Owner's Manual
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...or down or backward or forward into a comfortable position. To tilt and telescope the steering wheel, pull the lever down . For vehicles with this feature, the power tilt wheel control is on the left side of the steering column. Pull the lever up to tilt ... to move the steering wheel up or down . 4-6 Instruments and Controls Power Tilt Wheel Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment A tilt and telescope wheel lets the steering wheel be adjusted. The tilt and telescope lever is on the left side of the steering column. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
...or down or backward or forward into a comfortable position. To tilt and telescope the steering wheel, pull the lever down . For vehicles with this feature, the power tilt wheel control is on the left side of the steering column. Pull the lever up to tilt ... to move the steering wheel up or down . 4-6 Instruments and Controls Power Tilt Wheel Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment A tilt and telescope wheel lets the steering wheel be adjusted. The tilt and telescope lever is on the left side of the steering column. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Owner's Manual
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...and the vehicle may have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. When this warning light is not on , the system does not limit wheel spin. The Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak warning light should come on page 4‑26. These tracers flash to indicate when to shift to...8209;30 for all brake related DIC messages. See Automatic Transmission on page 8‑26 or Manual Transmission on while driving, there may be a problem with the regular brakes. For the CTS-V, the tracer lights function as a performance up -shift light, it shows when to shift to the next higher ...
...and the vehicle may have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. When this warning light is not on , the system does not limit wheel spin. The Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak warning light should come on page 4‑26. These tracers flash to indicate when to shift to...8209;30 for all brake related DIC messages. See Automatic Transmission on page 8‑26 or Manual Transmission on while driving, there may be a problem with the regular brakes. For the CTS-V, the tracer lights function as a performance up -shift light, it shows when to shift to the next higher ...
Owner's Manual
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Ride Control System Messages All Wheel Drive Off If the vehicle has the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, this message and clear it from the DIC display. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 8‑44 for more than about 1.6 km (1 mile) ... off the turn the ignition off . A multiple chime sounds when this message displays if there is a temporary condition making the AWD system unavailable. See All-Wheel Drive on page 8‑32 for more information. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 8‑44 for more information. Press the set/reset button to remind...
Ride Control System Messages All Wheel Drive Off If the vehicle has the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, this message and clear it from the DIC display. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 8‑44 for more than about 1.6 km (1 mile) ... off the turn the ignition off . A multiple chime sounds when this message displays if there is a temporary condition making the AWD system unavailable. See All-Wheel Drive on page 8‑32 for more information. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 8‑44 for more information. Press the set/reset button to remind...
Owner's Manual
Page 156
...out or overheated clutch plates Various electrical issues Service Stabilitrak This message displays if there has been a problem detected with the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system. The TCS/ StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument panel cluster also comes on . If this message is ...with the speed variable assist steering system. 4-46 Instruments and Controls notice that the effort required to steer the vehicle. Service All Wheel Drive This message displays if a problem occurs with the StabiliTrak® system. The TCS/ StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument panel cluster...
...out or overheated clutch plates Various electrical issues Service Stabilitrak This message displays if there has been a problem detected with the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system. The TCS/ StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument panel cluster also comes on . If this message is ...with the speed variable assist steering system. 4-46 Instruments and Controls notice that the effort required to steer the vehicle. Service All Wheel Drive This message displays if a problem occurs with the StabiliTrak® system. The TCS/ StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument panel cluster...
Owner's Manual
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...the features are enabled though the Easy Exit Setup menu, the driver's seat will move back, and if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature, the power steering column will also move to select your preference for more information. Press the set / reset button while...pressing the easy exit seat button. The automatic easy exit seat movement will be made to this feature, it allows you to the stored driving position when the unlock button on vehicles with the power tilt and telescopic steering feature. The volume will remain. Press the set to ...
...the features are enabled though the Easy Exit Setup menu, the driver's seat will move back, and if the vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature, the power steering column will also move to select your preference for more information. Press the set / reset button while...pressing the easy exit seat button. The automatic easy exit seat movement will be made to this feature, it allows you to the stored driving position when the unlock button on vehicles with the power tilt and telescopic steering feature. The volume will remain. Press the set to ...
Owner's Manual
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...Then press the menu up/ down button to the stored driving position when the unlock button on page 2‑4 and "...information under Power Seat Adjustment on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed. Tilt/Telescope: The steering wheel tilt and steering column telescope features will remain. A 40 second time period has elapsed with the power tilt...memory recall feature is removed from the ignition. All (default): The driver's seat and the steering wheel tilt and steering column telescope features will recall with the automatic easy exit seat feature. The current ...
