2008 CADILLAC STS light

CHIME VOLUME HIGH
This feature allows you to adjust the volume level of the
vehicle’s warning chimes. The chime volume cannot
be turned off, only adjusted.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1:NORMAL (default)
Mode 2:HIGH
To program the vehicle to a different mode:
1. Enter the PERSONAL SETTINGS MENU by
following the instructions listed previously under
“Entering the Personal Settings Menu.”
2. Turn the tune/select knob until CHIME VOLUME
HIGH is highlighted.
3. Press the tune/select knob to switch back and
forth between the normal and high settings.
A check mark indicates that the chime volume is
set to HIGH.
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.
SUSPENSION MODE
If your vehicle has this feature, you can select between
performance or touring modes. Performance mode is
used where road conditions or personal preference
demand more control. Touring mode is used for normal
city and highway driving.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1:PERFORMANCE
Mode 2:TOURING (default)
To program the vehicle to a different mode:
1. Enter the PERSONAL SETTINGS MENU by
following the instructions listed previously under
“Entering the Personal Settings Menu.”
2. Turn the tune/select knob until SUSPENSION
MODE is highlighted.
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3. Press the tune/select knob to enter the
SUSPENSION MODE submenu.
4. Turn the tune/select knob to highlight TOURING or
PERFORMANCE.
5. Press the tune/select knob to select the setting.
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 by pressing the F6 (BACK) button,
located on the radio, to return to the PERSONAL
SETTINGS MENU.
Exiting the Personal Settings Menu
Once you have nished making your selections on the
base audio system, you will automatically return to
the main audio screen after 15 seconds. You can also
press the F6 (BACK) button, located on the radio,
to return to the main audio screen.
Memory Seat, Mirrors and
Steering Wheel
If your vehicle has the memory feature, you can
program and recall memory settings for the following
features for up to two drivers:
The driver’s seat position
The outside rearview mirrors position
The power tilt wheel and telescopic steering column
position
The following settings and presets are set automatically:
The language, radio and XM™ presets, tone,
volume, playback mode (AM/FM or CD), last
displayed stations, and compact disc position
The last climate control setting
The Head-Up Display (HUD) position, if your
vehicle has this feature
Other personalization settings, for example,
remote start settings
SeeVehicle Personalization on page 2-60.
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Driver Selection Submenu Items
DRIVER 1/DRIVER 2
The numbers on the back of each keyless access
transmitter correspond to DRIVER 1 and DRIVER 2.
If you would like to recall or store driver settings for
the driver that does not correspond to the number on
the back of the keyless access transmitter that you
are using:
1. Enter the memory programming mode for your
driver settings by following the instructions listed
previously under “Entering the Driver Selection
Submenu.”
2. From the DRIVER SELECTION submenu, turn the
tune/select knob to highlight the driver number that
you want, either DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2.
3. Set your choice by pressing in the tune/select knob.
If you would like to recall or store driver settings for
the selected driver, see “RECALL DRIVER SETTINGS”
or “STORE DRIVER SETTINGS” later in this section.
If you would like to recall or store exit settings for
the selected driver, see “RECALL EXIT SETTINGS” or
“STORE EXIT SETTINGS” later in this section.
RECALL DRIVER SETTINGS
To recall driver settings:
1. Enter the memory programming mode for your
driver settings by following the instructions listed
previously under “Entering the Driver Selection
Submenu.”
2. From the DRIVER SELECTION submenu, turn the
tune/select knob to scroll to RECALL DRIVER
SETTINGS and press in the knob.
If the vehicle is in PARK (P), one beep will sound
and your previously saved driving position will
then be recalled.
If the vehicle is not in PARK (P), three beeps will
sound and your previously saved driving position will
not be recalled.
A memory recall can be stopped by pressing any
memory seat or mirror position button.
If you would like the stored driving positions to be
recalled when unlocking your vehicle with the keyless
access transmitter or when starting your vehicle,
see “REMOTE RECALL MEMORY” or “START
BUTTON RECALL” underVehicle Personalization
on page 2-60.
