2011 CADILLAC STS ignition

Black plate (94,1)Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011
Audio System(s)
Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the
following pages to become familiar with its features.
{WARNING:
Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods
could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to
you or others. Do not give extended attention to
entertainment tasks while driving.
This system provides access to many audio and non
audio listings. To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving,
do the following while the vehicle is parked:
.Become familiar with the operation and controls of
the audio system.
.Set up the tone, speaker adjustments, and preset
radio stations.
For more information, see Defensive Driving
on
page 5‑2.
Notice: Contact your dealer before adding any
equipment.
Adding audio or communication equipment could
interfere with the operation of the vehicle's engine,
radio, or other systems, and could damage them.
Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and
telephone equipment.
The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With
RAP, the audio system can be played even after the
ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power
(RAP)
on page 3‑27for more information.
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Radio Message
THEFTLOCK:Displays when the THEFTLOCK®
system has been activated. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service.
XM Satellite Radio Service
XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the
48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian
provinces. XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety
of programming and commercial-free music,
coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound. A service
fee is required to receive the XM service. If XM
Service needs to be reactivated, the radio will display
“No Subscription Please Renew” on channel XM1. For
more information, contact XM at www.xmradio.com or
call 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S. and www.xmradio.ca
or call 1-877-438-9677 in Canada.
Radio Messages for XM Only
See XM Radio Messageson page 4‑112later in this
section for further detail.
Using the Single CD Player
Load a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The
player pulls it in. The CD player can play the smaller
3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size
CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same
manner.
.The CD begins playing after it is loaded if the
ignition and the radio are on.
.The CD starts to play where it was last stopped if it
was the last selected audio source when the radio
is turned on.
.The CD stays in the player when the ignition or
radio is turned off.
.A CD can be loaded with the radio off, but it does
not start playing until the radio is turned on.
When a CD is loaded, CD displays and the CD
functions display above the pushbuttons in place of the
programmed preset stations. The track number displays
as each new track starts to play.
F1
{(Reverse): Press and hold to reverse quickly
within a track. Release to resume playback. The
elapsed time of the track displays.
F2
|(Forward): Press and hold to advance quickly
within a track. Release to resume playback. The
elapsed time of the track displays.
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F3 RDM (Random):Press to listen to the tracks
in a random, rather than sequential order. RANDOM
displays. Press again to turn off random play. RANDOM
disappears from the display.
F4 RPT (Repeat): Press to hear a track over again.
REPEAT displays. Press again to turn off repeat play.
REPEAT disappears from the display.
F6 DISP (Display): Press to display the time of the
track. Press again to remove the time of the track from
the display.
© ¨(Seek): Press to go to the previous or next track on
the CD.
© ¨(Scan): Press to listen to each track for
10 seconds. The CD goes to a track, plays for
10 seconds, then goes to the next track. Press
again to stop scanning.
SRCE (Source): Press to select a source, either radio
or CD. The CD must be loaded to select the source and
to play. CD displays if a CD is loaded. If a CD is not
loaded, the display does not change from the radio
source.
Z(Eject): Press to stop a CD when it is playing or to
eject a CD when it is not playing. Eject can be used
when the ignition and the radio are off.
Using the Six-Disc CD Changer
M
(Load): Press to load CDs into the CD player. This
CD player holds up to six CDs.
To insert one CD:
1. The ignition and the radio can be on or off.
2. Press and release
M. Please Wait displays.
3. When INSERT displays, load a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls the CD in.
If the radio is on, the CD begins to play automatically.
CD displays and the number of the CD and the track
number displays.
To insert multiple CDs: 1. The ignition and the radio can be on or off.
2. Press and hold
Mfor two seconds. Please Wait
displays and a beep sounds.
3. When INSERT displays, load the first CD partway into the slot, label side up, and the player pulls
it in.
4. Wait until INSERT displays again to load the next CD.
5. Repeat Step 4 until all the desired CDs are loaded.
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If the radio is on, the lased CD loaded begins to play
automatically. CD displays and the number of the CD
and the track number displays.
