CADILLAC XTS 2017 1.G Service Manual

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To avoid setting off the alarm by
accident:
.Lock the vehicle after all
occupants have left the vehicle
and all doors are closed.
. Always unlock a door with the
RKE transmitter or use the Keyless
Access system.
Unlocking the driver door with the key
will not disarm the system or turn off
the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper
Condition
IfKis pressed and the horn chirps
and the lights flash three times, the
alarm was activated while the alarm
system was armed.
If the alarm system has been
activated, a message will appear on
the DIC. See Security Messages 0141.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be
manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the vehicle is
turned off.
The immobilization system is
disarmed when the pushbutton start
is activated to enter the ACC/
ACCESSORY mode or the ON/RUN/
START mode and a valid transmitter
is present in the vehicle.
The security light in the instrument
cluster comes on if there is a problem
with arming or disarming the
theft-deterrent system.
The system has one or more RKE
transmitters matched to an
immobilizer control unit in your
vehicle. Only a correctly matched RKE
transmitter will start the vehicle.
If the transmitter is ever damaged,
you may not be able to start your
vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light may come on briefly
when the ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
ignition off and try again.
If the vehicle will not change ignition
modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN/
START, OFF), and the RKE transmitter
appears to be undamaged, try another
transmitter. Or, you may try placing
the transmitter in the transmitter
pocket in the center console. See
Key
and Lock Messages 0137.
If the ignition modes will not change
with the other transmitter, your
vehicle needs service. If the ignition
does change modes, the first
transmitter may be faulty. See your
dealer who can service the
theft-deterrent system and have a new
RKE transmitter programmed to the
vehicle.
It is possible for the immobilizer
system to learn new or replacement
RKE transmitters. Up to eight
transmitters can be programmed for
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transmitters, see“Programming
Transmitters to the Vehicle ”under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 027.
Do not leave the key or device that
disarms or deactivates the
theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{Warning
A convex mirror can make things,
like other vehicles, look farther
away than they really are. If you cut
too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on the right.
Check the inside mirror or glance
over your shoulder before changing
lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is
curved so more can be seen from the
driver seat.
Power Mirrors
1. Move the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the
driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press one of the four arrows to move the mirror.
3. Move the selector switch to
)to
deselect the mirror.
Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror
The vehicle may have a driver exterior
automatic dimming mirror that will
automatically adjust for the glare of
headlamps behind.

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Memory Mirrors
The vehicle may have memory
mirrors. SeeMemory Seats 057.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
The vehicle may have SBZA. See Side
Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0210.
Turn Signal Indicator
The vehicle has a turn signal indicator
on the mirror housings. The indicator
will flash when a turn signal or the
hazard warning flashers are used.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
The mirrors can be folded inward
toward the vehicle to prevent damage
when going through an automatic car
wash. Push the mirror outward to
return it to the original position.
Power Folding Mirrors
1. If the vehicle is equipped with power folding mirrors, move the
selector switch to
)to deselect
the mirror.
2. Press the down arrow to fold the mirrors.
3. Press the down arrow again to unfold the mirrors.
Heated Mirrors
K
:Press to heat the mirrors.
See “Rear Window Defogger” under
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0159.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
The vehicle has an automatic
dimming outside mirror on the driver
side. The mirror will adjust for the
glare of headlamps behind you.
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
If equipped with memory seats, the
passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to
a preselected position when the
vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows
the curb to be seen when parallel
parking.
The mirror(s) return to the original
position when:
.
The vehicle is shifted out of
R (Reverse), or remains in
R (Reverse) for about 30 seconds.
. The ignition is turned off.
. The vehicle is driven in
R (Reverse) above a set speed.
To turn this feature on or off, see
Vehicle Personalization 0144.

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Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind the vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on
the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened
with water.
Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror
The vehicle has an automatic
dimming rearview mirror. The mirror
will automatically reduce the glare
from the headlamps from behind. The
dimming feature comes on when the
vehicle is started.
Windows
{Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless adult,
or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows closed
in warm or hot weather. They can
be overcome by the extreme heat
and suffer permanent injuries or
even death from heat stroke.
The vehicle aerodynamics are
designed to improve fuel economy
performance. This may result in a
pulsing sound when either rearwindow is down and the front
windows are up. To reduce the sound,
open either a front window or the
sunroof, if equipped.
Power Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously injured
or killed if caught in the path of a
closing window. Never leave the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter in a vehicle with
children. When there are children in
the rear seat, use the window
lockout switch to prevent operation
of the windows. See
Keys026.

