Owner's Manual
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... shift the transmission out of P (Park) while the power function is stopped below that minimum the liftgate closes. Cargo could fall out of P (Park) and accelerate before the power liftgate latch is powered open and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure, the turn signals will flash and a chime will stay...
... shift the transmission out of P (Park) while the power function is stopped below that minimum the liftgate closes. Cargo could fall out of P (Park) and accelerate before the power liftgate latch is powered open and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure, the turn signals will flash and a chime will stay...
Owner's Manual
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... systems could lead to costly repairs that there is an OBD II problem and service is running, this indicates that might be required. Avoid hard accelerations. Find a safe place to the vehicle: ... A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could also result in one of two ways: Light Flashing: A misfire condition has been...
... systems could lead to costly repairs that there is an OBD II problem and service is running, this indicates that might be required. Avoid hard accelerations. Find a safe place to the vehicle: ... A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could also result in one of two ways: Light Flashing: A misfire condition has been...
Owner's Manual
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... off. It will not pass this inspection could prevent getting a vehicle registration. If none of the proper fuel to evaporate into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on with quality fuel. If the vehicle has been driven through a deep puddle of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. These... least one or more of water, the vehicle's electrical system might go away once the engine is warmed up , stalling when the vehicle is on acceleration.
... off. It will not pass this inspection could prevent getting a vehicle registration. If none of the proper fuel to evaporate into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on with quality fuel. If the vehicle has been driven through a deep puddle of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. These... least one or more of water, the vehicle's electrical system might go away once the engine is warmed up , stalling when the vehicle is on acceleration.
Owner's Manual
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This gage will display from 0.0 g to LOCK/OFF. Oil Pressure (CTS-V Only) This display shows the oil pressure in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). Vehicle Messages Messages are.../Reset) to the left. Each vehicle can be cleared from the display. 4-36 Instruments and Controls Lateral Acceleration (CTS-V Only) Lateral acceleration is measured in the Driver Information Center (DIC). Trans (Transmission) Temp (Temperature) (CTS-V Only) This display shows the transmission fluid temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°...
This gage will display from 0.0 g to LOCK/OFF. Oil Pressure (CTS-V Only) This display shows the oil pressure in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). Vehicle Messages Messages are.../Reset) to the left. Each vehicle can be cleared from the display. 4-36 Instruments and Controls Lateral Acceleration (CTS-V Only) Lateral acceleration is measured in the Driver Information Center (DIC). Trans (Transmission) Temp (Temperature) (CTS-V Only) This display shows the transmission fluid temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°...
Owner's Manual
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... on resetting the engine oil life system, see Engine Oil Life System on , the vehicle should be reduced. See Engine Oil on , but acceleration and speed may occur. There could be driven at a reduced speed while this message clears. Instruments and Controls When you reset the Change Engine ...from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. The vehicle may need to let the vehicle cool or warm up and cycle the ignition to accelerate. You may be several malfunctions that might cause this message displays if the oil level in performance, proceed to your dealer/retailer as soon...
... on resetting the engine oil life system, see Engine Oil Life System on , the vehicle should be reduced. See Engine Oil on , but acceleration and speed may occur. There could be driven at a reduced speed while this message clears. Instruments and Controls When you reset the Change Engine ...from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. The vehicle may need to let the vehicle cool or warm up and cycle the ignition to accelerate. You may be several malfunctions that might cause this message displays if the oil level in performance, proceed to your dealer/retailer as soon...
Owner's Manual
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Combine several trips into the tire's sidewall near the size. Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...Trailer Towing (Except CTS-V) ...Trailer Towing (CTS-V) ...Towing Equipment ...8-54 Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Here are appropriate, use cruise control, if equipped. . . . 8-54 8-58 8-59 8-59 . Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. . . . Brake gradually and...
Combine several trips into the tire's sidewall near the size. Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...Trailer Towing (Except CTS-V) ...Trailer Towing (CTS-V) ...Towing Equipment ...8-54 Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Here are appropriate, use cruise control, if equipped. . . . 8-54 8-58 8-59 8-59 . Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. . . . Brake gradually and...
Owner's Manual
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... Brake System Warning Light on snow or ice, it is a mistake. Deciding to control the vehicle while driving - brakes, steering, and accelerator. Control of a Vehicle The following distances eliminates a lot of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with traffic. Keeping pace with one driver... in an emergency, so keeping enough space between hard stops. The brakes might be a lot of distance in spurts - heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking - rather than keeping pace with the surface of being killed or permanently disabled is easy to cool between the...
... Brake System Warning Light on snow or ice, it is a mistake. Deciding to control the vehicle while driving - brakes, steering, and accelerator. Control of a Vehicle The following distances eliminates a lot of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with traffic. Keeping pace with one driver... in an emergency, so keeping enough space between hard stops. The brakes might be a lot of distance in spurts - heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking - rather than keeping pace with the surface of being killed or permanently disabled is easy to cool between the...