F1 DISC
n(Down):Press to go to the previous CD.
F2 DISC
m(Up): Press to go to the next CD.
F3 CD REV
{(Reverse): Press to go to the previous
track. Press and hold to reverse quickly within the track.
Release to resume playback.
F4 CD FWD
|(Forward): Press to go to the next
track. Press and hold to advance quickly within the
track. Release to resume playback.
F5 MODE: Press to select from:
.NORMAL:Sets the system for normal play of
the CD(s). NORMAL does not display while in
this mode.
.RPT TRCK (Repeat Track): Repeats the track
over again. RPT TRCK displays. Press F5 MODE
again to turn off repeat play. RPT TRCK
disappears from the display.
.RPT DISC (Repeat CD): Repeats the CD over
again. RPT DISC displays. Press F5 MODE again
to turn off repeat play. RPT DISC disappears from
the display.
.RDM TRCK (Random Track): Plays the tracks on
the current CD in random, rather than sequential
order. RDM TRCK displays. Press F5 MODE again
to turn off random play. RDM TRCK disappears
from the display.
.RDM ALL (Random All CDs): Plays all of the CDs
loaded in random, rather than sequential order.
RDM ALL displays. Press F5 MODE again to turn
off random play. RDM ALL disappears from the
display.
F6 DISP (Display): Press to display the time of the
track. Press again to display CD PLAY MODE.
© ¨(Seek): Press to go to the previous or the next
track on the CD.
© ¨(Scan): Press to listen to each track for
10 seconds. The CD goes to a track, plays for
10 seconds, then goes to the next track. Press
again to stop scanning.
Z(Eject): Press to eject the CD that is currently
playing, or press and hold to eject all of the CDs
loaded. A beep sounds. Eject can be used when the
ignition and the radio are off.
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Check Antenna:If this message does not clear within
a short period of time, the receiver or antenna could
have a fault. Consult with your dealer.
Check XM Receivr: If this message does not clear
within a short period of time, the receiver could have
a fault. Consult with your dealer.
XM Not Available: If this message does not clear
within a short period of time, the receiver could have
a fault. Consult with your dealer.
Navigation/Radio System
For vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the
separate Navigation System manual.
Bluetooth®
For vehicles with a Navigation System and Bluetooth,
see the Navigation System Manual for information
about how to use the Bluetooth system.
For vehicles without a Navigation System, the Bluetooth
system can use a Bluetooth‐capable cell phone with
a Hands‐Free Profile to make and receive phone
calls. The system can be used while the ignition is in
ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. The range of the
Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all
phones support all functions and not all phones work
with the Bluetooth system. See www.gm.com/bluetooth
for more information about compatible phones.
Voice Recognition
The Bluetooth system uses voice recognition to
interpret voice commands to control the system
and dial phone numbers.
For additional information say “Help”while you are
in a voice recognition menu.
Noise: The system may not recognize voice commands
if there is too much background noise.
When to Speak: A tone sounds to indicate that the
system is ready for a voice command. Wait for the tone
and then speak.
How to Speak: Speak clearly in a calm and natural
voice.
Audio System
When using the Bluetooth system, sound comes
through the vehicle's front audio system speakers and
overrides the audio system. Use the the audio system
volume knob during a call to change the volume level.
The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later
calls. The system maintains a minimum volume level.
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Transferring a Call
Audio can be transferred between the Bluetooth system
and the cell phone.
The cell phone must be paired and connected with the
Bluetooth system before a call can be transferred. The
connection process can take up to two minutes after the
ignition is turned to ON/RUN.
Transferring Audio from the Bluetooth
System to a Cell Phone
During a call with the audio in the vehicle:1. Press
b g.
