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2009 Cadillac STS/STS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-7 Child Restraints ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-51 Restraint System Check ...1-66 ...2-1 Features and Controls Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-13 Windows ...2-18 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle... ...3-55 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-72 Audio System(s) ...3-97 Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-29 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things...
2009 Cadillac STS/STS-V Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-7 Child Restraints ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-51 Restraint System Check ...1-66 ...2-1 Features and Controls Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-13 Windows ...2-18 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle... ...3-55 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-72 Audio System(s) ...3-97 Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-29 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things...
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... French language copy of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be obtained from your specific vehicle. For vehicles first sold in the back of Canada Limited" for quick reference. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 1-800-551-4123 helminc... the right to explain vehicle operation. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest & Wreath, and the name STS are registered trademarks and the name STS-V is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. Read this manual in the vehicle for Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it...
... French language copy of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be obtained from your specific vehicle. For vehicles first sold in the back of Canada Limited" for quick reference. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 1-800-551-4123 helminc... the right to explain vehicle operation. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest & Wreath, and the name STS are registered trademarks and the name STS-V is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. Read this manual in the vehicle for Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it...
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... on the windshield. If the blades are in a delay mode as well as a continuous low or high speed as needed . For STS-V, the vehicle is equipped with this feature, the moisture sensor is closest to low. If the system is stopped. This allows more frequently. A circuit...Wipes occur as needed to clear the windshield depending on the interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror. Rainsense™ II Wipers For vehicles with a feature that the sensitivity level has been increased. 6 1 (High Speed): For rapid wiping cycles. In light rain or snow, ...
... on the windshield. If the blades are in a delay mode as well as a continuous low or high speed as needed . For STS-V, the vehicle is equipped with this feature, the moisture sensor is closest to low. If the system is stopped. This allows more frequently. A circuit...Wipes occur as needed to clear the windshield depending on the interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror. Rainsense™ II Wipers For vehicles with a feature that the sensitivity level has been increased. 6 1 (High Speed): For rapid wiping cycles. In light rain or snow, ...
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..., fuel economy, fuel used, average speed, timer, battery voltage, tire pressure, and engine oil life, if your vehicle does not have an STS-V, the DIC also has additional vehicle information displays which include engine boost, engine oil temperature, oil pressure, and transmission fluid temperature. Press the top...Head-Up Display (HUD), these are the buttons for more information on the digital speed display. DIC Buttons (Base Level) If your vehicle has this feature. « 4 ª (Information): EM (English/Metric): Press this button to change the display from the DIC display.
..., fuel economy, fuel used, average speed, timer, battery voltage, tire pressure, and engine oil life, if your vehicle does not have an STS-V, the DIC also has additional vehicle information displays which include engine boost, engine oil temperature, oil pressure, and transmission fluid temperature. Press the top...Head-Up Display (HUD), these are the buttons for more information on the digital speed display. DIC Buttons (Base Level) If your vehicle has this feature. « 4 ª (Information): EM (English/Metric): Press this button to change the display from the DIC display.
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... miles (mi) or kilometers (km). ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE (STS-V Only) This display shows the engine oil temperature in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles (mi) or kilometers (...km). TRANS (Transmission) FLUID TEMP (Temperature) (STS-V Only) This display shows the transmission fluid temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (°...
... miles (mi) or kilometers (km). ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE (STS-V Only) This display shows the engine oil temperature in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles (mi) or kilometers (...km). TRANS (Transmission) FLUID TEMP (Temperature) (STS-V Only) This display shows the transmission fluid temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (°...
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...when the driver door is closed completely. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 4-11 for more information. Adjust your vehicle while the engine is on when the competitive driving mode is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. Stop and allow the... drive your driving accordingly. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. COMPETITIVE DRIVING (STS-V Only) This message displays when the competitive driving mode is too hot. See Engine Overheating on page 5-34 for ...
...when the driver door is closed completely. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 4-11 for more information. Adjust your vehicle while the engine is on when the competitive driving mode is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. Stop and allow the... drive your driving accordingly. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. COMPETITIVE DRIVING (STS-V Only) This message displays when the competitive driving mode is too hot. See Engine Overheating on page 5-34 for ...
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...off if needed. When TCS is started. On a rear-wheel-drive vehicle, the system operates if it senses that one or both of the wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. See Winter Driving on AWD and STS-V vehicles, the system may still be turned off on page 4-21 for ...more information. On an All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) vehicle, the system will not limit wheel spin. Notice: Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate ...
...off if needed. When TCS is started. On a rear-wheel-drive vehicle, the system operates if it senses that one or both of the wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. See Winter Driving on AWD and STS-V vehicles, the system may still be turned off on page 4-21 for ...more information. On an All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) vehicle, the system will not limit wheel spin. Notice: Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate ...
