2021 CADILLAC XT5 flat tire

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 375
is reset accidentally, service the
vehicle within 5 000 km (3,000 mi)
since the last service. Reset the oil life
system when the oil is changed. See
Engine Oil Life System0301.
Engine Air Filter Change
When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL
CHANGE message displays, the engine
air filter should be replaced at the
next engine oil change. When the
REPLACE ENGINE AIR FILTER SOON
message displays, the engine air filter
should be replaced at the earliest
convenience. Reset the engine air
filter life system after the engine air
filter is replaced. See Engine Air Filter
Life System 0302.
Air Conditioning Desiccant
(Replace Every Seven Years)
The air conditioning system requires
maintenance every seven years. This
service requires replacement of the
desiccant to help the longevity and
efficient operation of the air
conditioning system. This service can
be complex. See your dealer.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km
(7,500 mi)
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the following
services. See Tire Rotation0339.
.Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed, change
engine oil and filter, and reset oil
life system. See Engine Oil0299 and
Engine Oil Life System 0301.
.Check the air filter life percentage.
If necessary, replace the engine air
filter and reset the engine air filter
life system. See Engine Air Filter Life
System 0302.
.Check engine coolant level. See
Cooling System 0304.
.Check windshield washer fluid level.
See Washer Fluid 0309.
.Check tire inflation pressures. See
Tire Pressure 0331.
.Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection
0 338.
.Visually check for fluid leaks.
.Inspect brake system. See Exterior
Care 0364.
.Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damage, including
cracks or tears in the rubber boots,
loose or missing parts, or signs of
wear at least once a year. See
Exterior Care 0364.
.Inspect power steering for proper
electrical connections, binding,
cracks, chafing, etc.
.Visually inspect halfshafts and
driveshafts for excessive wear,
lubricant leaks, and/or damage
including: tube dents or cracks,
constant velocity joint or universal
joint looseness, cracked or missing
boots, loose or missing boot clamps,
center bearing excessive looseness,
loose or missing fasteners, and axle
seal leaks.
.Check restraint system components.
See Safety System Check 055.
.Visually inspect the fuel system,
including the evaporative (EVAP)
system, for damage or leaks.
Visually check all fuel pipes, vapor
lines, and hoses for proper
attachment, connection, routing,
and condition.

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Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
.Signs of wear may include steering
wheel vibration, bounce/sway while
braking, longer stopping distance,
or uneven tire wear.
.As part of the multi-point
inspection, trained dealer
technicians can visually inspect the
shocks and struts for signs of
leaking, blown seals, or damage, and
can advise when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and fuel, and
can reduce the risk of tire failure.
.Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord or
fabric showing through the rubber;
cracks or cuts in the tread or
sidewall; or a bulge or split in
the tire.
.Trained dealer technicians can
inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also provide
tire/wheel balancing services to
ensure smooth vehicle operation at
all speeds. Your dealer sells and
services name brand tires.
Vehicle Care
To help keep the vehicle looking like
new, vehicle care products are
available from your dealer. For
information on how to clean and
protect the vehicle’s interior and
exterior, see Interior Care 0368 and
Exterior Care 0364.
Wheel Alignment
Wheel alignment is critical for
ensuring that the tires deliver optimal
wear and performance.
.Signs that the alignment may need
to be adjusted include pulling,
improper vehicle handling,
or unusual tire wear.
.Your dealer has the required
equipment to ensure proper wheel
alignment. Windshield
For safety, appearance, and the best
viewing, keep the windshield clean
and clear.
.Signs of damage include scratches,
cracks, and chips.
.Trained dealer technicians can
inspect the windshield and
recommend proper replacement if
needed.
Wiper Blades
Wiper blades need to be cleaned and
kept in good condition to provide a
clear view.
.Signs of wear include streaking,
skipping across the windshield, and
worn or split rubber.
.Trained dealer technicians can
check the wiper blades and replace
them when needed.