2. Say “Transfer Call.”
Transferring Audio to the Bluetooth System
from a Cell Phone
During a call with the audio on the cell phone,
press
bg. The audio transfers to the vehicle. If the
audio does not transfer to the vehicle, use the audio
transfer feature on the cell phone. See your cell phone
manufacturer's user guide for more information.
Voice Pass-Thru
Voice pass‐thru allows access to the voice recognition
commands on the cell phone. See your cell phone
manufacturer's user guide to see if the cell phone
supports this feature.
To access contacts stored in the cell phone:
1. Press and hold
b gfor two seconds.
2. Say “Bluetooth.”
3. Say “Voice.”
The cell phone's normal prompt messages will go
through their cycle according to the phone's operating
instructions.
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency
(DTMF) Tones
The Bluetooth system can send numbers and the
numbers stored as name tags during a call. You can
use this feature when calling a menu‐driven phone
system. Account numbers can also be stored for use.
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To assist with directional control of the vehicle, always
leave the system on. Stability control can be turned off
however, by using the TC button. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS)
on page 5‑9. The STABILITY SYS
OFF message will be displayed on the DIC. See DIC
Warnings and Messages on page 4‑76.
If there is a problem detected with Enhanced
StabiliTrak, the SERVICE STABILITY SYS message
will be displayed on the DIC. See DIC Warnings and
Messages
on page 4‑76. When this message is
displayed, the system is not operating. Driving should
be adjusted accordingly.
When certain faults or vehicle conditions are detected,
the Stability control will automatically go into a secure
mode and the STABILITY SECURE MODE message
will be displayed on the DIC. When the Stability Secure
Mode is activated, the stability control system will not
respond to driver requests to change the stability mode
until the next ignition cycle or until the vehicle condition
or fault is returned to normal. When the Stability Secure
Mode is activated, other messages may be displayed,
such as SERVICE STEERING SYS, SERVICE
SUSPENSION SYS or CHECK TIRE PRESSURE on
the DIC. When the Stability Secure Mode is activated,
a larger degree of steering wheel input at low vehicle
speeds and a smaller degree of steering wheel input at
high vehicle speeds may be required. Stability Secure Mode will be activated if a compact spare tire is being
used. See
DIC Warnings and Messages
on page 4‑76andCompact Spare Tire on page 6‑105.
Persistent operation of the vehicle in the STABILITY
SECURE MODE may be an indication that the vehicle
needs to be serviced by your dealer.
When certain faults are present, the vehicle’s speed
may be limited and the SPEED LIMITED TO XXX
message will be displayed on the DIC. See DIC
Warnings and Messages
on page 4‑76. When the
vehicle’s speed is limited, other messages may be
displayed, such as SERVICE STABILITY SYS,
SERVICE STEERING SYS or SERVICE SUSPENSION
SYS on the DIC. Have the vehicle serviced by your
dealer.
Enhanced StabiliTrak and Traction Control
Mode Selection
Enhanced StabiliTrak can be operated in Touring Mode.
It can also be turned off. The TC button is used to
change stability control modes (Touring or Off) as well
as to turn traction control on or off. See Traction Control
System (TCS)
on page 5‑9. The following information
describes the operation of the TC button for changing
Traction Control and Stability Control Modes.
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Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different
than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in
these conditions include:
.Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
.Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling
system, and transmission.
.Going down steep or long hills, shift to a
lower gear.
{WARNING:
If you do not shift down, the brakes could get so
hot that they would not work well. You would then
have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
You could crash. Shift down to let the engine
assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope.
{WARNING:
Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the
ignition off is dangerous. The brakes will have to
do all the work of slowing down and they could
get so hot that they would not work well. You
would then have poor braking or even none going
down a hill. You could crash. Always have the
engine running and the vehicle in gear when
going downhill.
.Stay in your own lane. Do not swing wide or cut
across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that
let you stay in your own lane.
.Top of hills: Be alert—something could be in your
lane (stalled car, accident).
.Pay attention to special road signs (falling rocks
area, winding roads, long grades, passing or
no-passing zones) and take appropriate action.
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