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    i The 2003 Cadillac CTS Owne r ’ s Manual 1 - 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properl y . It also explains the air bag system. 2 - 1 Featu r es and Cont r ols This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. 3 - 1 Comfort Cont r ols and Audio Systems This section tells you ho ...

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    ii GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest & W reath are registered trademarks and the name CTS is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. W e reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in ...

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    iii How to Use this Manual Many people read their owne r ’ s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickl y . Safety W arnings and Symbols ...

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    iv V ehicle Damage W arnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty , and it could be costly . But the notice will tell you what to ...

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    v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: ...

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    1- 1-1 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly . Y ou can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1 - 2 Seats and Seat Controls 1 - 10 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 1 - 15 Here Are Questions Many Peopl ...

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    1-2 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the power seats -- how to adjust them, and also about the reclining front seatbacks, memory seats, lumbar adjustments and heated seats. T wo-W ay Manual Passenger Seat Lift the bar under the front of the seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar . Try to move ...

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    1-3 Memory Seat and Mirrors (If Equipped) This feature allows you to program and recall memory settings for the driver ’ s seating and outside rearview mirror driving positions for up to two drivers. The buttons for this feature are located on the driver ’ s door armrest. Use the following steps to program the buttons: 1. Adjust the driver ’ ...

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    1-4 T wo personalized exit positions can also be programmed. Use the following steps to program exit positions: 1. Press memory seat button 1 or the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter with the number 1 on the back to recall the drive position. 2. Adjust the driver ’ s seat to the desired exit position. 3. Press ...

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    1-5 Heated Front Seats (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with heated front seats, the buttons are located on the climate control panel. There is a button for the driver and one for the front passenger . Each button has the following three settings: LO, HI and off. The active setting appears on the climate control panel display . The LO sett ...

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    1-6 Reclining Front Seatbacks Manual Recliner If your vehicle has manual reclining front seatbacks, the levers are located on the outboard sides of the front seats. Lift the lever to release the seatback, then move the seatback to where you want it. Release the lever to lock the seatback in place. T o return the seatback to the upright position, pu ...

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    1-7 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re r eclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other i ...

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    1-8 Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The front seat head restraints move up and down. Press the button located at the bottom of the head restraint to raise or lower the head restraint. The head restraints tilt ...

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    1-9 2. There is a tab located on the outboard sides of the seatback. Pull forward on the tab to unlock the seatback. 3. Fold the seatback down. This will allow you direct access to the trunk. 4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to fold down the other seatback. CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could ...

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    1-10 T o return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it back into place. 2. Reconnect the center safety belt latch plate to the buckle as shown. 3. Make sure the seatback is locked into place by pushing and pulling on it. 4. Repeat Steps 1 and 3 for the other seatback. When the seatback is not in ...

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    1-1 1 CAUTION: It is extremely danger ous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas ar e more likely to be seriously injur ed or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat a ...

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    1-12 Why Safety Belts W ork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. T ake the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’ s just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it. ...

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    1-13 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... ...

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    1-14 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! W ith safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Y ou get more time to stop. Y ou stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’ s why safety belts make such good sense. ...

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    1-15 Here Ar e Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: W on’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: Y ou could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and af ...

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    1-16 How to W ear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules for ...

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    1-17 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. T o m ...

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    1-18 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder belt should fit against your body . ...

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    1-19 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be ther e, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt i ...

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    1-20 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury . Also, the belt would apply t ...

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    1-21 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact for ces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly , or ask your dealer to fix it. ...

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    1-22 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way . Before you close the door , be sure the belt is out of the way . If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupa ...

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    1-23 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother . When a safety belt is worn properly , it’ s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly . Right Front Passenger Position T o learn how to wear the right front passenger ? ...

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    1-24 Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Y our vehicle has six air bags: A frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger , a seat - mounted side impact air bag for the driver and another for the right front passenger , a roof - mounted side impact air bag for the ...

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    1-25 CAUTION: (Continued) Frontal air bags for the driver and right fr ont passenger ar e designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the fr ont of your vehicle hits something. They aren’t designed to inflate at all in rollover , rear or low - speed frontal crashes, or in many side crashes. And, for unrestrained occupants, frontal a ...

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    1-26 CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’ s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Y oung children and infan ...

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    1-27 How the Air Bag Systems W ork Where ar e the air bags? The driver ’ s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger ’ s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger ’ s side. ...

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    1-28 The driver ’ s seat - mounted side impact air bag is in the side of the driver ’ s seatback closest to the door . The right front passenger ’ s seat - mounted side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger ’ s seatback closest to the door . ...

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    1-29 The side impact air bag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver is in the ceiling above the side windows. The side impact air bag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger is in the ceiling above the side windows ...

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    1-30 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing sever e injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear . Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering whe ...

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    1-31 If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car , the threshold level will be higher . The driver ’ s and right front passenger ’ s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant. The side impact air bags are des ...

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    1-32 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distr ...

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    1-33 CAUTION: When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air . This dust could cause breathing pr oblems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing tr ouble. T o avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing pr oblems but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag infla ...

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    1-34 NOTICE: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger ’ s air bag, or the air bag covering on the driver’s and right fr ont passenger’ s seatback, or the side impact air bag covering on the ceiling near the side windows, the bag may not work properly . Y ou may have to replace the air bag module in the steeri ...

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    1-35 Adding Equipment to Y our Air Bag-Equipped V ehicle Q: If I add a luggage carrier or sunroof to the r oof of my vehicle, will it keep the roof - mounted side impact air bags from working pr operly? A: As long as the luggage carrier or sunroof is properly installed so that the vehicle’ s basic structure isn’t changed, it’ s not likely to ...

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    1-36 Rear Seat Passengers It’ s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehic ...

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    1-37 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on ...

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    1-38 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shoul ...

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    1-39 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each o ...

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    1-40 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt with the guide on top. ...

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    1-41 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder . T o remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage cl ...

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    1-42 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 - lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 - lb. (1 10 kg) force on a person’ s ar ...

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    1-43 CAUTION: Children who ar e up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young childr en and infants. Neither the vehicle’ s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them ...

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    1-44 Q: What are the differ ent types of add - on child restraints? A: Add - on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’ s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’ s weight, height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible ...

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    1-45 CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’ s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’ s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’ s abdomen. In a crash, t ...

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    1-46 A rear - facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward - facing child seat (C - E) provides restraint for the child’ s body with the harness and also sometimes with ...

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    1-47 A booster seat (F - G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’ s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner , and some high - back booster seats have a five - point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window . Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint s ...

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    1-48 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. Y ou may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the ...

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    1-49 T op Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether .” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap - equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored. Others require the top strap al ...

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    1-50 Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. If you have an adjustable head restraint, route the top strap under it. Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child ...

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    1-51 Lower Anchorages and T op T ethers for Children (LA TCH System) Y our vehicle has the LA TCH system. Y ou’ll find anchors (A) in the rear seat outboard passenger positions. T o assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LA TCH system will have the LA TCH symbol on the seatbacks ab ...

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    1-52 A. V ehicle anchor B. LA TCH system attachment points W ith this system, use the LA TCH system instead of the vehicle’ s safety belts to secure a child restraint. CAUTION: If a LA TCH - type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting ther e. In a crash, the child could b ...

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    1-53 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LA TCH System 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. The child restraint instructions w ...

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    1-54 T ilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’ s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. ...

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    1-55 4. T o tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. T o r ...

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    1-56 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LA TCH system, see “Lower Anchorages and T op T ethers for Children (LA TCH)” in the Index. Y our vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear - facing child restraint in this seat. Here’ s why: CAUTION: A child in a ...

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    1-57 If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’ s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. T o tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. Y ou ...

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    1-58 Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’ s safety belts. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap - shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt ...

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    1-59 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two childr en are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spr ead the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injur ed. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap - shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulde ...

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    1-60 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap - shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way , in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’ s force would then be applied right on the child’ s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Th ...

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    1-61 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’ s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender . It’ s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear , so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for ...

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    1-62 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly pr otect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. T o help make sure your r estraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and ...

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    2- 2-1 Section 2 Featur es and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. 2 - 2 W indows 2 - 5 Key ...

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    2-2 Windows CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be over come by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat str oke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather . ...

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    2-3 Power Windows The power window switches are located on the armrest near each window . Press the up or down arrows on the switches to raise or lower the windows. Y our vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off for up to 10 minutes. For more information, see “Retain ...

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    2-4 Anti - Pinch Feature If a hand, an arm or another object is above the middle of the window and is in the path of the window when the express - up feature is active, the window will stop at the obstruction and express - open to a preset factory position. CAUTION: Pressing and holding the power window contr ol will turn off the anti - pinch featu ...

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    2-5 Keys CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many r easons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children. ...

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    2-6 One key works all of the lock cylinders on the vehicle. Y our vehicle has an Immobilizer vehicle theft system. The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’ s steering column. If a replacement key or any additional key is needed, you must purchase it from your dealer . The key will have PK3+ stamped on it. K ...

