Cadillac 2006 SRX Instrukcja Użytkownika

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Rear Seats...

Heated SeatsIf your vehicle is equippedwith heated front seats, thebuttons are located onthe climate control panel.There is one button for the driver

To release the parking brake, pull the release leverlocated to the left of the steering wheel on the instrumentpanel.Notice: Driving with the parking

4. Turn the key to OFF.5. Remove the key from the ignition switch and take itwith you. If you can leave your vehicle with the keyin your hand, the veh

Shifting Out of Park (P)Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lockcontrol system. You have to fully apply your regularbrakes before you can

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Running the Engine While ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But ifyou ever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION:Idling

MirrorsAutomatic Dimming Rearview Mirrorwith OnStar®The vehicle may have an automatic dimming insiderearview mirror with OnStar®controls. For moreinfo

Mirror OperationThe automatic dimming feature comes on each time thevehicle is started.To turn the automatic dimming feature on or off, pressthe on/of

To adjust for compass variance, do the following:1. Find your current location and variance zonenumber on the zone map that follows.2. Press and hold

Outside Power Heated MirrorsThe controls on thedriver’s door armrestoperate both outsiderearview mirrors.Press the left or right mirror symbol on the

Outside Automatic Dimming MirrorThe driver’s outside mirror may have an automaticdimming feature that helps to reduce glare from othervehicles headlam

Reclining SeatbacksIf your front passenger’s seat has a manual recliningseatback, the lever is located on the outboard sideof the seat.Lift the lever

OnStar®SystemOnStar®uses global positioning system (GPS) satellitetechnology, wireless communications, and live advisorsto provide you with a wide ran

Directions and Connections Plan•Advanced Automatic Collision Notification• Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment• Emergency Services• Roadside Ass

Universal Home RemoteSystemIf your vehicle has thisfeature, the controlbuttons are located onthe driver’s sun visor.The Universal Home Remote System,

Keep the original hand-held transmitter for use in othervehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remoteprogramming. It is also recommended that u

If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two secondsand then turns to a constant light, continue withSteps 6 through 8 following to complete theprogr

Using Universal Home RemotePress and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remotebutton for at least half of a second. The indicator lightwill come on w

Storage AreasGlove BoxTo open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use yourdoor key to lock or unlock it.Cupholder(s)Your vehicle has cupholders locat

Luggage Carrier{CAUTION:If you try to carry something on top of yourvehicle that is longer or wider than the luggagecarrier — like paneling, plywood,

Convenience NetIf your vehicle has a convenience net, the conveniencenet attaches to the floor or back wall of the rear ofthe vehicle using six anchor

The vehicle may have an UltraView sunroof over thefirst two rows of seats. The ignition must be on, orin accessory, or the Retained Accessory Power (RA

If your vehicle has power reclining seatbacks, thecontrol is located on the outboard side of the front seats.Press the top of the vertical control for

Sunroof (UltraView Plus){CAUTION:People who are in a crash and not wearing asafety belt properly can suffer much worseinjuries. They can hit things in

Press the front of the sunroof switch to close thesunroof. Press the switch to the first stop to close thesunroof to a desired position. Press the fron

Vehicle PersonalizationIn addition to the following features, your vehicle mayalso have features that can be programmed through theDriver Information

The vehicle must be in PARK (P) to recall the storeddriving positions.Press one of the numbered memory buttons to recallthe stored setting. Each time

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Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6Other Warning Devices ...

Fog Lamp Light ...3-46Lights On Reminder ...3-46Cruise Control Light ...

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Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of the instrument panel are the following:A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-30.B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. S

{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Even if youbuckle up, your safety belts cannot do theirjob whe

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others.They also let police know you have a problem. Yourfront and rear turn signal la

Tilt WheelA tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheelbefore you drive. You can raise it to the highest levelto give your legs more room when

Turn and Lane-Change SignalsTo signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.The lever returns automatically when the turn iscomplete.An arrow

Flash-to-PassThis feature allows you to use the high-beamheadlamps to signal the driver in front of you thatyou want to pass.Pull and hold the turn si

6 (Low Speed): Put the lever in this position forslow, steady wiping cycles.1 (High Speed): Put the lever in this position forrapid wiping cycles.If t

Rear Window Wiper/Washer{CAUTION:In freezing weather, do not use your washeruntil the windshield is warmed. Otherwise thewasher fluid can form ice on t

Headlamp WasherYour vehicle may have headlamp washers. Theheadlamp washers clear debris from the headlamplenses.The headlamp washers are located to th

+ (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever to this symbolto make the vehicle resume to a previously set speedor to accelerate when cruise is already active

Setting Cruise Control{CAUTION:If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do

Increasing Speed While Using CruiseControlThere are two ways to go to a higher speed:• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higherspeed. Press the

Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraintis closest to the top of your head. This positionreduces the chance of a neck injury in a c

Ending Cruise ControlTo end a cruise control session, step lightly on thebrake pedal.Stepping on the brake pedal will end the current cruisecontrol se

Headlamps on ReminderA warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp controlis left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp positionand the driver’s

To operate your vehicle with the DRL off, turn the exteriorlamp control off. Then turn on the fog lamps or parkinglamps, and the DRL will turn off. Th

Exterior Lighting Battery SaverIf the parking lamps or headlamps have been left on,the exterior lamps will turn off about 10 minutes afterthe ignition