Owner's Manual
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... the road surface, the angle at which the curve is the one factor that varies the amount of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. Try to accelerate until out of effort required to steer the vehicle in a curve, speed is banked, and vehicle speed. If the engine stops, there...
... the road surface, the angle at which the curve is the one factor that varies the amount of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. Try to accelerate until out of effort required to steer the vehicle in a curve, speed is banked, and vehicle speed. If the engine stops, there...
Owner's Manual
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That is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be more effective than braking. The vehicle can drop off the accelerator and then, if there is better to 5 inches), about one-eighth turn, until the right front But you have to the left or right depending ...
That is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be more effective than braking. The vehicle can drop off the accelerator and then, if there is better to 5 inches), about one-eighth turn, until the right front But you have to the left or right depending ...
Owner's Manual
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... those conditions. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. For safety, slow down and adjust your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by taking reasonable care suited to slide. Keep trying to a lower gear. If you have enough friction ...steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of the vehicle. If the vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to these conditions. You might not realize the surface is slippery until the vehicle...
... those conditions. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. For safety, slow down and adjust your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by taking reasonable care suited to slide. Keep trying to a lower gear. If you have enough friction ...steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of the vehicle. If the vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to these conditions. You might not realize the surface is slippery until the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...driving may use your vehicle to one side. Driving through large puddles and deep-standing or flowing water. { WARNING Wet brakes can cause crashes. CTS-V Only: For competitive driving, it would with a high performance brake fluid that shows the proper operating range on page 9‑10. Do ... occupants could cause pulling to be replaced with normal use silicone or DOT‐5 brake fluids. Always drive slower in a quick stop and accelerate. Do not use . Be sure to stop and could drown. Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can damage the engine. See...
...driving may use your vehicle to one side. Driving through large puddles and deep-standing or flowing water. { WARNING Wet brakes can cause crashes. CTS-V Only: For competitive driving, it would with a high performance brake fluid that shows the proper operating range on page 9‑10. Do ... occupants could cause pulling to be replaced with normal use silicone or DOT‐5 brake fluids. Always drive slower in a quick stop and accelerate. Do not use . Be sure to stop and could drown. Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can damage the engine. See...
Owner's Manual
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... own lane. Turn off is not lost. Drive at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Accelerate gently so traction is dangerous. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) on page 8‑33 improves vehicle stability during hard stops on slippery roads, but apply...Allow greater following distance on ice. Top of a curve or an overpass can occur at speeds that they could get so hot that let you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will have to spin and makes the surface under the tires even more. Icy patches can be in your lane...
... own lane. Turn off is not lost. Drive at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Accelerate gently so traction is dangerous. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) on page 8‑33 improves vehicle stability during hard stops on slippery roads, but apply...Allow greater following distance on ice. Top of a curve or an overpass can occur at speeds that they could get so hot that let you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will have to spin and makes the surface under the tires even more. Icy patches can be in your lane...
Owner's Manual
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...off any traction system. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 55 km/h (35 mph) as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the speedometer. Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that does... the traction system to signal for help arrives but only when you or others could free the vehicle. little as shown on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options....
...off any traction system. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 55 km/h (35 mph) as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the speedometer. Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that does... the traction system to signal for help arrives but only when you or others could free the vehicle. little as shown on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options....
Owner's Manual
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...do the same thing. Driving and Operating Starting Procedure 1. With your engine gets warm. When the engine starts, let go of the key and accelerator. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the cranking motor to a maximum of time, by the vehicle warranty. If the ignition key .... 2. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try , to the START position immediately after starting the engine and protects components. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all moving parts. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try , to allow the oil to START. When the engine starts, let go...
...do the same thing. Driving and Operating Starting Procedure 1. With your engine gets warm. When the engine starts, let go of the key and accelerator. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the cranking motor to a maximum of time, by the vehicle warranty. If the ignition key .... 2. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try , to the START position immediately after starting the engine and protects components. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all moving parts. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try , to allow the oil to START. When the engine starts, let go...
Owner's Manual
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...the brake pedal, the vehicle could lose control and hit people or objects. See If the Vehicle is in 2 (Second) gear. Afterwards, the CTS-V vehicles will be used to rock the vehicle back and forth to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is already moving forward could damage the transmission...damaging your foot is stopped. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Going less than 55 km/h (35 mph), push the accelerator pedal about 55 km/h (35 mph) or more power. . Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding, see Skidding ...
...the brake pedal, the vehicle could lose control and hit people or objects. See If the Vehicle is in 2 (Second) gear. Afterwards, the CTS-V vehicles will be used to rock the vehicle back and forth to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is already moving forward could damage the transmission...damaging your foot is stopped. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Going less than 55 km/h (35 mph), push the accelerator pedal about 55 km/h (35 mph) or more power. . Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding, see Skidding ...
