2017 CADILLAC CTS warning

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running. An extension can be
requested, 30 seconds after starting.
This provides a total of 20 minutes.
The remote start can only be
extended once.
When the remote start is extended,
the second 10 minute period is added
on to the first 10 minutes for a total
of 20 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a
remote start with an extension, are
allowed between ignition cycles.
Then the ignition must be changed to
ON/RUN and then back to OFF before
the remote start procedure can be
used again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do any of
the following:
.Press and hold
/until the
parking lamps turn off.
. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
. Turn the vehicle on and then
back off. Conditions in Which Remote Start
Will Not Work
The remote start will not operate if
any of the following occur:
.
The ignition is in any mode other
than off.
. A transmitter is in the vehicle.
. The hood is not closed.
. The hazard warning flashers
are on.
. There is an emission control
system malfunction.
. The engine coolant temperature is
too high.
. The oil pressure is low.
. Two remote vehicle starts have
already been used.
. The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Door Locks
{Warning
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
. Passengers, especially
children, can easily open the
doors and fall out of a moving
vehicle. The chance of being
thrown out of the vehicle in a
crash is increased if the doors
are not locked. So, all
passengers should wear safety
belts properly and the doors
should be locked whenever
the vehicle is driven.
. Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be
unable to get out. A child can
be overcome by extreme heat
and can suffer permanent
injuries or even death from
heat stroke. Always lock the
vehicle whenever leaving it.
. Outsiders can easily enter
through an unlocked door
when slowing or stopping the
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vehicle. Lock the doors to
help prevent this from
happening.
Keyless Access
Use the Keyless Access system to lock
and unlock the door. When the doors
are locked and the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m
(3 ft) of the driver door handle, press
the lock/unlock button. When
unlocking from the driver door, the
first press unlocks that door; press again within five seconds to unlock all
passenger doors. See
Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation 029.
Driver Door Key Cylinder Access
To access the key cylinder: 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the open position.
2. Insert the key into the slot (3) on the bottom of the cap (2) and
pry outward.
3. Move the cap (2) rearward and remove.
4. Use the key in the cylinder.
To replace the cap:
1. Pull the door handle to the open position.
2. Insert the two tabs (7) at the back of the cap (8) between the
seal (5) and the metal base (6).

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If an inside rear door handle is being
pulled at the same time the safety
lock is deactivated, that door will
remain locked and the indicator light
may flash. Release the handle, then
press the safety lock twice to
deactivate the safety locks.Doors
Trunk
{Warning
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle
if it is driven with the liftgate or
trunk/hatch open, or with any
objects that pass through the seal
between the body and the trunk/
hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide (CO)
which cannot be seen or smelled.
It can cause unconsciousness and
even death.
If the vehicle must be driven with
the liftgate or trunk/hatch open:. Close all of the windows.
. Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument
panel.
. Adjust the climate control
system to a setting that
brings in only outside air and
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set the fan speed to the
highest setting. See “Climate
Control Systems” in the Index.
. If the vehicle is equipped with
a power liftgate, disable the
power liftgate function.
See Engine Exhaust 0202.
Trunk Release

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vehicle. Only a correctly matched RKE
transmitter will start the vehicle.
If the transmitter is ever damaged,
you may not be able to start your
vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light may come 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.
If the vehicle will not change ignition
modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN/
START, OFF), and the RKE transmitter
appears to be undamaged, try another
transmitter. Or, you may try placing
the transmitter in the transmitter
pocket located in the center console.
SeeKey and Lock Messages 0141.
If the ignition modes will not change
with the other transmitter, your
vehicle needs service. If the ignition
does change modes, the first
transmitter may be faulty. See the
dealer. It is possible for the immobilizer
system to learn new or replacement
RKE transmitters. Up to eight
transmitters can be programmed for
the vehicle. To program additional
transmitters, see
“Programming
Transmitters to the Vehicle ”under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 029.
Do not leave the key or device that
disarms or deactivates the
theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{Warning
A convex mirror can make things,
like other vehicles, look farther
away than they really are. If you cut
too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on the right.
Check the inside mirror or glance
over your shoulder before changing
lanes.
The driver and passenger side mirrors
are convex shaped. A convex mirror's
surface is curved so more can be seen
from the driver seat.

