachometer displays the engine a little fuel left, but the vehicle speed in revolutions per should be refueled soon. minute (rpm). Base Level Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Here are four things that some Boost Gauge owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: (Performance Configuration Only) . At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. . It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than English half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. This gauge indicates boost under heavier throttle. . The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up. Metric It displays the air pressure level in the intake manifold before it enters . The gauge takes a few seconds the engine's combustion chamber. to stabilize after the ignition is turned on, and goes back to The gauge is automatically centered empty when the ignition is at zero every time the engine is turned off. started. Actual boost is displayed from this zero point. Changes in ambient pressure, such as driving in mountains and changing weather, will slightly change the zero reading. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Engine Oil Temperature Engine Coolant Gauge (Performance Temperature Gauge Configuration Only)

English This gauge shows the engine oil temperature. Metric Base Level Metric If the gauge pointer moves into the high end, it means that the engine oil has overheated. If the vehicle has been operated under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Oil 0 250. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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

English Base Level English Uplevel Balanced Configuration Shown This gauge measures the When the vehicle is started, this temperature of the vehicle's engine. light flashes and a chime may come While driving under normal on to remind the driver to fasten operating conditions, if the needle their safety belt. Then the light stays moves into the red area, the engine on solid until the belt is buckled. is too hot. Pull off the road, stop the This cycle may continue several vehicle, and turn off the engine as times if the driver remains or soon as possible. becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the driver safety belt is buckled, neither the light nor the chime Metric Uplevel Balanced comes on. Configuration Shown Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Passenger Safety Belt grocery bag, laptop, or other Reminder Light electronic device. To turn off the { Warning reminder light and/or chime, remove There is a passenger safety belt the object from the seat or buckle If the airbag readiness light stays reminder light near the passenger the safety belt. on after the vehicle is started or airbag status indicator. See comes on while driving, it means 0 Passenger Sensing System 78. Airbag Readiness Light the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in This light shows if there is an the vehicle might not inflate in a electrical problem with the airbag crash, or they could even inflate system. The system check includes without a crash. To help avoid the airbag sensor(s), passenger injury, have the vehicle serviced sensing system, the pretensioners, right away. the airbag modules, the wiring, and When the vehicle is started, this the crash sensing and diagnostic light flashes and a chime may come module. For more information on the If there is a problem with the airbag on to remind passengers to fasten airbag system, see Airbag System system, a Driver Information Center 0 their safety belt. Then the light stays 72. (DIC) message may also come on. See Airbag System Messages on solid until the belt is buckled. 0 This cycle continues several times if 148. the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is Passenger Airbag Status moving. Indicator If the passenger safety belt is The vehicle has a passenger buckled, neither the chime nor the sensing system. See Passenger The airbag readiness light comes on light comes on. Sensing System 0 78 for important for several seconds when the safety information. The passenger The front passenger safety belt vehicle is started. If the light does airbag status indicator is in the reminder light and chime may turn not come on then, have it fixed overhead console. on if an object is put on the seat immediately. such as a briefcase, handbag, Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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outboard passenger frontal airbag Charging System Light and knee airbag are allowed to inflate. If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing United States system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag. On some vehicles the charging If, after several seconds, both status system light comes on briefly when indicator lights remain on, or if there the ignition is turned on, but the are no lights at all, there may be a engine is not running, as a check to problem with the lights or the show the light is working. It should go out when the engine is started. Canada passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. For vehicles with a reconfigurable When the vehicle is started, the cluster, this light may not come on passenger airbag status indicator { Warning when the ignition is turned on. will light ON and OFF, or the symbol If the light stays on, or comes on for on and off, for several seconds If the airbag readiness light ever while driving, there may be a as a system check. Then, after comes on and stays on, it means problem with the electrical charging several more seconds, the status that something may be wrong system. Have it checked by your indicator will light either ON or OFF, with the airbag system. To help dealer. Driving while this light is on or the on or off symbol, to let you avoid injury to yourself or others, could drain the battery. know the status of the front have the vehicle serviced right outboard passenger frontal airbag When this light comes on, or is away. See Airbag Readiness and knee airbag. flashing, the Driver Information Light 0 123 for more information, Center (DIC) also displays a If the word ON or the on symbol is including important safety message. lit on the passenger airbag status information. indicator, it means that the front See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages 0 140. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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If a short distance must be driven Malfunctions are often indicated by with the light on, be sure to turn off the system before any problem is Caution (Continued) all accessories, such as the radio noticeable. Being aware of the light and air conditioner. and seeking service promptly when costly repairs not covered by the it comes on may prevent damage. vehicle warranty. This could also Malfunction Indicator affect the vehicle’s ability to pass Caution an Emissions Inspection/ Lamp (Check Engine Maintenance test. See Light) If the vehicle is driven continually Accessories and Modifications 0 243. This light is part of the vehicle’s with this light on, the emission emission control on-board control system may not work as diagnostic system. If this light is on well, the fuel economy may be If the light is flashing : A while the engine is running, a lower, and the vehicle may not malfunction has been detected that malfunction has been detected and run smoothly. This could lead to could damage the emission control the vehicle may require service. The costly repairs that might not be system and increase vehicle light should come on to show that it covered by the vehicle warranty. emissions. Diagnosis and service is working when the ignition is in may be required. Service Only Mode. See Ignition To help prevent damage, reduce Positions 0 190. Caution vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades. Modifications to the engine, If towing a trailer, reduce the transmission, exhaust, intake, amount of cargo being hauled as or fuel system, or the use of soon as possible. replacement tires that do not If the light continues to flash, find a meet the original tire safe place to park. Turn the vehicle specifications, can cause this light off and wait at least 10 seconds to come on. This could lead to before restarting the engine. If the (Continued) light is still flashing, follow the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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previous guidelines and see your least one full tank of the proper The vehicle may not pass dealer for service as soon as fuel to turn the light off. See Fuel inspection if: 0 possible. 232. . The light is on when the engine If the light is on steady : A If the light remains on, see your is running. malfunction has been detected. dealer. . The light does not come on Diagnosis and service may be when the ignition is in Service required. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Only Mode. Check the following: If the vehicle requires an Emissions . Critical emission control systems . If fuel has been added to the Inspection/Maintenance test, the have not been completely vehicle using the capless funnel test equipment will likely connect to diagnosed. If this happens, the adapter, make sure that it has the vehicle's Data Link vehicle would not be ready for been removed. See “Filling the Connector (DLC). inspection and might require Tank with a Portable Gas Can” several days of routine driving under Filling the Tank 0 233. before the system is ready for The diagnostic system can inspection. This can happen if detect if the adapter has been the 12-volt battery has recently left installed in the vehicle, been replaced or run down, or if allowing fuel to evaporate into the vehicle has been recently the atmosphere. A few driving serviced. trips with the adapter removed See your dealer if the vehicle will may turn off the light. The DLC is under the instrument not pass or cannot be made ready panel to the left of the steering . Poor fuel quality can cause for the test. inefficient engine operation and wheel. Connecting devices that are poor driveability, which may go not used to perform an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test or to Brake System Warning away once the engine is warmed Light up. If this occurs, change the service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation See Add-On fuel brand. It may require at 0 The vehicle brake system consists Electrical Equipment 240. See of two hydraulic circuits. If one your dealer if assistance is needed. circuit is not working, the remaining Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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circuit can still work to stop the display in the Driver Information vehicle. For normal braking Warning (Continued) Center (DIC). See Brake System performance, both circuits need to Messages 0 141. be working. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a If the light does not come on, If the warning light comes on, there crash. If the light is still on after or remains flashing, see your dealer. is a brake problem. Have the brake the vehicle has been pulled off system inspected right away. the road and carefully stopped, Service Electric Parking have the vehicle towed for Brake Light service.

Electric Parking Brake Metric English Light

This light comes on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If it does not On some vehicles the service come on then, have it fixed so it will electric parking brake light should be ready to warn if there is a come on briefly when the vehicle is problem. in ON/RUN. If it does not come on, Metric English If the light comes on and stays on, have it fixed so it will be ready to there is a brake problem. warn if there is a problem. For This light comes on when the vehicles with the reconfigurable parking brake is applied. If the light cluster, this light may not come on { Warning continues flashing after the parking when the vehicle is in ON/RUN. brake is released, or while driving, The brake system might not be there is a problem with the Electric If this light stays on, there is a working properly if the brake Parking Brake system or another problem with a system on the system warning light is on. system. A message may also vehicle that is causing the parking brake system to work at a reduced (Continued) level. The vehicle can still be driven, Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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but should be taken to a dealer as vehicle needs service. A chime may For some vehicles with the Lane soon as possible. See Electric also sound when the light comes on Departure Warning (LDW) system, Parking Brake 0 201. If a message steady. this light comes on briefly while displays in the Driver Information If the ABS light is the only light on, starting the vehicle. If it does not Center (DIC), see Brake System come on, have the vehicle serviced. 0 the vehicle has regular brakes, but Messages 141. the antilock brakes are not For vehicles with the uplevel cluster, functioning. this light may not come on when Antilock Brake System If both the ABS and the brake starting the vehicle. (ABS) Warning Light system warning light are on, the This light is green if LDW is on and vehicle's antilock brakes are not ready to operate. functioning and there is a problem This light changes to amber and with the regular brakes. See your flashes to indicate that the lane dealer for service. marking has been crossed without See Brake System Warning Light using a turn signal in that direction. 0 126 and Brake System Messages See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 141. This light comes on briefly when the 0 229. engine is started. Lane Departure Warning Lane Keep Assist (LKA) If the light does not come on, have it (LDW) Light fixed so it will be ready to warn if Light there is a problem. If the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the vehicle. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the ABS light stays on, or comes on again while driving, the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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For some vehicles, this light comes Vehicle Ahead Indicator turns off. For vehicles with a on briefly while starting the vehicle. reconfigurable cluster, this light is in If it does not come on, have the the display area and it may not vehicle serviced. come on when the ignition is For vehicles with the uplevel cluster, turned on. this light may not come on when The traction off light comes on when starting the vehicle. the Traction Control System (TCS) This light is green if LKA is available has been turned off by pressing and to assist. If equipped, this indicator will releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak display green when a vehicle is button. LKA may assist by gently turning detected ahead and amber when the steering wheel if the vehicle This light and the StabiliTrak OFF you are following a vehicle ahead light come on when StabiliTrak is approaches a detected lane marking much too closely. without using the turn signal in that turned off. direction. The LKA light will turn See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not amber. System 0 223. limited. Adjust driving accordingly. This light is amber and flashes as a See Traction Control/Electronic Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Traction Off Light Stability Control 0 203. alert, to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed. StabiliTrak® OFF Light See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 230.

This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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This light comes on briefly while If the light does not come on, have On some vehicles this light comes starting the engine. If it does not, the vehicle serviced by your dealer. on briefly while starting the vehicle. have the vehicle serviced by your If the system is working normally, If it does not, have the vehicle dealer. the indicator light turns off. serviced by the dealer. If the system This light comes on when the If the light is on and not flashing, the is working normally the indicator StabiliTrak system is turned off. TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak light goes off. For vehicles with the If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction system have been disabled. A DIC reconfigurable cluster, this light may Control System (TCS) is also off. message may display. Check the not come on when starting the vehicle. If the StabiliTrak and TCS are off, DIC messages to determine which feature(s) is no longer functioning the system does not assist in Caution controlling the vehicle. Turn on the and whether the vehicle requires service. TCS and the StabiliTrak systems The engine coolant temperature and the warning light turns off. If the light is on and flashing, the warning light indicates that the See Traction Control/Electronic TCS and/or the StabiliTrak system vehicle has overheated. Driving Stability Control 0 203. is actively working. with this light on can damage the See Traction Control/Electronic engine and it may not be covered Traction Control System Stability Control 0 203. by the vehicle warranty. See (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light Engine Overheating 0 259. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning The engine coolant temperature Light warning light comes on when the engine has overheated. If this happens pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating 0 259. This light comes on briefly when the engine is started. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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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 0 288. 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 oil underinflated. low can also damage the engine. Low Fuel Warning Light A Driver Information Center (DIC) The repairs would not be covered tire pressure message may also by the vehicle warranty. Check display. See Tire Messages 0 149. the oil level as soon as possible. Stop as soon as possible, and Add oil if required, but if the oil inflate the tires to the pressure value level is within the operating range shown on the Tire and Loading and the oil pressure is still low, Information label. See Tire Pressure have the vehicle serviced. Always 0 285. follow the maintenance schedule This light is near the fuel gauge and for changing engine oil. comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working. For vehicles with a Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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reconfigurable cluster, this light is in If the light stays on and the engine See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 160. the display area and may not come does not start, there could be a on when the ignition is turned on. problem with the theft-deterrent Adaptive Forward system. See Immobilizer Operation It also comes on when the fuel tank 0 Lighting (AFL) Light is low on fuel. The light turns off 43. when fuel is added. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced. High-Beam On Light Security Light

This light should come on briefly as the vehicle is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced This light comes on when the by your dealer. For vehicles with a high-beam headlamps are in use. reconfigurable cluster, this light is in On some vehicles the immobilizer See Headlamp High/Low-Beam the display area and may not come light should come on briefly as the Changer 0 162. on when the ignition is turned on. engine is started. If it does not come IntelliBeam® Light This light comes on solid when on, have the vehicle serviced by there is a problem with the AFL your dealer. If the system is working system. It flashes when the system normally, the indicator light turns off. is switching between lighting For vehicles with the reconfigurable modes. See Adaptive Forward cluster, this light may not come on Lighting (AFL) 0 163. when the engine is started.

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Lamps On Reminder Adaptive Cruise Control Light For vehicles equipped with this light, it comes on when a door is open or not securely latched. Before driving, check that all doors are properly closed. See Door Ajar Messages 0 142 for more information.

This light comes on when the This light is white when the Adaptive exterior lamps are in use. See Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is Exterior Lamp Controls 0 160. on and ready, and turns green when the ACC is set and active. See Cruise Control Light Adaptive Cruise Control 0 208. Door Ajar Light

The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready, and turns green when the cruise control is set and active. See Cruise Control 0 206. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

134 Instruments and Controls Information Displays SEL (Select) : Press to open a DIC Information Displays menu or select a menu item. Press The following is the list of all and hold to reset values on certain possible DIC information displays. Driver Information screens. Center (DIC) Some of the information displays DIC Information Display may not be available for your The DIC is displayed in the Options particular vehicle. instrument cluster. It shows the Speed (Base Cluster) : Shows the status of many vehicle systems. The info displays on the DIC can be turned on or off through the vehicle speed in either kilometers Options menu. per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). 1. Press SEL while viewing the Options page in one of the Trip 1 or Trip 2 (Base interactive display zones on the Cluster) / Trip 1 or Trip 2 and cluster. Average Fuel Economy (Uplevel Cluster) : The Trip display shows 2. Scroll to Info Pages and the current distance traveled, in press SEL. either kilometers (km) or miles (mi), 3. Press y or z to move since the trip odometer was last through the list of possible info reset. The trip odometer can be displays. reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active. 4. Press SEL while an item is highlighted to select or The Average Fuel Economy display y or z : Move SEL up or down to deselect that item. When an shows the approximate average go to the previous or next selection. item is selected, a checkmark liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) S or T : Press to move between will appear next to it. or miles per gallon (mpg). This the interactive display zones in the number is calculated based on the S number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded cluster. Press to go back to the since the last time this menu item previous menu. was reset. This number reflects only the approximate average fuel Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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economy that the vehicle has right Economy can be reset by pressing active and the timer is running. To now, and will change as driving and holding SEL while this display reset the timer to zero, press and conditions change. The Average is active. hold SEL while this display is active. Fuel Economy can be reset along Instantaneous Fuel Economy : Compass (Base Cluster) : Shows with the trip odometer by pressing Shows the current fuel economy in the direction the vehicle is driving. and holding SEL while this display either liters per 100 kilometers is active. Turn Arrow : Shows the next (L/100 km) or miles per maneuver when using route Fuel Range : Shows the gallon (mpg). This number reflects guidance. approximate distance the vehicle only the approximate fuel economy can be driven without refueling. that the vehicle has right now and Estimated Time to Arrival : Shows LOW will be displayed when the changes frequently as driving the estimated time until arrival at vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel conditions change. your destination. range estimate is based on an Average Speed : Shows the Distance to Destination : Shows average of the vehicle's fuel average speed of the vehicle in the distance to the destination when economy over recent driving history kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles using route guidance. and the amount of fuel remaining in per hour (mph). This average is the fuel tank. Speed Limit : Shows the current calculated based on the various speed limit. The information for this Average Fuel Economy (Base vehicle speeds recorded since the page comes from a roadway Cluster) : Shows the approximate last reset of this value. The average database. average liters per 100 kilometers speed can be reset by pressing and (L/100 km) or miles per holding SEL while this display is Speed Warning : Allows the driver gallon (mpg). This number is active. to set a speed that they do not want calculated based on the number of to exceed. To set the Speed Timer : This display can be used as Warning, press SEL when Speed L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the a timer. To start the timer, press SEL Warning is displayed. Press or last time this menu item was reset. while this display is active. The y This number reflects only the display will show the amount of time z to adjust the value. This feature approximate average fuel economy that has passed since the timer was can be turned off by pressing and that the vehicle has right now, and last reset. To stop the timer, press holding SEL while viewing this will change as driving conditions SEL briefly while this display is change. The Average Fuel Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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page. If the selected speed limit is to the vehicle ahead is displayed as other than when the oil has just exceeded, a pop-up warning is a time value on this page. When been changed. It cannot be reset displayed and a chime may sound. ACC has been engaged, the display accurately until the next oil change. Best Fuel Economy : Displays switches to the gap setting page. To reset the engine oil life system, average fuel economy, the best fuel This page shows the current gap press and hold SEL for several economy over the selected setting along with the vehicle ahead seconds while the Oil Life display is telltale. active. See Engine Oil Life System distance, and a bar graph showing 0 instantaneous fuel economy. Battery Voltage : Shows the 252. Driver Assistance (Uplevel current battery voltage. Tire Pressure : Shows the Cluster) : Shows information for Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the approximate pressures of all four Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane oil's remaining useful life. tires. Tire pressure is displayed in Departure Warning (LDW), and If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds Forward Collision Alert (FCA). displayed, that means 99% of the per square inch (psi). If the pressure current oil life remains. is low, the value for that tire is Performance Timer (V Sport shown in amber. See Tire Pressure Only) : Shows the last performance When the remaining oil life is low, Monitor System 0 287 and Tire time recorded. Press and hold SEL the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON Pressure Monitor Operation 0 288. while viewing the performance timer message will appear on the display. to reset and stop the timer. Press See Engine Oil Messages 0 143. Vehicle Odometer (Base SEL to enter the performance timer The oil should be changed as soon Cluster) : Shows the odometer. menu. In the menu, set the start as possible. See Engine Oil 0 250. Blank Page : Allows for no speed, set the end speed, and reset In addition to the engine oil life information to be displayed in the the timer. system monitoring the oil life, cluster info display areas. Cruise Set Speed : Shows the additional maintenance is recommended. See Maintenance speed the cruise control or Adaptive 0 Cruise Control is set to. Schedule 330. Follow Distance Indicator : When The Oil Life display must be reset Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is after each oil change. It will not not engaged, the current follow time reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Head-Up Display (HUD) Caution

{ Warning If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid, you may If the HUD image is too bright or misjudge the distance and too high in your field of view, it damage your vehicle. Do not use may take you more time to see the HUD image as a parking aid. things you need to see when it is dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in The HUD information can be your field of view. displayed in various languages. The speedometer reading and other numerical values can be displayed HUD Display on the Vehicle If equipped with HUD, some in either English or metric units. Windshield information concerning the The language selection is changed operation of the vehicle is projected The HUD may display some of the through the radio and the units of onto the windshield. The image is following vehicle information and measurement is changed through projected through the HUD lens on vehicle messages or alerts: the instrument cluster. See Vehicle top of the instrument panel. The Personalization 0 150 and Cluster . Speed information appears as an image “ Settings Menu under Instrument . Tachometer focused out toward the front of the ” Cluster 0 115. vehicle. . Audio . Phone . Navigation . Collision Alert . Cruise Control . Lane Departure or Lane Keeping Assist Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Low Fuel ! (Display View) : Press to Some vehicle messages or alerts select the display view. Each press displayed in the HUD may be will change the display view. cleared by using the steering wheel D (Image Brightness) : Lift up controls. See Vehicle Messages and hold to brighten the display. 0 140. Press down and hold to dim the display. Hold down to turn the Metric display off. The HUD image will automatically dim and brighten to compensate for outside lighting. The HUD brightness control can also be adjusted as needed. The HUD image can temporarily English light up depending on the angle and Speed View : This display gives the The HUD control is to the left of the position of the sunlight on the HUD speedometer reading (in English or steering wheel. display. This is normal. metric units), speed limit, Adaptive To adjust the HUD image: Polarized sunglasses could make Cruise Control speed, Lane the HUD image harder to see. Departure Warning, and Vehicle 1. Adjust the driver seat. Ahead indicator. Some information 2. Start the engine. HUD Views only appears on vehicles that have There are four views in the HUD. these features, and when they are Use the following settings to adjust active. the HUD. Some vehicle information and vehicle messages or alerts may be $ (Image Adjustment) : Press displayed in any view. down or lift up to center the HUD image. The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down, not side to side. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Metric Metric Metric

English English English Audio/Phone View : This displays Navigation View : This displays the Performance View : This displays the speed view along with audio/ speed view along with Turn-by-Turn the speedometer reading, rpm phone information. The current radio Navigation information. When reading, transmission positions, and station, media type, and incoming navigation routing is not active “No gear shift indicator. calls may be displayed. Route Active” is displayed. Care of the HUD All HUD views may briefly display Navigation Turn-by-Turn Alerts audio information when the driver shown in the instrument cluster may Clean the inside of the windshield to uses the steering wheel controls to also be displayed in any HUD view. remove any dirt or film that could adjust the audio settings appearing reduce the sharpness or clarity of in the instrument cluster. the HUD image. Incoming phone calls appearing in Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth the instrument cluster, may also sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe display in any HUD view. the lens gently, then dry it. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

140 Instruments and Controls HUD Troubleshooting Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Check that: Messages displayed on the DIC Charging Messages . Nothing is covering the indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE HUD lens. some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple This message displays when the . HUD brightness setting is not vehicle has detected that the battery too dim or too bright. messages may display one after the other. voltage is dropping beyond a . HUD is adjusted to the proper reasonable point. The battery saver height. The messages that do not require system starts reducing features of immediate action can be the vehicle that may be noticed. At . Polarized sunglasses are acknowledged and cleared by the point that features are disabled, not worn. pressing SEL. The messages that this message displays. Turn off . Windshield and HUD lens are require immediate action cannot be unnecessary accessories to allow clean. cleared until that action is the battery to recharge. performed. All messages should be If the HUD image is not correct, taken seriously and clearing the LOW BATTERY contact your dealer. messages does not correct the This message is displayed when the problem. The windshield is part of the HUD battery voltage is low. See Battery - system. See Windshield The following are some of the North America 0 264. 0 Replacement 267. vehicle messages that may be displayed depending on the vehicle SERVICE BATTERY content. CHARGING SYSTEM This message is displayed when there is a fault in the battery charging system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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TRANSPORT MODE ON STEP ON BRAKE TO Compass Messages RELEASE PARK BRAKE This message is displayed when the The compass display will be blank if vehicle is in transport mode. Some This message is displayed if you the vehicle temporarily loses features can be disabled while in attempt to release the Electric communication with the Global this mode, including Remote Parking Brake without the brake Positioning System (GPS). Keyless Entry (RKE), remote start, pedal applied. See Electric Parking and the vehicle alarm system. Take Brake 0 201. Cruise Control Messages the vehicle to your dealer for service to turn transport mode off. RELEASE PARKING BRAKE ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET This message is displayed if the TO XXX Brake System Messages Electric Parking Brake is on while This message displays when the the vehicle is in motion. See Electric BRAKE FLUID LOW 0 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Parking Brake 201. speed is set. See Adaptive Cruise This message is displayed when the SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST Control 0 208. brake fluid level is low. See Brake Fluid 0 263. This message may be displayed ADAPTIVE CRUISE when there is a problem with the TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE BRAKES OVERHEATED brake boost assist system. The This message displays when brake boost assist motor may be This message is displayed when the attempting to activate Adaptive heard and brake pedal pulsation brakes are becoming overheated. Cruise Control (ACC) when it is may be felt. This is normal under This may be seen when driving on temporarily unavailable. The ACC these conditions. Take the vehicle to hills. Shift to a lower gear. system does not need service. your dealer for service. This can occur under the following SERVICE PARKING BRAKE conditions: This message is displayed when . The radar is not clean. Keep the there is a problem with the parking radar sensors free of mud, dirt, brake. Take the vehicle to your snow, ice, and slush. Clean the dealer for service. entire front and/or rear of the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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vehicle. For cleaning SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE TRUNK OPEN instructions, see Exterior Care EXITING This message will display along with 0 319. This message may display if a symbol when the trunk is open. . Heavy rain or snow is interfering Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is Close the trunk completely. with the radar object detection or engaged holding the vehicle at a camera performance. stop, and the driver attempts to exit Engine Cooling System CRUISE SET TO XXX the vehicle. Put the vehicle in Messages P (Park) before exiting. This message displays when the A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH cruise control speed is set. See Door Ajar Messages ENGINE TEMP Cruise Control 0 206. DOOR OPEN This message displays when the NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS engine coolant becomes hotter than PEDAL APPLIED A door open symbol will be the normal operating temperature. displayed on the DIC showing which To avoid added strain on a hot This message displays when door is open. If the vehicle has been engine, the air conditioning Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is shifted out of P (Park), a DOOR compressor automatically turns off. active and the driver is pressing the OPEN message will also be When the coolant temperature gas pedal. When this occurs, ACC displayed. The DOOR OPEN returns to normal, the air will not brake. See Adaptive Cruise message may also be displayed if conditioning compressor turns back Control 0 208. the vehicle starts to move. Close the on. The vehicle can continue to be SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE door completely. driven. CONTROL HOOD OPEN If this message continues to appear, This message displays when the This message will display along with have the system repaired by your Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) a hood open symbol when the hood dealer as soon as possible to avoid needs service. Take the vehicle to is open. Close the hood completely. damage to the engine. your dealer. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD HIGH COOLANT before filling to the recommended COOLANT TEMPERATURE level. If the oil is not low and this message remains on, take the This message will display if the This message displays if the coolant vehicle to your dealer for service. coolant is low. See Engine Coolant temperature is hot. See Engine See Engine Oil 0 250. 0 256. Overheating 0 259. OIL PRESSURE LOW — STOP ENGINE OVERHEATED — Engine Oil Messages ENGINE IDLE ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays if low oil This message displays when the pressure levels occur. Stop the engine coolant temperature is too This message displays when the vehicle as soon as safely possible hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to engine oil needs to be changed. and do not operate it until the cause idle until it cools down. When you change the engine oil, be of the low oil pressure has been sure to reset the oil life system. See ENGINE OVERHEATED corrected. Check the oil as soon as — Engine Oil Life System 0 252, Driver STOP ENGINE possible and have the vehicle Information Center (DIC) 0 134, serviced by your dealer. This message displays and a Engine Oil 0 250, and Maintenance continuous chime sounds if the Schedule 0 330. Engine Power Messages engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation. ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED Stop and turn off the vehicle as ENGINE This message displays when the soon as it is safe to do so to avoid This message displays when the vehicle's engine power is reduced. severe damage. This message engine oil temperature is too hot. Reduced engine power can affect clears when the engine has cooled Stop and allow the vehicle to idle the vehicle's ability to accelerate. to a safe operating temperature. until it cools down. If this message is on, but there is no ENGINE OIL LOW — ADD OIL reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The On some vehicles, this message performance may be reduced the displays when the engine oil level next time the vehicle is driven. The may be too low. Check the oil level vehicle may be driven at a reduced Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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speed while this message is on, but NO REMOTE DETECTED REPLACE BATTERY IN maximum acceleration and speed This message displays when the REMOTE KEY may be reduced. Anytime this transmitter battery may be weak. message stays on, the vehicle This message displays when the See Starting the Vehicle with a Low should be taken to your dealer for “ battery in the RKE transmitter needs Transmitter Battery under Remote service as soon as possible. ” to be replaced. Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 Fuel System Messages Operation 28. Lamp Messages NO REMOTE DETECTED FUEL LEVEL LOW AFL (ADAPTIVE FORWARD PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART LIGHTING) LAMPS NEED This message displays when the This message displays when SERVICE vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as attempting to turn off the vehicle soon as possible. This message displays when the and the RKE transmitter is no longer AFL system is disabled and needs detected. Restarting is allowed Key and Lock Messages service. See your dealer. See without the RKE transmitter for Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) NO REMOTE KEY WAS five minutes. Press the brake pedal 0 163. to restart the vehicle. DETECTED PLACE KEY IN AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN NUMBER OF KEYS ON/OFF START YOUR VEHICLE PROGRAMMED This message is displayed when the This message displays when trying This message displays when exterior lamp control is in AUTO and to start the vehicle if an RKE programming new keys to the the lights have turned on or off. See transmitter is not detected. The vehicle. Automatic Headlamp System 0 163. transmitter battery may be weak. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE Transmitter Battery” under Remote This message displays when Keyless Entry (RKE) System leaving the vehicle with the RKE Operation 0 28. transmitter still inside. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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XXX TURN INDICATOR AUTOMATIC COLLISION . The front of the vehicle or FAILURE PREP OFF windshield is not clean. Keep these areas clean and free of When one of the turn signals is out, This message displays when the mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. this message displays to show Front Automatic Braking (FAB) For cleaning instructions, see which bulb needs to be replaced. System has been turned off. See Exterior Care 0 319. See Bulb Replacement 0 268 and Front Automatic Braking (FAB) Replacement Bulbs 0 269. System 0 225. . Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the object detection TURN SIGNAL ON AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP performance. REDUCED This message is displayed if the This message may also be turn signal has been left on. Turn off This message displays when the displayed if there is a problem with the turn signal. Front Automatic Braking (FAB) the StabiliTrak system. See Traction System has been set to the Alert Control/Electronic Stability Control Object Detection System setting. This setting disables most 0 203. Messages FAB functions. Some last-second automatic braking capability is still FORWARD COLLISION 24 GHz RADARS OFF provided with the Alert setting, but ALERT OFF braking is less likely to occur. See This message displays when driving This message displays when the Front Automatic Braking (FAB) in certain areas where there may be Forward Collision Alert has been System 0 225. radar interference. Adaptive Cruise turned off. Control (ACC), Forward Collision AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED Alert (FCA), and the Front UNAVAILABLE CLEAN WINDSHIELD Automatic Braking (FAB) System may not work or may not work as This message displays when the This message displays when the well. The vehicle does not need Front Automatic Braking (FAB) camera is blocked. Cleaning the service. System has been unavailable for outside of the windshield behind the some time. The FAB System does rearview mirror may correct the not need service. This message can issue. The Lane Keeping Assist display under the following (LKA) and the Lane Departure conditions: Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Warning (LDW) systems will not This message could be due to the vehicle. For cleaning operate. Adaptive Cruise Control camera being blocked. Clean the instructions, see Exterior Care (ACC), Forward Collision Alert outside of the windshield behind the 0 319. (FCA), and the Front Automatic rearview mirror. . Heavy rain or snow is interfering Braking (FAB) System may not work with the radar object detection or or may not work as well. REAR AUTO BRAKE/PARK ASSIST OFF camera performance. LANE DEPARTURE WARNING This message displays when the See Driver Assistance Systems 0 UNAVAILABLE Parking Assist system has been 216. This message displays when turned off or when there is a SERVICE AUTOMATIC attempting to activate the Lane temporary condition causing the COLLISION PREP Departure Warning (LDW) system system to be disabled. when it is temporarily unavailable. If this message displays, take the The LDW system does not need REAR AUTO BRAKE AND vehicle to your dealer to repair the service. PARK ASSIST UNAVAILABLE system. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Forward Collision Alert This message could be due to the This message displays when attempting to activate the parking (FCA), and/or the Front Automatic camera being blocked. Cleaning the Braking (FAB) System may not outside of the windshield behind the and backing features of the Driver Assistance System when they are work. Do not use these systems rearview mirror may correct the until the vehicle has been repaired. issue. temporarily unavailable. The system does not need service. SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST LANE KEEPING ASSIST This can occur under the following SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE conditions: If this message displays, take the This message displays when the . The radar is not clean. Keep the vehicle to your dealer to repair the Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) and radar sensors free of mud, dirt, system. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) snow, ice, and slush. Clean the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), system is temporarily unavailable. entire front and/or rear of the The LKA system does not need Forward Collision Alert (FCA), the service. Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System, Assistance Systems for Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Parking or Backing, Lane Keeping Assistance System. Do not use this activate during heavy rain or due to Assist (LKA), and/or the Lane system to help park or back the road spray. The vehicle does not Departure Warning (LDW) system vehicle. See your dealer for service. need service. For cleaning, see may not work. Do not use these "Washing the Vehicle" under systems until the vehicle has been SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF Exterior Care 0 319. repaired. This message indicates that the driver has turned the Side Blind TAKE STEERING SERVICE FRONT CAMERA Zone Alert (SBZA) system off. If LKA does not detect active driver If this message remains on after steering, an alert and chime may be continued driving, take the vehicle SERVICE SIDE DETECTION provided. Move the steering wheel to your dealer for service. Do not SYSTEM to dismiss. See “Lane Keeping use the Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), If this message remains on after Assist (LKA)” under Lane Departure Lane Departure Warning (LDW), continued driving, the vehicle needs Warning (LDW) 0 229. and Forward Collision Alert (FCA) service. Side Blind Zone Alert features. (SBZA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert Ride Control System SERVICE PARK ASSIST (RCTA) features will not work. Take Messages the vehicle to your dealer. This message displays if there is a SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE problem with the Parking Assist SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM This message displays when there system. Do not use this system to UNAVAILABLE is a problem with the AWD system. help you park. See your dealer for This message indicates that Side This message could be set by a service. Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) and Rear number of issues. Some may SERVICE REAR AUTO BRAKE Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are require service of the AWD system. AND PARK ASSIST disabled either because the sensor The vehicle will run in normal is blocked and cannot detect two-wheel-drive mode when this This message displays if there is a vehicles in the blind zone, or the message has been set. This could problem with the parking and vehicle is passing through an open be caused by: backing features of the Driver area, such as the desert, where there is insufficient data for . A vehicle or an AWD system operation. This message may also electronics problem. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Various vehicle electrical issues. SERVICE SUSPENSION Airbag System Messages SYSTEM . Worn out or overheated clutch SERVICE AIRBAG plates. This message displays when there This message displays if there is a . Loss of fluids. is a problem with the Magnetic Ride Control system. See Magnetic Ride problem with the airbag system. See If this message appears, stop when Control 0 205. Have the vehicle your dealer for service. it is safe to do so and turn off the serviced by your dealer. ignition for 30 seconds. Restart the Security Messages vehicle and check for the message SERVICE TRACTION on the DIC display. If the message CONTROL THEFT ATTEMPTED does not appear, it is not necessary This message displays when there This message displays if the vehicle to take your vehicle to the dealer. is a problem with the Traction detects a tamper condition. If the message still displays or Control System (TCS). See Traction appears again when you begin Control/Electronic Stability Control driving, the system needs service. Service Vehicle Messages 0 203. See your dealer. SERVICE POWER STEERING TRACTION CONTROL OFF SERVICE LEVELING SYSTEM This message displays and a chime This message displays when the This message displays when there may sound when there may be a Traction Control System (TCS) has is a problem with the automatic rear problem with the power steering been turned off. See Traction level control. See Automatic Level system. If this message displays Control/Electronic Stability Control Control 0 205. Have the vehicle and a reduction in steering 0 203. serviced by your dealer. performance or loss of power steering assistance is noticed, see TRACTION CONTROL ON SERVICE STABILITRAK your dealer. This message displays when the This message displays if there is a Traction Control System (TCS) has SERVICE VEHICLE SOON problem with the StabiliTrak system. been turned on. See Traction See Traction Control/Electronic This message is displayed if there is Control/Electronic Stability Control Stability Control 0 203. a problem with the vehicle. Take the 0 203. vehicle to your dealer for service. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Starting the Vehicle TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. The This message displays when the Messages DIC also shows the tire pressure system is learning new tires. See values. See Driver Information PRESS BRAKE TO START Tire Pressure Monitor Operation Center (DIC) 0 134. This message is displayed when 0 288. attempting to start the vehicle TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE Transmission Messages without first pressing the brake pedal. This message displays when the SERVICE TRANSMISSION pressure in one or more of the tires SERVICE KEYLESS START is low. This message displays if there is a SYSTEM problem with the transmission. See This message also displays LEFT your dealer. This message is displayed if there is FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT a problem with the pushbutton start REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate SHIFT DENIED system. Take the vehicle to your the location of the low tire. This message displays when using dealer for service. The low tire pressure warning light the Driver Shift Control (DSC) and will also come on. See Tire attempting to shift to a gear not Tire Messages Pressure Light 0 131. appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per SERVICE TIRE MONITOR If a tire pressure message appears minute (rpm). See Manual Mode SYSTEM on the DIC, stop as soon as you 0 199. This message displays if there is a can. Inflate the tires by adding air problem with the Tire Pressure until the tire pressure is equal to the SHIFT TO PARK values shown on the Tire and Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire This message displays when the Pressure Monitor Operation 0 288. Loading Information label. See Tires 0 277, Vehicle Load Limits 0 186, transmission needs to be shifted to and Tire Pressure 0 285. P (Park). This may appear when turning the ignition off if the vehicle is not in P (Park). Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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TRANSMISSION HOT — IDLE Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle ENGINE WASHER FLUID LOW ADD Personalization This message displays and a chime FLUID sounds if the transmission fluid in Use the audio system controls to the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the This message may display when the access the personalization menus transmission fluid temperature high washer fluid level is low. Fill the for customizing vehicle features. can cause damage to the vehicle. windshield washer reservoir as soon The following are all possible Stop the vehicle and let it idle to as possible. See Engine 0 personalization features. Depending allow the transmission to cool. This Compartment Overview 246 for on the vehicle, some may not be message clears when the fluid the location of the windshield available. temperature reaches a safe level. washer reservoir. Also, see Washer Fluid 0 262. Infotainment System Audio Vehicle Reminder System Controls Messages Window Messages To access the personalization menu: ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/ PASSENGER WINDOW 1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home WITH CARE Page on the infotainment This message displays when ice This message is displayed when the system display. conditions are possible. window needs to be reprogrammed. If the vehicle's battery has been 2. Touch the desired feature to recharged or disconnected, you will display a list of available Vehicle Speed Messages need to program each front window options. SELECTED SPEED LIMIT for the express-up feature to work. 3. Touch to select the desired 0 EXCEEDED See Power Windows 46. feature setting. This message is displayed when the 4. Touch S Back to exit or move vehicle speed is greater than the set backward in a menu. speed. See "Speed Warning" under Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 134. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Personalization Menus The selected language will display Manage Favorites The following list of menu items may on the system, and voice This allows favorites to be edited. recognition will reflect the selected be available: See “Manage Favorites” in language. . Time and Date “Settings” under “Radio” in the Valet Mode (If Equipped) infotainment manual. . Language (Language) This will lock the infotainment Number of Favorites Shown . Valet Mode system and steering wheel controls. Touch to set the number of favorites . Radio It may also limit access to vehicle to display. storage locations (if equipped). . Vehicle Select the desired number or select To enable valet mode: . Bluetooth Auto and the infotainment system 1. Enter a four-digit code on the will automatically adjust the number . Voice keypad. of favorites shown. . Display 2. Select Enter to go to the Bose Audio Pilot . Rear Camera confirmation screen. This feature adjusts the volume . Return to Factory Settings 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. based on the noise in the vehicle. . Software Information Press LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or See “Bose AudioPilot Noise Compensation Technology” under Each menu is detailed in the unlock the system. Press Back to go back to the previous menu. “Infotainment System Settings” in following information. the infotainment manual. Time and Date Radio Select Off or On. Touch and the following may Manually set the time and date. See Maximum Start Up Volume Clock 0 110. display: This feature sets the maximum . Manage Favorites Language (Language) startup volume. If the vehicle is . Number of Favorites Shown started and the volume is greater Select Language, then select from than this level, the volume is the available language(s). . Bose Audio Pilot adjusted to this level. . Maximum Start Up Volume Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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To set the maximum startup volume, Select Low, Medium, or High. Auto Rear Defog touch + or − to increase or Air Quality Sensor If equipped, this allows the Auto decrease. Rear Defog to be turned on or off. This allows for selection of air Vehicle This feature will automatically turn quality sensor operation at high or on the rear window defogger when it Select and the following may low sensitivity. is cold outside. display: Select Off, Low Sensitivity, or High Select Off or On. . Climate and Air Quality Sensitivity. Collision/Detection Systems . Collision/Detection Systems Auto Heated Seats . Comfort and Convenience When enabled, this feature will Select the Collision/Detection Systems menu and the following . Lighting automatically activate the heated seats at the level required by the may be displayed if equipped: . Power Door Locks interior temperature. The auto . Alert Type . Remote Lock, Unlock, Start heated seats can be turned off by . Auto Collision Preparation using the heated seat buttons on Climate and Air Quality the center stack. See Heated and . Go Notifier 0 Select and the following may Ventilated Front Seats 60. . Rear Cross Traffic Alert display: Select Off or On. Alert Type . Auto Fan Max Speed Auto Defog This feature will set crash alerts to . Air Quality Sensor When set to On, the front defog will beeps or seat vibrations. This . Auto Heated Seats automatically react to temperature setting affects all crash alerts and humidity conditions that may including Forward Collision, Lane Auto Defog . cause fogging. Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise . Auto Rear Defog Control, Parking Assist, and Select Off or On. Backing Warning alerts. Auto Fan Max Speed Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. This feature will set the maximum auto fan speed. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Auto Collision Preparation Comfort and Convenience Chime Volume This feature will turn on or off the Select and the following may This allows the selection of the Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and display: chime volume level. Front Automatic Braking (FAB). The . Auto Memory Recall Touch + or − to adjust the volume. Off setting disables all FCA and FAB functions. With the Alert and . Easy Exit Options Reverse Tilt Mirror Brake setting, both FCA and FAB . Chime Volume When on, both the driver and are available. The Alert setting . Reverse Tilt Mirror passenger outside mirrors will tilt disables FAB, but some last-second downward when the vehicle is automatic braking capability is still . Auto Mirror Folding shifted to R (Reverse) to improve provided, though less likely to occur. visibility of the ground near the rear See Front Automatic Braking (FAB) . Rain Sense Wipers 0 wheels. They will return to their System 225. Auto Memory Recall previous driving position when the Select Off, Alert and Brake, or Alert. This feature automatically recalls vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) or the engine is turned off. Go Notifier the current driver’s previously stored 1 or 2 button positions when Select Off, On, On - Driver and This feature will give a reminder that entering the vehicle. See Memory Passenger, On - Driver, or On - Adaptive Cruise Control provides Seats 0 59. Passenger. when it has brought the vehicle to a complete stop behind another Select Off or On. Auto Mirror Folding stopping vehicle, and then that Easy Exit Options When on, the outside rearview vehicle drives on. This feature automatically recalls mirrors will automatically fold or Select Off or On. the current driver’s previously stored unfold when the Remote Keyless K Rear Cross Traffic Alert Exit button position when exiting the Entry (RKE) transmitter Q or vehicle. See Memory Seats 0 59. button is pressed and held. This allows the Rear Cross Traffic Alert feature to be turned on or off. Select Off or On. Select Off or On. Select Off or On. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Rain Sense Wipers Exit Lighting Delayed Door Lock When on, the normal Intermittent This allows the selection of how When on, this feature will delay the Wiper control becomes a Rain long the exterior lamps stay on locking of the doors. To override the Sense Sensitivity control. See “INT when leaving the vehicle when it is delay, press the power door lock (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity dark outside. switch on the door. Control)” in Windshield Wiper/ 0 Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Select Off or On. Washer 109. Seconds, or 120 Seconds. Select Disabled or Enabled. Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Power Door Locks Select and the following may Lighting Select and the following may display: Select and the following may display: . Remote Unlock Light Feedback display: . Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout . Remote Lock Feedback . Vehicle Locator Lights . Auto Door Unlock . Remote Start Auto Cool Seats . Exit Lighting . Delayed Door Lock . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Vehicle Locator Lights Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout . Remote Window Operation This feature will flash the exterior When on, this feature will keep the . Passive Door Unlock lamps and allows some of the driver door from locking when the exterior lamps and most of the door is open. If Off is selected, the . Passive Door Lock interior lamps to turn on briefly Delayed Door Lock menu will be . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert when K on the Remote Keyless available. Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed Remote Unlock Light Feedback Select Off or On. to locate the vehicle. When on, the exterior lamps will Select Off or On. Auto Door Unlock flash when unlocking the vehicle This allows selection of which of the with the RKE transmitter. doors will automatically unlock when Select Off or Flash Lights. the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Remote Lock Feedback Select Off or On. . Ringtones This allows selection of what type of Passive Door Unlock . Voice Mail Numbers feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. This allows the selection of what Pair New Device doors will unlock when using the Select to pair a new device. See Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights button on the driver door to unlock “Pairing” in “Infotainment Controls” Only, or Horn Only. the vehicle. under “Bluetooth” in the infotainment Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Select All Doors or Driver Door. manual. If equipped and turned on, this Passive Door Lock Device Management feature will turn the ventilated seats on when using remote start on This allows passive locking to be Select to connect to a different warm days. turned on or off and selects phone source, disconnect a phone, feedback. See Remote Keyless or delete a phone. Select Off or On. Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28. Ringtones Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Select On, On with Horn Chirp, or Off. Touch to change the ring tone for If equipped and turned on, this the specific phone. The phone does feature will turn the heated seats on Remote Left in Vehicle Alert not need to be connected to change when using remote start on the ring tone. cold days. This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the Voice Mail Numbers Select Off or On. vehicle. This feature displays the voice mail Remote Window Operation Select Off or On. number for all connected phones. If equipped, this feature enables the Bluetooth To change the voice mail number, remote operation of all windows select EDIT or press the EDIT from the RKE transmitter. See Select and the following may button. Type a new number, then “Window Operation from Outside display: select SAVE or press the SAVE the Vehicle” in Power Windows . Pair New Device button. 0 46. . Device Management Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Voice Display See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 217. Select and the following may Select and the following may display: display: Return to Factory Settings . Confidence Threshold . Mode Select and the following may . Prompt Length . Calibrate Touchscreen display: . Audio Feedback Speed . Turn Display Off . Restore Vehicle Settings Confidence Threshold Mode . Clear All Private Data This feature allows the adjustment Select to change the display screen . Restore Radio Settings of the sensitivity of the speech for day or night driving. Restore Vehicle Settings recognition system. Select Auto, Day, or Night. This allows selection of restoring Select Confirm More or vehicle settings. Confirm Less. Calibrate Touchscreen Select to calibrate the touchscreen, Select Restore or Cancel. Prompt Length then follow the prompts. Clear All Private Data This feature adjusts the voice prompt length. Turn Display Off This allows selection to clear all private information from the vehicle. Select Short or Long. Select to turn the display off. Touch anywhere on the display area or any Select Delete or Cancel. Audio Feedback Speed faceplate button to turn the Restore Radio Settings This feature adjusts the audio display on. feedback speed. This allows selection to restore Rear Camera radio settings. Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. This allows for Rear Parking Assist Select Restore or Cancel. Symbols and Guidance Lines to be turned off or on. Software Information Select Off or On for the desired Touch to view the version of the feature. infotainment system software. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Instruments and Controls 157 Universal Remote instructions refer to a garage door Make sure the hand-held transmitter opener, but can be used for other has a new battery for quick and System devices. accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. See Radio Frequency Statement Do not use the Universal Remote 0 355. system with any garage door opener Programming the Universal that does not have the stop and Remote System Universal Remote System reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model For questions or help programming Programming manufactured before April 1, 1982. the Universal Remote system, call 1-800-355-3515 or see Read these instructions completely www.homelink.com. before programming the Universal Remote system. It may help to have Programming involves another person assist with the time-sensitive actions, and may time programming process. out causing the procedure to be repeated. Keep the original hand-held transmitter for use in other vehicles To program up to three devices: as well as for future programming. 1. Hold the end of the hand-held Erase the programming when transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 vehicle ownership is terminated. to 3 in) away from the See “Erasing Universal Remote Universal Remote system System Buttons” later in this buttons with the indicator light If equipped, these buttons are in the section. in view. The hand-held overhead console. To program a garage door opener, transmitter was supplied by the park outside directly in line with and manufacturer of the garage This system can replace up to three door opener receiver. remote control transmitters used to facing the garage door opener activate devices such as garage receiver. Clear all people and 2. At the same time, press and door openers, security systems, and objects near the garage door. hold both the hand-held home automation devices. These transmitter button and one of the three Universal Remote Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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system buttons to be used to be required. For a second The name and color of the operate the garage door. Do time, press and hold the button may vary by not release either button until newly programmed button manufacturer. the indicator light changes from for five seconds. If the light 5. Press and release the Learn or a slow to a rapid flash. Then stays on or the garage door Smart button. Step 6 must be release both buttons. moves, programming is completed within 30 seconds of Some garage door openers complete. pressing this button. may require substitution of . If the indicator light blinks 6. Inside the vehicle, press and Step 2 with the procedure rapidly for two seconds, hold the newly programmed under “Radio Signals for then changes to a solid light Universal Remote system Canada and Some Gate and the garage door does button for two seconds and Operators” later in this section. not move, continue with then release it. If the garage 3. Press and hold the newly programming Steps 4–6. door does not move or the programmed Universal Remote lamp on the garage door system button for five seconds opener receiver does not flash, while watching the indicator press and hold the same light and garage door button a second time for activation. two seconds, then release it. . If the indicator light stays on Again, if the door does not continuously or the garage move or the garage door lamp door moves when the does not flash, press and hold the same button a third time for button is pressed, then Learn or Smart Button programming is complete. two seconds, then release it. There is no need to 4. After completing Steps 1–3, The Universal Remote system complete Steps 4–6. locate the Learn or Smart should now activate the button inside the garage on the If the indicator light does garage door. . garage door opener receiver. not come on or the garage Repeat the process for door does not move, a programming the two remaining second button press may buttons. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Radio Signals for Canada and Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Some Gate Operators Operation Universal Remote System For questions or programming help Button call 1-800-355-3515 or see Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system www.homelink.com. System buttons: Canadian radio-frequency laws and Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the some U.S. gate operators require Universal Remote system button for buttons. Do not release the transmitter signals to time out or quit at least one-half second. The button. after several seconds of indicator light will come on while the 2. The indicator light will begin to transmission. This may not be long signal is being transmitted. flash after 20 seconds. Without enough for the Universal Remote Erasing Universal Remote releasing the button, proceed system to pick up the signal during System Buttons with Step 1 under programming. Erase all programmed buttons when “Programming the Universal If the programming did not work, vehicle ownership is terminated. Remote System.” replace Step 2 under “Programming the Universal Remote System” with To erase: the following: 1. Press and hold the two outside Press and hold the Universal buttons until the indicator light Remote system button while begins to flash. This should pressing and releasing the take about 10 seconds. hand-held transmitter button every 2. Release both buttons. two seconds until the signal has been successfully accepted by the Universal Remote system. The Universal Remote system indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under “Programming the Universal Remote System” to complete. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

