automatic transmission CADILLAC CTS 2007 1.G Owner's Manual

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.
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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 462andEngine Oil on
page 346for 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 349. 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 462
andRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on
page 473for 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 353.
LF TIRE:If you select this item, the driver’s side
front tire pressure will be displayed. If the tire
pressure is low, LOW will be displayed with this
item. The pressure can be displayed in pounds per
square inch (PSI) or kilopascals (KPA). To change
the units, seeDIC Main Menu on page 228
DIC Main Menu.
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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
dealer. SeeEngine Oil on page 346and
Scheduled Maintenance on page 462for 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 349. 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. SeeScheduled Maintenance on
page 462andRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 473for 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 353.
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 dealer as
soon as possible. SeeBrake System Warning
Light on page 205andBrakes on page 371
for 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 209for 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 223for information
on checking your vehicle’s tire pressures. Also,
seeTire Pressure Monitor System on page 405
andInation - Tire Pressure on page 402for
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 rell the windshield
washer uid reservoir as soon as possible. See
Windshield Washer Fluid on page 369for
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 (TCS) will not
operate while in competitive driving mode. You
should adjust your driving accordingly. Seethe CTS-V portion ofTraction Control System
(TCS) (CTS) on page 293orTraction Control
System (TCS) (CTS-V) on page 295for 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 dealer as soon as
possible to avoid damage to the engine or
transmission.
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On all vehicles, features such as climate control
settings, radio preset settings, exterior lighting
at unlock, remote lock and unlock conrmation,
and automatic door locks have already been
programmed for your convenience.
Some vehicles have additional features that can
be programmed including the seat and outside
rearview mirror position.
If your vehicle has the ability to program additional
personalization features, the driver’s preferences
are recalled by pressing the unlock button on
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
1 or 2, or by pressing the appropriate memory
button, 1 or 2, located on the driver’s door. Certain
features can be programmed not to recall until
the key is placed in the ignition. To change feature
preferences, see “Entering the Personalization
Menu” following.Entering the Personalization Menu
To enter the feature programming mode, use the
following procedure:
1. Turn the ignition to ON, but do not start the
engine. Make sure an automatic transmission
is in PARK (P) or a manual transmission
has the parking brake set.
To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is
recommended that the headlamps are
turned off.
2. If your vehicle has memory settings, press the
appropriate memory button, 1 or 2, located on
the driver’s door armrest. The DIC display
will show either Driver 1 or 2 depending
on which button was selected.
3. Press the PWR/VOL knob to turn the radio on.
4. Press the TUNE/SEL knob once to access the
main menu of the DIC.
5. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until SETUP is
highlighted.
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3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and
forth between on and off.
When the mode is turned on, a check mark
will appear next to the feature name.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either
exit the programming mode by following the
instructions later in this section or program the
next feature available on your vehicle.
Driver Unlock in Park
(Automatic Transmission Only)
The feature allows the driver’s door to
automatically unlock when the transmission is
shifted into PARK (P).
Programmable Modes
Mode 1:ON
Mode 2:OFF
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory,
it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to
which the vehicle was programmed may have
been changed since it left the factory.To program the vehicle to a different mode, use
the following procedure:
1. Enter the personalization portion of the
SETUP menu following the instructions
listed previously.
2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until DRIVER
UNLOCK IN PARK is highlighted.
3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and
forth between on and off.
When the mode is turned on, a check mark
will appear next to the feature name.
If this feature is selected, Driver Unlock Key
Out/Off, Doors Unlock Key Out/Off, or Doors
Unlock in Park cannot be selected.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either
exit the programming mode by following the
instructions later in this section or program the
next feature available on your vehicle.
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Driver Unlock Key Out (Automatic
Transmission Only)/Driver Unlock Key Off
(Manual Transmission Only)
This feature allows the driver’s door to
automatically unlock when the key is removed
from the ignition on automatic transmission
vehicles or when the ignition is turned to OFF for
manual transmission vehicles.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1:ON
Mode 2:OFF
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory,
it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to
which the vehicle was programmed may have
been changed since it left the factory.To program the vehicle to a different mode, use
the following procedure:
1. Enter the personalization portion of the
SETUP menu following the instructions
listed previously.
2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until DRIVER
UNLOCK KEY OUT/OFF is highlighted.
3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch between
on and off.
When the mode is turned on, a check mark
will appear next to the feature name.
If this feature is selected, Driver Unlock in Park
(automatic transmission), Doors Unlock in
Park (automatic transmission), or Doors Unlock
Key Out/Off cannot be selected.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either
exit the programming mode by following the
instructions later in this section or program the
next feature available on your vehicle.
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Doors Unlock in Park
(Automatic Transmission Only)
The feature allows the doors to automatically
unlock when the transmission is shifted into
PARK (P).
Programmable Modes
Mode 1:ON
Mode 2:OFF
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory,
it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to
which the vehicle was programmed may have
been changed since it left the factory.
To program the vehicle to a different mode, use
the following procedure:
1. Enter the personalization portion of the
SETUP menu following the instructions
listed previously.
2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until DOORS
UNLOCK IN PARK is highlighted.
3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and
forth between on and off.
When the mode is turned on, a check mark
will appear next to the feature name.If this feature is selected, Doors Unlock Key
Out/Off, Driver Unlock Key Out/Off, or Driver Unlock
in Park (automatic transmission) cannot be
selected.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either
exit the programming mode by following the
instructions later in this section or program the
next feature available on your vehicle.
Doors Unlock Key Out (Automatic
Transmission Only)/ Doors Unlock Key Off
(Manual Transmission Only)
This feature allows the doors to automatically
unlock when the key is removed from the ignition
on automatic transmission vehicles or when
the ignition is turned to OFF on manual
transmission vehicles.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1:ON
Mode 2:OFF
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory,
it was programmed to Mode 2. The mode to
which the vehicle was programmed may have
been changed since it left the factory.
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To program the vehicle to a different mode, use
the following procedure:
1. Enter the personalization portion of the
SETUP menu following the instructions
listed previously.
2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until DOORS
UNLOCK KEY OUT/OFF is highlighted.
3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch between
on and off.
When the mode is turned on, a check mark
will appear next to the feature name.
If this feature is selected, Doors Unlock in Park
(automatic transmission), Driver Unlock in
Park (automatic transmission), or Driver Unlock
Key Out/Off cannot be selected.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either
exit the programming mode by following the
instructions later in this section or program the
next feature available on your vehicle.
Delayed Locking
This feature delays the locking of the vehicle’s
doors for up to ve seconds after a power door lock
switch or the lock button on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed. The ve second
delay occurs after the last door is closed.Programmable Modes
Mode 1:ON
Mode 2:OFF
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory,
it was programmed to Mode 1. The mode to
which the vehicle was programmed may have
been changed since it left the factory.
To program the vehicle to a different mode, use
the following procedure:
1. Enter the personalization portion of the
SETUP menu following the instructions
listed previously.
2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until DELAYED
LOCKING is highlighted.
3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and
forth between on and off.
When the mode is turned on, a check mark
will appear next to the feature name.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either
exit the programming mode by following the
instructions later in this section or program the
next feature available on your vehicle.
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Dolly Towing
Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow
your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps:
1. Put the rear wheels on the dolly.
2. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the
tow vehicle.3. Put the vehicle in PARK (P) for an automatic
transmission or in NEUTRAL for a manual
transmission.
4. Set the parking brake and then remove
the key.
5. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead
position with a clamping device designed for
towing.
6. Release the parking brake.
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is neither designed nor intended to
tow any trailer.
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