heating CADILLAC STS 2011 1.G Owners Manual

Black plate (15,1)Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011
Climate Controls
The heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled
for the vehicle with this system.
Vehicles With Heated and Ventilated Seats Shown,Vehicles Without Similar
A. Driver and Passenger Side Power Buttons
B. Ventilated Seat
C. AUTO
D. Air Recirculation E. Air Conditioning F. Heated Seat
G. Fan Control H. Defrost
I. Rear Window Defogger
J. Air Delivery Mode Control
See Dual Climate Control System
on page 4‑43and
Rear Climate Control System on page 4‑49.
Transmission
Driver Shift Control (DSC)
Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an
automatic transmission similar to a manual
transmission. To use the DSC feature:
1. Move the shift lever to the right from D (Drive) into the DSC area.
The vehicle will be in sport mode. It will remain in
sport mode if the shift lever is not moved forward
or rearward. Sport mode will shift the transmission
automatically but remain in a gear longer than
it would in D (Drive) based on braking and
acceleration.
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Heated Steering Wheel
For vehicles with a heated steering wheel, the button for
this feature is located on the steering wheel.
(:Press to turn the heated steering wheel on or off.
A light on the button displays when the feature is
turned on.
The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start
heating.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
G :Turn and Lane-Change Signals
O :Headlamps
3 :Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer #
:Fog Lamps
I :Cruise Control
.Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped).
.Forward Collision Alert (FCA) (If Equipped).
.Flash-To-Pass Feature.
Information for these features is on the pages following.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
An arrow on the
instrument panel cluster
flashes in the direction of
the turn or lane change.
Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn.
Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to
signal a lane change. Hold it briefly until the lane
change is complete.
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Climate Controls
Dual Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled
for the vehicle with this system.
Automatic Operation
Vehicles With Heated and Ventilated Seats Shown,Vehicles Without Similar
A. Driver and Passenger Side Power Buttons
B. Ventilated Seat
C. AUTO
D. Recirculation E. Air Conditioning F. Heated Seat
G. Fan Control H. Defrost I. Rear Window Defogger
J. Air Delivery Mode Control AUTO (Automatic):
The system automatically controls
the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning and
recirculation modes in order to heat or cool the vehicle
to the desired temperature.
To place the system in automatic mode:
1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting, generally, between 21°C (70°F) and 27°C (80°F).
Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature
setting will not cause the system to heat or cool
any faster. If the system is set at the warmest
temperature setting, the system will try to
continuously heat the vehicle and will not adjust
the system down as the vehicle warms up.
To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the
system delays turning on the fan until warm air is
available. The system starts out blowing air at the
floor, but can automatically change modes as
the vehicle warms up to maintain the chosen
temperature setting. The length of time needed for
warm up depends on the outside temperature and
the length of time that has elapsed since the
vehicle was last driven.
3. Wait for the system to regulate. This may take from 10 to 30 minutes. Then adjust the temperature,
if necessary.
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Rear Climate Control System
The vehicle has a rear climate control system. The
base model includes air outlets in the rear of the center
console for cooling and under-seat air outlets for
heating. The temperature, amount of airflow, and the
air delivery mode is controlled automatically by the front
climate control system.
Some vehicles may have an optional climate control
panel for the rear passenger, located on the back of the
center console.
A. Temperature Control
B. Air Delivery Mode ControlC. Heated Seat
D. Heated Seat
Indicator
9(Off) : Turns off the airflow to the rear seat
passengers. With the air delivery off there may be an
increase in the air rush sound of the front system.
Temperature Control: Turn clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the
temperature.
Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn to change the
direction of the airflow for the rear seat passengers.
To change the current mode, select one of the following:
Y (Vent): Air is directed to the console outlets.
\ (Bi-Level): Air is directed to the console and the
floor outlets.
[ (Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets.
The front climate control system automatically controls
the amount of airflow to the rear seat passengers,
regardless of optional equipment. Airflow to the rear
system turns off when defrost is selected on the front
climate control panel, in order to direct air to clear the
windshield.
z(Heated Seat): Press to turn on rear heated seats.
There are two buttons, each with three indicator lights,
located between the climate control knobs on the rear
climate control panel.
Keep the area under the front seats clear of any objects
so the air in the vehicle can circulate effectively.
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Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light
The engine coolant
temperature warning light
comes on when the
engine is very hot.
This light also comes on briefly when the vehicle is
started.
If the light does not go out or comes on and stays on
while driving, there may be a problem with the cooling
system. Driving with engine coolant temperature light on
could cause the vehicle to overheat, see Overheated
Engine Protection Operating Mode
on page 6‑32. See
Engine Overheatingon page 6‑30and DIC Warnings
and Messageson page 4‑76for more information.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
This gauge shows
the engine coolant
temperature.
