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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 ...6-12 Headlamp Aiming ...6-43 Bulb Replacement ...6-46 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-46 Tires ...6-48 Appearance Care ...6-94 Vehicle Identification ...6-102 Electrical System ...6-102 Capacities and Specifications ...6-111...
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 ...6-12 Headlamp Aiming ...6-43 Bulb Replacement ...6-46 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-46 Tires ...6-48 Appearance Care ...6-94 Vehicle Identification ...6-102 Electrical System ...6-102 Capacities and Specifications ...6-111...
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... vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and DTS are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of the features found . Canadian Owners Propri...étaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be found on your dealer or from your specific vehicle ...
... vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and DTS are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of the features found . Canadian Owners Propri...étaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be found on your dealer or from your specific vehicle ...
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... for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. M : This symbol is shown when you need to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. { WARNING: These mean there is shown when you or other people. Safety Warnings and Symbols Warning messages found on...
... for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. M : This symbol is shown when you need to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. { WARNING: These mean there is shown when you or other people. Safety Warnings and Symbols Warning messages found on...
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... the vehicle. V for more detailed information, refer to unlock all doors. See Keys on page 3 ‑ 3 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on your specific vehicle. Press Q. 3. Press Q to sound the panic alarm. Press K again within five seconds to each of the features which can be found later in this...
... the vehicle. V for more detailed information, refer to unlock all doors. See Keys on page 3 ‑ 3 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on your specific vehicle. Press Q. 3. Press Q to sound the panic alarm. Press K again within five seconds to each of the features which can be found later in this...
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..., MP3/WMA, and RDS Features): Press this pushbutton to toggle the radio clock display on or off. Press the H button until the menu for your specific audio system. 1-16 Press the pushbutton located under the currently displayed status of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page.
..., MP3/WMA, and RDS Features): Press this pushbutton to toggle the radio clock display on or off. Press the H button until the menu for your specific audio system. 1-16 Press the pushbutton located under the currently displayed status of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page.
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... object (like a pole), the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object. Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design. Your vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, which enables the sensing system to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. If the vehicle...
... object (like a pole), the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object. Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design. Your vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, which enables the sensing system to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. If the vehicle...
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...), based on page 2 ‑ 53 . Gas from the inflator. Frontal airbag modules are airbag modules in the event. (Always wear your safety belt, even with specific vehicle design. Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts.
...), based on page 2 ‑ 53 . Gas from the inflator. Frontal airbag modules are airbag modules in the event. (Always wear your safety belt, even with specific vehicle design. Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts.
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... an airbag when it inflates. They are parts of proper restraint use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle. Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on page 2 ‑ 67 for more information about modifications that you...
... an airbag when it inflates. They are parts of proper restraint use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle. Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on page 2 ‑ 67 for more information about modifications that you...
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... not correctly matching the vehicle's position to be turned on the map disc in the navigation system, this display, press the set/reset button to a specific tire will be available. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 ‑ 62 and Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) on the DIC are...
... not correctly matching the vehicle's position to be turned on the map disc in the navigation system, this display, press the set/reset button to a specific tire will be available. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 ‑ 62 and Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) on the DIC are...
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... display. If this happens, contact the radio station. 4. Set the radio volume to select the level of radio volume compensation. This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available for use only on the radio display. That way, the volume level should...
... display. If this happens, contact the radio station. 4. Set the radio volume to select the level of radio volume compensation. This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available for use only on the radio display. That way, the volume level should...
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Label Example A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to break and change the way the vehicle handles. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight ...
Label Example A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to break and change the way the vehicle handles. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight ...
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... load capacity calculated in this section. Tire Pressure on the Certification label. The label also tells you have a Professional Vehicle, a Tire and Loading Information label specific to the B‐pillar of cargo and luggage load capacity. Determine the combined weight of available cargo and luggage load capacity is also important loading...
