2012 CADILLAC CTS ignition

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start the vehicle with the correct
ignition key if the alarm has been
set off.
To avoid setting off the alarm by
accident:
.Lock the vehicle with the door
key after the doors are closed.
.Always unlock a door with the
transmitter or by using the key in
the driver door cylinder.
Unlocking a door any other way
will set off the alarm.
Turn off the alarm by pressing the
unlock button on the transmitter.
How to Detect a Tamper
Condition
IfKis pressed and the horn
sounds, an attempted break-in has
occurred while the system was
armed.
If the alarm has been activated, the
THEFT ATTEMPTED message will
appear on the DIC. See Anti-theft
Alarm System Messages on
page 5‑43 for additional information.
Immobilizer
SeeRadio Frequency Statement on
page 13‑21 for information
regarding Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
rules and Industry Canada
Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.
Immobilizer Operation
(Key Access)
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be
manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the key is
removed from the ignition.
The system is automatically
disarmed when the vehicle is
started with the correct key. The key
uses a transponder that matches an
immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms
the system. The vehicle may not
start if the key is damaged.
The security light, located in the
instrument panel cluster, comes on
if there is a problem with arming or
disarming the theft-deterrent
system.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light comes on briefly when
the ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
ignition off and try again.

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If the engine still does not start and
the key appears to be undamaged
or the light continues to stay on, try
another key.
If the engine still does not start with
the other key, the vehicle needs
service. If the vehicle does start,
the first key may be damaged. See
your dealer who can service the
theft-deterrent system and have a
new key made.
It is possible for the theft-deterrent
system decoder to learn the
transponder value of a new or
replacement key. Up to 10 keys
can be programmed for the vehicle.
The following procedure is for
programming additional keys only.
To program a new key:
1. Verify that the new key has
1
stamped on it.
2. Insert the current key in the ignition and start the engine.
If the engine will not start, see
your dealer for service. 3. After the engine has started, turn
the key to LOCK/OFF, and
remove the key.
4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to ON/RUN within
five seconds of the ignition being
turned to LOCK/OFF in Step 3.
5. The security light will turn off once the key has been
programmed. It may not be
apparent that the security light
went on due to how quickly the
key is programmed.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to be
programmed.
Do not leave the key or device that
disarms or deactivates the theft
deterrent system in the vehicle.
Immobilizer Operation
(Keyless Access)
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be
manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the ignition
control knob is turned to LOCK/OFF.
The immobilization system is
disarmed when the ignition control
knob is pushed in and a valid
transmitter is found in the vehicle.
The security light, located in the
instrument panel cluster, comes on
if there is a problem with arming or
disarming the theft-deterrent
system.

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One or more keyless access
transmitters can be matched to the
vehicle's immobilizer control unit.
Only a correctly matched keyless
access transmitter will start the
vehicle. If the keyless access
transmitter is ever damaged, you
may not be able to start your
vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light comes on briefly when
the ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
ignition control knob off and try
again.If the ignition control knob does not
rotate, and the keyless access
transmitter appears to be
undamaged, try another keyless
access transmitter. Or, you may try
placing the transmitter in the
transmitter pocket located in the
center console. See
“Electronic Key
Not Detected” underKey and Lock
Messages on page 5‑37.
If the ignition control knob still does
not rotate with the other transmitter,
the vehicle needs service. If the
ignition control knob does rotate, the
first transmitter may be faulty. See
your dealer who can service the
theft-deterrent system and have a
new keyless access transmitter
programmed to the vehicle. It is possible for the immobilizer
system to learn new or replacement
keyless access transmitters. Up to
four keyless access transmitters can
be programmed for the vehicle. To
program additional transmitters, see
“Programming Transmitters to the
Vehicle”
for keyless access under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation (Key Access) on
page 2‑5 orRemote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation (Keyless
Access) on page 2‑6.
Do not leave the key or device that
disarms or deactivates the theft
deterrent system in the vehicle.

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Power Windows
{WARNING
Leaving children in a vehicle with
the keys is dangerous for many
reasons. Children or others could
be badly injured or even killed.
They could operate the power
windows or other controls or even
make the vehicle move. The
windows will function and they
could be seriously injured or killed
if caught in the path of a closing
window. Do not leave keys in a
vehicle with children.
When there are children in the
rear seat use the window lockout
button to prevent unintentional
operation of the windows.
Sedan Driver Side Shown, Wagonand Coupe Similar
The driver power window switches
controls all the windows. The
passenger switch only controls that
window.
Press the switch down to lower the
window. Pull the switch up to
raise it.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
allows the use of the power
windows after the ignition has been
turned off. See Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 9‑22.
Express-Down/Up Windows
Windows with the express feature
allow the windows to be raised and
lowered all the way without holding
the switch.
Press or pull the switch fully and
release it to activate the express
feature.
The express mode can be canceled
by briefly pressing or pulling the
switch.
Express Window Anti-Pinch
Feature
If any object is in the path of the
window when the express‐up is
active, the window will stop at the
obstruction and auto‐reverse to a
preset factory position. Weather
conditions such as severe icing
may also cause the window to
auto‐reverse. The window will
return to normal operation after the
obstruction or condition is removed.

