2010 CADILLAC DTS engine

ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the engine isoverheating, severe engine damage may occur. Ifan overheat warning appears on the instrumentpanel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soonas possible. Do not increase the engine speed abovenormal idling speed. SeeEngine Overheating onpage 6-27for more information.
This message displays when the engine coolanttemperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle toidle until it cools down. SeeEngine CoolantTemperature Warning Light on page 4-55.
SeeOverheated Engine Protection Operating Mode onpage 6-29for information on driving to a safe placein an emergency.
ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the engineis overheating, severe engine damage may occur.If an overheat warning appears on the instrumentpanel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon aspossible. SeeEngine Overheating on page 6-27for more information.
This message displays when the engine has overheated.Immediately look for a safe place to pull your vehicleover and turn the engine off right away to avoid severeengine damage. SeeEngine Overheating on page 6-27andOverheated Engine Protection Operating Modeon page 6-29. A chime also sounds when this messageis displayed.
ENGINE POWER REDUCED
This message displays when the engine power is beingreduced to protect the engine from damage. Therecould be several malfunctions that might causethis message. Reduced engine power can affect thevehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message is on, butthere is no reduction in performance, proceed toyour destination. The performance may be reduced thenext time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may bedriven at a reduced speed while this message is on, butacceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime thismessage stays on, the vehicle should be taken toyour dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible.
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LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM
UNAVAILABLE
If your vehicle has the Lane Departure Warning (LDW)system, this message may display if the LDW systemdoes not activate due to a temporary condition.SeeLane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 3-46formore information.
LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN
This symbol appears withthis message.
This message displays when the driver side rear door isnot closed completely. Make sure that the door isclosed completely.
NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS PEDAL
APPLIED
This message displays when the Adaptive CruiseControl (ACC) is engaged and you are pressing theaccelerator pedal enough to disable ACC automaticbraking. SeeAdaptive Cruise Control on page 4-15formore information.
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the engineoil pressure is low, severe engine damage mayoccur. If a low oil pressure warning appears on theinstrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop thevehicle as soon as possible. Do not drive the vehicleuntil the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected.SeeEngine Oil on page 6-13for more information.
This message displays when the vehicle’s engineoil pressure is low. The oil pressure light also appearson the instrument panel cluster. SeeOil PressureLight on page 4-59.
A multiple chime sounds when this message is displayed.SeeEngine Oil on page 6-13for more information.
Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage canresult from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Havethe vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soonas possible when this message is displayed.
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SERVICE STABILITRAK
Your vehicle may have a vehicle stability enhancementsystem called StabiliTrak®. SeeStabiliTrak®Systemon page 5-5.
This message displays if there has been a problemdetected with the StabiliTrak system.
If this message comes on while you are driving, pull offthe road as soon as possible and stop carefully. Tryresetting the system by turning the ignition off then backon. If this message still stays on or comes back onagain while you are driving, your vehicle needs service.Have the StabiliTrak system inspected by yourdealer/retailer as soon as possible.
SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS (System)
This message displays when the magnetic ridecontrol or automatic leveling control system is notoperating properly. Have your vehicle serviced by yourdealer/retailer.
SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem withthe theft-deterrent system programmed in the key.A fault has been detected in the system which meansthat the system is disabled and it is not protectingthe vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts; however, youmay want to take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer
before turning off the engine. SeePASS-Key®III+Electronic Immobilizer Operation on page 3-21for moreinformation.
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System(TPMS), this message displays if a part on the TPMS isnot working properly. The tire pressure light alsoflashes and then remains on during the same ignitioncycle. SeeTire Pressure Light on page 4-56. Severalconditions may cause this message to appear. SeeTirePressure Monitor Operation on page 6-58for moreinformation. If the warning comes on and stays on, theremay be a problem with the TPMS, see yourdealer/retailer.
SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL
This message displays when there is a problem with theTraction Control System (TCS). When this messageis displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjustyour driving accordingly. See your dealer/retailer forservice. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on page 5-6for more information.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays when there is a problem with thevehicle’s transmission. Have your vehicle serviced byyour dealer/retailer.
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TRACTION CONTROL ON
This message displays when the Traction ControlSystem (TCS) is turned on. SeeTraction Control System(TCS) on page 5-6for more information.
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while thetransmission fluid is overheating and thetransmission temperature warning is displayed onthe instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, youcan damage the transmission. This could lead tocostly repairs that would not be covered byyour warranty. Do not drive your vehicle withoverheated transmission fluid or while thetransmission temperature warning is displayed.
This message displays when the transmission fluid inyour vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle and allowit to idle until the transmission cools down or until thismessage is removed.
TRUNK OPEN
This symbol appears withthis message.
This message displays when the trunk is not closedcompletely. Make sure that the trunk is closedcompletely.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays as a reminder to turn off the turnsignal if you drive your vehicle for more than about1 mile (1.6 km) with a turn signal on. A multiple chimesounds when this message is displayed.
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ALL (default):The driver’s seat and the steering wheeltilt and steering column telescope features will recall,if your vehicle has this option.
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.
MEMORY SEAT RECALL
If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to selectyour preference for the remote memory seat recallfeature. SeeMemory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheelon page 2-6for more information.
Press the customization button until MEMORY SEATRECALL 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:
OFF (default):No remote memory seat recall will occur.