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    2-7 Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially childr en -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. Y ou increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the ...

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    2-8 Central Door Unlocking System Y our vehicle has a central door unlocking feature. When unlocking the driver ’ s door, you can unlock the other doors by holding the key in the turned position for a few seconds or by quickly turning the key twice in the lock cylinder . Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the front door ...

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    2-9 Automatic Door Locks If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, your vehicle is programmed so that when the doors are closed, the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved out of P ARK (P), all the doors will lock. The doors will unlock every time you stop the vehicle and move the shift lever back into P ARK (P). If your vehicle has a man ...

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    2-10 When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following: 1. Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter , the front door power lock switch or by lifting the rear door manual lock. 2. Then open the door from the outside. T o cancel the rear door security lock, do the following: 1. Unlock the door and open ...

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    2-1 1 Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try t ...

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    2-12 (Unlock): When you press this symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter , the driver ’ s door will unlock. This also disarms the theft - deterrent system. Press the button again to unlock the rest of the doors. Y ou can program your vehicle so that the exterior lamps will flash when you unlock the doors with the remote keyless entry tra ...

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    2-13 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years. Y ou can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’ s probably time to change the battery . NOTI ...

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    2-14 3. Insert the new battery as the instructions under the cover indicate. 4. Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moisture can enter . 5. Press any button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to resynchronize the transmitter . 6. Check the operation of the transmitter . Reconfigurable Steering Wheel Controls (SWC) This fea ...

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    2-15 2. Scroll through the menu by turning the knob. 3. When SETUP appears on the display , press the knob once to select it. 4. Scroll through the SETUP menu by turning the knob. 5. When CONFIGURE SWC KEYS appears on the display , press the knob once to select it. 6. Scroll through the buttons (1, 2, 3 or 4). When you reach the control you wish to ...

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    2-16 T runk Lid CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. Y ou can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body ...

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    2-17 If your vehicle is ever without power , you can still access the trunk area. Use one of the following procedures to open the trunk manually . If your vehicle is equipped with the rear seat pass - through door , do the following: 1. Fold the rear armrest down and open the pass - through door . See “Rear Seat Pass - Through Door” following f ...

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    2-18 Emergency T runk Release Handle NOTICE: The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk release handle could damage it. There is a glow - in - the - dark emergency trunk release handle located on the back wall of the trunk. This han ...

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    2-19 Theft V ehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft - deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However , there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’ s an easy target for joy riders or ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 88

    2-20 Theft - Deterrent System The security light is located on the instrument panel cluster . If the ignition is off and a door is open, the security light will flash, reminding you to arm the theft - deterrent system. T o arm the system, do the following: 1. Open the door . 2. Lock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter or the power d ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 89

    2-21 T esting the Alarm 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window , then get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. 2. From outside of the vehicle, with the door open, lock the vehicle using the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter and close the door . W ait approximately 30 seconds until the security light goes ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 90

    2-22 This device complies with RSS - 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an au ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 91

    2-23 Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys, only a GM dealer can service the theft - deterrent system to have new keys made. T o program additional keys you will require two current driver ’ s keys. Y ou must add a step to the following procedure. After Step 2, repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the second current driver ’ s key . Then contin ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 92

    2-24 New V ehicle “Break - In” NOTICE: Y our vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break - in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines for the first 500 miles (805 km): Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow . Do not exceed 70 mph (1 13 km/h). Don’t make full - throttle starts, also r efrain from ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 93

    2-25 NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can’t turn it, be sure you ar e using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. T urn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could br eak the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, t ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 94

    2-26 Steering Column Ignition Lock Release (Automatic T ransmission Only) If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with low voltage, you can still release the ignition lock and remove the key . Use the following procedure to release the shift lever: 1. Locate the plastic screw head on the underside of the plastic cover for the steering colum ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 95

    2-27 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The following accessories on your vehicle may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned from ON to OFF: Radio Power W indows Audio Steering Wheel Controls (if programmed) Sunroof (Option) Power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes or if a door is opened. If you want power for another 10 ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 96

    2-28 Manual T ransmission The gear selector should be in neutral and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Y our vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down -- that’ s a safety feature. 1. W ith your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to ST AR T . Then, just l ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 97

    2-29 T o Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. T urn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located on the driver ’ s side of the engine compartment near the engine oil dipstick. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. Y ou must remove the plastic cap to access the plug ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 98

    2-30 Automatic T ransmission Operation The automatic transmission shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. There are several different positions for the shift lever . P ARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It’ s the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle can’t move easily . CAUT ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 99

    2-31 Ensure the shift lever is fully in P ARK (P) before starting the engine. Y our vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. Y ou must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of P ARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever . Push the shift lev ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 100

    2-32 AUT OMA TIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. The transmission will shift down to a lower gear and have more power . NO ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 101

    2-33 SECOND (2): This position gives you even more power than THIRD (3). Y ou can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. (If the shift lever is put in SECOND (2), the transmission won’t shift into SECOND (2) until the vehicle is going slowly enough). NOTICE: If the vehicle’ s wheels can’t turn, don’t try to drive. This might ha ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 102

    2-34 3. Locate and remove the small oval cap near the forward, right side of the shifter mechanism. 4. Using a narrow , pointed tool, press down on the mechanism under the cap so that you can move the shift lever . ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 103

    2-35 Sport Mode Button (Automatic T ransmission Only) This button allows you to change the driving mode of the vehicle from the normal driving mode to a sportier driving mode. In sport mode the vehicle will have firmer shifting and increased performance. The sport mode button is located on the center console near the transmission shift lever . Pres ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 104

    2-36 Winter Driving Mode Button (Automatic T ransmission Only) This feature provides more traction during slippery conditions by using THIRD (3) gear instead of SECOND (2) when you begin to accelerate from a stopped position. The winter driving mode button is located on the center console near the transmission shift lever . Press this button once t ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 105

    2-37 Manual T ransmission Operation The following explains how to operate your vehicle’ s manual transmission. This is the shift pattern for your vehicle. FIRST (1): Press the clutch and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Y ou can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 20 ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 106

    2-38 Shift Speeds CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. Y ou could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. NOTICE: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you release the clutch pedal while downshifting, ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 107

    2-39 T o release the parking brake, pull the release lever located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster should come on. If it doesn’t, you need to have your vehicle serviced. See “Brake System W arning Light” in the Index for more infor ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 108

    2-40 Shifting Into P ARK (P) (Automatic T ransmission Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly . Y ou or others could be injured. T o be sure your vehicle won ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 109

    2-41 Leaving Y our V ehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic T ransmission Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Y our vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 110

    2-42 Shifting Out of P ARK (P) (Automatic T ransmission Only) Y our vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition is in ON. See “Automatic T ransmission” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of P ARK (P), ease the pressure on t ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 111

    2-43 Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 112

    2-44 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. Y ou might have exhaust coming in if: Y our exhaust system sounds strange or different. Y our vehicle gets rusty underneath. Y our vehicle was damaged in a collision. Y our vehicle w ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 113

    2-45 CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly . Y ou or others could be injured. T o be su ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 114

    2-46 T urn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: T urn and Lane - Change Signals Headlamps Headlamp High/Low Beam - Changer Flash - To - Pass Feature Fog Lamps For more information on the exterior lamps, see “Exterior Lamps” later in this section. T urn and Lane-Change Signals T o s ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 115

    2-47 T urn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on for approximately 1 mile (1.61 km), a warning chime will sound and the T urn Signal On message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display . See “Turn Signal On Message” later in this section for more information. Headlamps The exterior lamp control is located at the end of ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 116

    2-48 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Push forward on the turn signal/multifunction lever to change the headlamps from low to high beam. Pull the lever back and then release it to change from high to low beam. This light on the instrument panel cluster will be on, indicating high - beam usage. Lamps On Reminder A warning chime will sound if the exter ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 117

    2-49 Fog Lamps Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamp control is located on the turn signal/multifunction lever to the left of the steering column. The parking lamps must be on for the fog lamps to work. T o turn the fog lamps on, turn the band on the lever up to the fog lamp symbol and release it. The band w ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 118

    2-50 Windshield W ipers The lever on the right side of the steering column operates the windshield wipers. (Mist): Pull the lever down and release it for a single wiping cycle. The lever will return to its original position. For more cycles, hold the lever down before releasing it. (Off): Put the lever in this position to turn off the wipers. (Dela ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 119

    2-51 If the windshield wipers are in use for approximately six seconds while you are driving, the exterior lamps will come on automatically if the exterior lamp control is in AUTO. See “W iper - Activated Headlamps” listed previously for more information. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 120

    2-52 Windshield W asher CAUTION: In freezing weather , don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. The windshield washer button is located at the end of the windshield wiper lever . (W asher Fluid) : Press the button with this symbol located at the end of t ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 121

    2-53 Cruise Control : On/Off +: Resume/Accelerate, Set - : Coast/Decelerate, Set The buttons used to operate cruise control are located at the bottom of the steering wheel. W ith cruise control, you can maintain a speed of approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator . This is helpful on long trips. Cruise con ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 122