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Express Window Anti‐Pinch
Override
{WARNING
If express override is activated,
the window will not reverse
automatically. You or others could
be injured and the window could
be damaged. Before you use
express override, make sure that
all people and obstructions are
clear of the window path.
The anti‐pinch feature can be
overridden. Hold the window switch
all the way up to the second
position. The window will rise for as
long as the switch is held. Once the
switch is released, the express
mode is re‐activated.
In this mode, the window can close
on an object in its path. Use care
when using the override mode.
Programming the Power
Windows
If the vehicle battery has been
recharged, disconnected or not
working, the front power windows
will need to be reprogrammed for
the express-up feature to work.
Before reprogramming, replace or
recharge the vehicle's battery.
To program:
1. With the ignition in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when
Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) is active, close all doors.
2. Press and hold the power window switch until the window
is fully open.
3. Pull the power window switch up until the window is fully closed.
4. Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds
after the window is completely
closed. The window is now reprogrammed.
Repeat the process for the other
windows.
Window Lockout
o
(Window Lockout): This feature
prevents the rear passenger
windows from operating, except
from the driver position.
Press
oto activate the rear
window lockout switch. The LED
light comes on when activated.

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Pressoagain to deactivate the
lockout switch.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block
glare. Detach the sun visor from the
center mount to pivot to the side
window, or to extend along the rod,
if available.
Roof
Sunroof
If the vehicle has a power sunroof it
will only operate when the ignition is
in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY,
or when Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active. See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
on page 9‑22.
Switch (A) operates the sunshade. Press and hold the rear of the
switch (A) to open the sunshade.
Press and hold the front of the
switch (A) to close the sunshade.
Express-Open:
To open the
sunshade, fully press and release
the rear of the switch (A). The
sunshade will automatically open.
To stop the sunshade partway,
press the switch (A) a second time.
Express-Close: To close the
sunshade, fully press and release
the front of the switch (A). The
sunshade will automatically close.
To stop the sunshade partway,
press the switch (A) a second time.
The sunshade will open
automatically with the sunroof, but
can also be opened manually.
Switch (B) operates the sunroof.
Express-Open: To open the
sunroof, fully press and release the
rear of the switch (B). The sunroof
will automatically open. To stop the
sunroof partway, press the
switch (B) a second time.

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Memory Seats
On vehicles with the memory
feature, memory buttons 1 and 2 on
the driver door are used to save and
recall memory settings for the driver
seat cushion and seatback, outside
mirrors, and the steering column
position, if the vehicle is equipped
with the power tilt and telescopic
steering column.
1:Saves and recalls for driver 1.
2: Saves and recalls for driver 2.
B(Exit Button): Moves the driver
seat and/or power steering column
to the exit position. See “Exit Recall”
later in this section for more
information.
Storing Memory Positions
To save into memory:
1. Adjust the driver seat, outside mirrors, and the power steering
column, if equipped, to the
desired driving positions.
2. Press and hold “1”until two
beeps sound.
3. Repeat for a second driver using “2.”
The vehicle comes with two
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitters. Each transmitter has
a number “1”or“2” on it. These
numbers correspond to “1”and “2”
on the driver door. The current
driver is identified when
Kon the
RKE transmitter is pressed, or when
“1” or“2” on the driver door is
pressed. To recall memory positions, press
and release
“1”or“2.” The vehicle
must be in P (Park) for an automatic
transmission, or the parking brake
must be applied for a manual
transmission. A single beep will
sound when the button is pressed.
The seat, outside mirrors, and/or
power steering column will move to
the position previously stored for the
identified driver.
Automatic Entry Recall
If entry/exit recall is programmed on
in the vehicle personalization menu,
automatic entry recall occurs when
the ignition is turned on. See “Entry/
Exit Recall” underVehicle
Personalization on page 5‑46 for
more information.
To stop recall movement, press one
of the power seat, memory,
or outside mirror buttons, or the
power steering column switch,
if equipped.
If something has blocked the driver
seat or the steering column while
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recall may stop. Remove the
obstruction; then press the
appropriate control for the area that
is not recalling for two seconds. Try
recalling the memory position again
by pressing the appropriate memory
button. If the memory position is still
not recalling, see your dealer for
service.
Exit Recall
B(Exit Button):Press to move
the driver seat back a preset
distance and/or the power steering
column, if equipped, up and forward.
A single beep sounds when the exit
feature activates. The vehicle must
be in P (Park) for an automatic
transmission, or the parking brake
must be applied for a manual
transmission.
If entry/exit recall is programmed on
in the vehicle personalization menu,
automatic seat and/or steering
column movement occurs upon
leaving the vehicle, if the following conditions are met. See
Vehicle
Personalization on page 5‑46 for
more information.
.For vehicles with Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE), automatic
exit recall movements occur
when the ignition key is
removed.
.For vehicles with Remote
Keyless Access, automatic exit
recall movements occur when
the following steps are
completed:
1. The ignition is turned on for vehicles with an automatic
transmission, or the engine
is started on vehicles with a
manual transmission.
2. The automatic transmission is shifted out of P (Park),
or the parking brake is
released on vehicles with a
manual transmission. 3. The automatic transmission
is shifted back into P (Park),
or the parking brake is
re-engaged on vehicles
with a manual transmission.
4. The ignition is turned off.
5. The driver door is opened.
Steps 2 and 3 are intended to reflect
that the vehicle has been moved.
If the vehicle is not moved or the
steps above are not performed,
automatic exit recall movement will
not occur. In this case, press
Bto
activate exit recall movements.
If something has blocked the driver
seat while recalling the exit position,
the recall may stop. Remove the
obstruction; then press and hold the
power seat control rearward for
two seconds. Try recalling the exit
position again. If the exit position is
still not recalling, see your dealer for
service.