...Then press the menu up/ down button to the stored driving position when the unlock button on page 2‑4 and "...information under Power Seat Adjustment on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed. Tilt/Telescope: The steering wheel tilt and steering column telescope features will remain. A 40 second time period has elapsed with the power tilt...memory recall feature is removed from the ignition. All (default): The driver's seat and the steering wheel tilt and steering column telescope features will recall with the automatic easy exit seat feature. The current ...
Owner's Manual
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... Park ...Parking (Manual Transmission) ...Parking Over Things That Burn ...8-17 8-18 8-19 8-19 8-20 8-22 8-22 8-23 8-24 8-24 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...8-32 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake (Manual) ...Parking Brake (Electric) ...Brake Assist (Except CTS-V) ...8-33 8-34 8-35 8-37 Ride Control Systems Traction Control System (TCS) ...StabiliTrak System ...Competitive...
... Park ...Parking (Manual Transmission) ...Parking Over Things That Burn ...8-17 8-18 8-19 8-19 8-20 8-22 8-22 8-23 8-24 8-24 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...8-32 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake (Manual) ...Parking Brake (Electric) ...Brake Assist (Except CTS-V) ...8-33 8-34 8-35 8-37 Ride Control Systems Traction Control System (TCS) ...StabiliTrak System ...Competitive...
Owner's Manual
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... not allowed. Under harder acceleration, Skip Shift is always sent to the next higher gear for more information. Up-Shift Light Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive With this light comes on the instrument panel. This light shows when to shift to all gears available. For the best fuel...spare with a manual transmission have an up -shift light. 8-32 Driving and Operating CTS-V vehicles use tracer lights around the outside of the accelerator. Skip Shift (CTS-V) Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allow . CTS vehicles with a full-size tire as soon as needed for more ...
... not allowed. Under harder acceleration, Skip Shift is always sent to the next higher gear for more information. Up-Shift Light Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive With this light comes on the instrument panel. This light shows when to shift to all gears available. For the best fuel...spare with a manual transmission have an up -shift light. 8-32 Driving and Operating CTS-V vehicles use tracer lights around the outside of the accelerator. Skip Shift (CTS-V) Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allow . CTS vehicles with a full-size tire as soon as needed for more ...
Owner's Manual
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...System (TCS) that any of the wheels are towing a trailer and parking on a hill, see Trailer Towing (Except CTS-V) on page 8‑58 or Trailer Towing (CTS-V) on page 8‑59 for vehicles with a manual transmission taking off on a hill. On a rear-wheel-drive vehicle, the system operates if it senses... that one or both feet to lose traction. In this happens, the system brakes the spinning wheel(s) and/or reduces ...
...System (TCS) that any of the wheels are towing a trailer and parking on a hill, see Trailer Towing (Except CTS-V) on page 8‑58 or Trailer Towing (CTS-V) on page 8‑59 for vehicles with a manual transmission taking off on a hill. On a rear-wheel-drive vehicle, the system operates if it senses... that one or both feet to lose traction. In this happens, the system brakes the spinning wheel(s) and/or reduces ...
Owner's Manual
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... Operating Mode ...9-24 Power Steering Fluid ...9-25 Washer Fluid ...9-25 Brakes ...9-26 Brake Fluid ...9-27 Battery ...9-29 All-Wheel Drive ...9-30 Rear Axle ...9-30 Starter Switch Check ...9-31 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check ...9-32 Ignition Transmission Lock ...Overload ...Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS) ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V) ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Wagon) ...Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS) ...Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V) ...Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Wagon) ...9-40 9-41 9-41 9-45 9-48 9-...
... Operating Mode ...9-24 Power Steering Fluid ...9-25 Washer Fluid ...9-25 Brakes ...9-26 Brake Fluid ...9-27 Battery ...9-29 All-Wheel Drive ...9-30 Rear Axle ...9-30 Starter Switch Check ...9-31 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check ...9-32 Ignition Transmission Lock ...Overload ...Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS) ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V) ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Wagon) ...Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS) ...Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS-V) ...Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Wagon) ...9-40 9-41 9-41 9-45 9-48 9-...
Owner's Manual
Page 330
Add enough lubricant to raise the level to Check Lubricant some lubricant. All-Wheel Drive If your vehicle is equipped with all-wheel-drive, this is not necessary to overtighten the plug. Fill Plug To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on page 10‑7. Rear Axle A. 9-...
