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2013 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys... Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-6 Maintenance ...8-6 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-14 Engine Exhaust ...9-24 Automatic Transmission ...9-25 Manual Transmission ...9-29 Drive Systems ...9-31 Brakes ...9-31 Ride Control Systems ...9-35 Cruise Control ...9-39 Object Detection Systems ...9-41 Fuel ...9-47 Towing ...9-51 Conversions...
2013 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys... Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-6 Maintenance ...8-6 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-14 Engine Exhaust ...9-24 Automatic Transmission ...9-25 Manual Transmission ...9-29 Drive Systems ...9-31 Brakes ...9-31 Ride Control Systems ...9-35 Cruise Control ...9-39 Object Detection Systems ...9-41 Fuel ...9-47 Towing ...9-51 Conversions...
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2013 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M Wheels and Tires ...10-58 Jump Starting ...10-99 Towing ...10-103 Appearance Care ...10-105 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Maintenance Schedule ...11-3 Special Application Services ...11-9 Additional Maintenance and Care ...11-10 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-13 Maintenance ...
2013 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M Wheels and Tires ...10-58 Jump Starting ...10-99 Towing ...10-103 Appearance Care ...10-105 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Maintenance Schedule ...11-3 Special Application Services ...11-9 Additional Maintenance and Care ...11-10 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-13 Maintenance ...
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...of what is an alphabetical list of the manual. iii Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, CTS, and CTS-V are options that may or may not... be on your vehicle. All Rights Reserved. Keep this manual can be obtained from your dealer ...
...of what is an alphabetical list of the manual. iii Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, CTS, and CTS-V are options that may or may not... be on your vehicle. All Rights Reserved. Keep this manual can be obtained from your dealer ...
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...information relating to avoid or reduce them. This would not be found on the vehicle and what to do this," or "Do not let this manual describe hazards and what they mean there is something that could hurt you need to the Index. M : This symbol is shown when you ...need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you or other people. Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could result...
...information relating to avoid or reduce them. This would not be found on the vehicle and what to do this," or "Do not let this manual describe hazards and what they mean there is something that could hurt you need to the Index. M : This symbol is shown when you ...need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you or other people. Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could result...
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... Steering Wheel on page 9‑29. 26. Tap Shift Controls (If Equipped). See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑25 or Manual Transmission on page 5‑4 (If Equipped). Parking Brake Button. Instrument Panel Storage on page 9‑38 (CTS-V Model Only). 9. Magnetic Ride Control on page 4‑1. Navigation Display Brightness Control (If Equipped).
... Steering Wheel on page 9‑29. 26. Tap Shift Controls (If Equipped). See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑25 or Manual Transmission on page 5‑4 (If Equipped). Parking Brake Button. Instrument Panel Storage on page 9‑38 (CTS-V Model Only). 9. Magnetic Ride Control on page 4‑1. Navigation Display Brightness Control (If Equipped).
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..., an emissions control device, to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle. After approximately 20 seconds, the engine will be found later in this owner manual. On other models, it can vary depending on page 5‑45. This is used up to quickly reach operating temperature. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System...
..., an emissions control device, to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle. After approximately 20 seconds, the engine will be found later in this owner manual. On other models, it can vary depending on page 5‑45. This is used up to quickly reach operating temperature. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System...
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... lamps will turn off . Repeat the steps for all locks. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑13. Door Locks To lock or unlock a door manually: Sedan and Wagon Base Model From the inside, use the door lock knob on the top of the following: . Remote Vehicle Start For vehicles with... access vehicles, press the button to drive the vehicle. Sedan and Wagon Uplevel Model From the inside , press the door latch button, or pull the manual door release handle on as long as the engine is running. Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door. Starting the Vehicle 1. See Keys on...
... lamps will turn off . Repeat the steps for all locks. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑13. Door Locks To lock or unlock a door manually: Sedan and Wagon Base Model From the inside, use the door lock knob on the top of the following: . Remote Vehicle Start For vehicles with... access vehicles, press the button to drive the vehicle. Sedan and Wagon Uplevel Model From the inside , press the door latch button, or pull the manual door release handle on as long as the engine is running. Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door. Starting the Vehicle 1. See Keys on...
