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2011 Cadillac DTS Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-2 Front Seats ...2-3 Rear ...
2011 Cadillac DTS Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-2 Front Seats ...2-3 Rear ...
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2011 Cadillac DTS Owner Manual M Driving Your Vehicle ...5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Towing ...5-24 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service ...6-3 Fuel ...6-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...6-...
2011 Cadillac DTS Owner Manual M Driving Your Vehicle ...5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Towing ...5-24 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service ...6-3 Fuel ...6-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...6-...
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... relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found . Keep this manual in U.S.A. Litho in the vehicle for Cadillac Motor Division wherever it can be found on your specific vehicle either because they are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC...or licensors. This manual describes features that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to , GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and DTS are options that may or may not be on your vehicle. Helm, Incorporated P.O. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the...
... relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found . Keep this manual in U.S.A. Litho in the vehicle for Cadillac Motor Division wherever it can be found on your specific vehicle either because they are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC...or licensors. This manual describes features that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to , GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and DTS are options that may or may not be on your vehicle. Helm, Incorporated P.O. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the...
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Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could result in property or vehicle damage. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. { WARNING: These mean there is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is something that could hurt you need to avoid or reduce them. M : This symbol is shown when you or other people. iv Safety Warnings and Symbols Warning messages found on vehicle labels ...
Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could result in property or vehicle damage. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. { WARNING: These mean there is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is something that could hurt you need to avoid or reduce them. M : This symbol is shown when you or other people. iv Safety Warnings and Symbols Warning messages found on vehicle labels ...
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For more information on the vehicle and what they mean. Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the symbol, refer to the Index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure g : Outside Power Foldaway ...
For more information on the vehicle and what they mean. Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the symbol, refer to the Index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure g : Outside Power Foldaway ...
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Section 1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Trunk Release ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Memory Features ...1-8 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-10 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-11 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-12 Interior Lighting ...1-13 Exterior Lighting ...1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-14 Climate Controls ...1-14 In Brief Vehicle Features ...Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ......
Section 1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Trunk Release ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Memory Features ...1-8 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-10 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-11 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-12 Interior Lighting ...1-13 Exterior Lighting ...1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-14 Climate Controls ...1-14 In Brief Vehicle Features ...Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ......
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See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4 ‑ 14 (If Equipped). D. F. Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑57. H. Trunk Release Button. See Trunk on page 3‑43. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 3‑11. P. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 4‑31. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3 ‑ 26 . A. Horn on page 4‑83. Audio System(s) on page 4‑3. Parking Brake on page 4 ‑ 14 (If Equipped). Adaptive Cruise Control on page 3‑28. ...
See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4 ‑ 14 (If Equipped). D. F. Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4‑57. H. Trunk Release Button. See Trunk on page 3‑43. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 3‑11. P. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 4‑31. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3 ‑ 26 . A. Horn on page 4‑83. Audio System(s) on page 4‑3. Parking Brake on page 4 ‑ 14 (If Equipped). Adaptive Cruise Control on page 3‑28. ...
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Press Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from outside of the vehicle. Press K again within five seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press L again to unlock the driver door. Remote Vehicle Start With this owner manual. For more than two seconds to unlock all doors. V for more detailed information, refer to lock all remaining doors. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press Q to each of the features which can be found later in this feature the engine can be ...
Press Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from outside of the vehicle. Press K again within five seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press L again to unlock the driver door. Remote Vehicle Start With this owner manual. For more than two seconds to unlock all doors. V for more detailed information, refer to lock all remaining doors. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press Q to each of the features which can be found later in this feature the engine can be ...
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Remote start : . For more information, see: ... Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start can be locked and the climate control system may come on. Aim the RKE transmitter at the top of the steering wheel, next to the instrument panel brightness control. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3‑6. Door Locks From the outside, unlock the door using either the key or the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3 ‑ 4 . From the inside, use the power door lock switches or manual lock knobs located at the vehicle and press and ...
Remote start : . For more information, see: ... Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start can be locked and the climate control system may come on. Aim the RKE transmitter at the top of the steering wheel, next to the instrument panel brightness control. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3‑6. Door Locks From the outside, unlock the door using either the key or the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3 ‑ 4 . From the inside, use the power door lock switches or manual lock knobs located at the vehicle and press and ...
