2017 CADILLAC XT5 Lift gate

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License Plate Lamp
The LED bulb assembly is also
replaceable. For the LED bulb
assembly simply unplug the bulb
assembly after Step 2, and install
the new LED bulb assembly.
Continue installing from Step 6.
To replace one of these bulbs:1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 036.
Passenger Side Shown, Driver
Side Similar
2. Push the left end of the lamp assembly toward the right. 3. Turn the lamp assembly down
to remove it from the liftgate.
4. Turn the bulb socket (1)counterclockwise to remove it
from the lamp assembly (3).
5. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of the bulb socket. 6. Push the replacement bulb
straight into the bulb socket
and turn the bulb socket
clockwise to install into the
lamp assembly.
7. Turn the lamp assembly into the liftgate, engaging the clip
side first.
8. Push on the lamp side opposite the clip until the lamp assembly
snaps into place.

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FusesUsage
F38 Window module
F39 Rear closure
F40 Memory seat module
F41 Automatic occupancy sensor
F42 Trailer battery 2
F43 –
F44 –
F45 Liftgate
F46 Rear heated seats
F47 –
F48 Glass breakage
F49 –
F50 –
F51 –
F52 Semi-active dampening system
module
F53 Rear parking aid module
F54 External object calculating Fuses
Usage
F55 –
F56 Universal garage door opener/Rain
sensor
F57 Theft deterrent
CB1 –
CB2 –
CB3 Rear auxiliary power outlet
K1 –
K2 –Wheels 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 and a serious
crash. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0187.
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Warning (Continued)
be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
is provided with the vehicle, only
use it for changing a flat tire.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
and wheel damage by driving slowly
to a level place, well off the road,
if possible. Turn on the hazard
warning flashers. See Hazard
Warning Flashers 0166.
{Warning
Changing a tire can be
dangerous. The vehicle can slip
off the jack and roll over or fall
causing injury or death. Find a
level place to change the tire. To
help prevent the vehicle from
moving:
1. Set the parking brake firmly. (Continued)
Warning (Continued)
2. Put an automatictransmission in P (Park) or a
manual transmission in
1 (First) or R (Reverse).
3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle
is raised.
4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle.
5. Place wheel blocks, if equipped, on both sides of
the tire at the opposite
corner of the tire being
changed.
When the vehicle has a flat tire (2),
use the following example as a
guide to assist in the placement of
the wheel blocks (1), if equipped.
1. Wheel Block (If Equipped)
2. Flat Tire
The following information explains
how to repair or change a tire.
Tire Changing
Removing the Spare Tire and
Tools
To access the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 036.
2. See Cargo Management
System 0104.

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Warning (Continued)
collision, loose equipment could
strike someone. Store all these in
the proper place.
To store the flat or spare tire and
tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 036.
2. Put back all tools as they were stored in the rear storage
compartment and put the
compartment cover back on.
3. Install the cargo cover.
4. Place the tire, lying flat, in the rear storage compartment.
5. Place the loop end of the strapthrough the cargo tie-down.
Place the hook end of the strap
through the loop and pull it until
the strap is fastened securely
to the tie-down.6. Route the strap hook throughthe wheel, as shown.
7. Attach the strap to the other cargo tie-down in the rear of
the vehicle.
8. Tighten the strap and secure it using the buckle.
The compact spare is for temporary
use only. Replace the compact
spare tire with a full-size tire as
soon as you can.

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Caution
Using petroleum-based tire
dressing products on the vehicle
may damage the paint finish and/
or tires. When applying a tire
dressing, always wipe off any
overspray from all painted
surfaces on the vehicle.
Wheels and Trim—Aluminum
or Chrome
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild
soap and water to clean the wheels.
After rinsing thoroughly with clean
water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
A wax may then be applied.
Caution
Chrome wheels and other chrome
trim may be damaged if the
vehicle is not washed after driving
on roads that have been sprayed
with magnesium, calcium,
or sodium chloride. These
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Caution (Continued)
chlorides are used on roads for
conditions such as ice and dust.
Always wash the chrome with
soap and water after exposure.
Caution
To avoid surface damage, do not
use strong soaps, chemicals,
abrasive polishes, cleaners,
brushes, or cleaners that contain
acid on aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels. Use only
approved cleaners. Also, never
drive a vehicle with aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels through an
automatic car wash that uses
silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes. Damage could occur
and the repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Brake System
Visually inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect
disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Inspect drum
brake linings/shoes for wear or
cracks. Inspect all other brake parts.
Steering, Suspension, and
Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of wear at
least once a year.
Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Visually check constant velocity joint
boots and axle seals for leaks.
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders,
hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the
steel fuel door hinges, unless the
components are plastic. Applying
silicone grease on weatherstrips

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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
UsageFluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission ATF-WS Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 88863400). Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL
®Coolant.
See Engine Coolant 0258.
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1™ specification of the proper SAE viscosity
grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine
Oil 0253.
Fuel Additive Fuel System Treatment PLUS (Part No. 88861013) or equivalent.
Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241).
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818).
Power Liftgate Actuator Ball Joint, Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668) or lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Rear Axle Gear Fluid Dexron LS Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88862624).
Rear Differential Clutch Fluid Rear Axle Hydraulic Fluid (GM Part No. 88901975).

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Automatic (cont'd)Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Automatic Transmission Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
B
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264Exterior Lighting BatterySaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Voltage and Charging
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 266
Brake Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . 129
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Braking System
Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . 230
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 191
Bulb Replacement Back-up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268, 269
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 270
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
C
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Management System . . . . . . . . . 104
Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 2
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 102
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Charging Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 126 Check
Malfunction Indicator
Engine Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Child Restraints Infants and Young Children . . . . . 85
Lower Anchors and Tethersfor Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95, 97
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Cleaning
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Climate Control Systems
Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . 117, 119
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Compartments Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Control Traction and Electronic
Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

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Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Lighter, Cigarette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
LightingEntry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 167
LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Antilock Brake System(ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . 129
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . 129
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning . . . . . . . 132
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 133
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 165
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 125
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Service Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
StabiliTrak
®OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Lights (cont'd)
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Traction Control System
(TCS)/StabiliTrak
®. . . . . . . . . . 132
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Locks Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 133
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
M
MaintenanceRecords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 316
Recommended Fluids andLubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 127
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Messages
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Battery Voltage andCharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . 142
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Object Detection System . . . . . 145
Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . . 147
Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Service Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Starting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Steering System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Vehicle Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Mirror Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46