Cadillac CT4 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-15283641) -
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2 INTRODUCTION
Using this Manual
To quickly locate information about
the vehicle, use the Index in the back
of the manual. It is an alphabetical
list of what is in the manual and the
page number where it can be found.
Danger, Warning, and
Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle
labels and in this manual describe
hazards and what to do to avoid or
reduce them.
{Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result
in serious injury or death.
{Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that
could result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
damage.
A circle with a slash through it is a
safety symbol which means“Do not,”
“Do not do this,” or“Do not let this
happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components and
labels that use symbols instead of
text. Symbols are shown along with
the text describing the operation or
information relating to a specific
component, control, message, gauge,
or indicator.
M: Shown when the owner’s manual
has additional instructions or
information.
*: Shown when the service manual
has additional instructions or
information.
0: Shown when there is more
information on another page —
“see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that
may be found on the vehicle and what
they mean. See the features in this
manual for information.
u: Air Conditioning System
G:Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
9:Airbag Readiness Light
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
$:Brake System Warning Light
9:Dispose of Used Components
Properly
P: Do Not Apply High Pressure
Water
B: Engine Coolant Temperature
_:Flame/Fire Prohibited
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INTRODUCTION 5
1.Air Vents 0207.
2. Exterior Lamp Controls 0128.
Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0131.
3. Tap Shift Controls (If Equipped). See Manual Mode (Electronic Shifter)
0 249 or
Manual Mode (Mechanical Shifter)
0 248.
4. Cruise Control 0266.
Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced)
0 269 (If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 301 (If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 083 (If
Equipped).
5. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 089
or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 091.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
Display. See Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0109 or
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel) 0112.
6. Steering Wheel Controls 0139 (If
Equipped).
7. Windshield Wiper/Washer 083. 8. Infotainment. See
Overview0137.
9. Light Sensor. See Automatic
Headlamp System 0130.
10. Hazard Warning Flashers 0131.
11. Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0202.
12. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
037 (If Equipped).
13. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0309 (If
Equipped).
14. Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0257.
Stop/Start Disable Switch. See Stop/
Start System 0235.
Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH) 0256.
MODE Button or
«/ªButton
(V-Series Only). See Driver Mode
Control 0258.
15. Wireless Charging Pad (If Equipped) (Out of View). See
Wireless Charging 086.
16. Park Assist Button. See Assistance
Systems for Parking or Backing
0 295. 17. Shift Lever. See
Automatic
Transmission (Mechanical Shifter)
0 242 or
Automatic Transmission (Electronic
Shifter) 0244.
See Manual Transmission 0250.
18. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition Positions 0232.
19. Horn 083.
20. Steering Wheel Adjustment 083.
21. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0115 (If
Equipped).
22. Hood Release (Out of View). See Hood 0324.
23. Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0132.
24. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (Check Engine Light) 099.
25. Electric Parking Brake 0254 (If
Equipped).
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KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 11
Programming Remote Keys to
the Vehicle
Only remote keys programmed to the
vehicle will work. If a remote key is
lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased and programmed through
your dealer. The vehicle can be
reprogrammed so that lost or stolen
remote keys no longer work. Each
vehicle can have up to eight remote
keys matched to it.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Remote Key Battery
For improved vehicle security, the
remote key is equipped with a motion
sensor. When starting the vehicle,
if the remote key has been idle for a
while, the DIC may display KEY IN
SLEEP MODE, MOVE KEY, THEN
START. Move the remote key slightly
and try starting the vehicle. When
starting the vehicle, if the remote key
battery is depleted or there is signal
interference, the DIC may display NO
KEY FOUND, REPLACE BATTERY IN
KEY or NO REMOTE KEY WAS
DETECTED PLACE KEY IN KEYPOCKET THEN START YOUR
VEHICLE, follow the steps shown
below:
1. Place the remote key into the rear
cupholder.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral) press the brake pedal
and ENGINE START/STOP.
Replace the remote key battery as
soon as possible.
Battery Replacement
{Warning
Never allow children to play with
the remote key. The remote key
contains a small battery, which can
be a choking hazard. If swallowed,
internal burns can occur, resulting
in severe injury or death. Seek
medical attention immediately if a
battery is swallowed.
{Warning
To avoid personal injury, do not
touch metal surfaces on the remote
key when it has been exposed to
extreme heat. These surfaces can be
hot to the touch at temperatures
above 59 °C (138 °F).
Caution
When replacing the battery, do not
touch any of the circuitry on the
remote key. Static from your body
could damage the remote key.
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The rear door safety locks prevent
passengers from opening the rear
doors from inside the vehicle.
Press
{vto activate the safety locks
on the rear doors. The indicator light
in the switch will illuminate when
activated.
The rear door power windows are also
disabled. See Power Windows 026.
Press
{ vagain to deactivate the
safety locks.
If an inside rear door handle is being
pulled at the same time the safety
lock is deactivated, only 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 set the fan
speed to the highest setting. See
“Climate Control Systems” in the
Index.
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
.If the vehicle is equipped with a
power liftgate, disable the power
liftgate function.
See Engine Exhaust 0241.
Manual Trunk
To release the trunk, the vehicle must
be off or the shift lever must be in
P (Park).
.Press|on the driver door.
.PressXtwice quickly on the
remote key.
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can be programmed for the vehicle. To
program additional remote keys, see
“Programming Remote Keys to the
Vehicle”under Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation 07.
