2006 CADILLAC CTS radio controls

Steering Column Ignition Lock Release
(Automatic Transmission)
If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with
low voltage, you can still release the ignition lock and
remove the key. Use the following procedure to release
the steering column:
1. Locate the plastic screw head on the underside of
the plastic cover for the steering column.
2. Insert a at, thin object into the slot and turn it
until the plastic piece detaches from the steering
column cover.3. Insert a narrow, pointed object into the hole in the
steering column cover and press the spring.
4. Then, turn the ignition switch to OFF and remove
the key.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
The following accessories on your vehicle may be used
for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned
from ON to OFF:
Radio
Power Windows
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
(CTS, if programmed)
Sunroof
Power to these accessories stops after 10 minutes or if
a door is opened. If an additional 10 minutes of
power is needed, close all the doors and turn the ignition
key to ON and then back to OFF.
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-41
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-44
Sport Mode Light (Automatic
Transmission/CTS).....................................3-45
Security Light...............................................3-45
Fog Lamp Light............................................3-45
Lights On Reminder......................................3-45
Cruise Control Light......................................3-46
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-46
Fuel Gage...................................................3-46
Message Center.............................................3-47
Message Center (CTS-V)...............................3-47
Transmission Fluid Hot Message.....................3-50
Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message.....3-50
Check Engine Oil Pressure Message...............3-51
Oil Temperature Warning Message..................3-51
Tire Pressure Warning Message.....................3-52
One-to-Four Shift Message.............................3-52Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-53
System Controls...........................................3-53
Status of Vehicle Systems.............................3-54
DIC Main Menu ............................................3-57
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-61
DIC Vehicle Personalization............................3-70
Audio System(s).............................................3-83
Setting the Time...........................................3-85
Radio with CD..............................................3-85
Navigation/Radio System..............................3-101
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-101
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (CTS)............3-102
Radio Reception.........................................3-102
Care of Your CDs.......................................3-103
Care of the CD Player.................................3-104
Diversity Antenna System.............................3-104
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-104
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-28.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-9.
C. Recongurable Steering Wheel Controls (CTS) or
Message Center Controls (CTS-V). See
Recongurable Steering Wheel Controls (SWC)
(CTS) on page 3-7orMessage Center (CTS-V) on
page 3-47.
D. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-31.
E. Windshield Wiper Lever. SeeWindshield Wipers on
page 3-11.
F. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
G. Audio (Base Audio System) or Audio/Navigation
System (If Equipped). SeeAudio System(s)
on page 3-83orNavigation/Radio System on
page 3-101.H. Voice Recognition Button. See Navigation System
Supplement.
I. Audio Volume Knob and Source Button (CTS Only).
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls (CTS) on
page 3-102.
J. Storage Compartment or Ashtray. SeeAshtray(s)
and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-22.
K. Transmission Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic
Transmission Operation on page 2-27orManual
Transmission Operation on page 2-30.
L. Accessory Power Outlet or Cigarette Lighter. See
Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-21or
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-22.
M. Climate Control System. SeeDual Climate Control
System on page 3-23.
N. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-49.
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TCS (Traction Control System):You can enable or
disable the Traction Control System (TCS) using
this menu item. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch
between on and off.
You can also turn the TCS off using the traction control
button located in the glove box (CTS) or on the
steering wheel (CTS-V), or by programming one of the
steering wheel controls (1, 2, 3, or 4) or audio system
soft keys to enable/disable the TCS. SeeRecongurable
Steering Wheel Controls (SWC) (CTS) on page 3-7
and “Congurable Radio Display Keys” underRadio with
CD on page 3-85for more information.
When you disable the TCS, the traction control system
warning light on the instrument panel cluster will
come on. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) Warning
Light on page 3-39for more information.
8(Clock):Use this menu item to set the time on
the clock.
SeeSetting the Time on page 3-85for more information.
8/4(Clock/Information Display):Use this menu
item to toggle between the clock display and the XM™
Information (Song, Artist, Album), if available.SeeSetting the Time on page 3-85and “XM™ Satellite
Radio Service” underRadio with CD on page 3-85
for more information.
SETUP:When you select this menu item, the following
submenu is available:
LANGUAGE
PERSONALIZATION
CONFIGURE DISPLAY KEYS
CONFIGURE SWC (Steering Wheel Control) KEYS
To change the language displayed on the radio, select
LANGUAGE by pressing the TUNE/SEL knob. Turn the
TUNE/SEL knob to scroll through the available languages
and press the knob to make your selection. If you
accidentally select a language that you did not want,
ENGLISH is always at the top of the language list.
