2005 CADILLAC STS steering wheel adjustment

Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
Steering Column.........................................3-6
Heated Steering Wheel...................................3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-8
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-9
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System................3-9
Flash-to-Pass...............................................3-13
Windshield Wipers........................................3-13
Rainsense™ II Wipers...................................3-14
Windshield Washer.......................................3-15
Headlamp Washer........................................3-16
Cruise Control..............................................3-16
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................3-20
Headlamps..................................................3-33
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-37
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-37
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-38
Fog Lamps..................................................3-39
Twilight Sentinel
®..........................................3-40
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver........................3-41
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-41Entry Lighting...............................................3-42
Parade Dimming...........................................3-42
Reading Lamps............................................3-42
Battery Load Management.............................3-42
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver.....................3-43
Head-Up Display (HUD).................................3-43
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)............3-47
Accessory Power Outlets...............................3-49
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter........................3-49
Climate Controls............................................3-50
Dual Climate Control System..........................3-50
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-56
Rear Climate Control System.........................3-57
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-58
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-60
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-61
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-62
Tachometer.................................................3-62
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-62
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-63
Charging System Light..................................3-64
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-64
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.............3-65
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light....................3-66
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light......3-66
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Sensors
There is a solar sensor located on the instrument panel,
near the windshield.There is also an interior
temperature sensor
located next to the
steering wheel on the
instrument panel.
These sensors monitor the solar radiation and the air
inside your vehicle, then use the information to maintain
the selected temperature by initiating needed
adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the
air delivery system. The system may also supply
cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun.
The recirculation mode may also be activated, as
necessary. Do not cover the sensors or the automatic
climate control system will not work properly.
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Driving with a Trailer
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Before setting out for the open road, you will want to
get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of
handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are
driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform
(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector,
lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and
then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be
sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer
brakes are still working.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as
you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
This can help you avoid situations that require
heavy braking and sudden turns.
Passing
You will need more passing distance up ahead when
you are towing a trailer. And, because you are a
good deal longer, you will need to go much farther
beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to
your lane.
Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand
to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your
hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible,
have someone guide you.
Making Turns
Notice:Making very sharp turns while trailering
could cause the trailer to come in contact with the
vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid
making very sharp turns while trailering.
When you are turning with a trailer, make wider turns
than normal. Do this so your trailer will not strike
soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects.
Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in
advance.
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OnStar®System, see OnStar®Manual...............2-39
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-6
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-56
Outside
Automatic Dimming Mirror.............................2-38
Convex Mirror.............................................2-38
Parallel Park Assist Mirror.............................2-38
Power Heated Mirrors..................................2-37
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode.....5-26
Owner Checks and Services.............................. 6-9
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
P
Panic Brake Assist..........................................4-10
Parade Dimming.............................................3-42
Park Aid........................................................3-47
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-30
Shifting Out of............................................2-31
Parking
Assist........................................................3-47
Brake........................................................2-29
Over Things That Burn.................................2-32Passenger Compartment Air Filter.....................3-58
Passing.........................................................4-13
Power
Accessory Outlets........................................3-49
Door Locks.................................................2-11
Electrical System.........................................5-95
Inadvertent Battery Saver.............................3-43
Lumbar Controls........................................... 1-3
Reclining Seatback........................................ 1-5
Retained Accessory (RAP)............................2-23
Seat............................................................ 1-2
Steering Fluid.............................................5-31
Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering Column....... 3-6
Windows....................................................2-17
Pretensioners, Safety Belt................................1-25
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.................2-12
Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-12
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Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-21
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-26
Trunk............................................................2-14
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-8
Twilight Sentinel
®............................................3-40
U
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)...............3-47
Understanding Radio Reception.......................3-117
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-70
V
Valet Lockout Switch.......................................2-21
Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-5
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Loading......................................................4-30
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders.................................................... 7-8
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).............................................5-94
Service Parts Identication Label...................5-94Vehicle Personalization....................................2-47
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel......2-65
Ventilated Seats............................................... 1-4
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-56
Visors...........................................................2-18
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-60
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-78
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. iv
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-71
Replacement...............................................5-71
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-34
Windows.......................................................2-16
Power........................................................2-17
Windshield
Wiper Blades, Cleaning................................5-90
Windshield Replacement..................................5-51
Windshield Washer.........................................3-15
Fluid..........................................................5-32
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