Owner's Manual
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2006 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-29 Airbag System ...1-50 Restraint System Check ...1-65 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-22 Mirrors ...2-39 OnStar® System ...2-43 Universal Home Remote System ...2-45 Storage Areas ...2-49 Sunroof ...2-51 Vehicle Personalization ...2-52 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-23 ...
2006 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-29 Airbag System ...1-50 Restraint System Check ...1-65 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-22 Mirrors ...2-39 OnStar® System ...2-43 Universal Home Remote System ...2-45 Storage Areas ...2-49 Sunroof ...2-51 Vehicle Personalization ...2-52 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-23 ...
Owner's Manual
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... the seat approximates normal body temperature. Press the button again to switch to the HI setting. The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on the climate control panel display. When the vehicle is turned off . Pressing the button a third time turns the system off . Reclining Seatbacks There is one button for the driver and one for the front passenger. The...
... the seat approximates normal body temperature. Press the button again to switch to the HI setting. The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on the climate control panel display. When the vehicle is turned off . Pressing the button a third time turns the system off . Reclining Seatbacks There is one button for the driver and one for the front passenger. The...
Owner's Manual
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... Brake ...2-33 Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission) ...2-34 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-36 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) ...2-36 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-37 Engine Exhaust ...2-37 Running the Engine While Parked ...2-38 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Door Locks ...2-8 Central Door Unlocking System ...2-9 Power Door Locks ...2-9 Delayed Locking ...2-9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-10 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-10 Lockout Protection ...2-11 Trunk ...2-12 Windows...
... Brake ...2-33 Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission) ...2-34 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-36 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) ...2-36 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-37 Engine Exhaust ...2-37 Running the Engine While Parked ...2-38 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Door Locks ...2-8 Central Door Unlocking System ...2-9 Power Door Locks ...2-9 Delayed Locking ...2-9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-10 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-10 Lockout Protection ...2-11 Trunk ...2-12 Windows...
Owner's Manual
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... you close the doors, you can be overridden by pressing the lock button on , do the following : 1. When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is open, all the doors will lock and only the driver's door will now work normally. Insert your vehicle. This feature can lock them using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the front door power lock switch or by pressing the power lock switch a second time. 2-11
... you close the doors, you can be overridden by pressing the lock button on , do the following : 1. When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is open, all the doors will lock and only the driver's door will now work normally. Insert your vehicle. This feature can lock them using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the front door power lock switch or by pressing the power lock switch a second time. 2-11
Owner's Manual
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... automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in NEUTRAL with the parking brake set. If your vehicle. Use one of the following procedures to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your heating or cooling system to open the trunk. See Climate Control System. • If you have air outlets on the remote keyless entry transmitter to open the trunk manually. 2-12 See Engine Exhaust...
... automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in NEUTRAL with the parking brake set. If your vehicle. Use one of the following procedures to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your heating or cooling system to open the trunk. See Climate Control System. • If you have air outlets on the remote keyless entry transmitter to open the trunk manually. 2-12 See Engine Exhaust...
Owner's Manual
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... the window is lowering, press the down arrow on the switch again. Programming the Power Windows If the battery on your vehicle's battery. Weather conditions such as it is completely closed . 3. The window is on both front power windows. Express-Up Window This feature is now reprogrammed. The window will need to replace or recharge your vehicle has been recharged, disconnected or is removed. 2-16 With the ignition...
... the window is lowering, press the down arrow on the switch again. Programming the Power Windows If the battery on your vehicle's battery. Weather conditions such as it is completely closed . 3. The window is on both front power windows. Express-Up Window This feature is now reprogrammed. The window will need to replace or recharge your vehicle has been recharged, disconnected or is removed. 2-16 With the ignition...
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... Home Remote System on the instrument panel cluster. The light will illuminate. To arm the system, do the following: 1. The security light will go off and a door is opened without a key or a remote keyless entry transmitter, the horn will sound and the lamps will flash, reminding you close the cover. Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is now armed. Lock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter or the power door lock switch. 2. It...
... Home Remote System on the instrument panel cluster. The light will illuminate. To arm the system, do the following: 1. The security light will go off and a door is opened without a key or a remote keyless entry transmitter, the horn will sound and the lamps will flash, reminding you close the cover. Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is now armed. Lock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter or the power door lock switch. 2. It...
Owner's Manual
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... the ignition switch could be gradually increased. 2-22 Ignition Positions With the key in , engine speed and load can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. During this works, then your hand. Use the correct key and turn the key hard. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-39 for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. Notice: Using a tool to brake, or slow, the vehicle. If...
... the ignition switch could be gradually increased. 2-22 Ignition Positions With the key in , engine speed and load can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. During this works, then your hand. Use the correct key and turn the key hard. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-39 for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. Notice: Using a tool to brake, or slow, the vehicle. If...
