CADILLAC DTS 2010 1.G Owners Manual

Keys
{WARNING:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key
is dangerous for many reasons, children or others
could be badly injured or even killed. They could
operate the power windows or other controls or
even make the vehicle move. The windows will
function with the keys in the ignition and children
could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the
path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in
a vehicle with children.
The master key is used for the driver door, ignition, andglove box.
The valet key is used for the driver door and ignition.
Notice:If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle,you may have to damage the vehicle to get in.Be sure you have spare keys.
In an emergency, contact Roadside Assistance.SeeRoadside Service on page 8-7.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System
SeeRadio Frequency Statement on page 8-20forinformation regarding Part 15 of the FederalCommunications Commission (FCC) Rules andRSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.
Changes or modifications to this system by other thanan authorized service facility could void authorization touse this equipment.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, try this:
•Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far
from the vehicle. Stand closer during rainy or snowyweather.
•Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left orright, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.
•Check the transmitter’s battery. See “Battery
Replacement” later in this section.
•If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see
your dealer/retailer or a qualified technician forservice.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functionswork up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle.
There are other conditions which can affect theperformance of the transmitter. SeeRemote KeylessEntry (RKE) System on page 3-4.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):Press to start the engine
from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter.SeeRemote Vehicle Start on page 3-7for additionalinformation.
With Remote Start(Without Remote StartSimilar)
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Q(Lock):Press to lock all the doors. If enabled
through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parkinglamps may flash once to indicate locking has occurred.
The horn may chirp whenQis pressed again within
five seconds. SeeDIC Vehicle Customization onpage 4-80for additional information.
PressingQmay arm the content theft-deterrent system.
SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on page 3-19.
K(Unlock):Press once to unlock the driver door.
IfKis pressed again within five seconds, all remaining
doors unlock. The interior lamps come on and stayon for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. Ifenabled through the DIC, the parking lamps flash twiceto indicate unlocking has occurred. SeeDIC Vehicle
Customization on page 4-80. PressingKmay disarm
the content theft-deterrent system. SeeContentTheft-Deterrent on page 3-19.
V(Remote Trunk Release):Press and hold for
about one second to unlock the trunk. The transmissionmust be in P (Park).
L(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):Press and release
to locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash andthe horn sounds three times.
Press and holdLfor more than two seconds to
activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flashand the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds.The alarm turns off when the ignition is moved to
ON/RUN orLis pressed again. The ignition must be
in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to work.
The vehicle comes with two transmitters. Eachtransmitter will have a number on top of it, “1” or “2”.These numbers correspond to the driver of the vehicle.For example, the memory seat position for driver 1will be recalled when using the transmitter labeled “1”,if enabled through the DIC. SeeMemory Seat,Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 2-6andDICVehicle Customization on page 4-80for moreinformation.
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Programming Transmitters to the
Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle willwork. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement canbe purchased and programmed through yourdealer/retailer. When the replacement transmitter isprogrammed to the vehicle, all remaining transmittersmust also be programmed. Any lost or stolentransmitters no longer work once the new transmitter isprogrammed. Each vehicle can have up to eighttransmitters programmed to it. See RELEARN REMOTEKEY underDIC Operation and Displays on page 4-62.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY INREMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. See“REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY” underDICWarnings and Messages on page 4-67for additionalinformation.
Notice:When replacing the battery, do not touchany of the circuitry on the transmitter. Staticfrom your body could damage the transmitter.
To replace the battery:
1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin objectinserted into the notch, located above themetal base.
2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object.
3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up.Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
4. Reassemble the transmitter.
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Remote Vehicle Start
The remote vehicle starting feature allows you to startthe engine from outside of the vehicle. It also startsup the vehicle’s automatic climate control system. Whenthe remote start system is active, the climate controlsystem will heat and cool the inside of the vehicleaccording to the previous settings of the system beforeturning the vehicle off. The rear window defoggerwill be turned on by the climate control system when itis cold outside. If the vehicle has heated seats, theywill also turn on when it is cold outside. SeeHeated andVentilated Seats on page 2-5for additional information.Cooled seats are not activated during a remote start.Normal operation of the climate control system willreturn after the key is turned to ON/RUN. SeeDualClimate Control System on page 4-36.
Laws in some communities may restrict the use ofremote starters. For example, some laws may require aperson using remote start to have the vehicle in viewwhen doing so. Check local regulations for anyrequirements on remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is lowon fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel.
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKEtransmitter functions will have an increased rangeof operation. However, the range may be less while thevehicle is running.
There are other conditions which can affect theperformance of the transmitter, seeRemote KeylessEntry (RKE) System Operation on page 3-4foradditional information.
/(Remote Start):This button will be on the
RKE transmitter if you have remote start.
To start the vehicle using the remote start feature:
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock button,then immediately press and hold the transmitter’sremote start button until the turn signal lightsflash or if the vehicle’s lights are not visible, pressand hold the remote start button for at leastfour seconds. Pressing the remote start buttonagain after the vehicle has started will turn off theignition.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turnon and remain on while the vehicle is running.The vehicle’s doors will be locked.
3. If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has beendriven, repeat these steps, while the engine is stillrunning, to extend the engine running time by10 minutes. Remote start can be extended one time.
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After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insertand turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.
If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut offafter 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done.
To manually shut off a remote start:
•Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press
the remote start button until the parking lampsturn off.
•Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
•Turn the ignition switch on and then off.
The remote vehicle start feature provides two separatestarts, each with 10 minutes of engine running, or itprovides one start with 10 minutes of engine running thatmay be extended 10 more minutes. If you press andrelease the transmitter lock button and then press andhold the remote start button on the RKE transmitteragain before the first 10 minutes of engine running timehas expired, 10 minutes are added to the remainingminutes. For example, if the lock button and thenthe remote start buttons are pressed again afterfive minutes of the engine run time, 10 minutes areadded and you now have 15 minutes of engine running.The added ten minutes are considered a secondremote vehicle start.
Once two remote starts or a single start with a timeextension have been used, the vehicle must be startedwith the ignition key before you can use the remotestart feature again.
The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if thekey is in the ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there isan emission control system malfunction.
The engine will turn off during a remote vehicle start ifthe coolant temperature gets too high, or the oil pressureis too low.
Your vehicle was shipped from the factory with theremote vehicle start system enabled. The system maybe disabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC).See “REMOTE START” underDIC VehicleCustomization on page 4-80for additional information.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 3-34for important safetyinformation when using remote start in a closed garage.
Remote Start Ready
If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle startfeature, it may have the remote start ready feature.This feature allows your dealer/retailer to add themanufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature. See yourdealer/retailer if you would like to add the manufacturer’sremote vehicle start feature to your vehicle.
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Doors and Locks
Door Locks
{WARNING:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
•Passengers, especially children, can easily
open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle.When a door is locked, the handle will not openit. The chance of being thrown out of thevehicle in a crash is increased if the doors arenot locked. So, all passengers should wearsafety belts properly and the doors should belocked whenever the vehicle is driven.
•Young children who get into unlocked vehicles
may be unable to get out. A child can beovercome by extreme heat and can sufferpermanent injuries or even death from heatstroke. Always lock the vehicle wheneverleaving it.
•Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked
door when you slow down or stop your vehicle.Locking your doors can help prevent this fromhappening.
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle.
Because the vehicle has the theft-deterrent system,you must unlock the doors with the key orRKE transmitter to avoid setting off the alarm.
From the outside, use either the key or theRKE transmitter.
From the inside, use the power door lock switches ormanual lock knobs. The manual lock knobs are locatedat the top of the door panel near the window.
Push the manual lock knob down to lock the door.To unlock the door, pull up on the knob.
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Central Door Unlocking System
The vehicle has a central door unlocking mode. Whenunlocking the driver door, the other doors can beunlocked at the same time by turning the key clockwisein the door lock cylinder twice.
Power Door Locks
On vehicles with power door locks, the switches arelocated on the front doors.
"(Unlock):Press to unlock the doors.
Q(Lock):Remove the key from the ignition and press
to lock the doors.
Programmable Automatic Door
Locks
The vehicle is programmed so that, when the doors areclosed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is movedout of P (Park), all the doors will lock. The doorswill unlock every time the vehicle is stopped and theshift lever is moved into P (Park).
If someone needs to get out while the vehicle is not inP (Park), have the person use the manual lock knobor power door lock switch. When the door is closedagain, it will not lock automatically. Use the manual lockknob or power door lock switch to lock the door.
The door locks can be programmed through promptsdisplayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC). Theseprompts allow the driver to choose various lock andunlock settings. For programming information, seeDIC Vehicle Customization on page 4-80.
Rear Door Security Locks
Rear door security locks prevent passengers fromopening the rear doors from the inside.
The rear door security locks are located on the insideedge of each rear door. The rear doors must be openedto access them.
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To assist in finding the lock, the vehicle hasthe following:
To use the lock:
1. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn itso the slot is in the horizontal position.
2. Close the door.
3. Do the same for the other rear door.
To open a rear door when the security lock is on, dothe following:
1. Unlock the door using the Remote Keyless Entry(RKE) transmitter, if the vehicle has one, thepower door lock switch, or by lifting the rear doormanual lock.
2. Open the door from the outside.
To cancel the rear door security lock:
1. Unlock the door and open it from the outside.
2. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn itso the slot is in the vertical position.
3. Do the same for the other rear door.
Lockout Protection
If the key is in the ignition and the power door lockswitch is used to lock the doors, all doors will lock andthen the driver door will unlock. It is alwaysrecommended that the ignition key is removed from thevehicle when locking the doors.
The lockout protection feature can be overridden byholding the power door lock switch for three secondsor longer.
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Trunk
{WARNING:
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven
with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any
objects that pass through the seal between the
body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine
exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which
cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate, or
trunk/hatch open:
•Close all of the windows.
•Fully open the air outlets on or under the
instrument panel.
•Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting
that brings in only outside air and set the fanspeed to the highest setting. See ClimateControl System in the Index.
•If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate,
disable the power liftgate function.
For more information about carbon monoxide, seeEngine Exhaust on page 3-34.
Remote Trunk Release
V(Remote Trunk Release):The remote trunk
release button is located to the left of the steering wheelnext to the instrument panel brightness control. Pressthe button to open the trunk. The vehicle must bein P (Park) or N (Neutral) and the valet lockout switchmust be off to use this button.
You can also press the button with the trunk symbol onthe RKE transmitter to open the trunk. To disablethis feature, seeValet Lockout Switch on page 3-18.
The trunk can be accessed using the Rear SeatPass-Through. See “Rear Seat Pass-Through” followingthis section.
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