For more information on the other items in the SETUP
menu, seeDIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-70
andRecongurable Steering Wheel Controls (SWC)
(CTS) on page 3-7.
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To program the vehicle to a different mode, use the
following procedure:
1. Enter the personalization portion of the SETUP
menu following the instructions listed previously.
2. Turn the TUNE/SEL knob until ENHANCED CHIME
VOLUME is highlighted.
3. Press the TUNE/SEL knob to switch back and forth
between the normal and loud settings.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
later in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.
Exiting the Personalization Menu
To exit the personalization portion of the SETUP menu,
press the CLR button once you have nished making
your selections. You will return to the main audio screen.
If a 15 second time period has elapsed with no
selection made, the SETUP menu will be exited
automatically.
Audio System(s)
Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the
pages following to familiarize yourself with its features.
Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer
driving experience. SeeDefensive Driving on page 4-2.
By taking a few moments to read this manual and
get familiar with your vehicle’s audio system, you can
use it with less effort, as well as take advantage of
its features. While your vehicle is parked, set up your
audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations,
setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. Then,
when driving conditions permit, you can tune to
your favorite stations using the presets and steering
wheel controls if the vehicle has them.
{CAUTION:
This system provides you with a far greater
access to audio stations and song listings.
Giving extended attention to entertainment
tasks while driving can cause a crash and you
or others can be injured or killed. Always keep
your eyes on the road and your mind on the
drive — avoid engaging in extended searching
while driving.
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Keeping your mind on the drive is important for safe
driving. Here are some ways in which you can help
avoid distraction while driving.
While your vehicle is parked:
Familiarize yourself with all of its controls.
Familiarize yourself with its operation.
Set up your audio system by presetting your
favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and
adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving
conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite
radio stations using the presets and steering wheel
controls if the vehicle has them.
Notice:Before adding any sound equipment to
your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player,
CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make
sure that it can be added by checking with your
dealer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile
radio and telephone units. If sound equipment can
be added, it is very important to do it properly.Added sound equipment may interfere with the
operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or other
systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s
systems may interfere with the operation of sound
equipment that has been added.
Notice:The chime signals related to safety belts,
parking brake, and other functions of your vehicle
operate through the radio/entertainment system.
If that equipment is replaced or additional equipment
is added to your vehicle, the chimes may not
work. Make sure that replacement or additional
equipment is compatible with your vehicle before
installing it. SeeAccessories and Modifications
on page 5-3.
Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be
played even after the ignition is turned off. SeeRetained
Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-24for more
information.
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Audio Steering Wheel
Controls (CTS)
Some audio functions can
be adjusted at the steering
wheel. They include the
following:
Volume:Turn this knob to increase or to decrease
the volume.
e(Band/Source):Press this button to switch
between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped),
radio, or CD.
For vehicles with the six-disc CD changer radio: If none of
the audio sources are loaded, and this button is pressed,
NO SOURCE LOADED will appear on the display.
g(Mute/Voice Recognition):Press this button to
silence the system. Press this button again or turn the
VOL knob to turn the sound on.
If your vehicle has the navigation system, press
this button to initiate voice recognition. See “Voice
Recognition” in the Navigation System manual for
more information.
SeeRecongurable
Steering Wheel Controls
(SWC) (CTS) on page 3-7
for more information on
this feature.
Radio Reception
You may experience frequency interference and static
during normal radio reception if items such as cellphone
chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and
external electronic devices are plugged into the
accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static,
unplug the item from the accessory power outlet.
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You can turn the system
off by pressing the TC
(traction control) button
located in the glove box.
If you press the TC button once, the traction control
system will turn off and the traction control system
warning light will come on. Press the TC button again
to turn the system back on. If you press and hold
the TC button for ve seconds, the StabiliTrak
®system
will turn off. Press the TC button again to turn
StabiliTrak
®back on. For more information, see
StabiliTrak®System on page 4-12.
You can program your steering wheel controls and/or
the buttons on the Base audio system to turn the
TCSonoroff.SeeRecongurable Steering Wheel
Controls (SWC) (CTS) on page 3-7and/or “Congurable
Radio Display Keys” underRadio with CD on page 3-85
for programming instructions.
Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle’s
performance. SeeAccessories and Modications
on page 5-3for more information.
Traction Control System (TCS)
(CTS-V)
Your vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) that
limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery
road conditions. The system operates only if it senses
that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or
beginning to lose traction. When this happens,
the system brakes the spinning wheel(s) and/or
reduces engine power to limit wheel spin.
You may feel or hear the system working, but this
is normal.
This warning light will
come on to let you know
if there’s a problem
with your traction
control system.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on
page 3-39. When this warning light is on, the system will
not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.
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