160 Lighting Exterior Lighting Battery Exterior Lighting Lighting Saver ...... 166 Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 160 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder ...... 162 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...... 162 Flash-to-Pass ...... 162 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...... 162 Automatic Headlamp System ...... 163 The exterior lamp control is on the Adaptive Forward turn signal lever. Lighting (AFL) ...... 163 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 164 Turn the control to the following Turn and Lane-Change positions: Signals ...... 164 O (Off) : Turns off the exterior Interior Lighting lamps. The knob returns to the Instrument Panel Illumination AUTO position after it is released. Control ...... 165 Turn to O again to reactivate the Courtesy Lamps ...... 165 AUTO mode. Dome Lamps ...... 165 In Canada, the headlamps will Reading Lamps ...... 165 automatically reactivate when the Lighting Features vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Entry Lighting ...... 166 AUTO (Automatic) : Automatically Exit Lighting ...... 166 turns the exterior lamps on and off, Battery Power Protection . . . . . 166 depending on outside lighting. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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; (Parking Lamps) : Turns on the Turning On and Enabling . The system detects a preceding parking lamps including all lamps, IntelliBeam vehicle's taillamps. except the headlamps. To enable the IntelliBeam system, . The outside light is bright 2 (Headlamps) : Turns on the with the turn signal lever in the enough that high-beam headlamps together with the parking neutral position, turn the exterior headlamps are not required. lamp control to AUTO. The blue lamps and instrument panel lights. . The vehicle's speed drops below high-beam on light appears on the ® 20 km/h (12 mph). IntelliBeam System instrument cluster when the high . The IntelliBeam system is If equipped, this system turns the beams are on. disabled by the high/low-beam vehicle's high-beam headlamps on Driving with IntelliBeam changer or the flash-to-pass and off according to surrounding feature. If this happens, the high/ traffic conditions. The system only activates the high beams when driving over 40 km/h low-beam changer must be The system turns the high-beam (25 mph). activated two times within headlamps on when it is dark two seconds to reactivate the There is a sensor near the top enough and there is no other traffic IntelliBeam system. The center of the windshield that present. instrument cluster light will come automatically controls the system. on to indicate the IntelliBeam is Keep this area of the windshield reactivated. See Headlamp clear of debris to allow for best High/Low-Beam Changer 0 162 system performance. and Flash-to-Pass 0 162. The high-beam headlamps remain The high beams may not turn off on, under the automatic control, automatically if the system cannot until one of the following situations detect another vehicle's lamps This light comes on in the occurs: because of any of the following: instrument cluster when the The system detects an . . The other vehicle's lamps are IntelliBeam system is enabled. approaching vehicle's missing, damaged, obstructed headlamps. from view, or otherwise undetected. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. The other vehicle's lamps are Headlamp High/ Daytime Running covered with dirt, snow, and/or road spray. Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) 2 3 . The other vehicle's lamps cannot (Headlamp High/Low-Beam DRL can make it easier for others to be detected due to dense Changer) : Push the turn signal see the front of your vehicle during exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road lever away from you and release, to the day. Fully functional DRL are spray, mist, or other airborne turn the high beams on. To return to required on all vehicles first sold in obstructions. low beams, push the lever again or Canada. pull it toward you and release. . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, For vehicles with High Intensity cracked, or obstructed by Discharge (HID) headlamps, the something that blocks the view dedicated DRL will come on when of the light sensor. all of the following conditions are met: . The vehicle is loaded such that the front end points upward, . The ignition is on. causing the light sensor to aim . The exterior lamp control is high and not detect headlamps This indicator light turns on in the in AUTO. and taillamps. instrument cluster when the . The light sensor determines it is . Driving on winding or hilly roads. high-beam headlamps are on. daytime. The automatic high-beam Flash-to-Pass . The parking brake is released or headlamps may need to be disabled the vehicle is not in P (Park). if any of the above conditions exist. To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever toward you, and When the DRL are on, the taillamps, release. sidemarker lamps, and other lamps Exterior Lamps Off will not be on. Reminder The DRL turn off when the A warning chime sounds if the driver headlamps are turned to O or the door is opened while the ignition is ignition is off. off and the exterior lamps are on. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Automatic Headlamp headlamp system changes to the not operating, these lamps turn off. DRL. During that delay, the Move the exterior lamp control to O System instrument cluster may not be as or ; to disable this feature. When the exterior lamp control is bright as usual. Make sure the set to AUTO and it is dark enough instrument panel brightness control outside, the headlamps come on is in the full bright position. See Adaptive Forward automatically. Instrument Panel Illumination Lighting (AFL) Control 0 165. For vehicles with uplevel When it is bright enough outside, headlamps, the AFL system adjusts the headlamps will turn off or may the headlamps to provide greater change to Daytime Running road illumination in various driving Lamps (DRL). conditions. The automatic headlamp system To enable AFL, set the exterior lamp turns off when the exterior lamp control to the AUTO position. control is turned to O or the ignition Moving the control out of the AUTO is off. position will deactivate the system. There is a light sensor on top of the AFL will operate when the vehicle For vehicles sold in Canada, this speed is greater than 3 km/h instrument panel. Do not cover the control only works when the sensor. (2 mph). AFL will not operate when transmission is in P (Park). the transmission is in R (Reverse). The system may also turn on the Lights On with Wipers AFL is not immediately operable headlamps when driving through a after starting the vehicle; driving a parking garage or tunnel. If the windshield wipers are short distance is required to If the vehicle is started in a dark activated in daylight with the engine calibrate the AFL. See Exterior garage, the automatic headlamp on, and the exterior lamp control is Lamp Controls 0 160. in AUTO, the headlamps, parking system comes on immediately. If it Curve Lighting is light outside when the vehicle lamps, and other exterior lamps leaves the garage, there is a slight come on. The transition time for the The light beam pivots based on the delay before the automatic lamps coming on varies based on steering wheel position and vehicle wiper speed. When the wipers are speed of at least 10 km/h (6 mph). Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The headlamps shine at an angle of Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane up to 15 degrees to the right or left change, the arrow flashes rapidly or of the direction of travel. Signals does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Hazard Warning Flashers Replace any burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers 0 270.

Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Raise or lower the lever until the | (Hazard Warning Flashers) : arrow starts to flash to signal a lane Press this button on the center change. Hold it there until the lane stack to make the front and rear turn change is completed. If the lever is signal lamps flash on and off. Press briefly pressed and released, the again to turn the flashers off. turn signal flashes three times. The hazard warning flashers turn on The turn and lane-change signal automatically if the airbags deploy. can be turned off manually by moving the lever back to its original position. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Lighting 165 Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps ON : Turns the lamp on. The courtesy lamps come on when Reading Lamps Instrument Panel any door is opened and the dome Illumination Control lamp is in the DOOR position. There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear Dome Lamps passenger doors. These lamps come on automatically when any The dome lamp is in the overhead door is opened. To manually turn console. the reading lamps on or off:

The brightness of the instrument panel lighting and steering wheel controls can be adjusted. D (Instrument Panel Illumination) : Move the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the lights. To change the dome lamp settings, The brightness of the displays Press m or n next to each automatically adjusts based on press: overhead console reading lamp. outdoor lighting. The instrument OFF : Turns the lamp off, even panel illumination control will set the when a door is open. lowest level to which the displays will automatically be adjusted. DOOR : The lamp comes on when a door is opened. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

166 Lighting Lighting Features door is opened after the ignition is turned off. The dome lamp comes on after the ignition is changed to Entry Lighting the OFF position. The exterior Some exterior lamps and most of lamps and dome lamp remain on for the interior lights turn on briefly at a set amount of time, then night, or in areas of limited lighting automatically turn off. when K is pressed on the Remote The exterior lamps turn off Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. immediately by turning the exterior Press the lamp lenses to turn the See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) lamp control off. rear passenger reading lamps on System Operation 0 28. When the or off. This feature can be changed. See driver door is opened, all control Vehicle Personalization 0 150. lights, Driver Information Center (DIC) lights, and door pocket lights turn on. After about 30 seconds the Battery Power Protection exterior lamps turn off, then the The battery saver feature is remaining interior lights dim to off. designed to protect the vehicle's Entry lighting can be disabled battery. manually by changing the ignition If some interior lamps are left on out of the OFF position, or by and the ignition is turned off, the pressing Q on the RKE transmitter. battery rundown protection system This feature can be changed. See automatically turns the lamp off after “Vehicle Locator Lights” under some time. Vehicle Personalization 0 150. Exterior Lighting Battery Exit Lighting Saver Some exterior lamps and interior The exterior lamps turn off about lights come on at night, or in areas 10 minutes after the ignition is with limited lighting, when the driver turned off, if the parking lamps or Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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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 XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

168 Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for Introduction information on the radio, audio Infotainment ...... 168 players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Climate Controls 169 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the Dual Automatic Climate heating, cooling, and ventilation. Control System ...... 169 Rear Climate Control System ...... 174 Air Vents Air Vents ...... 175 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...... 176 Service ...... 176

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1. Driver and Passenger 6. Rear Window Defogger Temperature Controls 7. Defrost 2. Fan Control 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 3. OFF (Fan) 4. Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats (If Equipped) 5. Recirculation Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Climate Control Touch Screen adjusted. The air delivery mode can The fan, air delivery mode, air be adjusted on the climate control conditioning, driver and passenger status screen. temperatures, and SYNC settings Automatic Operation can be controlled by pressing CLIMATE on the infotainment home The system automatically controls screen or the climate button in the the fan speed, air delivery, air touch screen application tray. conditioning, and recirculation in A selection can then be made on order to heat or cool the vehicle to the front climate control page the desired temperature. displayed. See the infotainment When the indicator light is on or manual. AUTO is displayed on the touch Climate Touch Screen Controls screen, the system is in full Climate Control Status Screen 1. Outside Temperature Display automatic operation. If the air delivery mode or fan setting is 2. Driver and Passenger manually adjusted, the auto Temperature Controls indicator turns off and the display 3. Fan Control will show the selected settings. Auto operation can be turned off 4. SYNC (Synchronized individually for climate settings. Temperature) For automatic operation: 5. A/C Mode (Air Conditioning) 1. Press AUTO. 6. Climate Control Selection (Application Tray Button) 2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Then 7. Rear (Rear Climate Control adjust the temperature as Touch Screen) needed for best comfort. 8. Air Delivery Mode Control The climate control status screen appears briefly when the climate control buttons on the faceplate are Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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To improve fuel efficiency and to SYNC (Synchronized operation. To turn off the fan and cool the vehicle faster, recirculation Temperature) : Press SYNC on the climate control system, press and may be automatically selected in touch screen to link all climate zone hold the fan down button or touch warm weather. The recirculation settings to the driver settings. Adjust screen fan control until it is off. light will not come on. Press @ to the driver side temperature control Air Delivery Mode Control : When select recirculation; press it again to to change the linked temperature. the climate information is displayed, select outside air. When the passenger settings are press the desired air delivery mode adjusted, the SYNC button is English units can be changed to on the touch screen to change the displayed when the temperatures direction of the airflow. The selected metric units through the instrument are unlinked. cluster. See “Cluster Settings Menu” air delivery mode button is lit. under Instrument Cluster 0 115. Rear (If Equipped) : Press this Pressing any of the air delivery button on the front climate control buttons cancels automatic air OFF (Fan) : Press to turn the fan on touch screen to open the rear delivery control and the direction of or off. The temperature control and climate control screen. The rear the airflow can be controlled air delivery mode can still be climate control settings can now be manually. Press AUTO to return to adjusted. adjusted from the front automatic operation. w / x (Driver and Passenger passenger area. To change the current mode, select Temperature Controls) : The Manual Operation one of the following: temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the z 9 y(Fan Control) : Press the Y (Vent) : Air is directed to the passenger. Press to increase or fan control buttons or the touch instrument panel outlets. decrease the temperature. Press screen fan control to increase or \ (Bi-Level) : Air is divided and hold to rapidly increase or decrease the fan speed. Press and between the instrument panel decrease the temperature. hold the buttons or the touch screen outlets and the floor outlets. control to adjust the speed more The driver and passenger quickly. The fan speed setting [ (Floor) : Air is directed to the temperatures can also be adjusted displays. Pressing either button floor outlets. by pressing the controls on the cancels automatic fan control and touch screen. - (Defog) : Clears the windows of the fan can be controlled manually. fog or moisture. Air is directed to the Press AUTO to return to automatic windshield and floor outlets. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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0 (Defrost) : Clears the sensitivity of the air quality sensor, window fogging, it returns to normal windshield of fog or frost more see “Climate and Air Quality” under operation. To turn Auto Defog off or quickly. Air is directed to the Vehicle Personalization 0 150. on, see “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization windshield. Press the button to @ (Recirculation) : Press to 0 0 150. turn on or off. Changing the air alternate between recirculating air delivery mode also turns the inside the vehicle or pulling in Rear Window Defogger defrost off. outside air. The indicator light on the button is lit when recirculation mode = (Rear Window Defogger) : (Air Conditioning) : Press the # is active. This helps to quickly cool Press to turn the rear window A/C Mode touch screen control to the air inside the vehicle or reduce defogger on or off. An indicator light turn the automatic air conditioning the outside air and odors that might on the button comes on to show that on or off. If the fan is turned off or enter. the rear window defogger is on. the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will Pressing this button cancels The rear window defogger can be not run. automatic recirculation. Press AUTO set to automatic operation. See to return to automatic operation; “Climate and Air Quality” under Press AUTO to return to automatic 0 recirculation runs automatically as Vehicle Personalization 150. operation and the air conditioner needed. When Auto Rear Defog is selected, runs as needed. the rear window defogger turns on Manual recirculation mode is not Automatic Air Recirculation : automatically when the interior available when in Defrost or Defog When the AUTO indicator light is temperature is cold and the outside modes. on, the air is automatically temperature is about 4°C (40°F) and recirculated as needed to help Auto Defog : The climate control below. quickly cool the inside of the system may have a sensor to The upper gridlines on the rear vehicle. automatically detect high humidity window are antenna lines and are inside the vehicle. When high The climate control system may not intended to heat when the humidity is detected, the climate have a sensor to detect air pollution. defogger is activated. control system may adjust to When using automatic air outside air supply and turn on the recirculation, the air quality control air conditioner. If the climate control system may operate. To adjust the system does not detect possible Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The heated outside rearview mirrors The vehicle also has auto heated Sensor turn on when the rear window seats that turn on when the vehicle defogger button is on and help to is on. The seats will activate at the clear fog or frost from the surface of level required by the vehicle’s the mirrors. interior temperature. To turn off, press J or z. The auto heated Caution seats can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 150 and Do not try to clear frost or other Heated and Ventilated Seats 0 13. material from the inside of the Remote Start Climate Control front windshield and rear window Operation : If equipped with the with a razor blade or anything remote start feature, the climate else that is sharp. This may control system may run when the damage the rear window vehicle is started remotely. The defogger grid and affect the system uses the driver’s previous The solar sensor, on top of the radio's ability to pick up stations settings to heat or cool the inside of instrument panel near the clearly. The repairs would not be the vehicle. The rear defog may windshield, monitors the solar heat. covered by the vehicle warranty. come on during remote start based The climate control system uses the on cold ambient conditions. The sensor information to adjust the Driver and Passenger Heated and rear defog indicator light does not temperature, fan speed, Ventilated Seats (If Equipped) : come on during a remote start. recirculation, and air delivery mode J z If equipped with heated or ventilated for best comfort. Press or to heat the driver or seats, they may come on during a passenger seat cushion and remote start. See Remote Vehicle If the sensor is covered, the seatback. Start 0 34 and Heated and automatic climate control system 0 Press C or { to ventilate the driver Ventilated Front Seats 60. may not work properly. or passenger seat. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 60. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Rear Climate Control 5. MODE (Air Delivery Mode 7. Rear Control Lockout System Control) 8. Air Delivery Mode Control If equipped, the rear climate control Rear : Press this button on the front system is on the rear of the center climate control touch screen to open console. The settings can be the rear climate control screen. The adjusted with the rear climate rear climate control settings can control buttons and the touch now be adjusted from the front screen. passenger area. O (On/Off) : Press the O button or REAR O on the touch screen to turn the rear climate control on or off. If the rear climate control is turned off using REAR O on the touch Rear Climate Touch Screen screen, the rear climate control Controls buttons must be pressed twice to 1. Outside Temperature Display turn the system back on. Press O on the rear climate control faceplate 2. Rear Climate Temperature and within five seconds press the Control MODE or temperature buttons on 3. SYNC (Synchronized the faceplate. Rear Climate Control Buttons Temperatures) SYNC : Press SYNC on the touch 1. Heated Rear Seats (If 4. REAR O (On/Off) screen to match the rear climate Equipped) control temperature to the front 2. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 5. Rear AUTO (Automatic climate control driver temperature. Operation) The SYNC button will be lit. Press 3. Temperature Control 6. Front (Front Climate Control the TEMP, MODE, or AUTO button 4. O (On/Off) Touch Screen) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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twice to unlink the set driver and Y/ [/\ (Air Delivery Mode Air Vents rear temperatures. The SYNC Control) : Press the desired mode button turns off. button on the touch screen or the Adjustable air vents are in the center and on the side of the Rear Control Lockout : Press to MODE button on the rear faceplate instrument panel. lock or unlock control of the rear to change the direction of the airflow climate control system from the rear in the rear seating area. seat passengers. When locked, the M or L (Heated Rear Seats, If rear climate control can only be Equipped) : Press M or L to heat adjusted from the front seat. the left or right outboard seat Automatic Operation cushion and seatback. See Heated Rear Seats 0 64. Rear AUTO : Press to turn on or off. The air delivery is controlled automatically. The AUTO indicator appears on the display. If the MODE setting is manually adjusted, this cancels full automatic operation. Manual Operation S T 1. Thumbwheel A (Fan Control) : Press or 2. Slider Knob press and hold the front climate control buttons or touch screen to Use the thumbwheels (1) near the increase or decrease the rear air vents to open or close off the climate airflow. airflow. +/− (Temperature Control) : Press or press and hold the rear temperature control buttons or touch screen to adjust the rear passenger temperature. Press + for warmer air and press − for cooler air. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

176 Climate Controls . Keep the path under the front Maintenance seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively. Passenger Compartment . Use of non-GM approved hood Air Filter deflectors can adversely affect The filter reduces dust, pollen, and the performance of the system. other airborne irritants from outside Check with your dealer before air that is pulled into the vehicle. adding equipment to the outside The filter should be replaced as part of the vehicle. of routine scheduled maintenance. 0 . Do not attach any devices to the See Maintenance Schedule 330. air vent slats. This restricts See your dealer regarding Move the slider knobs (2) to change airflow and may cause damage replacement of the filter. the direction of the airflow. to the air vents. Additional air vents are beneath the Service windshield and the driver and This vehicle may have the new passenger side door windows. environmentally friendly refrigerant, These are fixed and cannot be R1234yf. This refrigerant has a adjusted. significantly reduced global warming Operation Tips impact on the environment, compared to the traditional . Clear away any ice, snow, automotive refrigerant, R-134a. All or leaves from air inlets at the vehicles have a label underhood base of the windshield that could that identifies the refrigerant used in block the flow of air into the the vehicle. vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation. During service, all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also create unsafe conditions based on inhalation, combustion, frostbite, or other health-based concerns. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Engine Exhaust Assistance Systems for Driving and Engine Exhaust ...... 196 Parking or Backing ...... 217 Operating Running the Vehicle While Assistance Systems for Parked ...... 197 Driving ...... 223 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Automatic Transmission Driving Information System ...... 223 Automatic Transmission ...... 197 Front Automatic Braking (FAB) Distracted Driving ...... 179 Manual Mode ...... 199 Defensive Driving ...... 180 System ...... 225 Drunk Driving ...... 180 Drive Systems Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...... 227 Control of a Vehicle ...... 180 All-Wheel Drive ...... 200 Braking ...... 180 Lane Departure Steering ...... 181 Brakes Warning (LDW) ...... 229 Off-Road Recovery ...... 182 Antilock Brake Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 230 Loss of Control ...... 182 System (ABS) ...... 200 Fuel Electric Parking Brake ...... 201 Driving on Wet Roads ...... 183 Fuel ...... 232 Brake Assist ...... 202 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 183 California Fuel Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 203 Winter Driving ...... 184 Requirements ...... 233 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 185 Ride Control Systems Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 233 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 186 Traction Control/Electronic Fuel Additives ...... 233 Starting and Operating Stability Control ...... 203 Filling the Tank ...... 233 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 190 Magnetic Ride Control ...... 205 Filling a Portable Fuel Ignition Positions ...... 190 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 205 Container ...... 235 Starting the Engine ...... 192 Automatic Level Control ...... 205 Trailer Towing Engine Heater ...... 193 Cruise Control General Towing Retained Accessory Cruise Control ...... 206 Information ...... 236 Power (RAP) ...... 194 Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 208 Driving Characteristics and Shifting Into Park ...... 195 Towing Tips ...... 236 Shifting out of Park ...... 195 Driver Assistance Systems Trailer Towing ...... 238 Parking over Things Driver Assistance Systems . . . 216 Towing Equipment ...... 240 That Burn ...... 196 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Driving and Operating 179 Conversions and Add-Ons Driving Information . Become familiar with vehicle Add-On Electrical features before driving, such as Equipment ...... 240 programming favorite radio Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate Distraction comes in many forms control and seat settings. and can take your focus from the Program all trip information into task of driving. Exercise good any navigation device prior to judgment and do not let other driving. activities divert your attention away . Wait until the vehicle is parked from the road. Many local to retrieve items that have fallen governments have enacted laws to the floor. regarding driver distraction. Become familiar with the local laws in . Stop or park the vehicle to tend your area. to children. To avoid distracted driving, always . Keep pets in an appropriate keep your eyes on the road, hands carrier or restraint. on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Avoid stressful conversations . Do not use a phone in while driving, whether with a demanding driving situations. passenger or on a cell phone. Use a hands-free method to place or receive necessary { Warning phone calls. Taking your eyes off the road too . Watch the road. Do not read, long or too often could cause a take notes, or look up crash resulting in injury or death. information on phones or other Focus your attention on driving. electronic devices. . Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Refer to the CUE manual for more Average driver reaction time is information on using the CUE { Warning about three-quarters of a second. In system, if equipped. that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m Defensive Driving dangerous. Your reflexes, (66 ft), which could be a lot of perceptions, attentiveness, and distance in an emergency. Defensive driving means “always judgment can be affected by even expect the unexpected.” The first a small amount of alcohol. You Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include: step in driving defensively is to wear can have a serious — or even the safety belt. See Safety Belts fatal — collision if you drive after . Keep enough distance between 0 65. drinking. you and the vehicle in front of you. . Assume that other road users Do not drink and drive or ride with (pedestrians, bicyclists, and a driver who has been drinking. . Avoid needless heavy braking. other drivers) are going to be Ride home in a cab; or if you are careless and make mistakes. . Keep pace with traffic. with a group, designate a driver Anticipate what they might do If the engine ever stops while the who will not drink. and be ready. vehicle is being driven, brake . Allow enough following distance normally but do not pump the between you and the driver in Control of a Vehicle brakes. Doing so could make the front of you. pedal harder to push down. If the Braking, steering, and accelerating engine stops, there will be some . Focus on the task of driving. are important factors in helping to power brake assist but it will be control a vehicle while driving. used when the brake is applied. Drunk Driving Once the power assist is used up, it Braking Death and injury associated with can take longer to stop and the drinking and driving is a global Braking action involves perception brake pedal will be harder to push. tragedy. time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Steering Variable Effort Steering Caution Electric Power Steering Some vehicles have a steering system that varies the amount of If the steering wheel is turned If the vehicle has electric power effort required to steer the vehicle in until it reaches the end of its steering it does not have power relation to the speed of the vehicle. travel, and is held in that position steering fluid. Regular maintenance for more than 15 seconds, is not required. The amount of steering effort required is less at slower speeds to damage may occur to the power If power steering assist is lost due make the vehicle more steering system and there may be to a system malfunction, the vehicle maneuverable and easier to park. At loss of power steering assist. can be steered, but may require faster speeds, the steering effort increased effort. increases to provide a sport-like feel Curve Tips See your dealer if there is a to the steering. This provides problem. maximum control and stability. . Take curves at a reasonable speed. If the steering wheel is turned until it Hydraulic Power Steering reaches the end of its travel and is . Reduce speed before entering a If the vehicle has hydraulic power curve. held against that position for an steering, it may require extended period of time, power maintenance. See Power Steering . Maintain a reasonable, steady steering assist may be reduced. Fluid (LFX with FWD) 0 261 or speed through the curve. If the steering assist is used for an Power Steering Fluid (LF3 and LFX . Wait until the vehicle is out of extended period of time, power with AWD) 0 261. the curve before accelerating assist may be reduced. If power steering assist is lost gently into the straightaway. Normal use of the power steering because the engine stops or there is Steering in Emergencies assist should return when the a system malfunction, the vehicle system cools down. can be steered but may require . There are some situations when increased effort. See your dealer if steering around a problem may See specific vehicle steering there is a problem. be more effective than braking. messages under Vehicle Messages 0 140. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Holding both sides of the The vehicle's right wheels can drop . Acceleration Skid — too much steering wheel allows you to turn off the edge of a road onto the throttle causes the driving 180 degrees without removing shoulder while driving. Follow wheels to spin. a hand. these tips: Defensive drivers avoid most skids . Antilock Brake System (ABS) 1. Ease off the accelerator and by taking reasonable care suited to allows steering while braking. then, if there is nothing in the existing conditions, and by not way, steer the vehicle so that it overdriving those conditions. But Off-Road Recovery straddles the edge of the skids are always possible. pavement. If the vehicle starts to slide, follow 2. Turn the steering wheel about these suggestions: one-eighth of a turn, until the . Ease your foot off the right front tire contacts the accelerator pedal and steer the pavement edge. way you want the vehicle to go. 3. Turn the steering wheel to go The vehicle may straighten out. straight down the roadway. Be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Loss of Control . Slow down and adjust your Skidding driving according to weather conditions. Stopping distance There are three types of skids that can be longer and vehicle correspond to the vehicle's three control can be affected when control systems: traction is reduced by water, . Braking Skid — wheels are not snow, ice, gravel, or other rolling. material on the road. Learn to recognize warning clues — such . Steering or Cornering Skid — as enough water, ice, or packed too much speed or steering in a snow on the road to make a curve causes tires to slip and mirrored surface — and slow lose cornering force. down when you have any doubt. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Try to avoid sudden steering, There is no hard and fast rule about acceleration, or braking, Warning (Continued) hydroplaning. The best advice is to including reducing vehicle speed slow down when the road is wet. by shifting to a lower gear. Any After driving through a large sudden changes could cause puddle of water or a car/vehicle Other Rainy Weather Tips the tires to slide. wash, lightly apply the brake Besides slowing down, other wet pedal until the brakes work weather driving tips include: Remember: Antilock brakes help normally. avoid only the braking skid. . Allow extra following distance. Flowing or rushing water creates Driving on Wet Roads strong forces. Driving through . Pass with caution. flowing water could cause the . Keep windshield wiping Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle to be carried away. If this equipment in good shape. vehicle traction and affect your happens, you and other vehicle ability to stop and accelerate. . Keep the windshield washer fluid occupants could drown. Do not Always drive slower in these types reservoir filled. ignore police warnings and be of driving conditions and avoid very cautious about trying to drive . Have good tires with proper driving through large puddles and tread depth. See Tires 0 277. deep-standing or flowing water. through flowing water. . Turn off cruise control. { Warning Hydroplaning Hill and Mountain Roads Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Wet brakes can cause crashes. can build up under the vehicle's Driving on steep hills or through They might not work as well in a tires so they actually ride on the mountains is different than driving quick stop and could cause water. This can happen if the road is on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: pulling to one side. You could wet enough and you are going fast . Keep the vehicle serviced and in lose control of the vehicle. enough. When the vehicle is good shape. (Continued) hydroplaning, it has little or no . Check all fluid levels and brakes, contact with the road. tires, cooling system, and transmission. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Shift to a lower gear when going . Be alert on top of hills; . Antilock Brake System (ABS) down steep or long hills. something could be in your lane improves vehicle stability during (e.g., stalled car, accident). hard stops, but the brakes { Warning . Pay attention to special road should be applied sooner than signs (e.g., falling rocks area, when on dry pavement. See Using the brakes to slow the Antilock Brake System (ABS) winding roads, long grades, 0 vehicle on a long downhill slope passing or no-passing zones) 200. can cause brake overheating, can and take appropriate action. . Allow greater following distance reduce brake performance, and and watch for slippery spots. Icy could result in a loss of braking. Winter Driving patches can occur on otherwise Shift the transmission to a lower clear roads in shaded areas. gear to let the engine assist the Driving on Snow or Ice The surface of a curve or an brakes on a steep downhill slope. Snow or ice between the tires and overpass can remain icy when the road creates less traction or the surrounding roads are clear. grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can Avoid sudden steering maneuvers and braking while { Warning occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid on ice. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) driving on wet ice or in freezing rain . Turn off cruise control. until roads can be treated. or with the ignition off is Blizzard Conditions dangerous. This can cause For Slippery Road Driving: overheating of the brakes and Stay with the vehicle unless there is . Accelerate gently. Accelerating loss of steering. Always have the help nearby. If possible, use too quickly causes the wheels to engine running and the vehicle Roadside Assistance. See Roadside spin and makes the surface 0 in gear. Service 348. To get help and keep under the tires slick. everyone in the vehicle safe: . Turn on Traction Control. See . Turn on the hazard warning . Drive at speeds that keep the Traction Control/Electronic flashers. vehicle in its own lane. Do not Stability Control 0 203. swing wide or cross the . Tie a red cloth to an outside center line. mirror. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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If stuck too severely for the traction { Warning Warning (Continued) system to free the vehicle, turn the traction system off and use the Snow can trap engine exhaust the fan speed to the highest rocking method. See Traction under the vehicle. This may setting. See “Climate Control/Electronic Stability Control cause exhaust gases to get Control Systems.” 0 203. inside. Engine exhaust contains For more information about CO, carbon monoxide (CO), which see Engine Exhaust 0 196. { Warning cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even If the vehicle's tires spin at high death. To save fuel, run the engine for short periods to warm the vehicle speed, they can explode, and you If the vehicle is stuck in snow: and then shut the engine off and or others could be injured. The partially close the window. Moving vehicle can overheat, causing an . Clear snow from the base of engine compartment fire or other the vehicle, especially any about to keep warm also helps. damage. Spin the wheels as little blocking the exhaust pipe. If it takes time for help to arrive, as possible and avoid going . Open a window about 5 cm when running the engine, push the above 56 km/h (35 mph). (2 in) on the vehicle side accelerator pedal slightly so the that is away from the wind, engine runs faster than the idle to bring in fresh air. speed. This keeps the battery Rocking the Vehicle to Get charged to restart the vehicle and to it Out . Fully open the air outlets on signal for help with the headlamps. or under the instrument Do this as little as possible, to Turn the steering wheel left and panel. save fuel. right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction . Adjust the climate control system. Shift back and forth system to circulate the air If the Vehicle Is Stuck between R (Reverse) and a low inside the vehicle and set Slowly and cautiously spin the forward gear, spinning the wheels (Continued) wheels to free the vehicle when as little as possible. To prevent stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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gears. Release the accelerator Tire and Loading Information pedal while shifting, and press { Warning Label lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear. Do not load the vehicle any Slowly spinning the wheels in the heavier than the Gross forward and reverse directions Vehicle Weight Rating causes a rocking motion that could (GVWR), or either the free the vehicle. If that does not get maximum front or rear Gross the vehicle out after a few tries, it Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). might need to be towed out. If the This can cause systems to vehicle does need to be towed out, break and change the way the 0 see Towing the Vehicle 316. vehicle handles. This could cause loss of control and a Vehicle Load Limits crash. Overloading can also It is very important to know how reduce stopping distance, Label Example much weight the vehicle can damage the tires, and shorten A vehicle-specific Tire and carry. This weight is called the the life of the vehicle. vehicle capacity weight and Loading Information label is includes the weight of all attached to the vehicle center occupants, cargo, and all pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and nonfactory-installed options. Loading Information label shows Two labels on the vehicle may the number of occupant seating show how much weight it may positions (1), and the maximum properly carry: the Tire and vehicle capacity weight (2) in Loading Information label and kilograms and pounds. the Certification label. The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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equipment tires (3) and the recommended cold tire inflation your vehicle, the amount of recommended cold tire inflation pressures for those tires, and available cargo and luggage pressures (4). For more the vehicle's capacity weight. load capacity is 650 lbs. information on tires and inflation (1400-750 (5 x 150) = Steps for Determining Correct see Tires 0 277 and Tire “ 650 lbs.) 0 Load Limit– Pressure 285. 5. Determine the combined 1. Locate the statement "The There is also important loading weight of luggage and cargo combined weight of information on the Certification being loaded on the vehicle. occupants and cargo should label. It may show the Gross That weight may not safely never exceed XXX kg or Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) exceed the available cargo XXX lbs." on your vehicle s and the Gross Axle Weight ’ and luggage load capacity placard. Rating (GAWR) for the front and calculated in Step 4. 2. Determine the combined rear axle; see “Certification 6. If your vehicle will be towing weight of the driver and Label” later in this section. a trailer, load from your passengers that will be If this is a professional vehicle, a trailer will be transferred to riding in your vehicle. vehicle-specific Tire and your vehicle. Consult this Loading Information label will be 3. Subtract the combined manual to determine how provided and installed by the weight of the driver and this reduces the available final body manufacturer. The passengers from XXX kg or cargo and luggage load Tire and Loading Information XXX lbs. capacity of your vehicle.” label should be attached to the 4. The resulting figure equals See Trailer Towing 0 238 for B-pillar. See the final stage the available amount of important information on towing manufacturer's manual or cargo and luggage load a trailer, towing safety rules, and contact them directly. The label capacity. For example, if the trailering tips. shows the original tires installed "XXX" amount equals on the professional vehicle, the 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb passengers in Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Example 1 Example 2 Example 3

