2024 CADILLAC XT4 key battery

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24 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Hands-Free Liftgate and Projected Logo Availability
ActionHands-Free Liftgate Projected Logo
Remote key entering projected logo
detection zone Operative
On for one minute
Remote key left inside projected logo
detection zone for minimum of 10 minutes Operative
Off until remote key button press or a door is
opened and closed
Remote key brought in and out of projected
logo detection zone five times or more within
10 minutes Operative
Off for one hour or until remote key button
press or a door is opened and closed
Vehicle remains parked for more than
72 hours Operative
Off until remote key button press or a door is
opened and closed
Vehicle battery is low Non-operative Off
Transmission is not in P (Park) Non-operative Off
Power liftgate is turned off Non-operative Off
Hands-free liftgate is disabled in vehicle
settings Non-operative
Off

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32 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Window Lockout
This feature stops the rear passenger
window switches from working.
.Press2to engage the rear window
lockout feature. The indicator light is on
when engaged.
.Press2again to 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 release to express close the window. Briefly press or pull the window switch 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 auto-reverse. The
window will operate normally after the
object or condition is removed.
Automatic Reversal System Override
{Warning
If automatic reversal system override is
active, the window will not reverse
automatically. You or others could be
injured and the window could be
damaged. Before using automatic reversal
system override, make sure that all
people and obstructions are clear of the
window path.
When the engine is on, override the
automatic reversal system by pulling and
holding the window switch if conditions
prevent it from closing.
Programming the Power Windows
Programming may be necessary if the
vehicle battery has been disconnected or
discharged. If the window is unable to
express-close, program each express-close
window: 1. Close all doors.
2. Turn the ignition on or to accessory mode.
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. Open the window and continue to press the switch briefly after the window has
fully opened.
Remote Window Operation
If enabled through vehicle settings, this
feature allows all side windows to be
opened remotely. To open, double press and
hold
Kon the remote key.
If equipped, all windows can also be closed
using the remote key. To close, double press
and hold
Qon the remote key.

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Lighting 129
Press the lamp lenses to turn the front
reading lamps on or off.
Rear Reading Lamps
The rear reading lamps are over the rear
seats.
Press the lamp lens to turn the rear reading
lamps on or off.
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting
The interior lamps turn on when pressingK
on the remote key or opening any doors,
and the dome lamp control is in the door
position.Some exterior lamps also turn on when
pressing
Kon the remote key or opening
any doors. Low-Beam lamps will only turn
on briefly at night, or in areas with limited
lighting.
All lamps will gradually fade out after about
30 seconds.
Entry lighting can be disabled manually by
closing all doors, pressing
Qon the remote
key, or starting the vehicle.
This feature can be changed. On the
infotainment home screen, select Settings
T
VehicleTLightingTVehicle Locator Lights.
Exit Lighting
Some exterior lamps and interior lamps turn
on when the driver door is opened after the
vehicle is turned off.
The exterior and interior lamps remain on
for a set amount of time, then automatically
turn off.
The interior lights turn on when the vehicle
is turned off.
The exterior lamps turn off immediately by
turning the exterior lamp control off. This feature can be changed. On the
infotainment home screen, select Settings
T
VehicleTLightingTExit Lighting.
Battery Power Protection
This feature helps prevent the battery from
being drained, if the interior courtesy lamps
or reading lamps are accidentally left on.
If any of these lamps are left on, they
automatically turn off after 10 minutes,
if the ignition is off. The lamps will not
come back on again until one of the
following occurs:
.The ignition is turned on.
.The doors are closed and then re-opened.
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes
after the vehicle is turned off, if the parking
lamps or headlamps have been manually
left on. This protects against draining the
battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn
the exterior lamp control to the
Oposition
and then back to the
;or2position.
To keep the lamps on for more than
10 minutes, the vehicle must be on or in
accessory mode.