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... power applied to turn off and the Traction Control System Warning Light will not be operating. Adjust your driving accordingly. For AWD vehicles with the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option, the TCS/StabiliTrak button is on, the Traction Control System will come on. Press...more information. Press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button and TCS will turn the system back on. Competitive Driving Mode The STS-V driver can affect the vehicle's performance. When the traction control warning light is used to turn the system off, press the TCS/StabiliTrak button located near...
... power applied to turn off and the Traction Control System Warning Light will not be operating. Adjust your driving accordingly. For AWD vehicles with the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option, the TCS/StabiliTrak button is on, the Traction Control System will come on. Press...more information. Press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button and TCS will turn the system back on. Competitive Driving Mode The STS-V driver can affect the vehicle's performance. When the traction control warning light is used to turn the system off, press the TCS/StabiliTrak button located near...
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...; What is the towing capacity of reduced ground clearance. Dolly Towing (Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) (STS Only) Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of the towing vehicle? Be sure to be covered by the vehicle warranty. See your dealer/retailer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations...
...; What is the towing capacity of reduced ground clearance. Dolly Towing (Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) (STS Only) Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of the towing vehicle? Be sure to be covered by the vehicle warranty. See your dealer/retailer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations...
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... the ground, or even with any of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. The STS-V can be towed using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Rear-wheel drive vehicles can only be towed on a flat -bed truck or trailer. 4-31 Firmly set the parking... position. 7. To tow the vehicle using a dolly. Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all -wheel-drive vehicle with only two of reduced ground clearance. Dolly Towing (STS-V) Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of its...
... the ground, or even with any of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. The STS-V can be towed using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Rear-wheel drive vehicles can only be towed on a flat -bed truck or trailer. 4-31 Firmly set the parking... position. 7. To tow the vehicle using a dolly. Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all -wheel-drive vehicle with only two of reduced ground clearance. Dolly Towing (STS-V) Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of its...
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... ...5-54 Winter Tires ...5-55 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-56 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-59 Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) ...5-62 Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-64 High-Speed Operation ...5-65 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...5-66 Tire ... California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-4 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...5-4 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...5-5 Fuel ...5-5 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Specifications ...5-6 California Fuel ...5-6 Additives ...5-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-7 Filling the Tank...
... ...5-54 Winter Tires ...5-55 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...5-56 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...5-59 Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) ...5-62 Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-64 High-Speed Operation ...5-65 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...5-66 Tire ... California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-4 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...5-4 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...5-5 Fuel ...5-5 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Specifications ...5-6 California Fuel ...5-6 Additives ...5-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-7 Filling the Tank...
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......5-120 Tires ...5-121 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-121 Finish Damage ...5-121 Underbody Maintenance ...5-121 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-122 Vehicle Identification ...5-122 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-122 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-122 Electrical System ...5-123 Add-... ...5-76 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...5-77 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-79 Wheel Replacement ...5-79 Tire Chains ...5-81 Lifting the Vehicle (STS-V) ...5-82 If a Tire Goes Flat ...5-84 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (Without Selector Switch) ...5-87 Tire Sealant and Compressor...
......5-120 Tires ...5-121 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-121 Finish Damage ...5-121 Underbody Maintenance ...5-121 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-122 Vehicle Identification ...5-122 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-122 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-122 Electrical System ...5-123 Add-... ...5-76 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...5-77 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-79 Wheel Replacement ...5-79 Tire Chains ...5-81 Lifting the Vehicle (STS-V) ...5-82 If a Tire Goes Flat ...5-84 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (Without Selector Switch) ...5-87 Tire Sealant and Compressor...
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... Positive (+) Terminal. Battery. H. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See "Brake Fluid" under Engine Oil on page 5-39. If your vehicle is what you have removed the sight shields (if equipped) on the 4.4L V8 STS-V engine, here is equipped with front compartment underhood sight shields, before closing the hood be sure to Add...
... Positive (+) Terminal. Battery. H. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See "Brake Fluid" under Engine Oil on page 5-39. If your vehicle is what you have removed the sight shields (if equipped) on the 4.4L V8 STS-V engine, here is equipped with front compartment underhood sight shields, before closing the hood be sure to Add...
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...miles (5 000 km) since the last oil change the oil at this work properly, you must reset the system every time the oil is an STS-V model, the engine uses a special oil filter. See DIC Warnings and Messages on mileage. Your dealer/retailer has trained service people who ...important to filter failure and result in the DIC will perform this time the system must change . Based on . Notice: If your new vehicle warranty. It is ever reset accidentally, you are not recommended and could lead to check the oil regularly and keep it will be reset. However...