1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract Occupant 2. Subtract Occupant 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) Weight @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 3. Available Occupant and 3. Available Cargo Weight 3. Available Cargo Weight Cargo Weight = 317 kg = 113 kg (250 lbs). = 0 kg (0 lbs). (700 lbs). Refer to the vehicle's Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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weight of the driver, passengers, Gross Axle Weight Rating and cargo should never exceed (GAWR) for either the front or Warning (Continued) the vehicle's capacity weight. rear axle. far forward as possible. Certification Label If the vehicle is a professional Try to spread the weight vehicle, the vehicle-specific evenly. certification label is provided by . Never stack heavier the final stage manufacturer. things, like suitcases, The coach-builder should be inside the vehicle so that consulted if the final stage some of them are above manufacturer's label is not the tops of the seats. present. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) label . Do not leave an should be on the center pillar unsecured child restraint (B-pillar). in the vehicle. . Secure loose items in the { Warning vehicle. Label Example A vehicle-specific Certification Things inside the vehicle can . Do not leave a seat label, found on the vehicle strike and injure people in a folded down unless center pillar (B-pillar), may show sudden stop or turn, or in a needed. the gross weight capacity of the crash. vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle . Put things in the cargo Weight Rating (GVWR). The area of the vehicle. In the GVWR includes the weight of cargo area, put them as the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, (Continued) and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle, or the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

190 Driving and Operating Starting and Pressing the button cycles it through Caution (Continued) three modes: ACC/ACCESSORY, Operating ON/RUN/START, and Stopping the breaking-in guideline every Engine/OFF. time you get new brake New Vehicle Break-In linings. The transmitter must be in the vehicle for the system to operate. Caution Following break-in, engine speed If the pushbutton start is not and load can be gradually working, the vehicle may be near a The vehicle does not need an increased. strong radio antenna signal causing elaborate break-in. But it will interference to the Keyless Access perform better in the long run if Ignition Positions system. See Remote Keyless Entry you follow these guidelines: (RKE) System Operation 0 28. . Do not drive at any one To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle constant speed, fast or slow, must be in ON/RUN and the brake for the first 805 km (500 mi). pedal must be applied. Do not make full-throttle Stopping the Engine/OFF (No starts. Avoid downshifting to Indicator Lights) : When the brake or slow the vehicle. vehicle is stopped, press the . Avoid making hard stops for ENGINE START/STOP button once the first 322 km (200 mi) or to turn the engine off. so. During this time the new If the vehicle is in P (Park), the brake linings are not yet ignition will turn off, and Retained broken in. Hard stops with Accessory Power (RAP) will remain new linings can mean active. See Retained Accessory premature wear and earlier The vehicle has an electronic Power (RAP) 0 194. replacement. Follow this keyless ignition with pushbutton If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the (Continued) start. ignition will return to ACC/ ACCESSORY and display the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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message SHIFT TO PARK in the shift lever must be in P (Park) With the ignition off, pressing the Driver Information Center (DIC). to turn the ignition to the OFF button one time without the brake See Transmission Messages 0 149. position. pedal applied will place the ignition When the vehicle is shifted into 4. Set the parking brake. See system in ACC/ACCESSORY. P (Park), the ignition system will Electric Parking Brake 0 201. The ignition will switch from ACC/ switch to OFF. ACCESSORY to OFF after Do not turn the engine off when the { Warning five minutes to prevent battery vehicle is moving. This will cause a rundown. loss of power assist in the brake Turning off the vehicle while ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator and steering systems and disable moving may cause loss of power Light) : This mode is for driving and the airbags. assist in the brake and steering starting. With the ignition off, and If the vehicle must be shut off in an systems and disable the airbags. the brake pedal applied, pressing emergency: While driving, only shut the the button once will place the vehicle off in an emergency. 1. Brake using a firm and steady ignition system in ON/RUN/START. pressure. Do not pump the Once engine cranking begins, brakes repeatedly. This may If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, release the button. Engine cranking will continue until the engine starts. deplete power assist, requiring and must be shut off while driving, 0 increased brake pedal force. press and hold the ENGINE START/ See Starting the Engine 192. The ignition will then remain in ON/RUN. 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). STOP button for longer than This can be done while the two seconds, or press twice in Service Only Mode five seconds. vehicle is moving. After shifting This power mode is available for to N (Neutral), firmly apply the ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber service and diagnostics, and to brakes and steer the vehicle to Indicator Light) : This mode allows verify the proper operation of the a safe location. the use of some electrical malfunction indicator lamp as may 3. Come to a complete stop, shift accessories when the engine is off. be required for emission inspection to P (Park), and turn the purposes. With the vehicle off, and ignition off. On vehicles with an the brake pedal not applied, automatic transmission, the pressing and holding the button for more than five seconds will place Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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the vehicle in Service Only Mode. applied. When the engine The instruments and audio systems Caution begins cranking, let go of the will operate as they do in ON/RUN, button. If the steering wheel is turned but the vehicle will not be able to be The idle speed will go down as driven. The engine will not start in until it reaches the end of its travel, and is held in that position the engine gets warm. Do not Service Only Mode. Press the race the engine immediately button again to turn the vehicle off. while starting the vehicle, damage may occur to the hydraulic power after starting it. Starting the Engine steering system and there may be If the RKE transmitter is not in loss of power steering assist. the vehicle, if there is Move the shift lever to P (Park) or interference, or if the RKE N (Neutral). To restart the engine transmitter battery is low, the when the vehicle is already moving, Driver Information Center (DIC) use N (Neutral) only. Caution will display a message. See Key and Lock Messages 0 144. Caution If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change Caution Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the the way the engine operates. Any vehicle is moving. If you do, you resulting damage would not be Cranking the engine for long could damage the transmission. covered by the vehicle warranty. periods of time, by pressing the Shift to P (Park) only when the See Add-On Electrical Equipment ENGINE START/STOP button 0 vehicle is stopped. 240. immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage Starting Procedure the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds 1. With the Keyless Access system, the RKE transmitter between each try, to let the must be in the vehicle. Press cranking motor cool down. the ENGINE START/STOP button with the brake pedal Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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2. If the engine does not start Engine Heater after five to 10 seconds, especially in very cold weather The engine coolant heater, (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could if available, can help in cold weather be flooded with too much conditions at or below −18 °C (0 °F) gasoline. Try pushing the for easier starting and better fuel accelerator pedal all the way to economy during engine warm-up. the floor and holding it there as Plug in the coolant heater at least you press the ENGINE START/ four hours before starting the STOP button, for up to a vehicle. An internal thermostat in maximum of 15 seconds. Wait the plug end of the cord will prevent at least 15 seconds between engine coolant heater operation at each try, to allow the cranking temperatures above −18 °C (0 °F). motor to cool down. When the The electrical cord is on the To Use the Engine Coolant driver side of the engine engine starts, let go of the Heater button and the accelerator. compartment, between the If the vehicle starts briefly but 1. Turn off the engine. fender and the engine compartment fuse block. then stops again, do the same 2. Open the hood and unwrap the thing. This clears the extra electrical cord. Check the heater cord for gasoline from the engine. Do damage. If it is damaged, do not race the engine not use it. See your dealer for immediately after starting it. a replacement. Inspect the Operate the engine and cord for damage yearly. transmission gently until the oil 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded warms up and lubricates all 110-volt AC outlet. moving parts. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The length of time the heater should { Warning Warning (Continued) remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a dealer in the Improper use of the heater cord it overheat and cause a fire, area where you will be parking the or an extension cord can damage property damage, electric vehicle for the best advice on this. the cord and may result in shock, and injury. overheating and fire. . Do not operate the vehicle Retained Accessory . Plug the cord into a with the heater cord Power (RAP) three-prong electrical utility permanently attached to the receptacle that is protected vehicle. Possible heater These vehicle accessories can be by a ground fault detection cord and thermostat used for up to 10 minutes after the function. An ungrounded damage could occur. engine is turned off: outlet could cause an . While in use, do not let the . Infotainment System electric shock. heater cord touch vehicle . Power Windows . Use a weatherproof, parts or sharp edges. Never heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated close the hood on the . Sunroof (If Equipped) extension cord if needed. heater cord. . Accessory Power Outlets Failure to use the . Before starting the vehicle, Power to the infotainment system recommended extension unplug the cord, reattach will continue to operate for up to cord in good operating the cover to the plug, and 10 minutes or until the driver door is condition, or using a securely fasten the cord. opened. damaged heater or Keep the cord away from extension cord, could make any moving parts. Power to the power windows and (Continued) sunroof will continue to operate for up to 10 minutes or until any door is 4. Before starting the engine, be opened. sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it All of these features will work when away from moving engine the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ parts. ACCESSORY. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Shifting Into Park transmission. This happens when Warning (Continued) parking on a hill and shifting the 1. Hold the brake pedal down and transmission into P (Park) is not apply the parking brake. See could be injured. To be sure the done properly and then it is difficult 0 Electric Parking Brake 201. vehicle will not move, even when to shift out of P (Park). To prevent you are on fairly level ground, 2. Move the shift lever into torque lock, set the parking brake P (Park) by pushing the lever always set the parking brake and and then shift into P (Park). To find all the way toward the front of move the shift lever to P (Park). out how, see "Shifting Into P (Park)" 0 the vehicle. See Shifting Into Park 195. listed previously. If you are towing a trailer, see If torque lock does occur, your 3. Turn the ignition off. Driving Characteristics and 0 vehicle may need to be pushed Leaving the Vehicle with the Towing Tips 236. uphill by another vehicle to relieve Engine Running the parking pawl pressure, so you If you have to leave the vehicle with can shift out of P (Park). { Warning the engine running, be sure the If you are towing a trailer and vehicle is in P (Park) and the parking on a hill, see Driving It can be dangerous to leave the parking brake is firmly set before Characteristics and Towing Tips vehicle with the engine running. you leave it. After you have moved 0 236. It could overheat and catch fire. the shift lever into P (Park), hold down the regular brake pedal. See if It is dangerous to get out of the Shifting out of Park you can move the shift lever away vehicle if the shift lever is not fully from P (Park) without first pulling it This vehicle is equipped with an in P (Park) with the parking brake toward you. If you can, it means that automatic transmission shift lock firmly set. The vehicle can roll. the shift lever was not fully locked control system. The shift lock Do not leave the vehicle when the into P (Park). control is designed to prevent movement of the shift lever out of engine is running. If you have left Torque Lock the engine running, the vehicle P (Park), unless the ignition is in can move suddenly. You or others Torque lock is when the weight of ON/RUN and the brake pedal is the vehicle puts too much force on applied. (Continued) the parking pawl in the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

196 Driving and Operating The shift lock control is always If you still cannot move the shift Engine Exhaust functional except in the case of an lever from P (Park), consult your uncharged or low voltage (less than dealer or a professional towing 9-volt) battery. service. { Warning If the vehicle has an uncharged Parking over Things Engine exhaust contains carbon battery or a battery with low voltage, monoxide (CO) which cannot be try charging or jump starting the That Burn seen or smelled. Exposure to CO battery. See Jump Starting - North can cause unconsciousness and 0 America 313. { Warning even death. To shift out of P (Park): Things that can burn could touch Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN. hot exhaust parts under the . The vehicle idles in areas 2. Apply the brake pedal. vehicle and ignite. Do not park with poor ventilation 3. Press the shift lever button. over papers, leaves, dry grass, (parking garages, tunnels, or other things that can burn. deep snow that may block 4. Move the shift lever to the underbody airflow or tail desired position. pipes). If you still are unable to shift out of . The exhaust smells or P (Park): sounds strange or different. 1. Fully release the shift lever . The exhaust system leaks button. due to corrosion or damage. 2. Hold the brake pedal down and . The vehicle exhaust system press the shift lever button has been modified, again. damaged, or improperly 3. Move the shift lever to the repaired. desired position. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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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 0 195 and if it is suspected that exhaust is Engine Exhaust 0 196. coming into the vehicle: If parking on a hill and pulling a . Drive it only with the trailer, see Driving Characteristics windows completely down. and Towing Tips 0 236. . Have the vehicle repaired immediately. Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed P: This position locks the wheels. area such as a garage or a It is the best position to use when building that has no fresh air starting the engine because the ventilation. vehicle cannot move easily.

{ Warning

It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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press the shift lever button and Warning (Continued) move the shift lever into another { Warning gear. See Shifting out of Park 0 195. Do not leave the vehicle when the Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running. If you have left R: Use this gear to back up. engine is running at high speed is the engine running, the vehicle dangerous. Unless your foot is can move suddenly. You or others Caution firmly on the brake pedal, the could be injured. To be sure the vehicle could move very rapidly. vehicle will not move, even when Shifting to R (Reverse) while the You could lose control and hit you are on fairly level ground, vehicle is moving forward could people or objects. Do not shift always set the parking brake and damage the transmission. The into a drive gear while the engine move the shift lever to P (Park). repairs would not be covered by is running at high speed. See Shifting Into Park 0 195 and the vehicle warranty. Shift to Driving Characteristics and R (Reverse) only after the vehicle Towing Tips 0 236. is stopped. Caution

Make sure the shift lever is fully in To rock the vehicle back and forth to Shifting out of P (Park) or P (Park) before starting the engine. get out of snow, ice, or sand without N (Neutral) with the engine The vehicle has an automatic damaging the transmission, see If 0 running at high speed may transmission shift lock control the Vehicle Is Stuck 185. damage the transmission. The system. The regular brake must be N: In this position, the engine does repairs would not be covered by fully applied first and then the shift not connect with the wheels. To the vehicle warranty. Be sure the lever button pressed before shifting restart the engine when the vehicle engine is not running at high from P (Park) when the ignition is in is already moving, use N (Neutral) speed when shifting the vehicle. ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out of only. Also, use N (Neutral) when the P (Park), ease pressure on the shift vehicle is being towed. lever, then push the shift lever all the way into P (Park) as you maintain brake application. Then Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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D: This position is for normal See Manual Mode 0 199. When accelerating the vehicle from driving. It provides the best fuel a stop in snowy and icy conditions, economy. If more power is needed Manual Mode you may want to shift into for passing, and the vehicle is: 2 (Second) gear. A higher gear ratio Tap Shift . Going less than 56 km/h allows you to gain more traction on (35 mph), push the accelerator slippery surfaces. pedal about halfway down. . Going about 56 km/h (35 mph) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.

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If the vehicle accelerates slowly, or does not shift gears, the transmission could be damaged. Have the vehicle serviced right away. Tap Shift allows the driver to manually control the automatic M: This position allows the driver to transmission. To use Tap Shift, the select the range of gears shift lever must be in M (Manual appropriate for current driving Mode). Vehicles with this feature conditions. have indicators on the steering wheel. The controls are on the back In M (Manual Mode) the of the steering wheel. Tap the left transmission will shift as an control to downshift, and the right automatic until the Tap Shift controls control to upshift. A Driver are used. Tap Shift activates driver Information Center (DIC) message manual gear selection. indicates the gear the vehicle is in. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

200 Driving and Operating Drive Systems Brakes avoid a sudden obstacle, a computer senses the wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake is about to stop rolling, the computer If equipped, this feature transfers System (ABS) will separately work the brakes at each wheel. torque to the rear wheels as This vehicle has ABS, an advanced required. It is fully automatic, and electronic braking system that helps ABS can change the brake pressure adjusts itself as needed for road prevent a braking skid. to each wheel, as required, faster conditions. than any driver could. This can help When the vehicle begins to drive you steer around the obstacle while All-Wheel Drive (AWD) performance away, ABS checks itself. braking hard. is automatically reduced when you A momentary motor or clicking noise use the compact spare. To restore might be heard while this test is As the brakes are applied, the full AWD performance, and prevent going on, and it might even be computer keeps receiving updates excessive wear to the clutch in the noticed that the brake pedal moves on wheel speed and controls AWD system, replace the compact a little. This is normal. braking pressure accordingly. spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as possible. See Compact Remember: ABS does not change Spare Tire 0 311. 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 If there is a problem with ABS, this suddenly slows or stops. Always warning light stays on. See Antilock leave enough room up ahead to Brake System (ABS) Warning Light stop, even with ABS. 0 128. If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Using ABS The EPB switch is on the left side of The red parking brake status light the instrument panel. The EPB can will flash and then stay on once the Do not pump the brakes. Just hold always be activated, even if the EPB is fully applied. If the red the brake pedal down firmly and let ignition is off. To prevent draining parking brake status light flashes ABS work. You may hear the ABS the battery, avoid repeated cycles of continuously, then the EPB is only pump or motor operating and feel the EPB when the engine is not partially applied or there is a the brake pedal pulsate. This is running. problem with the EPB. A DIC normal. The system has a red parking brake message will display. Release the Braking in Emergencies status light and an amber parking EPB and try to apply it again. If the light does not come on, or keeps ABS allows you to steer and brake brake warning light. See Electric Parking Brake Light 0 127 and flashing, have the vehicle serviced. at the same time. In many Do not drive the vehicle if the red emergencies, steering can help Service Electric Parking Brake Light 0 127. There are also parking parking brake status light is flashing. more than even the very best See your dealer. See Electric braking. brake-related Driver Information 0 Center (DIC) messages. See Brake Parking Brake Light 127. Electric Parking Brake System Messages 0 141. In case of If the amber parking brake warning insufficient electrical power, the EPB light is on, lift up on the EPB switch cannot be applied or released. and hold it up. Continue to hold the Before leaving the vehicle, check switch until the red parking brake the red parking brake status light to status light remains on. If the amber ensure that the parking brake is parking brake warning light remains applied. on, see your dealer. If the EPB is applied while the EPB Apply vehicle is moving, the vehicle will To apply the EPB: decelerate as long as the switch is held up. If the switch is held up until 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a the vehicle comes to a stop, the complete stop. EPB will remain applied. 2. Lift up the EPB switch momentarily. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The vehicle may automatically apply brake status light is off. If either light Brake Assist the EPB in some situations when stays on after release is attempted, the vehicle is not moving. This is see your dealer. This vehicle has a brake assist normal, and is done to periodically feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle check the correct operation of the Caution EPB system. speed in emergency driving conditions. This feature uses the If the EPB fails to apply, the rear Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system stability system hydraulic brake wheels should be blocked to control module to supplement the and cause premature wear or prevent vehicle movement. power brake system under damage to brake system parts. EPB Release conditions where the driver has Make sure that the parking brake quickly and forcefully applied the To release the EPB: is fully released and the brake brake pedal in an attempt to quickly warning light is off before driving. 1. Place the ignition in the ACC/ stop or slow down the vehicle. The ACCESSORY or ON/RUN stability system hydraulic brake position. Automatic EPB Release control module increases brake pressure at each corner of the 2. Apply and hold the brake The EPB will automatically release if vehicle until the ABS activates. pedal. the vehicle is running, placed into Minor brake pedal pulsation or 3. Push down momentarily on the gear, and an attempt is made to pedal movement during this time is EPB switch. drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration normal and the driver should when the EPB is applied, to continue to apply the brake pedal as The EPB is released when the red preserve parking brake lining life. the driving situation dictates. The parking brake status light is off. If parking on a hill, or if the vehicle brake assist feature will If the amber parking brake warning is pulling a trailer, see Driving automatically disengage when the light is on, release the EPB by Characteristics and Towing Tips brake pedal is released or brake pushing down on the EPB switch 0 236. pedal pressure is quickly and holding it down. Continue to decreased. hold the switch until the red parking Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Driving and Operating 203 Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ride Control Systems traveling. StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure at any one This vehicle has an HSA feature, of the vehicle's brakes to help steer which may be useful when the Traction Control/ the vehicle in the direction which vehicle is stopped on a grade Electronic Stability you are steering. sufficient enough to activate HSA. This feature is designed to prevent Control If cruise control is being used and traction control or StabiliTrak begins the vehicle from rolling, either System Operation forward or rearward, during vehicle to limit wheel spin, cruise control will The vehicle has a Traction Control disengage. Cruise control may be drive off. After the driver completely ® stops and holds the vehicle in a System (TCS) and StabiliTrak , an turned back on when road complete standstill on a grade, HSA electronic stability control system. conditions allow. will be automatically activated. These systems help limit wheel slip Both systems come on During the transition period between and assist the driver in maintaining automatically when the vehicle is when the driver releases the brake control, especially on slippery road started and begins to move. The pedal and starts to accelerate to conditions. systems may be heard or felt while drive off on a grade, HSA holds the TCS activates if it senses that any they are operating or while braking pressure for a maximum of of the drive wheels are spinning or performing diagnostic checks. This two seconds to ensure that there is beginning to lose traction. On an is normal and does not mean there no rolling. The brakes will All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) vehicle, the is a problem with the vehicle. automatically release when the system will operate if it senses that It is recommended to leave both accelerator pedal is applied within any of the wheels are spinning or systems on for normal driving the two-second window. It will not beginning to lose traction. When this conditions, but it may be necessary activate if the vehicle is in a drive happens, TCS applies the brakes to gear and facing downhill, or if the to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets the spinning wheels and reduces stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. vehicle is facing uphill and in engine power to limit wheel spin. 0 R (Reverse). See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 185 StabiliTrak activates when the and “Turning the Systems Off and system senses a discrepancy On” later in this section. between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. Caution 3. Start the engine. Do not repeatedly brake or Drive the vehicle. If d comes on accelerate heavily when TCS is and stays on, the vehicle may need off. The vehicle driveline could be damaged. The indicator light for both systems more time to diagnose the problem. is in the instrument cluster. This If the condition persists, see your light will: dealer. To turn off only TCS, press and . Flash when TCS is limiting Turning the Systems Off release the g button. The Traction wheel spin. and On Off Light i displays in the . Flash when StabiliTrak is instrument cluster and the activated. appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System . Turn on and stay on when either Messages 0 147. To turn TCS on system is not working. again, press and release the g If either system fails to turn on or to button. The Traction Off Light i activate, a message displays in the displayed in the instrument cluster Driver Information Center (DIC), will turn off and the appropriate DIC and d comes on and stays on to message is displayed. indicate that the system is inactive If TCS is limiting wheel spin when and is not assisting the driver in maintaining control. The vehicle is the g button is pressed, the system safe to drive, but driving should be will not turn off until the wheels stop adjusted accordingly. The button for TCS and StabiliTrak spinning. If d comes on and stays on: is on the center stack. To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, press and hold the g button until 1. Stop the vehicle. the Traction Off Light i and Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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StabiliTrak Off Light g come on and Tour : Use for normal city and driver enhanced control when stay on in the instrument cluster. highway driving. This setting cornering hard or completing a The appropriate DIC message is provides a smooth, soft ride. maneuver, such as a lane change. displayed. See Ride Control System Sport : Use where road conditions Messages 0 147. To turn TCS and or personal preference demand Automatic Level Control StabiliTrak on again, press and more control. This setting provides The automatic level control rear release the g button. The Traction more “feel,” or response to road suspension is available on some Off Light i and StabiliTrak Off conditions. vehicles. Light g in the instrument cluster The vehicle is normally in Tour This type of level control is fully turn off and the appropriate DIC Mode. Sport Mode is engaged when automatic and will provide a better message is displayed. the shift lever is placed in M leveled riding position as well as (Manual Mode). When the shift lever better handling under a variety of Adding accessories can affect the is placed in D (Drive) the system will passenger and loading conditions. vehicle performance. See revert back to Tour Mode. An air compressor connected to the Accessories and Modifications rear air springs will raise or lower 0 243. The Driver Information Center (DIC) briefly displays the appropriate the rear of the vehicle to maintain proper vehicle height. The system is Magnetic Ride Control message on vehicle startup or when a new mode is selected. See Ride activated when the engine is The Magnetic Ride Control monitors Control System Messages 0 147. running and will automatically adjust the suspension system. vehicle height thereafter. The Limited-Slip Rear Axle system may exhaust (lower vehicle Based on road conditions, steering height) for up to 10 minutes after the wheel angle, and vehicle speed, the Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle engine has been turned off. You system automatically adjusts to can give more traction on snow, may hear the air compressor provide the best handling while mud, ice, sand or gravel. When operating when the height is being providing a smooth ride. The Tour traction is low, this feature allows adjusted; this is normal. and Sport Modes will feel similar on the drive wheel with the most a smooth road. traction to move the vehicle. The limited-slip rear axle also gives the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

206 Driving and Operating If the compressor runs often for Cruise Control automatically disengages. See longer than one minute within the Traction Control/Electronic Stability same trip and the vehicle remains Control 0 203. If a collision alert low in the rear, see your dealer for { Warning occurs when cruise control is service. activated, cruise control is Cruise control can be dangerous If the vehicle is not used for several disengaged. See Forward Collision where you cannot drive safely at Alert (FCA) System 0 223. When weeks, the rear of the vehicle may a steady speed. Do not use look low. When the engine is road conditions allow the cruise cruise control on winding roads or control to be safely used, cruise started, the vehicle will return to the in heavy traffic. proper height. control can be turned back on. Cruise control can be dangerous If a weight-distributing hitch is being If the brakes are applied, cruise on slippery roads. On such roads, used, it is recommended to allow control disengages. fast changes in tire traction can the air springs to inflate, thereby leveling the vehicle prior to adjusting cause excessive wheel slip, and the hitch. you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.

With cruise control, a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km/h (25 mph). If the Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control system begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise J (On/Off) : Press to turn the control, the cruise control system on and off. A white indicator appears in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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+RES (Resume/Accelerate) : If Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed there is a set speed in memory, If the cruise control is set at a press the control up briefly to If the J button is on when not in use, SET− or +RES could get desired speed and then the brakes resume to that speed or press and * hold to accelerate. If the cruise pressed and go into cruise when not are applied or is pressed, the control is already active, use to desired. Keep the J button off cruise control is disengaged without increase vehicle speed. To increase when cruise is not being used. erasing the set speed from memory. speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), press Once the vehicle speed reaches 1. Press . +RES up to the first detent. To J about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, increase speed to the next 5 km/h 2. Get up to the desired speed. press +RES up to the first detent (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, briefly. The vehicle returns to the 3. Press and release SET− . The press +RES up to the second previous set speed. detent. desired set speed briefly appears in the instrument Increasing Speed While Using SET− (Set/Coast) : Press the cluster. Cruise Control control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If the 4. Remove foot from the If the cruise control system is cruise control is already active, use accelerator. already activated: to decrease vehicle speed. To When the cruise control has been . Press and hold +RES up until decrease speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), set to the desired speed, a green the desired speed is reached, press SET− down to the first detent. cruise control indicator appears on then release it. To decrease speed to the next the instrument cluster and a cruise . To increase vehicle speed in 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the set speed message appears on the small increments, briefly press speedometer, press SET− down to Head-Up Display (HUD), +RES up to the first detent. For the second detent. if equipped. each press, the vehicle goes *(Cancel) : Press to disengage about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. . To increase vehicle speed in larger increments, briefly press +RES up to the second detent. For each press, the vehicle Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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speed increases to the next The cruise control system may cruise control system may 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the automatically brake to slow the automatically brake to slow the speedometer. vehicle down. vehicle down. Also, you may have The speedometer reading can be The speedometer reading can be to brake or shift to a lower gear to displayed in either English or metric displayed in either English or metric keep your speed down. If the brake units. See Instrument Cluster 0 115. units. See Instrument Cluster 0 115. pedal is applied, cruise control The increment value used depends The increment value used depends disengages. on the units displayed. on the units displayed. Ending Cruise Control Reducing Speed While Using Passing Another Vehicle While There are four ways to end cruise Cruise Control Using Cruise Control control: If the cruise control system is Use the accelerator pedal to . Step lightly on the brake pedal. already activated: increase the vehicle speed. When . Press *. . Press and hold SET− down until you take your foot off the pedal, the the desired lower speed is vehicle will slow down to the . Shift the transmission to reached, then release it. previous set cruise speed. N (Neutral). . To decrease the vehicle speed in While pressing the accelerator pedal . Press J. small increments, briefly press or shortly following the release to SET− down to the first detent. override cruise, briefly applying the Erasing Speed Memory SET− switch will result in cruise set For each press, the vehicle goes The cruise control set speed is to the current vehicle speed. about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. erased from memory if J is . To decrease the vehicle speed in Using Cruise Control on Hills pressed or if the ignition is larger increments, briefly press How well the cruise control will work turned off. SET− down to the second on hills depends upon the vehicle detent. For each press, the speed, load, and the steepness of Adaptive Cruise Control vehicle speed decreases to the the hills. When going up steep hills, If equipped with Adaptive Cruise next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the you might have to step on the Control (ACC), it allows the driver to speedometer. accelerator pedal to maintain your select the cruise control set speed speed. When going downhill, the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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and following gap. Read this entire section before using this system. { Warning Warning (Continued) The following gap is the following time between your vehicle and a ACC has limited braking ability The system may not detect vehicle detected directly ahead in and may not have time to slow a vehicle ahead. Keep the your path, moving in the same the vehicle down enough to avoid entire front of the vehicle direction. If no vehicle is detected in a collision with another vehicle clean. your path, ACC works like regular you are following. This can occur . Visibility is low, such as in cruise control. ACC uses camera when vehicles suddenly slow or fog, rain, or snow and radar sensors. See Radio stop ahead, or enter your lane. conditions. ACC Frequency Statement 0 355. Also see “Alerting the Driver” in performance is limited under If a vehicle is detected in your path, this section. Complete attention is these conditions. ACC can apply acceleration or always required while driving and . On slippery roads where limited, moderate braking to you should be ready to take fast changes in tire traction maintain the selected following gap. action and apply the brakes. See can cause excessive To disengage ACC, apply the brake. Defensive Driving 0 180. wheel slip. If ACC is controlling your vehicle speed when the traction control system (TCS) or electronic stability control system activates, the ACC { Warning may automatically disengage. See ACC will not detect or brake for Traction Control/Electronic Stability children, pedestrians, animals, Control 0 203. When road or other objects. conditions allow ACC to be safely used, the ACC can be turned Do not use ACC when: back on. . On winding and hilly roads ACC will not engage if the TCS or or when the sensors are StabiliTrak electronic stability control blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. system is disabled. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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SET– (Set/Coast) : Press the ACC will not set at a speed less control down briefly to set the speed than 25 km/h (16 mph), although it and activate ACC or to decrease can be resumed when driving at vehicle speed if ACC is already lower speeds. activated. To decrease speed by To set ACC: 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET− down to the first detent. To decrease speed 1. Press J. to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, press SET− down 2. Get up to the desired speed. to the second detent. 3. Press and release SET–. * (Cancel) : Press to disengage 4. Remove foot from the ACC without erasing the selected accelerator. set speed. (On/Off) : Press to turn the After ACC is set, it may immediately J (Follow Distance Gap) : Press apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead system on or off. The indicator turns [ white on the instrument cluster to select a following gap time (or is detected closer than the selected when ACC is turned on. distance) setting for ACC of Far, following gap. Medium, or Near. +RES (Resume/Accelerate) : Press the control up briefly to Setting Adaptive Cruise Control resume the previous set speed or to If the cruise button is on when not in increase vehicle speed if ACC is use, it could get pressed and go into already activated. To increase cruise when not desired. Keep the speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), press cruise control button off when cruise +RES up to the first detent. To is not being used. The ACC indicator displays on the increase speed to the next 5 km/h Select the set speed desired for instrument cluster and Head-Up (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, cruise. This is the vehicle speed Display (HUD). When ACC is active, press +RES up to the second when no vehicle is detected in the indicator will be lit green. detent. its path. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Be mindful of speed limits, (DIC) and Head-Up Display Reducing Speed While ACC is at a surrounding traffic speeds, and (HUD). See Cruise Control Set Speed 0 weather conditions when selecting Messages 141. If ACC is already activated, do one the set speed. . Press and hold +RES up until of the following: Resuming a Set Speed the desired set speed appears . Use the brake to get to the on the display, then release it. If the ACC is set at a desired speed desired lower speed. Press and then the brakes are applied, . To increase vehicle speed in SET– down and release the ACC is disengaged without erasing small increments, press +RES accelerator pedal. The vehicle the set speed from memory. up to the first detent. For each will now cruise at the lower press, the vehicle goes 1 km/h speed. To begin using ACC again, press (1 mph) faster. +RES up briefly. The vehicle returns . Press and hold SET– down until to the previous set speed. . To increase vehicle speed in the desired lower speed is larger increments, press +RES reached, then release it. Increasing Speed While ACC is at up to the second detent. For a Set Speed . To decrease the vehicle speed in each press, the vehicle speed smaller increments, press SET− If ACC is already activated, do one increases to the next 5 km/h down to the first detent. For of the following: (5 mph) mark on the each press, the vehicle goes speedometer. . Use the accelerator to get to the about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. higher speed. Press SET– down. When it is determined that there is . To decrease the vehicle speed in Release the control and the no vehicle ahead or the vehicle larger increments, press SET− accelerator pedal. The vehicle ahead is beyond the selected down to the second detent. For will now cruise at the higher following gap, then the vehicle each press, the vehicle speed speed. speed will increase to the set speed. decreases to the next 5 km/h When the accelerator pedal is The speedometer reading can be (5 mph) mark on the pressed, ACC will not brake displayed in either English or metric speedometer. because it is overridden. units. See Instrument Cluster 0 115. A warning message will appear The increment value used depends on the Driver Information Center on the units displayed. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The speedometer reading can be traffic and weather conditions when Alert Seat will pulse five times. See displayed in either English or metric selecting the following gap. The “Collision/Detection Systems” under units. See Instrument Cluster 0 115. range of selectable gaps may not be Vehicle Personalization 0 150. The increment value used depends appropriate for all drivers and See Defensive Driving 0 180. on the units displayed. driving conditions. Changing the gap setting Approaching and Following a Selecting the Follow Distance Gap Vehicle automatically changes the alert When a slower moving vehicle is timing sensitivity (Far, Medium, detected ahead within the selected or Near) for the Forward Collision following gap, ACC will adjust the Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward vehicle's speed and attempt to Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 223. maintain the follow distance gap selected. Alerting the Driver Press [ on the steering wheel to adjust the following gap. Each press The vehicle ahead symbol is in the cycles the gap button through three instrument cluster and HUD display. settings: Far, Medium, or Near. The vehicle ahead symbol only When pressed, the current gap displays when a vehicle is detected setting displays briefly on the in your vehicle’s path moving in the instrument cluster and HUD. The same direction. If ACC is engaged, driver action gap setting will be maintained until it may be required when ACC cannot If this symbol is not displaying, ACC is changed. apply sufficient braking because of will not respond to or brake to Since each gap setting corresponds approaching a vehicle too rapidly. vehicles ahead. to a following time (Far, Medium, When this condition occurs, the ACC automatically slows the vehicle or Near), the following distance will collision alert symbol on the HUD down and adjusts vehicle speed to vary based on vehicle speed. The will flash on the windshield. Either follow the vehicle in front at the faster the vehicle speed, the further eight beeps will sound from the selected follow gap. The vehicle back your vehicle will follow a front, or both sides of the Safety speed increases or decreases to vehicle detected ahead. Consider follow the vehicle in front of you, but Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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will not exceed the set speed. It may ACC Automatically Disengages the Safety Alert Seat will pulse three apply limited braking, if necessary. ACC may automatically disengage times, or three beeps will sound. When braking is active, the brake and the driver will need to manually See ”Alert Type” and “Go Notifier” in lights will come on. The automatic “Collision/Detection Systems” under apply the brakes to slow the 0 braking may feel or sound different vehicle when: Vehicle Personalization 150. than if the brakes were applied . The sensors are blocked. When the vehicle ahead drives manually. This is normal. away, press +RES or the Stationary or Very Slow-Moving . The Traction Control System accelerator pedal to resume cruise Objects (TCS) or electronic stability control. If stopped for more than control system has activated or two minutes or if the driver door is been disabled. { Warning opened and the driver safety belt is . No traffic or other objects are unbuckled, the ACC automatically Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) being detected. applies the Electric Parking Brake to hold the vehicle. The Electric may not detect and react to . There is a fault in the system. stopped or slow-moving vehicles Parking Brake status light will turn The ACC active symbol will not be on. See Electric Parking Brake ahead of you. For example, the 0 system may not brake for a displayed when ACC is no longer 201. To resume ACC and release the Electric Parking Brake, press vehicle it has never detected active. the accelerator pedal. moving. This can occur in Notification to Resume ACC stop-and-go traffic or when a A DIC warning message may ACC will maintain a follow gap vehicle suddenly appears due to display indicating to shift to P (Park) behind a detected vehicle and slow a vehicle ahead changing lanes. before exiting the vehicle. See your vehicle to a stop behind that Vehicle Messages 0 140. Your vehicle may not stop and vehicle. could cause a crash. Use caution when using ACC. Your complete If the stopped vehicle ahead has attention is always required while driven away and ACC has not driving and you should be ready resumed, the vehicle ahead symbol to take action and apply the will flash as a reminder to check traffic ahead before proceeding. In brakes. addition, the left and right sides of Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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braking will not occur. See Vehicle { Warning Messages 0 140. ACC will resume { Warning operation when the accelerator If ACC has stopped the vehicle, pedal is not being pressed. On curves, ACC may respond to and if ACC is disengaged, turned a vehicle in another lane, or may off, or canceled, the vehicle will not have time to react to a vehicle { Warning no longer be held at a stop. The in your lane. You could crash into vehicle can move. When ACC is The ACC will not automatically a vehicle ahead of you, or lose holding the vehicle at a stop, apply the brakes if your foot is control of your vehicle. Give extra always be prepared to manually resting on the accelerator pedal. attention in curves and be ready apply the brakes. You could crash into a vehicle to use the brakes if necessary. ahead of you. Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves. { Warning Curves in the Road ACC may operate differently in a Leaving the vehicle without { Warning sharp curve. It may reduce the placing it in P (Park) can be vehicle speed if the curve is too dangerous. Do not leave the On curves, ACC may not detect a sharp. vehicle while it is being held at a vehicle ahead in your lane. You stop by ACC. Always place the could be startled if the vehicle vehicle in P (Park) and turn off accelerates up to the set speed, the ignition before leaving the especially when following a vehicle. vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps. You could lose control of ACC Override the vehicle or crash. Do not use ACC while driving on an entrance If using the accelerator pedal while or exit ramp. Always be ready to ACC is active, a DIC warning message will indicate that automatic use the brakes if necessary. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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When following a vehicle and Other Vehicle Lane Changes lane while driving on steep hills. The entering a curve, ACC may not driver will often need to take over detect the vehicle ahead and acceleration and braking on steep accelerate to the set speed. When hills, especially when towing a this happens, the vehicle ahead trailer. If the brakes are applied, the symbol will not appear. ACC disengages. Disengaging ACC There are three ways to disengage ACC: . Step lightly on the brake pedal. ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in the lane. The . Press *. brakes may need to be manually applied. . Press J. Erasing Speed Memory ACC may detect a vehicle that is Do Not Use ACC on Hills and not in your lane and apply the When Towing a Trailer The cruise control set speed is brakes. erased from memory if J is pressed or if the ignition is ACC may occasionally provide an turned off. alert and/or braking that is considered unnecessary. It could Cleaning the Sensing System respond to vehicles in different The camera sensor on the back of lanes, signs, guardrails, and other the rearview mirror and the radar stationary objects when entering or sensors on the front of the vehicle exiting a curve. This is normal can become blocked by snow, ice, operation. The vehicle does not dirt, or mud. These areas need to need service. Do not use ACC when driving on be cleaned for ACC to operate steep hills or when towing a trailer. properly. ACC will not detect a vehicle in the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

216 Driving and Operating For cleaning instructions, see Driver Assistance “Washing the Vehicle” under Warning (Continued) Exterior Care 0 319. Systems Under many conditions, these System operation may also be This vehicle may have features that systems will not: limited under snow, heavy rain, work together to help avoid crashes or road spray conditions. or reduce crash damage while . Detect children, driving, backing, and parking. Read pedestrians, bicyclists, this entire section before using or animals. these systems. . Detect vehicles or objects outside the area monitored { Warning by the system. . Work at all driving speeds. Do not rely on the Driver Assistance Systems. These . Warn you or provide you systems do not replace the need with enough time to avoid a for paying attention and driving crash. safely. You may not hear or feel . Work under poor visibility or alerts or warnings provided by bad weather conditions. these systems. Failure to use . Work if the detection sensor proper care when driving may is not cleaned or is covered result in injury, death, or vehicle by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. damage. See Defensive Driving 0 180. Complete attention is always required while driving, and you (Continued) should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and/or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Audible or Safety Alert Seat Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Some driver assistance features When the vehicle is shifted into alert the driver of obstacles by R (Reverse), the RVC displays an beeping. To change the volume of image of the area behind the vehicle the warning chime, see “Comfort in the center stack display. The and Convenience” under Vehicle previous screen displays when the Personalization 0 150. vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) If equipped with the Safety Alert after a short delay. To return to the Seat, the driver seat cushion may previous screen sooner, press a 1. View Displayed by the provide a vibrating pulse alert button on the infotainment system, Camera instead of beeping. To change this, shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed of 8 km/h (5 mph). 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper see “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization Displayed images may be farther or 0 150. closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects that Assistance Systems for are close to either corner of the Parking or Backing bumper or under the bumper do not display. If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera A warning triangle may display on (RVC), Rear Parking Assist (RPA), the RVC screen to show that RPA Front Parking Assist (FPA), has detected an object. This triangle Surround Vision, Front Vision changes from amber to red and Camera, Rear Automatic Braking increases in size the closer the (RAB) and Backing Warning object. System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), and Automatic Parking 1. View Displayed by the Surround Vision Assist (APA) may help the driver Camera If equipped, Surround Vision park or avoid objects. Always check displays an image of the area around the vehicle when parking or surrounding the vehicle, along with backing. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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the front or rear camera views in the 1. Views Displayed by the shifting from R (Reverse) to a center stack. The front camera is in Surround Vision Cameras forward gear, or by pressing the grille or near the front emblem, 2. Area Not Shown CAMERA in the center stack, and the side cameras are on the bottom when the vehicle is moving forward of the outside rearview mirrors, and slower than 8 km/h (5 mph). the rear camera is above the license If equipped, the front view camera plate. also displays when the Parking Assist system detects an object { Warning within 30 cm (12 in).