Parade DimmingThis feature prohibits dimming of the instrument paneldisplays and backlighting during daylight hours whenthe key is in the ignition and

{CAUTION:Even with the Ultrasonic Rear Park Assistsystem, the driver must check carefully beforebacking up. The system does not operate abovetypical b

How the System WorksURPA comes on automatically when the shift lever ismoved into REVERSE (R) and the vehicle speed isless than 3 mph (5 km/h). When t

Accessory Power Outlet(s)Your vehicle is equipped with accessory power outlets.The outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipmentsuch as a cellul

Ashtray(s) and Cigarette LighterYour vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter.Notice: If you put papers, pins, or other flammableitems in the

Climate ControlsDual Climate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation for your vehicle.Automatic OperationAU

Rear SeatsRear Seat OperationAdjusting the Second Row SeatThe second row seat can be adjusted forward orrearward. Pull up on the lever under the seat

You can switch from English to metric units through theDriver Information Center (DIC). If you have the Baseaudio system, see DIC Main Menu on page 3-

If the airflow seems low when the fan speed is at thehighest setting, the passenger compartment air filter mayneed to be replaced. For more information,

SensorsThere is a solar sensor located on the instrument panel,near the windshield.There is also an interiortemperature sensorlocated to the right of

Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity(moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. Thiscan be minimized

Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog or frost from the rear window.The rear window defogger will only work wh

Operation Tips•Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from theair inlets at the base of the windshield thatmay block the flow of air into your vehicle.• Us

Passenger Compartment Air FilterThe passenger compartment air filter traps most of thepollen from the air entering your vehicle. Like yourvehicle’s eng

Warning Lights, Gages,and IndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will help youlocate them

Instrument Panel ClusterThe instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know howfast you’re g

Speedometer and OdometerThe speedometer lets you see your speed in eithermiles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).The odometer shows how far

The buttons that are used to operate the power foldingthird row seat are located inside of the liftgate and behindthe second row seat on the passenger

TachometerThis gage indicatesthe engine speedin revolutionsper minute (rpm).Engine Speed LimiterThis feature prevents the engine from operating at too

Airbag Readiness LightThere is an airbag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the airbag symbol. The systemchecks the airbag’s electric

Charging System LightWhen you turn the keyto ON or START, this lightwill come on briefly toshow that the generatorand battery chargingsystems are worki

If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off theroad and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedalis harder to push, or the pedal may go

Traction Control System (TCS)Warning LightIf the TC (traction control)warning light comes onand stays on, there maybe a problem with thetraction contr

Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows theengine coolanttemperature. If the gagepointer moves intothe shaded area, theengine is too hot.That r

Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engine LightYour vehicle is equippedwith a computer whichmonitors operation of thefuel, ignition, and emissioncontrol

This light should come on, as a check to show you itis working, when the ignition is on and the engine is notrunning. If the light does not come on, h

Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water?If so, your electrical system may be wet. The conditionwill usually be corrected when the electrical

Oil Pressure Light{CAUTION:Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low.If you do, your engine can become so hot thatit catches fire. You or others c

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you sh

Security LightFor informationregarding this light, seeTheft-Deterrent Systemon page 2-18.Fog Lamp LightThe fog lamps light willcome on when the foglam

Highbeam On LightThis light comes onwhenever the high-beamheadlamps are on.See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8for more information.Fuel Gag

Driver Information Center (DIC)The DIC gives you the status of many of your vehicle’ssystems. It is also used to display driver personalizationfeature

Status of Vehicle SystemsYou can view the status of several vehicle systemsusing the DIC.Vehicle Information MenuTo access this menu, press the up or

Vehicle Information Menu ItemDescriptionsThe following paragraphs contain a more detaileddescription of each menu item:OUTSIDE TEMP: If you select thi

AVG MPH (AVG KM/H): If you select this item, theaverage speed of the vehicle is displayed in miles perhour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). This a

TRANS FLUID LIFE: If you select this item, thepercentage of remaining transmission fluid life isdisplayed. If you see 99% TRANS FLUID LIFE onthe displa

DIC Main MenuAccessing the DIC Main MenuTo access the main menu of the DIC, do the following:1. Press the TUNE/SEL knob once.2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob

DIC Main Menu Item DescriptionseBASS - MID (Midrange) - TREBLE: This menuitem allows you to adjust the levels for the bass,midrange, treble, balance,

AUTOSTORE PRESETS: This menu item allows you toautomatically store radio stations with the strongestsignals as presets. See “Setting Preset Stations”

You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do havea crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one.A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can

9 (English/Metric Units): Use this menu item toadjust the measurement units.You can choose between ENGLISH UNITS andMETRIC UNITS. To switch between th

DIC Warnings and MessagesThese messages will appear if there is a problemdetected in one of your vehicle’s systems.You must acknowledge a message to c

Battery Voltage LowThis message will appear when the electrical system ischarging less than 10 volts or if the battery has beendrained.If this message

Check Brake FluidThis message will display if the ignition is in ON toinform the driver that the brake fluid level is low. Havethe brake system service

Engine Coolant Hot – AC(Air Conditioning) OffThis message displays when the engine coolantbecomes hotter than the normal operating temperature.To avoi

Fuel Level LowWhen this message appears on the display, it meansthat your vehicle is low on fuel. You should refill the fueltank as soon as possible. A

Passenger Door AjarWhen this message appears on the display, it meansthat the passenger’s side front door was not closedcompletely. You should make su

Service Idle ControlA problem with the idle control has occurred whenthis message displays. Have your vehicle serviced byyour GM dealer.Service Stabil

Service TransmissionThis message will display if there is a problem withthe transmission of your vehicle. Have your vehicleserviced by your GM dealer.

