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2012 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-16 Engine Exhaust ...9-27 Automatic Transmission ...9-28 Manual Transmission ...9-32 Drive Systems ...9-35 Brakes ...9-35 Ride Control Systems ...9-40 Cruise Control ...9-43 Object Detection Systems ...9-46 Fuel... ...10-110 Towing ...10-115 Appearance Care ...10-118 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Maintenance Schedule ...11-4 Special Application Services ...11-9 Additional Maintenance and Care ...11-10...
2012 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-16 Engine Exhaust ...9-27 Automatic Transmission ...9-28 Manual Transmission ...9-32 Drive Systems ...9-35 Brakes ...9-35 Ride Control Systems ...9-40 Cruise Control ...9-43 Object Detection Systems ...9-46 Fuel... ...10-110 Towing ...10-115 Appearance Care ...10-118 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Maintenance Schedule ...11-4 Special Application Services ...11-9 Additional Maintenance and Care ...11-10...
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... are some additional symbols that may be found on the symbol, refer to the Index. For more information on the vehicle and what they mean. v . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer LATCH System Child Restraints or OnStar 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel...
... are some additional symbols that may be found on the symbol, refer to the Index. For more information on the vehicle and what they mean. v . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer LATCH System Child Restraints or OnStar 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel...
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... Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...StabiliTrak® System ...Tire Pressure Monitor ...Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...Engine Oil Life System ...Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...Roadside Service ...OnStar® ...1-24 1-24 1-24 1-25 1-25 1-25 1-26 1-26 Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Mobile Apps...
... Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...StabiliTrak® System ...Tire Pressure Monitor ...Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...Engine Oil Life System ...Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...Roadside Service ...OnStar® ...1-24 1-24 1-24 1-25 1-25 1-25 1-26 1-26 Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Mobile Apps...
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See Manual Mode on page 932. Manual Transmission Skip Shift (CTSV) A. Defrost G. Temperature and Heated/Ventilated Seat I. L. See Manual Transmission on page 930. PASS (Passenger Climate Control) F. Under harder acceleration, ... Air Conditioning Recirculation Rear Window Defogger Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allow shifting from 1 (First) to a manual transmission. This helps improve fuel mileage. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever or the Tap Shift controls, located on page 81. Fan C. Outside Air See Dual Automatic...
See Manual Mode on page 932. Manual Transmission Skip Shift (CTSV) A. Defrost G. Temperature and Heated/Ventilated Seat I. L. See Manual Transmission on page 930. PASS (Passenger Climate Control) F. Under harder acceleration, ... Air Conditioning Recirculation Rear Window Defogger Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allow shifting from 1 (First) to a manual transmission. This helps improve fuel mileage. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever or the Tap Shift controls, located on page 81. Fan C. Outside Air See Dual Automatic...
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... the menu items. For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 548 for more information. Press to scroll through the trip and fuel displays.
... the menu items. For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 548 for more information. Press to scroll through the trip and fuel displays.
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.... 2. Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. . Using the DIC MENU button, display OIL LIFE REMAINING on page 1091 for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds. The oil life system can be reset accurately until the... to temporarily seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire. It is changed. The kit can also be inflated to get the best fuel economy possible. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
.... 2. Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. . Using the DIC MENU button, display OIL LIFE REMAINING on page 1091 for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds. The oil life system can be reset accurately until the... to temporarily seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire. It is changed. The kit can also be inflated to get the best fuel economy possible. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
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... the transmitter. 2. The vehicle's doors will be less while the vehicle is running . For example, some local communities may run out of fuel. Other conditions can affect the performance of the climate control system returns after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done or the ignition ...feature. If the vehicle has heated seats, they may be locked. 3. The windshield defroster and/or rear window defogger turn on and remain on fuel, do not use of operation. Check local regulations for additional information. see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 25 for any ...
... the transmitter. 2. The vehicle's doors will be less while the vehicle is running . For example, some local communities may run out of fuel. Other conditions can affect the performance of the climate control system returns after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done or the ignition ...feature. If the vehicle has heated seats, they may be locked. 3. The windshield defroster and/or rear window defogger turn on and remain on fuel, do not use of operation. Check local regulations for additional information. see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 25 for any ...
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... Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in warm or hot weather. See your dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to improve fuel economy performance. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of the mirror. The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to it. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone...
... Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in warm or hot weather. See your dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to improve fuel economy performance. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of the mirror. The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to it. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone...
