automatic transmission fluid CADILLAC CTS 2006 1.G Owners Manual
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-41
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-44
Sport Mode Light (Automatic
Transmission/CTS).....................................3-45
Security Light...............................................3-45
Fog Lamp Light............................................3-45
Lights On Reminder......................................3-45
Cruise Control Light......................................3-46
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-46
Fuel Gage...................................................3-46
Message Center.............................................3-47
Message Center (CTS-V)...............................3-47
Transmission Fluid Hot Message.....................3-50
Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message.....3-50
Check Engine Oil Pressure Message...............3-51
Oil Temperature Warning Message..................3-51
Tire Pressure Warning Message.....................3-52
One-to-Four Shift Message.............................3-52Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-53
System Controls...........................................3-53
Status of Vehicle Systems.............................3-54
DIC Main Menu ............................................3-57
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-61
DIC Vehicle Personalization............................3-70
Audio System(s).............................................3-83
Setting the Time...........................................3-85
Radio with CD..............................................3-85
Navigation/Radio System..............................3-101
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-101
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (CTS)............3-102
Radio Reception.........................................3-102
Care of Your CDs.......................................3-103
Care of the CD Player.................................3-104
Diversity Antenna System.............................3-104
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-104
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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TUNE/SEL (Select) Knob:Turn this knob, located in
the lower right corner of the audio system, to scroll
through the menu items displayed. Press this knob to
select the menu item.
Status of Vehicle Systems
You can view the status of several vehicle systems
using the DIC.
Vehicle Information Menu
To access this menu, press the up or down arrow on
the INFO switch located to the right of the display.
The following items are available when the ignition is in
ON. These items will not be available when the
ignition is in ACCESSORY. The tire pressure menu
items are only available if your vehicle has the
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system:
OUTSIDE TEMP
MI TRIP A (KM TRIP A)*
MI TRIP B (KM TRIP B)*
MILES RANGE (KM RANGE)
MPG AVG (L/100 KM AVG)*
MPG INST (L/100 KM INST)
GAL FUEL USED (L FUEL USED)*
AVG MPH (AVG KM/H)*
TIMER*
BATTERY VOLTS
ENGINE OIL LIFE*
TRANS FLUID LIFE* (Automatic Transmission Only)
PSI LF TIRE (KPA LF TIRE)
PSI RF TIRE (KPA RF TIRE)
PSI RR TIRE (KPA RR TIRE)
PSI LR TIRE (KPA LR TIRE)
BLANK LINE
*These items can be reset. Each one must be reset
individually. For a detailed description of the menu items
and how to reset them, see “Vehicle Information
Menu Item Descriptions” later in this section.
You can view any of these items at any time, but only
one item can be displayed at a time.
Vehicle Information Menu Item
Descriptions
The following paragraphs contain a more detailed
description of each menu item:
OUTSIDE TEMP:If you select this item, the current
outside temperature is displayed at the top of the
screen. It will be in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or
degrees Celsius (°C) depending upon whether the
system is set for English or metric units. If you wish to
change the units, seeDIC Main Menu on page 3-57.
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To turn off the timer, press the CLR button again. When
the timer is off, the display will show the timer value
and TIMER OFF. The timing feature will stop.
To reset the timer, turn off the timer and then press and
hold the CLR button. The display will return to zero.
BATTERY VOLTS:If you select this item, the current
battery voltage is displayed. If the voltage is in the normal
range, the display will have OK after it. For example, the
display may read 13.2 BATTERY VOLTS OK.
If there is a problem with the battery charging system,
there are four possible DIC messages that may be
displayed. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 3-61for more information.
ENGINE OIL LIFE:If you select this item, the
percentage of remaining oil life is displayed. If you see
99% ENGINE OIL LIFE on the display, that means
that 99% of the current oil life remains.
When the oil life is depleted, the Change Engine Oil
message will appear on the display. See your dealer for
service. In addition to the engine oil life system
monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is
recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this
manual. SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4and
Engine Oil on page 5-16for more information.When you reset the Change Engine Oil message by
clearing it from the display, you still must reset the
engine oil life system separately. For more information
on resetting the engine oil life system, see “How to
Reset the Engine Oil Life System and the Oil Life
Indicator” underEngine Oil Life System on page 5-20.