Starting Disabled – Throttle ProblemThis message appears when your vehicle’s throttlesystem is not functioning properly. Have your vehicleserviced by

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle.The rider does not stop.1-13

DIC Vehicle PersonalizationYour vehicle has personalization that allows you toprogram certain features to a preferred setting for up totwo people. The

Personalization FeaturesThe following choices are available for programming:Personalization NameThis feature allows you to type in a name that willapp

Remote Recall MemoryIf your vehicle has the optional memory package, youwill have this feature. When this feature is turned on, youcan recall any prev

To program the vehicle to a different mode, use thefollowing procedure:1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUPmenu following the instruction

Auto Exit SeatIf your vehicle has the optional memory package, youwill have this feature. When this feature is turned on, youcan recall any previously

To determine the mode to which the vehicle isprogrammed or to program the vehicle to a differentmode, use the following procedure:1. Enter the persona

Lights Flash at LockThis feature allows the exterior lamps to flash oncewhen the remote keyless entry transmitter is used tolock the vehicle. All doors

To program the vehicle to a different mode, use thefollowing procedure:1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUPmenu following the instruction

Driver Unlock in ParkThe feature allows the driver’s door to automaticallyunlock when the transmission is shifted into PARK (P).Programmable ModesMode

If this feature is selected, Driver Unlock in Park,Doors Unlock in Park, or Doors Unlock Key Outcannot be selected.The mode you selected is now set. Y

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CADILLAC,the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and the name SRX areregistered trademarks of General Motors Corporation.Thi

The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel...1-14

Doors Unlock Key OutThis feature allows the doors to automatically unlockwhen the key is removed from the ignition.Programmable ModesMode 1: ONMode 2:

To program the vehicle to a different mode, use thefollowing procedure:1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUPmenu following the instruction

Mirror to Curb in ReverseIf your vehicle has the optional memory package, youwill have this feature. When this feature is turned on,the passenger’s ou

Enhanced Chime VolumeThis feature allows you to adjust the volume level of thevehicle’s warning chimes. The chime volume cannotbe turned off, only adj

Audio System(s)Driving without distraction is a necessity for a saferdriving experience. See Defensive Driving on page 4-2.By taking a few moments to

Added sound equipment may interfere with theoperation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or othersystems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’ssystems ma

Radio with CDRadio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stationsthat broadcas

XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceXM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the48 contiguous United States and in Canada (if available).XM™ offers ov

3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to turn AVC on or off.An X will appear in the box when AVC is selected on.4. Press the CLR button to exit the display. To r

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmedon the six numbered firm ke

or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance,and your strongest bon

PRESETS HOME/AWAY: This feature gives you theability to store two different kinds of station presets.HOME can be used for stations available where you

AUDIO EQUALIZER: This feature allows you to selectcustomized equalization settings. To choose anequalization setting (EQ0 through EQ5), perform thefol

Using DSPAvailable only with the premium Bose®audio system,this feature is used to provide a choice of five differentlistening experiences: DSP normal,

MSG (Message): If the current RDS station has amessage, MSG will appear on the display. The messagemay display the artist, song title, call in phone n

Activating Category (CAT) Stations(RDS and XM™)CAT allows you to search for stations with specific typesof music. The selectable categories are POP, EA

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo CAT Info Category Namenot availableNo category information is available at

Using the Single CD PlayerInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in. If the ignition and the radio are on theCD will

F3 RDM (Random): Press this firm key to listen tothe tracks in random, rather than sequential, order.RANDOM will appear on the display. Press RDM again

Notice: If you add any label to a CD, insert morethan one CD into the slot at a time, or attemptto play scratched or damaged CDs, you coulddamage the

Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in anaccide

CD REV { (Reverse): Press this firm key to go to theprevious track. Press and hold this firm key to reversequickly within the track. Release the firm key

CD MessagesIf the CD comes out, it could be for one of the followingreasons:• If it is very hot. When the temperature returns tonormal, the CD should

8. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob to find the feature thatyou would like to store to the key.9. Press the TUNE/SEL knob when you have foundthe feature to be st

Each set of headphones has a volume knob. To adjustthe volume, adjust this knob.The transmitters are located above the video displayscreen. The headph

How to Change the Video Format whenin the Auxiliary ModeThe auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC. Insome countries, the video format may be

The RSE system is capable of outputting audio tothe vehicle speakers by using the radio. The RSEsystem may be selected as an audio source on the radio

DVD Player ButtonsO(Power): Press this button to turn the RSE systemon and off.X (Eject): Press this button to eject a DVD or CD.SRCE (Source): Press

n, q, p, o (Menu Navigation): Use the arrowkeys to navigate through a menu.r (Enter): Press this button to select items withina menu.If your vehicle i

Ejecting a DiscPress the eject button on the DVD player faceplateto eject the disc. There is not an eject button onthe remote control.If a disc is eje

Remote ControlTo use the remote control, aim it at the transmitterwindow above the video screen and press the desiredbutton. Direct sunlight or very b

