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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 ...2-25 Mirrors ...2-38 Object Detection Systems ...2-42 ...
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 ...2-25 Mirrors ...2-38 Object Detection Systems ...2-42 ...
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... of the manual. Pictures, symbols, and words work together to learn about the vehicle use the Index in U.S.A. This manual describes features that time without notice. Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your specific vehicle. This... concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm Incorporated P.O. 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 in the vehicle for quick reference. All Rights Reserved.
... of the manual. Pictures, symbols, and words work together to learn about the vehicle use the Index in U.S.A. This manual describes features that time without notice. Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your specific vehicle. This... concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm Incorporated P.O. 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 in the vehicle for quick reference. All Rights Reserved.
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... raise or lower the position of the lumbar support, press and hold the front or rear of the control. If the vehicle has the memory feature, you can program and recall memory settings for more information. 1-2 See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 2-77. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on...
... raise or lower the position of the lumbar support, press and hold the front or rear of the control. If the vehicle has the memory feature, you can program and recall memory settings for more information. 1-2 See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 2-77. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on...
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... ventilated seats shut off when the vehicle is turned off to ventilate the seat. Each press of the button, decreases the setting. To turn the feature off, press the button until the indicator on the climate control display is off . Keep pressing the down arrows a second time to start that... feature at the highest or lowest setting. A light bar in the climate control display shows the setting; Press either button to raise or lower the setting....
... ventilated seats shut off when the vehicle is turned off to ventilate the seat. Each press of the button, decreases the setting. To turn the feature off, press the button until the indicator on the climate control display is off . Keep pressing the down arrows a second time to start that... feature at the highest or lowest setting. A light bar in the climate control display shows the setting; Press either button to raise or lower the setting....
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... will shut off when the ignition is on the center console. Pull the head restraint up to the trunk from the rear seats. Pressing this feature, the controls are located on , 3 being the highest.
... will shut off when the ignition is on the center console. Pull the head restraint up to the trunk from the rear seats. Pressing this feature, the controls are located on , 3 being the highest.
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... the belt is not long enough, see "Seats" in your vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The lap-shoulder belt may engage the child restraint locking feature. Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the Index. 2. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way, you may lock if you...
... the belt is not long enough, see "Seats" in your vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The lap-shoulder belt may engage the child restraint locking feature. Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the Index. 2. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way, you may lock if you...
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...occupant's shoulder if the vehicle is on smaller occupants. 6. To set this section. The belt should go back out of the safety belt in this feature, gently pull on the shoulder belt. 1-22 4. The belt will deactivate. When the safety belt is unbuckled or when the vehicle is right for ...you. See "Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment" later in a crash. This safety belt has a feature that is turned off, the tension reducer will retract and rest lightly against the occupant. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the...
...occupant's shoulder if the vehicle is on smaller occupants. 6. To set this section. The belt should go back out of the safety belt in this feature, gently pull on the shoulder belt. 1-22 4. The belt will deactivate. When the safety belt is unbuckled or when the vehicle is right for ...you. See "Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment" later in a crash. This safety belt has a feature that is turned off, the tension reducer will retract and rest lightly against the occupant. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the...
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The parts of the airbag that come into contact with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. The vehicle has a feature that some people may automatically unlock the doors, turn the interior lamps on, and turn the hazard warning flashers off by opening a window or a ..., there may be some time after they quickly deflate, so quickly that may not even realize an airbag in flated for those features. 1-58 This dust could cause breathing problems for several minutes. To avoid this, everyone in flates, then get out of the airbag module may...
The parts of the airbag that come into contact with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. The vehicle has a feature that some people may automatically unlock the doors, turn the interior lamps on, and turn the hazard warning flashers off by opening a window or a ..., there may be some time after they quickly deflate, so quickly that may not even realize an airbag in flated for those features. 1-58 This dust could cause breathing problems for several minutes. To avoid this, everyone in flates, then get out of the airbag module may...
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Section 2 Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-25 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-25 Ignition Positions ...2-26 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-27 Starting the Engine ...2-27 ...
Section 2 Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-25 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-25 Ignition Positions ...2-26 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-27 Starting the Engine ...2-27 ...
