Cadillac CTS 2008 manuals

CTS 2008

Brand: Cadillac | Category: Automobile

Table of contents

1. important notes about this manual
2. How to Use this Manual
3. Section
5. Important Safety Precautions
6. 1 Section 1 - Instrumentation and Controls
7. Instrumentation and Controls
8. Table Of Contents
9. Table Of Contents
11. instrument cluster
12. warning lights
13. Driver Information Center Buttons
14. Trip/Fuel Information Menu
15. Vehicle Information Menu
16. Feature Customization
17. Compass
18. Driver Information Center Messages
19. Analog Clock
20. Hazard Warning Flasher
21. Competitive Driving Mode
22. Accessory Power Outlets
23. Lights
24. Automatic Headlight System
25. Headlight High Beam Flashing
26. Adaptive Forward Lighting System
27. Headlight Washers
28. Fog Lights
29. Curbside Parking Lights
30. Instrument Light Dimmer
31. Heating and Air Conditioning System
32. Sensors
33. Operating Tips
34. Passenger Compartment Air Filter
35. Sound Controls
36. Radio Controls
37. Disc CD Changer
38. RDS Sound System with Hard Disc Drive
40. CD/DVD Audio Player
41. Hard Disc Drive
42. Care of Your Compact Disc Player or CD/DVD Audio Player
43. Care of Your CDs and DVDs
44. Portable Audio Device
45. Steering Wheel Audio Controls
46. Anti-Theft Feature
47. Navigation System
48. Controls Mounted on Steering Wheel/Column
49. Horn
50. Steering Wheel Controls
51. Multifunction Lever
52. High-Low Beam Control
53. Rain Sensitive Wipers
54. Wiper Activated Headlights
55. Windshield Washer
56. Cruise Control
57. Mirrors
58. Inside Day/Night Mirror
59. Vanity Mirrors
60. Power Windows
61. Doors
62. Manual Door Locks
63. Central Door Lock System
64. Programmable Automatic Door Locks
65. Anti-lockout Feature
66. Trunk Area
67. Emergency Trunk Release Handle
68. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
69. Storage
70. Cupholders
71. Retained Accessory Power
72. Electric Power Management
73. Object Detection
74. Pedestrian Protection System
75. Temporary Hood Repair
76. Memory Feature
77. Section 2 - Seats and Restraints
78. Seats and Restraints
79. seat controls
80. head restraints
81. split folding rear seatback
82. lap/shoulder belt
83. safety belt extension
84. replacing safety belts
85. safety belt reminder light
86. passenger safety belt reminder light
87. safety belt pretensioners
88. child restraints
89. ––– Section 3 - Starting and Operating Instructions
90. Starting and Operating Instructions
91. Table Of Contents
92. intrusion sensor
93. intrusion sensor override
94. cleaning the system sensor
95. immobilizer (remote keyless entry system)
96. immobilizer (keyless access system)
97. transmitter operation
98. ignition switch
99. starting instructions
100. engine starting problems
101. vehicle parking
102. speed sensitive steering
103. disc brake wear indicators
104. brake adjustment
105. parking brake
106. vehicle loading
107. cts-v model only
108. safety chains
109. parking on hills
110. maintenance when trailer towing
111. Section 4 - Service and Maintenance
112. Service and Maintenance
113. maintenance guidelines
114. locking fuel door
115. engine compartment
116. engine oil
117. engine coolant
118. manual transmission fluid
119. transfer case lubricant
120. rear axle lubricant
121. brake master cylinder fluid
122. windshield washer fluid
123. air cleaner/filter
124. recommended fluids and lubricants
125. inspection and rotation
126. tire replacement
127. tire chains or similar traction devices
128. winter tires
129. wheel replacement
130. identification number
131. bulb replacement
132. replacement bulb specifications
133. appearance care
134. Problems on the Road
135. engine overheating
136. cts model only
137. Index

