Owner's Manual
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2009 Cadillac STS/STS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-7 Child Restraints ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-51 Restraint System Check ...1-66 ...2-1..., and Indicators ...3-55 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-72 Audio System(s) ...3-97 Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-29 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 Rear Axle ...5-48 Front Axle ...5-49 Headlamp Aiming ...5-50 Bulb Replacement ...5-...
2009 Cadillac STS/STS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-7 Child Restraints ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-51 Restraint System Check ...1-66 ...2-1..., and Indicators ...3-55 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-72 Audio System(s) ...3-97 Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-29 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 Rear Axle ...5-48 Front Axle ...5-49 Headlamp Aiming ...5-50 Bulb Replacement ...5-...
Owner's Manual
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... BATTERY LOW. See "Battery Replacement" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-79 for more information. 2. Cell phone chargers can still drive the vehicle. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-79. See "No Fobs Detected" under Keyless Access System Operation on the instrument ...panel. If you do the following: • Audio System • Audio Steering Wheel Controls • Power Windows Power to RAP. Press the button again to return to these accessories will display NO FOBS DETECTED. When the...
... BATTERY LOW. See "Battery Replacement" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-79 for more information. 2. Cell phone chargers can still drive the vehicle. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-79. See "No Fobs Detected" under Keyless Access System Operation on the instrument ...panel. If you do the following: • Audio System • Audio Steering Wheel Controls • Power Windows Power to RAP. Press the button again to return to these accessories will display NO FOBS DETECTED. When the...
Owner's Manual
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... Park on page 2-35. At low vehicle speeds, you can also use R (Reverse) to rock your foot is for normal driving. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. D (Drive): This position is firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered...
... Park on page 2-35. At low vehicle speeds, you can also use R (Reverse) to rock your foot is for normal driving. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. D (Drive): This position is firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered...
Owner's Manual
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...Duty Cooling) on page 4-31 or Towing a Trailer (Vehicles With Heavy Duty Cooling) on and the vehicle begins to the left of the steering wheel. To set , the ignition is located on page 3-62 for any reason, the selected gear will automatically downshift when the vehicle comes to brake ... push the parking brake pedal. To stop . Parking Brake The parking brake pedal is on page 4-32 for more power during take-off before driving. The transmission will allow for more information. If the ignition is off and passing. See Brake System Warning Light on the lower portion of the...
...Duty Cooling) on page 4-31 or Towing a Trailer (Vehicles With Heavy Duty Cooling) on and the vehicle begins to the left of the steering wheel. To set , the ignition is located on page 3-62 for any reason, the selected gear will automatically downshift when the vehicle comes to brake ... push the parking brake pedal. To stop . Parking Brake The parking brake pedal is on page 4-32 for more power during take-off before driving. The transmission will allow for more information. If the ignition is off and passing. See Brake System Warning Light on the lower portion of the...
Owner's Manual
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...STABILITY SYS message is displayed, a larger degree of steering wheel input at low vehicle speeds and a smaller degree of steering wheel input at higher vehicle speeds may be required. See your dealer/ retailer. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle with the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak ...turning the ignition off the road as soon as possible. If this message displays, both SBZA displays will remain on after continued driving, the system needs service. SERVICE STABILITY SYS (System) Your vehicle has a vehicle stability enhancement system called Enhanced StabiliTrak. 3-90...
...STABILITY SYS message is displayed, a larger degree of steering wheel input at low vehicle speeds and a smaller degree of steering wheel input at higher vehicle speeds may be required. See your dealer/ retailer. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle with the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak ...turning the ignition off the road as soon as possible. If this message displays, both SBZA displays will remain on after continued driving, the system needs service. SERVICE STABILITY SYS (System) Your vehicle has a vehicle stability enhancement system called Enhanced StabiliTrak. 3-90...
Owner's Manual
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Your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle may be different. See "Active Steering" under Steering on page 4-6. The center position of steering wheel input at high vehicle speeds. SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS (System) This message displays when the suspension system is still operational. SERVICE...Tire Pressure Light on , there may be a problem with the TPMS. See your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with normal power steering, but you may continue to drive your vehicle with Enhanced StabiliTrak option and the suspension system needs service, the Enhanced StabiliTrak system ...
Your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle may be different. See "Active Steering" under Steering on page 4-6. The center position of steering wheel input at high vehicle speeds. SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS (System) This message displays when the suspension system is still operational. SERVICE...Tire Pressure Light on , there may be a problem with the TPMS. See your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with normal power steering, but you may continue to drive your vehicle with Enhanced StabiliTrak option and the suspension system needs service, the Enhanced StabiliTrak system ...
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... winter weather. STABILITY SYS (System) NOT READY This message displays if the StabiliTrak system is returned to warm up. STABILITY COMPETITIVE MODE If your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with directional control of the vehicle. When the Stability Secure Mode is in a straight line until the sensors are... mode. See Enhanced StabiliTrak® on page 4-6 for stability control has been turned on page 4-6 for more information. 3-93 STABILITY SECURE MODE If your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with directional control of the vehicle.