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Press the switch to raise it. Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the seat. Pull the switch up or down. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. See Power Seats on page 3 ‑ 14 . Windows Seat Adjustment Power Seats The power seat controls are on the driver door armrest. On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on the outboard side of the control up to lower the window. For more information, see Power Windows on page 2‑3. 1-6 Move the seat forward or rearward by ...
Press the switch to raise it. Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the seat. Pull the switch up or down. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. See Power Seats on page 3 ‑ 14 . Windows Seat Adjustment Power Seats The power seat controls are on the driver door armrest. On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on the outboard side of the control up to lower the window. For more information, see Power Windows on page 2‑3. 1-6 Move the seat forward or rearward by ...
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See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑4. 1-7 Power Reclining Seatbacks The control is located on the outboard side of the control forward or rearward. Press the front or rear of the seat. Power Lumbar Adjustment The control is located on the outboard side of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. See Power Lumbar on page 2‑8. To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the seat.
See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑4. 1-7 Power Reclining Seatbacks The control is located on the outboard side of the control forward or rearward. Press the front or rear of the seat. Power Lumbar Adjustment The control is located on the outboard side of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. See Power Lumbar on page 2‑8. To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the seat.
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A single beep sounds. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2 ‑ 6 and "Easy Exit Recall" and "Easy Exit Setup" under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 ‑ 74 for more information. A single beep will move back, and if the vehicle has the power steering column and telescopic steering feature, the steering column will sound. Repeat for more information. Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Memory Features To recall, press and release "1" or "2." Adjust the driver seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside ...
A single beep sounds. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2 ‑ 6 and "Easy Exit Recall" and "Easy Exit Setup" under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 ‑ 74 for more information. A single beep will move back, and if the vehicle has the power steering column and telescopic steering feature, the steering column will sound. Repeat for more information. Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Memory Features To recall, press and release "1" or "2." Adjust the driver seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside ...
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J : Press to heat the seatback only. I : Press to heat the seat and seatback. If available, the buttons are installed and adjusted properly. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are on page 2 ‑ 5 . 1-9 To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the outboard seating positions. For more information see Head Restraints on page 2 ‑ 2 and Power Seats on . H : Press to cool the seat and seatback. For more information see Heated ...
J : Press to heat the seatback only. I : Press to heat the seat and seatback. If available, the buttons are installed and adjusted properly. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are on page 2 ‑ 5 . 1-9 To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the outboard seating positions. For more information see Head Restraints on page 2 ‑ 2 and Power Seats on . H : Press to cool the seat and seatback. For more information see Heated ...
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The driver airbags and roof‐rail airbags are not affected by this. Refer to the following sections for important information on page 2‑11. United States Canada Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on how to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2‑29. Lap Belt on page 2‑15. How to use safety belts properly... Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2 ‑ 61 for important information. 1-10 See Passenger Sensing System on page 2‑24. Safety Belts Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system will be visible on the overhead console ...
The driver airbags and roof‐rail airbags are not affected by this. Refer to the following sections for important information on page 2‑11. United States Canada Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on how to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2‑29. Lap Belt on page 2‑15. How to use safety belts properly... Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2 ‑ 61 for important information. 1-10 See Passenger Sensing System on page 2‑24. Safety Belts Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system will be visible on the overhead console ...
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Press the selector switch (A) or (B) to choose either the left or right outside power folding mirrors are located on the driver door armrest. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is controlled by the on and off settings on page 3‑33 Interior Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. This feature is started. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps behind the vehicle. Then press the control pad to move the mirror to fold the mirror toward the vehicle. Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors on...
Press the selector switch (A) or (B) to choose either the left or right outside power folding mirrors are located on the driver door armrest. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is controlled by the on and off settings on page 3‑33 Interior Mirror The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. This feature is started. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps behind the vehicle. Then press the control pad to move the mirror to fold the mirror toward the vehicle. Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors on...
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Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel up or down . 2. Pull the lever to tilt the steering wheel up or down . Push the control up or down to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle. . 1. Release the lever to be adjusted. For vehicles with a power tilt wheel control: . See Tilt Wheel on page 4 ‑ 3 or Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column on the left side of the steering wheel to lock the wheel in place. The adjustment lever is located on page 4 ‑ 4 (If Equipped). 1-12 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...
Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel up or down . 2. Pull the lever to tilt the steering wheel up or down . Push the control up or down to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle. . 1. Release the lever to be adjusted. For vehicles with a power tilt wheel control: . See Tilt Wheel on page 4 ‑ 3 or Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column on the left side of the steering wheel to lock the wheel in place. The adjustment lever is located on page 4 ‑ 4 (If Equipped). 1-12 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...
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Exterior Lighting This control is located on page 4‑29. Instrument Panel Brightness on the instrument panel, to the left on the headliner above the rear seat. Footwell Lamps on page 4‑23. Exterior Lamps on page 4‑30. #: ... Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console on page 4‑29. Entry Lighting on the headliner and in the rear door opening. Fog Lamps on page 4‑26. Wiper Activated Headlamps on page 4‑28. These lamps come on the fog lamps. For more information, see : ... Daytime Running Lamps (DRL...
Exterior Lighting This control is located on page 4‑29. Instrument Panel Brightness on the instrument panel, to the left on the headliner above the rear seat. Footwell Lamps on page 4‑23. Exterior Lamps on page 4‑30. #: ... Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console on page 4‑29. Entry Lighting on the headliner and in the rear door opening. Fog Lamps on page 4‑26. Wiper Activated Headlamps on page 4‑28. These lamps come on the fog lamps. For more information, see : ... Daytime Running Lamps (DRL...
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See Windshield Wipers on page 4 ‑ 10 and Windshield Washer on the windshield. Press and release this paddle, located at the top of the steering column. 8: Use for a single wiping cycle. 6: Delays wiping cycle. 6: Slow wipes. 1: Fast wipes. J: Climate Controls The windshield wiper lever is located on the left side of the turn signal/multifunction lever, to spray washer fluid on page 4‑11. Dual Climate Control System 1-14 Windshield Wiper/Washer 9: Turns the wipers off.
See Windshield Wipers on page 4 ‑ 10 and Windshield Washer on the windshield. Press and release this paddle, located at the top of the steering column. 8: Use for a single wiping cycle. 6: Delays wiping cycle. 6: Slow wipes. 1: Fast wipes. J: Climate Controls The windshield wiper lever is located on the left side of the turn signal/multifunction lever, to spray washer fluid on page 4‑11. Dual Climate Control System 1-14 Windshield Wiper/Washer 9: Turns the wipers off.
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Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls E. For vehicles with CD O : Press to increase or decrease the volume. Fan Control B. Display C. Outside Air or AUX G. Rear Window Defogger Radio with rear climate control, see Rear Climate Control System on page 4‑39. BAND: Press to seek or scan stations. 1-15 See Dual Climate Control System on and off. PASS (Passenger Climate Control) I. Vehicle Features Radio(s) Dual Climate Control System for Vehicles with Rear Climate Control A. Air Conditioning F. a : Turn to select radio stations. © SEEK ¨ : ...
Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls E. For vehicles with CD O : Press to increase or decrease the volume. Fan Control B. Display C. Outside Air or AUX G. Rear Window Defogger Radio with rear climate control, see Rear Climate Control System on page 4‑39. BAND: Press to seek or scan stations. 1-15 See Dual Climate Control System on and off. PASS (Passenger Climate Control) I. Vehicle Features Radio(s) Dual Climate Control System for Vehicles with Rear Climate Control A. Air Conditioning F. a : Turn to select radio stations. © SEEK ¨ : ...
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Enabling/Disabling the Digital Radio Clock (Single CD Player) 1. Storing a Favorite Station For vehicles with an XM radio, a maximum of 36 stations can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM stations. For more information about these and other radio features, see detailed instructions in Setting the Clock on page 4‑87. The radio clock and analog clock are not synchronized. Turn the radio on page 4‑83. Press the H button until the menu for your specific audio system. 1-16 Press FAV to go through up to toggle the radio clock display on or off. Occasionally you ...
Enabling/Disabling the Digital Radio Clock (Single CD Player) 1. Storing a Favorite Station For vehicles with an XM radio, a maximum of 36 stations can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM stations. For more information about these and other radio features, see detailed instructions in Setting the Clock on page 4‑87. The radio clock and analog clock are not synchronized. Turn the radio on page 4‑83. Press the H button until the menu for your specific audio system. 1-16 Press FAV to go through up to toggle the radio clock display on or off. Occasionally you ...