light CADILLAC CT5 2022 Owners Manual

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Engine Sound
Engine sound adjusts the volume of
engine noise. The settings range from
quietest to loudest volume from
Stealth through Track.
–Stealth, Tour, Sport, Track
PTM (If Equipped)
PTM controls vehicle performance
systems for professional handling on
race tracks. Traction Control and
Stability Control are reduced when
moving through each of the settings.
Changing PTM settings may also
automatically change the other
subsystem settings. While driving on a
track, turn off all active safety
features. While driving on a track,
turn off applicable driver assistance
features. For more information, see
Assistance Systems for Driving0304.
For more information on PTM, see
Competitive Driving Mode 0265.
–Off, Wet, Dry, Sport, Race 1, Race 2
Competitive Driving Mode
To select this optional handling mode,
place the vehicle in Sport Mode and
press
gtwo times and the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display
COMPETITIVE MODE ON. While in
the Competitive Driving Mode, the
traction off light
iand StabiliTrak/
ESC OFF light
gwill come on in the
instrument cluster. Traction Control
System (TCS) does not limit wheel
spin, the Electronic Limited-Slip
Differential (eLSD) allows increased
vehicle agility, and more effort is
required to turn the steering wheel.
See “Limited-Slip Differential (V–Series
Only)” later in this section. Adjust
your driving accordingly.
Press
gagain, or turn the vehicle to
accessory mode and restart the
vehicle, to turn TCS back on. The
traction off light
iand StabiliTrak/
ESC OFF light
gwill go out.
Caution
When traction control is turned off,
or Competitive Driving Mode is
active, it is possible to lose traction.
Performance Traction
Management (PTM)
If equipped, PTM can be activated
through V-Mode customization or by
pressing the ESC switch twice while in
Track Mode. Depending on available
options and trim levels, it can also be
activated through a separate PTM
switch on the steering wheel.
To activate PTM through V-Mode
customization, select the desired PTM
state in the center stack (Settings >
Vehicle > Drive Mode Customization >
V-Mode). Press the V-Mode switch
once to activate V-Mode. When PTM
is configured, a message will appear in
the DIC “V-Mode Active –Press Again
for PTM On –ESC May be Disabled.”
To confirm and enter PTM, press the
V-Mode switch again. The PTM state
can now be modified using the MODE
switch or changing the V-Mode PTM
settings in the center stack. Both the
V-Mode and PTM indicators are
displayed. To exit PTM, press the ESC
switch. To cancel, press the center
dismiss button on the steering wheel
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If available, PTM can also be activated
through a PTM switch on the steering
wheel by pressing up on the switch.
From there a PTM menu will appear
in the DIC. Press up or down on the
PTM switch to scroll through the
options and make a selection. To exit
PTM, select INACTIVE in the PTM
menu, turn off PTM in the V-Mode
configuration page, or press the ESC
switch once.
Selecting PTM states may modify Off,
Wet, Dry, Sport, Race 1, and Race 2
V-Mode customization options.
In vehicles with a PTM steering wheel
switch, Inactive, Wet, Dry, Sport, Race
1, and Race 2 PTM states are available
through the moding menu.
In vehicles without a PTM steering
wheel switch, Wet, Dry, Sport, Race 1,
and Race 2 PTM states are available
through the moding menu.
The following is a DIC display
description and the recommended
usage of each mode:WET
.Intended for all driver skill levels.
.Wet or damp conditions only
—not
intended for use in heavy rain or
standing water.
.StabiliTrak/ESC is on and engine
power is reduced based on
conditions.
DRY
.For use by less experienced drivers
or while learning a new track.
.Dry conditions only.
.StabiliTrak/ESC is on and engine
power is slightly reduced.
SPORT
.For use by drivers who are familiar
with the track.
.Dry conditions only.
.Requires more driving skill
than DRY.
.StabiliTrak/ESC is on and more
engine power is available than
in DRY. RACE 1
.For use by drivers who are familiar
with the track.
.Dry conditions only.
.Requires more driving skill than
modes DRY or SPORT.
.StabiliTrak/ESC is off and available
engine power is the same as SPORT.
RACE 2
.For use by experienced drivers who
are familiar with the track.
.Dry conditions only.
.Requires more driving skill than in
other modes.
.StabiliTrak/ESC is off and engine
power is available for maximum
cornering speed.
In any PTM Mode, Launch Control is
available. Use PTM Race 2 for the
most consistent performance during
drag strip use. See “Custom Launch
Control ”in Track Events and
Competitive Driving (V-Series and
V-Series Blackwing) 0220.