The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt acrossyou very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go backslightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt

y (Menu): Press this button to access the DVDmain menu.z (Display): Press this button to switch the videoscreen display features: color, contrast, bri

| (Angle): Press this button to open a menu that willoperate only when a DVD is playing. The format andcontent of this function will vary for each dis

Battery ReplacementTo change the batteries, do the following:1. Remove the battery compartment door located onthe bottom of the remote control.2. Repl

Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont’d)Problem Recommended ActionThe disc was ejected,but it was pulled backinto the DVD player.The disc is being stor

Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont’d)Problem Recommended ActionThe auxiliary source isrunning but there is nopicture or sound.Press the MODE buttont

Cleaning the DVD PlayerWhen cleaning the outside DVD faceplate and buttons,use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water.Cleaning the Video ScreenP

g (Voice Recognition): If your vehicle has thenavigation system, press this button to initiate voicerecognition. See “Voice Recognition” in the Naviga

FM StereoFM stereo will give the best sound, but FM signalswill reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km).Tall buildings or hills can interfere wi

Diversity Antenna SystemThe AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear quarterglass windows, located in the rear of the vehicle onthe driver and passen

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drivedefensively.Please start with a very im

Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and drivingis a national tragedy. It is the number one contributorto the highway death toll,

It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, ifthe same person drank three double martinis (3 ouncesor 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour,

The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcoholin one drink. No amount of coffee or number of coldshowers will speed that up. “I will be car

BrakingSee Brake System Warning Light on page 3-38.Braking action involves perception time andreaction time.First, you have to decide to push on the b

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advancedelectronic braking system that will help prevent abraking skid.When y

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressurefaster than any driver could. The computer isprogrammed to make the most of available tire androad c

Traction Control System (TCS)Your vehicle has a traction control system that limitswheel spin. This is especially useful in slipperyroad conditions. O

To turn the system off,press the TC (tractioncontrol) button locatednear the shift lever.If you press the TC (traction control) button once, thetracti

StabiliTrak®SystemYour vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stabilityenhancement system called StabiliTrak®.Itisanadvanced computer controlled system th

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) SystemIf your vehicle is equipped with this feature, enginepower is sent to all four wheels all the time. This is likefour-wheel

Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through thecurve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait toaccelerate until you are out of the curve, a

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have droppedoff the edge of a road onto the shoulder while youare driving.If the level of the shou

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want topass while you are awaiting an opportunity. Forone thing, following too closely reduces your areaof v

Loss of ControlLet us review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems — brakes,steering, and acceleration — do not ha

Off-Road DrivingThis off-road guide is for vehicles that have all-wheeldrive. If your vehicle does not have all-wheel drive, youshould not drive off-r

Loading Your Vehicle for Off-RoadDrivingThere are some important things to remember abouthow to load your vehicle.• The heaviest things should be on t

Environmental ConcernsOff-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfyingrecreation. However, it also raises environmentalconcerns. We recognize the

Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-roaddriving. One of the best ways to control your vehicleis to control your speed. Here are some

When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keepa firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs, or othersurface features can jerk the wheel out o

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm.It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

Approaching a HillWhen you approach a hill, you need to decide if it isone of those hills that is just too steep to climb, descend,or cross. Steepness

• Ease up on your speed as you approach thetop of the hill.• Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you morevisible to approaching traffic on trails or h

Here are some things you must not do if you stall,or are about to stall, when going up a hill.• Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting intoNEUTR

{CAUTION:Heavy braking when going down a hill cancause your brakes to overheat and fade. Thiscould cause loss of control and a seriousaccident. Apply

Driving Across an InclineSooner or later, an off-road trail will probably goacross the incline of a hill. If this happens, you haveto decide whether t

Stalling on an InclineIf your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline,be sure you, and any passengers, get out on theuphill side, even if the

Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or IceWhen you drive in mud, snow, or sand, the wheelswill not get good traction. You cannot accelerateas quickly, turning

Driving in WaterHeavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood watersdemand extreme caution.Find out how deep the water is before you drivethrough it. If

After Off-Road DrivingRemove any brush or debris that has collected onthe underbody, chassis, or under the hood. Theseaccumulations can be a fire hazar

No one can see as well at night as in the daytime.But as we get older these differences increase.A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as mu

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you would not ha

Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On awet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as wellbecause your ti

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can buildup under your tires that they can actually ride onthe water. This can happen if the road

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are thesafest of all roads. But the

When you want to leave the freeway, move to theproper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit,do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up.Dr

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis, lack

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you areplanning to visit there, here are some tips that canmake your trips safer and more enjoyable. Se

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency suppliesin you

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meetthe road probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice betwee

Your anti-lock brake system (ABS) improves yourvehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on aslippery road. Even though you have ABS, you willwant

To 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 t

You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide)

Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engineagain and repeat this only when you feel really

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. Thatwill clear the area around your front wheels. If yourvehicle has

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehiclecapacity weight and includes

The Tire and Loading Information label also showsthe size of the original equipment tires (C) andthe recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For

Item Description TotalAVehicle CapacityWeight for Example 1 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtractOccupant Weight150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 =300 lbs (136 kg)CAvailable

Item Description TotalAVehicle CapacityWeight for Example 3 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtractOccupant Weight200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)CAvailab

The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximumweights for the front and rear axles, called GrossAxle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actu

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your dealer or a professional towing serviceif you need to have your disabled vehicle towed.See Roadside Service on p