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396 CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Roadside Service
U.S.: 1-800-224-1400.
Canada: 1-800-882-1112.
Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S.
Only): 1-888-889-2438.
Service is available 24 hours a day,
365 days a year.
Calling for Service
When calling Roadside Service, have
the following information ready:
.Your name, home address, and
home telephone number
.Telephone number of your location
.Location of the vehicle
.Model, year, color, and license plate
number of the vehicle
.Odometer reading, Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN), and
delivery date of the vehicle
.Description of the problem
Coverage
Services are provided for the duration
of the vehicle’s powertrain warranty.In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle
is covered. In Canada, a person driving
the vehicle without permission from
the owner is not covered.
Roadside Service is not a part of the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
General Motors North America and
Cadillac reserve the right to make any
changes or discontinue the Roadside
Service program at any time without
notification.
General Motors North America and
Cadillac reserve the right to limit
services or payment to an owner or
driver if they decide the claims are
made too often, or the same type of
claim is made many times.
Cadillac Owner Privileges
™
.Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery
of enough fuel for the vehicle to get
to the nearest service station.
.Lock-Out Service: Service to unlock
the vehicle if you are locked out.
A remote unlock may be available if
you have OnStar. For security
reasons, the driver must present
identification before this service is
given.
.Emergency Tow from a Public
Road or Highway: Tow to the
nearest Cadillac dealer for warranty
service, or if the vehicle was in a
crash and cannot be driven.
Assistance is not given when the
vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud,
or snow.
.Flat Tire Change: Service to change
a flat tire with a spare tire. The
spare tire, if equipped, must be in
good condition and properly
inflated. It is your responsibility for
the repair or replacement of the tire
if it is not covered by the warranty.
.Battery Jump Start: Service to
jump start a dead battery.
.Trip Interruption Benefits and
Service: If your trip is interrupted
due to a warranty failure, incidental
expenses may be reimbursed during
the Powertrain warranty period.
Items considered are hotel, meals,
and rental car or a vehicle being
delivered back to the customer, up
to 500 miles.

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406 ONSTAR
.Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi
hotspot name or SSID and
password, if equipped.
Press
Qto connect to an Advisor to:
.Verify account information or
update contact information.
.Get driving directions.
.Receive a Diagnostic check of the
vehicle's key operating systems.
.Receive Roadside Service.
.Manage Wi-Fi Settings, if equipped.
Press
>to get a priority connection
to an OnStar Advisor available 24/7 to:
.Get help for an emergency.
.Be a Good Samaritan or respond to
an AMBER Alert.
.Get assistance in severe weather or
other crisis situations and find
evacuation routes.
OnStar Services
Emergency
Emergency Services require an active
safety and security plan. With
Automatic Crash Response, built-in
sensors can automatically alert a specially trained OnStar Advisor who
is immediately connected in to the
vehicle to help.
Press
>for a priority connection to
an OnStar Advisor who can contact
emergency service providers, direct
them to your exact location, and relay
important information.
With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially
trained Advisors are available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to
provide a central point of contact,
assistance, and information during a
crisis.
With Roadside Service, Advisors can
locate a nearby service provider to
help with a flat tire, a battery jump,
or an empty gas tank.
Security
If equipped, OnStar provides these
services:
.With Stolen Vehicle Assistance,
OnStar Advisors can use GPS to
pinpoint the vehicle and help
authorities quickly recover it.
.With Remote Ignition Block,
if equipped, OnStar can block the
engine from being restarted.
.With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown,
if equipped, OnStar can work with
law enforcement to gradually slow
the vehicle down.
Theft Alarm Notification
If equipped, if the doors are locked
and the vehicle alarm sounds, a
notification by text, e-mail, or phone
call will be sent. If the vehicle is
stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work
with authorities to recover the vehicle.
OnStar Additional
Information
In-Vehicle Audio Messages
Audio messages may play important
information at the following times:
.Prior to vehicle purchase. PressQ
to set up an account.
.After change in ownership and at
90 days.

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IndexA
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . 294
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Active Fuel Management . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . 290
Additional InformationOnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406
Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380
Adjustments Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Agreements Trademarks and License . . . . . . . . . 191
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . . . . 303
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201, 206
Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Air Filter, Passenger
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . 59
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . 61
What Makes an AirbagInflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Airbag System (cont'd)
What Will You See after an
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Airbags
Adding Equipment to theVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Passenger Status Indicator . . . . . . . 107
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Alarm Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Alert Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Rear Pedestrian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . 272
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237, 312
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Antenna Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . 238 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

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Door (cont'd)Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . . . . 391
Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237, 312
Driver Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . 254
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Driver Mode Control Light . . . . . . . . . 114
Driving Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Characteristics andTowing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 218
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Impaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Dual Automatic Climate
Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
E
Electric Brake Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . 110
Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . 290
Electrical System
Engine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . 316
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . 320
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Rear Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Emergency
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Check Light (MalfunctionIndicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . 296
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . 106
Coolant Temperature Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391 Engine (cont'd)
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . . . 302
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . 134
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . 138
F
Filter, Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . 135
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371

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Tires (cont'd)All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331, 333
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . 335
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . 334
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . 347
Sealant and Compressor Kit,
Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Terminology and Definitions . . . . 329
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . 342
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Towing
Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . 289
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
Traction Control System(TCS)/StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . 113
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Trademarks and License Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Transmission Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Transportation Program, Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . 135U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . 342
Universal Remote System . . . . . . . . . . 128
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Updates Map Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Using the Navigation System . . . . . . 155
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
V
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . 387
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 112