2013 CADILLAC CTS Owners Manual

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Vehicle Care 10-85
6. Plug the power plug (8) into theaccessory power outlet in the
vehicle. Unplug all items from
other accessory power outlets.
See Power Outlets on page 5‑9.
If the vehicle has an accessory
power outlet, do not use the
cigarette lighter.
If the vehicle only has a cigarette
lighter, use the cigarette lighter.
Do not pinch the power plug
cord in the door or window.
7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the
air compressor.
8. Press and turn the selector switch (1) counterclockwise to
the Sealant + Air position.
9. Press the on/off button (2) to turn the tire sealant and
compressor kit on.
The compressor will inject
sealant and air into the tire. The pressure gauge (3) will
initially show a high pressure
while the compressor pushes the
sealant into the tire. Once the
sealant is completely dispersed
into the tire, the pressure will
quickly drop and start to rise
again as the tire inflates with
air only.
10. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation
pressure using the pressure
gauge (3). The recommended
inflation pressure can be found
on the Tire and Loading
Information label. See Tire
Pressure on page 10‑66.
The pressure gauge (3) may
read higher than the actual tire
pressure while the compressor
is on. Turn the compressor off
to get an accurate pressure
reading. The compressor may
be turned on/off until the
correct pressure is reached. Notice:
If the recommended
pressure cannot be reached after
approximately 25 minutes, the
vehicle should not be driven
farther. The tire is too severely
damaged and the tire sealant and
compressor kit cannot inflate the
tire. Remove the power plug from
the accessory power outlet and
unscrew the inflating hose from
the tire valve. See Roadside
Service (U.S. and Canada) on
page 13‑7 orRoadside Service
(Mexico) on page 13‑9.
11. Press the on/off button (2) to turn the tire sealant and
compressor kit off.
The tire is not sealed and will
continue to leak air until the
vehicle is driven and the
sealant is distributed in the tire,
therefore, Steps 12–18 must be
done immediately after
Step 11.

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10-86 Vehicle Care
Be careful while handling the
tire sealant and compressor kit
as it could be warm after
usage.
12. Unplug the power plug (8) from the accessory power outlet in
the vehicle.
13. Turn the sealant/air hose (6) counterclockwise to remove it
from the tire valve stem.
14. Replace the tire valve stem cap.
15. Replace the sealant/air hose (6), and the power plug (8)
back in their original location.
16. If the flat tire was able to inflateto the recommended inflation
pressure, remove the
maximum speed label from the sealant canister (5) and place it
in a highly visible location. Do
not exceed the speed on this
label until the damaged tire is
repaired or replaced.
17. Return the equipment to its original storage location in the
vehicle.
18. Immediately drive the vehicle 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the
sealant in the tire.
19. Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure. Refer
to Steps 1–11 under “Using the
Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit without Sealant to Inflate a
Tire (Not Punctured).”
If the tire pressure has fallen
more than 68 kPa (10 psi)
below the recommended
inflation pressure, stop driving
the vehicle. The tire is too
severely damaged and the tire
sealant cannot seal the tire. See
Roadside Service (U.S.
and Canada) on page 13‑7 or
Roadside Service (Mexico) on
page 13‑9.
If the tire pressure has not
dropped more than 68 kPa
(10 psi) from the recommended
inflation pressure, inflate the
tire to the recommended
inflation pressure.
20. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, tire, and vehicle.
21. Dispose of the used sealant canister (5) and sealant/air
hose (6) assembly at a local
dealer or in accordance with
local state codes and practices.
22. Replace with a new canister assembly available from your
dealer.

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Vehicle Care 10-87
23. After temporarily sealing thetire using the tire sealant and
compressor kit, take the
vehicle to an authorized dealer
within 161 km (100 mi) of
driving to have the tire repaired
or replaced.
Using the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit without
Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not
Punctured)
To use the air compressor to inflate
a tire with air only and not sealant:
1. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or
Air Only)
2. On/Off Button 3. Pressure Gauge
4. Pressure Deflation Button
5. Tire Sealant Canister
6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear)
7. Air Only Hose (Black)
8. Power Plug
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
and wheel damage by driving slowly
to a level place. Turn on the hazard
warning flashers. See
Hazard
Warning Flashers on page 6‑5.
See If a Tire Goes Flat on
page 10‑80 for other important
safety warnings.
1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage
location. See Storing the Tire
Sealant and Compressor Kit
(Coupe) on page 10‑89 or
Storing the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit (Wagon) on
page 10‑90 orStoring the Tire
Sealant and Compressor Kit
(Sedan) on page 10‑90.

