CADILLAC DTS 2007 1.G Owners Manual

HEATING WASH (Washer) FLUID
WASH (Washer) WIPES PENDING
This message displays when you turn on the
heated washer uid system. See “Heated Washer
Fluid” underWindshield Washer on page 175
for more information.
HOOD OPEN
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when the hood is not
closed completely. Make sure that the hood is
completely closed.
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE
This message displays when the outside
temperature is cold enough to create icy road
conditions.
LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when the driver’s side rear
door is not closed completely. Make sure that
the door is closed completely.
NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS PEDAL
APPLIED
This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) is engaged and you are pressing
the accelerator pedal enough to disable ACC
automatic braking. SeeAdaptive Cruise Control
on page 179for more information.
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OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while
the engine oil pressure is low, severe engine
damage may occur. If a low oil pressure
warning appears on the instrument panel
cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon
as possible. Do not drive the vehicle until
the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected.
SeeEngine Oil on page 365for more
information.
This message displays when the vehicle’s engine
oil pressure is low. The oil pressure light also
appears on the instrument panel cluster.
SeeOil Pressure Light on page 237.
A multiple chime sounds when this message
is displayed. SeeEngine Oil on page 365for
more information.
Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage
can result from driving a vehicle with low oil
pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your
dealer as soon as possible when this message
is displayed.
PARKING ASSIST OFF
If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Front and Rear
Parking Assist (UFRPA) system, after the vehicle is
shifted out of PARK (P), this message displays to
remind the driver that the UFRPA system has
been turned off. Press the set/reset button to
acknowledge this message and clear it from the
DIC display. To turn the UFRPA system back on,
see “PARKING ASSIST” underDIC Controls and
Displays on page 240. SeeUltrasonic Front and
Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) on page 202for more
information.
PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when the passenger’s side
front door is not closed completely. Make sure
that the door is closed completely.
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RADAR CRUISE NOT READY
This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) system will not activate due to a
temporary condition. Your vehicle does not require
service. If this message appears when you
attempt to activate the system, continue driving
for several minutes and then try activating
the system again. SeeAdaptive Cruise Control
on page 179for more information.
RAINSENSE WIPERS ACTIVE
If your vehicle has Rainsense™ II wipers, this
message displays while this feature is active.
SeeRainsense™ II Wipers on page 173for more
information.
REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays while you are matching
a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your
vehicle. See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle” underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 96andDIC Controls
and Displays on page 240for more information.
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
This message displays when the battery in
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
needs to be replaced. To replace the battery,
see “Battery Replacement” underRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 96.
RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when the passenger’s side
rear door is not closed completely. Make sure
that the door is closed completely.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays when there is a problem
with the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced
by your dealer immediately. SeeAirbag Readiness
Light on page 226for more information.
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SERVICE A/C SYSTEM
This message displays when the air delivery mode
door or the electronic sensors that control the air
conditioning and heating systems are no longer
working. Have the climate control system serviced
by your dealer if you notice a drop in heating and air
conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING
SYSTEM
This message displays when a problem with the
charging system has been detected. The charging
system light also displays on the instrument
panel cluster. SeeCharging System Light on
page 229for more information. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with the
brake system. The brake system warning light and
the anti-lock brake system warning light may also
be displayed on the instrument panel cluster.
SeeBrake System Warning Light on page 229andAnti-Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 230
for more information. If this happens, stop as soon
as possible and turn off the vehicle. Restart the
vehicle and check for the message on the DIC
display. If the message is displayed or appears
again when you begin driving, the brake system
needs service. See your dealer as soon as
possible. SeeBrakes on page 387for more
information.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays if the ignition is on to
inform the driver that the brake uid level is low.
Have the brake system serviced by your dealer as
soon as possible.
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST
If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Front and Rear
Parking Assist (UFRPA) system, this message
displays if there is a problem with the UFRPA
system. Do not use this system to help you park.
SeeUltrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist
(UFRPA) on page 202for more information.
See your dealer for service.
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SERVICE POWER STEERING
Your vehicle may have a speed variable assist
steering system. SeeSteering on page 312.
This message displays if a problem is detected
with the speed variable assist steering system.
When this message is displayed, you may notice
that the effort required to steer the vehicle
decreases or feels lighter, but you will still be
able to steer the vehicle.
SERVICE RADAR CRUISE
This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) system and the Forward Collision
Alert (FCA) system are disabled and need service.
See your dealer.
SERVICE STABILITRAK
Your vehicle may have a vehicle stability
enhancement system called StabiliTrak®.
SeeStabiliTrak®System on page 311.
This message displays if there has been a
problem detected with the StabiliTrak
®system.If this message comes on while you are driving,
pull off the road as soon as possible and stop
carefully. Try resetting the system by turning
the ignition off then back on. If this message
still stays on or comes back on again while you
are driving, your vehicle needs service. Have
the StabiliTrak
®system inspected by your dealer
as soon as possible.
SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS (System)
This message displays when the magnetic ride
control or automatic leveling control system is not
operating properly. Have your vehicle serviced by
your dealer.
SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem
with the theft-deterrent system programmed in the
key. A fault has been detected in the system which
means that the system is disabled and it is not
protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts;
however, you may want to take the vehicle to
your dealer before turning off the engine. See
PASS-Key
®III+ Operation on page 115for more
information.
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SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
This message displays if a part on the Tire
Pressure Monitor (TPM) system is not working
properly. If you drive your vehicle while any of
the four sensors are missing or inoperable,
the warning comes on in about 20 minutes.