It can be used to see when the engine has warmed
up and to make sure the cooling system is operating
properly. If the gauge pointer moves into the shaded
area, the engine coolant is too hot and the engine
coolant temperature warning light comes on. See
Engine Overheating
on page 6‑30for more
information.
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ENGINE COOLANT HOT IDLE ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the engine is
overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an
overheat warning appears on the instrument panel
cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as
possible. Do not increase the engine speed above
normal idling speed. See Engine Overheating
on
page 6‑30for more information.
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when the engine coolant
temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to
idle until it cools down. See Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning Light on page 4‑61.
See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
on
page 6‑32for information on driving to a safe place in
an emergency.
ENGINE HOT –AC
(Air Conditioning) OFF
This message displays when the engine coolant
becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature.
See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
on
page 4‑61. 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 turns 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.
ENGINE POWER REDUCED
This message displays when the engine power is
being reduced to protect the engine from damage.
There could be several malfunctions that might cause
this message. Reduced engine power can affect the
vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but
there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your
destination. The performance may be reduced the
next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be
driven at a reduced speed while this message is on, but
acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this
message stays on, take the vehicle to your dealer for
service as soon as possible.
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ENGINE PROTECTION REDUCED
RPM'S (Revolutions Per Minute)
This message displays when your vehicle is in an
overheated engine operating mode. If this message
appears, the vehicle has determined that continued
operation at the existing engine speed may lead to
engine overheating. The vehicle automatically limits
engine RPMs to prevent engine overheating. You may
notice the vehicle upshifting early or reduced speeds
while this message is displayed. When the engine oil
returns to a safe operating temperature, this message
clears from the DIC and the vehicle returns to normal
operation. Your vehicle does not require service when
this message is displayed.
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays and a chime sounds if the fuel
level is low. Refuel as soon as possible. See Fuel
Gauge
on page 4‑68and Fuelon page 6‑6for more
information.
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PRESS START AND BRAKE TO START
ENGINE
This message displays when you need to press down
on the brake pedal while pressing the start button on
the electronic keyless ignition when trying to start your
vehicle. SeeStarting the Engine
on page 3‑27for more
information.
RADAR CRUISE NOT READY
This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise
Control system is not activating due to a temporary
condition. Your vehicle does not require service. This
message also displays when either of the following
conditions occur:
.The driver turns off the head-up display (HUD)
while the Adaptive Cruise Control is engaged.
.The driver attempts to engage the Adaptive Cruise
Control while the HUD is off.
If this message appears when attempting to activate the
system, continue driving for several minutes and then
try activating the system again.
RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when the passenger side rear
door is not closed completely. Make sure that the door
is closed completely.
SERVICE AC
(Air Conditioning) SYSTEM
This message displays when the electronic sensors
that control the air conditioning and heating systems
are no longer working. Have the climate control system
serviced by your dealer if a drop in heating and air
conditioning efficiency is noticeable.
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TRANS (Transmission)
HOT IDLE ENGINE
Notice:If you drive the vehicle while the
transmission fluid is overheating and the
transmission temperature warning is displayed on
the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, you can
damage the transmission. This could lead to costly
repairs that would not be covered by the warranty.
Do not drive your vehicle with overheated
transmission fluid or while the transmission
temperature warning is displayed.
This message displays when the transmission fluid in
your vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle and allow it to
idle until the transmission cools down or until this
message is removed.
TRUNK OPEN
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays when the trunk is not closed
completely. Make sure that the trunk is closed
completely.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays and a chime sounds if a turn
signal is left on for about 1 mile (1.6 km). Turn off the
turn signal.
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Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gearbeforestarting
down a long or steep downgrade. If the transmission is
not shifted down, the brakes might have to be used so
much that they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce the
vehicle's speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce
the possibility of the engine and the transmission
overheating.
Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift the transmission to
a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under
heavy loads and/or hilly conditions.
When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades,
consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a
lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If the engine
is turned off immediately after towing at high altitude on
steep uphill grades, the vehicle may show signs similar
to engine overheating. To avoid this, let the engine run
while parked, preferably on level ground, with the
automatic transmission in P (Park) for a few minutes
before turning the engine off. If the overheat warning
comes on, see Engine Overheating on page 6‑30.
Parking on Hills
{WARNING:
Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer
attached can be dangerous. If something goes
wrong, the rig could start to move. People can be
injured, and both the vehicle and the trailer can be
damaged. When possible, always park the rig on
a flat surface.
If parking the rig on a hill: 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill
or into traffic if facing uphill.
2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load.
4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then apply the parking brake and shift into P (Park).
5. Release the brake pedal.
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