CTS 2008

Brand: Cadillac | Category: Automobile

CTS 2008

Brand: Cadillac | Category: Automobile

Table of contents

1. using this manual
2. vehicle symbols
3. Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
4. Seats and Restraint Systems
5. Head Restraints
6. Front Seats
7. power seats
8. heated and ventilated seats
9. reclining seatbacks
10. power reclining seatbacks
11. Rear Seats
12. Safety Belts
13. why safety belts work
14. how to wear safety belts properly
15. lap-shoulder belt
16. rear safety belt comfort guides
17. safety belt use during pregnancy
18. safety belt extender
19. Child Restraints
20. infants and young children
21. child restraint systems
22. securing the child within the child restraint
23. where to put the restraint
24. lower anchors and tethers for children (latch)
25. top tether anchor
26. securing a child restraint designed for the latch system
27. securing a child restraint in a rear seat position
28. securing a child restraint in the right front seat position
29. Airbag System
30. where are the airbags
31. when should an airbag inflate
32. what makes an airbag inflate
33. passenger sensing system
34. servicing your airbag-equipped vehicle
35. Restraint System Check
36. replacing restraint system parts after a crash
37. Section 2 Features and Controls
38. Features and Controls
39. Keys
40. remote keyless entry (rke) system
41. keyless access system
42. remote keyless entry (rke) system operation
43. battery replacement
44. keyless access system operation
45. matching transmitter(s) to your vehicle
46. remote vehicle start
47. remote start ready
48. Doors and Locks
49. power door locks
50. rear door security locks
51. trunk lock release
52. emergency trunk release handle
53. Windows
54. power windows
55. programming the power windows
56. sun visors
57. Theft-Deterrent Systems
58. immobilizer operation (key access)
59. immobilizer operation
60. Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
61. ignition positions (keyless access)
62. starting the engine
63. starting procedure
64. engine coolant heater
65. manual transmission operation
66. parking brake
67. automatic transmission
68. shifting out of park (p)
69. parking your vehicle (manual transmission)
70. parking over things that burn
71. running the vehicle while parked
72. Mirrors
73. outside convex mirror
74. Object Detection Systems
75. how the system works
76. OnStar ® System
77. onstar services
78. onstar steering wheel controls
79. Universal Home Remote System
80. programming the universal home remote system
81. gate operator and canadian programming
82. Storage Areas
83. Sunroof
84. Section 3 Instrument Panel
85. Instrument Panel
86. Table Of Contents
87. Instrument Panel Overview
88. turn signal/multifunction lever
89. turn and lane-change signals
90. windshield wipers
91. rainsense™ wipers
92. windshield washer
93. headlamp washer
94. wiper activated headlamps
95. adaptive forward lighting system
96. reading lamps
97. battery run-down protection
98. ashtray and cigarette lighter
99. Climate Controls
100. manual operation
101. rear window defogger
102. outlet adjustment
103. passenger compartment air filter
104. Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
105. instrument panel cluster
106. speedometer and odometer
107. engine speed limiter
108. airbag readiness light
109. passenger airbag status indicator
110. charging system light
111. brake system warning light
112. antilock brake system warning light
113. engine coolant temperature warning light
114. tire pressure light
115. if the light is flashing
116. oil pressure light
117. Maintenance Schedule
119. highbeam on light
120. Driver Information Center (DIC)
121. dic operation and displays
122. parking assist
123. tire pressure
124. dic compass
125. compass calibration
126. dic warnings and messages
127. battery saver active
128. check tire pressure
129. fuel level low
130. oil pressure low stop engine
131. service air bag
132. service brake system
133. sport mode
134. StabiliTrak Competitive Mode/Not Ready/Off
135. trunk open
136. dic vehicle customization
137. remote door lock
138. exit lighting
139. factory settings
140. park tilt mirrors
141. remote start
142. Audio System(s)
143. playing the radio
144. finding a station
145. radio message
146. usb host support
147. hdd menu
148. using the auxiliary input jack
149. using an mp
150. xm radio messages
151. audio steering wheel controls
152. radio reception
153. backglass antenna
154. Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
155. Driving Your Vehicle
156. Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
157. control of a vehicle
158. antilock brake system (abs)
159. competitive driving mode
160. limited-slip rear axle
161. power steering
162. steering tips
163. steering in emergencies
164. off-road recovery
165. loss of control
166. driving at night
167. driving in rain and on wet roads
168. highway hypnosis
169. hill and mountain roads
170. winter driving
171. if you are caught in a blizzard
172. loading your vehicle
173. Towing
174. dinghy towing
175. towing a trailer
176. if you do decide to pull a trailer
177. weight of the trailer tongue
178. safety chains
179. driving with a trailer
180. turn signals when towing a trailer
181. maintenance when trailer towing
182. Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
183. Service and Appearance Care
184. Table Of Contents
185. Service
186. california proposition 65 warning
187. Fuel
188. gasoline specifications
189. fuels in foreign countries
190. filling the tank
191. filling a portable fuel container
192. Checking Things Under the Hood
193. hood release
194. engine compartment overview
195. when to add engine oil
196. what kind of engine oil to use
197. engine oil additives
198. how to reset the engine oil life system
199. engine air cleaner/filter
200. automatic transmission fluid
201. hydraulic clutch
202. engine coolant
203. what to use
204. checking coolant
205. engine overheating
206. if steam is coming from your engine
207. overheated engine protection operating mode
208. cooling system
209. how to add coolant to the coolant surge tank
210. power steering fluid
211. windshield washer fluid
212. brake adjustment
213. replacing brake system parts
214. vehicle storage
215. All-Wheel Drive
216. Rear Axle
217. Headlamp Aiming
218. Bulb Replacement
219. license plate lamp
220. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
221. Tires
222. winter tires
223. tire sidewall labeling
224. tire terminology and definitions
225. inflation - tire pressure
226. high-speed operation
227. tire pressure monitor system
228. tire pressure monitor operation
229. tpms malfunction light and message
230. tire inspection and rotation
231. when it is time for new tires
232. buying new tires
233. different size tires and wheels
234. uniform tire quality grading
235. wheel replacement
236. used replacement wheels
237. tire chains
238. tire sealant and compressor kit
239. with sealant selector switch
240. tire sealant
241. not punctured
242. without sealant selector switch
243. accessing the tire sealant and compressor kit
244. changing a flat tire
245. removing the spare tire and tools
246. removing the flat tire and installing the spare tire
247. storing a flat or spare tire and tools
248. Appearance Care
249. wood panels
250. washing your vehicle
251. cleaning exterior lamps/lenses
252. windshield and wiper blades
253. sheet metal damage
254. underbody maintenance
255. Vehicle Identification
256. Electrical System
257. power windows and other power options
258. rear compartment fuse block
259. Capacities and Specifications
260. Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
261. Table Of Contents
262. maintenance schedule
263. scheduled maintenance
264. additional required services
265. maintenance footnotes
266. engine oil level check
267. at least once a year
268. ignition transmission lock check
269. recommended fluids and lubricants
270. maintenance replacement parts
271. maintenance record
272. Section 7 Customer Assistance Information
273. Customer Assistance Information
274. Customer Assistance and Information
275. online owner center
276. customer assistance offices
277. roadside service
278. cadillac owner privileges
279. calling for assistance
280. courtesy transportation
281. transportation options
282. collision damage repair
283. insuring your vehicle
284. Reporting Safety Defects
285. owner information
286. Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
287. event data recorders
288. navigation system
289. Table Of Contents
290. Table Of Contents

