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2013 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 ... Information Displays ...5-28 Vehicle Messages ...5-34 Vehicle Personalization ...5-45 Universal Remote System ...5-51 Lighting ...6-1 Exterior Lighting ...6-1 Interior Lighting ...6-6 Lighting Features ...6-8 Infotainment System ...7-1 Introduction ...7-1 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-11 Maintenance ...8-12 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information...
2013 Cadillac XTS Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 ... Information Displays ...5-28 Vehicle Messages ...5-34 Vehicle Personalization ...5-45 Universal Remote System ...5-51 Lighting ...6-1 Exterior Lighting ...6-1 Interior Lighting ...6-6 Lighting Features ...6-8 Infotainment System ...7-1 Introduction ...7-1 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-11 Maintenance ...8-12 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information...
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... this owner manual. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your Litho in injury or death. © 2012 General Motors LLC. Please refer to the purchase documentation... not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and XTS are options that could result in U.S.A. iii Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, ...
... this owner manual. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your Litho in injury or death. © 2012 General Motors LLC. Please refer to the purchase documentation... not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and XTS are options that could result in U.S.A. iii Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, ...
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Vehicle Features Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Infotainment System ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System ...Lane Departure ... Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Trunk ...Windows ...Seat Adjustment ...Memory Features ...Second Row Seats ...Heated and Ventilated Seats ...Head Restraint Adjustment ...Safety Belts ...Passenger Sensing System ...1-4 1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-6 1-7 1-7 1-8 1-8 1-8 1-9 Mirror Adjustment ...
Vehicle Features Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Infotainment System ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System ...Lane Departure ... Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Trunk ...Windows ...Seat Adjustment ...Memory Features ...Second Row Seats ...Heated and Ventilated Seats ...Head Restraint Adjustment ...Safety Belts ...Passenger Sensing System ...1-4 1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-6 1-7 1-7 1-8 1-8 1-8 1-9 Mirror Adjustment ...
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...the vehicle. 1-4 In Brief Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be found later in this feature the engine can be used to lock and unlock the doors from up to unlock the driver door or ... the vehicle personalization settings. For more detailed information, refer to lock all doors depending on your specific vehicle. Q: K: Press to each of the features which can be locked and the climate control system may be used for a 10-minute time extension. L : Press and release one time to ...
...the vehicle. 1-4 In Brief Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be found later in this feature the engine can be used to lock and unlock the doors from up to unlock the driver door or ... the vehicle personalization settings. For more detailed information, refer to lock all doors depending on your specific vehicle. Q: K: Press to each of the features which can be locked and the climate control system may be used for a 10-minute time extension. L : Press and release one time to ...
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... the seatback: . These manually stored positions are referred to as RKE Memory positions. These automatically stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions. Memory Features See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑11. Tilt the top of the control rearward to raise. .
... the seatback: . These manually stored positions are referred to as RKE Memory positions. These automatically stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions. Memory Features See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑11. Tilt the top of the control rearward to raise. .
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... the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3‑43. See Folding Mirrors on page 2‑19. ) to view the area behind . The dimming feature comes on the overhead console when the vehicle is started . The mirror will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under...
... the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3‑43. See Folding Mirrors on page 2‑19. ) to view the area behind . The dimming feature comes on the overhead console when the vehicle is started . The mirror will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under...
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g: For vehicles with OnStar® or a Bluetooth® system, press to talk or interact with this feature have indicators on page 14‑1 or "Bluetooth" in the separate infotainment manual. Tap the left control to downshift, and the right control to ...indicates the gear the vehicle is in M (Manual Mode). In Brief 1-15 Transmission Automatic Transmission Tap Shift Tap Shift allows the driver to upshift. Vehicle Features Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be in . The controls are on page 9‑24.
g: For vehicles with OnStar® or a Bluetooth® system, press to talk or interact with this feature have indicators on page 14‑1 or "Bluetooth" in the separate infotainment manual. Tap the left control to downshift, and the right control to ...indicates the gear the vehicle is in M (Manual Mode). In Brief 1-15 Transmission Automatic Transmission Tap Shift Tap Shift allows the driver to upshift. Vehicle Features Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be in . The controls are on page 9‑24.
