CADILLAC CT5 2023 Owner's Guide

Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-16500419) -
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Power Sounder,
Inclination Sensor, and
Intrusion Sensor
In addition to the standard
theft-deterrent system
features, this system may also
have a power sounder,
inclination sensor, and
intrusion sensor.
The power sounder provides
an audible alarm which is
distinct from the vehicle’s
horn. It has its own power
source, and can sound an
alarm if the vehicle’s battery is
compromised.
The inclination sensor can set
off the alarm if it senses
movement of the vehicle, such
as when a tire is removed.
Make sure the vehicle's alarm
is not armed prior to any
jacking.The intrusion sensor monitors
the vehicle interior, and can
activate the alarm if it senses
unauthorized entry into the
vehicle's interior. Do not allow
passengers or pets to remain
in the vehicle when the
intrusion sensor is activated.
Before arming the
theft-deterrent system and
activating the intrusion sensor:
.Make sure all doors and
windows are completely
closed.
.Secure any loose items such
as sun glasses.
.Make sure there are no
obstructions blocking the
sensors in the front
overhead console.
.Close DVD screens before
leaving the vehicle.
Inclination and Intrusion
Sensor Disable Switch
It is recommended that the
intrusion and inclination
sensor be deactivated if pets
are left in the vehicle or the
vehicle is being transported.
With the vehicle turned off,
press
oin the front
overhead console. The
indicator light will come on
momentarily, indicating that
these sensors have been
disabled for the next alarm
system arming cycle.

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Steering Column Lock
If equipped, the steering
column lock is a
theft-deterrent device. This
feature locks the steering
column when the vehicle is
turned off and the driver door
is opened, or when the driver
door is opened and then the
vehicle is turned off. The
steering column unlocks when
the vehicle is turned on.
The Driver Information Center
(DIC) may display one of these
messages:
.A message to service the
steering column lock
indicates that an issue has
been detected with the
column lock feature and the
vehicle should be serviced.
.A message that the steering
column is locked indicates
that the engine is running,
but the steering column is
still locked. It is normal for
the column to be locked
during a remote start, but
the column should unlockafter the brake pedal is
pressed and the vehicle is
started. No message will
display during a remote
start.
.A message that the steering
wheel must be turned and
the vehicle must be started
again indicates that the
column lock mechanism is
bound, the column locking
device was unable to unlock
the steering column, and the
vehicle did not start. If this
happens, immediately turn
the steering wheel from side
to side to unbind the column
lock. If this does not unlock
the steering column, turn the
vehicle off and open the
driver door to reset the
system. Then turn the
vehicle on and immediately
turn the steering wheel side
to side for about 15 seconds.
In some cases, it may take
significant force to unbind
the column.
To keep the steering column
from binding, straighten the
front wheels before turning
off the vehicle.Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency
Statement
0496.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to
be manually armed or
disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the vehicle
is turned off.
The immobilization system is
disarmed when the ignition is
turned on or to accessory
mode and a valid remote key is
present in the vehicle.

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The security light, in the
instrument cluster, comes on if
there is a problem with arming
or disarming the
theft-deterrent system.
The system has one or more
remote keys matched to an
immobilizer control unit in the
vehicle. Only a correctly
matched remote key will start
the vehicle. If the remote key
is ever damaged, you may not
be able to start your vehicle.
When trying to start the
vehicle, the security light may
come on briefly.
If the engine does not start
and the security light stays on,
there is a problem with the
system. Turn the ignition off
and try again.If the vehicle will not change
ignition modes (accessory
mode, on, off), and the remote
key appears to be undamaged,
try another remote key. Or,
you may try placing the
remote key in the backup
location. See Remote Key
Operation
09.
If the ignition modes will not
change with the other remote
key or in the backup location,
the vehicle needs service.
If the ignition does change
modes, the first remote key
may be faulty. See your dealer.
It is possible for the
immobilizer system to learn
new or replacement remote
keys. Up to eight remote keys
can be programmed for the
vehicle. To program additional
remote keys, see
“Programming Remote Keys to
the Vehicle” under Remote
Key Operation 09. Do not leave the remote key
or device that disarms or
deactivates the
theft-deterrent system in the
vehicle.Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{Warning
A convex mirror can make
things, like other vehicles,
look farther away than they
really are. If you cut too
sharply into the right lane,
you could hit a vehicle on
the right. Check the inside
mirror or glance over your
shoulder before changing
lanes.
The passenger side mirror is
convex shaped. A convex
mirror's surface is curved so
more can be seen from the
driver seat.

