Owner's Manual
Page 101
... let up on the clutch pedal as you turn off the ignition while using the winter driving mode. When you press the accelerator pedal. 2-31 CTS CTS-V This is moving, the vehicle will upshift normally. This light on the instrument panel cluster will come on when the winter driving mode is located... winter driving mode feature each time you restart the vehicle if you wish to use when the vehicle is how to free it. If your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). The following explains how to Get It Out on how to operate your vehicle becomes stuck...
... let up on the clutch pedal as you turn off the ignition while using the winter driving mode. When you press the accelerator pedal. 2-31 CTS CTS-V This is moving, the vehicle will upshift normally. This light on the instrument panel cluster will come on when the winter driving mode is located... winter driving mode feature each time you restart the vehicle if you wish to use when the vehicle is how to free it. If your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). The following explains how to Get It Out on how to operate your vehicle becomes stuck...
Owner's Manual
Page 103
.... You must complete the shift into any gear except FOURTH (4) when the skip shift light comes on the shift lever. Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission) Skip Shift (CTS-V) 1r4: This may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly, you downshift. Don't shift down more than ... get the best possible fuel economy. {CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could damage the engine, clutch, driveshaft or the transmission. Notice: If you skip more than one gear at a time when you should downshift to 31 km/h)). Do not skip gears or race the engine...
.... You must complete the shift into any gear except FOURTH (4) when the skip shift light comes on the shift lever. Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission) Skip Shift (CTS-V) 1r4: This may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly, you downshift. Don't shift down more than ... get the best possible fuel economy. {CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could damage the engine, clutch, driveshaft or the transmission. Notice: If you skip more than one gear at a time when you should downshift to 31 km/h)). Do not skip gears or race the engine...
Owner's Manual
Page 128
...Radio Antenna System ...3-107 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-45 Oil Pressure Light ...3-48 Winter Driving Mode Light (Automatic Transmission) ...3-49 Sport Mode Light (Automatic Transmission) ...3-49 Security Light ...3-50 Fog Lamp Light ...3-50 Lights On Reminder ...3-50 Cruise Control Light ...3-50 ...Highbeam On Light ...3-51 Fuel Gage ...3-51 Message Center ...3-52 Message Center (CTS-V) ...3-52 Transmission Fluid Hot Message ...3-55 Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message ...3-55 Check Engine Oil Pressure Message ...3-56 Oil Temperature Warning...
...Radio Antenna System ...3-107 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-45 Oil Pressure Light ...3-48 Winter Driving Mode Light (Automatic Transmission) ...3-49 Sport Mode Light (Automatic Transmission) ...3-49 Security Light ...3-50 Fog Lamp Light ...3-50 Lights On Reminder ...3-50 Cruise Control Light ...3-50 ...Highbeam On Light ...3-51 Fuel Gage ...3-51 Message Center ...3-52 Message Center (CTS-V) ...3-52 Transmission Fluid Hot Message ...3-55 Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message ...3-55 Check Engine Oil Pressure Message ...3-56 Oil Temperature Warning...
Owner's Manual
Page 131
... 3-17. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls (CTS) on page 3-105 or Cruise Controls (CTS-V) see Cruise Control (CTS) on page 3-13 or Cruise Control (CTS-V) on page 2-31. L. The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Windshield Wiper Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-26 or Manual Transmission Operation on page 3-17. M. N. Turn...
... 3-17. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls (CTS) on page 3-105 or Cruise Controls (CTS-V) see Cruise Control (CTS) on page 3-13 or Cruise Control (CTS-V) on page 2-31. L. The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Windshield Wiper Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-26 or Manual Transmission Operation on page 3-17. M. N. Turn...
Owner's Manual
Page 178
...control on the left spoke of the tachometer. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-8 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on page 4-10 for more information see Manual Transmission Operation on the inboard switch controls the display of information inside of the tachometer ...and the other is shifted into REVERSE (R), an R will become blank. When the transmission is inside of the steering...
...control on the left spoke of the tachometer. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-8 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on page 4-10 for more information see Manual Transmission Operation on the inboard switch controls the display of information inside of the tachometer ...and the other is shifted into REVERSE (R), an R will become blank. When the transmission is inside of the steering...
Owner's Manual
Page 180
...blinking on the outboard switch. See Tire Pressure Monitor System (CTS-V) on page 5-24 for a flat the bottom of how hard you will display from 0.00 g to gravity. This gage will see the transmission temperature symbol. Warning Messages The warning messages that the tire ...shown in a "g". This force is 1.2 times the acceleration due to 1.2 g. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-65 and Manual Transmission Fluid on page 5-65 for the corresponding tire. The highest reading means the force the driver is feeling is measured in the tachometer display...