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Launch Control
If equipped, Launch Control is
available within Competitive Driving
Mode and PTM to allow high levels of
vehicle acceleration in a straight line.
Launch Control is a form of traction
control that manages tire spin while
launching the vehicle. This feature is
intended for use during closed course
race events where consistent zero to
60 and quarter mile times are
desirable.
Launch Control is only available when
the following criteria are met:
.Competitive Driving Mode is
selected or any of the PTM modes
are selected. The traction off light
comes on in the instrument cluster
and the appropriate DIC message
displays.
.The vehicle is not moving.
.The steering wheel is pointing
straight.
Automatic Transmissions
.The brake pedal is firmly pressed to
the floor, equivalent to a panic
brake event.
.The accelerator pedal is rapidly
applied to wide open throttle. If the
vehicle rolls due to wide open
throttle, release the throttle, press
the brake pedal more firmly, and
reapply the accelerator to wide open
throttle.
Launch Control will initially limit
engine speed as you rapidly apply the
accelerator pedal to wide open
throttle. Allow the engine rpm to
stabilize. A smooth, quick release of
the brake pedal, while maintaining the
fully pressed accelerator pedal, will
manage wheel slip.
After the vehicle is launched, the
system continues in Competitive
Driving Mode or PTM.
Competitive Driving Mode, PTM, and
Launch Control are systems designed
for a closed course race track and not
intended for public roads. The systems
are not intended to compensate for
lack of driver experience or familiarity
with the race track.Limited-Slip Differential
If equipped, the Electronic
Limited-Slip Differential (eLSD) is
automatically activated. eLSD actively
monitors vehicle sensors and driver
inputs to determine the amount of
change for the conditions. With eLSD,
the vehicle has:
.Enhanced high-speed control.
.Improved traction through corners,
allowing more acceleration.
.More precise steering.
.Increased vehicle agility.
.Integration with StabiliTrak/
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
For vehicles with eLSD, driven under
severe conditions, the rear axle fluid
should be changed. See Competitive
Driving Mode 0265 and
Maintenance Schedule 0410.

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.To decrease the vehicle speed in
small increments, briefly press SET−
to the first detent. For each press,
the vehicle goes about 1 km/h
(1 mph) slower.
.To decrease the vehicle speed in
larger increments, briefly press
SET−to the second detent. For each
press, the vehicle speed decreases to
the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on
the speedometer.
The cruise control system may
automatically brake to slow the
vehicle down.
The speedometer reading can be
displayed in either English or metric
units. See Instrument Cluster (Base
Level) 096 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 098. The
increment value used depends on the
units displayed.
Passing Another Vehicle While
Using Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase
the vehicle speed. When you take your
foot off the pedal, the vehicle will slow
down to the previous set cruise speed. While pressing the accelerator pedal
or shortly following the release to
override cruise, briefly applying SET−
will result in cruise set to the current
vehicle speed.
Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well the cruise control will work
on hills depends upon the vehicle
speed, load, and the steepness of the
hills. When going up steep hills, you
might have to step on the accelerator
pedal to maintain your speed. When
going downhill, the cruise control
system may automatically brake to
slow the vehicle down. Also, you may
have to brake or shift to a lower gear
to keep your speed down. If the brake
pedal is applied, cruise control
disengages.
Ending Cruise Control
There are five ways to end cruise
control:
.Step lightly on the brake pedal.
.Press*.
.Shift the transmission to
N (Neutral).
.Press the clutch pedal for several
seconds or shift to Neutral (manual
transmissions).
.PressJ.
Erasing Speed Memory
The cruise control set speed is erased
from memory if
Jis pressed or if the
ignition is turned off.
Adaptive Cruise Control
(Advanced)
If equipped, Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) allows the cruise control set
speed and following gap to be
selected. Read this entire section
before using this system. The
following gap is the following time
between your vehicle and a vehicle
detected directly ahead in your path,
moving in the same direction. If no
vehicle is detected in your path, ACC
works like regular cruise control. ACC
uses camera and radar sensors. See
Radio Frequency Statement 0440.