    2-54 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. Y ou could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise contr ol switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Press the cruise control on/off button to turn ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 123

    2-55 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Contr ol There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press either the plus or minus button, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. Y ou will now cruise at the higher speed. Press the resume/accelerate button. Hold it there until you get up to ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 124

    2-56 Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Applying the br ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 125

    2-57 Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day . DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles firs ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 126

    2-58 Light Sensor The light sensor for the DRL and AUTO headlamp feature is located on top of the instrument panel. If you cover the sensor , it will read dark, and the exterior lamps or the Headlamps Suggested message will appear on the DIC whenever the ignition is on. Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the parking lamps or headlamps have been lef ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 127

    2-59 Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Lever This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The lever for this feature is located on the overhead console. Slide the lever toward the symbol to brighten the lights or away from it to dim them. If you slide the lever all the way toward the symbol past the resistance point ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 128

    2-60 Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened. For manual operation, press the button next to each lamp to turn them on. Press it again to turn them off. If the reading lamps are left on, they automatically shut off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned of ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 129

    2-61 Electrochr omic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass and OnStar System (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may have an electrochromic inside rearview mirror with a compass. The mirror also contains OnStar controls. For more information about OnStar , see “OnStar” in the Index. The mirror has an eight - point compass display in the upper right co ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 130

    2-62 Compass V ariance Compass variance is the difference between earth’ s magnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance, your compass could give false readings. The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory . It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 131

    2-63 Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror , use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner . Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Power Outside Rearview Mirrors The control on the driver ’ s door armrest operates both outside rearview mirrors ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 132

    2-64 Curb V iew Assist Mirr or (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the memory seat and mirrors, it will also be capable of performing the curb view assist mirror feature. This feature will cause the passenger ’ s mirror to tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE (R). Use this feature to view the curb whe ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 133

    2-65 Storage Compartments Glove Box The glove box is located in front of the passenger ’ s seat on the instrument panel. T o lock the glove box door , insert your key into the lock cylinder and turn it clockwise. T urn the key counterclockwise to unlock the door . Map Pockets The map/storage pockets are located on each door as well as on the back ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 134

    2-66 Roof Rack Provisions CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier -- like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and so forth -- the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could be violently torn off, and this could cause you or o ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 135

    2-67 Cigarette Lighter NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’ s ready . That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element. The cigarette lighter is located next to the ashtray . The vehicle does not have any ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 136

    2-68 Accessory Power Outlets W ith accessory power outlets, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. The front accessory power outlet is located in the ashtray on the instrument panel below the climate control system. The outlet will have a cigarette lighter if your vehicle has this option. Remove the ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 137

    2-69 Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets. NOTICE: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as t ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 138

    2-70 OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one - touch hands - free communication link between you and the OnStar Center . T o receive OnStar services, a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee may be required. Services are available 24 hours a ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 139

    2-71 T elltale Light: This light will indicate the status of the system. A solid green light will come on when you start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on and is ready to make or receive calls. If the light blinks green it means that an incoming or outgoing call is in progress. Press the Communication button if you notice the light ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 140

    2-72 Remote Diagnostics: If an instrument panel light comes on, press the OnStar Services button. An advisor can perform a check of the engine on - board computer , and recommend what action needs to be taken. OnStar MED - NET : Med - Net can store your personal medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if necessary . (Requires activati ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 141

    2-73 OnStar System Limitations Complete limitations can be found on the Subscriber Services Agreement. In order to provide you with excellent service, calls with the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded. OnStar service is: available in the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska, Hawaii and Canada; available when the vehicle is within the operati ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 142

    2-74 Sunr oof (Option) The sunroof controls are located on the overhead console. (Half Open): T urn the control clockwise to this position to open the glass panel half - way open. The sunshade will open with the glass panel, or it can be opened manually . (Comfort Stop): T urn the control clockwise to this position to open the glass panel about thr ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 143

    2-75 HomeLink T ransmitter (If Equipped) A. HomeLink T ransmitter Buttons B. T ravel Note Recorder Buttons (If Equipped) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including in ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 144

    2-76 3. When the HomeLink indicator light begins to blink slowly (this may take up to 30 seconds), hold the hand - held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from HomeLink and then press and hold the transmit button on the hand - held transmitter . Continue to hold both buttons until the indicator light on HomeLink begins to flash rapidl ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 145

    2-77 2. Press the Learn or Smart button on the garage door opener motor head unit. An indicator light will begin to flash when the motor head unit enters the training mode. Following this step, you have 30 seconds to start Step 3. 3. Return to HomeLink in your vehicle and firmly press and release the programmed HomeLink button three times. The roll ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 146

    2-78 Resetting Defaults T o reset HomeLink to default settings, hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash (approximately 20 seconds). Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink indicator light turns off and then release both buttons. Accessories Accessories for the HomeLink T ransmitter are available from the ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 147

    2-79 (Record): T o record a message, press this button and begin speaking. Press the button again to stop recording. If you prefer , you can press and hold this button while you record a message. The unit will begin recording when you press the button and stop recording when you release the button. While a message is being recorded, the red light o ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 148

    2-80 The Instrument Panel -- Y our Information System ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 149

    2-81 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets B. T urn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Reconfigurable Steering Wheel Controls D. Instrument Panel Cluster E. Cruise Control Buttons F . Audio Mute Button (Base Radio) or V oice Recognition Button (Navigation System) G. Audio V olume Knob and Source Button H. W indshi ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 150

    2-82 Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. Y ou’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using and many of the other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically . United States version shown, Canada similar ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 151

    2-83 Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Y ou may wonder what happens if a vehicle has to have a new odometer installed. The ne ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 152

    2-84 T achometer This gage indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded area or engine damage may occur . Engine Speed Limiter This feature prevents the engine from operating at too many revolutions per minute (rpm). When the engine’ s rpm are too high, the fuel su ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 153

    2-85 W arning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. W arning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 154

    2-86 Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or ST AR T , a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver ’ s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will flash for several more. If the driver ’ s be ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 155

    2-87 CAUTION: If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly . The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. T o help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 156

    2-88 Brake System W arning Light Y our vehicle’ s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away . United State ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 157

    2-89 Anti-Lock Brake System W arning Light W ith the anti - lock brake system, the light(s) will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds. That’ s normal. If the ABS warning light comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the antilock portion of the brake system. If the red BRAKE light is not on, you still ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 158

    2-90 T raction Control System W arning (TRAC OFF) Light If the TRAC OFF warning light comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the traction control system. The TRAC OFF light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition to ON. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. The light w ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 159

    2-91 Engine Coolant T emperature W arning Light This light tells you that your engine has overheated. This light will come on when you first start the vehicle as a check to let you know that the light is working. It will go out after a few seconds. If the light does not come on, the bulb may be burned out. See your dealer for assistance in changing ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 160

    2-92 NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly . This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty . NOTICE: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, int ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 161

    2-93 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. A voiding hard accelerations. A voiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer , reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady , see “If the Light Is ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 162

    2-94 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. Y ou may notice this as stalling after start - up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear , misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or s ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 163

    2-95 Oil Pressur e Light CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressur e is low . If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Y ou or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not cover ed by your war ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 164

    2-96 Sport Mode Light (If Equipped) This light will come on when the sport mode is in use. When you turn off the sport mode, the light will go out. If it stays on, your vehicle may need service. See your dealer . See “Sport Mode” listed previously in this section for more information. Winter Driving Mode Light (If Equipped) This light will come ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 165

    2-97 Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your cruise control. The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off. See “Cruise Control” listed previously in this section for more information. Fog Lamp Light This light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned of ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 166

    2-98 Fuel Gage The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. It works only when the ignition is in ON. If the fuel supply gets low , the Fuel Level Low message will appear on the DIC and a single chime will sound. Here are a few concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All of these situations are normal and do not indica ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 167

    2-99 Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC gives you the status of many of your vehicle’ s systems. It is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. All messages will appear on the audio system display which is also the display for the optional Navigation system. System Controls Base Audio System If you ha ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 168

    2-100 Navigation/Audio System If you have the optional Navigation system, use the following to operate the DIC: INFO (Information): Use this button to access the V ehicle Information menu that provides the status of various vehicle systems. See “V ehicle Info (Information) Menu Navigation System” later in this section for more information. TUNE ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 169

    2-101 V ehicle Information Menu (Base Audio System) T o access this menu using the base audio system, press the up or down arrow on the INFO button located to the right of the display . The following items are available: BLANK LINE OUTSIDE TEMP MI TRIP A* MI TRIP B* FUEL RANGE* MPG A VG* MPG INST GAL FUEL USED* A VG MPH* TIMER* BA TTER Y VOL TS ENG ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 170

    2-102 V ehicle Info (Information) Menu (Navigation System) T o access the V ehicle Info menu using the Navigation system, press the INFO button to the left of the screen. Y ou can also access this menu through the Setup menu. See “Setup Menu” in the Index of the Navigation supplement. The following submenu appears when V ehicle Info is selected ...