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..., the ignition must be in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in ). Press and release the rear of ~ to Comfort Stop Feature: This feature stops the sunroof from opening fully. In Brief 1-19 Universal Remote System Read the instructions completely before attempting to activate devices such as garage... the sunroof to close the vent. See Universal Remote System on page 9‑19. 1. 2. ~ Sunroof Switch Q Sunshade Switch Sunroof Switch Vent Feature: Press and hold the rear of ~ to open approximately 38 cm (15 in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) to vent the sunroof. See Ignition ...
..., the ignition must be in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in ). Press and release the rear of ~ to Comfort Stop Feature: This feature stops the sunroof from opening fully. In Brief 1-19 Universal Remote System Read the instructions completely before attempting to activate devices such as garage... the sunroof to close the vent. See Universal Remote System on page 9‑19. 1. 2. ~ Sunroof Switch Q Sunshade Switch Sunroof Switch Vent Feature: Press and hold the rear of ~ to open approximately 38 cm (15 in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) to vent the sunroof. See Ignition ...
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... the center stack until i and g come on . See StabiliTrak® System on page 5‑42. If the sunshade is not fully open when the comfort feature is displayed. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 2‑24. See Sunroof on page 9‑28. See Ride Control System Messages on in difficult...
... the center stack until i and g come on . See StabiliTrak® System on page 5‑42. If the sunshade is not fully open when the comfort feature is displayed. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 2‑24. See Sunroof on page 9‑28. See Ride Control System Messages on in difficult...
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...press from the driver door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed again within range of the windows. / (Remote Start): For vehicles with this feature, there will unlock. L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. The RKE transmitter must be programmed to unlock... . See Vehicle Alarm System on page 5‑45. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times. If the vehicle has this feature, press and release Q and then Immediately press and hold / for at least two seconds to start the engine from the Driver Door When ...
...press from the driver door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed again within range of the windows. / (Remote Start): For vehicles with this feature, there will unlock. L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. The RKE transmitter must be programmed to unlock... . See Vehicle Alarm System on page 5‑45. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times. If the vehicle has this feature, press and release Q and then Immediately press and hold / for at least two seconds to start the engine from the Driver Door When ...
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... remain in range. When the vehicle is turned on page 2‑10. If at least one recognized transmitter. Temporarily disable the locking feature by pressing and holding the power door K switch for selecting whether the doors automatically lock during normal vehicle exit. The vehicle can have...doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is in the vehicle interior. Passive Locking If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this feature allows for several seconds with a door open the trunk when the RKE transmitter is within range of the transmitters, both currently recognized ...
... remain in range. When the vehicle is turned on page 2‑10. If at least one recognized transmitter. Temporarily disable the locking feature by pressing and holding the power door K switch for selecting whether the doors automatically lock during normal vehicle exit. The vehicle can have...doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is in the vehicle interior. Passive Locking If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this feature allows for several seconds with a door open the trunk when the RKE transmitter is within range of the transmitters, both currently recognized ...
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Place the recognized transmitter(s) in the transmitter pocket. 5. The transmitter pocket is not available in Canada. See Door Locks on page 2‑10. This feature is inside the center console storage area between the driver and front passenger seats. 3. The vehicle must be off and all additional transmitters are no ...
Place the recognized transmitter(s) in the transmitter pocket. 5. The transmitter pocket is not available in Canada. See Door Locks on page 2‑10. This feature is inside the center console storage area between the driver and front passenger seats. 3. The vehicle must be off and all additional transmitters are no ...
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Remote Vehicle Start If available, this feature allows the engine to separate the two halves of the key blade to be on during remote start. Use the oval base of the transmitter. 3. ...
Remote Vehicle Start If available, this feature allows the engine to separate the two halves of the key blade to be on during remote start. Use the oval base of the transmitter. 3. ...
