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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 ...
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 ...
Owner's Manual
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...; 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 this manual. All Rights Reserved. iii This manual describes features that time without notice. Box 07130..., symbols, and words work together to learn about the vehicle use the Index in U.S.A. Keep this manual in the vehicle for Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it appears in the manual and the page number where it was printed. It is an alphabetical list of...
...; 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 this manual. All Rights Reserved. iii This manual describes features that time without notice. Box 07130..., symbols, and words work together to learn about the vehicle use the Index in U.S.A. Keep this manual in the vehicle for Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it appears in the manual and the page number where it was printed. It is an alphabetical list of...
Owner's Manual
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... of time, occasional wipes may occur without any moisture on page 3-36 for this feature to work. (Low Speed): For slow, steady wiping cycles. For STS-V, the vehicle is equipped with this feature, the moisture sensor is the lowest sensitivity setting, level one of the delay between wipes. It is closest...
... of time, occasional wipes may occur without any moisture on page 3-36 for this feature to work. (Low Speed): For slow, steady wiping cycles. For STS-V, the vehicle is equipped with this feature, the moisture sensor is the lowest sensitivity setting, level one of the delay between wipes. It is closest...
Owner's Manual
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... button to reset each trip odometer back to zero. 4 // (Reset): Press this button to change the display from the DIC display. If you have an STS-V, the DIC also has additional vehicle information displays which include digital speed display, if your vehicle has this feature, fuel range, fuel economy, fuel used...
... button to reset each trip odometer back to zero. 4 // (Reset): Press this button to change the display from the DIC display. If you have an STS-V, the DIC also has additional vehicle information displays which include digital speed display, if your vehicle has this feature, fuel range, fuel economy, fuel used...
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...square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). Both odometers can be used at the same time. TRANS (Transmission) FLUID TEMP (Temperature) (STS-V Only) This display shows the transmission fluid temperature in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km). Trip Odometer Press the trip ...shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°C). ENGINE BOOST (STS-V Only) This display shows a graphic that indicates the amount of the trip information button while the desired trip odometer is displayed. ENGINE...
...square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). Both odometers can be used at the same time. TRANS (Transmission) FLUID TEMP (Temperature) (STS-V Only) This display shows the transmission fluid temperature in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km). Trip Odometer Press the trip ...shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°C). ENGINE BOOST (STS-V Only) This display shows a graphic that indicates the amount of the trip information button while the desired trip odometer is displayed. ENGINE...
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... on page 4-11 for more information. This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is on driving to idle until it cools down. COMPETITIVE DRIVING (STS-V Only) This message displays when the competitive driving mode is turned on with this message. ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE Notice: If you drive your...
... on page 4-11 for more information. This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is on driving to idle until it cools down. COMPETITIVE DRIVING (STS-V Only) This message displays when the competitive driving mode is turned on with this message. ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE Notice: If you drive your...
Owner's Manual
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... to lose traction. When this happens, the system brakes the spinning wheel(s) and/or reduces engine power to turn the system off on AWD and STS-V vehicles, the system may still be damaged. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on whenever the vehicle is switched off if the vehicle gets...
... to lose traction. When this happens, the system brakes the spinning wheel(s) and/or reduces engine power to turn the system off on AWD and STS-V vehicles, the system may still be damaged. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on whenever the vehicle is switched off if the vehicle gets...
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... Enhanced StabiliTrak option, the TCS/StabiliTrak button is engaged have control of the power applied to better suit a performance driving environment. Competitive Driving Mode The STS-V driver can affect the vehicle's performance.
... Enhanced StabiliTrak option, the TCS/StabiliTrak button is engaged have control of the power applied to better suit a performance driving environment. Competitive Driving Mode The STS-V driver can affect the vehicle's performance.
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.../retailer or trailering professional for a long trip, make sure the vehicle 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? Just as preparing the vehicle for additional advice...
.../retailer or trailering professional for a long trip, make sure the vehicle 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? Just as preparing the vehicle for additional advice...
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...-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all -wheel-drive vehicle with only two of its wheels on the ground. 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. ... for towing to LOCK/OFF. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles can only be towed on page 2-33. 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). 5. Dolly Towing (STS-V) Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of its wheels on a flatbed truck. Firmly set the parking brake. Secure...