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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.........................................3-7
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..............3-10
Flash-to-Pass...............................................3-13
Windshield Wipers........................................3-14
Rainsense™ II Wipers...................................3-15
Windshield Washer.......................................3-16
Headlamp Washer........................................3-16
Cruise Control..............................................3-17
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................3-20
Headlamps..................................................3-33
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-37Headlamps on Reminder................................3-37
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-37
Fog Lamps..................................................3-39
Twilight Sentinel
®..........................................3-39
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver........................3-40
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-41
Entry Lighting...............................................3-41
Parade Dimming...........................................3-41
Reading Lamps............................................3-42
Battery Load Management.............................3-42
Electric Power Management...........................3-42
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver.....................3-43
Head-Up Display (HUD).................................3-43
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-46
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-47
Climate Controls............................................3-48
Dual Climate Control System..........................3-48
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-54
Rear Climate Control System.........................3-54
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-55
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-57
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-58
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-59
Tachometer.................................................3-59
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-59
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-60
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-61
Charging System Light..................................3-63
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-64
Antilock Brake System Warning Light...............3-65
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light...........................................3-65
Lane Departure Warning Light........................3-66
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light......3-66
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-67
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-67
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-68
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-70
Security Light...............................................3-71
Fog Lamp Light............................................3-72
Lights On Reminder......................................3-72Cruise Control Light......................................3-72
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-72
Fuel Gage...................................................3-73
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-74
DIC Operation and Displays...........................3-74
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-80
Other Messages...........................................3-97
Audio System(s).............................................3-98
Setting the Time...........................................3-99
Radio(s) (MP3)...........................................3-100
Using an MP3............................................3-112
XM Radio Messages...................................3-116
Navigation/Radio System..............................3-117
Radio Personalization
..................................3-117
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-121
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-121
Radio Reception.........................................3-123
Backglass Antenna......................................3-124
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-124
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
Steering Column
The power tilt and
telescope wheel
control is located on
the outboard side of
the steering column.
To operate the power tilt feature, push the control up
and the steering wheel tilts up. Push the control
down and the steering wheel goes down.
Push the control forward and the steering wheel moves
toward the front of the vehicle. Push the control
rearward and the steering wheel moves toward the rear
of the vehicle.
To set the memory position, seeVehicle Personalization
on page 2-60andMemory Seat, Mirrors and Steering
Wheel on page 2-77.
Heated Steering Wheel
Your vehicle may have a heated steering wheel.
The button with this
symbol is located
on the left side of
the steering wheel.
Press the button to turn the heated steering wheel
on or off. A light on the button will display when the
feature is turned on.
The steering wheel will take about three minutes to
start heating.
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Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ash
to signal a lane change. Hold it briey until the lane
change is complete. The arrow will automatically ash
three times The lever returns to its original position
when it is released.
Rapid ashing of arrows when signaling for a turn
or lane change can be caused by a burned-out signal
bulb. Other drivers will not see the signal.
Replace burned-out bulbs to help avoid possible
accidents. Check the fuse for burned-out bulbs
if the arrow fails to work when signaling a turn.
SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-117
for more information.
Turn Signal On Chime
If the turn signal is left on for about 1 mile (1.6 km),
a warning chime will sound and the TURN SIGNAL
ON message will appear on the Driver Information
Center (DIC) display. See “Turn Signal On” under
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-80for
more information.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Push forward on the turn signal/multifunction lever
to change the headlamps from low to high beam.
Pull the lever back and then release it to change
from high to low beam.
If you turn the vehicle off with the high beams on,
the next time you start your vehicle the low beams
will be on.
To re-activate high beams, pull lever toward you and
then push it forward again.
This light on the
instrument panel cluster
will be on, indicating
high-beam usage.
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Rainsense™ II Wipers
If your vehicle has this feature, the moisture sensor is
mounted on the interior side of the windshield behind
the rearview mirror. It is used to automatically operate
the wipers by monitoring the amount of moisture
build-up on the windshield. Wipes occur as needed to
clear the windshield depending on driving conditions
and the sensitivity setting. In light rain or snow,
fewer wipes will occur. In heavy rain or snow, wipes
will occur more frequently. The Rainsense™ wipers
operate in a delay mode as well as a continuous low
or high speed as needed. If the system is left on for long
periods of time, occasional wipes may occur without
any moisture on the windshield. This is normal and
indicates that the Rainsense™ system is activated.
To activate the Rainsense™ system, turn the wiper band
to delay mode and select one of the four sensitivity
levels indicated on the wiper stalk. The position closest
to off is the lowest sensitivity setting, level one. This
allows more rain or snow to collect on the windshield
between wipes. Turning the wiper band away from
you to higher sensitivity levels increases the sensitivity
of the system and frequency of wipes. The highest
sensitivity setting, level four, is closest to low.A single wipe will occur each time you turn the wiper
stalk to a higher sensitivity level to indicate that the
sensitivity level has been increased.
Notice:Going through an automatic car wash with
the wipers on can damage them. Turn the wipers
off when going through an automatic car wash.
The mist and wash cycles operate as normal and
are not affected by the Rainsense™ function. The
Rainsense™ system can be overridden at any time by
manually turning the wiper band to low or high speed.
When Rainsense™ is active, the headlamps will turn
on automatically. The headlamps will turn off again
once the wipers turn off if it is light enough outside.
If it is dark, they will remain on. SeeWiper Activated
Headlamps on page 3-37.
Notice:Do not place stickers or other items on
the exterior glass surface directly in front of
the moisture sensor. Doing this could cause the
moisture sensor to malfunction.
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