2013 CADILLAC CTS Owners Manual

Black plate (53,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - crc2 - 8/22/12
Vehicle Care 10-53
RelaysUsage
11 Sedan Trunk Release/Coupe
Rear Fog
(Export Only)
12 Side Marker Lamps
13 Left Position Lamps
Mini-Fuses Usage 14 Right Position Lamp
15 Left Position Lamp
16 Door Lock
17 Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet
18 Rear Fog/Export Body Control
Module
(Export Only)
19 Trunk Release
20 Easy Entry Seats (Coupe Only)
21 Fuel Pump Mini-Fuses Usage
22 Right Position Lamp (Export Only)
23 Regulated Voltage Control Sensor
24 Audio System (Radio)
25 Airbag System
26 Remote Keyless Entry/PASS-Key
®
Theft Deterrent
Module
27 Audio Speakers/ Subwoofer
28 OnStar
®System (If
Equipped)
29 Engine Control Module
30 Canister Vent
31 Rear Differential Cooling Pump
33 Stop Lamps (Export Only) Mini-Fuses Usage
34 Theft Deterrent System/Universal
Garage Door
Opener
35 Memory Seat Module
36 Passenger Door Module
38 Side Blind Zone Alert (Coupe Only)
39 Amplifier
Circuit
Breakers Usage
1 Driver Power Seat Switch
2 Passenger Power Seat Switch
3 Power Windows
4 Power Steering Column

Black plate (54,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - crc2 - 8/22/12
10-54 Vehicle Care
Circuit
Breakers Usage
32 Left Rear Window Switch
37 Right Rear Window Switch
Rear Compartment Fuse
Block (CTS Wagon)
This fuse block is on the right side
of the vehicle, behind the trim panel
in the rear compartment.
The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown.
Relays Usage
5 Stop Lamps (Export Only)
6 Door Lock
7 Door Unlock Relays
Usage
8 Fuel Door Unlock (Export Only)
9 Right Position Lamp (Export Only)
10 Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet

Black plate (55,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - crc2 - 8/22/12
Vehicle Care 10-55
RelaysUsage
11 Not Used
12 Side Marker Lamps
13 Left Position Lamps
Mini‐Fuses Usage 14 Right Position Lamp
15 Left Position Lamp
16 Door Lock
17 Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet
18 Rear Fog/Export Body Control
Module
(Export Only)
19 Rear Windshield Wiper/Washer
20 Windshield Washer Pump
21 Sunroof
22 Right Position Lamp (Export Only) Mini‐Fuses Usage
23 Regulated Voltage Control Sensor
24 Audio System (Radio)
25 Airbag System
26 Remote Keyless Entry/PASS‐Key
®
Theft Deterrent
Module
27 Audio Speakers/ Subwoofer
28 OnStar
®System (If
Equipped)
29 Engine Control Module
30 Canister Vent
31 Fuel Pump
33 Stop Lamps (Export Only) Mini‐Fuses Usage
34 Theft Deterrent System/Universal
Garage Door
Opener
35 Memory Seat Module
36 Passenger Door Module
38 Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet
39 Amplifier
Circuit
Breakers Usage
1 Driver Power Seat Switch
2 Passenger Power Seat Switch
3 Power Windows
4 Power Steering Column

Black plate (56,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - crc2 - 8/22/12
10-56 Vehicle Care
Circuit
Breakers Usage
32 Left Rear Window Switch
37 Right Rear Window Switch
Rear Compartment Fuse
Block (CTS-V Wagon)
The rear compartment fuse block is
on the passenger side of the
vehicle, behind the trim panel in the
rear compartment.
The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses and relays
shown.
Relays Usage
5 Stop Lamps (Export Only)
6 Door Lock
7 Door Unlock Relays
Usage
8 Fuel Door Unlock (Export Only)
9 Right Position Lamp (Export Only)
10 Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet

Black plate (57,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - crc2 - 8/22/12
Vehicle Care 10-57
RelaysUsage
11 Not Used
12 Side Marker Lamps
13 Left Position Lamps
Mini-Fuses Usage 14 Right Position Lamp
15 Left Position Lamp
16 Door Lock
17 Console/Auxiliary Power Outlet
18 Rear Fog/Export Body Control
Module
(Export Only)
19 Rear Windshield Wiper/Washer
20 Windshield Washer Pump
21 Fuel Pump
22 Right Position Lamp (Export Only) Mini-Fuses Usage
23 Regulated Voltage Control Sensor
24 Audio System (Radio)
25 Airbag System
26 Remote Keyless Entry/PASS-Key
®
Theft Deterrent
Module
27 Audio Speakers/ Subwoofer
28 OnStar
®System
29 Engine Control Module
30 Canister Vent
31 Rear Differential Cooling Pump
33 Stop Lamps (Export Only) Mini-Fuses Usage
34 Theft Deterrent System/Universal
Garage Door
Opener
35 Memory Seat Module
36 Passenger Door Module
38 Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet
39 Amplifier
Circuit
Breakers Usage
1 Driver Power Seat Switch
2 Passenger Power Seat Switch
3 Power Windows
4 Power Steering Column

