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2008 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 ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-51 Restraint System Check ...1-66 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ... Areas ...2-58 Sunroof ...2-58 Vehicle Personalization ...2-60 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-48 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-57 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-74 Audio System(s) ...3-98 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-31 Service...
2008 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 ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-51 Restraint System Check ...1-66 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ... Areas ...2-58 Sunroof ...2-58 Vehicle Personalization ...2-60 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-48 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-57 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-74 Audio System(s) ...3-98 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-31 Service...
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... appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the right front passenger. seated directly behind the driver. • A roof-rail airbag for the driver and the passenger • A roof-rail airbag for the driver. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things...quickly to know about the airbag system: A frontal airbag for the driver. Here are not wearing your vehicle will appear on the instrument panel for the driver and on the side of injury from it. With seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG will have airbags. For ...
... appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the right front passenger. seated directly behind the driver. • A roof-rail airbag for the driver and the passenger • A roof-rail airbag for the driver. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things...quickly to know about the airbag system: A frontal airbag for the driver. Here are not wearing your vehicle will appear on the instrument panel for the driver and on the side of injury from it. With seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG will have airbags. For ...
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...to the airbag, as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. Always wear your safety belt, even with seat-mounted side impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags. 1-52 The driver should sit as far back as you would be seriously injured or killed. They are not designed to infl...;ate in frontal, in rollover, or in rear crashes. Occupants should wear a safety belt properly - whether or not there is up against the door or side windows in seating ...
...to the airbag, as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. Always wear your safety belt, even with seat-mounted side impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags. 1-52 The driver should sit as far back as you would be seriously injured or killed. They are not designed to infl...;ate in frontal, in rollover, or in rear crashes. Occupants should wear a safety belt properly - whether or not there is up against the door or side windows in seating ...
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The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door. 1-54
The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door. 1-54
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Do not use seat accessories that person causing severe injury or even death. {CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, and do , the path of an in the ceiling above the side windows. Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second... an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag. If your vehicle by routing the rope or tie down through any other airbag covering.
Do not use seat accessories that person causing severe injury or even death. {CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, and do , the path of an in the ceiling above the side windows. Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second... an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag. If your vehicle by routing the rope or tie down through any other airbag covering.
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In moderate to safety belts. Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags distribute the force of the airbag that ...be at least partially in many types of the windshield or being able to touch. After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that come into contact with you...hot to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from the vents in flation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of collisions, primarily because the occupant's motion is not toward those airbags. In moderate to severe frontal...
In moderate to safety belts. Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags distribute the force of the airbag that ...be at least partially in many types of the windshield or being able to touch. After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that come into contact with you...hot to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from the vents in flation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of collisions, primarily because the occupant's motion is not toward those airbags. In moderate to severe frontal...
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...not. United States Canada The words ON and OFF, or the symbol for the right front passenger's position. a child riding in a booster seat; See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-61. 1-60 Accident statistics show that are restrained in a rear-facing child restraint; When the system...the right front passenger's frontal airbag should be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child riding in the rear rather than the front seat. The passenger sensing system will be visible. The driver's airbags are large enough, using remote start to detect the presence of...
...not. United States Canada The words ON and OFF, or the symbol for the right front passenger's position. a child riding in a booster seat; See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-61. 1-60 Accident statistics show that are restrained in a rear-facing child restraint; When the system...the right front passenger's frontal airbag should be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child riding in the rear rather than the front seat. The passenger sensing system will be visible. The driver's airbags are large enough, using remote start to detect the presence of...
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Press " twice within five seconds to cancel the panic alarm. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2-77 for about one second to open the trunk while the engine is turned off or the shift lever ...): 2-7 Press " once to operate the remote start feature. If it is in PARK (P). Press and hold G for more information. / (Remote Start): Press /to unlock the driver's door. See Remote Vehicle Start on .
Press " twice within five seconds to cancel the panic alarm. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2-77 for about one second to open the trunk while the engine is turned off or the shift lever ...): 2-7 Press " once to operate the remote start feature. If it is in PARK (P). Press and hold G for more information. / (Remote Start): Press /to unlock the driver's door. See Remote Vehicle Start on .
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...your vehicle so lost or stolen transmitters no longer work . If a transmitter is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats. 2-8 Each vehicle can be off. 2. Turn the key to the unlock position five times within five seconds. 5. The... Driver Information Center (DIC) will display READY FOR FOB X, where X can have a recognized transmitter: 1. Have the recognized transmitter and the new, ...