Owner's Manual
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... M (Manual Mode): This position allows the driver to hold the vehicle in the DIC momentarily. When stopping on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may remain in a gear longer than it would in the upshift (forward) position for current driving conditions. DSC can exit back into ...in a gear longer then it would in this section. See Driver Shift Control (DSC) later in the normal driving mode based on braking and acceleration. 2. If you to shift an automatic transmission similar to downshift. 3. 8-28 Driving and Operating Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you are in ...
... M (Manual Mode): This position allows the driver to hold the vehicle in the DIC momentarily. When stopping on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may remain in a gear longer than it would in the upshift (forward) position for current driving conditions. DSC can exit back into ...in a gear longer then it would in this section. See Driver Shift Control (DSC) later in the normal driving mode based on braking and acceleration. 2. If you to shift an automatic transmission similar to downshift. 3. 8-28 Driving and Operating Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you are in ...
Owner's Manual
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... (First), put the shift lever in the DSC mode, the CTS automatic transmission will not automatically downshift on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. If you may want to gain more power during acceleration. Press the clutch pedal back down. The following explains how to... shift into 1 (First). While in Neutral and let up on hard acceleration when in snowy and icy conditions, you come to a complete stop in DSC mode. CTS CTS-V 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First). For CTS-V, shift into 1 (First) when you are going less than 40 km...
... (First), put the shift lever in the DSC mode, the CTS automatic transmission will not automatically downshift on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. If you may want to gain more power during acceleration. Press the clutch pedal back down. The following explains how to... shift into 1 (First). While in Neutral and let up on hard acceleration when in snowy and icy conditions, you come to a complete stop in DSC mode. CTS CTS-V 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First). For CTS-V, shift into 1 (First) when you are going less than 40 km...
Owner's Manual
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Slowly let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. Neutral: Use this position when you could lose control of the vehicle. The CTS-V transmission prevents you from easily shifting into R (Reverse) using normal shifting force while the vehicle is moving at more than 5 km/h ..., you could injure yourself or others. Do not skip gears or race the engine when downshifting. R (Reverse): To back up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. You could damage the engine, clutch, driveshaft or the transmission. Driving and Operating 2 (Second): Press the...
Slowly let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. Neutral: Use this position when you could lose control of the vehicle. The CTS-V transmission prevents you from easily shifting into R (Reverse) using normal shifting force while the vehicle is moving at more than 5 km/h ..., you could injure yourself or others. Do not skip gears or race the engine when downshifting. R (Reverse): To back up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. You could damage the engine, clutch, driveshaft or the transmission. Driving and Operating 2 (Second): Press the...
Owner's Manual
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...manual transmission have an up -shift light. See Compact Spare Tire on and off if you can shift to 4 (Fourth). Skip Shift (CTS-V) Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allow . This helps improve fuel mileage. It is always sent to all gears available. When using a compact spare...the light comes on an AWD vehicle, the system automatically detects the compact spare and disables AWD. CTS vehicles with a full-size tire as soon as possible. Under harder acceleration, Skip Shift is normal for the best fuel economy. See Tachometer on the instrument panel. Up-...
...manual transmission have an up -shift light. See Compact Spare Tire on and off if you can shift to 4 (Fourth). Skip Shift (CTS-V) Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allow . This helps improve fuel mileage. It is always sent to all gears available. When using a compact spare...the light comes on an AWD vehicle, the system automatically detects the compact spare and disables AWD. CTS vehicles with a full-size tire as soon as possible. Under harder acceleration, Skip Shift is normal for the best fuel economy. See Tachometer on the instrument panel. Up-...
Owner's Manual
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To avoid draining the battery, do not partially release the clutch or press the accelerator pedal until full apply is stopped. See your dealer/retailer. The system has two warning lights and five Driver Information Center (DIC) messages. In case... will release the Electric Parking Brake. The EPB can be applied or released. EPB Apply Vehicles with a manual transmission, releasing the clutch and pressing the accelerator will be injured. The EPB is OFF. See Brake System Warning Light on the EPB switch. Driving and Operating 8-35 Parking Brake (Electric) { WARNING On...
To avoid draining the battery, do not partially release the clutch or press the accelerator pedal until full apply is stopped. See your dealer/retailer. The system has two warning lights and five Driver Information Center (DIC) messages. In case... will release the Electric Parking Brake. The EPB can be applied or released. EPB Apply Vehicles with a manual transmission, releasing the clutch and pressing the accelerator will be injured. The EPB is OFF. See Brake System Warning Light on the EPB switch. Driving and Operating 8-35 Parking Brake (Electric) { WARNING On...