jump start CADILLAC ATS 2016 1.G Owners Manual

Cadillac ATS/ATS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-9369639) -
2016 - crc - 12/9/15
196 Driving and Operating
Torque Lock
Torque lock is when the weight of
the vehicle puts too much force on
the parking pawl in the
transmission. This happens when
parking on a hill and shifting the
transmission into P (Park) is not
done properly and then it is difficult
to shift out of P (Park). To prevent
torque lock, set the parking brake
and then shift into P (Park). To find
out how, see "Shifting Into Park"
listed previously.
If torque lock does occur, the
vehicle may need to be pushed
uphill by another vehicle to relieve
the parking pawl pressure, so you
can shift out of P (Park).
Shifting out of Park
This vehicle is equipped with an
electronic shift lock release system.
The shift lock release is designed to
prevent movement of the shift lever
out of P (Park), unless the ignition is
in ON/RUN/START and the brake
pedal is applied.The shift lock release is always
functional except in the case of an
uncharged or low voltage (less than
9 volt) battery.
If the vehicle has an uncharged
battery or a battery with low voltage,
try charging or jump starting the
battery. See
Jump Starting 0307.
To shift out of P (Park):
1. Apply the brake pedal.
2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN/ START.
3. Release the parking brake. See Parking Brake (Manual)
0 202 orParking Brake
(Electric) 0203.
4. Press the shift lever button.
5. Move the shift lever.
If unable to shift out of P (Park): 1. Fully release the shift lever button.
2. While holding down the brake pedal, press the shift lever
button again.
3. Move the shift lever. If the shift lever will not move from
P (Park), consult your dealer or a
professional towing service.
Parking over Things
That Burn
{Warning
Things that can burn could touch
hot exhaust parts under the
vehicle and ignite. Do not park
over papers, leaves, dry grass,
or other things that can burn.

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Jump Starting
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Towing the Vehicle
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Recreational VehicleTowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Appearance Care
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
General Information
For service and parts needs, visit
your dealer. You will receive
genuine parts and trained and
supported service people.
Accessories and
Modifications
Adding non-dealer accessories or
making modifications to the vehicle
can affect vehicle performance and
safety, including such things as
airbags, braking, stability, ride and
handling, emissions systems,
aerodynamics, durability, and
electronic systems like antilock
brakes, traction control, and stability
control. These accessories or
modifications could even cause
malfunction or damage not covered
by the vehicle warranty.
Damage to suspension components
caused by modifying vehicle height
outside of factory settings will not be
covered by the warranty.
Damage to vehicle components
resulting from modifications or the
installation or use of non-GM certified parts, including control
module or software modifications, is
not covered under the terms of the
vehicle warranty and may affect
remaining warranty coverage for
affected parts.
GM Accessories are designed to
complement and function with other
systems on the vehicle. See your
dealer to accessorize the vehicle
using genuine GM Accessories
installed by a dealer technician.
Also, see
Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 081.

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1. Windshield Washer FluidReservoir. See Washer
Fluid 0266.
2. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump
Starting 0307.
3. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. See Jump
Starting 0307.
4. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See
Cooling System (Engine) 0259
or Cooling System
(Intercooler) 0261.
5. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0275.
6. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0254.
7. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System
(Engine) 0259 orCooling
System (Intercooler) 0261.
8. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0254.
9. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0267.
10. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0258.

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1. Windshield Washer FluidReservoir. See Washer
Fluid 0266.
2. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump
Starting 0307.
3. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. See Jump
Starting 0307.
4. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See
Cooling System (Engine) 0259
or Cooling System
(Intercooler) 0261.
5. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0275.
6. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0254.
7. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System
(Engine) 0259 orCooling
System (Intercooler) 0261.
8. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0254.
9. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0267.
10. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0258.

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1. Windshield Washer FluidReservoir. See Washer
Fluid 0266.
2. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump
Starting 0307.
3. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. See Jump
Starting 0307.
4. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See
Cooling System (Engine) 0259
or Cooling System
(Intercooler) 0261.
5. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0275.
6. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System
(Engine) 0259 orCooling
System (Intercooler) 0261.
7. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0254.
8. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0254.
9. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0267.
10. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0258.

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1. Windshield Washer FluidReservoir. See Washer
Fluid 0266.
2. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump
Starting 0307.
3. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. See Jump
Starting 0307.
4. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See
Cooling System (Engine) 0259
or Cooling System
(Intercooler) 0261.
5. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0275.
6. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System
(Engine) 0259 orCooling
System (Intercooler) 0261.
7. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0254.
8. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0254.
9. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0267.
10. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0258.Engine Oil
To ensure proper engine
performance and long life, careful
attention must be paid to engine oil.
Following these simple, but
important steps will help protect
your investment:
.
Use engine oil approved to the
proper specification and of the
proper viscosity grade. See
“Selecting the Right Engine Oil”
in this section.
. Check the engine oil level
regularly and maintain the
proper oil level. See “Checking
Engine Oil” and“When to Add
Engine Oil” in this section.
. Change the engine oil at the
appropriate time. See Engine Oil
Life System 0256.
. Always dispose of engine oil
properly. See “What to Do with
Used Oil” in this section.
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine
oil level at each fuel fill. In order to
get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. The
engine oil dipstick handle is a loop.
See
Engine Compartment Overview
0 247 for the location of the engine
oil dipstick.
1. If the engine has been running recently, turn off the engine and
allow several minutes for the oil
to drain back into the oil pan.
Checking the oil level too soon
after engine shutoff will not
provide an accurate oil level
reading.
{Warning
The engine oil dipstick handle
may be hot; it could burn you.
Use a towel or glove to touch the
dipstick handle.
2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean paper towel or
cloth, then push it back in all
the way. Remove it again,
keeping the tip down, and
check the level.