...your vehicle so lost or stolen transmitters no longer work . If a transmitter is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats. 2-8 Each vehicle can be off. 2. Turn the key to the unlock position five times within five seconds. 5. The... Driver Information Center (DIC) will display READY FOR FOB X, where X can have a recognized transmitter: 1. Have the recognized transmitter and the new, ...
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... a recognized transmitter is not available. 7. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press the unlock button on the driver's door. 2-9 Do the following: 1. The procedure will sound. Once the transmitter is inside the center console storage area located between the... driver and front passenger seats. 3. The vehicle must be 3 or 4, or MAX # FOBS LEARNED. 8. Insert the vehicle key into the transmitter pocket with the transmitter...
... a recognized transmitter is not available. 7. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press the unlock button on the driver's door. 2-9 Do the following: 1. The procedure will sound. Once the transmitter is inside the center console storage area located between the... driver and front passenger seats. 3. The vehicle must be 3 or 4, or MAX # FOBS LEARNED. 8. Insert the vehicle key into the transmitter pocket with the transmitter...
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If your keyless access transmitter with you can still access the trunk by unlocking and lowering the rear seat pass-through door and pulling the emergency trunk release handle. 2-17 Entry occurs when the button is being pressed and the vehicle recognizes the transmitter...valet mode turned off. The vehicle must be in PARK (P) and the valet mode turned off . • Squeeze the trunk release button located on the driver's door. The vehicle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and the valet mode turned off . See Keyless Access System Operation on the keyless access ...
If your keyless access transmitter with you can still access the trunk by unlocking and lowering the rear seat pass-through door and pulling the emergency trunk release handle. 2-17 Entry occurs when the button is being pressed and the vehicle recognizes the transmitter...valet mode turned off. The vehicle must be in PARK (P) and the valet mode turned off . • Squeeze the trunk release button located on the driver's door. The vehicle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and the valet mode turned off . See Keyless Access System Operation on the keyless access ...
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... into PARK (P) properly, the weight of an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If your transmission into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. You may find it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down the brake pedal...
... into PARK (P) properly, the weight of an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If your transmission into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. You may find it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down the brake pedal...
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...fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. See "Rear Window Defogger" under Dual Climate Control System on , both mirrors to choose the driver's side or passenger's side mirror. Adjust each mirror. Return the selector switch to its original position, push outward. The preferred mirror positions... cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with the memory option. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on the driver's door armrest and controls the driver's side and passenger's side mirrors. To return the mirror to the center position when finished ...
...fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. See "Rear Window Defogger" under Dual Climate Control System on , both mirrors to choose the driver's side or passenger's side mirror. Adjust each mirror. Return the selector switch to its original position, push outward. The preferred mirror positions... cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with the memory option. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on the driver's door armrest and controls the driver's side and passenger's side mirrors. To return the mirror to the center position when finished ...
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...things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. Outside Convex Mirror {CAUTION: A convex mirror can be seen from the driver's seat. A convex mirror's surface is in the middle position, neither outside mirror will return to its original position. Outside Parallel Park Assist Mirror... on your right. The delay prevents movement of headlamps behind you could hit a vehicle on the selector control to choose the driver or passenger outside mirror control pad. When the vehicle is controlled by improving rear obstacle detection and is convex. The passenger side...
...things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. Outside Convex Mirror {CAUTION: A convex mirror can be seen from the driver's seat. A convex mirror's surface is in the middle position, neither outside mirror will return to its original position. Outside Parallel Park Assist Mirror... on your right. The delay prevents movement of headlamps behind you could hit a vehicle on the selector control to choose the driver or passenger outside mirror control pad. When the vehicle is controlled by improving rear obstacle detection and is convex. The passenger side...
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...vehicle personalization on your vehicle has the ability to program additional personalization features, the driver's preferences are recalled by pressing any button on the keyless access transmitter, 1 or 2, by selecting Driver 1 or 2 on the radio display, or when a valid keyless access ...Additional keyless access transmitters programmed to recall until the ignition is detected upon opening the driver's door, the driver preferences for the lowest driver number will be programmed including the seat, steering column, and outside rearview mirror position. If your vehicle has the Navigation ...