Do not leave the remote 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 passenger side mirror is convex
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is
curved so more can be seen from the
driver seat.
Power Mirrors
To adjust each mirror: 1. Press
jor|to select the driver
or passenger side mirror. The
indicator light will illuminate.
2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired
direction.
3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area
behind it can be seen.
4. Press
jor|again to deselect the
mirror.
Memory Mirrors
The vehicle may have memory
mirrors. See Memory Seats 034.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
The vehicle may have SBZA. See Side
Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0307.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
The vehicle may have LCA. See Lane
Change Alert (LCA) 0307.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
The mirrors can be folded inward
toward the vehicle to prevent damage
when going through an automatic car
wash. Push the mirror outward to
return it to the original position.
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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 the
remote key in a vehicle with
children. When there are children in
the rear seat, use the window
lockout switch to prevent operation
of the windows. SeeKeys06.
Power windows work when the
ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY,
or when Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) 0237.
Using the window switch, press to
open or pull to close the window.
The windows may be temporarily
disabled if they are used repeatedly
within a short time.
Window Lockout
With Folding Mirrors, Without Folding Mirrors Similar
This feature stops the rear passenger
window switches from working.
.Press{ 2to engage the rear
window lockout feature. The
indicator light is on when engaged.
The rear door safety locks will also
engage.
.Press{ 2again to disengage.
The rear door safety locks will also
disengage.
Window Express Movement
All windows can be opened without
holding the window switch. Press the
switch down fully and quickly release
to express open the window.
If equipped, pull the window switch
up fully and quickly release to express
close the window. Briefly press or pull
the window switch in the same
direction to stop that window’s
express movement.
Window Automatic Reversal
System
The express-close feature will reverse
window movement if it comes in
contact with an object. Extreme cold
or ice could cause the window to
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If manual transmission equipped, Seat
Exit Memory will continue if the
parking brake is released prior to
reaching the save memory position.
Seat Exit Memory is not linked to the
driver’s remote key. The seating
position saved to
Bis used for all
drivers.
Cancel Memory Seating Recalls
.During any memory recall:
Press a power seat control
Press SET memory button
.During Manual memory recall:
Release 1, 2, or
Bmemory button
.During Auto Seat Entry Memory
Recall:
Turn vehicle off
Press SET, 1, 2, or
Bmemory
buttons
.During Auto Seat Exit Memory
Recall:
Press SET, 1, 2, or
Bmemory
buttons Obstructions
If something has blocked the seat
while recalling a memory position, the
recall may stop. Remove the
obstruction and try the recall again.
If the memory position still does not
recall, see your dealer.
Heated and Ventilated
Front Seats
{Warning
If temperature change or pain to
the skin cannot be felt, the seat
heater may cause burns. To reduce
the risk of burns, use care when
using the seat heater, especially for
long periods of time. Do not place
anything on the seat that insulates
against heat, such as a blanket,
cushion, cover, or similar item. This
may cause the seat heater to
overheat. An overheated seat heater
may cause a burn or may damage
the seat.If equipped, the buttons are near the
climate controls on the center stack.
To operate, the engine must be
running.
Press
Jorzto heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and seatback.
Press
Cor{to ventilate the driver
or passenger seat.
Press the button once for the highest
setting. With each press of the button,
the seat will change to the next lower
setting, and then to the off setting.
The indicator lights next to the
buttons indicate three for the highest
setting and one for the lowest. If the
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seat belts can rip apart under impact
forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, have
it replaced immediately. If a belt is
twisted, it may be possible to untwist
by reversing the latch plate on the
webbing. If the twist cannot be
corrected, ask your dealer to fix it.
Make sure the seat belt reminder light
is working. SeeSeat Belt Reminders
0 97.
Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat
Belt Care 048.
Seat Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
Seat belts should be properly cared for
and maintained.
Seat belt hardware should be kept dry
and free of dust or debris. As
necessary, exterior hard surfaces and
seat belt webbing may be lightly
cleaned with mild soap and water.
Ensure there is not excessive dust or
debris in the mechanism. If dust or
debris exists in the system please see
the dealer. Parts may need to be
replaced to ensure proper
functionality of the system.
{Warning
Do not bleach or dye seat belt
webbing. It may severely weaken
the webbing. In a crash, they might
not be able to provide adequate
protection. Clean and rinse seat belt
webbing only with mild soap and
lukewarm water. Allow the webbing
to dry.
Replacing Seat Belt
System Parts after a Crash
{Warning
A crash can damage the seat belt
system in the vehicle. A damaged
seat belt system may not properly
protect the person using it,
resulting in serious injury or even
death in a crash. To help make sure
the seat belt systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as
possible. After a minor crash, replacement of
seat belts may not be necessary. But
the seat belt assemblies that were
used during any crash may have been
stressed or damaged. See your dealer
to have the seat belt assemblies
inspected or replaced.
New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the seat belt system
was not being used at the time of the
crash.
Have the seat belt pretensioners
checked if the vehicle has been in a
crash, or if the airbag readiness light
stays on after you start the vehicle or
while you are driving. See
Airbag
Readiness Light 098.
Airbag System
The vehicle has the following airbags:
.A frontal airbag for the driver
.A frontal airbag for the front
outboard passenger
.A knee airbag for the driver.
.A knee airbag for the front outboard
passenger.
.A seat-mounted side impact airbag
for the driver