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Power Mirrors
To adjust each mirror:1. Press
jor|to select the
driver or passenger side
mirror. The indicator light
will illuminate.
2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move the
mirror in the desired
direction.
3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the
vehicle and the area
behind it can be seen. 4. Press
jor|again to
deselect the mirror.
Memory Mirrors
The vehicle may have memory
mirrors. See Memory Seats
0 48.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
The vehicle may have SBZA.
See Side Blind Zone Alert
(SBZA) 0353.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
The vehicle may have LCA.
See Lane Change Alert (LCA)
0 353.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
The mirrors can be folded
inward toward the vehicle to
prevent damage when going
through an automatic car
wash. Push the mirror
outward to return it to the
original position.
Power Folding Mirrors
If equipped, pressgto power
fold the mirrors. Press
gagain
to unfold.
The outside mirrors may
automatically unfold when the
vehicle is driven above
20 km/h (12 mph), but may be
folded with the power folding
mirror switch. If the vehicle
speed is driven above 40 km/h
(25 mph), they may
automatically unfold and may
not be refolded with the
power folding mirror switch.

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Resetting the Power
Folding Mirrors
Reset the power folding
mirrors if:
.The mirrors are accidentally
obstructed while folding.
.They are accidentally
manually folded/unfolded.
.The mirrors do not stay in
the unfolded position.
.The mirrors vibrate at
normal driving speeds.
Fold and unfold the mirrors
one time using the mirror
controls to reset them to their
normal position. A noise may
be heard during the resetting
of the power folding mirrors.
This sound is normal after a
manual folding operation.
Remote Mirror Folding
If equipped with power folding
mirrors, and the mirrors have
been folded with the power
folding mirror switch, they may not be automatically unfolded
by the Remote Mirror Folding
feature.
If equipped with power folding
mirrors, and the mirrors have
not been folded with the
power folding mirror switch
and the vehicle is in P (Park),
they may be automatically
folded/unfolded as follows:
1. If doors are locked by pressingHon the remote
key, the mirrors will fold.
If doors are unlocked by
pressing
Ion the remote
key, the mirrors will unfold.
See Remote Key Operation
0 9.
2. If doors are locked by pressing the door handle
button, the mirrors will
fold. If doors are unlocked
by pressing the door
handle button, the mirrors
will unfold. See “Keyless
Unlocking/Locking from
the Driver Door” in Remote
Key Operation 09. 3. If passive locking is
enabled and doors are
locked by that feature, the
mirrors will fold. See
“Passive Locking” in
Remote Key Operation 09.
Heated Mirrors
If equipped with heated
mirrors:
K:The rear window defogger
also heats the outside mirrors.
See Dual Automatic Climate
Control System 0233.
Automatic Dimming
Mirror
If the vehicle has the
automatic dimming mirror, the
driver outside mirror
automatically adjusts for the
glare of headlamps
behind you.
Do not spray glass cleaner or
chrome cleaner directly onto
the mirror. Only use a soft
towel dampened with water.