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Notification to Resume ACC
ACC will maintain a follow gap behind
a detected vehicle and slow your
vehicle to a stop behind that vehicle.
If the stopped vehicle ahead has
driven away and ACC has not
resumed, the vehicle ahead indicator
will flash as a reminder to check
traffic ahead before proceeding. In
addition, the left and right sides of the
Safety Alert Seat will pulse three
times, or three beeps will sound. See
“Alert Type”and “Adaptive Cruise Go
Notifier” in“Collision/Detection
Systems” underVehicle Personalization
0 126.
When the vehicle ahead drives away,
ACC resumes automatically if the stop
was brief. If necessary, press RES+ or
the accelerator pedal to resume ACC.
If stopped for more than two minutes
or if the driver door is opened and the
driver seat belt is unbuckled, the ACC
automatically applies the Electric
Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the
vehicle. The EPB status light will turn
on. See Electric Parking Brake 0255.
To release the EPB, press the
accelerator pedal. A DIC warning message may display
indicating to shift to P (Park) before
exiting the vehicle.
{Warning
If ACC has stopped the vehicle, and
if ACC is disengaged, turned off,
or canceled, the vehicle will no
longer be held at a stop. The vehicle
can move. When ACC is holding the
vehicle at a stop, always be
prepared to manually apply the
brakes.
{Warning
Leaving the vehicle without placing
it in P (Park) can be dangerous. Do
not leave the vehicle while it is
being held at a stop by ACC. Always
place the vehicle in P (Park) and
turn off the ignition before leaving
the vehicle.
ACC Override
If using the accelerator pedal while
ACC is active, the ACC indicator turns
blue on the instrument cluster and in the HUD (if equipped) to indicate that
automatic braking will not occur. ACC
will resume operation when the
accelerator pedal is not being pressed.
{Warning
The ACC will not automatically
apply the brakes if your foot is
resting on the accelerator pedal.
You could crash into a vehicle
ahead of you.
Curves in the Road
{Warning
On curves, ACC may not detect a
vehicle ahead in your lane. You
could be startled if the vehicle
accelerates up to the set speed,
especially when following a vehicle
exiting or entering exit ramps. You
could lose control of the vehicle or
crash. Do not use ACC while driving
on an entrance or exit ramp. Always
be ready to use the brakes if
necessary.

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Driving in Narrow Lanes
Vehicles in adjacent traffic lanes or
roadside objects may be incorrectly
detected when located along the
roadway.
Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When
Towing a Trailer
Do not use ACC when driving on steep
hills or when towing a trailer. ACC will
not detect a vehicle in the lane while
driving on steep hills. If the brakes are
applied, ACC disengages.
Disengaging ACC
There are three ways to
disengage ACC:
.Step lightly on the brake pedal.
.Press*.
.PressJ.Erasing Speed Memory
The ACC set speed is erased from
memory if
Jis pressed or if the
ignition is turned off.
Weather Conditions Affecting ACC
System operation may be limited
under snow, heavy rain, or road spray
conditions.
Accessory Installations and Vehicle
Modifications
Do not install or place any object
around the front camera windshield
area that would obstruct the front
camera view.
Do not install objects on top of the
vehicle that overhang and obstruct the
front camera, such as a canoe, kayak,
or other items.
Do not modify the hood, headlamps,
or fog lamps, as this may limit the
camera’s ability to detect an object.
Cleaning the Sensing System
The camera sensor on the windshield
behind the rearview mirror and the
radar sensors on the front of the
vehicle can become blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud. These areas need to
be cleaned for ACC to operate
properly.
If ACC will not operate, regular Cruise
Control may be available. See
“Switching Between ACC and Regular
Cruise Control
”previously in this
section. Always consider driving
conditions before using either cruise
control system.
For cleaning instructions, see
“Washing the Vehicle ”under Exterior
Care 0399.
System operation may also be limited
under snow, heavy rain, or road spray
conditions.
Super Cruise
If equipped, Super Cruise can steer to
maintain lane position under certain
conditions on Super Cruise-enabled
roads that are separated from
opposing traffic.
Super Cruise can also steer to perform
a lane change under certain
conditions on Super Cruise-enabled
roads.

