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Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-10293089) -
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INTRODUCTION 3
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has additional instructions or
information.
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Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that
may be found on the vehicle and what
they mean.
9: Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
$:Brake System Warning Light
":Charging System
I: Cruise Control
`:Do Not Puncture
^:Do Not Service
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
_:Flame/Fire Prohibited
.:Fuel Gauge
+: Fuses
3:Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
(: Heated Steering Wheel
j:LATCH System Child Restraints
*:Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
O:Power
/:Remote Vehicle Start
>:Safety Belt Reminders
7: Tire Pressure Monitor
d:Traction Control/StabiliTrak®
a:Under Pressure
M: Windshield Washer Fluid
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Climate Touch Screen Controls
1. Outside Temperature Display
2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
3. Fan Control
4. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)
5. A/C Mode (Air Conditioning)
6. Climate Control Selection (Application Tray Button)
7. Rear (Rear Climate Control Touch Screen)
8. Air Delivery Mode Control See
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0172 and Rear Climate Control
System 0177 (if equipped).
Transmission
Tap Shift
If equipped, permanent Tap Shift
Mode may be entered with the shift
lever in D (Drive), by pressing the
M (Manual Mode) button on the top
of the shift lever.
Temporary Tap Shift Mode may be
entered while in D (Drive) using the
tap shift controls on the back of the
steering wheel.
SeeManual Mode 0205.
Starting the Engine
When first starting the vehicle, the
engine idle speed will be elevated to
allow the catalytic converter, an
emissions control device, to quickly
reach operating temperature. After
approximately 20 seconds, the engine
will begin to transition to its normal,
quieter idle speed, which can vary
depending on the temperature. This is
normal operation.
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System
See the infotainment manual for
information on the radio, audio
players, phone, navigation system, and
voice or speech recognition,
if equipped. It also includes
information on settings.
Steering Wheel Controls
The infotainment system can be
operated by using the steering wheel
controls. See "Steering Wheel
Controls" in the infotainment manual.
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Reconfigurable Instrument
Cluster
The uplevel cluster display layout can
be changed.
Balanced Configuration
The Balanced configuration has three
interactive display zones: one in the
center of each of the gauges.
Enhanced Configuration
The Enhanced configuration has three
interactive display zones.
Performance Configuration (CTS-V Series and V-Sport Only)
The Performance configuration has
two interactive display zones.
Use the five-way control on the right
side of the steering wheel to move
between the different display zones
and scroll through the different
displays.
To change the cluster configuration:
1. Find the Options page in one of the interactive display zones on
the cluster.
2. Press SEL to enter the Options menu.
3. Scroll down to highlight Display Layout. Then press SEL to
select it. 4. Each layout in the menu is
represented by a small preview
image of the display layout.
Scroll up or down and highlight
the selection. Press SEL to select
the desired cluster configuration.
5. Exit the Display Layout menu by pressing
S.
Cluster Application Displays
The cluster can display information
regarding Navigation, Audio, and
Phone. On the base cluster, a
speedometer can also be displayed in
the center zone.
Navigation
If there is no active route, a compass
will be displayed. If there is an active
route, press SEL to end route guidance
(if equipped) or turn the voice
prompts (if equipped) on or off.
Audio
While the Audio application page is
displayed, press SEL to enter the
Audio menu. In the Audio menu,
search for music, select from favorites,
or change the audio source.
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Head-Up Display (HUD)
{Warning
If the HUD image is too bright or
too high in your field of view, it
may take you more time to see
things you need to see when it is
dark outside. Be sure to keep the
HUD image dim and placed low in
your field of view.
If equipped with HUD, some
information concerning the operation
of the vehicle is projected onto the
windshield. The image is projected
through the HUD lens on top of the
instrument panel. The information
appears as an image focused out
toward the front of the vehicle.
Caution
If you try to use the HUD image as
a parking aid, you may misjudge
the distance and damage your
vehicle. Do not use the HUD image
as a parking aid. The HUD information can be
displayed in various languages in
some vehicles. The speedometer
reading and other numerical values
can be displayed in either English or
metric units.
The language selection is changed
through the radio and the units of
measurement is changed through the
instrument cluster. See
Vehicle
Personalization 0149 and “Cluster
Settings Menu ”under Instrument
Cluster 0114.
HUD Display on the Vehicle
Windshield
The HUD may display some of the
following vehicle information and
vehicle messages or alerts:
. Speed
. Tachometer
. Audio
. Phone
. Navigation
. Collision Alert
. Cruise Control
. Lane Keep Assist
. Low Fuel
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Audio/Phone View :This displays the
speed view along with audio/phone
information. The current radio station,
media type, and incoming calls will be
displayed when active on vehicles
equipped with these features.
