run flat CADILLAC DTS 2010 1.G Owners Manual

Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire
(Not Punctured)
To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air onlyand not sealant:
Always do a safety check first. SeeIf a Tire Goes Flaton page 6-70.
1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from itsstorage location. SeeTire Sealant and CompressorKit Storage on page 6-79.
2. Unwrap the air only hose (E) and the power plug (G).
3. Place the kit on the ground.
Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close tothe ground so the hose will reach it.
4. Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire byturning it counterclockwise.
5. Attach the air only hose (E) onto the tire valve stemby turning it clockwise until it is tight.
6. Plug the power plug (G) into the accessory poweroutlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from otheraccessory power outlets. SeeAccessory PowerOutlet(s) on page 4-34.
If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do notuse the cigarette lighter.
If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use thecigarette lighter.
Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door orwindow.
7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running whileusing the air compressor.
8. Turn the selector switch (B) counterclockwise to theAir Only position.
9. Press the on/off (A) button to turn the compressor on.
The compressor will inflate the tire with air only.
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A. Wheel Block
B. Flat Tire
The following information explains how to use the jackand change a tire.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
The equipment needed is in the trunk. To accessthe equipment:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 3-12for moreinformation.
2. Press the area at thefront of the handlelocated on the cover sothat the back edgeraises.
3. Grab the handle andremove the cover.
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Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
1. Do a safety check before proceeding. SeeChanginga Flat Tire on page 6-80for more information.
2. For models having aluminum wheels with a centerwheel cover, use the flat end of the wheel wrench togently pry the wheel covers off. Store the wheelcover and lug nut caps in the trunk until you have theflat tire repaired or replaced. Be careful not to scratchthe aluminum wheel edge and do not try to remove itwith your hands. Then loosen the wheel nuts with thewheel wrench. Do not remove them yet.
3. For models with exposed lug nuts, loosen them usingthe wheel wrench. Do not remove them yet.
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14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscrosssequence as shown.
If your vehicle is equipped with wheel nut covers,screw the nut covers on with your fingers, thentighten one-quarter turn with the wheel wrench.
Notice:Wheel covers will not fit on your vehicle’scompact spare. If you try to put a wheel coveron the compact spare, the cover or the spare couldbe damaged.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools
{WARNING:
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these in
the proper place.
After you have put the spare tire on your vehicle, storethe flat tire in your trunk.
Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible.Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartmentin the trunk. For storage, the jack must be raiseduntil the screw end is flush with the edge of the jack.
The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replacethe compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soonas you can.
5-Wheel Nuts8-Wheel Nuts
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Radio FrequencyIdentification (RFID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-92RadiosNavigation/Radio System,see Navigation Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-108Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-120Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-89Theft-Deterrent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-119Rainsense™II Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32Rear Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42Rear Door Security Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10Rear Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-56Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature . . . . 2-11Rearview MirrorsAutomatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36Reclining Seatbacks, Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7Removing the Flat Tire and Installing theSpare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-83Removing the Spare Tire and Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-81Replacement PartsMaintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10Reporting Safety DefectsCanadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16Restraint System CheckChecking the Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17RoofSunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-57Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
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