suspension CADILLAC CT5 2022 Owners Manual

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.Ride Control Systems
.Driver Assistance Systems
.Cruise Control
.Lighting and Bulb Replacement
.Wiper/Washer Systems
.Doors and Windows
.Seat Belts
.Airbag Systems
.Engine and Transmission
.Tire Pressure
.Battery
Engine Power Messages
REDUCED ACCELERATION DRIVE
WITH CARE
This message displays when the
vehicle's propulsion power is reduced.
A reduction in propulsion power can
affect the vehicle's ability to
accelerate. If this message is on, but
there is no observed reduction in
performance, proceed to your
destination. Under certain conditions
the performance may be reduced the
next time the vehicle is driven. The
vehicle may be driven while this
message is on, but maximumacceleration and speed may be
reduced. Anytime this message stays
on, or displays repeatedly, the vehicle
should be taken to your dealer for
service as soon as possible.
Under certain operating conditions,
propulsion will be disabled. Try
restarting after the ignition has been
off for two minutes.
Vehicle Speed Messages
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H
(MPH)
This message shows that the vehicle
speed has been limited to the speed
displayed. The limited speed is a
protection for various propulsion and
vehicle systems, such as lubrication,
thermal, brakes, suspension, Teen
Driver if equipped, or tires.
Vehicle Personalization
The following are all possible vehicle
personalization features. Depending
on the vehicle, some may not be
available.
For System, Apps, and Personal
features and functions, see
Settings
0 189.
To access the vehicle
personalization menu: 1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home Page of the infotainment
display.
2. Touch Vehicle to display a list of available options.
3. Touch to select the desired feature setting.
4. Touch
9orRto turn a feature off
or on.
5. Touch
zto go to the top level of
the Settings menu.
The menu may contain the following:
Rear Seat Reminder
This allows for a chime and a message
when the rear door has been opened
before or during operation of the
vehicle.
Touch Off or On.

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Buckle to Drive
This feature can prevent shifting out
of Park when the driver, and if
applicable the front passenger, seat
belt is not buckled. SeeBuckle To Drive
0 48.
Touch Off or On.
The vehicle may need to be restarted
to activate this feature.
Driver Mode Customization
Touch and the following may display:
.My Mode
.V-Mode
.Visualization
My Mode
Touch and the following may display:
.Engine Sound
.Steering
.Suspension
.Brake Feel
For information on the range of
settings, see “Driver Mode
Customization ”in Driver Mode Control
0 259. V-Mode
Touch and the following may display:
.Engine Sound
.Steering
.Suspension
.Brake Feel
.Powertrain
For information on the range of
settings, see “Driver Mode
Customization ”in Driver Mode Control
0 259.
Visualization
This setting shows handling and
performance settings on the
infotainment display when changing
drive modes.
Touch Off or On.
Climate and Air Quality
Touch and the following may display:
.Auto Fan Speed
.Air Quality Sensor
.Auto Cooled Seats
.Auto Heated Seats
.Auto Defog
.Auto Rear Defog
.Ionizer
Auto Fan Speed
This setting specifies the amount of
airf low when the climate control fan
setting is Auto Fan.
Touch Low, Medium, or High.
Air Quality Sensor
This setting switches the system into
Recirculation Mode based on the
quality of the outside air.
Touch Off, Low Sensitivity, or High
Sensitivity.
Auto Cooled Seats
This setting automatically turns on
and regulates the ventilated seats
when the cabin temperature is warm.
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
0 43.
Touch Off or On.
Auto Heated Seats
This setting automatically turns on
and regulates the heated seats when
the cabin temperature is cool. The
auto heated seats can be turned off by