The Surround Vision Cameras { Warning have blind spots and will not display all objects near the The camera(s) do not display corners of the vehicle. Folding 1. Views Displayed by the children, pedestrians, bicyclists, side mirrors that are out of Surround Vision Cameras crossing traffic, animals, or any position will not display surround 2. Area Not Shown other object outside of the view correctly. Always check cameras’ field of view, below the around the vehicle when parking Front Vision Camera bumper, or under the vehicle. or backing. Shown distances may be different from actual distances. Do not drive or park the vehicle using only these camera(s). Always check behind and around the vehicle before driving. Failure to use proper care may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage.

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Parking Assist Safety Alert Seat will pulse two Warning (Continued) With RPA, and if equipped with FPA, times. When an object is very close (<0.6 m (2 ft) in the vehicle rear, as the vehicle moves at speeds of or vehicle damage, even with less than 8 km/h (5 mph) the or <0.3 m (1 ft) in the vehicle front), parking assist, always check the five beeps will sound from the front sensors on the bumpers may detect area around the vehicle and objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) behind and or rear depending on object check all mirrors before moving location, or both sides of the Safety 1.2 m (4 ft) in front of the vehicle forward or backing. within a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off Alert Seat will pulse five times. the ground and below bumper level. Beeps for FPA are higher pitched These detection distances may be than for RPA. shorter during warmer or humid Backing Warning and Rear weather. Blocked sensors will not Automatic Braking detect objects and can also cause Vehicles with Adaptive Cruise false detections. Keep the sensors clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and Control (ACC) have the Backing Warning System and Rear slush; and clean sensors after a car Automatic Braking (RAB) system. wash in freezing temperatures. The Backing Warning part of this system can warn of rear objects { Warning The instrument cluster may have a when backing up at speeds greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). The parking assist system does parking assist display with bars that show distance to object and object not detect children, pedestrians, “ ” The Backing Warning System will location information for the Parking bicyclists, animals, or objects beep once from the rear when an Assist system. As the object gets object is first detected, or pulse located below the bumper or that closer, more bars light up and the are too close or too far from the twice on both sides of the Safety bars change color from yellow to Alert Seat. When the system vehicle. It is not available at amber to red. speeds greater than 8 km/h detects a potential crash, beeps will be heard from the rear, or five (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, When an object is first detected in the rear, one beep will be heard pulses will be felt on both sides of (Continued) from the rear, or both sides of the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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the Safety Alert Seat. There may automatically brake hard to a stop to Pressing the brake pedal after the also be a brief, sharp application of help avoid or reduce the harm vehicle comes to a stop will release the brakes. caused by a backing crash. RAB. If the brake pedal is not pressed soon after the stop, the { Warning { Warning Electric Parking Brake (EPB) may be set. When it is safe, press the The Backing Warning System Rear Automatic Braking may not accelerator pedal firmly at any time only operates at speeds greater avoid many types of backing to override RAB. than 8 km/h (5 mph). It does not crashes. Do not wait for the detect children, pedestrians, automatic braking to apply. This { Warning bicyclists, animals, or objects system is not designed to replace below the bumper or that are too driver braking and only works in There may be instances where close or too far from the vehicle. R (Reverse) when an object is unexpected or undesired In some situations, such as at detected directly behind the automatic braking occurs. If this higher backing speeds, there may vehicle. It may not brake or stop happens, either press the brake not be enough time for the short, in time to avoid a crash. It will not pedal or firmly press the sharp application of the vehicle brake for objects when the accelerator pedal to release the brake system to occur. To prevent vehicle is moving at very low brakes from the Rear Automatic injury, death, or vehicle damage, speeds. It does not detect Braking system. Before releasing even with the Backing Warning children, pedestrians, bicyclists, the brakes, check the RVC System, always check the area animals, or objects below the screen and check the area around the vehicle and check all bumper or that are too close or around the vehicle to make sure it mirrors before backing. too far from the vehicle. To is safe to proceed. prevent injury, death, or vehicle When the vehicle is in R (Reverse), damage, even with Rear Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Automatic Braking, always check if the system detects the vehicle is If equipped, RCTA displays a red the area around the vehicle backing too fast to avoid a crash warning triangle with a left or right with a detected object behind your before and while backing. pointing arrow on the RVC screen to vehicle in your path, it may warn of traffic coming from the left Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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or right. This system detects objects same time. The indicator light next coming from up to 20 m (65 ft) from to the button comes on when the { Warning the left or right side of the vehicle. features are on and turns off when When an object is detected, either the features have been disabled. APA does not apply the brakes. three beeps sound from the left or APA may not detect objects in the Turn off parking assist and RAB parking space, objects that are right or three Safety Alert Seat when towing a trailer. pulses occur on the left or right side, soft or narrow, objects high off the depending on the direction of the To turn the RPA symbols or ground such as flatbed trucks, detected vehicle. guidance lines (on some models) on or objects below ground level or off, see “Rear Camera” under such as large potholes. Always Use caution while backing up when Vehicle Personalization 0 150. verify that the parking space is towing a trailer, as the RCTA detection zones that extend out RCTA can be turned on or off appropriate for parking a vehicle. from the back of the vehicle do not through vehicle personalization. See APA does not respond to changes move further back when a trailer is “Collision/Detection Systems” under in the parking space, such as towed. Vehicle Personalization 0 150. movement of an adjacent vehicle, or a person or object entering the Turning the Features On or Off Automatic Parking parking space. APA does not Assist (APA) detect or avoid traffic that is If equipped, APA searches for and behind or alongside of the steers the vehicle into parallel and vehicle. Always be prepared to perpendicular parking spots. When stop the vehicle during the using APA, you must still shift gears, parking maneuver. and control the brakes and accelerator. The Driver information The system is available when the Center (DIC) and audible beeps The X button on the center stack vehicle speed is below is used to turn on or off the Front help to guide parking maneuvers. 30 km/h (18 mph). Press O on the and Rear Parking Assist, Rear Automatic Braking (RAB), Rear center stack to enable the system to Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), and the begin searching for a space that is Backing Warning System at the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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large enough to park. The system If the vehicle is in R (Reverse), but 10 km/h (6 mph), APA is cannot detect whether it is a legal does not steer into the expected automatically disengaged. A DIC parking space. space, this may be because the progress arrow displays the status If the vehicle is equipped with system is maneuvering the vehicle of the parking maneuver. Depending perpendicular parking mode, press into a previously detected space. on the space size, additional The APA system does not need maneuvers may be required, and and hold O during the search service. there will be additional instructions. process to switch the APA parking When changing gears, allow the mode between perpendicular and automatic steering to complete parallel parking. before continuing the parking APA searches for parking spaces to maneuver. APA will beep and the right of the vehicle. To search for display a PARKING COMPLETE a parking space to the left, turn on message. Place the vehicle in the left turn signal. P (Park). APA may automatically disengage if: . The steering wheel is used by APA will instruct the vehicle to stop the driver. once a large enough space is found. . The maximum allowed speed is Follow the instructions in the DIC. exceeded. When instructed to drive in reverse, . There is a failure with the APA shift to R (Reverse) to engage system. automatic steering. The steering wheel will vibrate briefly as a . Electronic stability control or After completely passing a large reminder to remove hands from the antilock brakes are activated. enough space, an audible beep steering wheel. Check surroundings . A high priority vehicle message occurs and a red symbol displays in and continue braking or accelerating is displayed in the DIC. the DIC. as needed, and be prepared to stop to avoid vehicles, pedestrians, or objects. If the vehicle exceeds Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. An incoming call is received Forward Collision Alert through a connected phone. Warning (Continued) Disconnect the phone from the (FCA) System vehicle to prevent APA from If equipped, the FCA system may stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, disengaging. help to avoid or reduce the harm or when following a vehicle too caused by front-end crashes. When closely, FCA may not provide a To cancel APA, press O again. approaching a vehicle ahead too warning with enough time to help avoid a crash. FCA does not warn When the System Does Not Seem quickly, FCA provides a red flashing to Work Properly alert on the windshield and rapidly of pedestrians, animals, signs, beeps or pulses the driver seat. guardrails, bridges, construction The APA system may require a FCA also lights an amber visual barrels, or other objects. Be ready short period of driving along curves alert if following another vehicle to take action and apply the to calibrate. much too closely. brakes. For more information, see Defensive Driving 0 180. Assistance Systems for FCA detects vehicles within a distance of approximately 60 m Driving (197 ft) and operates at speeds FCA can be disabled with the FCA If equipped, when driving the above 40 km/h (25 mph). If the steering wheel control, or if your vehicle in a forward gear, Forward vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control vehicle is equipped with Adaptive Collision Alert (FCA), Lane (ACC), it can detect vehicles to Cruise Control (ACC), through Departure Warning (LDW), Lane distances of approximately 110 m vehicle personalization. See the Keeping Assist (LKA), Side Blind (360 ft) and operates at all speeds. “Auto Collision Preparation” portion Zone Alert (SBZA), and/or the Front See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 208. of “Collision/Detection Systems” Automatic Braking (FAB) System under Vehicle Personalization can help to avoid a crash or reduce { Warning 0 150. crash damage. FCA is a warning system and does not apply the brakes. When approaching a slower-moving or (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog, rain, Without Head-Up Display or snow, or if the headlamps or When your vehicle approaches FCA warnings will not occur unless windshield are not cleaned or in another detected vehicle too rapidly, the FCA system detects a vehicle proper condition. Keep the the red FCA display will flash on the ahead. When a vehicle is detected, windshield, headlamps, and FCA windshield. Also, eight rapid the vehicle ahead indicator will sensors clean and in good repair. high-pitched beeps will sound from display green. Vehicles may not be the front, or both sides of the Safety detected on curves, highway exit Alert Seat will pulse five times. ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; Collision Alert When this Collision Alert occurs, the or if a vehicle ahead is partially brake system may prepare for driver blocked by pedestrians or other braking to occur more rapidly which objects. FCA will not detect another can cause a brief, mild deceleration. vehicle ahead until it is completely Continue to apply the brake pedal in the driving lane. as needed. Cruise control may be disengaged when the Collision Alert { Warning occurs. With Head-Up Display FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle. FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Tailgating Alert or on some vehicles, Off. The first Cleaning the System button press shows the current If the FCA system does not seem to setting on the DIC. Additional button operate properly, cleaning the presses will change this setting. The outside of the windshield in front the chosen setting will remain until it is rearview mirror, and cleaning the changed and will affect the timing of front of the vehicle where radar both the Collision Alert and the sensors are located, may correct Tailgating Alert features. The timing the issue. The vehicle ahead indicator will of both alerts will vary based on display amber when you are vehicle speed. The faster the following a vehicle ahead much too vehicle speed, the farther away the Front Automatic Braking closely. alert will occur. Consider traffic and (FAB) System weather conditions when selecting If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Selecting the Alert Timing the alert timing. The range of Control (ACC), it also has FAB, selectable alert timings may not be which includes Intelligent Brake appropriate for all drivers and Assist (IBA). When the system driving conditions. detects a vehicle ahead in your path If your vehicle is equipped with that is traveling in the same Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), direction that you may be about to changing the FCA timing setting crash into, it can provide a boost to automatically changes the following braking or automatically brake the gap setting (Far, Medium, or Near). vehicle. This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when Unnecessary Alerts driving in a forward gear. Depending FCA may provide unnecessary on the situation, the vehicle may alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles automatically brake moderately or in other lanes, objects that are not hard. This front automatic braking The Collision Alert control is on the vehicles, or shadows. These alerts can only occur if a vehicle is steering wheel. Press [ to set the are normal operation and the detected. This is shown by the FCA FCA timing to Far, Medium, or Near, vehicle does not need service. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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vehicle ahead indicator being lit. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) System 0 223. . Detect a vehicle when undesired. It could respond to a The system works when driving in a weather limits visibility, such turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, forward gear above 4 km/h (2 mph). as in fog, rain, or snow. signs, and other non-moving It can detect vehicles up to objects. To override FAB, firmly approximately 60 m (197 ft). . Detect a vehicle ahead if it is partially blocked by press the accelerator pedal, if it is pedestrians or other objects. safe to do so. { Warning Complete attention is always FAB is an emergency crash required while driving, and you Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) preparation feature and is not should be ready to take action IBA may activate when the brake designed to avoid crashes. Do and apply the brakes and/or steer pedal is applied quickly by providing not rely on FAB to brake the the vehicle to avoid crashes. a boost to braking based on the vehicle. FAB will not brake speed of approach and distance to outside of its operating speed FAB may slow the vehicle to a a vehicle ahead. range and only responds to complete stop to try to avoid a Minor brake pedal pulsations or detected vehicles. potential crash. If this happens, FAB pedal movement during this time is FAB may not: may engage the Electric Parking normal and the brake pedal should Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a continue to be applied as needed. . Detect a vehicle ahead on stop. Release the EPB or firmly IBA will automatically disengage winding or hilly roads. press the accelerator pedal. only when the brake pedal is . Detect all vehicles, released. especially vehicles with a { Warning trailer, tractors, muddy vehicles, etc. FAB may automatically brake the (Continued) vehicle suddenly in situations where it is unexpected and (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Side Blind Zone SBZA Detection Zones { Warning Alert (SBZA) IBA may increase vehicle braking If equipped, the SBZA system is a in situations when it may not be lane-changing aid that assists necessary. You could block the drivers with avoiding crashes that flow of traffic. If this occurs, take occur with moving vehicles in the your foot off the brake pedal and side blind zone (or spot) areas. The then apply the brakes as needed. SBZA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside side FAB and IBA can be disabled mirror and will flash if the turn signal through vehicle personalization. See is on. “Auto Collision Preparation” in “Collision/Detection Systems” under { Warning Vehicle Personalization 0 150. The SBZA sensor covers a zone of SBZA does not alert the driver to approximately one lane over from { Warning vehicles rapidly approaching both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m outside of the side blind zones, (11 ft). The height of the zone is Using FAB or IBA while towing a pedestrians, bicyclists, approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) trailer could cause you to lose or animals. It may not provide and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. This control of the vehicle and crash. alerts when changing lanes under zone starts at approximately the Turn the system to Off when all driving conditions. Failure to middle of the vehicle and goes back towing a trailer. use proper care when changing 5 m (16 ft). lanes may result in injury, death, How the System Works or vehicle damage. Before making a lane change, always The SBZA symbol lights up in the check mirrors, glance over your side mirrors when the system shoulder, and use the turn detects a moving vehicle in the next signals. lane over that is in the side blind zone. This indicates it may be Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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unsafe to change lanes. Before If SBZA is disabled by the driver, SBZA may not operate when the making a lane change, check the the SBZA mirror displays will not SBZA sensors in the left or right SBZA display, check mirrors, glance light up. corners of the rear bumper are over your shoulder, and use the turn covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, signals. When the System Does Not or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For Seem to Work Properly cleaning instructions, see "Washing SBZA displays may not come on the Vehicle" under Exterior Care when passing a vehicle quickly, for 0 319. If the DIC displays the a stopped vehicle, or when towing a system unavailable message after trailer. The SBZA detection zones cleaning both sides of the vehicle that extend back from the side of toward the rear corners of the Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror the vehicle do not move further back vehicle, see your dealer. Display Display when a trailer is towed. Use caution If the SBZA displays do not light up while changing lanes when towing a when vehicles are in the blind zone When the vehicle is started, both trailer. SBZA may alert to objects and the system is clean, the system outside mirror SBZA displays will attached to the vehicle, such as a may need service. Take the vehicle briefly come on to indicate the trailer, bicycle, or object extending to your dealer. system is operating. When the out to either side of the vehicle. This vehicle is in a forward gear, the left is normal system operation; the When SBZA is disabled for any or right side mirror display will light vehicle does not need service. reason other than the driver turning up if a moving vehicle is detected in it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert On that blind zone. If the turn signal is SBZA may not always alert the option will not be available on the activated in the same direction of a driver to vehicles in the side blind personalization menu. zone, especially in wet conditions. detected vehicle, this display will Radio Frequency Information flash as an extra warning not to The system does not need to be change lanes. serviced. The system may light up See Radio Frequency Statement due to guardrails, signs, trees, 0 355. SBZA can be disabled through shrubs, and other non-moving vehicle personalization. See objects. This is normal system “Collision Detection Systems” under operation; the vehicle does not need Vehicle Personalization 0 150. service. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Lane Departure How the System Works Warning (Continued) Warning (LDW) The LDW camera sensor is on the not in proper condition; or if windshield ahead of the rearview If equipped, LDW may help avoid the sun shines directly into mirror. crashes due to unintentional lane the camera. departures. It may provide an alert if To turn LDW on and off, press @ on the vehicle is crossing a lane . Detect road edges. the center stack to the left of the without using a turn signal in that . Detect lanes on winding or infotainment screen. The control direction. LDW uses a camera hilly roads. indicator will light when LDW is on. sensor to detect the lane markings at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or If LDW only detects lane greater. markings on one side of the road, it will only warn you when { Warning departing the lane on the side where it has detected a lane The LDW system does not steer marking. Always keep your the vehicle. The LDW system attention on the road and @ may not: maintain proper vehicle position When LDW is on, is green if LDW is available to warn of a lane . Provide enough time to within the lane, or vehicle damage, injury, or death could departure. If the vehicle crosses a avoid a crash. detected lane marking without using occur. Always keep the . Detect lane markings under windshield, headlamps, and the turn signal in that direction, @ poor weather or visibility camera sensors clean and in changes to amber and flashes. conditions. This can occur if good repair. Do not use LDW in Additionally, there will be three the windshield or bad weather conditions. beeps, or the driver seat will pulse headlamps are blocked by three times, on the right or left, dirt, snow, or ice; if they are depending on the lane departure (Continued) direction. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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When the System Does Not marking without using a turn signal Seem to Work Properly in that direction. It may also provide Warning (Continued) a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) The system may not detect lanes as system alert as the lane marking is . Detect lane markings under well when there are: crossed. The LKA system will not poor weather or visibility conditions. This can occur if . Close vehicles ahead. assist or provide an LDW alert if it detects that you are actively the windshield or . Sudden lighting changes, such steering. Override LKA by turning headlamps are blocked by as when driving through tunnels. the steering wheel. LKA uses a dirt, snow, or ice, if they are . Banked roads. camera to detect lane markings not in proper condition, or if between 60 km/h (37 mph) and the sun shines directly into If the LDW system is not functioning the camera. properly when lane markings are 180 km/h (112 mph). clearly visible, cleaning the . Detect road edges. windshield may help. { Warning . Detect lanes on winding or hilly roads. LDW alerts may occur due to tar The LKA system does not marks, shadows, cracks in the road, continuously steer the vehicle. If LKA only detects lane markings temporary or construction lane It may not keep the vehicle in the on one side of the road, it will markings, or other road lane or give a Lane Departure only assist or provide an LDW imperfections. This is normal system Warning (LDW) alert, even if a alert when approaching the lane operation; the vehicle does not need lane marking is detected. on the side where it has detected service. Turn LDW off if these a lane marking. Even with LKA conditions continue. The LKA and LDW systems and LDW, you must steer the may not: vehicle. Always keep your Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . Provide an alert or enough attention on the road and If equipped, LKA may help avoid steering assist to avoid a maintain proper vehicle position crashes due to unintentional lane lane departure or crash. within the lane, or vehicle departures. It may assist by gently (Continued) damage, injury, or death could turning the steering wheel if the (Continued) vehicle approaches a detected lane Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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When the System Does Not Warning (Continued) Seem to Work Properly occur. Always keep the The system performance may be windshield, headlamps, and affected by: camera sensors clean and in . Close vehicles ahead. good repair. Do not use LKA in bad weather conditions. When on, A is green if LKA is . Sudden lighting changes, such available to assist and provide LDW as when driving through tunnels. alerts. It may assist by gently . Banked roads. turning the steering wheel and . Roads with poor lane markings, { Warning display A as amber if the vehicle such as two-lane roads. approaches a detected lane marking Using LKA while towing a trailer without using a turn signal in that If the LKA system is not functioning or on slippery roads could cause direction. It may also provide an properly when lane markings are loss of control of the vehicle and LDW alert by flashing A amber clearly visible, cleaning the a crash. Turn the system off. windshield may help. as the lane marking is crossed. Additionally, there will be three LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts How the System Works beeps, or the driver seat will pulse may occur due to tar marks, The LKA camera sensor is on the three times, on the right or left, shadows, cracks in the road, windshield ahead of the rearview depending on the lane departure temporary or construction lane mirror. direction. markings, or other road imperfections. This is normal system The LKA system does not operation; the vehicle does not need To turn LKA on and off, press A continuously steer the vehicle. service. Turn LKA off if these on the center stack. If LKA does not detect active driver conditions continue. steering, an alert and chime may be provided. Move the steering wheel to dismiss. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

232 Driving and Operating Fuel use gasoline with an octane rating Prohibited Fuels below 87, as it may cause engine Gasolines containing oxygenates, Use of the recommended fuel is an damage and will lower fuel such as ethers and ethanol, as well important part of the proper economy. as reformulated gasolines are maintenance of this vehicle. When If the vehicle has the 3.6L V6 LF3 available in some cities. If these driving in the U.S. and Canada, to twin turbo engine (VIN Code 8), use gasolines comply with the help keep the engine clean and premium unleaded gasoline meeting previously described specification, maintain optimum vehicle ASTM specification D4814 with a then they are acceptable to use. performance, we recommend using posted octane rating of 91 or higher. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines. If the octane is less than 91, other fuels containing more than See www.toptiergas.com for a list of damage to the engine may occur 15% ethanol must be used only in TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines. and may void the vehicle warranty. flex fuel vehicles. If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 91 octane or Caution higher, the engine needs service. Do not use fuel containing Use of Seasonal Fuels methanol. It can corrode metal Use summer and winter fuels in the parts in the fuel system and also appropriate season. The fuels damage plastic and rubber parts. industry automatically modifies the That damage would not be fuel for the appropriate season. covered under the vehicle If fuel is left in the vehicle tank for warranty. long periods of time, driving or starting could be affected. Drive the vehicle until the fuel is at one-half Some gasolines, mainly high octane If the vehicle has the 3.6L V6 LFX tank or less, then refuel with the racing gasolines, can contain an engine (VIN Code 3), use regular current seasonal fuel. octane-enhancing additive called unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM methylcyclopentadienyl manganese specification D4814 with a posted tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use octane rating of 87 or higher. Do not gasolines and/or fuel additives with Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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MMT as they can reduce spark plug caused by the type of fuel used, gasoline additive recommended by life and affect emission control repairs may not be covered by the General Motors. It is available at system performance. The vehicle warranty. your dealer. malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, see your dealer Fuels in Foreign Filling the Tank for service. Countries { Warning California Fuel If planning to drive in countries Requirements outside the U.S. or Canada, the Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn proper fuel might be hard to find. violently and can cause injury or If the vehicle is certified to meet Check regional auto club or fuel death. California Emissions Standards, it is retail brand websites for availability designed to operate on fuels that in the country where driving. Never . To help avoid injuries to you meet California specifications. See use leaded gasoline, fuel containing and others, read and follow the underhood emission control methanol, manganese, or any other all the instructions on the label. If this fuel is not available in fuel not recommended. Costly fuel pump island. states adopting California Emissions repairs caused by use of improper . Turn off the engine when Standards, the vehicle will operate fuel would not be covered by the refueling. satisfactorily on fuels meeting vehicle warranty. federal specifications, but emission . Keep sparks, flames, and control system performance might Fuel Additives smoking materials away be affected. The malfunction from fuel. To keep fuel systems clean, TOP indicator lamp could turn on and the . Do not leave the fuel pump vehicle may not pass a smog-check TIER Detergent Gasoline is 0 unattended. test. See Malfunction Indicator recommended. See Fuel 232. . Do not use a cell phone Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 125. If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is while refueling. If this occurs, return to your not available, one bottle of Fuel authorized dealer for diagnosis. If it System Treatment PLUS added to . Do not reenter the vehicle is determined that the condition is the fuel tank at every engine oil while pumping fuel. change, can help. Fuel System (Continued) Treatment PLUS is the only Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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If equipped, the fuel door is locked more fuel as this will result in fuel Warning (Continued) when the vehicle doors are locked. spillage. Clean fuel from painted Press K on the RKE transmitter to surfaces as soon as possible. See . Keep children away from Exterior Care 0 319. the fuel pump and never let unlock. To open the fuel door, push children pump fuel. and release the rearward center edge of the door. { Warning . Fuel can spray out if the refueling nozzle is inserted The vehicle has a capless refueling If a fire starts while you are too quickly. This spray can system and does not have a fuel refueling, do not remove the cap. The filling nozzle must be fully happen if the tank is nearly nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by inserted and latched prior to starting full, and is more likely in hot shutting off the pump or by fuel flow. weather. Insert the refueling notifying the station attendant. nozzle slowly and wait for Leave the area immediately. any hiss noise to stop prior { Warning to beginning to flow fuel Overfilling the fuel tank by more Filling the Tank with a Portable than three clicks of a standard fill Gas Can nozzle may cause: If the vehicle runs out of fuel and . Vehicle performance issues, must be filled from a portable including engine stalling and gas can: damage to the fuel system. . Fuel spills. . Potential fuel fires.

Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds before removing the 1. Locate the capless funnel nozzle. After initial shutoff, do not adapter from under the carpet partially remove the nozzle to add in the trunk. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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If this is a professional vehicle, Filling a Portable Fuel see the Coachbuilder's Owner Warning (Continued) Manual for funnel adapter Container location. . Fill the container no more { Warning than 95% full to allow for 2. Insert and latch the funnel into expansion. the capless fuel system. Filling a portable fuel container . Do not smoke, light while it is in the vehicle can cause matches, or use lighters { Warning fuel vapors that can ignite either while pumping fuel. by static electricity or other . Avoid using cell phones or Attempting to refuel without using means. You or others could be other electronic devices. the funnel adapter may cause fuel badly burned and the vehicle spillage and damage the capless could be damaged. Always: fuel system. This could cause a fire and you or others could be . Use approved fuel badly burned and the vehicle containers. could be damaged. . Remove the container from the vehicle, trunk, or pickup 3. Remove and clean the funnel bed before filling. adapter and return to the . Place the container on the storage location. ground. . Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

236 Driving and Operating Trailer Towing . Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent { Warning damage to the engine, axle, General Towing or other parts. When towing a trailer, exhaust Information gases may collect at the rear of . Then during the first 800 km the vehicle and enter if the Only use towing equipment that has (500 mi) of trailer towing, do not liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most been designed for the vehicle. drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and window is open. Contact your dealer or trailering do not make starts at full throttle. When towing a trailer: dealer for assistance with preparing . Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). the vehicle for towing a trailer. Read Shift the transmission to a lower . Do not drive with the the entire section before towing a gear if the transmission shifts liftgate, trunk/hatch, trailer. too often under heavy loads and/ or rear-most window open. For towing a disabled vehicle, see or hilly conditions. . Fully open the air outlets on 0 Towing the Vehicle 316. For . Do not use Adaptive Cruise or under the instrument towing the vehicle behind another Control when towing. panel. vehicle such as a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 316. . The Front Automatic Braking . Also adjust the climate System should be set to Off control system to a setting Driving Characteristics when towing. See Front that brings in only outside Automatic Braking (FAB) System air. See “Climate Control and Towing Tips 0 225. Systems” in the Index. Driving with a Trailer . Turn off Parking Assist when For more information about When towing a trailer: towing. Carbon Monoxide, see Engine Exhaust 0 196. . Become familiar with the state and local laws that apply to trailer towing. Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. The combination you are driving is longer and not as responsive as the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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vehicle itself. Get acquainted with necessary to go much farther or other objects. Avoid jerky or the handling and braking of the rig beyond the passed vehicle before sudden maneuvers. Signal well in before setting out for the open road. returning to the lane. advance. Before starting, check all trailer hitch Backing Up If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn parts and attachments, safety out, the arrows on the instrument chains, electrical connectors, lamps, Hold the bottom of the steering cluster will still flash for turns. It is tires, and mirrors. If the trailer has wheel with one hand. To move the important to check occasionally to electric brakes, start the trailer to the left, move that hand to be sure the trailer bulbs are still combination moving and then apply the left. To move the trailer to the working. the trailer brake controller by hand right, move your hand to the right. to be sure the brakes work. Always back up slowly and, Driving on Grades if possible, have someone Reduce speed and shift to a lower During the trip, check occasionally guide you. to be sure that the load is secure gear before starting down a long or and the lamps and any trailer Making Turns steep downgrade. If the brakes still work. transmission is not shifted down, the Caution brakes might get hot and no longer Following Distance work well. Stay at least twice as far behind the Making very sharp turns while Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift vehicle ahead as you would when trailering could cause the trailer to the transmission to a lower gear if driving the vehicle without a trailer. come in contact with the vehicle. the transmission shifts too often This can help to avoid heavy The vehicle could be damaged. under heavy loads and/or hilly braking and sudden turns. Avoid making very sharp turns conditions. Passing while trailering. When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the More passing distance is needed following: Engine coolant will boil at when towing a trailer. The When turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so a lower temperature than at normal combination will not accelerate as altitudes. If the engine is turned off quickly and is longer, so it is the trailer will not strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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vehicle may show signs similar to 2. Have someone place chocks Maintenance when Trailer engine overheating. To avoid this, under the trailer wheels. Towing let the engine run while parked, 3. When the wheel chocks are in The vehicle needs service more preferably on level ground, with the place, release the regular automatic transmission in P (Park) often when pulling a trailer. See brakes until the chocks absorb Maintenance Schedule 0 330. for a few minutes before turning the the load. engine off. If the overheat warning Things that are especially important comes on, see Engine Overheating 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then in trailer operation are automatic 0 259. apply the parking brake and transmission fluid, engine oil, axle shift into P (Park). lubricant, belts, cooling system, and Parking on Hills brake system. It is a good idea to 5. Release the brake pedal. inspect these before and during { Warning Leaving After Parking on a Hill the trip. 1. Apply and hold the brake Check periodically to see that all Parking the vehicle on a hill with hitch nuts and bolts are tight. the trailer attached can be pedal. dangerous. If something goes 2. Start the engine. Trailer Towing wrong, the rig could start to move. 3. Shift into a gear. People can be injured, and both Before pulling a trailer, three the vehicle and the trailer can be 4. Release the parking brake. important considerations have to do damaged. When possible, always 5. Let up on the brake pedal. with weight: park the rig on a flat surface. 6. Drive slowly until the trailer is . Weight of the trailer. clear of the chocks. . Weight of the trailer tongue. If parking the rig on a hill: 7. Stop and have someone pick . Total weight on your vehicle's 1. Press the brake pedal, but do up and store the chocks. tires. not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Weight of the Trailer Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or write us at How heavy can a trailer safely be? our Customer Assistance Offices. It should never weigh more than See Customer Assistance Offices 454 kg (1,000 lb). But even that can 0 347. be too heavy. Weight of the Trailer Tongue It depends on how the rig is used. For example, speed, altitude, road The tongue load (1) of any trailer is grades, outside temperature, and an important weight to measure how much the vehicle is used to pull because it affects the total gross a trailer are all important. It can weight of the vehicle. The Gross depend on any special equipment Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any on the vehicle, and the amount of The trailer tongue (1) should weigh cargo carried in it, and the people tongue weight the vehicle can carry. 10 % of the total loaded trailer who will be riding in the vehicle. See “Weight of the Trailer Tongue” weight (2). following. If there are a lot of options, equipment, passengers, or cargo in After loading the trailer, weigh the Maximum trailer weight is calculated the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue trailer and then the tongue, assuming only the driver is in the weight the vehicle can carry, which separately, to see if the weights are tow vehicle and it has all the will also reduce the trailer weight the proper. If they are not, adjustments required trailering equipment. The vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer, might be made by moving some weight of additional optional the tongue load must be added to items around in the trailer. equipment, passengers, and cargo the GVW because the vehicle will in the tow vehicle must be be carrying that weight, too. See Total Weight on Your Vehicle's subtracted from the maximum trailer Vehicle Load Limits 0 186. Tires weight. Be sure the vehicle's tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. These numbers can be found on the Tire and Loading Information Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

240 Driving and Operating label. See Vehicle Load Limits Safety Chains Conversions and 0 186. Make sure not to go over the Always attach chains between the GVW limit for the vehicle, including Add-Ons vehicle and the trailer. Cross the the weight of the trailer tongue. safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue Add-On Electrical Towing Equipment from contacting the road if it Equipment Hitches becomes separated from the hitch. Leave enough slack so the rig can { Warning Use the correct hitch equipment. turn. Never allow safety chains to See your dealer or a hitch dealer for drag on the ground. The Data Link Connector (DLC) is assistance. Trailer Brakes used for vehicle service and . The rear bumper on the vehicle Emission Inspection/Maintenance is not intended for hitches. Do Does the trailer have its own testing. See Malfunction Indicator not attach rental hitches or other brakes? Be sure to read and follow Lamp (Check Engine Light) bumper-type hitches to it. Use the instructions for the trailer brakes 0 125. A device connected to the so they are installed, adjusted, and only a frame-mounted hitch that Data Link Connector (DLC)— does not attach to the bumper. maintained properly. such as an aftermarket fleet or . Will any holes be made in the Because the vehicle has antilock driver-behavior tracking device— body of the vehicle when the brakes, do not tap into the vehicle's may interfere with vehicle trailer hitch is installed? If so, brake system. If this is done, both systems. This could affect vehicle seal the holes when the hitch is brake systems will not work well or operation and cause a crash. removed. If the holes are not at all. Such devices may also access sealed, dirt, water, and deadly information stored in the vehicle’s carbon monoxide (CO) from the systems. exhaust can get into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust 0 196. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Caution

Some electrical equipment can 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.

Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 83 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 83. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Power Steering Fluid (LF3 and Engine Compartment Fuse Vehicle Care LFX with AWD) ...... 261 Block ...... 271 Washer Fluid ...... 262 Instrument Panel Fuse Brakes ...... 262 Block ...... 274 General Information Brake Fluid ...... 263 Rear Compartment Fuse General Information ...... 243 Battery - North America ...... 264 Block ...... 275 California Proposition All-Wheel Drive ...... 265 65 Warning ...... 243 Starter Switch Check ...... 265 Wheels and Tires California Perchlorate Automatic Transmission Shift Tires ...... 277 Materials Requirements . . . . . 243 Lock Control Function All-Season Tires ...... 278 Accessories and Check ...... 265 Winter Tires ...... 278 Modifications ...... 243 Park Brake and P (Park) Summer Tires ...... 279 Mechanism Check ...... 266 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 279 Vehicle Checks Tire Designations ...... 282 Doing Your Own Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 266 Windshield Replacement . . . . . 267 Tire Terminology and Service Work ...... 244 Definitions ...... 282 Hood ...... 245 Headlamp Aiming Tire Pressure ...... 285 Engine Compartment Headlamp Aiming ...... 267 Tire Pressure for High-Speed Overview ...... 246 Operation ...... 286 Engine Cover ...... 249 Bulb Replacement Tire Pressure Monitor Engine Oil ...... 250 Bulb Replacement ...... 268 System ...... 287 Engine Oil Life System ...... 252 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Tire Pressure Monitor Automatic Transmission Lighting ...... 268 Operation ...... 288 Fluid ...... 253 LED Lighting ...... 268 Tire Inspection ...... 291 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 253 Back-Up Lamps ...... 268 Tire Rotation ...... 291 Cooling System ...... 255 License Plate Lamp ...... 269 When It Is Time for New Engine Coolant ...... 256 Replacement Bulbs ...... 269 Tires ...... 292 Engine Overheating ...... 259 Buying New Tires ...... 293 Overheated Engine Protection Electrical System Electrical System Overload . . . 270 Different Size Tires and Operating Mode ...... 260 Wheels ...... 294 Power Steering Fluid (LFX Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 270 with FWD) ...... 261 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Vehicle Care 243 Uniform Tire Quality General Information harm. Engine exhaust, many parts Grading ...... 295 and systems, many fluids, and Wheel Alignment and Tire For service and parts needs, visit some component wear by-products Balance ...... 296 your dealer. You will receive contain and/or emit these Wheel Replacement ...... 296 genuine GM parts and GM-trained chemicals. Tire Chains ...... 297 and supported service people. See Battery - North America 0 264 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 298 Genuine GM parts have one of and Jump Starting - North America Tire Sealant and these marks: 0 313. Compressor Kit ...... 299 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...... 306 California Perchlorate Tire Changing ...... 307 Materials Requirements Compact Spare Tire ...... 311 Certain types of automotive Full-Size Spare Tire ...... 312 applications, such as airbag Jump Starting initiators, safety belt pretensioners, Jump Starting - North and lithium batteries contained in America ...... 313 Remote Keyless Entry transmitters, may contain perchlorate materials. Towing the Vehicle Special handling may be necessary. Towing the Vehicle ...... 316 For additional information, see Recreational Vehicle www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ Towing ...... 316 perchlorate. Appearance Care California Proposition Exterior Care ...... 319 65 Warning Accessories and Interior Care ...... 323 WARNING: Most motor vehicles, Modifications Floor Mats ...... 326 including this one, contain and/or Adding non-dealer accessories or emit chemicals known to the State making modifications to the vehicle of California to cause cancer and can affect vehicle performance and birth defects or other reproductive safety, including such things as Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

244 Vehicle Care airbags, braking, stability, ride and Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. handling, emissions systems, Before attempting to do your own aerodynamics, durability, and service work, see Servicing the electronic systems like antilock Doing Your Own Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 83. brakes, traction control, and stability Service Work Keep a record with all parts receipts control. These accessories or and list the mileage and the date of modifications could even cause { Warning any service work performed. See malfunction or damage not covered Maintenance Records 0 341. by the vehicle warranty. It can be dangerous to work on Damage to vehicle components your vehicle if you do not have Caution resulting from modifications or the the proper knowledge, service installation or use of non-GM manual, tools, or parts. Always Even small amounts of certified parts, including control follow owner manual procedures contamination can cause damage module or software modifications, is and consult the service manual to vehicle systems. Do not allow not covered under the terms of the for your vehicle before doing any contaminants to contact the fluids, vehicle warranty and may affect service work. reservoir caps, or dipsticks. remaining warranty coverage for affected parts. If doing some of your own service GM Accessories are designed to work, use the proper service complement and function with other manual. It tells you much more systems on the vehicle. See your about how to service the vehicle dealer to accessorize the vehicle than this manual can. To order the using genuine GM Accessories proper service manual, see Service installed by a dealer technician. Publications Ordering Information 0 Also, see Adding Equipment to the 354. Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 83. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Hood To open the hood:

2. Go to the front of the vehicle to find the secondary hood release handle. The handle is under the front edge of the 1. Pull the hood release lever with hood near the center. Push the this symbol on it. It is inside the handle to the right and at the vehicle on the lower side of the same time raise the hood. instrument panel. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 15 cm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, then push the front center of the hood with a swift, firm motion to fully close the hood. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 253. 11. Engine Compartment Fuse 0 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Block 271. (Under Engine Cover) (If 12. Remote Negative (−) Terminal Equipped). See Power Steering (Out of View). See Jump Fluid (LFX with FWD) 0 261 or Starting - North America 0 313. Power Steering Fluid (LF3 and 0 13. Windshield Washer Fluid LFX with AWD) 261. Reservoir. See Washer Fluid 3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See 0 262. Engine Oil 0 250. 4. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See Engine Oil 0 250. 5. Engine Cover 0 249. 6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System 0 255. 7. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0 263. 8. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Engine Coolant 0 256. 9. Battery - North America 0 264 (Battery Cover not Shown). 10. Remote Positive (+) Terminal (Battery Cover not Shown). See Jump Starting - North America 0 313. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 253. 11. Remote Positive (+) Terminal Engine Cover 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (Battery Cover not Shown). See Jump Starting - North (Under Engine Cover). See 0 Power Steering Fluid (LFX with America 313. FWD) 0 261 or Power Steering 12. Engine Compartment Fuse Fluid (LF3 and LFX with AWD) Block 0 271. 0 261. 13. Windshield Washer Fluid 3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Reservoir. See Washer Fluid Engine Oil 0 250. 0 262. 4. Engine Oil Dipstick. See 14. Remote Negative (−) Terminal Engine Oil 0 250. (Out of View). See Jump 0 5. Engine Cover 0 249. Starting - North America 313. 6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of 3.6L V6 Engine View). See Cooling System 0 255. 1. Engine Oil Fill Cap 2. Engine Cover Bolt 7. Charged Air Coolant Reservoir 3. Engine Cover and Pressure Cap. See Engine Coolant 0 256. 8. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0 263. 9. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Engine Coolant 0 256. 10. Battery - North America 0 264 (Battery Cover not Shown). Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Engine Oil must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. To ensure proper engine See Engine Compartment Overview performance and long life, careful 0 246 for the location of the engine attention must be paid to engine oil. oil dipstick. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect 1. If the engine has been running your investment: recently, turn off the engine and allow several minutes for the oil . Always use engine oil approved to drain back into the oil pan. to the proper specification and of Checking the oil level too soon the proper viscosity grade. See after engine shutoff will not “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” provide an accurate oil level 3.6L V6 Engine Twin Turbo in this section. reading. . Check the engine oil level 1. Engine Oil Fill Cap regularly and maintain the { Warning 2. Engine Cover Bolt proper oil level. See “Checking 3. Engine Cover Engine Oil” and “When to Add The engine oil dipstick handle To remove: Engine Oil” in this section. may be hot; it could burn you. Use a towel or glove to touch the 1. Remove the oil fill cap (1). . Change the engine oil at the appropriate time. See Engine Oil dipstick handle. 2. Remove the engine cover Life System 0 252. bolt (2). . Always dispose of engine oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it 3. Raise the engine cover (3) to properly. See “What to Do with with a clean paper towel or release it from the retainers. Used Oil” in this section. cloth, then push it back in all 4. Lift and remove the engine the way. Remove it again, cover. Checking Engine Oil keeping the tip down, and It is a good idea to check the engine check the level. 5. Reverse Steps 1–4 to reinstall the engine cover. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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When to Add Engine Oil Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution Selecting the right engine oil Do not add too much oil. Oil depends on both the proper oil levels above or below the specification and viscosity grade. acceptable operating range See Recommended Fluids and shown on the dipstick are harmful Lubricants 0 339. to the engine. If you find that you Specification 3.6L V6 Engine have an oil level above the operating range, i.e., the engine Ask for and use engine oils that has so much oil that the oil level meet the dexos1™ specification. Engine oils that have been gets above the cross-hatched approved by GM as meeting the area that shows the proper dexos1 specification are marked operating range, the engine could with the dexos1 approved logo. See be damaged. You should drain www.gmdexos.com. out the excess oil or limit driving 3.6L V6 Twin Turbo Engine of the vehicle and seek a service If the oil is below the cross-hatched professional to remove the area at the tip of the dipstick, add excess amount of oil. 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil and then recheck the level. See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in See Engine Compartment Overview “ ” 0 this section for an explanation of 246 for the location of the engine what kind of oil to use. For engine oil fill cap. Caution oil crankcase capacity, see Add enough oil to put the level 0 Capacities and Specifications 343. somewhere in the proper operating Failure to use the recommended range. Push the dipstick all the way engine oil can result in engine back in when through. damage not covered by the (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Engine Oil Additives/Engine trash or pouring it on the ground, Caution (Continued) Oil Flushes into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Recycle it by taking vehicle warranty. Check with your Do not add anything to the oil. The it to a place that collects used oil. dealer or service provider on recommended oils meeting the whether the oil is approved to the dexos1 specification are all that is Engine Oil Life System dexos1 specification. needed for good performance and engine protection. When to Change Engine Oil Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not This vehicle has a computer system recommended and could cause that indicates when to change the Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine damage not covered by the engine oil. engine oil and filter. This is based vehicle warranty. on a combination of factors which Cold Temperature Operation: In an What to Do with Used Oil include engine revolutions, engine area of extreme cold, where the temperature, and miles driven. temperature falls below −29 °C Used engine oil contains certain Based on driving conditions, the (−20 °F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be elements that can be unhealthy for mileage at which an oil change is used. An oil of this viscosity grade your skin and could even cause indicated can vary considerably. For will provide easier cold starting for cancer. Do not let used oil stay on the oil life system to work properly, the engine at extremely low your skin for very long. Clean your the system must be reset every time temperatures. When selecting an oil skin and nails with soap and water, the oil is changed. of the appropriate viscosity grade, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or always select an oil of the correct properly dispose of clothing or rags When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it specification. See “Specification” containing used engine oil. See the earlier in this section. manufacturer's warnings about the indicates that an oil change is use and disposal of oil products. necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on. See Used oil can be a threat to the Engine Oil Messages 0 143. environment. If you change your Change the oil as soon as possible own oil, be sure to drain all the oil within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). from the filter before disposal. Never It is possible that, if driving under dispose of oil by putting it in the the best conditions, the oil life Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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system might indicate that an oil on the DIC. See Driver The system is reset when the change is not necessary for up to a Information Center (DIC) 0 134. CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON year. The engine oil and filter must When remaining oil life is low, message is off. be changed at least once a year the CHANGE ENGINE OIL If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON and at this time the system must be SOON message will appear on message comes back on when the reset. Your dealer has trained the display. See Engine Oil 0 vehicle is started, the engine oil life service people who will perform this Messages 143. system has not been reset. Repeat work and reset the system. It is also 2. Press SEL on the DIC controls the procedure. important to check the oil regularly and hold SEL down for a few over the course of an oil drain seconds to clear the CHANGE interval and keep it at the proper Automatic Transmission ENGINE OIL SOON message Fluid level. and reset the oil life at 100%. A transmission fluid leak is the only If the system is ever reset Be careful not to reset the oil reason for fluid loss. If a leak accidentally, the oil must be life display accidentally at any occurs, take the vehicle to the changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) time other than after the oil is dealer and have it repaired as soon since the last oil change. changed. It cannot be reset as possible. Remember to reset the oil life accurately until the next oil system whenever the oil is changed. change. See your dealer to have the fluid and filter changed at the intervals How to Reset the Engine Oil The oil life system can also be reset listed in the Maintenance Schedule Life System as follows: 0 330. Reset the system whenever the 1. Turn the ignition on with the engine oil is changed so that the engine off. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter system can calculate the next 2. Fully press and release the engine oil change. To reset the The engine air cleaner/filter is in the accelerator pedal three times system: engine compartment on the within five seconds. passenger side of the vehicle. See 1. Using the DIC controls on the If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Engine Compartment Overview right side of the steering wheel, SOON message is not on, the 0 246. display REMAINING OIL LIFE system is reset. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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When to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the engine air Cleaner/Filter cleaner/filter: For intervals on changing and inspecting the engine air cleaner/ filter, see Maintenance Schedule 0 330. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Do not start the engine or have the engine running with the engine air cleaner/filter housing open. Before removing the engine air cleaner/ filter, make sure that the engine air cleaner/filter housing and nearby 3.6L V6 Engine components are free of dirt and 1. Remove the seven screws on debris. Remove the engine air top of the engine air cleaner/ cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake filter housing. the engine air cleaner/filter (away from the vehicle), to release dust 2. Lift the air cleaner/filter cover and dirt. Inspect the engine air housing away from the engine. cleaner/filter for damage, and 3. Pull out the filter. replace if damaged. Do not clean the engine air cleaner/filter or 4. Inspect or replace the engine 3.6L V6 Engine Twin Turbo components with water or air cleaner/filter. compressed air. 5. Reverse Steps 1-3 to reinstall the filter cover housing. 1. Screws 2. Secondary Air Hose Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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3. Lower Air Duct Clamp 4. Lower Electrical Connector { Warning 5. Upper Electrical Connector Operating the engine with the air 6. Upper Air Duct Clamp cleaner/filter off can cause you or 1. Disconnect the lower and others to be burned. The air upper outlet ducts by loosening cleaner not only cleans the air; it the lower (3) and upper (6) air helps to stop flames if the engine duct clamps. backfires. Use caution when 2. Disconnect the lower (4) and working on the engine and do not upper (5) electrical connectors drive with the air cleaner/filter off. and wiring attachments from the air cleaner/filter cover. 3.6L V6 Engine 3. Remove the screws (1) on top Caution of the air cleaner/filter cover. 1. Electric Engine Cooling If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt Fans (Out of View) 4. Lift the air cleaner/filter cover 2. Coolant Surge Tank and housing away from the engine. can easily get into the engine, which could damage it. Always Pressure Cap 5. Pull out the air cleaner/filter. have the air cleaner/filter in place 6. Inspect or replace the engine when you are driving. air cleaner/filter. 7. Reverse Steps 1-5 to reinstall Cooling System the air cleaner/filter cover housing. The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Engine Coolant { Warning The engine and Charged Air Heater and radiator hoses, and Coolant (CAC) cooling systems in other engine parts, can be very the vehicle are filled with hot. Do not touch them. If you do, DEX-COOL® engine coolant you can be burned. mixture. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 339 and Do not run the engine if there is a Maintenance Schedule 0 330. leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could The following explains the cooling cause an engine fire, and you systems and how to check and add could be burned. Get any leak coolant when it is low. If there is a 3.6L V6 Engine Twin Turbo fixed before you drive the vehicle. problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating 0 259. 1. Electric Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View) What to Use 2. Charged Air Coolant (CAC) Caution Bottle and Pressure Cap { Warning 3. Coolant Surge Tank and Using coolant other than ® Adding only plain water or some Pressure Cap DEX-COOL can cause premature engine, heater core, other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water { Warning or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require and other liquids, can boil before An electric engine cooling fan changing sooner. Any repairs the proper coolant mixture will. under the hood can start up even would not be covered by the The coolant warning system is set when the engine is not running vehicle warranty. Always use for the proper coolant mixture. and can cause injury. Keep DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant With plain water or the wrong hands, clothing, and tools away in the vehicle. mixture, the engine could get too from any underhood electric fan. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Checking Coolant Warning (Continued) Caution The vehicle must be on a level hot but you would not get the If improper coolant mixture, surface when checking the coolant overheat warning. The engine inhibitors, or additives are used in level. could catch fire and you or others the vehicle cooling system, the The engine coolant surge tank and could be burned. Use a engine could overheat and be CAC bottle are in the engine 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable damaged. Too much water in the compartment on the driver side of water and DEX-COOL coolant. mixture can freeze and crack the vehicle. See Engine engine cooling parts. The repairs Compartment Overview 0 246. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, would not be covered by the Check to see if coolant is visible in drinkable water and DEX-COOL vehicle warranty. Use only the the surge tank and CAC bottle. coolant. If using this mixture, proper mixture of engine coolant If the coolant inside the surge tank nothing else needs to be added. for the cooling system. See is boiling, do not do anything else This mixture: Recommended Fluids and until it cools down. If coolant is Lubricants 0 339. . Gives freezing protection down visible but the coolant level is not at to −37 °C (−34 °F), outside or above the mark pointed to on the temperature. Never dispose of engine coolant by surge tank or at the CAC bottle putting it in the trash, pouring it on COLD FILL mark, add a 50/ . Gives boiling protection up to the ground, or pouring into sewers, 50 mixture of clean, drinkable water 129 °C (265 °F), engine streams, or bodies of water. Have and DEX-COOL coolant. temperature. the coolant changed by an Be sure the cooling system is cool . Protects against rust and authorized service center, familiar before this is done. corrosion. with legal requirements regarding If no coolant is visible in the coolant used coolant disposal. This will help . Will not damage aluminum parts. surge tank or CAC bottle, add protect the environment and your coolant as follows: . Helps keep the proper engine health. temperature. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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How to Add Coolant to the 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with Surge Tank Warning (Continued) the proper mixture to the mark pointed to on the front of the the cap when the cooling system, coolant surge tank. { Warning including the surge tank pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling 4. With the coolant surge tank You can be burned if you spill system and surge tank pressure pressure cap off, start the coolant on hot engine parts. cap to cool. engine and let it run until you Coolant contains ethylene glycol can feel the upper radiator and it will burn if the engine parts hose getting hot. Watch out for are hot enough. Do not spill the engine cooling fans. By this coolant on a hot engine. time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to Caution the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the mark pointed This vehicle has a specific The coolant surge tank pressure to on the front of the coolant coolant fill procedure. Failure to cap can be removed when the surge tank. follow this procedure could cause cooling system, including the surge the engine to overheat and be tank pressure cap and upper 5. Replace the pressure cap tightly. severely damaged. radiator hose, is no longer hot. 1. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise. If a hiss is { Warning heard, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still Steam and scalding liquids from a some pressure left. hot cooling system can blow out 2. Keep turning the pressure cap and burn you badly. Never turn slowly and remove it. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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How to Add Coolant to the The CAC bottle pressure cap can If the decision is made not to lift the CAC Bottle be removed when the Charged Air hood when one of these warnings Coolant cooling system, including appears, but get service help right 0 { Warning the CAC bottle pressure cap, is no away. See Roadside Service 348. longer hot. If the decision is made to lift the You can be burned if you spill 1. Turn the pressure cap slowly hood, make sure the vehicle is coolant on hot engine parts. counterclockwise and parked on a level surface. Coolant contains ethylene glycol remove it. Then check to see if the engine and it will burn if the engine parts 2. Fill the CAC bottle with the cooling fans are running. If the are hot enough. Do not spill proper mixture to the COLD engine is overheating, the fans coolant on a hot engine. FILL mark pointed to on the should be running. If they are not, front of the CAC bottle. do not continue to run the engine 3. Replace the pressure cap and have the vehicle serviced. Caution tightly. Caution This vehicle has a specific Engine Overheating coolant fill procedure. Failure to Running the engine without follow this procedure could cause The vehicle has an engine coolant coolant may cause damage or a the engine to overheat and be temperature gauge and an engine fire. Vehicle damage would not be severely damaged. temperature light to warn of engine covered by the vehicle warranty. overheating. See Overheated Engine There are also engine hot Protection Operating Mode 0 260 messages that may be displayed in for information on driving to a the Driver Information Center (DIC). safe place in an emergency. See Engine Cooling System Messages 0 142. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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If Steam Is Coming from the too serious. Sometimes the engine back on, continue to drive normally Engine Compartment can get a little too hot when the and have the cooling system vehicle: checked for proper fill and function. { Warning . Climbs a long hill on a hot day. If the warning continues, pull over, . Stops after high-speed driving. stop, and park the vehicle Steam from an overheated engine right away. can burn you badly, even if you . Idles for long periods in traffic. If there is no sign of steam, idle the just open the hood. Stay away . Tows a trailer. engine for three minutes while from the engine if you see or hear parked. If the warning is still steam coming from it. Just turn it If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam: displayed, turn off the engine until it off and get everyone away from cools down. Also, see “Overheated the vehicle until it cools down. 1. Turn the air conditioning off. Engine Protection Operating Mode” Wait until there is no sign of 2. Turn the heater on to the next in this section. steam or coolant before you open highest temperature and to the the hood. highest fan speed. Open the Overheated Engine If you keep driving when the windows as necessary. Protection engine is overheated, the liquids 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off Operating Mode in it can catch fire. You or others the road, shift to P (Park) or could be badly burned. Stop the N (Neutral), and let the This emergency operating mode engine if it overheats, and get out engine idle. allows the vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency of the vehicle until the engine If the temperature overheat gauge is is cool. situation. If an overheated engine no longer in the overheat zone or an condition exists, an overheat overheat warning no longer protection mode, which alternates If No Steam Is Coming from displays, the vehicle can be driven. firing groups of cylinders, helps the Engine Compartment Continue to drive the vehicle slow prevent engine damage. In this for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe mode, there is significant loss in If an engine overheat warning is vehicle distance from the car in front power and engine performance. displayed but no steam can be seen of you. If the warning does not come or heard, the problem may not be Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The engine coolant temperature The power steering fluid reservoir is 4. Wipe the dipstick with a warning light comes on in the under the engine cover on the clean rag. instrument cluster, to indicate the passenger side toward the rear of 5. Replace the cap and vehicle has entered overheated the engine compartment. See completely tighten it. engine protection operating mode. Engine Compartment Overview The temperature gauge also 0 246. 6. Remove the cap again and indicates an overheat condition look at the fluid level on the exists. Driving extended distances When to Check Power Steering dipstick. and/or towing a trailer in the Fluid overheat protection mode should be It is not necessary to regularly avoided. check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the Power Steering Fluid system or an unusual noise is (LFX with FWD) heard. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the The vehicle has electric power system inspected and repaired. The fluid level should be steering and does not use power between MIN and MAX on the steering fluid. How to Check Power Steering dipstick. Fluid What to Use Power Steering Fluid Check the level when the engine (LF3 and LFX with AWD) is cool. To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and To check the power steering fluid: Lubricants 0 339. Always use the 1. Remove the engine cover. proper fluid. Refer to Engine Cover 0 249. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Turn the cap counterclockwise and pull it straight up. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Washer Fluid Caution Caution (Continued) What to Use . Do not use washer fluid that freezing occurs, which could When adding windshield washer contains any type of water damage the tank if it is fluid to the vehicle, be sure to read repellent coating. This can completely full. the manufacturer instructions before cause the wiper blades to use. If you will be operating your chatter or skip. vehicle in an area where the Brakes temperature may fall below freezing, . Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) in the Disc brake pads have built-in wear use a fluid that has sufficient indicators that make a high-pitched protection against freezing. windshield washer. It can damage the windshield warning sound when the brake pads Adding Washer Fluid washer system and paint. are worn and new pads are needed. The sound can come and go or be The appropriate message will . Do not mix water with heard all the time when the vehicle appear on the Driver Information ready-to-use washer fluid. is moving, except when applying the Center (DIC) when the fluid level is Water can cause the brake pedal firmly. low. See Washer Fluid Messages solution to freeze and 0 150. damage the washer fluid tank and other parts of the { Warning washer system. The brake wear warning sound . When using concentrated means that soon the brakes will washer fluid, follow the not work well. That could lead to manufacturer instructions for a crash. When the brake wear adding water. warning sound is heard, have the . Fill the washer fluid tank vehicle serviced. Open the cap with the washer only three-quarters full when symbol on it. Add washer fluid until it is very cold. This allows the tank is full. See Engine for fluid expansion if Compartment Overview 0 246 for reservoir location. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Replacing Brake System Parts There are only two reasons why the Caution brake fluid level in the reservoir may Always replace brake system parts go down: Continuing to drive with worn-out with new, approved replacement brake pads could result in costly parts. If this is not done, the brakes . Normal brake lining wear. When brake repair. may not work properly. The braking new linings are installed, the performance expected can change fluid level goes back up. in many other ways if the wrong . A fluid leak in the brake Some driving conditions or climates replacement brake parts are can cause a brake squeal when the hydraulic system. Have the installed or parts are improperly brake hydraulic system fixed. brakes are first applied or lightly installed. applied. This does not mean With a leak, the brakes will not work well. something is wrong with the brakes. Brake Fluid Properly torqued wheel nuts are Always clean the brake fluid necessary to help prevent brake reservoir cap and the area around pulsation. When tires are rotated, the cap before removing it. inspect brake pads for wear and Do not top off the brake fluid. evenly tighten wheel nuts in the Adding fluid does not correct a leak. proper sequence to torque If fluid is added when the linings are specifications. See Capacities and worn, there will be too much fluid Specifications 0 343. The brake master cylinder reservoir when new brake linings are Brake pads should be replaced as is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as installed. Add or remove fluid, as complete sets. indicated on the reservoir cap. See necessary, only when work is done Engine Compartment Overview on the brake hydraulic system. Brake Pedal Travel 0 246 for the location of the See your dealer if the brake pedal reservoir. does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service may be required. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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If too much brake fluid is added, it The wrong or contaminated brake WARNING: Battery posts, can spill on the engine and burn, fluid could result in damage to the terminals, and related if the engine is hot enough. You brake system. This could result in accessories contain lead and lead or others could be burned, and the loss of braking leading to a compounds, chemicals known to the vehicle could be damaged. possible injury. Always use the the State of California to cause Add brake fluid only when work is proper brake fluid. cancer and birth defects or other done on the brake hydraulic reproductive harm. Batteries also system. contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause Caution When the brake fluid falls to a low cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER level, the brake warning light comes If brake fluid is spilled on the HANDLING. See California 0 on. See Brake System Warning vehicle's painted surfaces, the Proposition 65 Warning 243. Light 0 126. paint finish can be damaged. Brake fluid absorbs water over time. Immediately wash off any painted Vehicle Storage Replace brake fluid at the specified surface. intervals to prevent increased { Warning stopping distance. See Maintenance Schedule 0 330. Battery - North America Batteries have acid that can burn The original equipment battery is you and gas that can explode. What to Add maintenance free. Do not remove You can be badly hurt if you are Use only GM approved DOT 3 the cap and do not add fluid. not careful. See Jump Starting - brake fluid from a clean, sealed 0 Refer to the replacement number North America 313 for tips on container. See Recommended shown on the original battery label working around a battery without Fluids and Lubricants 0 339. when a new battery is needed. See getting hurt. Engine Compartment Overview 0 246 for battery location. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Infrequent Usage: Remove the 1. Before starting this check, be Automatic Transmission black, negative (−) cable from the sure there is enough room battery to keep the battery from around the vehicle. Shift Lock Control Function Check running down. 2. Firmly apply both the parking Extended Storage: Remove the brake and the regular brake. black, negative (−) cable from the See Electric Parking Brake { Warning battery or use a battery trickle 0 201. charger. When you are doing this Do not use the accelerator inspection, the vehicle could pedal, and be ready to turn off All-Wheel Drive move suddenly. If the vehicle the engine immediately if it moves, you or others could be Transfer Case starts. injured. 3. Try to start the engine in each Under normal driving conditions, gear. The vehicle should start transfer case fluid does not require 1. Before starting this check, be only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). maintenance unless there is a fluid sure there is enough room If the vehicle starts in any other leak or unusual noise. If required, around the vehicle. It should be position, contact your dealer for have the transfer case serviced by parked on a level surface. service. your dealer. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake Starter Switch Check 0 201. Be ready to apply the regular { Warning brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could 3. With the engine off, turn the move suddenly. If the vehicle ignition on, but do not start the moves, you or others could be engine. Without applying the injured. regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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normal effort. If the shift lever pressure from the regular brake moves out of P (Park), contact pedal. Do this until the vehicle is Caution your dealer for service. held by the parking brake only. Allowing the wiper arm to touch . To check the P (Park) Park Brake and P (Park) the windshield when no wiper mechanism's holding ability: blade is installed could damage Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to the windshield. Any damage that P (Park). Then release the occurs would not be covered by { Warning parking brake followed by the the vehicle warranty. Do not allow regular brake. the wiper arm to touch the When you are doing this check, Contact your dealer if service is windshield. the vehicle could begin to move. required. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the wiper blade: Make sure there is room in front 1. Pull the wiper assembly away of the vehicle in case it begins to Windshield wiper blades should be from the windshield. roll. Be ready to apply the regular inspected for wear or cracking. brake at once should the vehicle It is a good idea to clean the wiper begin to move. blade assembly on a regular basis. When worn, or when cleaning is ineffective, replace the wiper blade. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the For proper windshield wiper blade vehicle facing downhill. Keeping length and type, see Maintenance your foot on the regular brake, set Replacement Parts 0 340. the parking brake. . To check the parking brake's holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Vehicle Care 267 2. Lift up on the latch in the Driver Assistance Systems Headlamp Aiming middle of the wiper blade When a windshield replacement is where the wiper arm attaches. Headlamp aim has been preset and needed and the vehicle is equipped should need no further adjustment. 3. With the latch open, pull the with a front-looking camera sensor wiper blade down toward the for the Driver Assistance Systems, If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, windshield far enough to the windshield must be installed the headlamp aim may be affected. release it from the J-hooked according to GM specifications for If adjustment to the headlamps is end of the wiper arm. these systems to work properly. If it necessary, see your dealer. 4. Remove the wiper blade. is not, there may be unexpected behavior and/or messages from 5. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper these systems. See Object blade replacement. Detection System Messages 0 145. Windshield Replacement HUD System The windshield is part of the HUD system. If the windshield must be replaced, get one that is designed for HUD or the HUD image may look out of focus. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

268 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement LED Lighting To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Reach under the rear fascia For the proper type of replacement This vehicle has several LED lamps. and locate the back-up lamp bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs For replacement of any LED lighting assembly. 0 269. assembly, contact your dealer. 2. Remove the bulb socket (1) by For any bulb-changing procedure turning counterclockwise and not listed in this section, contact Back-Up Lamps pulling straight out of the lamp your dealer. assembly (2). High Intensity Discharge 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. (HID) Lighting 4. Install the new bulb in the bulb socket. { Warning 5. Install the bulb socket by turning clockwise. The high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified 1. Back-Up Bulb Socket technician service them. 2. Back-Up Lamp Assembly

After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, the beam might be a slightly different shade than it was originally. This is normal. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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License Plate Lamp 2. Bulb Replacement Bulbs 3. Lamp Assembly Bulb Exterior Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: Number 1. Push the lamp assembly (3) Back-Up Lamp 921 toward the right. (W16W) 2. Pull the lamp assembly down License Plate Lamp W5W LL to remove. 3. Turn the bulb socket (1) For replacement bulbs not listed counterclockwise to remove it here, contact your dealer. from the lamp assembly (3). 4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of the bulb socket (1). Lamp Assembly 5. Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it into the lamp assembly. 6. Push the lamp assembly back into position until the release tab locks into place.

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270 Vehicle Care Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit An electrical overload may cause Breakers the lamps to go on and off, or in Electrical System The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the Overload protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away combination of fuses and circuit The vehicle has fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or breakers. This greatly reduces the breakers to protect against an remain off. electrical system overload. chance of damage caused by Windshield Wipers electrical problems. When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens If the wiper motor overheats due to To check a fuse, look at the and closes, protecting the circuit heavy snow or ice, the windshield silver-colored band inside the fuse. until the current load returns to wipers will stop until the motor cools If the band is broken or melted, normal or the problem is fixed. This and will then restart. replace the fuse. Be sure to replace greatly reduces the chance of circuit a bad fuse with a new one of the Although the circuit is protected identical size and rating. overload and fire caused by from electrical overload, overload electrical problems. due to heavy snow or ice may Fuses of the same amperage can Fuses and circuit breakers protect cause wiper linkage damage. be temporarily borrowed from power devices in the vehicle. Always clear ice and heavy snow another fuse location, if a fuse goes from the windshield before using the out. Replace the fuse as soon as Replace a bad fuse with a new one windshield wipers. possible. of the identical size and rating. If the overload is caused by an To identify and check fuses, circuit If there is a problem on the road and electrical problem and not snow or breakers, and relays, see Engine a fuse needs to be replaced, the ice, be sure to get it fixed. Compartment Fuse Block 0 271, same amperage fuse can be Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 274, borrowed. Choose some feature of and Rear Compartment Fuse Block the vehicle that is not needed to use 0 275. and replace it as soon as possible. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Engine Compartment Fuse Block