Black plate (58,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - crc2 - 8/22/12
10-58 Vehicle Care
Circuit
Breakers Usage
32 Left Rear Window Switch
37 Right Rear Window SwitchWheels and Tires
Tires
Every new GM vehicle has
high-quality tires made by a
leading tire manufacturer. See
the warranty manual for
information regarding the tire
warranty and where to get
service. For additional
information refer to the tire
manufacturer.
{WARNING
.Poorly maintained and
improperly used tires are
dangerous.
.Overloading the tires can
cause overheating as a
result of too much flexing.
There could be a blowout
(Continued)
WARNING (Continued)
and a serious crash. See
Vehicle Load Limits on
page 9‑10.
.Underinflated tires pose
the same danger as
overloaded tires. The
resulting crash could
cause serious injury.
Check all tires frequently
to maintain the
recommended pressure.
Tire pressure should be
checked when the tires
are cold.
.Overinflated tires are more
likely to be cut, punctured,
or broken by a sudden
impact— such as when
hitting a pothole. Keep
tires at the recommended
pressure.
(Continued)

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Vehicle Care 10-59
WARNING (Continued)
.Worn or old tires can
cause a crash. If the tread
is badly worn,
replace them.
.Replace any tires that
have been damaged by
impacts with potholes,
curbs, etc.
.Improperly repaired tires
can cause a crash. Only
the dealer or an
authorized tire service
center should repair,
replace, dismount, and
mount the tires.
.Do not spin the tires in
excess of 56 km/h
(35 mph) on slippery
surfaces such as snow,
mud, ice, etc. Excessive
spinning may cause the
tires to explode.See
Tire Pressure for
High-Speed Operation on
page 10‑67 for inflation pressure
adjustment for high-speed
driving.
All-Season Tires
This vehicle may come with
all-season tires. These tires are
designed to provide good overall
performance on most road surfaces
and weather conditions. Original
equipment tires designed to GM's
specific tire performance criteria
have a TPC specification code
molded onto the sidewall. Original
equipment all-season tires can be
identified by the last two characters
of this TPC code, which will
be “MS.”
Consider installing winter tires on
the vehicle if frequent driving on
snow or ice-covered roads is
expected. All-season tires provide
adequate performance for most
winter driving conditions, but they
may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter
tires on snow or ice-covered roads.
See
Winter Tires on page 10‑59.
Winter Tires
This vehicle was not, originally,
equipped with winter tires. Winter
tires are designed for increased
traction on snow and ice-covered
roads. Consider installing winter
tires on the vehicle if frequent
driving on snow or ice-covered
roads is expected. See your dealer
for details regarding winter tire
availability and proper tire selection.
Also, see Buying New Tires on
page 10‑75.
With winter tires, there may be
decreased dry road traction,
increased road noise, and shorter
tread life. After changing to winter
tires, be alert for changes in vehicle
handling and braking.
If using winter tires:
.Use tires of the same brand and
tread type on all four wheel
positions.

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10-60 Vehicle Care
.Use only radial ply tires of the
same size, load range, and
speed rating as the original
equipment tires.
Winter tires with the same speed
rating as the original equipment tires
may not be available for H, V, W, Y,
and ZR speed rated tires. If winter
tires with a lower speed rating are
chosen, never exceed the tire's
maximum speed capability.
Low-Profile Tires
If the vehicle has P235/50R18,
245/45ZR19, P245/45R19, 255/
40ZR19, P265/45R18, 275/
40ZR19 or 285/35ZR19 size
tires, they are classified as low‐
profile tires. These tires are
designed for very responsive
driving on wet or dry pavement,
however, may produce more
road noise and tend to wear
faster. Notice:
Low‐profile tires are
more susceptible to damage
from road hazards or curb
impact than standard profile
tires. Tire and/or wheel
assembly damage can occur
when coming into contact
with road hazards like,
potholes, or sharp edged
objects, or when sliding into a
curb. The warranty does not
cover this type of damage.
Keep tires set to the correct
inflation pressure and, when
possible, avoid contact with
curbs, potholes, and other
road hazards.
Summer Performance Tires
Many General Motors high
performance models come
factory‐equipped with tires that
are optimized for maximum dry
and wet road performance while
still retaining satisfactory tread
life, excellent durability, and low noise levels. In severe winter
climates where snowfall may be
significant, these tires may be
found to provide less traction.
Summer Tires
This vehicle may come with high
performance summer tires. These
tires have a special tread and
compound that are optimized for
maximum dry and wet road
performance. This special tread and
compound will decrease
performance in cold climates, and
on ice and snow. We recommend
installing winter tires on the vehicle
if frequent driving in cold
temperatures or on snow or ice
covered roads is expected. See
Winter Tires on page 10‑59.