2010 CADILLAC DTS oil temperature

I:Cruise Control
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
#:Fog Lamps
.:Fuel Gage
+:Fuses
i:Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
j:LATCH System Child Restraints
*:Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
g:Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
}:Power
/:Remote Vehicle Start
>:Safety Belt Reminders
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
F:Traction Control
M:Windshield Washer Fluid
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After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insertand turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.
If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut offafter 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done.
To manually shut off a remote start:
•Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press
the remote start button until the parking lampsturn off.
•Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
•Turn the ignition switch on and then off.
The remote vehicle start feature provides two separatestarts, each with 10 minutes of engine running, or itprovides one start with 10 minutes of engine running thatmay be extended 10 more minutes. If you press andrelease the transmitter lock button and then press andhold the remote start button on the RKE transmitteragain before the first 10 minutes of engine running timehas expired, 10 minutes are added to the remainingminutes. For example, if the lock button and thenthe remote start buttons are pressed again afterfive minutes of the engine run time, 10 minutes areadded and you now have 15 minutes of engine running.The added ten minutes are considered a secondremote vehicle start.
Once two remote starts or a single start with a timeextension have been used, the vehicle must be startedwith the ignition key before you can use the remotestart feature again.
The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if thekey is in the ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there isan emission control system malfunction.
The engine will turn off during a remote vehicle start ifthe coolant temperature gets too high, or the oil pressureis too low.
Your vehicle was shipped from the factory with theremote vehicle start system enabled. The system maybe disabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC).See “REMOTE START” underDIC VehicleCustomization on page 4-80for additional information.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 3-34for important safetyinformation when using remote start in a closed garage.
Remote Start Ready
If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle startfeature, it may have the remote start ready feature.This feature allows your dealer/retailer to add themanufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature. See yourdealer/retailer if you would like to add the manufacturer’sremote vehicle start feature to your vehicle.
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Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-52Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-52Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light . . . . .4-53Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light . . . . . .4-54StabiliTrak®Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-54Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-55Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light . . . . . .4-55Engine Coolant Temperature Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-56Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-56Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-57Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-59Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-60Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-60Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-60Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-60Highbeam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-61Fuel Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-61
Driver Information Center (DIC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-61DIC Operation and Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-62DIC Warnings and Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-67DIC Vehicle Customization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-80
Audio System(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-88Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-89Radio(s) (MP3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-92Using an MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-102XM Radio Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-107Navigation/Radio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-108Bluetooth®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-108Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-119Audio Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-119Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-120Backglass Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-121XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System . . . . . . . . . . . .4-121
Section 4 Instrument Panel
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip
To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider havingit serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing.
Things to check on your own include:
•Windshield Washer Fluid:Reservoir full? Windows
clean — inside and outside?
•Wiper Blades:In good shape?
•Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:All levels checked?
•Lamps:Do they all work and are lenses clean?
•Tires:Are treads good? Are tires inflated to
recommended pressure?
•Weather and Maps:Safe to travel?
Have up-to-date maps?
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundingswhile driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find asafe place to park your vehicle and rest.
Other driving tips include:
•Keep the vehicle well ventilated.
•Keep interior temperature cool.
•Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead
and to the sides.
•Check the rearview mirror and vehicle
instruments often.
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What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
Look for three things:
•GM4718M
This vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meetingGM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting thisstandard may be identified as synthetic. However,not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard.Use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M.
Notice:Using oils that do not have the GM4718MStandard designation can cause engine damage notcovered by the vehicle warranty.
•SAE 5W-30
SAE 5W-30 is best for the vehicle. These numberson an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50.
•American Petroleum Institute (API) starburst symbol
Oils meeting theserequirements should havethe starburst symbol onthe container. This symbolindicates that the oilhas been certified by theAmerican PetroleumInstitute (API).
This vehicle’s engine was filled at the factory with aMobil 1®synthetic oil meeting all requirements forthis vehicle.
Substitute Engine Oil: When adding oil to maintainengine oil level, oil meeting GM Standard GM4718Mmight not be available. You can add substitute oildesignated SAE 5W-30 with the starburst symbol at alltemperatures. Substitute oil not meeting GM StandardGM4718M should not be used for an oil change.
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Engine Oil Additives / Engine Oil
Flushes
Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oilswith the starburst symbol that meet GM standards are allthat is needed for good performance and engineprotection.
Engine oil system flushes are not recommended andcould cause engine damage not covered by the vehiclewarranty.
Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
This vehicle has a computer system that indicates whento change the engine oil and filter. This is based onengine revolutions and engine temperature, and not onmileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage atwhich an oil change is indicated can vary considerably.For the oil life system to work properly, the systemmust be reset every time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has beendiminished, it indicates that an oil change is necessary.A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message in theDriver Information Center (DIC) comes on. Change theoil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles(1 000 km). It is possible that, if driving under the bestconditions, the oil life system might not indicate thatan oil change is necessary for over a year. However, theengine oil and filter must be changed at least once ayear and at this time the system must be reset.Your dealer/retailer has trained people who will performthis work using genuine parts and reset the system.It is also important to check the oil regularly and keep itat the proper level.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, the oil must bechanged at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since the last oilchange. Remember to reset the oil life system wheneverthe oil is changed.
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What to Use
{WARNING:
Adding only plain water to the cooling system can
be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid
such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant
mixture will. The vehicle’s coolant warning system
is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain
water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get
too hot but you would not get the overheat
warning. The engine could catch fire and you or
others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of
clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL®coolant.
Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water andDEX-COOL®coolant. If using this mixture, nothing elseneeds to be added. This mixture:
•Gives freezing protection down to!34°F (!37°C),
outside temperature.
•Gives boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C),
engine temperature.
•Protects against rust and corrosion.
•Will not damage aluminum parts.
•Helps keep the proper engine temperature.
Notice:If an improper coolant mixture is used, theengine could overheat and be badly damaged.The repair cost would not be covered by the vehiclewarranty. Too much water in the mixture canfreeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core,and other parts.
Notice:If extra inhibitors and/or additives are usedin the vehicle’s cooling system, the vehicle couldbe damaged. Use only the proper mixture ofthe engine coolant listed in this manual for thecooling system. SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 7-8for more information.
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If No Steam Is Coming From The
Engine Compartment
If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steamcan be seen or heard, the problem may not be tooserious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hotwhen the vehicle:
•Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
•Stops after high-speed driving.
•Idles for long periods in traffic.
•Tows a trailer.
If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign ofsteam:
1. Turn the air conditioning off.
2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature andto the highest fan speed. Open the windows asnecessary.
3. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in N (Neutral) whilestopped. If it safe to do so, pull off the road, shift toP (Park) or N (Neutral) and let the engine idle.
If the temperature overheat gage is no longer in theoverheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays,the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicleslow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe vehicle distancefrom the car in front of you. If the warning does not comeback on, continue to drive normally.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park thevehicle right away.
If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for threeminutes while parked. If the warning is still displayed, turnoff the engine until it cools down. Also, see!OverheatedEngine Protection Operating Mode!next in this section.
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode
If an overheated engine condition exists and themessage ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE isdisplayed, an overheat protection mode which alternatesfiring groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage.In this mode, you will notice a loss in power andengine performance. This operating mode allows yourvehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency.Driving extended miles (km) and/or towing a trailer in theoverheat protection mode should be avoided.
Notice:After driving in the overheated engineprotection operating mode, to avoid engine damage,allow the engine to cool before attempting anyrepair. The engine oil will be severely degraded.Repair the cause of coolant loss, change the oil andreset the oil life system. SeeEngine Oil onpage 6-13.
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