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Removal and Installation of the
Sealant Canister
To remove the sealant canister:1. Unwrap the sealant/air hose to access the canister release
button.
2. Press the canister release button (9).
3. Pull up and remove the canister.
4. Replace with a new canister which is available from your
dealer.
5. Push the new canister into place.
6. Rewrap the sealant/air hose.
Storing the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit
To access the tire sealant and
compressor kit: 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk 039.
2. Lift the cover.
3. Remove the strap.
4. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit.
To store the tire sealant and
compressor kit, reverse the steps.
Jump Starting
For more information about the
vehicle battery, see Battery0268.
For the LF4 only, there is an
optional low mass battery that can
be used for Track events. If the
vehicle has the low mass battery
installed and the battery has a low
State of Charge (SOC), the vehicle
can be jump started the say way as
if the regular battery was in the
vehicle using the following
procedure. For more information on
the low mass battery, see Battery
0 268 andTrack Events and
Competitive Driving 0179.
If the battery has run down, try to
use another vehicle and some
jumper cables to start your vehicle.
Be sure to use the following steps to
do it safely.

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{Warning
Batteries can hurt you. They can
be dangerous because:. They contain acid that can
burn you.
. They contain gas that can
explode or ignite.
. They contain enough
electricity to burn you.
If you do not follow these steps
exactly, some or all of these
things can hurt you.
Caution
Ignoring these steps could result
in costly damage to the vehicle
that would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Trying to start
the vehicle by pushing or pulling it
will not work, and it could damage
the vehicle.
1. Good Battery Positive Post
2. Good Battery Negative Post
3. Discharged Battery Positive Post
4. Discharged Battery Negative Grounding Point
The jump start positive post (1) and
negative post (2) are on the battery
of the vehicle providing the jump
start.
The jump start positive post (3) and
the negative grounding point (4) for
the discharged battery are on the
passenger side of the vehicle. The positive jump start connection
for the discharged battery is under a
red cover. Remove the cover to
expose the terminal.
1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery
with a negative ground system.
Caution
If the other vehicle does not have
a 12-volt system with a negative
ground, both vehicles can be
damaged. Only use a vehicle that
has a 12-volt system with a
negative ground for jump starting.
2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching.
3. Set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in
P (Park) with an automatic
transmission, or Neutral with a
manual transmission. See
Shifting Into Park 0195.

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Caution
If any accessories are left on or
plugged in during the jump
starting procedure, they could be
damaged. The repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Whenever possible, turn
off or unplug all accessories on
either vehicle when jump starting.
4. Set the ignition to OFF. Turn off all lights and accessories in
both vehicles, except the
hazard warning flashers if
needed.
{Warning
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.
{Warning
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.
Battery fluid contains acid that
can burn you. Do not get it on
you. If you accidentally get it in
your eyes or on your skin, flush
the place with water and get
medical help immediately.
{Warning
Fans or other moving engine
parts can injure you badly. Keep
your hands away from moving
parts once the engine is running.
5. Connect one end of the red positive (+) cable to the
positive (+) terminal on the
discharged battery. 6. Connect the other end of the
red positive (+) cable to the
positive (+) terminal of the good
battery.
7. Connect one end of the black negative (–) cable to the
negative (–) terminal of the
good battery.
8. Connect the other end of the black negative (–) cable to the
negative (–) grounding point for
the discharged battery.
9. Start the engine in the vehicle with the good battery and run
the engine at idle speed for at
least four minutes.
10. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not
start after a few tries, it
probably needs service.
Caution
If the jumper cables are
connected or removed in the
wrong order, electrical shorting
may occur and damage the
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Caution (Continued)
vehicle. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Always connect and remove the
jumper cables in the correct order,
making sure that the cables do
not touch each other or other
metal.
Jumper Cable Removal
Reverse the sequence exactly when
removing the jumper cables.
After starting the disabled vehicle
and removing the jumper cables,
allow it to idle for several minutes.
Towing the Vehicle
Caution
Incorrectly towing a disabled
vehicle may cause damage. The
damage would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty.
Do not lash or hook to
suspension components. Use the
proper straps around the tires to
secure the vehicle.
Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed
car carrier. A wheel lift tow truck
could damage the vehicle.
Due to low ramp angles on the
V-Series only, use care when
loading the vehicle onto a flatbed
carrier. Front spring spacers were
provided for lifting the front
suspension if more clearance is
necessary when towing.
Consult your dealer or a
professional towing service if the
disabled vehicle must be towed.
Use the tow eye for towing a
disabled vehicle or loading it onto a
flatbed car carrier. The tow eye
should not be used to recover a
vehicle from an off road situation.