2013 CADILLAC ATS roof

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Storage 4-3
Additional Storage
Features
Cargo Tie-Downs
The cargo tie-downs can be used to
secure small loads inside the trunk.
Roof Rack System
{WARNING
If something is carried on top of
the vehicle that is longer or wider
than the roof rack—like paneling,
plywood, or a mattress —the
wind can catch it while the vehicle
is being driven. The item being
carried could be violently torn off,
and this could cause a collision
and damage the vehicle. Never
carry something longer or wider
than the roof rack on top of the
vehicle unless using a GM
certified accessory carrier.
For vehicles with a roof rack, the
rack can be used to load items. For
roof racks that do not have
crossrails included, GM Certified
crossrails can be purchased as an
accessory. See your dealer for
additional information. Notice:
Loading cargo on the
roof rack that weighs more than
91 kg (200 lbs) or hangs over the
rear or sides of the vehicle may
damage the vehicle. Load cargo
so that it rests evenly between
the crossrails, making sure to
fasten cargo securely.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo
when driving, check to make sure
crossrails and cargo are securely
fastened. Loading cargo on the roof
rack will make the vehicle’ s center
of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds,
sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden
braking, or abrupt maneuvers;
otherwise it may result in loss of
control. If driving for a long distance,
on rough roads, or at high speeds,
occasionally stop the vehicle to
make sure the cargo remains in its
place. Do not exceed the maximum
vehicle capacity when loading the
vehicle.
See Vehicle Load Limits on
page 9‑11.

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Infotainment System 7-13
Notice:Using a razor blade or
sharp object to clear the inside
rear window can damage the rear
window antenna and/or the rear
window defogger. Repairs would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not clear the inside
rear window with sharp objects.
Notice: Do not apply aftermarket
glass tinting with metallic film.
The metallic film in some tinting
materials will interfere with or
distort the incoming radio
reception. Any damage caused to
the backglass antenna due to
metallic tinting materials will not
be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Multi-Band Antenna
The roof antenna is for OnStar,
SiriusXM®Satellite Radio, and GPS
(Global Positioning System). Keep
clear of obstructions for clear
reception. If the vehicle has a
sunroof, and it is open, reception
can also be affected.
Audio Players
CD Player
The player can be used for CD and
MP3 audio.
With the vehicle on, insert a disc
into the slot, label side up. Press the
MEDIA button to select CD as a
source.
The system is capable of playing:
.Most audio CDs
.CD-R
.CD-RW
.MP3 or unprotected WMA
formats
When playing any compatible
recordable disc, the sound quality
can be reduced due to disc quality,
the method of recording, the
quality of the music that has been
recorded, or the way the disc has
been handled. There can be increased skipping,
difficulty in recording tracks,
difficulty in finding tracks, and/or
difficulty in loading and ejecting.
If these problems occur, check the
disc for damage or try a known
good disc.
To avoid damage to the CD player:
.Do not use scratched or
damaged discs.
.Do not apply labels to discs. The
labels could get caught in the
player.
.Insert only one disc at a time.
.Keep the loading slot free of
foreign materials, liquids, and
debris.
.Use a marking pen to label the
top of the disc.

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Driving and Operating 9-21
To Use the Engine Coolant
Heater
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap theelectrical cord. The cord is
clipped to the diagonal brace on
the passenger side of the engine
compartment.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
{WARNING
Plugging the cord into an
ungrounded outlet could cause an
electrical shock. Also, the wrong
kind of extension cord could
overheat and cause a fire. You
could be seriously injured. Plug
the cord into a properly grounded
three-prong 110-volt AC outlet.
If the cord will not reach, use a
heavy-duty three-prong extension
cord rated for at least 15 amps. 4. Before starting the engine, be
sure to unplug and store the
cord as it was before to keep it
away from moving engine parts.
If you do not, it could be
damaged.
Contact your dealer for information
on how long to use the heater in
your particular area.
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP)
These accessories can be used
after the engine is turned off:
.Audio system (up to 10 minutes
or driver door is opened).
.Power windows, sunroof
(if equipped), and power outlets
(up to 10 minutes or any door is
opened).
Shifting Into Park
(Automatic Transmission)
Use this procedure to shift into
P (Park):
1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake.
See Parking Brake (Electric) on
page 9‑30 orParking Brake
(Manual) on page 9‑33.
2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by holding in the button on the
shift lever and pushing the lever
all the way toward the front of
the vehicle.
3. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
4. Take the keyless access transmitter with you.

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10-36 Vehicle Care
Number Usage15 Passive Entry/ Passive Start
16 Not Used
*17 Headlamp Washer 18 Not Used
19 Antilock Brake System Pump
20 Antilock Brake System Valve
*21 AIR Pump 22 Not Used
23 Wiper Control Relay
24 Wiper Speed Relay
25 Engine Control Module Relay
*26 AIR Pump Relay
27 Spare/Heated Seat 2
28 Body Control Module 1/Spare Number Usage
*29 AFS AHL/ Pedestrian
Protection
30 Passenger Window Switch
31 Body Control Module 7
32 Sunroof
33 Front Wiper
34 AOS Display/MIL Ignition
35 Rear Electrical Center Ignition
36 Spare PT Fuse
37 Oxygen Sensor
38 Ignition Coils/ Injectors
39 Ignition Coils/ Injectors/Spare
40 Engine Control Module Number Usage
41 Fuel Heater
*42 AIR Solenoid Relay
43 Washer
44 Rear Washer Relay
45 Front Washer Relay
46 Not Used
47 Instrument Panel Body Ignition
48 Fuel System Control Module
Ignition
49 Heated Steering Wheel
*50 Steering Column Lock
*51 Coolant Pump
*52 Coolant Pump Relay
53 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch

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Service and Maintenance 11-5
.Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of
wear. SeeExterior Care on
page 10‑81.
.Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check on page 3‑18.
.Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks.
.Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for
loose or damaged parts.
.Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care on page 10‑81.
.Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check on page 10‑28.
.Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function Check on
page 10‑29.
.Check ignition transmission lock.
See Ignition Transmission Lock
Check on page 10‑29.
.Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism Check on
page 10‑29.
.Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
.Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.
.Check tire sealant expiration
date, if equipped. See Tire
Sealant and Compressor Kit on
page 10‑67.
.Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See Sunroof on
page 2‑23.

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i-10 INDEX
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-64
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
Records Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-16
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-78
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 10-33
Replacement Parts
Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-15
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . 3-33
Replacing LATCH System
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-18 Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-18
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-19
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-18
Restraints Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Ride Control Systems Limited Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . . 9-38
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
Roads Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
Roadside Service . . . . . . . 13-7, 13-10
Roof Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-57
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . 12-4
Run-Flat Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-44
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24S
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
How to Wear Safety BeltsProperly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . 3-18
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . 3-17
Safety Defects Reporting
Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-18
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-19
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-18
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 13-13
SD Card Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-67
Seats Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . 3-4
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

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INDEX i-11
Seats (cont'd)Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 3-3
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47, 3-50
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41
OnStar
®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11 Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 10-4
Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Maintenance Records . . . . . . .11-16
Maintenance, General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 12-1
Publications Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-17
Scheduling Appointments . . . 13-13
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41 Service Electric Parking
Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31
Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Shifting
Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Start Assist, Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Starting the Vehicle
Messsages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Storage Areas Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 10-75
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
System Active Emergency Braking . . . . 9-58
Forward CollisionAlert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-55
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-21, 7-1
Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Systems Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50