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Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas ...2-60 Glove Box ...2-60 Cupholders ...2-60 Center Console Storage ...2-60 Convenience Net ...2-60 Sunroof ...2-60 Vehicle Personalization ...2-61 Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel ...2-77 Object Detection Systems ...2-42 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ...2-42 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...2-44 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ...2-48 OnStar® System ...2-50 Universal Home Remote System ...2-53 Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED) ...2-54 2-2
Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas ...2-60 Glove Box ...2-60 Cupholders ...2-60 Center Console Storage ...2-60 Convenience Net ...2-60 Sunroof ...2-60 Vehicle Personalization ...2-61 Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel ...2-77 Object Detection Systems ...2-42 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ...2-42 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...2-44 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ...2-48 OnStar® System ...2-50 Universal Home Remote System ...2-53 Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED) ...2-54 2-2
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... Q for more information. See "Lights Flash at Lock" and "Horn Chirps at Unlock" under Vehicle Personalization on page 2-61 to change the feedback feature. K (Unlock): Press once to close completely, it reverses and the horn sounds. The light on the front doors comes on page 2-19 for ... flash twice. See Remote Vehicle Start on . See Trunk on the trunk. See Keyless Access System on page 2-61 to change the feedback feature. Q (Lock): Press once to unlock all the doors. Press K twice within range, press the trunk release button located above the license plate on...
... Q for more information. See "Lights Flash at Lock" and "Horn Chirps at Unlock" under Vehicle Personalization on page 2-61 to change the feedback feature. K (Unlock): Press once to close completely, it reverses and the horn sounds. The light on the front doors comes on page 2-19 for ... flash twice. See Remote Vehicle Start on . See Trunk on the trunk. See Keyless Access System on page 2-61 to change the feedback feature. Q (Lock): Press once to unlock all the doors. Press K twice within range, press the trunk release button located above the license plate on...
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...require a person using the remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat these steps, while the engine is the first remote start feature: 1. For example, laws may restrict the use of remote starters. See Ignition Positions on page 2-26. (Remote Start): This button will turn ... at the vehicle and press the remote start up the vehicle's automatic climate control system. If it must be locked. Remote Vehicle Start This feature allows you to start operation to normal vehicle operation. You can be extended one of vehicles. 2-11 To manually shut off . / •...
...require a person using the remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat these steps, while the engine is the first remote start feature: 1. For example, laws may restrict the use of remote starters. See Ignition Positions on page 2-26. (Remote Start): This button will turn ... at the vehicle and press the remote start up the vehicle's automatic climate control system. If it must be locked. Remote Vehicle Start This feature allows you to start operation to normal vehicle operation. You can be extended one of vehicles. 2-11 To manually shut off . / •...
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...Check Engine Light" under Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the keyless access transmitter again for more information regarding the keyless ignition. The vehicle personalization feature is open. However, the range may run time, 10 minutes is added and you press the lock button and then hold the ...minutes of engine running . An unauthorized vehicle entry or a vehicle theft was attempted. Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle has the remote start feature, the keyless access transmitter functions will not operate if any of the following occur: • The check engine light ...
...Check Engine Light" under Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the keyless access transmitter again for more information regarding the keyless ignition. The vehicle personalization feature is open. However, the range may run time, 10 minutes is added and you press the lock button and then hold the ...minutes of engine running . An unauthorized vehicle entry or a vehicle theft was attempted. Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle has the remote start feature, the keyless access transmitter functions will not operate if any of the following occur: • The check engine light ...
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... knob for more information. • Push down or stop your doors can help prevent this from the ignition and press to program the keyless access feature. See Power Door Locks on page 2-13 for the rear door. Always lock your vehicle whenever you slow down or pull up on the keyless...
... knob for more information. • Push down or stop your doors can help prevent this from the ignition and press to program the keyless access feature. See Power Door Locks on page 2-13 for the rear door. Always lock your vehicle whenever you slow down or pull up on the keyless...