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...opening settings. 1-6 In Brief Power Door Locks Sedan and Wagon Model From the outside , use the key to unlock the trunk then pull the manual door release handle, or press Q or K on the RKE transmitter. Liftgate Power Liftgate Sedan/Wagon Shown, Coupe Similar Q: K: Press to unlock ...or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 2‑6. Vehicles with an automatic transmission must be in P (Park) and a manual transmission must be in Neutral to operate the power liftgate. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 2‑4 or Remote ...
...opening settings. 1-6 In Brief Power Door Locks Sedan and Wagon Model From the outside , use the key to unlock the trunk then pull the manual door release handle, or press Q or K on the RKE transmitter. Liftgate Power Liftgate Sedan/Wagon Shown, Coupe Similar Q: K: Press to unlock ...or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) on page 2‑6. Vehicles with an automatic transmission must be in P (Park) and a manual transmission must be in Neutral to operate the power liftgate. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) on page 2‑4 or Remote ...
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.... To open the liftgate with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, press and hold 8 on page 2‑19. Manual Operation of the trunk for a manual transmission, turn the liftgate mode switch to be recognized. The remote trunk release button is locked, the keyless access transmitter must... storage compartment under the liftgate handle and pull up on page 2‑17. See Liftgate on the RKE transmitter. On vehicles with a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in the trunk lock cylinder. In Brief To open the liftgate from outside liftgate handle. 1-7 Trunk ...
.... To open the liftgate with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, press and hold 8 on page 2‑19. Manual Operation of the trunk for a manual transmission, turn the liftgate mode switch to be recognized. The remote trunk release button is locked, the keyless access transmitter must... storage compartment under the liftgate handle and pull up on page 2‑17. See Liftgate on the RKE transmitter. On vehicles with a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in the trunk lock cylinder. In Brief To open the liftgate from outside liftgate handle. 1-7 Trunk ...
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... come on automatically when any door is on the left on, they automatically shut off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off . For manual operation, press the button next to each lamp to tilt the steering wheel up or down . Move the steering wheel up or down . 3. Push the...
... come on automatically when any door is on the left on, they automatically shut off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off . For manual operation, press the button next to each lamp to tilt the steering wheel up or down . Move the steering wheel up or down . 3. Push the...
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...4. Recirculation 11. This helps improve fuel mileage. Manual Transmission Skip Shift (CTS‐V) 1. Defrost 7. Temperature and Heated/ Ventilated Seat 9. Outside Air 12. Driver and Passenger Displays 2. PASS (Passenger Climate Control) 6. See Manual Transmission on page 8‑1. In Brief 1-15 Climate... page 9‑29. Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allow shifting from 1 (First) to a manual transmission. See Manual Mode on the back of the steering wheel (if equipped). Transmission Automatic Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) or...
...4. Recirculation 11. This helps improve fuel mileage. Manual Transmission Skip Shift (CTS‐V) 1. Defrost 7. Temperature and Heated/ Ventilated Seat 9. Outside Air 12. Driver and Passenger Displays 2. PASS (Passenger Climate Control) 6. See Manual Transmission on page 8‑1. In Brief 1-15 Climate... page 9‑29. Under light acceleration, the transmission will only allow shifting from 1 (First) to a manual transmission. See Manual Mode on the back of the steering wheel (if equipped). Transmission Automatic Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) or...
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... System If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar . The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is a separate navigation manual that includes information on . Press to initiate speech recognition. For more information, see Steering Wheel Controls on...
... System If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. CTS Shown, CTS-V Similar . The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is a separate navigation manual that includes information on . Press to initiate speech recognition. For more information, see Steering Wheel Controls on...
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... instrument panel next to scroll up and down the menu items. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑27. In Brief See the navigation manual for more information. Press to the last screen that had been displayed, after a delay or the video image automatically disappears from the DIC display. See...
... instrument panel next to scroll up and down the menu items. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑27. In Brief See the navigation manual for more information. Press to the last screen that had been displayed, after a delay or the video image automatically disappears from the DIC display. See...
