2006 CADILLAC CTS brake

If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you are driving,
especially if you maintain your tires properly. See
Tires on page 5-57. If air goes out of a tire, it is much
more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever
have a “blowout”, here are a few tips about what
to expect and what to do:
If a front tire fails, the at tire will create a drag that
pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the
accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel rmly.
Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to
a stop well out of the traffic lane.
A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a
skid and may require the same correction you’d use
in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the
accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by
steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be
very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently
brake to a stop — well off the road if possible.If a tire goes at, and your vehicle has a spare tire,
seeChanging a Flat Tire (CTS Only) on page 5-84.
This information shows you how to use your vehicle’s
tire changing equipment and how to change a at
tire safely.
{CAUTION:
Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do
maintenance or repairs is dangerous without
the appropriate safety equipment and
training. The jack provided with your vehicle
is designed only for changing a at tire.
If it is used for anything else, you or others
could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle
slips off the jack. Use the jack provided with
your vehicle only for changing a at tire.
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Changing a Flat Tire (CTS Only)
If a tire goes at, avoid further tire and wheel damage
by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your
hazard warning ashers.
{CAUTION:
Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle
can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you
or other people. You and they could be badly
injured or even killed. Find a level place to
change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle
from moving:
1. Set the parking brake rmly.
2. Put an automatic transmission shift lever
in PARK (P), or shift a manual transmission
to FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R).
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CAUTION: (Continued)
3. Turn off the engine and do not restart
while the vehicle is raised.
4. Do not allow passengers to remain in
the vehicle.
Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of
the tire farthest away from the one being
changed. That would be the tire on the other
side, at the opposite end of the vehicle.
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{CAUTION:
Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened
wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose
and even come off. This could lead to an
accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel
nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to
get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have
the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the
proper torque specication. SeeCapacities
and Specifications on page 5-115for wheel
nut torque specication.
Notice:Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead
to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specication. SeeCapacities and
Specifications on page 5-115for the wheel nut
torque specication.14. Tighten the wheel nuts
rmly in a crisscross
sequence as shown.
Notice:Wheel covers will not t on your compact
spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact
spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.
Do not try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare
tire. It will note t. Store the wheel cover in the trunk
until you have the at tire repaired or replaced.
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Relays Usage
HI BEAM RELAY
MICROHigh-Beam Headlamps
DRL RELAY
MICRO-OPTDaytime Running Lamps
LO BEAM
RELAY/HID
MINI-OPTLow-Beam HID Headlamps
HDLP WASH
RELAY
MINI-OPTHeadlamp Washer Motor
SPARE Not Used
BLOWER
RELAY MINIFront Blower
FOG LAMP
RELAY MICROFog Lamps
MAIN RELAY
MICROPowertrain/ECM
STARTER
RELAY MINIStarter Solenoid
CMP CLU RELAY
MICROCompressor Clutch
IGN-1 RELAY
MICROIgnition Switch (ON)Wiring
Harnesses Usage
BODY W/H Wiring Harness Connection
BODY W/H Wiring Harness Connection
ENG W/H Engine Wiring Harness Connection
J Cases Usage
R REARRRPDB (Passenger’s Side Rear
Power Distribution Box)
R REARRRPDB (Passenger’s Side Rear
Power Distribution Box)
L REARLRPDB (Driver’s Side Rear
Power Distribution Box)
L REARLRPDB (Driver’s Side Rear
Power Distribution Box)
HI FAN High Cooling Fan Motor
LO FAN Low Cooling Fan Motor
BLOWER PWM Fan Motor Assembly
STARTER Starter Solenoid
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
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Fuses Usage
REVERSE
LAMPISRVM (Inside Rearview Mirror),
License Plate Lamp Assembly
SPARE Not Used
POSITION
LAMPTaillamp Assemblies,
Front Position Lamp Assemblies
J Cases Usage
AMP Audio Amplier
PUSHER FAN Pusher Fan (Export Only)
Relays Usage
BAS RELAY
MINIBrake Apply Sensor
PUSHER FAN Pusher Fan (Export Only)
L POSITION
RELAY MICRODriver’s Side Position Lamp
TRKDRREL
SOL RELAY
MICROTrunk Release Motor
Relays Usage
REV LAMP
RELAY MICROISRVM (Inside Rearview Mirror),
License Plate Lamp Assembly
R POSITION
RELAY MICROPassenger’s Side Position Lamp
IGN 3 RELAY
MICROHeated Seat Modules, Air Inlet
Motor, Shifter Assembly
STANDING
LAMP
RLY MICROControl for Position Lamp Relays
Circuit
Breakers Usage
SEAT C/BPower Seat Switches,
Memory Seat Module
Misc. Usage
JOINT
CONNECTORJoint Connector
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Rear Underseat Fuse Block
(Passenger’s Side)
The passenger’s side rear fuse block is located under
the rear seat on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The
rear seat cushion must be removed to access the
rear fuse block. See “Removing the Rear Seat Cushion”
listed previously.
To access the fuse block, push in the two tabs located at
each end of the fuse block cover. Then lift the cover off.
Fuses Usage
TRUNK DIODE Trunk Lamp
POWER
SOUNDERPower Sounder, Inclination Sensor
SPARE Not Used
Fuses Usage
CANISTER
VENTCanister Vent Solenoid
FUEL
PUMP MTRFuel Pump Motor
SPARE Not Used
R FRT HTD
SEAT MODPassenger’s Side Heated
Seat Module
SPARE Not Used
AIR BAG SDM (Sensing Diagnostic Module)
RIMISRVM (Inside Rearview Mirror),
Power Sounder, RIM
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
SPARE Not Used
SPARE Not Used
SPARE Not Used
FUSE PULLER Fuse Puller
INTERIOR
LAMPHush Panel Lamps, Puddle Lamps,
Overhead Courtesy Lamp Assembly
PSGR DR MOD Right Front Passenger Door Module
RIM/IGN SWRIM (Rear Integration Module),
Ignition Switch, Key Lock Cylinder
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Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and lter. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-16. Reset oil life
system. SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 5-20.An Emission Control
Service.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (k).••
Inspect engine air cleaner lter. If necessary, replace lter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21.See footnote (n).•
Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 5-71and “Tire Wear Inspection” inAt Least Once a Month
on page 6-10.••
Inspect brake system.See footnote (a).••
Check engine coolant and windshield washer uid levels and add uid
as needed.••
Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services”
in this section.••
Inspect suspension and steering components.See footnote (b).•
Inspect engine cooling system.See footnote (c).•
Inspect wiper blades.See footnote (d).•
Inspect restraint system components.See footnote (e).•
Lubricate body components.See footnote (f).•
Replace passenger compartment air lter.See footnote (g).•
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Additional Required Services (cont’d)
Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000
(40 000)50,000
(80 000)75,000
(120 000)100,000
(160 000)125,000
(200 000)150,000
(240 000)
CTS-V Only: Change hydraulic
clutch uid (severe service only).
See footnote (l).• •••••
CTS-V Only: Change rear axle
uid (severe service only).
See footnotes (l) and (m).•••
CTS-V Only: Change brake uid
(severe service only).See footnote (l).• •••••
Replace spark plugs.An Emission
Control Service.•
Engine cooling system service (or every
ve years, whichever occurs rst).
An Emission Control Service.
See footnote (i).•
Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
An Emission Control Service.
See footnote (p).•
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