2010 CADILLAC DTS power steering

Memory Seat, Mirrors and
Steering Wheel
On vehicles with the memory package, the controls arelocated on the driver door panel. The controls areused to program and recall memory settings for thedriver seat, outside mirror, and steering wheel position ifthe vehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopicsteering feature.
To save positions in memory:
1. Adjust the driver seat, including the seatbackrecliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, andthe steering wheel to a comfortable position.
2. Press and hold button 1 until two beeps soundthrough the driver side front speaker to let youknow that the position has been stored.
A second seating, mirror, and steering wheel positioncan be programmed by repeating the previous steps andpressing button 2 for a second driver.
To recall memory positions, the vehicle must be inP (Park). Press and release either button 1 or button 2corresponding to the desired driving position. Theseat, outside mirrors, and steering wheel will move tothe position previously stored for the identifieddriver. You will hear a single beep.
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If you use the RKE transmitter to enter the vehicle andthe remote recall memory feature is on, automaticseat and mirror movement will occur. See “MEMORYSEAT RECALL” underDIC Vehicle Customizationon page 4-80for more information.
To stop recall movement of the memory feature at anytime, press one of the power seat controls, memorybuttons, power tilt wheel control, or power mirrorbuttons.
If something has blocked the driver seat and/or thesteering column while recalling a memory position, thedriver seat and/or the steering column recall maystop. If this happens remove the obstruction, then pressthe appropriate control for the area that is not recallingfor two seconds. Try recalling the memory position againby pressing the appropriate memory button. If thememory position is still not recalling, see yourdealer/retailer for service.
Easy Exit Recall
The control for this feature is located on the driver doorpanel between buttons 1 and 2.
With the vehicle in P (Park), the exit position can berecalled by pressing the exit button. You will heara single beep. The driver seat will move back, and if thevehicle has the power tilt wheel and telescopic steeringfeature, the power telescopic steering column willmove up and forward.
If the easy exit seat feature is on in the DIC, automaticseat and power telescopic steering column movementwill occur when the key is removed from the ignition.See “EASY EXIT RECALL” underDIC VehicleCustomization on page 4-80for more information.
Further programming for automatic seat and steeringwheel movement can be done using the DriverInformation Center (DIC). You can select or not selectthe following:
•The easy exit recall feature
•The memory seat recall feature
For programming information, seeDIC VehicleCustomization on page 4-80.
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Trunk
{WARNING:
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven
with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any
objects that pass through the seal between the
body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine
exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which
cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate, or
trunk/hatch open:
•Close all of the windows.
•Fully open the air outlets on or under the
instrument panel.
•Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting
that brings in only outside air and set the fanspeed to the highest setting. See ClimateControl System in the Index.
•If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate,
disable the power liftgate function.
For more information about carbon monoxide, seeEngine Exhaust on page 3-34.
Remote Trunk Release
V(Remote Trunk Release):The remote trunk
release button is located to the left of the steering wheelnext to the instrument panel brightness control. Pressthe button to open the trunk. The vehicle must bein P (Park) or N (Neutral) and the valet lockout switchmust be off to use this button.
You can also press the button with the trunk symbol onthe RKE transmitter to open the trunk. To disablethis feature, seeValet Lockout Switch on page 3-18.
The trunk can be accessed using the Rear SeatPass-Through. See “Rear Seat Pass-Through” followingthis section.
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C (ON/RUN):This position is where the key returns toafter the vehicle is started. This position displayssome of the warning and indicator lights.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key in theACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engineoff. You may not be able to start the vehicle if the batteryis allowed to drain for an extended period of time.
D (START):This position starts the engine.
A warning chime will sound and the Driver InformationCenter (DIC) will display DRIVER DOOR OPENwhen the driver door is opened if the ignition is inLOCK/OFF, ACC/ACCESSORY and the key is in theignition. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-67for more information.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be used for up to10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off:
•Audio System
•Audio Steering Wheel Controls
•Power Windows
•Sunroof (if equipped)
Power to these accessories will work up to 10 minutesor until the driver’s door is opened. For an additional10 minutes of power, close all the doors and turn the keyto ON/RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF.
Starting the Engine
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). Theengine will not start in any other position. To restart theengine when the vehicle is already moving, useN (Neutral) only.
Notice:Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicleis moving. If you do, you could damage thetransmission. Shift to P (Park) only when the vehicleis stopped.