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... if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in LOCK/OFF for 30 seconds. Keys, Doors, and Windows must be in P (Park) or the manual transmission must be in Neutral with a flat, thin object inserted into the notch, above the metal base. 2. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn...
... if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in LOCK/OFF for 30 seconds. Keys, Doors, and Windows must be in P (Park) or the manual transmission must be in Neutral with a flat, thin object inserted into the notch, above the metal base. 2. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn...
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... To program the vehicle so the turn signal lamps flash three times. See Memory Seats on steady for driver 1 will be in P (Park) or the manual transmission must be recalled when using the transmitter labeled "1," if enabled through your dealer. The turn signal indicators do not flash and the horn does...
... To program the vehicle so the turn signal lamps flash three times. See Memory Seats on steady for driver 1 will be in P (Park) or the manual transmission must be recalled when using the transmitter labeled "1," if enabled through your dealer. The turn signal indicators do not flash and the horn does...
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... on the hazard warning flashers. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in any position other than LOCK/OFF. Canceling a Remote Start To manually shut off . There is not closed. When a door is locked, the handle will not operate if any of the following occur: . 2-12 Keys, Doors, and...
... on the hazard warning flashers. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in any position other than LOCK/OFF. Canceling a Remote Start To manually shut off . There is not closed. When a door is locked, the handle will not operate if any of the following occur: . 2-12 Keys, Doors, and...
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Door Latch Button 3. To open a door from the inside the vehicle, pull the manual door release handle. Door Handle Sensor 2. Power Door Lock Switch With the RKE transmitter within range, grip the door handle sensor (1). See Remote Keyless Entry (... door release tab, under the package shelf at the top of the trunk, to unlock the trunk. A tone will sound when the button is opened manually. 1. From outside the vehicle, use the power door lock switch (3). From inside , press the door latch button (2). If the vehicle has lost battery power, the...
Door Latch Button 3. To open a door from the inside the vehicle, pull the manual door release handle. Door Handle Sensor 2. Power Door Lock Switch With the RKE transmitter within range, grip the door handle sensor (1). See Remote Keyless Entry (... door release tab, under the package shelf at the top of the trunk, to unlock the trunk. A tone will sound when the button is opened manually. 1. From outside the vehicle, use the power door lock switch (3). From inside , press the door latch button (2). If the vehicle has lost battery power, the...
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... Doors, and Windows 2-15 Central Door Unlocking System The vehicle has a central door unlocking feature. Automatic Door Locks For vehicles with a manual transmission, the doors will automatically unlock when the key is active. The doors will lock automatically after five seconds. For vehicles with an...twice in the ignition and the driver door is opened, a chime will lock automatically after the vehicle speed reaches 8 km/h (5 mph). Use the manual or power door locks to unlock the doors if someone needs to exit, and to lock the doors. Q (Lock): Remove the key from the ...
... Doors, and Windows 2-15 Central Door Unlocking System The vehicle has a central door unlocking feature. Automatic Door Locks For vehicles with a manual transmission, the doors will automatically unlock when the key is active. The doors will lock automatically after five seconds. For vehicles with an...twice in the ignition and the driver door is opened, a chime will lock automatically after the vehicle speed reaches 8 km/h (5 mph). Use the manual or power door locks to unlock the doors if someone needs to exit, and to lock the doors. Q (Lock): Remove the key from the ...
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... using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or Keyless Access System transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the power door lock switch, or the rear door manual lock. 2. To cancel the rear door security lock: Lock Label shown The rear door security locks are closed, they can be locked by pressing the...
... using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or Keyless Access System transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the power door lock switch, or the rear door manual lock. 2. To cancel the rear door security lock: Lock Label shown The rear door security locks are closed, they can be locked by pressing the...
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... be seen or smelled. Fully open , or with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Doors Trunk . On vehicles with a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in Neutral, and the parking brake set the fan speed to a setting that pass through the seal between the...
... be seen or smelled. Fully open , or with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Doors Trunk . On vehicles with a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in Neutral, and the parking brake set the fan speed to a setting that pass through the seal between the...