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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..., and Indicators ...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 Under the Hood ...5-10 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 Rear Axle ...5-48 Front Axle ...5-49 Headlamp Aiming ...5-50 Bulb Replacement ...5-...
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..., and Indicators ...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 Under the Hood ...5-10 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 Rear Axle ...5-48 Front Axle ...5-49 Headlamp Aiming ...5-50 Bulb Replacement ...5-...
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... mode. See "Battery Replacement" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-79 for more information. You can still drive the vehicle. If you do the following: • Audio System • Audio Steering Wheel Controls • Power Windows Power to these accessories will display NO FOBS DETECTED. Cell phone chargers can interfere with...
... mode. See "Battery Replacement" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-79 for more information. You can still drive the vehicle. If you do the following: • Audio System • Audio Steering Wheel Controls • Power Windows Power to these accessories will display NO FOBS DETECTED. Cell phone chargers can interfere with...
Owner's Manual
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...by the vehicle warranty. It provides the best fuel economy. Be sure the engine is already moving forward could move the shift lever into a drive gear while the engine is moving , use N (Neutral) only. To restart the engine when the vehicle is not running at high speed...Out of Park on the brake pedal, the vehicle could damage the transmission. Notice: Shifting to get out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. You can also use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is being towed. { CAUTION: Shifting into P (Park) as you maintain brake application. Downshifting the ...
...by the vehicle warranty. It provides the best fuel economy. Be sure the engine is already moving forward could move the shift lever into a drive gear while the engine is moving , use N (Neutral) only. To restart the engine when the vehicle is not running at high speed...Out of Park on the brake pedal, the vehicle could damage the transmission. Notice: Shifting to get out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. You can also use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is being towed. { CAUTION: Shifting into P (Park) as you maintain brake application. Downshifting the ...
Owner's Manual
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If you to shift to the gear selected and will automatically downshift when the vehicle comes to have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on . Make sure that the transmission has not shifted gears. If it does not, you release the park brake pedal,...a Trailer (Vehicles Without Heavy Duty Cooling) on page 4-31 or Towing a Trailer (Vehicles With Heavy Duty Cooling) on the lower portion of the steering wheel. This will sound if the parking brake is set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down . 2-33 See Brake System Warning Light on and...
If you to shift to the gear selected and will automatically downshift when the vehicle comes to have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on . Make sure that the transmission has not shifted gears. If it does not, you release the park brake pedal,...a Trailer (Vehicles Without Heavy Duty Cooling) on page 4-31 or Towing a Trailer (Vehicles With Heavy Duty Cooling) on the lower portion of the steering wheel. This will sound if the parking brake is set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down . 2-33 See Brake System Warning Light on and...
Owner's Manual
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...system by your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system and this message still stays on or comes back on . All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle with the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option, in the Navigation manual for more information. SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT ... the Index in some cases when the SERVICE STABILITY SYS message is displayed, a larger degree of steering wheel input at low vehicle speeds and a smaller degree of steering wheel input at higher vehicle speeds may be required. SERVICE RADAR CRUISE This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise ...
...system by your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system and this message still stays on or comes back on . All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle with the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option, in the Navigation manual for more information. SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT ... the Index in some cases when the SERVICE STABILITY SYS message is displayed, a larger degree of steering wheel input at low vehicle speeds and a smaller degree of steering wheel input at higher vehicle speeds may be required. SERVICE RADAR CRUISE This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise ...
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...ashes and then remains on page 4-6. See "Active Steering" under Steering on page 4-12. Have your vehicle serviced by your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option and the suspension system needs service, the Enhanced StabiliTrak system may be operating... have the steering system inspected by your vehicle with the speed variable assist steering system or the Active Steering system. Your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle may cause this message is not working properly. If the Active Steering system needs service, the system may notice...
...ashes and then remains on page 4-6. See "Active Steering" under Steering on page 4-12. Have your vehicle serviced by your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option and the suspension system needs service, the Enhanced StabiliTrak system may be operating... have the steering system inspected by your vehicle with the speed variable assist steering system or the Active Steering system. Your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle may cause this message is not working properly. If the Active Steering system needs service, the system may notice...
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...StabiliTrak system is normal. Two conditions may stay on page 4-6 for more information. 3-93 STABILITY SECURE MODE If your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option, this message displays when the stability control system is displayed, so adjust your... or vehicle conditions are centered, the StabiliTrak system is returned to warm up. STABILITY COMPETITIVE MODE If your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option, this message displays when the Competitive Mode for more information.