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Reverse Tilt Mirrors
If equipped with reverse tilt
mirrors and memory seats, the
passenger and/or driver
mirror tilts to a preselected
position when the vehicle is in
R (Reverse). This allows the
curb to be seen when parallel
parking.
The mirror(s) may move from
their tilted position when:
.The vehicle is shifted out of
R (Reverse), or remains in
R (Reverse) for about
30 seconds.
.The vehicle is turned off.
.The vehicle is driven in
R (Reverse) above a set
speed.
To view available settings
from the infotainment screen,
touch Settings > Vehicle >
Comfort and Convenience.
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview
Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for
a clear view of the area behind
the vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner
directly on the mirror. Use a
soft towel dampened with
water.
Manual Rearview
Mirror
If equipped, push the tab
forward for daytime use and
pull it rearward for nighttime
use to avoid glare of the
headlamps from behind.
Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror
If equipped, automatic
dimming reduces the glare of
headlamps from behind. The
dimming feature comes on
when the vehicle is started.
Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic
dimming mirror provides a
wide angle camera view of the
area behind the vehicle.
Pull the tab to turn on the
display. Push the tab to turn it
off. When off the mirror is
automatic dimming. Adjust the
mirror for a clear view of the
area behind the vehicle while
the display is off.

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PressVto scroll through the
adjustment options.
Press
tanduto adjust the
settings using the indicators
on the mirror. The indicators
will remain visible for
five seconds after the last
button activation, and the
settings will remain saved. The adjustment options are:
.Brightness
.Zoom
.Tilt

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{Warning
The Rear Camera Mirror
(RCM) has a limited view.
Portions of the road,
vehicles, and other objects
may not be seen. Do not
drive or park the vehicle
using only this camera.
Objects may appear closer
than they are. Check the
outside mirrors or glance
over your shoulder when
making lane changes or
merging. Failure to use
proper care may result in
injury, death, or vehicle
damage.Troubleshooting
See your dealer for service if a
blue screen and
3are
displayed in the mirror, and
the display shuts off. Also,
push the tab as indicated to
return to the automatic
dimming mode.
The Rear Camera Mirror may
not work properly or display a
clear image if:
.There is glare from the sun
or headlamps. This may
obstruct objects from view.
If needed, push the tab to
turn off the display.
.Dirt, snow, or other debris
blocks the camera lens.
Clean the lens with a soft
damp cloth.
.The camera’s mounting on
the vehicle has been
damaged, and/or the
position or the mounting
angle of the camera has
changed.

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Windows{
Warning
Never leave a child, a
helpless adult, or a pet alone
in a vehicle, especially with
the windows closed in warm
or hot weather. They can be
overcome by the extreme
heat and suffer permanent
injuries or even death from
heat stroke.
The vehicle aerodynamics are
designed to improve fuel
economy performance. This
may result in a pulsing sound
when either rear window is
down and the front windows
are up. To reduce the sound,
open either a front window or
the sunroof, if equipped.
Power Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously
injured or killed if caught in
the path of a closing
window. Never leave the
remote key in a vehicle with
children. When there are
children in the rear seat, use
the window lockout switch
to prevent operation of the
windows. See Keys 08.Power windows work when
the ignition is on, in accessory
mode, or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is
active. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0273.
Using the window switch,
press to open or pull to close
the window.
The windows may be
temporarily disabled if they
are used repeatedly within a
short time.

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Window Lockout
With Folding Mirrors,
Without Folding Mirrors Similar
This feature stops the rear
passenger window switches
from working.
.Press2to engage the rear
window lockout feature. The
indicator light is on when
engaged.
.Press2again to disengage.
Window Express
Movement
All windows can be opened
without holding the window
switch. Press the switch down
fully and quickly release to
express open the window.
If equipped, pull the window
switch up fully and quickly
release to express close the
window. Briefly press or pull
the window switch in the same
direction to stop that
window’s express movement.
Window Automatic
Reversal System
The express-close feature will
reverse window movement if it
comes in contact with an
object. Extreme cold or ice
could cause the window to
auto-reverse. The window will
operate normally after the
object or condition is removed.
Programming the Power
Windows
Programming may be
necessary if the vehicle
battery has been
disconnected or discharged.
If the window is unable to
express-up, program each
express-close window:
1. Close all doors.
2. Turn the ignition on or to accessory mode.
3. Partially open the window to be programmed. Then
close it and continue to pull
the switch briefly after the
window has fully closed.
4. Open the window and continue to press the
switch briefly after the
window has fully opened.