All HUD views may briefly display
audio information when the driver
uses the steering wheel controls to
adjust the audio settings appearing in
the instrument cluster.
Incoming phone calls appearing in the
instrument cluster, may also display
in any HUD view.
Navigation View : This display
includes the information in the speed
view along with Turn-by-Turn
Navigation information in some
vehicles. The compass heading is
displayed when navigation routing is
not active.
Navigation Turn-by-Turn Alerts
shown in the instrument cluster may
also be displayed in any HUD view.
Performance View : This displays the
speedometer reading, rpm reading,
transmission positions, and gear shift
indicator.
Care of the HUD
Clean the inside of the windshield to
remove any dirt or film that could
reduce the sharpness or clarity of the
HUD image. Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth
sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe the
lens gently, then dry it.
HUD Troubleshooting
Check that:
.
Nothing is covering the HUD lens.
. HUD brightness setting is not too
dim or too bright.
. HUD is adjusted to the proper
height.
. Polarized sunglasses are not worn.
. Windshield and HUD lens are
clean.
If the HUD image is not correct,
contact your dealer.
The windshield is part of the HUD
system. If the windshield needs
replacing, see Windshield
Replacement 0275.
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Vehicle Personalization
Use the audio system controls to
access the personalization menus for
customizing vehicle features.
The following are all possible
personalization features. Depending
on the vehicle, some may not be
available.
Infotainment System Audio System
Controls
To access the personalization menu:1. Press SETTINGS on the Home page on the infotainment system
display.
2. Press the desired feature to display a list of available options.
3. Press to select the desired feature setting.
4. Press the
[Back screen button
to return to the previous menu.
Personalization Menus
The following list of menu items may
be available:
. Time and Date .
Driving Mode
. Language (Language)
. Valet Mode
. Radio
. Vehicle
. Bluetooth
. Apple CarPlay
. Android Auto
. Voice
. Display
. Rear Camera
. Return to Factory Settings
. Software Information
Each menu is detailed in the following
information.
Time and Date
Manually set the time and date. See
Clock 0108.
Driving Mode
These settings will overwrite the main
Vehicle Mode selections made with
the mode button(s) on the console. Press and the following may display:
.
Engine Sound Management
. Steering
. Suspension
Engine Sound Management
This allows the Engine Sound
Management setting to be changed.
Select Auto (Mode Selector), Tour,
Sport, or Track.
Steering
This allows the Steering setting to be
changed.
Select Auto (Mode Selector), Tour,
Sport, or Track.
Suspension
This allows the Suspension setting to
be changed.
Select Auto (Mode Selector), Tour,
Sport, or Track.
Language (Language)
Select Language, then select from the
available language(s).
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The selected language will display on
the system, and voice recognition,
if equipped will reflect the selected
language.
Valet Mode(If Equipped)
This will lock the infotainment system
and steering wheel controls. It may
also limit access to vehicle storage
locations (if equipped).
To enable valet mode:
1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad.
2. Select Enter to go to the confirmation screen.
3. Re-enter the four-digit code.
Press LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or
unlock the system. Press Back to go
back to the previous menu.
Radio
Press to display the Radio menu and
the following may display:
. Manage Favorites
. Number of Favorites Shown
. Auto Volume
. Audible Touch Feedback .
Bose AudioPilot
. Maximum Start Up Volume
Manage Favorites
This allows favorites to be edited. See
“Manage Favorites ”in “Settings” under
“Radio ”in the infotainment manual.
Number of Favorites Shown
Press to set the number of favorites to
display.
Select the desired number or select
Auto and the infotainment system will
automatically adjust the number of
favorites shown.
Auto Volume
This feature adjusts the volume based
on the vehicle speed.
Select Off, Low, Medium-Low,
Medium, Medium-High, or High.
Audible Touch Feedback
This allows Audible Touch Feedback
to be turned on or off.
Select Off or On. Bose Audio Pilot
If equipped, this feature adjusts the
volume based on the noise in the
vehicle and speed. See
“Bose
AudioPilot noise compensation
technology” under“Infotainment
System Settings” in the infotainment
manual.
Select Off or On.
Maximum Startup Volume
This feature sets the maximum
startup volume. If the vehicle is
started and the volume is greater than
this level, the volume is adjusted to
this level. To set the maximum
startup volume, press + or −to
increase or decrease.
