2010 CADILLAC DTS warning

In Brief. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Seats and Restraint System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Head Restraints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Front Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Rear Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Safety Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Child Restraints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33
Airbag System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58
Restraint System Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74
Features and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Doors and Locks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Mirrors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Object Detection Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40
Universal Home Remote System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48
Storage Areas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-55
Sunroof. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-57
Instrument Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Climate Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators. . . . . . . . 4-46
Driver Information Center (DIC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-61
Audio System(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-88
Driving Your Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle. . . . . . . 5-2
Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Service and Appearance Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Checking Things Under the Hood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Headlamp Aiming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-40
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Safety Warnings and Symbols
Warning Messages found on vehicle labels and in thismanual describe hazards and what to do to avoidor reduce them.
Dangerindicates a hazard with a high level of riskwhich will result in serious injury or death.
WarningorCautionindicates a hazard that could resultin injury or death.
{WARNING:
These mean there is something that could hurt
you or other people.
Notice:This means there is something that couldresult in property or vehicle damage. This would notbe covered by the vehicle’s warranty.
A circle with a slashthrough it is a safetysymbol which means “DoNot,” “Do not do this,”or “Do not let this happen.”
Vehicle Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that usesymbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along withthe text describing the operation or informationrelating to a specific component, control, message,gage, or indicator.
M:This symbol is shown when you need to see your
owner manual for additional instructions or information.
*:This symbol is shown when you need to see a
service manual for additional instructions or information.
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found onthe vehicle and what they mean. For more informationon the symbol, refer to the index.
9:Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g:Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar®
$:Brake System Warning Light
":Charging System
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A.Outlet Adjustment on page 4-41.
B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. SeeDriverInformation Center (DIC) on page 4-61.
C.Exterior Lamps on page 4-25.
D.Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4-47.
E.Horn on page 4-3.
F.Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4-119.
G.Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA)on page 3-40andAdaptive Cruise Control onpage 4-15(If Equipped).
H.Analog Clock on page 4-35.
I.Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-3.
J.Audio System(s) on page 4-88.
K. Trunk Release Button. SeeTrunk on page 3-12.
L.Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4-31.
M.Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 3-46.
N.Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4-5.
O.Hood Release on page 6-11.
P.Parking Brake on page 3-30.
Q.Heated Steering Wheel on page 4-4(If Equipped).
R.Cruise Control on page 4-12orAdaptive CruiseControl on page 4-15.
S.Tilt Wheel on page 4-3.Power Tilt Wheel andTelescopic Steering Column on page 4-4(If Equipped).
T.Dual Climate Control System on page 4-36.
U. Traction Control System Button (Console-ShiftVehicles). SeeTraction Control System (TCS) onpage 5-6.
V. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transmission Operationon page 3-27.
W.Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4-34.
X.Glove Box on page 3-55.Valet Lockout Switch onpage 3-18.
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Remote Vehicle Start
With this feature the engine can be started from outsideof the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
2. PressQ.
3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and
hold/until the turn signal lamps flash.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn onand remain on as long as the engine is running. Thedoors will be locked and the climate control system maycome on.
The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat thesteps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start canbe extended only once.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start:
•Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press
and hold/until the parking lamps turn off.
•Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
•Turn the ignition switch on and then off.
SeeRemote Vehicle Start on page 3-7.
Door Locks
From the outside, unlock the door using either the keyor the RKE transmitter.
From the inside, use the power door lock switches ormanual lock knobs located at the top of the door panelnear the window.
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The DIC buttons are located on the instrument panel tothe left of the steering wheel.
3:Press to scroll through the trip and fuel displays.
T:Press to scroll through the vehicle information
displays.
U:Press to customize the feature settings on your
vehicle. SeeDIC Vehicle Customization on page 4-80for more information.
V:Press to reset certain DIC features and to
acknowledge DIC warning messages and clear themfrom the DIC display.
yz:Press to scroll up and down the menu items.
For more information, seeDriver Information Center(DIC) on page 4-61.
Vehicle Customization
Some vehicle features can be programmed by using theDIC buttons on the instrument panel to the left of thesteering wheel. These features include:
•Language
•Door Lock and Unlock Settings
•Lighting
•Chime Volume
•Memory Settings
•Remote Start
SeeDIC Vehicle Customization on page 4-80.
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Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control System (TCS)
The traction control system limits wheel spin. Thesystem turns on automatically every time the vehicle isstarted.
•To turn off traction control, press and releaseiin
front of the shift lever.Filluminates and the
appropriate DIC message is displayed. SeeDICWarnings and Messages on page 4-67.
•Press and release the button again to turn on
traction control.
For more information, seeTraction Control System(TCS) on page 5-6.
StabiliTrak®
The vehicle may have the StabiliTrak system thatassists with directional control of the vehicle in difficultdriving conditions. The system turns on automaticallyevery time the vehicle is started. The system cannot beturned off.
For more information, seeStabiliTrak®System onpage 5-5.
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure MonitorSystem (TPMS).
The Tire Pressure Monitoralerts you when asignificant reduction inpressure occurs in one ormore of the vehicle’s tiresby illuminating the low tirepressure warning light onthe instrument cluster.
The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure iscorrected. The proper tire pressures for your vehicleare listed on the Tire and Loading Information labellocated on the driver side center pillar (B pillar). SeeLoading the Vehicle on page 5-18.
You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tirepressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is firststarted and then turn off as you drive. This may be anearly indicator that your tire pressures are getting low andthe tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
Note:The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you aboutlow tire pressure, but it does not replace normal monthlytire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility tomaintain correct tire pressures.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor System on page 6-57andTire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6-58.
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Head Restraints
The vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraintsin the outboard seating positions.
{WARNING:
With head restraints that are not installed and
adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that
occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a
crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all
occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraintis at the same height as the top of the occupant’shead. This position reduces the chance of a neck injuryin a crash.
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Power Reclining Seatbacks
The seats have powerreclining seatbacks. Usethe vertical power seatcontrol located onthe outboard side ofthe seat.
•Press the control toward the rear of the vehicle to
recline the seatback.
•Press the control toward the front of the vehicle to
raise the seatback.
{WARNING:
Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in
motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up,
the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined
like this.
The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will
not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front
of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving
neck or other injuries.
The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash,
the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt
forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones.
This could cause serious internal injuries.
For proper protection when the vehicle is in
motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well
back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly.
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