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The power windows work with the
ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/
RUN/START, or in Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) 0180.
Press or pull the switch to open or
close the window.
The windows will be temporarily
disabled if the window switches are
used repeatedly within a short time.
Window Lockout
This feature stops the rear door
passenger window switches from
working.
Press
v {to engage the rear window
lockout feature. The indicator light is
on when engaged.
This also disables the rear power door
locks. See Safety Locks 036.
Press
v {again to disengage.
If the indicator light flashes, the
feature may not be working properly. A door may remain locked if that door
handle is pulled at the same time the
safety lock is disengaged. Release the
door handle, then press
v
{twice.
Window Express Movement
Express-down/up allows the windows
to be opened or closed without
holding the window switch. Press the
window switch fully down or pull it
up, and quickly release it to engage.
Briefly press or pull the same switch
to stop window movement.
Express Window Obstacle
Detection
The express-up feature will reverse
window movement if it comes in
contact with an object. Extreme cold
or ice could cause the window to
auto-reverse. The window will operate
as normal after the object or condition
is removed.

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Obstacle Detection Override
{Warning
If obstacle detection override is
activated, the window will not
reverse automatically. You or others
could be injured and the window
could be damaged. Before you use
obstacle detection override, make
sure that all people and
obstructions are clear of the
window path.
The window can be closed by holding
the window switch in the up position
if conditions prevent it from express
closing.
Programming the Power
Windows
Programming may be necessary if the
vehicle's battery has been
disconnected or discharged. If the
window is unable to express-up,
program the window: 1. Close all doors. 2. Place the ignition in ON/RUN or
ACC/ACCESSORY.
3. Partially open the window to be programmed, then close it and
continue to pull the switch
briefly after the window has fully
closed.
4. Press the power window switch until the window is fully open
and briefly hold.
Remote Window Operation
If equipped, this feature allows all the
windows to be opened remotely.
If enabled in vehicle personalization,
press and hold
Kon the RKE
transmitter. See Vehicle
Personalization 0144.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block glare.
Detach the sun visor from the center
mount to pivot to the side window,
or to extend along the rod.

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Rear Window Sunshade
On vehicles with a rear window
sunshade, the sunshade switch is on
the overhead console. The sunshade
only operates with the ignition in ON/
RUN/START.
To open the sunshade, press and
release the switch. The sunshade will
fully extend. To close the sunshade,
press and release the switch again.
The sunshade will fully close.
When shifting the vehicle into
R (Reverse), the sunshade will
automatically retract if it is extended.
It may re-extend after a short delay
when shifting into D (Drive).If equipped, the rear seat center
armrest may have rear window
sunshade buttons.
Rear Passenger Door Sunshades
If equipped, use the handle to pull the
sunshade up.
Attach it to the hooks at the top of
the window.
To close the sunshade, use the handle
to release it from the hooks and roll
it down.

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Roof
Sunroof
If equipped with a sunroof, the
ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/
ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) to operate the sunroof
and power sunshade. SeeIgnition
Positions 0177 and Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) 0180.
1.~Sunroof Switch
2.QSunshade Switch Sunroof Switch
Vent Feature :
Press and hold the
front of
~to vent the sunroof. The
sunshade will automatically open
approximately 38 cm (15 in). Press and
hold the rear of
~to close the vent.
Comfort Stop Feature : The sunroof
has a comfort stop feature that stops
the sunroof from opening fully. Press
and release the rear of
~to open
the sunroof to the comfort open
position. Pressing the rear of
~
again will open the sunroof fully.
If the sunshade is not fully open when
the comfort stop feature is pressed the
second time, the sunshade will open
fully.
Express Close : Press and release the
front of
~to express close the
sunroof.
Sunshade Switch
Open/Close : Press and hold the front
or rear of
Qto open or close the
sunshade to the desired position. Express Open/Express Close :
Press
and release the rear or front of
Qto
express open or express close the
sunshade. If the sunroof is opened,
the sunshade will express close within
a few inches of the opened sunroof.
Automatic Reversal System
The sunroof/sunshade is equipped
with an automatic reversal system
that is only active when the sunroof/
sunshade is being operated in express
mode. If an object is in the path of the
sunroof/sunshade while it is express
closing, the reversal system will detect
the object and stop. In the event of
closing difficulties like frost or other
conditions, it is possible to override
the reversal system. To override the
reversal system, close in manual
mode. To stop the movement, release
the switch.

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Dirt and debris may collect on the
sunroof seal or in the track. This
could cause an issue with sunroof
operation or noise. It could also plug
the water drainage system.
Periodically open the sunroof and
remove any obstacles or loose debris.
Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing
area using a clean cloth, mild soap,
and water. Do not remove grease from
the sunroof.
If water is seen dripping into the
water drainage system, this is normal.

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Seats and Restraints
Head Restraints
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Front Seats
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Thigh Support Adjustment . . . . . . . . 55
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Heated and Ventilated FrontSeats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Rear Seats
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door . . . . . 63
Safety Belts
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts
after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Airbag System
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . 71
When Should an AirbagInflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . 73
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . 74
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . 75
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . 79
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Child Restraints
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Infants and Young Children . . . . . . 82
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . 86
Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren (LATCH System) . . . . . . . 87
Replacing LATCH System Parts
After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the
Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Securing Child Restraints (With the Safety Belt in the
Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95