If you clear the Change Engine Oil message from
the display, it will not re-appear.
TRANS FLUID LIFE (Automatic Transmission):
If you select this item, the percentage of remaining
transmission uid life is displayed. If you see
99% TRANS FLUID LIFE on the display, that means
that 99% of the current transmission uid life remains.
When the transmission uid life is depleted, the Change
Trans Fluid message will appear on the display. You
should change the transmission uid as soon as
possible. Be sure to keep a written record of the mileage
and date of the uid change so you will have it for
future reference. SeeScheduled Maintenance on
page 6-4andRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on
page 6-13for more information.
When you reset the Change Trans Fluid message by
clearing it from the display, you still must reset the
transmission uid life monitor separately. For more
information on resetting the transmission uid life
monitor, seeAutomatic Transmission Fluid on
page 5-23.
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Change Engine Oil
This message indicates that the life of the engine oil
has expired and it should be changed and that
your vehicle is due for service. See your GM dealer.
SeeEngine Oil on page 5-16andScheduled
Maintenance on page 6-4for more information.
When you reset the Change Engine Oil message by
clearing it from the display, you still must reset the
engine oil life system separately. For more information
on resetting the engine oil life system, seeEngine
Oil Life System on page 5-20. If you clear this message
from the display, it will not re-appear.
Change Trans (Transmission) Fluid
(Automatic Transmission)
This message indicates that the life of the transmission
uid has expired and it should be changed. See
Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4and
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13for
the proper uid and change intervals.
When you reset the Change Trans Fluid message by
clearing it from the display, you still must reset the
transmission uid life monitor separately. For more
information on resetting the transmission uid life
monitor, seeAutomatic Transmission Fluid on
page 5-23.
Check Brake Fluid
This message will display if the ignition is in ON to
inform the driver that the brake uid level is low.
Have the brake system serviced by your GM dealer as
soon as possible. SeeBrake System Warning Light
on page 3-38andBrakes on page 5-38for more
information.
Check Coolant Level
Notice:If your engine catches re because you
keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can
be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. SeeOverheated Engine
Protection Operating Mode on page 5-30for
information on driving to a safe place in an
emergency.
This message will appear when there is a low level of
engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced
by your GM dealer as soon as possible. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-26for more information.
Check Gas Cap
When this message appears on the display, the gas cap
has not been fully tightened. You should recheck the
gas cap to ensure that it is on and tightened properly.
See “If the Light Is On Steady” underMalfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 3-41for more information.
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Check Tire Pressure
If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
system, this message indicates that one or more of the
vehicle’s tires are low. SeeStatus of Vehicle Systems
on page 3-54for information on checking your vehicle’s
tire pressures. Also, seeTire Pressure Monitor
System on page 5-68andIn ation - Tire Pressure on
page 5-65for more information.
Check Washer Fluid
When this message appears on the display, it means
that your vehicle is low on windshield washer uid. You
should re ll the windshield washer uid reservoir as
soon as possible. SeeWindshield Washer Fluid
on page 5-37for more information.
Competitive Driving (CTS-V)
When competitive driving mode is turned on with the
TC (traction control) button, this message will be
displayed on the DIC. The TC light will be on when the
competitive driving mode is on. The traction control
system will not operate while in competitive driving
mode. You should adjust your driving accordingly. See
the CTS-V portion ofTraction Control System (TCS)
(CTS) on page 4-9orTraction Control System (TCS)
(CTS-V) on page 4-10for more information.
Driver Door Ajar
When this message appears on the display, it means
that the driver’s door was not closed completely.
You should make sure that the driver’s door is
closed completely.
Engine Coolant Hot – AC
(Air Conditioning) Off
This message displays when the engine coolant
becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature.
To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air
conditioning compressor is automatically turned off.
When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the air
conditioning compressor will turn back on. You can
continue to drive your vehicle.
If this message continues to appear, have the system
repaired by your GM dealer as soon as possible to avoid
damage to the engine or transmission.
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