Dolly TowingNotice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with allfour wheels on the ground, or even with only two ofits wheels on the ground, will damage

Right Front Passenger PositionTo learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safetybelt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-16.The right front p

Towing a Trailer{CAUTION:If you do not use the correct equipment anddrive properly, you can lose control when youpull a trailer. For example, if the t

If You Do Decide to Pull a TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:• There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, having

Look in the following chart to find the maximum trailerweight for your vehicle.PackageMaximumTrailer Weight *GCWRBase2,000 lbs(907 kg)6,853 lbs(3 808 k

If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch or aweight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue (A) shouldweigh 10-15 percent of the total loaded trailer we

But let’s say your specific vehicle is equipped with someof the latest options and you have a front seat passengerand two rear seat passengers with som

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upperlimit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers onthe Certifica

Driving with a TrailerTowing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to getto know your ri

Turn Signals When Towing a TrailerWhen you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need adifferent turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Checkwith your deal

When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:• start your engine,• shift into a gea

Service ...5-3Accessories and Modifications ...5-3California Propositio

IndexA good place to quickly locate information about thevehicle is the Index in the back of the manual. It isan alphabetical list of what is in the m

Lap-Shoulder BeltAll rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts.Here is how to wear one properly.1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across

Different Size Tires and Wheels ...5-68Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...5-68Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

Doing Your Own Service Work{CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enou

Adding Equipment to the Outsideof Your VehicleThings you might add to the outside of your vehiclecan affect the airflow around it. This may causewind n

Gasoline SpecificationsAt a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTMspecification D 4814 in the United States orCAN/CGSB-3.5 in Canada. Some gasolines maycont

Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel thatcontains methanol. Do not use fuel containingmethanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuelsyste

Filling the Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to youand others, read and follow all

While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from thehook on the fuel door.{CAUTION:If you spill fuel and then something ignites it,you could be badly

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it.It is located inside the vehicle on the lower lef

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones. A

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 3.6L V6 engine, you will see the following:5-12

A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Blockon page 5-97.B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “AddingWasher Fluid” under Windshield Washer F

When you open the hood on the 4.6L V8 engine, you will see the following:5-14

A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Blockon page 5-97.B. Battery. See Battery on page 5-42.C. Passenger Compartment Air Filter. See PassengerC

Engine OilYour vehicle may havean oil pressure light onthe instrument cluster.There is also an Oil Pressure Low — Stop Enginemessage on the Driver Inf

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of thedipstick, you will need to add at least one quart/liter of oil.But y

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseFor V6 Engine Vehicles OnlyLook for two things:• GM6094MYour vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GMStandard GM6094M. Y

Oils meeting theserequirements shouldalso have the starburstsymbol on the container.This symbol indicatesthat the oil has beencertified by the American

For V8 Engine Vehicles OnlyLook for two things:• GM4718MYour vehicle’s engine requires a special oilmeeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meetingthis stan

Oils meeting theserequirements shouldalso have the starburstsymbol on the container.This symbol indicatesthat the oil has beencertified by the American

Rear Safety Belt Comfort GuidesRear shoulder belt comfort guides provide added safetybelt comfort for older children who have outgrownbooster seats an

Engine Oil Life SystemWhen to Change Engine OilYour vehicle has a computer system that lets youknow when to change the engine oil and filter. This isba

Base Audio SystemPress the CLR button located to the right of theDIC display to acknowledge the Change Engine Oilmessage. This will clear the message

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterThe engine air cleaner/filter is in the enginecompartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle,near the front. See Engine Compa

4. The two sides of the airbox are hinged at thebottom. Open the airbox by pushing the top ofthe airbox cover toward the engine.5. Remove the air filte

How to Reset the Change TransmissionFluid Message and the TransmissionFluid IndicatorAfter the transmission fluid has been changed, theChange Trans Flu

Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL®maycause premature engine, heater core, or radiatorcorrosion. In addition, the engine coolant mayrequire cha

Checking CoolantThe coolant surge tank and pressure cap are located onthe driver’s side of the vehicle, toward the rear of theengine compartment. See

Adding CoolantIf you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when theengine is cool.{CAUTION:You can be

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood.Stay away from the engin

If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam,try this for a minute or so:1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N)while stopped

4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-23.Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses theshoulder.

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Electric Engine Cooling FansB. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure

When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be ator slightly above the FULL COLD/FROID line on theside of the coolant surge tank. If it is not,

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge TankIf you have not found a problem yet, check to see ifcoolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is vis

{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine parts are hotenough

3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture,to slightly above the FULL COLD/FROID line on theside of the coolant surge tank.4. With the coo

Power Steering FluidSee Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12for reservoir location.When to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regular

Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure toread the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If youwill be opera

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12for the location of ther

Checking Brake FluidYou can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap.Look at the brake fluidreservoir. The fluid levelshould be above MIN.If it i

Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea high-pitched warning sound when the brake p

Safety Belt PretensionersYour vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driverand right front passenger. Although you cannot seethem, they are loc

BatteryYour vehicle has a maintenance free battery. Whenit is time for a new battery, get one that has thereplacement number shown on the original bat

1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-voltbattery with a negative ground system.Notice: If the other vehicle’s system is not a 12-voltsystem w

Your vehicle has a remote negative (−) groundlocation, as shown in the illustration. It is locatedbetween the battery and the underhood fuse block.You

{CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doingthis, and some have been blinded. Use aflashlight if