Owner's Manual
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... the left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster should come on page 4-39 for more information. 2-33 Parking Brake The parking brake pedal is located on and the vehicle begins to move. To set , the ignition is off before driving. If it does not, you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill, see Towing a Trailer on . Notice: Driving with your vehicle serviced.
... the left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster should come on page 4-39 for more information. 2-33 Parking Brake The parking brake pedal is located on and the vehicle begins to move. To set , the ignition is off before driving. If it does not, you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill, see Towing a Trailer on . Notice: Driving with your vehicle serviced.
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... ...3-34 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...3-35 Charging System Light ...3-37 Brake System Warning Light ...3-38 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...3-39 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ...3-39 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (CTS) ...3-40 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-40 Tire Pressure Light ...3-41 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-41 Oil Pressure Light ...3-44 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Reconfigurable Steering Wheel Controls (SWC) (CTS) ...3-7 Turn Signal...
... ...3-34 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...3-35 Charging System Light ...3-37 Brake System Warning Light ...3-38 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...3-39 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ...3-39 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (CTS) ...3-40 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-40 Tire Pressure Light ...3-41 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-41 Oil Pressure Light ...3-44 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Reconfigurable Steering Wheel Controls (SWC) (CTS) ...3-7 Turn Signal...
Owner's Manual
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... To prevent this switch to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-29 and Scheduled Maintenance on . This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the outboard outlets (for the side windows), and a little air directed to the windshield. After manually selecting recirculation, the auto button must...
... To prevent this switch to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-29 and Scheduled Maintenance on . This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the outboard outlets (for the side windows), and a little air directed to the windshield. After manually selecting recirculation, the auto button must...
Owner's Manual
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... not work properly. There is also an interior temperature sensor located to the right of the climate control panel to allow the passenger's climate control setting to increase or decrease the temperature for the front passenger. Press AUTO to return to manually turn off the air conditioning compressor. A/C OFF (Air Conditioning): Press this button to automatic operation or press the A/C OFF button again. Sensors These sensors monitor the solar radiation...
... not work properly. There is also an interior temperature sensor located to the right of the climate control panel to allow the passenger's climate control setting to increase or decrease the temperature for the front passenger. Press AUTO to return to manually turn off the air conditioning compressor. A/C OFF (Air Conditioning): Press this button to automatic operation or press the A/C OFF button again. Sensors These sensors monitor the solar radiation...
Owner's Manual
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... working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle's emission controls and may cause this light to come on, as a check to show you are towing a trailer...
... working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle's emission controls and may cause this light to come on, as a check to show you are towing a trailer...
Owner's Manual
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... of a metric tire sizing system. Speed ratings range from sidewall to 279. Tire Terminology and Definitions (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Tire and Rim Association. (B) Tire Width: The three-digit number indicates the tire section width in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). and the letter B means belted-bias ply construction. 5-62 Air Pressure: The amount...
... of a metric tire sizing system. Speed ratings range from sidewall to 279. Tire Terminology and Definitions (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Tire and Rim Association. (B) Tire Width: The three-digit number indicates the tire section width in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). and the letter B means belted-bias ply construction. 5-62 Air Pressure: The amount...
Owner's Manual
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... that extend to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Rim: A metal support for New Tires on an individual tire due to the beads are laid at which the tire beads are seated. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at 90 degrees to a vehicle showing the vehicle's capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended in flation pressure and shown on a vehicle. The ratings are...
... that extend to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Rim: A metal support for New Tires on an individual tire due to the beads are laid at which the tire beads are seated. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at 90 degrees to a vehicle showing the vehicle's capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended in flation pressure and shown on a vehicle. The ratings are...
Owner's Manual
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...-style air pressure gage, or a key. 7. You will need to the driver's side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 6. 8. Turn the ignition switch to the new tire and wheel position. The horn chirp, which may also be matched to ON with the driver's side front tire. 6. See your vehicle has Tire Pressure Monitors. If it does not replace normal tire maintenance. Using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, lock and unlock the vehicle's doors...
...-style air pressure gage, or a key. 7. You will need to the driver's side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 6. 8. Turn the ignition switch to the new tire and wheel position. The horn chirp, which may also be matched to ON with the driver's side front tire. 6. See your vehicle has Tire Pressure Monitors. If it does not replace normal tire maintenance. Using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, lock and unlock the vehicle's doors...
Owner's Manual
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... Usage Wiring Harness Connection Wiring Harness Connection Engine Wiring Harness Connection Usage RRPDB (Passenger's Side Rear Power Distribution Box) RRPDB (Passenger's Side Rear Power Distribution Box) LRPDB (Driver's Side Rear Power Distribution Box) LRPDB (Driver's Side Rear Power Distribution Box) High Cooling Fan Motor Low Cooling Fan Motor PWM Fan Motor Assembly Starter Solenoid Anti-Lock Brake System Headlamp Washer Motor Not Used Front Blower Fog Lamps Powertrain/ECM Starter Solenoid Compressor Clutch Ignition Switch (ON) R REAR R REAR L REAR L REAR HI FAN LO FAN BLOWER STARTER ABS...
