2004 CADILLAC CTS V seats

Operation Tips

Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air
inlets at the base of the windshield that may
block the ow of air into your vehicle.
Use of non-GM approved hood deectors may
adversely affect the performance of the system.
Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects
to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more
effectively.
If the air ow seems low when the fan speed is at
the highest setting, the passenger compartment
air lter may need to be replaced. For more
information, seePassenger Compartment Air Filter
on page 3-35.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The passenger compartment air lter traps most of the
pollen from the air entering your vehicle. Like your
vehicle’s engine air cleaner/lter, it needs to be changed
periodically. For how often to change the passenger
compartment air lter, seeScheduled Maintenance on
page 6-4.
Using your climate control system without the passenger
air lter installed may allow water or other debris to
enter the system. This could cause a water leak
or noises. Make sure to install a new air lter after
removing the old one.
The passenger compartment air lter is located
underneath the hood below the windshield wiper arm
on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. SeeEngine
Compartment Overview on page 5-12for more
information on location.
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If you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out.
Don’t carry more than 176 lbs. (80 kg) in the trunk.
{CAUTION:
Things you put inside your vehicle can strike
and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or
in a crash.
Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a
trunk, put them as far forward as you can.
Try to spread the weight evenly.
Never stack heavier things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that some of them
are above the tops of the seats.
Do not leave an unsecured child restraint
in your vehicle.
When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
Do not leave a seat folded down unless
you need to.
Notice:Overloading your vehicle may cause
damage. Repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Do not overload your vehicle.
Towing a Trailer
{CAUTION:
If you do not use the correct equipment and
drive properly, you can lose control when you
pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too
heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even
at all. You and your passengers could be
seriously injured. You may also damage your
vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Pull a trailer only if
you have followed all the steps in this section.
Ask your dealer for advice and information
about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the
proper trailer towing equipment. To identify what
the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you
should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that
appears later in this section. But trailering is different
than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means
changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability
and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes
correct equipment, and it has to be used properly.
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Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the tire pressing
outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure
is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or
kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the combined weight
of optional accessories. Some examples of optional
accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering,
power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air
conditioning.
Aspect Ratio:The relationship of a tire’s height
to its width.
Belt:A rubber coated layer of cords that is located
between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made
from steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead:The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by
steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire:A pneumatic tire in which the plies are
laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.Cold Ination Pressure:The amount of air pressure
in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi)
before a tire has built up heat from driving.
SeeInation - Tire Pressure on page 5-67.
Curb Weight:This means the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard and optional equipment including
the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but
without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings:A code molded into the sidewall of a
tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the
U.S. Department of Transportation motor vehicle safety
standards. The DOT code includes the Tire Identication
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which can
also identify the tire manufacturer, production plant,
brand and date of production.
GVWR:Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, seeLoading
Your Vehicle on page 4-34.
GAWR FRT:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front
axle, seeLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-34.
GAWR RR:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle,
seeLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-34.
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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Notice:Don’t add anything electrical to your
vehicle unless you check with your dealer rst.
Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can
keep other components from working as they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, seeServicing
Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-58.
Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
circuit breaker. If the wiper motor overheats due to
heavy snow, the wipers will stop until the motor cools
and will then restart.
Power Windows and Other
Power Options
Circuit breakers protect the power windows and power
seats. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit
breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the
problem is xed or goes away.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit
breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of res
caused by electrical problems.
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical
size and rating. If a fuse blows, see your dealer
for service immediately.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have
a spare fuse, you can “borrow” one that has the
same amperage. Pick some feature of your vehicle that
you can get along without – like the radio or cigarette
lighter – and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as you can.
The fuses are located in three fuse blocks, one located
in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side
and the other two under the rear seat.
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Folding Rear Seat............................................ 1-7
Following Distance..........................................4-43
Fuel............................................................... 5-5
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-6
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-10
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-7
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-7
Gage.........................................................3-52
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-5
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-5
Fuel Level Low...............................................3-77
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-100
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-100
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-46
Fuel..........................................................3-52
Speedometer..............................................3-40
Tachometer.................................................3-41
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-46
Garment Hooks..............................................2-51Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-5
Specications............................................... 5-5
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming........2-49
Glove Box.....................................................2-50
GM Mobility Program for Persons
with Disabilities............................................. 7-5
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Head Restraints............................................... 1-6
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer...................3-11
Headlamp Washers.........................................3-23
Headlamps....................................3-12, 3-24, 5-52
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-52
Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps..................5-53
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-52
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........5-52
Headlamps Suggested.....................................3-78
Heated Seats................................................... 1-3
Heater...........................................................3-29
High Speed Operation (CTS-V) .........................5-69
Highbeam On Light.........................................3-52
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-25
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Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Scheduling Service Appointments........................ 7-8
Seats
Head Restraints............................................ 1-6
Heated Seats............................................... 1-3
Manual Passenger......................................... 1-2
Memory.....................................................2-53
Power Lumbar.............................................. 1-3
Power Seats................................................. 1-2
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-4
Split Folding Rear Seat.................................. 1-7
Securing a Child Restraint
Designed for the LATCH System...................1-43
Rear Seat Position......................................1-43
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-46
Security Light.................................................3-51
Sensors.........................................................3-31
Service........................................................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.............................................. 5-5
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-47
Publications Ordering Information...................7-11
Service AC (Air Conditioning) System................3-80
Service Air Bag..............................................3-81
Service Bulletins.............................................7-12
Service Charging System.................................3-81
Service Electrical System.................................3-81Service Fuel System.......................................3-81
Service Idle Control.........................................3-82
Service Manuals.............................................7-11
Service Stability System Message.....................3-82
Service Steering System..................................3-84
Service Theft System......................................3-84
Service Transmission.......................................3-85
Service Vehicle Soon......................................3-85
Setting Preset Stations...................................3-111
Setting the Time...........................................3-108
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)........................3-112
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-97
Shift Lock Release (Automatic Transmission)......2-29
Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission)..................2-35
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-36
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-38
Six-Speed (CTS-V) ..........................................2-34
Skidding........................................................4-17
Skip Shift (CTS-V) ..........................................2-35
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips.......................4-21
Specications, Capacities...............................5-111
Speed Variable Assist Steering.........................4-12
Speedometer..................................................3-40
Speedometer Display.......................................3-54
Split Folding Rear Seat..................................... 1-7
Sport Mode Button (Automatic Transmission).......2-31
Sport Mode Light............................................3-50
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