Vehicle
Select and the following may display:
. Climate and Air Quality
. Collision/Detection Systems
. Comfort and Convenience
. Lighting
. Power Door Locks
. Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
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Android Auto
This feature allows Android devices to
be connected to the infotainment
system through a USB port.
Select Off or On.
Manage Android Auto Devices
Select to manage Android devices.
Android Auto must be on for this
feature to be accessed.
Voice
Select and the following may display:
.Confidence Threshold
. Prompt Length
. Audio Feedback Speed
Confidence Threshold
This feature allows the adjustment of
the sensitivity of the speech
recognition system.
Select Confirm More or Confirm Less.
Prompt Length
This feature adjusts the voice prompt
length.
Select Short or Long. Audio Feedback Speed
This feature adjusts the audio
feedback speed.
Select Slow, Medium, or Fast.
Display
Select and the following may display:
.
Mode
. Proximity Sensing
. Calibrate Touchscreen
. Turn Display Off
Mode
Select to change the display screen for
day or night driving.
Select Auto, Day, or Night.
Proximity Sensing
When on, certain screen buttons and
features will become visible when a
hand approaches the screen.
Select Off, On, or On - Map Only.
Calibrate Touchscreen
Select to calibrate the touchscreen,
then follow the prompts. Turn Display Off
Select to turn the display off. Press
anywhere on the display area or any
faceplate button to turn the
display on.Rear Camera
Select and the following may display:
.
Guidance Lines
. Rear Cross Traffic Alert
. Rear Park Assist Symbols
Guidance Lines
Select to turn Off or On. See
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing 0228.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Select to turn Off or On. See
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing 0228.
Rear Park Assist Symbols
Select to turn Off or On. See
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing 0228.
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Infotainment System
Introduction
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Performance Data
Recorder (PDR)
Performance DataRecorder (PDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Introduction
Infotainment
See the infotainment manual for
information on the radio, audio
players, phone, navigation system, and
voice or speech recognition,
if equipped. It also includes
information on settings.
Performance Data
Recorder (PDR)
If equipped, the PDR icon displays on
the Home Page.
Important Information
Read before using PDR. All or some of
the information may apply to your
country:
. Use of the Performance Data
Recorder (PDR System) may be
prohibited or legally restricted in
certain countries and situations.
It is your own responsibility to
ensure compliance with applicable
laws and regulations, including
but not limited to privacy laws,
laws related to camera
surveillance and recordings, road
traffic and security laws, and laws
on the protection of publicity and
personality rights.
. You are solely liable for operation
of your vehicle and use of the PDR
System, including all related legal
responsibilities. Use of the PDR
System may be prohibited or
legally restricted in certain
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countries and situations. Vehicles
equipped with the PDR System are
intended for use on private tracks
only and may under local laws and
regulations be restricted or
completely excluded from use in
areas accessible by the public,
such as public roads. It is your
own responsibility to ensure
compliance with applicable laws
and regulations, including but not
limited to privacy laws, laws
related to camera surveillance and
recordings, road traffic and
security laws, and laws on the
protection of publicity and
personality rights. You may need a
permit, license, or other approval
from local authorities in order to
comply with applicable laws and
regulations.
. Do not use the PDR System if this
could distract your attention from
traffic or entail other risks.
. Do not rely exclusively on camera
footage for steering the vehicle.
. Comply with any notice and
consent requirements before
capturing and/or recording the voices or images of other persons
or collecting other personal data
with the PDR System.
. Notify other drivers of your
vehicle of the above rules and
require them to comply with them.
. General Motors does not accept
any responsibility or liability in
connection with an impermissible
use of the PDR System.
. Please note that law enforcement
authorities may have the right to
seize video recordings and use
them as evidence of criminal/
driving offences against you or
third parties.
. The PDR System captures and
records any sound perceivable
within the vehicle, including any
conversations among vehicle
occupants. Hidden recording of
conversations may be an offence
under certain jurisdictions.
Therefore, all vehicle users and
occupants must be informed about
ongoing audio recording upon
activation of the PDR System. The PDR records video, audio, and
vehicle data. This data is stored on a
removable SD card in the glove box.
The recorded data is not stored
anywhere else and is only accessible
from the SD card.
To begin, insert a FAT32 formatted SD
card, Class 10 required, 8, 16, or 32 GB
recommended, into the glove box SD
card reader.
Touch the PDR icon to access the PDR
menu. The options displayed are:
Start Recording
If the system is unable to begin
recording, the Start Recording button
is grayed out.