CTS 2008

Brand: Cadillac | Category: Automobile

Table of contents

1. Table Of Contents
2. Instrument Panel
3. Instrument Panel Cluster
4. Driver Information Center
5. SAFETY & SECURITY Keyless Access System
6. COMFORT/CONVENIENCE Daytime Running Lamps
7. Heated Windshield Washer Fluid
8. Sunroof
9. Trunk Lock Release
10. Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator
11. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
12. Curb View Assist Mirror
13. XM™ Satellite Radio
14. OnStar
15. Transmission
16. Customer Assistance

CTS 2008

Brand: Cadillac | Category: Automobile

Table of contents

1. canadian owners
2. getting started
3. storing preset destinations
4. canceling guidance
5. Table Of Contents
6. Overview
7. touch screen buttons
8. Maps
9. handling the dvd map disc
10. Symbols
11. map screen
12. Destination
13. Getting Started
14. address book
15. previous destination
16. from map
17. preset destination
18. getting started on your route
19. route preview
20. cancel guidance
21. Configure Menu
22. route preference
23. setting the clock
24. Global Positioning System (GPS)
25. Vehicle Positioning
26. Problems with Route Guidance
27. Ordering Map DVDs
28. navigation audio system
29. finding a station
30. sound menu
31. radio menu
32. playing an audio cd
33. dvd player
34. playing a dvd
35. dvd messages
36. hard drive device
37. duplicate content
38. auxiliary devices
39. usb background recording
40. Cleaning the Display