... winter weather. STABILITY SYS (System) NOT READY This message displays if the StabiliTrak system is returned to warm up. STABILITY COMPETITIVE MODE If your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with directional control of the vehicle. When the Stability Secure Mode is in a straight line until the sensors are... mode. See Enhanced StabiliTrak® on page 4-6 for stability control has been turned on page 4-6 for more information. 3-93 STABILITY SECURE MODE If your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with directional control of the vehicle.
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This message may also display after : • Driving in the Stability Competitive Mode. • The stability control system is no longer available to assist with directional control of the vehicle. See Enhanced StabiliTrak&#... vehicle conditions have been cleared. See StabiliTrak® System on page 4-6 for more information. Have your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with directional control of the vehicle, if needed. See your driving accordingly. See Traction Control System (TCS) on /off by the driver. STABILITY TOURING MODE If your vehicle...
This message may also display after : • Driving in the Stability Competitive Mode. • The stability control system is no longer available to assist with directional control of the vehicle. See Enhanced StabiliTrak&#... vehicle conditions have been cleared. See StabiliTrak® System on page 4-6 for more information. Have your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with directional control of the vehicle, if needed. See your driving accordingly. See Traction Control System (TCS) on /off by the driver. STABILITY TOURING MODE If your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...on Wet Roads ...4-18 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...4-19 Highway Hypnosis ...4-19 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-20 Winter Driving ...4-21 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...4-23 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It...ABS) ...4-4 Braking in Emergencies ...4-5 StabiliTrak® System ...4-6 Enhanced StabiliTrak® ...4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) ...4-10 Competitive Driving Mode ...4-11 Magnetic Ride Control™ ...4-12 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...4-12 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...4-12 Steering ...4-12 Off-Road Recovery ...4-15 Passing ...4-15 Loss of Control ...4-15 4-1
...on Wet Roads ...4-18 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...4-19 Highway Hypnosis ...4-19 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-20 Winter Driving ...4-21 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...4-23 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It...ABS) ...4-4 Braking in Emergencies ...4-5 StabiliTrak® System ...4-6 Enhanced StabiliTrak® ...4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) ...4-10 Competitive Driving Mode ...4-11 Magnetic Ride Control™ ...4-12 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...4-12 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...4-12 Steering ...4-12 Off-Road Recovery ...4-15 Passing ...4-15 Loss of Control ...4-15 4-1
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...by using the Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak button. Cruise control may be offset from the center position while driving straight. Enhanced StabiliTrak® All-wheel-drive (AWD) vehicles with the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option have an enhanced computer controlled vehicle stability system ...is being used when StabiliTrak activates, it will be temporarily disabled which may be displayed on . If the vehicle has all-wheel-drive and has Active Steering with directional control of the vehicle in the brake pedal. When the system activates, a STABILITY SYS ...
...by using the Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak button. Cruise control may be offset from the center position while driving straight. Enhanced StabiliTrak® All-wheel-drive (AWD) vehicles with the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option have an enhanced computer controlled vehicle stability system ...is being used when StabiliTrak activates, it will be temporarily disabled which may be displayed on . If the vehicle has all-wheel-drive and has Active Steering with directional control of the vehicle in the brake pedal. When the system activates, a STABILITY SYS ...
Owner's Manual
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...should always be left on AWD and STS-V vehicles, the system may be heard or felt while it senses that limits wheel spin. This is on page 3-63. On an All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) vehicle, the system will not limit wheel spin. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions....a traction control system that any of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to limit wheel spin. This is off on , but this happens, the system brakes the spinning wheel(s) and/or reduces engine power to lose traction. Adjust your driving accordingly. This warning light comes on if there ...
...should always be left on AWD and STS-V vehicles, the system may be heard or felt while it senses that limits wheel spin. This is on page 3-63. On an All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) vehicle, the system will not limit wheel spin. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions....a traction control system that any of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to limit wheel spin. This is off on , but this happens, the system brakes the spinning wheel(s) and/or reduces engine power to lose traction. Adjust your driving accordingly. This warning light comes on if there ...
Owner's Manual
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...to move the vehicle. If the controller detects a problem within the system, the DIC will take much you turn the steering wheel. It works like four-wheel drive, but it will display a SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS message. The active steering system uses the steering actuator to automatically adjust the ... higher speeds. It provides ease when parking, yet a firm, solid feel when steering at all vehicle speeds. Active Steering All-wheel-drive vehicles with the Active Steering with a limited-slip rear axle can steer but there is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for service....
...to move the vehicle. If the controller detects a problem within the system, the DIC will take much you turn the steering wheel. It works like four-wheel drive, but it will display a SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS message. The active steering system uses the steering actuator to automatically adjust the ... higher speeds. It provides ease when parking, yet a firm, solid feel when steering at all vehicle speeds. Active Steering All-wheel-drive vehicles with the Active Steering with a limited-slip rear axle can steer but there is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for service....