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    2-103 Status Menu Item Descriptions The following paragraphs contain a more detailed description of each menu item: BLANK LINE/Blank Display: If you select this item, nothing is displayed at the top of the screen. OUTSIDE TEMP/Outside T emperature: If you select this item, the current outside temperature is displayed at the top of the screen. It wi ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 172

    2-104 MILES RANGE/Fuel Range: If you select this item, the approximate number of remaining miles or kilometers you can drive without refueling is displayed. This estimate is based on the current driving conditions and will change if the driving conditions change. For example, if you are driving in traffic making frequent stops, the display may read ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 173

    2-105 Battery V oltage/BA TTER Y VOL TS: If you select this item, the current battery voltage is displayed. If the voltage is in the normal range, the display will have OK after it. For example, the display may read 13.2 Battery V olts OK. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, there are four possible DIC messages that may be displ ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 174

    2-106 DIC Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem sensed in one of your vehicle’ s systems. The text messages are the same for both the base audio and Navigation systems unless otherwise indicated. The symbols, however , appear only on the Navigation system display . Y ou must acknowledge a message to clear it from the screen fo ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 175

    2-107 Battery Saver Active This symbol appears with the Battery Saver Active message. This message appears when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable level. The battery saver system will start reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may not be able to notice. At the point that the features are disable ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 176

    2-108 Battery V oltage Low This symbol appears with the Battery V oltage Low message. This message will appear when the electrical system is charging less than 10 volts or if the battery has been drained. If this message appears immediately after starting, it is possible that the generator can still recharge the battery . The battery should recharg ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 177

    2-109 Change T rans (T ransmission) Fluid This symbol appears with the Change T rans Fluid message. This message indicates that the life of the transmission fluid has expired and it should be changed within 200 miles. See “Maintenance Schedule” and “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for the proper fluid and change intervals. W ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 178

    2-1 10 Check Coolant Level This symbol appears with the Check Coolant Level message. This message will appear when there is a low level of engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by a technician as soon as possible. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information. Check Gas Cap This symbol appears with the Check Gas Cap message. ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 179

    2-1 1 1 Engine Coolant Hot -- Idle Engine This symbol appears with the Engine Coolant Hot -- Idle Engine message. This message will appear when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down. NOTICE: If the Engine Coolant Hot -- Idle Engine message appears on the DIC display , stop the vehicle as s ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 180

    2-1 12 Engine Overheated -- Stop Engine This symbol appears with the Engine Overheated -- Stop Engine message. This message will appear when the engine has overheated. Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. A chime will also sound when this message is displayed. ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 181

    2-1 13 Fuel Level Low This symbol appears with the Fuel Level Low message. When this message appears on the display , it means that your vehicle is low on fuel. Y ou should refill the tank as soon as possible. A single chime will sound when this message is displayed. Headlamps Suggested This symbol appears with the Headlamps Suggested message. This ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 182

    2-1 14 Ice Possible This symbol appears with the Ice Possible message. This message appears when the outside temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Left Rear Door Ajar This symbol appears with the Left Rear Door Ajar message. When this message appears on the display , it means that the driver ’ s side rear door was not closed c ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 183

    2-1 15 Passenger Door Ajar This symbol appears with the Passenger Door Ajar message. When this message appears on the display , it means that the passenger ’ s side front door was not closed completely . Y ou should make sure that the door is closed completely . Personalization Off/Driver Identification (Navigation System Only) This symbol appear ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 184

    2-1 16 Right Rear Door Ajar This symbol appears with the Right Rear Door Ajar message. When this message appears on the display , the right rear door it means that the passenger ’ s side rear door was not closed completely . Y ou should check to make sure that the door is closed completely . Service AC (Air Conditioning) System This symbol appear ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 185

    2-1 17 Service Air Bag This symbol appears with the Service Air Bag message. There is a problem with the air bag system when this message appears. Have your vehicle serviced by a qualified technician at your dealership immediately . See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information. Service Charging System This symbol appears with ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 186

    2-1 18 Service Idle Control This symbol appears with the Service Idle Control message. A problem with the idle control has occurred when this message displays. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership. Service Stability Sys Message This symbol appears with the Service Stability System message. Y our vehicle may be equipped with a vehicle stabi ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 187

    2-1 19 Stability Sys Engaged Message This symbol appears with the Stability System Engaged message. The Stability Sys Engaged message will be displayed any time Stabilitrak (if equipped) is actively assisting you with directional control of the vehicle. Slippery road conditions may exist when this message is displayed, so adjust your driving accord ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 188

    2-120 Stability Sys Ready Message This symbol appears with the Stability System Ready message. The Stability Sys Ready message will be displayed any time you turn back on Stabilitrak (if equipped) using the T raction On/Of f button. When this message has been displayed, Stabilitrak is ready to assist you with directional control of the vehicle if n ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 189

    2-121 Service Suspension System This symbol appears with the Service Suspension System message. This message is displayed to indicate that the suspension system is not operating properly . Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. Service Theft System This symbol appears with the Service Theft System message. This message means there is a prob ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 190

    2-122 Service T ransmission This symbol appears with the Service T ransmission message. There is a problem with the transmission of your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. Service V ehicle Soon This symbol appears with the Service V ehicle Soon message. This message is displayed when a non - emissions related powertrain malfunc ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 191

    2-123 Starting Disabled -- Throttle Pr oblem This symbol appears with the Starting Disabled -- Throttle Problem message. This message appears when your vehicle’ s throttle system is not functioning properly . Have your vehicle serviced at your dealership. Theft Attempted This symbol appears with the Theft Attempted message. This message is displa ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 192

    2-124 T raction Engaged This symbol appears with the T raction Engaged message. This message will appear when the traction control system is actively limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly . The message will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 193

    2-125 T rans (T ransmission) Hot -- Idle Engine This symbol appears with the T rans Hot -- Idle Engine message. This message indicates that the transmission fluid in your vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until the transmission cools down or until this message is removed. T runk Open This symbol appears with the Trunk Open m ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 194

    2-126 Accessing the DIC Main Menu (Base Audio System) There are two different procedures for accessing the DIC main menu depending upon whether or not your vehicle has the optional Navigation system. T o access the main menu of the DIC, do one of the following: Using the base audio system, press the TUNE/SEL knob once. T urn the knob clockwise or c ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 195

    2-127 DIC Main Menu Item Descriptions (Base Audio System) The following descriptions are for the base audio system. For information pertaining to the Navigation audio system, see “Audio System” in the Index of the Navigation Supplement supplied with your vehicle. BASS - MID (Midrange) - TREBLE: This menu item allows you to adjust the levels for ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 196

    2-128 T A (T raffic Announcement): This menu item allows you to turn the T A feature on and off. T o turn the T A feature on, press the TUNE/SEL knob once. When T A is on, an X will be in the box next to T A on the menu. The X disappears when T A is off. See “RDS Messages” in the Index for more information. RDS (Radio Data System) MSG (Message) ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 197

    2-129 TCS (T raction Control System): Y ou can enable or disable the traction control system using this menu item. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch between on and off. Y ou can also turn the traction control system off using the traction control button located in the glove box or by programming one of the steering wheel controls (1, 2, 3 or 4) or ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 198

    2-130 V ehicle Programming and Personalization Features Y our vehicle is equipped with personalization that allows you to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people. The number of programmable features varies depending upon which model of the vehicle is purchased. On all vehicles, features such as climate control settings, ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 199

    2-131 Navigation System 1. T urn the ignition to ON without the engine running. Make sure an automatic transmission is in P ARK (P) or a manual transmission has the parking brake set. 2. T urn on the Navigation/audio system by pressing the PWR/VOL knob located to the lower left of the display once. 3. Access the DIC main menu by pressing the MAIN b ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 200

    2-132 T o customize the name using the Base audio system, do the following: 1. Select the PERSONALIZA TION NAME menu item by pressing the TUNE/SEL knob once. Y ou will see a cursor on the screen. 2. T urn the TUNE/SEL knob until you reach the first letter you want to highlight it. There is a complete alphabet with both upper and lower case letters ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 201

    2-133 Configure Display Keys (Base Audio System Only) This feature allows you to customize the functions of the four soft keys located to the left and right of the audio display . Most of the available functions are audio - system related. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for more information. Remote Recall Memory/Recall Driving Positions (If E ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 202

    2-134 Remote Exit Recall (If Equipped) This feature allows any previously programmed exit position for the driver ’ s seat to be recalled when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory , it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to w ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 203

    2-135 Key in Recall Memory (If Equipped) This feature recalls any previously programmed seat and mirror positions when the key is inserted into the ignition. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory , it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed sin ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 204

    2-136 Auto Exit Seat (If Equipped) This feature allows any previously programmed exit position for the driver ’ s seat to be recalled when the key is removed from the ignition. Programmable Modes Mode 1: ON Mode 2: OFF Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory , it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 205