... load capacity calculated in this section. Tire Pressure on the Certification label. The label also tells you have a Professional Vehicle, a Tire and Loading Information label specific to the B‐pillar of cargo and luggage load capacity. Determine the combined weight of available cargo and luggage load capacity is also important loading...
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Example 2 Example 3 Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg) Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer to your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating 5-21
Example 2 Example 3 Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg) Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight @ 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer to your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating 5-21
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... by the vehicle warranty. This can also shorten the life of control and a crash. Repairs would not be covered by the final stage manufacturer. A vehicle specific Certification label is not present. The GVWR includes the weight of the driver's door. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle's capacity weight. This could...
... by the vehicle warranty. This can also shorten the life of control and a crash. Repairs would not be covered by the final stage manufacturer. A vehicle specific Certification label is not present. The GVWR includes the weight of the driver's door. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle's capacity weight. This could...
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... ...6-3 California Proposition 65 Warning ...6-4 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...6-4 Doing Your Own Service Work ...6-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...6-5 Fuel ...6-5 Gasoline Octane ...6-6 Gasoline Specifications (U.S. Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Cooling System ...Engine Coolant ...Engine Overheating ...Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...Power Steering Fluid ...Windshield Washer Fluid ...Brakes ...Battery ...Jump...
... ...6-3 California Proposition 65 Warning ...6-4 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...6-4 Doing Your Own Service Work ...6-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...6-5 Fuel ...6-5 Gasoline Octane ...6-6 Gasoline Specifications (U.S. Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Cooling System ...Engine Coolant ...Engine Overheating ...Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...Power Steering Fluid ...Windshield Washer Fluid ...Brakes ...Battery ...Jump...
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... Fuses ...6-103 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...6-103 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...6-103 Underhood Fuse Block ...6-103 Rear Underseat Fuse Block ...6-106 Capacities and Specifications ...6-111 Buying New Tires ...Different Size Tires and Wheels ...Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...Wheel Replacement ...Tire Chains ...If a Tire Goes...
... Fuses ...6-103 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...6-103 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...6-103 Underhood Fuse Block ...6-103 Rear Underseat Fuse Block ...6-106 Capacities and Specifications ...6-111 Buying New Tires ...Different Size Tires and Wheels ...Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...Wheel Replacement ...Tire Chains ...If a Tire Goes...
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... as possible. If the octane is heard when using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher, the engine needs service. Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only) At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States or CAN/ CGSB‐3.5 or 3.511 in Canada. See Additives on page 6 ‑ 7 for additional...
... as possible. If the octane is heard when using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher, the engine needs service. Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only) At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States or CAN/ CGSB‐3.5 or 3.511 in Canada. See Additives on page 6 ‑ 7 for additional...
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If this fuel is designed to operate on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance might be added to the fuel. To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean and avoid problems due to ... operate satisfactorily on fuels that help clean deposits from forming, allowing the emission control system to be affected. If this occurs, return to meet California specifications. For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, one bottle of additive required to your dealer. 6-7
If this fuel is designed to operate on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance might be added to the fuel. To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean and avoid problems due to ... operate satisfactorily on fuels that help clean deposits from forming, allowing the emission control system to be affected. If this occurs, return to meet California specifications. For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, one bottle of additive required to your dealer. 6-7
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... low emissions can contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); Some gasolines that you use these gasolines, if they comply with the specifications described earlier. If this occurs, return to your area. Do not use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. It can...
... low emissions can contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); Some gasolines that you use these gasolines, if they comply with the specifications described earlier. If this occurs, return to your area. Do not use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. It can...
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... Oil on page 6‑15. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: . See "Checking Engine Oil" and "When to the proper specification and of View). E. G. H. Engine Oil Dipstick. K. Always use engine oil approved to Add Engine Oil" in this section. See "Selecting the Right Engine Oil" in...
... Oil on page 6‑15. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: . See "Checking Engine Oil" and "When to the proper specification and of View). E. G. H. Engine Oil Dipstick. K. Always use engine oil approved to Add Engine Oil" in this section. See "Selecting the Right Engine Oil" in...