...StabiliTrak system is normal. Two conditions may stay on page 4-6 for more information. 3-93 STABILITY SECURE MODE If your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option, this message displays when the stability control system is displayed, so adjust your... or vehicle conditions are centered, the StabiliTrak system is returned to warm up. STABILITY COMPETITIVE MODE If your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option, this message displays when the Competitive Mode for more information.
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... on page 4-6 or Enhanced StabiliTrak® on page 4-6 for more information. This message may also display after : • Driving in the Stability Competitive Mode. • The stability control system is not functioning properly. STABILITY SYS (System) OFF This message displays...button after exiting STABILITY SECURE MODE when certain system faults or vehicle conditions have been cleared. STABILITY TOURING MODE If your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with directional control of the vehicle, if needed. STARTING DISABLED THROTTLE PROBLEM This message ...
... on page 4-6 or Enhanced StabiliTrak® on page 4-6 for more information. This message may also display after : • Driving in the Stability Competitive Mode. • The stability control system is not functioning properly. STABILITY SYS (System) OFF This message displays...button after exiting STABILITY SECURE MODE when certain system faults or vehicle conditions have been cleared. STABILITY TOURING MODE If your All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle has the Active Steering with directional control of the vehicle, if needed. STARTING DISABLED THROTTLE PROBLEM This message ...
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...on Wet Roads ...4-18 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...4-19 Highway Hypnosis ...4-19 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-20 Winter Driving ...4-21 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...4-23 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It...ABS) ...4-4 Braking in Emergencies ...4-5 StabiliTrak® System ...4-6 Enhanced StabiliTrak® ...4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) ...4-10 Competitive Driving Mode ...4-11 Magnetic Ride Control™ ...4-12 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...4-12 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...4-12 Steering ...4-12 Off-Road Recovery ...4-15 Passing ...4-15 Loss of Control ...4-15 4-1
...on Wet Roads ...4-18 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...4-19 Highway Hypnosis ...4-19 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-20 Winter Driving ...4-21 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...4-23 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It...ABS) ...4-4 Braking in Emergencies ...4-5 StabiliTrak® System ...4-6 Enhanced StabiliTrak® ...4-6 Traction Control System (TCS) ...4-10 Competitive Driving Mode ...4-11 Magnetic Ride Control™ ...4-12 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...4-12 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...4-12 Steering ...4-12 Off-Road Recovery ...4-15 Passing ...4-15 Loss of Control ...4-15 4-1
Owner's Manual
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... Information Center (DIC). StabiliTrak® System The vehicle has a vehicle stability enhancement system called StabiliTrak. If the vehicle has all-wheel-drive and has Active Steering with StabiliTrak, a SERVICE STABILITY SYS message will automatically disengage. A noise may be heard or a vibration ...safe to steer the vehicle in the brake pedal. If cruise control is actually traveling. Enhanced StabiliTrak® All-wheel-drive (AWD) vehicles with the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option have an enhanced computer controlled vehicle stability system that assists...
... Information Center (DIC). StabiliTrak® System The vehicle has a vehicle stability enhancement system called StabiliTrak. If the vehicle has all-wheel-drive and has Active Steering with StabiliTrak, a SERVICE STABILITY SYS message will automatically disengage. A noise may be heard or a vibration ...safe to steer the vehicle in the brake pedal. If cruise control is actually traveling. Enhanced StabiliTrak® All-wheel-drive (AWD) vehicles with the Active Steering with Enhanced StabiliTrak option have an enhanced computer controlled vehicle stability system that assists...
Owner's Manual
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...beginning to lose traction. On an All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) vehicle, the system will not limit wheel spin. When this is switched off . See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on the vehicle. When this warning light is off on AWD and STS-V vehicles, the system may be damaged. ...beginning to lose traction. When TCS is normal. See Rocking Your Vehicle to limit wheel spin. The vehicle's driveline could be heard or felt while it senses that limits wheel spin. On a rear-wheel-drive vehicle, the system operates if it is working . The system may still be ...
...beginning to lose traction. On an All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) vehicle, the system will not limit wheel spin. When this is switched off . See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on the vehicle. When this warning light is off on AWD and STS-V vehicles, the system may be damaged. ...beginning to lose traction. When TCS is normal. See Rocking Your Vehicle to limit wheel spin. The vehicle's driveline could be heard or felt while it senses that limits wheel spin. On a rear-wheel-drive vehicle, the system operates if it is working . The system may still be ...
