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Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-16500419) -
2023 - CRC - 5/6/22
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . .8
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . .42
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Instruments and Controls . . .103
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . .161
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
Driving and Operating . . . . . . .240
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .373
Service and Maintenance . . .469
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .480
Customer Information . . . . . . .485
Reporting Safety Defects . . .497
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . .508
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 511
Introduction
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78 Seats and Restraints
In addition, the vehicle has a
passenger sensing system for
the front outboard passenger
position, which includes
sensors that are part of the
passenger seat. The
passenger sensing system
may not operate properly if
the original seat trim is
replaced with non-GM covers,
upholstery, or trim; or with GM
covers, upholstery, or trim
designed for a different
vehicle. Any object, such as an
aftermarket seat heater or a
comfort-enhancing pad or
device, installed under or on
top of the seat fabric, could
also interfere with the
operation of the passenger
sensing system. This could
either prevent proper
deployment of the passenger
airbag(s) or prevent the
passenger sensing system
from properly turning off the
passenger airbag(s). See
Passenger Sensing System
072. If the vehicle has rollover
roof-rail airbags, see Different
Size Tires and Wheels
0439
for additional important
information.
If the vehicle must be modified
because you have a disability
and have questions about
whether the modifications will
affect the vehicle's airbag
system, or if you have
questions about whether the
airbag system will be affected
if the vehicle is modified for
any other reason, call
Customer Assistance. See
Customer Assistance Offices
0 487.
Airbag System Check
The airbag system does not
need regularly scheduled
maintenance or replacement.
Make sure the airbag
readiness light is working. See
Airbag Readiness Light 0123.
Caution
If an airbag covering is
damaged, opened, or broken,
the airbag may not work
properly. Do not open or
break the airbag coverings.
If there are any opened or
broken airbag coverings,
have the airbag covering
and/or airbag module
replaced. For the location of
the airbags, see Where Are
the Airbags? 067. See your
dealer for service.
Replacing Airbag
System Parts after a
Crash
{Warning
A crash can damage the
airbag systems in the
vehicle. A damaged airbag
system may not properly
protect you and your
passenger(s) in a crash,
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Cluster Menu
There is an interactive display
area in the center of the
instrument cluster.
Use the right steering wheel
control to open and scroll
through the different items
and displays.
PressSorTto access the
cluster applications. Use the
thumbwheel to scroll
yorz
through the list of available
features. Press the
thumbwheel to select. Not all
applications will be available
on all vehicles.
.Info Tiles Selection/Trip
Computer/Maintenance/
Driver Assistance: The
selected Driver Information
Center (DIC) displays can be
viewed. See Driver
Information Center (DIC)
(Base Level) 0136 or
Driver Information Center
(DIC) (Uplevel) 0139.
.Performance
.Audio
.Navigation
.Phone
.Options
.Simplify
Performance
If equipped, press the
thumbwheel to enter the
Performance menu. Scroll
through the available items.
Performance Timer : Press
the thumbwheel to enter the
setup menu. Use the
thumbwheel to scroll to select
the desired speed segment,
then press the thumbwheel to
enter the submenu. Use the thumbwheel to confirm the
speed segment selection or to
reset the best time for that
segment. On the next
acceleration, the performance
timer will record the time.
Pressing the thumbwheel
while the timer is running will
cancel the timer if done before
reaching the end of the
segment.
Lap Timer (without PDR) :
Press the thumbwheel when
Lap Timer is displayed to start,
stop, or reset the lap timer.
Press the thumbwheel while
the Lap Timer page is active
to start the timer. If the lap
timer is active, pressing the
thumbwheel will stop the
current lap timer and start a
new lap. Pressing the
thumbwheel within 10 seconds
after completing the last lap
(Stop Lap Timer option is
displayed), the Lap Timer will
stop. Press the thumbwheel
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If the light stays on, or comes
on while driving, there may be
a problem with the electrical
charging system. Have it
checked by your dealer.
Driving while this light is on
could drain the battery.
When this light comes on, or is
flashing, the Driver Information
Center (DIC) also displays a
message.
If a short distance must be
driven with the light on, be
sure to turn off all
accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner. Find a safe
place to stop the vehicle.
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (Check Engine
Light)
This light is part of the
vehicle’s emission control
on-board diagnostic system.
If this light is on while the
engine is running, a
malfunction has been
detected and the vehicle mayrequire service. The light
should come on to show that it
is working when the ignition is
in Service Mode. See Ignition
Positions
0267.
Malfunctions are often
indicated by the system
before any problem is
noticeable. Being aware of the
light and seeking service
promptly when it comes on
may prevent damage.
Caution
If the vehicle is driven
continually with this light on,
the emission control system
may not work as well, the
fuel economy may be lower,
and the vehicle may not run
smoothly. This could lead to
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
costly repairs that might not
be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Caution
Modifications to the engine,
transmission, exhaust,
intake, or fuel system, or the
use of replacement tires
that do not meet the original
tire specifications, can cause
this light to come on. This
could lead to costly repairs
not covered by the vehicle
warranty. This could also
affect the vehicle’s ability to
pass an Emissions
Inspection/Maintenance
test. See Accessories and
Modifications0374.
If the light is flashing : A
malfunction has been
detected that could damage
the emission control system

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and increase vehicle
emissions. Diagnosis and
service may be required.
To help prevent damage,
reduce vehicle speed and
avoid hard accelerations and
uphill grades. If towing a
trailer, reduce the amount of
cargo being hauled as soon as
possible.
If the light continues to flash,
find a safe place to park. Turn
the vehicle off and wait at
least 10 seconds before
restarting the engine. If the
light is still flashing, follow the
previous guidelines and see
your dealer for service as
soon as possible.
If the light is on steady :A
malfunction has been
detected. Diagnosis and
service may be required.
Check the following:
.If fuel has been added to the
vehicle using the capless fuel
funnel adapter, make sure
that it has been removed. See
“Filling the Tank with a
Portable Gas Can” under
Filling the Tank 0362. The
diagnostic system can
detect if the adapter has
been left installed in the
vehicle, allowing fuel to
evaporate into the
atmosphere. A few driving
trips with the adapter
removed may turn off the
light.
.Poor fuel quality can cause
inefficient engine operation
and poor driveability, which
may go away once the
engine is warmed up. If this
occurs, change the fuel
brand. It may require at least
one full tank of the proper
fuel to turn the light off. See
Recommended Fuel (LSY
2.0L L4 Engine) 0360 or
Recommended Fuel (LGY
3.0L V6 and LT4 6.2L
V8 Engines) 0361.
If the light remains on, see
your dealer.
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs
If the vehicle requires an
Emissions Inspection/
Maintenance test, the test
equipment will likely connect
to the vehicle's Data Link
Connector (DLC).
The DLC is under the
instrument panel to the left of
the steering wheel.
Connecting devices that are
not used to perform an
Emissions Inspection/
Maintenance test or to service
the vehicle may affect vehicle
operation. See Add-On
Electrical Equipment 0372.
See your dealer if assistance
is needed.

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economy over recent driving
history and the amount of fuel
remaining in the fuel tank.
Oil Life :Shows an estimate of
the oil's remaining useful life.
If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is
displayed, that means 99% of
the current oil life remains.
When the remaining oil life is
low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message will appear on
the display. The oil should be
changed as soon as possible.
See Engine Oil 0383. In
addition to the engine oil life
system monitoring the oil life,
additional maintenance is
recommended. See
Maintenance Schedule 0471.
The Oil Life display must be
reset after each oil change.
It will not reset itself. Do not
reset the Oil Life display
accidentally at any time other
than when the oil has just
been changed. It cannot be
reset accurately until the next
oil change. See Engine Oil Life
System 0386. Air Filter Life :
If equipped,
Shows an estimate of the
engine air filter’s remaining
useful life and the state of the
system. Engine Air Filter Life
95% means 95% of the
current air filter life remains.
Messages will display based
on the engine air filter life and
the state of the system. When
the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL
CHANGE message displays,
the engine air filter should be
replaced at the time of the
next oil change. When the
REPLACE SOON message
displays, the engine air filter
should be replaced at the
earliest convenience.
The Air Filter Life display must
be reset after the engine air
filter replacement. To reset,
see Engine Air Filter Life
System 0389.
Brake Pad Life : If equipped,
This displays an estimate of
the remaining life of the front
and rear brake pads.
Messages will display based on brake pad wear and the
state of the system. Reset the
Brake Pad Life display after
replacing the brake pads. See
Brake Pad Life System (If
Equipped)
0403.
Tire Pressure : Shows the
approximate pressures of all
four tires. Tire pressure is
displayed in either
kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds
per square inch (psi). If the
pressure is low, the value for
that tire is shown in amber.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
System 0430 and
Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0431.
Fuel Economy : Displays
average fuel economy, the
best fuel economy over the
selected distance, and a bar
graph showing instantaneous
fuel economy.
Average Speed : Displays the
average vehicle speed of the
vehicle in kilometers per
hour (km/h) or miles per
hour (mph). This average is

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Fuel Economy :Displays the
average fuel economy, the
best fuel economy over the
selected distance, and a bar
graph showing instantaneous
fuel economy. Pressing the
thumbwheel opens a menu to
change the selected distance
or reset the current values.
Trip Timer/Fuel Used : This
display can be used as a timer.
To start/stop the timer, press
the thumbwheel while this
display is active and then
select the start/stop the
timer. The display shows the
amount of time that has
passed since the timer was
last reset. To reset the timer
to zero, press the thumbwheel
to access the menu while this
display is active.
Fuel Used displays the
approximate liters (L) or
gallons (gal) of fuel that have
been used since last reset.
The fuel used can be reset by pressing the thumbwheel and
selecting Reset Fuel Used in
the menu.
Current Drive Cycle :
Displays
information in relation to the
current drive cycle including
Distance Traveled, Average
Fuel Economy, and the Total
Time. They will reset after the
drive cycle is completed.
Driver Assistance :
If equipped, displays the
status of all active safety
systems.
Oil Life : Displays an estimate
of the remaining useful oil life.
If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is
displayed, that means 99% of
the current oil life remains.
When the remaining oil life is
low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message appears on
the display. The oil should be
changed as soon as possible.
See Engine Oil 0383. In
addition to the engine oil life
system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is
recommended. See
Maintenance Schedule
0471.
The Oil Life display must be
reset after each oil change.
It will not reset itself. Do not
reset the Oil Life display
accidentally at any time other
than when the oil has just
been changed. It cannot be
reset accurately until the next
oil change. See Engine Oil Life
System 0386.
Air Filter Life : If equipped,
shows an estimate of the
engine air filter’s remaining
useful life and the state of the
system. Engine Air Filter Life
95% means 95% of the
current air filter life remains.
Messages are displayed based
on the engine air filter life and
the state of the system. When
the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL
CHANGE message displays,
the engine air filter should be
replaced at the time of the
next oil change. When the
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Climate Controls 233
Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Dual Automatic ClimateControl System . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Maintenance
Passenger CompartmentAir Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Climate Control Systems
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
The climate control buttons on the center stack and on the
climate control display are used to adjust the heating, cooling,
and ventilation.
Center Stack Climate Controls
1. ON/OFF (Power)
2. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
3. Air Delivery Mode Control 4. Driver Temperature
Controls
5. Fan Control
6. Passenger Temperature Controls

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Check with your dealer
before adding equipment to
the outside of the vehicle.
.Do not attach any devices to
the air vent slats. This
restricts airflow and may
cause damage to the air
vents.
Maintenance
Passenger
Compartment Air
Filter
The filter reduces dust, pollen,
and other airborne irritants
from outside air that is pulled
into the vehicle. The filter
should be replaced as part of
routine scheduled
maintenance. See
Maintenance Schedule0471.
See your dealer regarding
replacement of the filter.
Service
All vehicles have a label
underhood that identifies the
refrigerant used in the vehicle.
The refrigerant system should
only be serviced by trained
and certified technicians. The
air conditioning evaporator
should never be repaired or
replaced by one from a
salvage vehicle. It should only
be replaced by a new
evaporator to ensure proper
and safe operation.
During service, all refrigerants
should be reclaimed with
proper equipment. Venting
refrigerants directly to the
atmosphere is harmful to the
environment and may also
create unsafe conditions
based on inhalation,
combustion, frostbite, or other
health-based concerns.
The air conditioning system
requires periodic maintenance.
See Maintenance Schedule
0 471.