...miles (5 000 km) since the last oil change the oil at this work properly, you must reset the system every time the oil is an STS-V model, the engine uses a special oil filter. See DIC Warnings and Messages on mileage. Your dealer/retailer has trained service people who ...important to filter failure and result in the DIC will perform this time the system must change . Based on . Notice: If your new vehicle warranty. It is ever reset accidentally, you are not recommended and could lead to check the oil regularly and keep it will be reset. However...
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.... 7. Remove the air filter by pushing the top of the airbox cover toward the engine. 5. Loosen the clamp and remove the duct from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. See Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-15 for the correct part number for.../Filter To inspect the air cleaner/filter remove the filter from the passenger's side of the engine air cleaner/filter. 4. Contact your vehicle has the 4.4L V8 STS-V engine, there is not going across the top of the engine air cleaner/filter. 3.
.... 7. Remove the air filter by pushing the top of the airbox cover toward the engine. 5. Loosen the clamp and remove the duct from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. See Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-15 for the correct part number for.../Filter To inspect the air cleaner/filter remove the filter from the passenger's side of the engine air cleaner/filter. 4. Contact your vehicle has the 4.4L V8 STS-V engine, there is not going across the top of the engine air cleaner/filter. 3.
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How to Add Coolant to overheat and be on hot engine parts. Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. See Engine Compartment Overview on a hot engine. Do not spill coolant on page 5-12 for the location of ... cause the engine to the Surge Tank { CAUTION: You can be visible in the intercooler fill neck. 5-30 Checking Intercooler System Coolant (4.4L V8 STS-V Engine Only) The vehicle must be severely damaged.
How to Add Coolant to overheat and be on hot engine parts. Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. See Engine Compartment Overview on a hot engine. Do not spill coolant on page 5-12 for the location of ... cause the engine to the Surge Tank { CAUTION: You can be visible in the intercooler fill neck. 5-30 Checking Intercooler System Coolant (4.4L V8 STS-V Engine Only) The vehicle must be severely damaged.
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... equipment. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on the instrument panel cluster, your vehicle. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) If your tire pressures as soon as you could be reduced during severe... maneuvers. Your vehicle also has a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) which will be injured. If you drive ...
... equipment. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on the instrument panel cluster, your vehicle. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) If your tire pressures as soon as you could be reduced during severe... maneuvers. Your vehicle also has a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) which will be injured. If you drive ...
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...it is dangerous. If you could be sure to use a jack to lift your vehicle, follow the instructions that came with your left foot. 4. Lifting the Vehicle (STS-V) { CAUTION: { CAUTION: Lifting a vehicle can damage the vehicle or the vehicle may fall and cause your or others injury. Release the button. 3. Also, see...the shift lever while pushing the lever all the way toward the front of and behind the wheels. If the vehicle slips off the engine. Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is supported only by pressing the button on page 2-33 for additional information. Hold ...
...it is dangerous. If you could be sure to use a jack to lift your vehicle, follow the instructions that came with your left foot. 4. Lifting the Vehicle (STS-V) { CAUTION: { CAUTION: Lifting a vehicle can damage the vehicle or the vehicle may fall and cause your or others injury. Release the button. 3. Also, see...the shift lever while pushing the lever all the way toward the front of and behind the wheels. If the vehicle slips off the engine. Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is supported only by pressing the button on page 2-33 for additional information. Hold ...
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... or others could lose control of your vehicle. To order a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-15. { CAUTION: When the low tire warning light is displayed on page 5-66, for a limited distance and speed. See Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) on page 5-62 and Tire Pressure ...a low tire condition. Do not drive over 55 mph (90 km/h) when the low tire warning light is used . Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) If this vehicle has run -flat tire. These tires perform so well without any air pressure that a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) is displayed. Run-fl...
... or others could lose control of your vehicle. To order a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-15. { CAUTION: When the low tire warning light is displayed on page 5-66, for a limited distance and speed. See Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) on page 5-62 and Tire Pressure ...a low tire condition. Do not drive over 55 mph (90 km/h) when the low tire warning light is used . Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) If this vehicle has run -flat tire. These tires perform so well without any air pressure that a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) is displayed. Run-fl...
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... equipped with a tire inflator kit, follow the directions for changing a flat tire in this section. If the vehicle is located in the trunk. 1. The vehicle is no spare tire and no tire changing equipment. Remove the retainer that holds the tire sealant and compressor kit in fl...;ator kit. Open the trunk. If you have an STS model, the vehicle may be equipped with run-flat , avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. See Hazard Warning Flashers...
... equipped with a tire inflator kit, follow the directions for changing a flat tire in this section. If the vehicle is located in the trunk. 1. The vehicle is no spare tire and no tire changing equipment. Remove the retainer that holds the tire sealant and compressor kit in fl...;ator kit. Open the trunk. If you have an STS model, the vehicle may be equipped with run-flat , avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. See Hazard Warning Flashers...