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scroll through the options and make a
selection. To exit PTM, select
INACTIVE in the PTM menu.
Mode Description
Tour Mode
Use for normal city and highway
driving to provide a smooth, soft ride.
This mode provides a balance between
comfort and handling. This is the
standard mode. See“Mode Selection
Attributes” later in this section. When
Tour Mode is selected, no indicator
will display.
Sport Mode
Use this mode where road conditions
or personal preference demand a more
controlled response. When this mode
is selected, the vehicle immediately
downshifts. The vehicle also monitors
driving behaviors and automatically
enables Performance Shift Features
when spirited driving is detected.
These features maintain lower transmission gears to increase
available engine braking and improve
acceleration response. The vehicle will
exit this feature and return to normal
operation after a short period when
spirited driving is no longer detected.
The steering changes to provide more
precise control. If the vehicle has
Magnetic Ride Control, the suspension
changes to provide better cornering
performance.
See
“Mode Selection Attributes ”later
in this section.
Snow/Ice Mode
Use this mode for slippery surfaces to
help control wheel speed. This mode
can compromise the acceleration on
dry asphalt.
This feature is not intended for use
when the vehicle is stuck in sand,
mud, or gravel. If the vehicle is stuck,
see If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0232.
See “Mode Selection Attributes ”later
in this section. Track Mode (V-Series and V-Series
Blackwing)
When in Track Mode, the automatic
transmission and steering function
similar to Sport Mode. The accelerator
pedal is adjusted to give maximum
control during the highest level of
spirited driving. The Magnetic Ride
Control is set to the optimum level for
vehicle responsiveness. PTM can be
accessed through this mode. See
“Performance Traction Management
”
in Competitive Driving Mode 0265.
See “Mode Selection Attributes ”later
in this section.
While driving on a track, turn off
applicable driver assistance features.
For more information see Assistance
Systems for Driving 0304.
My Mode
My Mode is used to personalize
everyday driving. This mode is
designed to allow the driver to
configure vehicle systems to their own
preference for city or normal driving.

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Through the DIC, the following vehicle
systems may be available for
customization in this mode.
.Steering: Tour (default), Sport,
Track
.Suspension: Tour (default), Sport,
Track
.Brake Feel: Tour (default), Sport,
Track
.Engine Sound: Stealth, Tour
(Default), Sport, Track
For information on the range of
settings, see “Drive Mode
Customization.” V-Mode (V-Series and V-Series
Blackwing)
V-Mode is used to personalize
dynamic driving. This mode is
designed to allow the driver to
configure vehicle subsystems to their
own preference for maximum
handling. V-Mode further enhances
the driver’s experience by adding an
Engine/Shift customization option.
Through the DIC, the following vehicle
systems may be available for
customization in this mode.
.Steering: Tour, Sport (default),
Track
.Suspension: Tour, Sport, (default),
Track
.Engine/Shift: Snow/Ice, Tour, Sport,
(default), Track
.Brake Feel: Tour, Sport, Track
.Engine Sound: Stealth, Tour, Sport
(default), Track
.PTM: OFF, WET, DRY, SPORT, RACE
1, RACE 2
For information on the range of
settings, see “Drive Mode
Customization.”

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Mode Selection Attributes
MODESTOUR
Default SPORT TRACK SNOW/ICE
Engine/Shift TourTourTrack Snow/Ice
Throttle Progression TourTourTrack Snow/Ice
Transmission Shift Mode TourSport Track Tour
Engine Sound TourSport Track Tour
Steering TourSport Track Tour
Suspension (if equipped with Magnetic Ride
Control) Tour
Sport Track Tour
Traction and Stability Control TourTourTrack Tour
Competitive Driving Mode (if equipped) Not Available Available Not Available Not Available
Performance Traction Mode (if equipped) Not Available Not Available Available Not Available
Brake Feel TourSport Track Tour
Throttle Progression
Adjusts throttle sensitivity by
selecting how quick or slow the
throttle reacts to input.
.Snow/Ice –The accelerator pedal
reduces engine torque at small
pedal inputs. This allows better
wheel control on slippery surfaces.
.Track –The accelerator pedal
adjusts to give maximum control
during the highest level of spirited
driving. Transmission Shift Mode
Sport or Track
–Dynamic
Performance Mode (DPM) allows the
transmission to hold the current gear
after a quick release of a heavily
applied accelerator pedal. This
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using the paddles. DPM recognizes
aggressive cornering, heavy braking,
and high acceleration to select and
hold lower gears when not using
paddles. The shifts are also firmer to
increase the quickness of shifting.
Engine Sound
Adjusts the volume of engine noise.
The sound level changes when the
variable exhaust valves open.
Steering (Assist Effort)
Adjusts from a lighter steering feel in
Tour Mode to reduced assist in Sport
and Track Mode for more
steering feel.
Magnetic Ride Control (If Equipped)
Adjusts the shock dampening
firmness from a comfort in Tour Mode
to an optimized responsiveness tune
in Sport and Track.
Stability Control
.Competitive Mode allows less
computer control to permit some
slide and drift and is selected with
the TCS/StabiliTrak button–only
available in Sport Mode.
.StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) can be turned off by
pressing and holding the TCS/
StabiliTrak button for five seconds.
Brake Feel
Adjusts brake pedal sensitivity by
selecting how quick or slow the brakes
respond to input.
Drive Mode Customization
The following settings can be changed
using the Drive Mode Customization
Menu. See Settings > Vehicle > Drive
Mode Customization in the center
display to customize My Mode or
V-Mode.
Steering
Steering adjusts the effort required to
turn the steering wheel. The steering
wheel offers better feedback in the
Tour setting, but requires more effort
in the Sport and Track settings.
–Tour, Sport, Track
Suspension
Suspension adjusts the firmness of the
suspension in the vehicle. Suspension
adjusts the stiffness of the shocks and/or springs. The ride is more
comfortable at lower settings and is
stiffer at higher settings for better
control.
–Tour, Sport, Track
Brake Feel
Brake Feel adjusts the brake pedal
response. Settings range from a slower
response for more comfortable driving
to the quickest response for quicker
deceleration. Brake pedal travel
decreases and caliper pressure
increases in the Sport and Track
settings.
–Tour, Sport, Track
Engine/Shift
Engine/Shift adjusts the throttle
response, gear shifting and engine
performance. Throttle response
increases in the Sport, Track, and
Snow/Ice settings, and gear shifting is
more aggressive.
–Snow/Ice, Tour, Sport, Track

