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2006 Cadillac STS/STS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-8 Child Restraints ...1-26 Airbag System ...1-48 Restraint System ...and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-24 Mirrors ...2-41 OnStar® System ...2-45 Universal Home Remote System ...2-47 Storage Areas ...2-51 Sunroof ...2-52 Vehicle Personalization ...2-53 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-48 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-57 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-73 Audio System(s) ...3-94 M Driving Your Vehicle ...
2006 Cadillac STS/STS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-8 Child Restraints ...1-26 Airbag System ...1-48 Restraint System ...and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-24 Mirrors ...2-41 OnStar® System ...2-45 Universal Home Remote System ...2-47 Storage Areas ...2-51 Sunroof ...2-52 Vehicle Personalization ...2-53 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-48 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-57 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-73 Audio System(s) ...3-94 M Driving Your Vehicle ...
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... words. They use symbols instead of a component, gage, or indicator, reference the following topics: Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3 Audio System(s) in Section 3 Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 iv Many...
... words. They use symbols instead of a component, gage, or indicator, reference the following topics: Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3 Audio System(s) in Section 3 Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 iv Many...
Owner's Manual
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In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-11 The person keeps going until stopped by something.
In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-11 The person keeps going until stopped by something.
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See Airbag Readiness Light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for more information. There is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-51 The driver's frontal airbag is an airbag readiness light on page 3-60 for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. Where Are the Airbags?
See Airbag Readiness Light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for more information. There is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-51 The driver's frontal airbag is an airbag readiness light on page 3-60 for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. Where Are the Airbags?
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The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver is in the side of the driver's seatback closest to the door. 1-52
The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver is in the side of the driver's seatback closest to the door. 1-52
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...never be regarded as anything more gradually. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which in flator, airbag and related hardware are...by safety belts. In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside the steering wheel, instrument panel, the side of the front seatbacks closest to the door and the ceiling of the impact. Airbags distribute the force of sufficient severity...
...never be regarded as anything more gradually. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which in flator, airbag and related hardware are...by safety belts. In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside the steering wheel, instrument panel, the side of the front seatbacks closest to the door and the ceiling of the impact. Airbags distribute the force of sufficient severity...
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Some components of the airbag module - the steering wheel hub for the driver's airbag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger's bag, the side of asthma or other breathing trouble. The parts of the bag that come into contact with you ...
Some components of the airbag module - the steering wheel hub for the driver's airbag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger's bag, the side of asthma or other breathing trouble. The parts of the bag that come into contact with you ...
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... the seat. This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger's airbag. {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on the seat cushion, with the airbag system. Restart the vehicle and have the protection of the frontal airbag...
... the seat. This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger's airbag. {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on the seat cushion, with the airbag system. Restart the vehicle and have the protection of the frontal airbag...
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... under the center console), or the overhead console can I have to replace the airbag module in the steering wheel, both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's airbag, the airbag module and seatback for the driver's and right front passenger's seat-mounted side impact airbags, or side...
... under the center console), or the overhead console can I have to replace the airbag module in the steering wheel, both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's airbag, the airbag module and seatback for the driver's and right front passenger's seat-mounted side impact airbags, or side...
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... or by lifting the rear door manual lock. 2. Repeat the steps for the other windows are shut. • Turn the fan on or under the instrument panel, open them all doors are closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the interior of the vehicle. Trunk {CAUTION: It can be programmed to...
... or by lifting the rear door manual lock. 2. Repeat the steps for the other windows are shut. • Turn the fan on or under the instrument panel, open them all doors are closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the interior of the vehicle. Trunk {CAUTION: It can be programmed to...
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... security light will flash, reminding you close the door and take at least one of the following: lock switch or lock button on the instrument panel cluster. If the door is closed when the lock button is pressed, the security light will stay illuminated for the trunk lid, hood or a door...
... security light will flash, reminding you close the door and take at least one of the following: lock switch or lock button on the instrument panel cluster. If the door is closed when the lock button is pressed, the security light will stay illuminated for the trunk lid, hood or a door...
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... your foot on the brake pedal, press the START button located on page 3-79 for more information. See DIC Warnings and Messages on the instrument panel. Notice: Holding the button in PARK (P), the vehicle will go into the accessory mode, the engine will turn off , the DIC will ...start and no DIC message is stopped. 1. When the shifter is not in for more information. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on the instrument panel. When the engine begins cranking, let go down as your engine gets warm. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in the ...
... your foot on the brake pedal, press the START button located on page 3-79 for more information. See DIC Warnings and Messages on the instrument panel. Notice: Holding the button in PARK (P), the vehicle will go into the accessory mode, the engine will turn off , the DIC will ...start and no DIC message is stopped. 1. When the shifter is not in for more information. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on the instrument panel. When the engine begins cranking, let go down as your engine gets warm. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in the ...