6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the dead battery. Use a remotepositive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.7. Do

A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part orRemote Negative (−) TerminalB. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) andRemote Negative (−) TerminalsC. Dead Bat

All-Wheel DriveAll of the lubricant checks in this section apply to yourvehicle. If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, thereis an additional system

Rear AxleWhen to Check LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunusual noise. A

Front AxleWhen to Check and Change LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly check the front axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear a

Your vehicle may have HID headlamps. After yourvehicle’s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced,you may notice that the beam is a slightly differentshade

Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts?A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt andget the additional restraint a shoulder belt canpr

4. Lift the wiper blade assembly up so it is in aT-shaped position. You should be able to see a tab.5. Squeeze the tab together and pull the wiper bla

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

Winter TiresIf you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roadsoften, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle.All season tires provide good

(A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of lettersand numbers used to define a particular tire’s width,height, aspect ratio, construction type an

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire ortemporary use tire has a tread life of approximately3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be drivenat

Tire SizeThe following illustration shows an example of a typicalpassenger vehicle tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion o

Tire Terminology and DefinitionsAir Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressingoutward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressureis express

Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire.Maximum Inflation Pressure: The maximum ai

UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards):A tire information system that provides consumerswith ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature, andtr

A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to thevehicle’s center pillar, below the driver’s door latch.This label lists your vehicle’s original

Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt,but the child is so small that the shoulder beltis very close to the child’s face or neck?A: If the

High Speed Operation{CAUTION:Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h)or higher, puts an additional strain on tires.Sustained high-speed driving caus

Using the Driver Information Center (DIC), tire pressurelevels can be viewed by the driver. For additionalinformation and details about the DIC operat

TPM Sensor Identification CodesEach TPM sensor has a unique identification code. Anytime you replace one or more of the TPM sensors,the identification co

10. After hearing the confirming double horn chirp,for the left rear tire, exit the matching processby turning the ignition switch to OFF.11. Set all f

When It Is Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it istime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave onl

{CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to lose controlwhile driving. If you mix tires of different sizes(other than those originally installed on yourv

Different Size Tires and WheelsIf you add wheels or tires that are a different size thanyour original equipment wheels and tires, this mayaffect the w

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified government

Wheel Alignment and Tire BalanceThe tires and wheels on your vehicle were alignedand balanced carefully at the factory to give you thelongest tire lif

{CAUTION:Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheelbolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can bedangerous. It could affect the braking andhandling of your

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

If a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving,especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly.If air goes out

{CAUTION:Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehiclecan slip off the jack and roll over or fall on youor other people. You and they could be badlyin

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you will need is located in the rearof the vehicle. To access the equipment, do thefollowing:1. Remove

4. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lowerthe spare tire to the ground. Continue turning thewrench until the spare tire (D) can be pulledout f

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare TireTo remove the flat tire and install the spare, do thefollowing:1. Loosen the wheel nuts, but do not

{CAUTION:Raising your vehicle with the jack improperlypositioned can damage the vehicle and evenmake the vehicle fall. To help avoid personalinjury an

7. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrenchclockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off theground for the compact spare tire to fit underthe vehicl

{CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. Ifyou do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheelcould fall off, causing a serious accident.9. Remove

{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to come looseand even come off. This could lead to anaccident. Be

Secondary Latch SystemYour vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoistassembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It isdesigned to stop the compa

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby does notweigh much — until a crash. During a crash ababy will

3. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack and raisethe jack at least 10 turns.4. Place the jack under the vehicle, ahead of therear bumper. Position the

Storing a Flat or Spare Tireand Tools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury.

Storing the Flat Tire with aFlat Load Floor1. Put back all tools as they were stored in the rearstorage compartment and put the compartmentcover back

3. Tilt the retainer downward and slip it throughthe center hole of the spare tire.Makesure the retainer is fully seated acrossthe underside of the wh

Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflatedwhen the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation pressure

Appearance CareCleaning the Inside of Your VehicleYour vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it iscleaned often. Although not always vi

Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleanersor techniques:• Never use a knife or any other sharp object toremove a soil from any interior su

If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaneror spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercialupholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be us

Wood PanelsUse a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water(use mild dish washing soap). Dry the woodimmediately with a clean cloth.Speaker CoversVacu

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and acar washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.Follow instructio

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder beltsof

Aluminum or Chrome-Plated WheelsThe vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum orchrome-plated wheels.Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion materi

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescription UsagePolishing ClothWax-TreatedInterior and exteriorpolishing cloth.Tar and RoadOil RemoverRemoves tar, r

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNotice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer first. Someelectrica

Underhood Fuse BlockThe underhood fuse block is located in the enginecompartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.See Engine Compartment Overvie

Relays UsagePARK LAMPRELAY MICROParking LampsHORN RELAYMICROHornHI BEAMRELAY MICROHigh-Beam HeadlampsDRL RELAYMICRO-OPTDaytime Running LampsLO BEAMREL

J Cases UsageLOW FAN Low Cooling Fan MotorBLOWER PWM Fan Motor AssemblySTARTER Starter SolenoidEBCM Electronic Brake Control ModuleFuses UsageRT PARKP

Fuses UsageSPARE Not UsedSPARE Not UsedIGN SWIgnition Switch (Power to IGN-3and CRANK)VOLT CHECK DIMECM/TCMECM, TCM, IPC,PASS-Key®III+ ModuleWPR MOD W