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...records information after a moderate crash, there may automatically unlock the doors, turn the interior lamps on, turn the hazard warning flashers off the fuel system after an airbag inflates, then get them, the airbag system will need to inflate only once. If you experience breathing problems following an...not get fresh air by opening a window or a door. Additional windshield breakage may have breathing problems but cannot get out as soon as the fuel system, brake and steering systems, etc. A new system will not work on page 1320. . The service manual for the vehicle ...
...records information after a moderate crash, there may automatically unlock the doors, turn the interior lamps on, turn the hazard warning flashers off the fuel system after an airbag inflates, then get them, the airbag system will need to inflate only once. If you experience breathing problems following an...not get fresh air by opening a window or a door. Additional windshield breakage may have breathing problems but cannot get out as soon as the fuel system, brake and steering systems, etc. A new system will not work on page 1320. . The service manual for the vehicle ...
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... Ashtrays ...5-11 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-11 Instrument Cluster ...5-12 Speedometer ...5-14 Odometer ...5-14 Trip Odometer ...5-14 Tachometer ...5-14 Fuel Gauge ...5-14 Boost Gauge ...5-15 Engine Speed Limiter ...5-16 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge ...5-16 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ...5-17 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-18 Airbag Readiness...
... Ashtrays ...5-11 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-11 Instrument Cluster ...5-12 Speedometer ...5-14 Odometer ...5-14 Trip Odometer ...5-14 Tachometer ...5-14 Fuel Gauge ...5-14 Boost Gauge ...5-15 Engine Speed Limiter ...5-16 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge ...5-16 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ...5-17 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-18 Airbag Readiness...
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... adjust the steering wheel: 1. Push the control up or down . 2. 5-2 Instruments and Controls 5-38 5-38 5-41 5-41 5-42 5-44 5-45 5-45 5-45 5-46 5-47 5-47 Fuel System Messages ...Key and Lock Messages ...Lamp Messages ...Object Detection System Messages ...Ride Control System Messages ...Airbag System Messages ...Anti-theft Alarm System Messages ...Service...
... adjust the steering wheel: 1. Push the control up or down . 2. 5-2 Instruments and Controls 5-38 5-38 5-41 5-41 5-42 5-44 5-45 5-45 5-45 5-46 5-47 5-47 Fuel System Messages ...Key and Lock Messages ...Lamp Messages ...Object Detection System Messages ...Ride Control System Messages ...Airbag System Messages ...Anti-theft Alarm System Messages ...Service...
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...If that follow the movement of kilometers or miles traveled for up -shift to the mileage total of the Driver Information Center (DIC); Fuel Gauge Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per hour (mph). Trip Odometer The trip odometer can record the number of ... speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers or miles. The digital odometer will read 999,999 if it is turned back. The CTS-V tachometer has tracer lights that is operated with the tachometer in the shaded warning area. This vehicle has a tamperresistant odometer....
...If that follow the movement of kilometers or miles traveled for up -shift to the mileage total of the Driver Information Center (DIC); Fuel Gauge Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per hour (mph). Trip Odometer The trip odometer can record the number of ... speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers or miles. The digital odometer will read 999,999 if it is turned back. The CTS-V tachometer has tracer lights that is operated with the tachometer in the shaded warning area. This vehicle has a tamperresistant odometer....
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... Messages on page 538 for more or less fuel to zero every time the engine is generated. The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up than the gauge indicated. English Metric For the CTS-V, this gauge is on. The gauge automatically resets to fill up . Normal... operation of the vehicle the fuel door is located in the instrument panel cluster. Instruments and Controls An arrow on the...
... Messages on page 538 for more or less fuel to zero every time the engine is generated. The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up than the gauge indicated. English Metric For the CTS-V, this gauge is on. The gauge automatically resets to fill up . Normal... operation of the vehicle the fuel door is located in the instrument panel cluster. Instruments and Controls An arrow on the...
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...or psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is lowered. If the level is too high, the throttle closes or limits the fuel supply until the engine speed returns to normal when engine speed is running. 5-16 Instruments and Controls Engine Speed Limiter This feature prevents ...the engine speed from reaching an unsafe level. For the CTS-V, the tachometer tracer lights flash prior to reaching engine speed limit. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge English Metric For vehicles with engine speed, outside...