Add enough lubricant to raise the level to Check Lubricant some lubricant. All-Wheel Drive If your vehicle is equipped with all-wheel-drive, this is not necessary to overtighten the plug. Fill Plug To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on page 10‑7. Rear Axle A. 9-...
Owner's Manual
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...-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses AIRBAG IGN AQS/ ISRVM/ REAR CAMERA AWD Usage Airbag Switch Air Quality Sensor/ Inside Rear View Mirror/Rear View Camera All-Wheel Drive DRL/LT LO BEAM Air Conditioning A/C CLTCH Clutch ABS AFS Antilock Braking System (ABS) Adaptive Forward Lighting System DRL RT
...-Fuses Usage Mini-Fuses AIRBAG IGN AQS/ ISRVM/ REAR CAMERA AWD Usage Airbag Switch Air Quality Sensor/ Inside Rear View Mirror/Rear View Camera All-Wheel Drive DRL/LT LO BEAM Air Conditioning A/C CLTCH Clutch ABS AFS Antilock Braking System (ABS) Adaptive Forward Lighting System DRL RT
Owner's Manual
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Vehicle Care Mini-Fuses AWD BCM 1 BCM 2 BCM 3 BCM 4 BCM 5 BCM 6, BCM 7 DISPLY DRL RT Usage All-Wheel Drive Body Control Module 1 Body Control Module 2 Body Control Module 3 Body Control Module 4 Body Control Module 5 Body Control Module 6 and 7 Display Right Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) ...
Vehicle Care Mini-Fuses AWD BCM 1 BCM 2 BCM 3 BCM 4 BCM 5 BCM 6, BCM 7 DISPLY DRL RT Usage All-Wheel Drive Body Control Module 1 Body Control Module 2 Body Control Module 3 Body Control Module 4 Body Control Module 5 Body Control Module 6 and 7 Display Right Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) ...
Owner's Manual
Page 409
...Brake (Manual) on page 8‑34 or Parking Brake (Electric) on the dolly. 7. If a rear-wheel-drive vehicle must be towed, a trailer should be used . Put the rear wheels on page 8‑35. 4. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to LOCK/OFF. See "Dolly Towing" ... procedure to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Attach the dolly to dolly tow a rear-wheel-drive vehicle from the rear: 1. Vehicle Care Dolly Towing (Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) 9-109 3. Do not tow the vehicle with a clamping device designed for an automatic transmission or in ...
...Brake (Manual) on page 8‑34 or Parking Brake (Electric) on the dolly. 7. If a rear-wheel-drive vehicle must be towed, a trailer should be used . Put the rear wheels on page 8‑35. 4. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to LOCK/OFF. See "Dolly Towing" ... procedure to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Attach the dolly to dolly tow a rear-wheel-drive vehicle from the rear: 1. Vehicle Care Dolly Towing (Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) 9-109 3. Do not tow the vehicle with a clamping device designed for an automatic transmission or in ...
Owner's Manual
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...Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish. 9-110 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) Appearance Care Exterior Care Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap... drivetrain components. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be towed with all -wheel-drive vehicle with only two of its wheels on a trailer. Approved cleaning products can only be necessary to remove residue from your dealer/retailer. Follow instructions...
...Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish. 9-110 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) Appearance Care Exterior Care Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap... drivetrain components. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be towed with all -wheel-drive vehicle with only two of its wheels on a trailer. Approved cleaning products can only be necessary to remove residue from your dealer/retailer. Follow instructions...
Owner's Manual
Page 423
...a power washer is driven regularly under dusty conditions. Passenger compartment air filter replacement (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). All-wheel-drive vehicles only: Transfer case fluid change (severe service) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather, in hilly or...case fluid. Fuel system inspection for taxi, police, or delivery service. CTS-V only: Brake hydraulic system drain, flush, and refill (severe service only) for vehicles used for damage or leaks. CTS-V only: 6‐speed manual transmission fluid change (severe service) for vehicles...
...a power washer is driven regularly under dusty conditions. Passenger compartment air filter replacement (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). All-wheel-drive vehicles only: Transfer case fluid change (severe service) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather, in hilly or...case fluid. Fuel system inspection for taxi, police, or delivery service. CTS-V only: Brake hydraulic system drain, flush, and refill (severe service only) for vehicles used for damage or leaks. CTS-V only: 6‐speed manual transmission fluid change (severe service) for vehicles...