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A lane change can be initiated by the
driver using the turn signal lever. The
Super Cruise System may initiate a
lane change maneuver in the
following scenarios:
.To pass slower traffic
.When the current lane is ending
ahead
.To return to the initial lane
See “Super Cruise Lane Change ”later
in this section and Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0138.
{Warning
Super Cruise can only assist to
maintain lane position, or steer to
change lanes, when driving on
compatible roads. You must
supervise the driving task and
monitor the road conditions. You
may need to respond to traffic
events by steering, braking,
or accelerating. See Defensive
Driving.
Super Cruise is:
.Not a self-driving system
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
.Not a crash avoidance or warning
system
.Not a substitute for proper
supervision of the driving task.
Super Cruise uses the following to
detect the current lane position and
lane markings ahead on compatible
roads under certain conditions:
.Cameras
.Global Positioning System (GPS)
sensing
.A high-precision map
.GPS-enhancement data downloaded
through Connected Services
Super Cruise works with Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC), which controls
acceleration and braking while Super
Cruise is enabled and operating.
Review and understand both this
section and the ACC section before
using Super Cruise. See Adaptive
Cruise Control (Advanced) 0270.
An active Connected Service plan that
includes Super Cruise Services is
required to use Super Cruise.
{Warning
Super Cruise does not perform all
aspects of driving, nor does it do
everything a driver can do. Super
Cruise only steers to maintain
vehicle position in the current lane
or, under some circumstances, to
change lanes. Super Cruise can only
be used with Adaptive Cruise
Control.
Super Cruise does:
.Not prevent crashes or warn of
possible crashes.
.Not steer to avoid stopped or
slow-moving vehicles,
cross-traffic, construction
barriers or cones, motorcycles,
children, pedestrians, animals,
or other objects on the road.
.Not steer in response to vehicles
or objects next to your vehicle,
including vehicles attempting to
enter your lane.
.Not respond to traffic lights, stop
signs, or other traffic control
devices. (Continued)

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Warning (Continued)
.Not respond to crossing traffic.
.Not make turns.
.Not steer to merge onto or to
exit highways.
.Not steer to avoid, or steer
through construction zones.
.Not function on surface streets.
.Not respond to oncoming traffic.
.Not function in city driving
conditions.
{Warning
Some state and local laws may
require hands to be kept on the
steering wheel at all times. Only
remove your hands from the
steering wheel if Super Cruise is
engaged, it is safe to do so, and it is
permitted by state and local laws.
{Warning
Failure to supervise the driving task
and to respond appropriately, even
while Super Cruise is operating, can
cause a crash. Super Cruise may not
respond as you would to all driving
situations and may not maintain
lane position under all conditions.
It is extremely important to pay
attention to the operation of the
vehicle, even while using Super
Cruise. Do not use a hand-held
device while driving, even with
Super Cruise engaged. To prevent
serious injury or death:
.Always remain properly seated in
the driver seat with your seat
belt fastened.
.Never remove your hands from
the steering wheel when Super
Cruise is not operating.
.Always make sure traffic
conditions are safe before using
Super Cruise.(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
.Always keep the entire vehicle
and the sensors clean. Sensors
are on the front, sides, and rear
of the vehicle.
.Always observe posted speed
limits. Only use Super Cruise at
or below the posted speed limit.
Super Cruise should not be used in
complex or uncertain driving
conditions, including:
.Not in construction zones.
.Not when approaching or exiting
toll plazas.
.Not when approaching an
intersection that is controlled
with a traffic light, stop sign,
or other traffic control device.
.Not when lane markings are not
present or cannot be detected.
For example, there is too much
glare, weather conditions are
poor, or lanes are poorly marked. (Continued)