...vehicle personalization on your vehicle has the ability to program additional personalization features, the driver's preferences are recalled by pressing any button on the keyless access transmitter, 1 or 2, by selecting Driver 1 or 2 on the radio display, or when a valid keyless access ...Additional keyless access transmitters programmed to recall until the ignition is detected upon opening the driver's door, the driver preferences for the lowest driver number will be programmed including the seat, steering column, and outside rearview mirror position. If your vehicle has the Navigation ...
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...2-12 for more comfortable vehicle upon entry. The mode you engage the remote start feature. Enter the PERSONAL SETTINGS MENU by the driver using that was last used by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle by ... at the same climate control setting that keyless entry transmitter. These features include the climate control system, the rear defogger, and the seat temperature, if your vehicle has this feature and this feature. Activating these features helps provide a more information. See Remote Vehicle Start on...
...2-12 for more comfortable vehicle upon entry. The mode you engage the remote start feature. Enter the PERSONAL SETTINGS MENU by the driver using that was last used by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle by ... at the same climate control setting that keyless entry transmitter. These features include the climate control system, the rear defogger, and the seat temperature, if your vehicle has this feature and this feature. Activating these features helps provide a more information. See Remote Vehicle Start on...
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... . Turn the tune/select knob until START BUTTON RECALL is selected, START BUTTON RECALL cannot be selected. The mode you can recall any previously programmed seat position and mirror position when the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF (default) To program the... MENU by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. 2-65 Press the tune/select knob to driver position which is highlighted. 3. If this feature. START BUTTON RECALL If your vehicle.
... . Turn the tune/select knob until START BUTTON RECALL is selected, START BUTTON RECALL cannot be selected. The mode you can recall any previously programmed seat position and mirror position when the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF (default) To program the... MENU by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. 2-65 Press the tune/select knob to driver position which is highlighted. 3. If this feature. START BUTTON RECALL If your vehicle.
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...next feature available on your vehicle. When this feature is turned on , a check mark will appear in PARK (P), and the driver's door is opened . Turn the tune/select knob until AUTO EXIT SEAT is now set . Press the tune/select knob to a different mode: 1. When the mode is highlighted. 3. Turn the tune...on and off , the shift lever is in the box next to the feature name. You can recall any previously programmed exit position for the driver's seat when the vehicle is off . AUTO EXIT COLUMN If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will appear in PARK (P), and the...
...next feature available on your vehicle. When this feature is turned on , a check mark will appear in PARK (P), and the driver's door is opened . Turn the tune/select knob until AUTO EXIT SEAT is now set . Press the tune/select knob to a different mode: 1. When the mode is highlighted. 3. Turn the tune...on and off , the shift lever is in the box next to the feature name. You can recall any previously programmed exit position for the driver's seat when the vehicle is off . AUTO EXIT COLUMN If your vehicle has the optional memory package, you will appear in PARK (P), and the...
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... presets are set automatically: Exiting the Personal Settings Menu Once you selected is now set. Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel If your vehicle has the memory feature, you will automatically return to two drivers: • The driver's seat position • The outside rearview mirrors position • The power tilt wheel and telescopic steering...
... presets are set automatically: Exiting the Personal Settings Menu Once you selected is now set. Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel If your vehicle has the memory feature, you will automatically return to two drivers: • The driver's seat position • The outside rearview mirrors position • The power tilt wheel and telescopic steering...
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... or when starting your previously saved driving position will then be recalled. If you would like to DRIVER 1 and DRIVER 2. Enter the memory programming mode for the selected driver, see "RECALL EXIT SETTINGS" or "STORE EXIT SETTINGS" later in this section. If the vehicle...instructions listed previously under "Entering the Driver Selection Submenu." 2. A memory recall can be stopped by pressing in PARK (P), one beep will sound and your choice by pressing any memory seat or mirror position button. If you want, either DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2. 3. Set your previously saved ...
... or when starting your previously saved driving position will then be recalled. If you would like to DRIVER 1 and DRIVER 2. Enter the memory programming mode for the selected driver, see "RECALL EXIT SETTINGS" or "STORE EXIT SETTINGS" later in this section. If the vehicle...instructions listed previously under "Entering the Driver Selection Submenu." 2. A memory recall can be stopped by pressing in PARK (P), one beep will sound and your choice by pressing any memory seat or mirror position button. If you want, either DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2. 3. Set your previously saved ...