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2013 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys... Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-10 Maintenance ...8-11 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-16 Engine Exhaust ...9-24 Automatic Transmission ...9-25 Manual Transmission ...9-28 Drive Systems ...9-29 Brakes ...9-29 Ride Control Systems ...9-34 Cruise Control ...9-39 Driver Assistance Systems ...9-50 Fuel ...9-64 Towing ...9-70 Conversions...
2013 Cadillac ATS Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys... Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-10 Maintenance ...8-11 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-16 Engine Exhaust ...9-24 Automatic Transmission ...9-25 Manual Transmission ...9-28 Drive Systems ...9-29 Brakes ...9-29 Ride Control Systems ...9-34 Cruise Control ...9-39 Driver Assistance Systems ...9-50 Fuel ...9-64 Towing ...9-70 Conversions...
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... Horn on page 3‑8 (If Equipped). 21. Heated Front Seats on page 5‑4. 19. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑25 or Manual Transmission on page 8‑10. 2. Air Vents on page 9‑28 (If Equipped). Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 8‑5. 10.... See the infotainment manual. 8. Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Base) on page 8‑1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Uplevel)...
... Horn on page 3‑8 (If Equipped). 21. Heated Front Seats on page 5‑4. 19. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑25 or Manual Transmission on page 8‑10. 2. Air Vents on page 9‑28 (If Equipped). Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 8‑5. 10.... See the infotainment manual. 8. Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Base) on page 8‑1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Uplevel)...
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Electric Parking Brake (If Equipped, Manual Transmission). See Parking Brake (Electric) on page 9‑30 or Parking Brake (Manual) on page 9‑37. 25. See Driver Mode Control on page 9‑33. 24. Press to lock all doors, depending on the vehicle personalization settings... unlock the doors from the vehicle. Press the key release button near the bottom of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. L : Press and release one time to remove the key. Traction Control System (TCS) on page 6‑6. MODE Button. Instrument Panel Storage on your ...
Electric Parking Brake (If Equipped, Manual Transmission). See Parking Brake (Electric) on page 9‑30 or Parking Brake (Manual) on page 9‑37. 25. See Driver Mode Control on page 9‑33. 24. Press to lock all doors, depending on the vehicle personalization settings... unlock the doors from the vehicle. Press the key release button near the bottom of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. L : Press and release one time to remove the key. Traction Control System (TCS) on page 6‑6. MODE Button. Instrument Panel Storage on your ...
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..., and when the parking brake is on the end of the turn the rear passenger reading lamps on manual transmission vehicles. HI: Use for slow wipes. 5 : Turns on and off the exterior lamps. See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1 and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...
..., and when the parking brake is on the end of the turn the rear passenger reading lamps on manual transmission vehicles. HI: Use for slow wipes. 5 : Turns on and off the exterior lamps. See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1 and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...
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... Shift Control (DSC) or Tap Shift Vehicles equipped with DSC allow shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever, or the tap shift controls on page 8‑5. Fan Control 3. Recirculation See Dual Automatic Climate Control System (... (if equipped). Uplevel 1. Rear Window Defogger 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped) 5. OFF (Fan) 4. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2. Defrost 7. See Manual Mode on page 9‑26.
... Shift Control (DSC) or Tap Shift Vehicles equipped with DSC allow shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever, or the tap shift controls on page 8‑5. Fan Control 3. Recirculation See Dual Automatic Climate Control System (... (if equipped). Uplevel 1. Rear Window Defogger 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped) 5. OFF (Fan) 4. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2. Defrost 7. See Manual Mode on page 9‑26.
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... driver seat and outside mirrors to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. then press and hold "1," "2," or B to the desired positions for service. The ignition must be in ON/RUN/START, and the transmission must be in OFF before the ...There is set for a second driver using "2." Remove the obstruction; Storing Memory Positions To save positions to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a manual transmission). Press and hold SET and "1" at the same time until a beep sounds. 3. If something has blocked...
... driver seat and outside mirrors to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. then press and hold "1," "2," or B to the desired positions for service. The ignition must be in ON/RUN/START, and the transmission must be in OFF before the ...There is set for a second driver using "2." Remove the obstruction; Storing Memory Positions To save positions to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a manual transmission). Press and hold SET and "1" at the same time until a beep sounds. 3. If something has blocked...
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Select Off or On. Select Off or On. If Off is shifted out of P (Park) (automatic transmission) or at 13 km/h (8 mph) (manual transmission). Power Door Locks Select Power Door Locks and the following will be turned on or off. On some vehicles select Off, ..., Normal Sensitivity, or Low Sensitivity. Adaptive Forward Lighting This allows the selection of the doors will keep the driver door from the ignition (manual transmission). On some vehicles select Left Hand Traffic, Right Hand Traffic, or Automatic (GPS). Adaptive High Beam This allows the vehicle locator lights to...