Rear Underseat Fuse Block(Driver Side)The driver’s side rear fuse block is located under therear seat on the driver’s side of the vehicle. The carpetm

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice te

Q: What are the different types of add-on childrestraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by thevehicle’s owner, are available in four

Fuses UsageL FRT HTDSEAT MODDriver’s Heated Seat ModuleMEM/ADAPTSEATDriver’s Power Seat Switch,Memory Seat ModuleTHEFTUniversal Garage Door Opener,Int

Rear Underseat Fuse Block(Passenger Side)The passenger’s side rear fuse block is located underthe rear seat on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.The

Fuses UsageINTERIORLAMPHush Panel Lamps, Puddle Lamps,Overhead Courtesy Lamp AssemblyRTFRT DR MODPassenger’s Door ModuleRIMRear Integration Module (RI

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants on

Engine SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap3.6L V6 (LY7) 7 Automatic 0.044 inches (1.1 mm)4.6L V8 (LH2) A Automatic 0.040 inches (

Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

Because of all the different ways people use theirvehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need morefrequent checks and replacements. So please readt

The proper replacement parts, fluids, and lubricants touse are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricantson page 6-12 and Normal Maintenance Replaceme

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-16. Reset oil life system.See Engine Oi

{CAUTION:The body structure of a young child is quiteunlike that of an adult or older child, for whomthe safety belts are designed. A young child’ship

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000(41 500)50,000(83 000)75,000(125 000)100,000(166 000)125,000(207 500)150,000(

(d) Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking.Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damagedor that streak or miss areas of the windshield.

Owner Checks and ServicesThese owner checks and services should be performedat the intervals specified to help ensure the safety,dependability and emis

At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or other

Ignition Transmission Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition to OFF in each shift lever position.• The igniti

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number, or specification may be obtained fromyour dealer.Usage Fluid

Usage Fluid/LubricantWindshieldWasherGM Optikleen®Washer Solvent.PowerSteeringSystemGM Power Steering Fluid(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184,in Canada 890211

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.Part GM P

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service andthe type of services per

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint withthe seating surface against the back of the infant.The harness system holds the infant in place a

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-16

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-17

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-18

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Cadillac. Normally,

STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer arecommitted to making sure you are completely satisfiedwith your new vehicle. However, if you continue

Online Owner CenterThe Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownershipneeds. Specific vehicle information can be found inone place.The Online Owner Ce

United States — Customer AssistanceCadillac Customer Assistance CenterCadillac Motor Car DivisionP.O. Box 33169Detroit, MI 48232-51691-800-458-80061-8

GM Mobility ReimbursementProgramThis program, available to qualified applicants,can reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost ofeligible aftermarket adapt

Cadillac Owner Privileges™Roadside Service provides several Cadillac OwnerPrivileges™ at “no charge,” throughout your CadillacWarranty Period — 48 mon

A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Somebooster seats have a shoulder belt positi

Courtesy TransportationTo enhance your ownership experience, we and ourparticipating dealers are proud to offer CourtesyTransportation, a customer sup

Courtesy Rental VehicleYour dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesyrental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehiclethat you obtain if yo

Vehicle Data Collection and EventData RecordersYour vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, hasa number of sophisticated computer systems thatmonit

In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may:• use the data for GM research needs,• make it available for research where appropriateconfident

Repair FacilityGM also recommends that you choose a collision repairfacility that meets your needs before you ever needcollision repairs. Your GM deal

• Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it istowed away. Make sure this includes your insuranceinformation and registration if you keep thesei

If another party’s insurance company is paying for therepairs, you are not obligated to accept a repairvaluation based on that insurance company’s col

Reporting Safety Defects toGeneral MotorsIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada)in a situation like this, we certainly hope you willnotif

Service BulletinsService Bulletins give technical service informationneeded to knowledgeably service General Motorscars and trucks. Each bulletin cont

AAccessories and Modifications ... 5-3Accessory Power Outlet(s) ... 3-23Adding Equipment to Your A

When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is,it will have a label saying that it meets fe

Audio System(s) (cont.)Radio with CD ... 3-82Setting the Time ... 3-81

Child RestraintsChild Restraint Systems ... 1-35Infants and Young Children ... 1-31Lower Anchors a

Customer Assistance Information (cont.)Reporting Safety Defects to the CanadianGovernment ... 7-14Reporting S

EngineAir Cleaner/Filter ... 5-24Battery ... 5-42Check and S

GGageEngine Coolant Temperature ... 3-41Fuel ... 3-47Speedometer ...

JJump Starting ... 5-42KKeyless Entry System ... 2-4Keys ...

Locks (cont.)Power Door ... 2-9Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 2-10Rear Door Security L

OOdometer ... 3-35Odometers, Trip ... 3-35Off-Road Drivi

QQuestions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 1-15RRadios ... 3-80Care of Your CD and DVD

SSafety BeltPretensioners ... 1-28Reminder Light ... 3-36Safety Be

Wherever you install a child restraint, be sure to securethe child restraint properly.Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint canmove around in

Spare Tire (cont.)Removing ... 5-74Storing ... 5-8

Tires (cont.)Pressure Monitor System ... 5-62Removing the Flat Tire ... 5-76Removing the Spar

WWarning Lights, Gages and Indicators ... 3-33WarningsDIC Warnings and Messages ... 3-57Hazard Warning Flashers ...