...-Wheel-Drive Vehicles) Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all -wheel-drive vehicle with only two of its wheels on the ground. 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. ... for towing to LOCK/OFF. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles can only be towed on page 2-33. 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). 5. Dolly Towing (STS-V) Notice: Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of its wheels on a flatbed truck. Firmly set the parking brake. Secure...
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... ...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 - Tire Pressure ...5-64 High-Speed Operation ...5-65 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...5-66 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation ...5-68 5-1 Service ...5-3 Accessories and Modi...
... ...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 - Tire Pressure ...5-64 High-Speed Operation ...5-65 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...5-66 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation ...5-68 5-1 Service ...5-3 Accessories and Modi...
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... Size Tires and Wheels ...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 Kit (With Selector Switch) ...5-96 Tire...
... Size Tires and Wheels ...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 Kit (With Selector Switch) ...5-96 Tire...
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... back into the openings in the tower to reinstall the sight shields. After 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 tower brace. E. I. Then insert the fasteners into the...
... back into the openings in the tower to reinstall the sight shields. After 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 tower brace. E. I. Then insert the fasteners into the...
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... is ever reset accidentally, you must be changed at least once a year and at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since the last oil change is an STS-V model, the engine uses a special oil filter. Engine Oil Life System When to filter failure and result in the DIC will perform this...
... is ever reset accidentally, you must be changed at least once a year and at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since the last oil change is an STS-V model, the engine uses a special oil filter. Engine Oil Life System When to filter failure and result in the DIC will perform this...
Owner's Manual
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... the engine air cleaner/filter. 3. Open the airbox by reversing Steps 1 through the opening in the airbox. 6. Contact your vehicle has the 4.4L V8 STS-V engine, there is difficult, you should have this done at the bottom. Because this procedure is a special procedure for checking and changing the air cleaner...
... the engine air cleaner/filter. 3. Open the airbox by reversing Steps 1 through the opening in the airbox. 6. Contact your vehicle has the 4.4L V8 STS-V engine, there is difficult, you should have this done at the bottom. Because this procedure is a special procedure for checking and changing the air cleaner...
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... hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can be burned. CAUTION: 3.6L V6 Engine shown, 4.6L V8 and 4.4L V8 STS-V Engines similar A. Mechanical Engine Cooling Fan (If equipped) (Out of view) B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap (Continued) 5-26 Do not touch them. If you...
... hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can be burned. CAUTION: 3.6L V6 Engine shown, 4.6L V8 and 4.4L V8 STS-V Engines similar A. Mechanical Engine Cooling Fan (If equipped) (Out of view) B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap (Continued) 5-26 Do not touch them. If you...
Owner's Manual
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Checking Intercooler System Coolant (4.4L V8 STS-V Engine Only) The vehicle must be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. How to Add Coolant to overheat and be visible in ...
Checking Intercooler System Coolant (4.4L V8 STS-V Engine Only) The vehicle must be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. How to Add Coolant to overheat and be visible in ...
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... Intercooler System pressure cap, even a little, when the engine and intercooler are hot. 1. How to Add Coolant to the Intercooler System Fill Neck (4.4L V8 STS-V Engine Only) Turn the engine off and allow steam and scalding liquids to be vented. 2. If you badly. If coolant is not visible, add a 50...
... Intercooler System pressure cap, even a little, when the engine and intercooler are hot. 1. How to Add Coolant to the Intercooler System Fill Neck (4.4L V8 STS-V Engine Only) Turn the engine off and allow steam and scalding liquids to be vented. 2. If you badly. If coolant is not visible, add a 50...
Owner's Manual
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To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 1. Repeat the steps for the other wiper. 2. STS-V models will automatically move the windshield wipers to the park position if the hood is installed could damage the windshield. Do not allow the wiper ...
To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 1. Repeat the steps for the other wiper. 2. STS-V models will automatically move the windshield wipers to the park position if the hood is installed could damage the windshield. Do not allow the wiper ...
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... others could lose control of the tires. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) If your vehicle. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on page 5-66. 5-62 See Tire Pressure Monitor System on an individual tire due to...
... others could lose control of the tires. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Run-Flat Tires (STS-V) If your vehicle. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on page 5-66. 5-62 See Tire Pressure Monitor System on an individual tire due to...