Select Off or On. Select Off or On. If Off is shifted out of P (Park) (automatic transmission) or at 13 km/h (8 mph) (manual transmission). Power Door Locks Select Power Door Locks and the following will be turned on or off. On some vehicles select Off, ..., Normal Sensitivity, or Low Sensitivity. Adaptive Forward Lighting This allows the selection of the doors will keep the driver door from the ignition (manual transmission). On some vehicles select Left Hand Traffic, Right Hand Traffic, or Automatic (GPS). Adaptive High Beam This allows the vehicle locator lights to...
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...enough and there is released on . In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) on automatic transmission vehicles, and when the parking brake is no other traffic present. ; (Parking Lamps): ... AUTO (Automatic): Automatically turns the exterior lamps on ...to allow for best system performance. The blue high-beam on light appears on the instrument cluster when the high beams are on manual transmission vehicles. Driving with the turn and lane-change lever in the instrument cluster when the automatic high-beam system is a sensor near...
...enough and there is released on . In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) on automatic transmission vehicles, and when the parking brake is no other traffic present. ; (Parking Lamps): ... AUTO (Automatic): Automatically turns the exterior lamps on ...to allow for best system performance. The blue high-beam on light appears on the instrument cluster when the high beams are on manual transmission vehicles. Driving with the turn and lane-change lever in the instrument cluster when the automatic high-beam system is a sensor near...
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...Limits ...9-11 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking ...Parking over Things That Burn ... 9-21 9-21 9-22 9-23 9-23 Parking Brake (Manual) ...9-33 Brake Assist ...9-33 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-34 Ride...Braking System ...Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ...9-50 9-51 9-55 9-55 9-58 9-60 9-62 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission ...9-28 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-29 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Starting the Engine ...Engine Heater ...9-16...
...Limits ...9-11 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking ...Parking over Things That Burn ... 9-21 9-21 9-22 9-23 9-23 Parking Brake (Manual) ...9-33 Brake Assist ...9-33 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-34 Ride...Braking System ...Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ...9-50 9-51 9-55 9-55 9-58 9-60 9-62 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission ...9-28 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-29 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Starting the Engine ...Engine Heater ...9-16...
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... rule applies at all times, not just during the first 2 414 km (1,500 mi). New brake linings also need a break-in the long run. With a manual transmission, shift to brake or slow the vehicle when the engine speed will be higher than normal during the break-in high gear at any one...
... rule applies at all times, not just during the first 2 414 km (1,500 mi). New brake linings also need a break-in the long run. With a manual transmission, shift to brake or slow the vehicle when the engine speed will be higher than normal during the break-in high gear at any one...
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...42. The vehicle may deplete power assist, requiring increased brake pedal force. 2. If this happens, the vehicle may not release with a manual transmission. If the vehicle must be done while the vehicle is stopped, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to start . See Retained Accessory... in an emergency: 1. If the vehicle is moving . Shift the vehicle to a complete stop. Turn the ignition to a safe location. 3. Manual Transmission If the vehicle is not in the Driver Information Center (DIC). If this does not work, the vehicle needs service. Do not turn OFF,...
...42. The vehicle may deplete power assist, requiring increased brake pedal force. 2. If this happens, the vehicle may not release with a manual transmission. If the vehicle must be done while the vehicle is stopped, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to start . See Retained Accessory... in an emergency: 1. If the vehicle is moving . Shift the vehicle to a complete stop. Turn the ignition to a safe location. 3. Manual Transmission If the vehicle is not in the Driver Information Center (DIC). If this does not work, the vehicle needs service. Do not turn OFF,...
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...Vehicle with the transmitter, the Driver Information Center (DIC) will not start the engine. Driving and Operating 9-19 Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the keyless access transmitter needs replacing, a DIC message displays. Hold the clutch pedal down to P (Park) only when the vehicle ...: If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. To restart the vehicle when it . Manual Transmission The shift lever should be in Neutral and the parking brake engaged. If the vehicle has the keyless access system, the transmitter must...
...Vehicle with the transmitter, the Driver Information Center (DIC) will not start the engine. Driving and Operating 9-19 Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the keyless access transmitter needs replacing, a DIC message displays. Hold the clutch pedal down to P (Park) only when the vehicle ...: If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. To restart the vehicle when it . Manual Transmission The shift lever should be in Neutral and the parking brake engaged. If the vehicle has the keyless access system, the transmitter must...
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See Parking Brake (Electric) on page 9‑30 or Parking Brake (Manual) on page 9‑70. Parking over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Release the parking brake. Press the shift lever button. 5. ... the wheels toward the curb for a downhill slope, or away from P (Park), consult your dealer or a professional towing service. 9-23 Parking If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before getting out of the vehicle, move from the curb for an uphill slope. Once the shift lever has been placed into R (Reverse) if parking...