    2-137 T wilight Delay This feature allows you to set the amount of time you want the exterior lamps to remain on after you exit the vehicle. Programmable Modes Mode 1: 0:00 seconds Mode 2: 0:15 seconds Mode 3: 0:30 seconds Mode 4: 1:00 minute Mode 5: 1:30 minutes Mode 6: 2:00 minutes Mode 7: 2:30 minutes Mode 8: 3:00 minutes Before your vehicle was ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 206

    2-138 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to T wilight Delay using the TUNE/SEL knob to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to turn T wilight Delay on or off. If the feature is turned of f, the exterior lamps will not illum ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 207

    2-139 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. When the mode is turned on, a check mark will appear next to the feature name. T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Remote Keyless Options to highli ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 208

    2-140 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. When the mode is turned on, a check mark will appear next to the feature name. T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Remote Keyless Options to highli ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 209

    2-141 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Remote Keyless Options to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to view the modes. 4. Scroll to Horn Sounds At Lock and press the knob once to select it. When the mode is turned on ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 210

    2-142 T o change the mode using the Base audio system, do the following: 1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to EXT . LIGHT A T UNLOCK to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. When the mode is turned on, a check mark will appe ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 211

    2-143 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Door Lock Options to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to view the modes. 4. Scroll to Doors Lock In Gear and press the knob once to select it. When the mode is turned on, an X ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 212

    2-144 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Door Lock Options to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to view the modes. 4. Scroll to Automatic Door Lock and press the knob once to select it. When the mode is turned on, an ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 213

    2-145 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Door Lock Options to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to view the modes. 4. Scroll to Driver Unlock In Park and press the knob once to select it. When the mode is turned on, a ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 214

    2-146 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Door Lock Options to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to view the modes. 4. Scroll to Driver Unlock Key Out and press the knob once to select it. When the mode is turned on, a ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 215

    2-147 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Door Lock Options to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to view the modes. 4. Scroll to Doors Lock In Park and press the knob once to select it. When a mode is turned on, an X w ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 216

    2-148 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Door Lock Options to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to view the modes. 4. Scroll to Doors Unlock Key Out and press the knob once to select it. When a mode is turned on, an X ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 217

    2-149 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Delayed Locking using the TUNE/SEL knob to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. When the mode is turned on, an X will appear in the bo ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 218

    2-150 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Lock Passenger W indow using the TUNE/SEL knob to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. When the mode is turned on, an X will appear in ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 219

    2-151 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Mirror to Curb in Reverse using the TUNE/SEL knob to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between on and off. When the mode is turned on, an X will appear ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 220

    2-152 T o change the mode using the Navigation system, do the following: 1. Enter the Personalization menu following the instructions listed previously . 2. Scroll to Enhanced Chime V olume using the TUNE/SEL knob to highlight it. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth between the normal and loud settings. Y ou will hear a chime as an ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 221

    2-153 Navigation (Option) Navigation Display Controls The display screen is located in the center on the instrument panel. Y our vehicle may have a turn by turn navigation guidance system that includes a CD ROM map media covering nine regional areas throughout the contiguous United States and Canada. In addition, the system includes intersection an ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 222

    3- 3-1 Section 3 Comfort Contr ols and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3 - 2 Comfort Controls 3 - 2 Climate Control System 3 - 6 Air Conditioning 3 - 6 Defogging and Defrosting 3 - ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 223

    3-2 Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. Manual operation of the system is described first, followed by automatic operation. See “Automatic Operation” later in this section for more information. Climate Control System Manual Operation T o turn the system on, press the PWR button located on the driver ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 224

    3-3 (Floor/Defrost): This setting directs airflow to the floor ducts and toward the windshield, with some air diverted toward the outboard outlets to defog the side windows. (Floor): This setting directs airflow through the floor ducts. Some air is diverted to the windshield and outboard outlets to minimize fogging. ∨ ∧ (Fan): This switch adjus ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 225

    3-4 (Passenger’s T emperature Switch): This switch is used to increase or decrease the temperature of the air for the passengers independent of the driver ’ s setting. T o turn the system on, press the PWR button located on the passenger ’ s side of the climate control panel. T o adjust the temperature, press the up or down arrow on the PWR b ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 226

    3-5 Interior T emperature Sensor This sensor monitors the interior temperature of the vehicle. It is located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. While the climate control system is in AUTO, the system uses both the interior temperature sensor and the electronic solar sensor to automatically adjust the temperature and airflow ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 227

    3-6 Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. While the system is in AUTO, it will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air . Defogging and Defrosting When the mod ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 228

    3-7 Using the rear window defogger will not cancel automatic climate control operation. NOTICE: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window . If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid or the integrated rear window antenna, and the r epairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty . Do not attach a temp ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 229

    3-8 Y ou can adjust the direction of airflow by moving the knobs in the center of the outlets and by turning the thumbwheel at the bottom of the outlets. Y ou may choose from the following positions: (Side Window Defogger): Turn the thumbwheel to this symbol on the outboard outlets to use the side window defogger feature. The air coming through the ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 230

    3-9 Climate Control Steering Wheel Contr ols There are four controls that can be programmed for use with the climate control system. The controls are located on the left spoke of the steering wheel. See “Reconfigurable Steering Wheel Controls” in the Index for more information on programming these controls. Audio Systems Y our audio system has ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 231

    3-10 Setting the Clock 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu. 2. T urn the TUNE/SEL knob until SET CLOCK is displayed. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to select SET CLOCK. 4. T urn the TUNE/SEL knob to adjust the time setting. 5. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to update the time. VEHICLE TIME UPDA TED will appear on the display . The time on the an ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 232

    3-1 1 Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. V OL (V olume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume. A VC (Automatic V olume Compensation): W ith A VC, your audio system monitors the noise in the vehicle. A VC will adjust the volume level so that it always sounds the same to you. T o turn A VC on ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 233

    3-12 SCAN: Press the SCAN button to enter scan mode. SCAN will appear on the display . Press the up arrow to scan to the next station. The radio will go to a station, play for 5 seconds, then go on to the next station. Press this button again to stop scanning. T o scan preset stations, press and hold SCAN for more than two seconds until you hear a ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 234

    3-13 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons (F1 through F6) let you return to your favorite stations. Y ou can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Y ou can set your preset stations manually or automatically and presets for home and away . T o set your preset stations manually , perform the following steps: 1. T urn th ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 235

    3-14 PRESETS HOME/A W A Y : This feature gives you the ability to store two different kinds of station presets. HOME can be used for stations available where you live and A W A Y can be for stations available outside of your local broadcasting area. T o set preset stations for home and away perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 236

    3-15 AUDIO EQUALIZER: This feature allows you to choose bass, midrange and treble equalization settings. T o choose a equalization setting (EQ0 through EQ5), perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu. 2. T urn the TUNE/SEL knob until EQUALIZER appears on the display . 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to set your equal ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 237

    3-16 Using DSP This feature is used to provide a choice of five different listening experiences: DSP normal, talk, spacious, rear seat and driver seat. DSP can be used while listening to the radio, the cassette tape player or the CD player . The radio keeps separate DSP settings for each band, preset and source. T o select a DSP choice, perform the ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 238

    3-17 Using RDS Y our audio system is equipped with Radio Data Systems (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. Using this system, the radio can: 1. receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies, 2. seek to stations with traffic announcements, 3. display messages from radio stati ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 239

    3-18 T A (T raffic Announcement): This feature allows the radio to receive traffic announcements even with the volume muted, or when a CD or cassette tape is playing. When T A is on, the radio will search for another station with T A if the current station is not T A capable. During the search, T A will flash on the display . Once a T A station is ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 240

    3-19 Activating PTY Stations Program type (PTY) allows you to search for stations with specific types of music. The selectable PTYs are POP , EASY , T ALK, CNTR Y (Country), CLASS (Classical), and JAZZ. T o activate program types, perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu. 2. T urn the TUNE/SEL knob until PROGRA ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 241

    3-20 Playing a Cassette T ape W ith the radio on, insert a cassette tape. The tape will begin playing as soon as it is inserted. When one side of your cassette tape is done playing, auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape. A cassette tape may be loaded with the radio off but it will not start playing until the radio is on. While the ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 242

    3-21 Cassette T ape Messages If an error occurs while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be that one of the following has occurred: The cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the tape. Hold the cassette tape with the open end down and try turning the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil. Flip the tape over ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 243

    3-22 If an error appears on the display , see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this section. When a CD is inserted the CD functions will appear on the display above the pushbuttons, in place of the preset stations (if programmed). The following explains what each pushbutton and the SEEK and SCAN buttons will perform when a CD is playing: F1 PRE ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 244

    3-23 LOAD: Press the LOAD button to load CDs into the compact disc player . This compact disc player will hold up to six discs. T o insert one disc, do the following: 1. The ignition and the radio can be on or off. 2. Press and release the LOAD button. Please W ait will appear on the display . 3. Load the disc, when the display reads INSER T . Inse ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 245

    3-24 CD FWD (Forward): Press this pushbutton to seek to the next track on the compact disc. Press and hold this pushbutton to fast forward to another part of the compact disc. Release it to return to playing speed. F5 MODE: Press this pushbutton to select from NORMAL, RPT TRCK (Repeat T rack), RPT DISC (Repeat Disc), RDM TRK (Random T rack), and RD ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 246

    3-25 Compact Disc Messages If the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: If you’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smooth the disc should play . If it’ s very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the disc should play . The disc is dirty , scratched, wet or upside down. The air is very humid. If ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 247

    3-26 T o program the configurable radio display keys, perform the following steps: 1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter the main menu. 2. T urn the TUNE/SEL knob until SETUP is displayed. 3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter into SETUP . 4. T urn the TUNE/SEL knob until CONFIGURE DISPLA Y KEYS is displayed. 5. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to enter into CO ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 248

    3-27 Navigation/Radio System (Option) Navigation/Radio Display and Contr ols The display screen is located in the center of the instrument panel. Y our vehicle may be equipped with an AM - FM radio navigation radio system that includes digital sound processing (DSP), Radio Data System (RDS) with program type selections (PTY) that will seek out the ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 249

    3-28 Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: V olume: Turning the knob increases and decreases volume. (Band/Source): Press this button to select AM, FM1, FM2 or a source, either radio, cassette tape or CD. The cassette or CD must be loaded to play . A vailable loaded sour ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 250

    3-29 Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however , can cause stations to interfere with each other . AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. T ry reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. FM Stereo FM stereo will give ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 251

    3-30 Tips About Y our Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Y our hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. T ake precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it. T ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 252

    3-31 Care of Y our Cassette T ape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality , ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape play ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 253

    3-32 Y ou may also choose a non - scrubbing action, wet - type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own. A non - scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner . The use of a non - scrubbing action, dry - type cleaning casset ...

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    3-33 Diversity Antenna System Y our AM - FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger , located in the rear window . Be sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception. Do not apply aftermarket glass ...

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    4- 4-1 Section 4 Y our Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. W e’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. 4 - 2 Defensive Driving 4 - 3 Drunken Driving 4 - 6 Control of a V ehicle 4 - 6 Braking 4 - 9 T raction Control System 4 - 10 Stabilitrak - ...

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    4-2 Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively . Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See “Safety Belts” in the Index. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.? ...

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    4-3 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy . It’ s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year . Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination V ision Attentiveness. Police records show that al ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 258

    4-4 It’ s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour , the person’ s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level. There is a gender difference, too. W omen g ...

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    4-5 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer . What if there’ s an emergency , a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to ...

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    4-6 Control of a V ehicle Y ou have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator . All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’ s easy to ask more of those control systems than t ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 261

    4-7 A void needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Y our brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Y our brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow re ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 262

    4-8 Let’ s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely . Suddenly , an animal jumps out in front of you. Y ou slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’ s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel. The a ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 263

    4-9 Remember: Anti - lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti - lock ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 264

    4-10 T o turn the system off, press the TC (traction control) button located in the glove box. If you press the TC button once, the traction control system will turn off and the traction control system warning light will come on. Press the TC button again to turn the system back on. If you press and hold the TC button for five seconds, the Stabilit ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 265

    4-1 1 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the Stabilitrak activates, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may reengage the cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the syste ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 266

    4-12 Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems -- steering and acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. Y ou can lose control. Refer to “Traction Control System” in the Index. What should you ...

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    4-13 An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly , and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the ob ...

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    4-14 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two - lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two - lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occu ...

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    4-15 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder , and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror , activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror is co ...

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    4-16 If your traction control system is off, then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be re ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 271

    4-17 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively . Don’t drink and drive. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Y our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. In remote areas, watch for animals. If you’re tired, ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 272

    4-18 Driving in Rain and on W et Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire - to - road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’ s always wise to go slower and be cautious if ...

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    4-19 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. T ry to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: W et brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. Y o ...

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    4-20 Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it is raining. Driving Thr ough Deep Standing W ater NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water , water can come in through your engine’ s air intake and badly damage you ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 275

    4-21 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. Y ou’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unk ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 276

    4-22 Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. T oo - ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 277

    4-23 The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer , not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. Before Leaving on a Long T rip Make sure you’re ready . T ry to be well rested. If you must start when you’re not ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 278

    4-24 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever . There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery , along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 279

    4-25 If you drive regularly in steep country , or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 280

    4-26 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter . Y ou may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper , a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of refle ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 281

    4-27 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However , if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. Y ou’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. What’ s the worst time for this? “W e ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 282

    4-28 Y our anti - lock brakes improve your vehicle’ s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti - lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti - Lock” in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. W atch for slippery spo ...

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    4-29 T ie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow . Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. Y ou can ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 284

    4-30 Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. T o help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises eve ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 285

    4-31 Dolly T owing Y our vehicle can be towed using a dolly . T o tow your vehicle using a dolly , follow these steps: 1. Put the rear wheels on a dolly . 2. Put the vehicle in P ARK (P) for automatic transmissions or in NEUTRAL for manual transmissions. 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key . 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight - ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 286

    4-32 Loading Y our V ehicle CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or r ear GA WR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. NOTICE: Y our warran ...

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    4-33 The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door . It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle W eight Ratin ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 288

    4-34 T owing a T railer CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly , you can lose control when you pull a trailer . For example, if the trailer is too heavy , the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. Y ou and your passengers could be seriously injured. Y ou may also damage your vehicle; the resulting repairs would n ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 289

    4-35 If Y ou Do Decide T o Pull A T railer If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. Con ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 290

    4-36 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163 - 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 W eight of the T railer T ongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross V ehicle W eight (GVW) include ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 291

    4-37 T otal W eight on Y our V ehicle’ s Tir es Be sure your vehicle’ s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. Y ou’ll find these numbers on the T ire - Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver ’ s side rear door or see “Loading Y our V ehicle” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW l ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 292

    4-38 Driving with a T railer T owing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer . And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 293

    4-39 Making T urns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Y our vehicle could be damaged. A void making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer , make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road sign ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 294

    4-40 Parking on Hills CAUTION: Y ou really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’ s how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but do ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 295

    4-41 When Y ou Ar e Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: start your engine, shift into a gear , and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance Wh ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 296

    5- 5-1 Section 5 Pr oblems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 Hazard W arning Flashers 5 - 3 Other W arning Devices 5 - 3 Jump Starting 5 - 9 T owing Y our V ehicle 5 - 9 Engine Overheating 5 - 12 Cooling System 5 - 18 If a T ire Goes Flat 5 - 19 Changing a Flat T ire 5 - 30 Compact Spare ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 297

    5-2 Hazard W arning Flashers Y our hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Y our front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning button is located in the center of the instrument panel, between the two air vents. Y our hazard warning flashers work no matter what position ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 298

    5-3 Other W arning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely . CAUTION: Batteries can ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 299

    5-4 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other . If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. Y ou wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. T o avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 300

    5-5 CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 301

    5-6 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly . Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could also be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you s ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 302

    5-7 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery . Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative ( - ) cable to the negative terminal of the good battery . Use a remote negative ( - ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end tou ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 303

    5-8 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 1 1. T ry to start the vehicle that has the dead battery . If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. NOTICE: Damage to your vehicle may result fr om electrical shorting if jumper cables are r emoved incorrectly . T o prevent electrical shorti ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 304

    5-9 T o disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable the vehicle that had the dead battery . 2. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery . 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery . 4. Disconnect the red ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 305

    5-10 If Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly , even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. W ait until there is no sign of steam or coolant befor e you open the ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 306

    5-1 1 If No Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant message, can indicate a serious problem. See “Low Coolant Message” in the Index. If you get an engine overheat warning with no low coolant message, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too ho ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 307

    5-12 Cooling System When you decide it’ s safe to lift the hood, here’ s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge T ank and Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood ele ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 308

    5-13 The coolant level should be at or slightly above the FULL COLD/FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank. If it isn’ t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator , water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very h ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 309

    5-14 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge T ank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL COLD/FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX - COOL coolant at the coolant surg ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 310

    5-15 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the pr oper coolant mixture will. Y our vehicle’ s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. W ith plain water or the wrong mixtur e, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’ ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 311

    5-16 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Y ou can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. T urn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) about one - quarter turn and then stop. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 312

    5-17 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to slightly above the FULL COLD/FROID line on the side of the coolant surge tank. 4. W ith the coolant surge tank pressure cap of f, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. W atch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coola ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 313

    5-18 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand - tight and fully seated. Start the engine and allow it to warm up. If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message does not appear on the Driver Information Center , coolant is at the proper fill level. If a CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message does appear , repeat Steps 1 to 3 and reinstall the pr ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 314

    5-19 Changing a Flat Tir e If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. T urn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury . The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. Y ou and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tir ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 315

    5-20 Removing the Spare T ire and T ools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the compact spare tire cover located in your trunk. T o gain access to the instructions, spare tire and jacking equipment, do the following: 1. T urn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover countercl ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 316

    5-21 3. T urn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it. Then remove the jack and wheel wrench. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). ...