To remove the fuse block cover, squeeze the three retaining clips on the cover and lift it straight up. The vehicle may not be equipped J-Case Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Fuses Caution features shown. 22 Sunroof Spilling liquid on any electrical J-Case Usage Fuses 24 Front Power component on the vehicle may Windows damage it. Always keep the 6 Wiper 25 Retained Accessory covers on any electrical 12 Starter component. Power 21 Rear Power 26 Antilock Brake Windows System Pump Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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J-Case Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Fuses 8 Ignition Coils – Even 16 Not Used 27 Electric Parking (6 Cylinder Engine) – 17 Body Run/Crank Brake 9 Ignition Coils Odd – 18 Autonet Run/Crank 28 Rear Window (6 Cylinder Engine) – (Aftermarket) Defogger 10 Engine Control 20 Not Used 41 Brake Vacuum Module – Switched Assist Pump Battery (from Engine 23 Variable Effort Control Module Steering 42 Cooling Fan K2 Relay) 29 Passive Entry/ 44 Headlamp Washer 11 6–Cylinder Engine: Passive Start 45 Cooling Fan K1 Post Catalytic Module – Battery Converter Oxygen 30 All-Wheel Drive Sensor Heater, Mini Fuses Usage Module Mass Air Flow 1 Transmission Sensor, Flex Fuel 31 Left Front Control Module – Sensor Heated Seat Battery 13 Run/Crank for 32 Body Control 2 Engine Control Transmission Module 6 Module Battery Control Module and 33 Right Front 3 Air Conditioning Chassis Control Heated Seat Compressor Clutch Module 34 Antilock Brake 4 Not Used 14 Right Rear System Valves Heated Seat 5 Engine Control 35 Amplifier Module Run/Crank 15 Left Rear Heated Seat 37 Right High Beam Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Relays Usage 38 Left High Beam 55 Outside Rearview 7 Engine Control Mirror, Front Window Module 46 Cooling Fan Relay Switches 9 Cooling Fan 47 6 Cylinder Engine: – 56 Windshield Washer Pre Catalytic 13 Cooling Fan Converter Oxygen 57 Steering 15 Run/Crank Sensor Heater, Column Lock Canister Purge 17 Rear Window 60 Heated Mirror Solenoid Defogger 62 Massage Memory 48 Coolant Pump Bolster Micro Usage 49 Right High Intensity 64 Adaptive Forward Relays Discharge Lighting (AFL) Headlamp 1 Air Conditioning Module – Battery Compressor Clutch 50 Left High Intensity 66 Trunk Release Discharge 2 Starter Headlamp 67 Chassis Control 4 Wiper Speed Module 51 Horn 5 Wiper Control 69 Regulated Voltage 52 Cluster Run/Crank Control Sensor 8 Not Used 53 Run/Crank for Inside 70 Vent Canister 10 Cooling Fan Rearview Mirror, Solenoid Rear Vision Camera 11 Headlamp Washer 71 Memory Module 54 Run/Crank for 14 Headlamp Heating, Ventilation, Low Beam and Air Conditioning Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage Block 5 Infotainment and Center Stack Displays, Head-up Display, Instrument Cluster, Rear Seat Entertainment 6 Power Outlet 1 7 Power Outlet 2 8 Body Control The vehicle may not be equipped Module 1 with all of the fuses, relays, and 9 Body Control features shown. Module 4 The instrument panel fuse block is Fuses Usage 10 Body Control in the instrument panel, on the 1 Wireless Charger Module 8 driver side of the vehicle. To access Module (J-Case Fuse) the fuses, open the fuse panel door by pulling down at the top. 2 Body Control 11 Front Heater Module 7 Ventilation Air Press in on the sides of the door to Conditioning/Blower release it from the instrument panel. 3 Body Control (J-Case Fuse) Module 5 Pull the door toward you to release 12 Passenger Seat it from the hinge. 4 Radio (Circuit Breaker) 13 Driver Seat (Circuit Breaker) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Fuses Usage Relays Usage 14 Diagnostic Link R1 Glove Box Connector R2 Logistics 15 Airbag AOS R3 Retained Accessory 16 Glove Box Power/Accessory 17 Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning Rear Compartment Fuse Controller Block 18 Logistics 19 Electronic Steering Column Lock 20 Telematics (OnStar) 21 Spare 22 Steering Wheel Controls/Backlight 23 Body Control Module 3 24 Body Control Module 2 The rear compartment fuse block is 25 Power Steering on the left side of the trunk behind a Column cover. 26 AC/DC Inverter Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Fuse Usage Number F09 Not Used F10 Not Used F11 Not Used F12 Not Used F13 Not Used F14 Not Used F15 Not Used F16 Video Processing Module F17 Not Used F18 Semi-active Damping System The vehicle may not be equipped Fuse Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Number F19 Universal Garage features shown. Door Opener/Rain, F04 Leveling Fuse Usage Light, and Humidity Compressor Number Sensor F05 Not Used F01 Not Used F20 Shunt F06 Not Used F02 Spare F21 Side Blind Zone F07 Not Used F03 Not Used F22 Not Used F08 Front Courtesy F23 All-Wheel Drive Lamps Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Fuse Usage Relays Usage Wheels and Tires Number K2 Front Courtesy F24 Not Used Lamps Relay Tires F25 Not Used K3 Leveling Every new GM vehicle has Compressor Relay high-quality tires made by a F26 Not Used K4 Logic leading tire manufacturer. See F27 Not Used the warranty manual for F28 Not Used information regarding the tire warranty and where to get F29 Not Used service. For additional F30 Front information refer to the tire Camera/EOCM manufacturer. F31 Rear Parking Assist/ Lane Departure { Warning Warning . Poorly maintained and F32 Not Used improperly used tires are F33 Not Used dangerous. F34 Not Used . Overloading the tires can F35 Not Used cause overheating as a result of too much F36 Not Used flexing. There could be a F37 Not Used blowout and a serious crash. See Vehicle Load Relays Usage Limits 0 186. K1 Not Used (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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All-Season Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) This vehicle may come with . Underinflated tires pose . Replace any tires that all-season tires. These tires are the same danger as have been damaged by designed to provide good overall overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes, performance on most road surfaces resulting crash could curbs, etc. and weather conditions. Original equipment tires designed to GM's cause serious injury. . Improperly repaired tires Check all tires frequently specific tire performance criteria can cause a crash. Only have a TPC specification code to maintain the the dealer or an molded onto the sidewall. Original recommended pressure. authorized tire service equipment all-season tires can be Tire pressure should be center should repair, identified by the last two characters checked when the tires replace, dismount, and of this TPC code, which will are cold. mount the tires. be “MS.” Consider installing winter tires on . Overinflated tires are . Do not spin the tires in the vehicle if frequent driving on more likely to be cut, excess of 56 km/h punctured, or broken by snow or ice-covered roads is (35 mph) on slippery expected. All-season tires provide a sudden impact — such surfaces such as snow, as when hitting a pothole. adequate performance for most mud, ice, etc. Excessive winter driving conditions, but they Keep tires at the spinning may cause the may not offer the same level of recommended pressure. tires to explode. traction or performance as winter . Worn or old tires can tires on snow or ice-covered roads. See Winter Tires 0 278. cause a crash. If the See Tire Pressure for tread is badly worn, High-Speed Operation 0 286 for Winter Tires replace them. inflation pressure adjustment for (Continued) high-speed driving. This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires. Winter tires are designed for increased Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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traction on snow and ice-covered tires with a lower speed rating are roads. Consider installing winter chosen, never exceed the tire's Caution (Continued) tires on the vehicle if frequent maximum speed capability. driving on ice or snow covered (20 °F). Always store high roads is expected. See your dealer Summer Tires performance summer tires for details regarding winter tire indoors and at temperatures availability and proper tire selection. This vehicle may come with high above −7 °C (20 °F) when not in Also, see Buying New Tires 0 293. performance summer tires. These use. If the tires have been tires have a special tread and subjected to −7 °C (20 °F) or less, With winter tires, there may be compound that are optimized for let them warm up in a heated decreased dry road traction, maximum dry and wet road space to at least 5 °C (40 °F) for increased road noise, and shorter performance. This special tread and tread life. After changing to winter 24 hours or more before being compound will have decreased installed or driving a vehicle on tires, be alert for changes in vehicle performance in cold climates, and which they are installed. Do not handling and braking. on ice and snow. It is recommended apply heat or blow heated air If using winter tires: that winter tires be installed on the vehicle if frequent driving at directly on the tires. Always . Use tires of the same brand and temperatures below approximately inspect tires before use. See Tire 0 tread type on all four wheel 5 °C (40 °F) or on ice or snow Inspection 291. positions. covered roads is expected. See . Use only radial ply tires of the Winter Tires 0 278. Tire Sidewall Labeling same size, load range, and speed rating as the original Caution Useful information about a tire is equipment tires. molded into its sidewall. The Winter tires with the same speed High performance summer tires examples show a typical rating as the original equipment tires have rubber compounds that lose passenger vehicle tire and a may not be available for H, V, W, Y, flexibility and may develop compact spare tire sidewall. and ZR speed rated tires. If winter surface cracks in the tread area at temperatures below −7 °C (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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GM's TPC specifications meet or manufacturer and plant code, exceed all federal safety tire size, and date the tire was guidelines. manufactured. The TIN is (3) DOT (Department of molded onto both sides of the Transportation) : The tire, although only one side may Department of Transportation have the date of manufacture. (DOT) code indicates that the (5) Tire Ply Material : The type tire is in compliance with the of cord and number of plies in U.S. Department of the sidewall and under the tread. Transportation Motor Vehicle (6) Uniform Tire Quality Safety Standards. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example Grading (UTQG) : Tire DOT Tire Date of manufacturers are required to (1) Tire Size : The tire size is a Manufacture : The last four grade tires based on three combination of letters and digits of the TIN indicate the tire performance factors: treadwear, numbers used to define a manufactured date. The first two traction, and temperature particular tire's width, height, digits represent the week (01– resistance. For more information aspect ratio, construction type, 52) and the last two digits, the see Uniform Tire Quality and service description. See the year. For example, the third Grading 0 295. “Tire Size” illustration later in this week of the year 2010 would section. (7) Maximum Cold Inflation have a four-digit DOT date Load Limit : Maximum load that (2) TPC Spec (Tire of 0310. can be carried and the Performance Criteria (4) Tire Identification Number maximum pressure needed to Specification) : Original (TIN) : The letters and numbers support that load. equipment tires designed to following the DOT (Department GM's specific tire performance of Transportation) code are the criteria have a TPC specification Tire Identification Number (TIN). code molded onto the sidewall. The TIN shows the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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(3) Tire Identification Number (6) Tire Size : A combination of (TIN) : The letters and numbers letters and numbers define a following the DOT (Department tire's width, height, aspect ratio, of Transportation) code are the construction type, and service Tire Identification Number (TIN). description. The letter T as the The TIN shows the first character in the tire size manufacturer and plant code, means the tire is for temporary tire size, and date the tire was use only. manufactured. The TIN is (7) TPC Spec (Tire molded onto both sides of the Performance Criteria tire, although only one side may Specification) : Original Compact Spare Tire Example have the date of manufacture. equipment tires designed to (1) Tire Ply Material : The type (4) Maximum Cold Inflation GM's specific tire performance of cord and number of plies in Load Limit : Maximum load that criteria have a TPC specification the sidewall and under the tread. can be carried and the code molded onto the sidewall. maximum pressure needed to GM's TPC specifications meet or (2) Temporary Use Only : The support that load. exceed all federal safety compact spare tire or temporary guidelines. use tire should not be driven at (5) Tire Inflation : The speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). temporary use tire or compact The compact spare tire is for spare tire should be inflated to emergency use when a regular 420 kPa (60 psi). For more road tire has lost air and gone information on tire pressure and flat. If the vehicle has a compact inflation see Tire Pressure spare tire, see Compact Spare 0 285. Tire 0 311 and If a Tire Goes Flat 0 298. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Tire Designations (3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit Tire Terminology and number that indicates the tire Definitions Tire Size height-to-width measurements. The following is an example of a For example, if the tire size Air Pressure : The amount of typical passenger vehicle aspect ratio is 60, as shown in air inside the tire pressing tire size. item 3 of the illustration, it would outward on each square inch of mean that the tire's sidewall is the tire. Air pressure is 60 percent as high as it is wide. expressed in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square inch). (4) Construction Code : A letter code is used to indicate the type Accessory Weight : The of ply construction in the tire. combined weight of optional The letter R means radial ply accessories. Some examples of construction; the letter D means optional accessories are (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : automatic transmission, power The United States version of a diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter B windows, power seats, and air metric tire sizing system. The conditioning. letter P as the first character in means belted-bias ply the tire size means a passenger construction. Aspect Ratio : The relationship vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of of a tire's height to its width. standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. Belt : A rubber coated layer of and Rim Association. (6) Service Description : These cords between the plies and the (2) Tire Width : The three-digit characters represent the load tread. Cords may be made from number indicates the tire section index and speed rating of the steel or other reinforcing width in millimeters from tire. The load index represents materials. sidewall to sidewall. the load carrying capacity a tire is certified to carry. The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Bead : The tire bead contains Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A steel wires wrapped by steel (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety tire used on light duty trucks and cords that hold the tire onto Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger the rim. includes the Tire Identification vehicles. Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire Number (TIN), an alphanumeric Load Index : An assigned in which the plies are laid at designator which can also number ranging from 1 to 279 alternate angles less than identify the tire manufacturer, that corresponds to the load 90 degrees to the centerline of production plant, brand, and carrying capacity of a tire. date of production. the tread. Maximum Inflation Pressure : Cold Tire Pressure : The GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight The maximum air pressure to Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits amount of air pressure in a tire, 0 which a cold tire can be inflated. measured in kPa (kilopascal) 186. The maximum air pressure is or psi (pounds per square inch) GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight molded onto the sidewall. before a tire has built up heat Rating for the front axle. See Maximum Load Rating : The from driving. See Tire Pressure Vehicle Load Limits 0 186. 0 load rating for a tire at the 285. GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight maximum permissible inflation Curb Weight : The weight of a Rating for the rear axle. See pressure for that tire. 0 motor vehicle with standard and Vehicle Load Limits 186. Maximum Loaded Vehicle optional equipment including the Intended Outboard Sidewall : Weight : The sum of curb maximum capacity of fuel, oil, The side of an asymmetrical tire weight, accessory weight, and coolant, but without that must always face outward vehicle capacity weight, and passengers and cargo. when mounted on a vehicle. production options weight. DOT Markings : A code molded Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric into the sidewall of a tire unit for air pressure. signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Normal Occupant Weight : The tire inflation pressure as shown Treadwear Indicators : Narrow number of occupants a vehicle on the tire placard. See Tire bands, sometimes called wear is designed to seat multiplied by Pressure 0 285 and Vehicle bars, that show across the tread 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load Load Limits 0 186. of a tire when only 1.6 mm (1/ 0 Limits 186. Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic 16 in) of tread remains. See When It Is Time for New Tires Occupant Distribution : tire in which the ply cords that 0 Designated seating positions. extend to the beads are laid at 292. Outward Facing Sidewall : The 90 degrees to the centerline of UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality side of an asymmetrical tire that the tread. Grading Standards) : A tire has a particular side that faces Rim : A metal support for a tire information system that provides outward when mounted on a and upon which the tire beads consumers with ratings for a vehicle. The side of the tire that are seated. tire's traction, temperature, and contains a whitewall, bears treadwear. Ratings are Sidewall : The portion of a tire determined by tire white lettering, or bears between the tread and the bead. manufacturer, brand, and/or manufacturers using model name molding that is Speed Rating : An government testing procedures. higher or deeper than the same alphanumeric code assigned to The ratings are molded into the a tire indicating the maximum sidewall of the tire. See Uniform moldings on the other sidewall 0 of the tire. speed at which a tire can Tire Quality Grading 295. operate. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A Vehicle Capacity Weight : The tire used on passenger cars and Traction : The friction between number of designated seating some light duty trucks and the tire and the road surface. positions multiplied by multipurpose vehicles. The amount of grip provided. 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load Recommended Inflation Tread : The portion of a tire that Limits 0 186. Pressure : Vehicle comes into contact with manufacturer's recommended the road. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Vehicle Maximum Load on the The Tire and Loading Tire : Load on an individual tire Caution Information label on the vehicle due to curb weight, accessory Neither tire underinflation nor indicates the original equipment weight, occupant weight, and overinflation is good. tires and the correct cold tire cargo weight. Underinflated tires, or tires inflation pressures. The Vehicle Placard : A label that do not have enough air, recommended pressure is the permanently attached to a can result in: minimum air pressure needed to support the vehicle's maximum vehicle showing the vehicle . Tire overloading and capacity weight and the original load carrying capacity. See overheating which could Vehicle Load Limits 0 186. equipment tire size and lead to a blowout. recommended inflation pressure. How the vehicle is loaded See “Tire and Loading . Premature or affects vehicle handling and ride Information Label” under Vehicle irregular wear. comfort. Never load the vehicle Load Limits 0 186. . Poor handling. with more weight than it was designed to carry. Tire Pressure . Reduced fuel economy. Overinflated tires, or tires that When to Check Tires need the correct amount of have too much air, can Check your tires once a month air pressure to operate result in: or more. Do not forget to check effectively. the spare tire. If the vehicle has . Unusual wear. a compact spare tire, it should . Poor handling. be at 420 kPa (60 psi). See . Rough ride. Compact Spare Tire 0 311 and Full-Size Spare Tire 0 312. . Needless damage from road hazards. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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How to Check Put the valve caps back on the vehicle and are not the correct tire valve stems to keep out dirt and pressures for the completed Use a good quality pocket-type professional vehicle. gauge to check tire pressure. moisture and prevent leaks. Use Proper tire inflation cannot be only valve caps designed for the vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors Tire Pressure for determined by looking at the tire. High-Speed Operation Check the tire inflation pressure could be damaged and would when the tires are cold, meaning not be covered by the vehicle the vehicle has not been driven warranty. { Warning for at least three hours or no Professional Vehicle Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h more than 1.6 km (1 mi). If the vehicle has P245/45R19 size (100 mph) or higher, puts Remove the valve cap from the tires, the cold inflation pressure is additional strain on tires. tire valve stem. Press the tire 35 psi (241 kPa). Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat buildup gauge firmly onto the valve to If the vehicle has 235/55R18 size get a pressure measurement. tires, the cold inflation pressure and can cause sudden tire failure. If the cold tire inflation pressure depends on the vehicle mass and This could cause a crash, and matches the recommended should be determined by the vehicle you or others could be killed. pressure on the Tire and coach-builder. A Tire and Loading Some high-speed rated tires require inflation pressure Loading Information label, no Information label provided by the final stage manufacturer should be adjustment for high-speed further adjustment is necessary. operation. When speed limits and If the inflation pressure is low, attached to the B-pillar on the driver side of the vehicle. If the final stage road conditions allow the vehicle add air until the recommended manufacturer's label is not present, to be driven at high speeds, make pressure is reached. If the contact the coach-builder. Do not sure the tires are rated for inflation pressure is high, press use the tire pressures indicated on high-speed operation, are in on the metal stem in the center the General Motors label. These tire excellent condition, and are set to of the tire valve to release air. pressures are for the incomplete the correct cold tire inflation Recheck the tire pressure with pressure for the vehicle load. the tire gauge. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Vehicles with P245/45R19 98V size Tire Pressure Monitor Accordingly, when the low tire tires require inflation pressure pressure telltale illuminates, you adjustment when driving the vehicle System should stop and check your tires as at speeds of 160 km/h (100 mph) or The Tire Pressure Monitor System soon as possible, and inflate them higher. Set the cold inflation (TPMS) uses radio and sensor to the proper pressure. Driving on a pressure to 260 kPa (38 psi). technology to check tire pressure significantly under-inflated tire Vehicles with P245/40R20 95V size levels. The TPMS sensors monitor causes the tire to overheat and can tires require inflation pressure the air pressure in your tires and lead to tire failure. Under-inflation adjustment when driving the vehicle transmit tire pressure readings to a also reduces fuel efficiency and tire at speeds of 160 km/h (100 mph) or receiver located in the vehicle. tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping higher. Set the cold inflation Each tire, including the spare (if ability. pressure to 270 kPa (39 psi). provided), should be checked Professional vehicles with 235/ monthly when cold and inflated to Please note that the TPMS is not a 55R18 104H size tires require the inflation pressure recommended substitute for proper tire inflation pressure adjustment when by the vehicle manufacturer on the maintenance, and it is the driver's driving the vehicle at speeds of vehicle placard or tire inflation responsibility to maintain correct tire 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher. Set pressure label. (If your vehicle has pressure, even if under-inflation has the cold inflation pressure to tires of a different size than the size not reached the level to trigger 40 kPa (6 psi) above the indicated on the vehicle placard or illumination of the TPMS low tire recommended cold tire pressure tire inflation pressure label, you pressure telltale. shown on the Tire and Loading should determine the proper tire Your vehicle has also been Information label for the 235/ inflation pressure for those tires.) equipped with a TPMS malfunction 55R18 104H size tires. As an added safety feature, your indicator to indicate when the Return the tires to the vehicle has been equipped with a system is not operating properly. recommended cold tire inflation tire pressure monitoring system The TPMS malfunction indicator is pressure when high-speed driving (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire combined with the low tire pressure has ended. See Vehicle Load Limits pressure telltale when one or more telltale. When the system detects a 0 186 and Tire Pressure 0 285. of your tires is significantly malfunction, the telltale will flash for under-inflated. approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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This sequence will continue upon Tire Pressure Monitor shown on the Tire and Loading subsequent vehicle start-ups as Information label. See Vehicle Load long as the malfunction exists. Operation Limits 0 186. When the malfunction indicator is This vehicle may have a Tire A message to check the pressure in illuminated, the system may not be Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). a specific tire displays in the Driver able to detect or signal low tire The TPMS is designed to warn the Information Center (DIC). The low pressure as intended. TPMS driver when a low tire pressure tire pressure warning light and the malfunctions may occur for a variety condition exists. TPMS sensors are DIC warning message come on at of reasons, including the installation mounted onto each tire and wheel each ignition cycle until the tires are of replacement or alternate tires or assembly, excluding the spare tire inflated to the correct inflation wheels on the vehicle that prevent and wheel assembly. The TPMS pressure. Using the DIC, tire the TPMS from functioning properly. sensors monitor the air pressure in pressure levels can be viewed. For Always check the TPMS malfunction the tires and transmits the tire additional information and details telltale after replacing one or more pressure readings to a receiver about the DIC operation and tires or wheels on your vehicle to located in the vehicle. displays see Driver Information ensure that the replacement or Center (DIC) 0 134. alternate tires and wheels allow the The low tire pressure warning light TPMS to continue to function may come on in cool weather when properly. the vehicle is first started, and then See Tire Pressure Monitor turn off as the vehicle is driven. This Operation 0 288. could be an early indicator that the air pressure is getting low and See Radio Frequency Statement When a low tire pressure condition 0 355. needs to be inflated to the proper is detected, the TPMS illuminates pressure. the low tire pressure warning light on the instrument cluster. If the A Tire and Loading Information warning light comes on, stop as label, attached to your vehicle, soon as possible and inflate the shows the size of the original tires to the recommended pressure equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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they are cold. See Vehicle Load sensors. See Tire Sealant and successfully. See “TPMS Sensor Limits 0 186, for an example of the Compressor Kit 0 299 for Matching Process” later in this Tire and Loading Information label information regarding the inflator kit section. and its location. Also see Tire materials and instructions. . The TPMS sensor matching Pressure 0 285. TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not The TPMS can warn about a low Message completed successfully after tire pressure condition but it does rotating the tires. The not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly malfunction light and the DIC maintenance. See Tire Inspection if one or more of the TPMS sensors message should go off after 0 291, Tire Rotation 0 291 and Tires are missing or inoperable. When the successfully completing the 0 277. system detects a malfunction, the sensor matching process. See low tire warning light flashes for "TPMS Sensor Matching Caution about one minute and then stays on Process" later in this section. for the remainder of the ignition . One or more TPMS sensors are Tire sealant materials are not all cycle. A DIC warning message also displays. The malfunction light and missing or damaged. The the same. A non-approved tire malfunction light and the DIC sealant could damage the TPMS DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem message should go off when the sensors. TPMS sensor damage is corrected. Some of the conditions TPMS sensors are installed and caused by using an incorrect tire that can cause these to come the sensor matching process is sealant is not covered by the on are: performed successfully. See vehicle warranty. Always use only your dealer for service. the GM approved tire sealant . One of the road tires has been replaced with the spare tire. The . Replacement tires or wheels do available through your dealer or not match the original equipment included in the vehicle. spare tire does not have a TPMS sensor. The malfunction tires or wheels. Tires and wheels light and DIC message should other than those recommended Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits go off after the road tire is could prevent the TPMS from use a GM approved liquid tire replaced and the sensor functioning properly. See Buying 0 sealant. Using non-approved tire matching process is performed New Tires 293. sealants could damage the TPMS Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Operating electronic devices or passenger side front tire, passenger through the Settings menu. being near facilities using radio side rear tire, and driver side rear. See Driver Information Center wave frequencies similar to the See your dealer for service or to (DIC) 0 134. TPMS could cause the TPMS purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS 4. Use the five-way DIC control sensors to malfunction. relearn tool can also be purchased. on the right side of the steering If the TPMS is not functioning See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor wheel to scroll to the Tire properly it cannot detect or signal a Activation Tool at Pressure screen under the DIC low tire condition. See your dealer www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or info page. See Driver for service if the TPMS malfunction call 1-800-GM TOOLS Information Center (DIC) 0 134. (1-800-468-6657). light and DIC message comes on 5. Press and hold the SEL button and stays on. There are two minutes to match the in the center of the five-way first tire/wheel position, and DIC control. TPMS Sensor Matching five minutes overall to match all four Process tire/wheel positions. If it takes The horn sounds twice to Each TPMS sensor has a unique longer, the matching process stops signal the receiver is in relearn identification code. The identification and must be restarted. mode and the TIRE code needs to be matched to a new LEARNING ACTIVE message The TPMS sensor matching displays on the DIC screen. tire/wheel position after rotating the process is: vehicle’s tires or replacing one or 6. Start with the driver side more of the TPMS sensors. The 1. Set the parking brake. front tire. TPMS sensor matching process 2. Place the vehicle power mode 7. Place the relearn tool against should also be performed after in ON/RUN/START. See the tire sidewall, near the valve replacing a spare tire with a road 0 Ignition Positions 190. stem. Then press the button to tire containing the TPMS sensor. 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure activate the TPMS sensor. The malfunction light and the DIC info display option is turned on. A horn chirp confirms that the message should go off at the next The info displays on the DIC sensor identification code has ignition cycle. The sensors are can be turned on and off been matched to this tire and matched to the tire/wheel positions, wheel position. using a TPMS relearn tool, in the following order: driver side front tire, Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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8. Proceed to the passenger side Replace the tire if: Tires are rotated to achieve a front tire, and repeat Step 7. . The indicators at three or more uniform wear for all tires. 9. Proceed to the passenger side more places around the tire The first rotation is the most rear tire, and repeat Step 7. can be seen. important. 10. Proceed to the driver side rear . There is cord or fabric Anytime unusual wear is tire, and repeat Step 7. The noticed, rotate the tires as soon horn sounds two times to showing through the tire's rubber. as possible, check for proper tire indicate the sensor inflation pressure, and check for identification code has been . The tread or sidewall is damaged tires or wheels. If the matched to the driver side rear cracked, cut, or snagged unusual wear continues after the tire, and the TPMS sensor deep enough to show cord or matching process is no longer rotation, check the wheel active. The TIRE LEARNING fabric. alignment. See When It Is Time 0 ACTIVE message on the DIC . The tire has a bump, bulge, for New Tires 292 and Wheel display screen goes off. or split. Replacement 0 296. 11. Shut the ignition off. . The tire has a puncture, cut, 12. Set all four tires to the or other damage that cannot recommended air pressure be repaired well because of level as indicated on the Tire the size or location of the and Loading Information label. damage. Tire Inspection Tire Rotation We recommend that the tires, Tires should be rotated every including the spare tire, if the 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See vehicle has one, be inspected Maintenance Schedule 0 330. for signs of wear or damage at least once a month. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires. Warning (Continued) Do not include the spare tire in off and cause an accident. When the tire rotation. changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the Adjust the front and rear tires to wheel attaches to the vehicle. In the recommended inflation an emergency, a cloth or a paper pressure on the Tire and towel can be used; however, use Loading Information label after a scraper or wire brush later to the tires have been rotated. See remove all rust or dirt. Tire Pressure 0 285 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 186. Lightly coat the center of the Treadwear indicators are one way to Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor wheel hub with wheel bearing tell when it is time for new tires. System. See Tire Pressure grease after a wheel change or Treadwear indicators appear when Monitor Operation 0 288. tire rotation to prevent corrosion the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or rust build-up. Do not get or less of tread remaining. See Tire Check that all wheel nuts are 0 grease on the flat wheel Inspection 291 and Tire Rotation properly tightened. See “Wheel 0 291. Nut Torque” under Capacities mounting surface or on the and Specifications 0 343. wheel nuts or bolts. The rubber in tires ages over time. This also applies to the spare tire, When It Is Time for New if the vehicle has one, even if it is { Warning never used. Multiple factors Tires including temperatures, loading Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the conditions, and inflation pressure parts to which it is fastened, can Factors such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, maintenance affect how fast aging make wheel nuts become loose vehicle loading, and road conditions takes place. GM recommends that after time. The wheel could come affect the wear rate of the tires. tires, including the spare if (Continued) equipped, be replaced after six years, regardless of tread wear. The Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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tire manufacture date is the last four Buying New Tires will be followed by MS for mud digits of the DOT Tire Identification and snow. See Tire Sidewall Number (TIN) which is molded into GM has developed and matched Labeling 0 279. one side of the tire sidewall. The specific tires for the vehicle. The first two digits represent the week original equipment tires installed GM recommends replacing worn (01–52) and the last two digits, the were designed to meet General tires in complete sets of four. year. For example, the third week of Motors Tire Performance Criteria Uniform tread depth on all tires the year 2010 would have a Specification (TPC Spec) will help to maintain the four-digit DOT date of 0310. system rating. When performance of the vehicle. Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, Braking and handling GM strongly recommends performance may be adversely Tires age when stored normally buying tires with the same TPC affected if all the tires are not mounted on a parked vehicle. Park replaced at the same time. a vehicle that will be stored for at Spec rating. If proper rotation and least a month in a cool, dry, clean GM's exclusive TPC Spec area away from direct sunlight to maintenance have been done, system considers over a dozen all four tires should wear out at slow aging. This area should be free critical specifications that impact of grease, gasoline, or other about the same time. See Tire the overall performance of the substances that can deteriorate Rotation 0 291. However, if it is rubber. vehicle, including brake system necessary to replace only one performance, ride and handling, Parking for an extended period can axle set of worn tires, place the traction control, and tire new tires on the rear axle. cause flat spots on the tires that pressure monitoring may result in vibrations while performance. GM's TPC Spec Winter tires with the same speed driving. When storing a vehicle for rating as the original equipment at least a month, remove the tires or number is molded onto the tire's raise the vehicle to reduce the sidewall near the tire size. If the tires may not be available for H, weight from the tires. tires have an all-season tread V, W, Y and ZR speed rated design, the TPC Spec number tires. Never exceed the winter Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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tires’ maximum speed capability The Tire and Loading when using winter tires with a { Warning Information label indicates the lower speed rating. Using bias-ply tires on the original equipment tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 { Warning rim flanges to develop cracks 186. Tires could explode during after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail Different Size Tires and improper service. Attempting Wheels to mount or dismount a tire suddenly and cause a crash. could cause injury or death. Use only radial-ply tires with If wheels or tires are installed that Only your dealer or authorized the wheels on the vehicle. are a different size than the original tire service center should equipment wheels and tires, vehicle If the vehicle tires must be performance, including its braking, mount or dismount the tires. ride and handling characteristics, replaced with a tire that does not stability, and resistance to rollover have a TPC Spec number, make may be affected. If the vehicle has sure they are the same size, { Warning electronic systems such as antilock load range, speed rating, and brakes, rollover airbags, traction Mixing tires of different sizes, construction (radial) as the control, electronic stability control, brands, or types may cause original tires. or All-Wheel Drive, the performance loss of control of the vehicle, of these systems can also be Vehicles that have a tire affected. resulting in a crash or other pressure monitoring system vehicle damage. Use the could give an inaccurate { Warning correct size, brand, and type low-pressure warning if non-TPC of tires on all wheels. Spec rated tires are installed. If different sized wheels are used, See Tire Pressure Monitor there may not be an acceptable System 0 287. level of performance and safety if (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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most passenger car tires. The Treadwear 200 Traction AA Warning (Continued) Uniform Tire Quality Grading Temperature A tires not recommended for those (UTQG) system does not apply All Passenger Car Tires Must wheels are selected. This to deep tread, winter tires, Conform to Federal Safety increases the chance of a crash compact spare tires, tires with Requirements In Addition To and serious injury. Only use GM nominal rim diameters of These Grades. specific wheel and tire systems 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), developed for the vehicle, and or to some limited-production Treadwear have them properly installed by a tires. The treadwear grade is a GM certified technician. While the tires available on comparative rating based on the General Motors passenger cars wear rate of the tire when tested See Buying New Tires 0 293 and and light trucks may vary with under controlled conditions on a Accessories and Modifications respect to these grades, they specified government test 0 243. must also conform to federal course. For example, a tire safety requirements and graded 150 would wear one and Uniform Tire Quality additional General Motors Tire one-half (1½) times as well on Grading Performance Criteria (TPC) the government course as a tire standards. graded 100. The relative The following information relates performance of tires depends to the system developed by the Quality grades can be found upon the actual conditions of United States National Highway where applicable on the tire their use, however, and may Traffic Safety Administration sidewall between tread shoulder depart significantly from the (NHTSA), which grades tires by and maximum section width. For norm due to variations in driving treadwear, traction, and example: habits, service practices and temperature performance. This differences in road applies only to vehicles sold in characteristics and climate. the United States. The grades are molded on the sidewalls of Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Traction laboratory test wheel. Sustained Wheel Alignment and Tire The traction grades, from high temperature can cause the Balance highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and The tires and wheels were aligned and C. Those grades represent and balanced at the factory to the tire's ability to stop on wet excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade provide the longest tire life and best pavement as measured under overall performance. Adjustments to controlled conditions on C corresponds to a level of wheel alignment and tire balancing specified government test performance which all are not necessary on a regular surfaces of asphalt and passenger car tires must meet basis. Consider an alignment check concrete. A tire marked C may under the Federal Motor Safety if there is unusual tire wear or the have poor traction performance. Standard No. 109. Grades B and vehicle is significantly pulling to one A represent higher levels of side or the other. Some slight pull to Warning: The traction grade the left or right, depending on the assigned to this tire is based on performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum crown of the road and/or other road straight-ahead braking traction surface variations such as troughs tests, and does not include required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is acceleration, cornering, vibrating when driving on a smooth hydroplaning, or peak traction established for a tire that is road, the tires and wheels may need characteristics. properly inflated and not to be rebalanced. See your dealer overloaded. Excessive speed, for proper diagnosis. Temperature underinflation, or excessive The temperature grades are A loading, either separately or in Wheel Replacement combination, can cause heat (the highest), B, and C, Replace any wheel that is bent, representing the tire's resistance buildup and possible tire failure. cracked, or badly rusted or to the generation of heat and its corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming ability to dissipate heat when loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and tested under controlled wheel nuts should be replaced. conditions on a specified indoor If the wheel leaks air, replace it. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Some aluminum wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if any of Caution Warning (Continued) these conditions exist. The wrong wheel can also cause When replacing wheels, use a Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake new GM original equipment wheel that is needed. cooling, speedometer or wheel. Each new wheel should have the odometer calibration, headlamp same load-carrying capacity, aim, bumper height, vehicle diameter, width, offset, and be ground clearance, and tire or tire Tire Chains mounted the same way as the one it chain clearance to the body and replaces. chassis. { Warning Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Do not use tire chains. There is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor Professional vehicle wheels have a not enough clearance. Tire chains System (TPMS) sensors with new unique offset and bolt hole diameter. used on a vehicle without the GM original equipment parts. Professional vehicle wheels have proper amount of clearance can six wheel nuts. Non-professional cause damage to the brakes, { Warning vehicle wheels have five wheel nuts. suspension, or other vehicle See Tire Changing 0 307. parts. The area damaged by the Using the wrong replacement tire chains could cause loss of wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Used Replacement Wheels control and a crash. nuts can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of { Warning Use another type of traction the vehicle. Tires can lose air, device only if its manufacturer and cause loss of control, causing Replacing a wheel with a used recommends it for the vehicle's a crash. Always use the correct one is dangerous. How it has tire size combination and road wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel been used or how far it has been conditions. Follow that nuts for replacement. driven may be unknown. It could manufacturer's instructions. To fail suddenly and cause a crash. avoid vehicle damage, drive slow (Continued) (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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used in a skid. Stop pressing the Warning (Continued) accelerator pedal and steer to { Warning straighten the vehicle. It may be and readjust or remove the very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake Lifting a vehicle and getting under traction device if it contacts the to a stop, well off the road, it to do maintenance or repairs is vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. if possible. dangerous without the If traction devices are used, install appropriate safety equipment and them on the front tires. { Warning training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for If a Tire Goes Flat Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could It is unusual for a tire to blow out Re-inflating a tire after it has been be badly injured or killed if the while driving, especially if the tires driven on while severely vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack are maintained properly. See Tires underinflated or flat may cause a is provided with the vehicle, only 0 277. If air goes out of a tire, it is blowout and a serious crash. use it for changing a flat tire. much more likely to leak out slowly. Never attempt to re-inflate a tire But if there is ever a blowout, here that has been driven on while If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire are a few tips about what to expect severely underinflated or flat. and what to do: and wheel damage by driving slowly Have your dealer or an authorized to a level place, well off the road, If a front tire fails, the flat tire tire service center repair or if possible. Turn on the hazard creates a drag that pulls the vehicle replace the flat tire as soon as warning flashers. See Hazard toward that side. Take your foot off possible. Warning Flashers 0 164. the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to { Warning maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop, well off the Changing a tire can be road, if possible. dangerous. The vehicle can slip A rear blowout, particularly on a off the jack and roll over or fall curve, acts much like a skid and (Continued) may require the same correction as Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Then see Tire Changing 0 307. To Tire Sealant and Warning (Continued) use the tire sealant and compressor kit, see Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit causing injury or death. Find a Compressor Kit 0 299. level place to change the tire. To { Warning help prevent the vehicle from When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), moving: use the following example as a Idling a vehicle in an enclosed guide to assist you in the placement 1. Set the parking brake firmly. area with poor ventilation is of wheel blocks (1), if equipped. dangerous. Engine exhaust may 2. Put an automatic enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust transmission in P (Park) or a contains carbon monoxide (CO) 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 4. Do not allow passengers to more information, see Engine remain in the vehicle. Exhaust 0 196. 5. Place wheel blocks, 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) if equipped, on both sides of 2. Flat Tire the tire at the opposite The following information explains { Warning corner of the tire being how to repair or change a tire. changed. Overinflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture and you or This vehicle may come with a jack others could be injured. Be sure and spare tire or a tire sealant and to read and follow the tire sealant compressor kit. To use the jacking and compressor kit instructions equipment to change a spare tire and inflate the tire to its safely, follow the instructions below. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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The tire sealant and compressor The kit includes: Warning (Continued) can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in recommended pressure. Do not the tread area of the tire. It can also exceed the recommended be used to inflate an pressure. underinflated tire. If the tire has been separated from the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, { Warning or has a large puncture, the tire is too severely damaged for the tire Storing the tire sealant and sealant and compressor kit to be compressor kit or other effective. See Roadside Service equipment in the passenger 0 348. compartment of the vehicle could Read and follow all of the tire cause injury. In a sudden stop or sealant and compressor kit collision, loose equipment could instructions. strike someone. Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location.

If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire or tire changing equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire. 1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Air Only) 2. On/Off Button Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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3. Pressure Gauge Using the Tire Sealant and 4. Pressure Deflation Button Compressor Kit to Temporarily 5. Tire Sealant Canister Seal and Inflate a 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) Punctured Tire 7. Air Only Hose (Black) Follow the directions closely for 8. Power Plug correct sealant usage. 9. Canister Release Button (Under Sealant/Air Hose) Tire Sealant Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer. See “Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister” following. There is only enough sealant to seal one tire. After usage, the sealant canister and sealant/air hose assembly must be replaced. See 1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air “Removal and Installation of the or Air Only) Sealant Canister” following. 2. On/Off Button 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Pressure Deflation Button Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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5. Tire Sealant Canister 3. Place the kit on the ground. 8. Press and turn the selector 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) Make sure the tire valve stem switch (1) counterclockwise to 7. Air Only Hose (Black) is positioned close to the the Sealant + Air position. 8. Power Plug ground so the hose will 9. Press the on/off button (2) to 9. Canister Release Button reach it. turn the tire sealant and (Under Sealant/Air Hose) 4. Remove the valve stem cap compressor kit on. When using the tire sealant and from the flat tire by turning it The compressor will inject compressor kit during cold counterclockwise. sealant and air into the tire. temperatures, warm the kit in a 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (6) The pressure gauge (3) will heated environment for five minutes. onto the tire valve stem. Turn it initially show a high pressure This will help to inflate the tire clockwise until it is tight. while the compressor pushes faster. 6. Plug the power plug (8) into the the sealant into the tire. Once If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire accessory power outlet in the the sealant is completely and wheel damage by driving slowly vehicle. Unplug all items from dispersed into the tire, the to a level place. Turn on the hazard other accessory power outlets. pressure will quickly drop and warning flashers. See Hazard See Power Outlets 0 111. start to rise again as the tire Warning Flashers 0 164. inflates with air only. If the vehicle has an accessory See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 298 for power outlet, do not use the 10. Inflate the tire to the other important safety warnings. cigarette lighter. recommended inflation Do not remove any objects that pressure using the pressure If the vehicle only has a have penetrated the tire. gauge (3). The recommended cigarette lighter, use the inflation pressure can be found 1. Remove the tire sealant and cigarette lighter. on the Tire and Loading compressor kit from its storage Do not pinch the power plug Information label. See Tire location. See Storing the Tire 0 cord in the door or window. Pressure 285. Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 306. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle The pressure gauge (3) may must be running while using read higher than the actual tire 2. Unwrap the sealant/air hose (6) the air compressor. pressure while the compressor and the power plug (8). Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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is on. Turn the compressor off therefore, Steps 12–18 must be maximum speed label from the to get an accurate pressure done immediately after sealant canister (5) and place it reading. The compressor may Step 11. in a highly visible location. Do be turned on/off until the Be careful while handling the not exceed the speed on this correct pressure is reached. tire sealant and compressor kit label until the damaged tire is as it could be warm after repaired or replaced. Caution usage. 17. Return the equipment to its 12. Unplug the power plug (8) from original storage location in the If the recommended pressure vehicle. cannot be reached after the accessory power outlet in approximately 25 minutes, the the vehicle. 18. Immediately drive the vehicle vehicle should not be driven 13. Turn the sealant/air hose (6) 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the farther. The tire is too severely counterclockwise to remove it sealant in the tire. damaged and the tire sealant and from the tire valve stem. 19. Stop at a safe location and compressor kit cannot inflate the 14. Replace the tire valve check the tire pressure. Refer tire. Remove the power plug from stem cap. to Steps 1–11 under “Using the the accessory power outlet and Tire Sealant and Compressor unscrew the inflating hose from 15. Replace the sealant/air hose Kit without Sealant to Inflate a (6), and the power plug (8) the tire valve. See Roadside Tire (Not Punctured).” back in their original location. Service 0 348. If the tire pressure has fallen more than 68 kPa (10 psi) 11. Press the on/off button (2) to below the recommended turn the tire sealant and inflation pressure, stop driving compressor kit off. the vehicle. The tire is too severely damaged and the tire The tire is not sealed and will sealant cannot seal the tire. continue to leak air until the See Roadside Service 0 348. vehicle is driven and the 16. If the flat tire was able to inflate sealant is distributed in the tire, to the recommended inflation pressure, remove the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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If the tire pressure has not Using the Tire Sealant and dropped more than 68 kPa Compressor Kit without (10 psi) from the recommended Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not inflation pressure, inflate the Punctured) tire to the recommended inflation pressure. To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant: 20. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, tire, and vehicle. 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. 22. Replace with a new canister assembly available from your dealer. 23. After temporarily sealing the tire using the tire sealant and compressor kit, take the vehicle to an authorized dealer within 161 km (100 mi) of driving to have the tire repaired or replaced. 1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or Air Only) 2. On/Off Button 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Pressure Deflation Button Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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5. Tire Sealant Canister 4. Remove the tire valve stem 9. Press the on/off button (2) to 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) cap from the flat tire by turning turn the compressor on. 7. Air Only Hose (Black) it counterclockwise. The compressor will inflate the 8. Power Plug 5. Attach the air only hose (7) tire with air only. 9. Canister Release Button onto the tire valve stem by 10. Inflate the tire to the (Under Sealant/Air Hose) turning it clockwise until it is recommended inflation If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire tight. pressure using the pressure and wheel damage by driving slowly 6. Plug the power plug (8) into the gauge (3). The recommended to a level place. Turn on the hazard accessory power outlet in the inflation pressure can be found warning flashers. See Hazard vehicle. Unplug all items from on the Tire and Loading Warning Flashers 0 164. other accessory power outlets. Information label. See Tire 0 0 See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 298 for See Power Outlets 111. Pressure 285. other important safety warnings. If the vehicle has an accessory The pressure gauge (3) may 1. Remove the tire sealant and power outlet, do not use the read higher than the actual tire compressor kit from its storage cigarette lighter. pressure while the compressor location. See Storing the Tire If the vehicle only has a is on. Turn the compressor off Sealant and Compressor Kit cigarette lighter, use the to get an accurate reading. The 0 306. cigarette lighter. compressor may be turned on/ off until the correct pressure is 2. Unwrap the air only hose (7) Do not pinch the power plug reached. and the power plug (8). cord in the door or window. If you inflate the tire higher 3. Place the kit on the ground. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle than the recommended Make sure the tire valve stem must be running while using pressure you can adjust the is positioned close to the the air compressor. excess pressure by pressing ground so the hose will 8. Press and turn the selector the pressure deflation reach it. switch (1) clockwise to the Air button (4) until the proper Only position. pressure reading is reached. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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This option is only functional 4. Replace with a new canister when using the air only which is available from your hose (7). dealer. 11. Press the on/off button (2) to 5. Push the new canister into turn the tire sealant and place. compressor kit off. Be careful while handling the Storing the Tire Sealant tire sealant and compressor kit and Compressor Kit as it could be warm after To access the tire sealant and usage. compressor kit: 12. Unplug the power plug (8) from 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk the accessory power outlet in The tire sealant and compressor kit 0 40. the vehicle. has an accessory adapter located in 2. Lift the cover. 13. Disconnect the air only hose a compartment on the bottom of its (7) from the tire valve stem, by housing that may be used to inflate turning it counterclockwise, and air mattresses, balls, etc. replace the tire valve stem cap. Removal and Installation of the 14. Replace the air only hose (7) Sealant Canister and the power plug (8) and cord back in its original To remove the sealant canister: location. 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 15. Place the equipment in the 2. Press the canister release original storage location in the button (9). vehicle. 3. Pull up and remove the canister. 3. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to remove it. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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4. Remove the tire sealant and 2. Remove the spare tire cover. Removing the Flat Tire and compressor kit. Installing the Spare Tire To store the tire sealant and 1. Do a safety check before compressor kit, reverse the steps. proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 298. Tire Changing 2. Turn the wheel wrench Removing the Spare Tire and counterclockwise to loosen and Tools remove the wheel nut caps.

3. Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise and remove the spare tire. Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed. 4. The jack and tools are stored below the spare tire. Remove them from their container and 3. Turn the wheel wrench 1. Jack place them near the tire being changed. counterclockwise to loosen all 2. Wrench the wheel nuts, but do not 3. Tow Hook (If Equipped) If this is a professional vehicle, see remove them yet. 4. Fastener Rod the Coachbuilder’s Owner Manual 4. Place the jack near the flat tire. To access the spare tire and tools: for information on the spare tire and tools storage and location. 5. Put the compact spare tire 1. Open the trunk. near you. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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{ Warning { Warning

Getting under a vehicle when it is Lifting a vehicle and getting under lifted on a jack is dangerous. it to do maintenance or repairs is If the vehicle slips off the jack, dangerous without the you could be badly injured or appropriate safety equipment and killed. Never get under a vehicle training. If a jack is provided with when it is supported only by the vehicle, it is designed only for a jack. changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack 8. Position the jack lift head at the { Warning is provided with the vehicle, only jack location nearest the flat Raising the vehicle with the jack use it for changing a flat tire. tire, as shown. The jack must improperly positioned can not be used in any other damage the vehicle and even 6. Place the hex tube end of the position. make the vehicle fall. To help wrench over the hex head of avoid personal injury and vehicle the jack. damage, be sure to fit the jack lift 7. Place the jack under the head into the proper location vehicle. before raising the vehicle. Caution

Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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

9. Raise the vehicle by turning the 10. Remove all of the wheel nuts. jack handle clockwise. Raise 11. Remove the flat tire. the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the road tire to clear { Warning the ground. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose 12. Remove any rust or dirt from after time. The wheel could come the wheel bolts, mounting off and cause an accident. When surfaces, and spare wheel. changing a wheel, remove any 13. Place the compact spare tire rust or dirt from places where the on the wheel-mounting surface. wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Never use oil or grease on bolts nuts. See Capacities and or nuts because the nuts might Specifications 0 343 for original come loose. The vehicle's wheel equipment wheel nut torque could fall off, causing a crash. specifications.

14. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until Caution the wheel is held against the hub. Improperly tightened wheel nuts 15. Lower the vehicle by turning can lead to brake pulsation and the jack handle rotor damage. To avoid expensive counterclockwise. brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper { Warning sequence and to the proper torque specification. See Wheel nuts that are improperly or Capacities and Specifications incorrectly tightened can cause 0 343 for the wheel nut torque the wheels to become loose or specification. come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing. Follow the torque 16. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in specification supplied by the a crisscross sequence, as aftermarket manufacturer when shown. using accessory locking wheel (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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17. Lower the jack all the way and The compact spare is for temporary remove the jack from under the use only. Replace the compact vehicle. spare tire with a full-size tire as 18. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly soon as you can. with the wheel wrench. Compact Spare Tire Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools { Warning { Warning Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could Storing a jack, a tire, or other result in loss of braking and equipment in the passenger 1. Turn the wrench handling. This could lead to a compartment of the vehicle could counterclockwise to remove the crash and you or others could be cause injury. In a sudden stop or fastener rod. injured. Use only one compact collision, loose equipment could 2. Replace the fastener rod with spare tire at a time. strike someone. Store all these in the one provided in the foam. the proper place. 3. Turn the wrench clockwise to If this vehicle has a compact spare tighten the fastener rod. tire, it was fully inflated when new; however, it can lose air over time. 4. Replace the foam, jack and Check the inflation pressure tools, and the tire. regularly. It should be 420 kPa 5. Turn the retainer nut clockwise (60 psi). to secure the tire. Stop as soon as possible and check 6. Place the floor cover on the that the spare tire is correctly wheel. inflated after being installed on the To store the compact spare tire, use vehicle. The compact spare tire is the shorter mounting bolt. designed for temporary use only. The vehicle will perform differently Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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with the spare tire installed and it is Do not mix the compact spare tire or perform well at speeds up to recommended that the vehicle wheel with other wheels or tires. 112 km/h (70 mph) at the speed be limited to 80 km/h They will not fit. Keep the spare tire recommended inflation pressure, so (50 mph). To conserve the tread of and its wheel together. you can finish your trip. the spare tire, have the standard tire Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as Caution repaired or replaced and installed convenient and return the spare tire back onto the vehicle as soon as to the storage area. Tire chains will not fit the compact possible so the spare tire will be When using a compact spare tire, spare. Using them can damage available in case it is needed again. the ABS and Traction Control the vehicle and the chains. Do not Do not mix tires and wheels of systems may engage until the spare use tire chains on the compact different sizes, because they will not tire is recognized by the vehicle, spare. fit. Keep the spare tire and its wheel especially on slippery roads. Adjust together. driving to reduce possible wheel slip. Full-Size Spare Tire If this vehicle came with a full-size Caution spare tire, it was fully inflated when new, however, it can lose air over When the compact spare is time. Check the inflation pressure installed, do not take the vehicle regularly. See Tire Pressure 0 285 through an automatic car wash and Vehicle Load Limits 0 186 for with guide rails. The compact information regarding proper tire spare can get caught on the rails inflation and loading the vehicle. For which can damage the tire, wheel, instructions on how to remove, and other parts of the vehicle. install, or store a spare tire, see Tire Changing 0 307. Do not use the compact spare on After installing the spare tire on the other vehicles. vehicle, stop as soon as possible and check that the spare is correctly inflated. The spare tire is made to Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Vehicle Care 313 Jump Starting The vehicle has a battery cover { Warning which must be removed to gain access to the battery for jump Jump Starting - North Batteries can hurt you. They can starting. America be dangerous because: For more information about the . They contain acid that can vehicle battery, see Battery - North burn you. America 0 264. . They contain gas that can If the battery has run down, try to explode or ignite. use another vehicle and some . They contain enough jumper cables to start your vehicle. electricity to burn you. Be sure to use the following steps to If you do not follow these steps do it safely. exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you. { Warning

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related Caution 1. Clips accessories contain lead and lead 2. Pivot Points compounds, chemicals known to Ignoring these steps could result To remove the battery cover: the State of California to cause in costly damage to the vehicle 1. Release the two rear clips (1). cancer and birth defects or other that would not be covered by the reproductive harm. Batteries also vehicle warranty. Trying to start 2. Lift the battery cover up toward contain other chemicals known to the vehicle by pushing or pulling it the front of the vehicle to the State of California to cause will not work, and it could damage release it from the pivot cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER the vehicle. points (2) and remove. HANDLING. See California 3. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to Proposition 65 Warning 0 243. reinstall the battery cover. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Caution

If the other vehicle does not have a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a negative ground for jump starting.