... Usage Wiring Harness Connection Wiring Harness Connection Engine Wiring Harness Connection Usage RRPDB (Passenger's Side Rear Power Distribution Box) RRPDB (Passenger's Side Rear Power Distribution Box) LRPDB (Driver's Side Rear Power Distribution Box) LRPDB (Driver's Side Rear Power Distribution Box) High Cooling Fan Motor Low Cooling Fan Motor PWM Fan Motor Assembly Starter Solenoid Anti-Lock Brake System Headlamp Washer Motor Not Used Front Blower Fog Lamps Powertrain/ECM Starter Solenoid Compressor Clutch Ignition Switch (ON) R REAR R REAR L REAR L REAR HI FAN LO FAN BLOWER STARTER ABS...
Owner's Manual
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... Rear License Plate Assembly, Dash DIMMING Integrated Module (DIM) DIM, ALDL (Assembly Line Data DIM/ALDL Link) FLASHER Turn Signal/Hazard Flasher Module ECM Electronic Control Module Fuses Usage Steering Wheel Control Pad, STRG CTLS Headlamp Switch Clutch Switch (Normal Closed), HTR VLV/ Clutch Switch (Normal Open), CLTCH Jumper to Start Relay Coil for Automatic Transmission Driver's and Passenger's Side WASH NOZ Heated Washer Nozzles Driver's & Passenger's Side PRE O2/CAM Oxygen Sensors, CAM Phaser, Canister Purge Transmission Control Module, TCM/IPC Engine Control Module, Instrument Panel...
... Rear License Plate Assembly, Dash DIMMING Integrated Module (DIM) DIM, ALDL (Assembly Line Data DIM/ALDL Link) FLASHER Turn Signal/Hazard Flasher Module ECM Electronic Control Module Fuses Usage Steering Wheel Control Pad, STRG CTLS Headlamp Switch Clutch Switch (Normal Closed), HTR VLV/ Clutch Switch (Normal Open), CLTCH Jumper to Start Relay Coil for Automatic Transmission Driver's and Passenger's Side WASH NOZ Heated Washer Nozzles Driver's & Passenger's Side PRE O2/CAM Oxygen Sensors, CAM Phaser, Canister Purge Transmission Control Module, TCM/IPC Engine Control Module, Instrument Panel...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle. Taillamps, Center High-Mounted Stoplamp, Flasher Module, ABS Module, Trailer Lamps HDLP Headlamp Leveling System Chassis LEVELING Sensors (Export Only) SPARE Not Used CCP CCP (Climate Control Panel) Heated Seat Modules, Air Inlet IGN 3 Motor, Shifter Assembly SPARE Not Used SPARE Not Used FUSE PULLER Fuse Puller L FRT HTD Driver's Heated Seat Module SEAT MOD MEM/ADAPT Driver's Power Seat Switch, Memory SEAT Seat Module 5-110 See "Removing the Rear Seat Cushion" listed previously. Rear Underseat Fuse Block (Driver's Side) Fuses SPARE SPARE AUDIO SPARE REAR...
... the vehicle. Taillamps, Center High-Mounted Stoplamp, Flasher Module, ABS Module, Trailer Lamps HDLP Headlamp Leveling System Chassis LEVELING Sensors (Export Only) SPARE Not Used CCP CCP (Climate Control Panel) Heated Seat Modules, Air Inlet IGN 3 Motor, Shifter Assembly SPARE Not Used SPARE Not Used FUSE PULLER Fuse Puller L FRT HTD Driver's Heated Seat Module SEAT MOD MEM/ADAPT Driver's Power Seat Switch, Memory SEAT Seat Module 5-110 See "Removing the Rear Seat Cushion" listed previously. Rear Underseat Fuse Block (Driver's Side) Fuses SPARE SPARE AUDIO SPARE REAR...
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... the Time ...3-85 Theft-Deterrent ...3-101 Understanding Reception ...3-102 Reading Lamps ...3-21 Rear Axle ...5-49 Limited-Slip ...4-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-10 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-25 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...1-22 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® ...2-39 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® and Compass ...2-39 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Reconfigurable Steering Wheel Controls ...3-7 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-37 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry...
... the Time ...3-85 Theft-Deterrent ...3-101 Understanding Reception ...3-102 Reading Lamps ...3-21 Rear Axle ...5-49 Limited-Slip ...4-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-10 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-25 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...1-22 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® ...2-39 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® and Compass ...2-39 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Reconfigurable Steering Wheel Controls ...3-7 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-37 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry...
