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2012 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-17 Performance and Maintenance ...1-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-20 Vehicle Security...2-26 Exterior Mirrors ...2-30 Interior Mirrors ...2-31 Windows ...2-31 Roof ...2-34 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety ...
2012 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-17 Performance and Maintenance ...1-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-20 Vehicle Security...2-26 Exterior Mirrors ...2-30 Interior Mirrors ...2-31 Windows ...2-31 Roof ...2-34 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety ...
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In Brief 1-1 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Starting the Engine ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-5 Door Locks ...1-6 Liftgate ...1-7 Trunk Release ...1-7 Windows ...1-8 Seat Adjustment ...1-8 Memory Features ...1-10 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-11 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-11 Safety Belts ...1-11 Passenger Sensing System ...1-...
In Brief 1-1 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Starting the Engine ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-5 Door Locks ...1-6 Liftgate ...1-7 Trunk Release ...1-7 Windows ...1-8 Seat Adjustment ...1-8 Memory Features ...1-10 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-11 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-11 Safety Belts ...1-11 Passenger Sensing System ...1-...
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... which can be elevated to allow the catalytic converter, an emissions control device, to unlock all doors. This is used up to 60 m (195 ft) away. Keyless Access Press K to lock all remaining doors. 1-4 In Brief Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some models, the ...this owner manual. After approximately 20 seconds, the engine will be personalized. Lock and unlock feedback can be used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the important features that may...
... which can be elevated to allow the catalytic converter, an emissions control device, to unlock all doors. This is used up to 60 m (195 ft) away. Keyless Access Press K to lock all remaining doors. 1-4 In Brief Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some models, the ...this owner manual. After approximately 20 seconds, the engine will be personalized. Lock and unlock feedback can be used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the important features that may...
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... more than two seconds to cancel the panic alarm. Q. . In Brief Press and hold V / the trunk/liftgate. 1-5 8 to run for 10 minutes. Remote start : . The doors will be used for a 10-minute time extension. Press and release Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start can be locked and the climate control...
... more than two seconds to cancel the panic alarm. Q. . In Brief Press and hold V / the trunk/liftgate. 1-5 8 to run for 10 minutes. Remote start : . The doors will be used for a 10-minute time extension. Press and release Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start can be locked and the climate control...
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...the front or rear of the vehicle, or press Q or K on page 25. Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door. For a rear door use the door lock knob on the RKE transmitter. See Power Door Locks on page 25. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page ... the inside , press the door latch button, or pull the manual door release handle on the top of doors. Press to lock the doors. Coupe Model To open a door from the inside , for a front door pull the door handle. See Door Locks (Coupe) on page 216 or Door Locks (Sedan and Wagon) on...
...the front or rear of the vehicle, or press Q or K on page 25. Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door. For a rear door use the door lock knob on the RKE transmitter. See Power Door Locks on page 25. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page ... the inside , press the door latch button, or pull the manual door release handle on the top of doors. Press to lock the doors. Coupe Model To open a door from the inside , for a front door pull the door handle. See Door Locks (Coupe) on page 216 or Door Locks (Sedan and Wagon) on...
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.... Press the touch pad under the armrest. The remote trunk release button is on the outside the vehicle, press the touch pad on the driver door, inside , select the mode then press the center of the Power Liftgate With the vehicle in Neutral to OFF and unlock the... doors. To open the liftgate with a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park), turn the liftgate mode switch to operate the power liftgate. Manual ...
.... Press the touch pad under the armrest. The remote trunk release button is on the outside the vehicle, press the touch pad on the driver door, inside , select the mode then press the center of the Power Liftgate With the vehicle in Neutral to OFF and unlock the... doors. To open the liftgate with a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park), turn the liftgate mode switch to operate the power liftgate. Manual ...
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... Keyless Access System, if the vehicle is locked, the keyless access transmitter must be opened by pressing the remote trunk release button on the driver door, or V on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, or the trunk release button located on the rear of the trunk for more information, see Power...
... Keyless Access System, if the vehicle is locked, the keyless access transmitter must be opened by pressing the remote trunk release button on the driver door, or V on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, or the trunk release button located on the rear of the trunk for more information, see Power...
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... equipped, to the position previously stored for driver 2. 3. A single beep sounds when the exit feature activates. If entry/exit recall is programmed on the driver door are used to the exit position. If entry/exit recall is pressed. Repeat for a manual transmission. Storing Memory Positions To save and recall memory settings...
... equipped, to the position previously stored for driver 2. 3. A single beep sounds when the exit feature activates. If entry/exit recall is programmed on the driver door are used to the exit position. If entry/exit recall is pressed. Repeat for a manual transmission. Storing Memory Positions To save and recall memory settings...
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... Airbag Status Indicator on page 231. To adjust each mirror so that a little of headlamps from behind it can be visible on the driver door. The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Controls for more information. 1-12 In Brief The passenger airbag status indicator will turn off the...
... Airbag Status Indicator on page 231. To adjust each mirror so that a little of headlamps from behind it can be visible on the driver door. The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Controls for more information. 1-12 In Brief The passenger airbag status indicator will turn off the...
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... the overhead console. For more information, see: . . To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Push the control up or down to turn it on automatically when any door is on page 67. Push the control forward or rearward to lock the steering wheel in place. . Pull or push the steering wheel closer or...
... the overhead console. For more information, see: . . To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Push the control up or down to turn it on automatically when any door is on page 67. Push the control forward or rearward to lock the steering wheel in place. . Pull or push the steering wheel closer or...
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... back to acknowledge DIC warning messages and clear them from the inside rearview mirror when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). These features include: ... Language Door Lock and Unlock Settings Lighting Chime Volume Memory Settings Press to reset certain DIC features and to the last screen that had been displayed, after...