CTS 2008

Brand: Cadillac | Category: Automobile

Table of contents

1. using this manual
2. Seats and Restraint Systems
3. Head Restraints
4. Front Seats
5. power lumbar
6. reclining seatbacks
7. power reclining seatbacks
8. Rear Seats
9. Safety Belts
10. why safety belts work
11. questions and answers about safety belts
12. how to wear safety belts properly
13. rear safety belt comfort guides
14. safety belt use during pregnancy
15. Child Restraints
16. infants and young children
17. child restraint systems
18. securing the child within the child restraint
19. where to put the restraint
20. top tether anchor
21. securing a child restraint designed for the latch system
22. securing a child restraint in the right front seat position
23. Airbag System
24. where are the airbags
25. how does an airbag restrain
26. passenger sensing system
27. Restraint System Check
28. replacing restraint system parts after a crash
29. Features and Controls
30. Keys
31. keyless access system
32. keyless access system operation
33. remote vehicle start
34. Doors and Locks
35. central door unlocking system
36. programmable automatic door locks
37. lockout protection
38. emergency trunk release handle
39. Windows
40. power windows
41. programming the power windows
42. sun visors
43. Theft-Deterrent Systems
44. testing the alarm
45. immobilizer operation
46. Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
47. starting the engine
48. engine coolant heater
49. automatic transmission operation
50. parking brake
51. shifting into park
52. shifting out of park
53. parking over things that burn
54. running the vehicle while parked
55. Mirrors
56. outside convex mirror
57. Object Detection Systems
58. how the system works
59. OnStar ® System
60. onstar virtual advisor
61. onstar steering wheel controls
62. Universal Home Remote System
63. gate operator and canadian programming
64. Storage Areas
65. Sunroof
66. Instrument Panel
67. Instrument Panel Overview
68. hazard warning flashers
69. windshield wipers
70. windshield washer
71. headlamp washer
72. cruise control
73. wiper activated headlamps
74. fog lamps
75. reading lamps
76. ashtray and cigarette lighter
77. Climate Controls
78. manual operation
79. defogging and defrosting
80. outlet adjustment
81. passenger compartment air filter
82. Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
83. instrument panel cluster
84. speedometer and odometer
85. safety belt reminders
86. airbag readiness light
87. passenger airbag status indicator
88. charging system light
89. brake system warning light
90. engine coolant temperature warning light
91. tire pressure light
92. emissions inspection and maintenance programs
93. Maintenance Schedule
95. security light
96. highbeam on light
97. Driver Information Center (DIC)
98. parking assist
99. tire pressure
100. dic compass
101. compass calibration
102. dic warnings and messages
103. battery saver active
104. check tire pressure
105. fuel level low
106. oil pressure low stop engine
107. service air bag
108. service brake system
109. service tire monitor system
110. service vehicle soon
111. theft attempted
112. dic vehicle customization
113. remote door lock
114. exit lighting
115. factory settings
116. remote start
117. Audio System(s)
118. playing the radio
119. finding a station
120. usb host support
121. hdd menu
122. using the auxiliary input jack
123. using an mp
124. xm radio messages
125. voice recognition
126. audio system
127. making a call
128. bluetooth system
129. other information
130. audio steering wheel controls
131. radio reception
132. backglass antenna
133. Driving Your Vehicle
134. Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
135. control of a vehicle
136. competitive driving mode
137. stabilitrak system
138. panic brake assist
139. steering tips
140. steering in emergencies
141. loss of control
142. competitive driving
143. driving in rain and on wet roads
144. before leaving on a long trip
145. winter driving
146. driving on snow or ice
147. if you are caught in a blizzard
148. if your vehicle is stuck in sand
149. rocking your vehicle to get it out
150. Towing
151. towing a trailer
152. if you do decide to pull a trailer
153. weight of the trailer tongue
154. safety chains
155. trailer wiring harness
156. turn signals when towing a trailer
157. parking on hills
158. Service and Appearance Care
159. Service
160. california proposition 65 warning
161. Fuel
162. gasoline octane
163. fuels in foreign countries
164. filling the tank
165. filling a portable fuel container
166. Checking Things Under the Hood
167. engine compartment overview
168. when to add engine oil
169. what kind of engine oil to use
170. engine oil additives
171. how to reset the engine oil life system
172. engine cover
173. automatic transmission fluid
174. manual transmission fluid
175. when to check and what to use
176. how to check and add fluid
177. what to use
178. checking coolant
179. adding coolant
180. if steam is coming from your engine
181. overheated engine protection operating mode
182. cooling system
183. how to add coolant to the coolant surge tank
184. brake wear
185. brake pedal travel
186. vehicle storage
187. All-Wheel Drive
188. Rear Axle
189. Headlamp Aiming
190. Bulb Replacement
191. front turn signal and fog lamps
192. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
193. Tires
194. winter tires
195. when to check
196. tire pressure monitor system
197. tire pressure monitor operation
198. tpms malfunction light and message
199. tpms sensor matching process
200. tire inspection and rotation
201. when it is time for new tires
202. buying new tires
203. different size tires and wheels
204. wheel alignment and tire balance
205. used replacement wheels
206. tire chains
207. with sealant selector switch
208. without sealant selector switch
209. punctured tire
210. not punctured
211. changing a flat tire
212. removing the spare tire and tools
213. storing a flat or spare tire and
214. compact spare tire
215. Appearance Care
216. speaker covers
217. washing your vehicle
218. windshield and wiper blades
219. sheet metal damage
220. Vehicle Identification
221. Electrical System
222. fuses and circuit breakers
223. rear compartment fuse block
224. Capacities and Specifications
225. maintenance requirements
226. using the maintenance schedule
227. scheduled maintenance
228. maintenance footnotes
229. owner checks and services
230. at least once a year
231. ignition transmission lock check
232. underbody flushing service
233. recommended fluids and lubricants
234. maintenance replacement parts
235. Customer Assistance Information
236. Customer Assistance and Information
237. online owner center
238. customer assistance offices
239. roadside service
240. cadillac owner privileges
241. calling for assistance
242. transportation options
243. additional program information
244. repair facility
245. insuring your vehicle
246. Reporting Safety Defects
247. service publications ordering information
248. Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
249. event data recorders
250. navigation system