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Warning (Continued)
.Only remove your hands from
the steering wheel if the steering
wheel light bar,
^, and\are
green. Super Cruise may not
begin steering immediately, even
when Super Cruise is available
and
]has been pressed.
To engage:
.PressJto turn on ACC. Make sure
the white
\indicator displays in
the instrument cluster. See Adaptive
Cruise Control (Advanced) 0270. When Super Cruise is available, the
white
^will display in the
instrument cluster.
.Press].
ACC will set the speed to the
current vehicle speed or resume to
the higher previously stored ACC set
speed.
When engaged and not steering the
vehicle, the steering wheel light bar
flashes blue, and
^will be blue. The
driver is in control of steering and
Super Cruise is not steering the
vehicle.
When the vehicle is positioned in the
center of the lane, the steering wheel
light bar and
^display will turn
green, indicating Super Cruise is
steering the vehicle.
When Super Cruise controls the
steering, traffic and other conditions
and laws permit, and it is safe to do
so, your hands can be taken off the
steering wheel.
Always pay attention to the road and
the operation of the vehicle. Always
monitor and be attentive of surrounding traffic, including vehicles
that may cross the road in front of
your vehicle.
Super Cruise steering can be
overridden with manual steering at
any time. When Super Cruise is
engaged, always be prepared to take
immediate action
—including
steering, accelerating, and braking
quickly, if necessary.
When Super Cruise is engaged, the
Forward Collision System will alert
and brake.
Steering Manually and Changing
Lanes
The vehicle can always be manually
steered, even with Super Cruise
engaged; for example, when manually
changing lanes.
When the steering wheel is moved
manually, the steering wheel light bar
flashes blue and
^on the
instrument cluster turns blue to
indicate Super Cruise is not steering
the vehicle.

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When ready to allow Super Cruise to
resume steering again, position the
vehicle in the center of the lane, hold
the steering wheel until the steering
wheel light bar turns green, and then
release the steering wheel when it is
safe to do so.
Super Cruise does not respond to
vehicles in other lanes near your
vehicle.
{Warning
To help prevent crashes before
making a lane change:
.Always check mirrors.
.Glance over your shoulder.
.Use the turn signals.
Super Cruise Lane Change
If Super Cruise detects that traffic is
clear, Super Cruise will steer the
vehicle to perform the lane change.
A message appears on the Driver
Information Center (DIC) during the
lane change to provide more
information on the status of the lane
change. The Super Cruise Automatic Lane
Change feature can be enabled or
disabled through the vehicle
personalization menu. See
“Super
Cruise Lane Change ”under Vehicle
Personalization 0126.
On Demand Lane Changes
Super Cruise can steer to perform a
single lane change under certain
conditions when requested by the
driver.
To request a lane change: 1. Verify the lane next to your vehicle is clear and conditions are safe to
make a lane change.
2. Use the turn signal lever to activate the turn signal in the direction of
the desired lane change.
3. Return the turn signal lever to the neutral position after the lane
change. See Turn and Lane-Change
Signals 0138.
4. To cancel a lane change, return the turn signal lever to the neutral
position, move the lever in the
opposite direction of the lane
change, or steer manually at
any time. Automatic Lane Changes
Super Cruise System may initiate an
automatic single lane change when
enabled through
Vehicle
Personalization 0126 under following
conditions:
.The Super Cruise System may
initiate an automatic lane change to
the left to pass a slower moving
vehicle ahead and a subsequent
lane change to right to return to
your original lane.
.Super Cruise System may initiate an
automatic lane change to left or
right when current lane is ending
ahead.
.To cancel a Super Cruise automatic
lane change, return the turn signal
lever to the neutral position, move
the turn signal lever, or steer
manually at any time.
{Warning
Super Cruise Lane Change may not
detect a vehicle in an adjacent lane.
Always supervise the driving task
and monitor traffic conditions when
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