Owner's Manual
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...every 5 years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. See Cooling System on page 9‑30. An Emission Control Service. All-wheel-drive vehicles only: Transfer case fluid change (severe service only) for vehicles mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain, when frequently towing a ...if needed . See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 9‑18. First Engine Oil Change After Every 240 000 km/150,000 Miles . CTS-V only: Rear axle fluid change (normal service). Spark plug replacement. Engine cooling system drain, flush, and refill, cooling system and ...
...every 5 years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. See Cooling System on page 9‑30. An Emission Control Service. All-wheel-drive vehicles only: Transfer case fluid change (severe service only) for vehicles mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain, when frequently towing a ...if needed . See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 9‑18. First Engine Oil Change After Every 240 000 km/150,000 Miles . CTS-V only: Rear axle fluid change (normal service). Spark plug replacement. Engine cooling system drain, flush, and refill, cooling system and ...
Owner's Manual
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...) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Manual Transmission (CTS-V) Automatic Transmission Rear Drive Module and Transfer Case Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (...Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 89021674). U.S. 88861950, in Canada 88861801). U.S. 88861800, in Canada 88861951). (All-Wheel Drive) Chassis Lubrication Key Lock Cylinders Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood, Door, and Folding Seat...
...) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Manual Transmission (CTS-V) Automatic Transmission Rear Drive Module and Transfer Case Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (...Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 89021674). U.S. 88861950, in Canada 88861801). U.S. 88861800, in Canada 88861951). (All-Wheel Drive) Chassis Lubrication Key Lock Cylinders Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood, Door, and Folding Seat...
Owner's Manual
Page 453
...Passenger Status Indicator ...4-22 Readiness Light ...4-21 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles ...2-40 System Check ...2-27 Alarm System Anti-Theft ...1-23 All-Wheel Drive ...8-32, 9-30 AM-FM Radio ...6-9 Anti-Theft Alarm System ...1-23 Alarm System Messages ...4-48 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Exterior ...9-110 Interior ...9-114 Ashtrays ...4-14 Audio Players ...6-16 CD ...6-16 MP3 ...6-23 Audio System Diversity Antenna System ...6-15 Hard Drive Device (HDD) ...6-27 Radio Reception ...6-15 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...6-2 Automatic Door Locks ...1-15 Automatic Transmission ...8-26 Fluid ...9-13 ...
...Passenger Status Indicator ...4-22 Readiness Light ...4-21 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles ...2-40 System Check ...2-27 Alarm System Anti-Theft ...1-23 All-Wheel Drive ...8-32, 9-30 AM-FM Radio ...6-9 Anti-Theft Alarm System ...1-23 Alarm System Messages ...4-48 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Exterior ...9-110 Interior ...9-114 Ashtrays ...4-14 Audio Players ...6-16 CD ...6-16 MP3 ...6-23 Audio System Diversity Antenna System ...6-15 Hard Drive Device (HDD) ...6-27 Radio Reception ...6-15 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...6-2 Automatic Door Locks ...1-15 Automatic Transmission ...8-26 Fluid ...9-13 ...
Owner's Manual
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... Hydraulic ...9-14 Collision Damage Repair ...12-10 Compact Spare Tire ...9-102 Compass ...4-11 Compass Messages ...4-39 Competitive Driving ...8-8 Competitive Driving Mode ...8-40 Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant ...9-84 Control of a Vehicle ...8-4 Convenience Net ...3-6 Convex Mirrors ...1-26 ...39 Central Door Unlocking System ...1-15 Delayed Locking ...1-15 Locks ...1-14 Power Locks ...1-15 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...8-32, 9-30 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...4-31 Driving Better Fuel Economy ...8-2 Characteristics and Towing Tips ...8-54 Competitive ...8-8, 8-40 Defensive ...8-3 Drunk...
... Hydraulic ...9-14 Collision Damage Repair ...12-10 Compact Spare Tire ...9-102 Compass ...4-11 Compass Messages ...4-39 Competitive Driving ...8-8 Competitive Driving Mode ...8-40 Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant ...9-84 Control of a Vehicle ...8-4 Convenience Net ...3-6 Convex Mirrors ...1-26 ...39 Central Door Unlocking System ...1-15 Delayed Locking ...1-15 Locks ...1-14 Power Locks ...1-15 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...8-32, 9-30 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...4-31 Driving Better Fuel Economy ...8-2 Characteristics and Towing Tips ...8-54 Competitive ...8-8, 8-40 Defensive ...8-3 Drunk...