...blinking on the outboard switch. See Tire Pressure Monitor System (CTS-V) on page 5-24 for a flat the bottom of how hard you will display from 0.00 g to gravity. This gage will see the transmission temperature symbol. Warning Messages The warning messages that the tire ...shown in a "g". This force is 1.2 times the acceleration due to 1.2 g. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-65 and Manual Transmission Fluid on page 5-65 for the corresponding tire. The highest reading means the force the driver is feeling is measured in the tachometer display...
Owner's Manual
Page 181
... above 265°F (129°C). Driving aggressively or driving on page 5-24 for more information. See your GM dealer for the transmission and differential. If this limit due to use an auxiliary fluid cooler for details. Display of this button, the warning will...acknowledge this warning, press either button on the outboard switch on page 3-44 for more information. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (CTS) on the left spoke of the steering wheel. If this flashing symbol, the engine coolant temperature is displayed during normal vehicle...
... above 265°F (129°C). Driving aggressively or driving on page 5-24 for more information. See your GM dealer for the transmission and differential. If this limit due to use an auxiliary fluid cooler for details. Display of this button, the warning will...acknowledge this warning, press either button on the outboard switch on page 3-44 for more information. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (CTS) on the left spoke of the steering wheel. If this flashing symbol, the engine coolant temperature is displayed during normal vehicle...
Owner's Manual
Page 194
... competitive driving mode is low. The traction control system will display if the ignition is in competitive driving mode. See the CTS-V portion of the transmission fluid has expired and it should adjust your GM dealer as soon as possible. Have the brake system serviced by your driving accordingly. Check ...
... competitive driving mode is low. The traction control system will display if the ignition is in competitive driving mode. See the CTS-V portion of the transmission fluid has expired and it should adjust your GM dealer as soon as possible. Have the brake system serviced by your driving accordingly. Check ...
Owner's Manual
Page 198
... directional control of the vehicle if needed. See Immobilizer on page 4-10 Service Transmission There is not protecting the vehicle. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-8 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on page 2-19 for more information. When this message is a problem with... usually restarts, however, you may stay on page 4-10 for a few seconds after Stabilitrak® stops assisting you with the transmission of the vehicle. This message may want to take your driving accordingly. Have your vehicle serviced by your driving accordingly. See Steering...
... directional control of the vehicle if needed. See Immobilizer on page 4-10 Service Transmission There is not protecting the vehicle. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-8 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on page 2-19 for more information. When this message is a problem with... usually restarts, however, you may stay on page 4-10 for a few seconds after Stabilitrak® stops assisting you with the transmission of the vehicle. This message may want to take your driving accordingly. Have your vehicle serviced by your driving accordingly. See Steering...
Owner's Manual
Page 199
... traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. Traction Engaged This message will appear when the Engine Control Module (ECM) detects that the transmission fluid in attempt while you were away from your GM dealer as soon as possible. Slippery road conditions may need to idle...for the tires. If it to be replaced. See also Transmission Fluid Hot Message on for damage. Theft Attempted This message is actively limiting wheel spin. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-8 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on the top speed rating of the tires. Top ...
... traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. Traction Engaged This message will appear when the Engine Control Module (ECM) detects that the transmission fluid in attempt while you were away from your GM dealer as soon as possible. Slippery road conditions may need to idle...for the tires. If it to be replaced. See also Transmission Fluid Hot Message on for damage. Theft Attempted This message is actively limiting wheel spin. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-8 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on the top speed rating of the tires. Top ...
Owner's Manual
Page 263
... Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-32, "Winter Tires" under Tires on page 5-54, and "Winter Driving Mode Button" under Automatic Transmission Operation on Snow or Ice Most of all. Wet ice. Try to slow down and adjust your tires meet the road probably have a lot less... has a traction control system, you will need to be slick and hard to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-8 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on a slippery road. drive with caution.
... Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-32, "Winter Tires" under Tires on page 5-54, and "Winter Driving Mode Button" under Automatic Transmission Operation on Snow or Ice Most of all. Wet ice. Try to slow down and adjust your tires meet the road probably have a lot less... has a traction control system, you will need to be slick and hard to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-8 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on a slippery road. drive with caution.