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174 Driving and Operating
Normal driving charges the vehicle’s battery
to achieve the best operation of the vehicle,
including fuel economy and the Stop/Start
System. SeeStop/Start System 0176.
Ignition Positions
The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition
with pushbutton start.
If the pushbutton start is not working, the
vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna
signal causing interference to the Keyless
Access system. See Remote Key Operation
0 8.
To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle must be
turned on and the brake pedal must be
applied. Stopping the Engine/OFF (No Indicator
Light) :
When the vehicle is stopped, press
ENGINE START/STOP once to turn the
engine off.
If the vehicle is in P (Park), the ignition will
turn off, and Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
will remain active. See Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) 0179.
If the vehicle is in R (Reverse), D (Drive) or
M (Manual Mode), the vehicle will shift to
P (Park), the ignition will turn off, and RAP
will remain active.
If the vehicle is in N (Neutral), the ignition
will return to accessory mode and display
the message SHIFT TO PARK in the Driver
Information Center (DIC).
When the vehicle is shifted into P (Park), the
ignition will turn off.
{Warning
Turning off the vehicle while moving may
cause loss of power assist in the brake
and steering systems and disable the
airbags. While driving, only shut the
vehicle off in an emergency. If the vehicle must be shut off in an
emergency:
1. Brake using a firm and steady pressure. Do not pump the brakes repeatedly. This
may deplete power assist, requiring
increased brake pedal force.
2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). This can be done while the vehicle is moving.
After shifting to N (Neutral), firmly apply
the brakes and steer the vehicle to a
safe location.
3. Come to a complete stop and shift to P (Park).
4. Set the parking brake. See Electric
Parking Brake 0187. Press ENGINE
START/STOP to turn the vehicle off.
If the vehicle cannot be pulled over and
must be shut off while driving, press and
hold ENGINE START/STOP for longer than
two seconds, or press twice in five seconds.
Accessory Mode (Amber Indicator Light) :
This mode allows you to use some electrical
accessories when the engine is off.
With the ignition off, pressing ENGINE
START/STOP once without the brake pedal
applied will place the ignition system in
accessory mode.

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Driving and Operating 175
The ignition will switch from accessory
mode to OFF after 10 minutes to prevent
battery rundown.
ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Light) :This
mode is for driving and starting. With the
ignition off and the brake pedal applied,
pressing ENGINE START/STOP once will place
the ignition system in ON/RUN/START. Once
engine cranking begins, release the button.
Engine cranking will continue until the
engine starts. The ignition will then remain
on. See Starting the Engine 0175.
Service Mode
This mode is available to verify the proper
operation of the malfunction indicator lamp
as may be required for emissions inspection
purposes and for service and diagnostics.
See Automatic Transmission 0181.
With the vehicle off, and the brake pedal
not applied, pressing and holding ENGINE
START/STOP for more than five seconds will
place the vehicle in Service Mode. The
instruments and audio systems will operate
as they do in ON/RUN, but the vehicle will
not be able to be driven. The engine will not
start in Service Mode. Press ENGINE START/
STOP again to turn the vehicle off.Starting the Engine
Place the transmission in the proper gear,
P (Park) or N (Neutral). To restart the engine
when the vehicle is already moving, use
N (Neutral).
Caution
Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the
vehicle is moving. If you do, you could
damage the transmission. Shift to P (Park)
only when the vehicle is stopped.
Caution
If you add electrical parts or accessories,
you could change the way the engine
operates. Any resulting damage would
not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0259.
To start the vehicle: 1. With the Keyless Access system, the remote key must be in the vehicle. Press
ENGINE START/STOP with the brake pedal
applied. When the engine begins
cranking, let go of the button. The idle
speed will go down as the engine warms
up. Do not race the engine immediately
after starting it. If the remote key is not in the vehicle,
if there is interference, or if the remote
key battery is low, a Driver Information
Center (DIC) message will display. See
Remote Key Operation
08.
Caution
Cranking the engine for long periods of
time, by pressing ENGINE START/STOP
immediately after cranking has ended,
can overheat and damage the cranking
motor, and drain the battery. Wait at
least 15 seconds between each try, to let
the cranking motor cool down.
2. If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds, especially in very cold
weather (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could
be flooded with too much gasoline. Try
pushing the accelerator pedal all the way
to the floor and hold it there, then press
ENGINE START/STOP for up to a
maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at least
15 seconds between each try, to allow
the cranking motor to cool down. When
the engine starts, let go of the button
and the accelerator. If the vehicle starts
briefly but then stops again, do the
same thing. This clears the extra gasoline
from the engine. Do not race the engine

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OnStar 353
Or
.Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation voice
commands.
.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 Assistance.
.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 Assistance, 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 vehicle 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,
email, or phone call is sent. If the vehicle is
stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work with
authorities to recover the vehicle.

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Index 365
Headlamps (cont'd)Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . 124
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Leveling Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Heater Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . 47
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157I
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Indicator Auto Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Pedestrian Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Speed Limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Indicators Warning Lights and Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . 64
Information Publication Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Infotainment
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Inspection Multi-Point Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 130
J
Jump
Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
K
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Keys (cont'd)
Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Lamps
Cornering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . 124
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . 129
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Front Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Malfunction Indicator (Check
Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Lane
Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 76
LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69