2005 CADILLAC STS center console

NO FOBS DETECTED
When this message displays, it means that the vehicle
does not detect the keyless access transmitter. The
keyless access transmitter must be in the vehicle for the
ignition to work. Make sure you have the transmitter
inside of the vehicle when using the electronic keyless
ignition with push-button start. SeeIgnition Positions
on page 2-22for more information.
If the keyless access transmitter is inside of the
vehicle while this message is displayed and the
push-button start is not working, your vehicle
may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing
the keyless access system to be jammed.If this happens, place the transmitter into the transmitter
pocket located in the center console. This will then
allow you to start the vehicle in the normal manner
using the push-button start.
NO FOB OFF OR RUN?
When this message displays, it means that the keyless
access transmitter is not detected inside of the
vehicle while you are trying to turn the ignition off. You
can either keep the car running or turn the ignition
off while you locate your keyless access transmitter.
However, if you turn the ignition off and you cannot nd
the keyless access transmitter, you will not be able
to restart the vehicle. The keyless access transmitter
needs to be inside of the vehicle in order for the vehicle
to start. SeeStarting the Engine on page 2-24for
more information.
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If the keyless access transmitter is inside of the vehicle
while this message is displayed and the push-button
start is not working, your vehicle may be near a strong
radio antenna signal causing the keyless access
system to be jammed. If this happens, place the
transmitter into the transmitter pocket located in the
center console. This will then allow you to start
the vehicle in the normal manner using the push-button
start.
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE
A multiple chime will sound when this message is
displayed. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-15for more
information.
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the engine
oil pressure is low, severe engine damage may
occur. If a low oil pressure warning appears on the
instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the
vehicle as soon as possible. Do not drive the vehicle
until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected.
SeeEngine Oil on page 5-15for more information.
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR
This symbol appears with
the PASSENGER DOOR
AJAR message.
When this message displays, it means that the
passenger’s side front door was not closed completely.
You should make sure that the door is closed
completely.
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Audio System(s) (cont.)
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-115
Understanding Radio Reception...................3-117
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-118
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-21
Operation...................................................2-26
B
Battery..........................................................5-37
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver......................3-41
Inadvertent Power Saver..............................3-43
Load Management.......................................3-42
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-22
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-6
Emergencies................................................ 4-8
Panic Assist................................................4-10
Parking......................................................2-29
System Warning Light..................................3-64
Brakes..........................................................5-34
Braking........................................................... 4-5
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-22
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-48
Back-Up Lamps...........................................5-50
Front Turn Signal Lamps..............................5-49
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-49Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-46
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........5-48
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-51
Sidemarker Lamps.......................................5-50
Buying New Tires...........................................5-68
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-6
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-106
Carbon Monoxide...................2-14, 2-33, 4-25, 4-37
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-88
Your CD Player.........................................3-118
Your CDs .................................................3-118
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-45
Chains, Tire...................................................5-73
Charging System Light....................................3-64
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-68
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-92
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-32
Infants and Young Children...........................1-28
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-38
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Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.......................3-116
Steering Wheel Controls, Memory.....................2-65
Steering Wheel, Heated..................................... 3-7
Steering Wheel, Power Tilt Wheel and
Telescopic Steering Column............................ 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-45
Convenience Net.........................................2-45
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-45
Glove Box..................................................2-45
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-29
Sun Visors.....................................................2-18
Sunroof.........................................................2-46
T
Tachometer....................................................3-62
TCS Warning Light..........................................3-66
Telescopic Steering Column, Power Tilt Wheel...... 3-6
Theft-Deterrent, Radio....................................3-115
Theft-Deterrent System....................................2-19
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-19
Tires.............................................................5-53
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning.................................................5-91
Buying New Tires........................................5-68
Chains.......................................................5-73
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-74Tires (cont.)
Cleaning....................................................5-91
Compact Spare Tire.....................................5-84
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-74
Ination -- Tire Pressure...............................5-60
Inspection and Rotation................................5-65
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-77
Pressure Monitor System..............................5-62
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-77
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-76
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-83
Tire Sidewall Labelling..................................5-54
Tire Terminology and Denitions....................5-58
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-70
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-71
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-71
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-67
Top Strap......................................................1-35
Top Strap Anchor Location...............................1-37
Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-35
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-37
Your Vehicle...............................................4-35
Traction
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-8
Control System Warning Light.......................3-66
Limited-Slip Rear Axle.................................... 4-9
Magnetic Ride Control................................... 4-9
StabiliTrak
®System.....................................4-10
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