2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching. The vehicle has a remote The vehicle has a remote negative 3. Set the parking brake firmly. positive (+) terminal under a trim (−) ground location. It is located on Vehicles with an automatic cover. It is under the battery cover the driver side of the engine transmission should be in on the driver side of the engine compartment. See Engine P (Park). See Shifting Into Park compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 246. 0 195. Compartment Overview 0 246. Always use this remote ground Always use this remote positive location, instead of the terminal on Caution terminal. the battery. These posts are used instead of a If any accessories are left on or direct connection to the battery. plugged in during the jump starting procedure, they could be 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery damaged. The repairs would not with a negative ground system. be covered by the vehicle warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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4. Turn the ignition to OFF and 8. Connect the other end of the switch off all lights and Warning (Continued) black negative (–) cable to the accessories in both vehicles, remote negative (–) post for the except the hazard warning your eyes or on your skin, flush discharged battery. flashers if needed. the place with water and get medical help immediately. 9. Start the engine in the vehicle with the good battery and run { Warning the engine at idle speed for at least four minutes. An electric fan can start up even { Warning when the engine is not running 10. Try to start the vehicle that had and can injure you. Keep hands, Fans or other moving engine the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it clothing, and tools away from any parts can injure you badly. Keep probably needs service. underhood electric fan. your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. Caution { Warning 5. Connect one end of the red If the jumper cables are positive (+) cable to the jump connected or removed in the Using a match near a battery can start remote positive (+) wrong order, electrical shorting cause battery gas to explode. terminal for the discharged may occur and damage the People have been hurt doing this, battery. vehicle. The repairs would not be and some have been blinded. 6. Connect the other end of the covered by the vehicle warranty. Use a flashlight if you need more red positive (+) cable to the Always connect and remove the light. positive (+) terminal of the jumper cables in the correct order, Battery fluid contains acid that good battery. making sure that the cables do can burn you. Do not get it on 7. Connect one end of the black not touch each other or other metal. you. If you accidentally get it in negative (–) cable to the (Continued) negative (–) terminal of the good battery. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

316 Vehicle Care Jumper Cable Removal Towing the Vehicle Recreational Vehicle Reverse the sequence exactly when Towing removing the jumper cables. Caution Recreational vehicle towing means After starting the disabled vehicle towing the vehicle behind another and removing the jumper cables, Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle such as a motor home. The allow it to idle for several minutes. vehicle may cause damage. The two most common types of damage would not be covered by recreational vehicle towing are the vehicle warranty. known as dinghy towing and dolly Do not lash or hook to towing. Dinghy towing is towing the suspension components. Use the vehicle with all four wheels on the proper straps around the tires to ground. Dolly towing is towing the secure the vehicle. vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly. Have the vehicle towed on a wheel lift tow truck. A flatbed car carrier Here are some important things to could damage the vehicle. The consider before recreational vehicle wheel lift tow truck must raise the towing: rear of the vehicle and wheel dollies . What is the towing capacity of must be used to lift the front wheels the towing vehicle? Be sure to off the ground. read the tow vehicle Consult your dealer or a manufacturer's professional towing service if the recommendations. disabled vehicle must be towed. . What is the distance that will be traveled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Is the proper towing equipment Dinghy Towing towed, a dolly should be used. See going to be used? See your the following information on dolly dealer or trailering professional towing. for additional advice and equipment recommendations. Dolly Towing from the Front (Front-Wheel Drive) . Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed.

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Use of a shield mounted in front of the vehicle grille could restrict airflow and cause damage to the Caution transmission. The repairs would If the vehicle is towed with all four not be covered by the vehicle wheels on the ground, the warranty. If using a shield, only drivetrain components could be use one that attaches to the Vehicles with front-wheel drive can damaged. The repairs would not be dolly towed from the front. towing vehicle. be covered by the vehicle To dolly tow the vehicle from the warranty. Do not tow the vehicle front: with all four wheels on the ground. 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer instructions. The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the 2. Drive the front wheels onto the ground. If the vehicle must be dolly. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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3. Shift the transmission to Dolly Towing from the Front Dolly Towing from the Rear P (Park). (All-Wheel Drive) 4. Firmly set the parking brake. 5. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight-ahead position. 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer instructions. 7. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing The vehicle cannot be dolly towed vehicle. Vehicles with All-Wheel Drive from the rear. 8. Turn the ignition to OFF. cannot be dolly towed. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Vehicle Care 319 Appearance Care If using an automatic car wash, Caution (Continued) follow the car wash instructions. The windshield wiper and rear window Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all wiper, if equipped, must be off. manufacturer directions regarding Locks Remove any accessories that may correct product usage, necessary be damaged or interfere with the car Locks are lubricated at the factory. safety precautions, and wash equipment. Use a de-icing agent only when appropriate disposal of any absolutely necessary, and have the vehicle care product. Rinse the vehicle well, before locks greased after using. See washing and after, to remove all Recommended Fluids and cleaning agents completely. If they Lubricants 0 339. are allowed to dry on the surface, Caution they could stain. Washing the Vehicle Dry the finish with a soft, clean Avoid using high-pressure To preserve the vehicle's finish, chamois or an all-cotton towel to wash it often and out of direct washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) avoid surface scratches and water sunlight. to the surface of the vehicle. Use spotting. of power washers exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result Finish Care Caution in damage or removal of paint Application of aftermarket clearcoat Do not use petroleum-based, and decals. sealant/wax materials is not acidic, or abrasive cleaning recommended. If painted surfaces are damaged, see your dealer to agents as they can damage the The e symbol is on any vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic have the damage assessed and underhood compartment electrical repaired. Foreign materials such as parts. If damage occurs, it would center that should not be power not be covered by the vehicle calcium chloride and other salts, ice washed. This could cause damage melting agents, road oil and tar, tree warranty. Approved cleaning that would not be covered by the products can be obtained from sap, bird droppings, chemicals from vehicle warranty. industrial chimneys, etc., can (Continued) damage the vehicle's finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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the vehicle as soon as possible. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal . Do not use cleaners that are not If necessary, use non-abrasive Moldings intended for automotive use. cleaners that are marked safe for . Use a nonabrasive wax on the painted surfaces to remove foreign Caution vehicle after washing to protect matter. and extend the molding finish. Occasional hand waxing or mild Failure to clean and protect the polishing should be done to remove bright metal moldings can result Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ residue from the paint finish. See in a hazy white finish or pitting. Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and your dealer for approved cleaning This damage would not be Stripes products. covered by the vehicle warranty. Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Do not apply waxes or polishes to soft cloth, and a car washing soap uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, The bright metal moldings on the to clean exterior lamps, lenses, decals, simulated wood, or flat paint vehicle are aluminum, chrome or emblems, decals, and stripes. as damage can occur. stainless steel. To prevent damage Follow instructions under "Washing always follow these cleaning the Vehicle" previously in this Caution instructions: section. . Be sure the molding is cool to Lamp covers are made of plastic, Machine compounding or the touch before applying any and some have a UV protective aggressive polishing on a cleaning solution. coating. Do not clean or wipe them basecoat/clearcoat paint finish when dry. Use only approved cleaning may damage it. Use only . solutions for aluminum, chrome Do not use any of the following on non-abrasive waxes and polishes or stainless steel. Some lamp covers: that are made for a basecoat/ cleaners are highly acidic or . Abrasive or caustic agents. clearcoat paint finish on the contain alkaline substances and vehicle. can damage the moldings. . Washer fluids and other cleaning agents in higher concentrations . Always dilute a concentrated To keep the paint finish looking new, than suggested by the cleaner according to the manufacturer. keep the vehicle garaged or manufacturer’s instructions. covered whenever possible. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Air Intakes may require more frequent or other harsh cleaners. application. Black marks from Clear debris from the air intakes, rubber material on painted surfaces . Ice scrapers or other hard items. between the hood and windshield can be removed by rubbing with a when washing the vehicle. . Aftermarket appearance caps or clean cloth. See Recommended covers while the lamps are Windshield and Wiper Blades Fluids and Lubricants 0 339. illuminated, due to excessive heat generated. Clean the outside of the windshield Tires with glass cleaner. Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to Caution Clean rubber blades using a lint-free clean the tires. cloth or paper towel soaked with Failure to clean lamps properly windshield washer fluid or a mild Caution can cause damage to the lamp detergent. Wash the windshield cover that would not be covered thoroughly when cleaning the Using petroleum-based tire by the vehicle warranty. blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and dressing products on the vehicle a buildup of vehicle wash/wax may damage the paint finish and/ treatments may cause wiper or tires. When applying a tire streaking. Caution dressing, always wipe off any Replace the wiper blades if they are overspray from all painted Using wax on low gloss black worn or damaged. Damage can be surfaces on the vehicle. finish stripes can increase the caused by extreme dusty gloss level and create a conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, snow, and ice. Wheels and Trim — Aluminum non-uniform finish. Clean low or Chrome gloss stripes with soap and Weatherstrips water only. Use a soft, clean cloth with mild Apply Dielectric silicone grease on soap and water to clean the wheels. weatherstrips to make them last After rinsing thoroughly with clean longer, seal better, and not stick or water, dry with a soft, clean towel. squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at A wax may then be applied. least once a year. Hot, dry climates Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Inspect power steering for proper Caution Caution (Continued) hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Chrome wheels and other chrome brushes. Damage could occur trim may be damaged if the and the repairs would not be Visually check constant velocity joint vehicle is not washed after driving covered by the vehicle warranty. boots and axle seals for leaks. on roads that have been sprayed Body Component Lubrication with magnesium, calcium, Brake System or sodium chloride. These Lubricate all key lock cylinders, chlorides are used on roads for Visually inspect brake lines and hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the conditions such as ice and dust. hoses for proper hook-up, binding, steel fuel door hinges, unless the components are plastic. Applying Always wash the chrome with leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect silicone grease on weatherstrips soap and water after exposure. disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect drum with a clean cloth will make them brake linings/shoes for wear or last longer, seal better, and not stick cracks. Inspect other brake parts, or squeak. Caution including drums, wheel cylinders, Underbody Maintenance calipers, parking brake, master To avoid surface damage, do not cylinder, brake fluid reservoir, At least twice a year, spring and fall, use strong soaps, chemicals, vacuum pipes, electric vacuum use plain water to flush any abrasive polishes, cleaners, pump including bracket, and vent corrosive materials from the brushes, or cleaners that contain hose, if equipped. underbody. Take care to thoroughly clean any areas where mud and acid on aluminum or Steering, Suspension, and chrome-plated wheels. Use only other debris can collect. Chassis Components approved cleaners. Also, never Do not directly power wash the drive a vehicle with aluminum or Visually inspect steering, transfer case and/or front/rear axle chrome-plated wheels through an suspension, and chassis output seals. High pressure water automatic car wash that uses components for damaged, loose, can overcome the seals and silicone carbide tire cleaning or missing parts or signs of wear at contaminate the fluid. Contaminated least once a year. (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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fluid will decrease the life of the dark spots etched into the paint Before using cleaners, read and transfer case and/or axles and surface. See “Finish Care” follow all safety instructions on the should be replaced. previously in this section. label. While cleaning the interior, open the doors and windows to get Sheet Metal Damage Interior Care proper ventilation. If the vehicle is damaged and To prevent dirt particle abrasions, To prevent damage, do not clean requires sheet metal repair or regularly clean the vehicle's interior. the interior using the following replacement, make sure the body cleaners or techniques: repair shop applies anti-corrosion Immediately remove any soils. Newspapers or dark garments can material to parts repaired or . Never use a razor or any other transfer color to the vehicle s replaced to restore corrosion ’ sharp object to remove soil from protection. interior. any interior surface. Original manufacturer replacement Use a soft bristle brush to remove . Never use a brush with stiff dust from knobs and crevices on the parts will provide the corrosion bristles. instrument cluster. Using a mild protection while maintaining the . Never rub any surface vehicle warranty. soap solution, immediately remove hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect aggressively or with too much Finish Damage repellent from all interior surfaces or pressure. permanent damage may result. . Do not use laundry detergents or Quickly repair minor chips and dishwashing soaps with scratches with touch-up materials Use cleaners specifically designed degreasers. For liquid cleaners, available from your dealer to avoid for the surfaces being cleaned to use approximately 20 drops per corrosion. Larger areas of finish prevent permanent damage. Apply 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. damage can be corrected in your all cleaners directly to the cleaning A concentrated soap solution will dealer's body and paint shop. cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any switches or controls. Remove create streaks and attract dirt. Chemical Paint Spotting cleaners quickly. Do not use solutions that contain strong or caustic soap. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted vehicle surfaces . Do not heavily saturate the causing blotchy, ring-shaped upholstery when cleaning. discolorations, and small, irregular Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Do not use solvents or cleaners Coated Moldings 2. Remove excess moisture by containing solvents. gently wringing until water does Coated moldings should be cleaned. not drip from the cleaning cloth. Interior Glass . When lightly soiled, wipe with a 3. Start on the outside edge of the sponge or soft, lint-free cloth To clean, use a terry cloth fabric soil and gently rub toward the dampened with water. dampened with water. Wipe droplets center. Fold the cleaning cloth left behind with a clean dry cloth. . When heavily soiled, use warm to a clean area frequently to If necessary, use a commercial soapy water. prevent forcing the soil in to the glass cleaner after cleaning with fabric. plain water. Fabric/Carpet/Suede 4. Continue gently rubbing the Start by vacuuming the surface Caution soiled area until there is no using a soft brush attachment. If a longer any color transfer from rotating vacuum brush attachment is the soil to the cleaning cloth. To prevent scratching, never use being used, only use it on the floor abrasive cleaners on automotive carpet. Before cleaning, gently 5. If the soil is not completely glass. Abrasive cleaners or remove as much of the soil as removed, use a mild soap aggressive cleaning may damage possible: solution followed only by plain the rear window defogger. water. . Gently blot liquids with a paper towel. Continue blotting until no If the soil is not completely Cleaning the windshield with water more soil can be removed. removed, it may be necessary to during the first three to six months use a commercial upholstery . For solid soils, remove as much cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small of ownership will reduce tendency as possible prior to vacuuming. to fog. hidden area for colorfastness before To clean: using a commercial upholstery Speaker Covers cleaner or spot lifter. If ring 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free formation occurs, clean the entire Vacuum around a speaker cover colorfast cloth with water. fabric or carpet. gently, so that the speaker will not Microfiber cloth is be damaged. Clean spots with water recommended to prevent lint After cleaning, use a paper towel to and mild soap. transfer to the fabric or carpet. blot excess moisture. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Caution (Continued) Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and the appearance and feel of Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss Natural Open Pore Wood leather or soft trim, and are not surfaces or vehicle displays. First, Surfaces recommended. use a soft bristle brush to remove Use a soft microfiber cloth dirt that can scratch the surface. dampened with water to remove Do not use cleaners that increase Then gently clean by rubbing with a dust and loose dirt. For a more gloss, especially on the instrument microfiber cloth. Never use window thorough cleaning, use a soft panel. Reflected glare can decrease cleaners or solvents. Periodically microfiber cloth dampened with a visibility through the windshield hand wash the microfiber cloth mild soap solution. under certain conditions. separately, using mild soap. Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse Caution thoroughly and air dry before Caution next use. Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics Caution well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces. If an air may cause permanent damage. Do not attach a device with a freshener comes in contact with Wipe excess moisture from these any plastic or painted surface in suction cup to the display. This surfaces after cleaning and allow may cause damage and would the vehicle, blot immediately and them to dry naturally. Never use clean with a soft cloth dampened not be covered by the vehicle heat, steam, or spot removers. Do warranty. with a mild soap solution. not use cleaners that contain Damage caused by air fresheners silicone or wax-based products. would not be covered by the Cleaners containing these vehicle warranty. solvents can permanently change (Continued) Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Cargo Cover and . Do not place anything on top of Convenience Net Warning (Continued) the driver side floor mat. Wash with warm water and mild cause unintended acceleration . Use only a single floor mat on detergent. Do not use chlorine and/or increased stopping the driver side. bleach. Rinse with cold water, and distance which can cause a crash . Do not place one floor mat on then dry completely. and injury. Make sure the floor top of another. mat does not interfere with the Care of Safety Belts The floor mats are held in place by pedals. Keep belts clean and dry. button-type retainers. Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the { Warning proper floor mat usage. Floor Mats Do not bleach or dye safety belts. . The original equipment floor It may severely weaken them. In mats were designed for your a crash, they might not be able to vehicle. If the floor mats need provide adequate protection. replacing, it is recommended Clean safety belts only with mild that GM certified floor mats be soap and lukewarm water. purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals. Always Floor Mats check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals. { Warning . Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a If a floor mat is the wrong size or floor mat retainer on the driver 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor is not properly installed, it can side floor. mat to unlock the retainers and interfere with the pedals. . Use the floor mat with the remove. Interference with the pedals can correct side up. Do not turn (Continued) it over. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position. 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place. Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

328 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records General Information Service and Maintenance Records ...... 341 Maintenance Your vehicle is an important investment. This section describes the required maintenance for the General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information ...... 328 protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or Cadillac Premium Care inadequate maintenance. It may Maintenance also help to maintain the value of Cadillac Premium Care the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Maintenance ...... 330 responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed. Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...... 330 Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required Special Application Services maintenance using genuine Special Application replacement parts. They have Services ...... 336 up-to-date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics. Many Additional Maintenance dealers have extended evening and and Care Saturday hours, courtesy Additional Maintenance transportation, and online and Care ...... 336 scheduling to assist with service Recommended Fluids, needs. Lubricants, and Parts Your dealer recognizes the Recommended Fluids and importance of providing Lubricants ...... 339 competitively priced maintenance Maintenance Replacement and repair services. With trained Parts ...... 340 technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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changes and tire rotations and frequent checks and services. The . Used for taxi, police, or delivery additional maintenance items like Additional Required Services - service. tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper Normal are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in the blades. . Carry passengers and cargo Maintenance Schedule Additional within recommended limits on Required Services - Severe chart. Caution the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits { Warning Damage caused by improper 0 186. maintenance can lead to costly . Are driven on reasonable road Performing maintenance work can repairs and may not be covered be dangerous and can cause by the vehicle warranty. surfaces within legal driving limits. serious injury. Perform Maintenance intervals, checks, maintenance work only if the inspections, recommended fluids, . Use the recommended fuel. See required information, proper tools, Fuel 0 232. and lubricants are important to and equipment are available. keep the vehicle in good working Refer to the information in the If they are not, see your dealer to condition. Maintenance Schedule Additional have a trained technician do the Required Services - Normal chart. work. See Doing Your Own The Tire Rotation and Required The Additional Required Services - Service Work 0 244. Services are the responsibility of the Severe are for vehicles that are: vehicle owner. It is recommended to have your dealer perform these . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. in hot weather. Proper vehicle maintenance helps to . Mainly driven in hilly or keep the vehicle in good working mountainous terrain. condition, improves fuel economy, . Frequently towing a trailer. and reduces vehicle emissions. . Used for high speed or Because of the way people use competitive driving. vehicles, maintenance needs vary. There may need to be more Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

330 Service and Maintenance Cadillac Premium Cadillac requires that all Cadillac Maintenance Premium Care Maintenance Care Maintenance services be performed by a Cadillac Schedule authorized service dealer. Your vehicle comes with the Owner Checks and Services Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance. It is a maintenance At Each Fuel Stop program that covers select . Check the engine oil level. See maintenance services during the Engine Oil 0 250. first 4 years or 80 000 km (50,000 mi), whichever comes first. Once a Month Cadillac Premium Care . Check the tire inflation Maintenance covers routine pressures. See Tire Pressure maintenance services, when 0 285. scheduled in accordance with the . Inspect the tires for wear. See owner manual, including: Tire Inspection 0 291. . Oil changes based on the . Check the windshield washer vehicle's oil life monitor system. fluid level. See Washer Fluid . Tire rotation every 12 000 km 0 262. (7,500 mi). Engine Oil Change Engine air cleaner filter . When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL replacement. SOON message displays, have the . Passenger compartment air filter engine oil and filter changed within replacement. the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven under the best conditions, the . Multi‐point vehicle inspection (MPVI) performed by a qualified engine oil life system may not technician. indicate the need for vehicle service for up to a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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a year and the oil life system must . Check windshield washer fluid . Check restraint system be reset. Your trained dealer level. See Washer Fluid 0 262. components. See Safety System 0 technician can perform this work. . Visually inspect windshield wiper Check 70. If the engine oil life system is reset blades for wear, cracking, . Visually inspect fuel system for accidentally, service the vehicle or contamination. See Exterior damage or leaks. within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the 0 Care 319. Replace worn or . Visually inspect exhaust system last service. Reset the oil life damaged wiper blades. See system when the oil is changed. and nearby heat shields for 0 Wiper Blade Replacement loose or damaged parts. See Engine Oil Life System 252. 0 266. Tire Rotation and Required . Lubricate body components. See . Check tire inflation pressures. Exterior Care 0 319. Services Every 12 000 km/ See Tire Pressure 0 285. 7,500 mi . Check starter switch. See Starter . Inspect tire wear. See Tire Switch Check 0 265. Rotate the tires, if recommended for Inspection 0 291. . Check automatic transmission the vehicle, and perform the . Visually check for fluid leaks. following services. See Tire shift lock control function. See Rotation 0 291. . Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Automatic Transmission Shift See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Lock Control Function Check . Check engine oil level and oil 0 253. 0 265. life percentage. If needed, change engine oil and filter, and . Inspect brake system. See . Check parking brake and reset oil life system. See Engine Exterior Care 0 319. automatic transmission park 0 Oil 250 and Engine Oil Life . Visually inspect steering, mechanism. See Park Brake and System 0 252. suspension, and chassis P (Park) Mechanism Check 0 266. . Check engine coolant level. See components for damaged, loose, Engine Coolant 0 256. or missing parts or signs of wear. See Exterior Care 0 319. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Check accelerator pedal for . Check tire sealant expiration damage, high effort, or binding. date, if equipped. See Tire Replace if needed. Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 . Visually inspect gas strut for 299. signs of wear, cracks, or other . Inspect sunroof track and seal, damage. Check the hold open if equipped. See Sunroof 0 50. ability of the strut. See your dealer if service is required. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Normal 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi

Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect ignition coils. @ (3.6L LFX) Replace spark plugs. Inspect ignition coils. @ @ (3.6L LF3) Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @ Replace brake fluid. (6) @ @ @

Footnotes — Maintenance replacement may be needed if fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer Schedule Additional Required driving in areas with heavy traffic, can help determine when to replace Services - Normal poor air quality, high dust levels, the filter. (1) Or every two years, whichever or environmental allergens. (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines comes first. More frequent Passenger compartment air filter and hoses for proper hook-up, passenger compartment air filter replacement may also be needed if routing, and condition. there is reduced airflow, window Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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(3) Or every four years, whichever (5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. If driving in dusty comes first. Inspect for fraying, conditions, inspect the filter at each excessive cracking, or damage; oil change or more often as needed. replace, if needed. (4) Or every five years, whichever (6) Or every three years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System comes first. 0 255. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Severe 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi

Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect ignition coils. @ (3.6L LFX) Replace spark plugs. Inspect ignition coils. @ @ (3.6L LF3) Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @ Replace brake fluid. (6) @ @ @

Footnotes — Maintenance driving in areas with heavy traffic, fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer Schedule Additional Required poor air quality, high dust levels, can help determine when to replace Services - Severe or environmental allergens. the filter. (1) Or every two years, whichever Passenger compartment air filter (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines comes first. More frequent replacement may also be needed if and hoses for proper hook-up, passenger compartment air filter there is reduced airflow, window routing, and condition. replacement may be needed if Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

336 Service and Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Special Application Additional comes first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each Services Maintenance and Care oil change or more often as needed. . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important (4) Or every five years, whichever Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly comes first. See Cooling System components every 5 000 km/ may help to avoid future costly 0 255. 3,000 mi. repairs. To maintain vehicle (5) Or every 10 years, whichever . Have underbody flushing service performance, additional comes first. Inspect for fraying, performed. See "Underbody maintenance services may be excessive cracking, or damage; Maintenance" in Exterior Care required. replace, if needed. 0 319. It is recommended that your dealer (6) Or every three years, whichever perform these services — their comes first. trained dealer technicians know your vehicle best. Your dealer can also perform a thorough assessment with a multi-point inspection to recommend when your vehicle may need attention. The following list is intended to explain the services and conditions to look for that may indicate services are required. Battery The 12-volt battery supplies power to start the engine and operate any additional electrical accessories. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. To avoid break-down or failure to . Trained dealer technicians have Lamps start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps, battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are . Trained dealer technicians have recommend quality parts important to see and be seen on the diagnostic equipment to test engineered for the vehicle. the road. the battery and ensure that the Fluids . Signs that the headlamps need connections and cables are attention include dimming, failure corrosion-free. Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle’s systems to light, cracking, or damage. Belts and components. See The brake lamps need to be Recommended Fluids and checked periodically to ensure . Belts may need replacing if they 0 that they light when braking. squeak or show signs of Lubricants 339 for GM approved cracking or splitting. fluids. . With a multi-point inspection, . Engine oil and windshield your dealer can check the lamps . Trained dealer technicians have and note any concerns. access to tools and equipment washer fluid levels should be to inspect the belts and checked at every fuel fill. Shocks and Struts recommend adjustment or . Instrument cluster lights may Shocks and struts help aid in control replacement when necessary. come on to indicate that fluids for a smoother ride. may be low and need to be Brakes filled. . Signs of wear may include Brakes stop the vehicle and are steering wheel vibration, bounce/ crucial to safe driving. Hoses sway while braking, longer Hoses transport fluids and should stopping distance, or uneven . Signs of brake wear may include tire wear. chirping, grinding, or squealing be regularly inspected to ensure noises, or difficulty stopping. that there are no cracks or leaks. . As part of the multi-point With a multi-point inspection, your inspection, trained dealer dealer can inspect the hoses and technicians can visually inspect advise if replacement is needed. the shocks and struts for signs Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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of leaking, blown seals, information on how to clean and Wiper Blades or damage, and can advise protect the vehicle’s interior and 0 Wiper blades need to be cleaned when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 323 and and kept in good condition to Exterior Care 0 319. Tires provide a clear view. Tires need to be properly inflated, Wheel Alignment . Signs of wear include streaking, rotated, and balanced. Maintaining Wheel alignment is critical for skipping across the windshield, the tires can save money and fuel, ensuring that the tires deliver and worn or split rubber. and can reduce the risk of tire optimal wear and performance. . Trained dealer technicians can failure. . Signs that the alignment may check the wiper blades and . Signs that the tires need to be need to be adjusted include replace them when needed. replaced include three or more pulling, improper vehicle visible treadwear indicators; cord handling, or unusual tire wear. or fabric showing through the . Your dealer has the required rubber; cracks or cuts in the equipment to ensure proper tread or sidewall; or a bulge or wheel alignment. split in the tire. Windshield . Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right For safety, appearance, and the tires. Your dealer can also best viewing, keep the windshield provide tire/wheel balancing clean and clear. services to ensure smooth . Signs of damage include vehicle operation at all speeds. scratches, cracks, and chips. Your dealer sells and services name brand tires. . Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and Vehicle Care recommend proper replacement To help keep the vehicle looking like if needed. new, vehicle care products are available from your dealer. For Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Service and Maintenance 339 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1™ specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. Look for the dexos1 approved logo for GM approved engine oil. See Engine Oil 0 250. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant 0 256. Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in Canada 19299819). Hydraulic Power Steering System DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. Automatic Transmission DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 19256084, in Canada 19256085). 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, Hood, and Door Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hinges 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. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Usage Fluid/Lubricant Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481).

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 3.6L (LF3) 22989313 A3180C 3.6L (LFX) 20972655 A3175C Engine Oil Filter 3.6L (LF3) 19330000 PF63E 3.6L (LFX) 19330000 PF63E Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13356914 CF184 Spark Plugs 3.6L (LF3) 12662396 41-147 3.6L (LFX) 12622561 41-109 Wiper Blades Driver Side – 65 cm (25.6 in) 25892079 — Passenger Side – 45 cm (17.7 in) 25882578 — Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Service and Maintenance 341 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 XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

342 Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification This label, on the load floor under Number (VIN) the spare tire cover in the trunk, has Vehicle Identification the following information: Number (VIN) ...... 342 Service Parts Identification . Vehicle Identification Label ...... 342 Number (VIN). Vehicle Data . Model designation. Capacities and . Paint information. Specifications ...... 343 Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 344 . Production options and special This legal identifier is in the front equipment. corner of the instrument panel, on Do not remove this label from the the left side of the vehicle. It can be vehicle. seen through the windshield from outside. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. See “Engine Specifications” under Capacities and Specifications 0 343 for the vehicle's engine code. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Technical Data 343 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications 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. Engine Cooling System 3.6L (LF3) 9.8 L 10.4 qt 3.6L (LFX) 7.1 L 7.5 qt Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L (LF3) 6.6 L 7.0 qt 3.6L (LFX) 5.7 L 6.0 qt Fuel Tank Front-Wheel Drive 70.0 L 18.5 gal All-Wheel Drive 74.0 L 19.5 gal 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. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 Engine (LF3) 8 0.75–0.90 mm (0.030–.035 in) 3.6L V6 Engine (LFX) 3 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–.043 in)

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Customer Information 345 Reporting Safety Defects to Customer Information Customer General Motors ...... 356 Information Vehicle Data Recording and Customer Satisfaction Privacy Procedure Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...... 356 Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Event Data Recorders ...... 357 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 345 ® OnStar ...... 357 Cadillac. Normally, any concerns Customer Assistance Infotainment System ...... 358 with the sales transaction or the Offices ...... 347 operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 348 service departments. Sometimes, Online Owner Center ...... 348 however, despite the best intentions Roadside Service ...... 348 of all concerned, misunderstandings Scheduling Service can occur. If your concern has not Appointments ...... 350 been resolved to your satisfaction, Courtesy Transportation the following steps should be taken: Program ...... 351 Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 352 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern Service Publications Ordering with a member of dealership Information ...... 354 management. Normally, concerns Radio Frequency can be quickly resolved at that level. Statement ...... 355 If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or Reporting Safety Defects parts manager, contact the owner of Reporting Safety Defects to your dealership or the general the United States manager. Government ...... 355 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...... 356 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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STEP TWO : If after contacting a When contacting Cadillac, may reject it and proceed with any member of dealership management, remember that your concern will other venue for relief available it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's to you. resolved by your dealership without facility. That is why we suggest You may contact the BBB Auto Line further help, in the U.S., call the following Step One first. Program using the toll-free Cadillac Customer Assistance STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : telephone number or write them at Center at 1-800–458–8006. In Both General Motors and your the following address: Canada, call the Canadian Cadillac dealer are committed to making BBB Auto Line Program Customer Care Centre at sure you are completely satisfied 1-888-446-2000. Council of Better Business Bureaus, with the new vehicle. However, Inc. We encourage you to call the if you continue to remain unsatisfied 3033 Wilson Boulevard toll-free number in order to give your after following the procedure Suite 600 inquiry prompt attention. Have the outlined in Steps One and Two, you Arlington, VA 22201 following information available to can file with the Better Business give the Customer Assistance Bureau (BBB) Auto Line® Program Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 representative: to enforce your rights. http://www.bbb.org/council/ programs-services/ . Vehicle Identification The BBB Auto Line Program is an dispute-handling-and-resolution/ Number (VIN). This is available out-of-court program administered bbb-auto-line from the vehicle registration or by the Council of Better Business title, or the plate at the top left of Bureaus to settle automotive This program is available in all the instrument panel and visible disputes regarding vehicle repairs or 50 states and the District of through the windshield. the interpretation of the New Vehicle Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage, and other . Dealership name and location. Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal factors. General Motors reserves . Vehicle delivery date and dispute resolution program prior to the right to change eligibility present mileage. filing a court action, use of the limitations and/or discontinue its program is free of charge and your participation in this program. case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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STEP THREE — Canadian call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call United States and Puerto Rico Owners: In the event that you do the Cadillac Customer Care Centre, Cadillac Customer Assistance not feel your concerns have been 1-888-446-2000, or write to: Center addressed after following the General Motors Cadillac Customer Cadillac Motor Car Division procedure outlined in Steps One Care Centre P.O. Box 33169 and Two, General Motors of Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Detroit, MI 48232-5169 Limited wants you to be aware of its Mail Code: CA1-163-005 www.Cadillac.com participation in a no-charge 1908 Colonel Sam Drive 1-800-458-8006 mediation/arbitration program. Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 General Motors of Canada Limited 1-800-833-2622 (For Text has committed to binding arbitration The inquiry should be accompanied Telephone devices (TTYs)) of owner disputes involving by the Vehicle Identification Roadside Service: 1-800-224-1400 Number (VIN). factory-related vehicle service From U.S. Virgin Islands: claims. The program provides for the review of the facts involved by Customer Assistance 1-800-496-9994 an impartial third party arbiter, and Offices Canada may include an informal hearing before the arbiter. The program is Cadillac encourages customers to General Motors of Canada Limited designed so that the entire dispute call the toll-free number for Cadillac Customer Care Centre, settlement process, from the time assistance. However, if a customer Mail Code: CA1-163-005 you file your complaint to the final wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive decision, should be completed in the letter should be addressed to: Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 approximately 70 days. We believe www.gm.ca our impartial program offers 1-888-446-2000 (English/French) advantages over courts in most Cadillac Roadside Service: jurisdictions because it is informal, 1-800-882-1112 quick, and free of charge. For further information concerning Overseas eligibility in the Canadian Motor Contact the local General Motors Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), Business Unit. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Customer Assistance for G (Maintenance Information) : See my.cadillac.com to register your Text Telephone (TTY) View maintenance schedules, vehicle. Users alerts, and OnStar onboard vehicle Cadillac Owner Centre diagnostic information. Schedule (Canada) cadillacowner.ca To assist customers who are deaf, service appointments. Visit the Cadillac Owner Centre: hard of hearing, or speech-impaired I (Service History) : View and who use Text Telephones printable dealer-recorded service . Chat live with online help (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment records and self-recorded service representatives. available at its Customer Assistance records. Center. Any TTY user can . Locate owner resources such as communicate with Cadillac by D (Preferred Dealer lease-end, financing, and dialing: 1-800-833-2622. TTY users Information) : Select a dealer and warranty information. in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. view locations, maps, phone . Retrieve favorite articles, numbers, and hours. quizzes, tips, and multimedia Online Owner Center r (Warranty Tracking galleries organized into the Information) : Track your vehicle’s Featured Articles and Auto Care Online Owner Experience warranty information. Sections. (U.S.) my.cadillac.com J (Recall Information) : View . Download owner manuals. The Cadillac online owner active recalls or search by Vehicle Find Cadillac-recommended experience allows interaction with . Identification Number (VIN). See maintenance services. Cadillac and keeps important Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) vehicle-specific information in one 0 342. place. Roadside Service H (Other Account Information) : Membership Benefits View GM Card, SiriusXM Satellite U.S./Canada: 1-800-882-1112. E (Vehicle Information) : radio (if equipped), and OnStar Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. Download owner manuals and view account information. Only): 1-888-889-2438. vehicle-specific how-to videos. F (Live Chat Support) : Chat with Service is available 24 hours a day, online help representatives. 365 days a year. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Calling for Service Roadside Service is not a part of the warranty service, or if the vehicle New Vehicle Limited Warranty. was in a crash and cannot be When calling Roadside Service, General Motors North America and driven. Assistance is not given have the following information Cadillac reserve the right to make when the vehicle is stuck in the ready: any changes or discontinue the sand, mud, or snow. . Your name, home address, and Roadside Service program at any . Flat Tire Change: Service to home telephone number. time without notification. change a flat tire with a spare . Telephone number of your General Motors North America and tire. The spare tire, if equipped, location. Cadillac reserve the right to limit must be in good condition and . Location of the vehicle. services or payment to an owner or properly inflated. It is your driver if they decide the claims are responsibility for the repair or . Model, year, color, and license made too often, or the same type of replacement of the tire if it is not plate number of the vehicle. claim is made many times. covered by the warranty. . Odometer reading, Vehicle Cadillac Owner Privileges™ . Battery Jump Start: Service to Identification Number (VIN), and jump start a dead battery. delivery date of the vehicle. . Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the . Trip Interruption Benefits and . Description of the problem. vehicle to get to the nearest Service: If your trip is Coverage service station. interrupted due to a warranty failure, incidental expenses may Services are provided for the . Lock-Out Service: Service to be reimbursed during the duration of the vehicle’s powertrain unlock the vehicle if you are Powertrain warranty period. warranty. locked out. A remote unlock may Items considered are hotel, be available if you have OnStar. meals, and rental car or a In the U.S., anyone driving the For security reasons, the driver vehicle is covered. In Canada, a vehicle being delivered back to must present identification the customer, up to 805 km person driving the vehicle without before this service is given. permission from the owner is not (500 mi). covered. . Emergency Tow from a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Cadillac Technician Roadside . Mounting, dismounting, . Alternative Service: If Service (U.S. Only) or changing of snow tires, assistance cannot be provided chains, or other traction devices. right away, the Roadside Service Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Service is not provided if a vehicle advisor may give you permission Service is more than an auto club or to get local emergency road towing service. It provides every is in an area that is not accessible to the service vehicle or is not a service. You will receive Cadillac owner in the United States payment, up to $100, after with the advantage of contacting a regularly traveled or maintained public road, which includes ice and sending the original receipt to Cadillac advisor and, where Roadside Service. Mechanical available, a Cadillac trained dealer winter roads. Off-road use is not covered. failures may be covered, technician who can provide on-site however any cost for parts and service. Services Specific to labor for repairs not covered by A dealer technician will travel to Canadian-Purchased Vehicles the warranty are the owner your location within a 30-mile radius responsibility. of a participating Cadillac . Fuel delivery: Reimbursement dealership. If beyond this radius, we is up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted. Scheduling Service will arrange to have your car towed Appointments to the nearest Cadillac dealership. Propane and other fuels are not Each technician travels with a provided through this service. When the vehicle requires warranty specially equipped service vehicle . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle service, contact your dealer and complete with the necessary registration is required. request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment Cadillac parts and tools required to . Trip Interruption Benefits and and advising the service consultant handle most roadside repairs. Service: Pre-authorization, of your transportation needs, your original detailed receipts, and a Services Not Included in dealer can help minimize your copy of the repair orders are Roadside Service inconvenience. required. Once authorization has . Impound towing caused by been received, the Roadside If the vehicle cannot be scheduled violation of any laws. Service advisor will help you into the service department . Legal fines. make arrangements and explain immediately, keep driving it until it how to receive payment. can be scheduled for service, Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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unless, of course, the problem is Courtesy Transportation is not a customers arrange their own safety related. If it is, please call part of the New Vehicle Limited transportation, limited your dealership, let them know this, Warranty. A separate booklet reimbursement for reasonable fuel and ask for instructions. entitled “Limited Warranty and expenses may be available. Claim If your dealer requests you to bring Owner Assistance Information” amounts should reflect actual costs the vehicle for service, you are furnished with each new vehicle and be supported by original urged to do so as early in the work provides detailed warranty coverage receipts. See your dealer for day as possible to allow for information. information. same-day repair. Transportation Options Courtesy Rental Vehicle Courtesy Transportation Warranty service can generally be For an overnight warranty repair, the completed while you wait. However, dealer may provide an available Program if you are unable to do so, your courtesy rental vehicle or provide for To enhance your ownership dealer may offer the following reimbursement of a rental vehicle. experience, we and our participating transportation options: Reimbursement is limited and must be supported by original receipts as dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Shuttle Service Transportation, a customer support well as a signed and completed program for vehicles with the This includes one-way or round-trip rental agreement and meet state/ Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty shuttle service within reasonable provincial, local, and rental vehicle Coverage period in Canada), time and distance parameters of provider requirements. extended powertrain, and/or your dealer's area. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, hybrid-specific warranties in both Public Transportation or Fuel the U.S. and Canada. insurance coverage, credit card, etc. Reimbursement Additional fees such as fuel usage Several Courtesy Transportation If overnight warranty repairs are charges, taxes, levies, usage fees, options are available to assist in needed, and public transportation is excessive mileage, or rental usage reducing inconvenience when used, the expense must be beyond the completion of the repair warranty repairs are required. supported by original receipts and are also your responsibility. within the maximum amount allowed It may not be possible to provide a by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Additional Program Collision Parts Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new companies other than GM and may parts made with the same materials All program options, such as shuttle not have been tested for the vehicle. and construction methods as the service, may not be available at As a result, these parts may fit parts with which the vehicle was every dealer. Contact your dealer poorly, exhibit premature durability/ originally built. Genuine GM for specific availability. corrosion problems, and may not Collision parts are the best choice to General Motors reserves the right to perform properly in subsequent ensure that the vehicle's designed unilaterally modify, change, collisions. Aftermarket parts are not appearance, durability, and safety or discontinue Courtesy covered by the GM New Vehicle are preserved. The use of Genuine Transportation at any time and to Limited Warranty, and any vehicle GM parts can help maintain the GM resolve all questions of claim failure related to such parts is not New Vehicle Limited Warranty. eligibility pursuant to the terms and covered by that warranty. conditions described herein at its Recycled original equipment parts sole discretion. may also be used for repair. These Repair Facility parts are typically removed from GM also recommends that you Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses in choose a collision repair facility that prior crashes. In most cases, the meets your needs before you ever If the vehicle is involved in a parts being recycled are from need collision repairs. Your dealer collision and it is damaged, have the undamaged sections of the vehicle. may have a collision repair center damage repaired by a qualified A recycled original equipment GM with GM-trained technicians and technician using the proper part may be an acceptable choice to state-of-the-art equipment, or be equipment and quality replacement maintain the vehicle's originally able to recommend a collision repair parts. Poorly performed collision designed appearance and safety center that has GM-trained repairs diminish the vehicle resale performance; however, the history of technicians and comparable value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts equipment. be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Insuring the Vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as . Vehicle Identification you may be charged at the end of Number (VIN). Protect your investment in the GM the lease for poor quality repairs. vehicle with comprehensive and . Insurance company and policy collision insurance coverage. There If a Crash Occurs number. are significant differences in the If there has been an injury, call . General description of the quality of coverage afforded by damage to the other vehicle. various insurance policy terms. emergency services for help. Do not Many insurance policies provide leave the scene of a crash until all Choose a reputable repair facility reduced protection to the GM matters have been taken care of. that uses quality replacement parts. vehicle by limiting compensation for Move the vehicle only if its position See “Collision Parts” earlier in this damage repairs by using puts you in danger, or you are section. aftermarket collision parts. Some instructed to move it by a police officer. If the airbag has inflated, see What insurance companies will not Will You See after an Airbag specify aftermarket collision parts. Give only the necessary information Inflates? 0 77. When purchasing insurance, we to police and other parties involved recommend that you ensure that the in the crash. Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process vehicle will be repaired with GM For emergency towing see original equipment collision parts. Roadside Service 0 348. In the event that the vehicle requires If such insurance coverage is not damage repairs, GM recommends Gather the following information: available from your current that you take an active role in its insurance carrier, consider switching . Driver name, address, and repair. If you have a pre-determined to another insurance carrier. telephone number. repair facility of choice, take the If the vehicle is leased, the leasing . Driver license number. vehicle there, or have it towed there. company may require you to have Specify to the facility that any insurance that ensures repairs with . Owner name, address, and required replacement collision parts Genuine GM Original Equipment telephone number. be original equipment parts, either Manufacturer (OEM) parts or . Vehicle license plate number. new Genuine GM parts or recycled Genuine Manufacturer replacement original GM parts. Remember, . Vehicle make, model, and recycled parts will not be covered by model year. the GM vehicle warranty. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Publications In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, but you must live with the repair. Owner Manual, and Warranty Depending on your policy limits, Ordering Information Manual. your insurance company may (US and Canada Only) RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 – initially value the repair using Service Manuals $40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and aftermarket parts. Discuss this with shipping fees. the repair professional, and insist on Service Manuals have the diagnosis Genuine GM parts. Remember, and repair information on the Without Pouch: Owner Manual only. if the vehicle is leased, you may be engines, transmission, axle, RETAIL SELL PRICE: obligated to have the vehicle suspension, brakes, electrical, $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and repaired with Genuine GM parts, steering, body, etc. shipping fees. even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost. Service Bulletins Current and Past Models If another party's insurance Service Bulletins give additional Technical Service Bulletins and company is paying for the repairs, technical service information Manuals are available for current you are not obligated to accept a needed to knowledgeably service and past model GM vehicles. General Motors cars and trucks. repair valuation based on that ORDER TOLL FREE: insurance company's collision policy Each bulletin contains instructions 1-800-551-4123 Monday – Friday repair limits, as you have no to assist in the diagnosis and 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time contractual limits with that company. service of the vehicle. For Credit Card Orders Only In such cases, you can have control Owner Information of the repair and parts choices as (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see long as the cost stays within Owner publications are written Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. reasonable limits. specifically for owners and intended Or write to: to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The Helm, Incorporated Owner Manual includes the Attention: Customer Service Maintenance Schedule for all 47911 Halyard Drive models. Plymouth, MI 48170 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