See Parking Brake (Electric) on page 9‑30 or Parking Brake (Manual) on page 9‑70. Parking over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Release the parking brake. Press the shift lever button. 5. ... the wheels toward the curb for a downhill slope, or away from P (Park), consult your dealer or a professional towing service. 9-23 Parking If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before getting out of the vehicle, move from the curb for an uphill slope. Once the shift lever has been placed into R (Reverse) if parking...
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See Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) on page 9‑21 and Engine Exhaust on page 9‑70. The exhaust system leaks due to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. The ... such as a garage or a building that are not completely sealed. If the vehicle is suspected that may enter the vehicle if: . If the vehicle has a manual transmission, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑24. The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different. If unusual fumes are holes or openings...
See Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) on page 9‑21 and Engine Exhaust on page 9‑70. The exhaust system leaks due to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. The ... such as a garage or a building that are not completely sealed. If the vehicle is suspected that may enter the vehicle if: . If the vehicle has a manual transmission, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑24. The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different. If unusual fumes are holes or openings...
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...slowly let up on the clutch pedal, then press it is suggested to gain more traction on page 9‑37. Manual Transmission If the vehicle has a manual transmission, the shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. 2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal ...Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 6 (Sixth): Shift into 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 6 (Sixth) the same as 2 (Second). The transmission will appear. If shifting is prevented for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). See Driver Mode Control on slippery surfaces. 9-28 Driving...
...slowly let up on the clutch pedal, then press it is suggested to gain more traction on page 9‑37. Manual Transmission If the vehicle has a manual transmission, the shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. 2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal ...Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 6 (Sixth): Shift into 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 6 (Sixth) the same as 2 (Second). The transmission will appear. If shifting is prevented for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). See Driver Mode Control on slippery surfaces. 9-28 Driving...
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If one of you get a foot up ahead to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. Just hold the brake pedal down . Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission This can help more than any driver could. If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to steer and brake at each wheel, ...
If one of you get a foot up ahead to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. Just hold the brake pedal down . Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission This can help more than any driver could. If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to steer and brake at each wheel, ...
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The switch for the EPB is on the center console for vehicles with a manual transmission, or on the left side of the instrument panel for vehicles with reduced functionality. See Brake System Messages on page 5‑19. Before leaving the ... partially applied or released, or there is not running. Do not drive the vehicle if the parking brake status light is operating with an automatic transmission. If the light does not come on , the EPB has detected an internal error, or a fault in another system, and is flashing.
The switch for the EPB is on the center console for vehicles with a manual transmission, or on the left side of the instrument panel for vehicles with reduced functionality. See Brake System Messages on page 5‑19. Before leaving the ... partially applied or released, or there is not running. Do not drive the vehicle if the parking brake status light is operating with an automatic transmission. If the light does not come on , the EPB has detected an internal error, or a fault in another system, and is flashing.
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... roll back is desired, an applied EPB will allow both feet to be used for the clutch and accelerator pedals in preparation for vehicles with a manual transmission taking off .
... roll back is desired, an applied EPB will allow both feet to be used for the clutch and accelerator pedals in preparation for vehicles with a manual transmission taking off .
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... km/h (13 mph), see your dealer for information on and the Notice: Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is required. Manual Transmission TCS/ StabiliTrak Button Shown, Automatic Transmission TCS/ StabiliTrak Button Similar 9-35 system will automatically disengage. Driving should be damaged. Start the engine. Press and release g again to turn...
... km/h (13 mph), see your dealer for information on and the Notice: Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is required. Manual Transmission TCS/ StabiliTrak Button Shown, Automatic Transmission TCS/ StabiliTrak Button Similar 9-35 system will automatically disengage. Driving should be damaged. Start the engine. Press and release g again to turn...
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..., and mode selected, the suspension, steering, and powertrain will change calibrations StabiliTrak Off Light TCS Off Light Manual Transmission Mode Button Shown, Automatic Transmission Mode Button Similar The Driver Mode Control has three modes: Tour, Sport, and Snow/Ice. This system ... g again to add a sportier feel, provide a more comfortable ride, or assist in the instrument cluster. Manual Transmission TCS/ StabiliTrak Button Shown, Automatic Transmission TCS/ StabiliTrak Button Similar Driver Mode Control Driver Mode Control attempts to turn both systems back on page 9‑...
..., and mode selected, the suspension, steering, and powertrain will change calibrations StabiliTrak Off Light TCS Off Light Manual Transmission Mode Button Shown, Automatic Transmission Mode Button Similar The Driver Mode Control has three modes: Tour, Sport, and Snow/Ice. This system ... g again to add a sportier feel, provide a more comfortable ride, or assist in the instrument cluster. Manual Transmission TCS/ StabiliTrak Button Shown, Automatic Transmission TCS/ StabiliTrak Button Similar Driver Mode Control Driver Mode Control attempts to turn both systems back on page 9‑...