A sensor would be missing, for example,
if you put different wheels on your vehicle
without transferring the sensors. If the warning
comes on and stays on, there may be a problem
with the TPM. See your dealer.
SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL
This message displays when there is a problem
with the Traction Control System (TCS). When
this message is displayed, the system will not limit
wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See
your dealer for service. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 309for more information.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays when there is a problem
with the vehicle’s transaxle. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays when a non-emissions
related malfunction occurs. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer as soon as possible.
SET SPD (Speed)
If your vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC),
this message displays whenever the cruise control
is set. First, the “CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH
(km/h)” message appears. After a few seconds,
the “CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH (km/h)” message
clears and the message “SET SPD XX” displays
at the bottom of the DIC. See “CRUISE SET TO
XXX MPH (km/h)” earlier in this section and
Adaptive Cruise Control on page 179for more
information.
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX MPH (km/h)
This message displays when your vehicle speed
is limited to 80 mph (128 km/h) because the
vehicle detects a problem in the speed variable
assist steering, magnetic ride control, or automatic
leveling control systems. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
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STABILITRAK NOT READY
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message may
display and the Traction Control System and
StabiliTrak
®Warning Light on the instrument panel
cluster may be on after rst driving the vehicle
and exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h) for 30 seconds.
The StabiliTrak
®system is not functional until
the light has turned off. SeeStabiliTrak®System
on page 311for more information.
STARTING DISABLED SERVICE
THROTTLE
This message displays when your vehicle’s throttle
system is not functioning properly. Have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
THEFT ATTEMPTED
This symbol appears
with this message.This message displays if the content theft-deterrent
system has detected a break-in attempt while
you were away from your vehicle. SeeContent
Theft-Deterrent on page 113for more information.
TIGHTEN GAS CAP
This message displays when the fuel cap has not
been fully tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to
ensure that it is on and tightened properly.
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays when the Tire Pressure
Monitor (TPM) system is re-learning the tire
positions on your vehicle. SeeTire Pressure
Monitor System on page 414. The tire positions
must be re-learned after rotating the tires or
after replacing a tire or sensor. SeeTire Inspection
and Rotation on page 418andInation - Tire
Pressure on page 411for more information.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when the Traction Control
System (TCS) is turned off. Adjust your driving
accordingly. SeeTraction Control System
(TCS) on page 309for more information.
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TRACTION CONTROL ON
This message displays when the Traction
Control System (TCS) is turned on. SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 309for more
information.
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE
This message displays when the transaxle uid
in your vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle
and allow it to idle until the transaxle cools
down or until this message is removed.
TRUNK OPEN
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when the trunk is not
closed completely. Make sure that the trunk is
closed completely.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays as a reminder to turn
off the turn signal if you drive your vehicle for more
than about 1 mile (1.6 km) with a turn signal on.
A multiple chime sounds when this message
is displayed.
WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when your vehicle is low
on windshield washer uid. Rell the windshield
washer uid reservoir as soon as possible.
SeeWindshield Washer Fluid on page 386for
more information.
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DIC Vehicle Customization
Your vehicle has customization capabilities that
allow you to program certain features to one
preferred setting. Customization features can only
be programmed to one setting on the vehicle and
cannot be programmed to a preferred setting for
two different drivers.
All of the customization options may not be
available on your vehicle. Only the options
available will be displayed on your DIC.
The default settings for the customization features
were set when your vehicle left the factory, but
may have been changed from their default
state since then.
The customization preferences are automatically
recalled.
To change customization preferences, use the
following procedure.
Entering the Feature Settings Menu
1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in
PARK (P).
To avoid excessive drain on the battery,
it is recommended that the headlamps are
turned off.
2. Press the customization button to enter the
feature settings menu.
If the menu is not available, FEATURE
SETTINGS AVAILABLE IN PARK will display.
Before entering the menu, make sure the
vehicle is in PARK (P).
Feature Settings Menu Items
The following are customization features that allow
you to program settings to the vehicle:
DISPLAY IN ENGLISH
This feature will only display if a language other
than English has been set. This feature allows
you to change the language in which the DIC
messages appear back to English.
Press the customization button until the DISPLAY
IN ENGLISH screen appears on the DIC display.
Press the set/reset button to select English as the
language in which all DIC messages will appear.
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DISPLAY LANGUAGE
This feature allows you to select the language in
which the DIC messages will appear.
Press the customization button until the DISPLAY
LANGUAGE screen appears on the DIC display.
Press the set/reset button to access the settings
for this feature. Then press the menu up/down
button to scroll through the following settings:
ENGLISH (default):All messages will appear in
English.
DEUTSCH:All messages will appear in German.
FRANCAIS:All messages will appear in
French.
ESPANOL:All messages will appear in Spanish.
JAPANESE:All messages will appear in
Japanese.
ARABIC:All messages will appear in Arabic.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to
this feature. The current setting will remain.
Choose one of the available settings and press
the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC
to select it.
AUTO DOOR LOCK
This feature allows you to select when the
vehicle’s doors will automatically lock. See
Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 104
for more information.
Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR
LOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the
set/reset button to access the settings for this
feature. Then press the menu up/down button to
scroll through the following settings:
SHIFT OUT OF PARK (default):The vehicle’s
doors automatically lock when the doors are
closed and the vehicle is shifted out of PARK (P).
AT VEHICLE SPEED:The vehicle’s doors
automatically lock when the vehicle speed is
above 5 mph (8 km/h) for three seconds.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this
feature. The current setting will remain.
Choose one of the available settings and press
the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC
to select it.
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