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To adjust the brightness, press the
button (1) on the back of the rearview
mirror without covering the light
sensor (2).
Each button press cycles the
brightness between five settings.
{Warning
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has
a limited view. Portions of the road,
vehicles, and other objects may not
be seen. Do not drive or park the
vehicle using only this camera.
Objects may appear closer than
they are. Check the outside mirrors
or glance over your shoulder when
making lane changes or merging.
Failure to use proper care may
result in injury, death, or vehicle
damage.
The camera that provides the Rear
Camera Mirror (RCM) image is above
the license plate, next to the Rear
Vision Camera (RVC).
To clean the rear camera, see
Windshield Wiper/Washer0106.
Troubleshooting
If the tab is in the rearward position
and a blue screen and
dare displayed
in the mirror and the display shuts
off, see your dealer for service.

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The RCM may not work properly or
display a clear image if:
.There is glare from the sun or
headlamps. This may obstruct
objects from view.
. Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks
the camera lens. Clean the lens
with a soft damp cloth.
. The back of the vehicle has been
damaged and the position and
mounting angle of the camera has
changed.Windows
{Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless adult,
or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows closed
in warm or hot weather. They can
be overcome by the extreme heat
and suffer permanent injuries or
even death from heat stroke.
The vehicle aerodynamics are
designed to improve fuel economy
performance. This may result in a
pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front
windows are up. To reduce the sound,
open either a front window or the
sunroof, if equipped.
Power Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously injured
or killed if caught in the path of a
closing window. Never leave keys in
a vehicle with children. When there
are children in the rear seat, use the
window lockout button to prevent
operation of the windows. See
Keys
028.

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The windows work when the vehicle is
in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY,
or when Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) is active. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) 0200.
Press or pull the switch to open or
close the window.
The windows will be temporarily
disabled if the window switches are
used repeatedly within a short time.
Window Lockout
This feature stops the rear door
passenger window switches from
working.
Press
Z {to engage the rear window
lockout feature. The indicator light is
on when engaged.
This also disables the rear power door
locks. See Safety Locks 038.
Press
Z {again to disengage.
A door may remain locked if that door
handle is pulled at the same time the
safety lock is disengaged. Release the
door handle then press
Z {twice.
Window Express Movement
Express-down/up allows the windows
to be opened or closed without
holding the window switch. Press the
window switch fully down or pull it
up, and quickly release it to engage.
Briefly press or pull the same switch
to stop window movement.
Express Window Obstacle
Detection
The express-up feature will reverse
window movement if it comes in
contact with an object. Extreme cold
or ice could cause the window to
auto-reverse. The window will operate
as normal after the object or condition
is removed.
Obstacle Detection Override
{Warning
If obstacle detection override is
activated, the window will not
reverse automatically. You or others
could be injured and the window
could be damaged. Before you use
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obstacle detection override, make
sure that all people and
obstructions are clear of the
window path.
The window can be closed by holding
the window switch in the up position
if conditions prevent it from express
closing.
Programming the Power
Windows
Programming may be necessary if the
vehicle's battery has been
disconnected or discharged. If the
window is unable to express-up, follow
these steps to program the window:
To program the window: 1. Close all doors.
2. Place the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN. 3. Partially open the window to be
programmed, then close it and
continue to pull the switch
briefly after the window has fully
closed.
4. Press the power window switch until the window is fully open
and briefly hold.
Remote Window Operation
If equipped, this feature allows all the
windows to be opened remotely.
If enabled in vehicle personalization,
press and hold
Kon the RKE
transmitter. See Vehicle
Personalization 0149.
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,
if equipped, extend along the rod.
Rear Window Sunshade
If equipped with a rear window
sunshade, the switch is on the
overhead console. The sunshade only
operates with the ignition in ON/RUN/
START.
To open the sunshade, press and
release the switch. The sunshade will
fully extend. To close the sunshade,
press and release the switch again.
The sunshade will fully close.