2023 CADILLAC CT5 open hood

Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-16500419) -
2023 - CRC - 5/6/22
Vehicle Care 377
To close the hood:1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on
properly, and all tools are
removed.
2. Pull the hood down until the strut system is no
longer holding up the hood.
3. Lower the hood 20 cm (8 in) above the vehicle.
Allow the hood to fall.
Check to make sure the
hood is latched completely.
Repeat this process with
additional force if
necessary.
{Warning
Do not drive the vehicle if
the hood is not latched
completely. The hood could
open fully, block your vision,
and cause a crash. You or
others could be injured.
Always close the hood
completely before driving. The Driver Information Center
(DIC) will display a message if
the hood is not fully closed.
Stop and turn off the vehicle,
check the hood for
obstructions, and close the
hood again. Check to see if the
message still appears on
the DIC.

Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-16500419) -
2023 - CRC - 5/6/22
408 Vehicle Care
5. Reverse Steps 1–3 forwiper blade replacement.
Windshield
Replacement
HUD System
The windshield is part of the
HUD system. If the windshield
needs to be replaced, a GM
replacement windshield is
recommended. The
replacement windshield must
be installed according to GM
specifications for proper
alignment. If it is not, the HUD
image may look out of focus.
Driver Assistance
Systems
If the windshield needs to be
replaced and the vehicle is
equipped with a front camera
sensor for the Driver
Assistance Systems, a GM
replacement windshield is
recommended. The
replacement windshield must
be installed according to GM
specifications for proper alignment. If it is not, these
systems may not work
properly, they may display
messages, or they may not
work at all. See your dealer for
proper windshield
replacement.
Acoustic Windshield
The vehicle is equipped with
an acoustic windshield. If the
windshield needs to be
replaced be sure to get an
acoustic windshield so you will
continue to have the benefits
an acoustic windshield can
provide.
Gas Strut(s)
Your vehicle may be equipped
with gas strut(s) to provide
assistance in lifting and
holding open the hood/trunk/
liftgate system in full open
position.
{Warning
If the gas struts that hold
open the hood, trunk, and/or
liftgate fail, you or others
could be seriously injured.
Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service
immediately. Visually inspect
the gas struts for signs of
wear, cracks, or other
damage periodically. Check
to make sure the hood/
trunk/liftgate is held open
with enough force. If struts
are failing to hold the hood/
trunk/liftgate, do not
operate. Have the vehicle
serviced.
Caution
Do not apply tape or hang
any objects from gas struts.
Also do not push down or
pull on gas struts. This may
cause damage to the
vehicle.

Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-16500419) -
2023 - CRC - 5/6/22
Vehicle Care 409
See Maintenance Schedule
0471.
Hood
Trunk
Liftgate
Headlamp Aiming
Front Headlamp
Aiming
Headlamp aim has been preset
and should need no further
adjustment.
If the vehicle is damaged in a
crash, the headlamp aim may
be affected. If adjustment to
the headlamps is necessary,
see your dealer.
Bulb Replacement
LED Lighting
This vehicle has LED lamps.
For replacement of any LED
lighting assembly, contact
your dealer.
Electrical System
Electrical System
Overload
The vehicle has fuses and
circuit breakers to protect
against an electrical system
overload.
When the current electrical
load is too heavy, the circuit
breaker opens and closes,
protecting the circuit until the
current load returns to normal
or the problem is fixed. This
greatly reduces the chance of
circuit overload and fire
caused by electrical problems.