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    5-22 Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps (If Equipped) If your vehicle has wheel covers, use the flat end of the wheel wrench to remove the covers. T urn the wheel wrench clockwise to gently pry off the wheel cover . Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and don’t try to remove the wheel cover with your hands. If your vehicle has ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 318

    5-23 Removing the Flat Tir e and Installing the Spare T ire A. Wheel W rench B. Wheel Nut 1. Place the wheel wrench securely over the wheel nut. T urn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. A. Front Jacking Location B. Rear Jacking Location 2. Find the jacking location using the diagram above and co ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 319

    5-24 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. T o help avoid perso ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 320

    5-25 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt fr om the places where the wheel att ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 321

    5-26 1 1. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. T ighten each wheel nut by turning it clockwise with your hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 12. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely . ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 322

    5-27 13. T ighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. CAUTION: Incorr ect wheel nuts or impr operly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sur e to use the corr ect wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sur e to get new GM original equipment wheel nut ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 323

    5-28 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. T o avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the pr oper torque specification. See “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index for the wheel nut torque specification. NOTICE: Wheel covers won’t fit on y ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 324

    5-29 Storing the Spare T ire and T ools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury . In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare is for temporary use only . Replace the compact spare tire with a full ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 325

    5-30 Compact Spare T ire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new , it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly . It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated. The ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 326

    5-31 If Y ou’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can expl ...

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    6- 6-1 Section 6 Service and Appearance Car e Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. 6 - 2 Service 6 - ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 328

    6-2 Service Y our dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. W e hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. Y ou’ll get genuine GM parts and GM - trained and supported service people. W e hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Y our Own Service W o ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 329

    6-3 CAUTION: Y ou can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper r eplacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sur e to use the pr oper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “Eng ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 330

    6-4 Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian V ehicle Manufacturers’ Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 331

    6-5 Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane - enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT . General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 332

    6-6 Filling Y our T ank CAUTION: Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently , and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near fuel or r efueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. T o open the fu ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 333

    6-7 CAUTION: If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly . This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather . Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the wa ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 334

    6-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor . Y ou can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. T o help avoid injury to you and others: Dispense gasoline only into approved containers. D ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 335

    6-9 Hood Release T o lift the hood, use the following steps: 1. Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release lever . The lever is located under the front edge of the grille near the center . Move the releas ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 336

    6-10 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood, you’ll see the following: A. Battery B. Underhood Fuse Block C. W indshield W asher Fluid Reservoir D. Passenger Compartment Air Filter E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F . Engine Oil Fill Cap G. Engine Oil Dipstick H. Engine Coolant Heater Cord (If Equipped) I. Brake Master Cylinder Reser ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 337

    6-1 1 Engine Oil If the oil pressure light and/or the Oil Pressure Low -- Stop Engine message on the DIC appears on the instrument cluster , it means you need to check your engine oil level right away . For more information, see “Oil Pressure Message” and “Oil Pressure Light” in the Index. Y ou should check your engine oil level regularly; ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 338

    6-12 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the lower mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity , see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index. NOTICE: Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so much ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 339

    6-13 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the star ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 340

    6-14 NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failur e to use the recommended oil can r esult in engine damage not covered by your warranty . GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. If you are in an area where the temperature falls below - 20 F ( - 29 C ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 341

    6-15 How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message and the Oil Life Indicator The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a Change Engine ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 342

    6-16 Navigation System Press the multi - function button, next to the OK prompt in the upper right of the display , to acknowledge the Change Engine Oil message. This will clear the message from the display and reset it. T o reset the oil life indicator , use the following steps: 1. T urn the system on by pressing the PWR/VOL knob once. The PWR/VOL ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 343

    6-17 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter is in the engine compartment on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle, near the front. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. The engine air cleaner/filter needs replacement periodically . Use the information listed in this manual as a guide fo ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 344

    6-18 3. Pull out the old engine air cleaner/filter . 4. Install a new engine air cleaner/filter , if needed. See “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” later in this section for the correct part number for the filter . 5. If the filter is replaced, reset the indicator by pressing upward on the indicator from the bottom. 6. Reinstall the cover b ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 345

    6-19 Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter traps most of the pollen from the air entering your vehicle. Like your vehicle’ s engine air cleaner/filter, it needs to be changed periodically . For how often to change the passenger compartment air filter, see “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. The passe ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 346

    6-20 Automatic T ransmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take your vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible. Y ou may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center whe ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 347

    6-21 Manual T ransmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. However , the fluid in your manual transmission doesn’ t require changing. How to Check Because this operation can be dif ficult, you may choose to have this done at your Cadillac dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 348

    6-22 How to Reset the Change T ransmission Fluid Message and the T ransmission Fluid Indicator (Automatic T ransmission Only) After the transmission fluid has been changed, the Change T rans Fluid message and the transmission fluid life indicator must be reset. T o reset the message and indicator , use one of the following procedures: Base Audio Sy ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 349

    6-23 Hydraulic Clutch It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system. Adding fluid won’t correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. When to Check and What to Use The hydraulic clutch reservoir is located in the engine compartme ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 350

    6-24 Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” and “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant T o get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of th ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 351

    6-25 Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX - COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX - COOL extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low . If ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 352

    6-26 What to Use Use a mixture of one - half clean, drinkable water and one - half DEX - COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil befo ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 353

    6-27 Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank and pressure cap are located on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle, toward the rear of the engine compartment. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. CAUTION: T urning the surge tank pressur e cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and sca ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 354

    6-28 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture at the sur ge tank , but only when the engine is cool. CAUTION: Y ou can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When replac ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 355

    6-29 Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located in the center of the engine compartment, toward the rear . See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in t ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 356

    6-30 Windshield W asher Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer ’ s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Ind ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 357

    6-31 Brakes Brake Fluid Y our brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver ’ s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT - 3 brake fluid. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an accepta ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 358

    6-32 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT - 3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only . See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir . CAUTION: With the ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 359

    6-33 Brake W ear Y our vehicle has four - wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built - in wear indicators that make a high - pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). CAUTION: The br ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 360

    6-34 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Y our vehicle was designed and tested with top - quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system -- for example, when your brake linings we ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 361

    6-35 Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer . High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting (If Equipped) CAUTION: The low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 362

    6-36 Front T urn Signal and Fog Lamps A. T urn Signal Lamp B. Fog Lamp T o replace the front turn signal or fog lamps, use the following procedure: 1. Remove the protection shield located on the underside of the front of the vehicle by pulling out the push - pins located on the underside of the protection shield. 2. Reach up behind the front bumper ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 363

    6-37 Rear T ail/Stop/T urn Signal and Side-Marker Lamps A. T ail and Stop Lamps B. T urn Signal Lamp C. Side - Marker Lamp T o replace the tail, stop, turn signal or side - marker lamps use the following procedure: 1. Open the trunk using the trunk button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or the trunk release button located on the lower part ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 364

    6-38 Back-Up and License Plate Lamps A. Back - Up Lamps B. License Plate Lamps T o replace the back - up or license plate lamps, use the following procedure: 1. Open the trunk using the trunk button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or the trunk release button located on the lower part of the driver ’ s door . 2. Remove the cloth cover on t ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 365

    6-39 Windshield W iper Blade Replacement W indshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “W iper Blade Check” in the Index. It’ s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see “Normal Maintenance Re ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 366

    6-40 NOTICE: Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed in it. The windshield could be damaged by the sharp ends of the blade assembly . Damage to the windshield caused by an empty wiper blade arm is not covered by your warranty . 5. Squeeze the tab together and pull the wiper blade assembly down far e ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 367

    6-41 Tire s Y our new vehicle comes with high - quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer . If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Cadillac W arranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tir es are danger ous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 368

    6-42 Inflation -- Tir e Pressur e The T ire - Loading Information label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 369

    6-43 Tir e Inspection and Rotation T ires should be rotated every 7,500 miles (12 500 km). Any time you notice unusual wear , rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’ s Time for New T ires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for more information. The ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 370

    6-44 When It’ s Time for New T ires One way to tell when it’ s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Y ou need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: Y ou can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 371

    6-45 Buying New Tir es T o find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the T ire - Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a T ire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’ s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number . That way your vehi ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 372

    6-46 Uniform Tir e Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway T raffic Safety Administration, which grades ti ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 373

    6-47 T emperature -- A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and redu ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 374

    6-48 Each new wheel should have the same load - carrying capacity , diameter , width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way , you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 375

    6-49 T ire Chains CAUTION: Don’t use tire chains. Ther e’ s not enough clearance. T ir e chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tir e chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a cra ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 376

    6-50 Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Y our V ehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. W ipe vinyl, leather , plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Cleaning of Fabric/ ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 377

    6-51 Cleaning the T op of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild s ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 378

    6-52 Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index. NOTICE: Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. A void placing decals on the insid ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 379

    6-53 W eatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer , seal better , and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Cleaning the Outside of Y our ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 380

    6-54 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. Y ou can get GM - approved cleaning products from your dealer . See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index. Y our vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and glo ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 381

    6-55 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome - Plated Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water . Rinse with clean water . After rinsing thoroughly , dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 382

    6-56 Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away . Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch - up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corre ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 383