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... vehicle has been running . For example, some local communities may restrict the use the remote start can affect the performance of fuel. The remote start feature. Press the brake pedal and select the ON/RUN/START ignition mode to drive the vehicle. Q on the hazard warning flashers. Canceling a Remote Start To...
... vehicle has been running . For example, some local communities may restrict the use the remote start can affect the performance of fuel. The remote start feature. Press the brake pedal and select the ON/RUN/START ignition mode to drive the vehicle. Q on the hazard warning flashers. Canceling a Remote Start To...
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... locks can also be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). Q (Lock): Press to override this feature and lock the doors immediately. 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Delayed Locking This feature delays the actual locking of P (Park). When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch, while...five seconds have elapsed, the five-second timer will reset once all the doors are closed , the ignition is moved out of the doors. This feature can be programmed. Press Q on the door lock switch again or press Q on , and the shift lever is on the RKE transmitter to ...
... locks can also be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). Q (Lock): Press to override this feature and lock the doors immediately. 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Delayed Locking This feature delays the actual locking of P (Park). When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch, while...five seconds have elapsed, the five-second timer will reset once all the doors are closed , the ignition is moved out of the doors. This feature can be programmed. Press Q on the door lock switch again or press Q on , and the shift lever is on the RKE transmitter to ...
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...Locks The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When this feature is off with the RKE transmitter in the switch will illuminate when activated. See Power Windows on page 5‑45. If the vehicle ... menu will unlock after closing all doors to activate the safety locks on the power door lock switch. The driver door must be available. This feature can be programmed. Press v { to remain locked. Press v { again to deactivate the safety locks. Release the handle, then press the safety ...
...Locks The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When this feature is off with the RKE transmitter in the switch will illuminate when activated. See Power Windows on page 5‑45. If the vehicle ... menu will unlock after closing all doors to activate the safety locks on the power door lock switch. The driver door must be available. This feature can be programmed. Press v { to remain locked. Press v { again to deactivate the safety locks. Release the handle, then press the safety ...
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... the alarm is opened without first unlocking with the transmitter. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident: . Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; Lock the vehicle using the transmitter, or start the vehicle with the transmitter after Q is pressed again, the alarm system will arm, and the indicator...
... the alarm is opened without first unlocking with the transmitter. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident: . Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; Lock the vehicle using the transmitter, or start the vehicle with the transmitter after Q is pressed again, the alarm system will arm, and the indicator...
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... rearview mirror. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on the mirror housings. The dimming feature comes on the mirror housings. The light will flash when a turn signal indicator on page 9‑52. Push the mirror outward to return it to...
... rearview mirror. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on the mirror housings. The dimming feature comes on the mirror housings. The light will flash when a turn signal indicator on page 9‑52. Push the mirror outward to return it to...
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... after the window is held. Pull the power window switch up until the window is in its path. Repeat the process for the express-up feature to work. Weather conditions such as the switch is completely closed . 4. Before you use express override, make sure that all doors. 2. To... may also cause the window to auto-reverse. Once the switch is released, the express mode is now reprogrammed. Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature If any object is fully open. 3. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery. Press and hold the power window switch until...
... after the window is held. Pull the power window switch up until the window is in its path. Repeat the process for the express-up feature to work. Weather conditions such as the switch is completely closed . 4. Before you use express override, make sure that all doors. 2. To... may also cause the window to auto-reverse. Once the switch is released, the express mode is now reprogrammed. Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature If any object is fully open. 3. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery. Press and hold the power window switch until...
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... the driver position. Pressing " again will then lower fully. Sun Visors This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating, except from Outside the Vehicle The vehicle may be equipped with a remote venting window feature. The windows will cause window movement to hold the button for three seconds. The... indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated. This feature may not be turned off by your dealer. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window, or...
... the driver position. Pressing " again will then lower fully. Sun Visors This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating, except from Outside the Vehicle The vehicle may be equipped with a remote venting window feature. The windows will cause window movement to hold the button for three seconds. The... indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated. This feature may not be turned off by your dealer. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window, or...