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...the power window switch until the window has fully opened. 3. The window will stop at the obstruction and auto-reverse to activate the express-down feature. Pull up the switch. Once the switch is released, the express mode is fully closed. Use care when using the override mode. 2-20 ... is in the path of the window path. Express-Down/Up Window Any window can be overridden in a supervised mode. Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature If any object is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. Press the front of the switch briefly to work. To program each...
...the power window switch until the window has fully opened. 3. The window will stop at the obstruction and auto-reverse to activate the express-down feature. Pull up the switch. Once the switch is released, the express mode is fully closed. Use care when using the override mode. 2-20 ... is in the path of the window path. Express-Down/Up Window Any window can be overridden in a supervised mode. Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature If any object is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. Press the front of the switch briefly to work. To program each...
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...the theft-deterrent system. 2-21 The front passenger window can be closed by pressing the lock button on the button illuminates, indicating that the feature is unable to disable the rear window controls. See Vehicle Personalization on page 2-5 for greater coverage. If the ignition is open, the ...switches. The light on the keyless access transmitter. Theft-Deterrent System Your vehicle has a theft-deterrent alarm system. This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they do not make it impossible to block out glare. Pull the visor down the visor or detach it from the center mount...
...the theft-deterrent system. 2-21 The front passenger window can be closed by pressing the lock button on the button illuminates, indicating that the feature is unable to disable the rear window controls. See Vehicle Personalization on page 2-5 for greater coverage. If the ignition is open, the ...switches. The light on the keyless access transmitter. Theft-Deterrent System Your vehicle has a theft-deterrent alarm system. This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they do not make it impossible to block out glare. Pull the visor down the visor or detach it from the center mount...
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... one keyless access transmitter with or opened without a keyless access transmitter. To arm the system: • If Passive Arming is activated through the vehicle personalization feature, the system will arm automatically after the doors are closed. After 60 seconds the light should flash. If the vehicle is locked using the...
... one keyless access transmitter with or opened without a keyless access transmitter. To arm the system: • If Passive Arming is activated through the vehicle personalization feature, the system will arm automatically after the doors are closed. After 60 seconds the light should flash. If the vehicle is locked using the...
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... Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 2-15 for additional information. 2-23 R From inside the glove box. 9 (Off): Press to turn the lockout feature off and allow the trunk to be unlocked or opened with the key to turn off . 3. The horn will sound and the exterior lamps will...replaced, you may be disabled Lock the glove box with either the keyless access transmitter or the trunk release button located on , the remote start feature and the Universal Home Remote transmitter will flash. Valet Lockout Switch The valet lockout switch is on the driver's door. (On): Press...
... Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 2-15 for additional information. 2-23 R From inside the glove box. 9 (Off): Press to turn the lockout feature off and allow the trunk to be unlocked or opened with the key to turn off . 3. The horn will sound and the exterior lamps will...replaced, you may be disabled Lock the glove box with either the keyless access transmitter or the trunk release button located on , the remote start feature and the Universal Home Remote transmitter will flash. Valet Lockout Switch The valet lockout switch is on the driver's door. (On): Press...
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... engine for long periods of the accelerator. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much gasoline. This feature assists in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), it . Notice: The engine is already running. Once cranking has been initiated, the engine...
... engine for long periods of the accelerator. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much gasoline. This feature assists in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), it . Notice: The engine is already running. Once cranking has been initiated, the engine...
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...DSC mode, the number displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) indicates the gear that the transmission is not moved. You can use the DSC feature: 1. Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to a manual transmission. When in DSC mode, the sport symbol will appear in sport mode if... based on the DIC. Driver Shift Control (DSC) Notice: If you drive the vehicle at high RPMs without upshifting while using the DSC feature the vehicle will have firmer shifting and increased performance. To use this for more information on braking and acceleration. 2-32 The transmission ...
...DSC mode, the number displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) indicates the gear that the transmission is not moved. You can use the DSC feature: 1. Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to a manual transmission. When in DSC mode, the sport symbol will appear in sport mode if... based on the DIC. Driver Shift Control (DSC) Notice: If you drive the vehicle at high RPMs without upshifting while using the DSC feature the vehicle will have firmer shifting and increased performance. To use this for more information on braking and acceleration. 2-32 The transmission ...