    6-57 GM V ehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 384

    6-58 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver ’ s side. Y ou can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the V ehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certif ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 385

    6-59 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty . Some add - on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Y our ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 386

    6-60 Fuses and Circuit Br eakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver - colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 387

    6-61 Relays Usage LO SPEED F AN RELA Y MINI Low Speed Fan Motor HI SPEED F AN RELA Y MINI High Speed Fan Motor Relays Usage ACCESSOR Y RELA Y MINI Accessory Power Outlets S/P F AN RELA Y MINI Series/Parallel Fan P ARK LAMP RELA Y MICRO Parking Lamps HORN RELA Y MICRO Horn HI BEAM RELA Y MICRO High - Beam Headlamps DRL RELA Y MICRO - OPT Daytime Run ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 388

    6-62 Relays Usage BLOWER RELA Y MINI Front Blower FOG LAMP RELA Y MICRO Fog Lamps MAIN RELA Y MICRO Powertrain/ECM ST AR TER RELA Y MINI Starter Solenoid CMP CLU RELA Y MICRO Compressor Clutch IGN - 1 RELA Y MICRO Ignition Switch (ON) Wiring Harnesses Usage BODY W/H W iring Harness Connection BODY W/H W iring Harness Connection ENG W/H Engine W iri ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 389

    6-63 Mini Fuses Usage L T HI BEAM Driver ’ s Side High - Beam Headlamp L T LOW BEAM Driver ’ s Side Low - Beam Headlamp R T LOW BEAM Passenger ’ s Side Low - Beam Headlamp R T HI BEAM Passenger ’ s Side High - Beam Headlamp SP ARE Not Used SP ARE Not Used THEFT ECM (Electronic Control Module), TCM (T ransmission Control Module), P ASS - Key ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 390

    6-64 Mini Fuses Usage ELEC PRNDL Electronic PRNDL TCC/ET TCC/ET Brake Switch (Extended T ravel), TCC/ET Brake Switch (Cruise Disable) STOP LP SW Stop Lamp Switch IGN SW Ignition Switch (Power to IGN - 3 and CRANK) VOL T CHECK DIM (Dash Integration Module) ECM/TCM TCM (T ransmission Control Module), ECM (Electronic Control Module), IPC (Instrument P ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 391

    6-65 Removing the Rear Seat Cushion NOTICE: A fuse center is located under the rear seat cushion. T o help avoid damage to the fuse center , be careful when r emoving or r einstalling the seat cushion. T o remove the rear seat cushion, do the following: 1. Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the front hooks. 2. Pull the cushion up and ou ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 392

    6-66 Split - Folding Rear Seat CAUTION: A safety belt that isn’t properly r outed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt hasn’t been routed thr ough the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger . The person sitting in that position could be badly ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 393

    6-67 T o reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following: 1. Position the seat cushion so that you can route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion. 2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear - locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame. 3. W ith the seat cushion lowered, push rea ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 394

    6-68 Relays Usage SP ARE Not Used SP ARE Not Used SP ARE Not Used PUSHER F AN Pusher Fan (Export Only) L POSITION RELA Y MICRO Driver ’ s Side Position Lamp R POSITION RELA Y MICRO Passenger ’ s Side Position Lamp IGN 3 RELA Y MICRO Heated Seat Modules, Air Inlet Motor , Shifter Assembly ST ANDING LAMP RL Y MICRO Control for Position Lamp Relay ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 395

    6-69 Minifuses Usage SP ARE Not Used REAR DR MOD Rear Door Modules SP ARE Not Used DRIVER DR MOD Driver ’ s Door Module SP ARE Not Used HDLP LEVELING Headlamp Leveling System Chassis Sensors (Export Only) EBCM EBCM (Electronic Brake Control Module) CCP CCP (Climate Control Panel) IGN 3 Heated Seat Modules, Air Inlet Motor , Shifter Assembly J Cas ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 396

    6-70 Minifuses Usage INTERIOR LAMP Hush Panel Lamps, Puddle Lamps, Overhead Courtesy Lamp Assembly PSGR DR MOD Right Front Passenger Door Module RIM RIM (Rear Integration Module), Ignition Switch, Key Lock Cylinder REAR FOG LAMP Rear Fog Lamps (Export Only) SP ARE Not Used NA V TV T uner Assembly (Export Only), VICS (V ehicle Information Communicat ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 397

    6-71 Circuit Breakers Usage DR MOD PWR C/B Door Modules J Cases Usage REAR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger Element SUNROOF MOD Power Sunroof Module Relays Usage RAP RELA Y MINI Retained Accessory Power SP ARE Not Used REAR DEFOG RELA Y MINI Rear Window Defogger Relays Usage SP ARE Not Used AFTER BOIL MICRO Afterboil Heater Pump INT LAMP RELA Y MICRO Hus ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 398

    6-72 Replacement Bulbs For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer . Application Number Front and Rear T urn Signal Lamps 3157K . . . . . . . . . Fog Lamps 9145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back - Up Lamps 3157K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . License Plate Lamps W5WLL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 399

    6-73 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work, you’ll need the proper service manual. See “Doing Y our Own Service W ork” in the Index for additional information. It is recommended that service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician. Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 1.3 lbs. ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 400

    7- 7-1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Y our vehicle needs these services to retain its safety , dependability and emission control performance. 7 - 2 Introduction 7 - 4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 - 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 - 16 Part B: Owner Checks and Services 7 - 21 Par ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 401

    7-2 Have you pur chased the GM Pr otection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your W arranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction Y our V ehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All r ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 402

    7-3 How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer ’ s service department or another ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 403

    7-4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Y our Maintenance Schedule W e at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. Y ou may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather . Y ou ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 404

    Scheduled Maintenance 7-5 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 405

    Scheduled Maintenance 7-6 Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. Y our vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter . This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, a ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 406

    Scheduled Maintenance 7-7 ...

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    Scheduled Maintenance 7-8 ...

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    Scheduled Maintenance 7-9 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary . An Emission Contr ol Service. ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 409

    Scheduled Maintenance 7-10 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 410

    Scheduled Maintenance 7-1 1 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher . – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 411

    Scheduled Maintenance 7-12 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation patter ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 412

    Scheduled Maintenance 7-13 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Rotate ti ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 413

    Scheduled Maintenance 7-14 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.) Replace engine air cleaner filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. Rotate tires. See “T ire ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 414

    Scheduled Maintenance 7-15 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Contr ol Service. Replace timing belt (or every 96 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote #.) Replace fuel filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 415

    7-16 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety , dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, ma ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 416

    7-17 At Least T wice a Y ear Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly . Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 417

    7-18 At Least Once a Y ear Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges and latches, including those for the hood, rear compartment, interior glove box and console doors. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be requi ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 418

    7-19 Automatic T ransmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly . If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below . 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. S ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 419

    7-20 Parking Brake and Automatic T ransmission P ARK (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. Y ou or others could be injured and pr operty could be damaged. Make sure ther e is room in fr ont of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be r eady to apply the regular brake at once should the vehic ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 420

    7-21 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). Y ou should let your dealer ’ s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sur e any necessary r epairs ar e completed at once. Proper pr ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 421

    7-22 Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser . T o help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recomme ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 422

    7-23 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer . USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity . T o determine the preferred viscosi ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 423

    7-24 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Manual T ransmission DEXRON - III Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Automatic T ransmission DEXRON - III Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders Multi - Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474, or equivalent). Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 123 ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 424

    7-25 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should r ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 425

    7-26 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

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    8- 8-1 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. 8 - 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 - 3 Customer Assistance for T ext T elephone (TTY) Users 8 - 4 Customer Assistance Office ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 427

    8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedur e Y our satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally , any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer ’ s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however , despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstanding ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 428

    8-3 STEP THREE -- Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and T wo, you should file with the GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian ...

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    8-4 Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Cadillac, the letter should be addressed to Cadillac’ s Customer Assistance Center . United States Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P .O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169 1 ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 430

    8-5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as ar ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 431

    8-6 Cadillac Owner Privileges Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges at “no charge,” throughout your 2003 Cadillac W arranty Period -- 48 months/ 50,000 miles (80 000 km). Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations: T owing Service Battery Jump Starting Lock Out Assistance Fuel Delivery Flat T ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 432

    8-7 Courtesy T ransportation Cadillac has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. T o enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy T ransportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy T ransportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease c ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 433

    8-8 Public T ransportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses u ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 434

    8-9 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an ...

  • Cadillac CTS (2003) - page 435

    8-10 SER VICE PUBLICA TIONS ORDERING INFORMA TION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body , etc. RET AIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 T ransmission, T ransaxle, T ransfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair ser ...

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Comments (2)

Abelardo

Cómo desbloqueo el sistema antirrobo? Del cta 2003?. No enciende Yel candadito destella

Kimberly Uriarte

En mi tablero no aparece la marca de temperatura de agua, aparece de la gasolina, el kilometraje, hasta un reloj con doble aguja pero nada que me indique sobre el agua, necesito saber dónde checar la temperatura del agua para evitar un sobre calentamiento del motor o algún otro problema que se genere