...or psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is lowered. If the level is too high, the throttle closes or limits the fuel supply until the engine speed returns to normal when engine speed is running. 5-16 Instruments and Controls Engine Speed Limiter This feature prevents ...the engine speed from reaching an unsafe level. For the CTS-V, the tachometer tracer lights flash prior to reaching engine speed limit. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge English Metric For vehicles with engine speed, outside...
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... To prevent more serious damage to come on when the ignition is on , the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid steep uphill grades. If it...these systems could lead to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the light can cause this indicates that might be covered by the system before any malfunction. Diagnosis...
... To prevent more serious damage to come on when the ignition is on , the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid steep uphill grades. If it...these systems could lead to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the light can cause this indicates that might be covered by the system before any malfunction. Diagnosis...
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...to evaporate into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. Check that might have developed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to the steering wheel. A few driving trips with the engine running, or if the light does not come on with the cap... and restart the engine. Find a safe place to run as efficiently as possible. 5-22 Instruments and Controls . Check that good quality fuel is fully installed. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some local governments may cause stalling after start-up . If the light continues to flash,...
...to evaporate into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. Check that might have developed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to the steering wheel. A few driving trips with the engine running, or if the light does not come on with the cap... and restart the engine. Find a safe place to run as efficiently as possible. 5-22 Instruments and Controls . Check that good quality fuel is fully installed. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some local governments may cause stalling after start-up . If the light continues to flash,...
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It indicates when to shift to the next higher gear for more information. See Manual Transmission on page 932 for best fuel economy. The StabiliTrak or Traction Control System (TCS) indicator/warning light comes on the TCS and the StabiliTrak systems and the ... Instruments and Controls 5-25 Up-Shift Light StabiliTrak® OFF Light Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light The vehicle may display. For the CTS-V, the tracer lights function as a performance up -shift light. This light comes on , have been disabled. If StabiliTrak is off . If the...
It indicates when to shift to the next higher gear for more information. See Manual Transmission on page 932 for best fuel economy. The StabiliTrak or Traction Control System (TCS) indicator/warning light comes on the TCS and the StabiliTrak systems and the ... Instruments and Controls 5-25 Up-Shift Light StabiliTrak® OFF Light Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light The vehicle may display. For the CTS-V, the tracer lights function as a performance up -shift light. This light comes on , have been disabled. If StabiliTrak is off . If the...
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... Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) provides status of the DIC display shows the DIC information. The compass displays in the trip/fuel menus and in use. See Exterior Lamps Off Reminder on whenever the parking lamps are turned off . The DIC comes on the instrument panel next...
... Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) provides status of the DIC display shows the DIC information. The compass displays in the trip/fuel menus and in use. See Exterior Lamps Off Reminder on whenever the parking lamps are turned off . The DIC comes on the instrument panel next...
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...on page 548 for each trip odometer in either kilometers (km) or miles (mi). Trip/Fuel Display Menu Items 3 (Trip/Fuel): Odometer Press to scroll through the vehicle information displays. See "Trip/Fuel Display Menu Items" following for more information. y or z (Menu Up/Down): Press to scroll... through the trip and fuel displays. DIC Operation and Displays T (Vehicle Information): U (Customization): Press to display the following menu items: Displays the distance the ...
...on page 548 for each trip odometer in either kilometers (km) or miles (mi). Trip/Fuel Display Menu Items 3 (Trip/Fuel): Odometer Press to scroll through the vehicle information displays. See "Trip/Fuel Display Menu Items" following for more information. y or z (Menu Up/Down): Press to scroll... through the trip and fuel displays. DIC Operation and Displays T (Vehicle Information): U (Customization): Press to display the following menu items: Displays the distance the ...
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...shows no information. For example, timing how long it takes to travel from English to another. Inst (Instantaneous) Economy Displays the current fuel economy in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per gallon (mpg). AVG (Average) Speed Displays the average speed of this ...section. Speedometer Displays a digital speedometer in this display. See "Fuel Level Low" under Fuel System Messages on the current driving conditions and changes if the driving conditions change. To turn off the timer, press the set...
...shows no information. For example, timing how long it takes to travel from English to another. Inst (Instantaneous) Economy Displays the current fuel economy in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per gallon (mpg). AVG (Average) Speed Displays the average speed of this ...section. Speedometer Displays a digital speedometer in this display. See "Fuel Level Low" under Fuel System Messages on the current driving conditions and changes if the driving conditions change. To turn off the timer, press the set...