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10-88 Vehicle Care
2. Unwrap the air only hose (7) andthe power plug (8).
3. Place the kit on the ground. Make sure the tire valve stem is
positioned close to the ground
so the hose will reach it.
4. Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it
counterclockwise.
5. Attach the air only hose (7) onto the tire valve stem by turning it
clockwise until it is tight.
6. Plug the power plug (8) into the accessory power outlet in the
vehicle. Unplug all items from
other accessory power outlets.
See Power Outlets on page 5‑9.
If the vehicle has an accessory
power outlet, do not use the
cigarette lighter.
If the vehicle only has a cigarette
lighter, use the cigarette lighter.
Do not pinch the power plug
cord in the door or window. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle
must be running while using the
air compressor.
8. Press and turn the selector switch (1) clockwise to the Air
Only position.
9. Press the on/off button (2) to turn the compressor on.
The compressor will inflate the
tire with air only.
10. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation
pressure using the pressure
gauge (3). The recommended
inflation pressure can be found
on the Tire and Loading
Information label. See Tire
Pressure on page 10‑66.
The pressure gauge (3) may
read higher than the actual tire
pressure while the compressor
is on. Turn the compressor off
to get an accurate reading. The
compressor may be turned on/
off until the correct pressure is
reached. If you inflate the tire higher
than the recommended
pressure you can adjust the
excess pressure by pressing
the pressure deflation
button (4) until the proper
pressure reading is reached.
This option is only functional
when using the air only
hose (7).
11. Press the on/off button (2) to turn the tire sealant and
compressor kit off.
Be careful while handling the
tire sealant and compressor kit
as it could be warm after
usage.
12. Unplug the power plug (8) from the accessory power outlet in
the vehicle.
13. Disconnect the air only hose (7) from the tire valve stem, by
turning it counterclockwise, and
replace the tire valve stem cap.

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Vehicle Care 10-89
14. Replace the air only hose (7)and the power plug (8) and
cord back in its original
location.
15. Place the equipment in the original storage location in the
vehicle.
The tire sealant and compressor kit
has an accessory adapter located in
a compartment on the bottom of its
housing that may be used to inflate
air mattresses, balls, etc.
Removal and Installation of the
Sealant Canister
To remove the sealant canister:
1. Unwrap the sealant hose.
2. Press the canister releasebutton.
3. Pull up and remove the canister.
4. Replace with a new canister which is available from your
dealer.
5. Push the new canister into place.
Storing the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit
(Coupe)
The tire sealant and compressor kit
is in the trunk in one of the following
locations.
1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on
page 2‑17.
2. Remove the retainer that holds the tire sealant and compressor
kit in place.

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10-90 Vehicle Care
3. Remove the tire sealant andcompressor kit from the foam
container.
To store the tire sealant and
compressor kit, reverse the steps.
Storing the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit
(Wagon)
The tire sealant and compressor kit
is in the rear of the vehicle.
1. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
2. Foam Container 3. Subwoofer (Optional)
1. Open the liftgate. See
Liftgate
on page 2‑19.
2. Pull up on the tire sealant and compressor kit (1) to remove it
from the foam container (2).
It is not necessary to remove the
subwoofer (3) to access the tire
sealant and compressor kit;
however, if you want to remove it
see Tire Changing on
page 10‑91 for instructions.
To store the tire sealant and
compressor kit, reverse the steps.
Storing the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit
(Sedan)
The tire sealant and compressor kit
is in the trunk in one of the following
locations.

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Vehicle Care 10-91
1. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
2. Foam Container
3. Wing Nut
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on
page 2‑17.
2. Locate the tire sealant and compressor kit (1) in the center
of the cargo area.
3. Remove the wing nut (3) that holds the tire sealant and
compressor kit (1) in place.
4. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit (1) from the foam
container (2). To store the tire sealant and
compressor kit, reverse the steps.
Tire Changing
Removing the Spare Tire and
Tools (Sedan)
Sedan
1. Wing Nut
2. Spare Tire
3. Jack
4. Wheel Wrench
5. Extension (If Equipped) 6. Strap
To access the spare tire and jacking
equipment:
1. Remove the spare tire cover.
2. Remove the foam cover,
if equipped.
3. Remove the stow rod cap by pulling it straight up off of
the rod.
4. Turn the wing nut (1) on the compact spare tire (2)
counterclockwise to remove.
5. Remove the spare tire and place it next to the flat tire.
6. The tools you will be using next include the jack (3), wheel
wrench (4), and extension (5),
if the vehicle has one.

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Removing the Spare Tire and
Tools (Wagon)1. Wing Nut
2. Spare Tire
3. Jack
4. Subwoofer (If Equipped)
5. Wheel Wrench (Two-PieceShown, Three-Piece Similar)
6. Extension (If Equipped)
7. Cable
To access the spare tire and jacking
equipment:
1. Remove the spare tire cover.
2. Remove the subwoofer (4), if the vehicle has one.
To remove the subwoofer:
2.1. Turn the nut (1)
counterclockwise to
remove.
2.2. Disconnect the connector wire.
2.3. Pull the subwoofer (4) up to remove it from the stow rod.
3. Remove the spare tire (2) and place it next to the flat tire. 4. Remove the jack (3), wheel
wrench (5), and extension (6),
if the vehicle has one.
To remove the jack:
1. Retainer Nut
2. Jack Stowage Bracket
3. Jack
1. Turn the retainer nut (1) counterclockwise to remove.
2. Remove the jack stowage bracket (2).