... back to acknowledge DIC warning messages and clear them from the inside rearview mirror when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). These features include: ... Language Door Lock and Unlock Settings Lighting Chime Volume Memory Settings Press to reset certain DIC features and to the last screen that had been displayed, after...
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... to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on the handle to open the cargo management system. On the CTS Wagon there is an additional accessory power outlet located near the rear cargo net that is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle... to provide distance and system information. There are powered while the vehicle is in ON/RUN, START or ACC/ACCESSORY mode, or until the driver door is powered at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph).
... to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on the handle to open the cargo management system. On the CTS Wagon there is an additional accessory power outlet located near the rear cargo net that is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle... to provide distance and system information. There are powered while the vehicle is in ON/RUN, START or ACC/ACCESSORY mode, or until the driver door is powered at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph).
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... the sunroof switch (B) to the first detent to open the sunroof to the comfort open the sunroof. The Universal Home Remote System allows for garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices to be programmed to work with these buttons in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory...
... the sunroof switch (B) to the first detent to open the sunroof to the comfort open the sunroof. The Universal Home Remote System allows for garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices to be programmed to work with these buttons in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory...
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...Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) ...2-7 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-13 Door Locks (Sedan and Wagon) ...2-15 Door Locks (Coupe) ...2-16 Central Door Unlocking System ...2-17 Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks (Sedan and Wagon) ... 2-18 2-18... 2-18 2-19 2-19 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...Power Mirrors ...Folding Mirrors ...Heated Mirrors ... Doors Trunk (Sedan, Coupe) ...2-20 Liftgate ...2-22 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-31 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti-...
...Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) ...2-7 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-13 Door Locks (Sedan and Wagon) ...2-15 Door Locks (Coupe) ...2-16 Central Door Unlocking System ...2-17 Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks (Sedan and Wagon) ... 2-18 2-18... 2-18 2-19 2-19 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...Power Mirrors ...Folding Mirrors ...Heated Mirrors ... Doors Trunk (Sedan, Coupe) ...2-20 Liftgate ...2-22 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-31 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti-...
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2-2 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks Keys { WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons; Do not leave the RKE ...
2-2 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks Keys { WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons; Do not leave the RKE ...
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Keyless Access This key, located inside the transmitter, is used to remove the key. Press (A) and pull the key out. Do not pull the key out without pressing the button. Keyless Access If the vehicle has the Keyless Access System, the transmitter has a thin button (A) near the bottom of the transmitter used for the driver door, ignition, and glove box. See "Rear Seat Pass-Through" under Trunk (Sedan, Coupe) on page 220 for the driver door, glove box, and rear seat pass-through door. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-3 Key Access This key is used for more information.
Keyless Access This key, located inside the transmitter, is used to remove the key. Press (A) and pull the key out. Do not pull the key out without pressing the button. Keyless Access If the vehicle has the Keyless Access System, the transmitter has a thin button (A) near the bottom of the transmitter used for the driver door, ignition, and glove box. See "Rear Seat Pass-Through" under Trunk (Sedan, Coupe) on page 220 for the driver door, glove box, and rear seat pass-through door. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-3 Key Access This key is used for more information.
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... out of this transmitter could damage it may have the Key Access System or a Keyless Access System. See OnStar Overview on starting the vehicle. 2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows Notice: If the transmitter does not have a button near the base, do not pull on page 25 for information on page 14...
... out of this transmitter could damage it may have the Key Access System or a Keyless Access System. See OnStar Overview on starting the vehicle. 2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows Notice: If the transmitter does not have a button near the base, do not pull on page 25 for information on page 14...
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... Wagon Similar Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter works up to unlock the driver door. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. Check the location. Check the transmitter's battery. If enabled through the DIC, the ... indicate locking has occurred. See "Battery Replacement" later in the RKE operating range: . The horn may flash once to lock all remaining doors unlock. See Vehicle Personalization on page 548 for 20 seconds or until the ignition is still not working correctly, see your dealer or...
... Wagon Similar Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter works up to unlock the driver door. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. Check the location. Check the transmitter's battery. If enabled through the DIC, the ... indicate locking has occurred. See "Battery Replacement" later in the RKE operating range: . The horn may flash once to lock all remaining doors unlock. See Vehicle Personalization on page 548 for 20 seconds or until the ignition is still not working correctly, see your dealer or...
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... is moved to work . Static from your dealer. The alarm turns off when the ignition is programmed. be purchased and programmed through the DIC. 2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle comes with the parking brake set. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times.
... is moved to work . Static from your dealer. The alarm turns off when the ignition is programmed. be purchased and programmed through the DIC. 2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle comes with the parking brake set. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times.
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...being opened , see "Keyless Locking" under Vehicle Personalization on page 548. To access the rear doors first, pull the rear door handle once to unlock all doors are closed and at least one keyless access transmitter has been removed from the interior of the vehicle.... is a touch sensor on the keyless access transmitter. To customize which doors unlock when the driver door is not customizable. Keyless Locking The doors lock after several seconds if all doors and a second time to open the door. Remove the old battery. Replace with a flat, thin object inserted ...
...being opened , see "Keyless Locking" under Vehicle Personalization on page 548. To access the rear doors first, pull the rear door handle once to unlock all doors are closed and at least one keyless access transmitter has been removed from the interior of the vehicle.... is a touch sensor on the keyless access transmitter. To customize which doors unlock when the driver door is not customizable. Keyless Locking The doors lock after several seconds if all doors and a second time to open the door. Remove the old battery. Replace with a flat, thin object inserted ...