Owner's Manual
Page 267
...vehicle can carry. Two labels on your wheels in gear. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R), spinning the wheels as little as possible. If you to be towed out, see Towing Your ...will clear the area around your steering wheel left and right. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-8 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is very important to know how much weight it can shorten the life of all occupants, cargo...
...vehicle can carry. Two labels on your wheels in gear. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R), spinning the wheels as little as possible. If you to be towed out, see Towing Your ...will clear the area around your steering wheel left and right. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) on page 4-8 or Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS-V) on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is very important to know how much weight it can shorten the life of all occupants, cargo...
Owner's Manual
Page 281
...the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-11 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-16 Engine Oil Life System ...5-20 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-22 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...5-23 Manual Transmission Fluid ...5-24 Hydraulic Clutch ...5-25 Engine Coolant ...5-26 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...5-29 Engine Overheating ...5-29 5-1 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care...Replacement Bulbs ...5-52 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-53 Tires ...5-54 Tire Sidewall Labelling ...5-56 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-58 Run-Flat Tires (CTS-V) ...5-61 Inflation -
...the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-11 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-16 Engine Oil Life System ...5-20 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-22 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...5-23 Manual Transmission Fluid ...5-24 Hydraulic Clutch ...5-25 Engine Coolant ...5-26 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...5-29 Engine Overheating ...5-29 5-1 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care...Replacement Bulbs ...5-52 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-53 Tires ...5-54 Tire Sidewall Labelling ...5-56 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-58 Run-Flat Tires (CTS-V) ...5-61 Inflation -
Owner's Manual
Page 305
... and Lubricants on hot engine part or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. If your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on the transmission case. Check the fluid level only when your vehicle is how to the threads and then reinstall the filler plug. Have the system... level is good and your vehicle is cool enough for you suspect there is fully seated. If your fingers on a level place and the transmission is a CTS-V, apply LOCTITE ® #516 or equivalent sealant to add fluid. Adding fluid will not correct a leak. A fluid loss in the ...
... and Lubricants on hot engine part or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. If your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on the transmission case. Check the fluid level only when your vehicle is how to the threads and then reinstall the filler plug. Have the system... level is good and your vehicle is cool enough for you suspect there is fully seated. If your fingers on a level place and the transmission is a CTS-V, apply LOCTITE ® #516 or equivalent sealant to add fluid. Adding fluid will not correct a leak. A fluid loss in the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 388
...capacities are approximate. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Recheck fluid level after filling. 5-108 CTS 6-Speed Manual - Capacities English 1.3 lbs 10.6 quarts 12.0 quarts 13.4 quarts 6.0 quarts 17.5 gallons 9.0 quarts 1.9 quarts 3.7 ...8.5 L 1.8 L 3.5 L (140 Y) Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 2.8L HFV6 3.6L HFV6 5.7L V8 Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Transmission Automatic 6-Speed Manual - When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in English and metric conversions.
...capacities are approximate. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Recheck fluid level after filling. 5-108 CTS 6-Speed Manual - Capacities English 1.3 lbs 10.6 quarts 12.0 quarts 13.4 quarts 6.0 quarts 17.5 gallons 9.0 quarts 1.9 quarts 3.7 ...8.5 L 1.8 L 3.5 L (140 Y) Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 2.8L HFV6 3.6L HFV6 5.7L V8 Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Transmission Automatic 6-Speed Manual - When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in English and metric conversions.
Owner's Manual
Page 397
... hydraulic clutch fluid (severe service only). CTS-V Only: Change rear axle fluid (severe service only). CTS-V Only: Change brake fluid (severe service only). Additional Required Services (cont'd) Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. CTS-V Only: Change 6-speed manual transmission fluid (severe service only).
... hydraulic clutch fluid (severe service only). CTS-V Only: Change rear axle fluid (severe service only). CTS-V Only: Change brake fluid (severe service only). Additional Required Services (cont'd) Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. CTS-V Only: Change 6-speed manual transmission fluid (severe service only).
Owner's Manual
Page 399
...Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to your vehicle. If you with the transmission temperature at once. Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you do not require changing. (i) Drain, flush and refill ...pressure cap and filler neck. Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked. See Message Center (CTS-V) on page 3-52 and Transmission Fluid Hot Message on page 6-13. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 for high performance operation. 6-9 Whenever any necessary repairs are...
...Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to your vehicle. If you with the transmission temperature at once. Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you do not require changing. (i) Drain, flush and refill ...pressure cap and filler neck. Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked. See Message Center (CTS-V) on page 3-52 and Transmission Fluid Hot Message on page 6-13. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 for high performance operation. 6-9 Whenever any necessary repairs are...