2010 CADILLAC DTS climate settings

Remote Vehicle Start
The remote vehicle starting feature allows you to startthe engine from outside of the vehicle. It also startsup the vehicle’s automatic climate control system. Whenthe remote start system is active, the climate controlsystem will heat and cool the inside of the vehicleaccording to the previous settings of the system beforeturning the vehicle off. The rear window defoggerwill be turned on by the climate control system when itis cold outside. If the vehicle has heated seats, theywill also turn on when it is cold outside. SeeHeated andVentilated Seats on page 2-5for additional information.Cooled seats are not activated during a remote start.Normal operation of the climate control system willreturn after the key is turned to ON/RUN. SeeDualClimate Control System on page 4-36.
Laws in some communities may restrict the use ofremote starters. For example, some laws may require aperson using remote start to have the vehicle in viewwhen doing so. Check local regulations for anyrequirements on remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is lowon fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel.
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKEtransmitter functions will have an increased rangeof operation. However, the range may be less while thevehicle is running.
There are other conditions which can affect theperformance of the transmitter, seeRemote KeylessEntry (RKE) System Operation on page 3-4foradditional information.
/(Remote Start):This button will be on the
RKE transmitter if you have remote start.
To start the vehicle using the remote start feature:
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock button,then immediately press and hold the transmitter’sremote start button until the turn signal lightsflash or if the vehicle’s lights are not visible, pressand hold the remote start button for at leastfour seconds. Pressing the remote start buttonagain after the vehicle has started will turn off theignition.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turnon and remain on while the vehicle is running.The vehicle’s doors will be locked.
3. If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has beendriven, repeat these steps, while the engine is stillrunning, to extend the engine running time by10 minutes. Remote start can be extended one time.
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Automatic Operation
AUTO9(Automatic Fan):When this position is
selected on the fan control, the system adjusts the fanspeed. If the OnStar®system is activated when thisposition is selected, the climate control fan speedwill lower.
AUTO (Automatic Mode):
1. Turn the fan control to the AUTO position.
2. Turn the mode control to the AUTO position.
3. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable settingbetween 21°C (68°F) and 26°C (78°F).
Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature settingwill not cause the system to heat or cool any faster.In cold weather, the system will start at reduced fanspeeds to avoid blowing cold air into the vehicle untilwarmer air is available. The system starts outblowing air at the floor but may change modesautomatically as the vehicle warms up to maintain thechosen temperature setting. The length of timeneeded to warm the interior depends on the outsidetemperature and temperature of the vehicle.
4. Wait 20 to 30 minutes for the system to stabilize inorder for the system to regulate automatically. Thenadjust the temperature as necessary to find yourcomfort setting.
Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center ofthe instrument panel near the windshield. For moreinformation on the solar sensor, see “Sensors” later inthis section.
After the vehicle is started, the display shows the interiortemperature settings and the outside temperature.
If the AUTO position is selected on the fan or modecontrol, the system automatically controls the airconditioning compressor. The A/C compressor will runautomatically even at cool outside temperatures in orderto dehumidify the air. The A/C indicator light is lit whenthe system is operating automatically, even at near
freezing outside temperatures. Press#on the fan
control to turn off the A/C. For improved window clearingperformance in defog or defrost modes, the A/Ccompressor runs automatically.
h(AUTO RECIRCULATION):If the AUTO position
is selected on either the fan or mode control, thesystem automatically controls the air inlet to supplyfresh outside air or recirculate the interior air to cool thecar faster. The light on the recirculation button willcome on when the system changes to recirculation.
Outside air can be forced by pressinghwhen
the light is lit. For vehicles without rear climate controls,
press:to force outside air. The next time AUTO
fan or mode is selected, the air inlet will reset back toAUTO operation.
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Manual Operation
9(Off):Turns the entire climate control system off.
Outside air still enters the vehicle and is directed to thefloor. The airflow direction and temperature can beadjusted, as indicated below.
If the temperature is adjusted while the system is off,the display will light to show the current settings.
wx(Driver’s Temperature Controls):Press the up
or down buttons next to the fan control to manuallyincrease or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle.
wx(Passenger’s Temperature Controls):Press
the up or down buttons next to the air deliverymode control to manually increase or decrease thetemperature for the front passenger. If the passengerclimate control system is off, pressing one of thesebuttons turns it on.
9(Fan Control):Turn clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the fan speed. Turning thiscontrol completely counterclockwise will turn onthe automatic fan operation. If the airflow seems lowwhen the fan speed is at the highest setting, thepassenger compartment air filter may need to bereplaced. SeePassenger Compartment Air Filter onpage 4-44.
Air Delivery Mode Control:Turn clockwise orcounterclockwise to change the current airflow mode.
Select one of the following:
AUTO:Turns on the automatic delivery mode operation.
F(Vent):Air is directed to the instrument panel
outlets.
*(Bi-Level):Air is divided between the instrument
panel and the floor outlets. In automatic operation,cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer airto the floor outlets.
7(Floor):Air is directed to the floor outlets with some
air directed to the side window outlets and thewindshield.
If recirculation is selected, it only stays on for threeminutes to reduce windshield fogging.
W(Floor/Defog):This mode clears the windows of
fog or moisture. Air is directed to the floor outlets, withsome air going to the side window outlets andwindshield. When selected, the system turns offrecirculation and runs the air conditioning compressorunless the outside temperature is at or below freezing.The recirculation mode cannot be selected while inthe floor/defog mode.
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Rear Climate Control System
For vehicles with a rear climate control system, therear seat passengers can adjust the direction ofthe airflow, fan speed and temperature for the rearseating area. This system also works with the mainclimate control system in the vehicle.
The rear climate control system is located on the backof the center console.
A. Display
B. Fan Control
C. Temperature Control
D. Air Delivery Mode Control
AUX (Auxiliary):Press the AUX button located on thefront climate control panel to turn the rear climatecontrol system on or off. When turned on the rearsystem operates in automatic mode and the temperaturesettings selected for the front climate control panelwill also be selected for the rear passengers.
To adjust the rear climate control system, the rearpassenger can select a different temperature, mode orfan speed. Whenever the rear passengers haveadjusted settings on the rear climate control system, theAUX light is lit on the front climate control system.
When the front climate control system is turned off or indefrost mode, the rear climate control system isturned off. The rear system will turn back on onceanother front mode is selected.
For more information on how to use the front climatecontrol system, seeDual Climate Control Systemon page 4-36. For more information on the air outlets,seeOutlet Adjustment on page 4-41.
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