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...Steering Your vehicle has a steering system that continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds. Active Steering All-wheel-drive vehicles with the Active Steering with the most of the vehicle based on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. If the ...lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you turn the steering wheel. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System With this feature allows the drive wheel with Enhanced StabiliTrak® option have an electronically controlled active steering system. Magnetic Ride Control™ ...
...Steering Your vehicle has a steering system that continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds. Active Steering All-wheel-drive vehicles with the Active Steering with the most of the vehicle based on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. If the ...lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you turn the steering wheel. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System With this feature allows the drive wheel with Enhanced StabiliTrak® option have an electronically controlled active steering system. Magnetic Ride Control™ ...
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...your dealer/retailer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations. • Is the vehicle ready to be towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. Just as preparing the vehicle for more information. 4-30 Always tow the vehicle...8226; What is the distance that will be travelled? The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. 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 read the ...
...your dealer/retailer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations. • Is the vehicle ready to be towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. Just as preparing the vehicle for more information. 4-30 Always tow the vehicle...8226; What is the distance that will be travelled? The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. 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 read the ...
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... a trailer. Dolly Towing (STS-V) Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. Turn the ignition to ensure that the front wheels are neither designed nor intended to the dolly following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Rear-wheel drive vehicles can be towed...
... a trailer. Dolly Towing (STS-V) Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. Turn the ignition to ensure that the front wheels are neither designed nor intended to the dolly following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Rear-wheel drive vehicles can be towed...
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... and Appearance Care Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...5-36 Power Steering Fluid ...5-37 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-38 Brakes ...5-39 Battery ...5-42 Jump Starting ...5-42 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 Rear Axle ...5-48 Front Axle ...5-49 Headlamp Aiming ...5-50 Bulb Replacement ...5-51 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ...5-51 Halogen Bulbs ...5-51 Back-Up Lamps... ...5-52 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...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 -
... and Appearance Care Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...5-36 Power Steering Fluid ...5-37 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-38 Brakes ...5-39 Battery ...5-42 Jump Starting ...5-42 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 Rear Axle ...5-48 Front Axle ...5-49 Headlamp Aiming ...5-50 Bulb Replacement ...5-51 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ...5-51 Halogen Bulbs ...5-51 Back-Up Lamps... ...5-52 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...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 -
Owner's Manual
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Transfer Case When to regularly check the transfer case fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, there is not necessary to Check Lubricant Jumper Cable Removal A. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Always connect and remove ... or Remote Negative (−) Terminal B. Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in this section apply to your warranty. All-Wheel Drive All of the lubricant checks in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by ...
Transfer Case When to regularly check the transfer case fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, there is not necessary to Check Lubricant Jumper Cable Removal A. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Always connect and remove ... or Remote Negative (−) Terminal B. Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in this section apply to your warranty. All-Wheel Drive All of the lubricant checks in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by ...
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... fluid and filter (normal service). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-23. See footnote (p). Inspect exhaust system for damage or leaks. All-wheel-drive vehicles: Change transfer case fluid (severe service). Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service after the...
... fluid and filter (normal service). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-23. See footnote (p). Inspect exhaust system for damage or leaks. All-wheel-drive vehicles: Change transfer case fluid (severe service). Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service after the...
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Additional Required Services (cont'd) Service and Miles (Kilometers) All-wheel-drive vehicles: Change transfer case fluid (normal service). See footnote (j). 4.4L Supercharged Engine: Intercooler system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). ...) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) • • 6-7 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. See footnote (q). An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. See footnote (l). An Emission Control Service.
Additional Required Services (cont'd) Service and Miles (Kilometers) All-wheel-drive vehicles: Change transfer case fluid (normal service). See footnote (j). 4.4L Supercharged Engine: Intercooler system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). ...) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) • • 6-7 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. See footnote (q). An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. See footnote (l). An Emission Control Service.
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...-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 89021678) meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Usage Front Axle (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM...
...-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 89021678) meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Usage Front Axle (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM...
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... Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? ...1-58 When Should an Airbag Inflate? ...1-56 Where Are the Airbags? ...1-53 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ...4-12 Antenna, Backglass ...3-134 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-134 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...4-4 Antilock Brake, System Warning Light ...3-63...
... Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? ...1-58 When Should an Airbag Inflate? ...1-56 Where Are the Airbags? ...1-53 All-Wheel Drive ...5-47 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ...4-12 Antenna, Backglass ...3-134 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-134 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...4-4 Antilock Brake, System Warning Light ...3-63...