Customer Information 355 Prices are subject to change without Changes or modifications to any of Reporting Safety notice and without incurring these systems by other than an obligation. Allow ample time for authorized service facility could void Defects delivery. authorization to use this equipment. All listed prices are quoted in U.S. Reporting Safety Defects funds. Make checks payable in U.S. to the United States funds. Government Radio Frequency If you believe that your vehicle Statement has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or This vehicle has systems that death, you should immediately operate on a radio frequency that inform the National Highway complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the Traffic Safety Administration Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Industry Canada Standards General Motors. RSS-GEN/210/216/220/251/310, If NHTSA receives similar ICES‐001. complaints, it may open an Operation is subject to the following investigation, and if it finds that two conditions: a safety defect exists in a group 1. The device may not cause of vehicles, it may order a recall harmful interference. and remedy campaign. 2. The device must accept any However, NHTSA cannot interference received, including become involved in individual interference that may cause problems between you, your undesired operation of the dealer, or General Motors. device. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

356 Customer Information To contact NHTSA, you may call Reporting Safety Defects Vehicle Data the Vehicle Safety Hotline to General Motors toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: Recording and 1-800-424-9153); go to http:// In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Privacy www.safercar.gov; or write to: Transport Canada) in a situation like this, notify General Motors. The vehicle has a number of Administrator, NHTSA computers that record information Call 1-800-458-8006, or write: 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. about the vehicle’s performance and Washington, D.C. 20590 Cadillac Customer Assistance how it is driven. For example, the Center vehicle uses computer modules to You can also obtain other Cadillac Motor Car Division monitor and control engine and information about motor vehicle P.O. Box 33169 transmission performance, to safety from http:// Detroit, MI 48232-5169 monitor the conditions for airbag www.safercar.gov. In Canada, call 1-888-446-2000, deployment and deploy them in a or write: crash, and, if equipped, to provide Reporting Safety Defects antilock braking to help the driver to the Canadian Canadian Cadillac Customer Care control the vehicle. These modules Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 may store data to help the dealer Government General Motors of Canada Limited technician service the vehicle. If you live in Canada, and you 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Some modules may also store data believe that the vehicle has a safety Oshawa, Onatario L1H 8P7 about how the vehicle is operated, defect, notify Transport Canada such as rate of fuel consumption or immediately, and notify General average speed. These modules may Motors of Canada Limited. Call retain personal preferences, such as Transport Canada at radio presets, seat positions, and 1-800-333-0510 or write to: temperature settings. Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 80 rue Noel Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the main purpose of an EDR is to Note consent of the lessee; in response record, in certain crash or near to an official request by police or crash-like situations, such as an air EDR data are recorded by your similar government office; as part of bag deployment or hitting a road vehicle only if a non-trivial crash GM's defense of litigation through obstacle, data that will assist in situation occurs; no data are the discovery process; or, as understanding how a vehicle’s recorded by the EDR under normal required by law. Data that GM systems performed. The EDR is driving conditions and no personal collects or receives may also be designed to record data related to data (e.g., name, gender, age, and used for GM research needs or may vehicle dynamics and safety crash location) are recorded. be made available to others for systems for a short period of time, However, other parties, such as law research purposes, where a need is typically 30 seconds or less. The enforcement, could combine the shown and the data is not tied to a EDR in this vehicle is designed to EDR data with the type of specific vehicle or vehicle owner. record such data as: personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash ® . How various systems in your investigation. OnStar vehicle were operating; If the vehicle is equipped with To read data recorded by an EDR, ® . Whether or not the driver and special equipment is required, and OnStar and has an active passenger safety belts were access to the vehicle or the EDR is subscription, additional data may be buckled/fastened; needed. In addition to the vehicle collected through the OnStar . How far (if at all) the driver was manufacturer, other parties, such as system. This includes information depressing the accelerator and/ law enforcement, that have the about the vehicle’s operation; or brake pedal; and, special equipment, can read the collisions involving the vehicle; the information if they have access to use of the vehicle and its features; . How fast the vehicle was the vehicle or the EDR. and, in certain situations, the traveling. location and approximate GPS speed of the vehicle. Refer to the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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OnStar Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement on the OnStar website. See OnStar Additional Information 0 363. Infotainment System If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system as part of the infotainment system, use of the system may result in the storage of destinations, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information. See the infotainment manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

OnStar 359 OnStar Overview Conditions and Privacy Statement OnStar for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) OnStar Overview or www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview ...... 359 The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the OnStar Services status light is: Emergency ...... 360 Security ...... 360 . Solid Green: System is ready. Navigation ...... 360 = Voice Command Button . Flashing Green: On a call. Connections ...... 361 Q Blue OnStar Button Diagnostics ...... 363 . Red: Indicates a problem. > Emergency Button Q OnStar Additional Information . Off: System is off. Press OnStar Additional This vehicle may be equipped with a twice to speak with an OnStar Information ...... 363 comprehensive, in-vehicle system Advisor. that can connect to an OnStar Advisor for Emergency, Security, Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR Navigation, Connections, and (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Diagnostics Services. OnStar Advisor. services may require a paid Press = to: subscription. OnStar requires the vehicle battery and electrical . Make a call, end a call, system, cellular service, and GPS or answer an incoming call. satellite signals to be available and . Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling operating. OnStar acts as a link to voice commands. existing emergency service providers. OnStar may collect . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn information about you and your Navigation voice commands. vehicle, including location information. See OnStar’s Terms & Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

360 OnStar . Obtain the Wi-Fi® hotspot name OnStar Services Security or SSID and password, if equipped. If equipped, OnStar provides these Emergency services: Press Q to connect to an OnStar Emergency Services require . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advisor to: a specific OnStar subscription plan. OnStar Advisors can use GPS to . Verify account information or With Automatic Crash Response, in pinpoint the vehicle and help update contact information. many crashes, built-in sensors can authorities quickly recover it. automatically alert a specially . Get driving directions. . With Remote Ignition Block, trained OnStar Advisor who is . Receive a Diagnostic check of if equipped, OnStar can block immediately connected to the the engine from being started. the vehicle's key operating vehicle to help. systems. . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Press > for a priority connection to . Receive Roadside Assistance. if equipped, OnStar can work an OnStar Advisor who can contact with law enforcement to . Manage Wi-Fi Settings, emergency service providers, direct gradually slow the vehicle down. if equipped. them to your exact location, and relay important information. Press > to get a priority connection Navigation to an OnStar Advisor available With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially OnStar navigation requires a 24/7 to: trained Advisors are available specific OnStar subscription plan. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to . Get help for an emergency. provide a central point of contact, Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn . Be a Good Samaritan or assistance, and information during a directions or have them sent to the respond to an AMBER Alert. crisis. vehicle’s navigation screen, if equipped. . Get assistance in severe With Roadside Assistance, Advisors weather or other crisis situations can locate a nearby service provider Turn-by-Turn Navigation and find evacuation routes. to help with a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty gas tank. 1. Press Q to connect to an Advisor. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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2. Request directions to be 2. Say “Repeat.” System Connections downloaded to the vehicle. responds with the last direction given, then responds with The following OnStar services help 3. Follow the voice-guided with staying connected. commands. “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Get My Destination For coverage maps, see Using Voice Commands www.onstar.com (U.S.) or During a Planned Route 1. Press =. System responds: www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar ready, then a tone. Cancel Route “ ” OnStar Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) 2. Say “Get my destination.” The vehicle may have a built-in 1. Press =. System responds: System responds with the “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access address and distance to the to the Internet and web content at 2. Say “Cancel route.” System destination, then responds with 4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile responds: “Do you want to “OnStar ready,” then a tone. devices can be connected. A data cancel directions?” Destination Download plan is required. Use the in-vehicle controls only when it is safe to 3. Say “Yes.” System responds: Subscribers can have directions OK, request completed, thank do so. “ sent to the vehicle’s navigation you, goodbye.” screen, if equipped. 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot Route Preview information, press =, wait for Press Q, then ask the Advisor to the prompt, then say Wi-Fi = download directions to the vehicle s “ 1. Press . System responds: ’ settings.” On some vehicles, “OnStar ready,” then a tone. navigation system, if equipped. After touch Wi-Fi Settings on the the call ends, press the Go button screen. 2. Say “Route preview.” System on the navigation screen to begin responds with the next three driving directions. Routes that are 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display maneuvers. sent to the navigation screen can the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), Repeat only be canceled through the password, and on some navigation system. vehicles, the connection type 1. Press =. System responds: See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or OnStar ready, then a tone. “ ” www.onstar.ca (Canada). Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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(no Internet connection, 3G, . Locate the vehicle on a map 2. Say “Call.” System responds: 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality (U.S. market only). “Call. Please say the name or (poor, good, excellent). . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot number to call.” 3. To change the SSID or on/off, manage settings, and 3. Say the entire number without password, press Q or call monitor data consumption, pausing, including a “1” and the 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect if equipped. area code. System responds: with an Advisor. For OnStar RemoteLink information “OK, calling.” OnStar RemoteLink® Mobile App and compatibility, see Calling 911 Emergency (If Equipped) www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). 1. Press =. System responds: Download the OnStar RemoteLink “OnStar ready.” mobile app to select Apple®, Remote Services ® 2. Say Call. System responds: Android™, BlackBerry , “ ” ® Contact an OnStar Advisor to Call. Please say the name or or Windows mobile devices. “ unlock the doors or sound the horn number to call.” OnStar Subscribers can access the and flash the lamps. following services from a mobile 3. Say “911” without pausing. device: OnStar AtYourService System responds: “911.” . Remotely start/stop the vehicle, OnStar Advisors can provide 4. Say “Call.” System responds: if factory-equipped. savings offers from restaurants and “OK, dialing 911.” retailers on your route, help locate . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped hotels, or book a room. Retrieve My Number with automatic locks. 1. Press =. System responds: . Activate the horn and lamps. OnStar Hands-Free Calling “OnStar ready.” . Check the vehicle s fuel level, oil Make and receive calls with the ’ 2. Say My number. System life, or tire pressure, built-in wireless calling service. “ ” responds: Your OnStar if factory-equipped with the Tire “ Make a Call Hands-Free Calling number is, Pressure Monitor System. ” 1. Press =. System responds: then says the number. . Send directions to the vehicle. “OnStar ready.” Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

OnStar 363 End a Call OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press =. System responds: “Call Information ended.” Press Q and follow the prompts to In-Vehicle Audio Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as Verify Minutes and Expiration Audio messages may play important possible. The Advisor will update Press = and say “Minutes” then information at the following times: vehicle records and explain OnStar service options. “Verify” to check how many minutes . Prior to vehicle purchase. remain and their expiration date. Press Q to set up an account. How OnStar Service Works Diagnostics . With the OnStar Basic Plan, Automatic Crash Response, every 60 days. Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, OnStar Advanced Diagnostics can Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle perform a check of the vehicle's key . After change in ownership and Diagnostics, Remote Services, operating systems through a at 90 days. Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn monthly diagnostics report, through Transferring Service Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling real time alerts or by pressing Q. are available on most vehicles. Not OnStar can also monitor tire Press Q to request account transfer all OnStar services are available pressure, if equipped with a Tire eligibility information. The Advisor everywhere or on all vehicles. For Pressure Monitor System. can cancel or change account more information, a full description information. of OnStar services, system limitations, and OnStar terms and Selling/Transferring the conditions: Vehicle . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827). (1-888-466-7827) immediately to terminate your OnStar services if . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). the vehicle is disposed of, sold, . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). transferred, or if the lease ends. . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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. Press Q to speak with an See Radio Frequency Statement OnStar Personal Identification 0 Advisor. 355. Number (PIN) OnStar services cannot work unless Services for People with A PIN is needed to access some the vehicle is in a place where Disabilities OnStar services. The PIN will need OnStar has an agreement with a to be changed the first time when Advisors provide services to help wireless service provider for service speaking with an Advisor. To Subscribers with physical disabilities in that area. The wireless service change the OnStar PIN, contact an and medical conditions. provider must also have coverage, OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or network capacity, reception, and Press Q to help: calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. technology compatible with OnStar services. Service involving location . Locate a gas station with an Warranty attendant to pump gas. information about the vehicle cannot OnStar equipment may be work unless GPS signals are . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., warranted as part of the vehicle available, unobstructed, and that meets accessibility needs. warranty. compatible with the OnStar . Provide directions to the closest hardware. OnStar services may not Languages hospital or pharmacy in urgent work if the OnStar equipment is not situations. The vehicle can be programmed to properly installed or it has not been respond in multiple languages. properly maintained. If equipment or TTY Users Q software is added, connected, Press and ask for an Advisor. or modified, OnStar services may OnStar has the ability to Advisors are available in English, not work. Other problems beyond communicate to deaf, Spanish, and French. Available hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired the control of OnStar — such as languages may vary by country. customers while in the vehicle. The hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, Potential Issues electrical system design and available dealer-installed TTY architecture of the vehicle, damage system can provide in-vehicle OnStar cannot perform Remote to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar Assistance after the vehicle has Turn-by-Turn Navigation. jamming — may prevent service. been off continuously for five days without an ignition cycle. If the Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas Add-on Electrical Equipment five days, OnStar can contact Cellular reception is required for The OnStar system is integrated Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to into the electrical architecture of the to help gain access to the vehicle. the vehicle. Do not place items over vehicle. Do not add any electrical Global Positioning or near the antenna to prevent equipment. See Add-On Electrical System (GPS) blocking cellular and GPS signal Equipment 0 240. Added electrical reception. equipment may interfere with the . Obstruction of the GPS can operation of the OnStar system and occur in a large city with tall Unable to Connect to OnStar cause it to not operate. buildings; in parking garages; Message around airports; in tunnels and Vehicle Software Updates If there is limited cellular coverage underpasses; or in an area with or the cellular network has reached OnStar or GM may remotely deliver very dense trees. If GPS signals maximum capacity, this message software updates or changes to the are not available, the OnStar may come on. Press Q to try the vehicle without further notice or system should still operate to consent. These updates or changes call OnStar. However, OnStar call again or try again after driving a few miles into another cellular area. may enhance or maintain safety, could have difficulty identifying security, or the operation of the the exact location. Vehicle and Power Issues vehicle or the vehicle systems. . In emergency situations, OnStar Software updates or changes may OnStar services require a vehicle can use the last stored GPS affect or erase data or settings that electrical system, wireless service, location to send to emergency are stored in the vehicle, such as and GPS satellite technologies to be responders. OnStar Hands-Free Calling name available and operating for features tags, saved navigation destinations, A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems or pre-set radio stations. Neither loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar nor GM is responsible for Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Advisor may give a verbal route or any affected or erased data or may ask for a call back after the settings. These updates or changes vehicle is driven into an open area. may also collect personal information. Such collection is described in the OnStar privacy Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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statement or separately disclosed at may unlawfully intercept or access above copyright notice and this the time of installation. These transmissions and private permission notice appear in all updates or changes may also cause communications without consent. copies. a system to automatically THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED communicate with GM servers to OnStar - Software Acknowledgements “AS IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF collect information about vehicle ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR system status, identify whether Certain OnStar components include IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT updates or changes are available, libcurl and unzip software and other LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES or deliver updates or changes. An third party software. Below are the OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS active OnStar agreement constitutes notices and licenses associated with FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE consent to these software updates libcurl and unzip and for other third AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF or changes and agreement that party software please see http:// THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO either OnStar or GM may remotely www.lg.com/global/support/ EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR deliver them to the vehicle. opensource/index and https:// COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE Privacy www.onstar.com/us/en/support/ LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, getdocuments.html DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, The complete OnStar Privacy libcurl: WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF Statement may be found at CONTRACT, TORT OR www.onstar.com (U.S.), COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We NOTICE OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION recommend that you review it. If you Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE have any questions, call Stenberg, . USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) THE SOFTWARE. or press Q to speak with an All rights reserved. Except as contained in this notice, Advisor. Users of wireless Permission to use, copy, modify, the name of a copyright holder shall communications are cautioned that and distribute this software for any not be used in advertising or the privacy of any information sent purpose with or without fee is otherwise to promote the sale, use via wireless cellular communications hereby granted, provided that the or other dealings in this Software cannot be assured. Third parties without prior written authorization of the copyright holder. Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Index 369 Index A Airbag System (cont'd) Accessories and What Will You See after an Modifications ...... 243 Airbag Inflates? ...... 77 Accessory Power ...... 194 When Should an Airbag Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 208 Inflate? ...... 75 Adaptive Forward Where Are the Airbags? ...... 74 Lighting (AFL) ...... 163 Airbags Adaptive Forward Lighting Adding Equipment to the (AFL) Light ...... 132 Vehicle ...... 83 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 240 Passenger Status Indicator . . . 123 Additional Information Readiness Light ...... 123 OnStar® ...... 363 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Additional Maintenance Vehicles ...... 83 and Care ...... 336 System Check ...... 72 Adjustments Alarm Lumbar, Front Seats ...... 56 Vehicle Security ...... 42 Thigh Support ...... 57 Alert Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...... 253 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 227 Air Filter, Passenger All-Season Tires ...... 278 Compartment ...... 176 All-Wheel Drive ...... 200, 265 Air Vents ...... 175 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 200 Airbag System Warning Light ...... 128 Check ...... 84 Appearance Care How Does an Airbag Exterior ...... 319 Restrain? ...... 77 Interior ...... 323 Passenger Sensing System . . . .78 Armrest What Makes an Airbag Rear Seat ...... 64 Inflate? ...... 77 Armrest Storage ...... 104 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Assistance Systems for Brakes (cont'd) Capacities and Driving ...... 223 Antilock ...... 200 Specifications ...... 343 Assistance Systems for Assist ...... 202 Carbon Monoxide Parking and Backing ...... 217 Fluid ...... 263 Engine Exhaust ...... 196 Automatic System Messages ...... 141 Trunk ...... 40 Door Locks ...... 38 Braking ...... 180 Winter Driving ...... 184 Headlamp System ...... 163 Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 190 Cargo Level Control ...... 205 Bulb Replacement ...... 269 Management System ...... 106 Transmission ...... 197 Back-up Lamps ...... 268 Tie-Downs ...... 105 Transmission Fluid ...... 253 Headlamp Aiming ...... 267 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3 Automatic Transmission Headlamps ...... 268 Center Console Storage ...... 104 Manual Mode ...... 199 High Intensity Discharge Chains, Tire ...... 297 Shift Lock Control Function (HID) Lighting ...... 268 Charging Check ...... 265 License Plate Lamps ...... 269 Wireless ...... 113 Buying New Tires ...... 293 B Charging System Light ...... 124 Check Battery C Malfunction Indicator Exterior Lighting Battery Cadillac Premium Care Engine Light ...... 125 Saver ...... 166 Maintenance ...... 330 Child Restraints Power Protection ...... 166 Calibration ...... 110 Infants and Young Children . . . . .86 Voltage and Charging California Lower Anchors and Tethers Messages ...... 140 Fuel Requirements ...... 233 for Children ...... 91 Battery - North America . . . .264, 313 Perchlorate Materials Older Children ...... 84 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 266 Requirements ...... 243 Securing ...... 97, 99 Boost Gauge ...... 120 California Systems ...... 88 Brake Proposition Cigarette Lighter ...... 114 Parking, Electric ...... 201 65 Warning ...... 243, 264, 313 Circuit Breakers ...... 270 System Warning Light ...... 126 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... 2 Brakes ...... 262 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Cleaning Cooling System ...... 255 Diagnostics Exterior Care ...... 319 Engine Messages ...... 142 OnStar® ...... 363 Interior Care ...... 323 Courtesy Lamps ...... 165 Distracted Driving ...... 179 Climate Control Systems Courtesy Transportation Dome Lamps ...... 165 Dual Automatic ...... 169 Program ...... 351 Door Rear ...... 174 Cover Ajar Light ...... 133 Clock ...... 110 Engine ...... 249 Ajar Messages ...... 142 Cluster, Instrument ...... 115 Cruise Control ...... 206 Delayed Locking ...... 38 Collision Damage Repair ...... 352 Light ...... 133 Locks ...... 36 Compact Spare Tire ...... 311 Messages ...... 141 Power Locks ...... 38 Compartments Cruise Control, Adaptive ...... 208 Rear Seat Pass-Through ...... 65 Storage ...... 103 Customer Assistance ...... 348 Drive Belt Routing, Engine ...... 344 Compass ...... 110 Offices ...... 347 Drive Systems Messages ...... 141 Text Telephone (TTY) All-Wheel Drive ...... 200, 265 Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . 299 Users ...... 348 Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 216 Connections Customer Information Driver Information OnStar® ...... 361 Service Publications Center (DIC) ...... 134 Control Ordering Information ...... 354 Driving Traction and Electronic Customer Satisfaction Assistance Systems ...... 223 Stability ...... 203 Procedure ...... 345 Characteristics and Control of a Vehicle ...... 180 D Towing Tips ...... 236 Convenience Net ...... 106 Defensive ...... 180 Damage Repair, Collision ...... 352 Convex Mirrors ...... 44 Drunk ...... 180 Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3 Coolant For Better Fuel Economy ...... 26 Data Recorders, Event ...... 357 Engine ...... 256 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 183 Daytime Running Engine Temperature Gauge . . 121 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 185 Lamps (DRL) ...... 162 Engine Temperature Loss of Control ...... 182 Defensive Driving ...... 180 Warning Light ...... 130 Off-Road Recovery ...... 182 Delayed Locking ...... 38 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 162 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 186 Coolant Temperature Exterior Lighting Battery Wet Roads ...... 183 Gauge ...... 121 Saver ...... 166 Winter ...... 184 Coolant Temperature F Dual Automatic Climate Warning Light ...... 130 Features Control System ...... 169 Cooling System ...... 255 Memory ...... 12 Cooling System Messages . . . 142 E Filter, Cover ...... 249 Electric Parking Brake ...... 201 Engine Air Cleaner ...... 253 Drive Belt Routing ...... 344 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 127 Flash-to-Pass ...... 162 Exhaust ...... 196 Electrical Equipment, Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 164 Heater ...... 193 Add-On ...... 240 Flat Tire ...... 298 Oil Life System ...... 252 Electrical System Changing ...... 307 Oil Messages ...... 143 Engine Compartment Fuse Floor Mats ...... 326 Oil Pressure Light ...... 131 Block ...... 271 Fluid Overheated Protection Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 270 Automatic Transmission ...... 253 Operating Mode ...... 260 Instrument Panel Fuse Brakes ...... 263 Overheating ...... 259 Block ...... 274 Power Steering ...... 261 Power Messages ...... 143 Overload ...... 270 Washer ...... 262 Running While Parked ...... 197 Rear Compartment Fuse Folding Mirrors ...... 45 Starting ...... 192 Block ...... 275 Forward Collision Alert Engine Oil Emergency (FCA) System ...... 223 Temperature Gauge ...... 121 OnStar® ...... 360 Frequency Statement Entry Lighting ...... 166 Engine Radio ...... 355 Equipment, Towing ...... 240 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 253 Front Automatic Braking Event Data Recorders ...... 357 Check and Service Engine (FAB) System ...... 225 Exit Lighting ...... 166 Soon Light ...... 125 Front Seats Extender, Safety Belt ...... 70 Compartment Overview ...... 246 Adjustment ...... 55 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 160 Coolant ...... 256 Heated and Ventilated ...... 60 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Fuel ...... 232 Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) Additives ...... 233 Fuel ...... 119 High-Beam On Light ...... 132 Economy Driving ...... 26 Odometer ...... 119 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 162 Filling a Portable Fuel Speedometer ...... 119 Lamps On Reminder ...... 133 Container ...... 235 Tachometer ...... 119 Heated Filling the Tank ...... 233 Trip Odometer ...... 119 Rear Seats ...... 64 Foreign Countries ...... 233 Warning Lights and Steering Wheel ...... 108 Gauge ...... 119 Indicators ...... 114 Heated and Ventilated Front Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 131 General Information Seats ...... 60 Requirements, California . . . . . 233 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 328 Heated Mirrors ...... 45 System Messages ...... 144 Towing ...... 236 Heater Full-Size Spare Tire ...... 312 Vehicle Care ...... 243 Engine ...... 193 Fuses Glove Box ...... 104 High-Beam On Light ...... 132 Engine Compartment Fuse H High-Speed Operation ...... 286 Block ...... 271 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 183 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 164 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 270 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 203 Head Restraints ...... 53 Instrument Panel Fuse Hood ...... 245 Head-up Display ...... 137 Block ...... 274 Horn ...... 109 Headlamps Rear Compartment Fuse How to Wear Safety Belts Adaptive Forward Block ...... 275 Properly ...... 66 Lighting (AFL) ...... 163 G Aiming ...... 267 I Garage Door Opener ...... 157 Automatic ...... 163 Ignition Positions ...... 190 Programming ...... 157 Bulb Replacement ...... 268 Immobilizer ...... 43 Gauges Daytime Running Indicator Boost ...... 120 Lamps (DRL) ...... 162 Vehicle Ahead ...... 129 Engine Coolant Flash-to-Pass ...... 162 Infants and Young Children, Temperature ...... 121 High Intensity Discharge Restraints ...... 86 Engine Oil Temperature...... 121 (HID) Lighting ...... 268 Infotainment ...... 168 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Infotainment System ...... 358 Lamps (cont'd) Lighting (cont'd) Instrument Cluster ...... 115 Malfunction Indicator ...... 125 Illumination Control ...... 165 Instrument Panel Messages ...... 144 LED ...... 268 Storage Area ...... 103 On Reminder ...... 133 Lights ...... 128 Instrument Panel Overview ...... 6 Reading ...... 165 Airbag Readiness ...... 123 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 46 Lane Departure Antilock Brake System Introduction ...... 2 Warning (LDW) ...... 229 (ABS) Warning ...... 128 Lane Departure Warning Brake System Warning ...... 126 J Light ...... 128 Charging System ...... 124 Jump Starting - North Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 230 Cruise Control ...... 133 America ...... 313 Lane Keep Assist Light ...... 128 Door Ajar ...... 133 K Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 67 Electric Parking Brake ...... 127 Key and Lock Messages ...... 144 LATCH System Engine Coolant Keyless Entry Replacing Parts after a Temperature Warning ...... 130 Remote (RKE) System ...... 28 Crash ...... 97 Engine Oil Pressure ...... 131 Keys ...... 27 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Flash-to-Pass ...... 162 L Tethers for Children ...... 91 High-Beam On ...... 132 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 279 LED Lighting ...... 268 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 162 Lamps Level Control Lane Departure Warning ...... 128 Courtesy ...... 165 Automatic ...... 205 Low Fuel Warning ...... 131 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 162 Light Safety Belt Reminders ...... 122 Dome ...... 165 Adaptive Forward Lighting Security ...... 132 Exterior Controls ...... 160 (AFL) Light ...... 132 Service Electric Parking Lighter, Cigarette ...... 114 Brake ...... 127 Exterior Lamps Off ® Reminder ...... 162 Lighting StabiliTrak OFF ...... 129 Exterior Lighting Battery Adaptive Forward ...... 163 Tire Pressure ...... 131 Entry ...... 166 Traction Control System Saver ...... 166 ® License Plate ...... 269 Exit ...... 166 (TCS)/StabiliTrak ...... 130 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Lights (cont'd) Massage ...... 62 Mirrors Traction Off ...... 129 Memory Features ...... 12 Automatic Dimming Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 205 Memory Seats ...... 59 Rearview ...... 46 Locks Messages Convex ...... 44 Automatic Door ...... 38 Airbag System ...... 148 Folding ...... 45 Delayed Locking ...... 38 Battery Voltage and Heated ...... 45 Door ...... 36 Charging ...... 140 Power ...... 44 Lockout Protection ...... 39 Brake System ...... 141 Tilt in Reverse ...... 45 Power Door ...... 38 Compass ...... 141 Mirrors, Interior Rearview ...... 46 Safety ...... 39 Door Ajar ...... 142 Monitor System, Tire Loss of Control ...... 182 Engine Cooling System ...... 142 Pressure ...... 287 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 131 Engine Oil ...... 143 N Lower Anchors and Tethers Engine Power ...... 143 Navigation for Children (LATCH Fuel System ...... 144 OnStar® ...... 360 System) ...... 91 Key and Lock ...... 144 Net, Convenience ...... 106 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 56 Lamp ...... 144 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 190 Front Seats ...... 56 Object Detection System . . . . . 145 O M Ride Control System ...... 147 Security ...... 148 Object Detection System Magnetic Ride Control ...... 205 Service Vehicle ...... 148 Messages ...... 145 Maintenance Starting the Vehicle ...... 149 Odometer ...... 119 Records ...... 341 Tire ...... 149 Trip ...... 119 Maintenance and Care Transmission ...... 149 Off-Road Additional ...... 336 Vehicle ...... 140 Recovery ...... 182 Maintenance Schedule ...... 330 Vehicle Reminder ...... 150 Oil Recommended Fluids and Vehicle Speed ...... 150 Engine ...... 250 Lubricants ...... 339 Washer Fluid ...... 150 Engine Oil Life System ...... 252 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 125 Window ...... 150 Messages ...... 143 Manual Mode ...... 199 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Oil (cont'd) Parking Privacy Pressure Light ...... 131 Brake and P (Park) Vehicle Data Recording ...... 356 Older Children, Restraints ...... 84 Mechanism Check ...... 266 Program Online Owner Center ...... 348 Over Things That Burn ...... 196 Courtesy Transportation ...... 351 OnStar ...... 357 Parking or Backing Proposition OnStar® Additional Assistance Systems ...... 217 65 Warning, Information ...... 363 Passenger Airbag Status California ...... 243, 264, 313 OnStar® Connections ...... 361 Indicator ...... 123 R OnStar® Diagnostics ...... 363 Passenger Compartment Air Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 355 OnStar® Emergency ...... 360 Filter ...... 176 Reading Lamps ...... 165 OnStar® Navigation ...... 360 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 78 Rear Axle OnStar® Overview ...... 359 Perchlorate Materials Limited-Slip ...... 205 OnStar® Security ...... 360 Requirements, California ...... 243 Rear Climate Control System . . . 174 Operating Mode Personalization Rear Seat Armrest ...... 64 Overheated Engine Vehicle ...... 150 Rear Seat Pass-Through Door . . . 65 Protection ...... 260 Power Rear Seats ...... 62 Ordering Door Locks ...... 38 Heated ...... 64 Service Publications ...... 354 Mirrors ...... 44 Rear Window Sunshade ...... 49 Outlets Outlets ...... 111 Rearview Mirrors Power ...... 111 Protection, Battery ...... 166 Automatic Dimming ...... 46 Overheated Engine Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 194 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 58 Protection Operating Mode . . . . 260 Seat Adjustment ...... 56 Recommended Fluids and Overheating, Engine ...... 259 Steering Fluid ...... 261 Lubricants ...... 339 Windows ...... 46 P Records Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . 70 Park Maintenance ...... 341 Premium Care Maintenance Shifting Into ...... 195 Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 316 Cadillac ...... 330 Shifting Out of ...... 195 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...... 28 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Remote Vehicle Start ...... 34 Rotation, Tires ...... 291 Seats (cont'd) Replacement Bulbs ...... 269 Routing, Engine Drive Belt ...... 344 Memory ...... 59 Replacement Parts Running the Vehicle While Power Adjustment, Front ...... 56 Airbags ...... 84 Parked ...... 197 Rear ...... 62 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 58 Maintenance ...... 340 S Replacing Airbag System ...... 84 Securing Child Restraints . . . . 97, 99 Safety Belts ...... 65 Replacing LATCH System Security Care ...... 71 Parts after a Crash ...... 97 Light ...... 132 Extender ...... 70 Replacing Safety Belt System Messages ...... 148 How to Wear Safety Belts Parts after a Crash ...... 71 OnStar® ...... 360 Properly ...... 66 Reporting Safety Defects Vehicle ...... 42 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 67 Canadian Government ...... 356 Vehicle Alarm ...... 42 Reminders ...... 122 General Motors ...... 356 Service ...... 176 Replacing after a Crash ...... 71 U.S. Government ...... 355 Accessories and Use During Pregnancy ...... 70 Restraints Modifications ...... 243 Safety Defects Reporting Where to Put ...... 90 Doing Your Own Work ...... 244 Canadian Government ...... 356 Retained Accessory Engine Soon Light ...... 125 General Motors ...... 356 Power (RAP) ...... 194 Maintenance Records ...... 341 U.S. Government ...... 355 Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 45 Maintenance, General Safety Locks ...... 39 Ride Control Systems Information ...... 328 Safety System Check ...... 70 Limited Slip Rear Axle ...... 205 Parts Identification Label . . . . . 342 Scheduling Appointments ...... 350 Magnetic ...... 205 Publications Ordering Sealant Kit, Tire ...... 299 Messages ...... 147 Information ...... 354 Seats Roads Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 350 Adjustment, Front ...... 55 Driving, Wet ...... 183 Vehicle Messages ...... 148 Head Restraints ...... 53 Roadside Service ...... 348 Service Electric Parking Heated and Ventilated Front . . . .60 Roof Brake Light ...... 127 Heated, Rear ...... 64 Sunroof ...... 50 Lumbar Adjustment, Front ...... 56 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Services Steering (cont'd) T Special Application ...... 336 Heated Wheel ...... 108 Tachometer ...... 119 Servicing the Airbag ...... 83 Wheel Adjustment ...... 108 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 348 Shift Lock Control Function Wheel Controls ...... 108 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 43 Check, Automatic Storage Areas Immobilizer ...... 43 Transmission ...... 265 Armrest ...... 104 Thigh Support Adjustment ...... 57 Shifting Cargo Management Time ...... 110 Into Park ...... 195 System ...... 106 Tires ...... 277 Out of Park ...... 195 Center Console ...... 104 All-Season ...... 278 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 227 Convenience Net ...... 106 Buying New Tires ...... 293 Signals, Turn and Glove Box ...... 104 Chains ...... 297 Lane-Change ...... 164 Instrument Panel ...... 103 Changing ...... 307 Spare Tire Storage Compartments ...... 103 Compact Spare ...... 311 Compact ...... 311 Storing the Tire Sealant and Designations ...... 282 Special Application Services . . . . 336 Compressor Kit ...... 306 Different Size ...... 294 Specifications and Stuck Vehicle ...... 185 Full-Size Spare ...... 312 Capacities ...... 343 Summer Tires ...... 279 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 298 Speedometer ...... 119 Sun Visors ...... 48 Inspection ...... 291 StabiliTrak Sunroof ...... 50 Messages ...... 149 OFF Light ...... 129 Sunshade Pressure ...... 286 Start Assist, Hills ...... 203 Rear Window ...... 49 Pressure Light ...... 131 Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 34 Symbols ...... 3 Pressure Monitor Operation . . 288 Starter Switch Check ...... 265 System Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 287 Starting the Engine ...... 192 Forward Collision Rotation ...... 291 Starting the Vehicle Alert (FCA) ...... 223 Sealant and Messages ...... 149 Infotainment ...... 168, 358 Compressor Kit ...... 299 Steering ...... 181 Systems Sealant and Compressor Fluid, Power ...... 261 Driver Assistance ...... 216 Kit, Storing ...... 306 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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Tires (cont'd) Transmission Vehicle (cont'd) Sidewall Labeling ...... 279 Automatic ...... 197 Security ...... 42 Terminology and Definitions . . 282 Fluid, Automatic ...... 253 Speed Messages ...... 150 Uniform Tire Quality Messages ...... 149 Towing ...... 316 Grading ...... 295 Transportation Program, Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 129 Wheel Alignment and Tire Courtesy ...... 351 Vehicle Care Balance ...... 296 Trip Odometer ...... 119 Storing the Tire Sealant Wheel Replacement ...... 296 Trunk ...... 40 and Compressor Kit ...... 306 When It Is Time for New Turn and Lane-Change Tire Pressure ...... 285 Tires ...... 292 Signals ...... 164 Vehicle Data Recording and Winter ...... 278 Privacy ...... 356 U Towing Ventilation, Air ...... 175 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 295 Driving Characteristics ...... 236 Visors ...... 48 Universal Remote System ...... 157 Equipment ...... 240 Operation ...... 159 W General Information ...... 236 Programming ...... 157 Warning Recreational Vehicle ...... 316 Using This Manual ...... 2 Brake System Light ...... 126 Trailer ...... 238 Caution and Danger ...... 3 Vehicle ...... 316 V Lane Departure (LDW) ...... 229 Traction Vehicle Warning Lights, Gauges, and Control System (TCS)/ Alarm System ...... 42 Indicators ...... 114 StabiliTrak® Light ...... 130 Canadian Owners ...... 2 Warnings Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...... 205 Control ...... 180 Hazard Flashers ...... 164 Off Light ...... 129 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 342 Washer Fluid ...... 262 Traction Control/Electronic Load Limits ...... 186 Messages ...... 150 Stability Control ...... 203 Messages ...... 140 Wheels Trailer Personalization ...... 150 Alignment and Tire Balance . . 296 Towing ...... 238 Reminder Messages ...... 150 Different Size ...... 294 Remote Start ...... 34 Replacement ...... 296 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9234768) - 2016 - crc - 5/19/15

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When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 292 Where to Put the Restraint ...... 90 Windows ...... 46 Messages ...... 150 Power ...... 46 Windshield Replacement ...... 267 Wiper/Washer ...... 109 Winter Driving ...... 184 Winter Tires ...... 278 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 266 Wireless Charging ...... 113