Owner's Manual
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Dolly Towing (Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) (STS Only) Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of the towing vehicle? Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on how far and how long they can tow. • Is the proper towing equipment going to be towed...recommendations. • Is the vehicle ready to be travelled? Dinghy Towing Notice: If the vehicle is prepared to be towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be used? The vehicle was not designed to be damaged. See your dealer/retailer or trailering ...
Dolly Towing (Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) (STS Only) Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of the towing vehicle? Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on how far and how long they can tow. • Is the proper towing equipment going to be towed...recommendations. • Is the vehicle ready to be travelled? Dinghy Towing Notice: If the vehicle is prepared to be towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be used? The vehicle was not designed to be damaged. See your dealer/retailer or trailering ...
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... to the tow vehicle following the manufacturer's instructions. 6. Attach the dolly to LOCK/OFF. Drive the rear wheels onto the dolly. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles can only be towed on a flat -bed truck or trailer. 4-31 The STS-V can be towed using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Dolly Towing...
... to the tow vehicle following the manufacturer's instructions. 6. Attach the dolly to LOCK/OFF. Drive the rear wheels onto the dolly. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles can only be towed on a flat -bed truck or trailer. 4-31 The STS-V can be towed using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Dolly Towing...
Owner's Manual
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... Operating Mode ...5-36 Power Steering Fluid ...5-37 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-38 Brakes ...5-39 Battery ...5-42 Jump Starting ...5-42 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 Rear Axle ...5-48 Front Axle ...5-49 Headlamp Aiming ...5-50 Bulb Replacement ...5-51 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ...5-51...Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...5-54 Winter Tires ...5-55 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-56 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-59 Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) ...5-62 Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-64 High-Speed Operation ...5-65 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...5-66 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation...
... Operating Mode ...5-36 Power Steering Fluid ...5-37 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-38 Brakes ...5-39 Battery ...5-42 Jump Starting ...5-42 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 Rear Axle ...5-48 Front Axle ...5-49 Headlamp Aiming ...5-50 Bulb Replacement ...5-51 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ...5-51...Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...5-54 Winter Tires ...5-55 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-56 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-59 Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) ...5-62 Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-64 High-Speed Operation ...5-65 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...5-66 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation...
Owner's Manual
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Always connect and remove the jumper cables in this section apply to your warranty. All-Wheel Drive All of the lubricant checks in the correct order, making sure that the cables do the following: 1. Have it inspected and repaired. 5-47 The repairs ...would not be covered by your vehicle. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that need lubrication. If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, there is a leak or you suspect there is an additional system that had the dead battery. 2. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative...
Always connect and remove the jumper cables in this section apply to your warranty. All-Wheel Drive All of the lubricant checks in the correct order, making sure that the cables do the following: 1. Have it inspected and repaired. 5-47 The repairs ...would not be covered by your vehicle. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that need lubrication. If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, there is a leak or you suspect there is an additional system that had the dead battery. 2. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative...
Owner's Manual
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... 125,000 (200 000) • • 150,000 (240 000) • • 6-6 Replace engine air cleaner filter. Replace passenger compartment air filter. All-wheel-drive vehicles: Change transfer case fluid (severe service). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-23. See footnote (g). See footnote (p). Additional Required Services Service and...
... 125,000 (200 000) • • 150,000 (240 000) • • 6-6 Replace engine air cleaner filter. Replace passenger compartment air filter. All-wheel-drive vehicles: Change transfer case fluid (severe service). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-23. See footnote (g). See footnote (p). Additional Required Services Service and...
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Additional Required Services (cont'd) Service and Miles (Kilometers) All-wheel-drive vehicles: Change transfer case fluid (normal service). See footnote (q). Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs &#... Supercharged Engine: Intercooler system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). See footnote (n). An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine accessory drive belt. If using DOT-4 brake fluid, change brake fluid at a regular maintenance service every two years. See footnote (l). Replace spark plugs...
Additional Required Services (cont'd) Service and Miles (Kilometers) All-wheel-drive vehicles: Change transfer case fluid (normal service). See footnote (q). Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs &#... Supercharged Engine: Intercooler system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). See footnote (n). An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine accessory drive belt. If using DOT-4 brake fluid, change brake fluid at a regular maintenance service every two years. See footnote (l). Replace spark plugs...
Owner's Manual
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..., in Canada 89021186). Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Weatherstrip Conditioning Rear Axle 6-14 Usage Front Axle (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM...
..., in Canada 89021186). Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Weatherstrip Conditioning Rear Axle 6-14 Usage Front Axle (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM...
Owner's Manual
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... Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? ...1-58 When Should an Airbag Inflate? ...1-56 Where Are the Airbags? ...1-53 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ...4-12 Antenna, Backglass ...3-134 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-134 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...4-4 Antilock Brake, System Warning Light ...3-63...
... Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? ...1-58 When Should an Airbag Inflate? ...1-56 Where Are the Airbags? ...1-53 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ...4-12 Antenna, Backglass ...3-134 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-134 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...4-4 Antilock Brake, System Warning Light ...3-63...