ON:The driver’s seat and outside mirrors willautomatically move to the stored driving position whenthe unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry(RKE) transmitter is pressed. The steering column willalso move on vehicles with the power tilt and telescopicsteering feature. SeePower Tilt Wheel and TelescopicSteering Column on page 4-4for more information.
See “RELEARN REMOTE KEY” underDIC Operationand Displays on page 4-62for more information onmatching transmitters to driver ID numbers.
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.
REMOTE START
If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn theremote start off or on. The remote start feature allowsyou to start the engine from outside of the vehicle usingthe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. SeeRemote Vehicle Start on page 3-7for more information.
Press the customization button until REMOTE STARTappears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset buttononce to access the settings for this feature. Then pressthe menu up/down button to scroll through the followingsettings:
OFF:The remote start feature will be disabled.
ON (default):The remote start feature will be enabled.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to thisfeature. The current setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired setting is displayed on the DIC.
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Notice:Contact your dealer/retailer before addingany equipment.
Adding audio or communication equipment couldinterfere with the operation of the vehicle’s engine,radio, or other systems, and could damage them.Follow federal rules covering mobile radio andtelephone equipment.
The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). WithRAP, the audio system can be played even after theignition is turned off. SeeRetained Accessory Power(RAP) on page 3-24for more information.
Setting the Clock
Radio with a Single CD or a Six-Disc
CD Player
The vehicle has an analog clock as well as the digitalradio clock. At the time of new vehicle delivery, thedigital radio clock display should be disabled. Ifyou decide to use the digital radio clock as well as theanalog clock, you can change the setting to enablethe radio clock display.
Enabling/Disabling the Digital Radio
Clock
For the Single CD Player
To turn the radio clock display on or off:
1. Turn the radio on.
2. Press theHbutton until the clock and date setting
menus appear.
3. Press the pushbutton located under the forwardarrow tab until the menu for default clock anddate settings appear.
4. Press the pushbutton located under the currentlydisplayed status of either ON or OFF. The ONdisplay indicates the radio clock display is disabledand the OFF display indicates the radio clockdisplay is enabled. Press this pushbutton to togglethe radio clock display on or off.
If the radio clock display is turned on, the screendisplays Radio Clock ON for 10 seconds, thenreturns to the original clock display menu.
If the radio clock display is turned off, the screendisplays Radio Clock OFF for 10 seconds. Themenus for clock and date settings are removed, andON displays as a current status indicating that theclock display can be turned on, if desired.
The radio clock and analog clock are not synchronized.Occasionally you might need to set the digital radio clockusing the procedure below to synchronize both clocks.
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Keeping pace with the traffic and allowing realisticfollowing distances eliminates a lot of unnecessarybraking. That means better braking and longer brake life.
If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven,brake normally but do not pump the brakes. If the brakesare pumped, the pedal could get harder to push down.If the engine stops, there will still be some power brakeassist but it will be used when the brake is applied. Oncethe power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop andthe brake pedal will be harder to push.
Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affectvehicle performance. SeeAccessories and Modificationson page 6-3.
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
This vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), anadvanced electronic braking system that helps prevent abraking skid.
When the engine is started and the vehicle begins todrive away, ABS checks itself. A momentary motoror clicking noise might be heard while this test is goingon, and it might even be noticed that the brake pedalmoves a little. This is normal.
If there is a problem withABS, this warning lightstays on. SeeAntilockBrake System (ABS)Warning Light onpage 4-53.
Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here is whathappens with ABS:
A computer senses that the wheels are slowing down.If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computerwill separately work the brakes at each front wheeland at both rear wheels.
ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel, asrequired, faster than any driver could. This can helpthe driver steer around the obstacle while braking hard.
As the brakes are applied, the computer keepsreceiving updates on wheel speed and controls brakingpressure accordingly.
Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to geta foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stoppingdistance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you,there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if thatvehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enoughroom up ahead to stop, even with ABS.
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Using ABS
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedaldown firmly and let antilock work. The antilock pump ormotor operating might be heard and the brake pedalmight be felt to pulsate, but this is normal.
Braking in Emergencies
ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the sametime. In many emergencies, steering can help more thaneven the very best braking.
Brake Assist
This vehicle has a Brake Assist feature designed toassist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speedin emergency driving conditions. This feature uses thestability system hydraulic brake control module tosupplement the power brake system under conditionswhere the driver has quickly and forcefully appliedthe brake pedal in an attempt to quickly stop or slowdown the vehicle. The stability system hydraulicbrake control module increases brake pressure at eachcorner of the vehicle until the ABS activates. Minorbrake pedal pulsations or pedal movement during thistime is normal and the driver should continue toapply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictatesThe Brake Assist feature will automatically disengagewhen the brake pedal is released or brake pedalpressure is quickly decreased.
StabiliTrak®System
The vehicle may have the StabiliTrak system whichcombines antilock brake, traction and stability controlsystems and helps the driver maintain directional controlof the vehicle in most driving conditions. This isaccomplished by selectively applying any one of thevehicle’s brakes and reducing engine power.
The StabiliTrak system comes on automaticallywhenever the vehicle is started. The system cannot beturned off.
This light will flash whenthe system is operating.
The STABILITRAK NOT READY message may bedisplayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC) and theTraction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak warninglight on the instrument panel cluster comes on after firstdriving the vehicle and exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h)for 30 seconds. The StabiliTrak system is off untilthe light has turned off. This could take up to 15 minutes.
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