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...brake pedal down shift for more power during take-off and passing. If shifting is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster should come on. The transmission will flash multiple times, indicating that the transmission has not shifted gears. This will have... your left of the instrument panel to shift into gears appropriate for more power or engine braking. A higher gear allows you to gain more traction on page 3-64 ...
...brake pedal down shift for more power during take-off and passing. If shifting is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster should come on. The transmission will flash multiple times, indicating that the transmission has not shifted gears. This will have... your left of the instrument panel to shift into gears appropriate for more power or engine braking. A higher gear allows you to gain more traction on page 3-64 ...
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... Sentinel® ...3-37 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...3-38 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-39 Entry Lighting ...3-39 Parade Dimming ...3-39 Reading Lamps ...3-40 Battery Load Management ...3-40 Inadvertent Power...Climate Control System ...3-54 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-55 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-57 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-58 Speedometer and Odometer ...3-59 Tachometer ...3-59 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3-59 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic ...
... Sentinel® ...3-37 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...3-38 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-39 Entry Lighting ...3-39 Parade Dimming ...3-39 Reading Lamps ...3-40 Battery Load Management ...3-40 Inadvertent Power...Climate Control System ...3-54 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-55 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-57 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-58 Speedometer and Odometer ...3-59 Tachometer ...3-59 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3-59 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic ...
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Section 3 Instrument Panel Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-73 DIC Controls and Displays ...3-74 DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-79 Other Messages ...3-93 Audio System(s) ...3-94 Setting the Time ...3-95 ...
Section 3 Instrument Panel Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-73 DIC Controls and Displays ...3-74 DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-79 Other Messages ...3-93 Audio System(s) ...3-94 Setting the Time ...3-95 ...
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...Ignition Switch. See Dual Climate Control System on page 3-9. See Automatic Transmission Operation (STS) on page 2-28 or Automatic Transmission Operation (STS-V) on page 3-40. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 2-32. Adaptive Cruise ... System. Traction Control System Button. The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-58. F. Headlamp Controls. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-39. D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. Shift Lever. N.
...Ignition Switch. See Dual Climate Control System on page 3-9. See Automatic Transmission Operation (STS) on page 2-28 or Automatic Transmission Operation (STS-V) on page 3-40. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 2-32. Adaptive Cruise ... System. Traction Control System Button. The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-58. F. Headlamp Controls. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-39. D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. Shift Lever. N.
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... page 3-4. Horn Press near the shift lever. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set them up or down . See Instrument Panel Overview on the outboard side of the steering column. When the hazard warning flashers are on and off . This allows very fine control...
... page 3-4. Horn Press near the shift lever. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set them up or down . See Instrument Panel Overview on the outboard side of the steering column. When the hazard warning flashers are on and off . This allows very fine control...
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... signaling for more information. 3-8 See "Turn Signal On" under DIC Warnings and Messages on , indicating high-beam usage. This light on the instrument panel cluster will be on page 3-79 for a turn is complete. The lever returns automatically when the turn or lane change from low to low ... to flash to work when signaling a turn signal is left on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will appear on for burned-out bulbs if the arrow fails to signal a lane change is complete. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Push...
... signaling for more information. 3-8 See "Turn Signal On" under DIC Warnings and Messages on , indicating high-beam usage. This light on the instrument panel cluster will be on page 3-79 for a turn is complete. The lever returns automatically when the turn or lane change from low to low ... to flash to work when signaling a turn signal is left on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will appear on for burned-out bulbs if the arrow fails to signal a lane change is complete. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Push...
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... might hit a button and go right back up to the speed you can move the cruise control switch briefly from on to on the instrument panel cluster will keep going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you want to reset it . 4. This, of the lever and release it . You could...
... might hit a button and go right back up to the speed you can move the cruise control switch briefly from on to on the instrument panel cluster will keep going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you want to reset it . 4. This, of the lever and release it . You could...
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.... To enable the Intellibeam™ System, turn the exterior lamp control to AUTO, with the following: Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Turning On and Enabling Intellibeam™ AUTO 3 (Intellibeam™ On/Off): Press and release the Intellibeam™ button on the inside... be enabled. Additionally, the Intellibeam™ system must be sure to read this entire section before using it will appear on the instrument panel cluster when the high-beams are on. ; (Parking Lamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps ...
.... To enable the Intellibeam™ System, turn the exterior lamp control to AUTO, with the following: Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Turning On and Enabling Intellibeam™ AUTO 3 (Intellibeam™ On/Off): Press and release the Intellibeam™ button on the inside... be enabled. Additionally, the Intellibeam™ system must be sure to read this entire section before using it will appear on the instrument panel cluster when the high-beams are on. ; (Parking Lamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps ...