CADILLAC CTS 2004 1.G Owners Manual

Roadside Service Availability
Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada,
an advisor is available to assist you over the phone.
A dealer technician, if available, can travel to your
location within a 30 mile (50 km) radius of a participating
Cadillac dealership. If beyond this radius, we will
arrange to have your car towed to the nearest
Cadillac dealership.
Reaching Roadside Service
Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number:
1-800-882-1112. A Roadside Service Advisor will assist
you and request the following information:
A description of the problem
Name, home address, home telephone number
Location of your Cadillac and number you are
calling from
The model year, Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN), mileage, and date of delivery
Roadside Service for the Hearing or
Speech Impaired
Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have
hearing difficulties or are speech impaired. Cadillac has
installed special telecommunication devices called
Text Telephone (TTY) in the Roadside Service Center.
Any customer who has access to a (TTY) or a
conventional teletypewriter can communicate with
Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada
1-888-889-2438 — daily, 24 hours.
Courtesy Transportation
Cadillac has always exemplied quality and value in its
offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership
experience, we and our participating dealers are
proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer
support program for new vehicles.
The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail
purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the
Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options
are available when warranty repairs are required.
This will reduce your inconvenience during
warranty repairs.
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Scheduling Service Appointments
When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should
contact your dealer and request an appointment.
By scheduling a service appointment and advising your
service consultant of your transportation needs, your
dealer can help minimize your inconvenience.
If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service
department immediately, keep driving it until it can be
scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is
safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership,
let them know this, and ask for instructions.
If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle
off for service, you are urged to do so as early in
the work day as possible to allow for same day repair.
Transportation Options
Warranty service can generally be completed while you
wait. However, if you are unable to wait Cadillac helps
minimize your inconvenience by providing several
transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,
your dealer can offer you one of the following:
Shuttle Service
Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle
service to get you to your destination with minimal
interruption of your daily schedule. This includes a one
way or round trip shuttle service to a destination up
to 10 miles from the dealership.
Public Transportation or
Fuel Reimbursement
If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs,
reimbursement (ve days maximum) may be available
for the use of public transportation such as taxi or
bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation
through a friend or relative, reimbursement for
reasonable fuel expenses (ve day maximum) may be
available. Claim amounts should reect actual costs and
be supported by original receipts.
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy
rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle
you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair.
Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of $40 a
day and must be supported by receipts. This requires
that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet
state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements.
Requirements vary and may include minimum age
requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc.
You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may
also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees,
excessive mileage, or rental usage beyond the
completion of the repair.
Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a
courtesy rental.
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Additional Program Information
Courtesy Transportation is available during the
Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it
is notpart of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
A separate booklet entitledWarranty and Owner
Assistance Informationfurnished with each new vehicle
provides detailed warranty coverage information.
Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating
dealers and all program options, such as shuttle
service, may not be available at every dealer. Please
contact your dealer for specic information about
availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements
will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel.
Canadian Vehicles:For warranty repairs during
the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General
Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
alternative transportation may be available under the
Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult
your dealer for details.
General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify,
change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at
any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility
pursuant to the terms and conditions described
herein at its sole discretion.
Vehicle Data Collection and Event
Data Recorders
Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a
number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor
and control several aspects of the vehicle’s
performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle
computers to monitor emission control components to
optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for air bag
deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock
braking and to help the driver control the vehicle
in difficult driving situations. Some information may be
stored during regular operations to facilitate repair
of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only
in a crash or near crash event by computer systems
commonly called event data recorders (EDR).
In a crash or near crash event, computer systems, such
as the Air Bag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)
in your vehicle may record information about the
condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such
as engine speed, brake applications, throttle position,
vehicle speed, safety belt usage, air bag readiness, air
bag performance data, and the severity of a collision.
This information has been used to improve vehicle crash
performance and may be used to improve crash
performance of future vehicles and driving safety. Unlike
the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board
systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of
vehicle occupants.
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To read this information, special equipment is needed
and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required.
GM will not access information about a crash event or
share it with others other than
with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the
vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee,
in response to an official request of police or similar
government office,
as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the
discovery process, or
as required by law.
In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may
use the data for GM research needs,
make it available for research where appropriate
condentiality is to be maintained and need is
shown, or
share summary data which is not tied to a
specic vehicle with non-GM organizations for
research purposes.
Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to
the special equipment that can read the information
if they have access to the vehicle or SDM.
If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar
®, please check
the OnStar®subscription service agreement or manual
for information on its operations and data collection.
Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could
cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying
General Motors.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it nds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved
in individual problems between you, your dealer, or
General Motors.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in
the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation
Washington, D.C. 20590
You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from the hotline.
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Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government
If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle
has a safety defect, you should immediately notify
Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General
Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:
Transport Canada
330 Sparks Street
Tower C
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in
a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify
us. Please call us at 1-800-458-8006, or write:
Cadillac Customer Assistance Center
Cadillac Motor Car Division
P.O. Box 33169
Detroit, MI 48232-5169In Canada, please call us at 1-888-446-2000.
Or, write:
Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication
Centre, 163-005
General Motors of Canada Limited
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Service Publications
Ordering Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair
information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer
Case Unit Repair Manual
This manual provides information on unit repair
service procedures, adjustments and specications for
GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00
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Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give technical service information
needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars
and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to
assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service
Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General
Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(1-800-463-7483).
Owner’s Information
Owner publications are written specically for owners
and intended to provide basic operational information
about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include
the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
Owner’s Manual
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00
Current and Past Model Order Forms
Service Publications are available for current and
past model GM vehicles. To request an order form,
please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the
World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com
Or you can write to:
Helm, Incorporated
P. O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
Prices are subject to change without notice and without
incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.
Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are
quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make
checks payable in U.S. funds.
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Accessing the DIC Main Menu
(Base Audio System)...................................3-66
Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-27
Activating Program Type (PTY) Stations
(RDS and XM™).......................................3-116
Adding Washer Fluid.......................................5-41
Additional Program Information........................... 7-9
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment...........................5-100
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade).............3-113
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-24
Air Conditioning..............................................3-29
Airbag
Readiness Light..........................................3-42
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)......... 7-9
Airbag Systems..............................................1-48
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle............................1-58
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-55
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-58
What Makes an Airbag Inate?......................1-55
What Will You See After an Airbag Inates?......1-56
When Should an Airbag Inate?....................1-54
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-50
AM .............................................................3-125Antenna, Diversity Antenna System..................3-127
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio
Antenna System........................................3-127
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)............................ 4-6
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-44
Anti-Pinch Feature..................................2-16, 2-53
Appearance Care............................................5-92
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-94
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-97
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-92
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle..............5-95
Finish Damage............................................5-97
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-97
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-97
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-98
Weatherstrips..............................................5-94
Ashtray.........................................................3-28
Ashtrays........................................................3-28
Assist Handles...............................................2-51
Audio System(s)............................................3-107
Audio Steering Wheel Controls....................3-124
Care of Your CD Player..............................3-126
Care of Your CDs......................................3-126
Diversity Antenna System............................3-127
Navigation/Radio System.............................3-124
Radio with CD...........................................3-108
Setting the Time........................................3-108
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Audio System(s) (cont.)
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-124
Understanding Radio Reception...................3-125
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-127
Automatic Transmission...................................2-24
Fluid..........................................................5-25
Operation...................................................2-26
B
Backing Up....................................................4-43
Battery..........................................................5-45
Battery Not Charging.......................................3-71
Battery Replacement......................................... 2-6
Battery Saver Active........................................3-71
Battery Voltage High.......................................3-71
Battery Voltage Low........................................3-72
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-24
Brake
Panic Assist................................................4-12
Parking......................................................2-35
System Warning Light..................................3-43
Brake Adjustment............................................5-44
Brake Fluid....................................................5-42
Brake Pedal Travel.........................................5-44
Brake Wear...................................................5-44
Brakes..........................................................5-42Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-21
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-52
Back-Up and License Plate Lamps.................5-55
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)........5-53
Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps..................5-53
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-52
Headlamps.................................................5-52
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........5-52
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-56
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Sidemarker Lamps...................................5-54
Buying New Tires...........................................5-74
C
Cadillac Owner Privileges™............................... 7-6
California Fuel.................................................. 5-6
Canada — Customer Assistance......................... 7-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-111
Carbon Monoxide...................2-12, 2-39, 4-27, 4-39
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-94
Your CD Player.........................................3-126
Your CDs .................................................3-126
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CD Messages...............................................3-122
Cellular Phone Usage....................................3-126
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-51
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)...........5-53
Chains, Tire...................................................5-78
Change Engine Oil..........................................3-73
Change Trans (Transmission) Fluid
(Automatic Transmission)..............................3-73
Charging System Light....................................3-43
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-47
Engine Oil Pressure Message.......................3-58
Check Brake Fluid..........................................3-74
Check Coolant Level.......................................3-74
Check Engine Light.........................................3-47
Check Gas Cap..............................................3-74
Check Washer Fluid........................................3-75
Checking Coolant............................................5-30
Checking Engine Oil........................................5-18
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-97
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-35
Infants and Young Children...........................1-32
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-41Child Restraints (cont.)
Older Children.............................................1-29
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
the LATCH System...................................1-43
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear
Seat Position...........................................1-43
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position...................................1-46
Top Strap...................................................1-39
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-40
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-38
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-28
Cleaning
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-92
Outside of Your Vehicle................................5-95
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-97
Weatherstrips..............................................5-94
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels......5-96
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.......................5-95
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet....................................5-92
Cleaning Glass Surfaces..................................5-94
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components.................5-93
Cleaning Leather............................................5-93
Cleaning the Mirror.................................2-41, 2-43
Cleaning the Speaker Covers...........................5-94
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel...........5-93
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Cleaning Tires................................................5-96
Cleaning Vinyl................................................5-93
Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades..............5-96
Cleaning Wood Panels....................................5-94
Climate Control System
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment.................3-35
Dual..........................................................3-29
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-34
Steering Wheel Controls...............................3-36
Clutch, Hydraulic.............................................5-28
Compact Spare Tire........................................5-91
Compass Calibration.......................................2-42
Compass Operation.........................................2-42
Compass Variance..........................................2-42
Competitive Driving (CTS-V) .............................3-75
Competitive Driving Mode................................4-10
Congurable Radio Display Keys.....................3-123
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-5
Convenience Net............................................2-52
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-46
Engine Temperature Warning Light.................3-45
Heater, Engine............................................2-25
Hot Temperature Warning Message................3-57
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-31
Cooling System..............................................5-34
Cruise Control................................................3-23
Cruise Control (CTS).......................................3-14Cruise Control (CTS-V) ....................................3-17
Cruise Control Light........................................3-52
CTS-VEngine Data.......................................5-112
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-50
Current and Past Model Order Forms................7-12
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation.................................. 7-7
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users............................... 7-4
Customer Assistance Offices........................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Program for Persons
with Disabilities.......................................... 7-5
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors........................................7-11
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government..............................7-11
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.........................7-10
Roadside Service.......................................... 7-6
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-11
D
Daytime Running Lamps..................................3-24
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Defogging and Defrosting.................................3-32
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