2007 CADILLAC STS cruise control

PRESS START AND BRAKE TO
START ENGINE
This message displays when you need to press
down on the brake pedal while pressing the
start button on the electronic keyless ignition when
trying to start your vehicle. SeeStarting the
Engine on page 113for more information.
RADAR CRUISE NOT READY
This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise
Control system will not activate due to a
temporary condition. Your vehicle does not require
service. This message also displays when
either of the following conditions occur:
The driver turns off the head-up display (HUD)
while the Adaptive Cruise Control is engaged.
The driver attempts to engage the Adaptive
Cruise Control while the HUD is off.
If this message appears when you attempt to
activate the system, continue driving for several
minutes and then try activating the system again.
RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR
This symbol appears
with this message.
This message displays if the passenger’s side rear
door was not closed completely. Make sure that
the door is closed completely.
SERVICE AC (Air Conditioning)
SYSTEM
This message displays when the electronic sensors
that control the air conditioning and heating
systems are no longer working. Have the climate
control system serviced by your dealer if you notice
a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency.
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SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays when there is a problem
with the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced
by your dealer immediately. SeeAirbag Readiness
Light on page 244for more information.
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message displays when a problem with the
panic brake assist system has been detected.
Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer.
SERVICE RADAR CRUISE
This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise
Control system is disabled and needs service.
See your dealer.
SERVICE STABILITY SYS (System)
Your vehicle may have a vehicle stability
enhancement system called StabiliTrak®.
This message displays if there has been a problem
detected with the StabiliTrak
®System.If this message comes on while you are driving,
pull off the road as soon as possible and stop
carefully. Try resetting the system by turning the
ignition off then back on. If this message still stays
on or comes back on again while you are
driving, your vehicle needs service. Have the
StabiliTrak
®System inspected by your dealer as
soon as possible. SeeStabiliTrak®System on
page 326for more information.
SERVICE STEERING SYS (System)
Your vehicle may have a speed variable assist
steering system.
This message displays if a problem is detected
with the speed variable assist steering system.
When this message is displayed, you may notice
that the effort required to steer the vehicle
increases or feels heavier, but you will still be able
to steer the vehicle. SeeSteering on page 327
for more information.
SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS (System)
This message displays when the suspension
system is not operating properly. Have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
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StabiliTrak®System
Your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability
enhancement system called StabiliTrak®.It
is an advanced computer controlled system that
assists you with directional control of the vehicle in
difficult driving conditions.
StabiliTrak
®activates when the computer senses a
discrepancy between your intended path and the
direction the vehicle is actually traveling.
StabiliTrak
®selectively applies braking pressure at
any one of the vehicle’s brakes to help steer the
vehicle in the direction which you are steering.
When the system activates, a STABILITY SYS
ACTIVE message will be displayed on the Driver
Information Center. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 264. You may also hear a
noise or feel vibration in the brake pedal. This is
normal. Continue to steer the vehicle in the
direction you want it to go.If there is a problem detected with StabiliTrak
®,a
SERVICE STABILITY SYS message will be
displayed on the Driver Information Center. See
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 264. When
this message is displayed, the system is not
operational. Driving should be adjusted
accordingly.
StabiliTrak
®comes on automatically whenever you
start your vehicle. To help assist you with
directional control of the vehicle, you should
always leave the system on. You can turn
StabiliTrak
®off if you ever need to through the
TC (traction control) on/off button. SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 323.
If your vehicle is in cruise control when the
StabiliTrak
®activates, the cruise control will
automatically disengage. When road conditions
allow you to safely use it again, you may reengage
the cruise control. SeeCruise Control on
page 193orAdaptive Cruise Control on page 197
for more information.
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Accessories and Modications..................... 363
Accessory Power Outlet(s).......................... 228
Adaptive Cruise Control............................... 197
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle....................................................... 79
Additives, Fuel............................................ 367
Add-On Electrical Equipment....................... 486
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine............................. 386
Air Conditioning........................................... 230
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator....................... 245
Readiness Light....................................... 244
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic
Module (SDM).......................................... 536
Airbag System............................................... 64
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......................... 79
How Does an Airbag Restrain?.................. 72
Passenger Sensing System....................... 74
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..... 78
What Makes an Airbag Inate?.................. 71
What Will You See After an Airbag
Inates?................................................. 72
When Should an Airbag Inate?................. 70Airbag System (cont.)
Where Are the Airbags?............................. 66
All-Wheel Drive........................................... 414
All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System.................... 327
Antenna, Diversity Antenna System............. 314
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System.................................................... 314
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................... 321
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light....... 249
Appearance Care
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 482
Care of Safety Belts................................ 479
Chemical Paint Spotting........................... 484
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.............. 480
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 476
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 477
Finish Care.............................................. 481
Finish Damage......................................... 483
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces............................................... 479
Leather.................................................... 478
Sheet Metal Damage............................... 483
Speaker Covers....................................... 479
Tires........................................................ 483
Underbody Maintenance........................... 483
545

Collision Damage Repair............................. 538
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 34
Compact Spare Tire.................................... 475
Compass.............................................. 14, 128
Competitive Driving..................................... 333
Competitive Driving Mode............................ 325
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 320
Convenience Net......................................... 146
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 251
Engine Temperature Warning Light........... 251
Heater, Engine......................................... 115
Surge Tank Pressure Cap........................ 393
Cooling System........................................... 396
Cruise Control............................................. 193
Cruise Control, Adaptive.............................. 197
Cruise Control, Forward Collision
Alert (FAC) System.................................. 184
Cruise Control Light.................................... 256
Cupholder(s)................................................ 146
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation........................... 534
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users......................... 529
Customer Assistance Offices.................... 529
Customer Satisfaction Procedure.............. 526Customer Assistance Information (cont.)
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program...... 530
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors..................................... 542
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government.......................... 542
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.................... 542
Roadside Service..................................... 531
Service Publications Ordering
Information........................................... 543
D
Daytime Running Lamps............................. 216
Defensive Driving........................................ 316
Disc, MP3................................................... 297
Diversity Antenna System............................ 314
Doing Your Own Service Work.................... 364
Door
Locks......................................................... 98
Power Door Locks..................................... 99
Programmable Automatic Door Locks......... 99
Rear Door Security Locks........................ 100
Driver
Position, Safety Belt................................... 21
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L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall................................. 423
Lamps
Battery Load Management....................... 221
Electric Power Management..................... 221
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver................. 219
Fog .......................................................... 217
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver.............. 222
Reading................................................... 221
Twilight Sentinel
®..................................... 218
LATCH System
Child Restraints......................................... 50
Lifting Your Vehicle, Tires............................ 448
Light
Airbag Readiness..................................... 244
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning............. 249
Brake System Warning............................. 248
Charging System..................................... 247
Cruise Control.......................................... 256
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning....... 251
Fog Lamp................................................ 256
Highbeam On.......................................... 257
Lights On Reminder................................. 256
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light............. 249Light (cont.)
Malfunction Indicator................................ 252
Oil Pressure............................................. 255
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............ 245
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder.............. 244
Safety Belt Reminder............................... 243
Security................................................... 256
TCS Warning Light.................................. 250
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning ... 250
Lighting
Entry........................................................ 220
Parade Dimming...................................... 220
Limited-Slip Rear Axle................................. 325
Loading Your Vehicle................................... 349
Lockout Protection....................................... 101
Locks
Door.......................................................... 98
Lockout Protection................................... 101
Power Door............................................... 99
Programmable Automatic Door Locks......... 99
Rear Door Security Locks........................ 100
Loss of Control........................................... 332
Lumbar
Power Controls............................................ 9
552