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Towing the Vehicle
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 399
Appearance Care
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 404
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
General Information
For service and parts needs, visit your
dealer. You will receive genuine GM
parts and GM-trained and supported
service people.
Genuine GM parts have one of these
marks:
California Perchlorate
Materials Requirements
Certain types of automotive
applications, such as airbag initiators,
seat belt pretensioners, and lithium
batteries contained in electronic keys,
may contain perchlorate materials.Perchlorate Material
–special
handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate.
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 vehicle 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

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Rear Compartment Fuse
Block
The rear compartment fuse block is
behind a cover on the driver side of
the rear compartment.
The vehicle may not be equipped with
all of the fuses, relays, and features
shown.
FusesUsage
1 Remote Function Actuator Fuses
Usage
2 –
3 Driver Heated Seat
4 Fuel Tank Zone Module
5 –
6 –
7 –
8 –
9 –
10 Motor Seat Belt Passenger
11 Canister Vent Solenoid
12 Sunroof
13 –
14 –
15 Passenger Heated Seat
16 –
17 Electronic Suspension Control

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such as troughs or ruts, is normal.
If the vehicle is vibrating when driving
on a smooth road, the tires and
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
See your dealer for proper diagnosis.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent,
cracked, or badly rusted or corroded.
If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts
should be replaced. If the wheel leaks
air, replace it. Some aluminum wheels
can be repaired. See your dealer if any
of these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of
wheel that is needed.
Each new wheel should have the same
load-carrying capacity, diameter,
width, offset, and be mounted the
same way as the one it replaces.
Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System
(TPMS) sensors with new GM original
equipment parts.
{Warning
Using the wrong replacement
wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts
can be dangerous. It could affect
the braking and handling of the
vehicle. Tires can lose air, and
cause loss of control, causing a
crash. Always use the correct wheel,
wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for
replacement.
Caution
The wrong wheel can also cause
problems with bearing life, brake
cooling, speedometer or odometer
calibration, headlamp aim, bumper
height, vehicle ground clearance,
and tire or tire chain clearance to
the body and chassis.
Used Replacement Wheels
{Warning
Replacing a wheel with a used one
is dangerous. How it has been used
or how far it has been driven may
be unknown. It could fail suddenly
and cause a crash. When replacing
wheels, use a new GM original
equipment wheel.
Tire Chains
{Warning
Do not use tire chains. There is not
enough clearance. Tire chains used
on a vehicle without the proper
amount of clearance can cause
damage to the brakes, suspension,
or other vehicle parts. The area
damaged by the tire chains could
cause loss of control and a crash.
Use another type of traction device
only if its manufacturer
recommends it for the vehicle's tire
size combination and road
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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 remote
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. Do not let the other end touch
anything until the next step. The
other end of the negative (–) cable
does not go to the dead battery.
It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal
engine part.
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 vehicle. The repairs
would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Always connect and
remove the jumper cables in the
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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 transporting a disabled
vehicle may cause damage to the
vehicle. Use proper tire straps to
secure the vehicle to the flatbed
tow truck. Do not strap or hook to
any frame, underbody,
or suspension component not
specified below. Do not move
vehicles with drive axle tires on the
ground. Damage is not covered by
the vehicle warranty.