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn theignition to START. When the engine starts, let goof the key. The idle speed will slow down asthe engine warms. Do not race the engineimmediately after starting it. Operate the engine andtransmission gently to allow the oil to warm upand lubricate all moving parts.
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Instrument Panel Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Tilt Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic SteeringColumn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10Rainsense™II Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10Windshield Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15Exterior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25Wiper Activated Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29Headlamps on Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-30Cornering Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-30Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-30Instrument Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31Parade Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32Footwell Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32Battery Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32Electric Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33Inadvertent Power Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33Battery Run-Down Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34Accessory Power Outlet(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34Ashtray(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-35Analog Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-35
Climate Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36Dual Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36Outlet Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-41Rear Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-42Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-44
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . .4-46Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-47Speedometer and Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-48Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-48Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..4-49Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-50Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-51
Section 4 Instrument Panel
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Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
Steering Column
If the vehicle has thisfeature, the power tilt andtelescope wheel controlis located on the outboardside of the steeringcolumn.
Press the control up or down to tilt the steering wheelup or down.
Press the control forward or rearward and the steeringwheel moves toward the front or rear of the vehicle.To set the memory position, seeDIC VehicleCustomization on page 4-80andMemory Seat, Mirrorsand Steering Wheel on page 2-6.
Heated Steering Wheel
The vehicle may have a heated steering wheel.
The button for this featureis located on the steeringwheel.
Press to turn the heated steering wheel on or off. A lighton the button displays while the feature is turned on.
Heating will begin in about three minutes.
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SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays if the ignition is on to inform thedriver that the brake fluid level is low. Have the brakesystem serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon aspossible.
SERVICE LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM
If your vehicle has the Lane Departure Warning(LDW) system, this message may display to indicatethat the LDW system is not working properly. Ifthis message remains on after continued driving, thesystem needs service. See your dealer/retailer.SeeLane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 3-46formore information.
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST
If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Front and RearParking Assist (UFRPA) system, this message displaysif there is a problem with the UFRPA system. Do notuse this system to help you park. SeeUltrasonic Frontand Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) on page 3-40formore information. See your dealer/retailer for service.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
Your vehicle may have a speed variable assist steeringsystem. SeeSteering on page 5-8.
This message displays if a problem is detected with thespeed variable assist steering system. When thismessage is displayed, you may notice that the effortrequired to steer the vehicle decreases or feels lighter,but you will still be able to steer the vehicle.
SERVICE RADAR CRUISE
This message displays when the Adaptive CruiseControl (ACC) system and the Forward Collision Alert(FCA) system are disabled and need service. Seeyour dealer/retailer.
SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT
SYSTEM
If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)system and this message displays, both SBZA displayswill remain on indicating there is a problem with theSBZA system. If these displays remain on aftercontinued driving, the system needs service. See yourdealer/retailer. SeeSide Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)on page 3-43for more information.
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Press the customization button until EASY EXITRECALL appears on the DIC display. Press the set/resetbutton once to access the settings for this feature.Then press the menu up/down button to scroll throughthe following settings:
DOOR BUTTON ONLY:No automatic seat exit recallwill occur. The recall will only occur after pressingthe easy exit seat button.
BUTTON AND KEY OUT (default):If the features areenabled through the EASY EXIT SETUP menu, thedriver’s seat will move back, and if the vehicle has thepower tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature, thepower steering column will move up and forward whenthe key is removed from the ignition or after pressingthe easy exit seat button.
The automatic easy exit seat movement will only occurone time after the key is removed from the ignition.If the automatic movement has already occurred, andyou put the key back in the ignition and remove it again,the seat and steering column will stay in the originalexit position, unless a memory recall took place prior toremoving the key again.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this feature.The current setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired setting is displayed on the DIC.
EASY EXIT SETUP
If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to selectwhich areas will recall with the automatic easy exit seatfeature. It also allows you to turn off the automaticeasy exit feature. SeeMemory Seat, Mirrors andSteering Wheel on page 2-6and “EASY EXIT RECALL”earlier for more information.
Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SETUPappears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset buttononce to access the settings for this feature. Thenpress the menu up/down button to scroll through thefollowing settings:
OFF:No automatic seat exit will recall.
SEAT ONLY:The driver’s seat will recall.
TILT ONLY:The steering wheel tilt feature will recall.
TELESCOPE ONLY:The steering column telescopefeature will recall.
SEAT/TILT:The driver’s seat and the steering wheel tiltfeature will recall.
SEAT/TELESCOPE:The driver’s seat and the steeringcolumn telescope feature will recall.
TILT/TELESCOPE:The steering wheel tilt and steeringcolumn telescope features will recall.
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