Lower AnchorsLower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle.There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seatingposition that will accommodate

Some top tether-equipped child restraints are designedfor use with or without the top tether being attached.Others require the top tether always to be

To assist you in locatingthe top tether anchors, thetop tether anchor symbolis located near the toptether anchors.There are two top tether anchors loc

Securing a Child Restraint Designed forthe LATCH System{CAUTION:If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attachedto anchors, the restraint will not be a

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:v

5. If the child restraint is forward-facing, attach andtighten the top tether to the top tether anchor.Refer to the child restraint instructions andth

Securing a Child Restraint in aRear Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children(

3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.4. Pull the r

5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for

3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulderportions of the vehicle’s safety belt through oraround the restraint. The child restraint inst

6. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder beltwhile you push down on the child restraint.You may find it helpful to use your knee to pushdown on

Here are the most important things to know about theairbag system:{CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crashif you are not wearing your

{CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact airbags inflatewith great force, faster than the blink of aneye. If you are too close to an inflating airbag,as yo

There is an airbagreadiness light on theinstrument panel, whichshows the airbag symbol.The system checks the airbag electrical system formalfunctions.

✍ NOTESvi

The front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrumentpanel on the passenger’s side.The driver’s side impact airbag is in the side of thedriver’s s

The right front passenger’s side impact airbag is in theside of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.The roof-mounted side impact airbag for t

The roof-mounted side impact airbag for the frontpassenger and the passenger directly behind the frontpassenger is in the ceiling above the side windo

When Should an Airbag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal ornear-front

Roof-mounted side impact airbags are “rollover capable”and are intended to inflate in moderate to severe sidecrashes or during a rollover. Roof-mounted

What Will You See After anAirbag Inflates?After frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impactairbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly thatsome pe

Your vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlockthe doors and turn the interior lamps on when theairbags inflate (if battery power is availabl

Servicing Your Airbag-EquippedVehicleAirbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the airbag system in several placesaround y

Restraint System CheckChecking the Restraint SystemsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminder lightand all your belts, buckles, latch plates, r

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systemsin your vehicle. A damaged restraint systemmay not prope

Front Seats ...1-2Manual Passenger Seat ...1-2Power Seats ...

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Keys ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Storage Areas ...2-46Glove Box ...2-46Cupholder(s) ...

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

One key works all ofthe lock cylinders onthe vehicle.Your vehicle has an Immobilizer Vehicle Theft-DeterrentSystem. The key has a transponder in the k

At times you may notice a decrease in range. This isnormal for any remote keyless entry system. If thetransmitter does not work or if you have to stan

If your vehicle is programmed for remote confirmation,the doors must be closed for this feature to work. Ifa door is open, remote confirmation will be c

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your remote keylessentry transmitter should last about four years.You can tell the battery is weak

Doors and Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amoving vehicle.

Central Door Unlocking SystemYour vehicle has a central door unlocking feature.When unlocking the driver’s door, you can unlock theother doors by hold

Front SeatsManual Passenger SeatYour vehicle may have a manual passenger seat.To adjust the seat, lift the bar under the front of the seatto unlock it

Programmable AutomaticDoor LocksYour vehicle is programmed so that when the doors areclosed, the ignition is on and the shift lever is movedout of PAR

When you want to open a rear door when the securitylock is on, do the following:1. Unlock the door using the remote keyless entrytransmitter, the fron

Power LiftgatePower Liftgate OperationYour vehicle has a power liftgate. The vehicle must bein PARK (P) to power open or close the liftgate.The liftga

Obstacle Detection FeaturesIf the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a poweropen or close cycle, a warning chime will sound and theliftgate will a

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

Power WindowsThe power windowswitches are located onthe armrest near eachwindow. Press the up ordown arrows on theswitches to raise orlower the window

To program each front window, follow these steps:1. With the ignition in ACCESSORY, ON, or whenRetained Accessory Power (RAP) is active,close all door

Window LockoutThis feature allows you to disable the passengerwindow switches.The passenger windowlockout button is locatedbelow the power windowswitc

Theft-Deterrent SystemsVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we know

Testing the Alarm1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, thenget out of the vehicle, keeping the door open.2. From outside of the vehicle, w

• Move the front of the horizontal control up or down toraise or lower the front part of the cushion.• Move the rear of the horizontal control up or d

Immobilizer OperationYour vehicle is equippedwith a passivetheft-deterrent system.The system works when you turn the key to ON. Thekey uses a transpon

To program a new key do the following:1. Verify that the new key has PK3+ stamped on it.2. Insert the current driver’s key in the ignitionand start th

Ignition PositionsWith the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the keyto four different positions.Notice: If your key seems stuck in OFF and youc

Steering Column Ignition Lock ReleaseIf your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery withlow voltage, you can still release the ignition lock andremov

Starting the EngineMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine will not start in any other position — thatis a safety feature. To res

Engine Coolant HeaterYour vehicle may be equipped with an enginecoolant heater.In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the enginecoolant heater c

Automatic Transmission OperationThe shift lever is located on the center console betweenthe front seats.There are several differentpositions for the s

Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before startingthe engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmissionshift lock control system. You must f

AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is fornormal driving. If you need more power for passing,and you are:• Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push t

2. Press the shift lever forward to upshift or rearwardto downshift.The odometer on the instrument panel cluster willchange from the mileage to a numb